Denon DRA-697CI User Manual

AM/FM Stereo Receiver

DRA-697CI

Custom Integrated Audio Video Receiver features XM ready and,
iPod control and command capability

Featuring a multi-room audio function, along with video selection and high power, the DRA-697CI serves as the
heart of a stereo music system while providing stereo sound for stereo video sources. With a prodigious 100 watts
of power per channel, the DRA-697CI can easily drive virtually any modern loudspeaker system with authority and
clarity. XM ready, digital radio expandability and iPod command and control features makes the DRA-697CI an
indispensable choice for a well equipped music system.

■ High-quality Power Amplifier

With 100 watts of power per channel (at 8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08% THD), the
DRA-697 delivers solid, reliable audio performance even when driving both A and B
speaker systems at the same time.

■ Signal Level Divided Construction Chassis Design

The circuit handling low-level signals has been divided into separate blocks to
ensure that influences from these signals on each other are held to an absolute
minimum. This new chassis design, known as the Signal Level Divided
Construction (SLDC), preserves the purity of the signal, allowing it to be repro­duced with much greater fidelity and clarity.

■ Multi Source / Multi Zone

The DRA-697CI has 2 source / 3 zone capability. Dedicated multi-room outputs,
with volume level adjustment via remote control, are provided for connection to
powered speakers or an additional amplifier in Zone 2 and Zone 3.

• Zone 2 output : Analog audio L/R, Composite Video

• Zone 3 output : Analog audio L/R, Composite Video

■ Custom Integrated

• RS232C serial command control

• Remote in/out IR command control

• Discrete Power on/off command

• IR off, panel lock mode

• Assignable +12V Trigger

■ Digital tuner expandability

DRA-697CI equipped internal expansion slot for HD radio and let DRA697CI has dual
tuner capability in future.

■ Pre-memory remote and Zone remote

Pre-memory remote for main zone can control TV, SAT, Cable, and zone remote can
be switched for zone 2 or zone 3 to control power, function, volume control.

■ Subwoofer output

■ Video Select Functin

Allows you to select a video source, and then select an alternate audio input source,
ideal for simulcasting, as well as watching TV sports programs while listening to radio
commentary.

■ ASD-1R Control Dock for iPod

when connected to the DRA-697CI

iPod (*1) playback can be enjoyed through the DRA-697CI
when the ASD-1R, Denon's original Control Dock for iPod
(sold separately), is connected to the dedicated control ter­minal of the DRA-697CI. The iPod can also be controlled via
the remote controller supplied with the DRA-697CI.

*1) Supports 3rd-generation and later iPods equipped with a Dock connec­tor. Some functions may not work depending on the generation of the iPod
and the version of the software.

Please visit http://blog.denon.com/asd-1r/
for more details on compliant models and connection procedures.

■ XM Mini-Tuner Ready*

*Optional XM Mini-Tuner and subscribes are required.

■ 56-Station AM/FM Random PresetMemory Tuning

■ Auto Preset Memory

FM stations can be searched by the tuner, and automatically stored in the preset
memory up to 56 stations, ideal for locales with many FM stations.

■ Pure Direct mode, for the pure enjoyment of music in high-quality sound

■ Fast up/down manual tuning

■ Manual step tuning

■ Last-channel-tuned memory

■ Loudness Function

■ Tone Defeat

■ Muting Function via remote controller

■ A/B Speaker Switching

■ Last Function Memory

■ 3 AC outlets

■ Detachable AC power cord

®

(option): Supports iPod playback

Black version is also available.

DRA-697CI

Specifications
Power Amplifier Section

Rated output 100W+100W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.08 % THD)
Frequency response 10 Hz - 100 kHz +0 dB, -3 dB (at 1W)

Preamplifier Section

Input sensitivity/impedance

Phono 2.5mV/47kohms
CD, CD-R/Tape, DVD/VDP, VCR, V.AUX

Output level/Load impedance

Zone2, Zone3 1.2V/47kohms
Total harmonic distortion 0.009% (-3dB at rated output, 1 kHz)
RIAA deviation +/- 0.5dB(20Hz - 20kHz)

Tone control Treble: ±10 dB at 10 kHz, Bass: ±10 dB at 100 Hz

FM Section

Tuning frequency range 87.5 - 107.9 MHz
Usable sensitivity 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
S/N ratio (A-weighted) Mono: 77 dB, Stereo: 73 dB
Total harmonic distortion Mono: 0.15%, Stereo: 0.3%
Frequency response 20 Hz - 15 kHz (+0.5, -1.0 dB)
Stereo separation 43 dB (1 kHz)

AM Section

Tuning frequency range 520 - 1710 kHz
Usable sensitivity 18 µV

General

Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption 4.2 A
Dimensions 434 (W) x 171 (H) x 417 (D) mm

Weight 10.5 kg, 23.1 lbs

200mV/47kohms

17.1” (W) x 6.7” (H) x 16.4” (D)

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
* iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
* ©2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

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