AVR-X4400H

Enjoy immersive multi-channel sound with the Denon AVR-X4400H 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver. It delivers up to 125W of power per channel at 8 Ohms and features Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D compatibility for object-based audio support. Built-in Bluetooth and AirPlay support allow the receiver to wirelessly stream music from compatible sources, such as smartphones and tablets. HDR pass-through is also supported for HDR10, Dolby Vision, and HLG technologies.

Onboard Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity allow the AVR-X4400H to access a variety of Internet-based music sources, like Pandora, SiriusXM, Internet radio, and more. As an added convenience, you can download the free Denon 2016 AVR Remote App to control the receiver from your compatible Android, iOS, or Kindle devices.

With eight HDMI inputs and three HDMI outputs, this receiver can act as a video switcher for your HD source components. It will pass through 3D and 4K signals, and upscale non-UHD signals to near-4K quality for enhanced viewing of lower-resolution sources when paired with a 4K display. The receiver also has a USB port for accessing media stored on USB flash drives. The Audyssey Platinum Suite of sound optimization will help you calibrate the receiver to your speakers and room setup for a tailored listening experience.

HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming, Controlled by the Free HEOS App

Built-in HEOS technology lets the AVR-X4400H to become part of the HEOS wireless multi-room system, allowing you to enjoy your favorite music anywhere around your home. Share music stored on your home network, Internet radio, or streaming services with HEOS wireless speakers or other HEOS-capable receivers throughout the house. And it's all controlled by the free HEOS app, installed on as many compatible smartphones and tablets as you like. The app gives you multi-room audio control, meaning you can command music in every room from any device; play different music from different sources in every room or group several rooms together and play the same song. The HEOS app puts multiple streaming services in the palm of your hand, ready to play on your receiver or any device on your HEOS network. Enjoy music from Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn Internet radio, Amazon Prime Music, iHeartRadio, SiriusXM, SoundCloud, TIDAL, Napster, or Deezer, or use the HEOS app to stream tunes or whole albums from your phone, USB stick, or computers and NAS drives on your home network. Whatever you want to hear, access it directly from the HEOS app, complete with support for favorites and playlist functions.

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro-3D surround sound technologies dispense with channel-based coding in favor of more advanced object-based coding, giving the sound designer the ability to precisely place sounds anywhere in the 3-dimensional space.

HDMI 2.0a Connectivity; HDCP 2.2 Compatible; ISF-Certified

With eight HDMI inputs (including one located on the front panel) and three HDMI outputs, all of which are compatible with HDMI 2.0a, the AVR-X4400H's video section supports 4K Ultra HD 60Hz video, 4:4:4 Pure Color sub-sampling, High Dynamic Range (HDR), 21:9 video, 3D, and BT.2020 pass-through support on every input. It also features HDCP 2.2 compatibility, a requirement for 4K Ultra HD copy-protected content, ensuring compatibility with Blu-ray disc players, set-top boxes, and other 4K Ultra HD sources. In addition, the video processor can upscale analog and digital SD and HD video to near-4K Ultra HD resolution. Certified by the Imaging Science Foundation, the AVR-X4400H features a suite of video calibration controls (for use by an ISF technician), along with ISF Day and ISF Night video modes.

Denon Link HD, AL32 Multi-Channel Processing

The Denon Link HD system, available when the AVR-X4400H is used with a compatible Denon Blu-ray player, is designed to create a high-accuracy digital link with a dedicated connection for master clock data to eliminate distortion caused by jitter errors in the main audio datastream. Meanwhile, AL32 Multi-Channel Processing provides high-resolution digital audio filtering and precision on all the audio channels to deliver music with augmented high-frequency detail along with a smooth, natural midrange, creating a natural soundstage with enhanced imaging.

4th-Generation DSP Processors

In order to handle the multitude of digital audio decoding and processing functions, the AVR-X4400H features a DSP audio processing system that incorporates four 4th-generation SHARC DSP processors, which together have a combined continuous processing capability of 10 GFLOPS (10 billion floating point numerical computations per second).

High-Resolution Audio

Discover the fidelity of high resolution audio tracks with the AVR-X4400H's ability to decode up to 24-bit/192 kHz lossless files (FLAC and WAV; ALAC/Apple Lossless), DSD 2.8 MHz (the audiophile format of SACD), and 5.6 MHz tracks. Play them from memory devices via the front-panel USB or from network sources; the AVR-X4400H will also play lossy file types such as MP3 and WMA.

