Denon DRA-CX3 User Manual

AM-FM STEREO RECEIVER

DRA-CX3

Owner’s Manual
Manuel de l’Utilisateur
Manual del usuario

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

POWER SOURCE

ALIMENTATION
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Denon Brand C ompany

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DRA-CX3

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CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

• Location of Rating and Caution Labels : Bottom

ESPAÑOLENGLISH FRANCAIS

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

IMPOTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.

CAUTION:

• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains,
etc.

• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be
placed on the unit.

• Observe and follow local regulations regarding battery disposal.

• Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing fluids.

• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
unit.

ATTENTION:

• La ventilation ne doit pas être gênée en recouvrant les ouvertures
de la ventilation avec des objets tels que journaux, rideaux, tissus,
etc.

• Aucune flamme nue, par exemple une bougie, ne doit être placée
sur l’appareil.

• Veillez à respecter les lois en vigueur lorsque vous jetez les piles
usagées.

• L’appareil ne doit pas être exposé à l’eau ou à l’humidité.

• Ne pas poser d’objet contenant du liquide, par exemple un vase,
sur l’appareil.

PRECAUCIÓN:

• La ventilación no debe quedar obstruida por haberse cubierto las
aperturas con objetos como periódicos, manteles, cortinas, etc.

• No debe colocarse sobre el aparato ninguna fuente inflamable sin
protección, como velas encendidas.

• A la hora de deshacerse de las pilas, respete la normativa para el
cuidado del medio ambiente.

• No exponer el aparato al goteo o salpicaduras cuando se utilice.

• No colocar sobre el aparato objetos llenos de líquido, como
jarros.

CAUTION:

To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect
the plug from the wall socket outlet.
The mains plug is used to completely interrupt the power supply to

the unit and must be within easy access by the user.

PRECAUTION:

Pour déconnecter complètement ce produit du courant secteur,
débranchez la prise de la prise murale.
La prise secteur est utilisée pour couper complètement
l’alimentation de l’appareil et l’utilisateur doit pouvoir y accéder

facilement.

PRECAUCIÓN:

Para desconectar completamente este producto de la alimentación
eléctrica, desconecte el enchufe del enchufe de la pared.

El enchufe de la alimentación eléctrica se utiliza para interrumpir por
completo el suministro de alimentación eléctrica a la unidad y debe

de encontrarse en un lugar al que el usuario tenga fácil acceso.

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FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

1. PRODUCT

This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this

product may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements.

Modification not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

3. NOTE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15

of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.

This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION /

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• Do not let foreign objects into the unit.

• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
l’appareil.

• No deje objetos extraños dentro del
equipo.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come in contact with the unit.

• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.

• No permita el contacto de insecticidas,
gasolina y diluyentes con el equipo.

• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed in a rack.

• Eviter des températures élevées.

Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur

suffisante lors de l’installation sur une
étagère.

• Evite altas temperaturas.

Permite la suficiente dispersión del calor

cuando está instalado en la consola.

• Keep the unit free from moisture, water,
and dust.

• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau
et la poussière.

• Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad,
agua y polvo.

• Unplug the power cord when not using the
unit for long periods of time.

• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation
lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant
de longues périodes.

• Desconecte el cordón de energía cuando
no utilice el equipo por mucho tiempo.

• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.

• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec
précaution.

Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du

cordon.

• Maneje el cordón de energía con cuidado.

Sostenga el enchufe cuando desconecte el

cordón de energía.

* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.

• No obstruya los orificios de ventilación.

• Never disassemble or modify the unit in
any way.

• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil
d’une manière ou d’une autre.

• Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo de
ninguna manera.

