Denon RC-8000 User manual

AM-FM STEREO RECEIVER

DRA

-

395

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODE D’EMPLOI

VOLUME LEVEL

B

DRA-395

PRECISION AUDIO COMPONENT / STEREO RECEIVER

PHONES

ON / STANDBY

SPEAKER

AB

TONE

DEFEAT

TREBLESELECT

UP

TUNING

MODEBAND MEMORY

VIDEO SELECT

DIMMER STATUS

SHIFT

DOWN UP

PRESET

DOWN

MASTER VOLUME

UP

DOWN

PHONO

DVD / VDP

VCR

CD

TUNER

V.AUX

ON / STANDBY

REMOTE

SENSOR

ZONE 2REC OUT ZONE 3 SELECT LOUDNESS

BASSCH VOL

CDR / TAPE

Music Entertainment System

M

ulti Room

ZONE 2 ZONE 3

REC / MULTI

POWEROFF ON

RANDOM

DISC SKIP

REPEAT

RECA / B

MAIN

VOLUME VOLUME

DVD / VDP

VCRV. AUXPHONOTUNER

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-894

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12

234

3

9876

1076

ZONE 2 ZONE 3

CD

TAPE

MULTI ROOM

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“SERIAL NO.

PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO

THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”

2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of this unit.

2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the

features this unit 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.

“NO. DE SERIE

PRIERE DE NOTER LE NUMERO DE SERIE DE L’APPAREIL

INSCRIT A L’ARRIERE DU COFFRET DE FAÇON A POUVOIR LE

CONSULTER EN CAS DE PROBLEME.”

2 Nous vous remercions pour l’achat de cet appareil.

2 Pour être sûr de profiter au maximum de toutes les

caractéristiques qu’offre cet appareil, lire avec soin ces

instructions et bien utiliser l’appareil. Toujours

conserver ce mode d’emploi pour s’y référer

ultérieurement en cas de question ou de problème.

FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 02 ~ PAGE 26 POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 2, 27 ~ PAGE 49

2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not

cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the

Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les

exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

2

NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION

• Avoid high temperatures.

Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when

installed on a rack.

• Eviter des températures élevées

Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur

suffisante lors de l’installation sur une étagère.

• Keep the set free from moisture, water, and

dust.

• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et la

poussière.

• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans

l’appareil.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner

come in contact with the set.

• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du

benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.

• Never disassemble or modify the set in any

way.

• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil

d’une manière ou d’une autre.

• Unplug the power cord when not using the set

for long periods of time.

• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation lorsque

l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues

périodes.

* (For sets with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.

• 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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

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.

ENGLISH FRANCAIS

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF

PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTERODUIRE LA

LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE

CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’ AU

FOND.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the appliance is

operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions

should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions

should be followed.

5. Water and Moisture – The appliance should not be used

near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,

kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a

swimming pool, and the like.

6. Carts and Stands – The appliance should be used only with

a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

6A. An appliance and cart

combination should be

moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive

force, and uneven

surfaces may cause

the appliance and cart

combination to overturn.

7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be

mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the

manufacturer.

8. Ventilation – The appliance should be situated so that its

location or position does not interfere with its proper

ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be

situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may

block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in

installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may

impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

9. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. Power Sources – The appliance should be connected to a

power supply only of the type described in the operating

instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken so

that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is

not defeated.

12. 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

appliance.

14. Cleaning – The appliance should be cleaned only as

recommended by the manufacturer.

15. Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located away

from power lines.

16. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna is

connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna 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.

17. Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the appliance should

be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long

period of time.

18. Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that

objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the

enclosure through openings.

19. Damage Requiring Service – The appliance should be

serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;

or

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the

appliance; or

C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or

D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or

E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure

damaged.

20. Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the

appliance beyond that described in the operating

instructions. All other servicing should be referred to

qualified service personnel.

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 ACCESSORIES

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

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B

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Before Using ................................................................................4

x

Cautions on Installation ................................................................5

c

Cautions on Handling ...................................................................5

v

Features .......................................................................................5

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Connections ...........................................................................6~10

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Part Names and Functions .........................................................10

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Remote Control Unit ............................................................11, 12

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Operations ...........................................................................13~20

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Listening to the Radio ..........................................................21~23

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Initialization of the Microprocessor ............................................24

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Last function memory ................................................................24

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Troubleshooting..........................................................................25

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Specifications .............................................................................26

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DENON AM-FM Stereo receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide 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.

