AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-2803/983 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS REMOTE SENSOR SURROUND BACK CH SIGNAL AUTO INPUT PCM VOLUME LEVEL OUTPUT DIGITAL ON / STANDBY DTS SIGNAL DETECT 2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-2803/983. 2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-2803/983 has to offer, read these instructions carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future reference, should any questions or problems arise. “SERIAL NO.
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2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-2803/983 Digital A / V Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided 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.
3 CAUTIONS ON HANDLING • Switching the input function when input jacks are not connected A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switched when nothing is connected to the input jacks. If this happens, either turn down the MASTER VOLUME control or connect components to the input jacks. • Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state, the apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage. Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.
5 CONNECTIONS • Do not plug in the AC cord until all connections have been completed. • Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right). • Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the generation of noise. • Use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment only. Do not use them for hair driers, etc. • Note that binding pin plug cords together with AC cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or other noise.
Connecting the video components • To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Ω/ohms video signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can result in a drop in video quality. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. TV or DBS tuner AUDIO R R OUT L VIDEO OUT Connecting a TV or DBS tuner TV or DBS • Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the VIDEO (yellow) TV or DBS IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.
Connecting the video components equipped with S-Video jacks • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. • A note on the S input jacks The input selectors for the S inputs and Video inputs work in conjunction with each other.
Connecting the video component equipped with Color Difference (Component - Y, PR/CR, PB/CB) Video jacks • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. • The signals input to the color difference (component) video jacks are not output to the VIDEO output jack (yellow) or the S-Video output jack. • Some video sources with component video outputs are labeled Y, CB, CR, or Y, Pb, Pr, or Y, R-Y, B-Y. These terms all refer to component video color difference output.
Connecting the antenna terminals DIRECTION OF BROADCASTING STATION AM LOOP ANTENNA (Supplied) FM ANTENNA 75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA FM INDOOR ANTENNA (Supplied) GROUND • An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly. AM loop antenna assembly Connect to the AM antenna terminals. 1 4 2 Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line. 2. Insert the conductor. 3. Return the lever. 3 Bend in the reverse direction. a. With the antenna on top any stable surface.
Connecting the external input (EXT. IN) jacks • These jacks 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, a multi-channel SACD player, or other future multi-channel sound format decoder. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
Speaker system connections • Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched (≈ with ≈ , √ with √ ). Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of the various instruments, and the sense of direction of the stereo being impaired. • When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cord come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cord conductors, or with the rear panel.
Protector circuit • This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current flows, when the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long period which results in an extreme temperature rise.
6 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Front Panel • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). @8 @7 @6 @5 @4 @3 @2 REMOTE SENSOR @1 @0 ON / STANDBY q AUTO w er t y OUTPUT DTS SIGNAL DETECT u i o !0 !1 !2 q Power ON/STANDBY switch..............................................(41, 63) w Headphones jack (PHONES) ....................................................(45) e VIDEO SELECT button .............................................................
Remote control unit • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). Remote control signal transmitter ..............................................(31) LED (indicator) ........................................(36) Power buttons .....................(33~35, 37~41) ZONE 2 buttons .....................................(47) ZONE1 (MAIN) buttons ..........................(47) Mode selector buttons ..........................
7 SETTING UP THE SYSTEM • Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 6 to 13), make the various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-2803/983’s on-screen display function. These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-2803/983. • Check that the remote control unit is set to AMP mode (TAPE, CDR/MD or CD).
System setup !2 !3 Auto Tuner Presets Setup Lock Default settings FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory. 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 C1 ~ C8 90.1 MHz D1 ~ D8 90.1 MHz E1 ~ E8 90.1 MHz Set whether or not to lock the system setup settings so that they cannot be changed.
Setting the type of speakers • Set up in function of your speaker systems. Performing this setup optimizes the system. • The composition of the signals output to the different channels and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the combination of speakers actually being used. 1 At the System Setup Menu select “Speaker Configuration”. 2 Switch to the speaker configuration screen. 3 Set whether or not speakers are connected and, if so, their size parameters.
