Denon DCD-520AE manual

DCD-720AE / DCD-520AE COMP A CT DISC PLA YER Owner ’ s Manual Operations Infor mation Pr eparations CD[...]

I n SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CA UTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NO T OPEN 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 [...]

II n NOTES ON USE WARNINGS • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack. • Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. • Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust. • Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of time. • Do [...]

1 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. Getting started Preparations ························································?[...]

2 Features AL32 Processing (DCD-720AE only) Equipped with AL32 Processing, DENON’s own analog waveform reproduction technology. The reproducibility of weak signals is enhanced by expanding 16 bit digital data to 32 bit. High precision 32 bit / 192 kHz D/A converter Equipped with high-precision 32 bit / 192 kHz-compatible D/A converter for analog [...]

Preparations 3 F Connections v page4 F Setting the Auto Standby mode v page6 Preparations Here, we explain the connections and setup methods for this unit. Pr eparations Operations Infor mation Pr eparations CD[...]

4 Connections for all compatible audio signal formats are described in this owner’s manual. Please select the type of connections corresponding to the equipment you are connecting. NOTE • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. • When making connections, also refer to the owner’s manual of the other co[...]

5 Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the iPod/USB port (DCD-720AE only) • You can enjoy music stored on an iPod or USB memory device. • For operating instructions see “Playback iPod ® ” ( v page 10 ) or “Playing a USB memory device” ( v page11 ). Cables used for connections To connect an iPod to this unit, use the U[...]

6 Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. To household power outlet (AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz) Power cord NOTE • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. • Insert the plugs securely. Loose connections will result in the generation of noise. •?[...]

Operations 7 F Playback v page8 Operations Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit. Operations Infor mation Operations Pr eparations CD[...]

8 Turning the power on Before using a remote control unit, insert the batteries ( v page 19 “Inserting the batteries”). Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. • The power indicator lights green and the power turns on. • When a disc is loaded, playback starts automatically. • The “NO DISC” message is displayed if a dis[...]

9 Playback of MP3 and WMA files There are many music distribution sites on the Internet allowing you to download music files in MP3 or WMA (Windows Media ® Audio) formats. The music (files) downloaded from such sites can be stored on CD-R or CD-RW discs and played on the unit. “Windows Media” and “Windows” are registered trademarks or t[...]

10 Playback iPod ® With the unit, you can listen to music on an iPod and you can also operate the iPod with the main unit or the remote control unit. “Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not re[...]

11 Playing a USB memory device Playing files stored on USB memory device 1 Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. 2 Press SOURCE to set the playback media mode to “USB”. 3 Press MODE to select the folder mode or disc mode. n About the display • When “Folder mode” is selected “FOLDER” indicator lights. All the files in the se[...]

12 Operations enabled during playback Stopping playback temporarily Press 1 / 3 during playback. The 3 indicator lights. • To resume playback, press 1 / 3 . Stopping playback Press 2 during playback. Playback stops. Moving to the beginning of tracks (skipping) During playback, press 8 or 9 . • The disc is skipped the number of tracks equa[...]

13 Playing repeatedly (Repeat playback) Press REPEAT . Playback in the respective repeat mode starts. • The repeat mode changes each time the button is pressed. 1-track repeat All-track repeat Repeat off (indicator turns off) 1 Only 1 track is played repeatedly. ALL All tracks are played repeatedly. Repeat off Normal playback resumes. Operatio[...]

14 Using the timer play function 1 Turn on the power of the connected components. 2 Switch the amplier’s function to input from the connected unit. 3 Load a disc or connect an iPod or USB memory device. 4 Set the audio timer for the desired times. • Refer also to the owner’s manual of the audio timer. 5 Turn the timer “ON”. The powe[...]

Information 15 F Part names and functions v page16 F Other information v page20 F Troubleshooting v page24 F Specifications v page25 F Index v page26 Information Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. Operations Infor mation Infor mation Pr eparations CD[...]

16 Front panel n DCD-720AE y u i e Q2 Q1 Q3 Q0 w r o q t n DCD-520AE t y u e Q2 Q1 Q3 Q0 w r q q Power indicator ········································································· ( 8 ) G Power indicator status H • Power on : Green • Normal standby : Red •?[...]

17 Display q y e t r w Rear panel q e w r q Analog audio connectors (LINE OUT) ················································································· ( 4 ) w Digital audio connectors (DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL) ··························?[...]

18 Remote control unit For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). CD operation q POWER button ( X ) ··································· ( 6 , 8 ) w REMOTE MODE buttons (CD) e System buttons ···································· ( 10 , 11 ) ?[...]

19 Remote control unit Inserting the batteries q Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. w Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the battery compartment. R03/AAA e Put the rear cover back on. NOTE • Insert the specified batteries in the remote control unit. • Replace the batteries with new [...]

20 Other information Playable media Discs Playable media CD CD-R z CD-RW z NOTE • Some discs and some recording formats may not be playable. • Non-finalized discs cannot be played. Files CD-R and CD-RW discs created in the format described below can be played. n Writing software format ISO9660 level 1 • When written in other formats[...]

21 Playable media MP3 or WMA playback order of MP3 or WMA files When there are multiple folders containing MP3 or WMA 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. CD-R/C[...]

22 Cautions on using media Inserting a disc • Set the disc in the tray label side up. • Make sure the disc tray is fully open when inserting the disc. • Place the disc horizontally in the tray, aligned with the tray guide. • “00 Tr 00 : 00” is displayed if a disc that cannot be played is loaded. • “NO DISC” is displ[...]

23 Explanation of terms A AL32 Processing AL32 Processing for All Channels DENON has further developed its proprietary AL32 Processing, an analog waveform reproduction technology. AL32 Processing, thoroughly suppresses quantization noise associated with D/A conversion of LPCM signals to reproduce the lowlevel signals with optimum clarity that will [...]

24 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 items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfun[...]

25 G USB memory device H Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page When a USB memory device is connected, “NO DEVICE” is displayed. • The unit cannot recognize a USB memory device. • A USB memory device not conforming to mass storage class or MTP standards is connected. • A USB memory device that the unit cannot recognize is connected. ?[...]

26 Index v A Accessories ·························································· 1 AL32 Processing ················································ 23 All-track repeat ····································?[...]

27 Dimensions Unit : mm 265.0 273.0 166.0 50.0 49.0 19.0 88.0 107.0 434.0 344.0 60.0 45.0 45.0 2.0 6.0 Weight : DCD-720AE: 4.1 kg DCD-520AE: 4.0 kg Operations Infor mation Infor mation Pr eparations CD[...]

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