1

BEFORE USING

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

• Moving the set

To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection

cords, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the

connection cords between all other audio components when

moving the set.

• Before turning the power operation switch on

Check once again that all connections are proper and that there are

not problems with the connection cords. Always set the power

operation switch to the standby position before connecting and

disconnecting connection cords.

• Store this instructions in a safe place.

After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty in a

safe place.

• Note that the illustrations in this instructions may differ from

the actual set for explanation purposes.

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Operating instructions

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w

Warranty

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Service station list

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Remote control unit (RC-894)

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Batteries (R03/AAA).................................................................2

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AM loop antenna......................................................................1

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FM indoor antenna...................................................................1

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FM antenna adapter.................................................................1

(RC-894)

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CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

3

CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or

any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a

tuner or TV.

If this happens, take the following steps:

• Install this unit as far as possible from the tuner or TV.

• Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this unit’s

power cord and input/output connection cords.

• Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using indoor

antennas or 300 Ω/ohms feeder wires. We recommend using

outdoor antennas and 75 Ω/ohms coaxial cables.

For heat dispersal, leave at least 0.3 ft (10 cm) of space between

the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other compo-

nents.

• Switching the input function when input jacks are not

connected

A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switched

when nothing is connected to the input jacks. If this happens,

either turn down the VOLUME control or connect components to

the input jacks.

• Muting of PRE OUT jacks

The PRE OUT jacks include a muting circuit. Because of this, the

output signals are greatly reduced for several seconds after the

power operation switch is turned on.

If the volume is turned up during this time, the output will be very

high after the muting circuit stops functioning. Always wait until

the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume.

• Whenever the power operation switch is in the STANDBY

state, the apparatus is still connected on some AC line

voltages.

Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for,

say, a vacation.

B

0.3 ft (10 cm) or more

Wall

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FEATURES

1. Multi Room Music Entertainment System

Multi Source Function:

This unit’s Multi Source function lets you select different audio

or video sources for viewing or listening Different sources can

thus be enjoyed in the main room and the subroom

simultaneously. Playback of single audio/video source that

differs from the Main Room is permitted in the two rooms, sub

room (ZONE 2) and sub room (ZONE 3). The signals output to

ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 can each be switched on and off

independently. Independent volume control is also permitted.

This novel feature gives you considerable flexibility when

setting up and enjoying your system with this unit. The output

level, adjustable by the remote commander, is as much as 1V,

enough to operate the optional power amplifier placed in a

subroom.

2. Powerful, Versatile Amplifier

High-Quality Power Amplifier:

High-speed, high-power transistors employed in a rational

circuit configuration reflect DENON’S advanced amplifier

technology and ensure a very hefty, clean power output.

3. Signal Level Divided Construction (SLDC)

The circuits handling low-level and high-level signals have been

divided into separate blocks to ensure that influences from these

signals on each other are held to an absolute minimum. This

chassis design in this unit is called the Signal Level Divided

Construction (SLDC). Signals for output are cleaner than before,

allowing them to be reproduced with even greater fidelity and

clarity.

4. Remote Control Functions

The Remote Control (RC-894) commands not only the receiver

but can also operate the main functions of a DENON CD player

and a cassette deck.

External remote control equipment, such as DENON's RC-616

and RC-617, can be connected to this unit. By connecting such

equipment and using the RC-894 remote control from a sub

room (ZONE 2 or 3) allows the sub room output to be switched

on and off, the selection of sub room source, volume

adjustment, and the recalling of preset radio stations from the

sub room.

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MULTI

ROOM

DVD/

VDP

DVD/ VDP

SIGNAL

GND

ZONE

2

ZONE

3

CDR/

TAPE

CDR/

TAPE

VCR

V. AUX V. AUX

ZONE 3

ZONE 2

VCR

MONITOR

IN

OUT

OUTIN

OUT

PRE OUT

OUT

ANTENNA

TERMINALS

CD

R

L

R

L

MULTI ROOM

VIDEO

AUDIO

ROOM TO ROOM (REMOTE CONTROL)

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

AC OUTLETS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

A OR B / 4 16

A + B / 8 16

AC 120V 60Hz

SWITCHED

TOTAL 120W(1A.)

MAX.

R L R L

AB

FM

COAX.