Setting the crossover frequency and low frequency distribution when playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals • Set the crossover frequency and subwoofer mode according to the speaker system being used. 1 Select the “Crossover Frequency” mode. Select the frequency. 2 Select the “Subwoofer Mode”. Select the setting. 3 Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.
Setting the Delay Time • Input the distance between the listening position and the different speakers to set the delay time for the surround mode. Preparations: Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers (L1 to L5 on the diagram at the right).
6 Set the distance between the center speaker and listening position. The distance changes in units of 1 foot (0.1 meters) each time the button is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance. Example: When the distance is set to 12 feet for the center speaker If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the settings are automatically reset to the default values. Please note that the difference of distance for every speaker should be 20 ft (6.0 m) or less.
4 Select the mode. Select “Auto” or “Manual”. • Auto: Adjust the level while listening to the test tones produced automatically from the different speakers. • Manual: Select the speaker from which you want to produce the test tone to adjust the level. Example: When the “Auto” mode is selected 5 Select “Test Tone Start”. 6 Select “Yes”. 7 a. If the “Auto” mode is selected: Test tones are automatically emitted from the different speakers.
When you adjust the channel levels while in the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL mode, the channel level adjustments made will affect all surround modes. Consider this mode a Master Channel Level adjustment mode. After you have completed the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL adjustments, you can then activate the individual surround modes and adjust channel levels that will be remembered for each of those modes.
Setting the Video In Assignment • This setting assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks of the AVR-2803/983 for the different input sources. 1 At the System Setup Menu select “Video In Assignment”. 2 Switch to the Video In Assignment screen. 3 Select the component (Y, PB/CB and PR/CR) video input terminal to be assigned to the input source.
3 Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears. Setting the ZONE2 Control [1] Setting the power amplifier assignment Make this setting to switch the power amplifier for the surround back channel to ZONE2. If ZONE2 is selected, the signal that selected at ZONE2 is output at “SURR. BACK/ZONE2 PREOUT” terminals. 1 At the System Setup Menu select “Zone2 Control” and press the ENTER button. 2 The “Zone2 Control” screen appears. Select “Power Amp Assignment” and press the ENTER button.
2 3 The “Zone2 Control” screen appears. Select “Zone2 Vol. Level” and press the ENTER button. Select the desired setting. Variable: The level can be adjusted freely using the buttons on the remote control unit. 0 dB, -40 dB: The output level is fixed at the set level and the volume can no longer be adjusted. 4 Enter the setting. At the “Zone2 Control” screen, select “Exit” and press the ENTER button. The System Setup Menu reappears. Setting the Ext.
Setting the Auto Surround Mode The surround mode used at last for the three types of input signals shown below is stored in the memory, and the signal is automatically played with that surround mode the next time it is input. Note that the surround mode setting is also stored separately for the different input sources.
Setting the Trigger Out Setup • Sets the Trigger Out output for the different input sources. 1 At the System Setup Menu select “Trigger Out Setup”. 2 Switch to the Trigger Out Setup screen. 3 4 Select the input source and select “ON” or “OFF”. Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears. Auto Tuner Presets Use this to automatically search for FM broadcasts and store up to 40 stations at preset channels A1 to 8, B1 to 8, C1 to 8, D1 to 8 and E1 to 8.
3 Use the CURSOR button to select “Yes”. “Search” flashes on the screen and searching begins. “Completed” appears once searching is completed. The display automatically switches to screen. Protecting the setting The system setup settings can be locked so that they cannot be changed easily. 1 At the System Setup Menu select “Setup Lock”. 2 Switch to the Setup Lock screen. 3 Select “ON”, to lock the system setup settings. 4 Press the ENTER to finalize the setting and exit the system setup mode.
