Denon RCD-CX1 User Manual

SUPER AUDIO CD RECEIVER

RCD-CX1

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

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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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.

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.

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED BY
ANYONE EXCEPT PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Laser Class (IEC 60825-1:2001)

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Copyrights / Droits d’auteur / Derechos de Autor

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• It is prohibited by law to reproduce, broadcast, rent or play discs in
public without the consent of the copyright holder.

• La reproduction, la diffusion, la location, le prêt ou la lecture
publique de ces disques sont interdits sans le consentement du
détenteur des droits d’auteur.

• De acuerdo con las leyes está prohibido reproducir, emitir, alquilar
o interpretar discos en público sin la autorización del propietario de
los derechos de autor.

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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NOTAS SOBRE EL USO

• 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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Getting Started

Accessories ······················································································2
Cautions on Handling ····································································· 2
Cautions on Installation ·································································2
About Discs ·····················································································2

Discs Usable on the RCD-CX1 ·······················································2
Holding Discs ·················································································3
Loading Discs ·················································································3
Cautions on Loading Discs ·····························································3
Cautions on Handling ·····································································3
Cautions on Storing Discs ······························································ 3
Cleaning Discs ···············································································4

About the Remote Control Unit ···················································· 4

Inserting the Batteries ····································································4
Operating Range of the Remote Control Unit ································4

Part Names and Functions ·····························································5

Front Panel ·····················································································5
Display ···························································································5
Rear Panel ······················································································ 5
Remote Control Unit ······································································6

Connections

Preparations ····················································································7

Cables Used for Connections ························································7
Using the AM Loop Antenna ··························································7
Assembling the AM Loop Antenna ················································7

Speaker Connections ····································································· 8

Connecting the Speaker Cables ····················································· 8

Connecting the Playback Components ········································ 8

Record Player ················································································· 8
iPod® ······························································································9

Connecting a Power Amp and Subwoofer ··································9
Connecting the Recording Components ······································9

CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck ·······································9

Connections to Other Devices ····················································· 10

Antenna terminals ······································································· 10

Connecting the Power Cord························································· 10
Once Connections are Completed ·············································· 10

Setup Setting the Timer

Setting the Current Time (12-Hour Display) ······························· 11

Playback

Preparations ·················································································· 12

Turning the Power On ·································································· 12
Setting the layer to be played with priority ··································· 12
Loading Discs ··············································································· 12

Operations During Playback ························································12

Adjusting the Master Volume ······················································· 12
Input Source Switching ································································ 12
Listening with Headphones ························································· 12
Adjusting the Tone ········································································ 13
Turning the Sound Off Temporarily (Muting) ································· 13
Switching the Brightness of the Display ······································13

CD Playback ··················································································14

Playing CDs ·················································································· 14
Switching the Display ··································································· 14
Repeat Play or Random Play ························································ 14
Playing Tracks in the Desired Order <Program> ··························15

Playback of MP3 and WMA Files ················································· 15

About the MP3 and WMA Formats that can be Played ···············15
Playing MP3 and WMA Files ························································ 16
Repeat Play or Random Play ························································ 16

TUNER Playback ··········································································· 17

Tuning in Broadcast Stations ························································ 17
Automatically Presetting FM Stations (Auto Preset) ···················· 17
Presetting FM/AM Stations Manually ·········································· 17
Listening to Preset Stations ························································· 18
Naming the Currently Tuned in Broadcast Station ························ 18

iPod® Playback ············································································· 18

Preparations ················································································· 18
Listening to Audio ········································································18
Disconnecting the iPod ································································ 19

Recording ······················································································ 19

Recording on an External Device ················································· 19

Timer Playback··············································································20

Setting the Timer ·········································································· 20
Set the Timer ON/OFF ·································································21
Setting the Sleep Timer ································································ 22

Other Functions

Convenient Functions ·································································· 22

Auto Power On ············································································· 22
Auto Function Selector Function ·················································· 22
Last Function Memory ································································· 22
Resetting the Microprocessor ······················································22

Troubleshooting ····························································· 23

Specifications ·································································· 24

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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 Remote control (RC-1109) ........................................................ 1

w R03/AAA batteries ...................................................................2

e Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 6.6 ft /2 m) ......................... 1

r AM loop antenna ..................................................................... 1

t FM indoor antenna ..................................................................1

y Owner’s manual ...................................................................... 1

u Service station list ...................................................................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.

• Sufficiently ventilate the place of installation

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

long periods of time, the surface of the optical pickup could get dirty,
in which case it will not be able to read the signals properly.

• About condensation

If there is a major difference in temperature between the inside of

the unit and the surroundings, condensation (dew) may form on
the operating parts inside the unit, causing the unit not to operate
properly.

If this happens, let the unit sit for an hour or two with the power

turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature
before using the unit.

• 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.

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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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About Discs

Discs Usable on the RCD-CX1

q Super Audio CDs

Super Audio CDs marked with the logotypes indicated below can
be played on this unit.

There are three types of Super Audio CDs:

q Single layer disc

Single layer Super Audio CD with only an HD layer.

w Dual layer disc

Super Audio CD with a double HD layer, offering extended playing

time and high sound quality.

e 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.

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Connections

HD layer

b What is the HD layer?
The HD layer is a layer of high density signals for Super Audio

CDs.
b What is the CD layer?
The CD layer is the layer of signals that can be read on a regular CD

player.

This unit is not compatible with multi-channel playback.

w Music CDs

Discs marked with the logotype below can be played in this unit.

e CD-R/CD-RW

• Some discs and some recording formats may not be playable.

