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The "OFFICIAL" 2016 Denon "S-Series" / "X-Series" AVR Owner's Thread + FAQ

2016 Denon AVR models ---> S510BT/S720W/S920W/X1300W/X2300W/X3300W/X4300H/X6300H

The D+M Group USA (Denon/Marantz) has released information on the new 2016 Denon models. The X6300H will be the highest model released for 2016 while the 2015 Denon X7200WA will remain the "flagship" D+M AVR and has its own thread (actually 2 of them, (1) X7200WA Owners thread, and (2) Denon 2014 Atmos Owner's thread).


What's new or to be added via firmware update for the 2016 models?

S720W/S920W/X1300W/X2300W/X3300W/X4300H/X6300H
- Dual band 802.11n Wifi (5Ghz added to previously only single band 2.4Ghz)
- Bluetooth Class 1 (X4300H/X6300H only) - increased from 33ft to 98ft/30m
- Auto Lip sync delay (increased from 200ms to 500ms adjustment)
- RC Source Select (allows changing of an HDMI standby pass through source while the AVR is in Standby mode - 2015 and older models require powering on the AVR to change the pass through source)
- Playback of high resolution audio files (DSD 5.6 Mhz - increased from 2.8 Mhz) via USB and network
- DTS:X / DTS Neural:X (via firmware update on X3300W and lower models (Sep 2016) and installed at the factory on the X4300H/X6300H)
- Video Mode - new "Bypass" setting (S920W/X2300W only as a result of the Video Conversion setting being removed)
- Audyssey MultEQ Editor phone iOS/Android app ($20) - using the included Audyssey mic, provides the ability to customize target curves, save them, and stream back to the AVR (April 2017)
- The "H" series models (X4300H/X6300H only) include a HEOS module which will allow streaming the currently dozen music services using the HEOS iOS/Android app to the "H" model as well as allow streaming 2CH sources to one or more HEOS wireless speakers placed around the home
- Auto Update (X4300H/X6300H only) - (default - OFF), allows for firmware updates while the unit is in Standby
- SAVE & LOAD via USB (X4300H/X6300H only) - firmware updated April 2017, (Setup - General - Save & Load; config.avr)
- Auro 3D (X6300H only) - able to use the Surround Back L on board amp to power the VOG/Top Surround speaker instead of using Subwoofer pre-out 2 to an external amp
- Dolby Vision + HLG - capability added via firmware update Sep 2017
- Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) (added via firmware update June 2018)
- Airplay 2 (X4300H/X6300H only) - firmware updated August 2018

What was dropped from the 2015 models?

S920W/X2300W
- Analog --> HDMI conversion .

X4300H/X6300H
- Front Wide speakers (in fact all major brands dropped Front Wide speakers on their 2016 models :eek:)
- Web Control (ie. can no longer access the AVR via its IP address)
- vTuner - must use TuneIn (on board or using HEOS app) for internet radio which doesn't allow the user to manually add new stations as is the case with vTuner
- iPod/iPhone connectivity via USB
- Video Select (iPod/USB)
- Spotify using a FREE Spotify account via the HEOS app

See post 7 for additional specific 2016 vs. 2015 model differences

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- All "S" series models have a 2 year warranty if purchased new/open-box from an authorized dealer
- All "X" series models have a 3 year warranty (2 years in Canada) if purchased new/open-box from an authorized dealer
- All refurbished models have a 1 year warranty if purchased from an authorized refurb dealer


Denon model web page info and Owner manual links

- S510BT - MSRP $279, 5.2 CH, 70W, HDMI In/Out (5/1) - (cont'd from 2015 so not considered a 2016 model)

This is a 5CH AVR which was first released in 2015 and will continue for 2016 as the entry level model which features Bluetooth, but is not a networking model. Firmware updates would be installed via the USB jack. It includes a mic for a basic (ie. non-Audyssey) single position speaker/sub calibration. It can display the GUI over 2D/3D video on HDMI1 and HDMI2 and pass through 4k/60Hz video from HDMI3/HDMI4/HDMI5 but cannot display the GUI/volume/info over 4k video.. It does not feature: HDMI(ARC), HDMI Control, Audyssey, speaker posts (uses spring clips) or Component Video inputs/output.

