DENON RC-970 AV Surround Receiver Instruction Manual

: June 17, 2024
: Denon

RC-970 AV Surround Receiver

Product Information

Specifications

Model: AVR-3805
Product Type: AV Surround Receiver

Introduction

The DENON AVR-3805 Digital A/V Surround Receiver is an
exceptional component designed to deliver superb surround sound for
home theater sources like DVD, as well as high fidelity music
reproduction. With its extensive range of features, it is
recommended to carefully review the manual before setting up and
operating the unit.

The manual includes the following sections:

Accessories
Before Using
Cautions on Installation

Accessories

Make sure the following parts are included with the main
unit:

Operating instructions – 1 piece
Service station list – 1 piece
Remote control unit (RC-970) – 1 piece
R03/AAA batteries – 4 pieces
AM loop antenna – 1 piece
FM indoor antenna – 1 piece
Omnidirectional microphone – 1 piece

Before Using

Before using the unit, please take note of the following:

Cautions on Installation

Ensure proper heat dispersal by leaving at least 10 cm of space
between the top, back, and sides of the unit and the wall or other
components.

Note on Use

Please read and follow the instructions carefully to ensure
proper usage of the AVR-3805. Keep the manual for future reference
in case of any questions or problems.

Warning

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open the unit.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle indicates the presence of dangerous voltage that may cause
electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle indicates
important operating and maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature.

Caution

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture.

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Setup

Choose a suitable location for the AVR-3805 with at least 10 cm
of space around it for proper heat dispersal.
Connect the provided AM loop antenna and FM indoor antenna for
radio reception.
Connect your audio and video sources to the appropriate input
ports on the AVR-3805 using compatible cables.
Connect your display device (TV or projector) to the HDMI
output port or other compatible video output ports.
Connect your speakers to the speaker terminals on the AVR-3805.
Make sure to observe correct polarity.
Insert the batteries into the remote control unit (RC-970)
following the polarity markings.

Step 2: Power On

After completing the setup, follow these steps to power on the
AVR-3805:

Make sure all connected devices are powered off.
Plug the power cord of the AVR-3805 into a suitable power
outlet.
Press the power button on the front panel or the remote control
to turn on the unit.

Step 3: Configuration and Calibration

Before enjoying your audio and video content, it is recommended
to configure and calibrate the AVR-3805 for optimal
performance:

Access the setup menu using the remote control and navigate
through the options using the arrow keys.
Select the desired audio and video settings, such as speaker
configuration, input assignments, and video output resolution.
Perform the automatic speaker calibration by connecting the
provided omnidirectional microphone and following the on-screen
instructions.
Save the settings and exit the setup menu.

Step 4: Operation

Once the setup and configuration are complete, you can start
using the AVR-3805:

Select your desired input source using the input selector
buttons on the front panel or the remote control.
Adjust the volume using the volume control knob or the volume
buttons on the remote control.
Explore additional features and settings available on the
AVR-3805, such as surround sound modes, audio enhancements, and
input customization.
To power off the unit, press the power button or switch to
standby mode using the remote control.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Where can I find the serial number of my AVR-3805?

A: The serial number is located at the rear of the cabinet.
Please record it for future reference.

A: Use the remote control to access the setup menu by pressing
the dedicated setup button. Navigate through the options using the
arrow keys.

Q: Can I connect multiple audio and video sources to the

AVR-3805?

A: Yes, you can connect multiple audio and video sources to the
AVR-3805. Use compatible cables to connect the sources to the
corresponding input ports on the unit.

Q: How do I perform the automatic speaker calibration?

A: Connect the provided omnidirectional microphone to the
dedicated calibration port on the AVR-3805. Follow the on-screen
instructions to perform the automatic speaker calibration.

Q: How can I power off the AVR-3805?

A: Press the power button on the front panel or use the remote
control to switch off the unit. It can also be set to standby mode
for quick power-on operation.

AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-3805

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MODE D’EMPLOI ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO

INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING BRUKSANVISNING

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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.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

· DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3. Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Directive.
· ÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG Wir erklären unter unserer Verantwortung, daß dieses Produkt, auf das sich diese Erklärung bezieht, den folgenden Standards entspricht: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 und EN61000-3-3. Entspricht den Verordnungen der Direktive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC und 93/68/EEC.
· DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE Nous déclarons sous notre seule responsabilité que l’appareil, auquel se réfère cette déclaration, est conforme aux standards suivants: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 et EN61000-3-3. D’après les dispositions de la Directive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC et 93/68/EEC.
· DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ Dichiariamo con piena responsabilità che questo prodotto, al quale la nostra dichiarazione si riferisce, è conforme alle seguenti normative: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 e EN610003-3. In conformità con le condizioni delle direttive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC e 93/68/EEC. QUESTO PRODOTTO E’ CONFORME AL D.M. 28/08/95 N. 548

· DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD Declaramos bajo nuestra exclusiva responsabilidad que este producto al que hace referencia esta declaración, está conforme con los siguientes estándares: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 y EN610003-3. Siguiendo las provisiones de las Directivas 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC y 93/68/EEC.
· EENVORMIGHEIDSVERKLARING Wij verklaren uitsluitend op onze verantwoordelijkheid dat dit produkt, waarop deze verklaring betrekking heeft, in overeenstemming is met de volgende normen: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 en EN61000-3-3. Volgens de bepalingen van de Richtlijnen 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC en 93/68/EEC.
· ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSESINTYG Härmed intygas helt på eget ansvar att denna produkt, vilken detta intyg avser, uppfyller följande standarder: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 och EN61000-3-3. Enligt stadgarna i direktiv 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC och 93/68/EEC.

NOTE ON USE / HINWEISE ZUM GEBRAUCH / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTE SULL’USO NOTAS SOBRE EL USO / ALVORENS TE GEBRUIKEN / OBSERVERA

· Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a rack.
· Vermeiden Sie hohe Temperaturen. Beachten Sie, daß eine ausreichend Luftzirkulation gewährleistet wird, wenn das Gerät auf ein Regal gestellt wird.
· Eviter des températures élevées Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur suffisante lors de l’installation sur une étagère.
· Evitate di esporre l’unità a temperature alte. Assicuratevi che ci sia un’adeguata dispersione del calore quando installate l’unità in un mobile per componenti audio.
· Evite altas temperaturas Permite la suficiente dispersión del calor cuando está instalado en la consola.
· Vermijd hoge temperaturen. Zorg voor een degelijk hitteafvoer indien het apparaat op een rek wordt geplaatst.
· Undvik höga temperaturer. Se till att det finns möjlighet till god värmeavledning vid montering i ett rack.
· Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
· Gehen Sie vorsichtig mit dem Netzkabel um. Halten Sie das Kabel am Stecker, wenn Sie den Stecker herausziehen.
· Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec précaution. Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du cordon.
· Manneggiate il filo di alimentazione con cura. Agite per la spina quando scollegate il cavo dalla presa.
· Maneje el cordón de energía con cuidado. Sostenga el enchufe cuando desconecte el cordón de energía.
· Hanteer het netsnoer voorzichtig. Houd het snoer bij de stekker vast wanneer deze moet worden aan- of losgekoppeld.
· Hantera nätkabeln varsamt. Håll i kabeln när den kopplas från el-uttaget.

· Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust.
· Halten Sie das Gerät von Feuchtigkeit, Wasser und Staub fern.
· Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et lapoussière.
· Tenete l’unità lontana dall’umidità, dall’acqua e dalla polvere.
· Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad, agua y polvo.
· Laat geen vochtigheid, water of stof in het apparaat binnendringen.
· Utsätt inte apparaten för fukt, vatten och damm.
· Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long periods of time.
· Wenn das Gerät eine längere Zeit nicht verwendet werden soll, trennen Sie das Netzkabel vom Netzstecker.
· Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues périodes.
· Disinnestate il filo di alimentazione quando avete l’intenzione di non usare il filo di alimentazione per un lungo periodo di tempo.
· Desconecte el cordón de energía cuando no utilice el equipo por mucho tiempo.
· Neem altijd het netsnoer uit het stopkontakt wanneer het apparaat gedurende een lange periode niet wordt gebruikt.
· Koppla ur nätkabeln om apparaten inte kommer att användas i lång tid.

(For sets with ventilation holes) · Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. · Die Belüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht
verdeckt werden. · Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération. · Non coprite i fori di ventilazione. · No obstruya los orificios de ventilación. · De ventilatieopeningen mogen niet worden
beblokkeerd. · Täpp inte till ventilationsöppningarna.

· Do not let foreign objects in the set. · Keine fremden Gegenstände in das Gerät
kommen lassen. · Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
l’appareil. · E’ importante che nessun oggetto è inserito
all’interno dell’unità. · No deje objetos extraños dentro del equipo. · Laat geen vreemde voorwerpen in dit
apparaat vallen. · Se till att främmande föremål inte tränger in i
apparaten.
· Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the set.
· Lassen Sie das Gerät nicht mit Insektiziden, Benzin oder Verdünnungsmitteln in Berührung kommen.
· Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
· Assicuratevvi che l’unità non venga in contatto con insetticidi, benzolo o solventi.
· No permita el contacto de insecticidas, gasolina y diluyentes con el equipo.
· Laat geen insektenverdelgende middelen, benzine of verfverdunner met dit apparaat in kontakt komen.
· Se till att inte insektsmedel på spraybruk, bensen och thinner kommer i kontakt med apparatens hölje.
· Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.
· Versuchen Sie niemals das Gerät auseinander zu nehmen oder auf jegliche Art zu verändern.
· Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil d’une manière ou d’une autre.
· Non smontate mai, nè modificate l’unità in nessun modo.
· Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo de ninguna manera.
· Nooit dit apparaat demonteren of op andere wijze modifiëren.
· Ta inte isär apparaten och försök inte bygga om den.

CAUTION · The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the
ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. · No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

· Please be care the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
· The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing for use.
· No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-3805. 2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-3805 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. PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”
2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-3805 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

z Before Using………………………………………………..3 x Cautions on Installation………………………………….3 c Cautions on Handling…………………………………….3 v Features ………………………………………………………4 b Connections……………………………………………..5~9 n Part Names and Functions ……………………..10, 11 m Setting up the System …………………………..11~29 , Remote Control Unit ……………………………..30~35 . Operation……………………………………………..36~39

/0 Multi Zone…………………………………………….40, 41 /1 Surround ………………………………………………41~46 /2 DSP Surround Simulation ……………………….47~50 /3 Listening to the Radio ……………………………50~54 /4 Last Function Memory…………………………………54 /5 Initialization of the Microprocessor………………..54 /6 Troubleshooting …………………………………….54, 55 /7 Additional Information ……………………………55~62 /8 Specifications……………………………………………..63

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

q Operating instructions………………………………….1 w Service station list……………………………………….1 e Remote control unit (RC-970) ……………………….1

r R03/AAA batteries ………………………………………4 t AM loop antenna…………………………………………1 y FM indoor antenna………………………………………1 u Omnidirectional microphone…………………………1

RC-970

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 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.

· 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.

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 /ohms feeder wires. We recommend using outdoor antennas and 75 /ohms coaxial cables.
For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm of space between the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other components.

10 cm or more
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10 cm or more
Wall

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.
· Muting of PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack and
SPEAKER terminals The PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack 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.
· Whenever the unit is in the STANDBY state, the apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage. Please be sure to turn the power off (£off) when you leave home for, say, a vacation.

