Denon PMA-150H Service Manual

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PMA-150H

INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER

Owner’s Manual

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Accessories

Inserting the batteries Operating range of the remote control unit

Features

High quality sound High performance

Part names and functions

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Connecting speakers

Connecting the speaker cables

Connecting the subwoofer

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Connecting speakers

Connecting a digital device Connecting an analog device Connecting a PC or Mac Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port Connecting a DAB/FM antenna Connecting to a home network (LAN)

Wired LAN Wireless LAN

Connecting to the IR control connector Connecting the power cord

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Playback

Basic operation

Turning the power on Switching the power to standby Selecting the input source Adjusting the volume Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)

Listening to Internet Radio

Playing back files stored on PC or NAS

Playing a USB memory device

Playing files stored on USB memory devices

Listening to music on a Bluetooth device

Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Pairing with other Bluetooth devices Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device

Getting the HEOS App

HEOS Account Playing from streaming music services Listening to the same music in multiple rooms

Listening to DAB/FM broadcasts

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Listening to DAB/FM broadcasts Changing the FM reception mode (Tune Mode) Presetting DAB/FM stations Automatically presetting FM stations (Auto Preset) Listening to stations registered in the preset list Deleting a station from the preset list Auto scanning DAB broadcast stations Switching the reception information for the currently tuned in DAB

station RDS search PTY search TP search Radio Text

Using as a D/A converter

Connecting and playing back from a computer (USB-DAC) Connect and playback from a digital device (Coaxial/Optical 1/

Optical 2)

Connect and play back from an analog device

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AirPlay function

Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad Playing iTunes music with this unit Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple

synced devices (AirPlay 2)

Spotify Connect function

Playing Spotify music with this unit

Convenience functions

Adding to HEOS Favorites Playing back HEOS Favorites Deleting a HEOS Favorites Adjusting the tone Switching the display’s brightness Using the sleep timer

Settings

Menu map

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Menu operation

Inputting characters

Using the number buttons Using the cursor buttons

Audio

Volume Limit H/P Amplifier Gain

General

TV Input IR Control Language Auto-Standby Usage Data Firmware Information Reset

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Network

Network Information Wi-Fi Bluetooth Network Control Friendly Name Connection Settings Diagnostics

DAB

Tuning Aid Station Order DRC (Dynamic Range Control) DAB Initialize DAB Version

HEOS Account

You have not signed in You have already signed in

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Tips Troubleshooting

Power does not turn on / Power is turned off LED is flashing Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit No sound comes out Sound is interrupted or noise occurs Desired sound does not come out AirPlay cannot be played back USB memory devices cannot be played back File names on the USB memory device are not displayed properly Bluetooth cannot be played back

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The Internet radio cannot be played back Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back (Music server) Various online services cannot be played Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network Music files on PC or Mac cannot be played back (USB-DAC) Audio from digital devices cannot be played back (Coaxial/

Optical) The input source switches to “Optical 1”, “Optical 2” or “Coaxial” Update/upgrade error messages

Resetting network settings

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Appendix

Playing back a USB memory devices D/A converter Playing back a Bluetooth device Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Playing back Internet Radio Last function memory Explanation of terms Trademark information Specifications Index License

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Quick Start Guide

Safety Instructions

Power cord

IR control cable

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(RC-1233)

External antennas for

Bluetooth/wireless

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R03/AAA batteries

DAB/FM indoor antenna

Notes on radio

Cautions on Using Batteries

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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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Approx. 7 m

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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 lid 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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High quality sound

Equipped with a high-quality class D amplifier

The amplifier incorporates Qualcomm® DDFA TM technology. The output stage circuit utilizes discrete BTL construction that realizes higher S/N and lower distortion than conventional class D amplifiers. Additionally, 70 W+70 W (4 Ω/ohms) output that is more powerful than the size of the housing delivers the “delicate yet powerful sound” of Denon’s ideal audio playback environment.

Qualcomm DDFA is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.

Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and

other countries. DDFA is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd.,

registered in the United States and other countries.

