DCD-A110 - CD Player DENON - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	CD Player
Model	DCD-A110
Brand	Denon
Disc Compatibility	CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA
DAC	Quad DAC configuration (4 x PCM1795)
Sampling Frequency	32kHz - 192kHz
Digital Outputs	Optical, Coaxial, USB-B
Analog Outputs	RCA, XLR
Frequency Response	2 Hz - 20 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	125 dB
Dynamic Range	120 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion	0.001%
Dimensions (W x H x D)	434 x 136 x 342 mm (17.1 x 5.4 x 13.5 in)
Weight	13.2 kg (29.1 lb)
Power Consumption	35 W (standby: 0.2 W)
Power Supply	AC 120V/240V, 50/60 Hz
Special Features	AL32 Processing, Advanced Disc Transport with vibration damping, Direct Mechanical Ground, Pure Direct mode
Cleaning	Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the outer casing. Do not use solvents. Clean the disc tray with a lens cleaning disc.
Safety	Do not expose to moisture or extreme temperatures. Use only supplied power cord. Do not disassemble.
Spare Parts & Repairability	Contact authorized Denon service centers for replacement parts or repairs. User-replaceable parts include the power cord.

Frequently Asked Questions - DCD-A110 DENON

Can I play MP3 CDs on the DCD-A110?

Yes, the DCD-A110 supports playback of CD-R/RW discs containing MP3 and WMA files. Ensure the files are burnt in standard formats.

What is the maximum sampling rate for USB input?

The USB-B input supports PCM signals up to 192 kHz/24-bit and DSD up to 5.6 MHz (DSD128).

How do I clean the CD lens?

Use a commercial CD lens cleaning disc. Insert it into the tray and follow the cleaning disc instructions. Do not use any liquid or spray directly.

What is the power consumption in standby mode?

In standby mode, the DCD-A110 consumes less than 0.2 W to comply with energy-saving regulations.

Can I connect the DCD-A110 directly to a power amplifier?

Yes, the DCD-A110 has variable analog outputs via XLR or RCA. Set the output level in the menu to use it as a preamp. Use fixed output for standard connection.

Does the DCD-A110 play SACD discs?

No, the DCD-A110 is a dedicated CD player and does not support SACD or DVD-Audio discs. It plays standard CDs and CD-R/RW with audio or MP3/WMA files.

What is the warranty period for the DCD-A110?

The DCD-A110 comes with a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase. Extended warranty options may be available from authorized dealers.

How do I update the firmware?

Firmware updates are released via the Denon website. Download the update file to a USB flash drive, connect it to the USB port, and follow the on-screen instructions.

Can I use the DCD-A110 as a DAC for other digital sources?

Yes, the DCD-A110 features a USB-B input that can be used as a standalone DAC for a computer. It also has optical and coaxial inputs, but these are only for use with other Denon components via the system control.

What should I do if the disc tray does not open?

First, ensure the unit is powered on. If the tray is stuck, try gently pressing the open/close button again. If it still does not open, disconnect the power for a minute and try again. If the issue persists, contact Denon support.

USER MANUAL DCD-A110 DENON

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DENON®

DCD-A110

Accessories	4
Inserting the batteries	5
Operating range of the remote control unit	5
Part names and functions	6
Front panel	6
Display	8
Rear panel	9
Remote control unit	10

Connections

Connecting an amplifier	14
Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors	15
Connecting the timer device	16
Connecting the power cord	17

Playback

Basic operation	19
Turning the power on	19
Switching the power to standby	19
Switching the display's brightness	20
Switching the Pure Direct mode	20
Setting the top priority playback layer for Super Audio CDs	21
Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs	22
Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs	22
Playing tracks in a specific order (Program playback)	24
Playing Data CDs and Data DVDs	26
Playing files	27
Using the timer play function	29

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Setting the Auto Standby mode 30

Tips

Tips 32

Troubleshooting 33

Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 34

Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 35

Display on this unit shows nothing 35

No sound comes out 36

Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 36

Cannot playback Discs 37

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Playable media 38

Discs 38

Playback order of music files 40

About discs and files 41

Cautions on using media 42

Loading discs 42

How to handle media 43

Cleaning discs 43

Explanation of terms 44

Specifications 47

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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.