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4 FEATURES

1. Dolby Digital Using advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digital provides up to 5.1 channels of widerange, high fidelity surround sound. Dolby Digital is the default digital audio delivery system for DVD and North American DTV.
2. Dolby Pro Logic IIx compatibility Dolby Pro Logic IIx furthers the matrix decording technology 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 5.1channel 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.
3. Dolby Pro Logic II Game mode compatibility In addition to the previously offered Music and Cinema modes, the AVR-3805 also offers a Game mode optimum for games.
4. DTS (Digital Theater Systems) DTS provides up to 5.1 channels of wide- range, high fidelity surround sound, from sources such as laser disc, DVD and specially-encoded music discs.
5. DTS-ES Extended Surround and DTS Neo:6 The AVR-3805 can be decoded with DTS-ES Extended Surround, a multi-channel format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. The AVR-3805 can be also decoded with DTS Neo:6, a surround mode allowing 6.1 channels playback of regular stereo sources.
6. DTS 96/24 compatibility The AVR-3805 can be decoded with sources recorded in DTS 96/24, a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. DTS 96/24 sources can be played in the multichannel mode on the AVR-3805 with high sound quality of 96 kHz/24 bits or 88.2 kHz/24 bits.
7. HDCD decoder equipped Connection with a player that supports HDCD playback allows the features of HDCD to be extracted, namely the characteristics of high resolution and low distortion, and fusion with the digital technology that is contained in the AVR3805 allows for the exhibition of the high sound quality of HDCD.

8. DENON LINK The connection of one cable to our DVD player, which supports digital transfer, permits the digital transfer of DVD audio, and DVD multi- channel audio for an enjoyable experience of higher sound quality digital sound with low transfer losses.
9. NEW D.D.S.C-Digital New 32-bit floating point DSP is used for digital transfer processing. Furthermore, operation of D/A and DIR at up to 192 kHz supports the digital transfer of DVD audio by DENON LINK.
10. AL24 Processing for All Channels DENON has further developed its proprietary AL24 Processing, an analog waveform reproduction technology, to support the 192-kHz sampling frequency of DVD-Audio, AL24 Processing Plus, thoroughly suppresses quantization noise associated with D/A conversion of LPCM signals to reproduce the low-level signals with optimum clarity that will bring out all the delicate nuances of the signals with optimum clarity that will bring out all the delicate nuances of the music. Equipped for not only the front left and right channels but also for the surround left and right, center and subwoofer channels.
11. Auto Setup/Room EQ Use of the microphone for setup applications measures the presence of speakers, the distance to the speakers, and other information, and permits automatic setup. The characteristics of each speaker can also be corrected. Auto setup requires a microphone for setup use.
12. Dual Surround Speaker Mode Provides for the first time the ability to optimize surround sound reproduction using two different types of surround sound speakers as well as two different surround speaker positions: (1) Movie Surround Motion picture soundtracks use the surround channel(s) to provide the ambient elements of the acoustic environment they want the audience to realize. This is best accomplished by the use of specially-designed surround speakers that offer a wide diffusion pattern (bipolar dispersion) or by using surround speakers that provide broad dispersion with a minimum of on-axis localization (dipolar dispersion). Side wall mounting (closer to the ceiling) of the surround speakers provides the greatest envelopment, minimizing localization of direct sound from the speakers.

(2) Music Surround With full range discrete surround channels, as well as three discrete full range front channels, digital formats such as Dolby and DTS offer thrilling surround sound music listening. Producers of multi-channel discrete digital music recordings almost always favor the use of direct radiating (monopolar) surround speakers, placed in the rear corners of the room, since that is how they configure their studios during the mixing/creation process.
The DENON AVR-3805 provides the ability to connect two different sets of surround speakers, and place them in the appropriate locations in your AV theater room, so that you can enjoy both movie soundtracks and music listening, with optimum results and no compromise.
13. Multi Zone Music Entertainment System Multi Source Function: This unit’s Multi Source function lets you select different audio sources for listening Different sources can thus be enjoyed in the main room (MAIN) and the subroom (ZONE2 and ZONE3) simultaneously.
14. Future Sound Format Upgrade Capability via
Eight Channel Inputs & Outputs For future multi-channel audio format(s), the AVR3805 is provided with 7.1 channel (seven main channels, plus one low frequency effects channel) inputs, along with a full set of 7.1 channel pre- amp outputs, controlled by the 8 channel master volume control. This assures future upgrade possibilities for any future multi-channel sound format.
15. Front input Terminal The unit is equipped with a Front Input connector for the convenient connection of a video camera or other equipment.
16. Video Conversion Function The AVR-3805 is equipped with a function for upconverting video signals. Because of this, the AVR-3805’s MONITOR OUT jack can be connected to the monitor (TV) with a set of cables offering a higher quality connection, regardless of how the player and the AVR-3805’s video input jacks are connected.
17. Component Video Switching In addition to composite video and “S” video switching, the AVR-3805 provides 3 sets of component video (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) inputs, and one set of component video outputs to the television, for superior picture quality.

18. TRIGGER OUT AVR-3805 is equipped with 2 systems of 12V TRIGGER OUT connections. Each output can be activated upon the selection of assigned. Main Zone inputs or zone2 inputs or zone3 inputs.
19. RS-232C Terminal Includes a RS–232C port to support an AMX, Crestron integrated control system.
20. AC INLET Detachable AC CORD is used.
21. Auto Surround Mode This function stores the surround mode last used for an input signal in the memory and automatically sets that surround mode the next time that signal is input.
22. EL Foil Remote An EL Foil remote with improved operational qualities is used which displays only the keys required by the device.
23. Large-sized fluorescent display A large-sized fluorescent display is used which also permits a check of the input/output channels.
24. Audio delay This is a function for delaying the audio signal with respect to the video signal. (0 to 200 msec)
25. Preset Memory Tuning 56-Station AM/FM Random Preset Memory tuning.

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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 OUTLET 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.
· Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio equipment is used independently without turning the power of this unit on. If this happens, turn on the power of the this unit.

Connecting the audio components
· When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

OUTPUT RL
RL

CD player
DIGITAL AUDIO

Connecting a CD player
Connect the CD player’s analog output jacks (ANALOG OUTPUT) to this unit’s CD jacks using pin plug cords.

Turntable (MM cartridge)

Connecting a turntable
Connect the turntable’s output cord to the AVR3805’s PHONO jacks, the L (left) plug to the L jack, the R (right) plug to the right jack.
NOTE: This unit cannot be used with MC cartridges directly. Use a separate head amplifier or step-up transformer.
If humming or other noise is generated when the ground wire is connected, disconnect the ground wire.

Ground wire

Connecting the AC OUTLET AC OUTLET · SWITCHED
(total capacity 100 W) The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER operation 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 100 W. NOTE: Only use the AC OUTLET for audio equipment. Never use them for hair driers, TVs or other electrical appliances.
Connecting the pre-out jacks Use these jacks if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to increase the power of the front, center and surround sound channels, or for connection to powered loudspeakers.
To use Surround back with one speaker, connect the speaker to SURR. BACK L CH.

R L L R
RL

INPUT OUTPUT OPTICAL

CD player or other component equipped with digital output jacks
DIGITAL AUDIO
OPTICAL COAXIAL OUTPUT
MD recorder, CD recorder or other component equipped with digital input/output jacks
B

RL
RL INPUT

RL
RL OUTPUT

Route the connection cords, etc., in such a way that they do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

Power supply cord

TRIGGER OUT

AC 230V, 50Hz

Turn the DC 12V voltage on and off for the individual functions.

For details, see “Setting the Trigger Setup”. (See page 27)

B
CD recorder or Tape deck

NOTE: If humming noise is generated by a tape deck, etc., move the tape deck away.

Connecting the DIGITAL jacks
Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital output. Refer to “Setting the Digital in Assignment”. (See page 23)
NOTES: · Use 75 /ohms cable pin cords for coaxial connections. · Use optical cables for optical connections, removing the cap before
connecting.

Connecting a tape deck
Connections for recording: Connect the tape deck’s recording input jacks (LINE IN or REC) to this unit’s tape recording (CDR/TAPE OUT) jacks using pin plug cords. Connections for playback: Connect the tape deck’s playback output jacks (LINE OUT or PB) to this unit’s tape playback (CDR/TAPE IN) jacks using pin plug cords.

Connecting the video components

· To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 /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. · The AVR-3805 is equipped with a function for up-converting video signals. · The signal connected to the video signal terminal is output to the S-Video and component video monitor out
terminals. · The REC OUT terminals have no conversion function, so when recording only connect the video terminals.

AUDIO VIDEO OUT
R L OUT

TV or DBS tuner
B

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 /ohms video coaxial pin plug cord. · Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUTPUT) to the AUDIO TV or DBS IN jacks
using pin plug cords.

AUDIO VIDEO

OUT

R L OUT

DVD player or video disc player (VDP), etc.

Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)
DVD · Connect the video disc player’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the VIDEO (yellow) DVD IN jack using a 75 /ohms
video coaxial pin plug cord. · Connect the video disc player’s analog audio output jacks (ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT) to the AUDIO DVD IN jacks using
pin plug cords. · VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way.

R L
R L L R R L
RL
RL

R LRL

Video deck 2

R L R L OUT IN

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

VIDEO IN

Monitor TV

MONITOR OUT · Connect the TV’s video input jack (VIDEO INPUT) to the
VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack using a 75 /ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

Note on connecting the digital input jacks · Only audio signals are inputs to the digital
input jacks. For details. (See page 5)

R LR L

Video deck 1

R L R L OUT IN

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

Connecting a video decks
· There are two sets of video deck (VCR) jacks, so two video decks can be connected for simultaneous recording or video copying. Video input/output connections: · Connect the video deck’s video output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the VIDEO (yellow) VCR-1 IN jack, and the video deck’s video input jack (VIDEO IN) to the
VIDEO (yellow) VCR-1 OUT jack using 75 /ohms video coaxial pin plug cords. Connecting the audio output jacks · Connect the video deck’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the AUDIO VCR-1 IN jacks, and the video deck’s audio input jacks (AUDIO IN) to the AUDIO
VCR-1 OUT jacks using pin plug cords.
Connect the second video deck to the VCR-2 jacks in the same way.

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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. · The AVR-3805 is equipped with a function for converting video signals. · The signal connected to the S-Video signal terminal is output to the composite video and component video
monitor out terminals. · The REC OUT terminals have no conversion function, so when recording only connect the S-Video terminals.

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 outputs 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. · The function assigned to the component video input can be changed at the system setup. For details, see
“Setting the Video Input Mode”. (See page 24)

S-VIDEO OUT

DVD player or video disc player (VDP)
B

Connecting a monitor TV

MONITOR OUT · Connect the TV’s S video input (S-VIDEO INPUT) to the
MONITOR OUT jack using a S jack connection cord.

S-VIDEO

Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)
DVD · Connect the DVD player’s S-Video output jack to the S-
VIDEO DVD IN jack using a S-Video connection cord. · VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way. · It is also possible to connect a video disc player, DVD player,
video camcorder, game machine, etc., to the V.AUX jacks.

S-VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO OUT

Monitor TV
TV or satellite broadcast tuner
B

Connecting a TV or DBS tuner
· Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s S video output jack (S-VIDEO OUTPUT) to the S-VIDEO TV or DBS IN jack using an S-Video connection cord.

S-VIDEO

OUT

Video deck 1

Connecting the video decks · Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the S-VIDEO
VCR-1 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack (S-IN) to the S-VIDEO VCR-1 OUT jack using S-Video connection cords.
· Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the S-VIDEO VCR-2 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack (S-IN) to the S-VIDEO VCR-2 OUT jack using S-Video connection cords.