After completing system setup This button can be pressed at any time during the system setup process to complete the process. 1 At the System Setup Menu, press the SYSTEM SETUP button. The changed settings are entered and the on-screen display turns off.
8 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT • The included remote control unit (RC-924) can be used to operate not only the AVR-2803/983 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. w Set three R6P/AA batteries in the battery compartment in the indicated direction.
Operating DENON audio components 1 Use the mode selector buttons to select the component you want to operate. The function will change one step in the sequence described below each time the MODE SELECT button is pressed. CD ZONE2 2 CDR/MD TV TAPE 1 DVD/VDP DBS/CABLE VCR Operate the audio component. • For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. It may not be possible to operate some models. 1.
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 36) to store your device’s remote control signals in the included remote control unit. 1 Press the power ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time. • The LEARNED/TX indicator flashes.
Operating a component stored in the preset memory 1 Press the mode selector button for the component you want to operate. 1 NOTE: • For the DVD player remote control buttons, function names may differ according to manufacturer. Compare with the remote control operation of the various components. 2 Operate the component. • For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit. 1.
3. Video deck (VCR) system buttons POWER : Power on/standby (ON/SOURCE) 6,7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 2 : Stop 1 : Play 3 : Pause Channel +, – : Channels 4.
Learning function If your AV component is not a Denon product or if it cannot be operated using the preset memory, it can be controlled with the accessorious remote control unit by storing its remote control signals in the remote control unit. For some remote control signals it is not possible to “learn” the signals or the device will not operate properly. In such cases use the remote control unit included with the device to operate it. 1 Press the USE/LEARN button with the tip of a pen etc.
System call The accessorious remote control unit is equipped with “system call” function allowing a series of remote control signals to be transmitted by pressing a single button. This function can be used for example to turn on the amplifier’s power, select the input source, turn on the monitor TV’s power, turn on the source component’s power and set the source to the play mode, all at a signal button. (1) System call buttons Up to 10 signals each can be stored at the “CALL1” and “CALL2” buttons.
(3) Using the system call function 1 Press the button at which the system call signals have been stored. • The stored signals are transmitted successively. Punch Through (1) Punch through button Buttons used in the CD, CDR/MD, TAPE, DVD/VDP, and VCR modes can be assigned to the buttons shown on the diagram at the right which are not normally used in the TV and DBS/CABLE modes.
Resetting (1) Resetting “learned” buttons 1 Press the USE/LEARN button with the tip of a pen, etc., to set the learn mode. • The mode selector buttons and LEARNED/TX indicator flash. Flashes 2 Press the mode button of the equipment that is to be reset. • Mode button and LEARNED/TX indicator flash. 3 Hold for 4 seconds or longer the mode button of the equipment that is to be reset and the ON/SOURCE button.
(2) Resetting the punch through setting 1 Press the power ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time. • The LEARNED/TX indicator flashes. 1 3, 4 2 Press the 1 (play) button. • TV and DBS/CABLE mode buttons and TEARNED/TX indicator flash. 2 3 Press the mode button of the equipment (TV or DBS/CABLE) that is to be reset. • The CD, CDR/MD, TAPE, DVD/VDP, and VCR mode buttons and TEARNED/TX indicator will flash. 4 Press the mode button of the equipment that is to be reset again.
9 OPERATION Before operating 1 2 Refer to “CONNECTIONS” (pages 6 to 13) and check that all connections are correct. Select “AMP mode” using the TAPE, CDR/MR or CD button. (only when operating with the remote control unit) 3 4 (Remote control unit) 3 3 Turn on the power. Press the POWER switch (button). 2 ON/STANDBY Light (Main unit) (Remote control unit) When pressed, the power turns on and the display lights. The sound is muted for several seconds, after which the unit operates normally.
Playing the input source 1 1 5 1 3 2 3 5 1 Select the input source to be played. Example: CD FUNCTION (Main unit) (Remote control unit) To select the input source when ZONE2/REC OUT or TUNING PRESET is selected, press the SOURCE button then operate the input function selector. 2 (Main unit) Select the input mode. • Selecting the analog mode Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog input. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • Selecting the external input (EXT. IN) mode Press the EXT.