Safety InstructionsQuick Start Guide Power Warranty (for North America model only)

(RC-1237)

Audio cableR03/AAA batteriesRemote control unit

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Inserting the batteries

1 Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it.

Simple line drawing of a curved object with an arrow pointing to its side (no text or symbols)

2 Insert two batteries correctly into the battery compartment as indicated.

3 Put the rear lid back on.

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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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Front panel

For details, see the next page.

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① Power operation button (⏻)

This turns the power on/off. (p. 19)

② Power indicator

This is lit as follows according to the power status:

• Power on : White
• Standby : Off
• Power off : Off

③ Ultra AL32 Processing indicator

When this unit is used in the following ways, Ultra AL32 Processing is activated and this light turns on.

• When a CD is inserted
• When a data disc is inserted
• When "CD" is set as the layer mode of a Super Audio CD

- When a DSD file is played, Ultra AL32 Processing stops and this light turns off.

4 SUPER AUDIO CD indicator

This light turns on when this unit is used in the following ways.

• When a Super Audio CD is inserted
• When "STEREO" or "MULTI" is set as the layer mode of a Super Audio CD

⑤ Disc tray

Used to insert a disc.

⑥ Play/Pause button (▶/III)

Plays the track/Pauses the track.

⑦ Stop button (■)

Stops playback.

⑧ Reverse-skip button (I◀◀)

Returns to the start of the currently playing track.

⑨ Forward-skip button (▶▶▶)

Plays the next track.

⑩ DISC LAYER button

This switches the Super Audio CD layer. (p. 21)

⑪ PURE DIRECT button

This switches the Pure Direct mode. (p. 20)

⑫ Remote control sensor

This receives signals from the remote control unit. (☐ p. 5)

⑬ Display

Various information is displayed here. (p. 8)

⑭ Disc tray open/close button (▲)

Used to open/close the disc tray.

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① Disc media indicators

Displays the type of disc that is being played back.

② Track number indicator

Lights up when displaying the track number.

③ Downmix indicator (D.MIX)

This light turns on when a multi-channel area of a Super Audio CD is played.

④ Program indicator (PROG)

Lights up during program playback.

⑤ Random indicator (RAND)

Lights during random playback.

6 Time display indicators

TOTAL REM : Lights up when displaying the remaining time in all-track playback.

SING REM : Lights up when displaying the remaining time in singletrack playback.

⑦ Playback mode indicators

▶ : Lights up during playback.

II: Lights up during pause.

⑧ Repeat mode indicator

Lights to match the repeat mode settings.

⑨ Information display

Displays various information or playback elapsed time and so on of the disc.

⑩ Playback format indicators

Lights up while an WAV/MP3/WMA file is being played back.

⑪ Playback signal channel indicator

The respective indicator will light corresponding to the output signal.

L : Front left

R : Front right

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① AUDIO OUT connectors

Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio inputs connectors or an external amplifier. (p. 14)

② DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connectors

Used to connect an AV receiver or D/A converter that has a digital input connectors. (127 p. 15)

③ IR CONTROL connectors

Used to connect Denon network audio players with an IR controller.

④ AC inlet (AC IN)

Used to connect the power cord. (p. 17)

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Remote control unit

The remote control provided with this unit can control a Denon amplifier.

- "Amplifier operations" (p. 12)

■ Operating this unit

① Remote control signal transmitter

This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (p. 5)

② Power operation button (⏻)

This turns the power on/off (standby). (p. 19)

③ DISC LAYER button

This switches the playback layer of a Super Audio CD.

- "Setting the top priority playback layer for Super Audio CDs" (p. 21)

- "Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs" (p. 22)

④ Cursor buttons (△▽◀▶)

These select items.

⑤ ENTER button

This determines the selection.

