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Denon AVR-2307CI - AV receiver - 7.1 channel | 
| Brand: Denon
Category: CE
Buy Used: $399.00
New (1) Used (1) from $399.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 7615
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 34
MPN: AVR-2307CI
Model: 2307CI
UPC: 081757507103
EAN: 0081757507103
ASIN: B000IF38GA
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding, including Dolby Pro Logic IIx Cinema, Game and Music modes | | • | dts decoding - including dts 96/24 5.1 for DVD-Video, dts ES Discrete 6.1, ES Matrix 6.1, and Neo - 6 Cinema & Music modes | | • | 7 channels equal power amplifier section with 100 watts per channel (8 ohms, 20 - 20kHz, <0.05% THD) | | • | 2 Source/Zone Audio and Video | | • | 1080p compatible HDMI switching (2 in/1 out) / Analog video to HDMI output conversion / Video conversion to Component |
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Product Description
The AVR-2307CI has been designed with technical improvements to bring it to CI status, making it the choice of installers for applications in the mid priced HD home theater environment. HDMI 1080p digital video circuits have been added to accommodate HD digital video sources such as cable and satellite set top boxes. Video up conversion to HDMI as also been added so that Composite, S-Video and Component sources can be sent out the same HDMI connection to the HD monitor for ease of use. Add to that auto calibration, 7 DSP surround modes, and a litany of adjustments, and you will find this receiver to deliver top performance in the current fast paced Hi Tech home theater world.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Only last 10 hours and dead November 5, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought one in July, played about 4-5 movies, and it's DEAD, I opened the metal top enclosure as I wonder maybe the fuse was burned, well, I can't believe what I saw, the 2 AC input receptacle housing metal contacts were loosen from the PCBA, it seems to me a defect of "cold solder", the other AC bypass housing was came off the PCB as well, no wonder when I set it up, the AC outlet on the back has never been worked!
Terrible quality assurance, this cold solder should never pass the "vibration test".
 A Great AV Receiver! February 22, 2007
17 out of 17 found this review helpful
I feel I have gathered enough experience on the Denon AVR-2307CI in the past 5 weeks to be comfortable to share my opinions with others.
Prior to purchasing the 2307CI I did my homework and found the two major complaints against the 2307CI are
1) the layout of the remote control, and
2) the receiver's on-screen menu is only visible in 480i mode.
Neither deters me from making the purchase because 1) I use a JP1 compliant universal programmable remote control for my home theater to replace all the remote controls that came with each component; there is no way I will be able to live with the cluster of 6 remotes :)
As for 2) I don't find myself venturing into the receiver's setup menu often once it's set up properly. On the rare occasion I need to do that after the initial setup, I can always switch to a component/device that's not connected such as phono; and the video output automatically switches to 480i. There are 9 inputs on the 2307CI so I don't foresee running out of unused inputs in the near future for my setup. Keep in mind this 480i restriction only applies to the 2307's own on-screen menu, other components' menu will show independent of the resolution.
Video:
Currently I have two DVD players, a DVR, a VCR, an external video processor, and a laser disc player connected to the 2307CI, and the 2307CI's HDMI output goes to the Toshiba 62" HDTV. They all work perfectly. The devices with analog component video outputs get converted to HDMI with zero problem. The quality of the converted video is the same as the cable analog channels. There is some video delay as mentioned by the other reviewer, but in my case it's only two seconds instead of minutes, more than acceptable to me. As a matter of fact, I chose Denon over comparable Onkyo A/V receivers for exactly this reason: more reliable HDMI implementations.
Audio:
As mentioned by many other reviewers, the sound quality is very good for home theater systems. Now don't try to compare the 2307CI to true audiophile components, that's just not fair. My mono-block amplifier for a single channel alone costs more than the 2307CI. But for watching movies and broadcast programs the 2307CI renders high quality sounds.
Installation and User Manual:
I found the installation to be relatively straight-forward. Yes, it would probably take more than a couple of hours to set it up, especially if you have more than a couple of components in your system. But the procedure is very straight-forward. Though I must admit this is not my first home theater system; to the uninitiated the installation may seem more complicated. Though I still don't quite understand the reason for the other reviewer having to connect the DVD recorder directly to the TV. I have only one HDMI cable going from the 2307CI to my HDTV; all the other components/devices are connected to/through the 2307 so the great mass of cables stay where they belong - behind the cabinet and invisible.
It's obvious at least parts of the user manual were translated from Japanese and it's not the best translation possible. Yet I still find the user manual sufficiently informative. One must keep in mind that this is a sophisticated piece of equipment that performs multiple functions; it's very difficult to cover all possible scenarios without knowing exactly what other equipment and in what combination they are used with the 2307.