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Contents

Getting Started

Accessories ····················································································1
Cautions on handling ····································································1

Connections Operation Troubleshooting Specifications

Cautions on installation ······························································· 1
About the remote control unit ·····················································2

Inserting the batteries···································································2
Operating range of the remote control unit ·································· 2
Part names and functions····························································· 3
Front panel ····················································································3
Display ··························································································3
Rear panel ·····················································································3
Remote control unit ······································································ 4

Connections

Cable indications ···········································································5

Speaker connections ···································································· 5
Connecting the speaker cables·················································5, 6
Connecting the antenna terminals ··············································6
Connecting a CD player ································································7
Connecting a turntable ·································································7
Connecting an iPod® ····································································7
Connecting a tape deck, CD recorder or MD recorder ···············7
Connecting the power cord·························································· 8

Operation

Turning the power on ···································································9
Conducting playback ····································································9
Adjusting the tone ········································································9

Playing with higher quality sound (Pure Direct mode) ·················· 9

Recording ·····················································································10
Tuning in radio broadcasts ························································ 10
Presetting ·····················································································10
Giving a name to the currently tuned in broadcast

station and presetting it ······························································ 10
Presetting broadcast stations automatically (Auto preset) ·········11
Listening to preset broadcast stations ········································ 11
iPod® playback ············································································11

Getting Started

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

Accessories

Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

q Owner’s Manual ......................................................................1

w Warranty (for North America model only) ................................1

e Service station list ......................................................... ..........1

r Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 6.5 ft / 2 m) ......................1

t Remote control (RC-1060) .......................................................1

y R03/AAA batteries ...................................................................2

u AM loop antenna .....................................................................1

i FM indoor antenna ..................................................................1

Cautions on handling

• Before turning the power switch on

Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are

no problems with the connection cables.

•

Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is
set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long
periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power
outlet.

• Cautions on using mobile phones

Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so, move

the mobile phone away from this unit when it is in use.

• Moving the unit

Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power

outlet.

Next, disconnect the connection cables to other system units before

moving the unit.

•

Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the
actual unit for explanation purposes.

Cautions on installation

Note:
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.

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Troubleshooting ·········································································· 12

Specifications ··············································································13

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About the remote control unit

The included remote control unit (RC-1060) can be used to control the
DENON DCD-CX3 Super Audio CD player in addition to the DRA-CX3
(vpage 4).

Inserting the batteries

Operating range of the remote control
unit

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

• The remote control unit can be used from a distance of up to about
23 feet / 7 meters, at a horizontal angle of up to 30° with respect to
the sensor.

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Connections Operation Troubleshooting Specifications

q Remove the remote control

unit’s rear cover.

e Put the rear cover back on.

w Set two R03/AAA batteries in

the battery compartment in
the indicated direction.

NOTE

• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate
even when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit. (The
supplied batteries are only for verifying operation.)

• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction,
following the “q” and “w” marks in the battery compartment.

• 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.

• Do not attempt to charge dry batteries.

• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in

flames.

• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside
of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.

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

30°

30°

Approx. 23 feet / 7 m

NOTE

The set may function improperly or the remote control unit may not
operate if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight,
strong artificial light from an inverter type fluorescent lamp or infrared
light.

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Part names and functions

For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).

Display

Connections Operation Troubleshooting Specifications

Front panel

q Power switch

(h ON/STANDBY j OFF) ························· (9)

w Power indicator ··········································· (9)
e Remote control sensor ······························· (2)
r Headphones jack (PHONES)

When headphones are plugged in, the sound

can only be heard from the headphones.

NOTE

Be careful not to set the volume too high when
using headphones.

t VOLUME control knob ································ (9)
y Display
u PRESET buttons ········································ (10)
i FUNCTION button ·······························(9 ~ 11)
o CD button ··············································· (9, 10)

q Information display ·····························(9 ~ 11)

Various information is displayed here, depending

on the operation mode.

Rear panel

w Tuner reception mode indicators ······ (9 ~ 11)

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q Input terminals ············································ (7)
w Recording output terminals ······················· (7)
e DOCK CONTROL jack ·································· (7)
r Speaker terminals ··································· (5, 6)
t AC outlet ······················································ (8)

y AC inlet ························································· (8)
u ANTENNA terminals ··································· (6)
i SIGNAL GND terminal ································ (7)
o CARTRIDGE selection switch ····················· (7)

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Remote control unit

The operations of the remote control unit’s buttons depend on the function that is currently set.