75

SUB

WOOFER

AM

LOOP

ANT.

PHONO

L

R

L

R

LINE IN

LINE OUT

INPUT

R

INPUTOUTPUT

LRL

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

OUTPUT

L

R

L

+

R

L

INPUT INPUT

OUTPUT

+

OUTPUT

AUX OUT

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

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CONNECTIONS

• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been

completed.

• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left

with left, right with right).

• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in

the generation of noise.

• Use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment only. Do not use

them for hair driers, etc.

• Note that binding pin plug cords together with power cords or

placing them near a power transformer will result in generating

hum or other noise.

• If hum or other noise is produced when the ground wire is

connected, disconnect it.

• Noise or humming may be generated if a connected

component is used independently without turning the power of

this unit on. If this happens, turn on the power of the this unit.

Connecting the audio components

Turntable (MM cartridge)

Ground

wire

Tape deck

CD player

NOTE:

This unit cannot be used

with MC cartridges

directly. Use a separate

head amplifier or step-

up transformer.

Connecting a CD player

Connect the CD player’s analog output jacks (ANALOG

OUTPUT) to this unit’s CD jacks using pin plug cords.

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

AC OUTLETS

• SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W (1 A.)

The power to this outlet is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER operation switch on the

main unit, and when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit.

No power is supplied from these outlets when this unit’s power is at standby. Never connect

equipment whose total capacity is above 120 W (1 A.)

NOTE:

Use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment only. Do not use them for hair driers, etc.

Connecting the AC OUTLETS

Connecting a tape deck

Connections for recording:

Connect the tape deck’s recording input jacks

(LINE IN or REC) to this unit’s tape recording

(OUT) jacks using pin plug cords.

Connections for playback:

Connect the tape deck’s playback output jacks

(LINE OUT or PB) to this unit’s tape playback

(IN) jacks using pin plug cords.

AC CORD

RC-617 (Sold Separately)

Infrared sensor

Power amplifier

RC-616 (Sold Separately)

Infrared retransmitter

Sub room (ZONE 2)

Sub room (ZONE 3)

Power amplifier

RC-617 (Sold Separately)

Infrared sensor

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MULTI

ROOM

DVD/

VDP

DVD/ VDP

SIGNAL

GND

ZONE

2

ZONE

3

CDR/

TAPE

CDR/

TAPE

VCR

V. AUX V. AUX

ZONE 3

ZONE 2

VCR

MONITOR

IN

OUT

OUTIN

OUT

PRE OUT

OUT

ANTENNA

TERMINALS

CD

R

L

R

L

MULTI ROOM

VIDEO

AUDIO

ROOM TO ROOM (REMOTE CONTROL)

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

AC OUTLETS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

A OR B / 4 16

A + B / 8 16

AC 120V 60Hz

SWITCHED

TOTAL 120W(1A.)

MAX.

R L R L

AB

FM

COAX.

75

SUB

WOOFER

AM

LOOP

ANT.

PHONO

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

IN

VIDEO

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

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AUDIO

L

R

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

L

AUDIO

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

R

L

R

L

VIDEO IN

L

R

B

Connecting the video equipments

• To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Ω/ohms video signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can result in a drop in sound quality.

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

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

TV/DBS

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s video output jack

(VIDEO OUTPUT) to the (yellow) V.AUX IN jack

using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s audio output jacks

(AUDIO OUTPUT) to the V.AUX IN jacks using

pin plug cords.

AUDIO

VIDEO

TV or DBS tuner

DVD player or LD player (VDP)

Video deck

Monitor TV

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV’s video input jack (VIDEO

INPUT) to the MONITOR OUT jack

using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug

cord.

VIDEO

Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player VDP

• Connect the DVD player’s (video disc player’s) video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to

the (yellow) DVD/VDP IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

• Connect the DVD player’s (video disc player’s) analog audio output jacks (ANALOG

AUDIO OUTPUT) to the DVD/VDP IN jacks using pin plug cords.

AUDIO

VIDEO

Connecting a video decks

Video input/output connections:

• Connect the video deck’s video output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the

(yellow) VCR IN jack, and the video deck’s video input jack

(VIDEO IN) to the (yellow) VCR OUT jack using 75 Ω/ohms

video coaxial pin plug cords.

Connecting the audio output jacks

• Connect the video deck audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the

VCR IN jacks, and the video deck’s audio input jacks (AUDIO

IN) to the VCR OUT jacks using pin plug cords.

