Graphical User Interface English Use this manual in combination with the operating guide displayed on the GUI screen. GUI Menu Operation (vpage 25) GUI Menu Map (vpage 24) Remote Control Unit Operations (vpage 84) Français Utilisez ce manuel en même temps que le guide d’utilisation affiché sur l’écran GUI (Interface graphique).
ENGLISH FRANCAIS n SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
FRANCAIS ENGLISH FCC INFORMATION (For US customers) n NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION 1. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Product Name: AV Surround Receiver Model Number: AVR-990 This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
ENGLISH n Contents Getting Started·······································································2 Playback····················································································51 Flow of Operations Through Playback·········································2 Cautions on Handling····································································2 Cautions on Installation································································2 Preparations······································
ENGLISH Other Information································································89 Connections Installing/Setting the Speakers (vpage 10) Speaker Connections (vpage 12) List of preset codes···································End of this manual Turning the Power On (vpage 23) Settings Audyssey™ Auto Setup (vpage 27) • Moving the unit Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Next, disconnect the connection cables to other system units before moving the unit.
ENGLISH Getting Started Connections Preparations Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference. Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product. Settings Playback ZONE2 Remote Control Information q Owner’s manual....................................................................... 1 w Getting started.......................
ENGLISH E5 E4 E3 E2 E1 E0 W9 W8 W7 W6 Getting Started GWith the door openH Part Names and Functions W5 Front Panel For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
ENGLISH Getting Started Connections Part Names and Functions Display W1 Q9 Q8Q7 Q6 Q5 Q4 W0 Q3Q2 Q1 Q0 o i u Settings Playback q w ZONE2 q Input signal indicators w Input signal channel indicators Remote Control Information These light when digital signals are input. When playing HD Audio sources, the“ ” indicator lights when an extension channel (a channel other than the front, center, surround, surround back or LFE channel) is input.
ENGLISH Rear Panel Q5 Q6 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q0 Q0 Q1 Getting Started Part Names and Functions Connections Settings Playback Q8 Q7 ZONE2 Q7 Q6 Remote Control Information e r t u SIGNAL GND terminal································ (16) i AC inlet························································· (23) o AC OUTLETS················································ (23) Q0 Digital audio connectors····················· (15 ~ 18) Q1 HD Radio antenna terminals······················ (19) Q2 ETHERNET
ENGLISH Getting Started Connections Part Names and Functions Remote Control Unit Rear Front Q1 q W3 w Settings e Q7 r Playback r ZONE2 Remote Control Information Troubleshooting Q8 t i Q5 o Q6 Q2 Q9 W7 W0 Q3 y Q4 W8 W9 W1 u Q0 W4 W5 W6 E0 q Indicator······················································· (84) w Power buttons············································· (23) e QUICK SELECT buttons······························ (78) r Input source select button···················
ENGLISH Important Information Cables Used for Connections Select the cables (sold separately) according to the equipment being connected.
ENGLISH GFlow of video signals for ZONE2H Converting Input Video Signals for Output (Video Conversion Function) AVR-990 Connections The AVR-990 has 4 different types of video input/output terminal (HDMI, Component video, S-Video, Video). Use the terminals according to the devices to be connected. This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-990 into the format used to output the video signals from the AVR-990 to a monitor.
ENGLISH n When 7.1ch (Front Height Speaker) Connected Front height speakers Front speakers Center speaker a Determine the Speaker Layout Subwoofer z2 z1 Monitor z 3 Front speakers Front height speaker z1 2 to 3 feet / 60 to 90 cm Surround speakers GAs seen from the sideH n When 5.
ENGLISH Getting Started Installing/Setting the Speakers s Set the “Amp Assign” Mode According to the Speaker Layout The signals output from the AVR-990’s SURR. BACK/AMP ASSIGN speaker terminals can be switched (vpage 33 “Amp Assign”). Connections Amp assign mode (vpage 33) Settings Normal SURR. BACK / AMP ASSIGN Speaker connections Amp assign mode (vpage 33) Example of speaker installation (Number of channels played) Playback Front A Bi-Amp or Front B Bi-Amp Surround Back Speakers (7.
ENGLISH Front speakers A (L) (R) q w q w q w Subwoofer Subwoofer with built-in amplifier (R) qw Front speakers B q (L) w Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-990, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly. off about 0.
