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Denon AVR-1911 7.1 Channel A/V Home Theater Multi-Source / Multi-Zone Receiver with HDMI 1.4a supporting 1080p and 3D (Black) | 
| Brand: Denon
Category: CE
List Price: $599.00
Buy New: $529.99
as of 9/5/2010 15:06 PDT details
You Save: $69.01 (12%)
New (13) Used (3) from $399.88
Seller: SpeakersandSubs
Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 4409
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 23.6
Dimensions (in): 15 x 17.1 x 6.7
MPN: AVR-1911
Model: AVR-1911
UPC: 883795001342
EAN: 0883795001342
ASIN: B003IPC5FW
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | The AVR-1911's 90 watt x 7 channel amplifier section can be configured for 7.1 systems or a 5.1 system with powered second zone | | • | Decodes Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital Surround EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIz, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS ES 6.1 Discrete, DTS ES 6.1 Matrix, DTS Neo:6 | | • | HDMI 1.4a Repeater Inputs (4) and Output (1) support 1080p/24, 3D (All formats), 7.1 Uncompressed Audio, DVD-Audio, Deep Color, Auto-Lip Sync, CEC, and Audio Return Channel | | • | Anchor Bay VRS advanced analog and digital video upconversion and deinterlacing with 1080p 24Hz/60Hz pass-through | | • | Audyssey MultEQ automatic room acoustic measuring and correction system, Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ audio processing |
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Product Description
Thrilling Surround Sound Performance Featuring the latest high resolution audio decoders, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, formats found on Blu-ray discs, the AVR-1911 is also equipped with Dolby Pro Logic IIz, which provides the option of front height effects channels, for a dramatically expanded front soundstage. Pro Logic IIz also breathes new life with your stereo audio sources, providing enveloping surround sound. Equipped With HD Radio In addition to conventional AM and FM tuning, the AVR-1911 also features HD Radio. With HD AM radio sounds like FM, and HD FM radio sounds like CD. HDMI 1.4a Includes 3D Blu-ray Compatibility The AVR-1911 includes the latest HDMI 1.4a specification, which provides 3D Blu-ray pass-through (Broadcast and Blu-ray) capability, as well as providing Audio Return Channel. There are 4 HDMI inputs, along with standard definition and component video inputs. Standard definition video sources such as VCR and DVD are upconverted to HDMI, which allows for a single HDMI cable run to the TV, avoiding the expense and hassle of multiple cable runs. Easy Setup With Automatic Room Acoustic Correction Audyssey MultEQ dynamic room acoustic correction system features a microphone (included) to automatically measure the speaker configuration and provide acoustic tailoring for the best surround sound experience, and provides quick and easy setup. Dynamic Volume minimizes jarring volume jumps during commercial breaks, and Dynamic EQ provides a natural tonal balance even at very low volume levels. Quality Discrete Power Amplifier Section The equal power amp design features 7 discrete power amp circuits, and each channel is rated at 90 watts (8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, .08% THD). For configuration flexibility, Denon's Power Amp Assign function lets you use 2 of the amp channels for surround back speakers, or front height effects speakers, or they can be assigned for stereo second zone multi-room use.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 6
 Works exactly as advertised, same great Denon sound August 25, 2010
D. Horn
I bought the AVR-1911 to replace an AVR-1909 because I wanted the HDMI 1.4 ports (3D capabilities). I have the following devices connected through the system:
1. Directv HR-21, HDDVR (HDMI)
2. Xbox 360 (HDMI)
3. Sony PS3 (HDMI)
4. Nintendo Wii (Component Video)
5. iPhone 3GS running iOS 4.02 (front USB port)
When you look at the back of this receiver you think wow, this receiver cant be as sophisticated as other receivers that have a million jacks. This thing is made for HDMI devices and little expansion beyond that. If you have more than one non-hdmi device, then this model is not for you.
Some things to note:
- the instruction manual has been simplified since the 1909 model, it now has a simplified, basic, and advanced setup section. You can get up and running quickly and as you become more familiar with the receiver move onto advanced setup functionality. While I feel the manual covers everything it does a poor job of explaining what each thing is. (for example HDMI passthru)
- The remote is still a bear, but really a/v receivers are complicated devices. It is an improvement over the 1909 remote.
- HDMI passthru has been improved. What this means is when the receiver is off (standby mode), it will let a device's a/v signal pass through to your TV. In my case I let the Directv receiver passthru, so you can watch TV without surround sound being turned on. When you turn on the receiver, only the video signal is passed through to the TV. This is a big feature with the wife and in-laws. The improvement with this model is you can assign which HDMI input gets passed through, on the 1909 it was only the first device.
- I see some reviews with problems with iPhone, no problems whatsoever using my iPhone 3GS with this receiver.
- With any receiver/tv combination where you'll be switching inputs for each activity (like watch tv, watch a dvd, play ps3, etc) I cannot recommend the Harmony One remote enough. Also when you set this up with HDMI passthru make 2 "Watch TV" activities, one for just TV, and one for TV + Surround (receiver controls volume)
 Don't buy if you want to use with your iPhone August 3, 2010
Scott F. (Denton, TX)
1 out of 6 found this review helpful
The 791 does not work with the iPhone as advertised. I contacted Denon and all they would say is that the problem is either with my phone or with the cable. They are refusing to admit that there is a problem and based on the customer service for this product, I would stay away. Even when I tell them it did not work when I changed the cable or connected our other iPhone they stick to the same response - and tell me to test it with an iPod. The responses are crazy - if the problem is that it doesn't work with the iPhone, what difference does it make if it works with an iPod?