AUDIO

VIDEO

Monitor TV

Sub room (ZONE 3) Sub room (ZONE 2)

Monitor TV

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MULTI

ROOM

DVD/

VDP

DVD/ VDP

SIGNAL

GND

ZONE

2

ZONE

3

CDR/

TAPE

CDR/

TAPE

VCR

V. AUX V. AUX

ZONE 3

ZONE 2

VCR

MONITOR

IN

OUT

OUTIN

OUT

PRE OUT

OUT

ANTENNA

TERMINALS

CD

R

L

R

L

MULTI ROOM

VIDEO

AUDIO

ROOM TO ROOM (REMOTE CONTROL)

FM

COAX.

75

SUB

WOOFER

AM

LOOP

ANT.

PHONO

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.

NOTES:

• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.

• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect AM loop

antenna.

• Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of

the panel.

Connecting the antenna terminals

DIRECTION OF

BROADCASTING

STATION

FM ANTENNA

75 Ω/ohms

COAXIAL

CABLE

FM INDOOR ANTENNA

(An Accessory)

AM LOOP

ANTENNA

(An Accessory)

AM OUTDOOR

ANTENNA

Connection of AM antennas

1.

Push the lever.

2. Insert the

conductor.

3. Return the lever.

1

4

2

3

AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM

antenna terminals.

Bend in the reverse

direction.

Remove the vinyl

tie and take out the

connection line.

a. With the antenna

on top any stable

surface

b. With the antenna

attach to a wall.

Installation hole

Mount on wall, etc.

Mount

GROUND

1

4

m

9

m

1

4

m

1

9

m

5

m

5

m

5C-2V3C-2V

75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE

Open the Cover

ANTENNA ADAPTER

REMOVE

CLAMP

SHUT

PULL

FM antenna adapter assembly

300 Ω/ohms

TERMINAL

FM ANTENNA

ADAPTER

(An Accessory)

FEEDER

CABLE

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MULTI

ROOM

DVD/

VDP

DVD/ VDP

SIGNAL

GND

ZONE

2

ZONE

3

CDR/

TAPE

CDR/

TAPE

VCR

V. AUX V. AUX

ZONE 3

ZONE 2

VCR

MONITOR

IN

OUT

OUTIN

OUT

PRE OUT

OUT

ANTENNA

TERMINALS

CD

R

L

R

L

MULTI ROOM

VIDEO

AUDIO

ROOM TO ROOM (REMOTE CONTROL)

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

AC OUTLETS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

A OR B / 4 16

A + B / 8 16

AC 120V 60Hz

SWITCHED

TOTAL 120W(1A.)

MAX.

R L R L

AB

FM

COAX.

75

SUB

WOOFER

AM

LOOP

ANT.

PHONO

(

L

) (

R

)(

L

) (

R

)

Speaker system connections

• Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that

like polarities are matched (

<

with

<

,

>

with

>

). Mismatching of

polarities will result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of

the various instruments, and the sense of direction of the stereo

being impaired.

• When making connections, take care that none of the individual

conductors of the speaker cord come in contact with adjacent

terminals, with other speaker cord conductors, or with the rear

panel.

Speaker Impedance

• When speaker systems A and B are use separately, speakers with

an impedance of 4 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as

speakers.

• Be careful when using two pairs of speakers (A + B) at the same

time, since use of speakers with an impedance of 8 to 16 Ω/ohms.

• The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long

periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an

impedance lower than the specified impedance are connected.

Connecting the speaker terminals

1. Loosen by turning

counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cord. 3. Tighten by turning

clockwise.

Connecting banana plugs

banana plug

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug.

• Precautions when connecting speakers

If a speaker is placed near a TV or video

monitor, the colors on the screen may be

disturbed by the speaker’s magnetism. If

this should happen, move the speaker

away to a position where it does not have

this effect.

NOTE:

NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on.

Doing so could result in electric shocks.

System B

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

System A

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

Connection jack for subwoofer with built-in

amplifier (super woofer), etc.

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Protector circuit

•

This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. This circuit protects the internal circuitry from damage due to

large currents flowing if the speaker jacks are not completely connected or if an output is generated by a short circuit.

In such a case, the protection circuit will operate to cut off the output to the speakers. Should this happen, turn the

power off and check the speaker connections. Then turn the power on again. After muting for several seconds, the

receiver should be operating normally.

