Denon Avr-4806 Инструкция

AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-4806
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)
1. PRODUCT
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
CAUTION to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
DO NOT OPEN
2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 3. NOTE
PERSONNEL. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the residential installation.
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
accompanying the appliance. measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE • Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or
an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
2 NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION
• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

• Keep the set free from moisture, water, • Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
and dust. l’appareil.
• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau
et la poussière.
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed on a rack.
• Eviter des températures élevées.
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de l’installation sur une
étagère.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and

• Unplug the power cord when not using the thinner come in contact with the set.
set for long periods of time. • Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
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. • Never disassemble or modify the set in any
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du * (For sets with ventilation holes)
way.
cordon. • 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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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions 13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed
should be read before the product is operated. so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to
should be retained for future reference. cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to. 15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection
be followed. against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810
5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. 17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
instructions, and should use a light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
mounting accessory or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
recommended by the extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such
manufacturer. power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
9. A product and cart 18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
combination should be integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
moved with care. Quick fire or electric shock.
stops, excessive force, 19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into
and uneven surfaces may this product through openings as they may touch dangerous
cause the product and cart voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
combination to overturn. electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for 20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by service personnel.
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. 21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or under the following conditions:
the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are product,
not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
product dealer or local power company. For products intended d) If the product does not operate normally by following the
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
operating instructions. covered by the operating instructions as an improper
12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet restore the product to its normal operation,
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance
plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your – this indicates a need for service.
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be
polarized plug. sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
FIGURE A
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA
LEAD IN 23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
WIRE
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
GROUND
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
CLAMP
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a
ANTENNA
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20) 25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources
ELECTRIC such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-4806 Digital Surround A / V receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered
to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity
reproduction of your favorite music sources.
As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that
you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.
Contents
Getting Started Connecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition

Multimedia Interface) terminals..................................................35
Accessories ...................................................................................7
Connecting equipment with DVI (Digital Visual Interface)
Before using..................................................................................7
terminals........................................................................................36
Cautions on installation ............................................................7
Connecting IEEE1394 devices......................................................37
Cautions on handling.................................................................8
Connecting the antenna terminals .............................................38
Preparing the remote control unit .........................................8
Connecting the CONTROL terminals..........................................38
Inserting the batteries ...............................................................8
Connecting the TRIGGER OUT terminals...................................39
Operating range of the remote control unit .......................9
Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals
Part names and functions
ZONE2 (or ZONE3) pre-out connections......................................39
Front panel ...............................................................................9, 10
ZONE2 / ZONE3 speaker out connections ..................................40
Display..........................................................................................11
Connecting the pre-out terminals...............................................41
Remote control unit .....................................................................12
Connecting the power supply cord ............................................41
Easy Setup and Operation Basic Operation
Easy to setup flow ....................................................................13 Playback
Speaker system layout............................................................14 Operating the remote control unit ...............................................42
Speaker connections .........................................................15, 16 Playing the input source...............................................................43
Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV .................17, 18 Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals..................44
Auto Setup / Room EQ ...........................................................19 Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)...............................44
Connecting a microphone ............................................................20 Listening over headphone............................................................44
Turning on the power ...................................................................21 Combining the currently playing sound with the desired
Starting Auto Setup......................................................................21 image (VIDEO SELECT)................................................................44
Extra Setup...................................................................................22 Switching the surround speakers ................................................45
Preliminary measurements ....................................................22, 23 Checking the currently playing program source, etc. ..................45
Speaker system measurement ....................................................23 Input mode.............................................................................45, 46
Check of the measurement result ...............................................24 Room EQ function........................................................................47
About the error message .............................................................25 Surround
Playing a DVD with surround sound ..................................25 Playing modes for different sources ............................................48
Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) 2-channel playback
Connecting Other Sources modes ..........................................................................................49
Cable indications ..........................................................................26 THX surround EX / Home THX cinema mode
The video conversion function....................................................27 • Playing sources recorded in Dolby Surround in
On screen display for component video outputs and the Home THX cinema surround mode ...................................50
HDMI output..................................................................................27 • To play in the THX surround EX / Home THX cinema
Connecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition surround mode for sources recorded in Dolby Digital
Multimedia Interface) terminals [To convert analog video or DTS ......................................................................................51
signals to HDMI signals] ..............................................................28 Dolby Digital mode and DTS Surround ........................................53
Connecting a TV tuner .................................................................29 Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode.................................55, 56
Connecting a DBS tuner ..............................................................29 DTS NEO:6 mode.........................................................................57
Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals .................30 The Dolby Headphone..................................................................58
Connecting a video camera component or video game Memory and call-out functions (USER MODE function)..............59
component ....................................................................................30 DENON original surround modes
Connecting a DVD recorder.........................................................31 Surround modes and their features .............................................60
Connecting a VCR.........................................................................32 DSP surround simulation..............................................................61
Connecting a CD player ...............................................................32 Tone control setting
Connecting a turntable ................................................................33 • Adjusting the tone ....................................................................63
Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder ................................33 • Tone defeat mode ....................................................................63
Connectiong a tape deck .............................................................34 Channel Level...............................................................................64
DENON LINK connections............................................................34 Fader function ........................................................................64, 65
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Getting Started
Listening to the radio Video Setup
Auto tuning...................................................................................65 Setting the HDMI/DVI In Assign ............................................96, 97
Manual tuning ..............................................................................65 Setting the Component In Assign................................................97
Preset memory ............................................................................66 Setting the Video Convert Mode ...........................................97, 98
Checking the preset stations .......................................................66 Setting the HDMI Out Setup .................................................98, 99
Recalling preset stations ........................................................66, 67 Setting the Audio Delay ...............................................................99
RDS (Radio Data System) ............................................................67 Setting the On Screen Display (OSD) ........................................100
RDS search ..................................................................................67 Advanced Playback
PTY search ...................................................................................68 Setting the 2ch Direct / Stereo ..................................................101
TP search .....................................................................................69 Setting the Dolby Digital Setup..................................................102
RT (Radio Text) .............................................................................69 Setting the Auto Surround Mode...............................................102
Setting the Manual EQ Setup ............................................103, 104
Advanced Operation Procedure for copying the “Flat” correction curve....................104
Remote control unit Option Setup
Operating DENON audio components ..................................70~72 Setting the Channel Setup .........................................................105
Preset memory ......................................................................72, 73 Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment ..........................106, 107
Operating a component stored in the preset memory..........73~75 Setting the Volume Control........................................................108
Learning function .........................................................................76 Setting the Trigger Out...............................................................109
System call...................................................................................77 ZONE2 and ZONE3 tone control and channel level setting.......110
Punch through..............................................................................77 Setting the Digital Out Assignment ...........................................111
Setting the back light’s lighting time............................................78 Protecting the setting and memory bakcup
Setting the brightness..................................................................78 User Memory .............................................................................111
Resetting................................................................................78, 79 Setup Lock .................................................................................112
Multi zone music entertainment system...........................80
Multi-zone playback using the ZONE2 and ZONE3 PREOUT Advanced Setup – Part 2
terminals.......................................................................................80 Speaker Setup
Multi-zone playback using the SPEAKER terminals .....................81 Setting the type of speakers..............................................113, 114
Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc., in a ZONE2 Setting the low frequency distribution...............................114, 115
room (ZONE2 SELECT mode) ......................................................82 Setting the Delay Time.......................................................115, 116
Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc., in a ZONE3 Setting the Channel Level .................................................116~118
room (ZONE3 SELECT mode) ......................................................82 Setting the Crossover Frequency ......................................118, 119
Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback.....83 Setting the crossover frequency individually for the
Other function different channels ......................................................................119
Playing Super Audio CDs with an IEEE1394 cable ......................84 Selecting the surround speakers for the different surround
Multi-source recording / playback modes ................................................................................119, 120
• Playing one source while recording another Settings for using a THX Ultra2 compatible subwoofer ...........120
(REC OUT mode)......................................................................85 Surround back speaker position settings ...................................121
• Recording Dolby Digital and DTS multi channel sources.........85 Others Setup
• Dolby Headphone recording.....................................................85 Setting the Room EQ Setup ......................................................122
Last function memory ..................................................................86 Setting the Direct Mode Setup ..................................................123
Initialization of the microprocessor ..............................................86 Setting the MIC Input Select .....................................................123
Specifications and setup procedure for non-DENON
Advanced Setup – Part 1 microphone ........................................................................123, 124
Navigating through the System Setup Menu ..................87 Check the parameter .........................................................124, 125
On screen display and front display ...................................88 System setup items and default values ..................126~128
Audio Input Setup
Setting the Digital In Assignment ................................................89 Troubleshooting ..............................................................129, 130
Setting the DENON LINK .............................................................90
Setting the EXT. IN Setup ............................................................90 Additional information..................................................131~149
Setting the Input Function Level..................................................91
Setting the Function Rename ................................................91, 92 Specifications ...................................................................150, 151
Setting the IEEE1394 Assign .......................................................92
Setting the IEEE1394 Auto Function ...........................................93
Tuner Presets
Auto preset memory ................................................................93
Preset skip................................................................................94
Preset name .......................................................................94, 95
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Getting Started
Accessories
• Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:
q Operating instructions ..................................................1 y R03/AAA alkaline batteries ...........................................4

w Warranty (for North America model only).....................1 u AM loop antenna ..........................................................1
e Service station list.........................................................1 i FM indoor antenna........................................................1
r Power supply cord ........................................................1 o List of preset codes......................................................1
t Remote control unit (RC-995) .......................................1
r t y u i
Before using
Pay attention to the following before using this unit: • Store these instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store these instructions along with the
• Moving the set warranty in a safe place.
To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection
cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect • Note that the illustrations in these instructions may
the connection cables between all other audio components differ from the actual set for explanation purposes.
when moving the set.
• Before turning the Power switch on

Check once again that all connections are proper and that
there are not problems with the connection cables. Always
set the power switch to the standby position before
connecting and disconnecting connection cables.
Cautions on installation
Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this

unit or any other electronic equipment using microprocessors
is used near a tuner or TV. Note
If this happens, take the following steps:
• Install this unit as far as possible from the tuner or TV.
• Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this
unit’s power supply cord and input/output connection cables.
• Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using
indoor antennas or 300 Ω/ohms feeder wires. We
recommend using outdoor antennas and 75 Ω/ohms
coaxial cables.
Note:
For heat dispersal, do not install this equipment in a confined
space such as a book case or similar unit.
Wall
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Cautions on handling
• Switching the input function when input terminals are • Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state,
not connected. the apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage.
A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is Please be sure to turn off the power switch or unplug
switched when nothing is connected to the input terminals. the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.
If this happens, either turn down the MASTER VOLUME
control knob or connect components to the input terminals.
• Muting of PRE OUT terminals and SPEAKER terminals.

The PRE OUT terminals and SPEAKER terminals include a
muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals are
greatly reduced for several seconds after the power switch
is turned on or input function, surround mode or any other-
set-up is changed. If the volume is turned up during this
time, the output will be very high after the muting circuit
stops functioning. Always wait until the muting circuit turns
off before adjusting the volume.
Preparing the remote control unit
• The included remote control unit (RC-995) can be used to operate not only the AVR-4806 but other remote control compatible
DENON components as well. In addition, the memory contains the control signals for other remote control units, so it can be
used to operate non-DENON remote control compatible products.
Inserting the batteries
q Remove the remote control unit’s rear cover. Notes on batteries:

• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not
operate even when the remote control unit is operated
nearby the set. (The included battery is only for verifying
operation.)
• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the
proper direction, following the “<” and “>” marks in the
battery compartment.
• To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
w Set four R03/AAA batteries in the battery compartment in • Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
the indicated direction. • Do not use two different types of batteries.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of
batteries in flames.
• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off
the inside of the battery compartment and insert new
batteries.
• When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries
ready and insert them as quickly as possible.
e Put the rear cover back on. 2 Motion sensor

• The RC-995 remote control is equipped with a motion
sensor that activates the backlighting function when it is
picked up and/or handled. Occasionally, you might hear a
faint “clicking” sound from within, this is the motion
sensor, and is a normal condition.
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Getting Started
Operating range of the remote control unit
• Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the

main unit as shown on the diagram.
• The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance
of approximately 23 feet/7 meters from the main unit, but
this distance will be shorter if there are obstacles in the way
or if the remote control unit is not pointed directly at the
remote sensor.
• The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal angle
of up to 30 degrees with respect to the remote sensor.
NOTE:
• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the
remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong
30°
30° artificial light.
• Do not press buttons on the main unit and remote control
23 feet/Approx. 7 m
unit simultaneously. Doing so may result in malfunction.
• Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse-type noise
nearby may result in malfunction, so keep the set as far
away from such devices as possible.
Part names and functions
Front panel
• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
!4 !3 !2 !1 !0
!9
!5 !6 !7 !8
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#7 #6 #5 #4 #3 #2 #1 #0 @9 @8 @7 @6
@0 @1 @2 @3 @4 @5
q Power ON/STANDBY switch ................................(21) @0 INPUT MODE button ...............................................(45)
w Power indicator ........................................................(21) @1 ANALOG button .......................................................(46)
e Power switch ......................................................(21, 86) @2 EXT. IN button ..........................................................(44)
r Headphones jack (PHONES) .................................(44) @3 SYSTEM SETUP button .........................................(21)
t V.AUX INPUT terminals .........................................(30) @4 CURSOR button .......................................................(21)
y SETUP MIC jack ........................................................(20) @5 SURROUND BACK button .....................................(51)
u USER MODE 1 button.............................................(59) @6 ROOM EQ button .....................................................(47)
i USER MODE 2 button.............................................(59) @7 STATUS button .........................................................(45)
o USER MODE 3 button.............................................(59) @8 DIMMER button ........................................................(45)
!0 Master volume control knob ................................(43) @9 TONE DEFEAT button .............................................(63)
!1 Master volume indicator........................................(43) #0 SURROUND PARAMETER button .......................(50)
!2 Display ........................................................................(11) #1 CH SELECT/ENTER button........................(21, 64, 65)
!3 Remote control sensor .............................................(9) #2 DSP SIMULATION button ......................................(61)
!4 FUNCTION knob ....................................(43, 67, 82, 85) #3 7CH STEREO button................................................(61)
!5 SOURCE button ........................................................(43) #4 HOME THX CINEMA button ...........................(50, 51)
!6 TUNING PRESET button ........................................(67) #5 STANDARD button ............................................(53~57)
!7 ZONE2 SELECT button ...........................................(82) #6 DIRECT/STEREO button.........................................(49)
!8 ZONE3/REC SELECT button ...........................(82, 85) #7 PURE DIRECT button ..............................................(49)
!9 MultEQ XT indicator ...............................................(47)
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Display
!7 !6 !5 !4 !3 !2 !1 !0 o i u y
q w e r t
q Input signal indicator !0 Recording output source indicator
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the REC OUT mode is selected in ZONE3/REC SELECT.
input signal. !1 DENON LINK indicator
w Input signal channel indicator This lights during playback in a DENON LINK connection.
The channels included in the input source will light. !2 AL24 indicator
This lights when the digital signal is inputted. The AL24 indicator lights when the PURE DIRECT, DIRECT,
e Information display STEREO, MULTI CH PURE DIRECT , MULTI CH DIRECT,
This displays the surround mode, function name or setting MULTI CH IN mode is selected in the PCM input signal.
value, etc. !3 Input mode indicator
r Output signal channel indicator This lights corresponding to the setting of the INPUT mode.
The audio channels that can be output light. !4 RDS indicator
t Speaker indicator This lights when RDS broadcast has been received.
This lights corresponding to the settings of the surround !5 AUTO indicator
speakers of the various surround modes. This lights when the broadcast station is selected in the
y Decoder indicator AUTO tuning mode.
This lights when each decoder is operating. !6 TUNED indicator
u Master volume indicator This lights when an FM/AM broadcast has been received.
This displays the volume level. !7 STEREO indicator
The Setup item number is displayed in System Setup. This lights when an FM stereo broadcast has been received.
i IEEE1394 indicator
This lights during playback in a IEEE1394 connection.
o Multi (zone) indicator
ZONE3 mode is selected in ZONE3/REC SELECT.
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Getting Started
Remote control unit
• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
Remote control signal transmitter

............................................................(9)
Power buttons.............................(21)
System buttons ..........................(83)
Mode selector buttons

...................................................(42, 70)
Input source button

...................................................(42, 70) Number/System call button
....................................................(42, 70)
Surround mode button
...................................................(42, 70)
System buttons
.......................................(70~72, 74, 75)
Cursor buttons .............................(21)
Master volume control buttons

Tuner system buttons ....................................................(43, 83)
.............................................(66~69, 72)
CH SELECT/ENTER button
..............................................(21, 64, 65)
ROOM EQ button .......................(47) ON SCREEN button
....................................................(45, 51)
SYSTEM SETUP button
.........................................................(21) SURROUND PARAMETER button
..........................................................(50)
System buttons
.......................................(70~72, 74, 75) Muting button........................(44, 83)
Tuner system buttons

.............................................(65~69, 72)
VIDEO SELECT button

.........................................................(44) SPEAKER button .........................(45)
Input mode selector buttons TEST TONE button ...................(118)

...................................................(44~46)
RC-995
NOTE:
• With the AVR-4806, the “Z4”, “VCR4”, “AUX”, “M.SEL” and “SCALE” buttons cannot be used.
• The AVR-4806’s 7CH STEREO surround mode can be operated using the “9CH” button.
• For instructions on setting the remote control unit back light’s lighting time ( page 78).
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Easy Setup and Operation
• This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-4806 according to your listening room environment and
the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.
• For optimum performance, we recommend using the Auto Setup function.
• If you wish, you can set the various settings manually without using Auto Setup ( page 113 ~ 121).
Easy to setup flow
Placing the speakers. Auto setup flow
Connecting a microphone.
Connecting the speakers.
Preliminary measurement.
Connecting a monitor and a
DVD player. 1) Measuring the background noise (noise in the room).
2) Determining whether or not speakers are connected.
3) Checking the polarities of the speakers.
Starting the Auto Setup. The measurement of the speakers in the main listening position.
1) Speaker Configuration
2) Delay Time
Playing a DVD with surround 3) Channel Level
sound. 4) Crossover Frequency
5) Room EQ
The measurement of the speakers in the 2nd to 8th listening

position.
Check of the measurement result.
Store the measurement result in the memory.
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Speaker system layout
2 Basic system layout (For a THX Ultra2 system)

• The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of eight speaker systems and a television monitor:
Subwoofer Center speaker system
Surround back speaker systems
Front speaker systems

Set these at the sides of the TV or screen
with their front surfaces as flush with the Surround speaker systems
front of the screen as possible.
Two surround back speakers are required to use the THX Ultra2 Cinema,THX Music mode and THX Games mode.
Set the surround back speakers so that the distance to the listening position is the same for both the left and right speakers. It is
also recommended that the deviations of the distance from the listening position to L and R channel speakers (front left (FL) and
front right (FR), surround left (SL) and surround right (SR), surround back left (SBL) and surround back right (SBR)) is less than 2
ft (60 cm).
With the AVR-4806 it is also possible to use the surround speaker selector function to choose the best layout for a variety of
sources and surround modes.
2 Surround speaker selector function

This function makes it possible to achieve the optimum sound fields for different sources by switching between two
systems of surround speakers (A and B). The settings of the different speakers (A only, B only or A+B) are stored in the
memory for the different surround modes, so they are set automatically when the surround mode is selected.
A A A A
B B B B (SB: Surround Back Speakers)

SB SB SB SB
Using A only Using B only
(Multi surround speaker system) (Single surround speaker system)
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Speaker connections
• Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making

sure that like polarities are matched ( < with <, > with > ). Protector circuit
Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound,
This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit.
unclear orientation of the various instruments, and the
The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under
sense of direction of the stereo being impaired.
circumstances such as when the output of the power
• When making connections, take care that none of the
amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current
individual conductors of the speaker cable come in contact
flows, when the temperature surrounding the unit
with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cable
becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high
conductors, or with the rear panel.
output over a long period which results in an extreme
temperature rise.
NOTE: When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output
NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is is cut off and the power supply indicator flashes. Should
on. Doing so could result in electric shocks. this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off
the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults
with the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and
wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. Improve the
2 Speaker Impedance ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power
• Speakers with an impedance of from 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can
back on.
be connected for use as front, center, surround and
If the protection circuit is activated again even though there
surround back speakers.
are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around
• Be careful when using two pairs of surround speakers (A +
the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON
B) at the same time, since use of speakers with an
service center.
impedance of less than 8 Ω/ohms will lead to damage.
• The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played
for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers
with an impedance lower than the specified impedance are
connected. Note on speaker impedance
The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for
long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with
Connecting the speaker cables an impedance lower than the specified impedance (for
example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4
1. Loosen by turning
Ω/ohms) are connected. If the protector circuit is activated,
counterclockwise.
the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the set’s power, wait
for the set to cool down, improve the ventilation around the
Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.
set, then turn the power back on.
2. Insert the cable.
3. Tighten by turning clockwise.
Connecting banana plugs

Turn clockwise to tighten, then
insert the banana plug.
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2 Connections
• The AVR-4806 can be configured for 10 speaker playback using two pairs of surround speakers (A+B) and one pair of surround
back speakers as shown below.
• The output of each power amplifier can be assigned to any desired channel to best suit the application.
For details, refer to “Setting the Channel Setup” and “Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment” ( page 105 ~ 107).
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
Front Center Front

Subwoofer
right speaker speaker left speaker
(R) (L)
> < < >
> < Connection terminal IN
Surround for subwoofer with Surround
right speaker built-in amplifier left speaker
(A) (subwoofer), etc. (A)
(R) (L)
> < < >
(R) (R) (L) (L)
> < > < < > < >
Surround Surround back Surround back Surround

right speaker (B) right speaker left speaker left speaker (B)
• Precautions when connecting speakers NOTE:

If a speaker is placed near a TV or video monitor, the • When using only one surround back speaker, connect it
colors on the screen may be disturbed by the speaker’s to left channel.
magnetism. If this should happen, move the speaker
away to a position where it does not have this effect.
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Connecting a DVD player and Monitor TV
• To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVR-4806, you only need to choose one connection type. Component
video connection offers the best quality (and is required for progressive DVD playback), followed by S-Video, while composite
video offers the lowest picture quality of the three connection types. For more information about the video up conversion
function ( page 27).
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with HDMI connectors, so it can be connected to a DVD player or monitor TV using an HDMI cable.
To connect it to a DVD player using a DVI-D cable ( page 36).
• To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you
choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page
89).
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with another set of input terminals for a non-DVD Video Disc Player (such as laser disc, VCD/SVCD,
or future high definition disc player). The above connection guidelines for DVD also apply to the VDP input.
DVD player
J COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y
PB
PR
L
HDMI
OUT
H
VIDEO
OUT
I
S VIDEO
OUT
A AUDIO OUT
L L L
R R R
D
OPTICAL
OUT
C
COAXIAL
OUT
Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows, white
video signal flow is shown with gray arrows.
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• For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources) choose the component video
connection to your monitor TV. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided if your TV does not have component
video inputs.
Monitor TV
J COMPONENT VIDEO IN
Y
PB
PR
L
HDMI
IN
H
VIDEO
IN
I
S VIDEO
IN
NOTE:
• The component video input and/or output terminals may be labeled differently on some TVs, monitors or video
components (Y, PB, PR; Y, CB, CR; Y, B-Y, R-Y). Check the owner’s manuals for other components for further information.
• The COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-1 and the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-2 can be used simultaneously.
• Audio signals are only output from the HDMI monitor out connector when audio signals are input to the HDMI input
connector.
• When connecting the AVR-4806 and DVD player using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-4806 and monitor TV using
an HDMI cable ( page 35).
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Auto Setup / Room EQ
The Auto Setup and Room EQ function of this unit performs an 2 About the main listening position (*M)
analysis of the speaker system and measures the acoustic • The main listening position is the point where a listener
characteristics of your room to permit an appropriate automatic sits most often or the listening position when only one
setting. person is listening. Measurements on the AVR-4806 start
The AVR-4806’s Audyssey MultEQ XT function has the feature from this point. Correction for the speaker distance
that it provides the optimum listening environment at all (“Delay Time”) is set based on this point.
listening positions in the home theater, where there are often
multiple listeners viewing programs together. To achieve this,
Example: q
it is first necessary to use a microphone to measure test tones
generated from the different speakers at the various listening
positions. All this measured data is analyzed with a unique
method to comprehensively improve acoustic characteristics
in the listening area. For optimum effectiveness,
measurements should be performed at six or more points.
Move the microphone successively within the listening area
surrounded by the speakers as shown on the diagram below to
measure the test tones. When listening to music or viewing
*M
movies with the whole family, move the microphone
successively to the different positions in which the members
of the family sit (“ ” on the diagram indicates the points of
installation) and measure repeatedly (Example q). Even if the
number of people using the home theater is small, taking
multiple measurements at or near the listening positions
makes it possible to correct the sound more effectively
(Example w). Example: w
The AVR-4806’s Room EQ function offers three correction
curves: “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat”. These can be
selected after performing the auto setup procedure. Details of
the different correction curves are described below.
• Audyssey:
This adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to
correct the effects of room acoustics.
• Front:
This adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to the *M
characteristics of the front speakers.
• Flat:
This the frequency response of all speakers flat.
This is suitable for multi-channel music reproduction, from
discrete music sources such as Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS, DVD-
Audio and Super Audio CD.
MEMO
• To make the Speaker system settings without using the
Auto Setup function ( page 113 ~ 121).
• When performing Auto Setup, an optional microphone is
required for setup.
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ON
POWER ENTER SETUP MIC
AMP
ENTER
CURSOR
ON/STANDBY SETUP CURSOR
SETUP
Connecting a microphone When placing the microphone, adjust the height so

that the microphone’s sound receptor is at the height
of the ears of the listener.
1 Connect the included microphone for Auto

Setup to the SETUP MIC jack on the front
panel of the unit.
Be sure that at the beginning, the measurement is
started with the microphone set up at the main
listening position.
It is not possible to measure properly if there are any
obstacles between the speakers and microphone.
Check that there are no obstacles.
Please do not stand between or near the speakers and
the microphone during the measurements.
NOTE:
The standard microphone is DENON DM-S305. • Do not disconnect the microphone until the settings are
completed.
When using other microphone ( page 123, 124). • Do not change the connection of speakers or the
subwoofer’s volume after performing these measurements.
2 Mount the auto setup microphone onto a

camera tripod, etc., and place it at ear height
at the main listening position in the listening
room with the sound receptor facing the
ceiling.
Microphone
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Turning on the power Starting Auto Setup
1 Turn on your subwoofer.
Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover

1 Press the SETUP button.
• Display the “System Setup Menu”.
frequency to the maximum or Low pass filter off if your

subwoofer can adjust the output volume and the
crossover frequency.
Some subwoofers have a standby mode. Be sure to
turn this function off before performing the Auto Setup
procedure.
2 Turn on your monitor (TV).
2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the

“Auto Setup / Room EQ”, then press the
3 Press the POWER switch.

¢ ON:
ENTER button.
• Display the “Auto Setup / Room EQ” menu screen.
The power turns on and the power indicator lights.
Set the POWER switch to this position to turn the
power on and off from the included remote control
unit.
£ OFF:
The power turns off and indicator is off.
In this position, the power cannot be turned on and
off from the remote control unit.
4 Press the ON/STANDBY switch on the main

unit or ON button on the remote control unit.
“Auto Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
• Display the “Auto Setup” screen.
• When pressed, the power turns on and the display
lights.
• When pressed again, the power turns off, the
standby mode is set and the display turns off.
The sound is muted for several seconds, after which

the unit operates normally.
Whenever the ON/STANDBY button is in the standby
state, the apparatus is still connected to the AC line
voltage. Please be sure to turn off the POWER switch or The message “Connect Microphone” is displayed if no
unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a microphone is connected. If so, connect the auto setup
vacation. microphone.
5 Press the AMP button to select the “AMP”

(only when operating with the remote control
unit).
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Extra Setup Preliminary measurements
• The AVR-4806 has seven available amplifier channels, some • This procedure is used to automatically determine the
of which can be assigned for powering speakers in ZONE2 background noise, whether or not speakers are connected,
and ZONE3, depending on the speaker system complement and the polarities of the connected speakers.
in the main room. If this functionality is not needed, skip this • To avoid affecting the measurements, turn off the air-
“Extra Setup” procedure and proceed to “Preliminary conditioner or any other device that makes noise and take
Measurements” ( page 22, 23). the measurements with the room as quiet as possible.

“Extra Setup”, then press the CURSOR F 1 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
“Start”, then press the CURSOR F button.
• Start the preliminary measurements.
button.
• Switch to the “Extra Setup” screen.
The screen shown at the below appears once the

preliminary measurements are completed.
2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to choose the

setting you want to change, then press the
ENTER button.
• Switch to the setting screen.
For instructions on making the “Channel Setup”

settings ( page 105).
For instructions on making the “Power Amp Assign”
settings ( page 106, 107).
The speakers measured with this Auto Setup
procedure are based on the setting of these “Channel
Setup” and “Power Amp Assign” functions.
2 Press the ENTER button.
• Switch to the “Speaker Detect Check” screen.
3 Once the settings are completed, press the

ENTER button at the each setting screen.
• The “Extra Setup” menu reappears.

“Exit”, then press the ENTER button.
• Return to the “Auto Setup” screen.
[ First screen ]
3 Check the results of the speaker detection,

then press the ENTER button.
• Switch to the second screen.
[ Second screen ]
4 If the check ends, press the ENTER button

again.
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NOTE:
• If the results are not as expected or if an error message is
displayed, select “Retry” and perform the measurements
3 Press the CURSOR F button.
• Measurements for the second point start.
again. (For details on the error messages ( page 25).)

If the results of remeasurement are still not as expected
or if an error message is displayed, turn off the power
switch and check the speaker connections. Then start the
measurements again from the beginning.
• Measurement is cancelled when MASTER VOLUME is
operated while the Auto Setup is performed.
Speaker system measurement

4 Perform step 2, 3 repeatedly.
The more measurement points, the better the

resulting room correction effect. We recommend a
minimum of 6 measurement points – 8 measurement
• With these measurements, the “Speaker Configuration”,
points provides the best room correction effect.
“Delay Time”, “Channel Level”, “Crossover Frequency” and
“Room EQ” are analyzed automatically. The main listening
position is measured first, so leave the microphone where it
is. 5 After measuring at the number of points
according to your listening environment, press
the CURSOR D or H button to select the
“Calculate”, then press the CURSOR F button.
“OK Start”, then press the CURSOR F button.
• Measurements for the first point start.
• The speaker system is analyzed.
The amount of time required for the analysis depends

on the number of speakers and the number of
The screen shown at the below appears once the measuring points. The greater the number of speakers
measurements for the main listening position are and measuring points, the longer the time required. For
completed. example, for ten speaker systems and 6 measuring
points, the calculations require approximately 6
minutes.
Measurements can be ended when there are 5 or less
measurement locations; however, to obtain better
results, measurements at 6 or more locations is
recommended.
Once the calculations are completed, a screen for
confirming the results of the measurements appears.
2 Next the measurements for the second point

will be taken.
Place the microphone at the second listening position.