S-VIDEO

OUT

Video deck 2

Connect the components’ audio inputs and outputs as described. (See page 5)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y CB CR

DVD player
B

Connecting a DVD player
DVD IN jacks · Connect the DVD player’s color difference (component) video output jacks (COMPONENT
VIDEO OUTPUT) to the COMPONENT VIDEO-1 IN jack using 75 /ohms coaxial video pinplug cords. · In the same way, another video source with component video outputs such as a TV/DBS tuner, etc., can be connected to the VIDEO-2 color difference (component) video jacks.

COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y CB CR

Monitor TV

Connecting a monitor TV
MONITOR OUT jack · Connect the TV’s color difference (component) video input jacks
(COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT) to the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT jack using 75 /ohms coaxial video pin-plug cords.

· The color difference input jacks may be indicated differently on some TVs, monitors or video components (“CR, CB and Y”, “R-Y, B-Y and Y”, “Pr, Pb and Y”, etc.). For details, carefully read the operating instructions included with the TV or other component.

MONITOR OUT jacks
The AVR-3805 is equipped with a function for up-converting video signals. Because of this, the AVR-3805’s MONITOR OUT jack can be connected to the monitor (TV) with a set of cables offering a higher quality connection, regardless of how the player and the AVR-3805’s video input jacks are connected. Generally speaking, connections using the component video jacks offer the highest quality playback, followed by connections using the S-Video jacks, then connections using the regular video jacks (yellow).

The Video Conversion Function

With the AVR-3805, the Video signal and the S-video signal which were inputted are converted mutually. And also the Video signal and the S-Video signal which were inputted are converted into a higher quality.

This unit’s input jacks The flow of the this This unit’s output jacks

unit’s

internal

signals.

(Color Diffrence Video jack)

(S-Video jack)

(Video jack)

NOTE: Down-converting from the component video signal to the SVideo and composite video signal is not possible, so when not using the component video monitor output terminal connect the player using the S-Video or composite video input terminal.
Cautions on the video conversion function: When the component video terminals are used to connect the AVR-3805 with a TV (or monitor, projector, etc.) and the video (yellow) or S video terminals are used to connect the AVR-3805 with a VTR, depending on the combination of the TV and VTR the picture may flicker in the horizontal direction, be distorted, be out of sync or not display at all when playing video tapes. If this happens, connect a commercially available video stabilizer, etc., with a TBC (time base corrector) function between the AVR-3805 and the VTR, or if your VTR has a TBC function, turn it on.

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Connecting the antenna terminals

DIRECTION OF BROADCASTING STATION

AM LOOP ANTENNA (Supplied)

AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM

antenna terminals.

75 /ohms COAXIAL
CABLE

FM ANTENNA

AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA

Remove the vinyl tie and take out the

Bend in the reverse

4 connection line.

direction.

a. With the

antenna on

top any

stable

surface.

Mount

b. With the antenna attached to a wall.

Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.

FM INDOOR ANTENNA (Supplied)

GROUND

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the lever.

2. Insert the 3. Return the conductor. lever.

· An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.

Notes: · Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously. · Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna. · Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.

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.

Connecting the MULTI ZONE jacks
For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE FUNCTIONS. (See pages 40, 41) [1] ZONE2 preout CONNECTIONS · If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier or is connected, the ZONE2 preout (variable/fixed
level) jacks can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time. (See page 41) · The ZONE2 video out is only for the ZONE2.

ZONE2

Power amplifier

INFRARED SENSOR OUTPUT INPUT

INFRARED RETRANSMITTER

AUX OUT

L R

Extension jacks for future use. CONTROL terminal 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.
[2] ZONE3 FIXEDOUT CONNECTIONS · If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE3 Fixed-OUT jacks can be used to play a
different program source in ZONE3 the same time. (See page 41)

R L R L
RL

ZONE3

Pre-main amplifier
B

INFRARED SENSOR OUTPUT INPUT

INFRARED RETRANSMITTER

AUX OUT

Front Surround Surround back Subwoofer Center

Decoder with 8- or 6-channel analog output
For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks. (See page 36)

RL
Extension jacks for future use.
7

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[3] ZONE2/ZONE3 SPEAKER OUT and PREOUT CONNECTIONS · If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2/ZONE3 output terminals
can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2/ZONE3 the same time. · ZONE2/ZONE3 SPEAKER OUT can be used when “ZONE2/ZONE3” is selected at System Setup Menu
“Power Amp Assign”. In this case, Surround Back Speaker OUT cannot be used for MAIN ZONE. (See page 26)

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.

ZONE2/ZONE3

Power amplifier

INFRARED SENSOR OUTPUT INPUT

INFRARED RETRANSMITTER

AUX OUT

L R

Extension jacks for future use.

NOTE: · The settings must be changed
to use this speaker for ZONE2/ZONE3. (See page 26.)

(L)

(R)

SURROUND BACK/ZONE2/ZONE3 SPEAKER SYSTEMS

Connecting the video component equipped with V. AUX jacks
To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 /ohms video signal cable cord.

Video game OUTPUT
R L OPTICAL VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT
RL

Connecting a Video game component
· Connect the Video game component’s output jacks to this unit’s V. AUX INPUT jacks.

2 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-3805 to a DENON DVD player equipped with a DENON LINK connector using the connection cable included with the DVD player.
2 DENON LINK Setting
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. (See page 23) · Select the input for the playback of signals that cannot be transferred by DENON LINK. · When the input mode is AUTO and DENON LINK has become unlocked, the unit automatically changes
over to the set connector (ANALOG or EXT. IN).

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select the digital input jack to be assigned to

CH SEL

the input source.

ENTER

q Select input source.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

CH SEL ENTER

w Select input jack.

*Digital In

DVD

: DLINK

LINE OUT DIGITAL OUT
VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)
2
CH SEL ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

q Select DLINK setting.

Video camera

OUTPUT
VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT

LINE OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT

Connecting a video camera component
· Connect the video camera component’s output jacks to this unit’s V. AUX INPUT jacks.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

CH SEL ENTER

w Select input signal.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Digital In NoSig.: EXT.IN

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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.
NOTE: NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shocks.

Speaker Impedance · Speakers with an impedance of from 6 to 16
/ohms can be connected for use as front and center speakers. · Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 /ohms can be connected for use as surround speakers. · Be careful when using two pairs of surround speakers (A + B) at the same time, since use of speakers with an impedance of less than 8 /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.

Connecting the speaker terminals

1. Loosen by turning 2. Insert the cord. 3. Tighten by turning

counterclockwise.

clockwise.

Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.

Connections · When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

Connection jack for subwoofer with built-in amplifier (super woofer), etc.

FRONT SPEAKER SYSTEMS

CENTER SPEAKER SYSTEM

SURROUND SPEAKER SYSTEMS (A)

(L)

(R)

(L)

(R)

· Precautions when
connecting speakers If a speaker is placed near a TV or video monitor, the colors on the screen may be disturbed by the speaker’s magnetism. If this should happen, move the speaker away to a position where it does not have this effect.

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 shortcircuited 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. When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator LED flashes. Should 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 ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power back on. If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.
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 an impedance lower than the specified impedance (for example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4 /ohms) are connected. If the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the set’s power, wait for the set to cool down, improve the ventilation around the set, then turn the power back on.

NOTES: · To use Surround back with one
speaker, connect the speaker to SURR. BACK L CH. · The settings must be changed to use this speaker for ZONE2/ZONE3. See page 26.

(L)

(R)

SURROUND BACK/MULTI ZONE SPEAKER SYSTEMS

(L)

(R)

SURROUND SPEAKER SYSTEMS (B)

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6 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Front Panel
· For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

@8 @7

Display

!5!4 !3

!1!0 o iu

y !6

2#1 #0 @9 #3

!oe!2 oe!3 oe!4 oe!5 oe!6 7

oe!oe!8 oe9@@0 @1 @2 3
CH SEL ENTER

tu o q w e r y i oe!0 !1

q Power ON/STANDBY switch……………………..(36) w Power switch …………………………………….(36, 54) e Headphone jack (PHONES) ……………………….(38) r INPUT MODE button ……………………………….(36) t ANALOG button ………………………………………(36) y EXT. IN button ……………………………………(36, 37) u SYSTEM SETUP button …………………(13, 29, 46) i CURSOR button o CH SELECT/ENTER button !0 SURROUND BACK button ………………………..(44) !1 V.AUX input jacks ………………………………………(8) !2 PURE DIRECT button ……………………………….(38) !3 DIRECT button ………………………………………..(38) !4 STEREO button ……………………………………….(38) !5 STANDARD button……………………………..(42~45) !6 5CH/7CH STEREO button …………………………(47)

!7 DSP SIMULATION button ……………………(47, 48) !8 SURROUND PARAMETER button ………..(42~46) !9 TONE CONTROL button ……………………..(38, 48) @0 TONE DEFEAT button ………………………………(38) @1 STATUS button ………………………………………..(39) @2 ROOM EQ button ……………………………………(16) @3 SETUP MIC jack ………………………………………(13) @4 MASTER VOLUME control ……………………….(37) @5 MASTER VOLUME indicator ……………………..(37) @6 Display @7 Remote control sensor
(REMOTE SENSOR) …………………………………(30)
@8 FUNCTION knob ………………..(36, 38, 39, 41, 53) @9 VIDEO SELECT button ……………………………..(38) #0 ZONE2/3/REC SELECT button ……………..(39, 41) #1 TUNING PRESET button …………………………..(51) #2 SOURCE button …………………………………(36, 38) #3 POWER indicator……………………………………..(36)

q INPUT SIGNAL indicator
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
w INPUT SIGNAL CHANNEL indicator
The channels included in the input source will light.
e Information display
This displays the surround mode, function name or setting value, etc.
r OUTPUT SIGNAL CHANNEL indicator
The audio channels output from this unit will light.
t SPEAKER indicator
This lights corresponding to the settings of the surround speakers of the various surround modes.
y MASTER VOLUME indicator
This displays the volume level. The Setup item number is displayed in System Setup.
u MULTI(ZONE) indicator
ZONE2 mode is selected in ZONE2/REC SELECT.
i REC OUT SOURCE indicator.
REC OUT mode is selected in ZONE2/REC SELECT.

o DENON LINK indicator
This lights during playback in a DENON LINK connection.
!0 V.OFF indicator
This lights when the operation of the video circuit has been turned off.
!1 AL24 indicator
The AL24 indicator lights when the PURE DIRECT, DIRECT, STEREO, MULTI PURE DIRECT, MULTI CH DIRECT, MULTI CH IN mode is selected in the PCM input signal.
!2 INPUT MODE indicator
This lights corresponding to the setting of the INPUT mode.
!3 AUTO indicator
This lights when the broadcast station is selected in the AUTO tuning mode.
!4 TUNED indicator
This lights when an FM/AM broadcast has been received.
!5 STEREO indicator
This lights when an FM stereo broadcast has been received.
!6 Decoder indicator
This lights when each decoder is operating.

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Remote control unit
· For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). Remote control signal transmitter …………………………..(30)
Power buttons………………..(31~36)

SYSTEM buttons …………….(32, 41)
Mode selector buttons ……………….(11, 30, 32, 36)
Input source button …………(30, 36) Surround mode button …………………(30, 36, 38, 42)
SYSTEM buttons…………….(30~32)

10KEY/SYSTEM CALL button ……………………………(30~35)

SYSTEM SETUP button ……………………………(11, 29) ROOM EQ button…………………(16)
Tuner system buttons ………………..(31,34, 41, 50)

SURROUND PARAMETER button ………………………….(42~45, 47, 48)
ON SCREEN button…………(39, 45) Cursor buttons……………………..(11)
Master volume control buttons ………………………….(37, 41)
CH SELECT/ ENTER button……………(11, 41, 42)
MUTING button ……………………(38)
SYSTEM buttons…………….(30~32)

RDS button…………………….(52~54)
VIDEO ON/OFF button ………….(38)
INPUT MODE selector buttons ……………………………….(36)

DIMMER button …………………..(39) SPEAKER button ………………….(39) TEST TONE button ……………….(41)

7 SETTING UP THE SYSTEM
· Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 5 to 9), make the various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-3805’s on-screen display function. These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-3805.
Use the following buttons to set up the system
· Use the following buttons to set up the system.
1 Check that the remote control unit set to AMP mode.

