Denon DCD-3000NE User guide

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DCD-3000NE

SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYER

Owner’s Manual

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Accessories

Inserting the batteries Operating range of the remote control unit

Part names and functions

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Connections

Connecting an amplifier

Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors

Connecting the timer device

Connecting the power cord

Playback

Basic operation

Turning the power on Switching the power to standby Switching the display’s brightness Switching the pure direct mode Setting the top priority playback layer for Super Audio CDs

Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs

Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs Playing tracks in a specific order (Program playback)

Playing Data CDs and Data DVDs

Playing files

Using the timer play function

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Settings

Setting the auto standby mode

Tips

Tips Troubleshooting

Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Display on this unit shows nothing No sound comes out Sound is interrupted or noise occurs Cannot playback Discs

Appendix

Playable media

Discs Playback order of music files

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35 36 36 37 37 38

About discs and files

Cautions on using media

Loading discs How to handle media Cleaning discs

Explanation of terms Specifications Index

39 41 42

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Cautions on Using Batteries

Safety Instructions

Quick Start Guide

Power cord

Remote control unit

(RC-1207)

2× R03/AAA batteries

Audio cable

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Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.

Accessories

Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

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Batteries

Approx. 7 m

30°

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Inserting the batteries

Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and

remove it.

Insert two batteries correctly into the battery

compartment as indicated.

Put the rear cover back on.

NOTE

To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:

Do not use a new battery together with an old one.

Do not use two different types of batteries.

Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long

periods. If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery

compartment and insert new batteries.

Operating range of the remote control unit

Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.

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Part names and functions

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For details, see the next page.

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Power X button

This turns the power on/off. (v p. 20)

Power indicator

This is lit as follows according to the power status:

Power on : Green

Standby : Off

Power off : Off

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Ultra AL32 Processing indicator

When this unit is used in the following ways, Ultra AL32 Processing is activated and this light turns green.

When a CD is inserted

When a data disc is inserted

When “CD” is set as the layer mode of a Super Audio CD

When a DSD file is played, Ultra AL32 Processing stops and this light turns off.

SUPER AUDIO CD indicator

This light turns green when this unit is used in the following ways.

When a Super Audio CD is inserted

When “STEREO” or “MULTI” is set as the layer mode of a Super

Audio CD

Disc tray

Used to insert a disc.

Play/Pause button (1/3)

Plays the track/Pauses the track.

Stop button (2)

Stops playback.

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Reverse-skip button (8)

Returns to the start of the currently playing track.

Forward-skip button (9)

Plays the next track.

DISC LAYER button

This switches the Super Audio CD layer. (v p. 22)

PURE DIRECT button

This switches the Pure Direct mode. (v p. 21)

Remote control sensor

This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 5)

Display

Various information is displayed here.

Disc tray open/close button (5)

Used to open/close the disc tray.

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AUDIO OUT connectors

Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio inputs connectors or an external amplifier. (v p. 15)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connectors (OPTICAL/COAXIAL)

Used to connect an amplifier or D/A converter that has a digital input connectors. (v p. 16)

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AC inlet (AC IN)

Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 18)

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Remote control unit

The remote control provided with this unit can control a Denon amplifier.

“Amplifier operations” (v p. 13)

Operating this unit

Remote control signal transmitter

This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 5)

Power (X) button

This turns the power on/off (standby). (v p. 20)

DISC LAYER button

This switches the playback layer of a Super Audio CD.

“Setting the top priority playback layer for Super Audio

CDs” (v p. 22) “Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs” (v p. 23)

Cursor buttons (uio p)

These select items.

ENTER button

This determines the selection.

Number buttons (0 – 9, +10)

These enter numbers into the unit.

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RANDOM button

Switches the random playback.

REPEAT button

Switches the repeat playback.

System buttons

These perform playback related operations.

Play/Pause button (1/3)

Plays the track/Pauses the track. Forward-skip button (9)

Press this button during playback to play the next track. Reverse-skip button (8)

Press this button during playback to restart the current track or play the previous track.