For instructions on the position in which the
microphone should be placed ( page 19).
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Check of the measurement result
• The results of the measured items can be checked.

• After the data is stored, the “Auto Setup / Room
EQ” menu screen appears automatically.

items, then press the ENTER button.
• Switch to the verification screen.
• Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of subwoofers and the
interaction with the room, THX recommends setting the level and
the distance of the subwoofer manually.
• Sometimes due to interaction with the room, you may notice
irregular results when setting the level and/or distance of the main
Example: Speaker Config. Check speakers. If this happens, THX recommends setting them manually.
• Please note that any THX main speakers should be set to Small (80
Hz). If you set up your speakers using Auto Setup, please make sure
manually that any THX speakers are set to Small with 80 Hz crossover.
• When measurements have been made using the

measurement microphone, speakers with a built-in filter
such as subwoofers might be set with a value that differs
from the physical distance because of the internal electrical
[ First screen ] delay.

• Switch to the second screen.
NOTE:
• Do not turn off the power while the data is being stored.
If the power is turned off while the data is being stored,
Example: Speaker Config. Check
the Room EQ parameters stored in the memory will be
cleared, and it will not be possible to select the
“Audyssey”, “Front” or “Flat” equalizer settings.
[ Second screen ]
3 If the check ends, press the ENTER button

again.
4 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select

whether or not to save the data you have
checked.
Store:
Set with the checked measurement value.
All parameters are stored up.
Cancel:
Cancel the auto setup settings.
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About the error message
• These error messages will be displayed when performing the measurements of Auto Setup and the automatic measurements
can not be completed because of the speaker arrangement, measurement environment, or other factors. Please check the
following matters, reset the pertinent items, and measure again. Be sure to turn off the AVR-4806’s power before checking the
speaker connections.
Screen example Cause Measures

q The speakers required for producing suitable • Check that the pertinent speakers
reproduction have not been detected. are properly connected.
• The front L and front R speakers were not
properly detected.
• Only one channel of the surround (A) and
surround (B) speakers was detected.
• Sound was output from the R channel when
only one surround back speaker was
connected.
• The surround back or the surround (B) speaker
was detected, but the surround (A) speaker
was not detected.
If multiple errors occur, press the CURSOR F or
G button to check the contents.
w The speaker polarity is connected in reverse. • Check the polarity of the pertinent
speakers.
If multiple errors occur, press the CURSOR F or • For some speakers, the screen
G button to check the contents. below may be displayed even though
the speakers are properly connected.
If so, select “Skip0”.
e There is too much ambient noise in the room • Either turn off the power of the
and the measurements cannot be made device that generated the noise
accurately. during the measurements or move
the device away.
• Try again at a time when it is quieter.
r The sound level that is output from the • Check the placement and orientation
speakers and/or subwoofer is too low. of the loudspeakers.
• Adjust the subwoofer’s output level.
t The measurement microphone is not • Connect the measurement microphone
connected, or all of speakers have not been to the microphone connector.
detected. • Check the speaker connection.
Playing a DVD with Surround Sound
1 Disconnect the microphone from the unit.

4 Start DVD playback.
2 Select the input source to be played.

5 Adjust the volume.
3 Select the play mode.
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Connecting Other Sources
Cable indications
• The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not supplied).
Audio cable Video cable
A Analog terminal (Stereo) H Video terminal

(White) L L
(Yellow)
(Red) R R
Pin-plug cable Video cable (75 Ω/ohms video pin-plug cable)
B Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer) I S-Video terminal
Pin-plug cable S-Video cable
C Digital terminal (Coaxial) J Component video terminal
(Green) (Y)
(Orange)
(Blue) (PB/CB)
Coaxial cable (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug cable) (Red) (PR/CR)
D Digital terminal (Optical) Component video cable
K DVI-D terminal
Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)
E DENON LINK terminal 24-pin DVI-D cable
Audio and Video cable
DENON LINK cable

L HDMI terminal
F IEEE1394 terminal
HDMI cable
4-pin, S400 IEEE1394 cable
Signal direction
G Speaker terminal
Audio signal
IN OUT OUT IN
Video signal
IN OUT OUT IN
Speaker cable
NOTE:
• Do not plug in the power supply cord until all connections have been completed.
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).
• Note that binding pin-plug cables together with power supply cords or placing them near a power transformer will result
in generating hum or other noise.
NOTE:
• Connecting a LD (laser disc) player with a Dolby Digital RF Output
The AVR-4806 does not have a DD RF demodulator function. Therefore, you need to use a commercially available outboard
DD RF demodulator and connect its digital output to one of the AVR-4806 available digital inputs. Refer to the demodulator’s
owner’s manual for further information.
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Connecting Other Souces
The video conversion function 2 The analog video to HDMI conversion function:
• The AVR-4806’s video up-conversion function lets you
output analog video input signals (component – 480i/576i,
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with a function for up and down
480p/576p, 1080i or 720p; S-Video and composite video -
converting video signals.
480i/576i) to the HDMI monitor output terminal with the
Because of this, the AVR-4806’s MONITOR OUT terminal
original resolution.
can be connected to the monitor (TV) with a set of cables
• The on screen display signals are output from the HDMI
offering a higher quality connection, regardless of how the
monitor output terminal with a resolution of 480i/576i.
player and the AVR-4806’s video input terminals are
Because of this, if the monitor equipped with HDMI
connected.
terminal is compatible with the 480i/576i resolution, all the
Generally speaking, analog video connections using the
signals the AVR-4806 handles can be output to the monitor
component video terminals offer the highest quality
with a single HDMI cable. The resolutions with which the
playback, followed by connections using the S-Video
monitor is compatible can be checked using the STATUS
terminals, then connections using the regular video
button on the main unit or the ON SCREEN button on the
terminals (yellow).
remote control unit.
The flow of the video signals.
• If the monitor equipped with HDMI terminal is not

(HDMI / DVI-D (HDMI terminal) compatible with the 480i/576i resolution, connect the player
terminals)
and the AVR-4806 using a component cable and set the
player’s resolution to one which the monitor can handle.
• If you do not want to use the function for converting analog
(Component video (Component video
terminals) terminals)
video signals to HDMI signals, select “OFF” for “Analog to
HDMI Convert” at “Setting the HDMI Out Setup” (
page 98, 99).
(S-Video terminal) (S-Video terminal) In this case, the function for video up conversion to the
component video terminal operates.
(Video terminal) (Video terminal)
This unit’s input terminals This unit’s output terminals

On screen display for component video
: only MAIN ZONE 480i/576i
outputs and HDMI output
NOTE: • When viewing component video signals or HDMI signals via
• It is not possible to down-convert from HDMI and DVI-D the AVR-4806, the on screen display is displayed on the
input signals to the component, S-Video or composite monitor when the “System Setup” operations are performed
video monitor output terminals. and when the remote control unit’s ON SCREEN button is
• Video down conversion to the MAIN ZONE’s monitor operated.
output is only possible when the component video input • To view the on-screen display using an HDMI monitor, set
resolution is 480i (interlaced standard definition video – “Analog to HDMI Convert” at “HDMI Out Setup” to “ON”
NTSC format, for North America) or 576i (interlaced (default).
standard definition video – PAL format, for Europe and • When only component video signals are input to the AVR-
other countries). 4806 or when “Component” is selected at the “Setting the
• To change the setting of the video conversion mode for Video Convert Mode”, the characters of the on screen
the MAIN ZONE ( page 97, 98). display are not displayed over the picture.
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Connecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminals
[To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals]
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with a function for converting analog video signals into HDMI signals.
You can do this by either a component or a video or a S-Video connection.
• Audio signals are not output from the HDMI monitor output terminal, so also make analog or digital audio connections. To play
sound using digital audio connections, assign the digital terminal (coaxial or optical) at “Setting the Digital In Assign” ( page
89).
Monitor TV
L
HDMI
IN
DVD player

Y
PB
PR
H
VIDEO
OUT
I
S VIDEO
OUT
D
OPTICAL
OUT
C
COAXIAL
OUT
A AUDIO OUT
L L L
R R R
NOTE:
• Use an HDMI monitor compatible with an HDMI input resolution of 480i or 576i.
• If your monitor is not equipped with an HDMI terminal, connect the AVR-4806 to the monitor using the component video,
S-Video, or composite video terminals.
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Connecting a TV tuner
• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your TV. S-Video and composite video outputs are also
provided if your TV does not have component video inputs.
• To connect the digital audio output from the TV, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to
use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 89).
TV

Y
PB
PR
H
VIDEO
OUT
I
S VIDEO
OUT
A AUDIO OUT
L L L
R R R
D
OPTICAL
OUT
Connecting a DBS tuner
• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your DBS tuner. S-Video and composite video outputs are
also provided. If you choose to use the component video connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about
Component Input Assignment ( page 97).
• To connect the digital audio output from the DBS tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you
choose to use the coaxial or the optical connection, if needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input
Assignment ( page 89).
DBS / BS Tuner
H
VIDEO
OUT
I
S VIDEO
OUT
A AUDIO OUT
L L L
R R R
D
OPTICAL
OUT
C
COAXIAL
OUT
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Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals
• These terminals are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an outboard decoder, or a component with a different type of
multi-channel decoder, such as a DVD Audio player, or a multi-channel Super Audio CD player, or other future multi-channel
sound format decoder.
• The method of video signal connection is the same as that for DVD player ( page 17).
• For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 44).
DVD Audio-Video /
Super Audio CD Player /
External decoder
A 7.1ch AUDIO OUT
FRONT
L L L
R R R
B
CENTER
A SURROUND
BACK
L L L
R R R
A
SURROUND
L L L
R R R
B
SUB-
WOOFER
• Playback using the DENON LINK connector Digital transfer and multi-channel playback of DVD audio discs and other multi-
channel sources is possible by connecting the AVR-4806 to a DENON DVD player equipped with a DENON LINK connector using
the connection cable included with the DVD player.
• With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, however, the digital signals may not be output
from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output to the AVR-4806’s EXT. IN terminals
for playback. Also refer to your DVD player’s operating instructions.
Connecting a video camera component or video game component
Video camera /
Video game
H
VIDEO
OUT
A AUDIO OUT
L L L
R R R
D
OPTICAL
OUT
I
S VIDEO
OUT
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Connecting a DVD recorder
• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your DVD recorder. S-Video and composite video outputs
are also provided. If you choose to use the component video connection, it needs to be assign. For more information about
Component Input Assignment ( page 97).
• If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital sources, such as a DVD recorder to an analog recorder such as a cassette
deck, you will needs connect analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.
DVD recorder
I
S VIDEO
OUT
H
VIDEO
OUT

Y
PB
PR
H
VIDEO
IN
I
S VIDEO
IN
A AUDIO IN
L L L
R R R
D
OPTICAL
IN
D
OPTICAL
OUT
A AUDIO OUT
L L L
R R R
NOTE:
• When recording to DVD recorder, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the
same type that is connected to the AVR-4806 VCR-1 (to 3) OUTPUT terminal.
Example: VCR-1 IN → S-Video cable : VCR-1 OUT→ S-Video cable
VCR-1 IN → Video cable : VCR-1 OUT→ Video cable
• Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 2 OUT terminal on the AVR-4806’s rear panel to
any terminal other than the OPTICAL 2 IN terminal.
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Connecting a VCR
• There are three sets of video deck (VCR) terminals, so three video decks can be connected for simultaneous recording or video
copying.
Video deck
H
VIDEO
OUT
I
S VIDEO
OUT
H
VIDEO
IN
I
S VIDEO
IN
A AUDIO IN
L L L
R R R
A AUDIO OUT
L L L
R R R
NOTE:
• When recording to VCR, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type
that is connected to the AVR-4806 VCR-1 (to 3) OUTPUT terminal.
Example: VCR-2 IN → S-Video cable : VCR-2 OUT→ S-Video cable
VCR-2 IN → Video cable : VCR-2 OUT→ Video cable
Connecting a CD player
• To connect the digital audio output from the CD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you
choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page
89).
CD player
AUDIO OUT
A
L L L
R R R
D
OPTICAL
OUT
C
COAXIAL
OUT
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Connecting a turntable
• You can connect the turntable (MM cartridge) to the PHONO terminals.
Turntable
(MM cartridge)
A
L AUDIO OUT
R
GND
NOTE:
• The phono input can accept signals from moving magnet (MM) and high output moving coil (MC) phono cartridges. If your
turntable is equipped with a low output MC cartridge, you will need to use a separate MC head amplifier or step-up MC
transformer.
• If humming or other noise is generated when the ground wire is connected, disconnect the ground wire.
Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder
• If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a CD or MD recorder to an analog recorder such as a
cassette deck, you will need to connect analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.
CD recorder /
MD recorder
AUDIO OUT
A
L L L
R R R
AUDIO IN
A
L L L
R R R
D
OPTICAL
OUT
D
OPTICAL
IN
NOTE:
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Connectiong a tape deck
Tape deck
AUDIO IN
A
L L L
R R R
AUDIO OUT
A
L L L
R R R
DENON LINK connections
• High quality digital sound with reduced digital signal transfer loss can be enjoyed by connecting a separately sold DENON LINK
compatible DVD player.
• Digital transfer and multi-channel playback of DVD Audio discs and other multi-channel sources is possible by connecting the
AVR-4806 to a DENON DVD player equipped with a DENON LINK connector using the connection cable included with the DVD
player.
• When a DENON DVD player and the DENON LINK have been connected, be sure to make a setting to “DENON LINK” with
the System Setup Digital In Assignment ( page 90).
DVD player
E
DENON
LINK
• With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, however, the digital signals may not be output
from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output to the AVR-4806’s EXT. IN terminals
for playback.
Also refer to your DVD player’s operating instructions.
2 DENON LINK 3rd Edition:

Super Audio CDs have certain rules for digital signal transfer designed to protect copyrights. In order to receive permission
for the transfer of the multi-channel digital signals of Super Audio CDs, DENON has proposed to Super Audio CD licensors
and content holders the DENON LINK (3rd Edition), and approval procedures are now underway. Once these approval
procedures are completed and official approval for the digital transfer of Super Audio CD signals with DENON LINK is received,
it will be possible to transfer the digital signals of Super Audio CDs to the AVR-4806 from players equipped with DENON LINK
(3rd Edition).
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Connecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminals
• A simple 1-cable connection (using a commercially available cable) with a device having an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
Interface) connector allows digital transfer of the digital images of DVD video and other sources, and the multi-channel sound
of DVD Audio and DVD Video.
• To provide audio output from AVR-4806’s audio output connector, select “Amp” at the System Setup.
To provide audio output from the TV, select “TV” at the System Setup. For details, see “Setting the HDMI/DVI In Assign” (
page 96, 97).
DVD player
L
HDMI
OUT
Monitor TV
L
HDMI
IN
Input signals 2 Copyright Protection System

LINEAR PCM C To play back the digital video and audio of DVD video and
DVD audio through an HDMI/DVI-D connection, both the
DVD Video Dolby Digital C connected player and monitor are required to support a
DTS C copyright protection system called HDCP (High-bandwidth
LINEAR PCM Digital Content Protection System). HDCP is copy
DVD Audio PACKED PCM C protection technology that comprises data encryption and
(with CPPM / without CPPM) authentication of the partner equipment.
The AVR-4806 supports HDCP. Please see the user’s
CD LINEAR PCM C
manual of your video display for more information about
Multi area E this.
Super Audio
Stereo area E
CD
CD area C
The AVR-4806 is HDMI Ver. 1.1 compatible.
NOTE:
• The audio signals on the multi/stereo area of Super Audio CDs are not output. If the Super Audio CD is a hybrid CD, only
the audio signals in the CD area are output.
• Use a compatible player to play DVD Audio discs that are copyright protected by CPPM.
• Among the devices that support HDMI, some devices can control other devices via the HDMI connector; however, the
AVR-4806 cannot be controlled by another device via the HDMI connector.
• The audio signals from the HDMI connector (including the sampling frequency and bit length) may be limited by the
equipment that is connected.
• The video signals are not output properly if a device not compatible with HDCP is used.
• Use an HDMI monitor compatible with an HDMI input resolution of 480i or 576i.
• The video signals input from the HDMI or DVI-D input terminals are output to the HDMI monitor with their original
resolution, so the image will not be displayed if the resolutions of the input signal and the monitor being used are not
matched. In this case, change the setting of the resolution on the source device (player) to one which the monitor can
handle.
• For stable signal transfer, we recommend using cables that are a maximum of 5 meters in length.
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Connecting equipment with DVI (Digital Visual Interface) terminals
• Connection with equipment that has a DVI (Digital Visual Interface)-D connector permits the transfer of digital images. Make an
analog or digital audio connection also.
Monitor TV
L
HDMI
IN
DVD player
K
DVI-D
OUT
D
OPTICAL
OUT
C
COAXIAL
OUT
AUDIO OUT
A
L L L
R R R
• When connecting via a DVI-D cable, no digital audio will be output from the HDMI Monitor Out connector.
• If your digital TV monitor only supports DVI-D, please obtain and use an HDMI-DVI conversion cable or adaptor, available from
your dealer.
NOTE:
• Commercially-available DVI cables are available in 24-pin and 29-pin types. The AVR-4806 supports the 24-pin DVI-D cable.
• The AVR-4806 supports HDCP. Use an HDCP-compatible HDMI monitor.
2 Connections with an HDMI/DVI-D conversion cable (adapter)

• The HDMI video stream signals (video signals) are theoretically compatible with DVI-D. When connecting to a monitor, etc.,
equipped with DVI-D terminals, it is possible to connect using an HDMI/DVI-D conversion cable, but depending on the
combination of devices used the image might not be output.
• When using an HDMI/DVI-D conversion adapter, the image may not be output properly due to poor contact with the connected
cable, etc..
• For stable signal transfer, we recommend using cables that are a maximum of 5 meters in length.
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Connecting IEEE1394 devices
• For the digital transfer of signals from Super Audio CDs and DVD-Audio discs, connect using an IEEE1394 cable. For instructions
on playing Super Audio CDs ( page 84).
• Assign the IEEE1394 input the input source. For detailes, see “Setting the IEEE1394 Assign” ( page 92).
DVD player
F
IEEE1394
2 IEEE1394 network
q Up to 17 devices can be connected using daisy chain type connections.
w Up to 63 devices can be connected using tree type connections.
Do not loop the connections.
e “LINK CHECK” is displayed when an input source to which an IEEE1394 is assigned is selected and connection to the
IEEE1394 device is being checked.
r If the connection is looped, “LOOP CONNECT” is displayed. Check the connections and undo the loop.
NOTE:
• The AVR-4806 will not operate when connected to equipment other than that conforming to “IEEE1394 AUDIO (A&M
protocol)” standards or when connected to computer peripherals.
Also please note that operation is not guaranteed even when connected to IEEE1394-compatible equipment. Whether or
not data and control signals can be sent and received between interconnected IEEE1394-compatible equipment depends
on the functions of the different equipment. Please read the operating instructions of the equipment to be connected.
• Use an S400-compatible 4-pin IEEE1394 cable to connect.
• Video signals are not transferred with the AVR-4806’s IEEE1394 interface, so when connecting a video device connect
the video signals as well.
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Connecting the antenna terminals
• An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly. 2 AM loop antenna assembly
FM ANTENNA Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.
AM LOOP ANTENNA 1 2
(Supplied) 3
DIRECTION OF
BROADCASTING STATION Remove the vinyl tie
and take out the Bend in the reverse
connection line. direction.
4
75 Ω/ohms
a. With the antenna
COAXIAL on top any stable
CABLE surface.
Mount
b. With the antenna

attached to a wall.
FM INDOOR
ANTENNA Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.
(Supplied)
Connection of AM antennas
1. Push the lever. 2. Insert the 3. Return the
conductor. lever.
GROUND AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA
Note to CATV system installer NOTE:

• This reminder is provided to call the CATV system • Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which • Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, the AM loop antenna.
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the • Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of metal parts of the panel.
cable entry as practical.
Connecting the CONTROL terminals
These terminals are used for an external

controller.
Perform the following operation before using an
external controller connected to the RS-232C
terminal:
1. Press the ON/STANDBY button on the main
unit and set the unit to the operating mode.
2. Perform the operation to turn off the power
from the external control.
3. Check that the product has been set to the
standby mode.
After checking the above, check the connections
of the external controller. Operation is possible.
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Connecting the TRIGGER OUT terminals
Turn the DC 12V voltage on and off for the

individual functions and surround modes.
For details, see “Setting the Trigger Out” (
page 109).
Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE functions ( page 80 ~ 83).
ZONE2 (or ZONE3) pre-out connections

• If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 (or ZONE3) pre-out (variable/fixed level)
terminals can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 (or ZONE3) the same time ( page 82, 83).
• The ZONE2 (or ZONE3) video out is only for the ZONE2 (or ZONE3).
• When a sold separately room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the
MAIN ZONE and ZONE2 (ZONE3), the remote-controllable devices in the MAIN ZONE can be controlled from ZONE2 (ZONE3)
using the remote control unit.
Monitor TV
(ZONE2 or ZONE3)
H
VIDEO
IN
I
S VIDEO
IN
Power amplifier
(ZONE2 or ZONE3)
A
L L L
IN
R R R
INPUT OUTPUT
+ +
AUX OUT
Extension terminals for future use. RC-616 RC-617

INFRARED INFRARED
RETRANSMITTER SENSOR
NOTE:
• For the AUDIO output, use high quality pin-plug cables and wire in such a way that there is no humming or noise.
• For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’ operating instructions.
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ZONE2/ZONE3 speaker out connections
• When the power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 or ZONE3 output channel at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup
Menu”, the MAIN ZONE speaker terminals can be used as the ZONE2 or ZONE3 speaker out terminals ( page 106, 107).
• The connections diagram below is an example for when the surround back speaker is assigned to the ZONE2 stereo 2 channel.
In this case, Surround Back Speaker OUT can not be used for MAIN ZONE.
Front Center Front

Subwoofer
right speaker speaker left speaker
(R) (L)
> < < >
> < Connection terminal IN
Surround for subwoofer with Surround
right speaker built-in amplifier left speaker
(A) (subwoofer), etc. (A)
(R) (L)
> < < >
ZONE2
(R) (R) (L) (L)
> < > < < > < >
Surround ZONE2 Front ZONE2 Front Surround

right speaker (B) right speaker left speaker left speaker (B)
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Connecting the pre-out terminals
• Use these terminals if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to increase the power of the front, center, surround and
surround back sound channels, or for connection to powered loudspeakers.
• When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to left channel.
Power amplifier
B
CENTER
A SURROUND
BACK
L L L
R R R
A
SURROUND
L L L
R R R
B
SUB-
WOOFER
A
FRONT
L L L
R R R
Connecting the power supply cord
Power supply cord

(Supplied)
AC outlets (wall)
AC 120V, 60Hz
AC OUTLETS
• SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W (1 A.))
The power to these outlets is turned on and off in
conjunction with the POWER switch on the main unit,
and when the power is switched between on and
standby from the remote control unit.
No power is supplied from these outlets when this
unit’s power is at standby. Never connect equipment
whose total capacity is above 120 W (1 A.)
NOTE:
• Only use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment. Never use them for hair driers, TVs or other electrical appliances.
• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the generation of noise.
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Basic Operation
Playback
Operating the remote control unit 2 SURROUND MENU

To select specific surround modes.
• The RC-995 remote control has a backlit LCD screen whose
contents change according to the mode or function selected, Press the SURROUND button to
with the appropriate remote commands for that mode or display the screen below to choose a
function.
specific surround mode.
2 Operate the this unit
The AMP button is the main mode for controlling

the AVR-4806 in the main room (MAIN ZONE).
2 NUMBER/SYSTEM CALL MENU

Operate the “Number/System call” menu function.
The function switches as shown below each time one of

Press the NUMBER/SYSTEM CALL
the MODE SELECTOR buttons is pressed. button to display the screen below.
AMP/Z2 : AMP, ZONE2
Z3/Z4 : ZONE3, ZONE4*
(* : This mode can not be used with the AVR-4806.)
2 SOURCE MENU
To operate the system’s source components.
Press the SOURCE button to display

the screen shown below, to that you
can select an input source.
• This function provides the ability to program a series of

individual remote control codes into a macro stored under
one of the number pad’s numeric choices ( page 70 ~
75).
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Basic Operation
FUNCTION VOLUME SOURCE SURROUND

HOME THX
FUNCTION CINEMA
VOLUME
ROOM EQ
SOURCE HOME THX ROOM EQ
CINEMA
Playing the input source The volume can be adjusted within the range of –80 to
+18 dB, in steps of 0.5 dB. However, when the
channel level is set ( page 64, 65 or 116 ~ 118), if
1 Select the input source to be played.

Example: CD
the volume for any channel is set at +0.5 dB or greater,
the volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (In this
case the maximum volume adjustment range is “18 dB
— (Maximum value of channel level)”.)
(Main unit) (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit) 2 To choose the surround sound mode
To select the input source when ZONE2 SELECT, Example: THX Surround EX
ZONE3/REC SELECT or TUNING PRESET is selected,
press the SOURCE button on the main unit then operate
the input function selector. Press the SURROUND button, then press the HOME
THX CINEMA button.
2 Start playback on the selected component.
For operating instructions, refer to the component’s

For more information about the surround modes (
page 50, 51).
manual.
3 Adjust the volume.

2 To select the Room EQ function
Press the ROOM EQ button.
For more information about the Room EQ function

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
( page 47).
M.VOL. -80.0dB
The volume level is displayed on the master volume

level display.
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Basic Operation
DIMMER VOLUME
VOLUME
ON SCREEN
MUTING
VIDEO SELECT SPEAKER

PHONES EXT. IN STATUS INPUT MODE EXT. IN
INPUT MODE ANALOG ANALOG
Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) Listening over headphone
terminals
Connect the headphone to the PHONES jack.
Press the EXT. IN button to switch the external • The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is
input. automatically turned off when headphones are
connected.
NOTE:
• Cancelling the external input mode: • To prevent hearing loss, be careful not to raise the volume
Press the INPUT MODE or ANALOG button to switch to the level excessively when using headphones.
desired input mode ( page 45, 46).
• The external input mode can be set for any input source. To
watch video while listening to sound, select the input source
to which the video signal is connected, then set this mode.
• If the subwoofer output level seems too high, set the “SW Combining the currently playing sound
ATT” surround parameter to “ON”. with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT)
NOTE:
• When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN), Press the VIDEO SELECT button until the desired
the surround mode (DIRECT, STEREO, HOME THX image appears.
CINEMA, STANDARD, 7CH STEREO, WIDE SCREEN or
DSP SIMULATION) cannot be set. DVD
• In play modes other than the external input mode, the VIDEO SOURCE
signals connected to these terminals cannot be played. In
addition, signals cannot be output from channels not The video source selected with the video select function
connected to the input terminals. is stored in the memory for the different input sources.
• Cancelling simulcast playback:

Turning the sound off temporarily Select the “SOURCE” pressing the VIDEO SELECT button.
(MUTING) • It is not possible to select HDMI and DVI-D input signals.
• Use this to mute the audio output temporarily.
Press the MUTING button.

• You can adjust the muting level ( page 108).
• Cancelling MUTING mode:

Press the MUTING button again, or press the VOLUME button
on the remote control, or adjust the volume up or down via
the front panel VOLUME knob.
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Basic Operation
Switching the surround speakers 2 Using the dimmer function
• Use this to change the brightness of the display.
Press the SPEAKER button.

Press the DIMMER button.
The surround speakers switch as shown below each
The display brightness changes in four steps (bright,
time the SPEAKER button is pressed.
medium, dim and off).
SURROUND A SURROUND B
SURROUND A+B
This operation is possible when the setting for using
both surround speakers A and B is made at “Speaker Input mode
Configuration” ( page 113, 114).
• The AVR-4806 has an AUTO signal detection mode that
automatically identifies the type of incoming audio signals,
but is also equipped with a manual mode that can be
switched according to the type of input audio signals.
Checking the currently playing program
source, etc.
2 Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes
2 On screen display
Press the INPUT MODE button.
Press the ON SCREEN button.
The mode switches as shown below each time the
Each time an operation is performed, a description of INPUT MODE button is pressed.
that operation appears on the display connected to AVR- AUTO PCM DTS
4806’s VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal. Also, the unit’s
operating status can be checked during playback.
Such information as the position of the input selector AUTO (All auto mode):
and the surround settings is output in sequence. In this mode, the types of signals being input to the
digital and analog input terminals for the selected input
source are detected and the program in the AVR-4806’s
surround decoder is selected automatically upon
2 Front panel display playback. This mode can be selected for all input
sources other than PHONO and TUNER.
Press the STATUS button. The presence or absence of digital signals is detected,
the signals input to the digital input terminals are
Descriptions of the unit’s operations are also displayed identified and decoding and playback are performed
on the front panel display. In addition, the display can be automatically in DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM (2 channel
switched to check the unit’s operating status while stereo) format. If no digital signal is being input, the
playing a source. analog input terminals are selected.
Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals.
PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode):
Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM
signals are being input.
Note that noise may be generated when using this
mode to play signals other than PCM signals.
DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode):
Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS
signals are being input.
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Basic Operation
ROOM EQ
ANALOG
ANALOG ROOM EQ
2 Selecting the analog mode 2 Input signal display
• DOLBY DIGITAL
Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog
input.
ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback mode):
The signals input to the analog input terminals are
• DTS
decoded and played.
Depending on the input signal.

