Denon Avr 987 Users Manual
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AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-987
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
I
2SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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.
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in
a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with
a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
9. A product and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product
should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer
or local power company. For products intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
product.
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.
16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal.
18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this
indicates a need for service.
22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a wall
or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
II
2NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION
•Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat
dispersion when installed in a
rack.
•Eviter des températures
élevées.
Tenir compte d’une dispersion
de chaleur suffisante lors de
l’installation sur une étagère.
•Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging
the cord.
•Manipuler le cordon
d’alimentation avec
précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du
débranchement du cordon.
•Keep the apparatus free from
moisture, water, and dust.
•Protéger l’appareil contre
l’humidité, l’eau et la poussière.
•Unplug the power cord when
not using the apparatus for long
periods of time.
•Débrancher le cordon
d’alimentation lorsque l’appareil
n’est pas utilisé pendant de
longues périodes.
* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
•Do not obstruct the ventilation
holes.
•Ne pas obstruer les trous
d’aération.
•Do not let foreign objects into
the apparatus.
•Ne pas laisser des objets
étrangers dans l’appareil.
•Do not let insecticides,
benzene, and thinner come in
contact with the apparatus.
•Ne pas mettre en contact des
insecticides, du benzène et un
diluant avec l’appareil.
•Never disassemble or modify
the apparatus in any way.
•Ne jamais démonter ou modifier
l’appareil d’une manière ou
d’une autre.
FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)
1. PRODUCT
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained
in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly
approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to
use the product.
3. NOTE
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the product
OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of
product or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-
003 du Canada.
III
2We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-987.
2To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-987 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”
MEMO
1
Getting Started
Contents
Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-987 AV 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.
Accessories ··············································································3
Before using·············································································3
Cautions on installation ·························································3
About the remote control unit ··············································3
Inserting the batteries ····························································3
Operating range of the remote control unit ························3
Part names and functions
Front panel··············································································4
Display ····················································································4
Rear panel···············································································5
Remote control unit····························································5, 6
Easy to setup flow ··································································6
Speaker layout [Basic layout] ················································6
Speaker connections ······························································7
Connecting a DVD player and monitor·································8
Auto Setup/Room Equalizer (Room EQ) Functions ············9
qConnecting a microphone··················································9
wBefore performing the Auto Setup procedure·················10
ePerform the Auto Setup procedure ·································10
rAssigning power amplifiers ·············································10
tSwitching the front speaker·············································10
yPreliminary measurements··············································11
uSpeaker measurements···················································11
iChecking and storing the measurement results··············12
Error messages ····································································12
Cable indications···································································13
The video conversion function ············································14
Relationship between the video input signal
and monitor output according to
the video convert settings··············································14, 15
Playing the input source ······················································23
Selecting the room equalizer mode ····································24
Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING) ·······················24
Listening over headphones ··················································24
Switching the front speakers ··············································24
Checking the currently playing program source, etc.···········24
Switching the brightness of the display ·······························24
Basic Operation
Getting Started
Easy Setup Procedure
Connecting Other Sources
Night mode············································································38
User mode function ······························································38
Combining the currently playing sound
with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT function)············38
Personal memory plus function ··········································38
Playing the iPod ····································································39
Listening to music ································································39
Viewing still pictures and videos (only for iPods
equipped with the slideshow / video function) ····················39
Disconnecting the iPod·························································39
Multi zone music entertainment system
Multi-zone playback using the ZONE2 output terminals······40
Multi-zone playback using the SPEAKER terminals ············40
Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc.,
in the ZONE2 room (ZONE2 SELECT mode) ·······················41
Remote control unit operations
during multi-source playback················································41
Recording (audio and/or video)···········································42
About the memory functions ··············································42
Initialization of the microprocessor ····································42
The analog video to HDMI conversion function ················15
Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals
[To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals]···········16
Connecting a TV tuner ·························································16
Connecting a DBS tuner·······················································16
Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals··········17
Connecting a video camera or video game···························17
Connecting a CD player························································17
Connecting a turntable·························································17
Connecting a DVD recorder ·················································18
Connecting a VCR ·································································18
Connecting a tape deck························································18
Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder·························19
Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals ····················19
Connecting the antenna terminals······································20
Connecting the XM terminal ···············································20
Connecting the iPod ····························································21
Connecting the RS-232C terminal ·······································21
Connecting the TRIGGER OUT jacks ··································21
Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals
ZONE2 out connections ·······················································21
ZONE2 speaker out connections··········································22
Connecting the PRE OUT terminals····································22
Connecting the power supply cord·····································22
Using the surround modes
Types of surround modes and their features ·······················25
Selecting the play mode
(PURE DIRECT / DIRECT / STEREO)····································25
Selecting the Dolby Digital and DTS Surround mode
(only with digital input) ···················································26, 27
Selecting the Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode ·········27
Selecting the DTS NEO:6 mode···········································28
Checking the input signals ···················································28
Surround modes and parameters ································29 ~ 31
Using the DENON original surround modes
Types of surround modes and their features ·······················32
Selecting the DSP surround simulation································33
Setting the tone control························································34
Adjusting the speaker volume··············································34
Using the fader function·······················································35
Listening to the radio
Auto tuning ···········································································35
Manual tuning·······································································35
Preset memory·····································································35
Checking the preset stations················································36
Recalling preset stations ······················································36
XM Satellite Radio ································································36
Checking the XM signal strength and Radio ID ···················37
Channel selection ·································································37
Category search····································································37
Advanced Operation
Getting Started Getting Started
2
System setup items and default values·····················43 ~ 45
Navigating through the System Setup Menu····················46
About the display··································································46
Audio Input Setup
Setting the Digital In Assignment·········································47
Setting the EXT. IN Subwoofer Level ··································47
Setting the iPod Assignment ···············································47
Setting the Input Function Level ··········································48
Setting the Function Rename···············································48
Setting the Tuner Presets···············································48, 49
Video Setup
Setting the HDMI In Assignment···································49, 50
Setting the Component In Assignment································50
Setting the Video Convert ····················································50
Setting the HDMI Out Setup················································51
Setting the Audio Delay························································51
Setting the On Screen Display (OSD) ··································52
Advanced Playback
Setting the 2ch Direct/Stereo···············································52
Setting the Dolby Digital Downmix Option Setup················53
Setting the Auto Surround Mode ·········································53
Setting the Manual Equalizer Setup ······························53, 54
Option Setup
Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment·····························54
Setting the Volume Control ··················································55
Setting the Trigger Out ·························································55
Setting the Setup Lock·························································56
Speaker Setup
Setting the Speaker Configuration ·································56, 57
Setting the Subwoofer Setup···············································57
Setting the Distance·······················································57, 58
Setting the Channel Level ··············································58, 59
Setting the Crossover Frequency·········································59
Others Setup
Setting the Room Equalizer Setup ·······································60
Setting the Direct Mode Setup ············································60
Setting the MIC Input Select················································61
Check the parameter····························································61
Troubleshooting ······························································69, 70
Additional Information·················································66 ~ 68
Specifications ········································································70
List of preset codes ····································End of this manual
Operating DENON audio components································62
Setting the preset memory function ··································62
Operating a component stored in the preset memory····63, 64
Setting the punch through function ···································65
Advanced Setup – Part 2
Advanced Setup – Part 1 Operating the remote control unit
3
Getting Started Getting Started
Before using
Pay attention to the following before using this unit:
•Moving the unit
To prevent short-circuits or damaged wires in the connection
cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect
the connection cables between all other audio components
when moving the unit.
•Before turning the power switch on
Check once again that all connections are correct and that there
are not problems with the connection cables. Always set the
power switch to the standby position before connecting and
disconnecting connection cables.
•Store these instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty
card in a safe place.
•Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state, the
unit is still connected to AC line voltage.
Please be sure to turn off the power switch or unplug the
cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.
•Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ
from the actual unit for explanation purposes.
About the remote control unit
In addition to controlling the AVR-987, the attached remote
control unit (RC-1051) can also be used to control the following
products:
qDENON component products
wComponent products other than DENON:
•Set using the preset memory function ( page 62, 63).
Cautions on installation
Wall
Note
Note:
For heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined space
such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.
Inserting the batteries
qRemove the remote control
unit’s rear cover.
wSet 2 R6P/AA batteries in
the battery compartment in
the indicated direction.
ePut the rear cover back on.
Notes on batteries:
•Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not
operate even when the remote control unit is operated
nearby the unit. (The attached batteries are only for verifying
operation.)
•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.
Accessories
Check that the following parts are attached in addition to the
main unit:
qOperating instructions ......................................................1
wWarranty (for North America model only) .............................1
eService station list.............................................................1
rPower supply cord (Approx.7-31/64 ft / 1.9 m).................1
tRemote control unit (RC-1051) .........................................1
yR6P/AA batteries ..............................................................2
uAM loop antenna ..............................................................1
iFM indoor antenna............................................................1
oSetup microphone (DM-S205) (Approx. 23-5/8 ft / 6 m)...1
rty
uio
Operating range of the remote control unit
30°
30°
Approx. 23 feet/7 m
•Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when
operating it.
•The remote control unit can be used from a distance of
approximately 23 feet/7 meters, at a horizontal angle of up to
30° with respect to the sensor.
NOTE:
•It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the
remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong
artificial light.
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Getting Started Getting Started
Display
qInput signal indicator
wInput signal channel indicator
•The audio channel(s) included in the input
signal light(s).
•This lights when the digital signal is inputted.
eInformation display
rOutput signal channel indicator
The audio channels that can be output light.
tSpeaker indicator
This lights corresponding to the settings of
the surround speakers of the various
surround modes.
yMaster volume indicator
This displays the volume level.
The Setup item number is displayed in
System Setup.
uMULTI (zone) indicator
ZONE2 mode is selected in ZONE2/REC
SELECT.
iREC indicator
REC OUT mode is selected in ZONE2/REC
SELECT.
oAL24 indicator
This lights when the following mode is
selected while inputting digital (PCM)
signals.
PURE DIRECT / DIRECT / STEREO /
MULTI CH PURE DIRECT /
MULTI CH DIRECT / MULTI CH IN
!0 Input mode indicator
!1 AUTO indicator
This lights when the broadcast station is
selected in the AUTO tuning mode.
!2 TUNED indicator
This lights when an FM/AM broadcast has
been received.
!3 STEREO indicator
This lights when an FM stereo broadcast has
been received.
Part names and functions
Front panel
For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
qPower ON/STANDBY button··············(10)
wPower indicator····································(10)
ePower switch········································(10)
rHeadphones jack (PHONES) ···············(25)
tV.AUX INPUT terminals ······················(17)
ySETUP MIC jack ·····································(9)
uUSER MODE buttons···························(38)
iMASTER VOLUME control knob ········(23)
oMaster volume indicator
!0 Display
!1 MultEQ XT indicator····························(24)
!2 NIGHT indicator ···································(38)
!3 Remote control sensor··························(3)
!4 FUNCTION knob···································(23)
!5 SOURCE button ···································(23)
!6 TUNING PRESET button ·····················(36)
!7 ZONE2/REC SELECT button ·········(41, 42)
!8 VIDEO SELECT button·························(38)
!9 NIGHT button·······································(38)
@0 PURE DIRECT button···························(25)
@1 DIRECT/STEREO button······················(25)
@2 STANDARD button ······························(26)
@3 7CH STEREO button ····························(33)
@4 DSP SIMULATION button ···················(33)
@5 CH SELECT/ENTER button ···········(10, 34)
@6 SURROUND PARAMETER button ······(26)
@7 TONE DEFEAT button··························(34)
@8 DIMMER button ···································(24)
@9 STATUS button ····································(24)
#0 ROOM EQ button·································(24)
#1 SURROUND BACK button ··················(26)
#2 Cursor (DD, HH, FF, GG) buttons···············(10)
#3 SYSTEM SETUP button ······················(10)
#4 EXT. IN button······································(23)
#5 ANALOG button···································(23)
#6 INPUT MODE button ···························(23)
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!4 !0 oi!1!3
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!2
@1@2@3 @4
!9 @5 @6@7@8@9#0
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#6#5 #4#3 #1
#2
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!5 !8!7
!6
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Getting Started Getting Started
Remote control unitRear panel
qDIGITAL terminals
(Optical/Coaxial) ·······································(8)
wAUDIO terminals ····································(8)
ePRE OUT terminals ······························(22)
rSIGNAL GND terminal·························(17)
tTRIGGER OUT jacks·····························(21)
ySpeaker terminals··································(7)
uAC outlets ·············································(22)
iAC inlet ·················································(22)
oCOMPONENT VIDEO terminals············(8)
!0 VIDEO/S-VIDEO terminals ····················(8)
!1 REMOTE CONTROL jacks····················(21)
!2 RS-232C terminal ·································(21)
!3 EXT. IN terminals ·································(17)
!4 HDMI MONITOR terminals··················(19)
!5 ANTENNA terminals····························(20)
!6 DOCK CONTROL jack ··························(21)
!7 XM terminal··········································(20)
To operate the AVR-987, use the mode selector switches to select “TAPE” “CD-R/MD” or “CD”,
mode.
q!7 ew r t y u!6
io!0!2!3 !1!4!5
Front
Tuner system/System
buttons·······················(35)
Function buttons
····································(23)
System buttons
····································(64)
Master volume control
buttons·······················(23)
CH SELECT/ENTER
button···················(10, 34)
USER MODE buttons
····································(38)
ON SCREEN/DISPLAY
button···················(24, 64)
Indicator
····································(62)
Remote control signal
transmitter···················(3)
Power buttons
····································(10)
MUTING button
····································(24)
V.SELECT/SETUP
button·························(64)
MODE selector
switches ·····················(63)
NIGHT/AUDIO button
····································(38)
Cursor buttons
····································(10)
Room EQ/RETURN
button·························(24)
SPEAKER/MENU button
····································(24)
6
Getting Started
Speaker layout [Basic layout]
Example of basic layout with 8 speakers and a monitor.
Subwoofer Center speaker
Surround speaker
Surround back speaker
Front speaker
Set these at the sides of the monitor or
screen with their front surfaces as flush with
the front of the screen as possible.
•This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-987 according to your
listening room environment and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.
•To set the sound field manually, see pages 56 ~59.
Easy to setup flow
Easy Setup Procedure
Placing the speakers.
Connecting the
speakers.
Connecting a monitor
and a DVD player.
Starting the Auto
Setup.
Playing a DVD with
surround sound.
Auto setup flow
1) Speaker Configuration
2) Distance
3) Channel Level
4) Crossover Frequency
5) Room Equalizer
1) Measuring the background noise (noise in the
room)
2) Determining whether or not speakers are
connected
3) Checking the polarities of the speakers
Connecting a microphone.
Preliminary measurement.
Measurement of the speakers
in the listening position.
Speaker measurement check
and storage in memory.
Rear
Tuner system/System
buttons·······················(35)
ZOOM2 buttons
···································(41)
ZOOM1 (MAIN) buttons
···································(41)
Surround buttons
···································(25)
Cursor buttons
···································(10)
Function/Number
buttons
·····························(23, 64)
TEST TONE/DISPLAY
button·························(56)
SURRONUD
PARAMETER/
AUDIO button ··········(23)
INPUT MODE/RETURN
button ·······················(23)
SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP
buttons······················(10)
ENTER button
·····························(10, 34)
NOTE:
•If buttons on the front or rear are pressed strongly, the button on the opposite side will be
activated too.
><>< ><><
><
><><><><
IN
(L) (R) (L) (R)
(L) (R) (L) (R)
ImpedanceSpeaker
7
Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure
Connecting the speaker cables
2Connections
•With the AVR-987, up to 10 speakers can be connected for surround playback.
•When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
When using only one surround back
speaker, connect it to the left channel.
Connection
terminal for
subwoofer
with built-in
amplifier.
Speaker connections
Connect the speaker terminals with the
speakers making sure that like polarities are
matched (<with <, >with >).
2Speaker impedance
Note on speaker impedance
When using speakers with an impedance
below the designated value (for example 4
Ω/ohms), playing for long periods of time
with the volume high could cause the
temperature to rise, activating the protection
circuit.
When the protection circuit is activated, the
output to the speakers is cut off and the
power indicator blinks. If this happens,
unplug the power cord, wait for the set to
cool off and improve ventilation around the
unit. Also check the wiring of the input
cables and the speaker cables. After doing
this, plug the power cord back in and turn
the unit’s 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:
When making connections, take care that
none of the individual conductors of the
speaker cable come in contact with
adjacent terminals, with other speaker
cable conductors, or with the rear panel
and screws.
NEVER touch the speaker terminals
when the power is on. Doing so could
result in electric shocks.
1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.
Either tightly twist or terminate the
core wires.
2. Insert the cable.
3. Tighten by turning
clockwise.
Front speaker
(B)
Surround speaker
Front speaker
(A)
Subwoofer
Surround back speaker
Center speaker
6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
Center
Surround
Surround back
6 ~ 16 Ω/ohmsFront A, B
8 ~ 16 Ω/ohmsFront A+B
Connecting banana plugs
Turn clockwise to tighten,
then insert the banana plug.
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Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure
•For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources),
choose the component video or HDMI connection to your monitor. S-Video and composite video
outputs are also provided if your monitor does not have component video inputs.
Connecting a DVD player and monitor
•To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVR-987, you only need to choose one
connection type. For more information about the video up conversion function ( page 14, 15).
•To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial
or optical connections. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For
more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 47).
Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows, video signal flow is shown with gray arrows.
•The AVR-987 is equipped with another set of input terminals for a non-DVD video disc player
(such as laser disc, VCD/SVCD, or future high definition disc player). The above connection
guidelines for DVD also apply to the VDP input.
•The AVR-987 is equipped with HDMI terminals, so it can be connected to a DVD player or monitor
using an HDMI cable.
•The component video input and/or output terminals may be labelled differently on some monitors
or video components. Check the owner’s manuals for other components for further information.
•The COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-1 and the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-2 can be used
simultaneously.
•Audio signals are only output from the HDMI monitor out terminal when audio signals are input
to the HDMI input terminal.
•When connecting the AVR-987 and DVD player using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-987
and monitor using an HDMI cable ( page 19).
DVD player
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
HDMI
OUT
R
L
R
L
F
H
G
A
C
D
I
Monitor
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
Y
PB
PR
HDMI
IN
F
H
G
I
Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure
9
Auto Setup/Room Equalizer (Room EQ) Functions
•The AVR-987’s auto setup and room equalizer functions use the
attached microphone to measure the acoustic properties in the
room and automatically make the optimum settings.
•The optimum listening environment at all listening positions in
the home theater is achieved so multiple listeners can enjoy
listening at the same time.
As shown in Example q, as you make the measurements,
move the microphone successively to the different positions in
which the members of the family sit within the listening area
surrounded by the speakers. For best results, make the
measurements at 6 locations.
Even if the home theater is only used by a small number of
people, as in Example w, more effective equalization can be
achieved by taking the measurements in the area around the
listening position.
•When the auto setup procedure is performed, one of the
following 3 correction curves can be selected for the room
equalizer function.
Audyssey:
The frequency response of all the speakers is adjusted to
achieve the optimum environment for the room’s acoustics.
Front:
This adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to the
characteristics of the front speakers.
Flat:
This the frequency response of all speakers flat. This mode is
optimum for playing multi-channel signal music.
2About the main listening position (*M)
The “main listening position” refers to either the center of the
listening position or the position in which the user sits when
using the system alone. The distance to the speakers is
measured from this position.
•To make the sound field settings manually, see pages 56 ~ 59.
*M
Example: q
*M
Example: w
ENTER
D
H
F
G
[OFF] [ON]
<ON/STANDBY>
SYSTEM SETUP
D
H
F
G
<POWER> ENTER <SETUP MIC>
( : Measurement positions)
qConnecting a microphone
Connect the attached setup microphone to
<SETUP MIC>.