ENGLISH Getting Started Connecting Devices Connecting Devices Connections n Connecting Devices Equipped with HDMI Terminals (vpage 13) n Connecting the Monitor (vpage 14) n Connecting the Playback Components Settings • Blu-ray Disc Player / DVD Player (vpage 15) • Control dock for iPod (vpage 15) • CD Player (vpage 16) • Record Player (vpage 16) Playback n Connecting the Recording Components • Video Cassette Recorder (vpage 16) • Digital Video Recorder (vpage 17) ZONE2 n Connect the Tuner Remote C
ENGLISH NOTE n Connecting to a Device Equipped with a DVI-D Terminal When an HDMI/DVI conversion cable (sold separately) is used, the HDMI video signals are converted to DVI signals, allowing connection to a device equipped with a DVI-D terminal. For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting Devices Equipped with HDMI Terminals” on page 13. Monitor 7*%&0 4 7*%&0 */ 7*%&0 */ $0.10/&/5 7*%&0 */ : 1# 13 Playback • No sound is output when connected to a device equipped with a DVI-D terminal.
ENGLISH Getting Started Connecting Devices Control Dock for iPod Connecting the Playback Components Connections Use a DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R or ASD-11R, sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-990. For instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control dock for iPod’s operating instructions. Blu-ray Disc Player / DVD Player Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
ENGLISH CD Player Record Player Select the terminal to use and connect the device. Connecting the Recording Components Turntable (MM cartridge) Select the terminal to use and connect the device. "6%*0 "6%*0 065 3 $0"9*"065 For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting Devices Equipped with HDMI Terminals” on page 13.
ENGLISH Getting Started Connecting Devices Digital Video Recorder Connect the Tuner Select the terminal to use and connect the device. Connections For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting Devices Equipped with HDMI Terminals” on page 13. Settings 015*$" 065 7*%&0 "6%*0 065 3 7*%&0 065 4 7*%&0 065 7*%&0 $0.10/&/5 7*%&0 065 : 1# 13 7*%&0 */ 4 7*%&0 */ "6%*0 "6%*0 */ 3 Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
ENGLISH Select the terminal to use and connect the device. • The AVR-990 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready® receiver. You can receive SIRIUS® Satellite Radio by connecting to the SiriusConnect Home Tuner and subscribing to the SIRIUS service. • Plug the SIRIUS connector on the rear panel. • Position the Home Tuner antenna near a south-facing window to receive the best signal. For details, see “Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio” (vpage 54).
ENGLISH Getting Started Connecting Devices HD Radio Terminals NOTE Keep the power cord unplugged until the SiriusConnect Home Tuner connection have been completed. Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line. HD Radio is a service that is only available within the United States. Connections SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Service not available in Alaska and Hawaii.
ENGLISH Connections to Other Devices Video Camera / Game Console USB Port Component with Multi-channel Output connectors When you connect a USB memory device to the USB port, you can enjoy music, etc., stored on the USB memory device. The video signal can be connected in the same way as a Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player (vpage 15 “Blu-ray Disc Player / DVD Player”).
ENGLISH Getting Started Connecting Devices External Controller External Power Amplifier • Select the terminal to use and connect the device. • Connect when using an external power amp or an amp you already have. Connections Power amplifier "6%*0 46# 800'&3 '30/5 Settings - 3 $&/5&3 463306/% - 3 463306/% #"$, - 3 n RS-232C connector When you connect an external control device, you can control the AVR-990 with the external control device. Perform the operation below beforehand.
ENGLISH Connecting to a Home Network (LAN) Internet Computer n Modem n Router n Ethernet cable (CAT-5 or greater recommended) n Computer To LAN port Router Troubleshooting GRecommended systemH • OS : Windows® XP Service Pack2 or later, Windows Vista • Software (Prepare one of the following.) • Windows Media Player ver.
ENGLISH Getting Started Connecting the Power Cord Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. Connections Connection to the AC outlet Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit Settings • These outlets supply power to external audio equipment. • Audio equipment with a total power consumption of 120 W (1 A) can be connected.
ENGLISH Getting Started Settings GUI Menu Map Setting items 74 74 74 74 74 74 27 32 33 35 36 37 40 40 49 49 50 50 50 44 47 48 48 48 49 49 49 Troubleshooting Input Setup Use this to make settings related to playing input sources. 69 73 Remote Control Information Items that only need to be set once Set these for example upon purchase. Once these items are set, there is no need to set them again unless the speaker layout or the connected speakers have been changed.
ENGLISH Getting Started GUI Menu Operation Connections When a TV is connected to the AVR-990, the GUI menu, sound field parameters, etc., can be displayed on the TV. This allows you to operate the AVR-990 and make settings on it while looking at the GUI menu displayed on the TV. MENU uio p ENTER RETURN Examples of GUI Menu Screen Displays Typical examples are described below.