If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around

the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.

Note on speaker impedance

•

The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with

an impedance lower than the specified impedance (for example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4 Ω/ohms)

are connected. If the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the set’s power, wait for the set

to cool down, improve the ventilation around the set, then turn the power back on.

6

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel

• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

VOLUME LEVEL

B

DRA-395

PRECISION AUDIO COMPONENT / STEREO RECEIVER

PHONES

ON / STANDBY

SPEAKER

AB

TONE

DEFEAT

TREBLESELECT

UP

TUNING

MODEBAND MEMORY

VIDEO SELECT

DIMMER STATUS

SHIFT

DOWN UP

PRESET

DOWN

MASTER VOLUME

UP

DOWN

PHONO

DVD / VDP

VCR

CD

TUNER

V.AUX

ON / STANDBY

REMOTE

SENSOR

ZONE 2REC OUT ZONE 3 SELECT LOUDNESS

BASSCH VOL

CDR / TAPE

Music Entertainment System

M

ulti Room

ZONE 2 ZONE 3

REC / MULTI

q w re

!4!5

!6!7!9 !8@0

yiuo!0t

!1!38 !2@1

q

Power operation switch ....................................................(13, 21)

w

Headphone jacks (PHONES) ...................................................(19)

e

SPEAKER A/B buttons ................................................(13, 19, 24)

r

REC/MULTI buttons..........................................................(17, 18)

t

LOUDNESS button..................................................................(15)

y

VIDEO SELECT button............................................................(19)

u

TONE DEFEAT button.............................................................(15)

i

CH VOL button........................................................................(15)

o

SELECT UP/DOWN buttons....................................................(15)

!0

BASS button............................................................................(15)

!1

TREBLE button.......................................................................(15)

!2

MASTER VOLUME control .....................................................(14)

!3

STATUS button .......................................................................(20)

!4

DIMMER button......................................................................(20)

!5

MASTER VOLUME indicator (VOLUME LEVEL).....................(14)

!6

Display

!7

Tuning/Preset memory selector buttons........................(21 23)

!8

ZONE 2, 3 indicator.................................................................(18)

!9

Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) ..........................(11)

@0

Power indicator .......................................................................(13)

@1

Input source selector buttons ...........................................(14, 22)

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7

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Following the procedure outlined below, insert the batteries before using the remote control unit.

Range of operation of the remote control unit

Inserting the batteries

Point the remote control unit at the remote control sensor as shown

on the diagram at the left.

NOTES:

• The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of

approximately 7 meters/23 feet, but this distance will shorten or

operation will become difficult if there are obstacles between the

remote control unit and the remote control sensor, if the remote

control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light, or

if operated from an angle.

• Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse-type noise nearby may

result in malfunction, so keep the set as far away from such

devices as possible.

B

Approx. 7 m/23 feet

q Press as shown by the arrow and

slide off.

w Insert the R03/AAA batteries properly,

as shown on the diagram.

e Close the lid.

NOTES:

• Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.)

• Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for an extended period of time.

• If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with clothing, etc. Clean the

battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

• Even if less than a year has passed, replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is

operated nearby the set. (The included battery is only for verifying operation. Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.)

• When replacing the batteries, after removing them wait for about one minute before inserting the new batteries.

30°

For remote control unit (RC-894)

POWEROFF ON

RANDOM

DISC SKIP

REPEAT

RECA / B

MAIN

VOLUME VOLUME

DVD / VDP

VCRV. AUXPHONOTUNER

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-894

B

12

234

3

9876

1076

ZONE 2 ZONE 3

CD

TAPE

MULTI ROOM

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

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Remote control unit (RC-894)

• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

MULTI ROOM buttons........................(18)

VIDEO SELECT button ........................(19)

Remote control signal

transmitter...........................................(11)

POWER buttons ..................................(13)

VOLUME control

buttons ................................................(14)

MUTING button...................................(19)

CH VOL control buttons ......................(15)

Input source selector

buttons ................................................(14)

Preset memory selector

buttons ................................................(23)

SPEAKER buttons.........................(13, 19)

CD

DIMMER button ..................................(20)

STATUS button....................................(20)

8, 9 :Auto search (reverse and

forward)

6, 7 :Manual search (reverse and

forward)

1 :Play

2 :Stop

3 :Pause

RANDOM :RANDOM

REPEAT : REPEAT

DISC SKIP+ :Disc selection (CD changer

only)

TAPE

0, 1 :Play (reverse and forward)

6, 7 :Rewind and Fast-forward

2 :Stop

3 :Pause

4 REC :REC

A / B :Tape A/B selection

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8

OPERATIONS

Before operating

Preparations:

Check that all connections are proper.