Mount the setup microphone on a camera tripod,
etc., and set with the receptor pointing towards
the ceiling.
Microphone
NOTE:
•Once the settings are completed, disconnect the setup
microphone.
Place the setup microphone’s sound receptor at the height
of the ears in the listening position.
Be sure that at the beginning, the measurement is started
with the microphone set up at the main listening position.
It is not possible to measure properly if there are any
obstacles between the speakers and microphone. Check
that there are no obstacles.
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
Sound receptor
1
2
D
H
F
G
SYSTEM
SETUP
ENTER
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Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure
Press <ON/STANDBY>or [ON].
•The power indicator blinks green and the power turns on.
Press <POWER>.
£OFF:
The power turns off and the indicator is off.
¢ON:
The power indicator lights red.
Turn on your subwoofer.
Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover frequency
to the maximum or Low pass filter off if your subwoofer can
adjust the output volume and the crossover frequency.
Some subwoofers have a standby mode. Be sure to turn
this function off before performing the Auto Setup
procedure.
Turn on your monitor.
wBefore performing the Auto Setup
procedure
1
2
3
4
ePerform the Auto Setup procedure
Press DDHHto select “Auto Setup / Room EQ”,
then press ENTER.
Press SYSTEM SETUP.
Press DDHHto select “Auto Setup”, then press
ENTER.
The message “Connect Microphone” is displayed if no
microphone is connected. If so, connect the auto setup
microphone.
1
2
3
•“System Setup Menu” is not displayed when using
headphones.
1
2
3
rAssigning power amplifiers
Press DDHHto select “Power Amp Assign”, then press
FFGGto set.
The surround back output can be assigned to the “Front” or
“ZONE2” output.
Front A, Front B:
Assign to use the “Front A” (or “Front B”) speakers with bi-
amp connections.
Surround Back:
Assign to use as surround back speaker.
When assigned to “Front”, skip the surround back channel
measurement.
During the auto setup procedure, test tones are not output
to “ZONE2”.
ZONE2:
Assign to use as “ZONE2” speakers.
tSwitching the front speaker
Press DDHHto select “Front Sp”, then press FFGGto
select the speaker.
Front A
Front A+B
Front B
(After completion of
measurement for first point)
(After measurement
completed)
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Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure
yPreliminary measurements
This procedure is used to automatically determine the
background noise, whether or not speakers are connected, and
the polarities of the connected speakers.
Press DDHHto select “Start”, then press FF.
•The preliminary measurements start.
1
1
•If the results are not as expected or if an error message is
displayed, select “Retry” and perform the measurements again
(page 12).
•If the results of remeasurement are still not as expected or if an
error message is displayed, turn off the power switch and
check the speaker connections. Then start the measurements
again from the beginning.
Press ENTER again.
Cautions during measurements:
•Loud test tones are output during the measurements. Be
careful for example when small children are nearby.
•Proper measurements may not be possible if there are
obstacles between the speaker and the setup microphone.
•During the measurements, do not stand between or near
the speakers and setup microphone.
•To avoid influencing the measurements, turn off the power
of air-conditioners or any other equipment producing sound
in the room. Perform the measurements with the room as
quiet as possible.
•Measurement is cancelled when VOLUME is operated while
the Auto Setup is performed.
3
uSpeaker measurements
Press DDHHto select “OK Start”, then press FF.
•Measurements for the first point start.
With these measurements, the “Speaker Configuration”,
“Distance”, “Channel Level”, “Crossover Frequency” and
“Room EQ” settings are analyzed automatically. The main
listening position is measured first, so leave the microphone
where it is.
1
Perform step 2 repeatedly.
Measurements can be ended when there are 6 or less
measurement locations; however, to obtain better results,
measurements at 6 locations is recommended.
Press DDHHto select “Calculate”, then press FF.
•The speaker is analyzed.
Once the calculations are completed, a screen for
confirming the results of the measurements appears.
The amount of time required for the analysis depends on the
number of speakers and the number of measuring points.
The greater the number of speakers and measuring points,
the longer the time required.
Move the microphone to the second point and
press FF.
•Measurements for the second point start.
Once the measurements are finished, the results of the
measurements for the second point are displayed.
2
3
4
1
hh
NOTE:
•Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer
volume after making the measurements.
4
hh
Press DDHHto select “Speaker Detect Check”, then
press ENTER.
22
hh
hh(Press ENTER.)
(Screen after initial measurement)
2
hh
Measures
Cause
Example
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Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure
iChecking and storing the measurement
results
Press DDHHto select the item, then press ENTER.
Press ENTER to switch to the second screen.
The measurement results displayed at “uSpeaker measurements”
can be checked and stored in the memory.
1
Store:
All the settings are stored in the memory.
After checking, press ENTER, then press DDHHto
set.
When “Store” is selected:
Press FF.
•After the data is stored, the “Auto Setup / Room EQ”
screen appears automatically.
Cancel:
Cancel the auto setup settings.
•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.
NOTE:
•Do not turn off the power while the data is being stored.
2
3
1
2
qThe speakers required for producing suitable
reproduction have not been detected.
If multiple errors occur, press FFGGto check the
contents.
•Check that the pertinent speakers are properly
connected.
wThe speaker polarity is connected in reverse.
If multiple errors occur, press FFGGto check the
contents.
•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 “Skip
0
”.
eThere is too much ambient noise in the room and the
measurements cannot be made accurately.
rThe sound level that is output from the speakers and/or
subwoofer is too low.
•Either turn off the power of the device that
generated the noise during the measurements
or move the device away.
•Try again at a time when it is quieter.
•Check the placement and orientation of the
loudspeakers.
•Adjust the subwoofer’s output level.
tThe measurement microphone is not connected, or all
of speakers have not been detected.
•Connect the attached setup microphone to
<SETUP MIC>.
•Check the speaker connection.
Error messages
An error message is displayed if the measurements could not be completed automatically due to the speaker layout, the measuring
environment, etc. Please check the following matters, reset the pertinent items, and measure again.
Be sure to turn off the AVR-987’s power before checking the speaker connections.
13
Connecting Other Sources
Cable indications
Signal direction
Audio and Video cable
The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not supplied).
Video cableAudio cable
NOTE:
•Do not plug in the power supply cord until all connections
have been completed.
•When making connections, also refer to the operating
instructions of the other components.
•Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left
with left, right with right).
•Do not bundle power cords together with speaker cables.
Doing so could result in humming or noise.
Analog terminal (Stereo)
A
R
L
R
L
(Orange)
Pin-plug cable
Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer)
B
Pin-plug cable
Digital terminal (Coaxial)
C
Coaxial cable (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug cable)
(Yellow)
Digital terminal (Optical)
D
Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)
Speaker terminal
E
Speaker cable
Video terminal
F
HDMI terminal
I
HDMI cable
Video cable (75 Ω/ohms video pin-plug cable)
S-Video terminal
G
S-Video cable
Audio signal
Video signal
(White)
(Red)
Component video terminal
H
Component video cable
(Y)
(PB/CB)
(PR/CR)
(Green)
(Blue)
(Red)
IN OUT OUT IN
IN OUT OUT IN
Connecting Other Sources
VIDEOS-VIDEOCOMPONENTHDMI
MONITOR OUT
VIDEOS-VIDEOCOMPONENTHDMI
Input signals
Video convert
14
Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources
•Even if the formats of the video signals from the various players
differ, the different formats can be converted and the signals
output to the monitor from a single video output terminal. We
recommend outputting with the format offering the highest
quality video signals possible.
•With analog video signal connections, generally quality is higher
in the order shown below.
The flow of the video signals.
This unit’s input
terminals
This unit’s output
terminals
: only MAIN ZONE 480i/576i
(Component Video
terminals)
(Component Video
terminals)
(S-Video terminal)
(Video terminal)
The video conversion function
(HDMI terminal) (HDMI
terminal)
(S-Video terminal)
(Video terminal)
ON
EE✳3
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
EE
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT
COMPONENT
COMPONENT ✳1
COMPONENT ✳1
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT ✳2
COMPONENT ✳2
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT ✳2
COMPONENT ✳2
EE
EE
EE
EE
CC(1080p)
CC(480i/576i)
EEEE
EECC
CCEE
CCCC
EEEE
CC(480p ~ 720p) EEEE
EEEE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT
COMPONENT
EEEE
VIDEO VIDEO
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
EEEE
COMPONENT EEEE
COMPONENT COMPONENT
EE
EE
CC(1080p)
CC(480p ~ 720p)
CC(480i/576i)
CC(480p ~ 720p)
EECC
EECC
EECC
CC(1080p) CCEE
CCEE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
COMPONENT ✳1
COMPONENT ✳1
COMPONENT ✳1
COMPONENT ✳2
VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
COMPONENT ✳2S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
CC(480i/576i)
CC(1080p)
CC(480p ~ 720p)
EE
CCEE
CCCC
CCCC
CC(480i/576i) CCCC
EEEE
EE
EE
EE
CC
EECC
COMPONENT ✳2
COMPONENT ✳2
COMPONENT ✳2
EE
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT ✳2S-VIDEO
EEEE
HDMI
EE
EE
CC(480i/576i)
EECC
CCEE
CCCC
CC(Other than 480i/576i) EEEE
EEEE
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT
VIDEO VIDEO
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
COMPONENT EEEE
COMPONENT COMPONENT
HDMI ✳1
HDMI ✳2
HDMI ✳2
HDMI
HDMI
CC(480p ~ 720p)
CC(480i/576i)
CC(Other than 480i/576i)
CC(Other than 480i/576i)
EE
EE
CC
EECC
CCEE
CC(480i/576i) CCEE
CCCC
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
COMPONENT ✳1
COMPONENT ✳1
COMPONENT ✳1
COMPONENT ✳2
COMPONENT ✳2
EE✳3
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
COMPONENT ✳2S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
HDMI ✳1
HDMI ✳1
HDMI ✳1
HDMI ✳2
HDMI ✳2
HDMI ✳2
CC(480i/576i)
CCCOMPONENT ✳2S-VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
HDMI ✳2
CC
CC
CC
Relationship between the video input signal and monitor output according to the video
convert settings
CC(1080p)
EE:Not output
✳1:On screen display superimposed on video signal and
output.
✳2:On screen display superimposed on S-Video signal
and output.
✳3:Video signals are output when the “Analog to HDMI
convert” is set to “OFF”.
COMPONENT : On screen display only displayed for SYSTEM SETUP,
SURROUND PARAMETER and ON SCREEN buttons.
HDMI : The on screen display is displayed when the “Analog
to HDMI convert” is set to “ON”.
:Video signals are not output when the “Analog to
HDMI convert” is set to “OFF”.
CC:Signal input
EE:No signal
480p ~ 720p : 480p/576p/1080i/720p
•The MAIN ZONE video conversion function is compatible with the
following format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-N, PAL-M and
PAL-60.
•When SECAM signals of video input are up-converted, the signals are
output in PAL format from the S-Video terminal.
•When the input signal is a component 480p, 576p,1080i or 720p signal,
the signal up-converted to HDMI is output with that resolution.
•When the input signal is a video, S-Video or component 480i or 576i
signals, the signal up-converted to HDMI is output according to the
setting made at “i/p Convert” under “HDMI Out Setup” ( page 51).
•Signals up-converted to HDMI are output to the HDMI monitor with the
resolution at which they are input. Note that resolutions of 1080p are not
handled.
VIDEOS-VIDEOHDMI COMPONENT
MONITOR OUT
VIDEOS-VIDEOCOMPONENTHDMI
Input signals
S-VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
Video convert
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2On screen display for component video outputs
and HDMI output
•When viewing component video signals or HDMI signals via
the AVR-987, the on screen display is displayed on the monitor
when the “System Setup” operations are performed and when
the remote control unit’s ON SCREEN button is operated.
•When only component video signals are input to the AVR-987,
the characters of the on screen display are not displayed over
the picture.
•The AVR-987’s video up-conversion function lets you output
analog video input signals (component – 480i/576i, 480p/576p,
1080i or 720p; S-Video and composite video – 480i/576i) to the
HDMI monitor output terminal.
•On the AVR-987, it is possible to convert 480i/576i component
video, S-Video and composite video input signals to 480p/576p
format and output them from the HDMI monitor output
terminal.
•The resolutions with which the monitor is compatible can be
checked using the STATUS button on the main unit or the ON
SCREEN button on the remote control unit.
•It is not possible to down-convert from HDMI input signals to
the component, S-Video or composite video monitor output
terminals.
•If you do not want to use the function for converting analog
video signals to HDMI signals, select “OFF” for “Analog to
HDMI Convert” at “Setting the HDMI Out Setup”( page
51).
•Video down conversion to the MAIN ZONE’s monitor output is
only possible when the component video input resolution is
480i (interlaced standard definition video – NTSC format, for
North America) or 576i (interlaced standard definition video –
PAL format, for Europe and other countries).
•To set the video conversion function for the MAIN ZONE to
“OFF” ( page 50).
The analog video to HDMI conversion
function
OFF
–
–
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
CC
EEEE
EECC
CCEE
CCCC
CCCC
CCEEEE
EECC
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
EE
COMPONENT ✳1
EEEE
EEVIDEO
S-VIDEO EE
S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳2
–VIDEO
COMPONENT EEEE
EEVIDEO
EE
EE
CC
CC
CC
EE
CCEE
CCCC
CCCC
EEEEEE
EECC
EE
EE
EE
CC
CC
COMPONENT ✳2
COMPONENT ✳2
COMPONENT ✳1
EE
S-VIDEO EE
S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳2
–VIDEO
EEEEEE
EEVIDEO
EE
EE
EE
CCEE
CCCC
CCCC
CCEEEE
CC
CC
CC
CC
EE
EE
EE
S-VIDEO EE
S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳2
–VIDEO
COMPONENT EEEE
–
Used
Not used
–
–
–
Used
Not used
–
–
Used
Not used
–
–
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
CC
CC
EECC
CCEE
CCCC
CCCCCC
CC
CC
CC
CC
COMPONENT ✳1
COMPONENT ✳2
COMPONENT ✳2
EEVIDEO
S-VIDEO EE
S-VIDEO VIDEO ✳2
COMPONENT ✳1–VIDEO
–
–
Used
Not used
CCHDMI
EE:Not output
✳1:On screen display superimposed on video
signal and output.
✳2:On screen display superimposed on S-Video
signal and output.
COMPONENT : On screen display only displayed for SYSTEM
SETUP, SURROUND PARAMETER and ON SCREEN
buttons.
HDMI : The on screen display is displayed when the
“Analog to HDMI convert” is set to “ON”.
CC:Signal input
EE:No signal
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Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources
Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals
[To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals]
•The AVR-987 is equipped with a function for converting analog video signals into HDMI signals.
You can do this by either a component or a video or a S-Video connection.
•Audio signals are not output from the HDMI monitor output terminal, so also make analog or
digital audio connections. To play sound using digital audio connections, assign the digital terminal
(coaxial or optical) at “Setting the Digital In Assignment” ( page 47).
Connecting a TV tuner
•For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your TV tuner. S-Video and
composite video outputs are also provided if your TV tuner does not have component video
inputs.
•To connect the digital audio output from the TV tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or
the optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial or the optical connection, it needs to be
assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 47).
Connecting a DBS tuner
•For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your DBS tuner. S-Video and
composite video outputs are also provided.
•To connect the digital audio output from the DBS tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial
or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For
more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 47).
•When “OFF” is set at “i/p Convert” under “Setting the HDMI Out Setup”, use a monitor
compatible with input resolutions of 480i/576i.
•If your monitor is not equipped with an HDMI terminal, connect the AVR-987 to the monitor using
the component video, S-Video, or composite video terminals.
Monitor
HDMI
IN
DVD player
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
I
R
L
R
L
F
H
G
A
C
D
F
G
A
TV tuner
S VIDEO
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
R
L
R
L
H
F
G
A
DBS / BS Tuner
S VIDEO
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
D
R
L
R
L
H
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Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources
Connecting a video camera or video game
Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals
•These terminals 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, or a multi-
channel Super Audio CD player, or other future multi-channel sound format decoder.
•The video signal connection is the same as that for a DVD player ( page 8).
•For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 23).
•With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, however, the digital
signals may not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog
multi-channel output to the AVR-987’s EXT. IN terminals for playback. Also refer to your DVD
player’s operating instructions.
NOTE:
•If humming or other noise is generated when the ground wire is connected to the SIGNAL
GND terminal, disconnect the ground wire.
Connecting a turntable
Connecting a CD player
To connect the digital audio output from the CD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or
optical connections. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more
information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 47).
•The phono input can accept signals from moving magnet (MM) and high output moving coil (MC)
phono cartridges. If your turntable is equipped with a low output MC cartridge, you will need to
use a separate MC head amplifier or step-up MC transformer.
DVD Audio-Video /
Super Audio CD Player /
External decoder
R
SURROUND
BACK
L
R
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT
L
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
CENTER
SUB-
WOOFER
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
B
A
B
A
R
L
R
L
A
Video camera /
Video game
S VIDEO
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
F
G
A
D
R
L
AUDIO OUT
CD player
COAXIAL
OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
A
C
D
AUDIO OUT
GND
Turntable
(MM cartridge)
R
L
A
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Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources
Connecting a DVD recorder
•For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your DVD recorder. S-Video
and composite video outputs are also provided. If you choose to use the component video
connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Component Input Assignment
(page 50).
•If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital sources, such as a DVD recorder to an analog
recorder such as a cassette deck, you will needs connect the analog inputs and outputs as shown
below, in addition to the digital audio connections.
NOTE:
•Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 3 OUT terminal on
the AVR-987’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 3 IN terminal.
Connecting a VCR
There are 2 sets of video deck (VCR) terminals, so 2 video decks can be connected for
simultaneous recording or video copying.
•When recording to a VCR, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source
equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-987 VCR-1 (to 2) OUTPUT terminal.
Example: VCR-2 IN →S-Video cable : VCR-2 OUT →S-Video cable
VCR-2 IN →Video cable : VCR-2 OUT →Video cable
•When recording to a DVD recorder, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback
source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-987 VCR-1 (to 2) OUTPUT
terminal.
Example: VCR-1 IN →S-Video cable : VCR-1 OUT →S-Video cable
VCR-1 IN →Video cable : VCR-1 OUT →Video cable
Connecting a tape deck
DVD recorder
S VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
IN
R
L
AUDIO IN
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
OPTICAL
IN
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
F
F
G
G
A
R
L
R
L
A
D
D
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
H
Video deck
R
L
AUDIO IN
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
IN
S VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
R
L
R
L
F
G
F
G
A
R
L
R
L
A
R
L
AUDIO IN
R
L
AUDIO OUT
Tape deck
R
L
R
L
A
R
L
R
L
A
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Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources
Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder
If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a CD or MD recorder to an
analog recorder such as a cassette deck, you will need to connect the analog inputs and outputs
as shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.
NOTE:
•Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 4 OUT terminal on
the AVR-987’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 4 IN terminal.
Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals
•A simple 1-cable connection (using a commercially available cable) with a device having an HDMI
(High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminal allows digital transfer of the digital images of DVD-
Video and other sources, and the multi-channel sound of DVD-Audio and DVD-Video.
•To provide audio output from AVR-987’s audio output terminal, select “Amp” at the “HDMI In
Assign”.
To provide audio output from the TV, select “TV” at the “HDMI In Assign” ( page 49, 50).