http://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/avreceiversht/avrs510bt

http://manuals.denon.com/AVRS510BT/NA/EN/index.php


- S720W - MSRP $479, 7.2 CH, 75W, HDMI In/Out (6.1) - avail April

Upgrading from the S510BT adds HDCP 2.2 on all HDMI inputs/outputs and 1 more HDMI input and two more audio channels for a 7CH model and the lowest model to feature Audyssey MultEQ (6 mic positions), networking, HDMI Control, HDMI(ARC), DSD via USB/network source, Atmos 5.2.2, DTS:X (via firmware update summer 2016) and uses speaker posts. Firmware updates are installed via a network connection or USB. It can display the GUI over 2D/3D video from all HDMI inputs, but not over 4k video. It features 5.1 + Zone 2 capability using the Surround Back speaker posts for Zone 2. There are no Zone 2 pre-outs. No noticeable difference in power, however, audio quality should be improved after running Audyssey.

http://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/avreceiversht/avrs720W

http://manuals.denon.com/AVRS720W/NA/EN/index.php

Press release on the S720W and S920W ---> https://usa.denon.com/us/news/news


- S920W - MSRP $579, 7.2CH, 90W, HDMI In/Out (8/2, main/main outputs) - avail April

Upgrading from the S720W adds 2 more HDMI inputs, 1 more main zone monitor output (eg. when using a TV and PJ), 2 component video inputs / 1 output, 4k/30Hz upscaling, on board Web Control (able to use laptop/tablet for setup/control), and SAVE/LOAD of configuration file which can be restored if doing a factory reset. No noticeable difference in either power or audio quality. Although unable to display the GUI on 4k video, able to display the volume bar/Info on 4k video (except Dolby Vision) but only at 24/30Hz, not at 60Hz and only when Video Mode is not set to "Bypass".

http://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/avreceiversht/avrs920W

http://manuals.denon.com/AVRS920W/NA/EN/index.php


- X1300W - MSRP $599, 7.2CH, 80W, HDMI In/Out (6/1) - avail May

This model offers the same features as the S720W but adds: improved audio quality using the higher Audyssey MultEQ XT (8 mic positions), Zone 2 pre-outs, Crestron/Control 4 interface, and also as the lowest "X" series model adds 1 more year of warranty (total 3 years). Unable to display the GUI/volume/info on 4k video.

http://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/avreceiversht/avrX1300W

http://manuals.denon.com/AVRX1300W/NA/EN/index.php

Press release on the new X1300W and X2300W ---> http://www.ecoustics.com/products/denon-avr-x1300w-avr-x2300w-av-receivers/

- X2300W - MSRP $799, 7.2CH, 95W, HDMI In/Out (8/2, main/main outputs) - avail May

This model is similar to the S920W in features but adds: improved audio quality using the higher Audyssey MultEQ XT, Zone 2 pre-outs, RS-232, Crestron/Control 4 interface, ISF (Day/Night) calibration settings (to be set by an ISF calibrator) and 1 more year of warranty (total 3 years). Although unable to display the GUI on 4k video, able to display the volume bar/Info on 4k video (except Dolby Vision) but only at 24/30Hz, not at 60Hz and only when Video Mode is not set to "Bypass".

http://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/avreceiversht/avrX2300W

http://manuals.denon.com/AVRX2300W/NA/EN/index.php


- X3300W - MSRP $999, 7.2CH, 105W, HDMI In/Out (8/2, main/Zone 2 outputs) - avail July