1

Turn on the power.

Press the power operation switch (button).

ON / STANDBY

POWEROFF ON

• ON/STANDBY

When the button is pressed, the power turns on and the

display lights.

When pressed again, the power turns off, the standby mode

is set and the display turns off.

Several seconds are required from the time the power

operation switch is set to the “ON” position until sound is

output. This is due to the built-in muting circuit that prevents

noise when the power operation switch is turned on and off.

B

POWEROFF ON

RANDOM

DISC SKIP

REPEAT

RECA / B

MAIN

VOLUME VOLUME

DVD / VDP

VCRV. AUXPHONOTUNER

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-894

B

12

234

3

9876

1076

ZONE 2 ZONE 3

CD

TAPE

MULTI ROOM

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

1 11 2

1

2

Select the front speakers.

Press the SPEAKER A or B button turn the speaker on.

SPEAKER

AB

SPEAKER

AB

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

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Playing the program source

B

1 3

1

Press the button for the program source to be played.

EX: CD

2

Start playback on the selected component.

For operating instructions, refer to the various components’

manuals.

3

Adjust the volume.

CD

MASTER VOL

•

ª

MAIN

VOLUME VOLUME

DVD / VDP

VCRV. AUXPHONOTUNER

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-894

B

1076

ZONE 2 ZONE 3

TAPE

MULTI ROOM

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

3

1

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

The volume level is

displayed on the master

volume level display.

The volume can be adjusted within the range of –60 to 0 to

18 dB, in steps of 1 dB. However, when the channel level is

set as described on page 15, if the volume for any channel

is set at +1 dB or greater, the volume cannot be adjusted up

to 18 dB. (In this case the maximum volume adjustment

range is “18 dB — (Maximum value of channel level)”.)

MASTER VOLUME

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Adjusting the CHANNEL LEVEL, TONE, and LOUDNESS control

B

6 5 1 32, 4

6

Press the LOUDNESS button.

Press the loudness button ON when

listening to music at a low volume.

The low notes and high notes will be

corrected to produce a natural sound.

LOUDNESS button can be used when

the TONE DEFEAT ON mode.

LOUDNESS

Adjust the channel levels.

1

Select the channel whose level you want to adjust.

CH VOL

(Main unit)

CH VOL

(Remote control unit)

The channel switches as shown below each time the button is

pressed.

L R SW

2

Adjust the level of the selected channel.

SELECT

UP

DOWN

(Main unit)

•

ª

(Remote control unit)

The volume can be adjusted between -12 dB and +12 dB in

units of 1 dB.

Adjusting the sound quality (tone)

3

Select the BASS or TREBLE whose you

want to adjust.

TREBLE

BASS

(Main unit)

4

With the name of the volume to be

adjusted selected, press the SELECT

button to adjust the level.

SELECT

UP

DOWN

• To increase the bass or treble: Press

the SELECT UP button. (The bass or

treble sound can be increased to up to

+12 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

• To decrease the bass or treble: Press the SELECT DOWN

button. (The bass or treble sound can be decreased to up to

–12 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

5

If you do not want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn on

the tone defeat mode.

TONE

DEFEAT

The signals do not pass through the

bass and treble adjustment circuits,

providing higher quality sound.

MAIN

VOLUME VOLUME

DVD / VDP

VCRV. AUXPHONOTUNER

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-894

B

1076

ZONE 2 ZONE 3

TAPE

MULTI ROOM

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

2

1

(Main unit)

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2

Multi-source and multi-zone playback

MULTI ROOM MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

• When the outputs of the MULTI SOURCE AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals are wired and connected to power amplifiers or TV displays installed

in other rooms, different sources can be played in rooms other than the main room in which this unit and the playback devices are installed.

(Refer to ZONE 2, 3 ROOM on the diagram.)

• When the output of the SPEAKER SYSTEM-B terminals is wired and connected to speakers in a sub room, the same source can be played in

both the main room and sub room. Set the this unit’s SPEAKER A/B selector according to the room in which the source is to be played. (Refer

to SUB ROOM on the diagram.)