NOTE: • The “DSD” indicator lights when the DENON
• Input mode when playing DTS sources: LINK or IEEE1394 have been connected and
• PCM the DSD signals have been inputted (
Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs are
played in the “ANALOG” or “PCM” mode. page 34, 37).
When playing DTS-compatible sources, be sure to Depending on the input signal.
connect the source component to the digital input • The “HDCD” indicator lights when digital
terminals (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set the input mode to signals are being input with a player that
“DTS”. supports HDCD playback.
The “DIG.” indicator lights when digital signals are being

input properly. If the “DIG.” indicator does not light, check
2 Input mode display
whether the digital input component setup ( page 89,
90) and connections are correct and whether the
Depending on the input signal.
• In the AUTO mode component’s power is turned on.
AL24 processing is activated when PCM signals are played
while the surround mode is set to PURE DIRECT, DIRECT,
STEREO, MULTI CH PURE DIRECT, MULTI CH DIRECT or
• In the DIGITAL PCM mode MULTI CH IN.
NOTE:
• In the DIGITAL DTS mode
• The “DIG.” indicator will light when playing CD-ROMs
containing data other than audio signals, but no sound will
be heard.
• In the ANALOG mode
• In the EXT. IN mode
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Basic Operation
Room EQ function
• The AVR-4806’s Auto Setup / Room EQ function offers three

correction curves: “Audyssey”, “Front”, “Flat”. The timbre
of the speakers can also be adjusted manually using a
graphic equalizer.
Details of the different correction curves are described
below.
Audyssey:
This adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to
Front:
This adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to the
characteristics of the front speakers.
Flat:
This the frequency response of all speakers flat.
This is suitable for multi-channel music reproduction, from
discrete music sources such as Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS,
DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD.
Manual:
Selects the setting value that was set in the Manual EQ
Setup.
For details of the “Manual EQ Setup” ( page 103, 104).
Press the ROOM EQ button.

• The “Audyssey” is selected, the MultEQ XT indicator
lights green.
• The “Front” or “Flat” is selected, the MultEQ XT
indicator lights red.
The Room EQ switches as follows each time the ROOM

EQ button is pressed.
OFF Audyssey Front Flat Manual
The MultEQ XT indicator also lights red if the “Speaker

Configuration”, “Delay Time”, “Channel Level” or
“Crossover Frequency” is set manually after conducting
the Auto Setup procedure.
• The “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat” Room EQ curves can

be selected after performing the Auto Setup procedure.
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Basic Operation
Surround
Playing modes for different sources Sources recorded in stereo

Sources recorded in monaural
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with many surround modes. We
recommend using the surround modes as described below PURE DIRECT ( page 49)
• By suspending all circuits and processes not required,
in order to achieve the maximum effect for the specific
analog input music playback can be played with optimum
signal source. quality.
is a 6.1-channel/7.1-channel surround mode.

DIRECT / STEREO ( page 49)
• Effective for achieving pure playback.
Sources recorded in Dolby Digital Surround EX • If there is no need for tone control or distribution of the
low frequencies in function of the speaker configuration,
select the DIRECT mode to achieve the best sound
THX SURROUND EX ( page 51)
quality.
• Maximum performance for playing movies on the AVR-
4806.
DENON Original Surround Modes
( page 60, 61)
DOLBY DIGITAL EX / +PLIIx*2 ( page 53) • Select these for 7.1-channel playback with sources
• This mode is optimized for playing sources recorded in recorded in stereo or monaural.
Dolby Digital Surround EX. • The effects are different for each of the surround modes.
Select the one most suited for the source being used.
Sources recorded in DTS-ES
DTS NEO:6 ( page 57)
DTS-ES DSCRT 6.1 / MTRX 6.1 / +PLIIx*2 • This is a surround mode for playing 6.1- or 7.1-channel
( page 53) stereo sources developed by Digital Theater Systems.
• This is the optimum mode for playing sources recorded • One of two playing modes, MUSIC (for music sources) or
in DTS-ES. CINEMA (for movie sources), can be selected according
to your preferences.
ES DSCRT 6.1+THX / ES MTRX 6.1+THX
( page 51) DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx*2 ( page 55, 56)
• When playing movies, setting this mode sometimes • Developed by Dolby Laboratories, this surround mode
results in a more natural sound. Select the mode as provides 7.1 channel surround sound with conventional
desired. stereo (2-channel) sources.
• Select CINEMA mode for movie surround soundtracks,
MUSIC for music sources, and GAME for 2-channel
Dolby Digital or DTS Surround (5.1 ch sources)
game box audio sources.
2 ch sources recorded in Dolby Surround
THX Ultra2 CINEMA*1 / THX MUSIC MODE*1 /

THX Games Mode*1 / PLIIx C+THX
( page 51) • Though we recommend selecting the surround mode as
• These modes are suited for playing 5.1-channel sources described above, other surround modes can also be
in 7.1 channels. Select the desired surround mode for the selected.
movie and music sources.
NOTE:
WIDE SCREEN ( page 60, 61) • Surround modes indicated with an asterisk (*1) require
• Effective for 2-channel sources recorded in Dolby
the use of two surround back speakers.
Surround or for 7.1-channel playback with 5.1-channel
• Surround modes marked with an asterisk (*2) cannot be
sources.
used when the surround back speaker is set to “NONE”.
• The “+PLIIx Cinema” mode cannot be selected when
HOME THX CINEMA (THX 5.1) ( page 50)
only one surround back speaker is being used.
• This mode is optimized for playing 5.1-channel movies.
• For sources recorded in Dolby Surround as well, this
mode provides the same power as with 5.1-channel
sources.
DOLBY DIGITAL / DOLBY DIGITAL+PLIIx*2 / DTS

SURROUND / DTS 96/24 / DTS+PLIIx*2 /
DTS+NEO:6 ( page 53)
• This mode is optimized for playing 5.1-channel or 7.1-
channel music.
• For Dolby Surround recording sources, Dolby Pro-Logic II
playback is conducted.
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Basic Operation
SURROUND
DIRECT
PURE DIRECT STEREO
PURE DIRECT DIRECT/STEREO
Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) 2 STEREO mode

Use this mode to adjust the tone and achieve the desired
2-channel playback modes
sound.
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with three 2-channel playback
modes exclusively for music. Press the DIRECT/STEREO button to select the
• Select the mode to suit your tastes. STEREO mode.
2 PURE DIRECT mode

This mode reproduces the sound with extremely high • The system setup function cannot be used when the PURE
quality. When this mode is set, all circuits and processes DIRECT mode is set. To use the system setup function,
not required for the selected input source (FL tube, video cancel the PURE DIRECT mode.
circuit and tone control, as well as digital circuitry and other • If the HDMI input terminal is selected, video outputs are
unnecessary circuits for analog audio inputs) are outputted in the PURE DIRECT mode.
automatically turned off so the music signals can be • The channel level and surround parameters in the PURE
reproduced with high sound quality. DIRECT mode are the same as in the DIRECT mode.
Press the PURE DIRECT button to select the PURE

DIRECT mode.
2 DIRECT mode
Use this mode to achieve good quality 2-channel sound. In
this mode, the audio signals bypass such circuits as the
tone circuit and are transmitted directly, resulting in good
quality sound.
Press the DIRECT/STEREO button to select the

DIRECT mode.
The mode switches as shown below each time the

DIRECT/STEREO button on the main unit is pressed.
DIRECT STEREO
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Basic Operation
SURROUND PARAMETER
ENTER STATUS SURROUND
HOME THX SURROUND
CINEMA BACK
ENTER
CURSOR
ON SCREEN SURROUND
HOME THX CURSOR SURROUND PARAMETER
CINEMA BACK
THX surround EX / Home THX cinema 2 Playing sources recorded in Dolby Surround in
mode the Home THX cinema surround mode
• When the HOME THX CINEMA button is pressed, the

surround mode is set as follows according to the signal that
is played:
1 Press the HOME THX CINEMA button to select
the “Home THX Cinema” mode.
q THX Surround EX (THX Ultra2 Cinema)
w Home THX CINEMA (PLIIx C + THX)
e THX 5.1
r ES DSCRT 6.1 +THX, ES MTRX 6.1 + THX
2 Play a program source with the
mark.
For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the

When the HOME THX CINEMA mode is set when a DVD respective components.
is played, check the DVD player’s digital output setting and
change the setting to one for which Dolby Digital and DTS
bit stream signals can be output (“bit stream”, for
example).
3 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button.
• Display the “Surround Parameter” menu.

parameter.
5 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the

setting.
6 Press the ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER

button to complete the setting.
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Basic Operation
2 Surround parameters q • In addition, screen information is displayed in the following
order when the ON SCREEN button is pressed repeatedly:
DECODER: OSD-1 Audio input signal
Select the decoder to be used when playing 2-channel OSD-2 Monitor information
sources in the Home THX Cinema mode. OSD-3 Input/output
• PLIIx C: OSD-4 Auto surround mode
The signals are decoded in the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Cinema OSD-5 USER MODE 1
mode before undergoing THX processing. OSD-6 USER MODE 2
• PLII C: OSD-7 USER MODE 3
The signals are decoded in the Dolby Pro Logic II Cinema OSD-8~14 Tuner preset stations
mode before undergoing THX processing.
• PL:
The signals are decoded in the Dolby Pro Logic mode
before undergoing THX processing.
• NEO:6 C:
The signals are decoded in the NEO:6 Cinema mode before
undergoing THX processing.
MODE/SB CH OUT:
Select the surround back channel playback method or
mode. NOTE:
• ON: • OSD-2:
This is the recommended play mode for using the surround The monitor’s resolution is displayed when an HDMI
back channel when DTS NEO:6 is selected. monitor is connected to the AVR-4806.
• OFF: • OSD-4:
This is the recommended play mode when Dolby Pro Logic This is displayed when the auto surround mode is set to
II is selected. The surround back channel is not played. “ON” ( page 102) and the input mode is set to
“AUTO”.
It is not displayed when the input mode is set to
2 Checking the input signal “ANALOG” or “EXT. IN”.
• The input signal can be checked by pressing the remote
control unit’s ON SCREEN button ( page 45).
2 To play in the THX Surround EX/Home THX
SIGNAL:
Displays the type of signal (DTS, DOLBY DIGITAL, PCM, Cinema Surround mode for sources recorded in
etc.). Dolby Digital or DTS
fs:
Displays the input signal’s sampling frequency.
FORMAT:
Displays the input signal’s number of channels.
1 Press the HOME THX CINEMA button to select
the “Home THX Cinema” mode.
“Number of front channels/Number of surround

channels/LFE on/off”
“SURROUND” is displayed for 2-channel signal sources
mark.
• The Dolby Digital indicator lights
,
recorded in Dolby Surround. when playing Dolby Digital

OFFSET: sources. lights
Displays the dialog normalization offset value ( page • The DTS indicator lights when
54). playing DTS sources.
FLAG:
Displays the special identification signal recorded in the For operating instructions, refer to lights
input signal ( page 52). the manuals of the respective
“MATRIX” is displayed when matrix processing is components.
conducted on the surround back channel, “DISCRETE” is The channel status information during playback of
displayed when discrete processing is conducted. Dolby Digital and DTS sources can be checked
Not displayed when no identification signal is recorded. pressing the STATUS button on the main unit.
Press the SURROUND BACK button.
lights
Lights when the Surround Back CH
is on.
lights
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Basic Operation
SURROUND SURROUND
STANDARD ENTER PARAMETER
STANDARD SURROUND
BACK
ENTER
CURSOR
SURROUND
PARAMETER
CURSOR SURROUND BACK
2 Surround parameters w (2) (2ch source)

OFF:
MODE/SB CH OUT: Playback is conducted without using the surround back
Select the surround back channel playback method or speaker.
mode. ON:
Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker.
(1) (Multi channel source) This operation can be performed directly pressing the
THX Surround EX: SURROUND BACK button.
Dolby Digital signals are played in the “THX Surround
EX” mode. AFDM (Auto Flag Detect Mode):
Ultra2 Cinema: • ON:
The signals are played in the THX Ultra2 Cinema mode. This function only works with software on which a special
Music Mode: identification signal is recorded. This software is scheduled
The signals are played in the THX Music mode. to go on sale in the future.
Games Mode: This is a function for automatically playing in the 6.1-
The signals are played in the THX Games mode. channel mode using the surround back speaker(s) if the
NON MTRX: software is recorded in Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES or in the
The same signals as those of the surround channels are normal 5.1-channel mode without using the surround back
output from the surround back channels. speaker(s) when the software is not recorded in Dolby
MTRX ON: Digital EX or DTS-ES.
The surround channel signals undergo digital matrix When AFDM is set to “ON” and the EX/ES flag is detected
processing and are output from the surround back automatically, the surround mode is fixed according to the
channels. playing program source.
SB OFF (OFF): In this case, the “MODE/SB CH OUT” parameter can not
No signal is played from the surround back channels. be selected on the surround parameter screen.
ES MTRX: • OFF:
When playing DTS signals, the surround back signals When the identification signal is detected automatically and
undergo digital matrix processing for playback. you would like to select the surround mode freely, set
ES DSCRT: AFDM to “OFF”.
When a signal identifying the source as a discrete 6.1- In this case, the “MODE/SB CH OUT” parameter can be
channel source is included in the DTS signals, the selected on the surround parameter screen regardless of
surround back signals included in the source are played. the playing program source.
PLIIx Cinema:
Processing is performed with the Cinema mode of the
PLIIx decoder and the surround back channel is
reproduced.
PLIIx Music:
Processing is performed with the Music mode of the
PLIIx decoder and the surround back channel is
reproduced.
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Basic Operation
Example: When playing software that has a Dolby Digital EX
flag
Dolby Digital mode and DTS Surround
(only with digital input)
q When AFDM is set to “ON”, the surround mode is
automatically set to the “DOLBY DIGITAL + PLIIx
CINEMA” mode. The surround parameter screen shown
at the below is displayed. 1 Press the STANDARD button to select the
“STANDARD (Dolby/DTS Surround)” mode.

mark.
,
• The Dolby Digital indicator lights

when playing Dolby Digital
sources.
lights
• The DTS indicator lights when
playing DTS sources.
w When you would like to play back with the “Dolby Digital
EX” mode, set AFDM to “OFF” and select “MTRX ON” lights
with “SB CH OUT”. lights
Press the SURROUND BACK button.
Lights when the Surround Back CH
is on.
lights


parameter.

setting.

• When “Default” is selected and the CURSOR F button is

pressed, “CINEMA EQ.” and “D.COMP.” are automatically
turned off, “LFE” is reset, and “TONE” is set to the default
value.
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Basic Operation
2 Surround parameters e 2 Dialogue Normalization
The dialogue normalization function is activated
CINEMA EQ. (Cinema Equalizer): automatically when playing Dolby Digital program sources.
The Cinema EQ function gently decreases the level of the Dialogue normalization is a basic function of Dolby Digital
extreme high frequencies, compensating for overly-bright which automatically normalizes the dialog level (standard
sounding motion picture soundtracks. Select this function if level) of the signals which are recorded at different levels
the sound from the front speakers is too bright. for different program sources, such as DVD, DTV and other
This function only works in the Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby future formats that will use Dolby Digital.
Pro Logic, Dolby Digital, DTS Surround, DTS NEO:6 and When this function is activated, the following message
WIDE SCREEN modes. appears on the main unit’s display:
D.COMP. (Dynamic Range Compression): Display
Motion picture soundtracks have tremendous dynamic
range (the contrast between very soft and very loud
Dial.Norm
sounds). For listening late at night, or whenever the Offset -4dB
maximum sound level is lower than usual, the Dynamic
Range Compression allows you to hear all of the sounds in The number indicates the normalization level when the
the soundtrack (but with reduced dynamic range). (This currently playing program is normalized to the standard
only works when playing program sources recorded in level.
Dolby Digital or DTS.) Select one of the four parameters
(“OFF”, “LOW”, “MID” (middle) or “HI” (high)). Set to
OFF for normal listening.
This parameter is displayed only when playing compatible
sources in DTS mode.
LFE (Low Frequency Effect):
This sets the level of the LFE (Low Frequency Effect)
sounds included in the source when playing program
sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS.
Program source and adjustment range:
1. Dolby Digital: –10 dB to 0 dB
2. DTS Surround: –10 dB to 0 dB
When DTS encoded movie software is played, it is
recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to 0 dB for
correct DTS playback.
When DTS encoded music software is played, it is
recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to –10 dB for
correct DTS playback.
TONE:
This adjusts the tone control ( page 63).
This can be set individually for the separate surround mode
other than PURE DIRECT, DIRECT and Home THX Cinema
mode.
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Basic Operation
SURROUND SURROUND
STANDARD PARAMETER
STANDARD
CURSOR F CURSOR G
SURROUND
PARAMETER
CURSOR F CURSOR G
Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode

• To play in the PLIIx mode, set “Sp.Back” at the Speaker
play mode.
Configuration setting to “1spkr” or “2spkrs”.
When the “SB CH OUT” parameter is set to “ON”.
• To play in the PLIIx mode, set “Surround Back” at the Power
(Set “SP.Back” at the System Setup to “1spkr” or
Amp Assign setting.
“2spkrs”).
Display
1 Press the STANDARD button to select the

“Dolby Pro Logic IIx” mode.
• The Dolby Pro Logic indicator
*Surr
MODE:
Parameter
PL x C
(Pro Logic IIx Cinema
mode)
lights.
(Pro Logic IIx Music
The mode switches as shown lights *Surr Parameter
mode)
below each time the STANDARD MODE: PL x M
button is pressed.
(Pro Logic IIx Game
DOLBY PLIIx DTS NEO:6 *Surr Parameter
mode)
MODE: PL x G

mark.
When the “SB CH OUT” parameter is set to “OFF”.
(Set “SP.Back” at the System Setup to “None”).
For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the Display
respective components.
(Pro Logic II Cinema
*Surr Parameter
mode)
3 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button. MODE: PL C

*Surr Parameter (Pro Logic II Music mode)
MODE: PL M
*Surr Parameter (Pro Logic II Game mode)

MODE: PL G
*Surr Parameter (Dolby Pro Logic mode)

MODE: DOLBY PL
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Basic Operation
SURROUND SURROUND
STANDARD ENTER PARAMETER
STANDARD
ENTER
CURSOR
SURROUND
PARAMETER
CURSOR

various surround parameters. • There are four Dolby Surround Pro Logic modes (NORMAL,
PHANTOM, WIDE and 3 STEREO). The AVR-4806 sets the
Example: DOLBY PLIIx music mode screen mode automatically according to the types of speakers set
during the system setup process ( page 113, 114).
2 Surround parameters r
Pro Logic IIx and Pro Logic II Mode:
Select one of the modes (“Cinema”, “Music”, “Pro Logic”
or “Game”).
The Cinema mode is for use with stereo television shows
and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround.
When set with the on screen display using the remote The Music mode is recommended for stereo music and
control unit while in the MUSIC mode, set the “ ” surround-encoded stereo music sources.
mark to “OPTIONS 0” pressing the CURSOR D or H The Pro Logic mode emulates Dolby Laboratories’ original
button, then press the CURSOR F button. Dolby Pro Logic surround decoding, and may provide better
Press the ENTER button to return to the previous results with older, legacy surround-encoded program
screen. material.
The Game mode is optimized for computer and/or
6 Press the CURSOR F or G button to adjust the

parameters setting.
dedicated game box consoles, that feature stereo analog or
digital outputs. It can only be used with 2-channel stereo
sources.
DEFAULT setting: PANORAMA:
Press the CURSOR F button to select “Default This mode extends the front stereo image to include the
Yes 0”, then parameters set to default setting. surround speakers for an exciting “wraparound” effect
with side wall imaging.
Select “OFF” or “ON”.
DIMENSION:
This control gradually adjust the soundfield either towards
the front or towards the rear.
The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6.
CENTER WIDTH:
This control adjust the center image so it may be heard only
from the center speaker; only from the left/right speakers

as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to
varying degrees.
The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7.
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Basic Operation
DTS NEO:6 mode
• When “Default” is selected and the CURSOR F button is
• Surround playback can be performed for the analog input and pressed, “MODE” and “TONE” are automatically reset to
digital input 2-channel signals. the default values and “CINEMA EQ.” is set to “OFF”.
• When playing PCM digital signals or analog signals in the
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II, DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx, DTS NEO:6
1 Press the STANDARD button to select the
“DTS NEO:6” mode.
• The DTS NEO:6 indicator lights.
modes and the input signal switches to a digital signal
encoded in Dolby Digital, the Dolby Surround mode switches
automatically. When the input signal switches to a DTS
signal, the mode automatically switches to DTS surround.
The mode switches as shown
below each time the STANDARD
button is pressed.
lights 2 Surround parameters t
DOLBY PLIIx DTS NEO:6
DTS NEO:6 Mode:
• Cinema:
2 Play a program source.

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

with 6.1-channel sources.
This mode is effective for playing sources recorded in
conventional surround formats as well, because the in-phase
component is assigned mainly to the center channel (C) and
the reversed phase component to the surround (SL, SR and
SB channels).
• Music:
This mode is suited mainly for playing music. The front
channel (FL and FR) signals bypass the decoder and are
played directly so there is no loss of sound quality, and the
effect of the surround signals output from the center (C) and

play mode.
surround (SL, SR and SB) channels add a natural sense of
expansion to the sound field.
CENTER IMAGE (0.0 to 1.0: default 0.3):
The center image parameter for adjusting the expansion of
the center channel in the DTS NEO:6 MUSIC mode has been
added.

various surround parameters.

parameters setting.

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Basic Operation
SURROUND SURROUND
ENTER PARAMETER
USER MODE
ENTER
CURSOR
SURROUND
PARAMETER
PHONES CURSOR USER MODE
The Dolby Headphone 2 Parameters

MODE:
• The Dolby Headphone mode is set when headphones are • DH1:
connected to the PHONES jack while in the DOLBY/DTS Reference room (small room with weak reverberations).
SURROUND mode. • DH2:
Live room (room with a bit stronger reverberations than
DH1).
• DH3:
Large room (larger room than DH1, offers a sense of
distance and sound diffusion effects).
• BYPASS:
Stereo sound.
DECODER:
Select this when playing analog, PCM or other 2-channel
sources.
The signals are converted into multichannel signals using
the decoders shown below and played in the Dolby
Headphone mode.
parameter. • PLII C:
Dolby Pro Logic II Cinema mode.
• PLII M

setting.
Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode.
• NEO:6 C:
DTS NEO:6 Cinema mode.

• NEO:6 M:
DTS NEO:6 Music mode.
• OFF:
The signals are played in the Dolby Headphone mode as
such (2 channels).
– Recording –
When RECOUT mode is set to “SOURCE”, with this
amplifier signals encoded in the Dolby Headphone mode
can be output from the recording output terminals and
recorded on another recorder ( page 85).
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Basic Operation
Memory and call-out functions

(USER MODE function)
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with a function for storing the

selected input source, the auto surround mode and input
mode in the memory and selecting these settings when you
want to use them.
• Three patterns of settings can be stored in the memory
pressing the USER MODE buttons.
2 Storing the settings in the memory
1 The following are stored in the memory:

q Currently set input source
w Currently set auto surround mode
e Currently set input mode
2 Press and hold the USER MODE button at

which you want to store the settings.
In this case, press the button and hold it in until the

indicator of the selected USER MODE button lights.
2 Calling the settings out
Press the USER MODE button at which the settings

you want to call out are stored.
• The indicator for the selected USER MODE button lights.
The indicator turns off if you perform any operations that

change the settings stored at the USER MODE buttons.
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Basic Operation
DENON original surround modes
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with a high performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which uses digital signal processing to
synthetically recreate the sound field. One of nine preset surround modes can be selected according to the program source and
the parameters can be adjusted according to the conditions in the listening room to achieve a more realistic, powerful sound.
Surround modes and their features
Select this to achieve an atmosphere like that of a movie theater with a large screen. In this mode,
all signal sources are played in the 7.1-channel mode, including Dolby Surround and Dolby Digital 5.1-
1 WIDE SCREEN channel sources. Effects simulating the multi surround speakers of movie theaters are added to the
surround channels.
SUPER Select this when watching baseball or soccer programs to achieve a sound as if you were actually at
2
STADIUM the stadium. This mode provides the longest reverberation signals.
Use this mode to achieve the feeling of a live concert in an arena with reflected sounds coming from
3 ROCK ARENA all directions.
This mode creates the sound field of a live house with a low ceiling and hard walls. This mode gives
4 JAZZ CLUB jazz a very vivid realism.
5 CLASSIC Select this for the sound of a concert hall rich in reverberations.
CONCERT
6 MONO MOVIE Select this when watching monaural movies for a greater sense of expansion.
(NOTE)
7 VIDEO GAME Use this to enjoy video game sources.
Select this to emphasize the sense of expansion for music sources recorded in stereo. Signals
8 MATRIX consisting of the difference component of the input signals (the component that provides the sense
of expansion) processed for delay are output from the surround channel.
The front left channel signals are output to the surround and surround back signal left channels, the
front right channel signals are output to the surround and surround back signal right channels, and the
9 7CH STEREO in-phase component of the left and right channels is output to the center channel. Use this mode to
enjoy stereo sound.
Depending on the program source being played, the effect may not be very noticeable.
In this case, try other surround modes, without worrying about their names, to create a sound field suited to your tastes.
NOTE: When playing sources recorded in monaural, the sound will be one-sided if signals are only input to one channel (left
or right), so input signals to both channels. If you have a source component with only one audio output (monophonic
camcorder, etc.) obtain a “Y” adaptor cable to split the mono output to two outputs, and connect to the L and R inputs.
2 Personal Memory Plus

This set is equipped with a personal memorize function that automatically memorizes the surround modes and input modes
selected for the input different sources. When the input source is switched, the modes set for that source last time it was
used are automatically recalled.
The surround parameters, tone control settings and playback level balance for the different output channels are memorized for
each surround mode.
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Basic Operation
SURROUND SURROUND
7CH STEREO ENTER PARAMETER
DSP SIMULATION 9CH (7CH STEREO)

ENTER
CURSOR
SURROUND
PARAMETER
DSP SIMULATION CURSOR
DSP surround simulation

various surround parameters.
1 Select the surround mode for each input

channel.
parameters setting.
Example: DSP surround simulation mode

(Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)
Example: 7CH STEREO mode

• The “7CH STEREO” display changes as shown below
according to the surround back speaker setting.
SURROUND BACK SPEAKER DISPLAY

(Remote control unit) (Remote control unit) ON 7CH STEREO
The surround mode switches in the following order OFF 5CH STEREO
each time the DSP SIMULATION button is pressed: • When “Default” is selected and the CURSOR F button is
WIDE SCREEN SUPER STADIUM ROCK ARENA pressed, “CINEMA EQ.” and “D.COMP.” are automatically
turned off, “ROOM SIZE” is set to “medium”, “EFFECT
MATRIX JAZZ CLUB LEVEL” to “10”, “DELAY TIME” to “30 ms” and “LFE” to
“0 dB”.
VIDEO GAME MONO MOVIE CLASSIC CONCERT • The “ROOM SIZE” expresses the expansion effect for the
different surround modes in terms of the size of the sound

• Display the surround parameter menu.
field, not the actual size of the listening room.
The screen for the selected surround mode appears.
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Basic Operation
SURROUND
ENTER PARAMETER
ENTER
CURSOR
SURROUND
PARAMETER
CURSOR TONE DEFEAT
2 Surround parameters y EFFECT LEVEL:

This sets the strength of the surround effect.
EFFECT: The level can be set in 15 steps from 1 to 15. Lower the
This parameter turns the effect signals with multi surround level if the sound seems distorted.
mode speaker effects on and off in the WIDE SCREEN
mode. When this parameter is turned off, the SBL and SBR DELAY TIME:
channel signals are equivalent to the SL and SR channels, In the matrix mode only, the delay time can be set within
respectively. the range of 0 to 300 ms.
LEVEL: SW ATT:
This parameter sets the strength of the effect signals in the This is the parameter for reducing the level of the subwoofer
WIDE SCREEN mode. It can be set in 15 steps, from “1” channel when playing in the EXT. IN input mode. Depending
to “15”. Set this to a low level if the positioning or phase on the player you are using, the dubwoofer channel’s
of the surround signals sounds unnatural. playback level may seem too high. If so, set “SW ATT” to
“ON”.
SB CH OUT:
For DENON players, use with the default settings (“OFF”).
• ON:
Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker. Subwoofer ON/OFF:
• OFF: The subwoofer output can be controlled directly.
Playback is conducted without using the surround back
speaker.
NOTE:
This operation can be performed directly pressing the
SURROUND BACK button on the main unit’s panel.
ROOM SIZE:
This sets the size of the sound field.
There are five settings: “small”, “med.s” (medium-small),
“medium”, “med.l” (medium-large) and “large”. “small”
recreates a small sound field, “large” a large sound field.
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Basic Operation
Tone control setting
• Use the tone control setting to adjust the bass and treble as
“Bass” or “Treble”.
desired.
• The tone control function will not work in the PURE DIRECT,
DIRECT or Home THX Cinema mode.
6 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the
level.
To increase the bass or treble:

The bass or treble sound can be increased to up to +6
2 Adjusting the tone dB in steps of 1 dB.
To decrease the bass or treble:
The bass or treble sound can be decreased up to –6 dB
• Display the surround parameter menu.
in steps of 1 dB.

• The surround parameter menu screen re-appears.

The screen selected surround mode appears. 2 Tone defeat mode

• If you do not want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn

“TONE”.
on the tone defeat mode.
Press the TONE DEFEAT button to turn on the

“Tone Defeat” mode.
The signals do not pass through the bass and treble

adjustment circuits, providing higher quality sound.

• Switch to the “Tone Control” screen.
4 Press the CURSOR G button to select the “Tone

Defeat OFF”.
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Basic Operation
TUNER
FUNCTION ENTER NUMBER / SOURCE

SYSTEM CALL
FUNCTION
TUNING
ENTER
CURSOR
CURSOR
BAND MODE
Channel Level Fader function
• You can adjust the channel level either according to the • This function makes it possible to lower the volume of the
playback sources or to suit your tastes, as described below. front channels (FL, C and FR) or the rear channels (SL, SR,
SBL and SBR) together. Use it for example to adjust the
balance of the sound from each position when multi-channel

• Display the “Channel Vol.” screen.
music sources are played.

• Display the “Channel Vol.” screen.
2 Press the CURSOR D , H or ENTER button then

select “Fader”.
Channels which is not used are not displayed.
2 Press the CURSOR D, H or ENTER button to

select the speaker.
The channel switches as shown below each time the

ENTER button is pressed. The channel switches in the order shown below each
time the ENTER button is pressed.
FL C FR SW SR
FL C FR SW SR
FADER SL SBL SBR
FADER SL SBL SBR

level.
The adjustment range for the different channels is +12

dB to –12 dB in step of 0.5 dB.
The sound from the subwoofer can be completely cut
by lowering the SW (subwoofer) setting one additional
from –12 dB (setting it to “OFF”).
• When the surround back speaker setting is set to “1spkr”

for “Speaker Configuration” ( page 113, 114), this is set
to “SB”.
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3 Press the CURSOR F button to reduce the

volume of the front channels, the CURSOR G
button to reduce the volume of the rear
• The channel whose channel level is adjusted lowest can be
faded to –12 dB using the fader function.
• If the channel levels are adjusted separately after adjusting
channels.
the fader, the fader adjustment values are cleared, so adjust
the fader again.
Example: When “FRONT” is selected
The fader function does not affect the subwoofer

channel.
Listening to the Radio
• Check that the remote control unit is set to AMP or TUNER.
Auto tuning Manual tuning
1 Set the input source to “TUNER”.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit) (Main unit) (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)
2 Press the TUNER button to

select the TUNER mode. 2 Press the TUNER button to
select the TUNER mode.
(Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)
3 Watching the display, press the BAND button

to select the desired band (AM or FM). 3 Watching the display, press the BAND button
to select the desired band (AM or FM).
4 Press the MODE button to set the auto tuning

mode.
• “Auto” appears on the display.
4 Press the MODE button to set the manual tuning
mode.
Check that the display’s “AUTO” indicator turns off.
5 Press the TUNING button.