Upgrading from the X2300W adds: Zone 2 custom settings (bass, treble, HPF, stereo/mono), 12v trigger (1), DSD over HDMI, Zone 2 HDMI Monitor output, HDMI/digital PCM 2.0 audio to Zone 2 speaker posts/pre-outs, , 4k/60Hz upscaling, and the lowest model with 7.2 main zone pre-outs. No noticeable difference in power, but much better audio quality using the more advanced Audyssey MultEQ XT32 and Sub EQ HT (dual sub level/delay). Although unable to display the GUI on 4k video, able to display the volume bar/Info on 4k video (except Dolby Vision) but only at 24/30Hz, not at 60Hz.

http://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/avreceiversht/avrx3300w

http://manuals.denon.com/AVRX3300W/NA/EN/index.php



- X4300H - MSRP ($1499), 9.2CH, 125W, HDMI In/Out (8/3, main/main/Zone 2 outputs) avail Sep

Upgrading from the X3300W adds: 2 additional on board amps (with capability to expand to 11 using an external 2CH amp), a second main zone HDMI monitor output, 11.2 main zone pre-outs, Zone 3, a 2nd 12v trigger, front panel display of speaker inputs (or outputs), PHONO input, 32 bit DAC, metal front panel with 2 line display, Custom 2 CH settings (using FL/FR or dedicated Front B)(LARGE/SMALL; crossover settings, sub – on/off, distance, level), on board Denon HEOS module (allows streaming of HEOS app music services to the AVR as well as streaming PCM 2.0 source from the AVR to HEOS wireless speakers set up around the home), one internal cooling fan, and Auro 3D capable (via firmware upgrade - $199USD). Although unable to display the GUI on 4k video, able to display the volume bar/Info on 4k video (except Dolby Vision) but only at 24/30Hz, not at 60Hz.

https://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/receivers/avrx4300h

http://manuals.denon.com/AVRX4300H/NA/EN/index.php

Expanding the X4300H from 9CH (ie. 5.2.4 or 7.2.2) to 11CH (ie. 7.2.4) --> https://www.avsforum.com/forum/90-r...-avr-owner-s-thread-faq-289.html#post54654062


- X6300H - MSRP ($2199), 11.2CH, 140W, HDMI In/Out (8/3, main/main/Zone 2 outputs) avail Sep

Upgrading from the X4300H adds: 2 additional on board amps (but no additional expansion beyond 11CH), uses more robust amps, HD Radio, mfr'd in Japan, gold plated connectors, Dialog Enhancer, two internal cooling fans, and if the Auro 3D upgrade ($199USD) is installed, ability to use the Surround Back L speaker post for powered VOG/Top Surround instead of Sub pre-out 2. Although unable to display the GUI on 4k video, able to display the volume bar/Info on 4k video (except Dolby Vision) but only at 24/30Hz, not at 60Hz.

https://usa.denon.com/us/product/hometheater/receivers/avrx6300h

http://manuals.denon.com/AVRX6300H/NA/EN/index.php



Welcome to the Official 2016 Denon AVR-S/X models thread (S510BT/S720W/S920W/X1300W/X2300W/X3300W/X4300H/X6300H).


If this is your first visit to this thread, and you want to ask a question about one of the 2016 Denon AVR models, either one that you own or one that you are thinking of buying, please provide the following information to allow for better responses to your questions:

(a) Identify the model number in question (eg. X2300W), as there are 8 different models (S and X series) discussed in this thread. Also if you have not posted in several days since your initial post, please post the model # again so we don't have to back track to learn which model you are referencing.

(b) Identify what you've done so far to troubleshoot the issue and what the front panel is displaying if an audio issue, (also take a few minutes to review the Troubleshooting section provided in post ##3 as your question may already be answered there),

(c) Unless you indicate what settings have been changed, the assumption will be that all settings are on the factory defaults (ie. usually "Auto"),

(d) If the advice given seems to simplistic or obvious, don't shoot the advice giver as we have no idea of the level of your technical understanding,

(e) If there is no response to your post, it either means no one knows the answer or it has simply been overlooked so please repost if you still haven't resolved your issue,

(f) If you post a question in this thread and are given advice and either it or some other advice (eg. Denon phone support, Denon "Ask a Question" email support) resolves your issue, have the common courtesy to post back what solution resolved your issue so others can learn from it as well,

(g) If the issue is not user error or not just a misunderstanding on how the AVR works, please call Denon support so the issue is registered,

(h) When responding to another post that is providing assistance to you, please press the "Quote" button in the lower right corner of that other poster's response so that response is also listed with your new post to provide some context, and,

(i) If you don't live in either the USA or Canada, please either indicate your country location in your profile or your post as some Denon models from other regions in the world differ in configuration from their USA/Canada counterparts otherwise responses made will be regarding the USA/Canada models.
 
