
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
16
Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors
17
Connecting a USB flash drive to the USB port
18
Connecting an external control device
19
Connecting the timer device
20
Connecting the power cord
21
Playback
Basic operation
23
Turning the power on
23
Switching the power to standby
23
Selecting the playback media mode
24
Switching the display’s brightness
24
Switching the pure direct mode
25
Playing CDs
26
Playing CDs
26
Playing tracks in a specific order (Program playback)
28
Playing DATA CDs
29
Playing files
30
Playing a USB flash drive
32
Playing files stored on USB flash drives
33
Using the timer play function
35
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Settings
Setting the Auto Standby mode
36
Tips
Tips
38
Troubleshooting
39
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off
40
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit
41
Display on this unit shows nothing
41
No sound comes out
42
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs
42
Cannot playback Discs
43
USB flash drives cannot be played back
44
Appendix
Playing back Discs
45
Files
45
Playing back a USB flash drives
47
Playback order of music files
48
About folders and files
49
Cautions on using media
50
Loading discs
50
How to handle media
51
Cleaning discs
51
Explanation of terms
52
Specifications
55
Index
58
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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.
Quick Start Guide
Safety Instructions
Cautions on Using Batteries
Power cord
Remote control unit
(RC-1246)
2× R03/AAA batteries
Audio cable
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Inserting the batteries
1
Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
2
Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
Batteries
3
Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
0
To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
0
Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
0
Do not use two different types of batteries.
0
Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
0
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.
Approx. 7 m
30°30°
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Q
0
Q
1
Q
2
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A
Power operation button (X)
This turns the power on/off (standby). (v p. 23)
B
Power indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0
Power on : Green
0
Standby : Off
C
Disc tray
Used to insert a disc.
D
Play/Pause button (1/3)
Plays the track/Pauses the track.
E
Stop button (2)
Stops playback.
F
Reverse-skip button (8)
Returns to the start of the currently playing track.
G
Forward-skip button (9)
Plays the next track.
H
USB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB flash drives).
(v p. 18)
I
Remote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 5)
J
Display
Various information is displayed here. (v p. 8)
K
Disc tray open/close button (5)
Used to open/close the disc tray.
L
SOURCE button
Select the media to play back. (v p. 24)
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Display
wq
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er
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A
Information display
Displays various information or playback elapsed time and so on of the
disc.
B
Playback mode indicators
1 : Lights up during playback.
3 : Lights up during pause.
C
TOTAL indicator
Lights when the total number of tracks and total time of the CD are
displayed.
D
RANDOM indicator
Lights during random playback.
E
Repeat mode indicators
Lights to match the repeat mode settings.
F
Folder mode indicator
0
Lights up when the folder mode is set in the playback range of the
CD-R/CD-RW. (v p. 31)
0
Lights up when the folder mode is set in the playback range of the
USB flash drive. (v p. 34)
G
Remote control signal reception indicator
Lights when a signal is received from the remote control.
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Rear panel
rq w e
A
AUDIO OUT connectors
Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio inputs connectors
or an external amplifier. (v p. 16)
B
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connectors (COAXIAL/OPTICAL)
Used to connect an amplifier or D/A converter that has a digital input
connectors. (v p. 17)
C
IR CONTROL connectors
Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this
unit and external devices. (v p. 19)
D
AC inlet (AC IN)
Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 21)
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Remote control unit
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t
The remote control provided with this unit can control a Denon integrated
network amplifier.
0
“Integrated network amplifier operations” (v p. 13)
o
Operating this unit
To operate this unit, press REMOTE MODE CD button to switch the
remote control operating mode to this unit.
A
Remote control signal transmitter
This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 5)
B
Power operation button (CD POWER X)
This turns the power on/off (standby). (v p. 23)
C
Remote mode select button
(REMOTE MODE CD)
This switches the remote control operating mode to CD player.
D
System buttons
These perform playback related operations.
E
SOURCE button
Select the media to play back. (v p. 24)
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Q1
Q2
Q3
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Q0
F
PURE DIRECT button
Switches the pure direct mode. (v p. 25)
G
PROGRAM button
This sets program playback. (v p. 28)
H
ENTER button
This determines the selection.
I
Cursor buttons (uio p)
These select items.
J
BACK button
Returns to the previous item.
K
Number buttons (0 – 9, +10)
These enter numbers into the unit.
L
RANDOM button
Switches the random playback.
M
REPEAT button
Switches to the repeat playback.
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Q5
Q4
Q7
Q6
N
Information button (INFO)
This switches the track information shown in the display during
playback.
O
OPTION button
0
Selects the playback range of the data CD. (v p. 31)
0
Selects the playback range of the USB flash drive. (v p. 34)
P
CLEAR button
This clears the program registration. (v p. 28)
Q
DIMMER button
This switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 24)
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Q0
Q1
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Integrated network amplifier operations
You can operate a Denon integrated network amplifier.