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Amplifier operating

buttons

POWER button ················· (9)

TONE button ···················· (9)

Function buttons
(CD, TUNER, PHONO, LINE1/
iPod, LINE2, LINE3)

“LINE1/iPod” switches

b

to the iPod input when a
Control Dock for iPod is
connected.

MUTE button

Mutes the sound.

Volume control buttons
(+, –) ··································(9)

PURE DIRECT button ······· (9)
DIMMER button

Switches the brightness of
the display.

b The brightness of the DCD-

CX3’s display changes
together with the brightness
of the DRA-CX3’s display.

Bright Dark

Display off

Tuner operating

buttons

EDIT button ·····················(10)
MENU/SET button··········(11)
Tuning buttons

(TU +, –) ···························(10)
CLEAR button··················(10)
Channel buttons

(CH +, –) ···························(10)
ENTER button ·················(10)
BAND button ···················(10)

CD player controls

POWER button

Skip buttons (8, 9)
Play/Pause button (1/3)
Search buttons (6, 7)
Stop button (2)
TIME button
PURE DIRECT button
DIMMER button

iPod controls

Play button (1)

Provides the same

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operation as the 1 3
button on the iPod.

Pause button (3)
MODE button

Switches between the browse
mode and remote mode. In
the browse mode, it switches
the display.

Skip/Search buttons
(8, 9)

Provide the same operation

b

as the 8 or 9 buttons
on the iPod.

MENU/SET button

Switches to the menu display.

Provides the same

b

operation as the MENU
button on the iPod.

Cursor buttons
(TU+ (Up), TU– (Down), CH+

(Right), CH– (Left))

Provide the same operation

b

as the Click Wheel of the
iPod.

ENTER button

Provides the same

b

operation as the Center
button of the iPod.

Connections Operation Troubleshooting Specifications

• The POWER, PURE DIRECT and DIMMER buttons function for the DENON DCD-CX3 Super Audio CD
player as well, so the DCD-CX3 can be operated simultaneously with the DRA-CX3. When the two units
have different settings, press and hold in the button for at least 2 seconds to reset them both to the
default setting, then make the desired setting.

• The default settings are “on” for the power, “bright” for the dimmer and “off” for the pure direct mode.

• Use the separately sold Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to connect an iPod to the DRA­CX3 (vpage 7).

• iPod playback modes include the browse mode and the remote mode. See “iPod® playback” (vpage

11) for details.

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Speaker connections

Connections

NOTE

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

• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).

• Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in humming or noise.

Operation Troubleshooting Specifications

Cable indications

Connect using the connection cables shown below.

Audio cables Signal direction

Analog connections (Stereo)

RCA pin-plug cable

Speaker connections

Speaker cables

Audio signal:

Output

Input

Input

Output

Speakers

Connecting the speaker cables

Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – (black) polarities on the speakers being
connected to the DRA-CX3, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.

Peel off about 0.03 ft / 10 mm of sheathing from the tip of the speaker

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cable, then either twist the core wire tightly or terminate it.

Turn the speaker terminal counterclockwise to loosen it.

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Insert the speaker cable’s core wire to the hilt into the speaker

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terminal.

Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it.

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When using a banana plug

Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug.

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NOTE

• Use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 16 Ω/ohms.

• When making connections, take care that none of the strands in the speaker cable come in contact with
adjacent terminals, other speaker cable strands, or with the rear panel and screws.

NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so can result in electric shocks.

Protection circuit

When using speakers with an impedance below the designated value (for example 3 Ω/ohms), playing
for long periods of time with the volume high can cause the temperature to rise, activating the protection
circuit.
When this circuit is activated, the output to the speakers is cut off and the power indicator blinks. If this
happens, unplug the power cord, wait for the set to cool off and improve ventilation around the unit. Also
check the wiring of the input cables and the speaker cables. After doing this, plug the power cord back in
and turn the unit’s power back on.
If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the
ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.

Connecting the antenna terminals

An F-type FM antenna can be connected directly.