Stop button (2)

Press this button to stop during playback. Fast-forward button (7)

Press and hold this button to fast-forward the track. Rewind button (6)

Press and hold this button to fast-reverse the track.

DIMMER button

This switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 21)

MODE button

This switches the playback mode. (v p. 29)

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CLEAR button

This clears the program registration. (v p. 26)

PROGRAM button

This sets program playback. (v p. 25)

Information button (INFO)

This switches the track information shown in the display during playback.

You cannot use the SOURCE button for the operation of this unit.

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Amplifier operations

A Denon amplifier can be operated.

Power (AMPLIFIER X) button

DIMMER button

ANALOG MODE button

MUTE button

VOLUME buttons (df)

Input source select buttons (INPUT SELECT)

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The remote control may not operate some products.

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Connecting an amplifier

Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors

Connecting the timer device

Connecting the power cord

NOTE

Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.

Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in

noise.

Audio cable (supplied)

Optical cable (not supplied)

Coaxial digital cable (not supplied)

Cables used for connections

Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect.

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AUDIO

Amplifier

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Connecting an amplifier

Use this connection for audio playback via an amplifier.

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COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Amplifier /

D/A converter

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Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors

You can enjoy digital audio playback by connecting an amplifier or D/A converter that has a digital audio connector to this unit.

NOTE

Digital audio output stops during playback

of the HD layer of Super Audio CDs, DSD files and files with a sampling frequency of 32 kHz.

To connect recorder that has a digital

audio connector isn't recommended. When digital audio is output, the sampling

frequency of this output is output as the original sampling frequency without conversion.

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Amplifier

To household power outlet

(AC 230V, 50/60Hz)

Timer device

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Connecting the timer device

This unit can perform timer play when an amplifier and timer device are connected to this unit. (“Using the timer play function” (v p. 30))

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Power cord (supplied)

To household power outlet

(AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz)

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Connecting the power cord

After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet.

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Basic operation

Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs

Playing Data CDs and Data DVDs

Using the timer play function

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DIMMER

DISC LAYER

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Basic operation

Turning the power on

Press X on the main unit to turn the power on.

The power indicator lights green.

Press X on the remote control unit to turn on power from standby mode.

Switching the power to standby

Press X.

The unit switches to standby mode.

NOTE

Power continues to be supplied to some of the circuitry even when the power is in

the standby mode. When leaving home for long periods of time or when going on vacation, either press X on the main unit to turn off the power, or unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

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Switching the display’s brightness

The brightness of the display can be adjusted to one of four levels. Switching the display off reduces a source of noise that affects sound quality, enabling higher sound quality playback.

Press DIMMER.

The brightness of the display switches each time the button is

pressed.

The display brightness is set to most brightly by default.

The DIMMER button also controls the Denon's Integrated Amplifier PMA-3000NE,

so the PMA-3000NE can be operated simultaneously with this unit. When the two units have different settings, press and hold in the button for lease 2 seconds to reset them both to the default setting, then make the desired setting.

Switching the pure direct mode

When the pure direct mode is used, the display turns off and digital output stops.

This reduces the source of noise that can adversely affect sound quality, enabling high quality playback.

Press PURE DIRECT on the main unit.

The display turned off, and pure direct playback begins.

To turn off this mode, press PURE DIRECT again.

In the pure direct mode, DIMMER is not available for operation.

The display is only turned off during playback.

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Setting the top priority playback layer

The layer for playback can also be switched by pressing DISC LAYER on the main

for Super Audio CDs

The layer that is played with priority when the disc is loaded can be set.

Check that no disc is loaded.

If the layer is switched while the disc is being loaded, the

playback layer switches for that disc, but the top priority playback layer setting itself does not change.

Press DISC LAYER and switch to the layer you want to set.

STEREO (Default):

MULTI:

CD:

Plays back the 2-channel area of the Super Audio CD.

Plays back the multi-channel area of the Super Audio CD.

The analog output of this unit outputs a down-mixed 2-channel signal.