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It will be interesting to see what comes out as well as things that will be available via firmware updates. I will be having a new 4300h on the way in a couple weeks. I am actually on the fence if I am even going to open it up as I am thinking about selling it and switching to a Yamaha 1060 mostly due to wifi connectivity. I am demoing a Yamaha a1060 now to see if I want to actually make the switch.

Just out of curriuosity, is the 4300 front door metal to match the metal front panel? I ask as I was really impressed with the build of the Yamaha. I hope the 4300 is of the same attention to detail. I did notice a slight crisper highs on the yamaha. This is probably due to the flat setting on my old x2100 vs the natural setting on the Yamaha.

As far as the 9 channels on the 4300. Would it be possible to biamp a 5.1 system and run a zone 2?
Wifi connectivity?
 
#5,202 ·
Yes, wifi kept dropping out while streaming sources like pandora. Long story short I used 2 different ISP, 2 differently houses, 2 different routers, and a repeater.
 
#5,203 ·
It will be interesting to see what comes out as well as things that will be available via firmware updates. I will be having a new 4300h on the way in a couple weeks. I am actually on the fence if I am even going to open it up as I am thinking about selling it and switching to a Yamaha 1060 mostly due to wifi connectivity. I am demoing a Yamaha a1060 now to see if I want to actually make the switch.

Just out of curriuosity, is the 4300 front door metal to match the metal front panel? I ask as I was really impressed with the build of the Yamaha. I hope the 4300 is of the same attention to detail. I did notice a slight crisper highs on the yamaha. This is probably due to the flat setting on my old x2100 vs the natural setting on the Yamaha.

As far as the 9 channels on the 4300. Would it be possible to biamp a 5.1 system and run a zone 2?
Yes.
Plastic or metal front door?
 
#5,204 ·
Spotify runs on my X6300H just like you describe for HEOS/Amazon...start Spotify from the HEOS app, shut both HEOS and Spotify down from the iPhone and Spotify continues to play from the X6300 along with being displayed on the X6300 screen. Same with the stand alone Spotify iPhone app.

Yes. Center channel level, as well as all other channels, can be adjusted without messing with Audyssey; Option/Channel Level/Center(or select any other channel to adjust). You might be better served with the dialog enhancer to help out with vocals; Option/Dialog Enhancer/(select Low, Medium, High or Off).
On my X4300H I could find no dialog enhancer. I did find under Setup/Audio/Dialog Level Adjustment the ability to raise dialog level. I set it up 10 db to try it out. Is this an adjustment that only applies to the current source?
 
#5,205 ·
On my X4300H I could find no dialog enhancer. I did find under Setup/Audio/Dialog Level Adjustment the ability to raise dialog level. I set it up 10 db to try it out. Is this an adjustment that only applies to the current source?
Dialog Enhancer is not a feature of the X4300H, rather only the higher level models, and focuses on the 1kHz - 3kHz human vocal frequencies.

The Dialog Level Adjustment setting simply adjusts the center speaker volume and is a "global" change to all sources. If you want to raise the center speaker volume for just one specific source, use Option - Channel Level Adjust - Center.
 
#5,206 ·
Yes, wifi kept dropping out while streaming sources like pandora. Long story short I used 2 different ISP, 2 differently houses, 2 different routers, and a repeater.
Ok, understood.
I know Denon used to have issues with Networking, I almost didn't buy 1 because of those...I had 1 issue with mine a day or so after I set it up, but corrected it the next day, and Wifi has been fine ever since..I listen to Pandora on it almost daily.