Input signals
CC
DVD-Video
LINEAR PCM
DTS
Dolby Digital
DVD-Audio
CC
LINEAR PCM
PACKED PCM
(with CPPM /
without CPPM)
CC
CC
CC
CD LINEAR PCM
EE
Super Audio
CD
Multi area
CD area
Stereo area EE
CC
2Copyright Protection System
To play back the digital video and audio of DVD-
Video and DVD-Audio through an HDMI/DVI-D
connection, both the connected player and
monitor are required to support a copyright
protection system called HDCP (High-
bandwidth Digital Content Protection System).
HDCP is copy protection technology that
comprises data encryption and authentication
of the partner equipment.
The AVR-987 supports HDCP. Please see the
user’s manual of your video display for more
information about this.
The AVR-987 is HDMI Ver. 1.1 compatible.
•If your digital monitor or DVD player only supports DVI-D, please obtain and use an HDMI-DVI
conversion cable or adaptor, available from your dealer.
2Connections with an HDMI/DVI-D conversion cable (adapter)
•The HDMI video stream signals (video signals) are theoretically compatible with DVI-D. When
connecting to a monitor, etc., equipped with DVI-D terminals, it is possible to connect using an
HDMI/DVI-D conversion cable, but depending on the combination of devices used the image
might not be output.
•When using an HDMI/DVI-D conversion adapter, the image may not be output properly due to
poor contact with the connected cable, etc..
NOTE:
•The audio signals on the multi/stereo area of Super Audio CDs are not output. If the Super
Audio CD is a hybrid CD, only the audio signals in the CD area are output.
•Use a compatible player to play DVD-Audio discs that are copyright protected by CPPM.
•Among the devices that support HDMI, some devices can control other devices via the HDMI
terminal; however, the AVR-987 cannot be controlled by another device via the HDMI
terminal.
•The audio signals from the HDMI terminal (including the sampling frequency and bit length)
may be limited by the equipment that is connected.
•The video signals are not output properly if a device not compatible with HDCP is used.
•When “OFF” is set at “i/p Convert” under “Setting the HDMI Out Setup”, use a monitor
compatible with input resolutions of 480i/576i.
•The video signals input from the HDMI input terminals are output to the HDMI monitor with
their original resolution, so the image will not be displayed if the resolutions of the input signal
and the monitor being used are not matched. In this case, change the setting of the resolution
on the source device (player) to one which the monitor can handle.
•For stable signal transfer, we recommend using cables that are a maximum of 5 meters in
length.
R
L
AUDIO IN
R
L
AUDIO OUT
CD recorder /
MD recorder
OPTICAL
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R
L
R
L
A
R
L
R
L
A
D
D
DVD player
HDMI
OUT
Monitor
HDMI
IN
I
I
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1
4
23
2AM loop antenna assembly
Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.
Remove the vinyl tie
and take out the
connection line.
Bend in the reverse
direction.
a. With the antenna
on top any stable
surface.
b. With the antenna
attached to a wall.
Mount
Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.
NOTE:
•Do not connect 2 FM antennas
simultaneously.
•Even if an external AM antenna is used, do
not disconnect the AM loop antenna.
•Make sure the AM loop antenna lead
terminals do not touch metal parts of the
panel.
An FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.
Connecting the antenna terminals
Direction of broadcasting station
75 Ω/ohms
Coaxial cable
FM antenna
FM indoor antenna
(Supplied)
AM loop antenna
(Supplied)
AM outdoor antenna
Ground
Connection of AM antennas
1. Push the
lever.
2. Insert the
conductor.
3. Return the
lever.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV
system installer’s attention to Article 820-40
of the NEC which provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to
the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Connecting the XM terminal
•AVR-987 is the XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM Satellite Radio® by connecting to the
XM Connect-and-PlayTM (sold separately) and subscribing the XM service.
•Plug the XM Connect-and-Play antenna into XM connector on the rear panel.
•Position the XM Connect-and-Play antenna near a south-facing window to receive the best signal.
For details, see “XM Satellite Radio” ( page 36, 37).
When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the XM Connect-and-Play
antenna.
NOTE:
•Keep the power supply cord unplugged until the XM Connect-and-Play antenna connection
have been completed.
XM Connect-and
-Play Antenna
XM
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For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE functions ( page 40, 41).
Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals
•If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 out (fixed level) terminals can
be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time ( page 40).
ZONE2 out connections
•For the AUDIO output, use high quality pin-plug cables and wire in such a way that there is no
humming or noise.
•For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’
operating instructions.
Monitor
(ZONE2)
S-VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
AUX OUT
Premain amplifier
(ZONE2)
R
L
IN
G
F
R
L
R
L
A
+
+
Extension terminal
for future use.
Input Output
RC-616
Infrared retransmitter
RC-617
Infrared sensor
Connecting the TRIGGER OUT jacks
Turn the DC 12 V voltage on and off for
the individual functions and surround
modes.
For details, see “Setting the Trigger Out”
(page 55).
Connecting the RS-232C terminal
This is a control expansion terminal for
factory use only. Consult you dealer for
details.
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.
Connecting the iPod®
iPod
L
R
L
R
A
G
AUDIO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
ASD-1R
When using an iPod, you must Connect the DENON original Control Dock for iPod and the DOCK
CONTROL jack on the AVR-987 with a mini-jack and assign the iPod to any AUDIO and/or S-VIDEO
terminal(s).
The diagram below shows an example of connections for when the iPod is assigned to the VDP
terminal.
For instructions on assigning the iPod to a specific terminal, see
“Setting the iPod Assignment” ( page 47).
For instructions on playing the iPod, see “Playing the iPod” (
page 39).
•The optional standard Control Dock for iPod is DENON ASD-1R sold separately.
><>< ><><
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><><><><
IN
(L) (R) (L) (R)
(L) (R) (L) (R)
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•Use these terminals if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to increase the power of
the front, center, surround and surround back sound channels, or for connection to powered
loudspeakers.
•When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel.
Connecting the PRE OUT terminals
Connecting the power supply cord
Connection
terminal for
subwoofer
with built-in
amplifier.
Front speaker
(B)
Surround speaker
Front speaker
(A)
Subwoofer
ZONE2 Front speaker
Center speaker
•When the surround back’s power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 output channel at “Power
Amp Assign” in the “System Setup Menu”, the surround back speaker terminals can be used
as the ZONE2 speaker out terminals ( page 54).
•The connections diagram below is an example for when the surround back speaker is assigned
to the ZONE2 stereo 2 channel.
In this case, surround back speaker out can not be used for MAIN ZONE.
ZONE2 speaker out connections
ZONE2
Power amplifier
R
SURROUND
BACK
L
R
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT
L
CENTER
SUB-
WOOFER
R
L
R
L
B
A
B
A
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
A
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
AC outlet
(wall)
Power supply cord
(Supplied)
NOTE:
•Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete
connections will result in the generation of
noise.
•Only use the AC OUTLETS for audio
equipment. Never use it for hair driers,
monitors or other electrical appliances.
AC OUTLETS
•SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W (1A.))
The power to the outlet is turned on and
off in conjunction with the POWER 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 this outlet
when this unit’s power is at standby. Never
connect equipment whose total power
consumption exceeds 120 W (1A.).
Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
<SOURCE> INPUT MODE VOLUME<EXT. IN>
<ANALOG>
FUNCTION SURROUND
PARAMETER
FUNCTION
VOLUME
Playing the input source
Use FUNCTION to select the input source you
want to play.
To select the input source when ZONE2/REC SELECT,
VIDEO SELECT or TUNING PRESET is selected, press
<SOURCE>then operate <FUNCTION>.
Start playback on the selected component.
For operating instructions, refer to the component’s manual.
1
3
Press INPUT MODE.
AUTO (All auto mode):
The type of input signal is detected and the AVR-987’s
surround mode is switched automatically. Can be selected for
sources for which the “Digital In Assign” (page 47) is
made.
The mode switches automatically to DTS/ Dolby Digital/ PCM.
The input switches to the analog input terminals is no digital
signals are being input.
ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback mode) and
EXT. IN (External decoder input terminal selection mode):
The signals input to the various input terminals are played.
PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode) and
DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode):
Played when the various signals are input. Noise may be
generated when a mode different from the input signal is set.
AUTO
EXT. IN ANALOG
PCM DTS
2
Use VOLUME to adjust the volume.
•The volume level is displayed on the master volume level
display.
The volume can be adjusted between the range of –80 ~ 0
~ 18 dB. Depending on the channel level settings and the
different surround mode settings and when in the down-mix
mode, it may not be possible to adjust the volume to 18 dB.
4
NOTE:
•When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN),
the surround mode cannot be set.
•In play modes other than the external input mode, the
signals connected to these terminals cannot be played.
Cautions when playing DTS sources:
•For DTS sources, be sure to connect the device to the digital
input terminal and set “AUTO” or “DTS” for the input
source. Noise will be generated if you play in the ANALOG
or PCM mode.
•When playing DTS signals in the “AUTO” mode, noise may
be generated when you first start playing and during
searching. If so, play in the “DTS” mode.
•Canceling the EXT. IN mode:
Press INPUT MODE or <ANALOG>to switch to the desired input
mode.
•To use the EXT. IN mode together with a picture, select the input
source to which the video signal is connected first, then set the
input mode.
•The “DIG.” indicator lights when digital signals are being input
properly. If the “DIG.” indicator does not light, check whether
the “Digital In Assign” ( page 47) and connections are
correct.
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
Press <ANALOG>to select “ANALOG”, <EXT. IN>to select
“EXT. IN”.
To lower the subwoofer channel level in the EXT. IN mode,
press SURROUND PARAMETER and select “SW. ATT”.
For some players the playback level of the SW channel may
seen strong. If so, set to “ON”.
SURROUND
PARAMETER
INPUT MODE
FUNCTION
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
Selecting the room equalizer mode
The room equalizer function offers 3 correction curves:
“Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat”. These modes can be selected
after performing the auto setup procedure.
OFF Audyssey Front Flat Manual
Press ROOM EQ.
•The “MultEQ XT” indicator lights green when “Audyssey” is
selected, red when “Front” or “Flat” is selected.
The indicator lights red if the speaker settings are changed
after the auto setup measurements have been made (
page 56 ~ 59).
Audyssey, Front, Flat:
See page 60.
Manual:
Selects the setting value that was set in the Manual Equalizer
Setup ( page 53, 54).
Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)
Press [MUTING].
You can adjust the muting level ( page 55).
•Canceling MUTING mode:
To cancel the muting mode, either press [MUTING] or adjust the
volume.
Connect the headphones to <PHONES>.
•No sound is produced from the speakers automatically.
NOTE:
•To prevent hearing loss, be careful not to raise the volume
level excessively when using headphones.
Listening over headphones
Switching the front speakers
Press [SPEAKER].
FRONT A
FRONT A+B
FRONT B
2On screen display
Checking the currently playing program
source, etc.
Press [ON SCREEN].
•The current program source and various settings are
displayed on the monitor screen.
2Front panel display
Press <STATUS>.
•The current program source and various settings are indicated
on the display.
Switching the brightness of the display
Press <DIMMER>.
The brightness of the display can be adjusted in 3 steps. The
display can also be turned off.
<PHONES> SURROUND
PARAMETER
<STATUS>
<DIMMER> ROOM EQ
DIRECT/STEREO
PURE DIRECT
[ON SCREEN]
[MUTING]
ROOM EQ
[SPEAKER]
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
SURROUND
PARAMETER
PURE DIRECT
DIRECT/
STEREO
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Sources recorded in stereo
Sources recorded in monaural
PURE DIRECT
•Use this mode to play analog input music sources with
extremely high quality.
DIRECT / STEREO
•Effective for achieving pure playback.
•If there is no need for tone control or distribution of
the low frequencies in function of the speaker
configuration, select the DIRECT mode to achieve the
best sound quality.
DENON Original Surround Modes (page 32, 33)
•Select these for 7.1-channel playback with sources
recorded in stereo or monaural.
•The effects are different for each of the surround
modes. Select the one most suited for the source
being used.
DTS NEO:6 (page 28)
•This is a surround mode for playing 6.1- or 7.1-channel
stereo sources developed by Digital Theater Systems.
•One of 2 playing modes, MUSIC (for music sources)
or CINEMA (for movie sources), can be selected
according to your preferences.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx*(page 27)
•Developed by Dolby Laboratories, this surround mode
provides 7.1-channel surround sound with
conventional stereo (2-channel) sources.
•Select CINEMA mode for movie surround
soundtracks, MUSIC for music sources, and GAME
for 2-channel game box audio sources.
Basic Operation Basic Operation
•Surround modes marked with an asterisk (*) cannot be used
when the surround back speaker is set to “NONE”.
•The “+PLIIx Cinema” mode cannot be selected when only one
surround back speaker is being used.
2DIRECT mode
This mode is for playing with high quality sound. The audio
signals are transmitted directly, without passing through the tone
circuits, etc.
Selecting the play mode
(PURE DIRECT / DIRECT / STEREO)
•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.
•If the HDMI input terminal is selected, video outputs are 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.
The AVR-987 is equipped with 3 2-channel playback modes
exclusively for music. Select the mode to suit your tastes.
Press DIRECT/STEREO to select “DIRECT”.
STEREODIRECT
2PURE DIRECT mode
This mode reproduces the sound with extremely high quality.
The audio signals do not pass through the tone circuits, etc., and
the display and surrounding circuits that could affect the audio
signals are turned “OFF”.
Press PURE DIRECT.
2STEREO mode
Use this mode to adjust the tone and achieve the desired sound.
Press DIRECT/STEREO to select “STEREO”.
Using the surround modes
Types of surround modes and their features
The AVR-987 is equipped with many surround modes. We
recommend using the surround modes as described below in
order to achieve the maximum effect for the specific signal
source.
is a 6.1-channel/7.1-channel surround mode.
Sources recorded in Dolby Digital EX
DOLBY DIGITAL EX / +PLIIx*(page 26)
•This mode is optimized for playing sources recorded in
Dolby Digital EX.
Sources recorded in DTS-ES
DTS-ES DSCRT 6.1 / MTRX 6.1, +PLIIx*
(page 26)
•This is the optimum mode for playing sources
recorded in DTS-ES.
Dolby Digital or DTS Surround (5.1 ch sources)
2 ch sources recorded in Dolby Surround
WIDE SCREEN (page 32, 33)
•Effective for 2-channel sources recorded in Dolby
Surround or for 7.1-channel playback with 5.1-channel
sources.
DOLBY DIGITAL / DOLBY DIGITAL+PLIIx*/
DTS SURROUND / DTS 96/24 / DTS+PLIIx*/
DTS+NEO:6 (page 26)
•This mode is optimized for playing 5.1-channel or 7.1-
channel music.
•For Dolby Surround recording sources, Dolby Pro
Logic II playback is conducted.
When press SURROUND PARAMETER:
The subwoofer output can be controlled directly.
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About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
D
H
F
G
STANDARD
ENTER SURROUND
PARAMETER
<STATUS>
<SURROUND BACK>
INPUT MODE
ENTER
D
H
F
G
Selecting the Dolby Digital and DTS
Surround mode (only with digital input)
Play a program source with the ,
mark.
•“ ” or “ ” lights, depending on the source.
Press SURROUND PARAMETER.
The surround back channel can be switched on and off using
<SURROUND BACK>.
Press DDHHto select the item, then press FFGGto
set.
Press STANDARD to select “STANDARD”.
3
6
5
4
Select an input source forwhich digital (COAXIAL,
OPTICAL etc.) is set ( page 47 or 49 ~ 50).
1
Press INPUT MODE to select “AUTO”.
2
CINEMA EQ.:
Use this if movie dialogues sound harsh to lower the treble
sound.
Effective source / mode
Dolby Pro Logic IIx / Dolby Pro Logic / Dolby Digital /
DTS Surround / DTS NEO:6 / WIDE SCREEN
D.COMP.:
The dynamic range is compressed. Select one of 4 modes:
“OFF”, “LOW”, “MID” (middle) or “HI” (high).
Effective source / mode
Dolby Digital /
DTS (For DTS sources, only displayed for compatible
software.)
LFE:
To play the various types of software properly, we
recommend setting to the values shown below.
•To play Dolby Digital software: “0 dB”
•To play DTS movie software: “0 dB”
•To play DTS music software: “–10 dB”
TONE:
Adjust the tone control.
Can be set in surround modes other than direct mode.
Can be set separately for the different surround modes.
(Adjusted together for the Dolby/DTS SURROUND
modes.)
SB CH OUT:
Select the play mode or surround back channel playback
method.
(1) For multi-channel sources
•SB OFF (OFF):
Not played.
•NON MTRX:
Surround channel signal played.
•MTRX ON:
Surround channel signal played with digital matrix processing.
•ES MTRX:
DTS signal played with digital matrix processing.
•ES DSCRT:
Signal included in DTS-ES discrete 6.1-channel sources
played.
•PLIIx CINEMA:
Decoded in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Cinema mode, surround back
signal played.
Set the surround back speaker to “2spkrs” at “Speaker
Configuration” ( page 56, 57)
•PLIIx MUSIC:
Decoded in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode, surround back
signal played.
Set the surround back speaker to “1spkr” or “2spkrs” at
“Speaker Configuration” ( page 56, 57)
(2) For 2-channel sources
•OFF: Not played.
•ON: Surround channel signal played.
Can also be operated using <SURROUND BACK>.
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Example: Dolby Digital Example: DTS
SURROUND
PARAMETER
STANDARD
INPUT MODE
D
H
F
G
ENTER
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
AFDM (Auto Flag Detect Mode):
•ON:
When software including Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES 6.1-
channel identification signals is played, 6.1-channel playback
is performed automatically. The surround mode is set
according to the program source being played. The “SB CH
OUT” parameter on the surround parameters screen cannot
be selected.
•OFF:
Not detected automatically. The surround mode can be
selected freely.
Example: When playing Dolby Digital software (with EX flag)
qWhen “AFDM” is “ON”, the “DOLBY DIGITAL + PLIIx
CINEMA” mode is set automatically.
wTo play in the Dolby Digital EX mode, set “AFDM” to “OFF”
and select “MTRX ON” at “SB CH OUT”.
Some discs recorded in Dolby Digital EX do not include EX
flag. If the playing mode does not switch automatically
when the AFDM turns “ON” during playback, manually set
“SB CH OUT” to “PLIIx Cinema” or “MTRX ON”.
Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.
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•Select “Default Yes” and press FFto reset all the settings.
2Dialog normalization function
This operates automatically when playing Dolby Digital sources.
This is a function for automatically correcting the standard signal
level for different program sources. The correction value can be
checked by pressing <STATUS>.
Offset -4dB
Dial.Norm
The numbers are the correction value when corrected
to the standard level.
Example: qExample: w
Selecting the Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic
II) mode
Press STANDARD to select “DOLBY PLIIx”.
Play a program source.
DTS NEO:6DOLBY PLIIx
Press SURROUND PARAMETER.
It is possible to play analog input signals and digital input signals
(2-channels) in the surround mode.
This mode is optimal for playing program sources recorded in
Dolby Surround.
When “MUSIC” is selected:
Press DDHHto select the item, then press FFGGto
set.
Optional parameters can only be set in the MUSIC mode.
Select “OPTIONS”, then press FF.
Press ENTER to return to the previous screen.
PANORAMA:
This is effective when the surround effect seems weak.
DIMENSION:
This shifts the center of the sound field image to the front or
surround side. This compensates for when the sound field
image seems unbalanced. (0 to 6, default : 3)
CENTER WIDTH:
A natural expansion to the front can be achieved by adjusting
the center signal’s output balance between the center and
front channels. (0 to 7, default : 3)
Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.
Press FFGGto select the play mode.
1
2
3
4
CINEMA:
This mode is suited for playing movie sources recorded in
Dolby Surround and general sources recorded in stereo.
MUSIC:
This mode is suited for playing stereo music signals in the
surround mode. With music signals, the sound field
expansion differs according to the type of music, the
recording conditions (live/studio), etc.. Because of this, the
MUSIC mode offers a number of optional parameters for
further adjusting the sound field.