Plays back the CD layer of the Super Audio CD.

unit. When a disc is loaded after the setting has been made, the contents recorded on

the set layer are displayed. If a disc that does not contain the layer set for top priority playback is loaded, the

contents recorded on another layer are displayed automatically. This setting is stored in the memory and is not cleared even when the disc holder

is opened or closed or the power is turned off. To change the setting, repeat the procedure above.

The priority playback layer cannot be set when a disc is inserted or “Open” is

shown on the display. If the area and layer have not been set for a disc, the priority playback order is as

follows:

STEREO

MULTI

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INFO

RANDOM

PROGRAM

CLEAR

REPEAT

0 - 9, 㸩10

1/3

8 9

6 7

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Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs

Insert a disc. (v p. 43)

Press 5 on the main unit to open/close the disc tray.

When playing back a Super Audio CD, press DISC LAYER to set the playback layer. (v p. 22)

Press 1/3.

The 1 indicator lights on the display. Playback starts.

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Do not place any foreign objects in the disc tray. Doing so could damage the unit.

Do not push the disc tray in by hand when the power is turned off. Doing so could

damage the unit.

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Operation buttons

1/3 2 8 9 6 7

0 - 9, +10 Select the track

RANDOM Random playback

REPEAT

INFO

Playback / Pause

Stop

Skip to previous track / Skip to next track

Fast-reverse / Fast-forward

Repeat playback

Switching between All-track repeat,

Single-track repeat and Repeat off.

Time display switching

Switching between elapsed time of the

current track, remaining time of the current track and remaining time of all tracks.

The time displayed on this unit may differ

from this actual time, as it is calculated by truncating to the nearest 1 second.

Text information recorded on the Super Audio CD appears in the display.

Function

Switching the display

Press INFO. Displays text and time information stored on media.

The text information is only displayed for Super Audio CD.

Any characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “.”

(period).

Discs that can be played back

See “Discs”. (v p. 39)

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Playing a specific track (Direct searching)

Use 0 – 9, +10 to select the tracks.

GExampleH Track 4 : Press number 4 to select track 4. Track 12 : Press numbers +10 and 2 consecutively to select track 12.

Playing tracks in a specific order (Program playback)

Up to 20 tracks can be programmed.

In the stop mode, press PROGRAM.

“Program” is displayed on the display.

Use 0 – 9 and +10 to select the tracks.

GExampleH To program tracks 3 and 12 to be played in that order, press 3, +10

and 2 one after the other.

Press 1/3.

Playback starts in the programmed order.

When REPEAT is pressed during program playback, the tracks are played

repeatedly in the programmed order.

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Checking the order of the programmed tracks

In the stop mode, press 9. The track numbers are displayed in the programmed order each time

the button is pressed.

To clear the last track programmed

In the stop mode, press CLEAR. The last track programmed is cleared each time the button is pressed.

Clearing the all programmed track

In the stop mode, press PROGRAM.

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INFO

RANDOM

REPEAT

MODE

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Playing Data CDs and Data DVDs

This section explains how to playback music files that are recorded onto

a CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW. There are many music distribution sites on the Internet allowing you to

download music files. The music (files) downloaded from such sites can be stored on CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW discs and played on this unit.

The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for

playback are as follows. See “Playable files” for details. (v p. 40)

MP3

WMA

AAC

WAV

FLAC

Apple Lossless

AIFF

DSD

NOTE

Note that depending on the software used for burning and other conditions, some

files may not play or display correctly.

“Windows Media” and “Windows” are the trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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Playing files

Load a CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW disc

containing music files into the disc tray. (v p. 43)

Press 5 on the main unit to open/close the disc tray.

Use uio to select the folder to be played, then press

ENTER.

Use ui to select the file to be played, then press

ENTER.

Playback starts.

Operation buttons

1/3 2 8 9 6 7 o u i

ENTER Enter the selected item / Playback

MODE Select the playback range

RANDOM Random playback

REPEAT

INFO

To play another file while playing from a CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW,

press o to display the folder tree, ui to select the file to be played, and then press ENTER.