⑥ Number buttons (0 - 9, +10)

These enter numbers into the unit.

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7 RANDOM button

Switches the random playback.

⑧ REPEAT button

Switches the repeat playback.

⑨ System buttons

These perform playback related operations.

⑩ DIMMER button

This switches the brightness of the display. (p. 20)

⑪ MODE button

This switches the playback mode. (p. 28)

⑫ CLEAR button

This clears the program registration. (p. 25)

13 PROGRAM button

This sets program playback. (1 p. 24)

14 Information button (INFO)

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

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■ Amplifier operations

A Denon amplifier can be operated.

① Power operation button (AMPLIFIER ⏻)
② TV AUTO-PLAY button
③ ANALOG MODE button
④ MUTE button
⑤ VOLUME buttons (▲▼)
6 DIMMER button
⑦ Input source select buttons (INPUT SELECT)

NOTE

- The remote control may not operate some products.

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Connecting an amplifier	14
Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors	15
Connecting the timer device	16
Connecting the power cord	17

NOTE

• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
• Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in noise.

■ Cables used for connections

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

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Connecting an amplifier

Use this connection for audio playback via an amplifier.

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Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors

You can enjoy digital audio playback by connecting an AV receiver or D/A converter that has a digital audio connector to this unit.

NOTE

• Digital audio output stops during playback of the HD layer of Super Audio CDs, DSD files and files with a sampling frequency of 32 kHz.

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Connecting the timer device

This unit can perform timer play when an amplifier and timer device are connected to this unit. ("Using the timer play function" (p. 29))

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Connecting the power cord

After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet.

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Basic operation	19
Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs	22
Playing Data CDs and Data DVDs	26
Using the timer play function	29

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Basic operation

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Turning the power on

1 Press ⏻ on the main unit to turn the power on. The power indicator lights white.

- Press ⏻ on the remote control unit to turn on power from standby mode.

Switching the power to standby

1 Press ⏻.

The unit switches to standby mode.

NOTE

- Power continues to be supplied to some of the circuitry even when the power is in the standby mode. When leaving home for long periods of time or when going on vacation, either press on the main unit to turn off the power, or unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

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Switching the display's brightness

The display brightness can be adjusted between four levels. Switching the display off reduces a source of noise that affects sound quality, enabling higher sound quality playback.

1 Press DIMMER.

- The brightness of the display switches each time the button is pressed.

• The display brightness is set to most brightly by default.
• The DIMMER button also controls the Denon's Integrated Amplifier PMA-A110, so the PMA-A110 can be operated simultaneously with this unit. When the two units have different settings, press and hold in the button for lease 2 seconds to reset them both to the default setting, then make the desired setting.

Switching the Pure Direct mode

In Pure Direct mode, the display turns off and digital audio output stops. This reduces the source of noise that can adversely affect sound quality, enabling high quality playback.

1 Press PURE DIRECT on the main unit.

The display turned off, and Pure Direct playback begins.
- To turn off this mode, press PURE DIRECT again.

• In the Pure Direct mode, DIMMER is not available for operation.
• The display is only turned off during playback.

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Setting the top priority playback layer for Super Audio CDs

The layer that is played with priority when the disc is loaded can be set.

1 Check that no disc is loaded.

- If the layer is switched while the disc is being loaded, the playback layer switches for that disc, but the top priority playback layer setting itself does not change.

2 Press DISC LAYER and switch to the layer you want to set.

STEREO(Default):	Plays back the 2-channel area of the Super Audio CD.
MULTI:	Plays back the multi-channel area of the Super Audio CD.The analog output of this unit outputs a down-mixed 2-channel signal.
CD:	Plays back the CD layer of the Super Audio CD.