High grade headphone circuit

The high-grade headphone circuit incorporates discrete output stage construction for a high-quality listening experience, even when using the headphones to listen to music late at night, etc.

High Bitrate and High Sampling with Advanced AL32 Processing

Plus

A high bitrate and high sampling has been achieved with Denon’s unique data interpolation algorithm. 16 bit audio signals are converted to a high bitrate of 32 bit and 44.1 kHz sampling signals are up-sampled by 16x to achieve smoother recreation of sound waves. Data interpolation is also used, predicting interpolation points from a large number of surrounding points to provide audio as close as possible to the original sound. This elaborate restoration of data lost during digital recording achieves fine, distortion-free rendering, accurate sound localizing, rich bass and recreation that is faithful to the original sound.

High sound quality electrolytic capacitor

The unit’s features the same audiophile-grade Denon original high sound quality electrolytic capacitor specifically used in top-range models.

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High performance

Equipped with a USB-DAC function to support playback of high-

resolution sound sources

This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as DSD (2.8/5.6/11.2 MHz) and PCM files up to 384 kHz/32 bits. It provides high quality playback of high resolution files into this unit from a computer via USB-B connection.

Supports a variety of devices with digital inputs

Equipped with two optical digital inputs and one coaxial digital input to connect televisions and other devices with digital inputs. This unit also has an automatic playback function. When a device connected to this unit by digital connection is turned on, this unit automatically turns on and plays audio from the device.

Can be operated with the remote control of your TV

By learning the infrared signal of the remote control of your TV, you can operate this unit with the remote control of the TV. (v p. 95)

The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to network functions such as Internet radio etc.

You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC. This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.

Supports AirPlay 2® wireless audio

Sync multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices/speakers for simultaneous playback.

This unit supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.

Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out

easily

You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.

Support for Gapless playback

Playback with no gap between music files. (for WAV/FLAC/Apple Lossless/DSD only)

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Compatible with the HEOS Appz for performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)

Download the appropriate HEOS App for your iOS or Android devices. This unit

needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network that the iPad, iPhone or Android devices are connected to.

HEOS provides streaming music from your favorite online music

sources

HEOS wireless multi-room sound system that enables you to enjoy your favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your home. By utilizing your existing home network and the HEOS App (available for iOS, Android and Amazon devices), you can explore, browse, and play music from your own music library or from many online streaming music services.

When multiple HEOS devices are connected to the same network, HEOS devices can be grouped to play back the same music on all devices simultaneously, or different music can be played on each separate HEOS device.

Headphone Amplifier Gain selector function

This unit has a gain control function with three levels that can be switched according to the characteristics of the connected headphones.

System remote control included

Includes a system remote control that can also be used for Denon’s CD Player DCD-100 operations.

OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display that can display 3

lines

Equipped with auto standby mode function that reduces power

consumption

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Power operation button (X)

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This turns the power on/off (standby). (v p. 34)

Standby indicator

Lights as follows according to unit status:

Not lit:

When powered on

During normal standby (When “Auto-Play” is set to

“Off” (v p. 94))

Orange:

When “Auto-Play” is set to “On” (v p. 94)

When “Network Control” is set to “On” (v p. 101)

Cursor keys (uio p)

These select items.

ENTER key

This determines the selection.

Display

This displays various pieces of information.

Volume control knob

Adjusts the volume.

USB port (T)

This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices). (v p. 27)

Headphones jack

Used to connect headphones. When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer

be output from the connected speakers.

NOTE

To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using

headphones.

BACK key

Returns to the previous item.

Input source switching key (q)

This selects the input source.

Remote control sensor

This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 8)

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AC inlet (AC IN)

Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 32)

Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS)

Used to connect speakers. (v p. 22)

ANALOG IN connectors

Connecting to a device with analog audio output connectors. (v p. 25)

DIGITAL IN connectors

Bluetooth/wireless LAN antenna connectors

Used to connect the included external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity when connecting to a network via wireless LAN, or when connecting to a handheld device via Bluetooth. (v p. 30)

Place the external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity

evenly over the screw terminal of rear. Turn clockwise until the antennas is fully connected.