Playback / Pause

Stop

Skip to previous track / Skip to next track

Fast-reverse / Fast-forward

Moving up a level in the folder tree

Select the item

Repeat playback

Switching between All-track repeat,

Single-track repeat and Repeat off.

Switch the display between the album name and the file format

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Switching the display

During playback, press INFO.

Switch the display between the album name and the file format.

If a file does not support text information or no track information is

recorded, the file name is displayed. Any characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “.”

(period).

Files that can be played back

See “Playable files”. (v p. 40)

Switching the playback range

In the stop mode, press MODE.

The playback range of a track can be set.

All the files in the selected folder are

Folder playback mode:

All playback mode: All the files in the disc are played.

The folder hierarchy is not displayed when “All playback mode” is set as the

playback range.

played. is displayed on the display at this time.

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Using the timer play function

Turn on the power of the connected components.

(v p. 17)

Switch the amplifier’s function to input from the

connected unit.

Press the MODE button on the remote control for 5

seconds or more to turn on the timer play function.

“Timer Play On” is displayed on the display.

Pressing the MODE button on the remote control for 5 seconds or

more switches the timer play function between on and off. “Timer Play On” and “Timer Play Off” are only shown on the

display when the timer play function switches between on and off.

Load a disc.

Set the audio timer for the desired times.

Refer also to the owner’s manual of the audio timer.

Turn the timer “On”.

The power of the components connected to the timer turns off.

When the set time is reached, the power of the different

components automatically turns on and playback starts from the first track.

The timer play does not support the random playback or program playback.

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Setting the auto standby mode

When auto standby mode is set to on, if the unit remains in the stopped state and no operations are performed for approximately 15 minutes, the unit automatically switches to standby mode.

The default setting is on.

Press and hold X for 5 seconds or more to switch it on

and off.

The display changes as follows each time it is switched on and off.

When auto standby mode is on: “Auto-Standby On” is displayed.

When auto standby mode is off: “Auto-Standby Off” is displayed.

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I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality 33

I want to playback just the specified folder 33

I want to display Super Audio CD text 33

I want to play the multi-channel area of a Super Audio CD is played 33

I want to play all tracks on a DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW at random 33

Troubleshooting

Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 35

Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 36

Display on this unit shows nothing 36

No sound comes out 37

Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 37

Cannot playback Discs 38

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I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality

Set pure direct which turns digital output and the display off. (v p. 21)

I want to playback just the specified folder

The MODE button to set the playback range to “Folder playback mode”. (v p. 29)

I want to display Super Audio CD text

This unit supports Super Audio CD text. Press the INFO button to switch the display information. (v p. 24)

I want to play the multi-channel area of a Super Audio CD is played

This unit can play multi-channel audio by downmixing to two channels. Press the DISC LAYER button and set “MULTI”. (v p. 22)

I want to play all tracks on a DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW at random

Random playback can be set by pressing the MODE button and setting “All playback mode” as the playback mode before playback. (v p. 29)

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Troubleshooting

If a problem should arise, first check the following:

1. Are the connections correct?

2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual?

3. Are the other devices operating properly?

If this unit does not operate properly, check the corresponding symptoms in this section. If the symptoms do not match any of those described here, consult your dealer as it could be due to a fault in this unit. In this case, disconnect the power

immediately and contact the store where you purchased this unit.

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Power does not turn on / Power is turned off

Power is not turned on.

Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. (v p. 18)

This unit is in standby mode. Press the X button on the remote control. (v p. 20)

Power automatically turns off.

The auto standby mode setting is on. The auto standby mode automatically switches the unit to standby if there are no operations for more than 15

minutes. To disable the auto standby mode, press and hold the X button on the remote control for more than 5 seconds when the auto standby mode is enabled. (v p. 31)

When the power is turned on, the power indicator flashes in red.

The protection circuit has been activated due to an error in the internal power supply. Unplug the power cord and contact our customer service center.

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Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit

Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit.

Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. (v p. 5)

Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 7 m from this unit and at an angle of within 30°. (v p. 5)

Remove any obstacle between this unit and the remote control unit.