• The layer for playback can also be switched by pressing DISC LAYER on this unit.
• When a disc is loaded after the setting has been made, the contents recorded on the set layer are displayed.
• If a disc that does not contain the layer set for top priority playback is loaded, the contents recorded on another layer are displayed automatically.
• This setting is stored in the memory and is not cleared even when the disc holder is opened or closed or the power is turned off. To change the setting, repeat the procedure above.
• The priority playback layer cannot be set when a disc is inserted or "Open" is shown on the display.
• If the area and layer have not been set for a disc, the priority playback order is as follows:

①STEREO

② MULTI
③CD

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Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs

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Playing CDs/Super Audio CDs

1 Insert a disc. (p. 42)

- Press ▲ on the main unit to open/close the disc tray.

2 When playing back a Super Audio CD, press DISC LAYER to set the playback layer. (p. 21)

3 Press ▶/II.

The ▶ indicator lights on the display. Playback starts.

NOTE

• Do not place any foreign objects in the disc tray. Doing so could damage the unit.
• Do not push the disc tray in by hand when the power is turned off. Doing so could damage the unit.

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Operation buttons	Function
▶/II	Playback / Pause
■	Stop
|◀◀▶▶|	Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
◀◀▶▶	Fast-reverse / Fast-forward
0 - 9, +10 Select the track
RANDOM Random playback
REPEAT	Repeat playbackSwitching between All-track repeat, Single-track repeat and Repeat off.
INFO	Time display switchingSwitching between elapsed time of the current track, remaining time of the current track and remaining time of all tracks.The time displayed on this unit may differ from this actual time, as it is calculated by truncating to the nearest 1 second.
	Text information recorded on the Super Audio CD appears in the display.

■ Switching the display

Press INFO.

Displays text and time information stored on media.

• The text information is only displayed for Super Audio CD.
• The player can display the following characters:

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

0123456789

$$ !" # \% \ & :; < >? @ [ ] _ {-} ^ {\prime} I {} \sim^ {\prime} () ^ {*} +, -. / = (\text {space}) $$

■ Discs that can be played back

• See "Discs". (p. 38)

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■ Playing a specific track (Direct searching)

1 Use 0 - 9, +10 to select the tracks.

【Example】

Track 4 :

Press number 4 to select track 4.

Track 12 :

Press numbers +10 and 2 consecutively.

Playing tracks in a specific order (Program playback)

Up to 20 tracks can be programmed.

1 In the stop mode, press PROGRAM.
The program indicator lights on the display.

2 Use 0 - 9 and +10 to select the tracks. [Example]

To program tracks 3 and 12 to be played in that order, press 3, +10 and 2 one after the other.

3 Press ▶/II.

Playback starts in the programmed order.

- When REPEAT is pressed during program playback, the tracks are played repeatedly in the programmed order.

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- Checking the order of the programmed tracks

In the stop mode, press ▶▶▶I.

The track numbers are displayed in the programmed order each time the button is pressed.

■ To clear the last track programmed

In the stop mode, press CLEAR.

The last track programmed is cleared each time the button is pressed.

■ Clearing the all programmed track

In the stop mode, press PROGRAM.

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Playing Data CDs and Data DVDs

• This section explains how to playback music files that are recorded onto a CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW.
• There are many music distribution sites on the Internet allowing you to download music files in MP3 or WMA (Windows Media® Audio) format. The music (files) downloaded from such sites can be stored on CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW discs and played on this unit.
• The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for playback are as follows.

See "Playable files" for details. (☐ p. 39)

• Copyright-protected files cannot be played. Note that depending on the software used for burning and other conditions, some files may not play or display correctly.

"Windows Media" and "Windows" are the trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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Playing files

1 Load a CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW disc containing music files into the disc tray. (P. 42)
- Press ▲ on the main unit to open/close the disc tray.
2 Use △▽◀ to select the folder to be played, then press ENTER.
3 Use △▽ to select the file to be played, then press ENTER.

Playback starts.

Operation buttons	Function
▶/II	Playback / Pause
■	Stop
|◀◀▶▶|	Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
◀◀▶▶	Fast-reverse / Fast-forward
◀	Moving up a level in the folder tree
△ ▽	Select the item
ENTER Enter the selected item / Playback
MODE Select the playback range
RANDOM Random playback
REPEAT	Repeat playback• Switching between All-track repeat, Single-track repeat and Repeat off.
INFO	Switch the display between the elapsed playback time, text information stored in the file and the file format.