ENGLISH Selecting the Input Source w Operating on the Remote Control Unit q Using the Input Setup Menu [DEVICE SELECT 1] to “MAIN/TV” and 1 Set [DEVICE SELECT 2] to “MAIN”. Front 2 Front 2 Press [INPUT SOURCE SELECT]. The desired input source can be selected directly. Front Remote Control Information The currently selected input source is highlighted. ZONE2 Display the “Source Select” menu. Playback Front Press [SOURCE SELECT].
ENGLISH Getting Started Make the Optimal Speaker Settings, and Correct the Room Acoustics (Audyssey™ Auto Setup) Connections The acoustic characteristics of the connected speakers and listening room are measured and the optimum settings are made automatically.
ENGLISH NOTE a Connect the Included Setup Microphone • Do not remove the setup microphone until Audyssey Auto Setup is completed. • When using headphones, unplug the headphones before starting Audyssey Auto Setup procedure. When placing the setup microphone, adjust the height of the sound receiver part to the level of the listener’s ear. Settings (vpage 12 “Speaker Connections”) Playback Setup microphone Change the TV input to AVR-990 input.
ENGLISH Getting Started Make the Optimal Speaker Settings, and Correct the Room Acoustics (Audyssey™ Auto Setup) s Audyssey Auto Setup Preparations around items indicate the default setting. Connections STEP1 Preparation Settings Perform the following settings if adjustments, etc., are required for the speaker environment you’re using. If you do not need to perform the following settings, or have already completed them, select “Auto Setup Start” and then press ENTER. Proceed to “ STEP2 ”.
ENGLISH STEP3 Measurement 5 ui to select 8 Use the item you want Distance Check Channel Level Check Crossover Freq. Check b Subwoofer or other speakers may be set to a value that does not correspond to the actual distance. “Store” then 11 Select press ENTER. “Now Storing... Please wait.” is displayed while the results are being stored. Troubleshooting the STEP3 7 On screen, use ui STEP6 Store NOTE to select “Next 1 Calculation”, then press ENTER.
ENGLISH Getting Started Make the Optimal Speaker Settings, and Correct the Room Acoustics (Audyssey™ Auto Setup) Error messages (examples) Error Messages Connections An error message is displayed if it was not possible to complete Audyssey Auto Setup due to speaker placement, the measurement environment, etc. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform Audyssey Auto Setup procedure over again.
ENGLISH Making Detailed Settings (Manual Setup) Check the Measuring Results and Equalizer Type after Audyssey Auto Setup (Parameter Check) For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “GUI Menu Operation” (vpage 25). This is displayed after Audyssey Auto Setup procedure is completed. Connections i to select “Parameter Check”, and then 1 Press press ENTER or p.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making Detailed Settings (Manual Setup) Making the Speaker Settings (Speaker Setup) Default settings are underlined. Setting items Speaker Configuration (Continued) Connections Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings made in Audyssey Auto Setup. Setting items Amp Assign Setting contents Settings Playback Normal : The surround back channel audio signals are output. Sets the signal output to the ZONE2 : The ZONE2 audio signals are output.
ENGLISH Setting items Bass Setting Setting contents Remote control operation buttons :Displaying the menu Cancel the menu :Moves the cursor (Up/Down/Left/Right) :Confirm the setting :Return to previous menu 34 Specifications See overleaf Troubleshooting When you select “Default” and press ENTER, the “Default Setting?” prompt is displayed. Select either “Yes” or “No”, and press ENTER. Remote Control Information • Speakers set to “None” in “Speaker Configuration” (vpage 33) are not displayed.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making Detailed Settings (Manual Setup) Setting items Front Speaker Setup Setting contents Connections Setting : Choose the method for setting the front speakers. Set the front speakers to use • Normal : The front speakers are set using the . ustom : The front speakers used for the different playing modes are •C for every surround mode. set in advance.
ENGLISH Making the Audio Settings (Audio Setup) Default settings are underlined. Setting items 2ch Direct/Stereo Setting contents Make settings for audio playback. Setting items EXT.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making Detailed Settings (Manual Setup) Setting items EQ Customize (Continued) Setting contents Audyssey Flat : Set when not using the “Audyssey Flat” equalizer. • Used : Use. • Not Used : Do not use. Setting items Network Connecting (Continued) Connections Settings et so that “Audyssey Flat” settings can be made when Audyssey™ S Auto Setup procedure is performed. Manual : Set when not using the “Manual” equalizer. • Used : Use. • Not Used : Do not use.