GAME:
This mode is optimum for games. The GAME mode can only
be used for 2-channel audio sources.
PL:
This mode is compatible with conventional Dolby Pro Logic
sources.
5
6
3
4
(When “OPTIONS” is selected)
5
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(When “MUSIC” is selected)
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FORMAT:
Displays the input signal’s number of channels (front /
surround / LFE on/off).
“SURROUND” is displayed for 2-channel signal sources
recorded in Dolby Surround.
OFFSET:
Displays the dialog normalization offset value.
FLAG:
“MATRIX” is displayed if the input signal has undergone
matrix processing, “DISCRETE” is displayed if the input signal
has undergone discrete processing.
SIGNAL:
Displays the type of input signal.
fs:
Displays the input signal’s sampling frequency.
Checking the input signals
Press [ON SCREEN].
1
Press [ON SCREEN] again.
•OSD-1 : Input signal
OSD-2 : HDMI monitor information
OSD-3 : Input/output settings
OSD-4 : Auto surround mode
OSD-5 ~ 7 : USER MODE 1 ~ 3
OSD-8 ~ 14 : Tuner preset stations
2
Room EQ:
Displays the type of equalizer currently set.
Example: Dolby Digital Example: DTS
1
•“OSD-1” “FLAG” is not displayed if there is no FLAG
identification signal in the input signal.
•OSD-2:
The monitor’s resolution is displayed when an HDMI monitor is
connected to the AVR-987.
•OSD-4:
This is displayed when the auto surround mode is set to “ON”
(page 23) and the input mode is set to “AUTO”.
It is not displayed when the input mode is set to “ANALOG” or
“EXT. IN”.
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
D
H
F
G
STANDARD
ENTER SURROUND
PARAMETER
ENTER
D
H
F
G
[ON SCREEN]
Selecting the DTS NEO:6 mode
It is possible to play analog input signals and digital input signals
(2-channels) in the surround mode.
Press SURROUND PARAMETER.
Play a program source.
Press FFGGto select the play mode.
When “MUSIC” is selected:
Press DDHHto select “CNTR. IMAGE” , then press
FFGGto set.
Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.
CNTR. IMAGE:
The expansion of the center channel can be adjusted. (0.0 to
1.0, default : 0.3)
2
3
4
5
6
Press STANDARD to select “DTS NEO:6”.
DTS NEO:6DOLBY PLIIx
1
CINEMA:
This mode is optimum for playing movies. Decoding is
performed with emphasis on separation performance to
achieve the same atmosphere with 2-channel sources as with
6.1-channel sources.
MUSIC:
This mode is suited mainly for playing music.
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(When “MUSIC” is selected)
SURROUND
PARAMETER
STANDARD
ENTER
D
H
F
G
Surround Mode
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Surround modes and parameters
Signals and adjustability in the different modes
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SURROUND
L/R
Channel output Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses)
SUB-
WOOFER
D. COMP
*1 NIGHT
mode
LFE
*2
AFDM
*1
SB CH
OUT
TONE
CONTROL CINEMA EQ. MODE ROOM
SIZE
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Digital
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PANORAMA
SUBWOOFER
ON/OFF
DIMENSION CENTER
WIDTH
CENTER
IMAGE SW ATT
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PRO LOGIC II/IIx MUSIC MODE
only
NEO:6
MUSIC
MODE only
EXT. IN
only
EFFECT
LEVEL
CC:Adjustable
EE:Not adjustable
NOTE1 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE 0 dB
NOTE2 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE +4 dB
NOTE3 : This parameter is available when the “MODE” is set to “CINEMA”.
NOTE4 : This parameter is available when the “MODE” is set to “CINEMA” or “PL”.
*1: When playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals.
*2: When playing Dolby Digital, DTS, DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD.
CC: Signal
EE:No signal
CC:Adjustable
EE:Not adjustable
CC: Signal
EE:No signal
BB:Turned on or off by speaker
configuration setting
PURE DIRECT, DIRECT
MULTI CH DIRECT
STEREO
EXT. IN
MULTI CH IN
WIDE SCREEN
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II
DTS NEO:6
DOLBY DIGITAL
DTS SURROUND
7CH STEREO
SUPER STADIUM
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
CLASSIC CONCERT
MONO MOVIE
VIDEO GAME
MATRIX
VIRTUAL
Button
30
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2Differences in surround mode names depending on the input signals
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Surround Mode Note DTS ES DSCRT
(With Flag)
Input signals
DTS DOLBY DIGITAL
STANDARD
DTS SURROUND
DTS ES DSCRT6.1
DTS ES MTRX6.1
DTS SURROUND
DTS 96/24
DTS + PLIIx CINEMA
DTS + PLIIx MUSIC
DTS + NEO:6
DTS NEO:6 CINEMA
DTS NEO:6 MUSIC
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL+PL IIx CINEMA
DOLBY DIGITAL+PL IIx MUSIC
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx CINEMA
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx MUSIC
DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx GAME
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II CINEMA
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MUSIC
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II GAME
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
MULTI CH IN
MULTI CH IN
MULTI IN + PLIIx CINEMA
MULTI IN + PLIIx MUSIC
ANALOG LINEAR
PCM DTS ES MTRX
(With Flag)
DTS
(5.1ch)
DTS
96/24
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
(With Flag)
DOLBY DIGITAL
EX
(With no Flag)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(5.1ch)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(3, 4, 5ch)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(2ch)
DVD-AUDIO
DVD-Audio
(multi ch)
DVD-
Audio
(2ch)
176.4/
192kHz
4:Mode selectable in default status
BB:Mode fixed when AFDM is “ON”
CC:Selectable mode
EE:Non-selectable mode
NOTE :
*1: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “None”.
*2: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”.
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
Surround Mode
Button
Note DTS ES DSCRT
(With Flag)
Input signals
DTS DOLBY DIGITAL
ANALOG LINEAR
PCM DTS ES MTRX
(With Flag)
DTS
(5.1ch)
DTS
96/24
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
(With Flag)
DOLBY DIGITAL
EX
(With no Flag)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(5.1ch)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(3, 4, 5ch)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(2ch)
DVD-AUDIO
DVD-Audio
(multi ch)
DVD-
Audio
(2ch)
176.4/
192kHz
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DIRECT
DIRECT
MULTI CH DIRECT
M DIRECT + PLIIx CINEMA
M DIRECT + PLIIx MUSIC
PURE DIRECT
PURE DIRECT
MULTI CH PURE DIRECT
M PURE D + PLIIx CINEMA
M PURE D + PLIIx MUSIC
DSP SIMULATION
7CH STEREO
WIDE SCREEN
SUPER STADIUM
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
CLASSIC CONCERT
MONO MOVIE
VIDEO GAME
MATRIX
VIRTUAL
STEREO
CC
EE
EE
EE
CC
EE
EE
EE
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
CC
4:Mode selectable in default status
CC:Selectable mode
EE:Non-selectable mode
NOTE :
*1: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “None”.
*2: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”.
*3: If the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “None”, then “5CH STEREO” is displayed.
STEREO
7CH STEREO
(NOTE 1)
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
VIRTUAL
MATRIX
VIDEO GAME
MONO MOVIE
(NOTE 2)
CLASSIC CONCERT
JAZZ CLUB
ROCK ARENA
SUPER STADIUM
WIDE SCREEN
Using the DENON original surround modes
The AVR-987 is equipped with a high performance digital signal processor (DSP) that uses digital signal processing to recreate sound
fields artificially. One of 10 surround modes can be selected according to the program source and parameters can be further adjusted
to achieve even more realistic sound fields.
Types of surround modes and their features
This mode recreates the atmosphere of watching a movie in a theater with a large screen. In this mode, all
sources are played in the 7.1-channel mode.
This mode recreates the atmosphere of watching a game of baseball, soccer or other sport in a stadium.
This mode recreates the atmosphere of a live concert in an arena.
This mode recreates the atmosphere of a live concert in a club with low ceilings, hard walls and the artist
just in front of you.
This mode provides a rich sense of presence for video games.
This mode recreates the atmosphere of a concert hall with rich reverberations.
This mode recreates the atmosphere of an expansive sound field for movie sources recorded in monaural.
This mode recreates music sources recorded in stereo with an enhanced sense of expansion.
This mode can be used to enjoy surround sound with only front speakers or when using headphones.
NOTE 1: “5CH STEREO” is displayed when “SB CH OUT” is set to “OFF”.
NOTE 2: When playing sources recorded in monaural, the sound will be one-sided if signals are only input to one channel (left or right),
so input signals to both channels. If you have a source component with only one audio output (monophonic camcorder, etc.)
obtain a “Y” adapter cable to split the mono output to two outputs, and connect to the L and R inputs.
•Depending on the program source being played, the effect may not be very noticeable. In this case, try other surround modes,
without worrying about their names, to create a sound field suited to your tastes.
This mode lets you enjoy stereo sound with 7 speakers. The front L (R) channel signals are played from the
surround and surround back L (R) channels and only the in-phase component of the L and R channels is
played on the center channel.
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
•Select “Default Yes” and press FFto reset all the settings.
Press DDHHto select the item, then press FFGGto
set.
Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.
Selecting the DSP surround simulation
Press SURROUND PARAMETER.
Press [DSP SIMULATION].
7CH STEREO WIDE SCREEN SUPER STADIUM
JAZZ CLUB
ROCK ARENA
MATRIX
VIDEO GAME CLASSIC CONCERTMONO MOVIE
VIRTUAL
The 7CH STEREO mode can be selected directly by
pressing <7CH STEREO>.
1
2
3
4
EFFECT: (WIDE SCREEN mode only)
Effect signals with the multi-surround speaker effects are
played. When set to “OFF”, the SL/ SR channels are played
from the SBL/ SBR channels, respectively.
LEVEL: (WIDE SCREEN mode only)
Adjust the strength of effect signals “1” to “15”.
ROOM SIZE:
Adjust the imaginary size of the recreated sound field space.
(Does not express size of room in which played.)
There are 5 parameters: “small”, “med.s”, “medium”,
“med.l” and “large”.
SB CH OUT
•ON:
Surround back channel played.
•OFF:
Surround back channel not played.
This operation can also be performed using <SURROUND
BACK>.
EFFECT LEVEL:
Adjust the strength of the surround effect.
DELAY TIME: (MATRIX mode only)
Adjust the delay time between “0 ms” and “300 ms”.
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
D
H
F
G<SURROUND BACK>
<7CH STEREO>
DSP
SIMULATION SURROUND
PARAMETER
ENTER
ENTER
D
H
F
G
SURROUND
PARAMETER
DSP SIMULATION
ENTER
D
H
F
G
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
Press ENTER.
Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.
Press GGto select “OFF”.
Press DDHHto select “Bass” or “Treble”, then press
FFGGto set the level.
Can be adjusted within the range of –6 dB to +6 dB.
3
4
5
6
1
2
2When you do not want to adjust the tone
Either press <TONE DEFEAT>or set “Tone Defeat”
to “ON” at step 3 in “Adjusting the tone”.
3
Adjusting the speaker volume
Press CH SEL/ENTER.
Press DDHHor CH SEL/ENTER to select the
speaker.
The settable speaker switches each time this button is
pressed.
Press FF GGto adjust the volume.
Can be adjusted within the range of –12 dB to +12 dB.
1
2
3
“SB” when surround back
speaker set to “1spkr”.
Not displayed when
“None” set.
Setting the tone control
Adjust the bass and treble to suit your tastes.
Press SURROUND PARAMETER.
Press DDHHto select “TONE”, then press FF.
In the direct mode, “TONE” cannot be selected.
2Adjusting the tone
1
2
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
D
H
F
G
<TONE DEFEAT>
SURROUND
PARAMETER
CH SEL/
ENTER
<FUNCTION>
CH SEL/ENTER
[CHANNEL]
D
H
F
G
[SHIFT]
SURROUND
PARAMETER
[TUNER]
ENTER
D
H
F
G
[MEMORY]
[BAND]
[MODE]
[TUNING]
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
Either turn <FUNCTION>or press [TUNER] to
select “TUNER”.
Auto tuning
Manual tuning
•When the manual tuning mode is set, FM stereo broadcasts are
received in monaural and the “STEREO” indicator turns off.
Press [MODE] to set the auto tuning mode.
•The “AUTO” indicator lights.
Press [TUNING].
•Automatic searching begins.
•If tuning does not stop at the desired station, use to the
“Manual tuning” operation.
Listening to the radio
Check that the remote control unit is set to “AMP”.
Either turn <FUNCTION>or press [TUNER] to
select “TUNER”.
Press [MODE] to set the manual tuning mode.
Check that the display’s “AUTO” indicator turns off.
Press [BAND] to select “AM”, “FM” or “XM”.
When listening to the XM Satellite Radio ( page 36, 37).
Press [BAND] to select “AM”, “FM” or “XM”.
When listening to the XM Satellite Radio ( page 36, 37).
Press [TUNING] to tune in the desired station.
The frequency changes continuously when the button is
held in.
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
Use the “Auto tuning” or “Manual tuning”
operation to tune in the station to be preset in the
memory.
Press [MEMORY].
Press [CHANNEL] to select the desired preset
channel (1 to 8).
Preset memory
Press [SHIFT] to select the desired memory block
(A to G).
Press [MEMORY] again.
•Store the station in the preset memory.
1
2
3
4
5
•To preset other channels, repeat steps 2 to 5.
A total of 56 broadcast stations can be preset — 8 stations
(channels 1 to 8) in each of blocks A to G.
•The memory block can also be selected by pressing [SHIFT].
Using the fader function
With this function, the volume of all the front side speakers or all
the rear side speakers can be adjusted (attenuated) at once.
Press CH SEL/ENTER.
Press DDHHor CH SEL/ENTER to select “Fader”.
Press FFto attenuate the volume of all the front
side speakers, GGto attenuate the volume of all the
rear side speakers.
The fader function does not affect the subwoofer.
It is possible to adjust so that the volume of the speaker
whose volume is the lowest is –12 dB.
1
2
3
23
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
Recalling preset stations
2Remote control unit
Press [SHIFT] to select the memory block.
Press [CHANNEL] to select the desired preset
channel.
2Main unit
Press <TUNING PRESET>.
Turn <FUNCTION>and select the desired preset
channel.
1
2
1
2
Press [ON SCREEN] repeatedly until the “Tuner
Preset Stations” screen appears on the OSD.
Checking the preset stations
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
D
H
F
G
<TUNING PRESET>
<STATUS>
<FUNCTION>
[CHANNEL]
D
H
F
G
[ON SCREEN]
[SHIFT]
XM Satellite Radio
2Introducing XM Satellite Radio
There’s a world of audio listening pleasure beyond AM and FM.
XM Satellite Radio. Select from over 150 channels of music,
news, sports, comedy, talk, and entertainment. Coast-to-coast
coverage. Digital quality sound. With all music channels 100%
commercial free.
Questions?: Visit www.xmradio.com.
AVR-987 is the XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM
Satellite Radio® by connecting to the XM Connect-and-PlayTM
(sold separately) and subscribing the XM service.
2How to Subscribe
Listeners can subscribe by visiting XM on the Web at
www.xmradio.com or by calling XM’s Listener Care at (800) 967-
2346.
Customers should have their Radio ID and credit card ready. The
Radio ID can be found by selecting channel 0 on the radio.
2A Warning Against Reverse Engineering
It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse
engineer, or manipulate any technology incorporated in receivers
compatible with the XM Satellite Radio system.
Furthermore, the AMBE® voice compression software included
in this product is protected by intellectual property rights
including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital
Voice Systems, Inc. The user of this or any other software
contained in an XM Radio is explicitly prohibited from attempting
to copy, decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the
object code, or in any other way convert the object code into
human-readable form. The software is licensed solely for use
within this product.
Hardware and required basic monthly subscription sold
separately. Premium Channel available at additional monthly
cost.
Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a one-
time activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer
only.
All fees and programming subject to change. Subscriptions
subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com.
Only available in the 48 contiguous United States. ©2005 XM
Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks
are the property of their respective owners.
[TUNER]
D
H
F
G
[BAND]
[TUNING]
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Basic Operation Basic Operation
Checking the XM signal strength and Radio ID
XM000 RADIO ID
Radio ID
Either turn <FUNCTION>or press [TUNER] to
select “TUNER”.
Press <STATUS>until “SIGNAL” is displayed.
•The display changes as shown below according to the
receiving condition.
Press [BAND] to select “XM”.
1
2
3
Adjust the antenna location until
“SIGNAL:GOOD” is displayed.
4
Press <STATUS>until the XM channel
(ex.XM001) is displayed.
5
Press [TUNING –] to select channel 0 (XM000).
6
Category search
CATEGORY SEARCH
XM040 DeepTrks
CAT: Rock
XM040 DeepTrks
Channel Category
•“LOADING” is displayed while receiving the channel or
information.
•“UPDATING” is displayed while updating encryption code.
•When the selected channel is not available, “XM– – –” is
displayed.
•Information on the artist name, song title, category and signal
level can be checked using <STATUS>.
•The XM Satellite Radio channels can be preset in the same way
as AM/FM band ( page 35).
3
Channel selection
XM040 DeepTrks
Song title/Artist name
Channel name
Channel number
Press [TUNING] to reach the desired channel.
The channel changes continuously when you press and hold
[TUNING].
When the artist name and song title are received, they are
displayed.
3
Either turn <FUNCTION>or press [TUNER] to
select “TUNER”.
Press [BAND] to select “XM”.
1
2
Press FFGGto select the category, and press DDHH
to select the channel within the selected category.
2
Press FFGGin the XM mode.
•The current category name is displayed.
1
ConditionDisplay
NO
GOOD Signal strength is good
MARGINAL Signal strength is marginal
WEAK Signal strength is poor
Loss of the signal
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Advanced Operation
Advanced Operation
The night mode can be set when playing Dolby Digital sources.
The dialogues are easier to hear at night and when listening with
the volume low.
Press NIGHT.
•The “NIGHT” indicator lights.
Night mode
•Canceling night mode:
Press NIGHT again.
•When the night mode is set to “ON”, the “D.COMP” surround
parameter can not be selected.
2Calling the settings out
Press USER MODE at which the settings you want to
call out are stored.
•The selected user mode display lights.
User mode function
The AVR-987 is equipped with a function for storing the selected
input source, the auto surround mode and input mode in the
memory and selecting these settings when you want to use
them.
The following are stored in the memory:
qqCurrently set input source
wwCurrently set surround mode
eeCurrently set input mode
2Storing the settings in the memory
Press and hold USER MODE.
Press and hold in until the selected user mode indicator
lights.
1
2
Press <VIDEO SELECT>, turn <FUNCTION>until the
desired image appears on the display.
Combining the currently playing sound with
the desired image (VIDEO SELECT function)
•To cancel, press <VIDEO SELECT>and turn <FUNCTION>to select
“SOURCE”.
•The video source selected with the video select function is
stored in the memory for the different input sources.
•It is not possible to select HDMI input signals.
•When playing HDMI video input signals, the analog video signal
of another function cannot be selected for the HDMI video
output.
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
<FUNCTION>
NIGHT <STATUS><ON/STANDBY>
USER MODE<VIDEO SELECT>
D
H
F
G
ENTER
ENTER
USER MODE
NIGHT
D
H
F
G
The surround mode last selected and the input mode setting are
stored individually for the different input sources.
The surround parameters, tone control settings and playback
level balance for the different output channels are memorized
for each surround mode.
Personal memory plus function
ENTER
D
H
F
G
[MEMORY]
[MODE]
Advanced Operation Advanced Operation
39
Playing the iPod®
iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
If the screens above are not displayed, the iPod may not be
properly connected. Check the connections and settings.
