Denon Virtual Surround Mode

Step-by-Step Guide on Setting Up and Using the Virtual Surround Sound Feature on Denon AV Receivers

Are you looking for an immersive audio experience? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Denon AV receivers are some of the most popular home theater systems around, and they come with a variety of features that can provide you with a stunning audio experience. One of the most popular features is the Virtual Surround Sound, which can provide you with a surround sound experience that is just as good as a 5.1 or 7.1 system.

This step by step guide will show you how to set up and use the Virtual Surround Sound feature on your Denon AV receiver. From connecting the receiver to your TV to setting up the audio settings, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to get the most out of your audio experience. So, if you’re ready to get the surround sound experience you’ve always wanted, let’s get started.

What is Virtual Surround Sound?

Virtual surround sound is a feature on a lot of Denon AV receivers that can provide you with an immersive audio experience without the need for additional speakers. The virtual surround sound feature allows you to experience surround sound without the use of rear speakers in a 5.1 or 7.1 system. Instead, the audio signal sent to the speakers is modulated to create the surround sound effect.

However, some Denon AV receivers also have a feature called Dolby Virtual surround, which uses the Dolby Atmos technology to create a 3D surround sound experience. To take full advantage of this feature, you would need to have a Dolby Atmos speaker system in your home. Otherwise, if you have a 5.1 or 7.1 system, you would get a virtual surround sound experience that is just as good as the Dolby Virtual Surround feature.

Connecting the Receiver to Your TV

First, you will need to connect the AV receiver to your TV. To do this, start by connecting the AV receiver to your TV using an HDMI cable—this will be the “main” connection between the two devices. However, if you want to connect other devices to your AV receiver, such as a Blu-ray player, streaming device, etc., you can also connect them using an HDMI cable or the other “input” ports on the back of the receiver. To select which device you want the AV receiver to play audio from, you can use the volume knob on the AV receiver or the remote.

Setting Up the Audio Settings

Now that you’ve connected the AV receiver to your TV, you’ll want to set up the audio settings. To do this, start by pressing the “Menu” button on your remote. This will open the Settings menu, where you can select the “Audio” option. On the next screen, select the “Speaker” option, and then, select the “Speaker Setting” sub-option.

This will open a window where you can select the type of speaker system you have. You can choose between Stereo, Virtual Surround, Virtual Surround (Long Distance), Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos, or DTS Surround.

We recommend selecting Stereo for 2.1 and 2.2 systems, Virtual Surround for 5.1 systems, Virtual Surround (Long Distance) for 7.1 systems, Dolby Surround for 5.1 systems, Dolby Atmos for 7.1 systems, and DTS Surround for 5.1 or 7.1 systems.

Setting up the Virtual Surround Sound Feature

Now that you’ve set up the audio settings, you can set up the virtual surround sound feature. To do this, press the “Menu” button on your remote once again, but this time, select the “Input” option. The next screen will show a list of devices connected to the AV receiver, select the “Input Device” option, and then select the “AV Receiver” option. From there, you will see a list of audio options.

On this screen, select the “Virtual Surround Sound” option, and then, select the “Virtual Surround Sound Setup” option. This will open a new menu where you can select the speakers you want to use for the virtual surround sound. You can choose between “Front”, “Front Wide”, “Front Height”, “Surround”, “Surround Wide”, “Surround Height”, “CenSur”, and “Bth”. We recommend selecting “Front Wide”, “Surround Wide”, and “CenSur”.

Optimizing the Audio Settings for Your Room

Now that you’ve set up the virtual surround sound feature, you can optimize the audio settings for your room. To do this, press the “Menu” button on your remote once again, but this time, select the “Input” option. The next screen will show a list of devices connected to the AV receiver, select the “Input Device” option, and then select the “AV Receiver” option.

From there, you will see a list of audio options. On this screen, select the “Virtual Surround Sound” option, and then, select the “Virtual Surround Sound Setup” option. This will open a new menu where you can select the “Room Acoustics” option. On this screen, you will see a graph with a line going across the graph. Now, move the speaker symbol on the graph to adjust the volume of each speaker. This will help you to create an optimal surround sound experience in your room.

Tips for Getting the Most Out of the Virtual Surround Sound Feature

Now that you know how to set up and use the Virtual Surround Sound feature on your Denon AV receiver, here are a few tips that will help you get the most out of this feature. First, make sure that your speakers are placed in the best position possible.

Placing them against a wall will help to improve the bass response, and placing the speakers at an angle between 90 and 30 degrees will improve the stereo separation. Second, make sure that your speakers are properly connected to the AV receiver. Third, be sure to adjust the volume of the speakers on the graph. Fourth, experiment with the sound settings on the receiver. You can change the sound settings accordingly.

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Conclusion

The virtual surround sound feature on Denon AV receivers is a great way to experience surround sound on a budget. However, you can get the most out of this feature by making sure that your speakers are placed in the best position possible and that you’ve adjusted the volume of the speakers on the graph.

Whether you’ve got a 5.1 or 7.1 system, setting up the virtual surround sound feature on your AV receiver is a quick and easy way to get the immersive surround sound experience that you crave. With this guide, you’ll be ready to set up the virtual surround sound feature on your Denon AV receiver and experience an audio experience that is just as good as a 5.1 or 7.1 system. So, what are you waiting for?

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