The Official Denon AVR-2309CI Receiver Thread

[BoneWSO]

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The Denon AVR-2309CI will fill your room with detailed, enveloping surround sound. This future-ready receiver teams seven channels of high-current amplification with sophisticated digital processing to deliver a riveting home theater experience. You get decoding for the latest surround sound formats, including Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD™ Master Audio — two high-resolution surround sound formats available with many newer Blu-ray players and discs.
Four HDMI inputs plus 1080p video upconversion
The '2309CI features 1080p HDMI switching for four high-def video sources. Analog-to-HDMI conversion lets you send all your video sources to an HDMI-capable TV using a single digital cable, simplifying hookup and maximizing picture quality for each source. Plus, when you use the receiver's HDMI output, it can upgrade your non-HD video sources to resolutions as high as 1080p, for a better match with your HDTV's high-res display.
Precision auto setup tailors sound to your room
For the most accurate home theater sound possible, Denon equipped this receiver with Audyssey MultEQ®, a sophisticated automatic speaker calibration system. The '2309CI uses the included microphone to analyze sound from up to six different listening positions, then automatically adjusts level, equalization, and delay settings for each of your speakers. You get precise response across a wide listening area instead of just a single "sweet spot," so everyone in the room can enjoy optimized home theater sound.
Superior sound quality from every source
Beefy Denon construction includes twin independent power transformers plus six independent power supply circuits to ensure your music and movie sound always comes through strong and clear, even during heavy dynamic peaks. Pure Direct mode shuts down all unneeded circuitry and the front-panel display to eliminate any potential interference, giving you the cleanest possible audio.


Details:

• 100 watts x 7 into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.05% THD
• Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD™ Master Audio, Dolby® Digital Plus, DTS-HD™ High Resolution Audio, Dolby® Digital EX, DTS-ES™, Pro Logic® IIx, and DTS Neo:6 decoding
• Audyssey Laboratories' MultEQ six-point auto setup and room calibration system (microphone included)
• XM Satellite Radio Ready
• Neural Surround decoder for XM's HD Surround channels
• SIRIUS satellite radio capable (requires SIRIUS subscription and optional SiriusConnect™ home tuner kit)
• iPod® integration (requires optional Denon ASD-11R, ASD-3N, or ASD-3W)
• Compressed Audio Restorer for better sound with compressed music sources like MP3 files
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume mode to keep listening levels steady
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ for fuller sound at lower listening levels
• dual-room/dual-source audio (powered and line-level stereo audio output for 2nd room; using powered 2nd-room output allows 5.1 home theater in main room)
• high-current, low-impedance amp design
• Pure Direct modes switch off all unused circuitry for the cleanest possible sound
• 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters for all channels
• on-screen display for easier system setup and operation
• learning/multibrand remote
• basic remote for 2nd listening room (requires remote control extender system, not included)
• 17-1/8"W x 6-3/4"H x 16-15/16"D
• warranty: 2 years

Connections:

• 1080p-compatible HDMI digital video switching (4 in, 1 out)
• analog-to-HDMI video upconversion (up to 1080p) with Faroudja DCDi™ video processing and scaling
• HDMI version 1.3a with support for Deep Color, x.v.Color, auto lip-sync, 7.1 uncompressed 24/96 audio, DVD-Audio, SACD, and HDMI-CEC
• component video switching (3 in, 1 out)
• component video conversion (composite to S-video, or composite and S-video to component)
• digital audio inputs: 3 optical (including 1 front panel), 2 coaxial
• digital audio outputs: 1 optical
• 5 audio/video inputs, including:
  • 1 front-panel input with composite and S-video
  • 4 rear-panel inputs with composite and S-video
• 3 audio-only inputs (including phono)
• 7.1-channel analog audio preamp input
• RS-232C port for automated control systems
• detachable power cord
• 2 sets of main speaker outputs
• back surround speaker channels re-assignable for bi-amping front left and right speakers

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Denon Product Description

[BoneWSO]

I couldn't find a specific thread for this receiver before I bought it and decided since I just received it in the mail I would start an official thread for others out there who may be in the same boat I was. I'll include official reviews in the first post and I'll also update after Thanksgiving with my own review. Enjoy.