• Automatic searching begins, then stops when a
station is tuned in. 5 Press the TUNING button to tune in the desired
station.
The frequency changes continuously when the button

is held in.
• If tuning does not stop at the desired station, use to the
“Manual tuning” operation.
• When in the auto tuning mode on the FM band, the

“STEREO” indicator lights on the display when a stereo
broadcast is tuned in. At open frequencies, the noise is
muted and the “TUNED” and “STEREO” indicators turn off.
• When the manual tuning mode is set, FM stereo broadcasts
are received in monaural and the “STEREO” indicator turns
off.
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Basic Operation
TUNER
FUNCTION SOURCE
FUNCTION
CHANNEL
ON SCREEN
TUNING PRESET
RDS
MEMORY
SHIFT MEMORY
BLOCK
Preset memory Checking the preset stations
• The preset (broadcast) stations can be checked on the on
1 Use the “Auto tuning” or “Manual tuning”

operation to tune in the station to be preset in
the memory.
screen display.
Press the ON SCREEN button repeatedly until the

“Tuner Preset Stations” screen appears on the
2 Press the TUNER button to
select the TUNER mode. OSD.
(Remote control unit)
3 Press the MEMORY button.
4 Press the MEMORY BLOCK (A to G) button.

The memory block can also be selected by pressing
the SHIFT button.
Recalling preset stations
5 Press the CHANNEL button to select the

desired preset channel (1 to 8). 2 Recalling preset stations from the remote
control unit
6 Press the MEMORY button again.

• Store the station in the preset memory.
• Preset stations can be chosen directly preset channel and
channel range button ( page 72).
• To preset other channels, repeat steps 2 to 5.

1 Select the MEMORY BLOCK (A to G).
A total of 56 broadcast stations can be preset — 8 stations

(channels 1 to 8) in each of blocks A to G.
2 Watching the display, press the CHANNEL
button to select the desired preset channel.
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Basic Operation
2 Recalling preset stations from the main unit’s RDS search
panel
• Use this function to automatically tune to FM stations that
provide RDS service.
1 Press the TUNING PRESET button.
2 Turn the FUNCTION knob and select the

desired preset channel.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)
RDS (Radio Data System)
• RDS (works only on the FM band) is a broadcasting service

2 Press the RDS button until “RDS SEARCH”
appears on the display.
which allows station to send additional information along
with the regular radio program signal.
• The following three types of RDS information can be
received on this unit:
2 Program Type (PTY)

• PTY identifies the type of RDS program.
• The program types and their displays are as follows: The main unit’s display switches as follows each time
the RDS button is pressed.
A1 AM 87.50MHz
Display
PTY NEWS
RDS SEARCH PTY SEARCH
NEWS News NOSTALGA Nostalgia RT ON TP SEARCH
INFORM Information JAZZ Jazz
SPORTS
TALK
Sports
Talk
CLASSICL
R&B
Classical
R&B
3 Press the CHANNEL button.
• Automatically begin the RDS search operation.
ROCK Rock SOFT R&B Soft R&B

CLS ROCK Classic rock LANGUAGE Language
ADLT HIT Adult hits REL MUSC Religious music
SOFT RCK Soft rock REL TALK Religious talk
TOP 40 Top 40 PERSNLTY Personality
COUNTRY Country PUBLIC Public
OLDIES Oldies COLLEGE College If no RDS stations is found with above operation, all
SOFT Soft WEATHER Weather the reception band are searched.
When a broadcast station is found, that station’s name
2 Traffic Program (TP)
• TP identifies programs that carry traffic announcements.
• This allows you to easily find out the latest traffic conditions
in your area before you leaving home.
4 To continue searching, repeat step 3.
If no other RDS station is found when all the

frequencies are searched, “NO RDS” is displayed.
2 Radio Text (RT)

• RT allows the RDS station to send text messages that
appear on the display.
NOTE:
• The operations described below pressing the RDS button
will not function in areas in which there are no RDS
broadcasts.
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Basic Operation
SOURCE
FUNCTION CURSOR F CURSOR G
FUNCTION
CHANNEL CURSOR G
CURSOR F
RDS
PTY search
• Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a

• Automatically begin the PTY search operation.
designated program type (PTY).

• For a description of each program type, refer to “Program
Type (PTY)”.
If there is no station broadcasting the designated

program type with above operation, all the reception
(Main unit) (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit) bands are searched.
The station name is displayed on the display after
2 Press the RDS button until “PTY SEARCH”

searching stops.
The main unit’s display switches as follows each time

If no other station broadcasting the designated

program type is found when all the frequencies are
Display
searched, “NO PROGRAMME” is displayed.
RT ON TP SEARCH
3 Watching the display, press the CURSOR F or

G button to call out the desired program type.
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Basic Operation
TP search RT (Radio Text)
• Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting traffic • “RT” appears on the display when radio text data is
program (TP stations). received.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit) (Main unit) (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)
2 Press the RDS button until “TP SEARCH”

appears on the display. 2 Press the RDS button until “RT ON” appears
on the display.
The main unit’s display switches as follows each time

Display
RT ON TP SEARCH
While receiving an RDS broadcast station, the text

The main unit’s display switches as follows each time data broadcast from the station is displayed.
the RDS button is pressed. To turn the display off, press the CURSOR F or G
Display button.
If no text data is being broadcast, “NO TEXT DATA” is
RDS SEARCH PTY SEARCH displayed.
RT ON TP SEARCH

• Automatically begin the TP search operation.
If no TP station is found with above operation, all the

reception bands are searched.
The station name is displayed on the display after
searching stops.
If no other TP station is found when all the frequencies

are searched, “NO PROGRAMME” is displayed.
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Advanced Operation
Remote control unit
2 Operate the audio component.
For details, refer to the component’s operating

MODE SELECTOR instructions.
It may not be possible to operate some models.
3 2 SOURCE MENU
• Operate the source.
Operating DENON audio components
1 Press the MODE SELECTOR buttons to select

the component you want to operate.
The function switches as shown below each time one

of the MODE SELECTOR buttons is pressed. 2 SURROUND MENU
AMP/Z2 : AMP, ZONE2 • Operate the Surround mode.
Z3/Z4 : ZONE3, ZONE4
TUN/D-TU : TUNER, D-TUNER*
CD/CDR : CD, CDR
TV/DBS : TV, DBS
VCR1/VCR2 : VCR1,VCR2
VDP : VDP
DVD/DVDR : DVD, DVDR
(* : This mode is for future use.)
Example:
Select “AMP” mode. Select “ZONE2” mode.
2 NUMBER / SYSTEM CALL MENU
• Operate the “Number” or “System call” mode.
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Advanced Operation
1. CD player (CD) system buttons 2. MD recorder (MD), CD recorder (CDR),

Tape deck (TAPE) system buttons
6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse)
2 : Stop 2 : Stop
1 : Play 1 : Play
8, 9 : Auto search (to beginning of track) 8, 9 : Auto search (to beginning of track)
3 : Pause 3 : Pause
0 ~ 9, +10 : Number 0 ~ 9, +10 : Number
The preset codes of an MD or tape player can be

recorded in the CDR mode so that the MD or tape
player can be operated ( page 72, 73).
It is only possible to set the preset memory for one
player (CDR, MD or TAPE).
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Advanced Operation
3. Tuner system buttons OFF ON
MODE SELECTOR
NUMBER
ENTER
Preset memory
• The included remote control unit can be used to operate

devices of different brands by registering the preset number
corresponding to the brand of your device.
For some models the remote control unit or the device may
not operate properly. In this case, use the learning function
( page 76) to store your device’s remote control signals
in the included remote control unit.
For instructions on resetting the preset memory ( page
78).
1 Press the ON and OFF button at the same time.
•, ª
BAND
:
:
Tuning up/down
Switch between AM and FM bands 2 Press the 1 button to select preset memory.
2 Setup List
MODE : Switch between AUTO and MANUAL
MEM : Preset memory 1 : Preset memory
SFT : Switch preset channel range 2 : Learning setup
CH +, – : Preset channel up/down 3 : System call
A~G : Preset channel range 4 : Punch through
1~8 : Preset channel 5 : Light setup
RDS : RDS search 6 : Reset
3 Press the MODE SELECTOR button for the

component you want to preset, then press the
ENTER button.
Presetting is not possible for the AMP, ZONE2,
ZONE3, ZONE4, TUNER and D-TUNER modes.
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Operating a component stored in the

4 Referring to the included List of Preset Codes,
press the NUMBER to input the preset code (a
4-digit number) for the manufacturer of the
preset memory
component whose signals you want to store in

the memory.
• “OK” is displayed when the signals are registered
component you want to operate.
and the mode is terminated.
“FAIL” is displayed when the signals are not

registered, repeat steps 1 to 4.
2 Operate the component.
For details, refer to the component’s operating
instructions.
Some models cannot be operated with this remote
5 To store the codes of another component in the

memory, repeat steps 1 to 5.
control unit.
NOTE:
• Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this • For the DVD player remote control buttons, function names
function cannot be used for some models, even if the may differ according to manufacturer. Compare with the
your device is listed on the included list of preset codes. remote control operation of the various components.
• Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote
control code. Refer to the included list of preset codes to
change the number and check it out.
2 The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the

factory and after resetting:
• TV, VCR1 ...........................................HITACHI
• CD, CDR, VDP, DVD, DVDR ..............DENON
• VCR2, DBS ........................................SONY
0000
DVD preset codes 0517
(default)
DENON Model No. DVD-555 DVD-800
DVD-755 DVD-1600
DVD-900 DVD-2000
DVD-910 DVD-2500
DVD-955 DVD-3000
DVD-1000 DVD-3300
DVD-1200
DVD-1500
DVD-1710
DVD-1910
DVD-2200
DVD-2800
DVD-2800II
DVD-2900
DVD-2910
DVD-3800
DVD-3910
DVD-5900
DVD-5910
DVD-9000
DVM-715
DVM-1800
DVM-1805
DVM-1815
DVM-2815
DVM-4800
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Advanced Operation
1. DVD player (DVD), DVD recorder (DVD R) 2. Video disc player (VDP) system buttons
system buttons
RC-995 RC-995
SRC ON : Power on SRC ON : Power on/Standby

OFF : Power off (DENON DVD only) 6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse)
6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 2 : Stop
2 : Stop 1 : Play
1 : Play 8, 9 : Auto search (cue)
8, 9 : Auto search (to beginning of track) 3 : Pause
3 : Pause 0 ~ 9, +10 : Number
SETUP : Setup
TOP : Top menu
MENU : Menu
RTN : Return
c, d, b, a : Cursor up, down, left and right
ENTER : Enter
AUD : Switch the audio language
DISP : Display
SUB : Switch the subtitle
AGL : Switch the angle
0 ~ 9, +10 : Number
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3. Video deck (VCR-1/VCR-2) system buttons 4. Monitor TV (TV),digital broadcast satellite

(DBS) tuner and cable (CABLE) system
buttons
RC-995 RC-995
SRC ON : Power on / Standby SRC ON : Power on / Standby

6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) SETUP : Setup
2 : Stop TOP : Top menu
1 : Play MENU : Menu
3 : Pause RTN : Return
0 ~ 9, +10 : Number c, d, b, a : Cursor up, down, left and right
ENTER : Enter
DISP : Switch display
CH +, – : Switch channels +, –
0 ~ 9, +10 : Number
TV/VCR : Switch between TV and video player
•, ª : Volume up/down
The preset codes of cable box decoder can be

recorded in the DBS mode so that the cable device can
be operated ( page 72, 73).
It is only possible to set the preset memory for either
the DBS or cable device.
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Advanced Operation
OFF ON
5 Point the remote control units directly at each
other and press and hold in the button on the
other remote control unit which you want to
MODE SELECTOR “learn”.
• “OK” appears on the remote control unit’s display
SYSTEM CALL and learning is completed.
NUMBER
Other remote
control unit
ENTER
( )
Other keys can be “learned” by repeating steps 5.

“FAIL” appears on the remote control unit’s display,
repeating steps 4 and 5.
The mode can be switched by pressing a MODE
SELECTOR button.
Learning function The buttons that allow learning display reappears and
the learning standby mode is set.
• If an AV component is not a DENON product, or if it cannot
be operated via codes provided in the AVR-4806 remote
control's internal preset memory, or if its codes cannot be
successfully learned by the AVR-4806 remote control, then • To cancel the learning mode, press the ON and OFF button
you should use the remote control that was supplied with simultaneously again.
that AV component to operate the component.
2 Press the 2 button to select Learning setup.

component you want to learned, then press the
ENTER button.
• Buttons that allow learning will light.
Learning is not possible for the AMP, ZONE2, ZONE3

and ZONE4 modes.
4 Press the button that you wish to be learned.

• The display will go off and the unit will enter the
learning standby mode.
To cancel, press the ON and OFF button simultaneously.
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Advanced Operation
System call
• If you exceed the number of signals that can be registered,
• The accessorius remote control unit is equipped with there will be a changeover to the system call registration
“system call” function allowing a series of remote control screen.
signals to be transmitted by pressing a single button.
This function can be used for example to turn on the
NOTE:
amplifier’s power, select the input source, turn on the
• The remote control signals of the buttons pressed while
monitor TV’s power, turn on the source component’s power
registering the system call signals are emitted, so be
and set the source to the play mode, all at the touch of a
careful not to operate the components accidentally (cover
single button.
the remote sensors, for example).
2 System call buttons

• Up to 12 signals each can be stored at the SYSTEM CALL 1 2 Using the system call function
~ 6 buttons.
• The System Call function can be used in the AMP, ZONE2,
ZONE3 and ZONE4 modes. Press the button at which the system call signals
have been stored.
• The stored signals are transmitted successively.
2 Storing system call signals

Punch Through
• Buttons used in the CD, CDR, DVD, DVDR, VDP, VCR1 and
2 Press the 3 button to select system call setting.
VCR2 modes can be assigned to the buttons which are not
normally used in the AMP, ZONE2, ZONE3, ZONE4, TV and
DBS modes.

component you want to register at the
SYSTEM CALL button, then press the ENTER
For example, when the CD mode is set to the punch
through mode in the AMP mode, the CD mode’s PLAY,
STOP, MANUAL SEARCH, AUTO SEARCH and PAUSE
button. buttons’ signals are sent in the AMP mode. — ( )
4 Press the button you want to register.
The mode can be switched by pressing a MODE

SELECTOR button.
2 Press the 4 button to select punch through

setting.
5 Repeat steps 4 to register the desired buttons.
Up to 12 signals each can be stored at the SYSTEM
CALL 1 ~ 6. 3 Press the MODE SELECTOR button for the
component you want to make the punch
through setting, then press the ENTER button.
6 Press the ENTER button after the button
registration is completed.
• There will be a changeover to the system call
registration screen.
component you want to punch through, then
press the ENTER button.
• The punch through is set and the set returns to the
7 Press buttons from SYSTEM CALL 1 to 6 to
register the system call.
• “OK” is displayed and the set returns to the normal
normal operating mode.
operating mode.
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Advanced Operation
OFF ON Resetting
2 Resetting the preset memory

MODE SELECTOR
NUMBER 1 Press the ON and OFF button at the same time.
2 Press the 6 button to select resetting.
CHANNEL ENTER
3 Press the 1 button to resetting the preset
memory.
Setting the back light’s lighting time 2 Resetting List

1 : Resetting the preset memory
2 : Resetting the “Learned” buttons
1 Press the ON and OFF button at the same time. 3

4
+10
:
:
:
Resetting the system call
Resetting the punch through setting
All reset function (factory default)
2 Press the 5 button to select Light setup.

• The MODE SELECTOR buttons that were set in preset
memory will all light.
3 Press the button you want to adjust the

lighting time (5 sec ~ 20 sec). 4 Press the MODE SELECTOR button you want to
resetting, then press the ENTER button.
• The set returns to the normal operating mode.
2 Lighting time
1 : 5 sec
2 : 10 sec (factory default)
3 : 15 sec 2 Resetting the learned buttons
4 : 20 sec
Setting the brightness
• The brightness of the display can be adjusted in 3 levels.

2 For 1 brightness step increase

3 Press the 2 button to resetting the learned
buttons.
• The MODE SELECTOR buttons will all light.
Hold the ENTER button and press the CHANNEL +

button. 4 Press the MODE SELECTOR button you want to
2 For 1 brightness step decrease
Hold the ENTER button and press the CHANNEL –

button.
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Advanced Operation
2 Resetting the system call buttons 2 All reset function


3 Press the 3 button to resetting the system call

buttons.
• All buttons of system call will light.
3 Press the +10 button.
• Clear the entire system memory, which will restore
the remote control unit to the factory default
settings. This operation will take approximately 20
seconds.
4 Press the MODE SELECTOR button you want to
Only use this if you wish to clear all customized
settings and memories and restore the unit to its out-
of-the-box factory default settings.
2 Resetting the punch through setting
3 Press the 4 button to resetting the punch

through setting.
• All punched through mode buttons will light.
4 Press the MODE SELECTOR button you want to

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Advanced Operation
Multi zone music entertainment system
• When the outputs of the “ZONE2 (ZONE3)” OUT terminals are wired and connected to power amplifiers installed in other
rooms, different sources can be played in rooms other than the MAIN ZONE in which this unit and the playback devices are
installed. (Refer to ZONE2 (ZONE3) on the diagram below.)
• Settings can be made at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup Menu” so that the same source as the ZONE2 (ZONE3)
pre-out terminals can be played from the speakers connected to the ZONE2 (ZONE3) speaker terminals ( page 106, 107).
• When a sold separately room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the
MAIN ZONE and ZONE2 (ZONE3), the remote-controllable devices in the MAIN ZONE can be controlled from ZONE2 (ZONE3)
using the remote control unit.
To control playback devices other than the ones above, either use that device’s remote control unit or preset a separately sold
programmable remote control unit.
• For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’ operating instructions.
Multi-zone playback using the ZONE2 and ZONE3 PREOUT terminals
2 When using the power amplifier as the MAIN ZONE output

• The AVR-4806 is equipped with pre-out terminals for which the volume is adjustable and video output terminals (composite
and S-Video) as the ZONE2/ZONE3 output terminals.
• When using just one speaker in ZONE2 (ZONE3), select “Mono” at “Channel Setup” in the “System Setup Menu” ( page
105). The sound in ZONE2 (ZONE3) is monaural. In this case, the ZONE2 (ZONE3) monaural output is output from both the
left and right channels of the ZONE2 (ZONE3) PREOUT connectors, so connect to either one.
[System configuration and connections example]

Using external amplifier.
MAIN ZONE 7.1-channel system ZONE 2 ZONE 3

Monitor ZONE3 VIDEO OUT Monitor Monitor
ZONE2
VIDEO OUT
FL FR
C Power Power
Amplifer RC-617 RC-617 Amplifer
SW
DVD player AVR-4806
B B
Input
PROGRAMMABLE
ZONE2 AUDIO OUT REMOTE CONTROL UNIT PROGRAMMABLE
(VARIABLE OUT) REMOTE
SL SR CONTROL UNIT
RC-616
SB SB
L R
SYSTEM REMOTE ZONE3 AUDIO OUT (VARIABLE OUT)

CONTROL UNIT RC-955
: MULTI SOURCE VIDEO signal cable

: MULTI SOURCE AUDIO signal cable
: ROOM-TO-ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM
(separately sold) control line
Refer to “Connections” ( page 39).
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Advanced Operation
Multi-zone playback using the SPEAKER terminals
2 When using the power amplifier as the ZONE2/ZONE3 output

• When the power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 or ZONE3 output channel at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup
Menu”, the MAIN ZONE speaker terminals can be used as the ZONE2 or ZONE3 speaker out terminals ( page 106, 107).
[System configuration and connections example] [System configuration and connections example]
Using external amplifier as the ZONE2 and using this AVR- Using this AVR-4806 internal amplifier as the ZONE2 and
4806 internal amplifier as the ZONE3. using external amplifier as the ZONE3.
MAIN ZONE 5.1-channel systems MAIN ZONE 5.1-channel systems

Monitor Monitor
FL FR FL FR
C C
AVR-4806 SW AVR-4806 SW
DVD player DVD player
B B
Input Input
SL SR SL SR
RC-616 RC-616
SYSTEM REMOTE SYSTEM REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT RC-995 CONTROL UNIT RC-995
ZONE2 MULTI ZONE MULTI ZONE ZONE3

AUDIO OUT (VARIABLE OUT) SPEAKER OUT SPEAKER OUT AUDIO OUT (VARIABLE OUT)
ZONE3 ZONE3
ZONE2 VIDEO OUT ZONE2 VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
Monitor Monitor Monitor Monitor
RC-617 B
RC-617 RC-617 RC-617

B
Power Amplifier
Power Amplifier
PROGRAMMABLE PROGRAMMABLE PROGRAMMABLE PROGRAMMABLE

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT REMOTE CONTROL UNIT REMOTE CONTROL UNIT REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 2 ZONE 3
: MULTI SOURCE VIDEO signal cable

: MULTI SOURCE AUDIO signal cable
: ROOM-TO-ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM
(separately sold) control line
: SPEAKER cable
Refer to “Connections” ( page 40).
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Advanced Operation
FUNCTION ZONE3/REC SELECT SOURCE OFF SOURCE ON

MODE SELECTOR
FUNCTION
VOLUME
ZONE2 SELECT
MUTING
Outputting a program source to an Outputting a program source to an

amplifier, etc., in a ZONE2 room amplifier, etc., in a ZONE3 room
(ZONE2 SELECT mode) (ZONE3 SELECT mode)
1 Press the ZONE2 SELECT button to display the

“ZONE2 SOURCE” on the display. 1 Press the ZONE3/REC SELECT button to
display the “ZONE3 SOURCE” on the display.
• The MULTI indicator light.
2 Turn the FUNCTION knob to select the source

you want to output appears on the display. The display switches as follows each time the button
is pressed.
3 Start playing the source to be output.

ZONE3 RECOUT
you want to output appears on the display.
3 Start playing the source to be output.

• The signals of the source selected in the ZONE3 mode are

also output from the VCR-1, VCR-2, VCR-3 and CDR/TAPE
recording output terminals.
• Digital signals are not output from the ZONE2 and ZONE3
audio output terminals.
• About the MULTI ZONE connections ( page 80, 81).
• Digital outputs of the OPTICAL2, 3 and 4 OUT normally
switch in association with the ZONE3/REC SELECT mode,
but if “ZONE2 SELECT” is selected at “Digital Out Assign”,
the source switches in association with the “ZONE2
SELECT” mode for the OPTICAL2 OUT digital output
connector ( page 111).
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Advanced Operation
Remote control unit operations during

multi-source playback
1 Select the zone which you want to operate

pressing the MODE SELECTOR buttons.
Example: ZONE2
(Remote control unit)
2 Press the SOURCE ON button to turn on the

zone power.
Press the SOURCE OFF button to turn off the zone

power.
3 Select the input source you wish to output.
4 The volume of the outputs of the different

zones can be adjusted with the VOLUME
button on the remote control unit.
The output level can be controlled only if the zone

volume level is set “variable” at “Volume Control” in
the “System Setup Menu” ( page 108).
DEFAULT VOLUME SETTING
ZONE2 : –40 dB
ZONE3 : –40 dB
The zone volume can be adjusted within the range of
–80 to 18 dB, in steps of 1 dB.
• Press the MUTING button to mute the audio temporarily.

The muting level is same as set with “Volume Control”.
• Cancelling muting mode:
Press the MUTING button again, or press the VOLUME button
on the remote control unit.
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Advanced Operation
Other function
ZONE3/REC SELECT
FUNCTION DIRECT/STEREO
SOURCE SURROUND
FUNCTION SURROUND
MODE
STEREO
DIRECT
SURROUND PHONES INPUT MODE ON SCREEN

MODE
Playing Super Audio CDs with an IEEE1394 When playing DSD signals in the DIRECT or PURE DIRECT
cable mode, the DSD signals are converted into analog signals.
When playing in other surround modes, the DSD signals are
first converted into PCM signals with a sampling frequency
of 88.2 kHz. However, when playing DSD 2-channel signals
1 Select the input source to which IEEE1394 was
assigned at the “IEEE1394 Assign” (
92) in the system setup.
page in the STEREO mode, they are converted into PCM signals
with a sampling frequency of 176.4 kHz. The input signal
and playing status can be checked by pressing the ON
SCREEN button on the remote control unit.
Example: CD
Example: When DSD multi-channel signals are played in
the DIRECT mode
• The IEEE1394 indicator lights.
Lights
Example: When DSD multi-channel signals are played in
2 Select the surround mode.
Example: DIRECT
the ROCK ARENA mode
3 Start playback on the selected component.

• The DSD indicator lights.
Lights
For operating instructions, refer to the component’s

manual.
“DSD DIRECT” is shown on the display when playing
DSD 2-channel signals in the DIRECT mode. “DSD
MULTI DIRECT” is displayed when playing DSD multi-
channel signals in the DIRECT mode (SB CH OUT
“OFF”).
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Advanced Operation
Multi-source recording / playback 2 Recording Dolby Digital and DTS multichannel
sources
• With this set it is possible to record Dolby Digital and DTS
2 Playing one source while recording another
multichannel signals converted into 2-channel analog
(REC OUT mode) signals.
• The recording signals are output to the TAPE and VCR
output terminals.
1 Press the ZONE3/REC SELECT button until
“RECOUT SOURCE” appears on the display.
• The “REC” indicator lights.
• Down-mixed analog signals converted into digital signals
are output from the OPTICAL 2, 3 and 4 digital output
terminals at this time.
DVD
RECOUT SOURCE
1 Press the ZONE3/REC SELECT button until

“RECOUT SOURCE” appears on the display.

you wish to record.
2 Press the INPUT MODE button to set the input
mode according to the source to be played.
3 Set the recording mode.
For operating instructions, refer to the manual of the 3 Press the DIRECT/STEREO button to set the
surround mode.
component on which you want to record.
• The multichannel digital signals are down-mixed and
output to the TAPE and VCR output terminals.
• To cancel, turn the FUNCTION knob and select “SOURCE”.

• Recording sources other than digital inputs selected in the
4 Set the recording mode.
REC OUT mode are also output to the ZONE3 audio/video

output terminals.
• When the REC OUT mode is selected, the ZONE3 button on 2 Dolby Headphone recording
the remote control unit cannot be operated. • When REC OUT mode is set to “SOURCE”, with the AVR-
• When “ZONE2 SELECT” is selected at “Digital Out Assign”, 4806 it is possible to output signals encoded in the Dolby
the source switches in association with the “ZONE2 Headphone mode from the recording output terminal and
SELECT” mode for the OPTICAL2 OUT connector ( record them on a separate recorder.
page 111).
1 The Dolby Headphone play mode is set when

headphones are connected to the PHONES jack
during playback in the DOLBY/DTS surround
mode.
• When this is done, signals encoded in the Dolby
Headphone mode are automatically output from the
recording output terminals (analog and digital) and
can be recorded.
2 Select the parameters and set the desired

mode.
• Start recording.
Refer to the “Dolby Headphone” ( page 58).
NOTE:
• Do not disconnect the headphones during recording.
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Advanced Operation
POWER DIRECT/STEREO Initialization of the Microprocesssor
• In very rare instances, the AVR-4806 internal microprocessor

might lock up, or otherwise cause mis-operation. This might
be caused due to an AC line surge or line spike noise, or by
static electric discharge on or nearby the unit, or to
connected components. If the condition cannot be corrected
by powering off the unit, including disconnection of the
power supply cord for a period of ten minutes and
subsequent re-connection, then the unit may have to be re-
initialized. Doing so will restore the microprocessor to its
original out-of-the-box state, with all custom memories and
PURE DIRECT settings erased, and the original factory default settings
restored. Only use this procedure if you are sure that the
microprocessor requires re-initialization.
Last Function Memory
• This unit is equipped with a last function memory which

stores the input and output setting conditions as they were
immediately before the power is switched off.
1 Switch off the unit using the main unit’s
POWER switch.
This function eliminates the need to perform complicated

resetting when the power is switched on.
• The unit is also equipped with a back-up memory. This
2 Hold the following PURE DIRECT button and
DIRECT/STEREO button, and turn the main
unit’s POWER switch on.
function provides approximately one week of memory
storage from when the main unit’s power switch is off and
with the power supply cord disconnected.
3 Check that the entire display is flashing with
an interval of about 1 second, and release your
fingers from the 2 buttons.
• The microprocessor will be initialized.
• If step 3 does not work, start over from step 1.

• If the microprocessor has been reset, all the settings are
reset to the default values (the values set upon shipment
from the factory).
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Advanced Setup – Part 1
• You can customize a variety of system setup so that it may be fitting for your listening environment.
For the contents of a system memu and the initial setting of this unit ( page 126 ~ 128).
Navigating through the System Setup Menu
• You can change setting using the buttons on the front panel or remote control unit.
CURSOR D
CURSOR F ENTER
AMP
ENTER CURSOR D
CURSORF CURSOR G
SETUP CURSORH CURSOR G CURSOR H
SETUP
[ On screen display ] [ Display ]
1 Press the AMP button on the remote

control unit. 2
2 Press the SETUP button to display

“System Setup Menu”.
Press the CURSOR D or H button to
*System Setup
Audio In Setup
select the menu, then press the ENTER

button.
3
3 Press the ENTER button to enter the
selected menu.
*Audio In Setup
Digital In
4 To change a setting, first select it

pressing the CURSOR D or H button,
and then change the setting pressing
the CURSOR F or G button. 4
5 Press the ENTER button to set the new

settings. *Digital In
CD : COAX1
6 Press the SETUP button to return

“System Setup Menu”, and again to
return the main screen. 6
*System Setup
Exit
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On screen display and front display
• The AVR-4806 is equipped with an intuitive and easy-to-understand on screen display, and is equipped with an alpha-numeric
front panel display tube that can also be used to check and adjust settings. We recommend that you use the on screen display
when you make system adjustments. Some representative front panel and on screen display examples are shown below.
[ On screen display ]
Top menu
[ Front display ]
Top menu
No.
*System Setup Screen title

Auto Set/RoomEQ
Sub-menu title
To select a menu, press the

*System Setup
Speaker Setup
CURSOR D or H button.
Main menu
Main menu
No.
*Audio In Setup Screen title

Digital In
Sub-menu title
*Auto Setup
Press the CURSOR F button
Start to execute.
Currently selected line
Current setting
*Digital In
The settings are changed
CD : COAX1
with the CURSOR F or G
button.
Currently selected line
*Delay Time
Meters : Feet
Select either one pressing

the CURSOR F or G button.
Rename TUNER
Press the CURSOR H button
Rename Clear
to select “Default”.
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Audio Input Setup
• Make the audio-related settings.
Setting the Digital In Assignment
• This setting assigns the digital input terminals of the AVR-

input source, then press the CURSOR F or G
button to select the digital input terminal.
4806 for the different input sources.
Select from among COAX 1 to 3, OPT 1 to 5.