ENGLISH Setting items Network Connecting (Continued) Setting contents Proxy settings : Make this setting when connecting to the Internet via a proxy server. Setting items Network Connecting Set to “ON” when using the web control function. e t W hen you select “Default” and press ENTER, the “Default Setting?” prompt is displayed. Select either “Yes” or “No”, and press ENTER. Party Mode Function : Set the Party Mode function. • OFF : Disable Party Mode function. • ON : Enable Party Mode function.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making Detailed Settings (Manual Setup) Setting items Other (Continued) Setting contents Connections Party Start Level : Make settings for volume level when the Party Mode is started. • Last : The same volume as set before the party mode was started. • – – – (0) : Always use the muting on condition when the Party Mode is started. • –80dB ~ 18dB (1 ~ 99) : Start party mode with your preferred volume. Settings • This can be set when “Party Mode Function“ is set to “ON“.
ENGLISH Making the ZONE2 Settings (ZONE2 Setup) Default settings are underlined. Setting items Level Lch left Setting contents Level Rch Volume Display : Set how volume is displayed. Set the MAIN ZONE volume • Relative : Display - - - dB (Min), in the range –80 dB ~ 18 dB. • Absolute : Display in the range 0 (Min) ~ 99. setting. channel Volume Display volume he “Level Rch” can be set when “Channel“ (vpage 40) is set to T “Stereo“. Relative : Display - - - dB (Min), in the range –80 dB ~ 18 dB.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making Detailed Settings (Manual Setup) Setting items GUI Make GUI related settings. Setting contents Setting items Connections Settings Playback Screensaver : Make screensaver settings. • ON : The screen saver is activated during GUI menu display or NET/USB / iPod / SIRIUS / HD Radio screen display if no operation is performed approximately for a continuous 3-minute period.
ENGLISH Setting items Zone Rename Setting contents Maintenance Mode NOTE Specifications hen using the AVR-990 with only the included remote control unit W (RC-1118), use Remote ID “1” (default). When using a separately sold remote control unit (RC-7000CI, etc.), this function can be used. Match the ID setting of the remote control unit and the receiver.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making Detailed Settings (Manual Setup) Setting items Firmware Update Notes concerning use of “Firmware Update” and “Add New Feature” Setting contents Connections Settings Check for Update : You can check for firmware updates. You can also Update the firmware of the check approximately how long it will take to complete an update. receiver. Start : Execute the update process. When updating starts, the power indicator becomes red and the GUI screen is shut down.
ENGLISH For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “GUI Menu Operation” (vpage 25). About the Display of Input Sources in This Manual In this manual, the names of input sources that can be set at the different items are indicated as shown below. PHONO CD DVD HDP Media Server USB Napster TV SAT/CBL Rhapsody VCR SIRIUS DVR V.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making the Input Settings (Input Setup) n Input Assignments Menu Operations 1 Press MENU. Connections The GUI menu is displayed on the TV screen. ENTER, then use o p to select 4 Press the input terminal to be assigned. Use the ui to select “Input Setup”, the press ENTER or p. Setting items HDMI Setting contents TV SAT/CBL VCR DVR V.AUX input sources The DVD HDP Set this to change the HDMI are assigned to the HDMI input terminals as shown below.
ENGLISH Setting items Digital (Continued) Setting contents b Upon purchase, the settings of the different input sources are as shown below. HDP TV SAT/CBL VCR Default setting Coax 3 Coax 1 None Opt 1 Coax 2 None Input source DVR V.AUX SIRIUS Default setting Opt 2 Opt 3 None hen control dock for iPod is used as the input source, assignment of W the digital input terminal is disabled, even if it is assigned. HDP Assign : Assign the control dock for iPod to the selected input source.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making the Input Settings (Input Setup) Making the Video Settings (Video) Default settings are underlined. Connections Setting items Video Select Setting contents Source : Play the picture and sound of the input source. Change video input to your DVD / HDP / TV / SAT/CBL / VCR / DVR / V.AUX : Select video input source to view. This can be set for individual input sources. preferred input source.
ENGLISH Changing the Input Mode and Decoding Mode (Input Mode) Changing the Input Source’s Display Name (Rename) Default settings are underlined. Setting contents Decode Mode This can be set when the input source is SAT/CBL VCR DVR V.AUX . CD DVD HDP TV Auto : Detect type of digital input signal and decode and play automatically. PCM : Decode and play only PCM input signals. DTS : Decode and play only DTS input signals.
