Integrated Amplifier
PMA-700AE
■High Current (HC) Single Push-Pull Circuit to balance details and power
The PMA-700AE's HC Single Push-Pull Circuit, for dramatically bringing out the amplifier's best ability, inherits the same concept of the UHC Single Push-Pull Circuit that is used in DENON's high-end integrated amplifiers and has been critically acclaimed for the expressive richness of its sound. The HC transistor has twice the capacity of conventional transistors to supply electrical current and handle moments of peak current, ensuring rock-solid stability in musical expression. HC single push-pull technology masterfully balances high power and the delicate nuances of music.
■High-speed, large-capacity power circuit
To bring out the full potential of the HC single push-pull circuit, the same Schottky barrier diode that is renowned for its high reliability in high-end models is used for the PMA-700AE's rectifier circuit. The large-current characteristics with minimal noise during high-speed operation enable powerful, low-noise playback of highquality sound. The combination of this Schottky barrier diode and a block type capacitor for smoothing high-quality sound makes a stable power supply possible.
■Main transformer with separate power supplies for analog and digital circuits
The coiled wire of the power transformer for the audio signal and control circuits has been separated to eliminate mutual interference and adverse influences on sound quality. There is also a prepared transformer that is used during remote power-off standby to minimize power consumption during standby and improve environmentally friendly performance.
■Thorough design for high sound quality
The PMA-700AE employs DENON's Signal Level Divided Construction (SLDC) in which the circuits for small and large signals, the microprocessor and other circuits are separated in an ideal manner to minimize interference among the circuits. In addition, a CD/PHONO input relay switch injected with an inert gas is used to form a straight signal path and maintain signal purity. DENON has also strictly selected parts for high-quality sound and reliable operation, such as DENON's original block capacitor for sound smoothing, carbon resistors, capacitors and others. The PMA-700AE has been designed for high sound quality in extremely minute detail.
■ Wide dynamic range playback, supporting a variety of high-grade audio
sources
The PMA-700AE's tone circuit, power amplifier circuit and other areas have been fine-adjusted to secure a frequency response of up to 100 kHz during actual use. Also, improvements in the volume circuit suppress noise in the amplifier during
use to achieve a high resolution. These features and others give the PMA-700AE plenty of latitude to handle the wide dynamic range of high-grade audio sources such as Super Audio CD and DVD-Audio.
■ Microprocessor Stop Mode, for higher sound quality
The Microprocessor Stop Mode automatically stops all operations of the microprocessor when it is not needed during playback. By stopping the oscillation of the microprocessor's clock during normal listening, the audio signal is protected from noise and the quality of sound is improved.
■ Source Direct, for clean pure audio playback
The PMA-700AE includes a Source Direct function that allows the audio signal to bypass the Bass, Treble, Loudness, and Balance control circuits and maintain its purity for optimum sound transparency during playback.
■ PRE OUT jack, for future upgrades
The PMA-700AE is equipped with a PRE OUT jack that allows the connection of a high-output power amplifier or subwoofer in future system upgrades.
■ REC OUT Selector
The PMA-700AE's REC OUT Selector function lets the system perform recording operations such as from CD to MD in the background while listening to a record.
■PHONO Equalizer Amp (MM), for connecting an analog record player
■Total design inherited from the premium "SA" models
The PMA-700AE sports a refined design that inherits the quality of Denon's highend models and harmonizes well with system upgrades in this series. Color can be chosen from Premium Silver and Black.
■ Newly-designed System Remote included
The PMA-700AE's system remote unit controls the main volume, function switching, muting, and remote power on/off (linked with three AC outlets). The system remote also controls DENON CD players, tuners, and cassette decks.
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