Center speaker not working in Auto mode

[prashant80]

Hi Experts,

When auto mode is on through denon remote,no sound coming through center speaker.When i switch to Direct mode then its working.

I have done some basic checks.plz suggest on how to resolve this.
1.have checked all cables & connection,are working fine
2.TV output is also on auto mode
3.Checked other modes like multi channel,Virtual where center speaker working fine.
4.have recalibrated through auddysy but same result.

My setup.
1.Denon x1400H
2.Two floor standing,One center speaker & 1 Sub

plz suugest

 

[ssf]

That is how auto mode works. If your TV is sending two channel signal then only the left and right speakers will play. If more than two channel signal is being sent (like via Netflix), the center and surround channels will play.

So, center speaker playing will depend upon the source signal when receiver is set to AUTO.

 

[efernand1]

Hi Experts,

When auto mode is on through denon remote,no sound coming through center speaker.When i switch to Direct mode then its working.

I have done some basic checks.plz suggest on how to resolve this.
1.have checked all cables & connection,are working fine
2.TV output is also on auto mode
3.Checked other modes like multi channel,Virtual where center speaker working fine.
4.have recalibrated through auddysy but same result.

My setup.
1.Denon x1400H
2.Two floor standing,One center speaker & 1 Sub

plz suugest

As already shared by @ssf ir depends what your source is outputting / sending to the AVR.

f you want to ensure all speakers work as needed. Set the Output of the source to Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital Plus.

I have a Firestick (3rd Gen 2021) which is hooked to the Marantz SR series AVR I use. I kept the Audio Settings on Firestick as Best Available. If the OTT content is 2.0 then obviously it will only send L+R signals which then you can adjust the AVR to convert the same to Multi Channel as needed. If its Atmos or DD+. it shows and accordingly the AVR will output the sounds.

 

[prashant80]

That is how auto mode works. If your TV is sending two channel signal then only the left and right speakers will play. If more than two channel signal is being sent (like via Netflix), the center and surround channels will play.

So, center speaker playing will depend upon the source signal when receiver is set to AUTO.

Thanks fo reply.
My source of content is attached external drive to TV through USB.Earlier same used & was getting DD+ through auto mode & center speaker was also working.But now its not working in auto mode yes but working in Direct mode.As the source is same for auto & direct mode.

plz suggest

 

[ssf]

Has any settings changed in your TV ? Please check if sound output is set to PCM or auto. If it is set to PCM, change it to AUTO or any other mode that your TV supports for 5.1 audio. Although PCM supports multichannel audio, PCM in most TV's mean 2.0.

Also, in Direct Mode, the receiver disables features like Audyssey, DSP, crossovers etc. In this mode, the centre channel should not output any sound. If you are getting centre channel output in Direct Mode, something is wrong somewhere in your Receiver.

 

[prashant80]

Has any settings changed in your TV ? Please check if sound output is set to PCM or auto. If it is set to PCM, change it to AUTO or any other mode that your TV supports for 5.1 audio. Although PCM supports multichannel audio, PCM in most TV's mean 2.0.

Also, in Direct Mode, the receiver disables features like Audyssey, DSP, crossovers etc. In this mode, the centre channel should not output any sound. If you are getting centre channel output in Direct Mode, something is wrong somewhere in your Receiver.

Should i reset avr. will it fix the issue

 

[ssf]

Should i reset avr. will it fix the issue

Can't say for sure but you try. Don't forgot to run Audyssey after the reset.

 

[prashant80]

Can't say for sure but you try. Don't forgot to run Audyssey after the reset.

hi does amp assign affect the output.My current setup- 2 Floor standing,one center & one sub.Dont know how to set amp.After i ran audyssey amp assign shows ZONE 2.Is it correct or i need to change there.

 

[ssf]

In my Marantz receiver, I have set the assign mode to 9.1 ch. Set yours accordingly to 9.1 or 7.1 or 5.1 if you have the option and floor to 5 ch.

If your denon has a setup Assistant, run it and follow the prompts. In your case, the floor channel configuration will be 5.1 but select only front left, front right, center and sub.

 

[prashant80]

In my Marantz receiver, I have set the assign mode to 9.1 ch. Set yours accordingly to 9.1 or 7.1 or 5.1 if you have the option and floor to 5 ch.

If your denon has a setup Assistant, run it and follow the prompts. In your case, the floor channel configuration will be 5.1 but select only front left, front right, center and sub.

Hi In my Denon x1400 there is no such option to select like 5.1 0r 7.1.it only shows in amp assign optin like- Zone2,biamp,surroud ,front dolby etc.
I have already selected actual hardware in setup assistant but no luck.
Dont know whether its setting issue or AVR issue

 

[ssf]

If you don't have the option of 5.1 or 7.1, surround dolby is the closest I can think of. Try that. It says that 5.1 can be set in all amp assign modes.

In the speaker config, you could disable the surround speakers.

See if the test tones identifying the correct speakers.

A bit difficult for me to accurately guide you as I have not used your receiver before. Also, you could go through the manual linked below to see if you find anything useful.

https://manuals.denon.com/AVRX1400H/EU/EN/OBAOSYvlwiaqiz.php

 

[prashant80]

If you don't have the option of 5.1 or 7.1, surround dolby is the closest I can think of. Try that. It says that 5.1 can be set in all amp assign modes.

In the speaker config, you could disable the surround speakers.

See if the test tones identifying the correct speakers.

A bit difficult for me to accurately guide you as I have not used your receiver before. Also, you could go through the manual linked below to see if you find anything useful.

https://manuals.denon.com/AVRX1400H/EU/EN/OBAOSYvlwiaqiz.php

i will check video.Hi can i get your no if its ok with you to get guidance on this issue

 

[ssf]

Sent you my number in DM

 

[prashant80]

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Hi.i again chekced all
1.Physical wiring found ok
2.Ran AVR reset
3.RAn audussey again
4.Tried different fomat videos
5.output signal info shows L,R & center are working
6.Center working in direct,multichannel mode

but still not working in auto mode.

 

[ssf]

Hi.i again chekced all
1.Physical wiring found ok
2.Ran AVR reset
3.RAn audussey again
4.Tried different fomat videos
5.output signal info shows L,R & center are working
6.Center working in direct,multichannel mode

but still not working in auto mode.

Does it work via Netflix and Auto ? Did you check the TV sound settings ?

 

[prashant80]

Does it work via Netflix and Auto ? Did you check the TV sound settings ?

Hi,Dont have netflix.TV setting checked.TV is also on auto mode

 

[ssf]

Looks like it could be a problem with the receiver itself as a reset also did not work. It would be ideal if you could test it with a multi channel source other than the one you are currently using before sending the receiver for service.