Direction of broadcasting station

FM outdoor antenna

FM antenna

(Supplied)

Black White

75 Ω/ohms

coaxial cable

AM loop antenna

(Supplied)

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AM loop antenna assembly

Remove the vinyl tie and take
out the connection line.

a. With the antenna on top of

any stable surface.

Mount

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the
lever.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall
be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

2. Insert the
conductor.

3. Return the
lever.

Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.

Bend in the reverse direction.

b. With the antenna attached

to a wall.

Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.

NOTE

•

Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.

• Even if an AM outdoor antenna is used, do not
disconnect the AM loop antenna.

• It is not possible to receive AM broadcasts with
good quality if the AM loop antenna is near
something metallic.

Getting Started Operation Troubleshooting Specifications

Connections

Ground

AM outdoor antenna

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Connecting a CD player

Connecting an iPod

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CD player

Connections

Connecting a turntable

Turntable

• If connecting the turntable ground wire causes noise, disconnect it.
For instructions on connecting the turntable ground wire, refer to the operating instructions included with

the turntable.

• Set the CARTRIDGE selection switch to “MM” or “MC” according to the cartridge being used.

NOTE

• If a turntable is not connected to the PHONO input terminals, do not select PHONO since this can cause
humming and noise, especially if the volume is turned up high.

When not connecting a turntable, leave the included short-circuiting pin plugged in.

• The DRA-CX3’s SIGNAL GND terminal ( ) is not a safety ground.

iPod

System cable

(Included with the Control Dock for iPod)

• Use the separately sold Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R) to connect an iPod to the DRA-CX3.

• When using a Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R), the communications mode selection switch must be set.
For details, refer to the operating instructions of the Control Dock for iPod.

• When connecting the exclusive Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately), connect the Control
Dock for iPod with the system cable included with the dock.

• When the Control Dock for iPod is connected, the function indicator switches from “LINE1” to “iPod”.

Connecting a tape deck, CD recorder or MD recorder

Tape deck /

CD recorder /

MD recorder

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Connecting the power cord

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AC outlet (wall)

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power cord

(supplied)

AC OUTLET

SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W (1 A))
The power turns on and off together with the
power switch on the main unit, but not with the
power switch on the remote control unit. Power
is supplied to the AC outlet when the DRA-CX3 is
in standby. NEVER connect devices with a power
consumption of 120 W (1 A) or greater.

NOTE

• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the generation of noise.

• Connect the power cord from one of the components connected to the DRA-CX3 into the DRA-CX3’s AC
outlet on the rear panel. Do not use this outlet for hairdryers or other non-audio devices.

Connections

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<ON/STANDBY / OFF> <CD> <PRESET>VOLUME

FUNCTION

ENTER

iPod

CLEAR

MENU /

SET

BAND

POWER

TONE

PURE
DIRECT

3$

DIMMERMUTE

EDIT

TUNERCD PHONO

LINE2 LINE3

LINE1 /

iPod

TIME

MODE

TU

CHCH

TU

[POWER]

[TONE]

FUNCTION

[CHANNEL]

[ENTER]

[TUNING]

[CHANNEL]

[BAND]

[TUNER]

[PURE DIRECT]

VOLUME

[CLEAR]

[TUNING]

[EDIT]

BASS TREBLE

INPUT

BALANCE

CD

TUNER LINE2LINE3

PHONO LINE1 (iPod)

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Getting Started Connections Troubleshooting Specifications

Operation

Operation

Turning the power on

Press <ON/STANDBY / OFF>.

b When the power is turned on, the function that was being used

when the power was last turned off is selected (Last function
memory).

Setting the power to the standby mode:

n

Press [POWER].

Canceling the standby mode:

n

Press [POWER] again.

Turning the power off:

n

Press <ON/STANDBY / OFF>.

Power indicator
Power on ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙ Red Standby ∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙∙Orange

Adjust the VOLUME.

3

b The volume can be adjusted within the range 0 to −90 dB to −∞.

When set to −∞, the display reads “- -.- dB”.

Adjusting the tone

Press [TONE] to select the tone parameter to be

1

adjusted.