(iPod screen)
With the iPod, non-copyrighted contents and contents that
may be legally reproduced or played may be reproduced and
played by individuals for their personal use. Violating
copyrights is prohibited by law.
NOTE:
•DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for loss or
damage of data on an iPod occurring when the iPod is used
connected to the AVR-987.
•Some of the functions may not operate, depending on the
type of iPod and the software version.
Listening to music
Press DDHHto select the music file, then press
ENTER or GG.
Press FFto return to the music menu screen.
Press ENTER or GG.
•Playback starts.
Manual search:
Press and hold in DDHHduring playback.
•DD: Fast reverse
•HH: Fast forward
Track search:
Press DDHHduring playback.
•DD: Move to beginning of previous track
•HH: Move to beginning of next track
Repeat play:
Press [MODE].
The mode switches as follows each time [MODE] is pressed.
•RPT One: Single track repeat
•RPT All : All track repeat
Shuffle play:
Press [MEMORY].
The mode switches as follows each time [MEMORY] is
pressed.
•SFL Songs : Single track shuffle
•SFL Albums: Album shuffle
Pause:
Press ENTER during playback.
Press again to resume.
Stop:
Press ENTER for at least 2 seconds during playback.
The mode switches between the Browse mode and the
Remote mode if [MODE] is pressed for at least 2 seconds.
In the Remote mode, only DDHHFFGGand ENTER can be used.
1
2
•When <STATUS>is pressed during playback, the front panel
display switches between the title name, artist name and
album name.
•Depending on the iPod’s software version, it may not be
possible to operate the iPod from the AVR-987. Use the latest
version of the software. Information on the latest version of the
software can be obtained on the Apple Computer website.
•If you do not want the on screen display to be displayed while
playing the iPod, set “Function/Mode Status” at “Setting the
On Screen Display” to “OFF” ( page 52).
•With the AVR-987 it is possible to display folder names and file
names on the screen like titles. The AVR-987 can display up to
64 characters, consisting of numbers, capital letters and small
letters. A “?” mark is displayed in place of non-compatible
characters.
Viewing still pictures and videos
(only for iPods equipped with the slideshow /
video function)
Press [MODE] for at least 2 seconds to switch
from the Browse mode to the Remote mode.
•“Remote iPod” is displayed on the AVR-987’s display.
Watching the iPod’s screen, press DDHHto select
“Photos” or “Video”, then press ENTER or GG.
•The iPod’s photo and video data are displayed on the
monitor.
Use this procedure to view photo and video data stored on the
iPod on a monitor.
Disconnecting the iPod
Press <ON/STANDBY>and set the AVR-987’s power
to the standby mode.
The iPod can be disconnected after switching to a function
other than the one to which the iPod input is assigned.
1
2
Connect the AVR-987 and iPod using the DENON
original Control Dock for iPod ( page 21).
1
Use FUNCTION to select the function assigned in
step 2.
3
Assign the input terminal at “Setting the iPod
Assignment” ( page 47).
2
•The optional standard Control Dock for iPod is DENON ASD-1R
sold separately.
The music recorded on the iPod can be played when using a
DENON original Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R). The iPod can be
controlled using the buttons on the main unit and the remote
control unit.
•To output photo or video data recorded on the iPod to the
monitor, the iPod’s “TV Out” setting (under “Video Settings”)
must be set to “ON”.
For details, refer to the iPod’s operating instructions.
Advanced Operation Advanced Operation
40
•When the outputs of the ZONE2 output terminals are wired and connected to power 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 on the diagram below.)
•Settings can be made at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup Menu” so that the same
source as the ZONE2 output terminals can be played from the speakers connected to the ZONE2
speaker terminals ( page 22).
•When a sold separately room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired
and connected between the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, the remote-controllable devices in the
MAIN ZONE can be controlled from ZONE2 using the remote control unit.
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.
Multi zone music entertainment system
•For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’
operating instructions.
Multi-zone playback using the ZONE2 output terminals
2When using the power amplifier as the MAIN ZONE output
The AVR-987 is equipped with ZONE2 output terminals for which the volume is fixed output level
and composite video output terminals as the ZONE2 output terminals.
[System configuration and connections example]
•Using this AVR-987 external amplifier as the ZONE2.
C
FL
FL
FR
FR
SL
SW
SR
SB
R
SB
L
B
RC-616
RC-617
MAIN ZONE 7.1-channel systems ZONE2
Monitor
DVD player AVR-987
ZONE2 Audio out
(Fixed out)
ZONE2
Video out
Premain Amplifier
Input
Monitor
Multi-zone playback using the SPEAKER terminals
2When using the SURROUND BACK amplifier as the ZONE2 output
When the surround back’s power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 output channel at “Power
Amp Assign” in the “System Setup Menu”, the surround back speaker terminals can be used as
the ZONE2 speaker out terminals ( page 54).
[System configuration and connections example]
•Using this AVR-987 internal amplifier as the ZONE2.
C
FL
FL
FR
FR
SL
SW
SR
RC-617
RC-616
MAIN ZONE 5.1-channel systems ZONE2
Monitor
DVD player AVR-987
Multi-zone speaker out
ZONE2 Video out
Input
Monitor
system remote control
unit RC-1051
Programmable
remote control unit
ZONE2 Audio out (Fixed out)
ZONE2 Audio out (Fixed out)
system remote control
unit RC-1051
Programmable
remote control unit
:Multi source audio signal cable
:Multi source video signal cable
:Room-to room remote control
system (separately sold) control line
:Speaker cable
Refer to “Connections” ( page 21, 22).
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Advanced Operation Advanced Operation
With “ZONE2 SOURCE” displayed, turn
<FUNCTION>to select the source you want to
output appears on the display.
Outputting a program source to amplifier,
etc., in the ZONE2 room
(ZONE2 SELECT mode)
•The signals of the source selected in the ZONE2 mode are also
output from the VCR-1, VCR-2 and CD-R/TAPE recording output
terminals.
•Digital signals are not output from the ZONE2 audio output
terminals.
•About the MULTI ZONE connections ( page 40).
Press <ZONE2/REC SELECT>to display the
“ZONE2 SOURCE” on the display.
•The “ ” indicator lights.
Start playing the source to be output.
For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the
respective components.
RECOUT
ZONE2
Remote control unit operations during multi-
source playback
Set [MODE1] to “AUDIO”.
Press [ZONE2 ON] to turn on the zone power.
Press [ZONE2 OFF] to turn off the zone power.
Select the input source you wish to output.
When the function is set to TUNER, the preset channel can
be selected using [CHANNEL].
The volume of the outputs of the different zones
can be adjusted with [VOLUME].
The ZONE2 volume can be adjusted only when “ZONE2” is
selected at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup
Menu” ( page 54).
Default volume setting:
ZONE2 : –40 dB
The zone volume can be adjusted within the range of –70 to
18 dB.
1
3
4
5
1
2
3
FUNCTION
<ZONE2/REC SELECT>
[VOLUME]
[CHANNEL]
[MODE2]
[MODE1]
FUNCTION
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
•When using ZONE2, it is possible to turn the power for the
MAIN ZONE (main zone) only on or off by pressing [ZONE1
(MAIN) ON/OFF].
[ZONE1 (MAIN)
ON/OFF]
[ZONE2 OFF]
[ZONE2 ON]
FUNCTION
Set [MODE2] to “ZONE2”.
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2Last function memory
The various settings set when the AVR-987’s power is switched
to standby are stored in the memory. When the power is turned
back on, the settings made when the power was switched to
standby are recalled.
About the memory functions
2Backup memory
The various settings are stored in the memory for about 1 week,
even when the power is turned off or the power cord is
unplugged.
Switch off the unit using <POWER>.
Hold the following <PURE DIRECT>and <NIGHT>,
and press <POWER>.
•If step 3 does not work, start over from step 1.
•If the microprocessor has been reset, all the settings are reset
to the default values.
Initialization of the microprocessor
Use the procedure described below to reset the microprocessor
if the display is abnormal or if the buttons on the main unit or the
remote control unit do not operate.
Check that the entire display is blinking with an
interval of about 1 second, and release your
fingers from the 2 buttons.
•The microprocessor will be initialized.
1
2
3
Advanced Operation Advanced Operation
<FUNCTION>
<NIGHT>
<POWER> <ZONE2/REC SELECT>
<PURE DIRECT>
Recording (audio and/or video)
Press <ZONE2/REC SELECT>until “RECOUT”
appears on the display.
Use <FUNCTION>to select the source to be
recorded (audio and/or video).
•The “ ” indicator lights.
Record (the audio or video signals).
For operations, see the operating instructions of the device
from which you are recording (audio or video signals).
•To cancel, press <ZONE2/REC SELECT>and set the function to
“ZONE2”.
1
2
3
NOTE:
•When the REC OUT mode is selected, [ZONE2] and
[FUNCTION] (ZONE2) cannot be operated.
•Digital signals are not output from the analog REC OUT,
OPTICAL 3 OUT and OPTICAL 4 OUT terminals.
RECOUT
ZONE2
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
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Advanced Setup – Part 1
Advanced Setup – Part 1
1. Auto Setup/Room EQ
1Auto Setup
Room EQ
Setup
2
Direct Mode
Setup
4
3
Mic Input
Select
–
All, Room EQ = OFF
OFF
Mic
9 ~ 12
60
60
61
System setup items and default values
2. Speaker Setup
1
3
Speaker
Config.
Channel
Level
Front Sp.
Large
Center Sp. Surround Sp.Subwoofer
Small SmallYes
Surround
L & R
Center
Front
L & R Subwoofer
10 ft (3.0 m)12 ft (3.6 m)12 ft (3.6 m) 12 ft (3.6 m)
Front
L
Front
RCenter Surround R Subwoofer
0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB
Surround Back
Sp.
Small / 2spkrs
4
Distance
Surround L
0 dB
Crossover
Frequency
580 Hz
56, 57
2Subwoofer
Setup LFE 57
57, 58
58, 59
59
Surround
Back
10 ft (3.0 m)
Surround
Back R
0 dB
Surround
Back L
0 dB
This unit performs an analysis of the speaker system and
measures the acoustic characteristics of your room to permit
an appropriate automatic setting.
Set the Room Equalizer setting with “All” or “Assign” for
each surround mode.
Set the ON/OFF setting of Room Equalizer, in the case of the
surround mode is in “Direct” or “Pure Direct”.
Sets whether the setup microphone is connected to the pin
jack (V. AUX L channel) or mIni jack (SETUP MIC).
Automatically set the output component and properties for
the various channels according to the combination of
speakers to be actually used for surround playback.
This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the
audio signals are produced from the speakers and
subwoofer according to the listening position.
Set the volume of the various speakers so that the sound
output from the speakers and the subwoofer seems to have
the same volume level.
Select the method of playback of the subwoofer for playing
the low bass signals.
Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the
various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer.
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4. Video Setup
2Component
In Assign
HDMI In
Assign
DVD VDP TV
1
50
3Video
Convert ON 50
49, 50
DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V.AUX
1-RCA NONE 2-RCA 3-RCA NONE NONE NONE
Audio Delay50 ms 51
On Screen
Display
6
Function/Mode = ON
Master Volume = ON
Mode = Mode 1
52
DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V.AUX
NONE NONE NONE NONE NONE NONE NONE
4HDMI Out
Setup
Convert = ON
i/p Convert = ON
Color Space = Y Cb Cr
RGB Mode = Normal
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3. Audio Input Setup
47
Digital In
Assign
Input
source
Digital
Inputs
CD DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2
COAX 1 COAX 2 OPT 1 OFF OPT 2 OPT 3 OFF
1
CD-R /
TAPE
OPT 4
V.AUX
OPT 5
2
EXT. IN
Subwoofer
Level
SW Level = +15 dB
48
Input
Function Lev.
TUNER PHONO CD CD-R /
TAPE DVD VDP TV
0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB
4VCR-2
0 dB
DBS VCR-1
0 dB 0 dB
V.AUX
0 dB
5Function
Rename 48
6Tuner
Presets
A1 ~ A8
B1 ~ B8
C1 ~ C8
D1 ~ D8
E1 ~ E8
87.5/89.1/98.1/107.9/90.1/90.1/90.1/90.1 MHz
520/600/1000/1400/1500/1710 kHz, 90.1/90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
Auto Preset
Memory
F1 ~ F8
G1 ~ G8
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
Preset Skip
Preset
Name
48
All preset channels = ON 49
–49
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TUNER PHONO CD CD-R /
TAPE DVD VDP TV VCR-2DBS VCR-1 V.AUX
iPod Assign
It is possible to assign the DENON original Dock’s audio
and/or video signals to any input terminals on the AVR-987
and play them.
iPod Function = OFF 473
This assigns the digital input terminals for the
different input sources.
Sets the playback level of the analog signal that was input to
the EXT. IN subwoofer terminal.
Up to 56 FM stations can be preset
automatically.
The playback level is corrected individually for the different
input sources.
The name of the input function that is displayed can be
changed.
Preset channels that are not used often can
be skipped.
The preset channels can be given the names
you want.
The HDMI input terminals are assigned for the different
input sources.
Select the HDMI audio signal playback method.
This assigns the component video input terminals for the
different input sources.
This sets whether or not to use the video conversion
function.
Set whether or not to up-convert from analog video signals
to HDMI. When this function is used, the format of the
signal output from the HDMI terminal can be set.
Adjust the time delay between the video and audio signals.
Set whether or not to display the on screen display for
indications other than the menu screens.
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5. Advanced Playback
1
2
2ch
Direct/Stereo
Auto
Surround
Mode
3
Dolby Digital
Setup
Basic
OFF
Auto Surround Mode = ON
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53
53
4Manual EQ
Setup All Channels and Frequency = 0 dB 53, 54
6. Option Setup
1Power Amp
Assign 54
S. Back
56
2
Trigger Out3
Volume
Control
55
Setup Lock
55
Vol.Limit = OFF
P. On Lev. = LAST
Mute Lev. = FULL
Trigger Out
1
ZONE = MAIN, All Surround Modes = ON
Setup Lock = OFF
Main
4
TUNER PHONO CD CD-R /
TAPE DVD VDP TV VCR-2DBS VCR-1 V.AUX
OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ONON ON ON
Trigger Out
2
ZONE = 2
TUNER PHONO CD CD-R /
TAPE DVD VDP TV VCR-2
DBS VCR-1 V.AUX
ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ONON ON ON
Make the 2-channel direct mode and stereo mode speaker
settings.
Turn the audio compression on or off when down-mixing
Dolby Digital signals.
Set whether or not to store the surround mode last played
for the input signal.
Adjust the tone of the various speakers while listening to the
playback signals.
To suit your preference, a surround back channel’s power
amplifier can be assigned to the front channel (“Front A” or
“Front B”) for bi-amp playback, ZONE2.
This sets the volume level of output.
Use the DC12V output of the AVR-987’s two
trigger out jacks in association with the
various input sources and surround modes.
This sets whether or not to lock the system setup settings
so that they cannot be changed.
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Navigating through the System Setup Menu
Press SYSTEM SETUP.
•The “System Setup Menu” appears.
Press DDHHagain to select the item you want to set,
then press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the item you want to set, then
press ENTER.
Press ENTER and set a new item.
Press SYSTEM SETUP to return to the “System
Setup Menu” or the main menu.
To change the setting:
Press DDHHto select the item you want to change,
then press FFGGto change the setting.
Select “Default Yes”, then press FFto reset to the default
setting.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Audio In Setup
*System Setup
[ On screen display ] [ Display ]
Digital In
*Audio In Setup
CD : COAX1
*Digital In
Exit
*System Setup
2
3
4
6
In addition to the easily understandable on screen display, the
AVR-987 is also equipped with displays for checking the settings.
Use this when making settings and operating.
Below are some examples of typical displays.
About the display
[ Display ]
Auto Set/RoomEQ
*System Setup
Display title
Menu number
Submenu title
Currently selected line
Speaker Setup
*System Setup
Press DDHHto select
the menu.
Press FFto select.
Press FFGGto change the
setting.
Start
*Auto Setup
CD : COAX1
*Digital In
Meters : Feet
*Distance
Current setting
Press FFGGto select one or
the other.
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
SYSTEM SETUP D
H
F
G
ENTER
ENTER
D
H
F
G
ENTER
D
H
F
G
SYSTEM
SETUP
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Press FFGG to set.
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Audio Input Setup
Setting the Digital In Assignment
Press DDHHto select “Audio Input Setup”, then
press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select “Digital In Assign”, then press
ENTER.
Press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the input source, then press FF
GGto set.
•“PHONO” and “TUNER” cannot be selected on the “Digital In
Assign” screen.
•It is not possible to make the “Digital In Assign” settings for
the function assigned at “iPod Assign”.
3
2
1
COAX1, COAX2, OPT1, OPT2, OPT3, OPT4, OPT5:
Assign the different terminals according to the devices
connected to the AVR-987’s input terminals.
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This assigns the digital input terminals for the different input
sources.
Setting the EXT. IN Subwoofer Level
Press DDHHto select “EXT. IN Subwoofer Level”,
then press ENTER.
Press FFGGto set.
Press ENTER.
1
2
3
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Sets the playback level of the analog signal that was input to the
EXT. IN subwoofer terminal.
Setting the iPod Assignment
It is possible to assign the DENON original Dock’s audio and
video signals to any input terminals on the AVR-987 and play
them.
1Press DDHHto select “iPod Assign”, then press
ENTER.
OFF:
This is the factory default setting.
CD, CD-R/TAPE:
When using a DENON original Dock, it is possible to connect
with the audio input terminal of the assigned function.
DVD, VDP, DBS, TV, VCR-1, VCR-2, V.Aux:
When using a DENON original Dock, it is possible to connect
with the audio and video input terminals of the assigned
function.
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2
Press ENTER.
3
The HDMI input terminal is displayed when it is assigned to
the input source at “HDMI In Assign” ( page 49, 50).
(When “VDP” is selected)
hh
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Setting the Input Function Level
Press DDHHto select “Input Function Lev.”, then
press ENTER.
•After completing this setting, check that the playback levels for
the different sources are the same.
1
Press DDHHto select the input source, then press FF
GGto set.
The volume can be adjusted within the range –12 dB to +12
dB.
2
Press ENTER.
3
12
Setting the Function Rename
Press DDHHto select “Function Rename”, then
press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the input function, then press
FFGG to set.
Press FFGGto move the cursor (
22
) to the desired
position, then press DDHHto select the character.
Up to 8 characters can be input.
The characters that can be input are shown below.
AB C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z 0 1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9
! ” # % & ’ ( ) *+ , – . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] (space)
Repeat step 3 to input the input source name.
To set the input function name back to how it was:
qPress FFGGto highlight the input function name, then
press DD HH.
wPress DD HHto select “Default Yes”, then press FF.
Once all the characters have been input, press
ENTER.
1
2
3
4
5
12
The playback level is corrected individually for the different input
sources.
The name of the input function that is displayed can be changed.
Setting the Tuner Presets
2Auto Preset Memory
Up to 56 FM stations can be preset automatically.
Press DDHHto select “Tuner Presets”, then press
ENTER.
Press DDHHto select “Auto Preset Memory”, then
press ENTER.
Press FFto select “Yes”.
•“Search” blinks on the screen and searching begins.
•“Completed” appears once searching is completed.
•If an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor
reception, use the “Manual tuning” operation ( page 35) to
tune in the station, then preset it using the manual “Preset
memory” operation ( page 35).
1
2
3
123
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2Preset Skip
Preset channels that are not used often can be skipped.
Press DDHHto select “Preset Skip”, then press
ENTER.
Press FFGGto select the preset memory block.
Press DDHHto select the preset channel, then press
FFGGto set.
2Preset Name
The preset channels can be given the names you want. (Except
the XM channels.)