3 Input mode display Select the play mode. One of these lights, depending on the input signal. • In the AUTO mode Example: Stereo INPUT SELECT AUTO PCM DTS DIGITAL ANALOG • In the DIGITAL PCM mode INPUT AUTO (Main unit) PCM DTS (Remote control unit) To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, channel volume or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the selector.
Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks 1 Set the external input (EXT. IN) mode. Press the EXT. IN to switch the external input. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Once this is selected, the input signals connected to the FL (front left), FR (front right), C (center), SL (surround left), SR (surround right), SBL (surround back left) and SBR (surround back right) channels of the EXT.
After starting playback [1] Adjusting the sound quality (TONE) • The tone control function will not work in the direct mode. • The tone control setting only affects the front speakers. • If the tone control function is used, the main volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (The maximum main volume level differs in the different surround modes.) 1 The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed.
[5] Checking the currently playing program source, etc. 1 On screen display • Each time an operation is performed, a description of that operation appears on the display connected to the unit’s VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. Also, the unit’s operating status can be checked during playback by pressing the remote control unit’s ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button. Such information as the position of the input selector and the surround parameter settings is output in sequence.
[2] Outputting a program source to an amplifier, etc., in a different room (ZONE2 mode) 1 Press the ZONE2 button. 3,5 3 Light (Main unit) 2 Press the ZONE2/REC button. The display switches as follows each time the button is pressed. 2 With “ZONE2 SOURCE” displayed, turn the FUNCTION knob and select the source you wish to output. • The indicator of the selected source light. 2 Display (Main unit) 3 1 FUNCTION MULTI PHONO CD TUNER DVD / VCR -1 -2 V.
Multi-zone playback with multi-source MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM • When the outputs of the “ZONE 2” OUT terminals are wired and connected to integrated amplifiers installed in other rooms, different sources can be played in rooms other than the main zone in which this unit and the playback devices are installed. (Refer to ZONE 2 on the diagram below.) • ZONE 2 SPEAKER OUT can be used when “ZONE2” is selected at System Setup Menu “Power Amp Assignment”.
10 SURROUND Before playing with the surround function • Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from the different speakers. This adjustment can be performed with the system setup (see page 21) or from the remote control unit, as described below. • Adjusting with the remote control unit using the test tones is only possible in the “Auto” mode and only effective in the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND modes.
Fader function • This function makes it possible to lower the volume of the 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 the different positions when playing multi-channel music sources. 1 Select “FADER”. (Remote control unit) The channel switches in the order shown below each time this button is pressed.
3 Set the surround parameter mode. Display MODE cinema (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The on-screen display differs according to whether the operation is performed from the main unit or the remote control unit. 4 This is the screen when operated with the remote control unit. Select the play mode. SELECT (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Display MODE cinema 5 MODE music MODE DOLBY PL This is the screen when operated with the remote control unit. Select the various parameters.
DTS NEO:6 mode • Surround playback can be performed for the analog input and PCM digital input 2-channel signals. The DTS NEO:6 Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the DTS NEO:6 mode. 1 1 3, 5 1, 4, 6 1 Select the DTS NEO:6 mode. 3 SELECT 4, 5, 6 (Main unit) 2 3 (Remote control unit) Play a program source. Set the surround parameter mode. 5 (Main unit) Select the various parameters.
Dolby Digital mode (only with digital input) and DTS Surround mode (only with digital input) 1 Select the input source. Playback with a digital input q Select an input source set to digital (COAXIAL/OPTICAL) (see page 23). 1 FUNCTION (Main unit) 3 (Remote control unit) w Set the input mode to “AUTO” or “DTS”. 1 (Main unit) 2 3 2 4,5 2,6 (Remote control unit) Select the Dolby/DTS Surround mode.