ENGLISH Getting Started Making the Input Settings (Input Setup) Setting the iPod with iPod Dock Playback Mode (Playback Mode) Automatically Presetting Radio Stations (Auto Preset) This can be set for the input source for which “iPod dock” is assigned at “Input Assign” (vpage 46). Connections Setting items Repeat Setting contents Start the process. Settings Playback ZONE2 Remote Control Information Setting items Repeat Napster preset This can be set when the input source is HD Radio .
ENGLISH Setting SIRIUS Radio Reception Restrictions (Parental Lock) Giving Names to Preset Stations (Preset Name) Default settings are underlined. Setting contents Select the preset channel. This can be set when the input source is HD Radio . • This can be set when the input source is SIRIUS . • For any channel, set the radio reception limits. Setting items Lock Setting Set the channel reception limits. Edit Lock Code Change the password.
ENGLISH Getting Started Playback Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit Settings ENTER BUTTON
ENGLISH 4 Press [SEARCH] and hold it down for a 2 seconds or more to select the display mode. Playable Picture file files Video file Active buttons Remote mode S S A Sz2 Sz1 Sz2 Remote control unit (AVR-990) S S iPod® A S Playback starts. n Adjusting the master volume (vpage 65) n Selecting the surround mode (vpage 67) n Adjusting the Sound and Picture Quality NOTE • Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate.
ENGLISH Getting Started Tuning in Radio Stations Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual About SIRIUS XM Radio Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit Settings ENTER BUTTON
ENGLISH Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio When operating SIRIUS with the AVR-990 via the remote control unit, use [SAT TU]. (vpage 69) preset number. 2 Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting. 4 until the channel (example: 3 Press “SR001”) is displayed. 4 Press [TUNING] and select channel 0 (SR000). Adjust the position of the antenna until “SIGNAL: EXCELLENT” is shown on the display. To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 4. Channel No.
ENGLISH Getting Started Tuning in Radio Stations – SIRIUS Satellite Radio, HD Radio Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit Settings ENTER BUTTON
ENGLISH Selecting Audio Programs HD Radio includes up to 9 audio programs (HD1 to HD8 and Analog). The different audio programs also have data programs. If the station you are listening to has multiple audio programs, “HD1” is indicated on the display. If it only has one audio program, “HD” is indicated. 4 Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting. NOTE Preset stations are erased by overwriting them. 1 Press [SHIFT] to select the memory block (A to G).
ENGLISH Getting Started Playing Network Audio, USB Memory Devices Media Player Connections This function lets you play music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) stored on a computer (media server) connected to the AVR-990 via a network. With the AVR-990’s network audio playback function, connection to the server is possible using one of the technologies below.
ENGLISH Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual 1 q Check the network environment, then turn on the AVR990’s power (vpage 22 “Connecting to a Home Network (LAN)”). w If settings are required, make the “Network Connecting” (vpage 37). e Set [DEVICE SELECT 1] to “MAIN/TV” [DEVICE SELECT 2] to “MAIN”. The station list is displayed. Playback starts once buffering reaches “100%”. Front [NET/USB] [1] Rear 5 Adjust the items below.
ENGLISH Getting Started Playing Network Audio, USB Memory Devices Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit Settings uio p ENTER BUTTON
ENGLISH Playing Files Stored on a Computer Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. Press ui to select the file, then press ENTER, p or [1]. Playback starts once buffering reaches “100%”.
ENGLISH Getting Started Playing Network Audio, USB Memory Devices, Listening to Napster Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit Settings uio p ENTER BUTTON
ENGLISH Enter a Character Search For the Track You Want to Listen to [1/7] Napster p while the track you wish to register is 1 Press playing. 2 Select “Add to my library”, then press ENTER or p. Connections 1 Press [SEARCH]. Registering Tracks in My Napster Library The track is entered in the Library. Napster Playlists Staff Picks Genres After selecting, the information is displayed. ZONE2 ui to select the search item, then press 2 Use ENTER.
ENGLISH Getting Started Listening to Rhapsody Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit Settings ENTER BUTTON
ENGLISH Select the Search Mode e Search From the Rhapsody Internet Radio Station [1/4] Rhapsody Search Rhapsody Channels My Library r e w Press p during playback to display the Track Menu. Jamp to artist Jamp to album Similar artist Similar albums The search display appears. b You can search by artist name, album name, track name or keyword. Use ui to select “Add to my library”, then press ENTER or p. The track is entered in the Library.