BASS: Adjusts the bass sound.

TREBLE: Adjusts the treble sound.

BALANCE: Adjusts the left/right volume balance.

When the bass or treble level or the balance is

2

displayed, adjust pressing [CHANNEL].

< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only:

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

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About the button names in these explanations

Conducting playback

Press FUNCTION to select the input function.

1

b The function can be switched directly to “TUNER” by pressing

<PRESET>, to “CD” by pressing <CD>.

The “iPod” indicator is displayed when a Control Dock for iPod is

z

connected. (“NO iPod” is displayed if no iPod is connected to the
Control Dock for iPod.)

Start playback on the selected component.

2

b For instructions on operating, see the operating instructions of

the connected component.

Playing with higher quality sound
(Pure Direct mode)

Press [PURE DIRECT] .

The display is turned off.

b The audio signals do not pass through the tone adjustment

circuitry, so highly pure sound is played.

Canceling the Pure Direct mode:

n

Press [PURE DIRECT] again.

When in the pure direct mode, the tone is set to “flat” and the balance
to “center”. The tone and balance cannot be adjusted when this mode
is selected.

CD

TUNER LINE2LINE3

PHONO LINE1 (iPod)

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Recording

FM AUTO

FM MONO

AM

Press FUNCTION to select the input function.

1

Tuning in radio broadcasts

Press [TUNER] , <PRESET> or <FUNCTION> to select

1

“TUNER”.

The reception frequency is displayed.

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Presetting

Giving a name to the currently tuned in
broadcast station and presetting it

b The function can be switched directly to “TUNER” by pressing

<PRESET>, to “CD” by pressing <CD>.

The “iPod” indicator is displayed when a Control Dock for iPod is

z

connected. (“NO iPod” is displayed if no iPod is connected to the
Control Dock for iPod.)

Set the recorder to the recording mode.

2

b For instructions on operating, see the operating instructions of

the connected component.

Start playback on the player.

3

b For instructions on operating, see the operating instructions of

the connected component.

• The LINE3 input signal is not output to the recording output terminal
(REC).

• Adjusting the volume or tone does not affect the sound being
recorded.

Press [BAND] to select the reception band.

2

Press [TUNING] to select the reception frequency.

The “TUNED” indicator lights when a station is tuned in.

3

FM station reception conditions

n

• When the reception band mode is set to “FM AUTO”, the “ST”
indicator lights when a stereo broadcast is tuned in.

• If the signal is weak and the stereo broadcast reception is not
stable, set the reception mode to “FM MONO”. The “MONO”
indicator lights.

Auto tuning

n

Press and hold in <PRESET> or [TUNING] to search for and tune in
the next stereo broadcast automatically.
Stations cannot be tuned in if the signal is too weak.

Canceling auto tuning

n

Press <PRESET> or [TUNING].

Manual tuning

n

The frequency changes one step at a time each time [TUNING] is
pressed.

Noise may be produced in the sound when receiving AM broadcasts if
there is e.g. a TV nearby. If so, move the DRA-CX3 and TV as far apart
as possible.

• A total of 40 FM and AM broadcast stations combined can be
preset.

• Preset stations can be given names of up to 8 characters.

Tune in the broadcast station.

1

The reception frequency is displayed.

Press [EDIT].

The name input mode is set.

2

Press [CHANNEL] to select the desired character.

3

b Up to 8 characters can be input for each preset.

The characters that can be input are as shown below.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
0         
^ ’ ( ) * + , – . / = (space)

b Press [TUNING] to move the cursor.
b Press [CLEAR] to delete characters.

Press [ENTER].

The name input mode is set.

4

Press [CHANNEL] to select the preset number, then

5

press [ENTER].

The reception frequency and reception mode are preset.

To change the name of a preset station:

n

q Call out the preset name to be changed, then press [EDIT].
w Perform steps 3, 4 under “Giving a name to the currently tuned

in broadcast station and presetting it”.

To only preset the station:

n

q Press [ENTER] while the station is tuned in.
w Perform step 5 under “Giving a name to the currently tuned in

broadcast station and presetting it”.