Display the surround parameter menu. 4 (Main unit) (Remote control unit) NOTE: The display on the screen differs depending on whether you are performing the operation from the main unit or the remote control unit. 5 6 Select the various parameters. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Adjust the parameter settings. SELECT (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Dialogue Normalization The dialogue normalization function is activated automatically when playing Dolby Digital program sources.
11 DSP SURROUND SIMULATION • The AVR-2803/983 is equipped with a high performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which uses digital signal processing to synthetically recreate the sound field. One of seven 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.
DSP surround simulation • To operate the surround mode and surround parameters from the remote control unit. 1 Select the surround mode for the input channel. 1 (Remote control unit) The surround mode switches in the following order each time the DSP SIMULATION button is pressed: MONO MOVIE ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIRTUAL MATRIX VIDEO GAME 2 2, 4 3 Display the surround parameter screen on the monitor. The screen for the selected surround mode appears. (Remote control unit) Set the parameters.
• Operating the surround mode and surround parameters from the main unit‘s panel. 1 Turn the SELECT knob to select the surround mode.
Tone control setting • • • • Use the tone control setting to adjust the bass and treble as desired. To operate the tone control from the remote control unit. The tone control setting only affects the front speakers. If the tone control function is used, the main volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (The maximum main volume level differs in the different surround modes.) Display the surround parameter screen on the monitor. The screen for the selected surround mode appears.
• To operate the tone control from the main unit. 1 The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed. BASS 0 1 TREBLE (Main unit) 2 2 SELECT 1 With the name of the volume to be adjusted selected, turn the SELECT knob to adjust the level. • To increase the bass or treble: Turn the control clockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be increased to up to +10 dB in steps of 2 dB.) • To decrease the bass or treble: Turn the control clockwise.
2 Surround modes and parameters Signals and adjustability in the different modes Channel output SURROUND SUBSURROUND L/R WOOFER BACK L/R When playing Dolby Digital signals When playing DTS signals When playing PCM signals When playing ANALOG signals Mode FRONT L/R CENTER DIRECT C E E B E C C C C STEREO C E E B E C C C C EXTERNAL INPUT C B B B B E E E C DOLBY PRO LOGIC II C B B B C *1 E C C DTS NEO:6 C B B B B *2 B E C C DOLBY DIGITAL C B B B B C
12 LISTENING TO THE RADIO • Check that the remote control unit is set to AMP mode (TAPE, CDR/MD or CD). Auto tuning 1 Set the input function to “TUNER”. 1 FUNCTION (Main unit) 2 (Remote control unit) Watching the display, press the BAND button to select the desired band (AM or FM). (Remote control unit) 3 Press the MODE button to set the auto tuning mode. “Auto” appears on the display. 3 2 (Remote control unit) 1 4 4 Press the TUNING + (up) or – (down) button.
Preset memory 1 2 Use the “Auto tuning” or “Manual tuning” operation to tune in the station to be preset in the memory. Press the MEMORY button. (Remote control unit) 2, 5 Press the SHIFT button and select the desired memory block (A to E). 3 4 (Remote control unit) 4 Press the CHANNEL + (up) or – (down) button to select the desired preset channel (1 to 8). (Remote control unit) Press the MEMORY button again to store the station in the preset memory.
Recalling preset stations • Recalling preset stations from the remote control unit. 1 Watching the display, press the SHIFT button to select the preset memory block. 1 (Remote control unit) 2 Watching the display, press the CHANNEL + (up) or – (down) button to select the desired preset channel. 2 (Remote control unit) • Recalling preset stations from the main unit‘s panel. 1 Press the TUNING PRESET button.
15 TROUBLESHOOTING If a problem should arise,first check the following table. 1. Are the connections correct ? 2. Have you operated the receiver according to the Operating Instructions ? 3. Are the speakers, turntable and other components operating property ? 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.