Built-In Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and AirPlay Capability

Featuring Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless streaming connectivity, the AVR-X4400H is equipped with a dual-antenna system for enhanced streaming even in congested environments. Connected to the Internet through your home Wi-Fi network or with a hard-wired connection via the RJ-45 Ethernet LAN port, it allows you to enjoy your favorite tracks from streaming music services, such as Spotify Connect. You can also choose from thousands of Internet radio stations from around the world and enjoy music and speech entertainment of virtually every genre. Apple AirPlay lets you play your favorite tracks wirelessly from your compatible iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad, and via network streaming you can listen to music files stored on your home Windows or Mac computer or NAS devices.

Denon 2016 AVR Remote App

With the free Denon 2016 AVR Remote app for iOS, Android, and Kindle Fire, you can control the receiver's operation and access its setup menu from a smartphone or tablet. The app also gives you access to the receiver's status display, option menus, Denon Blu-ray player control, and an online owner's manual for your convenience. Inside the app, you can switch instantly to the HEOS App to access additional control over your music contents and streaming services, plus full HEOS wireless multi-room control.

9-Channel Discrete Amplifier with ECO Mode

The AVR-X4400H features a power amplifier section with all 9 channels configured identically, employing discrete high-current-capable power transistors. Each channel is rated at 125 watts (8 Ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.05% THD) and all channels are able to safely drive lower impedance speakers (down to 4 Ohms). Denon's ECO mode adjusts power consumption according to signal level, and there's an on-screen ECO Mode display that lets you see in real time how much energy ECO mode is saving. Additionally, the 9-channel amplification allows for setting up a 7.1.2- or 5.1.4-channel 3D experience without the need for an external amplifier. By using an external amplifier, the setup can get extended to 7.1.4, as the AVR-X4400H features 11.2-channel processing. If not in use for 3D audio, the integrated amplifiers can get assigned to drive another pair of speakers in a second audio zone running a different source than the main room.

Dual Subwoofer Outputs

A single subwoofer can give an uneven bass response at the main listening position, with audible peaks and dips. The AVR-X4400H provides connectivity for two subwoofers; positioned in different locations, they will even-out the low frequencies for more accurate bass anywhere in the listening area. It also provides Audyssey Sub EQ HT to give individual tailoring of each subwoofer via digital signal processing.

Smart TV Connectivity

Using the HDMI CEC (consumer electronics control) functionality provided on some smart TVs, it's possible to control Denon receivers with the TV's remote. Set the receiver's "HDMI control" to ON, choose the "Smart Menu" receiver control function on the TV, and the Smart Menu home screen allows direct access to a range of receiver functions, including source and surround mode, the main setup menu, and the Smart Select "one-touch" presets.

Audyssey Room Correction Suite

Equipped with the Audyssey Platinum suite of DSP algorithms, the AVR-X4400H features Audyssey MultEQ XT32 automatic room acoustic correction. With the supplied microphone, MultEQ XT32 analyzes each speaker's output (including the subwoofers) at up to eight measurement locations and generates digital filters that optimize each channel for the correct frequency and time domain response. Audyssey Dynamic Volume smooths out annoying jumps in volume, such as TV commercials, letting you listen at lower levels and still enjoy clear dialogue, music, and sound effects. Audyssey Dynamic EQ provides tonal tailoring for full-range clarity at nearly any listening level. Audyssey Low Frequency Containment uses psychoacoustic algorithms to deliver a full-range tonal balance, including deep bass, but without disturbing close-by neighbors or family members in other rooms. It also features a multi-step adjustment that lets you dial-in the amount of containment to your preference. Audyssey Sub EQ HT provides individual DSP tailoring of each subwoofer in a dual-subwoofer setup for deeper bass with improved definition compared to a single-subwoofer configuration.

Audyssey MultEQ Editor App

This app allows you to view and customize the sound more precisely to the specifics of your room, and tailor it to your personal preferences. The app provides functionality to view the speaker detection results, view the before and after results of the Audyssey calibration, edit the resulting Audyssey curve for each channel pair, adjust the overall EQ frequency rolloff for each channel pair, and adjust the target sound curve high-frequency rolloff. The Audyssey MultEQ app is available for purchase from the Apple App Store, Google Play, or the Amazon app store.

Wired Multi-Source/Multi-Zone Support

You can enjoy your favorite movie in the main room while others enjoy stereo sound from different sources in two other rooms, because the AVR-X4400H is equipped with pre-amp outputs for a 2nd zone and 3rd zone. There's also a dedicated HDMI output for 2nd-zone audio and video so you can watch and enjoy two different video sources at the same time.

Designed for Easy Setup and Use

The AVR-X4400H's graphic on-screen display is designed to be easy to understand as it guides you through the set-up process to ensure the correct configuration. The Setup Assistant and the included Quick Start Guide together provide easy setup instructions, leading you step-by-step to optimize critical settings for the best possible sound and video quality with the rest of your system.