• When a separately sold room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616 or 617) is wired and connected between the main room, the ZONE

2/3 ROOM and the sub room, the remote-controllable devices in the main room can be controlled from the ZONE 2/3 ROOM and the sub

room using the remote control unit.

NOTE:

• Use a 75 Ω /ohms coaxial pin-plug cord for video signals to connect and wire the MULTI SOURCE VIDEO output. For the AUDIO output,

use high quality pin-plug cords 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.

ZONE 2 ROOM MAIN ROOM

AMPLIFIRE

TV

RC-617

DRA-395

RC-616

RC-617

SPEAKER

SYSTEM -B

ROOM-TO-ROOM REMOTE CONTROL

SYSTEM (separately sold) control line

MULTI SOURCE AUDIO signal cable

SPEAKER cable

Refer to CONNECTIONS on pages 6 and 7.

MULTI SOURCE VIDEO signal cable

(75

º / ohms)

ZONE 3 ROOM

AMPLIFIRE

TV

SUB ROOM

RC-617

B

MULTI ROOM MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

RC-894 (or PROGRAMABLE

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RC-8000)

SYSTEM REMOTE

CONTROL UNIT RC-894

RC-894 (or PROGRAMABLE

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RC-8000)

• Accessories

•

SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RC-894

• Sold Separately

•

IR RETRANSMITTER RC-616

•

IR SENSOR RC-617

•

PROGRAMABLE REMOTE CONTROL

UNIT RC-770

With ZONE 2 ROOM and ZONE 3 ROOM multi-source playback, this unit’s MULTI SOURCE output can be controlled with the included

remote control unit.

The ZONE 2/3 mode cannot be selected from the remote control unit when the main unit is set to the REC OUT mode.

With ZONE 2/3 ROOM playback, the this unit and DENON CD players or tape decks etc, can be controlled using the included 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 (DENON RC-8000, etc.).

When the ZONE 2, ZONE 3 or rec out mode is set, the signal of the source selected in any mode is output for all output terminals (ZONE 2,

ZONE 3 or rec output).

RC-894 (or PROGRAMABLE

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RC-8000)

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Multi-Source recording/playback

The Multi-Source function allows you to record a source other than the source currently playing or to output its signal to the MULTI ZONE output

terminal.

[1] Playing one source while recording another (REC OUT mode)

B

1, 4 2

1

Press the REC OUT button.

• lights and the unit is set to

the REC OUT mode.

REC

REC OUT

2

Press the SELECT button until the

source you want to record appears

on the set's display.

• The indicator for the selected

program source lights.

3

Set the recording mode.

• For operating instructions, refer to the manual of the

component on which you want to record.

SELECT

21

4

To cancel, press the REC OUT

button again.

• is extinguished and the REC OUT mode of this unit is

cancelled.

REC

NOTES:

• The signals of the source selected in the REC OUT mode are also

output from the ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 output terminals. (There

is output when ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 are ON.)

• When the REC OUT mode is set and both the ZONE 2 and

ZONE 3 modes are set to “ON”, the modes do not turn off

even when the REC OUT button is pressed.

To turn them off, set the ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 modes to

“OFF”.

(Main unit)

REC OUT

(Main unit)

DISPLAY

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[2] Playing a source other than the one currently playing in a different room (MULTI mode)

1

Press the ZONE 2 button.

Or, with the remote control, press “ON” .

3

Select the source to be output to the

ZONE 2 output terminal. Press the

SELECT button repeatedly until the

desired source appears on the display.

4

The selected source is indicated.

To cancel the MULTI mode.

Press the ZONE 2 button.

When using the remote control, press the ZONE 2 OFF

button.

2

The MULTI indicator and the ZONE 2 indicator light.

When this unit has been set to the REC OUT mode, the

REC OUT mode is given priority and so the MULTI mode is

not engaged. The MULTI indicator does not light for this

reason. (Note that indicator of ZONE 2 lights and the signal

of the source selected in the REC OUT mode is output to

ZONE 2 OUT.)

When used in the MULTI mode, check that the REC OUT

mode setting is off.

When the unit is not set to MULTI mode, please note that

the selection of SOURCE with the Remote Commander's

MULTI SOURCE function button as well as the UP and

DOWN control of Tuner Presets are not permitted.

5

The output level of the ZONE 2 OUT

terminals can be controlled using the

ZONE 2 VOLUME • and ª buttons on the

remote control unit.