Rotate the antenna upwards for best reception.

Connecting to a device with digital audio output connectors. (v p. 24)

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PRE OUT connector

Used to connect a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier. (v p. 23)

IR CONTROL jack

Connects to a Denon CD player that is equipped with a IR control jack. (v p. 31)

DAB/FM antenna terminal (ANTENNA)

Used to connect DAB/FM antennas. (v p. 28)

NETWORK connector

Used to connect to a LAN cable when connecting to a wired LAN network. (v p. 29)

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Remote control signal transmitter

This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 8)

Input source select buttons

These select the input source. (v p. 35)

System buttons

These perform playback related operations.

Channel buttons (CH +, –)

These select stations registered to the preset list. (v p. 59)

RANDOM button (P)

Switches the random playback.

TONE button

Adjusting the tone. (v p. 83)

FAVORITES ADD / CALL buttons

This allows you to register content to “HEOS Favorites” and call registered content.

“Adding toHEOS Favorites” (v p. 81)

“Playing backHEOS Favorites” (v p. 82)

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QUEUE button

This displays the queue.

“Playing back files stored on PC or NAS” (v p. 38)

“Playing a USB memory device” (v p. 41)

ENTER button

This determines the selection.

Cursor buttons (uio p)

These select items.

Tuning buttons (TUNE +, –)

These operate the tuner. (v p. 57)

BACK button

Returns to the previous item.

Number/letter buttons (0 – 9, +10)

These enter letters or numbers into the unit. (v p. 91)

SLEEP button

This sets the sleep timer. (v p. 84)

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Power operation button (AMP POWER X)

This turns the power on/off (standby). (v p. 34)

Remote mode select button

(REMOTE MODE AMP)

Switches the remote control operating mode to this unit.

REPEAT button (L)

Switches the repeat playback.

VOLUME buttons (df)

Adjusts the volume. (v p. 35)

OPTION button

This displays the option menu on the display.

An option menu is not displayed for some input sources.

MUTE button (:)

This mutes the output audio. (v p. 35)

SETUP button

The setting menu is displayed on the display. (v p. 85)

CLEAR button

This cancels the settings.

Information button (INFO)

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

DIMMER button

Adjust the display brightness of this unit. (v p. 84)

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CD player operations

A Denon CD player can be operated.

Power button (CD POWER X)

Remote mode select button

(REMOTE MODE CD)

System buttons

Skip buttons (8, 9)

Play/pause button (1/3)

Stop button (2)

RANDOM button (P)

ENTER button

Cursor buttons (uio p)

Number buttons (0 – 9, +10)

SLEEP button

PROGRAM button

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REPEAT button (L)

MODE button

CLEAR button

Information button (INFO)

DIMMER button

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Connecting speakers 22

Connecting a digital device 24

Connecting an analog device 25

Connecting a PC or Mac 26

Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 27

Connecting a DAB/FM antenna 28

Connecting to a home network (LAN) 29

Connecting to the IR control connector 31

Connecting the power cord 32

NOTE

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

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

humming or noise.

Cables used for connections

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

Speaker cable

Subwoofer cable

Optical cable

Coaxial digital cable

Audio cable

USB Cable

LAN cable

IR control cable (supplied)

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Connecting speakers

Here we connect the speakers in the room to this unit. This section explains how to connect them using typical examples.

NOTE

Disconnect this unit’s power plug from the power outlet before connecting the

speakers. Also, turn off the subwoofer. Connect so that the speaker cable core wires do not protrude from the speaker

terminal. The protection circuit may be activated if the core wires touch the rear panel or if the + and - sides touch each other. “Protection circuit” (v p. 136)

Never touch the speaker terminals while the power cord is connected. Doing so

could result in electric shock. Use speakers with an impedance of 4 – 16 Ω/ohms.

Connecting the speaker cables

Connect the speaker cable to the + speaker terminal (red) and the speaker terminal (black).