SYSTEM SETUP button

Press this to display the system setup menu.

CURSOR buttons Use these to move the cursors the left, right, up and down on the screen
ENTER button Press this to switch the display. Also use this button to complete the setting.
· System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)

1. Auto Setup/Room EQ
Auto Setup/Room EQ

1 Auto Setup

Power Amp Assignment

Set this to switch the surround back channel’s power amplifier for use for zone2 or zone3.

Manual EQ Setup

This parameter is for optimizing the Room EQ with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers.

Default settings SURROUND BACK All Channel and Frequency=0 dB

Room EQ Setup

Set the Room EQ setting with All or Assign for each surround mode.

All

Direct Mode Setup

Set the ON/OFF setting of Room EQ, in the case of the surround mode is in Direct or Pure Direct.

OFF

Mic Input Select

Set this to switch the Mic Input jack for use for Mic or V.Aux L-channel input jack.

Mic

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2. Speaker Setup

Speaker Setup

Default settings

Input the combination of speakers in your

system and their corresponding sizes (SMALL for

Speaker Configuration

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. Large

Center Sp.

Subwoofer

Surround Sp. A / B

Surround Back Sp.

Small

Yes

Small

Small / 2spkrs

2 Delay Time

Channel Level

This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position.

Front L & R 3.6 m (12 ft)

Center 3.6 m (12 ft)

Subwoofer 3.6 m (12 ft)

Surround L & R 3.0 m (10 ft)

SBL & SBR 3.0 m (10 ft)

This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the speakers and subwoofer for the different channels in order to obtain optimum effects.

Front L Front R 0 dB 0 dB

Center 0 dB

Surround L

Surround R

Surround Back L

Surround Back R

Subwoofer

0 dB

Crossover Frequency

Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass so of the various speaker is to be output from the subwoofer.

80Hz

Subwoofer mode

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals.

LFE

(Surround
6 Speaker
Setting)

Use this function when using multiple surround speaker combinations for more ideal surround sound. Once the combinations of surround speakers to be used for the different surround modes are preset, the surround speakers are selected automatically according to the surround mode.

Surround mode
Surround speaker

DOLBY/ DTS
CINEMA
A

DOLBY/ DTS
MUSIC
A

DOLBY/ PL IIx GAME
A

WIDE SCREEN

5CH/7CH

DSP

STEREO SIMULATION

MULTI CH
MODE
A

EXT.IN A

3. Input Setup

Input Setup

Digital In Assignment

This assigns the digital input jacks for the different input sources.

Input source

DVD VDP

Digital Inputs

COAX1 COAX2 OPT1

Default settings TV DBS V. AUX VCR-1 VCR-2 OFF OPT2 OPT5 OPT3 OFF

CDR/ TAPE
OPT4

Ext. In
2 Subwoofer
Level

Set the Ext. In Subwoofer terminal playback level.

Subwoofer = +15 dB

DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V. AUX —

—

Component In Assign

This assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks for the different input sources.

VIDEO 1

NONE

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

NONE

—

Video Input Mode

Set the input signal to be output from the monitor output terminal.

AUTO

Auto Tuner Presets

FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory.

A1 ~ A8 B1 ~ B8 C1 ~ C8 D1 ~ D8 E1 ~ E8 F1 ~ F8 G1 ~ G8

87.5/89.1/98.1/108.0/90.1/90.1/90.1/90.1 MHz 522/603/999/1404/1611 kHz, 90.1/90.1/90.1 MHz 90.1 MHz 90.1 MHz 90.1 MHz 90.1 MHz 90.1 MHz

4. Advanced Playback
Advanced Playback

Audio Delay

Set the audio delay to delay time the sound and synchronize it with the picture.

Dolby Digital Setup

Turn the audio compression on or off when downmixing Dolby Digital signals.

Auto
3 Surround
Mode

Set the Auto surround mode function.

Default settings 0 ms OFF
Auto Surround Mode = ON

5. Option Setup

Option Setup

Power AMP Assignment

Set this to switch the surround back channel’s power amplifier for use for zone2 or zone3.

Default settings Surround Back

Zone2 vol. Level

This sets the output level the zone2 output jacks. This menu is not displayed, when “ZONE2” is selected at Option Setup “Power Amp Assign”.

Variable

ZONE=MAIN

Trigger Out1 Setup

Set the Trigger Out1 output for the each input sources.

PHONO

TUNER

CDR/ TAPE

DVD VDP

DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V. AUX

OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON

ZONE=2

Trigger Out2 Setup

Set the Trigger Out2 output for the each input sources.

PHONO

TUNER

CDR/ TAPE

DVD VDP

DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V. AUX

ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON

Muting Level

This sets the amount of attenuation at audio output muting.

—dB (minimum)

On Screen Display

This sets whether or not to display the on-screen display that appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the remote control unit or main unit are operated. A setting to prevent flickering.

On Screen Display = ON / Mode 1

7 Setup Lock

Set whether or not to lock the system setup settings so that they cannot be changed.

Setup Lock = OFF

NOTES: · The on-screen display signals are output with priority to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack during playback
of a video component. For example, if the TV monitor is connected to both the AVR-3805’s S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-3805 from a video source (VDP, etc.) connected to both the S-Video and video input jacks, the on-screen display signals are output with priority to the SVideo monitor output. If you wish to output the signals to the video monitor output jack, do not connect a cord to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. (For details, see page 29.) · The AVR-3805’s on-screen display function is designed for use with high resolution monitor TVs, so it may be difficult to read small characters on TVs with small screens or low resolutions. · The setup menu is not displayed when headphone are being used.

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· Speaker system layout Basic system layout · 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

Before setting up the system

1 Check that all the connections are correct, then turn on the main unit’s power. Setup will not be possible when the unit is set to Pure Direct ON, the Video Off mode, or when the headphones are plugged in. Therefore, please cancel the mode or reverse the condition.

Display the System Setup Menu.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*System Setup Auto Set/RoomEQ

Front speaker systems Set these at the sides of the TV or screen with their front surfaces as flush with the front of the screen as possible.

Surround speaker systems

With the AVR-3805 it is also possible to use the surround speaker selector function to choose the best layout for a variety of sources and surround modes.
· 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).

NOTES: · The System Setup menu composition is of a layered design that includes the related items below the large
table title as contained in the tables of Pages 11 and 12. · Wherever your position in System Setup, one more press of the System Setup button permits a move to
one level higher.
Auto setup/Room EQ
The Auto Setup function of this unit performs an analysis of the speaker system and measures the acoustic characteristics of your room to permit an appropriate automatic setting.
When performing Auto Setup, a microphone is required for the setup.
2 Measurement and setting details
q : This sets the speaker connection mode, polarity, and bass reproduction ability. w : This sets the optimum delay time from each speaker corresponding to the listening position. e : This sets the volume that is output from each speaker. r : This sets the frequency response of each speaker.
NOTE: · A loud test tone is output during the measurement. Please consider this should you be planning nighttime
measurements, and consider not allowing small children into the listening room at this time.

B SB SB B Using A only

B SB SB B Using B only

SB: SURROUND BACK SPEAKER

Connecting the microphone for Auto Setup

1 Connect the optional microphone for Auto Setup to the Setup Mic connector on the front panel of the unit.

NOTE: · When using other microphone. (See page 17)

CH SEL ENTER

2 Place the microphone for Auto Setup at the actual listening position which will be at the same height as your ears. Use a tripod or level surface at positioning.

Listening position

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1 1

Setting the Auto Setup / Room EQ

Select “Auto Setup / Room EQ” at the

CH SEL

System Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*System Setup Auto Set/RoomEQ
Display the Auto Setup / Room EQ menu.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

1-1 Setting the Auto Setup

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Auto Setup” at the Auto Setup /

CH SEL

Room EQ Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*AutoSet/RoomEQ Auto Setup
Display the Auto Setup screen.

4
CH SEL
ENTER

q Select the “Start”.
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

CH SEL ENTER

*Auto Setup Start
w Press the CURSOR left button.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

5 Start the measurements. Measurement of each channel is performed as follows. Display

FL FR

SW SLA SRA SLB SRB SBL SBR

Subwoofer speaker is measured twice. When “ZONE2” or “ZONE3” is selected, this is not displayed. After each channel is measured, “Calculating” appears. The display switches to Auto Setup check screen automatically.

NOTES: · Measurement is canceled when
MASTER VOLUME is operated while the Auto Setup is performed. · Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover frequency to the maximum or low pass filter off if your subwoofer speaker can adjust the output volume and the crossover frequency.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3 Check the “Power Amp Assign” setting. · When “Surround Back” is selected, the test tone during Auto Setup will be output from the Surround Back speaker. · When “ZONE2” or “ZONE3” is selected, change the setting to “ZONE2” or “ZONE3”. The test tone during Auto Setup is set so that it will not be output to ZONE2 or ZONE3 (Another room).

q Select the Power Amp Assign setting.

w Select “Surround Back”, “ZONE2” or “ZONE3”.

About automatic retry
Remeasurement starts automatically to receive proper result of measurement. Remeasurement is performed to 2 times, and “Retry1” or “Retry2” is displayed on screen during remeasurement.

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Auto Setup

P.Amp:

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

NOTE: · When “ZONE2” or “ZONE3” is
selected at System Setup Menu “Power Amp Assign”, surround back speaker is not displayed as the target of setup in “2-1. Speaker Config.”. The results is reflected in “5-1. Power Amp Assign”.

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About the error message
These error screens will be displayed when performing the measurements of Auto Setup / Room EQ 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. When there is too much noise in the room, the speakers may not be detected properly. Should this happen, perform the measurements when the noise level is low, or switch off the power of the equipment that is producing the noise for the duration of the measurements.

q This screen will be displayed when the speakers required for producing suitable reproduction have not been detected. · 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.
Check that the pertinent speakers are properly
connected.
(see page 9)

e This screen will be displayed when accurate measurements cannot be made due to the input level to the microphone being too high. Set up the speakers so that their position is farther away from the listening position. Lower the volume of the subwoofer speaker.
r This screen will be displayed when the measurement microphone is not connected, or when all of the speakers have not been detected. Connect the measurement microphone to the microphone connector. Check the speaker connections.

w This screen will be displayed when the speaker polarity is connected in reverse. Check the polarity of the pertinent speakers. For some speakers, the screen below may be displayed even though the speakers are properly connected. If so, select “Skip0”.

Check of the measurement results

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select the items.

CH SEL

The measurement results of each item can be

ENTER

checked here.

CH SEL

ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Press the ENTER button and display the verification screen.

NOTE: · 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 delay.

[Speaker Config. Check] [Delay Time Check] [Channel Level Check]

CH SEL

ENTER

If the check ends, press the ENTER button again.
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)
4
CH SEL ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

5
CH SEL ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Select from the following three items based on the measurement results.
· Set with the checked measurement value.
· Perform the measurement again. · Cancel the checked measurement
value.
*Auto Setup Store
When the “Store” is selected, all parameters are stored up. When the “Retry” is selected, it measures again.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Auto Setup Sp Config.Check

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1-2 Setting the Manual EQ Setup
Adjust the tone of the various speakers except subwoofer speaker while listening to the sound (music).