NOTE

If a station is preset at a number where a station has already been
preset, the old setting is deleted and replaced with the new setting.

Operation

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Browse Remote

<PRESET>

<FUNCTION>

ENTER

iPod

CLEAR

MENU /

SET

BAND

POWER

TONE

PURE

DIRECT

3$

DIMMERMUTE

EDIT

TUNERCD PHONO

LINE2 LINE3

LINE1 /

iPod

TIME

MODE

TU

CHCH

TU

[CHANNEL] [CHANNEL]

[MENU/SET]

[iPod1]

[LINE1/iPod]

[MODE]

[TUNER]

Getting Started Connections Troubleshooting Specifications

Presetting broadcast stations automatically
(Auto preset)

Connect the DRA-CX3 and iPod using the Control

1

Dock for iPod (ASD-1R) (vpage 7).

Operation

< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only:

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

About the button names in these explanations

Press [TUNER] , <PRESET> or <FUNCTION> to select

1

“TUNER”.

The reception frequency is displayed.

Press and hold [MENU/SET].

“A. PRESET” is displayed.

2

Press [MENU/SET].

Broadcast stations are preset automatically.

3

• Broadcast stations whose signals are too weak cannot be preset
automatically. To preset them, tune them in manually, then follow
the operation described at “Giving a name to the currently tuned in
broadcast station and presetting it”.

• Once auto presetting starts, it cannot be stopped before it is
completed. (It takes about 60 seconds for auto presetting to be
completed.)

Listening to preset broadcast stations

Select the preset number by pressing <PRESET> or

[CHANNEL].

iPod® playback

The music on an iPod can be played by using the Control Dock for iPod
(ASD-1R, sold separately).
The iPod can be controlled using the buttons on the main unit and the
remote control unit.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.

b The iPod may only be used to copy or play contents that are not

copyrighted or contents for which copying or playback is legally
permitted for your private use as an individual. Be sure to comply
with applicable copyright legislation.

Press [LINE1/iPod] or <FUNCTION> to select

2

“LINE1”.

The display switches from “LINE1” to “iPod”.

Press [MODE] for 2 seconds or more to select the play

3

mode.

Browse:

Displays menu or track information on the display of the main unit.
(“DENON” is displayed on the iPod display.)

Remote:

Displays menu or track information on the iPod display.
(“iPod” is displayed on the display of the main unit.)

b Select the remote mode to enjoy iPod video information such as

slide shows and videos.

Press [iPod 1].

4

b When pressed again, the pause mode is set.

For remote control unit buttons that can be used when the function is
set to “iPod”, see page 4.

NOTE

• DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for possible loss of
iPod data when using an iPod connected to the DRA-CX3.

• Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some
functions may not operate.

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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 operating instructions ?

3. Are the other components operating properly ?

If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist,
there may be a malfunction.
In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.

Symptom Cause Measures Page

When the power
is turned on, the
power indicator
does not light
and no sound is
produced.

The power
indicator lights
but no sound is
produced.

No sound is
produced from
one side.

For stereo
sources, the
positions of the
instruments are
inverted.

Buzzing noise in
FM broadcasts.

• The power cord’s plug is not fully
plugged in.

• The speaker cables are not
properly connected.

• The function (input) is incorrect.

• The volume is set too low.

• The speaker cables are not
properly connected.

• The input cables are not properly
connected.

• The left/right balance is off.

• The connections of the speaker
cables or input cables are
inverted.

• The antenna cable is not properly
connected.

• Noise interference from a nearby
electronic device equipped with
a microprocessor, or the radio
broadcast signal is weak.

• Check the insertion of the
power cord plug and connected
securely.

• Connect securely.

• Switch to the correct function
(input).

• Adjust the volume to an
appropriate level.

• Connect securely.

• Connect securely.

• Adjust the left/right balance.

• Check and remedy the
connections.

• Connect the antenna properly.

• Reposition the equipment or the
positions or directions of the
connection cables, antenna, etc.

• Connect an outdoor antenna.

