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Denon X4800H random fluttering relay sound when turning on

October 22nd? Wouldn’t December 2022 make a lot more sense?

Regarding replacement: Any chance that switching to AVR-X4800H would make things easier?
I was going to say the same thing regarding the serial number!

OP appears to live in the EU where they only have the AVC-X4800H and not the AVR-X4800H! I think the biggest difference for them is the lack of a radio!
 
October 22nd? Wouldn’t December 2022 make a lot more sense?

Regarding replacement: Any chance that switching to AVR-X4800H would make things easier?
Yes, of course, It's December. Edited.
 
I think the models are named AVC in those markets where a radio tuner is not included. (Like Australia in my case). AVR for markets where one is, like USA.
 
I was going to say the same thing regarding the serial number!

OP appears to live in the EU where they only have the AVC-X4800H and not the AVR-X4800H! I think the biggest difference for them is the lack of a radio!
AVR's are no longer available in the EU/UK. In my country, all AM have ceased and only 5 FM stations are still active. Most of the radio stations are only internet-based.
 
Denon support seems to be ignoring all of my support tickets... My issue is still unresolved. I got a replacement AVR with the exact same problem and even with a new one (hum noise during Audyssey measuements..) and I'm unable to get any response from Denon...

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Denon support seems to be ignoring all of my support tickets... My issue is still unresolved. I got a replacement AVR with the exact same problem and even with a new one (hum noise during Audyssey measuements..) and I'm unable to get any response from Denon...

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You can give a 3800 a try and call it a day!
 
Denon support seems to be ignoring all of my support tickets... My issue is still unresolved. I got a replacement AVR with the exact same problem and even with a new one (hum noise during Audyssey measuements..) and I'm unable to get any response from Denon...

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You must escalate the issue. Demand a manager and tell them you will sue them if no proper service is provided. If you tell them you will sue them you must mean business so they take you very seriously.
 
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After escalating the issue to Denon's management, I got their technical team to respond. The noise is caused by the surrounding plates near the main transformer. When the transformer is energized, the strong magnetic field is formed due to an inrush current surge which pulls the plate causing it to vibrate shortly.

The phenomenon is harmless and should have no long term impact according to Denon support.
The problem is rare and only affects a subset of devices manufactured in 2022. Their suggestion is to either get the unit serviced by enforcing the plates and adding some foamy insulation which can be done at the local service lab, or, work with the store to have it replaced since the problem was discovered out of the box.

I'm now waiting for the store owner to decide (no return policy here. neither no replacement once the product was taken out of the store). The local service center are also involved and trying to find a solution.


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After escalating the issue to Denon's management, I got their technical team to respond. The noise is caused by the surrounding plates near the main transformer. When the transformer is energized, the strong magnetic field is formed due to an inrush current surge which pulls the plate causing it to vibrate shortly.

The phenomenon is harmless and should have no long term impact according to Denon support.
The problem is rare and only affects a subset of devices manufactured in 2022. Their suggestion is to either get the unit serviced by enforcing the plates and adding some foamy insulation which can be done at the local service lab, or, work with the store to have it replaced since the problem was discovered out of the box.

I'm now waiting for the store owner to decide (no return policy here. neither no replacement once the product was taken out of the store). The local service center are also involved and trying to find a solution.


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Good... Make sure you get the service and product that you paid for... It is illegal to charge for a product or service and not provide that product or service.
 
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