- To play another file while playing from a CD-R/-RW or DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW, press ◀ to display the folder tree, △▽ to select the file to be played, and then press ENTER.

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■ Switching the display

During playback, press INFO.

• Switch the display between the elapsed playback time, text information stored in the file and the file format.
• If a file does not support text information or no track information is recorded, the file name is displayed.
• The player can display the following characters:

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ

abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz

0123456789

$$ !" # \% \ & :; < >? @ \backslash [ ] _ {-} ^ {\prime} \mid {} \sim^ {\wedge} () ^ {*} +, -. / = \text {space} $$

- The folder and file numbers are set automatically when the disc is loaded.

■ Files that can be played back

• See " playable files". (☐ p. 39)

■ Switching the playback range

In the stop mode, press MODE.

- The playback range of a track can be set.

Folder mode:

All the files in the selected folder are played.

All mode: All the files in the disc are played.

- The folder hierarchy is not displayed when "All mode" is set as the playback range.

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Using the timer play function

1 Turn on the power of the connected components. (p. 16)
2 Switch the amplifier's function to input from the connected unit.
3 Press the MODE button on the remote control for 5 seconds or more to turn on the timer play function.

"Timer Play On" is displayed on the display.

• Pressing the MODE button on the remote control for 5 seconds or more switches the timer play function between on and off.
• "Timer Play On" and "Timer Play Off" are only shown on the display when the timer play function switches between on and off.

4 Load a disc.
5 Set the audio timer for the desired times.

- Refer also to the owner's manual of the audio timer.

6 Turn the timer "On".

• The power of the components connected to the timer turns off.
• When the set time is reached, the power of the different components automatically turns on and playback starts from the first track.

- The timer play does not support the random play or program play.

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Setting the Auto Standby mode

When Auto Standby mode is set to On, if the unit remains in the stopped state and no operations are performed for approximately 30 minutes, the unit automatically switches to standby mode.

The default setting is "Off".

1 Press and hold ⏻ for 5 seconds or more to switch it on and off.

The display changes as follows each time it is switched on and off.

• When auto standby mode is on: "Auto STBY On" is displayed.
• When auto standby mode is off: "Auto STBY Off" is displayed.

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I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality 32

I want to playback just the specified folder 32

I want to display Super Audio CD text 32

I want to play the multi-channel area of a Super Audio CD is played 32

I want to play all tracks on a DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW at random 32

Troubleshooting

Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 34

Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 35

Display on this unit shows nothing 35

No sound comes out 36

Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 36

Cannot playback Discs 37

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I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality
- Set Pure Direct which turns digital output and the display off. (☐ p. 20)
I want to playback just the specified folder
- The MODE button to set the playback range to "Folder mode". (19 p. 28)
I want to display Super Audio CD text
- This unit supports Super Audio CD text. Press the INFO button to switch the display information. (17 p. 23)
I want to play the multi-channel area of a Super Audio CD is played
- This unit can play multi-channel audio by downmixing to two channels. Press the DISC LAYER button and set "MULTI". (17 p. 21)
I want to play all tracks on a DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW at random
- Random playback can be set by pressing the MODE button and setting "All Mode" as the playback mode before playback. (17 p. 28)

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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 owner's manual?
3. Are the other devices operating properly?

If this unit does not operate properly, check the corresponding symptoms in this section.

If the symptoms do not match any of those described here, consult your dealer as it could be due to a fault in this unit. In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact the store where you purchased this unit.

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Power does not turn on / Power is turned off

Power is not turned on.

• Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. (17)
• This unit is in standby mode. Press the ⏻ button on the remote control. (17 p. 19)

Power automatically turns off.

- The auto standby mode setting is on. The auto standby mode automatically switches the unit to standby if there are no operations for more than 30 minutes. To disable the Auto Standby mode, press and hold the ⏻ button on the remote control for more than 5 seconds when the Auto Standby mode is enabled. (17 p. 30)

When the power is turned on, the power indicator shows one long blink and three or six short blinks in red.