ENGLISH Getting Started Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit ENTER BUTTON
ENGLISH To Cue to the Beginning of a Track Connections During playback, either press [8] (to search for previous tracks) or [9] (to search for subsequent tracks), or press ui. Getting Started Operations During Playback Settings Selecting Tracks During playback, either press u (previous track) or i (next track). Playback ZONE2 Searching Pages Remote Control Information Press [SEARCH], then press o (previous page) or p (next page). b To cancel, press ui or [SEARCH].
ENGLISH Getting Started Selecting the Surround Mode Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit BUTTON
ENGLISH w Playing in a DENON Original Surround Mode pressing DSP JAZZ CLUB : This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere of a live concert in a jazz club. MONO MOVIE z : This mode is for playing monaural movie sources with surround sound. VIDEO GAME : This mode is suited for achieving surround sound with video games. MATRIX : This mode lets you add a sense of expansion to stereo music sources.
ENGLISH Getting Started Adjusting the Sound and Picture Quality (Audio/Video Adjust) For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “GUI Menu Operation” (vpage 25). Setting items Adjusting the Sound (Audio Adjust) Connections Default settings are underlined. Surround Parameters (Continued) Settings The sound being played in the surround mode can be adjusted to your liking.
ENGLISH Setting items Surround Parameters (Continued) Setting contents Setting items Surround Parameters Front Height : Set the front height channel. • ON : Use the front height channel. • OFF : Do not use the front height channel. (Continued) DSCRT ON : Play the surround back signals included in the 7.1-channel source. MTRX ON : Generate and play the surround back signals from the surround channel signals.
ENGLISH Getting Started Adjusting the Sound and Picture Quality (Audio/Video Adjust) Setting items Audyssey Settings Setting contents Connections Settings Playback ZONE2 Remote Control Information MultEQ : Corrects both time and frequency response problems in the Set MultEQ, Dynamic EQ listening area. • Audyssey : Optimize the frequency response of all speakers. and Dynamic Volume. • Audyssey Byp.L/R : Optimize frequency response of speakers except NOTE front L and R speakers.
ENGLISH Setting items Audyssey Settings (Continued) Setting contents ” is displayed when set to “ON”. Operation on the main unit Dynamic EQ : ON / Volume : OFF “Red” “Red” Default : Reset the settings to the default values. • Yes : Reset. • No : Do not Reset. Dynamic EQ / Volume : OFF Operation on the remote control unit Dynamic EQ / Volume : ON Dynamic EQ : ON / Volume : OFF “Green” I f you select “Default” and press ENTER the message “Default Setting?” is displayed.
ENGLISH Getting Started Adjusting the Sound and Picture Quality (Audio/Video Adjust) Setting items RESTORER Connections Settings This function restores compressed audio signals to how they were before compression and corrects the sense of volume of the bass and treble to obtain richer playback sound. Setting contents OFF : Do not use RESTORER. Mode 1 (RESTORER 64) : Optimized mode for compressed sources with very weak highs.
ENGLISH Setting items Setting items Setting contents Setting contents Shows information preset channels. This can be checked when the input source is set to NET/USB HD Radio . SIRIUS Playback Preset Channel about A / B / C / D / E / F / G • A1 ~ A8 / B1 ~ B8 / C1 ~ C8 / D1 ~ D8 / E1 ~ E8 / F1 ~ F8 / G1 ~ G8 ZONE2 Remote Control Information Dialogue normalization function This is automatically activated when playing Dolby Digital sources.
ENGLISH Getting Started Other Operations and Convenient Functions Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit Settings BUTTON
ENGLISH HDMI Control Function When you set “Output audio from amp” in the TV audio output setup operation, you can switch the amp power on. n You can switch AVR-990 input source through linkage to TV input switching. • When you want to listen to TV audio by AVR-990, connect optical digital or analog audio (vpage 14 “Connecting the Monitor”). • When using these functions set as follows: “HDMI Control” (vpage 35) set to “ON”. NOTE on standby.
ENGLISH Getting Started Convenient Functions Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit BUTTON
ENGLISH Saving Frequently Used Settings (Quick Select Function) Saving the Settings Starting the Party Mode as the Organizer The current settings will be memorized. Quick Select 1 Quick Select 2 Quick Select 3 GQuick Select DefaultsH Input Source DVD SAT/CBL VCR Volume –40dB –40dB –40dB Calling the Settings Out The “ ”, “ ” or “ ” indicator lights on the display. The “ ” indicator on the display lights.