Another reviewer has blamed this on Apple not providing the updated software to Denon but that update has been out quite a while and still there is no acknowledgement from Denon that there is a problem.
AV 3D Receiver review August 3, 2010
George Felder III (Annville, PA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
After having two separate Onkyo Receivers crap out, I decided to try the Denon. I had ordered it before reading the descriptor that it supported 3D--which THEN "forced me" to get a new TV and Blu-Ray player that supported 3D! The receiver's instruction book is pretty obtuse--you have to wade through it to get anything out of it, but, it was eventually able to be set up. The included mic. that automatically balances all the speakers is great, but I preferred to do that function manually with the supplied white noise. I REALLY paid attention to the part in the manual that stated NOTHING should be closer than 12" (any surface) to the receiver, and I am also considering purchasing an accessory fan set to lie on top the receiver to further cool it. Too bad today's receivers do NOT have an accessory outlet (120 VAC) on the back like they used to. The remote is a bit different than the Onkyo's--less intuitive, but SO FAR everything has worked like a dream! Now, all I need to do is FIND 3D SOFTWARE!!!
Truly great sound and features. August 2, 2010
Ed J. Hayes (Oregon)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I'll elaborate on this review as time goes on and I use the AVR more. I wanted to at least put a simple review down though, to offset the overall average rating for this receiver because of one person unfairly giving this one star.
NOTE: This receiver is EXACTLY like the 791 except the 1911 adds HD radio and pre-outs for Zone-2. Everything else is the same.
This receiver is an upgrade from a Sony HTIB system. In all regards it is better. Setup and all the configuration can be tougher than HTIBs. Please Google 'batpig' and 'denon' for setup info. He put together a terrific website on setting up Denon AVRs while explaining all the features and settings in normal terms.
I use this with a Panasonic Blu-Ray, Sony CD and my iPod classic (5th gen). All work great.
There was very little setup other than the initial speaker auto calibration needed. The only setup I did besides the auto calibration (Audyssey setup) was to delete unused inputs and change the Dynamic EQ offset on some music inputs (read about this on Batpig's website).
The speaker calibration (Audyssey) and Dynamic EQ make my somewhat mediocre older speakers sound wonderful. This is a huge selling point to me, compared to older receivers and HTIB setups.
USB port: The USB port is great. It works perfect with my iPod. It is not sluggish when searching through artists, etc. Unfortunately I am limited to only one of the two iPod control modes because I have an older iPod. You can read more about this in the manual. It plays music off USB flash drives too. I can quickly copy a few mp3 from my laptop to a spare USB drive and pop it in the Denon for music.
**Be Aware some people with iPhones and OS4 are reporting issues connecting via USB. This is not Denon's fault as iOS4 was not available to Denon during development and Apple likely changed something internal to the code which broke direct access by third parties. I suspect the person who rated this one star is using iOS4 on their iPhone. There is an article here on how Apple broke direct connect from stereos with iOS4:
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HD Radio: I listen to radio again. The sound is not quite up to CD quality, but it is very good. Much much nicer than standard radio. Almost all the stations in my area come in as HD. (I live in the city center)
I purchased this at an Amazon partner retailer with a coupon code at a very good price.
False Claims About On-Screen Display; Does Not Work With Iphone July 18, 2010
Shampoo Man (Chicago, IL USA)
2 out of 7 found this review helpful
I've had a Denon receiver for ten years (an AVR-2800). I switched to this because I needed one that with HDMI input/output. I'm used to the opaque Denon manuals and non-intuitive interface. However, the AVR-1911 has two debilitating problems.
1) It supposedly has on-screen display. However, this is basically a lie. The unit is clearly focused on HDMI, but if you use HDMI, you effectively cannot use the on-screen display. You have to get up, go over to the unit, and squint at the display on the receiver itself. Not a good deal for something supposedly the hub of an entertainment system.
This is not obvious. In fact, a great deal is made of the OSD (on-screen display) in the advertising for this unit. There are actually two kinds of on-screen display: setup and status. Setup is obvious; status is basically input and volume, with volume obviously being important to see on screen. Setup does have OSD; but it blanks the screen and puts up the OSD. Status, however, does not work ever with HDMI. There is a setting for top/bottom/off, but it does not in fact work.
This is because, as you will see on the Denon FAQs, this must be considered a "low-end" model, which does not upconvert the OSD to high-definition. You have to use S-video or component to get an OSD status display. Too bad for you if you bought this for any HDMI programming--no status display for you.
2) The Ipod USB connection simply does not work. I have a 3GS, which is supposedly supported. All it ever says is "Connection Fail." No mention of that message is in troubleshooting and there is no way to figure out what the problem is. They probably want you to buy a dock.
3) The unit has also frozen three times in three days and required to be unplugged to be restarted.
I'm returning this immediately, and buying a brand that doesn't lie to me.
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