Peel off about 10 mm of sheathing from the tip of the

speaker cable, then twist the core wire tightly.

Turn the speaker terminal counterclockwise to loosen

it.

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

speaker terminal.

Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it.

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Connecting the subwoofer

Use a subwoofer cable to connect the subwoofer.

Connecting speakers

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COAXIAL

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TV/Digital device

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Connecting a digital device

Connect this unit to a device with digital output connectors, such as a TV.

When connecting a TV to this unit, turn off the audio output of the TV’s internal

speakers. See the owner’s manual of your TV for details.

Specifications of supported audio formats

See “D/A converter” (v p. 129).

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Connecting an analog device

You can connect this unit to various devices with analog audio output.

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USB 2.0 cable

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Computer on which the driver software and

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Connecting a PC or Mac

By connecting a computer to the USB-DAC port on the rear panel of this unit using a commercially available USB connecting cable, this unit can be used as a D/A converter. (v p. 64)

NOTE

Before USB connecting this unit to your computer, install the driver software in your computer. (v p. 65)

Download the driver software from the PMA-150H page of the Denon website.

Use a cable that is 3 m or less to connect to the computer.

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Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port

For operating instructions see “Playing a USB memory device”. (v p. 41)

Denon does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter,

use that device’s supplied AC adapter.

NOTE

USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.

It is not possible to use this unit by connecting the unit’s USB port to a PC via a USB cable.

Do not use an extension cable when connecting a USB memory device. This may cause radio interference with other devices.

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Connecting a DAB/FM antenna

After connecting the antenna and receiving a DAB signal, find the position at which the reception is best using the “Tuning Aid” in the setup menu, then fix the antenna with tape at that position. (v p. 107)

For best results with the supplied indoor antenna, orient the antenna along a wall

such that it is stretched out horizontally and parallel to the floor (but above the floor), and then fasten the two end tabs to the wall. This type of antenna is directional and best results will be obtained when it is correctly oriented toward the transmitting location.

For example, if the transmission tower is to the north, then the two ends of the

antenna (with the tabs) should be stretched toward west and east. If you are unable to receive a good broadcast signal, we recommend installing an

outdoor antenna. For details, inquire at the retail store where you purchased the unit.

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Internet

Modem

Router

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Ethernet

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NAS

(Network Attached

Storage)

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Connecting to a home network (LAN)

This unit can connect to a network using a wired LAN or wireless LAN. You can connect this unit to your home network (LAN) to enable various

types of playback and operations as described below.

Playback of network audio such as Internet Radio and from your media

server(s) Playback of streaming music services

Using the Apple AirPlay function

Operation on this unit via the network

Operation with the HEOS wireless multi-room sound system

Firmware Update

For connections to the Internet, contact an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or a computer shop.

Wired LAN

To make connections via wired LAN, use a LAN cable to connect the router to this unit as shown in the figure below.

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Router with access point

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Wireless LAN

When connecting to the network via wireless LAN, connect the external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity connection to the rear panel and stand them upright. See “Wi-Fi Setup” on how to connect to a wireless LAN router. (v p. 102)

When using this unit, we recommend you use a router equipped with the following

functions:

Built-in DHCP server

This function automatically assigns IP addresses on the LAN. Built-in 100BASE-TX switch

When connecting multiple devices, we recommend a switching hub with a speed of 100 Mbps or greater.

Only use a shielded STP or ScTP LAN cable (readily available at electronics

stores). (CAT-5 or greater recommended) The normal shielded-type LAN cable is recommended. If a flat-type cable or

unshielded-type cable is used, other devices could be affected by noise. When using this unit connected to a network with no DHCP function, configure the

IP address, etc. in “Network”. (v p. 100)

NOTE

The types of routers that can be used depend on the ISP. Contact your ISP or a

computer shop for details. This unit is not compatible with PPPoE. A PPPoE compatible router is required if

your contracted line is not set using PPPoE. Do not connect a NETWORK connector directly to the LAN port/ Ethernet

connector on your computer. Various online services may be discontinued without prior notice.

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