- Press the ⏻ button on the main unit to turn off the power, and then turn on the power again. If the power indicator blinks again, this unit's circuit has failed. Unplug the power cord and contact our customer service center.

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Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit

Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit.

• Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. (☐ p. 5)
• Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 23 ft/7 m from this unit and at an angle of within 30^ . (1-5 p. 5)
• Remove any obstacle between this unit and the remote control unit.
• Insert the batteries in the proper direction, checking the and marks. (p. 5)
• The unit's remote control sensor is exposed to strong light (direct sunlight, inverter type fluorescent bulb light, etc.). Move the set to a place in which the remote control sensor will not be exposed to strong light.
• When using a 3D video device, the remote control unit of this unit may not function due to effects of infrared communications between units (such as TV and glasses for 3D viewing). In this case, adjust the direction of units with the 3D communications function and their distance to ensure they do not affect operations from the remote control unit of this unit.

Display on this unit shows nothing

Display is off.

• Press the DIMMER button, and change the setting to anything other than off. (p. 20)
• Setting Pure Direct mode to on turns off the display. Press the PURE DIRECT button on the main unit to set Pure Direct mode to off. (p. 20)

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No sound comes out

No sound is produced. Or sound is distorted.

• Check the connections for all devices. (☐ p. 13)
• Insert connection cables all the way in.
• Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected.
• Check cables for damage.
• Check the amplifier's functions and controls and adjust as necessary.
• When Pure Direct mode is set to on, digital audio output stops. Set Pure Direct mode to off to output digital audio. (☐ p. 20)
  • Digital audio output stops during playback of the HD layer of Super Audio CDs, DSD files and files with a sampling frequency of 32 kHz.

Sound is interrupted or noise occurs

During playback from the CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW, sound is occasionally interrupted.

• The sound may skip during playback of a CD-R/CD-RW containing a high-resolution audio source.
• This may be caused by poor recording conditions, or the disc itself may be of poor quality. Use a correctly recorded disc.

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Cannot playback Discs

Cannot playback when the play button is pressed, or cannot correctly play back a specific part of the disc.

- The disc is dirty or scratched. Either clean the disc, or insert a different disc. (☐ p. 43)

Cannot playback CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW.

• Discs cannot be played back unless they have been finalized. Use a finalized disc. (☐ p. 38)
• This may be caused by poor recording conditions, or the disc itself may be of poor quality. Use a correctly recorded disc.
• Files are created in a format that is not supported by this unit. Check the formats supported by this unit. (p. 38)

"No Disc" is displayed.

• "No Disc" is displayed if the disc is loaded upside-down, if no disc is loaded, when the inserted disc cannot be read because it is not compatible with this unit or is dirty or scratched. Check the disc.
  "System Error" is displayed.
• "System Error" is displayed when an error not caused by disc, format, etc., occurs. Contact our customer service center.
  "Wrong Format" is displayed.
• "Wrong Format" is displayed for files created in a format that is not supported by this unit. Check the formats supported by this unit. (1 p. 39)

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Discs

Playable media
Super Audio CD
CD
CD-R
CD-RW
DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW

NOTE

• Some discs and some recording formats cannot be played.
  • Non-finalized discs cannot be played.

Super Audio CD

There are three types of Super Audio CDs:

① Single layer disc
Single layer Super Audio CD with just an HD layer.
② Dual layer disc
Super Audio CD with two HD layers. Enables long playback at a high audio quality.
③ 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.

The HD layer is a layer of high density signals for Super Audio CDs. The CD layer is the layer of signals that can be read on a regular CD player.

- When "MULTI" is selected, down-mixed audio is output to the L and R channels.

