Denon AVR-3300 manual Table of Contents, Before Using

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2INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-3300 Digital Surround A / V receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with AV 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

z Before Using ……………………………………………………………………5

⁄0 Surround ……………………………………………………………………44~47

x Cautions on Installation

………………………………………………………5

⁄1 DSP Surround Simulation…………………………………………………48~52

c Cautions on Handling

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⁄2 Listening to the Radio ……………………………………………………52~55

v Features …………………………………………………………………………6

⁄3 Last Function Memory ………………………………………………………55

b Connections …………………………………………………………………7~14

⁄4 Initialization of the Microprocessor …………………………………………55

n Part Names and Functions ………………………………………………15, 16

⁄5 Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………56

m Setting up the system ……………………………………………………17~28

⁄6 Additional Information ……………………………………………………57~61

, Remote Control Unit………………………………………………………29~37

⁄7 Specifications …………………………………………………………………62

.Operation …………………………………………………………………37~43

2ACCESSORIES

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

Operating instructions…..1

Warranty ( for North America model only )………...........1

Service station list…….....1

Remote control unit

R6P/AA batteries….....….2

AM loop antenna…...............1 FM indoor antenna…1

FM antenna adaptor….....1

(RC-860)............…......1

AC plug adapter (for Multiple voltage model only)……….........1

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1 BEFORE USING

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

Moving the set

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

Before turning the power switch on

Store this instructions in a safe place.

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

Note that the illustrations in this instructions may differ from the actual set for explanation purposes.

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

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

Line Voltage Selection (for multiple voltage model only)

115V

 

230V

* The desired voltage may be set with the VOLTAGE SELECTOR knob on the rear panel, using a screwdriver.

 

 

 

 

* If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR knob does not move smoothly, please contact a qualified serviceman.

2 CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

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

If this happens, take the following steps:

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

Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this unit’s power cord and input/output connection cords.

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.

For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm/4 inch of space between the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other components.

10 cm/4 inch or more

10 cm/4 inch or more

Wall

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Contents AVR-3300 2SAFETY Precautions Francais English Safety Instructions Before Using Table of ContentsFeatures Connections Connecting the audio componentsConnecting video components Precaution when using S-jacks Connecting a video component equipped with S-Video jacksConnecting a monitor TV Connecting the video decksAM loop antenna assembly FM antenna adopter assembly Connecting the antenna terminalsConnecting a monitor TV Monitor OUT jack Connecting a DVD player DVD in jacksConnecting the Multi Source jacks Connecting the external input EXT. in jacksSpeaker system connections Precautions when connecting speakersConnections Connection the speaker terminalsProtector circuit Front Panel Part Names and Functions+10 Remote control unitSystem Setup button Setting UP the SystemSurround Parameter button Enter buttonSurround speaker selector function Setting the type of speakers Before setting up the systemSystem Setup Menu reappears Setting the bass outputSurround speaker setting screen appears At the System Setup Menu select Bass OutputPreparations Setting the delay timeAt the System Setup Menu select Delay Time Select darken the desired units, Meters or Feet Select the desired unit, meters or feetEnter the setting System Setup Menu reappears Setting the channel levelWhen the Manual mode is selected Volume can be adjusted between -12 dB and +12 dB in unitsUse Channel Level screen reappearsSetting the on-screen display OSD Setting the digital inputsSelect the number of EXT. in input channels EXT. in & MultiAuto tuner presets On-screen display signals After completing system setupInserting the batteries Remote Control UnitUsing the remote control unit Operating Denon audio components Set mode switch 2 to the position for the component to beOperated Tuner system buttonsPreset memory VCR Set the slide switch to the component to be registered VDP Operating a video component stored in the preset memoryVCR or TV Operate the video componentLearning function System call buttons Using the system call functionSystem call function Press the SET button Storing signalsClearing system call settings Before operating OperationFor North American model For multiple voltage modelExample CD Input mode selection functionPlaying the input source Example Stereo Input mode displayInput signal display Listening over headphones Adjusting the sound quality ToneAfter starting playback Turning the sound off temporarily MutingChecking the currently playing program source, etc Playing one source while recording another REC OUT modeMulti-source recording/playback Button Multi source switches directly Display switches as follows each Time the button is pressedUse the Volume buttons to adjust Volume levelMulti-source and multi-zone playback Playback using the external input EXT. in jacksBefore playing with the surround function SurroundFader function Dolby Surround Pro Logic modeDTS indicator lights when playing DTS sources Set the input mode to Auto or DTSSelect the Dolby/DTS Surround mode COMP. Dynamic Range Compression Surround parameters q Cinema EQ. Cinema EqualizerLFE Low Frequency Effect Dialogue NormalizationPersonal Memory Plus Surround modes and their featuresDSP Surround Simulation Set the parameters DSP surround simulationPress the Surround Parameter button When turned clockwiseWhen turned counterclockwise Tone control setting Listening to the Radio Setting the frequency step for multiple voltage model onlyManual tuning Auto tuningChecking the preset stations Initialization of the Microprocessor Recalling preset stationsLast Function Memory Troubleshooting Optimum surround sound for different sources Additional InformationBasic setting for primarily watching movies Speaker setting examplesWhen using different surround speakers for movies and music As seen from the sideDolby Surround Dolby Digital Dolby Surround AC-3 Surround2Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Digital compatible media and playback methodsDolby Pro Logic DTS Digital SurroundDolby Pro Logic compatible media and playback methods DTS compatible media and playback methodsSurround modes and parameters Specifications
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