[ozzman]

I had a Denon 787(7.1) before i bought my Yamaha.I loved it. i can only imagine how good this reciever would be in my setup.Denon rocks

Thats my 2 cent

[BoneWSO]

It's killing me to not be able to play with my new toy yet. The day it arrived from ups I left on a trip and I won't be back home until Friday. My new baby is sitting at home in it's box 1000 miles away from me. I can't wait to hear it, especially since I haven't had a receiver in 3 years, and my Infinity speakers have been set up in the living room since July.

[Galley]

Very nice! The 2809CI is on my wishlist.

[BoneWSO]

I really wanted to get the 2809 but settled for the 2309 since I found a deal for it and got it for $599. I couldn't pass it up, for a brand new receiver that isn't a refurb it was quite the steal.

[Galley]

Originally Posted by BoneWSO

I really wanted to get the 2809 but settled for the 2309 since I found a deal for it and got it for $599. I couldn't pass it up, for a brand new receiver that isn't a refurb it was quite the steal.

I probably would've done the same thing.

[BoneWSO]

I've never had a Denon before, only Sony receivers. Can't wait to try this bad boy out when I get home.

[MD11]

I couldn't get an answer in the 3808 thread, so forgive me for invading your thread.. but I had to ask, incase someone here has a sony Blue Ray player... Does anyone have a good code for the remote (RC-1068) for the Denon AVRs?

thanks

[jpm35216]

Originally Posted by BoneWSO

I really wanted to get the 2809 but settled for the 2309 since I found a deal for it and got it for $599. I couldn't pass it up, for a brand new receiver that isn't a refurb it was quite the steal.

Where did you get that price?!?! Do you think I could price match at Best Buy? I have store credit there...

[crackinhedz]

Originally Posted by jpm35216

Where did you get that price?!?! Do you think I could price match at Best Buy? I have store credit there...

6AVE.COM
coupon code: AFLAUD25

25% off!

[zinfella]

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

6AVE.COM
coupon code: AFLAUD25

25% off!

It didn't bother you that 6th Ave is not listed as an authorized Denon dealer? What happens if you need service?

[ryoohki]

Originally Posted by zinfella

It didn't bother you that 6th Ave is not listed as an authorized Denon dealer? What happens if you need service?

Yes they are
http://www.usa.denon.com/OnlineETailers.asp

[zinfella]

Originally Posted by ryoohki

Yes they are
http://www.usa.denon.com/OnlineETailers.asp

Doesn't matter now, that coupon doesn't work.

[AlexG]

Originally Posted by zinfella

Doesn't matter now, that coupon doesn't work.

The coupon code still works....$561.75 with free shipping.

Also how legitimate is 6th Avenue Electronics?....never heard of them until now...

[zinfella]

Originally Posted by AlexG

The coupon code still works....$561.75 with free shipping.

Also how legitimate is 6th Avenue Electronics?....never heard of them until now...

Well, I'll be a monkey's.................

Now, if I can get some solid info about whether or not I should ignore the 2 year new warranty, and buy a 2309CI refurb, with a 90 day Denon warranty, I'll be able to make a decision.

[crackinhedz]

Originally Posted by AlexG

Also how legitimate is 6th Avenue Electronics?

they are very legitimate. Couple of members here just bought Panasonic plasmas from them...my dad also bought a Pioneer Plasma. Arrived in excellent condition.

They have been in business for many years.

[dougy]

Originally Posted by AlexG

The coupon code still works....$561.75 with free shipping.

Also how legitimate is 6th Avenue Electronics?....never heard of them until now...

Why are they so cheap compared to others? I am wanting to upgrade my receiver as well and I can't pass up this price!

[crackinhedz]

Originally Posted by dougy

Why are they so cheap compared to others?

they don't have to go through middle man, pay for advertisement...etc

AUTHORIZED DENON ONLINE E-TAILERS

6ave is authorized dealer.

[dougy]

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

they don't have to go through middle man, pay for advertisement...etc

AUTHORIZED DENON ONLINE E-TAILERS

6ave is authorized dealer.

I usually buy everything through amazon but amazon is $749. I'm rather surprised by that.