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■ Compatible formats

	Sampling frequency Bit rate		Bit length	Playable discs			Extension
				CD-R/CD-RW	DVD-R/DVD-RW	DVD+R/DVD+RW
MP3 32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps -				√ √	√		.mp3
WMA 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps -				√ √	√		.wma
AAC 32/44.1/48 kHz 16 – 320 kbps -				√ √	√		.aac/.m4a
WAV	32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz	- 16/24 bit		√*2	√	√	.wav
FLAC	32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz	- 16/24 bit		√*2	√	√	.flac
ALAC*1	32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz	- 16/24 bit		√*2	√	√	.m4a
AIFF	32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz	- 16/24 bit		√*2	√	√	.aif/.aiff
DSD 2.8/5.6 MHz - 1 bit –					√	√	.dsf/.dff

*1 Copyright [2012] [D&M Holdings. Inc.]
Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
*2 This item can only be used to play files with a sampling frequency of 32/44.1/48 kHz.

■ Maximum number of playable files and folders

Maximum number of folders : 1,000

Maximum number of files in 1 folder : 2,000

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• Be sure to give files the extension. Files with any other extensions or files with no extensions cannot be played.
• Recordings you have made should only be used for your personal enjoyment, and as per copyright laws may not be used in other ways without permission of the copyright holder.

• Only music files that are not copyright-protected can be played on this unit.
• Content downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright protected. Also, files encoded in WMA format when ripped from a CD, etc. on a computer may be copyright protected, depending on the computer's settings.
• The maximum number of files and folders that can be played differs depending on conditions such as the length of the file name or folder name or the number of levels in the folder hierarchy.

Playback order of music files

When there are multiple folders containing music files, the playback order of folders is automatically set when this unit reads the media. The files in each folder are played back in the order in which the files were recorded on the media, from the oldest date and time.

DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW and CD-R/-RW

For playback of files on DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW, files in all folders on the first layer are played first, next on the second layer, then next on the third layer, and so on in this order.

• The playback order displayed on a PC may differ from the actual playback order.
• The playback order with a DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW and CD-R/-RW may differ, depending on the writing software.

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About discs and files

Music files recorded on CD-R/-RW and DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW are divided into large segments (folders) and small segments (files).

Files are stored in folders, and folders can be placed for storage in a hierarchy. The unit can recognize up to 8 levels of folders.

graph TD
    A["DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW"] --> B["Folder 1"]
    A --> C["Folder 2"]
    A --> D["File 1"]
    A --> E["File 3File 2"]
    A --> F["Folder 3"]
    A --> G["File 4"]
    A --> H["File 5"]
    A --> I["File 6"]
    A --> J["File 7"]
    A --> K["1st level"]
    A --> L["2nd level"]
    A --> M["3rd level"]

- When writing music files on a DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW or CD-R/-RW disc, set the writing software's format to "ISO9660". The files may not play properly if they are recorded in other formats. For details, refer to the instructions of your writing software.

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Cautions on using media

Loading discs

• Set the disc in the tray label side up.
• Make sure the disc tray is fully open when inserting the disc.
• Place the discs flatly, 5 inch/12 cm discs in the outer tray guide (Figure 1), 3 inch/8 cm discs in the inner tray guide (Figure 2).

- Place 3 inch/8 cm discs in the inner tray guide without using an adapter.

NOTE

• 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.
• Do not use discs in special shapes, as they may damage the unit.

• Do not push the disc tray in by hand when the power is off. Doing so could damage the unit.
• If the unit is left in a room full of smoke from cigarettes, etc., for long periods of time, the surface of the optical pickup may get dirty, preventing it from receiving signals properly.

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How to handle media

• 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 in the center.
• Do not write on the labeled (printed) surface with ball-point pens, pencils, etc., or stick new labels on discs.
• Condensation 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 discs with a hairdryer, etc.
• Do not store discs in the following places:
• Places exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time
• Dusty or humid places
• Places exposed to heat from heaters, etc.

Cleaning discs

• If there are fingerprints or dirt on a disc, wipe them off before using the disc.
• Use a commercially available disc cleaning set or a soft cloth to clean discs.

Illustration of hands holding a bowl with a finger, plus a separate ring (no text or symbols)

Gently wipe the disc from the inside towards the outside.