Press DDHHto select “Preset Name”, then press
ENTER.
Press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the preset channel, then press
FFGGto set.
Repeat steps 2 and 3.
AB C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y
Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z 0 1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
! ” # % & ’ ( ) *+ , – . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] (space)
Once all the characters have been input, press
ENTER.
1
2
3
ON, OFF:
Select “OFF” to skip the preset channel, “ON” if you do not
want to skip.
When HHis pressed at the very bottom of the screen, then
the next preset memory block appears.
5
4
12
1
2
5
Press FFGGto move the cursor (
22
) to the desired
position, then press DDHHto select the character.
Up to 8 characters can be input.
The characters that can be input are shown below.
3
Repeat step 3 to input the preset channel name.
To set the preset channel name back to how it was:
qPress FFGGto highlight the preset channel, then press DD
HH.
wPress DD HHto select “Default Yes”, then press FF.
4
Press ENTER.
6
Video Setup
Setting the HDMI In Assignment
Press DDHHto select “Video Setup”, then press
ENTER.
Press DDHHto select “Audio”, then press FFGGto
select where to output the audio signals.
Press DDHHto select “HDMI In Assign”, then press
ENTER.
TV:
Output the TV connected to the AVR-987.
AMP:
Output the speakers connected to the AVR-987.
Press ENTER.
1
2
4
Press DDHHto select the input source, then press FF
GGto set.
3
HDMI1, HDMI2:
Assign the HDMI input signal to “HDMI1” (or “HDMI2”).
The HDMI input terminals are assigned for the different input
sources.
Select the HDMI audio signal playback method.
If no audio signal is included in the input signal:
Press DDHHto select the input source, then press FF
GGto set.
5
EXT. IN, ANALOG:
If there is no HDMI audio signal, the signal automatically
switches to the input from the set terminal.
6
3
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•If a monitor is connected with an HDMI cable but the monitor
is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback, only the
video signals are output to the monitor from the AVR-987.
•Audio signals input from the analog and digital terminals are not
output to the TV.
•With HDMI, the video and audio signals are transferred
simultaneously. When HDMI is assigned to an input source, the
digital audio input assignment switches to HDMI along with the
video input.
When this setting is made for input sources to which a digital
audio input (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) is previously assigned, the
digital audio assignment is set to HDMI.
In this case, reassign the digital input using the procedure
described at “Digital In Assign” ( page 47).
•It is not possible to make the “HDMI In Assign” settings for the
function assigned at “iPod Assign”.
Setting the Component In Assignment
This assigns the component video input terminals for the
different input sources.
Press DDHHto select “Component In Assign”, then
press ENTER.
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Compatible with HDMI1 and HDMI2.
1
Press ENTER.
•Signals input to the component video input terminal are output
simultaneously from component video monitor output
terminals 1 and 2.
•It is not possible to make the “Component In Assign” settings
for the function assigned at “iPod Assign”.
3
Press DDHHto select the input source, then press FF
GGto set.
2
1-RCA, 2-RCA, 3-RCA:
Assign the “1-RCA” (or “2-RCA” or “3-RCA”) input terminal
to the input function.
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•If the resolution of the input component video signal is
something other than 480i/576i, down-conversion from the
component video signal to S-Video or video signals is not
possible. If you do not want to use the component video output
terminal, connect the player to the S-Video or video input
terminal ( page 14, 15).
•When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or
some other source is input, the video conversion function
might not operate. If this happens, please set the conversion
mode to “OFF”.
•When the video conversion function has been used,
information such as that of text broadcasts which has been
added to the video signal might not be output. If this happens,
please set the conversion mode to “OFF”.
Setting the Video Convert
Press DDHHto select “Video Convert”, then press
ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the input source, then press FF
GGto set.
ON, OFF:
Select “ON” to use the video conversion function, “OFF” if
you do not want to use it.
Press ENTER.
This sets whether or not to use the video conversion function.
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2
3
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Setting the HDMI Out Setup
Set whether or not to up-convert from analog video signals to
HDMI. When this function is used, the format of the signal
output from the HDMI terminal can be set.
Press DDHHto select “HDMI Out Setup”, then
press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the item, then press FFGGto
set.
1
2
Press ENTER.
Analog to HDMI Convert:
•ON:
Setting for converting analog video signals into HDMI signals.
•OFF:
Setting for not converting analog video signals into HDMI
signals.
i/p Convert:
•ON:
When the video input signal is a video, S-Video or 480i/576i
component video signal, the resolution is converted to
480p/576p and the signal is output from the HDMI monitor
output terminal.
•OFF:
The video input signal is output as such from the HDMI
monitor output terminal without being converted.
Color Space:
•Y Cb Cr:
The Y Cb Cr format video signals is output via the HDMI
output terminal.
•RGB:
The RGB format video signals is output via the HDMI output
terminal.
RGB Mode Setup:
•Normal:
Signals are output via the HDMI output terminal with a digital
RGB video range (data range) of 16 (black) to 235 (white).
•Enhanced:
Signals are output via the HDMI output connector with a
digital RGB video range (data range) of 0 (black) to 255 (white).
•When the HDMI terminals are connected, the black may seem
to stand out, depending on the TV or the monitor. In this case,
set this to “Enhanced”.
•When “Y Cb Cr” is selected under “Color Space”, “RGB Mode
Setup” will have no effect.
•When “OFF” is selected under “i/p Convert”, the signal is
output with the same resolution as input from the video, S-
Video and component video terminals.
The OSD, however, is output with a resolution of 480i, so use
a monitor compatible with this resolution.
•“i/p Convert”, “Color Space” and “RGB Mode Setup” are only
displayed when “Analog to HDMI Convert” is set to “ON”.
•When connecting to an HDCP compatible monitor equipped
with DVI-D terminal using an HDMI/DVI-D converter cable, the
signals are output in RGB format, regardless of the “Color
Space” setting.
•To view the on screen display using an HDMI monitor, set
“Analog to HDMI Convert” at “HDMI Out Setup” to “ON”
(default).
Setting the Audio Delay
Adjust the time delay between the video and audio signals.
Press DDHHto select “Audio Delay”, then press
ENTER.
Press FFGGto set.
Press ENTER.
1
2
3
0 ms ~ 200 ms:
Adjust the time delay.
With a movie source, for example, adjust so that the
movement of the actors’ lips is synchronized with the
sound.
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•By default, this menu is not displayed when no digital signals
are being input.
•To make this setting for the component video signal, select the
delay time and turn the on screen display off, then check that
the timing of the component video and audio match.
•The audio delay setting does not apply when playing in the EXT.
IN mode or in the analog input direct mode or stereo mode
(Front speaker setting “Large”, TONE DEFEAT “ON” and
Room EQ “OFF”).
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Setting the On Screen Display (OSD)
Set whether or not to display the on screen display for indications
other than the menu screens.
Press DDHHto select “On Screen Display”, then
press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the item, then press FFGGto
set.
Function/Mode Status:
•ON, OFF:
Select “ON” to display the on screen display when the input
source is selected, “OFF” if you do not want to display it.
Master Volume Status:
•ON, OFF:
Select “ON” to display the on screen display when the main
volume is adjusted, “OFF” if you do not want to display it.
Display Mode:
•Mode 1:
Flickering is not prevented.
•Mode 2:
Prevents flickering of the on screen display when there is no
video signal.
Use this mode if the on screen display is not displayed in
“Mode1”.
Press ENTER.
1
2
3
12
Advanced Playback
Setting the 2ch Direct/Stereo
Make the 2-channel direct mode and stereo mode speaker
settings.
Press DDHHto select “Advanced Playback”, then
press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select “2ch Direct / Stereo”, then
press ENTER.
•The current settings are displayed.
1
2
3
Press DDHHto select the item, then press FFGGto
set.
Large:
Select this when using large speakers with ample low
frequency reproduction capabilities.
Small:
Select this when using small speakers without ample low
frequency reproduction capabilities.
Yes, No:
Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is connected, “No” when no
subwoofer is connected.
4
LFE:
For any channel(s) that are set to “Large”, low frequencies in
that channel’s corresponding source are directed to that
loudspeaker only. The low frequencies played from the
subwoofer are only the LFE signals and the low frequencies
of channels set to “Small”.
LFE+Main:
Low frequencies from speaker channels that have been set to
“Large” are reproduced from those speakers as well as from
the subwoofer(s).
Press ENTER.
5
Press FFGGto select “Custom”.
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3
4
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Setting the Auto Surround Mode
Set whether or not to store the surround mode last played for the
input signal.
The surround mode used at last for the 4 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.
qAnalog and PCM 2-channel signals (STEREO)
w2-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-
channel format (DOLBY PLIIx Cinema)
eMulti-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-
channel format (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND)
rPCM multi-channel signals other than Dolby Digital and
DTS (MULTI CH IN)
Default settings are indicated in ( ).
During playback in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround
mode does not change even if the input signal is changed.
Press DDHHto select “Auto Surround Mode”, then
press ENTER.
Press FFGGto set.
Press ENTER.
1
2
3
12
Setting the Manual Equalizer Setup
Adjust the tone of the various speakers while listening to the
playback signals.
Press DDHHto select “Manual EQ Setup”, then
press ENTER.
Press FFGGto set, then press ENTER.
All CH:
All channels can be adjusted simultaneously.
L/R CH:
The left and right channels of the pair of speakers can be
adjusted simultaneously.
Each CH:
The channels can be adjusted separately.
Press FFGGto select the speaker.
The display changes as follows.
eSelect “All CH”
In this case, speaker selection is not performed.
qSelect “L/R CH”
wSelect “Each CH”
FL/FR
SBL/SBR
C
SL/SR
FL
SBR
FR C
SBL SR SL
SB
Press DDHHto select the frequency, then press FFGG
to adjust.
The level of the various frequencies can be adjusted
between –20 dB and +6 dB.
1
2
3
4
Press ENTER.
5
(2 speakers)
(1 speaker)
Setting the Dolby Digital Downmix Option
Setup
Turn the audio compression on or off when down-mixing Dolby
Digital signals.
Press DDHHto select “Dolby Digital Setup”, then
press ENTER.
Press FFGGto set.
ON:
The dynamic range is compressed automatically according to
the combination of speakers being used.
Set “Compression” to “ON” if it seems that sound is
distorted because the input level exceeds the allowable input
for the front speakers.
OFF:
The dynamic range is not compressed.
Normally using in this mode.
Press ENTER.
1
2
3
•When a center speaker or surround speakers are not
connected, the sounds in those channels are directed to the
front speakers.
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Advanced Setup – Part 1 Advanced Setup – Part 1
•“Base Curve Copy” is displayed after performing the Auto
Setup.
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34
Press DDHHto select “Base Curve Copy”, then
press FF.
Press FFto select “Yes”, then press ENTER.
•The type of the copied correction curve is displayed in the
upper right of this screen.
2Manually adjusting the room equalizer’s
“Flat” correction curve set with the auto
setup procedure
1
2
12
Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment
To suit your preference, a surround back channel’s power
amplifier can be assigned to the front channel (“Front A” or
“Front B”) for bi-amp playback, ZONE2.
Press DDHHto select “Option Setup”, then press
ENTER.
Option Setup
Press DDHHto select “Power Amp Assign”, then
press ENTER.
Press FFGGto set.
S. Back:
The surround back speakers are used in MAIN ZONE.
Front A, Front B:
This provides a bi-amp mode for the 2 main front speakers,
replicating the front A or front B amplifier channel’s outputs.
ZONE2:
This mode assigns the surround back amplifier channels to
provide ZONE2 speaker-level outputs from the surround back
speaker terminals.
Press ENTER.
Front Bi-Amp connections
Dynamic sound with a range wider than that of full range
systems can be played by connecting bi-amp compatible
speakers to the AVR-987. Be sure to consult the owner’s
manual of your bi-amp-capable speakers for further
information before proceeding.
NOTE:
•When making bi-amp connections, be sure to remove
the short-circuiting bar included with the speaker.
1
2
3
4
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SPEAKER
[L]
AVR-987
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Advanced Setup – Part 1 Advanced Setup – Part 1
Setting the Volume Control
This sets the volume level of output.
Press DDHHto select “Volume Control”, then press
ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the item, then press FFGGto
set.
Vol. Limit:
Set the volume’s upper limit.
•OFF:
If you do not want to set a volume limit, select “OFF”.
In this case, the volume can be set to the AVR-987’s
maximum volume (output) level of +18 dB, which is
extremely loud.
•–20 dB, –10 dB, 0 dB:
The volume cannot be increased above the selected levels.
1
2
Mute Lev.:
Set the level of volume attenuation in the mute mode.
•FULL
The volume is fully muted.
•–20 dB, –40 dB
The volume is lowered 20 dB (or 40 dB) from the current level.
P. On Lev.:
Set the volume level when the power is turned on.
You can adjust the MAIN ZONE volume level within the range
of –80 to +18 dB (and ZONE2 volume level within the range
of –70 to +18 dB).
•LAST
The volume set when the AVR-987 was last used is stored in
the memory and set when the power is turned on.
•– – – (Mute)
The volume is always muted when the power is turned on.
•When the power amplifier is assigned to either of the ZONE2
channels at “Power Amp Assign”, “–VAR–” (only variable) is
displayed and the fixed level cannot be set.
Press ENTER.
3
12
Setting the Trigger Out
Press DDHHto select “Trigger Out”, then press
ENTER.
Press FFGGto select “MAIN” or “ZONE2”.
The power supplied from the trigger out jack turns on and off
when the power for the set zone is turned on and off.
Press DDHHto select the trigger out jacks, then
press ENTER.
Use the DC12V output of the AVR-987’s 2 trigger out jacks in
association with the various input sources and surround modes.
If “ZONE = MAIN” is selected, settings can be made for the
individual surround modes.
Press DDHHto select the input source, then press FF
GGto set.
ON, OFF:
When that input source is selected, the power supplied from
the trigger out jack turns on (or off).
1
2
3
4
Press ENTER.
When “MAIN” was selected at step 3:
Press DDHHto select the surround mode, then
press FFGGto set.
ON:
If “ON” is selected when an input source set to “ON” is
selected, the power supplied from the trigger out jack turns
on.
OFF:
If “OFF” is selected when an input source set to “ON” is
selected, the power supplied from the trigger out jack turns
off.
5
6
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Advanced Setup – Part 1
Setting the Setup Lock
This sets whether or not to lock the system setup settings so
that they cannot be changed.
Press DDHHto select “Setup Lock”, then press
ENTER.
Press FFto select “ON”, then press ENTER.
•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)
•Room EQ settings
•To unlock, press SYSTEM SETUP again and display the “Setup
Lock” screen, then select “OFF” and press ENTER.
1
2
12
Advanced Setup – Part 2
•If the “Auto Setup” procedure has already been performed,
there is no need to make this setting.
•Perform this setting if you wish to make the settings for your
speaker systems manually.
Speaker Setup
Press ENTER.
Setting the Speaker Configuration
Automatically set the output component and properties for the
various channels according to the combination of speakers to be
actually used for surround playback.
Press DDHHto select “Speaker Setup”, then press
ENTER.
Press DDHHto select “Speaker Config.”, then press
ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the speaker, then press FFGG
to set.
Large:
Select this when using large speakers with ample low
frequency reproduction capabilities.
Small:
Select this when using small speakers without ample low
frequency reproduction capabilities.
Yes / No:
Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is connected, “No” when no
subwoofer is connected.
None:
Select this when no speaker is connected.
2spkrs / 1spkr:
Select the number of surround back speakers.
1
2
3
A subwoofer with sufficient low frequency playback
capability can better handle deep bass than most main and
surround speakers, and the system’s overall performance
will be greatly enhanced when “Small” is set for the main
(front) and surround speakers.
When “Front” is set to “Small”, “Subwoofer” is
automatically set to “Yes”, and when “Subwoofer” is set to
“No”, “Front” is automatically set to “Large”.
4
About the button names in this explanation
<>: Buttons on the main unit
[]: Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
ENTER
SYSTEM SETUP D
H
F
G
ENTER
D
H
F
G
ENTER
D
H
F
G
SYSTEM
SETUP
[TEST TONE]
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•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.
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Center Speaker
Front Speaker
Subwoofer
Surround Speaker
Surround back Speaker
hh
Setting the Subwoofer Setup
Select the method of playback of the subwoofer for playing the
low bass signals.
Press DDHHto select “Subwoofer Setup”, then
press ENTER.
Press FFGGto set.
LFE:
For any channel(s) that are set to “Large”, low frequencies in
that channel’s corresponding source are directed to that
loudspeaker only. The low frequencies played from the
subwoofer are only the LFE signals and the low frequencies
of channels set to “Small”.
LFE+Main:
Low frequencies from speaker channels that have been set to
“Large” are reproduced from those speakers as well as from
the subwoofer(s).
•The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when and “Yes” is
set for the subwoofer in the “Setting the Speaker
Configuration”.
•Select the “LFE+Main” mode if you want low frequency
signals to always be played from the subwoofer channel.
•Select the mode achieving a voluminous bass sound when
playing music or movie sources.
Press ENTER.
1
2
3
12
Setting the Distance
This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio
signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer
according to the listening position.
Preparations:
Measure the distances between the listening position and the
speakers (L1 to L8 on the diagram at the below).
Press DDHHto select “Distance”, then press
ENTER.
Press FFGGto select “Meters” or “Feet”.
L1 L2
L3
L4
L5 L6
L7 L8
CFRFL
SW
Listening position
SL SR
SBL SBR
1
2
Advanced Setup – Part 2
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Advanced Setup – Part 2 Advanced Setup – Part 2
Press DDHHto select the speaker, then press FFGG
to set.
3
Press ENTER.
4
12
3
Set the volume of the various speakers so that the sound output
from the speakers and the subwoofer seems to have the same
volume level.
Press DDHHto select “Channel Level”, then press
ENTER.
Press DDHHto select “Test Tone Start”, then press
FFto select “Yes”.
Press FFGGto set.
When “Auto” mode is selected:
Press FFGGto adjust the volume.
•Test tones are output automatically, in the order shown
below.
Auto:
Adjust the level while listening to the test tones produced
automatically from each speaker.
Test tones are automatically emitted from each speaker.
Manual:
Adjust with the speaker from which the test tone is output
switched manually.
FL
SW
CFR SR
SBL
SL
SB
SBR
Setting the Channel Level
The volume can be adjusted within the range –12 dB to +12
dB.
When “Manual” mode is selected:
Press DDHHto select the speaker, then press FFGG
to adjust the volume.
Press ENTER.
1
2
3
4
-1
4
-2
5
(2 speakers)
(1 speaker)
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4
-1 4
-2
•To cancel the setting, press HHand select “Level Clear”, then
press FFand select “Yes”.
•To adjust the channel level separately for the different play
modes after setting the channel level, perform the operation on
page 34.
•Press DDto select “Step”, then press FFGGto change the
amount of variation if so desired.
•The distance changes in units of 1 foot (0.1 meters) or 0.1 foot
(0.01 meters) each time the button is pressed. Select the value
closest to the measured distance.
•Please note that the difference of distance for every
speaker should be 20 ft (6.0 m) or less. If you set an invalid
distance, a CAUTION notice, such as screen right will
appear. In such cases, move the appropriate speaker to the
position of the displayed value.
..... L1
..... L2
..... L3
..... L4
..... L5
..... L6
..... L7
..... L8
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Advanced Setup – Part 2 Advanced Setup – Part 2
2Adjusting the test tone using the remote
control unit
Adjustment of the test tones using the remote control unit is
only possible in the “Auto” mode and only valid in the
STANDARD (Dolby Surround and DTS Surround) mode. The
adjusted levels are automatically stored for the different
surround modes.
Press [TEST TONE].
•Test tones are output from the different speakers.