6

When the MULTI SOURCE function is set

to TUNER, the preset channel can be

selected using the PRESET • and ª

buttons on the remote control unit. (This

is only possible when the main unit is in

the MULTI mode.)

NOTE:

Note that this also switches the preset reception channel on

the main unit when playing or recording the tuner in the

MULTI mode.

SELECT

DEFAULT SETTING (MULTI VOLUME LEVEL) :

- - - dB (MINIMUM)

ZONE 2 playback method

When using the remote control, make

the selection with the MULTI ROOM

FUNCTION button.

Operations related to ZONE 3 can be performed by the same

operations as those related to ZONE 2. Operations related to

ZONE 3 can be performed by the same operations as those

related to ZONE 2.

The ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 on/off operation and the volume level of

the various zones can be individually operated and set.

B

1, 42 3

RANDOM

DISC SKIP

REPEAT

RECA / B

MAIN

VOLUME VOLUME

DVD / VDP

VCRV. AUXPHONOTUNER

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

SHIFT

MASTER VOL

PRESET

12

234

3

9876

1076

ZONE 2 ZONE 3

CD

TAPE

MULTI ROOM

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

••

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

3, 6

5

1

4

2

DISPLAY

(Main unit)

ZONE 2

(Main unit)

ZONE 2

ON

(Remote control unit)

CD

(Remote control unit)

EX:CD

ZONE 2

(Main unit)

ZONE 2

OFF

(Remote control unit)

VOLUME

ZONE 2

•

ª

(Remote control unit)

PRESET

•

ª

(Remote control unit)

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Simulcast playback

1

Press the VIDEO SELECT button repeatedly until the desired

source appears on the display.

The video source switches as follows each time the button is

pressed:

Cancelling simulcast playback.

• Press the VIDEO SELECT button and select the SOURCE.

• Switch the program source to the component connected to

the video.

Use this switch to monitor a video source other than the audio source.

B

1

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-894

B

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

2

Using the muting function

Use this to turn off the SPEAKER output temporarily.

• Caution:

Switching off the power of the unit will cancel the settings.

The outputs of ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 are not muted.

1

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-894

B

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

1

Press the MUTING button.

Cancelling MUTING mode.

Press the MUTING button again.

Muting will also be cancelled when

Master vol is adjusted up or down.

MUTING

Listen with headphones

1

Connect the headphones to the

headphones jack of the front panel.

PHONES

2

Press the SPEAKER A or B button turn the speaker off.

B

21

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

2

VIDEO SELECT

(Main unit)

VIDEO SELECT

(Remote control unit)

VCR V. AUX SOURCEDVD/VDP

SPEAKER

AB

(Main unit)

SPEAKER

AB

(Remote control unit)

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Checking the currently playing program source, etc.

When an operation is performed on the remote control unit, that operation appears on the display, making it possible to check the operation

visually.

The set’s operating status can also be checked on the display using the procedure described below.

1

Front panel display

• Descriptions of the unit’s operations are also displayed on

the front panel display. In addition, the display can be

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

source by pressing the STATUS button.

DVD / VDP

VCRV. AUXPHONOTUNER

CD

CDR / TAPE

PHONO

DVD / VDP

CD VCR

PRESET

SPEAKER

AB

CDR / TAPE

V. AUXTUNER

DIMMER CH VOL

STATUS

VIDEO SELECT

SHIFT

MUTING

MASTER VOL

PRESET

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-894

B

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

•

ª

1

2

1

Follow steps 1 to 3 under “Playing the program source”

(page 14).

Recording the program source

(recording the source currently being monitored)

2

Start recording on the tape or video deck.

For instructions, refer to the component’s operating

instructions.

The signals of the source selected with the function selector button are output simultaneously to the CDR/TAPE and VCR REC OUT jacks.

If a total of two tape and/or video decks are connected and set to the recording mode, the same source can be recorded simultaneously

on every decks.

Simultaneous recording

B

12

STATUS

(Main unit)

STATUS

(Remote control unit)

2

Using the dimmer function

• Use this to change the brightness of the display.

The display brightness changes in four steps (bright,

medium, dim and off) by pressing the main unit’s DIMMER

button repeatedly.

DIMMER

(Main unit)

DIMMER

(Remote control unit)

The brightness changes in 3 steps each time the button is

pressed, and finally the display turns off.

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