• Non-finalized discs cannot be played.

b What is finalization?
Finalization is the process that makes recorded CD-R/CD-RW discs

playable on compatible players.

NOTE

Discs with special shapes (heart­shaped discs, octagonal discs,
etc.) cannot be played. Do not
attempt to play them, as doing so
can damage the product.

Types of Super Audio CDs

Hybrid discDual layer discSingle layer disc

HD layer CD layer HD layer

Holding Discs

Do not touch the signal surface.

Loading Discs

• Set the disc with the labeled side facing 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).

Figure 1 Figure 2

Outer tray

guide

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

• “00:00” is displayed if a disc that cannot be played is loaded.

• “NO DISC” is displayed if the disc is loaded upside-down or if no disc
is loaded.

12 cm disc

Inner tray

guide

8 cm disc

Cautions on Loading Discs

• 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.

Cautions on Handling

• 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 at the center.

• Do not write on the labeled (printed) surface with ball-point pens,
pencils, etc., or stick new labels on discs.

• Water droplets 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 them off using a hairdryer, etc.

Cautions on Storing Discs

• Be sure to remove discs after using them.

• Be sure to store discs in their cases to protect them from dust,
scratches, warping, 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 heating appliances, etc.

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Cleaning Discs

• If there are fingerprints or dirt on discs, wipe them off before using
the disc. Fingerprints and dirt can impair sound quality and cause
interruptions in playback.

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

About the Remote Control Unit

Inserting the Batteries

q Remove the remote control

unit’s rear cover.

w Set two R03/AAA batteries in

the battery compartment in the
indicated direction.

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Operating Range of the Remote Control
Unit

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

Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Setting the Timer Other Functions Troubleshooting

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Gently wipe the disc from the
inside towards the outside.

Do not wipe with a circular
motion.

NOTE

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

e Put the rear cover back on.

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.

Specifications

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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Setting the Timer Other Functions Troubleshooting

Getting Started

Part Names and Functions

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

Front Panel

Display

q Remote control sensor ································· (4)
w Power indicator ··········································· (12)
e Power operation button

(ON/STANDBY) ······································(11, 12)

r Headphones jack (PHONES) ······················ (12)
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Master volume control knob (VOLUME)

Specifications

····· (12)

u SOURCE button ·········································· (12)
i Reverse-skip/Forward-skip buttons

(8/–, +/9) ··································(14, 16, 17)

o Play/Pause button (1/3) ···························(14)
Q0 Stop / Disc tray open/close button

(2/5) ···························································· (12)

Q1 Disc tray ························································· (3)

q Information display

Various information is displayed here, depending

on the operation mode.

w Tuner reception mode indicators ········· (17, 18)
e Mode indicators ·································· (14 ~ 19)

Rear Panel

q CARTRIDGE selection switch ······················ (8)
w Analog audio input connectors ··············· (8, 9)
e Analog audio output connectors ··············· (9)
r Digital audio output connector

(OPTICAL OUT) ············································· (9)

t DOCK CONTROL jack ··································· (9)
y AC inlet (AC IN) ··········································· (10)
u Speaker terminals (SPEAKER SYSTEM) ····· (8)
i FM/AM antenna terminals ························· (10)
o SIGNAL GND terminal ·································(8)

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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Setting the Timer Other Functions Troubleshooting

Getting Started

Buttons Operable for All Functions
(CD, PHONO, TUNER, LINE1, LINE2
and iPod)

Buttons Operable When the Function
is Set to “CD”

The buttons listed at “Buttons Operable for All
Functions” can also be used.

Buttons Operable When the Function
is Set to “TUNER”

The buttons listed at “Buttons Operable for All
Functions” can also be used.

Buttons Operable When the Function
is Set to “iPod”

The buttons listed at “Buttons Operable for All
Functions” can also be used.

q Remote control signal transmitter ·············· (4)
w ON/STANDBY button ··································(11)
e MENU/SET button ······································(11)
r Cursor buttons

(2/u, 8/i, 4/o, 6/p) ···································(11)

t Function buttons

(LINE1/LINE2, TUNER, PHONO) ················· (12)

y TIME/DISPLAY button ·································(11)
u Master volume control buttons

(VOLUME) ···················································(12)

i DIMMER button ·········································· (13)
o ENTER button (5/ENTER) ···························(11)
Q0 SLEEP/TIMER button ································· (22)
Q1 PURE DIRECT/TONE button ······················ (13)
Q2 MUTE button ·············································· (13)

q Number buttons ········································· (14)
w REPEAT/RANDOM button ························· (14)
e Play/Pause button (1/3) ···························(14)
r Fast-reversing/Fast-forwarding buttons

(TU–/6, TU+/7)···································· (14)

t MODE button ·············································· (16)
y CLEAR button ············································· (15)
u PROGRAM DIRECT button ························· (15)
i Reverse-skip/Forward-skip buttons

(CH–/8, CH+/9) ································· (14)

o Stop button (2) ··········································· (14)

q Number buttons ···································· (17, 18)
w Channel +, – buttons

(CH–/8, CH+/9) ···························· (17, 18)

e Tuning +, – buttons

(TU–/6, TU+/7)···································· (17)

r CLEAR button ·············································(18)
t PROGRAM/DIRECT button ························ (17)

Specifications

q iPod 1/3 button ········································· (18)
w REPEAT/RANDOM button ························· (18)
e MODE button ·············································· (18)
r Reverse-skip/Forward-skip /

Fast-reversing/Fast-forwarding buttons
(CH–/8, CH+/9) ································· (18)

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