1-3 Setting the Room EQ Setup
Select the setting of an Equalizer that has been set with Auto Setup or Manual EQ.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Manual EQ Setup” at the Auto Setup

CH SEL

/ Room EQ Menu.

ENTER

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Room EQ Setup” at the Auto Setup /

CH SEL

Room EQ Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*AutoSet/RoomEQ Manual EQ Setup
Display the Manual EQ Setup screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*ManualEQ Setup Channel : FL

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*AutoSet/RoomEQ Room EQ Setup
Display the Room EQ Setup screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Room EQ Setup SurMode:ALL

3
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)

CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)

Select the speaker to be set. The display changes as follows.

FL FR

SBR SBL SRB

SB 1spkr

SLA SRA
SLB

Flashing

When the surround back speaker setting is set to “1spkr” at “Speaker Configuration”, this is set to “SB”.

4
CH SEL
ENTER

*ManualEQ Setup Channel : FL
Select the frequency.
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)
5
CH SEL ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*ManualEQ Setup 63Hz : 0.0dB
Use the cursor left and right buttons to adjust the Gain level. · Each frequency can be adjusted the range from 6 dB to +6 dB in 0.5 dB
step.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Enter the setting. The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)
4
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)
(Remote control unit)

Select All or Assign.

· All

: The Equalizer to all Surround mode is set as once.

CH SEL ENTER

· Assign : The Equalizer to each surround mode is to set individually.

(Main unit)

CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)

When the All is selected and press the ENTER button, display the Select the EQ Curve screen. Select the Equalizer setting.
· OFF : The Equalizer is not used. · Normal : Adjusts the frequency
response of all speakers suitable for general surround system. · Flat : Adjusts the frequency response of all speakers flat. This is suitable for music reproduction like ITU-R speaker setting.

*Room EQ Setup RoomEQ Normal

· Front : Adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to the characteristics of the front speakers.
· Manual : Selects the setting value that was set in the Manual EQ setup.
Whenever the Room EQ button on Main unit or Remote control unit is pressed, the display switches as shown below.

(Main unit)

OFF

Normal

Front

Manual Flat

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NOTES: · The Equalizer setting of Normal, Flat and Front can be selected after performing the Auto Setup. · When the speaker set as “None” with the Auto Setup is change to on manually, the equalizer of “Normal”, “Front” and “Flat” cannot be used. · The Equalizer setting can be selected directly by ROOM EQ button in Main unit or Remote control unit. · When headphone is connected, the Room EQ cannot be used.

Enter the setting. The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

1-4 Setting the Direct Mode
Perform the ON/OFF setting of Room EQ when the surround mode is Direct or Pure Direct.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Direct Mode Setup” at the Auto

CH SEL

Setup / Room EQ Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*AutoSet/RoomEQ Direct Mode
Display the Direct Mode Setup screen.

1-5 Setting the MIC Input Select
Sets whether the setup microphone is connected to the PIN JACK connector or the MINI JACK connector. Please ask the DENON Authorized Service Center about the usable microphone other than the option setup.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Mic Input Select” at the Auto Setup /

CH SEL

Room EQ Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*AutoSet/RoomEQ Mic In Select
Display the Mic Input Select screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3
CH SEL ENTER

Select the Mic input jack or V.AUX L jack.
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Mic In Select Mic
Enter The setting. The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Direct Mode Room EQ : OFF

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3
CH SEL ENTER

Select ON or OFF.
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Enter the setting. The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

1-6 Check the EQ parameter
· The frequency characteristic of each speaker is rectified and the tone of the speaker is unified. The EQ parameters that were set in Auto Setup can be checked. This item is automatically displayed, after the measurement result of the “Auto Setup / Room EQ” is decided.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “EQ Parameter Check” at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu.
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Display the EQ Parameter Check screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

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3
CH SEL
ENTER

Select the Equalizer curve.
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

4 Dislay the parameter screen.

5 Select the speaker channel.

2-1 Setting the type of speakers
· The composition of the signals output to each channels and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the combination of speakers actually being used.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Speaker Config.” at the Speaker

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

6
CH SEL
ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

If the check ends, select “Exit” and press the ENTER button. The Auto Setup Menu / Room EQ reappears.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3
CH SEL
ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

*Speaker Setup Speaker Config.
Display the speaker configuration screen as below.
Set whether speakers are connected or not and, if so, their size parameters. q Select the speaker

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Enter the Setting. Select “Exit” and press the ENTER button at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu screen. The System Setup Menu reappears.

2 Setting the Speaker Setup
· Cross over Frequency and Subwoofer Mode Setup is not displayed when not using a subwoofer. · Surround Sp setup is displayed when using both surround speakers A and B.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Speaker Setup” at the System Setup

CH SEL ENTER

Menu.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*System Setup Speaker Setup
Display the Speaker Setup Menu screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Speaker Config FrontSp: Large

CH SEL

w Select the parameter

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

ENTER the setting. The Speaker Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Center Sp.
Front Sp. Subwoofer Surround Sp. A Surround back Sp. Surround Sp. B

NOTE: · Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the actual size of the speaker but according to the speaker’s
capacity for playing low frequency (bass sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency) signals. If you do not know, try comparing the sound at both settings (setting the volume to a level low enough so as not to damage the speakers) to determine the proper setting.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

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· Parameters Large……………..Select this when using speakers that have sufficient performance for reproducing bass sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode. Small ……………..Select this when using speakers that do not have sufficient performance for reproducing bass sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode. When this is set, bass sound with a frequency below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode is sent to the subwoofer. None…… ……….Select this when no speakers are installed. Yes/No… ………..Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when a subwoofer is not installed. 2spkrs/1spkr …..Set the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel.
If the subwoofer has sufficient low frequency playback capacity, good sound can be achieved even when
“Small” is set for the front, center and surround speakers.

4 Once “Meters” or “Feet” is selected in step 3, the Delay Time screen appears automatically.

*Delay Time

: 12.0ft

5
CH SEL
ENTER

Select the speaker to be set.

CH SEL

The picture of the speaker selected blinks.

ENTER

2-2 Setting the Delay Time
· Input the distance between the listening position and each speakers to set the delay time for the surround playback.
· The delay time can be set separately for surround speakers A and B.

Preparations: Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers (L1 to L5 on the diagram at the right).
L1: Distance between center speaker and listening position L2: Distance between front speakers and listening position L3: Distance between surround speakers and listening position L4: Distance between surround back speakers and listening position L5: Distance between subwoofer and listening position

Center

Subwoofer

L1 L2 L5

Listening position

SBL

SBR

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Delay Time” at the Speaker Setup

CH SEL ENTER

Menu.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Speaker Setup Delay Time
Display the Delay Time screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Delay Time Meters : Feet

3
CH SEL ENTER

Select the desired unit, meters or feet.
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

(Remote control unit)
6
CH SEL ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Set the distance between the center speaker and listening position. The distance changes in units of 0.03 meters (0.1 foot) each time the button is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Example: When the distance is set to 3.6 m 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 6.0 m (20 ft) 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.

CH SEL

ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Enter the setting. The Speaker Setup Menu reappears. The AVR-3805 automatically sets the optimum surround delay time for the listening room.

NOTE: · If the distance unit is changed after the delay time is set, the settings are reset to the factory default values
(see page 12).

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2-3 Setting the Channel Level
· 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 from the speakers to adjust the level. · The level can also be adjusted directly from the remote control unit. (For details, see page 41.) · When both surround speakers A and B are used, their playback levels can be adjusted separately.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Channel Level” at the Speaker Setup

CH SEL ENTER

Menu.

5
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)
6
CH SEL ENTER

CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Select “Test Tone Start”.
*Channel Level Tone Start:Yes
Select “Yes”.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Speaker Setup Channel Level
Display the Channel Level screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Channel Level T.Tone: Auto

3
CH SEL ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

4 q Select “Surr. Sp.”.

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Select the mode. Select “Auto” or “Manual”.

*Channel Level T.Tone: Auto

· Auto:

Adjust the level while listening to the test Example: When the “Auto”

tones produced automatically from each

mode is selected

speaker.

· Manual:

Select the speaker from which you want to produce the test tone to

adjust the level.

w Select the surround speaker(s) from which you want to produce the test tone (A, B or A+B).

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

· Surr. Sp.: A Adjusts the balance of the playback level between the channels when using surround speaker A.
· Surr. Sp.: B Adjusts the balance of the playback level between the channels when using surround speaker B.
· Surr. Sp.: A+B Adjusts the balance of the playback level between the channels when using surround speakers A and B at the same time.
The “Surr. Sp.” can only be selected when both surround speakers A and B have been selected at the System Setup Menu (when both A and B have been set to “Large” or “Small”).

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

a. When the “Auto” mode is selected: Test tones are automatically emitted from each speaker.

CH SEL ENTER

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

(Remote control

around and on:

unit)

Flashing

CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)

1spkr
SB

SBR

SBL

2spkrs

Example: When the volume is set to 11.5 dB while the test tone is being produced from the Front Lch speaker

When the surround back speaker setting is set to “1spkr” for “Speaker Configuration”, this is set to “SB”.

Use the CURSOR left and right buttons to adjust all the speakers to the same volume. The volume can be adjusted between 12 dB and +12 dB in units of 0.5 dB.

b. When the “Manual” mode is selected :

q Select the speaker.

w Adjust all the speakers to the same volume.

TestTone Auto FL : -11.5dB

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Enter the setting. The “Channel Level” screen reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

To cancel the settings, press the CURSOR down to select “Level Clear” and “Yes” on the “Channel Level” screen, then make the settings again.

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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. Then, whenever you activate a particular surround sound mode, your preferred channel level adjustments for just that mode will be recalled. Check the instructions for adjusting channel levels within each surround mode. (See page 41) You can adjust the channel levels for each of the following surround modes: PURE DIRECT/DIRECT, STEREO, DOLBY/DTS SURROUND, 5/7 CH STEREO, WIDE SCREEN, SUPER STADIUM, ROCK ARENA, JAZZ CLUB, CLASSIC CONCERT, MONO MOVIE, VIDEO GAME, MATRIX and VIRTUAL. 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 or B” and “A and B”.

2-4 Setting the crossover frequency
· Set the crossover frequency mode according to the speaker system being used.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select the “Crossover Frequency” at the

CH SEL

Speaker Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Speaker Setup Crossover Freq.
Display the Crossover Frequency screen.

(Remote control unit)
3
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)

Select the frequency.
*Crossover Freq 80Hz
· 40 / 60 / 80 / 100 / 120 / 150 / 200 / 250 Hz can be selected.

CH SEL

ENTER

Enter the setting.

CH SEL ENTER

The Speaker Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

2-5 Setting the low frequency distribution
This screen is not displayed when not using a subwoofer and all speakers are set to small size. · Set the subwoofer mode according to the speaker system being used.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select the “Subwoofer Mode Setup” at the

CH SEL

Speaker Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Speaker Setup Subwoofer Mode
Display the Subwoofer Mode screen.