“Audio Input Setup” at the “System Setup
Menu”, then press the ENTER button.
If the same digital input terminal is selected, the
setting for the input source that was previously
assigned switches to “OFF”.
The HDMI input terminal is displayed when it is
• Display the “Audio Input Setup” menu screen.
assigned to the input source at “HDMI/DVI In Assign”
( page 96, 97).
If an input source is assigned to a device connected
with an IEEE1394 cable at “IEEE1394 Assign”, the
digital input connector’s assignment setting switches
to “OFF”.
If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the settings are
automatically reset to the default values.
4 Press the ENTER button to enter the setting.

• The “Audio Input Setup” menu reappears.
“Digital In Assign”, then press the ENTER
button.
• Display the “Digital In Assign” screen.
• The OPTICAL 2, 3 and 4 terminals on the AVR-4806’s rear
panel are equipped with an optical digital output terminal for
recording digital audio signals to a CD recorder, MD recorder,
or other digital audio recording deck. Use this for digital
recording between a digital audio source (stereo – 2 channel)
and a digital audio recorder.
• “PHONO” and “TUNER” cannot be selected on the “Digital
In Assignment” screen.
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Setting the DENON LINK Setting the EXT. IN Setup
• When a DENON DVD player and the DENON LINK have • Set the method of playback of the analog input signal
been connected, be sure to make a setting to “DENON connected to the EXT. IN (8CH) terminal.
LINK” with the System Setup Digital In Assignment. • Refer to “Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals”
• When the input mode is AUTO and the signals are not be ( page 30).
able to transferred by DENON LINK, the unit automatically
changes over the input to the selected signals (ANALOG,
EXT. IN or IEEE1394).
• Refer to “DENON LINK connections” ( page 34). 1 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
“EXT. IN Setup” at the “Audio Input Setup”
menu, then press the ENTER button.
• Display the “EXT. IN Setup” screen.

button to select the “DLINK”.

item to be set, then press the CURSOR F or G

“DLINK” setting, then press the CURSOR F or
G button to select the input signal (ANALOG,
button to select the parameter.
Surr. Sp:
Presets the surround speakers that are used in the
EXT. IN or IEEE1394). EXT. IN mode.
Select according to the specifications of the player
being used. Also refer to the player’s operating
instructions.
• Surr. A:
Select when using surround speakers A.
• Surr. B:
Select when using surround speakers B.
• Surr. A+B:
Select the input for the playback of signals that cannot Select when using both surround speakers A and
be transferred by DENON LINK. B.
SW Level:
Sets the playback level of the analog signal that
was input to the EXT. IN subwoofer terminal.
Select according to the specifications of the player
being used. Also refer to the player’s operating
instructions.
+15dB (default) recommended. (0, +5, +10 and
+15 can be selected.)

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Setting the Input Function Level Setting the Function Rename
• Correct the playback level of the different input sources. • The names of the input sources displayed on the front
• Adjust the playback levels of the devices connected to the display and on the on-screen display can be changed. The
different input sources to the same level to eliminate the names or brands of the devices connected to the input
need for adjusting the main volume each time the input sources can be input.
source is switched.

“Input Function Lev.” at the “Audio Input
“Function Rename” at the “Audio Input
Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.
Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button. • Display the “Function Rename” screen.
• Display the “Input Function Lev.” screen.

input source whose name you want to change,
then press the CURSOR F or G button.
button to adjust the level. • The screen switches to the character input screen.
The level can be adjusted between –12 dB and +12 dB Example: When “DVD” is selected and the CURSOR F
in units of 1 dB. or G button is pressed

• After completing this setting, check that the playback levels

for the different sources are the same.
3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to move the
cursor ( 2 ) to the character, number, symbol or
punctuation mark you wish to input, and press
the CURSOR D or H button to select that
character.
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVW
XYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxy
z0123456789
! ” # % & ’ ( ) * + , – . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] (space)
Up to 8 characters can be input.
4 Repeat step 3 to input the input source name.
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If you wish to set the input source back to as it was Setting the IEEE1394 Assign
initially, press the CURSOR H button with the input
source highlighted. • Assign the device connected by IEEE1394 cable to an input
If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the setting are source. The power of the device to be assigned must be
automatically reset to the default name. turned on ahead of time.

“IEEE1394 Assign” at the “Audio Input
• Display the “IEEE1394 Assign” screen.
5 Once all the characters have been input, press

the ENTER button.
• The “Function Rename” screen reappears.
Use the same procedure to change other input source

names as well.

device to be assigned to the input source, then
press the CURSOR F or G button to select the
input source.
• When the input source is selected, the display is as shown

below.
Example: When the name has been changed to “DVD-

5910”

• If you do not wish to assign the device connected by

IEEE1394 cable to an input source, the IEEE1394 input can
be selected by turning the FUNCTION knob. In this case, the
connection information is cleared when the power of the
connected device or the AVR-4806 is turned off, so the
selection procedure must be performed again.
• By default, if no device has been connected using an
IEEE1394 cable in the past, “No Connection” is displayed.
• “Connection Change” is displayed if there is a change in the
IEEE1394 connection status while this screen is displayed.
• If the model name cannot be acquired from the connected
IEEE1394 device, “UNKNOWN” is displayed.
• If an IEEE1394 device other than one for IEEE1394 audio
playback is connected, “Not Play” is displayed and the input
source cannot be assigned.
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Setting the IEEE1394 Auto Function Tuner Presets
• Set whether or not to automatically play the IEEE1394 2 Auto Preset Memory
device when it is selected with the FUNCTION knob. • Use this to automatically search for FM broadcasts and
store up to 56 stations at preset channels A1 to 8, B1 to 8,
C1 to 8, D1 to 8, E1 to 8, F1 to 8 and G1 to 8.
“IEEE1394 Auto Func.” at the “Audio Input
• Display the “IEEE1394 Auto Func.” screen. 1 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
“Tuner Presets” at the “Audio Input Setup”
• Display the “Tuner Presets” screen.

“ON” or “OFF”.
ON:
Select this to automatically play the device. 2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
“Auto Preset Memory”, then press the ENTER
button.
OFF:
• Switch to the “Auto Preset Memory” screen.
Select this if you do not want to automatically play
the device.
In some cases settings may be required on your player.

Also refer to the player’s operating instructions.

3 Press the CURSOR F button to select the “Yes”.

• “Search” flashes on the screen and searching
begins.
• “Completed” appears once searching is completed.
• The display automatically switches to the “Tuner
Presets” screen.
• If an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor

reception, use the “Manual tuning” operation ( page 65)
to tune in the station, then preset it using the manual
“Preset memory” operation ( page 66).
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2 Preset Skip 2 Preset Name
• When selecting preset channels pressing the PRESET • It is possible to input station names , etc., for preset
button, it is possible to skip specific preset channels. channels. These names are displayed on the front display
and on the on screen display.

“Preset Skip” at the “Tuner Presets” screen,
then press the ENTER button. 1 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
“Preset Name” at the “Tuner Presets” screen,
• Switch to the “Preset Skip ”screen. then press the ENTER button.
• Switch to the “Preset Name” screen.

preset channel you want to skip, then press the
CURSOR F or G button to select the “ON” or 2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
preset channel whose name you want to
“OFF”. change, then press the CURSOR F or G button.
• The screen switches to the character input screen.
Example: When “A1” is selected and the CURSOR F or

G button is pressed
3 When the CURSOR H button is pressed at the

very bottom of the screen.
• The screen for the next preset memory block
appears.
3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to move the

cursor ( 2 ) to the character, number, symbol or
punctuation mark you wish to input, and press
the CURSOR D or H button to select that
character.
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVW
XYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxy
It is also possible to select the desired preset memory z0123456789
block by selecting “Block” then pressing the CURSOR ! ” # % & ’ ( ) * + , – . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] (space)
F or G button.
Up to 8 characters can be input.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3.

• Return to the “Tuner Presets” screen.
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4 Repeat step 3 to input the preset channel

name. 9 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select
• The “System Setup Menu” reappears.
If you wish to set the preset channel name back to as
it was initially, press the CURSOR H button with the
preset channel name highlighted.
If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the setting are
automatically reset to the default name.
5 Once all the characters have been input, press

the ENTER button.
• The “Preset Name” screen reappears.
Use the same procedure to change other input source

names as well.
6 When the CURSOR H button is pressed at the

very bottom of the screen.
• The screen for the next preset memory block
appears.
It is also possible to select the desired preset memory

block by selecting “Block” then pressing the CURSOR
F or G button.

• Return to the “Tuner Presets” screen.

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Video Setup
• Make the video-related settings.
Setting the HDMI / DVI In Assign
• This setting assigns the HDMI input terminals and DVI input
method for playing the audio signals included
in the HDMI input signal, then press the
terminal for different input sources.
• Set the method for playing the audio signals included in the CURSOR F or G button to select the “TV” or
HDMI input signal. “AMP”.
TV:

“Video Setup” at the “System Setup Menu”,
then press the ENTER button. AMP:
Play the audio signals on a monitor TV connected to
the AVR-4806.
• Display the “Video Setup” menu screen. Play the audio signals on speakers connected to
the AVR-4806.

“HDMI / DVI In Assign”, then press the ENTER
button.
input for the playback of signals when the
audio signal of HDMI can not be reproduced,
• Display the “HDMI / DVI In Assign” screen. then press the CURSOR F or G button to select
the input signal (ANALOG or EXT. IN).

button to select the input terminal.
When the audio signal of HDMI has become unlocked,
the unit automatically changes over to the set
connector (ANALOG or EXT. IN).
1~3 correspond to each HDMI 1~3 input terminal.
Select from among HDMI1 to 3 and DVI-D.
If the same HDMI or DVI input terminal is selected, the
setting for the input source that was previously
assigned switches to “NONE”.
• The “Video Setup” menu reappears.
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Setting the Video Convert Mode
• If a monitor is connected with an HDMI cable but the
monitor is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback, • Select the input signal to be output to the composite S-Video
only the video signals are output to the monitor from the and component monitor output terminals using the video
AVR-4806 (DVI mode). conversion function.
Press the STATUS button to check which mode is set for
outputting HDMI signals from the AVR-4806 (HDMI and DVI
modes).
• Input signals input from the analog and digital terminals are
“Video Convert Mode” at the “Video Setup”
not output to the TV.
• With HDMI, the video and audio signals are transferred • Display the “Video Convert Mode” screen.
simultaneously. When HDMI is assigned to an input source,
the digital audio input assignment switches to HDMI along
with the video input.
When this setting is made for input sources to which a digital
audio input (DENON LINK, IEEE1394 etc.) is previously
assigned, the digital audio assignment is set to HDMI.
In this case, reassign the digital input using the procedure
described at “Digital In Assign” ( page 89) and
“IEEE1394 Assign” ( page 92).

button to select the mode as below.
Setting the Component In Assign
• This setting assigns the component video input terminal of AUTO Component S-video Video OFF
the AVR-4806 for the different input sources.
The details in each mode are as follows.

“Component In Assign” at the “Video Setup”
AUTO:
When there are multiple input signals, the input
signals are detected and the input signal to be
• Display the “Component In Assign” screen. output from the video monitor output terminal is
selected automatically in the following order:
component video, S-Video, composite video.
Component:
The signal connected to the component video
terminal is always played.
The component input signal is down–converted
and output from the composite and S-Video
monitor output terminal.
No image is output from the monitor output
terminal when there is no input signal to the
component input terminal.
button to select the component video input
S-Video:
The signal connected to the S-Video terminal is
always played.
terminal. The S-Video input signal is converted and output
from the composite and component monitor output
Select from among 1-RCA to 3-RCA.
terminal.
If the same component video input terminal is
selected, the setting for the input source that was
previously assigned switches to “NONE”.
reset to the default values.

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Video: Setting the HDMI Out Setup

The signal connected to the composite video
terminal is always played. • Set whether to use the analog video signals to HDMI
The composite video input signal is up-converted conversion function.
and output from the S-Video and component • When using this conversion function, set the color format
monitor output terminals. and video range of the signals output from the HDMI terminal.
OFF:
The convert function does not operate.
The video signal input from the video input terminal
is only output to the video monitor out terminal.
“HDMI Out Setup” at the “Video Setup”
The S-Video signal input from the S-Video input
terminal is only output to the S-Video monitor out • Display the “HDMI Out Setup” screen.
terminal.
The component input signal input from the
component input terminals is only output to the
component monitor output terminals.

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

Video and composite video signal is possible only when the
setting, then press the CURSOR F or G button
to select the parameter.
resolution of a component video signal is 480i / 576i.
• For optimum video performance, THX recommends that Analog to HDMI Convert:
video pass through (bypass) is used. • ON:
• When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or Setting for converting analog video signals into
some other source is input, the video conversion function HDMI signals.
might not operate. If this happens, please set the conversion • OFF:
mode to OFF. Setting for not converting analog video signals into
• When the video conversion function has been used, HDMI signals.
information such as that of text broadcasts which has been
added to the video signal might not be output. If this Color Space:
happens, please set the conversion mode to OFF. • Y Cb Cr:
The Y Cb Cr format video signals is output via the
HDMI output connector.
• RGB:
The RGB format video signals is output via the
HDMI output connector.
RGB Mode Setup:
• Normal:
Signals are output via the HDMI output connector
with a digital RGB video range (data range) of 16
(black) to 235 (white).
• Enhanced:
Signals are output via the HDMI output connector
with a digital RGB video range (data range) of 0
(black) to 255 (white).
When the HDMI and the DVI-D connectors are

connected, the black may seem to stand out,
depending on the TV or the monitor. In this case, set
this to “Enhanced”.
When “Y Cb Cr” is selected under “Color Space”,
“RGB Mode Setup” will have no effect.

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Setting the Audio Delay
• “Color Space” and “RGB Mode Setup” are only displayed
when “Analog to HDMI Convert” is set to “ON”. • When watching a DVD or other video source, the picture on
• When connecting to an HDCP compatible monitor equipped the monitor may seem delayed with respect to the sound. In
with DVI-D terminal using an HDMI/DVI-D converter cable, this case, adjust the audio delay to delay the sound and
the signals are output in RGB format, regardless of the synchronize it with the picture.
“Color Space” setting. • The audio delay setting is stored separately for each input
• To view the on-screen display using an HDMI monitor, set source.
“Analog to HDMI Convert” at “HDMI Out Setup” to “ON”
(default).
“Audio Delay” at the “Video Setup” menu,
• Display the “Audio Delay” screen.

delay time (0 ms ~ 200 ms).
With a movie source, for example, adjust so that the

movement of the actors’ lips is synchronized with the
sound.

• The audio delay setting does not apply when playing in the
EXT. IN mode or in the analog input direct mode or stereo
mode (only when the crossover frequency is set to
“FIXED–THX–” (TONE DEFEAT “ON”, Room EQ “OFF”).
• By default, this menu is not displayed when no digital signals
are being input.
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Setting the On Screen Display (OSD)
• Use this to turn the on screen display (messages other than

the menu screens) on or off.
• Sets the on screen display’s display mode.

“On Screen Display” at the “Video Setup”
• Display the “On Screen Display” screen.

Function/Mode Status:
Set whether or not to turn on the on screen display
of the input source name and input mode when an
input source is selected.
Master Volume Status:
Set whether or not to turn on the on screen display
of the main volume level when the main volume is
operated.
Display Mode:
• Mode 1:
Prevents flickering of the on screen display when
there is no video signal.
• Mode 2:
Flickering is not prevented.
Use this mode if the on screen display does not
appear in the Mode 1, as may happen according to
the TV being used.

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Advanced Playback
• Makes more detailed audio playback settings.
Setting the 2ch Direct/Stereo
• Set this when you want to change the speaker settings

“Custom”.
when the surround mode is set to the 2-channel Direct or
Stereo mode.

“Advanced Playback” at the “System Setup
Menu”, then press the ENTER button.
• Display the “Advanced Playback” menu screen.

setting, then press the CURSOR F or G button

• The “Advanced Playback” menu reappears.
2 Setting the front B speakers when the surround

“2ch Direct / Stereo”, then press the ENTER
button.
mode is set to the 2-channel Direct or Stereo
• When “Front B” is selected at “Power Amp Assign” and
“Custom” is selected at this setting, the “Front B” setting
• Display the “2ch Direct / Stereo” screen. is displayed.
To play signals from the Front B speaker when in the 2-
channel Direct or Stereo mode, set “Used”.
Example: This screen is displayed in function of the

settings made at “Speaker Configuration”,
“Subwoofer Setup”, “Delay Time” and
“Crossover Frequency”
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Setting the Dolby Digital Setup Setting the Auto Surround Mode
• Sets the down-mixing method when not using a center • The surround mode used at last for the four types of input
speaker or surround speakers. signals shown below is stored in the memory, and the signal
is automatically played with that surround mode the next
time it is input.

“Dolby Digital Setup” at the “Advanced
Playback” menu, then press the ENTER button.
Note that the surround mode setting is also stored
separately for the different input sources.
q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals (STEREO)
• Display the “Dolby Digital Setup” screen. w 2-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-
channel format (DOLBY PLIIx cinema)
e Multi-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other
multi-channel format (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND)
r PCM and DSD multi-channel signals other than Dolby
Digital and DTS (MULTI CH IN)
Default settings are indicated in ( ).
During playback in the PURE DIRECT mode, the
surround mode does not change even if the input signal
is changed.

“ON” if you want to use the Compression,
“OFF” if you do not want to use it.
“Auto Surround Mode” at the “Advanced
ON: • Display the “Auto Surround Mode” screen.
The dynamic range is compressed automatically
according to the combination of speakers being
used.
OFF:
The dynamic range is not compressed.
Set “Compression” to “ON” if it seems that sound is

distorted because the input level exceeds the
allowable input for the front speakers.
When a center speaker or surround speakers are not
connected, the sounds in those channels are directed
to the front speakers. 2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the
“ON” if you want to use the auto surround
mode, “OFF” if you do not want to use it.

• The various settings applied in the auto surround mode can

be checked via the on screen display. Simply press the ON
SCREEN button.
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Setting the Manual EQ Setup w Select the “Each CH”
FL FR C SLA SRA SLB
• Allows you to adjust the tonal quality of the various speakers
(except the subwoofer) while listening to a music source.
SBR SBL SR A+B SL A+B SRB
SB

“Manual EQ Setup” at the “Advanced
1spkr
When the surround back speaker setting is set to
“1spkr” at “Speaker Configuration”, this is set to
• Display the “Manual EQ” screen. “SB”.
e Select the “All CH”
In this case, speaker selection is not performed.
If a value is already set for the FL channel, the data
stored for the FL channel is displayed.

frequency, then press the CURSOR F or G
button to adjust the gain level.
Each frequency can be adjusted the range from –20 dB

adjustment mode, then press the ENTER
button.
to +6 dB in 0.5 dB step.
All CH:
All channels can be adjusted simultaneously.
L/R CH:
The left and right channels of the pair of speakers
can be adjusted simultaneously.
Each CH:
The channels can be adjusted separately.
• The “Manual EQ” screen reappears.

speaker to be set.
Example: When “L/R CH” is selected. • The “Advanced Playback” menu reappears.
The display changes as follows.

q Select the “L/R CH”
FL/FR C SLA/SRA
SBL/SBR SL/SR A+B SLB/SRB
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Procedure for copying the “Flat” correction
curve
1 Press the CURSOR D button to select the “Base

Curve Copy”, then press the CURSOR F
button.
• “Base Curve Copy” is displayed after performing the Auto

Setup.
• To restore the settings to their defaults, select “Default Yes
0”, then press the CURSOR F button.

• The “Manual EQ” screen reappears.
The type of the copied correction curve is displayed in

the upper right of this screen.
• If the “Auto Setup” procedure has not been performed, this

item is not displayed.
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Option Setup
• Make other expert settings.
Setting the Channel Setup
• With this setting it is possible to change the number of

zone, then press the CURSOR F or G button to
select the channel setting.
channels played in the different zones according to the
purpose. Main Zone:
This configures the AVR-4806 according to whether or not • Surr. B:
you have surround “B” speakers connected, and whether Not Used:
or not you have surround back (SB) speaker(s) connected. Select if you do not have speakers connected to
The number of channels output from the pre-out Surround “B”.
connectors exclusively for ZONE2 and 3 can be set to Used:
“Mono” or “Stereo” according to the method of playback Select if you have speakers connected to Surround
in the various multi-zones. “B”.
Adjustments made in this section will have an effect on the • S. Back:
various “Power Amp Assign” setting options ( page 2sp:
106, 107). Select if you have a pair of surround back speakers
connected (SBL & SBR).
1sp:
“Option Setup” at the “System Setup Menu”,
Select if you have one surround back speaker
connected to SBL.
Not Used:
• Display the “Option Setup” menu screen. Select if you do not have surround back speaker(s).
Zone2:
• Stereo:
Select for stereo playback in ZONE2 (two channels).
• Mono:
Select for monaural playback in ZONE2 (one channel).
Zone3:
• Stereo:
Select for stereo playback in ZONE3 (two channels).
• Mono:
Select for monaural playback in ZONE3 (one channel).
“Channel Setup”, then press the ENTER
button.
If “Mono” is selected for ZONE2 or ZONE3, monaural
(single channel) sound is output from both of the
• Display the “Channel Setup” screen. ZONE2 or ZONE3 left and right channels pre-amp
output terminals.

• The “Option Setup” menu reappears.
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Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment Surr. A:
The Surround A power amplifier channels can be
• AVR-4806’s power amplifiers for seven channels (except assigned if Surround B is not activated in the main
the front channel), can be assigned to any channels in the room (MAIN ZONE).
MAIN ZONE, ZONE2 or ZONE3 and output to the speakers. • Front:
In this way, power amplifiers not being used in the MAIN This provides a bi-amp mode for the two main front
ZONE can be assigned for multi-zone use, the front speakers, replicating the front left and front right
speakers can be connected with a “Bi-Amp”, etc., so you amplifier channels’ outputs.
can create the desired speaker system. • Front B:
The available power amplifier channels that can be re- The surround A power amplifier channels can be
assigned may differ, according to settings previously made used to provide a second set of stereo outputs that
in the “Channel Setup” menu ( page 105). match the front left and right speakers, providing a
Speaker B option for stereo sound in another
location ( page 101).

“Power Amp Assign” at the “Option Setup”
• ZONE2:
This mode assigns the Surround A amplifier
channels to provide ZONE2 speaker-level outputs
• Display the “Power Amp Assign” screen. from the Surround A speaker terminals, with the
option of monaural or stereo operation depending
on the “Channel Setup” setting.
• ZONE3:
This mode assigns the Surround A amplifier
from the Surround A speaker terminals, with the
option of monaural or stereo operation depending
on the “Channel Setup” setting.
• – – –:
No signals are output from the Surround A speaker

power amplifier to be assigned, then press the
CURSOR F or G button to select which channel
terminals.
Surr. B:
The Surround B amplifier channels can be re-
to assigned the amplifier to. assigned if they are not being used in the main
room, and the Surround A amplifier channels are
Center: assigned to either the surround channels or to the
If no center speaker is connected in the main room, front channels.
the center speaker power amplifier channel can be • Front B:
assigned to either ZONE2 or ZONE3 if set to This mode sets the Surround B amplifier channels
“Mono” at “Channel Setup”. to drive a second set of stereo outputs that match
• ZONE2: the front left and right speakers, providing a
The second zone’s mono output is provided by the Speaker B option for stereo sound in another
center speaker’s power amplifier. location ( page 101).
• ZONE3: • – – –:
The third zone’s mono output is provided by the No signals are output from the surround back
center speaker’s power amplifier. speaker terminals.
• – – –:
No signals are output from the center speaker’s
power amplifier channel.
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S. Back:
If no surround back speakers are used in the main
room, their amplifier channels can be assigned for
other uses, or one of the two channels can drive

one surround back speaker in the main room, while
the other channel can drive a monaural speaker in • The “SB/Z2”, “SB/Z3” and “SB/- - -” modes can only be
another zone. selected when the surround back speaker configuration is
• Front: set to “1spkr”.
This provides a bi-amp mode for the two main front • The “Z2/Z3” mode can only be selected if the playback
speakers, replicating the front left and front right channels are configured as monaural (“Mono”) in the
amplifier channels’ outputs. “Channel Setup” menu.
• Front B:
Both surround back power amplifier channels can
be used to provide a second set of stereo outputs
that match the front left and right speakers,
providing a Speaker B option for stereo sound in
Front Bi-Amp connections
another location ( page 101).
• ZONE2:
This mode assigns the Surround Back amplifier Certain loudspeakers are equipped with two sets of input
channels to provide ZONE2 speaker-level outputs terminals, for bi-amplification. The AVR-4806 Amp Assign
from the Surround Back speaker terminals, with mode allows you to power bi-amp-capable speakers with
the option of monaural or stereo operation two amplifier channels. Be sure to consult the owner’s
depending on the “Channel Setup” setting. manual of your bi-amp-capable speakers for further
• ZONE3: information before proceeding.
This mode assigns the Surround Back amplifier
from the Surround Back speaker terminals, with AVR-4806
the option of monaural or stereo operation
depending on the “Channel Setup” setting.
• SB/Z2: SPEAKER
When only one surround back speaker is used in
the main room (connected to the SBL speaker
terminals), the surround back right amplifier
channel can be used to provide monaural output to
a speaker located in ZONE2.
• SB/Z3:
When only one surround back speaker is used in
the main room (connected to the SBL speaker
terminals), the surround back right amplifier
channel can be used to provide monaural output to
a speaker located in ZONE3.
• Z2/Z3:
When no surround back speakers are used in the
main room, this mode provides monaural sound to
a speaker in ZONE2 connected to the SBL speaker NOTE:
terminals, with monaural sound to a speaker in • When making bi-amp connections, be sure to remove
ZONE3 connected to the SBR speaker terminals. the short-circuiting bar included with the speaker.
• SB/– – –:
Only the Surround Back Left speaker terminals are
active.
• – – –:
Both Surround Back speaker terminals are inactive.
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Setting the Volume Control Power On Level:
Set the volume that is set when the power is
• Set the upper limit for the volume, the volume level when turned on for the different zones.
the power is turned on, and the volume level when the mute You can adjust the volume level within the range of
mode is set for the different zones. –80 to +18 dB in steps of 1.0 dB.
• – – – (Mute)
The volume is always muted when the power is

“Volume Control” at the “Option Setup”
turned on.
• LAST
The volume set when the AVR-4806 was last used
• Display the “Volume Control” screen. is stored in the memory and set when the power is
turned on.
Mute Level:
Set the volume attenuation level when the mute
mode is set for the different zones.
• FULL
The volume is fully muted.
• –40 dB
The volume is lowered 40 dB from the current
level.
• –20 dB
The volume is lowered 20 dB from the current
level.
Volume Level:
Set whether to fix the output level for the different
zones or make it variable.
• Variable
The level can be adjusted freely using buttons on
the remote control unit.

desired setting, then press the CURSOR F or G
• –40 dB, 0 dB
The output level is fixed at the set level and the
volume can no longer be adjusted.
Volume Limit:
Set the upper limit for the volume for the different
zones. 3 Press the ENTER button to enter the setting.
• –20 dB, –10 dB, 0 dB:
The volume cannot be increased above the
selected levels.
• OFF: • For ZONE2 and ZONE3, the “Volume Limit” and “Power On
If you do not want to set a volume limit, select Level” can be set when “Variable” is selected for “Volume
“OFF”. Level”.
In this case, the volume can be set to the AVR- • When the power amplifier is assigned to either of the
4806’s maximum volume (output) level of +18 dB, ZONE2 and ZONE3 channels at “Power Amp Assign”,
which is extremely loud. “–VAR–” (only variable) is displayed and the fixed level
cannot be set.
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Setting the Trigger Out
• Three 12 V DC Trigger Outputs on the rear panel can be used

5 If “MAIN” was selected at step 3:
Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
surround mode, then press the CURSOR F or
to control other devices with compatible trigger inputs, such
as motorized screens, motorized screen masking, motorized
G button to select the “ON” or “OFF”.
drapes, and other trigger-controlled devices. ON:
• Set the DC output supplied from the trigger out terminals for If that surround mode is selected when an input
the various input sources to “ON” or “OFF”. source set to “ON” is selected, the power supplied
from the trigger out terminal turns on.

“Trigger Out” at the “Option Setup” menu,
OFF:
If that surround mode is selected when an input
source set to “ON” is selected, the power supplied
• Display the “Trigger Out” screen. from the trigger out terminal turns off.

trigger out terminal you want to set, then press
• Return to the “Trigger Out” screen.
Use the same procedure to make the settings for

the ENTER button.
Trigger Out 2, 3.
Example: When “Trigger Out 1” is selected


zone (MAIN ZONE, ZONE2 and ZONE3). If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the setting are
The power supplied from the trigger out terminal turns
on and off when the power for the set zone is turned
on and off.

button to select the “ON” or “OFF”.
ON:
When that input source is selected, the power
supplied from the trigger out terminal turns on.
OFF:
When that input source is selected, the power
supplied from the trigger out terminal turns off.
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ZONE2 and ZONE3 tone control and
channel level setting 3 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
button to adjust the parameter.
• Adjust the sound output from ZONE2 and ZONE3.
Bass:
Adjust the tone for the bass.