Pros:
In a nutshell, I find the 2307 an excellent A/V receiver in its price range.
Cons:
Installation could require some work if this is your first time setting up a home theater system. And the layout of the remote can use some improvement.
Video delay January 30, 2007
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
I purchased a new system from a local authorized Denon store who is a reputable audio/video dealer. They came and unpacked the boxes and set up my system including an Aquos 42" LCD HD TV, the Denon 2307CI, etc. to mate with my new HDDVR from DirecTV. The set up included use of HDMI cables for all video and audio between the new components. After set up everything seemed to be working fine until the first time I turned it on when the technician wasn't present. When turning on the receiver and TV for the first time in the day or after it has been off for an hour or so the audio comes on and the video won't come on until fully 5 or more minutes when trying to view the HDDVR. This is insane as the over the air signal is immediately on. We have exchanged the monster cables added a high quality monster surge protector and tried almost every imaginable programming variation on the Aquos and Denon including varying which unit I turn on first and second, etc. but to no avail. The audio will come on and the video won't despite the apparent correct settings. If anyone has a solution maybe a programming trick for the Denon 2307 other than changing out the Denon 2307 for their 2807 please let me know at dberkus@pacbell.net.
 Oh, the horror of the remote... December 1, 2006
10 out of 12 found this review helpful
This is my first Denon product I've purchased. I was looking at this model, and the step up--the 2807. I do not have a HD monitor yet. My budget was in the $800-$1100 range. I've had my unit for almost exactly a month, and not too much time to use it, but enough so that I feel I need to write this review...
If you do some homework on looking for a receiver, Denon will inevitably come your way. They have a good reputation for performance, value, and customer service, which I find important. In order to safeguard yourself in the event that you do need to utilize the latter, be sure to buy from an authorized dealer. I purchased mine from Onecall, aka Huppins, located in Spokane, WA.
All the technical abilities of this machine are clearly highlighted via many online sources, so I really won't get into those. Just look and ye shall find. It does a remarkable job for its price range. I love the actual unit. Hefty, plenty of power, inputs and outputs - both digital and analog. Ease of use for all the buttons on the front of the unit.
You will note in findings that yes, the on-screen display is only output in 480i, which seems like a big oversight once one considers Denon's ravings on its HD performance. I don't have HD capabilities yet, so I can't comment on its HD abilities.
I found the onscreen displays on my soon-to-be archaic tube tv great for setup. And speaking of setup--the options are immense. You could spend hours tinkering with the setups. Anything from audio delay syncs from your DVD player, to manual EQ setup for different frequencies on speakers. Amazing...
My one HUGE gripe is the remote control... Oh, my this thing is a piece of junk. Two-sided, and clumsy. Had I been able to see and use the remote, I probably would not have bought it. The two-sided annoyance: Many of the main functions are available on the front - some (not all) of the input selections, volume, etc. There are secondary fuctions applied to some of the functions. Take a look at some images online. For instance, the DVD input selection mode. unless you look at the remote from just the right angle, it's yellow printed lettering is totally unreadable, as are any of the yellow lettering. In the month that I've had this, the paint on the 'play' button and the '+' for advancing chapters has noticable wear. Say you want to watch your tv - you press the 'tv' input button. Then you have to switch one of the dials on the bottom section of the remote to 'tv' as well in order to utilize any of the other buttons to use the tv. OK, fine. Now I want to listen to a cd on my cd player. Well, in order to do that first you must make sure the left, bottom switch is on 'audio' (opposed to 'video'), then you must flip the remote to the other side and open the flimsy door, find the 'cd' selection and press. What? Seems like a cd player is a pretty common, well-used appliance... Why is it not on the front of the remote? Come to think of it; why aren't all the input functions on the front of the remote? I could go on and on...
Bottom line: absolutely 5 stars for the receiver. 1 star for the remote.
 Installation a nightmare, but product works great! November 28, 2006
5 out of 8 found this review helpful
The quality of this receiver seems quite good, but the manual translated from Japanese is the worst I have ever seen. If you buy this, it is probably best to ignore the manual - even the Denon technical person said the manual contained many errors due to translation - the wiring diagrams are useless. I have a DirecTV HD DVR, DVD recorder, CD player, 5.1 Surround Sound with "Zone2" speakers throughout house, and HD TV with 5 inputs (one HDMI). The HDMI setup to the TV was simple, the DVD Recorder video had to go directly to TV, with audio through VCR-1; the manual is wrong. If you use Zone2, make sure you set P.Amp Assign of Surround Back to Zone2.
Bottom line: prepare to spend considerable time getting this to work!
Update - Now that I am more familiar with the product I would increase my rating, but due to the installation issues (and poor manual) the pruct must take a hit.
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