Denon AVR-2803/983 manual DTS compatible media and playback methods

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There are two types of DVD Dolby surround recording signals. _ 2-channel PCM stereo signals

_2_ 2-channel Dolby Digital signals

When either of these signals is input to the AVR-2803/983, the surround mode is automatically set to Dolby Pro Logic II when the "DOLBY/DTS SURROUND" mode is selected.

Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are indicated with the logo mark shown below.

Dolby Surround support mark: l'Tll'mmt I

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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

Digital Theater Surround (also called simply DTS) is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems.

DTS offers the same "5.1" playback channels as Do[by Digital (front left, front right and center, surround left and surround right) as well as the stereo 2-channel mode. The signals for the different channels are fully independent, eliminating the risk of deterioration of sound quality due to interference between signals, crossta[k, etc.

DTS features a relatively higher bit rate as compared to Dolby Digital (1234 kbps for CDs and LDs, 1536 kbps for DVDs} so it operates with a relatively low compression rate. Because of this the amount of data is great, and when DTS playback is used in movie theaters, a separate CD- ROM synchronized with the film is played.

With LDs and DVDs, there is of course no need for an extra disc; the pictures and sound can be recorded simultaneously on the same disc, so the discs can be handled in the same way as discs with other formats.

There are also music CDs recorded in DTS. These CDs include 5.1-channel surround signals (compared to two channels on current CDs). They do not include picture data, but they offer surround playback on CD players that are equipped with digital outputs (PCM type digital output required). DTS surround track playback offers the same intricate, grand sound as in a movie theater, right in your own listening room.

DTS compatible media and playback methods

 

DIG[T&L

 

 

Marks indicating DTS compatibility:

_

and _

.

SURIIOUND

The following are general examples. Also refer to the player's operating instructions.

Media

Dolby

Digital output

iacks

Playback

method

{reference

page)

 

CD

Optical

or coaxial

digital

output

Set the input mode to

"AUTO"

or

"DTS"

{page

42)

1

 

{same

as for

PCM)

_ 2

Never set the mode to

"ANALOG"

or "PCM"

_

 

Optical

or coaxial

digital

output

Set the input mode to

"AUTO"

or

"DTS"

{page

42)

 

LD {VDP)

{same

as for

PCM)

_ 2

Never set the mode to

"ANALOG"

or "PCM"

_

1

DVD

Optical

or coaxial

digital

output

Set the input mode to

"AUTO"

or

"DTS"

{page

42)

 

 

{same

as for

PCM)

_ 3

 

1 DTS signals are recorded in the same way on CDs and LDs as PCM signals. Because of this, the un-decoded DTS signals are output as random "hissy" noise from the CD or LD player's analog outputs. If this noise is played with the amplifier set at a very high volume, it may possibly cause damage to the speakers. To avoid this, be sure to switch the input mode to "AUTO" or "DTS" before playing CDs or LDs recorded in DTS. Also, never switch the input mode to "ANALOG" or "PCM" during playback. The same holds true when playing CDs or LDs on a DVD player or LD/DVD compatible player. For DVDs, the DTS signals are recorded in a special way so this problem does not occur.

_2 The signals provided at the digital outputs of a CD or LD player may undergo some sort of internal signal processing (output level adjustment, sampling frequency conversion, etc.). In this case the DTS-encoded signals may be processed erroneously, in which case they cannot be decoded by the AVR-2603/983, or may only produce noise. Before playing DTS signals for the first time, turn down the master volume to a low level, start playing the DTS disc, then check whether the DTS indicator on the AVR-2803/983 (see page 53) lights before turning up the master volume.

_3 A DVD player with DTS-compatible digital output is required to play DTS DVDs. A DTS Digital Output logo is featured on the front panel of compatible DVD players. Recent DENON DVD player models feature DTS-compatible digital output - consult the player's owner's manual for information on configuring the digital output for DTS playback of DTS-encoded DVDs.

Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other wodd-wide patents issued and pending.

"DTS","DTS-ES Extended Surround" and "Neo:6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, {nc. @1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, {nc. All Rights Reserved.