“Zone2/3 Tone/Ch Lev.” at the “Option Setup”
Treble:
Adjust the tone for the treble. (The bass or treble
sound can be adjusted between –12 dB and +12
• Display the “Zone2/3 Tone/Ch Lev.” screen.
dB in steps of 2.0 dB.)
HPF:
Set this to “ON” if your speakers do not have a
very strong capacity for producing low bass. Using
the high pass filter makes it possible to reduce
distortion of the bass sound.
Channel Level:
Set so that the playback level is the same for the
left and right channels. (The volume can adjusted
between –12 dB and +12 dB in steps of 1.0 dB.)

zone whose sound you want to adjust (ZONE2,
ZONE3), then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the ENTER button.
• Return to the “Zone2/3 Tone/Ch Lev.” screen.
Use the same procedure to make the settings for
Example: When “Zone2” is selected ZONE3.

• The “Channel Level” setting is only possible when ZONE2

or ZONE3 is set to “Stereo” in the “Channel Setup” menu.
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Setting the Digital Out Assignment User Memory
• The optical digital output connectors on the AVR-4806’s rear • The currently set settings (system setup, surround
panel (OPTICAL2 to 4 OUT) normally function in association parameters, etc.) can be stored in the memory. The stored
with the ZONE3/REC SELECT mode. With this setting, the settings can be called out when needed.
OPTICAL 2 OUT connector can be used in association with
the ZONE2 SELECT mode.

“Setup Memory / Lock” at the “Option Setup”
“Digital Out Assign” at the “Option Setup”
• Display the “Setup Memory / Lock” screen.
• Display the “Digital Out Assign” screen.

“User Memory”, then press the ENTER button.
2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select
whether to associate the OPTICAL2 OUT
connector to the “ZONE3/REC SELECT” or
• Switch to the “User Memory” screen.
“ZONE2 SELECT” mode.

• About 30 seconds are required for the settings to be
stored in the memory.

Once the settings are stored in the memory, “Load” is

displayed and the settings can be loaded.

• Return to the “Setup Memory / Lock” screen.
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Setup Lock
• When the setup lock function is activated, the settings listed
• The system setup settings can be locked so that they below cannot be changed, and “Setup Locked” is displayed
cannot be changed easily. when related buttons are operated.
• System setup settings
• Surround parameter settings

“Setup Lock” at the “Setup Memory / Lock”
screen, then press the ENTER button.
• Tone control settings
• Channel level settings (including test tones)
• RoomEQ
• Switch to the “Setup Lock” screen. • To unlock, press the SETUP button again and display the
“Setup Lock” screen, then select “OFF” and press the
ENTER button.
2 Press the CURSOR F button to select “ON”, to

lock the system setup settings, then press the
ENTER button.
• Return to the “Setup Memory / Lock” screen.


• Finalize the setting and exit the “Option Setup”
menu.
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• This Speaker Setup section describes the procedures to make speaker settings manually (without using the Auto Setup
function), as well as to make manual changes to settings that have already been made by the Auto Setup function.
ENTER
ENTER
CURSOR
SETUP
SETUP CURSOR
Speaker Setup
• If the “Auto Setup” procedure has already been performed, there is no need to make this setting.
• Perform this setting if you wish to make the settings for your speaker systems manually.
Setting the type of speakers
• The composition of the signals output to each channels and

“Speaker Config.”, then press the ENTER
button.
the frequency response are adjusted according to the
• Display the “Speaker Config.” screen.
combination of speakers actually being used.

“Speaker Setup” at the “System Setup Menu”,
• Display the “Speaker Setup” menu screen.

speaker, then press the CURSOR F or G button
Center Sp.
Front Sp.
Subwoofer
Surround Sp. A
Surround back Sp.
Surround Sp. B

• The “Speaker Setup” menu reappears.
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Setting the low frequency distribution
• Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the actual size of
the speaker but according to the speaker’s capacity for • Set the subwoofer mode according to the speaker system
playing low frequency (bass sound below the frequency set being used.
for the Crossover Frequency) signals. If you do not know, try • Select the play mode that provides bass reproduction with
comparing the sound at both settings (setting the volume to body.
a level low enough so as not to damage the speakers) to
determine the proper setting.
“Subwoofer Setup” at the “Speaker Setup”
2 Parameters
• Display the “Subwoofer Setup” screen.
Large:
Select this when using speakers that can fully reproduce
deep bass well below 80 Hz.
Small:
Select this when using speakers that are not capable of
handling deep bass well below 80 Hz. Most home theater
main and surround speakers perform best when configured
as SMALL. Deep bass content in any channel with a
SMALL speaker is routed to the subwoofer(s).
None:
Select this when no speakers are installed.
Yes / No:
setting.
Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when a LFE–THX–:
subwoofer is not installed. For any channel(s) that are set to LARGE, low
2spkrs / 1spkr: frequencies in that channel’s corresponding source
Select the number of speakers to be used for the surround are directed to that loudspeaker only. Low
back channel. frequencies that are directed to the subwoofer(s)
are from the program source LFE channel, and
A subwoofer with sufficient low frequency playback from other channels where the speakers are set to
capability can better handle deep bass than most main and SMALL. THX is recommended in this play mode so
surround speakers, and the system’s overall performance that bass interference is less likely to occur in the
will be greatly enhanced when SMALL is set for the main room.
(front) and surround speakers. LFE+Main:
To take full advantage of the performance of the Home THX Low frequencies from speaker channels that have
certified speaker systems, set the front, center and been set to LARGE are reproduced from those
surround speaker size parameters to “Small” and the speakers as well as from the subwoofer(s).
subwoofer to “Yes”. Depending upon the characteristics of the LARGE
For the majority of speaker system configurations, using main speakers, this mode may provide a more even
the SMALL setting for all main and surround speakers and low frequency response throughout the listening
connected subwoofer(s) set to ON will yield the best room.
results.
When “Front” is set to “Small”, “Subwoofer” is
automatically set to “Yes”, and when “Subwoofer” is set
to “No”, “Front” is automatically set to “Large”. 3 Press the ENTER button to enter the setting.
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2 Assignment of low frequency signal range

• The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are
“Delay Time” at the “Speaker Setup” menu,
LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS signals) • Display the “Delay Time” screen.
and the low frequency signal range of channels set to
“Small” in the setup menu. The low frequency signal range
of channels set to “Large” are produced from those
channels.
2 Subwoofer Setup
• The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when and “Yes”
is set for the subwoofer in the “Speaker Configuration”
• When the input signal is analog or a PCM signal not
including LFE signals, if “LFE–THX–” is selected, the low
frequency component is not output from the subwoofer. To
output the subwoofer channel, select “LFE+Main”.
desired unit, “Meters” or “Feet”.
• The “Delay Time” screen appears automatically.
Example: When “Feet” is selected
Setting the Delay Time
• Input the distance between the listening position and the

different speakers to set the delay time for the surround
mode.
• Two surround back speakers are required to use the THX
Ultra2 Cinema, THX Music mode and THX Games mode.
Set the surround back speakers so that the distance to the
listening position is the same for both the left and right
speakers.
It is also recommended that the deviations of the distance
......... L1
from the listening position to L and R channel speakers (front ......... L2
left (FL) and front right (FR), surround left (SL) and surround ......... L3
......... L4
right (SR), surround back left (SBL) and surround back right
(SBR)) is less than 2 ft (60 cm).
Preparations:
Measure the distances between the listening position and
the speakers (L1 to L11 on the diagram at the below). ......... L5
......... L6
......... L7
FL C FR ......... L8
......... L9
....... L10
SW
speaker to be set.
L1 L3 L2
Listening position
L4
L5 L6
SLA L7 L9 L10 L8 SRA
L11 SRB
SLB
SBL SBR
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Setting the Channel Level
distance between the center speaker and
listening position. • Use this setting to adjust so that the playback level between
the different channels is equal.
• From the listening position, listen to the test tones produced
Example: When the distance is set to 12 feet for the
from the speakers to adjust the level.
center speaker
• The level of each channel should be adjusted to 75 dB (C-
weighted, slow meter mode) on a sound level meter at the
listening position.
If a sound level meter is not available adjust the channels by
ear so the sound levels are the same. Because adjusting the
subwoofer level test tone by ear is difficult, use a well
known music selection and adjust for natural balance.
The distance changes in units of 0.1 foot (0.03 meters)

or 1 foot (0.3 meters) each time the button is pressed.
Select the value closest to the measured distance.
“Channel Level” at the “Speaker Setup”
If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the settings are • Display the “Channel Level” screen.
When “Step” is selected, you can select the unit of “1
ft (0.1 m)” or “0.1 ft (0.01 m)”.
Please note that the difference of distance for every
speaker should be 20 ft (6.0 m) or less. If you set an
invalid distance, a CAUTION notice, such as screen
right will appear. In this case, please relocate the
blinking speaker(s) so that its distance is no larger
than the value shown in highlighted line.

“Auto” or “Manual”.
Auto:
Adjust the level while listening to the test tones
produced automatically from each speaker.
Test tones are automatically emitted from each
speaker.

Manual:
Select the speaker from which you want to
produce the test tone to adjust the level.
The AVR-4806 automatically sets the optimum
surround delay time for the listening room. Example: When the “Auto” mode is selected
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“Surr. Sp.”, then press the CURSOR F or G
button to select the surround speaker(s) from
Example: When the volume is set to –11.5 dB while
the test tone is being produced from the
Front Lch speaker
which you want to produce the test tone (A, B

or A+B).
Surr. Sp. : A
Adjusts the balance of the playback level between
the channels when using surround speaker A.
Surr. Sp. : B
the channels when using surround speaker B. The volume can be adjusted between –12 dB and +12
dB in units of 0.5 dB.
Surr. Sp. : A + B
the channels when using surround speakers A and
B at the same time.
5-2 When “Manual” mode is selected:
speaker, then press the CURSOR F or G button
The “Surr. Sp.” can only be selected when both to adjust all the speakers to the same volume.
surround speakers A and B have been selected at the
System Setup Menu (when both A and B have been Example: “Manual” mode is selected.
set to “Large” or “Small”).

“Test Tone Start”, then press the CURSOR F
button to select the “Yes”.

• The “Channel Level” screen reappears.
• To cancel the settings, press the CURSOR H button to select

5-1 When “Auto” mode is selected:
Press the CURSOR F or G button to adjust all
the speakers to the same volume.
the “Level Clear” and “Yes” on the “Channel Level” screen,
then make the settings again.
• The test tones are emitted from each speaker in the
following order, at 4-second intervals the first time
and second time around, 2-second intervals the third
time around and on:
FL C FR SR
2spkrs
SW SL SBL SBR
SB
1spkr
When the surround back speaker setting is set to
“1spkr” for “Speaker Configuration”, this is set to
“SB”.
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• When adjusting the level of an active subwoofer system,
Setting the Crossover Frequency
you may also need to adjust the subwoofer’s own volume
control.
• Set the crossover frequency according to the low frequency
• When you adjust the channel levels while in the SYSTEM
response characteristics of the various (front, center,
SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL mode, the channel level
surround and surround back) speaker systems.
adjustments made will affect all surround modes. Consider
• If a connected main or surround loudspeaker has a specified
this mode a Master Channel Level adjustment mode.
–3 dB low frequency response rolloff, adjust the crossover
• After you have completed the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL
frequency for that speaker to match the specified low
LEVEL adjustments, you can then activate the individual
frequency response limit – e.g. 80 Hz.
surround modes and adjust channel levels that will be
• When a speaker is set to SMALL, low frequencies in that
remembered for each of those modes. Then, whenever you
channel that are below the crossover frequency are directed
activate a particular surround sound mode, your preferred
to the system’s subwoofer(s), or to speakers that are set to
channel level adjustments for just that mode will be recalled.
LARGE, for systems with no connected subwoofer(s).
Check the instructions for adjusting channel levels within
each surround mode ( page 64, 65).
• You can adjust the channel levels for each of the following
surround modes: PURE DIRECT/DIRECT, STEREO,
DOLBY/DTS SURROUND, HOME THX CINEMA, 7CH
“Crossover Frequency” at the “Speaker
STEREO, WIDE SCREEN, SUPER STADIUM, ROCK ARENA,
JAZZ CLUB, CLASSIC CONCERT, MONO MOVIE, VIDEO • Display the “Crossover Frequency” screen.
GAME and MATRIX.
• When using either surround speakers A or B, or when using
surround speakers A and B at the same time, be sure to
adjust the balance of playback levels between each channel
for the various selections of “A”, “B” and “A + B”.
2 Adjusting the test tone using the remote control

unit
• As described below, this adjustment can be accomplished
via the with remote control unit. 2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the
frequency.
• Adjusting with the remote control unit using the test tones FIXED–THX–:
is only possible in the “Auto” mode and only effective in Set to the THX rated 80 Hz crossover frequency.
the STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND) and HOME
THX CINEMA modes. The adjusted levels for the different VARIABLE 40, 60, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 150, 200, 250
modes are automatically stored in the memory. Hz:
Set as desired according to your speakers’ bass
playback ability.
1 Press the TEST TONE button.

• Test tones are output from the different speakers.
Advanced
The crossover frequency can be set individually for
the different speakers ( page 119).

channel level so that the volume of the test
tones is the same for all the speakers. 3 Press the ENTER button to enter the setting.
3 After completing the adjustment, press the

TEST TONE button again.
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• If “LFE+Main” is set at “Subwoofer Setup”, “SW:LFE+Main”

( page 114, 115) is displayed at the top right of the
frequency.
screen.
• Please set all THX Certifies speakers to small and the

crossover to 80Hz. • If “LFE–THX–” is selected at “Subwoofer Setup”, the
• We recommend using with the crossover frequency set to frequencies can only be selected for speakers set to “Small”
“FIXED–THX–”, but depending on the speaker, setting it to a at “Speaker Configuration”.
different frequency may improve frequency response near
the crossover frequency.
• The crossover frequency mode is valid only when subwoofer
is set to ON, and when one or more speakers are set to
SMALL, as described in section “Speaker Configuration”
• If “LFE+Main” is set at “Subwoofer Setup”, the frequencies

Setting the crossover frequency can be selected regardless of the speaker size setting.
individually for the different channels

“Advanced” at the “Crossover Frequency”
screen.
Selecting the Surround Speakers for the
different surround modes
• This menu is displayed when both surround speakers A and

B are used.
• At this screen preset the surround speakers to be used in
each surround modes.

“Surround Sp Setup” at the “Speaker Setup”

speaker to be set.
• Display the “Surround Sp Setup” screen.
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surround mode, then press the CURSOR F or
G button to select the surround speaker.
“Boundary Gain Compensation”, then press
the ENTER button.
A:
B:
When surround speakers A is used.
3 Press the CURSOR F or G button, when using
a THX Ultra2 compatible subwoofer or
subwoofer that frequency response extends to
When surround speakers B is used.
20 Hz, select “Yes”. Otherwise select “No”.
A + B:
When both surround speakers A and B are used.

• For the “WIDE SCREEN” and “7CH STEREO” DSP

When “Yes” is selected:
simulation modes, the surround speakers can be set
“Boundary Gain Compensation” can be selected and
separately.
the compensation set to “OFF”.
If the bass sound seems too strong:
Set “Boundary Gain Compensation” to “ON”. This
2 About Speaker type setting when using both activates a filter that gently reduces very deep bass
surround speakers A and B below 55 Hz to provide the flattest overall deep bass
• If “Small” is set for either surround speakers A or B, the response. Select “ON” or “OFF” according to how
output is the same as when “Small” is set for both A and strong you prefer the deep bass response to be.
B.
Settings for using a THX Ultra2 compatible

subwoofer
• Make these settings when “Yes” is selected for the

subwoofer in the “Speaker Configuration” settings.
There is not displayed when “No” selected (
114).
page 113, 4 Press the ENTER button.
• Return to the “THX Audio Setup” screen.

“THX Audio Setup” at the “Speaker Setup”
• Display the “THX Audio Setup” screen.
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Surround Back Speaker Position Settings
• When two surround back speakers have been set in

“Speaker Configuration” ( page 113, 114), set the
distance of the speakers. There is not displayed when
“1spkr” selected.
• This setting is necessary to achieve the optimum effect in
the THX Surround EX, THX Ultra2 Cinema, THX Music mode
and THX Games mode. It is recommended that SBL/SBR
speakers are placed together as close as possible.

“Surround Back Speaker Position” at the
“THX Audio Setup” screen, then press the
ENTER button.

settings according to the distances of the two
surround back speakers ( page 112 : L11 ),
• Return to the “THX Audio Setup” screen.

• Return to the “Speaker Setup” menu screen.
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Others Setup
Setting the Room EQ Setup w Press the CURSOR F or G button to select

the equalizer setting.
• Select the setting of an Equalizer that has been set with Auto
Setup or Manual EQ. OFF:
The Equalizer is not used.

“Room EQ Setup” at the “Auto Setup / Room
EQ” menu, then press the ENTER button.
Audyssey:
Adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to
• Display the “Room EQ Setup” screen. Front:
Adjusts the frequency response of the surround
speakers to match the characteristics of the front
channel speakers.
Flat:
Adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to
the flattest response. This mode is suitable for
multi-channel music surround sound sources.
Manual:
Selects the setting value that was set in the Manual
EQ Setup.

“All” or “Assign”.
For details of the “Manual EQ Setup” (
103, 104).
page
All:
Assign:
Sets the Equalizer for all surround modes.
3-2 When “Assign” is selected:
After completing system setup, select the
desired equalizer setting pressing the ROOM
Sets the Equalizer individually for each surround
mode. EQ button.
• Equalizer settings for the individual surround modes
can be stored in the memory.
3-1 When “All” is selected:
q Press the ENTER button.
• Display the “Select the EQ Curve” screen.
Whenever the ROOM EQ button is pressed, the display
switches as shown below.
OFF Audyssey Front
Manual Flat

• The “Auto Setup / Room EQ” menu reappears.
• The Equalizer setting of “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat” can

be selected after performing the Auto Setup.
• When the speaker set as “None” with the Auto Setup is
changed to on manually, the equalizer of “Audyssey”,
“Front” and “Flat” cannot be used.
• The Equalizer setting can be selected directly by ROOM EQ
button.
• When headphones are connected, the Room EQ cannot be
used.
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Setting the Direct Mode Setup Setting the MIC Input Select
• Perform the ON/OFF setting of Room EQ when the surround • Sets whether the setup microphone is connected to the PIN
mode is “DIRECT” or “PURE DIRECT”. JACK (V.AUX L channel) connector or the MINI JACK (SETUP
MIC) connector.

“Direct Mode Setup” at the “Auto Setup /
Room EQ” menu, then press the ENTER 1 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
“Mic Input Select” at the “Auto Setup / Room
button. EQ” menu, then press the ENTER button.
• Display the “Direct Mode Setup” screen. • Display the “Mic Input Select” screen.

“ON” or “OFF”. 2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the
“Mic” or “V.AUX L”.

• The “Auto Setup / Room EQ” menu reappears. 3 Press the ENTER button to enter the setting.
Specifications and Setup Procedure for Non-DENON Microphone
Required Microphone for DENON Auto-Setup Room EQ : Product name Countryman B3
Required Microphone Amplifier Specification for DENON Auto-Setup Room EQ

• Gain : 29 dB
• Frequency Response : 10 ~ 30 kHz Full Flat (Ex : Rane MS1b)
Microphone Placement
• Set the microphone using microphone stand, or other method, at the prime listening position.
• Point the top of the microphone toward the ceiling.
• Adjust the height so that the top of microphone to matches the height of your ear when sitting.
Microphone Amplifier Gain Setting using Sound Level Meter and RMS Volt Meter
First you will need to adjust the “ microphone amplifier gain”.
(1) Connect the all speakers and the video monitor (for the on screen display) with the AVR-4806.
(2) Connect the microphone with the microphone amplifier.
(3) Turn on the AVR-4806 and the “microphone amplifier”.
(4) Turn on the “Phantom Supply” on the microphone amplifier.
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Pressure level with SPL meter at the

microphone point.
Adjust AVR volume SPL meter = 80 dB
(C)
MIC AMP with mic

AVR-4806 Speaker Microphone power supply ex. 120 mVrms
mixer amp.
Measure the output level

Use the internal test tones and adjust the mic amp gain
for mic amp calibration. to 120 mVrms using a RMS
volt meter.
(5) Set the Parameter “Test Tone” to “Manual” and “Test Tone Start” to “Yes” at “Channel Level” ( page 116 ~ 118).
(6) Once the test tone for Front Left (FL) speaker starts, check the Sound Pressure Level at the Listening Position with an
SPL Meter. You do not have to check any of the other channels.
(7) Adjust the “Main Volume” so that the Sound Pressure Level measures 80 dB (C-weighted).
(8) Once the “Main Volume” as been set, connect the output of microphone amplifier to the RMS Volt Meter.
(9) Adjust the “microphone amplifier’s gain” as the RMS Volt Meter becomes about 120 [mV RMS].
(10) Once set, exit out of “System Setup” and turn off the AVR-4806.
(11) Connect the output of the microphone amplifier to the AVR-4806’s front panel “V.AUX” Left channel audio input–located
behind Trap Door.
(12) Change the setting to “V.AUX L” at “Mic Input Select” ( page 123).
(13) Start “Auto Setup” ( page 19 ~ 25).
Check the parameter
• The results of the measured items can be checked.

items, then press the ENTER button.
• Display the verification screen.
• The EQ parameters that were set in Auto Setup can be
checked. For instructions on checking the results of each item
• This item is displayed, after the measurement result of the ( page 24).
“Auto Setup / Room EQ” is decided.

“Parameter Check” at the “Auto Setup / Room
“EQ Parameter Check”, then press the ENTER
button.
EQ” menu, then press the ENTER button. • Display the “EQ Parameter Check” screen.
• Display the “Parameter Check” screen.
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Equalizer curve, then press the ENTER button.
• Display the “EQ Check” screen.
8 The results of the “Auto Setup” procedure can
be reset even if the settings have been changed
after performing the “Auto Setup” procedure:
“Restore Yes 0”, then press the CURSOR F
button.
The display is only an approximate picture of the

response and that correction is happening at all
frequencies.

speaker channel. 9 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the
6 If the check ends, pressing the CURSOR D or H

button to select the “Exit”, then press the
ENTER button.
• The “EQ Parameter Check” screen reappears.


• The “Parameter Check” screen reappears.
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System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)
1. Auto Setup/Room EQ
Auto Setup / Room EQ Default settings Page
This unit performs an analysis of the speaker system and
1 Auto Setup measures the acoustic characteristics of your room to – 19~25
permit an appropriate automatic setting.
Room EQ Set the Room EQ setting with All or Assign for each
2 All, Room EQ = OFF 122
Setup surround mode.
Direct Mode Set the ON/OFF setting of Room EQ, in the case of the
3 OFF 123
Setup surround mode is in “Direct” or “Pure Direct”.
Mic Input Set this to switch the Mic Input jack for use for Mic or
4 Mic 123, 124
Select V.AUX L-channel input terminal.
2. Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup Default settings Page
Input the combination of speakers in your system and their Surround Sp. Surround Back
corresponding sizes (SMALL for regular speakers, LARGE Front Sp. Center Sp. Subwoofer
Speaker A/B Sp.
1 for full-size, full-range) to automatically set the composition 113, 114
Configuration
of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency Small Small Yes Small Small / 2spkrs
response.
Subwoofer
2 This selects the subwoofer for playing deep bass signals. LFE —THX— 114, 115
Setup
This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the Front Surround Surround Surround
Center Subwoofer
3 Delay Time audio signals are produced from the speakers and L&R L & R (A) L & R (B) Back 115, 116
subwoofer according to the listening position. 12 ft (3.6 m) 12 ft (3.6 m) 12 ft (3.6 m) 10 ft (3.0 m) 10 ft (3.0 m) 10 ft (3.0 m)
This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the Front Front
Center Surround L Surround R
Surround Surround
Subwoofer
Channel L R Back L Back R
4 speakers and subwoofer for the different channels in order 116~118
Level
to obtain optimum effects. 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB
Crossover Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the
5 FIXED —THX— 118, 119
Frequency various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer.
Use this function when using multiple surround
speaker combinations for more ideal surround Surround THX/DOLBY/ THX/DOLBY/ THX/ WIDE 7 CH DSP MULTI CH
Surround sound. Once the combinations of surround mode DTS CINEMA DTS MUSIC DOLBY GAME SCREEN STEREO SIMULATION MODE
6 Speaker speakers to be used for the different surround 119, 120
Setup modes are preset, the surround speakers are Surround
selected automatically according to the speaker A A A A A A A
surround mode.
When using a THX Ultra2 compatible
Boundary Gain
subwoofer, set the subwoofer’s frequency THX Ultra2 Subwoofer = NO 120
compensation
THX Audio response.
7
Setup Surround Back
When using two surround back speakers,
Speaker The Distance Between SBL/SBR = 0 ft to 1 ft (0 m to 0.3 m) 121
set the distance of the two speakers.
Position
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3. Audio Input Setup
Audio Input Setup Default settings Page
Input CDR /
CD DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 V.AUX
Digital In This assigns the digital input terminals for the source TAPE
1 89, 90
Assign different input sources. Digital
COAX 1 COAX 2 COAX 3 OPT 1 OFF OPT 2 OPT 3 OFF OPT 4 OPT 5
Inputs
2 EXT.IN Setup Set the Ext.In terminal playback method. Surr.Sp = Surr.A, SW Level = +15dB 90
CDR /
Input The playback level is corrected individually for the different TUNER PHONO CD TAPE DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 V.AUX
3 91
Function Lev. input sources.
0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB
Function The names of the different input source can be changed as CDR /
4 TUNER PHONO CD DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 V.AUX 91, 92
Rename desired and displayed on the display. TAPE
IEEE1394 The connected IEEE1394 device can be automatically
5 – 92
Assign identified to assign the input source.
IEEE1394 Set the function for associating playback of the connected
6 Auto Function = OFF 93
Auto Func. IEEE1394 device on or off.
A1 ~ A8 87.5/89.1/98.1/107.9/90.1/90.1/90.1/90.1 MHz
B1 ~ B8 520/600/1000/1400/1500/1710 kHz, 90.1/90.1 MHz
Auto C1 ~ C8 90.1 MHz

FM stations are received automatically and
Preset D1 ~ D8 90.1 MHz 93
stored in the memory.
Memory
E1 ~ E8 90.1 MHz
Tuner
7 F1 ~ F8 90.1 MHz
Presets
G1 ~ G8 90.1 MHz
Preset Preset channels that are not used often can be
All preset channels = OFF 94
Skip skipped.
Preset The preset channels can be given the names
– 94, 95
Name you want.
4. Video Setup
Video Setup Default settings Page
The HDMI or DVI input terminals are assigned for the DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 V.AUX
HDMI/DVI In
1 different input sources. 96, 97
Assign
Select the HDMI audio signal playback method. NONE NONE NONE NONE NONE NONE NONE NONE
Component This assigns the component video input terminals for the DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 V.AUX
2 97
In Assign different input sources. 1-RCA 2-RCA 3-RCA NONE NONE NONE NONE NONE
Video Convert Set the input signal to be output from the monitor output
3 AUTO 97, 98
Mode terminal.
This sets whether or not to use the function for converting
analog video (composite video, S-Video or component
HDMI Out video) signals into HDMI signals.
4 Convert = ON, Color Space = Y Cb Cr, RGB Mode = Normal 98, 99
Assign When using this conversion function, set the color format
and video range of the signals output from the HDMI
terminal.
Set the audio delay timing to synchronize the sound and
5 Audio Delay 0 ms 99
video.
This sets whether or not to display the on-screen display
On Screen
6 that appears on the monitor screen when the controls on Function/Mode = ON, Master Volume = ON, Mode = Mode 1 100
Display
the remote control unit or main unit are operated.
5. Advanced Playback
Advanced Playback Default settings Page
2ch The speaker settings can be changed specifically for
1 Basic 101
Direct/Stereo playing in the 2-channel direct or stereo mode.
Dolby Digital Turn the audio compression on or off when down-mixing
2 OFF 102
Setup Dolby Digital signals.
Auto
3 Surround Set the Auto surround mode function. Auto Surround Mode = ON 102
Mode
Manual EQ This parameter is for optimizing the Room EQ with which
4 All Channels and Frequency = 0 dB 103, 104
Setup the audio signals are produced from the speakers.
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6. Option Setup
Option Setup Default settings Page
Channel The number of channels that you wish to play back in each Main Zone Zone2 Zone3
1 105
Setup zone are assigned to each zone accordingly. Surr.B = Used, S.Back = 2sp Stereo Stereo
To suit your preference, a power amp other than the front
can be assigned to a playback channel, and the front Front Center Surr. A Surr. B S. Back
Power Amp
2 channel bi-amp playback, or the ZONE2 or ZONE3 106, 107
Assign
playback channel can be output from the AVR-4806 Front Center Surr. A Surr. B S. Back
speakers.
This sets the volume level of each zone output.
Volume Limit:
Main Vol.Limit = OFF, P. On Lev. = LAST, Mute Lev. = FULL
This sets the upper limit for the master
volume.
Power On Level:
This sets the volume level upon switching on
Volume
3 the power of each zone. Zone2 Vol.Lev. = VAR, Vol.Limit = OFF, P. On Lev. = LAST, Mute Lev. = FULL 108
Control
Mute Level:
This sets the amount of attenuation of the
audio output when each zone is muted.
Volume Level:
Zone3 Vol.Lev. = VAR, Vol.Limit = OFF, P. On Lev. = LAST, Mute Lev. = FULL
This sets whether the output level of ZONE2
to 3 is fixed or variable.
ZONE = MAIN, All Surround Modes = ON
Trigger CDR /
TUNER PHONO CD DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 V.AUX
Out 1 TAPE
OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON
ZONE = 2
This sets the Trigger Out output for the
Trigger Out different input sources. Trigger CDR /
4 TUNER PHONO CD DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 V.AUX 109
Setup If “ZONE = MAIN” is selected, settings can be Out 2 TAPE
made for the individual surround modes. ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON
ZONE = 3
Trigger CDR /
TUNER PHONO CD DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 V.AUX
Out 3 TAPE
ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON
Zone2/3 Adjust the tone and channel level of the sound Zone2 Bass = 0 dB, Treble = 0 dB, HPF = OFF, L/R = 0 dB
5 110
Tone/Ch Lev. output from ZONE2 and ZONE3. Zone3 Bass = 0 dB, Treble = 0 dB, HPF = OFF, L/R = 0 dB
Digital Out This sets the OPTICAL2 output for digital audio recording
6 ZONE3/REC SELECT 111
Assign “ZONE3/REC SELECT”, or “ZONE2 SELECT”.
User This stores the current user settings in the

– 111
Setup Memory memory.
7
Memory/Lock Setup This sets whether or not to lock the system
Setup Lock = OFF 112
Lock setup settings so that they cannot be changed.
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Troubleshooting
If a problem should arise, first check the following.
1. Are the connections correct?
2. Have you operated the receiver according to the Operating Instructions?
3. Are the speakers, and other connected components operating properly?
If this unit is not operating properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a
malfunction. Disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.
Symptom Cause Measures Page