(Remote control unit)
3
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Select the setting.
*Subwoofer Mode LFE
Enter the setting. The Speaker Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

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NOTES:
— Assignment of low frequency signal range (2-1) — · The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or
DTS signals) 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.
— Crossover Frequency (2-4) — · When “Subwoofer” is set to “Yes” at the “Speaker Configuration Setting”, set the frequency (Hz) below
which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer (the crossover frequency). · For speakers set to “Small”, sound with a frequency below the crossover frequency is cut, and the cut bass sound is output from the subwoofer instead. (· When the subwoofer set to “NO”, the bass sound is output from the speaker set as “Large”.) NOTE: For ordinary speaker systems, we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz. When
using small speakers, however, setting the crossover frequency to a high frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency.
— Subwoofer mode (2-5) — · The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when “LARGE” is set for the front speakers and “YES” is set
for the subwoofer in the “Setting the type of speakers”. (see page 18). · When the “LFE+MAIN” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to
“LARGE” are produced simultaneously from those channels and the subwoofer channel. In this playback mode, the low frequency range expand more uniformly through the room, but depending on the size and shape of the room, interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range. · Selection of the “LFE ” play mode will play the low frequency signal range of the channel selected with “LARGE” from that channel only. Therefore, the low frequency signal range that are played from the subwoofer channel are only the low frequency signal range of LFE (only during Dolby Digital or DTS signal playback) and the channel specified as “SMALL” in the setup menu. · Select the play mode that provides bass reproduction with quantity. · When the subwoofer is set to “Yes”, bass sound is output from the subwoofer regardless of the subwoofer mode setting in surround modes other than Dolby/DTS. · In surround modes other than Dolby Digital and DTS, if the subwoofer is set to “YES”, the low frequency portion is always output to the subwoofer channel. For details, refer to “Surround Modes and Parameters”. (See page 61)

2-6 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.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Surround Sp Setup” at the Speaker

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Speaker Setup Surr Sp Setup
Display the Surround Sp Setup screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)

CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)

q To select the surround mode When either “Large” or “Small” has been set for both speakers A and B on the System Setup Menu (when using both A and B surround speakers), the surround speaker setting screen appears. Select the surround speakers to be used in each surround mode.
w To select the surround speaker A : When surround speakers A is used. B : When surround speakers B is used. A+B : When both surround speakers A and B are used.

*Surr Sp Setup

CINEMA

: A

CH SEL

ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Enter the setting. At the “2. Speaker Setup “screen, select “Exit” and press the ENTER button. The System Setup Menu reappears.

Speaker type setting when using both surround speakers A and B If “Small” is set for either surround speakers A or B, the output is the same as when “Small” is set for both A and B.

3 1

Setting the Input Setup

At the System Setup Menu select “Input

CH SEL

Setup”.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*System Setup Input Setup
Display the Input Setup Menu screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

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3-1 Setting the Digital In Assignment
· This setting assigns the digital input jacks of the AVR-3805 for the different input sources.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

At the Input Setup Menu select “Digital In

CH SEL

Assign”.

ENTER

3-2 Setting the Ext. In Subwoofer Level
· Set the method of playback of the analog input signal connected to the Ext.In Subwoofer.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Ext.In Subwoofer Level” at the Input

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Input Setup Digital In
Display the Digital Inputs screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Digital In

: COAX1

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Input Setup Ext.In SW Lev.
Display to the Ext.In Subwoofer Level screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Ext.In SW Lev. SW Lev.: +15dB

3
CH SEL
ENTER

Select the digital input jack to be assigned to the input source.

CH SEL

q Select the input source

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

w Select the digital input jack Select “OFF” for input sources for which no digital input jacks are used. If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the settings are automatically reset to the default values.
Enter the setting. The Input Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

NOTES: · The OPTICAL 3, 4 jacks on the AVR-3805’s rear panel are equipped with an optical digital output jack for
recording digital signals on a CD recorder, MD recorder or other digital recorder. Use this for digital recording between a digital audio source (stereo – 2 channel) and a digital audio recorder. · Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 3, 4 OUT jack on the AVR-3805’s rear panel to any jack other than the OPTICAL 3, 4 IN jack. · “PHONO” and “TUNER” cannot be selected on the Digital In Assignment.

Refer to “DENON LINK connections”. (See page 8)

3
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Select the desired setting.
Select according to the specifications of the player being used. Also refer to the player’s operating instructions. +15 dB (default) recommended. (0, +5, +10 or +15 can be selected.)
Enter the setting. The Input Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3-3 Setting the Component In Assign
· This setting assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks of the AVR-3805 for the different input sources.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Component In Assign” at the Input

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Input Setup Component In
Display the Component In Assign screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Component In

DVD

: V1

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3 Select the component (Y, PB/CB and PR/CR) video input terminal to be assigned to the input source.

q Select the source

CH SEL

selection.

ENTER

CH SEL

ENTER

w Select the

component video

CH SEL ENTER

input terminal.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Select “NONE” for sources for which the component (Y, PB/CB and PR/CR) video input is not to be used.

When the default, “Yes”, is selected, the settings are reset to the factory defaults.

CH SEL

ENTER

Enter the setting.

CH SEL ENTER

The Input Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3-4 Setting the Video Input Mode

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Video Input Mode” at the Input Setup

CH SEL ENTER

Menu.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Input Setup Video In Mode
Display the Video Input Mode screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Video In Mode

DVD

: Auto

3 q Select the input source for which you want to set the Video Input Mode.

w Select the mode as below.

AUTO COMPONENT Svideo Video

The details in each mode are as follows.

AUTO: Component: S-Video: Video:

When there are multiple input signals, the input signals are detected and the input signal to be output from the video monitor output terminal is selected automatically in the following order: component video, S-Video, composite video. The signal connected to the component video terminal is always played. Video conversion is not conducted, so no image is output from the monitor output terminal when there is no input signal to the component terminal. The signal connected to the S-Video terminal is always played. The S-Video input signal is converted and output from the composite and component monitor output terminal. The signal connected to the composite video terminal is always played. The composite video input signal is up-converted and output from the S-Video and component monitor output terminals.

NOTE: Down-converting from the component video signal to the S-Video and composite video signal is not possible, so when not using the component video monitor output terminal connect the player using the S-Video or composite video input terminal.

Cautions on the video conversion function: When the component video terminals are used to connect the AVR-3805 with a TV (or monitor, projector, etc.) and the video (yellow) or S video terminals are used to connect the AVR-3805 with a VTR, depending on the combination of the TV and VTR the picture may flicker in the horizontal direction, be distorted, be out of sync or not display at all when playing video tapes. If this happens, connect a commercially available video stabilizer, etc., with a TBC (time base corrector) function between the AVR-3805 and the VTR, or if your VTR has a TBC function, turn it on.

CH SEL

ENTER

Enter the setting.

CH SEL ENTER

The System Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3-5 Auto Tuner Presets
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.
NOTE: · If an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor reception, use the “Manual tuning” operation to
tune in the station, then preset it using the manual “Preset memory” operation.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Auto Tuner Presets”at the Input

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Input Setup Auto Tuner
Display the Auto Preset Memory screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Auto Tuner

Start

:Yes

ENGLISH

3
CH SEL ENTER

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Press the CURSOR left button to select “Yes”. “Search” flashes on the screen and searching begins. “Completed” appears once searching is completed. The display automatically switches to screen.
Enter the setting. The Input Setup Menu reappears.

4-2 Setting the Dolby Digital Setup
Sets the down-mixing method when not using a center speaker or surround speakers. OFF: The dynamic range is not compressed. ON: The dynamic range is compressed automatically according to the combination of speakers being used.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Dolby Digital Setup” at the Advanced

CH SEL

Playback Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

4 1

Setting the Advanced Playback

Select “Advanced Play back” at the System

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*System Setup Advanced Play
Display the Advanced Playback Menu screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

4-1 Setting the Audio Delay
This function allows you to adjust the time delay of the video and audio signals and store these settings for the different input sources. The setting is made while watching a DVD or other software, so it is not made here. By default, this is not displayed when no digital signals are being input. For instructions on making the setting, refer to page 36.
NOTE: The audio delay setting does not apply when it plays in the EXT. IN mode or in the analog input direct mode or stereo mode (TONE DEFEAT “ON”).

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Advanced Play Dolby D Setup
Press the ENTER button. Display the Dolby Digital Setup screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3
CH SEL ENTER

Select “ON” if you want to use the

Compression, “OFF” if you do not want to

CH SEL ENTER

use it.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Dolby D Setup

Comp. :

OFF

NOTE: When a center speaker or surround speakers, are not used the sound is played from the front speakers. Set “Compression” to “ON” if it seems that sound is distorted because the input level exceeds the allowable input for the front speakers.

CH SEL

ENTER

Enter the setting.

CH SEL ENTER

The Advanced Playback Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

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4-3 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.
q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals w 2-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-channel format e Multi-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-channel format During playback in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does not change even if the input signal is changed.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Auto Surround Mode” at the

CH SEL

Advanced Playback Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Advanced Play Auto Surround
Press the ENTER button. Display the Auto Surround Mode screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

3
CH SEL ENTER

Select “ON” if you want to use the auto

surround mode, “OFF” if you do not want to

CH SEL ENTER

use it.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Auto Surround

ON/OFF:

Enter the setting. The Advanced Playback Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

5 1

Setting the Option Setup

Select “Option Setup” at the System Setup

CH SEL ENTER

Menu.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*System Setup Option Setup
Display the Option Setup Menu Screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

5-1 Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment
Make this setting to switch the power amplifier for the surround back channel to ZONE2 or ZONE3. If ZONE2/3 is selected, the signal that selected at ZONE2/3 is output at “SURR. BACK/MULTI ZONE PREOUT” terminals.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Power Amp Assign” at the Option

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Option Setup P.Amp Assign
Press the ENTER button. Display the Power Amp Assign screen.

(Remote control unit)
3
CH SEL ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Select “Surround Back” to use as the surround back channel, “Zone2” to use as Zone2 out, Zone3 to use as Zone3 out.

*P.Amp Assign S.Back

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

When “Surround Back” is selected

When “Zone2” is selected

When “Zone3” is selected

CH SEL

ENTER

Enter the setting.

CH SEL ENTER

The Option Setup Menu reappear.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

5-2 Setting the Zone2 Vol. Level
Set the Zone2 pre-out output level adjustment.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

At the Option Setup Menu select “Zone2

CH SEL

Vol.Level”.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Option Setup Zone2 Vol.Level
Display the Zone2 Vol. Level screen.

(Remote control unit)
3
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

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. NOTE: · When “ZONE2” is selected at System
Setup Menu “5-1. Power amp Assign”, the Zone2 vol. Level is all set to “variable” including preout level and this menu is not displayed.
Enter the setting. The Option Setup Menu reappears.

*Zone2 Vol.Lev. Variable

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

5-3, 5-4 Setting the Trigger Out Setup
· Set the Trigger Out output 1 for the different input sources.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Trigger Out 1 Setup” at the Option

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Option Setup Trigger Out 1
Display to the Trigger Out 1 Setup screen.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*Trigger Out 1 ZONE : MAIN

3
CH SEL ENTER

Select the Zone (MAIN, Zone2 or Zone3).
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

4 q Select the input source.

CH SEL ENTER

w Select “ON” or “OFF”.

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Enter the setting The Option Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Set the Trigger out 2 Setup in the same way.

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5-5 Setting the Muting Level
· This sets the amount of attenuation at audio output muting.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Muting Level” at the Option Setup

CH SEL ENTER

Menu.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Option Setup Muting Level
Display the Muting Level screen.

(Remote control unit)
3
CH SEL ENTER
(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)

Select the desired setting.

*Muting Level —dB

· 20 dB: · 40 dB:

It is turned down the volume to 20 dB from the present level. It is turned down the volume to 40 dB from the present level.

CH SEL

ENTER

Enter the setting.

CH SEL ENTER

The Option Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

5-6 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.
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.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “On Screen Display” at the Option

CH SEL

Setup Menu.

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Option Setup On Screen
Display the On screen display setup screen.