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Contents AVR-2803/983 Safety Precautions Safety Instructions Before Using Table of ContentsFeatures Connections Connecting a turntableConnecting Video Decks Connecting a TV or DBS tunerConnecting the audio output jacks ConnectionsConnecting a monitor TV Precaution when using S-jacksConnecting a DVD player or a video disc player VDP EConnecting a TV or DBS tunerConnecting a monitor +IV Monitor OUT jack Connecting a DVD playerConnection of AM antennas An Ftype FM antenna cable plug can be connected directlyGND Serial Control CableConnections Page DEN Part Names and FunctionsSetup Bled indicatorIE2 OFF Zone 2 buttons 47 lSetu P button Setting UP the SystemButtons EnterSpeaker system layout Basic system layout System Setup MenuSpeaker ConfiEuration ConfigurationSurround Center Subwoofer Sp, BaAssignment of low frequency signal range Subwoofer Mode Lqill LFE +Main Crossover FrequencySubwoofer mode Iqill LFEPreparations System Setup Menu Speaker ConfigurationFront R 12ft Center 12ftSBL SBREtsl Test Tone 5dB 0da 0dB AutoFlashing 0dB Test ToneEnter the setting OFFCOAX2 OFF OPT1 OPT4 OPT2 OPT3 None Default Dolby Digital Setup Zone2 ControlVideo In Assignment None VIDEO2 NoneZone2 Control Power Amp Assignment Zone2 Vol, Level Exit Setting the power amplifier assignmentAssignment Power Amp Assignment Power AmpDB, -40 dB VariableAuto Surround Mode Trigger Out Setup De f au I ti Auto Tuner Presets Setup LockPage On-screen display signals Remote Control Unit CD player CD system buttons Pe dk Tape system buttons CD CDR/MD Tape DVD/VDP ZON E2TV DBS/CABLE VCRDVD preset codes 0000 0001 Video disc player VDP system buttons Digital video disc player DVD, DVD Setup system buttonsVideo deck Vcfi system buttons 6566Mode button and the LEARNED/TX indicator Stop flashing System call buttons Storing system call signalsUsing the system call function Making the punch through settingPunch through button Oooo ResettingResetting the punch through setting Front a Front B Front A+B OperationExample CD Mode selection Function8OUROE ZONE2/REC Auto PCM DTSInput signal display Example Stereo Input mode displayUT9 PCM TS Dolby Digital DTSDirect Stereo modeListening over headphones Adjusting the sound quality ToneBasstreble Turning the sound off temporarily MutingPlaying one source while recording another REC OUT mode Using the dimmer functionChecking the currently playing program source, etc StatusDefault Setting ZONE2 Volume Level ZONE2=L.L. r.L., E Multi Zone Music Entertainment System Multi Zone Music Entertainment System When using PreoutIsurround SURROUNUMooE Selec Fader FJt4 Rear OdBOOLSYsun/JNO EIPRO.TS Logic Dolby PL I Nema EQ DIMENSION4 Center Width 4OPTIONS4 Dolby PL II Music Optional ParametersTone Afdm DTS NEO6 Cinema LFE4NRML on OTS NEO6 Cntr Image 408ACKCH 2 4,5 2,6Dialogue Normalization SB D. Compch OUT 4 JkPersonal Memory Plus DSP Surround SimulationRock Arena Jazz Club Irtual Matrix Video Game Rock Arena ToneEFFECT4 IOF CH OUT Fooooov CH OUT Rock ArenaYess Tone Defeat ss Bass +8dB sDelay Time Mode DTS NEO6Room Size Effect LevelSurround modes and parameters Stereo Listening to the RadioIlNii Press the Tuning Preset button TuningLast Function Memory Initialization of the MicroprocessorIf a problem Should TroubleshootingAdditional Information Types of multi-channel signalsTypes of sources Movie audio Movie theater sound fieldWith 6.1-channel Stems Change of positioning and acoustic imageSB to SL Number of surround back speakersWhen not using surround back speakers As seen from the sidePrime listening position Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic Dolby SurroundDolby Digital compatible media and playback methods Dolby Pro LogicDTS compatible media and playback methods DTS-ES TM Matrix DTS-ES TM DiscreteDTS Neo6 TM surround DTS Nee6 CinemaPage Cannot be Changed 0dS Surround Mode Audio section SpecificationsMono Mono StereoPrinted Jn Japan 511 4012

AVR-2803/983 specifications

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