16 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Optimum surround sound for different sources There are currently various types of multi-channel signals (signals or formats with more than two channels). 2 Types of multi-channel signals Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS, high definition 3-1 signals (Japan MUSE Hi-Vision audio), DVD-Audio, SACD (Super Audio CD), MPEG multichannel audio, etc. “Source” here does not refer to the type of signal (format) but the recorded content. Sources can be divided into two major categories.
Surround back speakers A 6.1-channel system is a conventional 5.1-channel system to which the “surround back” (SB) channel has been added. This makes it easy to achieve sound positioned directly behind the listener, something that was previously difficult with sources designed for conventional multi surround speakers.
Speaker setting examples Here we describe a number of speaker settings for different purposes. Use these examples as guides to set up your system according to the type of speakers used and the main usage purpose. 1.
Surround The AVR-2803/983 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater. Dolby Surround (1) Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital consists of up to “5.
There are two types of DVD Dolby surround recording signals. q 2-channel PCM stereo signals w 2-channel Dolby Digital signals When either of these signals is input to the AVR-2803/983, the surround mode is automatically set to Dolby Pro Logic II when the “DOLBY/DTS SURROUND” mode is selected. 2 Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are indicated with the logo mark shown below. Dolby Surround support mark: Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
DTS-ES Extended Surround TM DTS-ES Extended Surround is a new multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. While offering high compatibility with the conventional DTS Digital Surround format, DTS-ES Extended Surround greatly improves the 360-degree surround impression and space expression thanks to further expanded surround signals. This format has been used professionally in movie theaters since 1999. In addition to the 5.
DTS 96/24 The sampling frequency, number of bits and number of channels used for recording of music, etc., in studios has been increasing in recent years, and there are a growing number of high quality signal sources, including 96 kHz/24 bit 5.1-channel sources. For example, there are high picture/sound quality DVD video sources with 96 kHz/24 bit stereo PCM audio tracks.
System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory) System setup Speaker Configuration Default settings Input the combination of speakers in your system and their corresponding sizes (Small for regular speakers, Large for full-size, full-range) to automatically set the composition of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency response. Front Sp. Center Sp. Sub Woofer Surround Sp. Surround Back Sp.
Surround modes and parameters Signals and adjustability in the different modes Channel output SURROUND SUBSURROUND L/R WOOFER BACK L/R When playing Dolby Digital signals When playing DTS signals When playing PCM signals When playing ANALOG signals Mode FRONT L/R CENTER DIRECT C E E B E C C C C STEREO C E E B E C C C C EXTERNAL INPUT C B B B B E E E C DOLBY PRO LOGIC II C B B B C *1 E C C DTS NEO:6 C B B B B *2 B E C C DOLBY DIGITAL C B B B B C *
2 Differences in surround mode names depending on the input signals Input signals DTS Surround Mode DOLBY DIGITAL ANALOG LINEAR PCM DTS (5.1 ch) DTS 96/24 (5.1 ch) DTS (6.1 ch) D. D. (2 ch) D. D. (5.1 ch) DIRECT C C C C C C C STEREO C C C C C C C DTS NEO:6 DTS NEO:6 ✳DTS ES MTRX ✳DTS ES MTRX B ES DSCRT6.1 DTS NEO:6 E DTS SURROUND DTS 96/24 ES MTRX6.
17 SPECIFICATIONS 2 Audio section • Power amplifier Rated output: Front: Dynamic power: Output terminals: • Analog Input sensitivity / input impedance: Frequency response: S/N: Distortion: Rated output: • Digital D/A output: 2 2 2 2 90 W + 90 W 125 W + 125 W Center: 90 W 125 W Surround: 90 W + 90 W 125 W + 125 W Surround Back: 90 W + 90 W 125 W + 125 W 120 W x 2 ch (8 Ω/ohms) 170 W x 2 ch (4 Ω/ohms) 200 W x 2 ch (2 Ω/ohms) Front: A or B A + B Center, Surround, Surr.
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