(Remote control unit)
3
CH SEL ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Select “ON” or “OFF”.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*On Screen

ON/OFF:

4 q Select the On Screen Display w Select “Mode1” or “Mode2”. mode.

CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

*On Screen Mode : Mode1

Enter the setting. The Option Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

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5-7 Protecting the setting
The system setup settings can be locked so that they cannot be changed easily.

After completing system setup
This button can be pressed at any time during the system setup process to complete the process.

1
CH SEL
ENTER

Select “Setup Lock” at the Option Setup

CH SEL ENTER

Menu.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

*Option Setup Setup Lock
Display the Setup Lock screen.

(Remote control unit)
3
CH SEL ENTER

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER

Select “ON”, to lock the system setup settings.

(Remote control unit)

CH SEL

ENTER

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)
CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)

*Setup Lock

ON/OFF:

OFF

Press the “ENTER”button to finalize the setting and exit the Option setup mode.
When the setup lock function is activated, the settings listed below cannot be changed, and “Setup Locked” is displayed when related buttons are operated.
· System setup settings · Surround parameter settings · Tone control settings · Channel level settings (including test tones)
To unlock, press the System Setup button again and display the Setup Lock screen, then select “OFF” and press “ENTER”.

Press the SYSTEM SETUP button at the System Setup Menu. The changed settings are entered and the on-screen display turns off.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

· On-screen display signals

Signals input to the AVR-3805

On-screen display signal output

VIDEO signal input jack (yellow)

S-video signal input jack

Video signal output to VIDEO MONITOR OUT
jack (yellow)

Video signal output to S-Video MONITOR OUT jack

Video signal output to Color Difference (Component) Video
MONITOR OUT jack

(C: Signal E: No signal)

(C: On-screen signals output E: On-screen signals not output)

NOTE: · When a component video signal is input and when the “Video Input Mode” is set to the component fixed
mode at Input setup, the on-screen display is only displayed when the System Setup, Surround Parameters and On Screen buttons are operated.

System setup is complete. Once these settings are made, there is no need to change them unless different AV components are connected or the speakers are repositioned.

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8 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
· The included remote control unit (RC-970) can be used to operate not only the AVR-3805 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 R03/AAA batteries in the battery compartment in the indicated direction.
e Put the rear cover back on.

Notes on Batteries · Use R03/AAA batteries in the remote control unit. · The batteries should be replaced with new ones
approximately once a year, though this depends on the frequency of usage. · Even if less than a year has passed, 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. Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.) · 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: · Do not use a new battery together with an old
one. · Do not use two different types of batteries. · Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or
dispose of batteries in flames. · Remove the batteries from the remote control unit
when you do not plan to use it for an extended period of time. · 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.

Operating DENON audio components

1 Use the mode selector buttons to select the component you want to operate.

The function switches as shown below each time one of the

mode buttons is pressed.

AMP/TUNER

: AMP, TUNER

ZONE2/ZONE3

: ZONE2, ZONE3

TAPE/MD

: TAPE, MD

CD/CDR

: CD, CDR

TV/DBS/CABLE

: TV, DBS, CABLE

VCR1/VCR2 VDP

: VCR1,VCR2 : VDP

DVD/DVDR

: DVD,DVDR

Example: Select “AMP” mode.

Select “TUNER” mode.

2 Operate the audio component. · For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. It may not be possible to operate some models.

3 [SOURCE MENU] · Operate the source.

1. CD player (CD) system buttons

Using the remote control unit

Approx. 7 m

CEHNTSEERL
30° 30°

· 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 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.
NOTES: · It may be difficult to operate the remote control
unit if the remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light. · Do not press buttons on the main unit and remote control 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.

[SURROUND MENU] · Operate the surround mode. [10KEY / SYSTEM CALL MENU] · Operate the 10KEY or SYSTEM CALL mode.

6, 7 2
1 8, 9
3 DISC SKIP +
0~9, +10

: Manual search (forward and reverse) : Stop : Play : Auto search (to beginning of track) : Pause : (for CD changers only) : 10 Key

2. TAPE deck (TAPE) system buttons

4. Tuner system buttons

6 7
2 1 3 0 A/B

: Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Forward Play : Pause : Reverse Play : Switch between sides A
and B

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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 33) to store your device’s remote control signals in the included remote control unit. For instructions on resetting the preset memory, see page 35.
1 Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time. 1
5

2 Press the “1”button to select preset memory. · Setup List 1 : Preset memory 2 : Learning setup 3 : System call 4 : Punch through 5 : Light setup 6 : Reset

3 2, 4

3. MD recorder (MD), CD recorder (CDR) system buttons

TUNING +, BAND
MODE
MEMORY SHIFT
CHANNEL +,
CHA~G 1~8 RDS

: Tuning up/down : Switch between AM
and FM bands : Switch between AUTO
and MANUAL : Preset memory : Switch preset channel
range : Preset channel
up/down : Preset channel range : Preset channel : RDS search

6, 7 2
1 8, 9
3 0~9, +10

: Manual search (forward and reverse) : Stop : Play : Auto search (to beginning of track) : Pause : 10 Key

3 Press the Mode button for the component you want to preset, then press ENTER button. 3
CH SEL ENTER
4 Referring to the included List of Preset Codes, use the number buttons to input the preset code (a 4-digit number) for the manufacturer of the component whose signals you want to store in the memory. 5 “OK” is displayed when the signals are registered and the mode is terminated. “FAIL” is displayed when the signals are not registered, repeat steps 1 to 5.
6 To store the codes of another component in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 5.
NOTES: · Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if
the your device is listed on the included list of preset codes. · 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.
The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the factory and after resetting: TV, VCR1 ……………………………………………………………………….HITACHI CD, MD, TAPE, CDR, VDP, DVD, DVDR …………………………….DENON VCR2, DBS…………………………………………………………………….SONY CABLE …………………………………………………………………………..ABC
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Operating a component stored in the preset memory
1 Press the mode selector button for the component you want to operate.

3. Video deck (VCR-1/VCR-2) system buttons

4. Monitor TV (TV),digital broadcast satellite (DBS) tuner and cable (CABLE) system buttons

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. Digital video disc player (DVD), Digital video disc recorder (DVD R) system buttons

SOURCE ON SOURCE OFF
6, 7
2 1 8, 9
3 DISC SKIP +
SETUP TOP MENU
MENU RETURN ·,ª, 0, 1
ENTER AUDIO
DISPLAY SUBTITLE
ANGLE 0~9, +10

: Power on : Power off (DENON DVD
only) : Manual search
(forward and reverse) : Stop : Play : Auto search
(to beginning of track) : Pause : Disk skip
(for DVD changers only) : Setup : Top menu : Menu : Return : Cursor up, down, left
and right : Enter : Switch the audio
language : Display : Switch the subtitle : Switch the angle : 10 key

1
2. Video disc player (VDP) system buttons

SOURCE ON 6, 7
2 1 3 0~9, +10

: Power on/Standby : Manual search
(forward and reverse) : Stop : Play : Pause : 10 key

SOURCE ON 6, 7
2 1 8, 9 3 0~9, +10

: Power on/Standby : Manual search
(forward and reverse) : Stop : Play : Auto search (cue) : Pause : 10 key

SOURCE ON SETUP
TOP MENU MENU RETURN
·,ª, 0, 1 ENTER DISPLAY
Channel +, 0~9, +10 TV/VCR VOL +,

: Power on/Standby : Setup : Top menu : Menu : Return : Cursor up,down,left and right : Enter : Switch display : Switch channels +, : 10 key : Switch between TV and video player : Volume up/down

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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 power ON button and the OFF button simultaneously.

1, 8

3, 7
2 Press the “2” button to select Learning setup.
2

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 12 signals each can be stored at the “CALL1” ~

“CALL6” buttons.

The System Call function can

be used in the “AMP”,

“ZONE2”, and “ZONE3” modes.

3, 5

(2) Storing system call signals
1 Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time.

2, 6, 8

3 Press the Mode button for the component you want to learned, then press the ENTER button. Learning is not possible for the AMP, ZONE2, and ZONE3 modes.
3
CH SEL ENTER

2 Press the “3” button to select system call setting.

3, 7

4 Buttons that allow learning will light. Press the button that you wish to be learned. The display

6 will go off and the unit will enter the learning
standby mode.

“OK” appears on the remote control unit’s display and learning is completed.

· To cancel, press the

· Other keys can be “learned” by repeating

power ON button and

steps 5 to 6.

the OFF button

· “FAIL” appears on the remote control unit’s

simultaneously.

display, repeating steps 4 to 6.

7 The mode can be switched by pressing a mode selector button. The “Buttons that allow learning” display reappears and the learning standby mode is set.
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 “learn”.

Other remote control unit

8 To cancel the learning mode, press the power ON button and the OFF button simultaneously again.

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to register the desired buttons.

3 Press the Mode button for the component you want to register at the system call button, then

Up to 12 signals each can bestored at the CALL 1 ~ CALL 6.

press the ENTER button.

7 Press the ENTER button after the button registration is completed. There will be a

CH SEL

changeover to the System Call registration

ENTER

screen.

4 Press the button you want to register.

8 Press buttons from “CALL 1” to “CALL 6” to register the System Call. · “OK” is displayed and the set returns to the normal operating mode.

5 The mode can be switched by pressing a mode button.

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NOTES:

Setting the back light’s lighting time

· The remote control signals of the buttons pressed while registering the system call signals are emitted, so

be careful not to operate the components accidentally (cover the remote sensors, for example). · If you exceed the number of signals that can be registered, There will be a changeover to the System Call
registration screen.

1 Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time.

(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,

DVDR,VDP, VCR1 and VCR2 modes can be

assigned to the buttons shown on the diagram at

the right which are not normally used in the AMP,

ZONE2, ZONE3, TV, DBS and CABLE modes.

For example, when the CD mode is set to the

punch through mode in the AMP mode, the CD

3, 4

mode’s PLAY, STOP, MANUAL SEARCH, AUTO

SEARCH, PAUSE and DISC SKIP buttons’ signals

are sent in the AMP mode.

(2) Making the punch through setting

1 Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time.

2 Press the “5” button to select Light setup.
2, 3
3 Press the button you want to adjust the lighting time (5sec~20sec). · Lighting time 1 : 5sec 2 : 10sec 3 : 15sec 4 : 20sec

3, 4
2 Press the “4” button to select punch through setting.

Setting the brightness
The brightness of the display can be adjusted in 4 levels. · For 1 step brighten Hold the ENTER button and
press the CH+ (channel up) button. · For 1 step dimmer Hold the ENTER button and press
the CH (channel down) button.

4 Press the mode button for the component you want to punch through, then press the ENTER

button.

3 Press the mode button for the component you want to make the punch through setting, then

· The punch through is set and the set returns to the normal operating mode.

press the ENTER button.

Up Down

CH SEL ENTER

Enter
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Resetting
(1) Resetting the preset memory
1 Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time. 1
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2 Press the “6” button to select Resetting.
2, 3

3 Press the “1” button to resetting the preset memory.

· Resetting List

1 : Resetting the preset
memory 2 : Resetting the “Learned”
buttons 3 : Resetting the system call 4 : Resetting the punch
through setting +10 : All reset function (factory
default)

4 The mode buttons that were set in preset memory will all light.

5 When resetting the preset memory of a specific device. · Press the mode button you want to resetting, then press the ENTER button.
CH SEL ENTER
The set returns to the normal operating mode.

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(2) Resetting “learned” buttons

(4) Resetting the punch through setting

1 1 Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time.

Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time.

2 Press the “6” button to select resetting.

3 3 Press the “2” button to resetting the “learned” buttons

Press the “4” button to resetting the “punch through”setting.