8

5

9

9

5

6, 7

9
5

6

6

6

Symptom Cause Measures Page

Hissing or buzzing
noise is heard in
AM broadcasts.

Humming noise
is heard in AM
broadcasts.

When playing
records, a wailing
noise (howling) is
produced when
the volume is
raised.

Remote control
unit does not
operate.

• Noise interference from a
nearby monitor, etc., or there
is interference in the broadcast
signal.

• There is interference from
current in power cords.

• The player and speakers are too
close together.

• The floor is soft and vibrates
easily.

• The batteries are flat.

• The remote control unit is too far
away.

• There is an obstacle between the
main unit and the remote control
unit.

• The remote control unit is being
operated at an angle of over 30°
with respect to the front panel.

• The batteries are inserted in the
wrong direction.

• Turn off the monitor.

• Change the position or direction
of the AM loop antenna.

• Connect an outdoor antenna.

• Connect an outdoor antenna. 6

•

Move the player and speakers as
far apart as possible.

• Use cushions or spikes to absorb
the vibrations of the speakers
being conveyed from the floor.

• Replace with new batteries.

• Operate from closer to the main
unit.

• Remove the obstacle.

• Operate the remote control unit
from directly in front of the main
unit.

• Insert the batteries in the proper
direction.

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6

7

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Troubleshooting

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2

2

2

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Specifications

Receiver section

n

Rated output: 2-channel driving (CD SP OUT)
75 W + 75 W (8 Ω/ohms, DIN, 1 kHz, T.H.D. 0.7 %)
150 W + 150 W (4 Ω/ohms, DIN, 1 kHz, T.H.D. 0.7 %)
High frequency distortion:
Output terminals:

Suited for headphones/stereo headphones

Equalizer amplifier output
(REC OUT terminals):
Input sensitivity /
Input impedance: PHONO (MM) : 2.5 mV / 47 kΩ/kohms
PHONO (MC) : 0.2 mV / 100 Ω/ohms

CD, LINE1, LINE2, LINE3 : 130 mV / 47 kΩ/kohms

RIAA deviation: PHONO (MM) : 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz ±0.5 dB
PHONO (MC) : 30 Hz ~ 20 kHz ±0.5 dB

Specifications

Reception frequency range: FM : 87.5 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz AM : 520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz
Reception sensitivity: FM : 1.5 µV / 75 Ω/ohms AM : 20 µV
FM channel separation:
FM S/N ratio: Monaural : 74 dB Stereo : 70 dB
FM harmonic distortion: Monaural : 0.3 % Stereo : 0.4 %

Properties

n

S/N ratio: PHONO (MM) : 84 dB
(With input terminals short-circuited, 5 mV input signal)
PHONO (MC) : 70 dB
(With input terminals short-circuited, 0.5 mV input signal)

(A-weighted network) CD, LINE1, LINE2, LINE3 : 95 dB (input terminals short-circuited)
Tone control: BASS : 100 Hz ± 8 dB
TREBLE : 10 kHz ± 8 dB
Frequency response:

0.05 % (Rated output: –3 dB), 8 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz
Speaker 4 ~ 16 Ω/ohms

Rated output : 150 mV

35 dB (1 kHz)

5 Hz ~ 40 kHz (+0.5 dB, –3 dB) (INPUT : CD, PURE DIRECT: ON)

Remote control unit (RC-1060)

n

Remote control method: Infrared pulse method
Batteries: R03/AAA Type (two batteries)
Maximum external dimensions: 44 (W) x 233 (H) x 22 (D) mm ( 1-3/4” x 9-3/16” x 7/8” )
Weight: 165 g (Approx 5.8 oz) (including batteries)

* For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

General

n

Power outlet: 1 switched outlet, total capacity 120 W (1 A)
Power supply:
Power consumption:

Standby: 0.5 W or less

Maximum external dimensions:
Weight:

AC 120 V, 60 Hz
100 W

300 (W) x 80 (H) x 341 (D) mm (11-13/16” x 3-3/16” x 13-7/16”)

5.5 kg (12 lbs 2 oz)

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