Press [TEST TONE].
Press FFGGto adjust the volume.
1
2
3
Setting the Crossover Frequency
Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the
various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer.
For speakers that are set to “Small”, frequencies under the
crossover frequency are cut before the signal is output, and the
low frequency component that was cut is output from the
subwoofer or the speakers that are set to “Large”.
Press DDHHto select “Crossover Frequency”, then
press ENTER.
1
Press FFGGto set.
40, 60, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 150, 200, 250 Hz:
Set as desired according to your speakers’ bass playback
ability.
Advanced:
The crossover frequency can be set individually for the
different speakers.
2
Press ENTER.
3
•The crossover frequency mode is valid only when subwoofer is
set to “ON”, and when one or more speakers are set to
“Small”, as described in section “Setting the Speaker
Configuration” ( page 56, 57).
•If “LFE+Main” is set at “Subwoofer Setup”, “SW:LFE+Main”
(page 57) is displayed at the top right of the screen.
•Set to “80 Hz” when using regular speakers. When using small
speakers, we recommend setting to a higher frequency.
12
•If “LFE” is selected at “Setting the Subwoofer Setup” (
page 57), the frequencies can only be selected for speakers set
to “Small” at “Setting the Speaker Configuration” ( page
56, 57).
•If “LFE+Main” is set at “Setting the Subwoofer Setup” (
page 57), the frequencies can be selected regardless of the
speaker size setting.
Press FFGGto select “Advanced” at the
“Crossover Frequency” screen.
Press DDHHto select the speaker, then press FFGG
to set.
1
2
2Setting the crossover frequency individually
for the different channels
Press ENTER.
3
12
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Advanced Setup – Part 2 Advanced Setup – Part 2
Others Setup
Setting the Room Equalizer Setup
Set the Room Equalizer setting with “All” or “Assign” for each
surround mode.
Press FFGGto set, then press ENTER.
All:
Sets the equalizer for all surround modes.
Assign:
Sets the equalizer individually for each surround mode (
page 24).
Setting the Direct Mode Setup
Set the ON/OFF setting of Room Equalizer, in the case of the
surround mode is in “Direct” or “Pure Direct”.
Press DDHHto select “Direct Mode Setup”, then
press ENTER.
Press FFGGto set.
When “All” is selected:
Press FFGGto set.
OFF:
The equalizer is not used.
Audyssey:
Adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to correct the
effects of room acoustics.
Front:
Adjusts the frequency response of the surround speakers to
match the characteristics of the front channel speakers.
Flat:
Adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to the flattest
response. This mode is suitable for multi-channel music
surround sound sources.
Manual:
Selects the setting value that was set in the “Setting the
Manual Equalizer Setup” ( page 53, 54).
•The equalizer setting of “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat” can be
selected after performing the Auto Setup.
•When the speaker set as “None” with the Auto Setup is
changed to on manually, the equalizer of “Audyssey”, “Front”
and “Flat” cannot be used.
•When headphones are connected, the Room Equalizer cannot
be used.
1
2
Press DDHHto select “Room EQ Setup”, then press
ENTER.
1
2
3
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ON, OFF:
Select “ON” to use the room equalizer, “OFF” if you do not
want to use it.
Press ENTER.
3
12
Press ENTER.
4
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Advanced Setup – Part 2 Advanced Setup – Part 2
Check the parameter
1Press DDHHto select “Parameter Check”, then
press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the type of equalizer, then
press ENTER.
Press DDHHto select the item, then press ENTER.
For instructions on checking the results of each item (
page 12).
Press DDHHto select “EQ Parameter Check”, then
press ENTER.
Press FFGGto select the speaker.
The display is only an approximate picture of the response
and that correction is happening at all frequencies.
2
3
4
5
1
•To reset:
Press DDHHto select “Restore” at the “Parameter Check”
screen, then press FF.
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45
Setting the MIC Input Select
Sets whether the setup microphone is connected to the pin jack
(V. AUX L channel) or mini jack (SETUP MIC).
Press DDHHto select “Mic Input Select”, then press
ENTER.
Press FFGGto set.
1
2
Press ENTER.
3
12
Mic:
Select this to use the included microphone.
Normally set to this setting.
V.Aux L:
Select this when using a microphone other than the one
included.
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Operating the remote control unit
Operating the remote control unit
Operating DENON audio components
Set [MODE1] to “AUDIO”.
•It may not be possible to use some of the buttons, depending
on the model and age of your equipment.
1
Set [MODE2] to the position for the component to
be operated (CD, CD-R/MD or TAPE).
2
[MODE1] [MODE2]
Setting the preset memory function
•DENON and other makes of components can be operated by
setting the preset memory.
•This remote control unit can be used to operate components of
other manufacturers without using the learning function by
registering the manufacturer of the component as shown in the
list of preset codes ( End of this manual).
•Operation is not possible for some models.
Operate the audio component.
For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of
infrared controlled components, it may be the case that some
component models cannot be operated with this remote
control.
3
Set [MODE1] to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.
1
Set [MODE2] to the component to be registered.
2
Set to the AUDIO side for the CD, TAPE or CD-R/MD
position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP,
DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.
Press [ZONE2 OFF] and [ZONE1 (MAIN) ON] at
the same time.
•The indicator starts flashing.
3
Referring to the included list of preset codes,
press [NUMBER] to input the preset code (a 3-
digit number) for the manufacturer of the
component whose signals you want to store in the
memory.
4
To store the codes of another component in the
memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.
5
•The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting
the preset memory. To avoid accidental operation, cover the
remote control unit’s transmitting window while setting the
preset memory.
•Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function
cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes
listed in the 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 verify correct operation.
•The preset memory can be set for one component only among
the following: CD-R/MD, DVD/VDP and DBS/CABLE.
[ZONE1 (MAIN) ON]
[NUMBER]
[ZONE2 OFF]
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Operating the remote control unit Operating the remote control unit
Operating a component stored in the preset
memory
Set [MODE2] to the component you want to
operate.
Set [MODE1] to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.
1
2
Set to the AUDIO side for the CD, TAPE or CD-R/MD
position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP,
DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.
Operate the component.
For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
Some models cannot be operated with this remote control
unit.
3
CHANNEL+, –
AUDIO
ENTER
RETURN
MENU
MODE2
ON/SOURCE
D
H
F
G
DISPLAY
MODE1
SETUP
SHIFT
1
,
2
,
3
,
A/B, 0
,
SKIP+
,
6
7
,
8
9
,
VCR CHANNEL + –
OFF
ENTER
AUDIO
SETUP
RETURN
CURSOR
0 ~ 9, +10
TV/VCR
DISPLAY
TUNING+ –, MODE,
BAND, MEMORY,
TV VOL+ –, MENU,
PICTURE, ADJUST,
SUBTITLE
Front
Device operated
VIDEO
MEMORY/
SUBTITLE
SETUP
OFF
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Operating the remote control unit Operating the remote control unit
ENTER
DD HH FF GG
RETURN
DISPLAY
MENU
SETUP
DISC SKIP +
0
3
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A / B
VCR CHANNEL
+– /
89
2
1
CHANNEL +–
SHIFT
ON / SOURCE
MODE1
TV
(Monitor)
Satellite tuner
or Cable TV
Video deckVideo disc playerDVD playerTape deck
CD recorder
or
MD recorder
CD player
2Functions of buttons for the different devices
–– Return –Return
––
Play
Manual search
(forward/reverse)
Auto search (to
beginning of track)
–
–
Pause
Stop
Play
Manual search
(forward/reverse)
Auto search (to
beginning of track)
–
–
Pause
Stop
Play
Manual search
(forward/reverse)
Auto search (to
beginning of track)
Power on/Standby
Setup
Pause
Stop
Play
Manual search
(forward/reverse)
Auto search (to
beginning of track)
Power on/Standby
–
Pause
Stop
–
–
–
Power on/Standby
–
–
–
Play
Fast forward/
Reverse
–
–
–
–
Stop
Play
Manual search
(forward/reverse)
Channel selection
Power on/Standby
–
Pause
Stop
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Enter
Menu
Display selection
Cursor operation
–
–
–
–
–
–
Enter
Menu
Display selection
Cursor operation
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–– – – Channel selection
–Station selection
–– – – –
Reverse play –
–– – – –
A/B switching –
Disc skip (for
CD changer only) –Disc skip (for DVD
changer only) ––––
Return
–
–
–
Power on/Standby
–
–
–
–
Enter
Menu
Display selection
Cursor operation
Channel selection
–
–
–
CD DVD / VDP DBS / CABLECD-R / MD VCRTAPE TVMODE2
–Power OFF ––––––
AUDIO –– Audio function –––––
AUDIO
ENTER
DD HH FF GG
RETURN
DISPLAY
MODE/MENU
TV / VCR
TUNING /
TV VOL +–
BAND/PICTURE
ADJUST
0~ 9, +10
–– Return –Return
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
TV Volume control
Picture ADJUST
Menu
TV Volume control
–
–
DBS/CABLE
Volume control
–
Menu
–
–
–TV Volume control
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Number input/ Track
selection
Enter
Display selection
Cursor operation
Number input/ Track
selection
–
–
–
Channels
Enter
Display selection
Cursor operation
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–– Input mode selection Input mode selection Input mode selectionInput mode selection
Return
TV Volume control
–
Menu
Channels
Enter
Display selection
Cursor operation
Input mode selection
AUDIO –– Audio function ––
–
––
–– Subtitle – –
–
––
–– Setup ––
–
––
Special remarks qq q, wqq, e
qq
q, e
Default setting
(preset code)
DENON
(111)
DENON CD-R
(111)
DENON
(111) ––
DENON
(111)
HITACHI
(108)
HITACHI
(134)
Rear
–
–
Special remarks:
qIt is only possible to set the preset memory for one
device per mode. When a new code is preset, the
previous code is automatically deleted.
wNote that the function names of the DVD buttons
on the remote control unit may differ for some
brands. Check beforehand.
eThe CD, VCR or DVD buttons can be assigned to a
TV or satellite tuner (or cable TV) ( page 65).
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Operating the remote control unit Operating the remote control unit
Setting the punch through function
Set [MODE1] to “VIDEO”.
Set [MODE2] to the component to be registered
(DBS/CABLE or TV).
Press [MEMORY] and [INPUT] at the same time.
•The indicator starts flashing.
Input the number of the component you want to
set.
1
2
3
4
No.
CD 1
TAPE 2
CD-R/MD 3
DVD/VDP 4
VCR 5
No setting 0
“Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate the PLAY,
STOP, MANUAL SEARCH and AUTO SEARCH on CD, TAPE, CD-
R/MD, DVD/VDP or VCR components when in the DBS/CABLE
or TV mode. By default, nothing is set.
[MODE1] [MODE2]
[INPUT]
[NUMBER]
[MEMORY]
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Additional Information
Examples of speaker layouts
Below we introduce examples of speaker layouts. Refer to these
to arrange your speakers according to their type and how you
want to use them.
[1] Using surround back speaker(s)
qWhen mainly playing movies
Recommended when your surround speakers are single or 2-way
speakers.
Subwoofer
Surround back speakers
Front speakers
60°
60°
Monitor
Center speaker
[As seen from above]
Surround
speakers
Surround speaker
Front speaker
2 to 3 feet
[As seen from the side]
Surround back
speaker
Point slightly
downwards
Additional Information
About the speakers
Surround back speakers
Sound position directly to the rear can be achieved easily by
adding a surround back speaker to a 5.1-channel system.
In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and
the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the
surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back
and from the front to the point directly behind the listening
position.
FL C
SW
FR
SR chSL ch
Change of positioning and acoustic image
with 5.1-channel systems
Movement of acoustic
image from SR to SL
FL C
SW
FR
SL ch SR ch
SB ch
Change of positioning and acoustic image
with 6.1-channel systems
Movement of
acoustic image from
SR to SB to SL
In addition to sources recorded in 6.1-channels, the surround
effect of conventional 2- to 5.1-channel sources can also be
enhanced.
2Number of surround back speakers
We recommend using 2 speakers.
When using dipolar speakers in particular, be sure to use 2
speakers.
2Placement of the surround left and right
channels when using surround back speakers
We recommend installing the speakers for the surround “L” and
“R” channels a bit forward.
wWhen playing movies and musics
Surround back
[As seen from above]
Surround
speaker
Front speaker
2 to 3 feet
[ As seen from the side ]
Surround back
speaker
Point slightly
downwards
45° ~ 60°
Surround
speakers
Subwoofer
Front speakers
Monitor
Center speaker
Surround speakers
[ As seen from above ]
[ As seen from the side ]
Front speaker
2 to 3 feet
Surround speaker
60°
[2] When not using surround back speakers
Subwoofer
Monitor
Front speakers
Center speaker
speakers
120°
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Additional Information Additional Information
2Sources recorded in Dolby Surround
Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are indicated with the
following logo marks.
Dolby Surround support mark:
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
The AVR-987 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit
that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to
achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater.
Surround
Dolby Surround
[1] Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format developed
by Dolby Laboratories.
A total of 5.1-channels are played: 3 front channels (“FL”, “FR”
and “C”), 2 surround channels (“SL” and “SR”) and the “LFE”
channel for low frequencies.
Because of this, there is no crosstalk between channels and a
realistic sound field with a “three-dimensional” feeling (sense of
distance, movement and positioning) is achieved.
A real, overpowering sense of presence is achieved when
playing movie sources in AV rooms as well.
[2] Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic II is a matrix decoding technology developed by
Dolby Laboratories. Regular music such as that on CDs is
encoded into 5 channels to achieve an excellent surround effect.
The surround channel signals are converted into stereo and full
band signals (with a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or
greater) to create a “three-dimensional” sound image offering a
rich sense of presence for all stereo sources.
[3] Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Dolby Pro Logic IIx is a further improved version of the Dolby Pro
Logic II matrix decoding technology.
Audio signals recorded in 2 channels are decoded to achieve a
natural sound with up to 7.1-channels.
There are 3 modes: “Music” suited for playing music, “Cinema”
suited for playing movies, and “Game” which is optimum for
playing games.
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THEATER SYSTEMS, INC.
U.S. PAT. NO’S. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;
6,226,616; 6,487,535 AND OTHER U.S. AND WORLD–WIDE
PATENTS ISSUED AND PENDING.
“DTS”, “DTS–ES”, “Neo:6”, AND “DTS 96/24” ARE
TRADEMARKS OF DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ©
1996, 2003 DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ALL RIGHTS
RESERVED.
DTS Digital Surround
DTS Digital Surround is a digital surround format developed by
Digital Theater Systems of the United States.
The number of playback channels and the playing band is the
same as for Dolby Digital (5.1-channels).
The compression rate of the audio data when it was recorded on
the medium is lower than for Dolby Digital, so there is more
information when the data is decoded, resulting in richer, clearer
sound quality.
DTS-ES™
DTS-ES is a new surround format developed by Digital Theater
Systems.
A sound image and sense of positioning can be achieved by
adding a surround back (“SB”) channel to the conventional 5.1-
channels.
DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1:
This is the latest format, in which all 6.1-channels, including the
“SB” channel, are recorded independently. Since the different
channels are independent, the sound can be designed with
total freedom.
DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1:
With this format, the “SB” channel is matrix-encoded and
inserted into the “SL” and “SR” channels, then decoded for
the “SL”, “SR” and “SB” channels upon playback. This
achieves a surround sound more faithful to the artist’s sound
design intentions than with conventional 5.1- or 6.1-channel
systems.
DTS NEO:6 surround
This is a matrix decoding technology for 6.1-channel surround
playback of 2-channel sources.
The optimum decoding for the type of signal source to be played
can be selected. There are 2 modes.
DTS NEO:6 CINEMA:
This mode is suited for playing movies. It achieves the same
type of sound as in a movie theater, even with 2 channels.
DTS NEO:6 MUSIC:
This mode is suited for playing music. A natural sense of
expansion is added to the sound field.
DTS 96/24
DTS 96/24 is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by
Digital Theater Systems.
The sampling frequency is raised to achieve 5.1-channel playback
with high quality sound (sampling frequency: 96 kHz,
quantization: 24 bits).
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Additional Information Additional Information
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI is a digital interface standard for next generation TVs
based on DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standards and optimized
for use in consumer equipment.
Non-compressed digital video and multi-channel audio signals are
transmitted with a single connection.
HDMI is also compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital
Contents Protection), a technology for protecting copyrights that
encrypts digital video signals in the same was as with DVI.
•“HDMI”, “ ” and “High-Definition Multimedia
Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
AL24 Processing Plus
AL24 Processing Plus is an analog waveform reproduction
technology compatible with sampling frequencies of 192 kHz.
This brings the sound closer to that of analog waveforms and
improves the ability to play sound at low volumes with
reverberations that are normally absorbed by the hall.
Audyssey MultEQ XT
Audyssey MultEQ XT is a technology designed to provide the
optimum listening environment for multiple listeners within the
listening area. Test data collected from multiple listening points is
analyzed comprehensively and equalization that improves the
sound quality for the entire listening area is performed.
Audyssey MultEQ XT not only corrects frequency response
problems in large listening areas, it also fully automates the
surround system setup.
For a detailed description, see page 9.
•Audyssey MultEQ XT is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories.
It is licensed under US and National Patent Applications
20030235318 and 10/700,220. Additional U.S. and Foreign
Patents pending. MultEQ and the Audyssey MultEQ logo are
trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories, Inc.. All rights reserved.
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Troubleshooting
If a problem should arise, first check the following.
1. Are the connections correct?
2. Have you operated the receiver according to the Operating Instructions?
3. Are the speakers and other components operating properly?
If this unit is not operating properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem
persist, there may be a malfunction. Disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of
purchase.
Display not lit and
sound not produced
when POWER switch
set to on.
•Power supply cord not plugged in
securely.
•Check the insertion of the power
supply cord plug.
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Display lit but sound
not produced.
•Speaker cables not securely
connected.
•FUNCTION knob position is not
appropriate.
•Volume control set to minimum.
•MUTING is on.
•No digital signal is being input.
•Connect securely.
•Switch to the proper position.
•Turn volume up to suitable level.
•Switch off MUTING.
•Properly select a digital signal
input source.
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Nothing is displayed on
monitor.
•AVR-987’s video output terminals
and monitor’s input terminals are
not properly connected.
•Monitor’s input setting is wrong.
•The PURE DIRECT mode is set.
•Player connected with component
terminal, TV connected with video
terminal (yellow) or S-Video
terminal.
•Check that the connections are
correct.
•Set the monitor’s input selector to
the terminals to which video
signals are connected.
•Set a surround mode other than
the PURE DIRECT mode.
•Down-conversion is not possible
for progressive video signals.
Make the interlace settings on the
player.
8,
13 ~ 22
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—
No DTS sound is
produced.
•DVD player’s audio output setting
is not set to bit stream.
•DVD player is not DTS-compatible.
•AVR-987’s input setting is set to
analog
•Make the DVD player’s default
settings.
•Use a DTS-compatible player.
•Set to “AUTO” or “DTS”.
—
—
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Copying from DVD to
VCR is not possible.
•Copying between a source such as
DVD and a VCR is not usually
possible, as DVDs are often
encoded with copy-protection
signals that prevent VCR recording.
•Copying is not possible. —
No sound is produced
from subwoofer.
•Subwoofer’s power is not on.
•Subwoofer’s initial setting is set to
“NO”.
•Subwoofer’s output is not
connected.
•The subwoofer’s channel volume
level is set to “OFF”.
•Turn on the power.
•Set the setting to “YES”.
•Connect properly.
•Turn the subwoofer’s channel
volume level up.
—
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This unit does not
operate properly when
remote control unit is
used.
•Batteries dead.
•Remote control unit too far from
this unit.
•Obstacle between this unit and
remote control unit.