Illustration of hands performing a medical or therapeutic procedure on a circular object, with a 'X' symbol indicating no text or labels.

Do not wipe with a circular motion.

NOTE

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

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Explanation of terms

Ultra AL32 Processing

This is Denon's analog waveform reproduction technology. Interpolation processing is performed in an ideal manner by a custom algorithm for data lost from existing data. By exquisitely restoring data lost at digital recording, playback faithful to the original sound is achieved.

AIFF (Audio Interchange File Format)

This is an uncompressed and lossless format for digital audio. Use AIFF files to burn high-quality audio CDs from imported songs. AIFF files use approximately 10 MB of disk space per minute.

ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec)

This is a codec for lossless audio compression method developed by Apple Inc. This codec can be played back on iTunes, iPod or iPhone. Data compressed to approximately 60 – 70 % can be decompressed to exactly the same original data.

DSD (Direct-Stream Digital)

One of the audio data recording methods, it is the signal aspect used to store audio signals on a super audio CD, and is - modulated digital audio.

FLAC

FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a lossless free audio file format. Lossless means that the audio is compressed without any loss in quality.

The FLAC license is as shown below.

Copyright (C) 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Josh Coalson

Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:

• Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
• Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.
• Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

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THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3)

This is an internationally standardized audio data compression scheme, using the "MPEG-1" video compression standard. It compresses the data volume to about one eleventh its original size while maintaining sound quality equivalent to a music CD.

WMA (Windows Media Audio)

This is audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation.

WMA data can be encoded using Windows Media ^® Player.

To encode WMA files, only use applications authorized by Microsoft

Corporation. If you use an unauthorized application, the file may not work properly.

Sampling frequency

Sampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave (analog signal) at regular intervals and expressing the height of the wave at each reading in digitized format (producing a digital signal).

The number of readings taken in one second is called the “sampling frequency”. The larger the value, the closer the reproduced sound is to the original.

Dynamic range

The difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and the minimum discernible level above the noise emitted by the device.

Downmix

This function converts the number of channels of surround audio to a lower number of channels and plays back according to the system's configuration.

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Bit rate

This is the amount of audio data recorded on a disc that is read in one second.

Finalizing

This process enables CDs recorded with a CD recorder or drive to be played by other players.

Linear PCM

This is an uncompressed PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) signal. Unlike lossy compression audio sources such as MP3, no audio quality or dynamic range deteriorates.

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Specifications

■ Audio performance

• Analog output [Super Audio CD] [CD]

Channels: 2-channels 2-channels

Playable frequency range: 2 Hz – 100 kHz 2 Hz – 20 kHz

Playable frequency response: 2 Hz – 50 kHz (-3 dB) 2 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)

S/N ratio: 122 dB (Audible range) 122 dB

Dynamic range: 118 dB (Audible range) 101 dB

Harmonic distortion: 0.0005 % (1 kHz, Audible range) 0.0015 % (1 kHz)

Wow & flutter: Below measurable limits Below measurable limits

Output level: 2.0 V (10 kΩ/kohms) 2.0 V (10 kΩ/kohms)

Signal type: 1-bit DSD 16-bit linear PCM

Sampling frequency: 2.8224 MHz 44.1 kHz

Usable discs: Super Audio CD Compact Disc

• Digital output

Coaxial: - 0.5 Vp-p / 75 Ω/ohms

Optical: - -15 - -21 dBm

Emission wavelength: - 660 nm

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Operating temperature: +5 °C - +35 °C

Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power consumption: 42 W

Power consumption in standby mode: 0.1 W or less

For the purpose of improvement, the specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

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■ Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm))

■ Weight : 36 lbs 6 oz (16.5 kg)

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A

Amplifier 14

Auto Standby 30

AV receiver 15

C

CD 22

D

D/A converter 15

DATA CD 26

Display 8

Display's brightness 20

F

Front panel 6

P

Program playback 24

R

Rear panel 9

Remote control unit 10

T

Timer device 16,29

Tips 32

Troubleshooting 33

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