ENGLISH Getting Started Convenient Functions Operating a Wireless LAN-Compatible Mobile Terminal to Play Music and Still Pictures Playing Contents on a Mobile Terminal Device Wireless LANcompatible router AVR-990 Connections • Perform this procedure using a wireless LAN-compatible mobile terminal conforming to the DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) standard.
ENGLISH Operating the AVR-990 with a Browser (Web Control Function) the top menu is displayed, click on the menu 4 When 5 Operate. you want to operate. GExample 1H Main zone control screen You can operate the AVR-990 using a browser. Connections z2 z6 Settings “ON” the “Network Standby” setting 1 Switch (vpage 38). the AVR-990’s IP address with “Network 2 Check Information” (vpage 39). z3 Playback z5 z7 z4 For example, if the IP address of AVR-990 is “192.168.100.33”, enter “http://192.168.100.
ENGLISH Getting Started Convenient Functions GExample 2H Setup menu screen z10 GExample 4H PDA menu screen GExample 6H Dedicated iPod Touch screen b When accessed from the iPod Touch browser, an optimized operation screen is displayed. z12 Connections z13 z18 z18: Select to operate each zone. Settings z11 NOTE You cannot change setup menu operations and zone name on the PDA menu screen.
ENGLISH This function allows you to play sound in rooms other than the main zone where multi-channel sound is played. The audio signals of the AVR-990’s ZONE2 audio output terminals are output to the ZONE2 amplifiers and played on these amplifiers.
ENGLISH Getting Started Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Connections Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit BUTTON
ENGLISH It is also possible to save three settings for ZONE2. q Input Source (vpage 83) w Volume Level (vpage 83) 2 [ZONE OFF] Press and hold the desired [QUICK SELECT] until “Memory” appears on the display. [MAIN ON] Front Rear : To register a TV : To operate a Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, Digital video recorder, video deck, satellite receiver, cable TV or CD player [DEVICE SELECT 2] to the component to be 2 Set registered.
ENGLISH Getting Started Operating Components 1 iPod Switch [DEVICE SELECT 1].
ENGLISH SIRIUS (SAT TU) NET/USB Front Front DEVICE SELECT Channel selection SEARCH Rear TUNING df Front Front 6 7 CH + – TV INPUT VOLUME df Front MUTE MENU uio p ENTER SETUP RETURN Power on / Standby Playz Pausez Stopz Manual search z (fast-reverse / fast-forward) Switch channels (+, –)z Switching the input d : TV Volume (+) f : TV Volume (–) TV mute Calling out the menus Cursor operation Enter setting Setup Return Remote Control Information RETURN ON/SOURCE 1 3 2 Play/Pause Stop Preset chann
ENGLISH Getting Started Operating Components Blu-ray disc Player / DVD Player Digital Video Recorder (DVR) / Video Deck (VCR) Front Front Connections DEVICE SELECT Settings POWER OFF ON/SOURCE 1 2 3 Playback SKIP + ZONE2 6 7 Remote Control Information Front 8 9 MENU uio p ENTER SETUP RETURN SOURCE SELECT / TOP MENU Satellite receiver/Cable TV Front DEVICE SELECT Power off Power on or Power on / Standby Play Stop Pause BD Player DVD Player – ON/SOURCE 1 2 3 6 7 CH + – MENU uio p ENTER SETUP
ENGLISH CD Player Front Front 0 ~ 9, +10 Number input / Track selection Default setting (Preset code) DENON (111) Special Remarks q [3] [6], [7] [8], [9] 2 Switch [DEVICE SELECT 2]. TV SAT/CBL : Assigning TV buttons to operate other devices : Assigning satellite receiver or cable TV buttons to operate other devices [BAND] and [DYNAMIC VOLUME] at the same 3 Press time. to the table below and input the number 4 Refer corresponding to the device to be assigned. The indicator starts flashing.
ENGLISH Getting Started Other Information Explanation of Terms Connections The AVR-990 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. Settings Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic gx Dolby Pro Logic gx is a further improved version of the Dolby Pro Logic g matrix decoding technology. Audio signals recorded in 2-channels are decoded to achieve a natural sound with up to 7.1-channels.
ENGLISH DTS 96/24 DTS Express is an audio format supporting low bit rates (max. 5.1channels, 24 to 256 kbps). Audyssey MultEQ® Windows Media Player Ver.11 Audyssey MultEQ is a room equalization solution that calibrates any audio system so that it can achieve optimum performance for every listener in a large listening area.
ENGLISH Getting Started Surround Surround Modes and Parameters Signals and adjustability in the different modes Front L/R Center Surround L/R Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses) Surround Back L/R Subwoofer Front Height L/R D. COMP DRC z1 LFE z2 AFDM z3 z3 Surround Back Cinema EQ.