•Different button is being pressed.
•<and >ends of batteries inserted
in reverse.
•Replace with new batteries.
•Move closer.
•Remove obstacle.
•Press the proper button.
•Insert batteries properly.
3
3
3
—
3
Power has turned off
and the power
indicator is blinking red.
•The set’s internal temperature has
risen and the protection circuit has
been activated.
•The core wires of the speaker
cables are touching each other or
the AVR-987’s rear panel,
activating the protection circuit.
•AVR-987 is malfunctioning.
•Put the AVR-987 in a well-
ventilated place.
•Turn off the power, then wait for
the set to fully cool off before
turning the power back on.
•Check the connections of all the
speaker cables.
•Turn off the power and contact a
DENON customer service center.
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7
7
An image is not
projected with an
HDMI connection.
•AVR-987’s HDMI output terminals
and monitor’s input terminals are
not properly connected.
•No HDMI signal is being input.
•The connected monitor equipment
or other equipments do not
support HDCP.
•The output format of the
connected player (HDMI FORMAT)
does not match the supported
input format of connected monitor
equipments.
•Check the HDMI connection.
•Properly select HDMI signal input
source.
•The AVR-987 will not output video
signal unless the other equipment
supports HDCP.
•Check whether the output format
of the connected player (HDMI
FORMAT) matches the supported
input format of connected monitor
equipments.
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The HDMI audio is not
output.
•The AVR-987 does not play HDMI
audio signals.
•The HDMI audio signals are not
output from the connected
monitor device.
•Set the HDMI audio playback
setting at the “HDMI In Assign”
settings to “AMP”.
•Set the HDMI audio playback
setting at the “HDMI In Assign”
settings to “TV”.
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No test tones are
produced.
•Surround mode is set to a mode
other than Dolby/DTS Surround.
•Set to Dolby/DTS Surround. —
No sound is produced
from surround
speakers.
•Surround mode is set to
“STEREO”.
•Set to a mode other than
“STEREO”.
—
Sound is only produced
from the center
speaker.
•You are playing a monaural source
(TV, AM radio broadcast, etc.) in
the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND
mode.
•When playing monaural sources,
select a surround mode other than
DOLBY/DTS SURROUND mode.
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“DOLBY DIGITAL” is
not displayed.
•DVD player’s digital audio output
setting is not proper.
•Check the DVD player’s audio
output setting.
For details, see the DVD player’s
operating instructions.
—
20“CHECK ANTENNA” is
displayed in the XM
mode.
•AVR-987’s XM connectors and the
XM Connect-and-Play antenna is
not properly connected.
•Check that the connection are
correct.
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Troubleshooting Specifications
Specifications
2Audio section
•Power amplifier
Rated output: Front (A, B):
110 W + 110 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
140 W + 140 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Center:
110 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
140 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Surround:
110 W + 110 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
140 W + 140 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Surround Back:
110 W + 110 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
140 W + 140 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Dynamic power: 120 W x 2 ch (8 Ω/ohms)
170 W x 2 ch (4 Ω/ohms)
Output terminals: Front: A or B 6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
A + B 8 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
Center, Surround, Surr. Back 6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
•Analog
Input sensitivity / input impedance: 200 mV / 47 kΩ/kohms
Frequency response: 10 Hz ~ 100 kHz: +0, –3 dB (DIRECT mode)
S/N: 102 dB (DIRECT mode)
Distortion: 0.005% (20 Hz ~ 20 kHz) (DIRECT mode)
Rated output: 1.2 V
•Digital
D/A output: Rated output — 2 V (at 0 dB playback)
Total harmonic distortion — 0.008 % (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
S/N ratio — 102 dB
Dynamic range — 96 dB
Digital input: Format — Digital audio interface
•Phono equalizer (PHONO input — REC OUT)
Input sensitivity: 2.5 mV
RIAA deviation: ±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
S/N: 74 dB (A weighting, with 5 mV input)
Rated output / Maximum output: 150 mV / 8 V
Distortion factor: 0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)
2Video section
•Standard video terminals
Input / output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +0, –3 dB
•S-Video terminals
Input / output level and impedance: Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
C (color) signal — 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +0, –3 dB
•Color component video terminal
Input / output level and impedance: Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
PB/CBsignal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
PR/CRsignal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 100 MHz — +0, –3 dB
2Tuner section [FM] [AM]
(note: µV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10–15 W)
Receiving Range: 87.5 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz 520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz
Usable Sensitivity: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf) 18 µV
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: MONO 1.6 µV (15.3 dBf)
STEREO 23 µV (38.5 dBf)
S/N (IHF-A): MONO 77 dB
STEREO 72 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (at 1 kHz): MONO 0.15%
STEREO 0.3%
2General
Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 6.0 A
1 W Max (Standby)
Maximum external dimensions: 434 (W) x 171 (H) x 429 (D) mm (17-3/32” x 6-47/64” x 16-57/64”)
Mass: 14.0 kg (30 lbs 13.84 oz)
2Remote control unit (RC-1051)
Batteries: R6P/AA Type (2 batteries)
External dimensions: 52 (W) x 243 (H) x 21 (D) mm (2-3/64” x 9-9/16” x 53/64”)
Mass: 175 g (Approx. 6.1 oz) (included batteries)
* For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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“NO SIGNAL” is
displayed in the XM
mode.
•The signal cannot be received. • Reposition your XM Connect-and-
Play antenna.
“OFF AIR” is displayed
in the XM mode.
•The selected channel is not
currently broadcasting.
•Select the another channel.
Receiving only XM
channels 0 and 1.
•The XM Tuner is not activated. • Contact XM Radio.
2List of preset codes
JC Penny 004, 005, 007, 023, 028, 049, 062, 085,
087, 088
Jensen 013, 026
JVC 004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 043, 044, 045,
046, 085
Kenwood 004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 033, 045, 085,
090
Kodak 088
Lloyd 009, 094
LXI 088
Magnavox 015, 016, 042, 049, 063, 106
Magnin 087
Marantz 004, 005, 006, 015, 042, 049, 085, 090
Marta 088
MEI 049
Memorex 009, 033, 049, 053, 060, 081, 087, 088,
091, 094, 115
Metz 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128
MGA 001, 017, 027, 041, 097
MGN Technology 087
Midland 011
Minolta 013, 023
Mitsubishi 001, 003, 008, 013, 014, 017, 027, 029,
039, 040, 041, 045, 097
Motorola 081
Montgomery Ward
001, 002, 007, 009, 049, 063, 081, 115,
117
MTC 009, 087, 094
Multitech 007, 009, 011, 087, 090, 094
NAD 038
NEC 004, 005, 006, 018, 026, 029, 045, 061,
062, 085
Nikko 088
Noblex 087
Optimus 081, 088
DVD
Denon 014, *[111]
Aiwa 009
Hitachi 010
JVC 006, 011
Konka 012, 013
Magnavox 005
Mitsubishi 004
Panasonic 014
Philips 005, 015, 016, 017
Pioneer 003, 008
Sanyo 018
Sony 002, 019, 020
Toshiba 001, 021, 022
Zenith 023
VDP
Denon 028, 029, 112
Magnavox 026
Mitsubishi 028
Panasonic 029, 030
Philips 026
Pioneer 028, 031
RCA 032
Sony 033, 034, 035, 036
VCR
Admiral 081
Aiko 095
Aiwa 009
Akai 026, 027, 070, 072, 082, 083, 084
Alba 055
Amstrad 009
ASA 042
Asha 087
Audio Dynamic 005, 085
Audiovox 088
Beaumark 087
Broksonic 086, 093
Calix 088
Candle 006, 087, 088, 089, 090
Canon 049, 057
Capehart 025, 055, 056, 071
Carver 015
CCE 095
Citizen 006, 007, 087, 088, 089, 090, 095
Craig 007, 087, 088, 091, 115
Curtis Mathes 006, 049, 073, 080, 087, 090, 092
Cybernex 087
Daewoo 025, 055, 059, 074, 089, 093, 095, 096
Daytron 025, 055
DBX 005, 085
Dumont 053
Dynatech 009
Electrohome 001, 088, 097
Electrophonic 088
Emerson 001, 009, 017, 027, 086, 088, 089, 092,
093, 097, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 117
Fisher 009, 028, 031, 053, 054, 091, 099, 115
GE 007, 011, 049, 050, 051, 052, 073, 080,
087
Go Video 047, 048
Goldstar 000, 006, 012, 062, 088
Gradiente 094
Grundig 042
Harley Davidson 094
Harman Kardon 040, 062
Hi-Q 091
Hitachi 009, 013, 023, 026, 058, *[108], 109,
110, 111
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PRESET CODE
Optonica 021
Panasonic 024, 049, 064, 066, 067, 068, 069, 107
Perdio 009
Pentax 009, 013, 023, 058, 090
Philco 015, 016, 049
Philips 015, 021, 042, 049, 105
Pilot 088
Pioneer 005, 013, 029, 036, 037, 038, 045, 085
Portland 025, 055, 090
Proscan 063, 080
Pulsar 060
Quartz 033
Quasar 034, 035, 049
Radio Shack 001, 002, 021, 081, 087, 088, 091, 094,
097, 098, 115
Radix 088
Randex 088
RCA 007, 013, 019, 023, 058, 063, 064, 065,
073, 080, 082, 087
Realistic 009, 021, 031, 033, 049, 053, 081, 087,
088, 091, 094, 097, 098
Ricoh 055
Salora 033, 041
Samsung 007, 011, 051, 059, 070, 083, 087, 089,
113
Sanky 081
Sansui 005, 026, 029, 045, 061, 085, 114
Sanyo 032, 033, 053, 087, 091, 115, 116
SBR 042
Scott 017, 020, 086, 089, 093, 117
Sears 013, 023, 028, 031, 033, 053, 054, 088,
091, 098, 099, 115
Sentra 055
Sharp 001, 002, 021, 097
Shogun 087
Sony 075, 076, 077, 078, 079, 121, 122
STS 023
Sylvania 009, 015, 016, 017, 041, 049, 094
Symphonic 009, 094
Tandy 009
Tashiko 009, 088
Tatung 004, 026, 030
Teac 004, 009, 026, 094
Technics 024, 049
Teknika 009, 010, 022, 049, 088, 094
TMK 087, 092
Toshiba 013, 017, 020, 041, 059, 089, 098, 099,
117
Totevision 007, 087, 088
Unirech 087
Vecrtor Research 005, 062, 085, 089, 090
Victor 005, 045, 046, 085
Video Concepts 005, 027, 085, 089, 090
Videosonic 007, 087
Wards 013, 021, 023, 087, 088, 089, 091, 094,
097, 118, 119, 120
XR-1000 094
Yamaha 004, 005, 006, 026, 062, 085
Zenith 060, 078, 079
TV
Admiral 045, 121
Adventura 122
Aiko 054
Akai 016, 027, 046
Alleron 062
A-Mark 007
Amtron 061
Anam 006, 007, 036
Anam National 061, 147
AOC 003, 007, 033, 038, 039, 047, 048, 049,
133
Archer 007
Audiovox 007, 061
Bauer 155
Belcor 047
Bell & Howell 045, 118
Bradford 061
Brockwood 003, 047
Candle 003, 030, 031, 032, 038, 047, 049, 050,
122
Capehart 003
Celebrity 046
Circuit City 003
Citizen 029, 030, 031, 032, 034, 038, 047, 049,
050, 054, 061, 095, 122, 123
Concerto 031, 047, 049
Colortyme 003, 047, 049, 135
Contec 013, 051, 052, 061
Cony 051, 052, 061
Craig 004, 061
Crown 029
Curtis Mathes 029, 034, 038, 044, 047, 049, 053, 095,
118
Daewoo 027, 029, 039, 048, 049, 054, 055, 106,
107, 137
Daytron 003, 049
Dimensia 044
Dixi 007, 015, 027
Electroband 046
Electrohome 029, 056, 057, 058, 147
Elta 027
Emerson 029, 051, 059, 060, 061, 062, 118, 123,
124, 139, 148
Envision 038
Etron 027
Fisher 014, 021, 063, 064, 065, 118
Formenti 155
Fortress 012
Fujitsu 004, 062
Funai 004, 062
2
PRESET CODE
Futuretech 004
GE 020, 036, 037, 040, 044, 058, 066, 088,
119, 120, 125, 147
Goldstar 000, 015, 029, 031, 039, 048, 051, 056,
057, 067, 068, 069, 116
Grundy 062
Hitachi 029, 031, 051, 052, 070, 111, 112, 113,
124, *[134]
Hitachi Pay TV 151
Infinity 017, 071
Janeil 122
JBL 017, 071
JC Penny 020, 034, 039, 040, 041, 044, 048, 050,
058, 066, 069, 076, 088, 090, 095, 125,
136, 159
JCB 046
JVC 019, 051, 052, 072, 073, 091, 117, 126
Kawasho 018, 046
Kenwood 038, 056, 057
Kloss 010, 032
Kloss Novabeam 005, 122, 127, 131
KTV 074, 123
Loewe 071
Logik 144
Luxman 031
LXI 008, 014, 017, 024, 040, 044, 063, 071,
075, 076, 077, 118, 125
Magnavox 005, 010, 017, 030, 033, 038, 050, 056,
071, 078, 079, 085, 089, 108, 109, 110,
127, 131, 132, 145
Marantz 015, 017, 071, 080
Matsui 027
Memorex 014, 027, 045, 083, 118, 144
Metz 160, 161, 162, 163
MGA 001, 039, 048, 056, 057, 058, 065, 081,
083
Midland 125
Minutz 066
Mitsubishi 001, 016, 039, 048, 056, 057, 058, 065,
081, 082, 083, 105
Montgomery Ward
011, 020, 144, 145, 146
Motorola 121, 147
MTC 031, 034, 039, 048, 095
NAD 008, 075, 076, 128
National 002, 036, 061, 147
National Quenties
002
NEC 031, 038, 039, 048, 057, 084, 086, 135,
147
Nikko 054
NTC 054
Optimus 128
Optonica 011, 012, 093, 121
Orion 004, 139
Panasonic 002, 009, 017, 036, 037, 071, 141, 143,
147
Philco 005, 010, 030, 050, 051, 056, 079, 085,
127, 131, 132, 145, 147
Philips 005, 015, 017, 050, 051, 056, 078, 087,
088, 089, 131, 132, 147
Pioneer 124, 128, 142
Portland 054
Price Club 095
Proscan 040, 044, 125
Proton 035, 051, 092, 129
Pulsar 042
Quasar 036, 037, 074, 141
Radio Shack 011, 044, 063, 093, 118
RCA 040, 044, 125, 130, 137, 151, 152
Realistic 014, 063, 093, 118
Saisho 027
Samsung 003, 015, 034, 053, 055, 057, 094, 095,
136, 153
Sansui 139
Sanyo 013, 014, 021, 022, 063, 064, 081, 096
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PRESET CODE
SBR 015
Schneider 015
Scott 062
Sears 008, 014, 021, 022, 023, 024, 025, 040,
052, 057, 062, 063, 064, 065, 073, 075,
076, 097, 098, 125, 159
Sharp 011, 012, 013, 026, 093, 099, 100, 104,
121
Siemens 013
Signature 045, 144
Simpson 050
Sony 043, 046, 138, 146, 150
Soundesign 030, 050, 062
Spectricon 007, 033
Squareview 004
Supre-Macy 032, 122
Supreme 046
Sylvania 005, 010, 017, 030, 078, 079, 085, 089,
101, 127, 131, 132, 145, 155
Symphonic 004, 148
Tandy 012, 121
Tatung 036, 124
Technics 037
Teknika 001, 030, 032, 034, 052, 054, 078, 083,
095, 144, 156, 157
Tera 035, 129
Thomson 165, 166
Toshiba 008, 014, 034, 063, 075, 076, 095, 097,
136, 158, 159
Universal 020, 066, 088
Victor 019, 073, 126
Video Concepts 016
Viking 032, 122
Wards 005, 045, 066, 078, 085, 088, 089, 093,
102, 103, 131, 132, 148
Zenith 042, 114, 115, 140, 144, 149
Zonda 007
CABLE
ABC 006, *[007], 008, 009
Archer 010, 011
Century 011
Citizen 011
Colour Voice 012, 013
Comtronic 014
Eastern 015
Garrard 011
Gemini 030, 033, 034
General Instrument
030, 031, 032
Hytex 006
Jasco 011
Jerrold 009, 016, 017, 026, 032
Magnavox 018
Movie Time 019
NSC 019
Oak 000, 006, 020
Panasonic 001, 005
Philips 011, 012, 013, 018, 021
Pioneer 002, 003, 022
RCA 029
Regency 015
Samsung 014, 023
Scientific Atlanta 004, 024, 025
Signal 014
SL Marx 014
Starcom 009
Stargate 014
Teleview 014
Tocom 007, 016
TV86 019
Unika 011
United Artists 006
Universal 010, 011
Viewstar 018, 019
Zenith 027, 028
DBS (SATELLITE)
Alphastar 054
Chaparral 035, 036
Dishnet 053
Drake 037, 038
Echostar Dish 062, 066
GE 048, 055, 056
General Instruments
039, 040, 041
Grundig 070, 071, 072, 073
Hitachi 058, 059
Hughes Network 063, 064, 065, 069
JVC 057
Kathrein 074, 075, 076, 083
Magnavox 060
Nokia 070, 080, 084, 085, 086
Philips 060
Primestar 051
Proscan 048, 055, 056
RCA 048, 055, 056, 068
Realistic 042
Sierra I036
Sierra II 036
Sierra III 036
Sony 049, 067
STS1 043
STS2 044
STS3 045
SRS4 046
Technisat 077, 078, 079, 081, 082
Toshiba 047, 050
Uniden 061
CD
Denon *[111]
Aiwa 001, 035, 043
Burmster 002
Carver 003, 035
Emerson 004, 005, 006, 007
Fisher 003, 008, 009, 010
JVC 018, 019
Kenwood 011, 012, 013, 014, 017
Magnavox 006, 015, 035
Marantz 016, 028, 035
MCS 016, 024
Onkyo 025, 027
Optimus 017, 020, 021, 022, 023
Philips 014, 032, 033, 035
Pioneer 006, 022, 030
Sears 006
Sony 023, 031
Teac 002, 009, 028
Technics 016, 029, 036
Wards 035, 037
Yamaha 038, 039, 040, 041
Zenith 042
CD-R
Denon *[111], 112
Philips 112
MD
Denon 113
Kenwood 003, 004
Onkyo 007
Sharp 005
Sony 006
TAPE
Denon *[111]
Aiwa 001, 002
Carver 002
Harman/Kardon 002, 003
JVC 004, 005
Kenwood 006
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PRESET CODE
DVD preset codes
Magnavox 002
Marantz 002
Onkyo 016, 018
Optimus 007, 008
Panasonic 012
Philips 002
Pioneer 007, 008, 009
Sony 013, 014, 015
Technics 012
Victor 004
Wards 007
Yamaha 010, 011
*[ ] :Preset codes set upon shipment from the factory.
111 014
B
Model No.
DVD-555
DVD-755
DVD-900
DVD-910
DVD-955
DVD-1000
DVD-1200
DVD-1500
DVD-1710
DVD-1910
DVD-2200
DVD-2800
DVD-2800II
DVD-2900
DVD-2910
DVD-3800
DVD-3910
DVD-5900
DVD-5910
DVD-9000
DVM-715
DVM-1800
DVM-1805
DVM-1815
DVM-2815
DVM-4800
DVD-800
DVD-1600
DVD-2000
DVD-2500
DVD-3000
DVD-3300
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PRESET CODE
Denon Brand Company, D&M Holdings Inc.
Printed in Japan 00D 511 4529 003
TOKYO, JAPAN
www.denon.com