Insert the batteries in the proper direction, checking the q and w marks. (v p. 5)

The unit’s remote control sensor is exposed to strong light (direct sunlight, inverter type fluorescent bulb light, etc.). Move the unit to a place in which the

remote control sensor will not be exposed to strong light. When using a 3D video device, the remote control unit of this unit may not function due to effects of infrared communications between units (such as TV

and glasses for 3D viewing). In this case, adjust the direction of units with the 3D communications function and their distance to ensure they do not affect operations from the remote control unit of this unit.

Display on this unit shows nothing

Display is off.

Press the DIMMER button, and change the setting to anything other than off. (v p. 21)

Setting pure direct mode to on turns off the display. Press the PURE DIRECT button on the main unit to set pure direct mode to off. (v p. 21)

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No sound comes out

No sound is produced. Or sound is distorted.

Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 14)

Insert connection cables all the way in.

Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected.

Check cables for damage.

Check the amplifier’s functions and controls and adjust as necessary.

When pure direct mode is set to on, digital audio output stops. Set pure direct mode to off to output digital audio. (v p. 21)

Digital audio output stops during playback of the HD layer of Super Audio CDs, DSD files and files with a sampling frequency of 32 kHz.

Sound is interrupted or noise occurs

During playback from the CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW, sound is occasionally interrupted.

The sound may skip during playback of a CD-R/CD-RW containing a high-resolution audio source.

This may be caused by poor recording conditions, or the disc itself may be of poor quality. Use a correctly recorded disc.

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Cannot playback Discs

Cannot playback when the play button is pressed, or cannot correctly play back a specific part of the disc.

The disc is dirty or scratched. Either clean the disc, or insert a different disc. (v p. 44)

Cannot playback CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW.

Discs cannot be played back unless they have been finalized. Use a finalized disc. (v p. 39)

This may be caused by poor recording conditions, or the disc itself may be of poor quality. Use a correctly recorded disc.

Files are created in a format that is not supported by this unit. Check the formats supported by this unit. (v p. 40)

“No Disc” is displayed.

“No Disc” is displayed if the disc is loaded upside-down, if no disc is loaded, when the inserted disc cannot be read because it is not compatible with

this unit or is dirty or scratched. Check the disc. (v p. 43)

“System Error” is displayed.

“System Error” is displayed when an error not caused by disc, format, etc., occurs. Contact our customer service center.

“Wrong Format” is displayed.

“Wrong Format” is displayed for files created in a format that is not supported by this unit. Check the formats supported by this unit. (v p. 40)

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Types of Super Audio CDs

Single layer disc Dual layer disc

Hybrid disc

HD layer

HD layer HD layer

CD layer

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Playable media

Discs

Playable media

Super Audio CD

CD-R

CD-RW

DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW

NOTE

Some discs and some recording formats cannot be played.

Non-finalized discs cannot be played.

Super Audio CD

There are three types of Super Audio CDs:

Single layer disc

Single layer Super Audio CD with just an HD layer. Dual layer disc

Super Audio CD with two HD layers. Enables long playback at a high audio quality. Hybrid disc

Two-layer Super Audio CD with an HD layer and a CD layer. The signals on the CD layer can be played on a regular CD player.

The HD layer is a layer of high density signals for Super Audio CDs. The CD layer is the layer of signals that can be read on a regular CD

player.

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When “MULTI” is selected, down-mixed audio is output to the L and R

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Compatible formats

MP3 32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps -

WMA 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps -

AAC 32/44.1/48 kHz 16 – 320 kbps -

WAV

FLAC

Apple Losslessz1

AIFF

DSD 2.8/5.6 MHz - 1 bit –

Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at

http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0

This item can only be used to play files with a sampling frequency of 32/44.1/48 kHz.