ENGLISH Signals and adjustability in the different modes Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses) Surround Mode Delay Time Subwoofer Front Height PRO LOGIC g/gx MUSIC mode only NEO:6 MUSIC mode only EXT. IN only Dimension Center Width Center Image Subwoofer Att. MultEQ Dynamic EQ (NOTE6) Dynamic Volume (NOTE7) RESTORER (NOTE8) A A S A A A A A A A A A A MULTI CH DIRECT A A A A A A A A A A A A A STEREO A A A A A A A A S (OFF) S (OFF) S S S EXT.
ENGLISH Getting Started Surround Differences in Surround Mode Names Depending on the Input Signals Input signals Button DTS-HD DTS Connections ANALOG LINEAR PCM / WAV WMA (Windows Media Audio) / MP3 / MPEG-4 AAC / FLAC DTS-HD Master Audio A A A F A A A DTS-HD HI RES A A A A F A A Surround Mode Note DTS-HD High DTS Resolution EXPRESS Audio DOLBY DTS ES DTS ES DSCRT MTRX (With Flag) (With Flag) DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL TrueHD Plus DOLBY DIGITAL EX (With Flag) DOLBY DO
ENGLISH Input signals Button DTS-HD Surround Mode Note ANALOG DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS EXPRESS DOLBY DTS ES DTS ES DSCRT MTRX (With Flag) (With Flag) DTS (5.1ch) DTS 96/24 DOLBY TrueHD DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL EX DIGITAL DIGITAL EX DIGITAL (With no Plus (With Flag) (5.
ENGLISH Getting Started Relationship Between Video Signals and Monitor Output Video Convert HDMI Connections Settings Playback ZONE2 Remote Control Information A ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON z1 ON ON ON ON z1 ON ON ON ON z1 ON ON ON A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A S S S S S S S S A A A A A A A S S S S S S S S ON ON ON ON ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF Troubleshooting Specifications ON/OFF Input Signals COMPONENT S-VIDEO A S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S A A A
ENGLISH Symptom Cause / Countermeasure Page 99 Power does not turn on, or turns off directly after it was turned on. • Check that the power plugs are securely inserted into the AVR990’s AC inlet and the wall power outlet. 23 42 68 • Check the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s audio output setting. For details, read the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s operating instructions. – 12 12 Even applying power, the power display flashes red at intervals of approximately 0.5 seconds.
ENGLISH Getting Started GAudioH GVideoH Symptom Cause / Countermeasure No sound is produced • When playing monaural audio sources, select a surround mode from center speaker. other than “STANDARD” (Dolby/DTS Surround). Connections No sound is produced • Set the surround mode to a mode for surround playback. from surround speakers. Settings Playback No sound is produced • Check that the surround back speaker’s power amplifier from surround back assignment is set to “Normal”. speaker.
ENGLISH Page 20 – – – – 22 56, 57 – 39 56, 57 – – 39 – – – Specifications 57 – Troubleshooting 58, 59 – Remote Control Information 57 – ZONE2 56, 57 – – 39 – Playback – Page – Settings – Symptom Cause / Countermeasure Server is not found, • The computer’s or router’s firewall is activated. Check the or it is not possible to computer’s or router’s firewall settings. connect to the server. • Computer’s power is not turned on. Turn on the power. • Server is not running.
ENGLISH Getting Started GSIRIUS Satellite RadioH Connections Settings Symptom “CHECK SIRIUS TUNER” is displayed. ”ANTENNA ERROR” is displayed. ”NO SIGNAL” is displayed. ”INVALID CHANNEL” is displayed. ”ACQUIRING SIGNAL” is displayed. Playback ZONE2 Remote Control Information ”Call SIRIUS”z is displayed. ”SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED” is displayed. ”Enter Lock Code [ ]” is displayed. Cause / Countermeasure • The SiriusConnect Home Tuner unit is not connected. Check that the connections are correct.
ENGLISH Receiving Range: Usable Sensitivity: S/N (IHF-A): Total harmonic Distortion (at 1 kHz): [FM] (note: µV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10-15 W) 87.5 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz 1.5 µV (14.8 dBf) MONO 78 dB STEREO 68 dB HD 85 dB MONO 0.1 % STEREO 0.2 % HD 0.02 % [AM] 530 kHz ~ 1710 kHz 20 µV 85 dB Settings n HD Radio section • Power amplifier Front: Rated output: 120 W + 120 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.) 160 W + 160 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.
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