4 The mode buttons will all light.

4 All punched through mode buttons will light.

5 5 Press the mode button you want to resetting, then press the ENTER button.

Press the mode button you want to resetting, then press the ENTER button.

The set returns to the normal operating mode.

(3) Resetting the system call buttons

(5) All reset function

1 1 Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time.

Press the power ON button and the OFF button at the same time.

2 Press the “6” button to select resetting.

3 3 Press the “3” button to resetting.the system call buttons.

Press the “+10” button to resetting, all the settings (factory defaults).

· The set returns to the normal operating mode

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after approximately 20 seconds.

4 All buttons of System Call will light.

5 Press the button you want to resetting, then press the ENTER button. The set returns to the normal operating mode.

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9 OPERATION
Operating the remote control unit
1 Select”AMP”using the AMP/TUNER button.

Playing the input source

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2 [SOURCE MENU] · Operate the source.

3 [SURROUND MENU] · Operate the surround mode.

Before operating

1 Refer to “CONNECTIONS” (pages 5 to 9) and check that all connections are correct.
2 Select “AMP” using the AMP/TUNER button. (only when operating with the remote control unit)
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(Remote control unit)
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3 Press the POWER switch (button).
2
(Main unit)
· ¢ ON The power turns on and indicator is light. 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 Turn on the power Press the POWER ON/STANDBY switch (button).

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

When pressed, the power turns on and the display lights. The sound is muted for several seconds, after which the unit operates normally. When pressed again, the power turns off, the standby mode is set and the display turns off.

1 Select the input source to be played. Example: CD

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(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

To select the input source

when ZONE2/ZONE3/REC

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OUT or TUNING PRESET is selected, press the SOURCE button then operate the input function selector.

(Main unit)

Input mode selection function Different input modes can be selected for the different input sources. The selected input modes for the separate input sources are stored in the memory.

q AUTO (auto mode)

2 Select the input mode. · Selecting the analog mode Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog input.

In this mode, the types of signals being input to the digital and analog input jacks for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR-3805’s surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback. This mode can be

selected for all input sources other than PHONO

and TUNER.

The presence or absence of digital signals is

detected, the signals input to the digital input jacks

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

are identified and decoding and playback are performed automatically in DTS, Dolby Digital or

· Selecting the external input (EXT. IN) mode

PCM (2 channel stereo) format. If no digital signal

Press the EXT. IN (on the EXT. IN button on

is being input, the analog input jacks are selected.

the remote control unit) to switch the external input.

Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals. w 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.

e DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode)

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Decoding and playback are only performed when

· Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes The mode switches as shown below each time the INPUT MODE button is pressed.

DTS signals are being input. r ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback
mode) The signals input to the analog input jacks are

played.

AUTO

PCM

DTS

t EXT. IN (external decoder input jack selection

mode)

The signals being input to the external decoder

input jacks are played without passing through the

surround circuitry.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

NOTE: · Note that noise will be output when CDs or LDs
recorded in DTS format are played in the “PCM” (exclusive PCM signal playback) or “ANALOG” (exclusive PCM signal playback) mode. Select the AUTO or DTS mode when playing signals recorded in DTS from a laser disc player or CD player.

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Note on playing a source encoded with DTS · Noise may be generated at the beginning of
playback and while searching during DTS playback in the AUTO mode. If so, play in the DTS mode.
3 Select the play mode. Example: Stereo

Input mode display · In the AUTO mode

Depending on the input signal.

· In the DIGITAL PCM mode · In the DIGITAL DTS mode · In the ANALOG mode

(Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

· In the EXT.IN mode

4 Start playback on the selected component. · For operating instructions, refer to the component’s manual.
Input signal display

5 Adjust the volume.

· DOLBY DIGITAL

MASTER VOLUME

The volume level is displayed on the master volume level display.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

The volume can be adjusted within the range of 80 to 0 to 18 dB, in steps of 0.5 dB. However, when the channel level is set as described on page 21, 22 or pages 41 and 42, if 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)”.)

· DTS · PCM

Depending on the input signal.
· The DSD indicator lights when the DENON LINK have been connected and the DSD signals have been inputted. (See page 8)
Depending on the input signal.
· The HDCD indicator lights when digital signals are being input with a player that supports HDCD playback.

Input mode when playing DTS sources · Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs
are played in the “ANALOG” or “PCM” mode. When playing DTS-compatible sources, be sure to connect the source component to the digital input jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set the input mode to “DTS”.

The DIG. indicator lights when digital signals are being input properly. If the DIG. indicator does not light, check whether the digital input component setup (page 23) and connections are correct and whether the 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 DIRECT or MULTI CH IN.

NOTE: · The DIG. indicator will light when playing CD-
ROMs containing data other than audio signals, but no sound will be heard.

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.

(Remote control unit)

(Main 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. IN jacks are output directly to the front (left and right), center, surround (left and right) and surround back (left and right) speaker systems as well as the pre-out jacks without passing through the surround circuitry. In addition, the signal input to the SW (subwoofer) jack is output to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack.

2 Cancelling the external input mode To cancel the external input (EXT. IN) setting, press the input mode (AUTO, PCM, DTS) or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode. (See page 36)

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NOTES: · In play modes other than the external input
mode, the signals connected to these jacks cannot be played. In addition, signals cannot be output from channels not connected to the input jacks. · 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 to high, set the “SW ATT” surround parameter to “ON”.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

· When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN), the surround mode (DIRECT, STEREO, STANDARD, 5/7CH STEREO, WIDE SCREEN or DSP SIMULATION) cannot be set.

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Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)
The AVR-3805 is equipped with three 2-channel playback modes exclusively for music. Select the mode to suit your tastes.

1 PURE DIRECT mode In this mode, the music is played with an extremely high level of sound quality. When this mode is set, all the video-related circuits are turned off so that music signals can be reproduced with high quality. When an analog mode is selected, the digital processing circuitry is also turned off to achieve analog sound with even higher purity. (See NOTES)

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(Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

2 DIRECT mode Use this mode to achieve good quality 2channel sound while watching images. In this

1~3

mode, the audio signals bypass such circuits as

the tone circuit and are transmitted directly,

resulting in good quality sound.

(Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

Using this mode, the DSD (2channel/MULTI-channel) signal can be reproduced with high quality. · The display in 2-channel input.
DSD DIRECT · The display in MULTI-channel input
DSD MULTI DRCT

3 STEREO mode Use this mode to adjust the tone and achieve the desired sound while watching images.
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(Remote control unit) (Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

VIDEO ON/OFF button When no video signals of a DVD, etc., are connected to the AVR-3805 and the DVD, etc., are connected directly to (Remote control unit) a TV, etc., the unneeded video circuitry can be turned off by selecting the “VIDEO OFF” setting.

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NOTES: · The system setup function cannot be used when the
PURE DIRECT mode is set. To use the system setup function, cancel the PURE DIRECT mode. · The ZONE2 video output is not output in the PURE DIRECT mode. · The channel level and surround parameters in the PURE DIRECT mode are the same as in the DIRECT mode. · When the PURE DIRECT button is pressed while in the PURE DIRECT mode, the PURE DIRECT mode is cancelled. · The subwoofer’s channel level must be set to “OFF” in order to turn off the digital circuit in the PURE DIRECT mode.

After starting playback
[1] Adjusting the sound quality (TONE) The tone control function will not work in the PURE DIRECT and the DIRECT mode.
1 The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed.

BASS

TREBLE

(Main unit)

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2 With the name of the volume to be adjusted selected, press cursor button to adjust the level.

CH SEL ENTER
(Main unit)

· To increase the bass or treble: Press the

button.

(The bass or treble sound can be increased to

up to +6 dB in steps of 1 dB.)

· To decrease the bass or treble: Press the

button.

(The bass or treble sound can be decreased to

up to 6 dB in steps of 1 dB.)

If you do not want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn on the tone defeat mode.

(Main unit)

The signals do not pass through the bass and treble adjustment circuits, providing higher quality sound.

[2] Listening over headphone
1 Plug the headphone’ plug into the jack. Connect the headphone to the PHONES jack. The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is automatically turned off when headphone are connected.

PHONES
1
1 NOTE: To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphone.

[3] Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)

1 Use this to mute the audio output temporarily. Press the MUTING button.

Cancelling MUTING

mode.

(Remote control unit)

Press the MUTING

button again. 1

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[4] Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image

1 Simulcast playback Use this switch to monitor a video source other

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than the audio source.

Press the VIDEO SELECT button, turn the

FUNCTION knob until the desired source

appears on the display.

(Main unit)
Cancelling simulcast playback. · Select “SOURCE” using the VIDEO
SELECT button and the FUNCTION button. · Switch the program source to the
component connected to the video input. · Press the SOURCE button.

FUNCTION

VIDEO

SOURCE

[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 (Remote control unit)

pressing the remote control

unit’s ON SCREEN button.

Such information as the position of the input selector and the surround parameter settings

is output in sequence.

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Front panel display

· Descriptions of the unit’s

Using the dimmer function

operations are also

· Use this to change the brightness

displayed on the front panel

of the display.

display. In addition, the

The display brightness changes in

display can be switched to check the unit’s operating status while playing a

(Main unit)

four steps (bright, medium, dim and off) by pressing the main unit’s (Remote control unit) DIMMER button repeatedly.

source by pressing the

STATUS button.

[6] Switching the surround speakers

1 The surround speakers switch as shown below each time the SPEAKER button is pressed.

SURROUND A

SURROUND B

SURROUND A+B

(Remote control unit)

This operation is possible when the setting for using both surround speakers A and B is made at “Speaker Config” in the System Setup Menu.

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Multi-source recording/playback
Playing one source while recording another (REC OUT mode)

1 Press the ZONE2/3/REC button until “ZONE2 SOURCE” appears on the display.

2, 4 1

1, 2

(Main unit)

2 With “ZONE2 SOURCE”displayed, turn the

FUNCTION knob until

“RECOUT SOURCE” appears

on the display. With “RECOUT SOURCE”

(Main unit)

displayed, turn the FUNCTION knob to select

the source you wish to record.

· When the FUNCTION goes around, it turn to

the “REC” indicator and the indicator of the

selected source light.

3 Set the recording mode. · For operating instructions, refer to the manual of the component on which you want to record.

FUNCTION

RECOUT

SOURCE

NOTES: · Recording sources other than digital inputs
selected in the REC OUT mode are also outputted from the Zone2 preout jacks. · Digital signals are not outputted from the analog REC OUT jacks.

4 To cancel, turn the function knob.

(Main unit)

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10 MULTI ZONE
Multi-zone playback with multi-source
MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM · When the outputs of the “ZONE2 (ZONE3)” 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 ZONE2 (ZONE3) on the diagram below.) · MULTI ZONE SPEAKER OUT can be used when “ZONE3” is selected at System Setup Menu “Power Amp Assign”.In this case, Surround Back Speaker OUT cannot be used for MAIN ZONE. (See page 26.) 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.

NOTES: · For the AUDIO output, use high quality pin-plug cords and wire in such a way that there is no humming
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DENON RC-970 AV Surround Receiver Instruction Manual

RC-970 AV Surround Receiver

Product Information

Specifications

Introduction

Table of Contents

Accessories

Before Using

Cautions on Installation

Note on Use

Warning

Caution

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Setup

Step 2: Power On

Step 3: Configuration and Calibration

Step 4: Operation

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Where can I find the serial number of my AVR-3805?

Q: How do I access the setup menu?

Q: Can I connect multiple audio and video sources to the

Q: How do I perform the automatic speaker calibration?

Q: How can I power off the AVR-3805?

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