AVR-X500AV SURROUND RECEIVEROwner’s ManualBasic instructionsAdvanced instructionsInformationDVD
7GFront panelHOUTHDMIVideo camcorderYou can enjoy games by connecting a game machine via the AUX HDMI connector. In this case, select the input source
8Settings related to HDMI connectionsSet as necessary. For details, see the respective reference pages. n HDMI (vpage40)Make settings for HDMI.•HDMI
9Connecting other devicesFor highest quality video and surround playback, it is recommended to use an HDMI cable to connect this unit to TV and other
10a a aVIDEOAUDIOINVIDEOOPTICALOUTOPTICALOUTTVorNOTE•The menu screen is only displayed on TV connected to this unit via HDMI. If your TV is connected
11Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/Cable TV)This section describes how to connect when your satellite tuner or cable TV does not support HDMI
12a asaRLRLAUDIOAUDIORLOUTOUTOPTICALOPTICALOUTVIDEOOUTVIDEOBlu-ray Disc player/DVD playeror orWhen you want to play back HD Audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-H
13Connecting an FM/AM antenna•Connect the FM antenna or AM loop antenna supplied with the unit to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts.•After connect
14Connecting the power cordAfter completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet.To household power outlet(AC 230 V, 50/60
15Playback (Basic operation) n Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player (vpage16) n Playing a portable player (vpage16) n Tuning in radio stations (
16Adjusting the master volumeUse VOLUME df to adjust the volume. n When the “Scale” setting (vpage39) is “0 – 98”GAdjustable rangeH 0.0 – 98.0 n W
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17Tuning in radio stationsFor antenna connections, see “Connecting an FM/AM antenna” (vpage13).How to tune inThe modes for receiving FM/AM broadcasts
18Tuning in radio stationsDefault settingsBlock (A – G) and Channel (1 – 8)Default SettingsA1 – A887.50 / 89.10 / 98.10 / 108.00 / 90.10 / 90.10 / 9
19Tuning in radio stations n RDS searchUse this function to automatically tune to FM stations that provide the RDS service.1Press TUNER to switch the
20Tuning in radio stationsTP (Trac Program)TP identifies programs that carry trac announcements.This allows you to easily find out the latest trac co
21•Some listening modes cannot be selected, depending on the audio format or number of channels of the input signal. For details, see “Types of input
22Standard playback n Surround playback of 2-channel sources1Play the selected device (vpage16, 17).2Press SURROUND 0 or SURROUND 1 to select the sur
23Stereo playbackThis is the mode for playing in stereo. The tone can be adjusted.•Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoof
Advanced instructions24F Installation/connection/setup of speakers (Advanced) vpage25F Playback (Advanced operation) vpage29F How to make deta
25Procedure for speaker settingsSpeaker installationSpeaker connection (vpage26)Speaker installation•Determine the speaker system depending on the n
26Connecting the speaker cableCarefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – (black) polarities on the speakers being connected
IIn NOTES ON USEWARNINGS•Avoid high temperatures.Allow for sucient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.•Handle the power cord carefully.Hold t
27Speaker connection n About the speaker cable label (supplied) for channel identificationThe channel display section for speaker terminals on the rea
28Speaker connectionConnecting 5.1-channel speakersCSLSRFLFRSWConnecting 2.1-channel speakersSWFL FR2-channel connectionFor 2-channel playback, discon
29 n Adjusting the volume of the speakers (vpage29) n Sleep timer function (vpage30) n Quick select function (vpage30) n Various memory functions (
30Sleep timer functionYou can have the power automatically switched to standby once a set time has elapsed. This is convenient for viewing and listeni
31Menu mapFor menu operation, connect a TV to this unit and display the menu on the TV screen. For menu operations, see the following page.By default,
32Examples of menu and front displayBelow we describe typical examples of displays on the TV screen and on the set’s display window.Menu display Front
33InputsPerform settings related to input source playback.•You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed.Menu ope
34InputsSetting items Setting detailsOPTICAL 1Set this to change the optical 1 input connectors assigned to the input sources.CBL/SAT DVD Blu-ray GAME
35Preset Skip Default settings are underlined.Set the preset memory block (from A to G) you do not want to display.Setting items Setting detailsBlock
36SpeakersFor optimum surround playback, adjustment of the distance of speakers and sound level of each channel, using the test tone, are required, de
1Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After re
37SpeakersSpeaker Config.Default settings are underlined.Indicate speaker presence and select speaker size categories based on bass reproduction capabi
38SpeakersSetting items Setting detailsSet DefaultsThe “Levels” settings are returned to the default settings.Yes : Reset to the defaults.No : Do not
39GeneralMake various option settings.Menu operation1Press SETUP.The menu is displayed on the TV screen.BACK SETUPENTER2Use ui to select “General”, an
40GeneralHDMI Default settings are underlined.Makes settings for HDMI.Setting items Setting detailsHDMI Audio OutSelect HDMI audio output device.AVR :
41Adjusting the sound field eectsThe sound being played in the surround mode can be adjusted to your liking. The items (parameters) that can be adjust
42Adjusting the sound field eectsSetting items Setting detailsLFEAdjust the low-frequency eects level (LFE).–10dB – 0dB For proper playback of the di
43Adjusting the sound field eectsTone around items indicate the settings made upon purchase.Adjust the tonal quality of the sound.1Press TONE.ENTERT
44Adjusting the sound field eectsRESTORER around items indicate the settings made upon purchase.Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows M
45InformationInformation on the main unit’s various settings (Status) and on input signals (Audio Input Signal) is shown on the display.The informatio
Information46F Part names and functions vpage47F Other information vpage52F Troubleshooting vpage58F Specifications vpage60F Index vpage
2FeaturesWith discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides identical quality for all 5 channels (110 Watts x 5 channels)For optimum realis
47Front panelFor buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).i uyQ1Q0 Q3o Q2r tewqq Power operation button (X) ·············
48Displayr etyi uq wq Information displayThe input source name, surround mode, setting values and other information are displayed here.w Input signal
49Rear panelSee the page indicated in parentheses ( ).qe r ti uwyq FM/AM antenna terminals (ANTENNA) ································ (13)w Analog aud
50Remote control unitFor buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).qrtewQ0yuioQ1Q2W1W3W7W6W5Q7Q5Q8W0Q4Q6Q9W2W4Q3q POWER bu
51Remote control unitInserting the batteriesq Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it.w Load the two batteries properly as i
52Other information n Trademark information (vpage52) n Surround (vpage53) n Relationship between video signals and monitor output (vpage55) n Expl
53SurroundThis unit is equipped with a sophisticated digital signal processing circuit that lets you play your favorite movie and music sources and li
54Surround n Types of input signals, and corresponding surround modesThis table shows the input signal that can be played in each surround mode. Check
55Relationship between video signals and monitor outputOutput connectorInput connectorHDMI VIDEOHDMI VIDEO Video Menu Video MenuA A AOnly the menu is
56Explanation of termsAAdobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 colorThe color space defined by Adobe Systems Inc. Because it is a wider color space than RGB, it
Basic instructions3F Connections vpage4F Playback (Basic operation) vpage15F Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) vpage21For speaker co
57sYCC601 colorLike “x.v.Color”, each of these color spaces defines a palette of available colors that is larger than the traditional RGB color model.W
58TroubleshootingIf a problem should arise, first check the following:1. Are the connections correct?2. Is the set being operated as described in the o
59GAudioHSymptom Cause/Solution PageAudio is not output. •Check the connections for all devices.•Check the speaker connections and configurations.•C
60Resetting the microprocessorPerform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed.Note that when the microprocessor
61 v Numerics2.1-channel ··················································· 25, 283D ································································
62DimensionsUnit : mm288.5319.0198.043.5 47.015.0 136.0151.0434.0344.060.045.045.018.512.0Weight : 7.9 kgBasic instructionsAdvanced instructionsInform
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4Important informationMake connections before using this unit.To create a home theater that can play back higher quality video and audio by fully util
5Connecting HDMI devicesYou can connect up to five HDMI-compatible devices (4-inputs/1-output) to the this unit.If the device connected to this unit is
6Connecting HDMI devices•Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the display’s resolution. In this case, switch the Blu-
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