Maximum number of playable files and folders

Maximum number of folders : 1,000 Maximum number of files in 1 folder : 2,000

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Playable discs

Sampling frequency Bit rate

32/44.1/48/88.2/

96/176.4/192 kHz

32/44.1/48/88.2/

96/176.4/192 kHz

32/44.1/48/

88.2/96 kHz

32/44.1/48/88.2/

96/176.4/192 kHz

- 16/24 bit

Bit length

CD-R/

CD-RW

P P P

Pz2

DVD-R/

DVD-RW

P P

DVD+R/

DVD+RW

Extension

.mp3

.wma

.aac/ .m4a

.wav

.flac

.m4a

.aif/ .aiff

.dsf/

.dff

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NOTE

Be sure to give files the extension. Files with any other extensions or files with

no extensions cannot be played. Recordings you have made should only be used for your personal enjoyment,

and as per copyright laws may not be used in other ways without permission of the copyright holder.

Only music files that are not copyright-protected can be played on this unit.

Content downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright protected.

Also, files encoded in WMA format when ripped from a CD, etc. on a computer may be copyright protected, depending on the computer’s settings.

The maximum number of files and folders that can be played differs

depending on conditions such as the length of the file name or folder name or the number of levels in the folder hierarchy.

Playback order of music files

When there are multiple folders containing music files, the playback order of folders is automatically set when this unit reads the media. The files in each folder are played back in the order in which the files were recorded on the media, from the oldest date and time.

DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW and CD-R/-RW

For playback of files on DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW, files in all folders on the first layer are played first, next on the second layer, then next on the third layer, and so on in this order.

The playback order displayed on a PC may differ from the actual playback order.

The playback order with a DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW and CD-R/-RW may differ,

depending on the writing software.

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3rd level

File 7

File 6

File 5

File 4

2nd level

Folder 3

File 3File 2

File 1

1st level

Folder 1

Folder 2

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About discs and files

Music files recorded on CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW are divided into large segments (folders) and small segments (files).

Files are stored in folders, and folders can be placed for storage in a hierarchy. The unit can recognize up to 8 levels of folders.

When writing music files on a DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW disc, set the

writing software’s format to “ISO9660”. The files may not play properly if they are recorded in other formats. For details, refer to the instructions of your writing software.

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Outer tray guide

Inner tray guide

12 cm disc

8 cm disc

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Cautions on using media

Loading discs

Set the disc in the tray label side up.

Make sure the disc tray is fully open when inserting the disc.

Place the discs flatly, 12 cm discs in the outer tray guide (Figure 1), 8

cm discs in the inner tray guide (Figure 2).

Place 8 cm discs in the inner tray guide without using an adapter.

NOTE

Only load one disc at a time. Loading two or more discs can damage the unit or

scratch the discs. Do not use cracked or warped discs or discs that have been repaired with

adhesive, etc. Do not use discs on which the sticky part of cellophane tape or labels is exposed

or on which there are traces of where labels have been removed. Such discs can get caught inside the player and damage it.

Do not use discs in special shapes, as they may damage the unit.

Do not push the disc tray in by hand when the power is off. Doing so could

damage the unit. If the unit is left in a room full of smoke from cigarettes, etc., for long periods of

time, the surface of the optical pickup may get dirty, preventing it from receiving signals properly.

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Gently wipe the disc from the inside towards the outside.

Do not wipe with a circular motion.

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How to handle media

Do not get fingerprints, oil or dirt on discs.

Take special care not to scratch discs when removing them from their

cases. Do not bend or heat discs.

Do not enlarge the hole in the center.

Do not write on the labeled (printed) surface with ball-point pens,

pencils, etc., or stick new labels on discs. Condensation may form on discs if they are moved suddenly from a

cold place (outdoors for example) to a warm place, but do not try to dry discs with a hairdryer, etc.

Do not store discs in the following places:

1. Places exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time

2. Dusty or humid places

3. Places exposed to heat from heaters, etc.

Cleaning discs

If there are fingerprints or dirt on a disc, wipe them off before using the

disc. Use a commercially available disc cleaning set or a soft cloth to clean

discs.

NOTE

Do not use record spray, antistatic agents, benzene, thinner or other solvents.

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Explanation of terms

Ultra AL32 Processing

This is Denon’s analog waveform reproduction technology. Interpolation processing is performed in an ideal manner by a custom algorithm for data lost from existing data. By exquisitely restoring data lost at digital recording, playback faithful to the original sound is achieved.