Display not lit and sound not • Power supply cord not plugged in securely. • Check the insertion of the power supply cord 41
produced when power switch plug.
set to on.
• Speaker cables not securely connected. • Connect securely. 15, 16
• FUNCTION knob position is not appropriate. • Switch to the proper position. 43
Display lit but sound not
• Volume control set to minimum. • Turn volume up to suitable level. 43
produced.
• MUTING is on. • Switch off MUTING. 44
• No digital signal is being input. • Properly select a digital signal input source. 89, 90
• AVR-4806’s video output terminals and • Check that the connections are correct. 17, 18,
monitor’s input terminals are not properly 26 ~ 41
connected.
Nothing is displayed on monitor. • Monitor TV’s input setting is wrong. • Set the TV’s input selector to the terminals to —
which video signals are connected.
• The PURE DIRECT mode is set. • Set a surround mode other than the PURE 49
DIRECT mode.
• DVD player’s audio output setting is not set to • Make the DVD player’s initial settings. —
bit stream.
No DTS sound is produced.
• DVD player is not DTS-compatible. • Use a DTS-compatible player. —
• AVR-4806’s input setting is set to analog. • Set to AUTO or DTS. 45
Ultra2 Cinema / THX Music • Surround back speaker set to 1. • Connect two surround back speakers. 16, 113,
Mode / THX Games Mode 114, 121
cannnot be set.
• Copying between a source such as DVD and a • Copying is not possible. —
Copying from DVD to VCR is not VCR is not usually possible, as DVDs are often
possible. encoded with copy-protection signals that
prevent VCR recording.
• Subwoofer’s power is not on. • Turn on the power. —
• Subwoofer’s initial setting is set to “NO”. • Set the setting to “YES”. 113, 114
No sound is produced from
• Subwoofer’s output is not connected. • Connect properly. 16, 41
subwoofer.
• The subwoofer’s channel volume level is set • Turn the subwoofer’s channel volume level up. 64
to “OFF”.
• Surround mode is set to a mode other than • Set to Dolby Surround. —
No test tones are produced.
Dolby Surround.
No sound is produced from • Surround mode is set to “STEREO”. • Set to a mode other than “STEREO”. —
surround speakers.
• Batteries dead. • Replace with new batteries. 8
• Remote control unit too far from this unit. • Move closer. 9
This unit does not operate
• Obstacle between this unit and remote control • Remove obstacle. 9
properly when remote control
unit.
unit is used.
• Different button is being pressed. • Press the proper button. —
• < and > ends of battery inserted in reverse. • Insert batteries properly. 8
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause Measures Page
• AVR-4806’s HDMI output terminals and • Check the HDMI connection. 35, 36
monitor’s input terminals are not properly
connected.
• No HDMI/DVI-D signal is being input. • Properly select HDMI or DVI-D signal input 96, 97
source.
An image is not projected with
• The connected monitor equipment or other • The AVR-4806 will not output video signal 35, 36
an HDMI/DVI-D connection.
equipments do not support HDCP. unless the other equipment supports HDCP.
• The output format of the connected player • Check whether the output format of the 35, 36
(HDMI/DVI-D FORMAT) does not matche the connected player (HDMI/DVI-D FORMAT)
supported input format of connected monitor matches the supported input format of
equipments. connected monitor equipments.
• The AVR-4806 does not play HDMI audio • Set the HDMI audio playback setting at the 96, 97
signals. “HDMI/DVI In Assign” settings to “AMP”.
The HDMI audio is not output.
• The HDMI audio signals are not output from • Set the HDMI audio playback setting at the 96, 97
the connected monitor device. “HDMI/DVI In Assign” settings to “TV”.
• The set’s internal temperature has risen and • Put the AVR-4806 in a well-ventilated place.
the protection circuit has been activated. • Turn off the power, then wait for the set to
fully cool off before turning the power back on.
Power has turned off and the • The core wires of the speaker cables are • Check the connections of all the speaker 15
power indicator is flashing red. touching each other or the AVR-4806’s rear cables.
panel, activating the protection circuit.
• AVR-4806 is malfunctioning. • Turn off the power and contact a DENON
customer service center.
• You are playing a monaural source (TV, AM • When playing monaural sources, select a 60, 61
Sound is only produced from the
radio broadcast, etc.) in the DOLBY/DTS surround mode other than DOLBY/DTS
center speaker.
SURROUND or HOME THX CINEMA mode. SURROUND or HOME THX CINEMA.
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Additional Information
Optimum surround sound for different • Other types of audio:
These signals are designed to recreate a 360° sound field
sources using three to five speakers.
There are currently various types of multi-channel signals

(signals or formats with more than two channels). FL SW C FR
2 Types of multi-channel signals

Dolby Digital (including Surround EX), DTS (including
Surround ES), DVD-Audio, and Super Audio CD.
Note on the above: MUSE 3.1 and MPEG multi-channel
audio are not available to North American consumers –
same is true for Dolby’s AAC.
SL SR
“Source” here does not refer to the type of signal (format) but
the recorded content. Sources can be divided into two major
categories. In this case the speakers should surround the listener from
all sides to create a uniform sound field from 360°. Ideally
the surround speakers should function as “point” sound
2 Types of sources
sources in the same way as the front speakers.
• Movie audio:
Signals created to be played in movie theaters. In general
These two types of sources thus have different properties, and
sound is recorded to be played in movie theaters equipped
different speaker settings, particularly for the surround
with multiple surround speakers, regardless of the format
speakers, are required in order to achieve the ideal sound.
(Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.).
Movie theater sound field The AVR-4806’s surround speaker selection function makes
Listening room it possible to change the settings according to the
FL SW C FR
sound field combination of surround speakers being used and the
surrounding environment in order to achieve the ideal
SL SR FL SW C FR
surround sound for all sources. This means that you can
SL SR
connect a pair of bipolar or dipolar surround speakers
(mounted on either side of the prime listening position), as
well as a separate pair of direct radiating (monopolar)
speakers placed at the rear corners of the listening room.
SB
SB
Multiple surround speakers
In this case it is important to achieve the same sense of

expansion as in a movie theater with the surround
channels.
To do so, in some cases the number of surround speakers
is increased (to four or eight) or speakers with bipolar or
dipolar properties are used.
 SL : Surround L channel
 SR : Surround R channel

 SB : Surround B (back) channel
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Surround back speakers Speaker(s) for one or two channels are required in order to
achieve a THX Surround EX system with the AVR-4806.
Adding these, however, allows you to achieve stronger
The THX Surround EX format adds new “Surround Back” (SB) surround effects not only with sources recorded in THX
channels to the conventional 5.1-channel system. This makes Surround EX, but also with conventional 2- to 5.1-channel
it easy to achieve sound positioned directly behind the sources. The WIDE SCREEN mode is a mode for achieving
listener, something that was previously difficult with sources surround sound with up to 7.1 channels using surround back
designed for conventional multi surround speakers. In speakers, for sources recorded in conventional Dolby
addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and Surround as well as Dolby Digital 5.1-channel and DTS
the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of Surround 5.1-channel sources. Furthermore, all the Denon
the surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the original surround modes ( page 60) are compatible with
back and from the front to the point directly behind the 7.1-channel playback, so you can enjoy 7.1-channel sound
listening position. with any signal source.
Change of positioning and acoustic image

with 5.1-channel systems
2 Number of surround back speakers
With THX Surround EX, the surround back channel
FL SW C FR consists of one channel of playback signals, but we
recommend using two speakers. When using dipolar
speakers in particular, it is essential to use two speakers.
Using two speakers results in a smoother blend with the
sound of the surround channels and better sound
positioning of the surround back channel when listening
from a position other than the center.
2 Placement of the surround left and right

channels when using surround back speakers
Using surround back speakers greatly improves the
positioning of the sound at the rear. Because of this, the
SL ch SR ch
surround left and right channels play an important role in
Movement of acoustic image from SR to SL achieving a smooth transition of the acoustic image from
the front to the back. As shown on the diagram above, in
Change of positioning and acoustic image a movie theater the surround signals are also produced
with THX Surround EX system from diagonally in front of the listeners, creating an
FL SW C FR
acoustic image as if the sound were floating in space.
To achieve these effects, we recommend placing the
speakers for the surround left and right channels slightly
more towards the front than with conventional surround
systems. Doing so sometimes increases the surround
effect when playing conventional 5.1-channel sources in
SL ch SR ch the THX Surround EX mode. Check the surround effects of
the various modes before selecting the surround mode.
SB ch
Movement of acoustic image from SR to SB to SL
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Speaker setting examples • When using two surround back speakers, set them at the
back facing front and with both speakers at the same
distance from the listening point. When using one
Here we describe a number of speaker settings for different
surround back speaker, place it at the rear center facing the
purposes. Use these examples as guides to set up your
front at a slightly higher position (0 to 20 cm) than the
system according to the type of speakers used and the main
surround speakers.
usage purpose.
• We recommend installing the surround back speaker(s) at
a slightly downward facing angle. This effectively prevents
[1] For THX Surround EX systems the surround back channel signals from reflecting off the
(using surround back speakers) monitor or screen at the front center, resulting in
interference and making the sense of movement from the
q Basic setting for primarily watching movies front to the back less sharp.
This is recommended when mainly playing movies and • Connect the surround speakers to the surround speaker A
using regular single way or 2-way speakers for the surround terminals on the AVR-4806 and set settings on the setup
speakers. menu to “A”. (This is the factory default setting ( page
126).)
Front speakers
Center speaker
w Setting for primarily watching movies using
diffusion type speakers for the surround
speakers
Monitor
For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment,
Subwoofer
diffuse radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar
45° (THX) types, provide a wider dispersion than is possible to
obtain from a direct radiating speaker (monopolar). Place
Surround these speakers at either side of the prime listening
speakers position, mounted above ear level.
Path of the surround sound from the

speakers to the listening position
Surround back speakers

[ As seen from above ]
Surround speaker Surround back

speaker Surround
Point slightly speakers
Front speaker downwards
60 to 90 cm
[ As seen from the side ] Surround back speakers

• Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush
with the TV or monitor screen as possible. Set the center
Surround speaker Surround back
speaker between the front left and right speakers and no speaker
further from the listening position than the front speakers. Point slightly
• Consult the owner’s manual for your subwoofer for advice Front speaker downwards
on placing the subwoofer within the listening room. 60 to 90 cm
• If the surround speakers are direct-radiating (monopolar)
then place them slightly behind and at an angle to the
listening position and parallel to the walls at a position 60
to 90 centimeters (2 to 3 feet) above ear level at the prime
[ As seen from the side ]
listening position.
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• Set the front speakers, center speaker and subwoofer in • Set the front speakers slightly wider apart than the setup
the same positions as in example (1). for watching movies only and point them toward the
• It is best to place the surround speakers directly at the side listening position in order assure clear positioning of the
or slightly to the front of the viewing position, and 60 to 90 sound.
cm above the ears. • Set the center speaker in the same positions as in example
• Same as surround back speaker installation method (1). (1).
• Connect the surround speakers to the surround speaker A • Set surround speakers A for watching movies in the
terminals on the AVR-4806 and set settings on the setup positions described in example (1) or (2), depending on the
menu to “A”. (This is the factory default setting ( page types of speakers used.
126).) • Set surround speakers B for playing multi-channel music at
• The signals from the surround channels reflect off the the same height as the front speakers and slightly at an
walls as shown on the diagram at the left, creating an angle to the rear of the listening position, and point them
enveloping and realistic surround sound presentation. toward the listening position.
For multi-channel music sources however, the use of • Connect the surround speakers for watching movies to the
bipolar or dipolar speakers mounted at the sides of the surround speaker A terminals on the AVR-4806, the
listening position may not be satisfactory in order to create surround speakers for playing multi-channel music to the
a coherent 360 degree surround sound field. Connect surround speaker B terminals. Set the surround speaker
another pair of direct radiating speakers as described in selection on the setup menu. (For instructions ( page
example (3) and place them at the rear corners of the room 119, 120).)
facing towards the prime listening position. • To activate the appropriate speakers for movies and music,
we suggest that during setup, choose Dolby Digital/DTS
e When using different surround speakers for with THX and Surround Speakers A (the bipolar or dipolar
movies and music speakers mounted at the sides of the listening position).
To achieve more effective surround sound for both movies Choose Dolby Digital/DTS without THX and Surround
and music, use different sets of surround speakers and Speakers B (the direct radiating speakers mounted at the
different surround modes for the two types of sources. rear corners of the listening room). Then, by simply
activating the THX function (used during movie playback,
Front speakers the Surround A speakers are automatically activated. For
Center speaker multi-channel music listening (Dolby Digital or DTS music
programs), turn off the THX enhancements by touching
the THX button on the remote control, and the Surround B
Monitor speakers will be automatically activated.
Subwoofer Example: Movie sources (Dolby, DTS surround, etc.)
“THX” or “THX 5.1” mode … Speakers A
45 ~ 60° Music sources (DVD video, DTS CD, etc.)
Surround “Dolby/DTS surround” … Speakers B
speakers A The speakers can be switched at the touch of a button
by turning HOME THX CINEMA on when playing
movies and off when playing multi-channel music.
140°
Surround back speakers

Surround speakers B
Surround Surround back

speakers A speaker
Point slightly
Front speaker downwards
60 to 90 cm
Surround speakers B
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[2] When not using surround back speakers Surround
Front speakers
The AVR-4806 is equipped with a digital signal processing
Center speaker
circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround
mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie
theater.
Monitor
Subwoofer
[1] Dolby Surround
45°
q Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format
developed by Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby Digital consists of up to “5.1” channels - front left,
front right, center, surround left, surround right, and an
additional channel exclusively reserved for additional deep
120° bass sound effects (the Low Frequency Effects – LFE –
channel, also called the “.1” channel, containing bass
Surround speakers frequencies of up to 120 Hz).
[ As seen from above ] Unlike the analog Dolby Pro Logic format, Dolby Digital’s
main channels can all contain full range sound information,
from the lowest bass, up to the highest frequencies – 22
Surround speaker
kHz. The signals within each channel are distinct from the
others, allowing pinpoint sound imaging, and Dolby Digital
Front speaker offers tremendous dynamic range from the most powerful
60 to 90 cm sound effects to the quietest, softest sounds, free from
noise and distortion.
2 Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic

Comparison of
home surround Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic
• Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush systems
with the TV or monitor screen as possible. Set the center
No. recorded
speaker between the front left and right speakers and no channels (elements)
5.1 ch 2 ch
further from the listening position than the front speakers.
• Consult the owner’s manual for your subwoofer for advice No. playback
5.1 ch 4 ch
channels
on placing the subwoofer within the listening room.
• If the surround speakers are direct-radiating (monopolar) Playback channels L, R, C, S
L, R, C, SL, SR, SW
then place them slightly behind and at an angle to the (max.) (SW - recommended)
listening position and parallel to the walls at a position 60 Digital discrete
Analog matrix
to 90 centimeters (2 to 3 feet) above ear level at the prime Audio processing
processing Dolby
processing Dolby
listening position. Digital encoding/
Surround
decoding
• Connect the surround speakers to the surround speaker A
terminals on the AVR-4806 and set settings on the setup High frequency
menu to “A”. (This is the factory default setting ( page playback limit of 20 kHz 7 kHz
surround channel
126).)
• The surround speakers can be switched freely during
playback with the surround parameter adjustment (
page 45).
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2 Dolby Digital compatible media and playback Sources recorded in Dolby Surround
methods • These are sources in which three or more channels of
Marks indicating Dolby Digital compatibility: . surround have been recorded as two channels of
signals using Dolby Surround encoding technology.
The following are general examples. Also refer to the
• Dolby Surround is used for the sound tracks of movies
player’s operating instructions.
recorded on DVDs, LDs and video cassettes to be
played on stereo VCRs, as well as for the stereo
Dolby Digital output Playback method
Media broadcast signals of FM radio, TV, satellite broadcasts
terminals (reference page)
and cable TV.
Optical or coaxial • Decoding these signals with Dolby Pro Logic makes it
Set the input mode to
DVD digital output
“AUTO” ( page possible to achieve multi-channel surround playback.
1 (same as for PCM)
45). The signals can also be played on ordinary stereo
1
equipment, in which case they provide normal stereo
Others Optical or coaxial Set the input mode to
(satellite broadcasts, digital output “AUTO” ( page sound.
CATV, etc.) (same as for PCM) 45). • There are two types of DVD Dolby Surround recording
signals.
1: Some DVD digital outputs have the function of q 2-channel PCM stereo signals
switching the Dolby Digital signal output method w 2-channel Dolby Digital signals
between “bit stream” and “(convert to) PCM”. When
playing in Dolby Digital surround on the AVR-4806, 2 Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are
switch the DVD player’s output mode to “bit stream”. indicated with the logo mark shown below
In some cases players are equipped with both “bit Dolby Surround support mark:
stream + PCM” and “PCM only” digital outputs. In this
case connect the “bit stream + PCM” terminals to the
AVR-4806. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX” and the double-D
w Dolby Pro Logic II symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• Dolby Pro Logic II is a new multi-channel playback format
developed by Dolby Laboratories using feedback logic r Dolby Headphone
steering technology and offering improvements over • This is a three-dimensional sound technology developed
conventional Dolby Pro Logic circuits. jointly by Dolby Laboratories and Lake Technology Ltd. of
• Dolby Pro Logic II can be used to decode not only sources Australia for achieving surround sound using regular
recorded in Dolby Surround ( ) but also regular stereo headphones.
sources into five channels (front left, front right, center, • Previously, when using headphones all the sounds
surround left and surround right) to achieve surround resonated inside the head and it was uncomfortable to
sound. listen with headphones for long periods of time. Dolby
• Whereas with conventional Dolby Pro Logic the surround Headphone simulates speaker playback in a room and
channel playback frequency band was limited, Dolby Pro places the sound at the front or the sides, outside the
Logic II offers a wider band range (20 Hz to 20 kHz or head, to achieve a powerful sound like the sound of movie
greater). In addition, the surround channels were monaural or home theaters. This technology is mainly for
(the surround left and right channels were the same) with multichannel audio/video equipment with Dolby Digital or
previous Dolby Pro Logic, but Dolby Pro Logic II they are Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoding functions and works
played as stereo signals. with a high performance digital signal processing (DSP)
• Various parameters can be set according to the type of chip.
source and the contents, so it is possible to achieve • Dolby Headphone is effective not only for multichannel
optimum decoding ( page 56). sources but also for stereo programs.
• On the AVR-4806, it is possible to output signals encoded
e Dolby Pro Logic IIx in the Dolby Headphone mode from the recording output
• Dolby Pro Logic IIx furthers the matrix decoding technology terminal and record them on a separate recorder.
of Dolby Pro Logic II to decode audio signals recorded on
two channels into up to 7.1 playback channels, including
the surround back channel. Dolby Pro Logic IIx also allows
5.1-channel sources to be played in up to 7.1 channels.
The mode can be selected according to the source. The
Music mode is best suited for playing music, the Cinema
mode for playing movies, and the Game mode for playing
games. The Game mode can only be used with 2-channel
audio sources.
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[2] DTS Digital Surround 1: DTS signals are recorded in the same way on CDs and
DTS Digital Surround (also called simply DTS) is a multi- LDs as PCM signals. Because of this, the un-decoded
channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater DTS signals are output as random “hissy” noise from
Systems. the CD or LD player’s analog outputs. If this noise is
DTS offers the same “5.1” playback channels as Dolby played with the amplifier set at a very high volume, it
Digital (front left, front right and center, surround left and may possibly cause damage to the speakers. To avoid
surround right) as well as the stereo 2-channel mode. The this, be sure to switch the input mode to “AUTO” or
signals for the different channels are fully independent, “DTS” before playing CDs or LDs recorded in DTS.
eliminating the risk of deterioration of sound quality due to Also, never switch the input mode to “ANALOG” or
interference between signals, crosstalk, etc. “PCM” during playback. The same holds true when
DTS features a relatively higher bit rate as compared to playing CDs or LDs on a DVD player or LD/DVD
Dolby Digital (1234 kbps for CDs and LDs, 1536 kbps for compatible player. For DVDs, the DTS signals are
DVDs) so it operates with a relatively low compression recorded in a special way so this problem does not
rate. Because of this the amount of data is great, and occur.
when DTS playback is used in movie theaters, a separate 2: The signals provided at the digital outputs of a CD or LD
CD-ROM synchronized with the film is played. player may undergo some sort of internal signal
With LDs and DVDs, there is of course no need for an processing (output level adjustment, sampling
extra disc; the pictures and sound can be recorded frequency conversion, etc.). In this case the DTS-
simultaneously on the same disc, so the discs can be encoded signals may be processed erroneously, in
handled in the same way as discs with other formats. which case they cannot be decoded by the AVR-4806,
There are also music CDs recorded in DTS. These CDs or may only produce noise. Before playing DTS signals
include 5.1-channel surround signals (compared to two for the first time, turn down the master volume to a low
channels on current CDs). They do not include picture data, level, start playing the DTS disc, then check whether
but they offer surround playback on CD players that are the DTS indicator on the AVR-4806 ( page 53) lights
equipped with digital outputs (PCM type digital output before turning up the master volume.
required). 3: A DVD player with DTS-compatible digital output is
DTS surround track playback offers the same intricate, required to play DTS DVDs. A DTS Digital Output logo
grand sound as in a movie theater, right in your own is featured on the front panel of compatible DVD
listening room. players. Recent DENON DVD player models feature
DTS-compatible digital output – consult the player’s
2 DTS compatible media and playback methods owner’s manual for information on configuring the
digital output for DTS playback of DTS-encoded DVDs.
Marks indicating DTS compatibility: and .
The following are general examples. Also refer to the
MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DIGITAL
player’s operating instructions.
THEATER SYSTEMS, INC.
U.S. PAT. NO’S. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
DTS Digital output Playback method 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 AND OTHER U.S. AND
Media
terminals (reference page)
WORLD–WIDE PATENTS ISSUED AND PENDING.
Set the input mode to
“DTS”, “DTS–ES”, “Neo:6”, AND “DTS 96/24” ARE
Optical or coaxial “AUTO” or “DTS”
digital output ( page 45, 46). TRADEMARKS OF DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ©
CD 1996, 2003 DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ALL
(same as for PCM) Never set the mode
2 to “ANALOG” or RIGHTS RESERVED.
“PCM”. 1
Optical or coaxial Set the input mode to
digital output “AUTO” or “DTS”
DVD
(same as for PCM) ( page 45, 46).
3
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[3] DTS-ES Extended Surround™ When DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 or Matrix 6.1 encoded sources
DTS-ES Extended Surround is a new multi-channel digital are decoded with a DTS-ES decoder, the format is
signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. automatically detected upon decoding and the optimum
While offering high compatibility with the conventional playing mode is selected. However, some Matrix 6.1
DTS Digital Surround format, DTS-ES Extended Surround sources may be detected as having a 5.1-channel format,
greatly improves the 360-degree surround impression and so the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 mode must be set manually to
space expression thanks to further expanded surround play these sources. (For instructions on selecting the
signals. This format has been used professionally in movie surround mode ( page 52).)
theaters since 1999. The DTS-ES decoder includes another function, the DTS
In addition to the 5.1 surround channels (FL, FR, C, SL, SR Neo:6 surround mode for 6.1-channel playback of digital
and LFE), DTS-ES Extended Surround also offers the SB PCM and analog signal sources.
(Surround Back, sometimes also referred to as “surround
center”) channel for surround playback with a total of 6.1 2 DTS Neo:6™ surround
channels. DTS-ES Extended Surround includes two signal This mode applies conventional 2-channel signals to the
formats with different surround signal recording methods, high precision digital matrix decoder used for DTS-ES
as described below. Matrix 6.1 to achieve 6.1-channel surround playback. High
precision input signal detection and matrix processing
2 DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 enable full band reproduction (frequency response of 20
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 is the newest recording format. With Hz to 20 kHz or greater) for all 6.1 channels, and separation
it, all 6.1 channels (including the SB channel) are recorded between the different channels is improved to the same
independently using a digital discrete system. The main level as that of a digital discrete system.
feature of this format is that because the SL, SR and SB DTS Neo:6 surround includes two modes for selecting the
channels are fully independent, the sound can be designed optimum decoding for the signal source.
with total freedom and it is possible to achieve a sense
that the acoustic images are moving about freely among • DTS Neo:6 Cinema
the background sounds surrounding the listener from 360 This mode is optimum for playing movies. Decoding is
degrees. performed with emphasis on separation performance to
Though maximum performance is achieved when sound achieve the same atmosphere with 2-channel sources as
tracks recorded with this system are played using a DTS- with 6.1-channel sources.
ES decoder, when played with a conventional DTS decoder This mode is effective for playing sources recorded in
the SB channel signals are automatically down-mixed to conventional surround formats as well, because the in-
the SL and SR channels, so none of the signal components phase component is assigned mainly to the center channel
are lost. (C) and the reversed phase component to the surround
(SL, SR and SB channels).
2 DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1
With this format, the additional SB channel signals • DTS Neo:6 Music
undergo matrix encoding and are input to the SL and SR This mode is suited mainly for playing music. The front
channels beforehand. Upon playback they are decoded to channel (FL and FR) signals bypass the decoder and are
the SL, SR and SB channels. The performance of the played directly so there is no loss of sound quality, and the
encoder used at the time of recording can be fully matched effect of the surround signals output from the center (C)
using a high precision digital matrix decoder developed by and surround (SL, SR and SB) channels add a natural sense
DTS, thereby achieving surround sound more faithful to of expansion to the sound field.
the producer’s sound design aims than with conventional
5.1- or 6.1-channel systems.
In addition, the bit stream format is 100% compatible with
conventional DTS signals, so the effect of the Matrix 6.1
format can be achieved even with 5.1-channel signal
sources. Of course it is also possible to play DTS-ES Matrix
6.1 encoded sources with a DTS 5.1-channel decoder.
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[4] DTS 96/24 [5] Home THX Cinema Surround
The sampling frequency, number of bits and number of THX is an exclusive set of standards and technologies
channels used for recording of music, etc., in studios has established by the world-renowned film production
been increasing in recent years, and there are a growing company, Lucasfilm Ltd. THX grew from George Lucas’
number of high quality signal sources, including 96 kHz/24 personal desire to make your experience of the film
bit 5.1-channel sources. soundtrack, in both movie theaters and in your home
For example, there are high picture/sound quality DVD theater, as faithful as possible to what the director
video sources with 96 kHz/24 bit stereo PCM audio tracks. intended.
However, because the data rate for these audio tracks is Movie soundtracks are mixed in special movie theaters
extremely high, there are limits to recording them on two called dubbing stages and are designed to be played back
channels only, and since the quality of the pictures must in movie theaters with similar equipment and conditions.
be restricted it is common to only include still pictures. The soundtrack created for movie theaters is then
In addition, 96 kHz/24 bit 5.1-channel surround is possible transferred directly onto Laserdisc, VHS tape, DVD, etc.,
with DVD audio sources, but DVD audio players are and is not changed for playback in a small home theater
required to play them with this high quality. environment.
DTS 96/24 is a multi-channel digital signal format THX engineers developed patented technologies to
developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. in order to deal accurately translate the sound from the movie theater
with this situation. environment into the home, correcting the tonal and
Conventional surround formats used sampling frequencies spatial errors that occur. On the AVR-4806, when the
of 48 or 44.1 kHz, so 20 kHz was about the maximum Home THX Cinema mode is on, THX post-processing is
playback signal frequency. With DTS 96/24, the sampling automatically added after the Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby
frequency is increased to 96 or 88.2 kHz to achieve a wide Digital or DTS decoder:
frequency range of over 40 kHz.
In addition, DTS 96/24 has a resolution of 24 bits, resulting 2 Re-Equalization™
in the same frequency band and dynamic range as 96 The tonal balance of a film soundtrack will be excessively
kHz/24 bit PCM. bright and harsh when played back over audio equipment
As with conventional DTS Surround, DTS 96/24 is in the home because film soundtracks are designed to be
compatible with a maximum of 5.1 channels, so sources played back in large movie theaters using very different
recorded using DTS 96/24 can be played in high sampling professional equipment. Re-Equalization restores the
frequency, multiple channel audio with such normal media correct tonal balance for listening to a movie soundtrack in
as DVD videos and CDs. a normal home environment.
Thus, with DTS 96/24, the same 96 kHz/24 bit multi-
channel surround sound as with DVD-Audio can be 2 Timbre Matching™
achieved while viewing DVD-Video images on a The human ear changes our perception of a sound
conventional DVD-Video player ( 1). Furthermore, with depending on the direction from which the sound is
DTS 96/24 compatible CDs, 88.2 kHz/24 bit multi-channel coming. In a movie theater, there is an array of surround
surround can be achieved using normal CD/LD players ( speakers so that the surround information is all around
1). you. In a home theater, only two speakers located to the
Even with the high quality multi-channel signals, the side of your head are used. The Timbre Matching feature
recording time is the same as with conventional DTS filters the information going to the surround speakers so
surround sources. that they more closely match the tonal characteristics of
What’s more, DTS 96/24 is fully compatible with the the sound coming from the front speakers. This ensures
conventional DTS surround format, so DTS 96/24 signal seamless panning between the front and surround
sources can be played with a sampling frequency of 48 speakers.
kHz or 44.1 kHz on conventional DTS or DTS-ES surround
decoders ( 2). 2 Adaptive Decorrelation™
In a movie theater, a large number of surround speakers
1 A DVD player with DTS digital output capabilities help create an enveloping surround sound experience,
(for CD/LD players, a player with digital outputs for while in a home theater there are usually only two
conventional DTS CDs/LDs) and a disc recorded in speakers. This can make the surround speakers sound like
DTS 96/24 are required. headphones that lack spaciousness and envelopment. The
2 The resolution is 24 or 20 bits, depending on the surround sounds will also collapse into the closest speaker
decoder. as you move away from the middle seating position.
Adaptive Decorrelation slightly changes one surround
channel’s time and phase relationship with respect to the
other surround channel. This expands the listening position
and creates—with only two speakers—the same spacious
surround experience as in a movie theater.
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2 THX Ultra2™ 2 THX Games Mode
Before any home theater component can be THX Ultra2 For the replay of stereo and multi-channel game audio the
certified, it must incorporate all the features above and THX Games Mode should be selected. In this mode THX
also pass a rigorous series of quality and performance ASA processing is applied to the surround channels of all
tests. Only then can a product feature the THX Ultra2 logo, 5.1 and 2.0 encoded game sources such as analog, PCM,
which is your guarantee that the Home Theater products DTS and Dolby Digital. This accurately places all game
you purchase will give you superb performance for many audio surround information, providing a full 360 degree
years to come. THX Ultra2 requirements cover every playback environment. THX Games Mode is unique as it
aspect of the product including power amplifier gives you a smooth transition of audio in all points of the
performance, pre-amplifier performance and operation, as surround field.
well as hundreds of other parameters in both the digital
and analog domain. 2 ASA (Advanced Speaker Array)
In addition to improvements to the power amplifier with ASA is a proprietary THX technology which processes the
respect to previous THX Ultra standards, three surround sound fed to 2 side and 2 back surround speakers to
modes have been added: the THX Ultra2 Cinema mode, provide the optimal surround sound experience. When you
THX Music Mode and THX Games Mode. set up your home theater system using all eight speaker
outputs (Left, Center, Right, Surround Right, Surround
2 THX Ultra2 Cinema Back Right, Surround Back Left, Surround Left and
THX Ultra2 Cinema mode plays 5.1 movies using all 8 Subwoofer) placing the two Surround Back speakers close
speakers giving you the best possible movie watching together facing the front of the room as shown in the
experience. In this mode, new THX processing blends the diagram will provide the largest sweet spot. If for practical
side surround speakers and back surround speakers reasons you have to place the Surround Back speakers
providing the optimal mix of ambient and directional apart, you will need to go THX Audio Set-up screen and
surround sounds. choose the setting that most closely corresponds to the
DTS-ES (Matrix and 6.1 Discrete) and Dolby Digital speaker spacing, which will re-optimize the surround
Surround EX encoded soundtracks will be automatically sound-field.
detected in Ultra2 Cinema mode if the appropriate flag has ASA is used in three new modes; THX Ultra2 Cinema, THX
been encoded. MusicMode and THX Games Mode.
Some Dolby Digital Surround EX soundtracks are missing
the digital flag that allows automatic switching. If you 2 Boundary Gain Compensation
know that the movie that you are watching is encoded in If your chosen listening room layout (for practical or aesthetic
Surround EX, you can manually select the THX Surround reasons) results in the most of the listeners being close to
EX playback mode, otherwise THX Ultra2 Cinema mode the rear wall, the resulting bass level can be sufficiently
will apply processing to provide optimum replay. reinforced by the boundary that the overall sound quality
becomes “boomy”. THX Ultra2 receivers and controllers
2 THX Music Mode contain the BGC (Boundary Gain Compensation) feature to
For the replay of 5.1 multi-channel music the THX Music provide an improved bass balance. BGC can be selected by
Mode should be selected. In this mode new THX choosing “THX Ultra2 Subwoofer–Yes” from the “Boundary
processing is applied to the surround channels of all 5.1 Gain Compensation” section of the THX Audio setup menu.
encoded music sources such as DTS and Dolby Digital to
provide a wide stable rear soundstage.
“THX”, “Home THX”, “Re-Equalization”, “Timbre
Matching”, “Adaptive Decorrelation”, “Advanced Speaker
Array” and “THX Ultra” are trademarks of THX Ltd.
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[6] THX Surround EX Audyssey MultEQ XT
In 1999, a new surround system was launched
simultaneously with the release of the movie “Star Wars
There are several factors that can degrade the sound from
Episode I”. “Dolby Digital Surround EX” is a new movie
even the best loudspeakers in a listening room. One of the
sound track that greatly enhances the sense of spatial
most important is the interaction of sound from the
expression and the positioning of the surround channel
loudspeakers with large surfaces such as walls, the floor, and
sound. The result is 360 degrees of movement and moving
the ceiling in the room. Even with careful loudspeaker
sound effects that seem to pass right over the listener’s
placement and acoustical treatments, there are significant
head.
problems that are caused by room acoustics. These include
This system was developed jointly by THX and Dolby
reflections from nearby surfaces and standing waves that are
Laboratories, fusing THX’s idea of improving spatial
created between large parallel surfaces in the room.
expression and achieving a uniform 360 degree sound
In a home theater the situation is further complicated because
positioning with Dolby Laboratories’ matrix encoding
there are several listening locations. The effects of room
technology. Emphasis was placed on compatibility with
acoustics on the sound arriving at each person’s ears are very
the existing system Dolby Digital 5.1-channel, and the new
different and the result is a listening experience that is
“surround back (SB) channel” was added to achieve
degraded in a different way for every person in the room. It is
improvements over the conventional 5.1-channel system
not uncommon to have variations in two adjacent seats that
in terms of the positioning of the sound at the rear, the
are as large as 10 dB, particularly in the frequency range below
acoustic image of sound moving from the two sides to the
250 Hz.
back as well as sound moving from the front to the center
The solution to this problem is to apply room correction after
rear with the multi surround speaker systems used in
precisely measuring how each loudspeaker interacts with the
movie theaters, thereby enabling various types of surround
room. Because the room causes variations in the frequency
sound.
response of the loudspeakers that are so large from seat to
The surround back channel signal is a matrix-encoded
seat, it is important to measure each loudspeaker at several
signal inserted into both the Dolby Digital SL (surround left)
locations in the listening room. This should be done even if
and SR (surround right) channels. Upon playback, the
there is only one listener. Measurement at a single location is
signals are decoded by a high precision digital matrix
not representative of the acoustical problems in the room and
decoder within the Dolby Digital decoder into the SL, SR
will, in most cases, degrade overall performance.
and SB channels and output as 6.1 channels of signals.
Audyssey MultEQ XT is the only technology that can achieve
With the AVR-4806, the signals further undergo Home THX
room correction for multiple listeners in a large listening area.
Cinema processing to achieve a THX Surround EX system.
It does so by combining the data collected at several points in
Even without the proper environment for playing the SB
the room from each loudspeaker and then applying correction
channel, Dolby Digital Surround EX signals are 100%
that minimizes the acoustical effects of the room and is
compatible with existing 5.1-channel playback systems, so
matched to the frequency resolution of human perception
they can be played as such. In this case, the SB channel
(known as psychoacoustics). Furthermore, MultEQ XT
signal is produced as a monaural signal from both the SL
correction is applied both in frequency and time domains and
and SR channels, so none of the signal components are
so there are no artifacts (such as smearing of sound or modal
missing. The effects specific to THX Surround EX (the
ringing) that are sometimes associated with traditional
sense of spatial expression and the positioning of the
methods of room equalization.
sound), however, are the same as with conventional 5.1-
In addition to correcting frequency response problems over a
channel surround systems.
wide listening area, Audyssey MultEQ XT provides a
completely automated sound system set-up process. It
THX and Ultra 2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of identifies how many loudspeakers are connected to the
THX Ltd. Surround EX is a jointly developed technology of amplifiers and whether they are full-range, satellites, or
THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. and is a trademark of subwoofers. If there is a least one subwoofer connected,
Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Used under authorization. All rights Audyssey MultEQ XT determines the optimum crossover
reserved. frequency between each satellite and the subwoofer(s). It
automatically checks the polarity of each loudspeaker and
alerts the user if there are any that may be wired out-of-phase
relative to the others. It measures the distance to each
loudspeaker from the main listening position and adjusts the
delays so that sound from each loudspeaker arrives at the
same time. Finally, Audyssey MultEQ XT determines the
playback level of each loudspeaker and adjusts the volume
trims so that all levels are equal.
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The two diagrams below illustrate two examples of HDCD® (High Definition Compatible
microphone placement for two types of seating
arrangements. There are six measuring positions shown in
Digital®)
each case. Increasing the number of measuring points will
provide a better sampling of the listening area and produce HDCD is an encoding/decoding technology that greatly
better results. The dotted line represents the area in which the reduces the distortion that occurs upon digital recording while
room correction provided by Audyssey MultEQ XT is optimal. maintaining compatibility with the conventional CD format,
The microphone must be placed at ear height at each location. thus expanding the dynamic range and achieving a high
resolution.
Conventional CDs and HDCD compatible CDs are identified
automatically to select the optimum digital processing.
• ®, HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital® and