I can't remember if door is metal or plastic.
 
#5,207 ·
Just received the Denon AVR-X2300W and just finished setting it all up. However im running into issues receiving a 4k HDR display.
I have the Vizio P75-ci and i have the Roku premier + i also have these hdmi cables

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CRA11IU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It states that they work with UHD HDR

I have the subsampling turned on with the Vizio input. As you can see by the attached picture it just doesnt seem to be working.

Can anyone help me out a little here please?
 

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#5,208 ·
Just received the Denon AVR-X2300W and just finished setting it all up. However im running into issues receiving a 4k HDR display.
I have the Vizio P75-ci and i have the Roku premier + i also have these hdmi cables

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CRA11IU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It states that they work with UHD HDR

I have the subsampling turned on with the Vizio input. As you can see by the attached picture it just doesnt seem to be working.

Can anyone help me out a little here please?
Have you confirmed the Roku will pass the video when connected directly to the TV?
 
#5,209 · (Edited)
Just received the Denon AVR-X2300W and just finished setting it all up. However im running into issues receiving a 4k HDR display.
I have the Vizio P75-ci and i have the Roku premier + i also have these hdmi cables

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CRA11IU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It states that they work with UHD HDR

I have the subsampling turned on with the Vizio input. As you can see by the attached picture it just doesnt seem to be working.

Can anyone help me out a little here please?
Don't believe those HDMI cables are certified. The following work. They are certified and cheaper: https://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Ce...90212088&sr=1-3&keywords=certified+hdmi+cable

If cables are your problem, the above will resolve the issue. Roku premier/ultra users have lots of cable issues.
 
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That works directly, i get all three checked boxes. Do i need to change something on the receiver in that case?
You can try setting Video Mode to "Bypass" otherwise, as suggested by cscoppa, you may want to try certified HDMI 2.0 cables.
 
#5,213 ·
I'm considering buying either an X2300W or X3300W, but before I do I've got a question concerning upscaling to 4K. I've got an Oppo 203 as my primary video source. Is it preferable for the Oppo to do the upscaling or the receiver? I'm guessing it's the Oppo, but I'm a noob when it comes to AV stuff and wanted reassurance before I pull the trigger on either the 2300/3300.

One other question, will the 2300 display the gui at 4K?

Thanks in advance for your time,

Bill
 
#5,214 ·
I'm considering buying either an X2300W or X3300W, but before I do I've got a question concerning upscaling to 4K. I've got an Oppo 203 as my primary video source. Is it preferable for the Oppo to do the upscaling or the receiver? I'm guessing it's the Oppo, but I'm a noob when it comes to AV stuff and wanted reassurance before I pull the trigger on either the 2300/3300.

One other question, will the 2300 display the gui at 4K?

Thanks in advance for your time,

Bill
1. The Oppo.
2. Must upgrade to the X3300W.
 
#5,216 ·
You can try setting Video Mode to "Bypass" otherwise, as suggested by cscoppa, you may want to try certified HDMI 2.0 cables.
This worked great! also worked with the PS4 for their HDR mode. Thank you sir as always!

I have one more issue i cant seem to fix which is the Zone 2 option. I have my speakers which are in the dining room connected as it instructs into the surround back. I have my Bluesound connected via optical in the cd and analogue in the cd also. But i simply cannot get Zone 2 to play the cd option.
 
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Just spoke to Denon;s customer service. First time dealing with them and i have to say that the experience was awful. The lady on the phone (Giovondah) was rude and had no interest of helping me in any way. Zero patience and her tone was demeaning throughout our conversation.
My zone 2 cd isnt working for some reason, when i press zone 2 nothing happens at all.Problem was not fixed with their awful service.
 
#5,219 ·
I just picked up a x1300 for a good deal. Everything been working great the first three days. Arc with my oled works perfect. I have a Samsung 4k player running through the receiver. How do you guys find these receivers are with passing 4k hdr10 content? Any errors? My last Yamaha worked perfect always worked well ugh 4k hdr content.
 
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