AIFF （Audio Interchange File Format）

This is an uncompressed and lossless format for digital audio. Use AIFF files to burn high-quality audio CDs from imported songs. AIFF files use approximately 10 MB of disk space per minute.

Apple Lossless Audio Codec

This is a codec for lossless audio compression method developed by Apple Inc. This codec can be played back on iTunes, iPod or iPhone. Data compressed to approximately 60 – 70 % can be decompressed to exactly the same original data.

DSD （Direct-Stream Digital）

One of the audio data recording methods, it is the signal aspect used to store audio signals on a super audio CD, and is Δ-Σ modulated digital audio.

FLAC

FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a lossless free audio file format. Lossless means that the audio is compressed without any loss in quality. The FLAC license is as shown below.

Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:

Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice,

this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright

notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.

Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor the names of its

contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

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THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES （INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION） HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT （INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE） ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

MP3 （MPEG Audio Layer-3）

This is an internationally standardized audio data compression scheme, using the “MPEG-1” video compression standard. It compresses the data volume to about one eleventh its original size while maintaining sound quality equivalent to a music CD.

WMA (Windows Media Audio)

This is audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation.

WMA data can be encoded using Windows Media® Player. To encode WMA files, only use applications authorized by Microsoft

Corporation. If you use an unauthorized application, the file may not work properly.

Sampling frequency

Sampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave (analog signal) at regular intervals and expressing the height of the wave at each reading in digitized format (producing a digital signal).

The number of readings taken in one second is called the “sampling frequency”. The larger the value, the closer the reproduced sound is to the original.

Dynamic range

The difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and the minimum discernible level above the noise emitted by the device.

Downmix

This function converts the number of channels of surround audio to a lower number of channels and plays back according to the system’s configuration.

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Bit rate

This is the amount of audio data recorded on a disc that is read in one second.

Finalizing

This process enables DVD/CD recorded with a recorder to be played by other players.

Linear PCM

This is an uncompressed PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) signal. Unlike lossy compression audio sources such as MP3, no audio quality or dynamic range deteriorates.

Protection circuit

This is a function to prevent damage to devices within the power supply when an abnormality such as an overload, excess voltage occurs or over temperature for any reason.

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Specifications

Audio performance

Analog output [Super Audio CD] [CD]

Channels: 2-channels 2-channels

Playable frequency range: 2 Hz – 100 kHz 2 Hz – 20 kHz

Playable frequency response: 2 Hz – 50 kHz (-3 dB) 2 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)

S/N ratio: 122 dB (Audible range) 122 dB

Dynamic range: 115 dB (Audible range) 101 dB

Harmonic distortion: 0.0005 % (1 kHz, Audible range) 0.0015 % (1 kHz)

Wow & flutter: Below measurable limits Below measurable limits

Output level: 2.2 V (10 kΩ/kohms terminated) 2.2 V (10 kΩ/kohms terminated)

Signal type: 1-bit DSD 16-bit linear PCM

Sampling frequency: 2.8224 MHz 44.1 kHz

Usable discs: Super Audio CD Compact Disc

Digital output

Coaxial: - 0.5 Vp-p / 75 Ω/ohms terminated Optical: - -15 － -21 dBm

Emission wavelength: - 660 nm

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General

Operating temperature: +5 ℃ - +35 ℃

Power supply: AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption: 35 W

Power consumption in standby mode: 0.3 W or less

For the purpose of improvement, the specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

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Dimensions (Unit : mm)

Weight : 16.8 kg

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v A

Amplifier ................................................... 15, 16

Auto standby .................................................. 31

v C

CD .................................................................. 23

v D

D/A converter ................................................. 16

DATA CD ....................................................... 27

Display’s brightness ....................................... 21

v F

Front panel ....................................................... 6

v P

Program playback .......................................... 25

v R

Rear panel ........................................................ 9

Remote control unit ........................................ 10

v T

Timer device ............................................. 17, 30

Tips ................................................................ 33

Troubleshooting ............................................. 34

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