Microsoft® are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation, Inc. in the United States and/or
other countries. HDCD system manufactured under license
from Microsoft Corporation, Inc. This product is covered by
one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168,
5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274, 5,854,600,
5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia: 669114. Other
patents pending.
DENON LINK (DENON Digital Link)
High-grade LPCM 24-bit, 96-kHz, 6-channel or 24-bit, 192-kHz,

2-channel digital input is possible when the AVR-4806 is
connected via a shielded twisted pair (STP) cable to a DENON
DVD player that supports Denon Digital Link, Since DENON
Digital Link uses low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS),
transfer capabilities of greater than 1.2 Gbps at a differential
voltage of approximately 0.3Vpp are possible.
• Audyssey MultEQ XT is a trademark of Audyssey

Laboratories. It is licensed under US and National Patent
Applications 20030235318 and 10/700,220. Additional U.S.
and Foreign Patents pending. MultEQ and the Audyssey
MultEQ logo are trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories, Inc..
All rights reserved.
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About IEEE1394 About HDMI
IEEE1394 is an international standard established by the “HDMI” is the abbreviation of “High Definition Multimedia
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) of the Interface”.
United States. This is a digital interface standard for next generation TVs
The AVR-4806 can be connected to an IEEE1394 compatible developed based on the DVI (Digital Visual Interface) used for
device using an IEEE1394 cable to enable digital transfer of computer displays, etc., and optimized for use in non-
multi-channel audio sources (DVD Audio discs, Super Audio professional equipment. With it, non-compressed digital video
CDs, etc.) with a single cable. and multi-channel audio signals can be transferred with a
• The AVR-4806’s transfer format is compatible with A&M single connector, eliminating the need to use separate cables
protocol. for the picture and sound and making it possible to make
In addition to A&M protocol, IEEE1394 transfer formats also connectors smaller. HDMI is also compatible with HDCP
include MPEG-TS, DV, etc. (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a technology for
• The AVR-4806 is compatible with a data transfer speed of up protecting copyrights that encrypts digital video signals in the
to S400. same was as with DVI.
The IEEE1394 maximum data transfer speeds are defined
as approximately 100, 200 or 400 Mbps, expressed
respectively as S100, S200 and S400. When S100 or S200
devices are connected, the actually transfer rate may be • HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
slower than 400 Mbps, depending on the device’s Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
specifications. As far as possible, interconnect devices with Licensing LLC.
the same maximum data transfer rate.
• The AVR-4806 is compatible with the DTCP (Digital
Transmission Content Protection) system.
AL24 Plus (AL24 Processing Plus)
2 Copyright protection system
In order to play the sound of DVD Audio discs, Super Audio
2 AL24 Processing for All Channels
CDs or DVDs (aside from freely copiable discs) using
DENON has further developed its proprietary AL24
IEEE1394 connections, both the player and receiver must
Processing, an analog waveform reproduction technology,
be compatible with the DTCP (Digital Transmission
to support the 192-kHz sampling frequency of DVD-Audio.
Content Protection) system.
AL24 Processing Plus, thoroughly suppresses quantization
DTCP is a copy protection technology that involves data
noise associated with D/A conversion of LPCM signals to
encryption and authentication of the other device. Refer to
reproduce the low-level signals with optimum clarity that
your player’s operating instructions.
will bring out all the delicate nuances of the music.
Equipped foe not only front left and right channels but also
The AVR-4806’s IEEE1394 device interface is designed for the surround left and right, center and subwoofer
based on the standards below. channels.
1) IEEE Std. 1394a-2000, Standard for High Performance
Serial Bus
2) Audio and Music Data Transmission Protocol 2.0
It is compatible with IEC60958 bit stream, DVD-Audio and
Super Audio CD within AM824 sequence adaptation layers
within these standards.
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Surround modes and parameters
Signals and adjustability in the different modes

Channel output Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses)
Surround Mode When playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals
SURROUND SURROUND SUB- SB CH OUT TONE CINEMA MODE ROOM EFFECT
FRONT L/R CENTER (MODE)
L/R BACK L/R WOOFER D. COMP LFE AFDM CONTROL EQ. (DECODER) SIZE LEVEL
PURE DIRECT, DIRECT C E E E B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E E E E E E E

DSD DIRECT C E E E B E E E E E E E E E
DSD MULTI DIRECT C B B B B E E E C E E E E E

MULTI CH DIRECT C B B B B E E E C E E E E E
STEREO C E E E B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E E C (0 dB) E E E E
EXT.IN C B B B B E E E E E E E E E
MULTI CH IN C B B B B E E E C C (0 dB) E E E E
WIDE SCREEN C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (0 dB) C (OFF) E E C (ON, 10)
HOME THX CINEMA (2ch) C B B B B E E E C E E C (PLIIx C) E E
HOME THX CINEMA (5.1ch) C B B B B E C (0 dB) C (ON) C E E E E E
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx C B B B B C (OFF) E E C C (0 dB) C (NOTE3) C (CINEMA) E E
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II C B B B B C (OFF) E E C C (0 dB) C (NOTE4) C (CINEMA)) E E
DTS NEO:6 C B B B B C (OFF) E E C C (0 dB) C (NOTE3) C (CINEMA) E E
DOLBY DIGITAL C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) C (ON) C C (0 dB) C (OFF) E E E
DTS SURROUND C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) C (ON) C C (0 dB) C (OFF) E E E
7CH STEREO C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (0 dB) E E E E
SUPER STADIUM C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (NOTE1) E E C (Medium) C (10)
ROCK ARENA C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (NOTE2) E E C (Medium) C (10)
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JAZZ CLUB C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (0 dB) E E C (Medium) C (10)
CLASSIC CONCERT C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (0 dB) E E C (Medium) C (10)
MONO MOVIE C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (0 dB) E E C (Medium) C (10)
VIDEO GAME C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (0 dB) E E C (Medium) C (10)
MATRIX C B B B B C (OFF) C (0 dB) E C C (0 dB) E E E E
C : Signal / Adjustable C : Able

E : No signal / Not adjustable E : Unable
B : Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting NOTE1 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE 0 dB
NOTE2 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE +4 dB
NOTE3 : This parameter is availabe when the “MODE” is set to “CINEMA”.
NOTE4 : This parameter is availabe when the “MODE” is set to “CINEMA” or “PL”.
Signals and adjustability in the different modes
Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses)
NEO:6 MUSIC
Surround Mode PRO LOGIC II/IIx MUSIC MODE only EXT. IN only
MODE only
SUBWOOFER
DELAY TIME
ON/OFF
CENTER CENTER
PANORAMA DIMENSION SW ATT
WIDTH IMAGE
PURE DIRECT, DIRECT E C E E E E E
DSD DIRECT E C E E E E E
DSD MULTI DIRECT E E E E E E E
MULTI CH DIRECT E E E E E E E
STEREO E E E E E E E
EXT.IN E E E E E E C
MULTI CH IN E E E E E E E
WIDE SCREEN E E E E E E E
HOME THX CINEMA (2ch) E E E E E E E
HOME THX CINEMA (5.1ch) E E E E E E E
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx E E C (OFF) C (3) C (3) E E
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II E E C (OFF) C (3) C (3) E E
DTS NEO:6 E E E E E C (0.3) E
DOLBY DIGITAL E E E E E E E
DTS SURROUND E E E E E E E
7CH STEREO E E E E E E E
SUPER STADIUM E E E E E E E
ROCK ARENA E E E E E E E
JAZZ CLUB E E E E E E E
CLASSIC CONCERT E E E E E E E
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MONO MOVIE E E E E E E E
VIDEO GAME E E E E E E E
MATRIX C (30 msec) E E E E E E
C : Signal / Adjustable C : Adjustable

E : No signal / Not adjustable E : Not adjustable
B : Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting
2 Differences in surround mode names depending on the input signals
Button Input signals

DTS DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD
LINEAR DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD-
Surround Mode Note ANALOG DTS ES DSCRT DTS ES MTRX DTS DTS DOLBY DIGITAL EX DVD-Audio 176.4/ DSD DSD
PCM EX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL Audio
(With Flag) (With Flag) (5.1ch) 96/24 (With Flag) (multi ch) 192kHz (multi ch) (2ch)
(With no Flag) (5.1ch) (3, 4, 5ch) (2ch) (2ch)
HOME THX CINEMA
ES DSCRT6.1 + THX *1 E E B E E E E E E E E E E E E E
ES MTRX6.1 + THX *1 E E E B C C E E E E E E E E E E
THX SURROUND EX *1 E E E E E E B C C C E C E E C E
THX Ultra2 Cinema *2 E E C C C C C C C C E C E E C E
THX Music Mode *2 E E C C C C C C C C E C E E C E
THX Games mode *2 C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
THX 5.1 E E C C C C C C C C E C E E C E
PLIIx C + THX *4 C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
PLII C + THX C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
DOLBY PL + THX C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
NEO:6 + THX C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
STANDARD
DTS SURROUND
DTS ES DSCRT6.1 *1 E E 4 B E E E E E E E E E E E E E
DTS ES MTRX6.1 *1 E E E 4 B E E E E E E E E E E E E
DTS SURROUND E E C C 4 E E E E E E E E E E E
DTS 96/24 E E E E E 4 E E E E E E E E E E
DTS + PLIIx CINEMA *2 E E C C C C E E E E E E E E E E
DTS + PLIIx MUSIC *1 E E C C C C E E E E E E E E E E
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DTS + NEO:6 *1 E E E C C C E E E E E E E E E E
DTS NEO:6 CINEMA C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
DTS NEO:6 MUSIC C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY DIGITAL EX *1 E E E E E E C C C C E E E E E E
DOLBY DIGITAL E E E E E E C 4 4 4 E E E E E E
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLIIx CINEMA *2 E E E E E E 4 B C C C E E E E E E
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLIIx MUSIC *1 E E E E E E C C C C E E E E E E
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx CINEMA C C E E E E E E E E 4 E C C E C
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx GAME C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II CINEMA C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MUSIC C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II GAME C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
DOLBY PRO LOGIC C C E E E E E E E E C E C C E C
MULTI CH IN
MULTI CH IN E E E E E E E E E E E 4 E E 4 E
MULTI IN + PLIIx CINEMA *2 E E E E E E E E E E E C E E C E
MULTI IN + PLIIx MUSIC *1 E E E E E E E E E E E C E E C E
Button Input signals
DTS DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD
LINEAR DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD-
Surround Mode Note ANALOG DTS ES DSCRT DTS ES MTRX DTS DTS DOLBY DIGITAL EX DVD-Audio 176.4/ DSD DSD
PCM EX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL Audio
(With Flag) (With Flag) (5.1ch) 96/24 (With Flag) (multi ch) 192kHz (multi ch) (2ch)
(With no Flag) (5.1ch) (3, 4, 5ch) (2ch) (2ch)
DIRECT
DIRECT C C C C C C C C C C C E C C E E
DSD DIRECT E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E C
DSD MULTI DIRECT E E E E E E E E E E E E E E C E
MULTI CH DIRECT E E E E E E E E E E E C E E C E
M DIRECT + PLIIx CINEMA *2 E E E E E E E E E E E C E E C E
M DIRECT + PLIIx MUSIC *1 E E E E E E E E E E E C E E C E
PURE DIRECT
PURE DIRECT C C C C C C C C C C C E C C E E
DSD PURE DIRECT E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E C
DSD MULTI PURE E E E E E E E E E E E E E E C E
MULTI CH PURE DIRECT E E E E E E E E E E E C E E C E
M PURE D + PLIIx CINEMA *2 E E E E E E E E E E E C E E C E
M PURE D + PLIIx MUSIC *1 E E E E E E E E E E E C E E C E
DSP SIMULATION
WIDE SCREEN C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
SUPER STADIUM C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
ROCK ARENA C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
JAZZ CLUB C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
CLASSIC CONCERT C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
MONO MOVIE C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
VIDEO GAME C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
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MATRIX C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
7CH STEREO *3 C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C
STEREO
STEREO 4 4 C C C C C C C C C C 4 4 C 4
4: Mode selectable in initial status

B: Mode fixed when AFDM is ON
C: Selectable mode
E: Non-selectable mode
NOTE :
*1: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “None”.
*2: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”.
*3: If the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “None”, then “5CH STEREO” is displayed.
*4: For input signals other than 2-channel signals, this mode cannot be selected when surround back speaker is
set to “1spkr” or “None”.
AdditionalIntroduction
Information
Relationship between the video input signal and monitor output according to the video
convert mode settings
Input signals MONITOR OUT
Video convert mode
HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO
E E E E E E E E
E E E C VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
E E C E S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
E E C C S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
E C (1080p) E E E COMPONENT E E
E C (480p ~ 720p) E E COMPONENT COMPONENT E E
E C (480i/576i) E E COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
E C (1080p) E C VIDEO COMPONENT ✳1 VIDEO VIDEO
E C (480p ~ 720p) E C COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1 E ✳3 VIDEO
E C (480i/576i) E C COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT VIDEO
E C (1080p) C E S-VIDEO COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
E C (480p ~ 720p) C E COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO E ✳4
E C (480i/576i) C E COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO COMPONENT ✳4
E C (1080p) C C S-VIDEO COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
AUTO
E C (480p ~ 720p) C C COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳4
E C (480i/576i) C C COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳4
C E E E HDMI E E E
C E E C HDMI ✳1 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
C E C E HDMI ✳2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
C E C C HDMI ✳2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
C C (Other than 480i/576i) E E HDMI COMPONENT E E
C C (480i/576i) E E HDMI COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
C C (Other than 480i/576i) E C HDMI ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1 E ✳3 VIDEO
C C (480i/576i) E C HDMI ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT VIDEO
C C (Other than 480i/576i) C E HDMI ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO E ✳4
C C (480i/576i) C E HDMI ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO COMPONENT ✳4
C C (Other than 480i/576i) C C HDMI ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳4
C C (480i/576i) C C HDMI ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳4
480p ~ 720p : 480p/576p/1080i/720p

Video convert mode
E E E E E E E E
E E E C E E E E
E E C E S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
E E C C S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
E C E E E E E E
E C E C E E E E
E C C E S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
E C C C S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
C E E E E ✳5 E E E
C E E C E ✳5 E E E
C E C E S-VIDEO ✳5 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
C E C C S-VIDEO ✳5 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
C C E E E ✳5 E E E
C C E C E ✳5 E E E
C C C E S-VIDEO ✳5 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
C C C C S-VIDEO ✳5 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

Video convert mode
E E E E E E E E
E E E C VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
E E C E E E E E
E E C C VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
E C E E E E E E
E C E C VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
E C C E E E E E
E C C C VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO
C E E C VIDEO ✳5 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
C E C E E ✳5 E E E
C E C C VIDEO ✳5 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
C C E E E ✳5 E E E
C C E C VIDEO ✳5 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
C C C E E ✳5 E E E
C C C C VIDEO ✳5 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
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Video convert mode
E E E E E E E E
E E E C E E E E
E E C E E E E E
E E C C E E E E
E C (1080p) E E E COMPONENT E E
E C (480p ~ 720p) E E COMPONENT COMPONENT E E
E C (480i/576i) E E COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
E C (1080p) E C E COMPONENT E E
E C (480p ~ 720p) E C COMPONENT COMPONENT E E
E C (480i/576i) E C COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
E C (1080p) C E E COMPONENT E E
E C (480p ~ 720p) C E COMPONENT COMPONENT E E
E C (480i/576i) C E COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
E C (1080p) C C E COMPONENT E E
E C (480p ~ 720p) C C COMPONENT COMPONENT E E
E C (480i/576i) C C COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
COMPONENT
C E E C E ✳5 E E E
C E C E E ✳5 E E E
C E C C E ✳5 E E E
C C (1080p) E E E ✳5 COMPONENT E E
C C (480p ~ 720p) E E COMPONENT ✳5 COMPONENT E E
C C (480i/576i) E E COMPONENT ✳5 COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
C C (1080p) E C E ✳5 COMPONENT E E
C C (480p ~ 720p) E C COMPONENT ✳5 COMPONENT E E
C C (480i/576i) E C COMPONENT ✳5 COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
C C (1080p) C E E ✳5 COMPONENT E E
C C (480p ~ 720p) C E COMPONENT ✳5 COMPONENT E E
C C (480i/576i) C E COMPONENT ✳5 COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
C C (1080p) C C E ✳5 COMPONENT E E
C C (480p ~ 720p) C C COMPONENT ✳5 COMPONENT E E
C C (480i/576i) C C COMPONENT ✳5 COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
480p ~ 720p : 480p/576p/1080i/720p
Video convert S-VIDEO Input signals MONITOR OUT

mode MONITOR OUT HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO
– E E E E E E E E
– E E E C E E E VIDEO
– E E C E E E S-VIDEO E
Used E E C C E E S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳2
Not used E E C C E E – VIDEO
– E C E E E COMPONENT E E
– E C E C E COMPONENT ✳1 E VIDEO
– E C C E E COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO E
Used E C C C E COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳2
Not used E C C C E COMPONENT ✳1 – VIDEO
OFF
– C E E E HDMI E E E
– C E E C HDMI E E VIDEO
– C E C E HDMI E S-VIDEO E
Used C E C C HDMI E S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳2
Not used C E C C HDMI E – VIDEO
– C C E E HDMI COMPONENT E E
– C C E C HDMI COMPONENT ✳1 E VIDEO
– C C C E HDMI COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO E
Used C C C C HDMI COMPONENT ✳2 S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳2
Not used C C C C HDMI COMPONENT ✳1 – VIDEO
C : Signal input E : Not output
E : No signal ✳1 : On screen display superimposed on video signal and output.
✳2 : On screen display superimposed on S-Video signal and output.
✳3 : Video signals are output when the analog to HDMI convert
function is set to “OFF”.
✳4 : S-Video signals are output when the analog to HDMI convert
• The MAIN ZONE video conversion function is compatible with the following function is set to “OFF”.
format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-N, PAL-M and PAL-60. ✳5 : HDMI signals are output when the analog to HDMI convert
• When SECAM signals of video input are up-converted, the signals are output function is set to “OFF”.
in PAL format from the S-Video connector. COMPONENT : On screen display only displayed for SETUP, SURROUND
• Signals up-converted to HDMI are output to the HDMI monitor with the PARAMETER and ON SCREEN buttons.
resolution at which they are input. Note that resolutions of 1080p are not HDMI : The on-screen display is displayed when the analog to HDMI
handled. convert function is set to “ON”.
: Video signals are not output when the analog to HDMI
convert function is set to “OFF”.
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Specifications
2 Audio section
• Power amplifier
Rated output: Front:
140 W + 140 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
Center:
140 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
165W (6 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
Surround (A, B):
Surround Back:
Dynamic power: 180 W x 2 ch (8 Ω/ohms)
280 W x 2 ch (4 Ω/ohms)
Output terminals: Front, Center, Surr. Back 6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
Surround: A or B 6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
A+B 8 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
• Analog
Input sensitivity / input impedance: 200 mV / 47 kΩ/kohms
Frequency response: 10 Hz ~ 100 kHz: +0, –3 dB (DIRECT mode)
S/N: 102 dB (DIRECT mode)
Distortion: 0.005% (20 Hz ~ 20 kHz) (DIRECT mode)
Rated output: 1.2 V
• Digital
D/A output: Rated output — 2 V (at 0 dB playback)
Total harmonic distortion — 0.005 % (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
S/N ratio — 110 dB
Dynamic range — 108 dB
Digital input: Format — Digital audio interface
• Phono equalizer (PHONO input — REC OUT)
Input sensitivity: 2.5 mV
RIAA deviation: ±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
S/N: 74 dB (A weighting, with 5 mV input)
Rated output / Maximum output: 150 mV / 8 V
Distortion factor: 0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
2 Video section
• Standard video terminals
Input / output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +0, –3 dB
• S-Video terminals
Input / output level and impedance: Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
C (color) signal — 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
• Color component video terminal
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 — 0.7Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
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Specifications
2 Tuner section [FM] (note: µV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10–15 W) [AM]
Receiving Range: 87.5 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz 520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz
Usable Sensitivity: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf) 18 µV
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: MONO 1.6 µV (15.3 dBf)
STEREO 23 µV (38.5 dBf)
S/N (IHF-A): MONO 77 dB 50 dB
STEREO 72 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (at 1 kHz): MONO 0.15%
STEREO 0.3%
2 General
Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 10.6 A
Maximum external dimensions: 434 (W) x 178 (H) x 500 (D) mm (17-3/32” x 7-0” x 19-11/16”)
Mass: 23.8 kg (52 lbs 8 oz)
2 Remote control unit (RC-995)

Batteries: R03/AAA Type (four batteries)
External dimensions: 72 (W) x 238 (H) x 25.5 (D) mm (2-53/64” x 9-3/8” x 1-0”)
Mass: 225 g (Approx. 8 oz) (including batteries)
* For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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TOKYO, JAPAN
www.denon.com Denon Brand Company, D&M Holdings Inc.
Printed in Japan 00D 511 4294 008

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AV SURROUND RECEIVER

2 NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION

• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and

• Handle the power cord carefully.

page 113, 114

Getting Started Connecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition

q Operating instructions ..................................................1 y R03/AAA alkaline batteries ...........................................4

• Before turning the Power switch on

Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this

• Muting of PRE OUT terminals and SPEAKER terminals.

Preparing the remote control unit

Inserting the batteries

q Remove the remote control unit’s rear cover. Notes on batteries:

e Put the rear cover back on. 2 Motion sensor

• Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the

Part names and functions

Remote control signal transmitter

System buttons ..........................(83)

Mode selector buttons

Input source button

Cursor buttons .............................(21)

Master volume control buttons

Tuner system buttons

VIDEO SELECT button

Input mode selector buttons TEST TONE button ...................(118)

Easy to setup flow

Placing the speakers. Auto setup flow

Connecting the speakers.

The measurement of the speakers in the 2nd to 8th listening

Check of the measurement result.

Store the measurement result in the memory.

2 Basic system layout (For a THX Ultra2 system)

Subwoofer Center speaker system

Surround back speaker systems

Front speaker systems

2 Surround speaker selector function

B B B B (SB: Surround Back Speakers)

• Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making

2. Insert the cable.

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

Connecting banana plugs

Front Center Front

> < < >

(R) (R) (L) (L)

> < > < < > < >

Surround Surround back Surround back Surround

• Precautions when connecting speakers NOTE:

J COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Connecting a microphone When placing the microphone, adjust the height so

1 Connect the included microphone for Auto

2 Mount the auto setup microphone onto a

1 Turn on your subwoofer.

Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover

frequency to the maximum or Low pass filter off if your

2 Turn on your monitor (TV).

2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the

3 Press the POWER switch.

4 Press the ON/STANDBY switch on the main

The sound is muted for several seconds, after which