Easy-to-Use Quick Select Functions

Four Quick Select function buttons on the front panel and the remote control let you choose your favorite sources; each one remembers your preferred set-up and sound mode for that source, and you can use them to store your favorite Internet radio stations.

Front-Panel USB Port

With the front-panel USB port, you can connect a USB drive and listen to files from MP3 to high-resolution DSD (2.8/5.6 MHz) and lossless FLAC (up to 24-bit/192 kHz).

Color-Coded 4-Way Speaker Terminals

The speaker terminals feature 4-way connection capability to handle a number of speaker cable terminations, including banana plugs. They're also color-coded to help ensure the correct hook-up, with matching color-coded labels for your speaker cables supplied.

External Control and IP Control Capabilities

As part of Denon's IN-Command series of custom-integration-friendly A/V components, the AVR-X4400H is equipped with a range of features that provide enhanced control capabilities and compatibility with third party and custom integration solutions. For remote control compatibility with other components in your home theater system, the AVR-X4400H features an IR (infrared) remote control input and remote control output on the rear panel, along with dual 12V trigger outputs. The receiver can also be set up and operated by a home computer on the network via IP control, either via wired LAN connection or via Wi-Fi wireless connection. For direct connection to external home automation and control equipment, the AVR-X4400H is equipped with an RS-232C serial port. The AVR-X4400H also features Control4 SDDP (Simple Device Detection Protocol) and Crestron Connected certification for quick and easy integration with Control4 and Crestron home automation equipment.

eARC Object-Based Audio Support via Future Firmware Update

eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) supports object-based audio pass-through from your display to the receiver, allowing you to enjoy Dolby Atmos and DTS:X from your display's apps with a single HDMI connection to help simplify setup. eARC is scheduled to be made available via a future firmware update.

Main Unit
Output Power    
125 W per channel @ 8 Ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.05% THD
165 W per channel @ 6 Ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7% THD, 2-channel driven
235 W per channel @ 6 Ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1-channel driven
Maximum Output Power    
235 W per channel
Output Impedance    
4 to 16 Ohms
Channels    
9.2
Tuner    
AM / FM
Input Sensitivity/Impedance    
Preamplifier: 200 mV / 47 kOhms
Frequency Response    
Preamplifier: 10 Hz to 100 kHz (+1, -3 dB) (Direct mode)
Signal to Noise Ratio    
Preamplifier: 100 dB (IHF-A weighted, Direct mode)
Surround Modes    
DTS: DTS HD Master, DTS Neural:X; DTS Virtual:X-ready
Dolby: Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Surround
Object-Based Audio Support    
Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
Video
Upscaling    
Yes, to near-4K
Pass-Through    
4K/60 Hz, 4:4:4 color resolution, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG, BT.2020, 3D, CEC
HDMI Version    
2.0a
HDCP Version    
2.2
Tuner Section
FM Frequency Range    
87.5 to 107.9 MHz
AM Frequency Range    
520 to 1710 kHz
Connectivity
Bluetooth    
Yes
Wi-Fi    
Yes
AirPlay    
Yes
Inputs    
8 x HDMI (1 front)
2 x optical TOSLINK
2 x digital coaxial
2 x component video
4 x composite video (1 front)
7 x stereo RCA audio (1 front, 1 phono)
1 x USB (front)
Outputs    
3 x HDMI (1 ARC-compatible, 1 Zone 2)
2 x composite video
1 x component video
1 x 2-channel Zone 2 stereo pre-out
1 x 2-channel Zone 3 stereo pre-out
1 x 11.2-channel pre-out
1 x 1/4" (6.35 mm) headphone (front)
Other Ports    
1 x setup microphone input (front)
1 x Denon Link HD
1 x FM tuner antenna
1 x AM tuner antenna
2 x Bluetooth / Wi-Fi antenna
1 x Ethernet
1 x AC power cord
1 x IR remote in
1 x IR remote out
1 x RS-232C
2 x trigger out (12 VDC, 150 mA max)
Speaker Connectors    
11 x binding post pairs
HDMI CEC    
Yes
Audio Return Channel (ARC)    
Yes, on main HDMI output
HDCP Compliance    
HDCP 2.2 on all ports
General
Front Panel    
Aluminum with trap-door
On-Screen Display    
Yes
Power Requirements    
240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption    
Operational: 710 W
Operational, No Sound, ECO On: 65 W
Operational, No Sound, ECO Off: 110 W
Standby: 0.1 W
CEC Standby: 0.5 W
Dimensions    
17.1 x 6.6 x 15.3" (43.4 x 16.7. x 38.9 cm)
Weight    
30.2 lb (13.7 kg)