To operate a Denon integrated network amplifier, press the REMOTE
MODE AMP button to switch the remote control to the integrated
network amplifier operation mode.
A
Input source select buttons
B
System buttons
C
SOURCE button
D
CONNECT button
E
SOURCE DIRECT button
F
ENTER button
G
Cursor buttons (uio p)
H
BACK button
I
Number buttons (0 – 9, +10)
J
RANDOM button
K
REPEAT button
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Q8
Q6
Q2
Q3
Q4
Q5
W0
W1
Q9
Q7
L
Power operation button (AMP POWER X)
M
Remote mode select button (REMOTE MODE AMP)
N
Information button (INFO)
O
VOLUME buttons (df)
P
OPTION button
Q
MUTE button (:)
R
SETUP button
S
CLEAR button
T
SLEEP button
U
DIMMER button
0
The remote control may not operate some products.
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Contents
Connecting an amplifier
16
Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors
17
Connecting a USB flash drive to the USB port
18
Connecting an external control device
19
Connecting the timer device
20
Connecting the power cord
21
NOTE
0
Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
0
Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in
humming or noise.
o
Cables used for connections
Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to
connect.
Audio cable
(supplied)
R
L
R
L
Optical cable
Coaxial digital cable
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Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors
You can enjoy digital audio playback by connecting an amplifier or D/A converter that has a digital audio connector to this unit.
or
COAXIAL
IN
OPTICAL
IN
Amplifier /
D/A converter
NOTE
0
Digital audio output stops during playback of the DSD files via USB flash drive.
0
To connect recorder that has a digital audio connector isn't recommended.
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Connecting a USB flash drive to the USB port
For operating instructions see “Playing a USB flash drive”. (v p. 32)
USB flash
drive
0
Denon does not guarantee that all USB flash drives 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
0
USB flash drives will not work via a USB hub.
0
It is not possible to use this unit by connecting the unit’s USB port to a PC via a USB cable.
0
Do not use an extension cable when connecting a USB flash drive. This may cause radio interference with other devices.
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Connecting an external control device
When this unit is installed in a location where the remote control signals cannot reach (installation in a cabinet etc.), it can still be controlled by the remote
control by connecting a remote control receiver unit (sold separately).
AUX
OUT
Infrared
sensor
Infrared
retransmitter
Output
Input
Device fitted with IR CONTROL IN connectors
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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” (v p. 35))
This unit
Amplifier
To household power outlet
(AC 230V, 50/60Hz)
Timer device
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Basic operation
DIMMER
SOURCE
PURE DIRECT
X
CD POWER
Turning the power on
1
Press CD POWER X to turn on power to the unit.
The power indicator lights green.
0
You can also press X on the main unit to turn on power from standby mode.
Switching the power to standby
1
Press CD POWER X.
The unit switches to standby mode.
0
You can also switch the power to standby by pressing X on the main unit.
NOTE
0
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, unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
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Selecting the playback media mode
1
Press SOURCE to select the playback media mode.
Disc
(Default):
Select to playback a disc.
USB: Select to playback a USB flash drive.
0
You can also select the playback media mode by pressing SOURCE on the main
unit.
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.
0
The brightness of the display switches each time the button is
pressed.
0
The display brightness is set to most brightly by default.
0
If buttons are operated when the display is off, information is temporarily displayed
at the brightest setting.
0
The display is only turned off during playback.
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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.
The display turned off, and pure direct playback begins.
0
Switches the pure direct mode each time the button is pressed.
Pure Direct On Mode1:
Turns off the display and outputs digital
audio.
Pure Direct On Mode2:
Turns off the display and stops output of
digital audio.
Pure Direct Off
(Default):
Disables pure direct mode.
0
The display brightness cannot be changed in pure direct mode.
0
The display is only turned off during playback.
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Playing CDs
RANDOM
REPEAT
SOURCE
PROGRAM
1
/
3
2
8 9
CLEAR
INFO
0 – 9, +10
Playing CDs
1
Insert a disc. (v p. 50)
0
Press 5 on the main unit to open/close the disc tray.
2
Press SOURCE to select the playback media mode to
“Disc”. (v p. 24)
3
Press 1/3.
The 1 indicator lights on the display. Playback starts.
NOTE
0
Do not place any foreign objects in the disc tray. Doing so could damage the unit.
0
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
1/3
Playback / Pause
2
Stop
8 9
Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
(Press and hold) Fast-reverse / Fast-
forward
0 - 9, +10 Select the track
RANDOM Random playback
REPEAT
Repeat playback
0
Switching between All-track repeat,
Single-track repeat and Repeat off.
INFO
Time display switching
0
Switching between elapsed time of the
current track, remaining time of the
current track and remaining time of all
tracks.
0
The time displayed on this unit may differ
from this actual time, as it is calculated
by truncating to the nearest 1 second.
o
Discs that can be played back
0
See “About Playing Back Discs”. (v p. 45)
o
Playing a specific track (Direct searching)
1
Use 0 – 9, +10 to select the tracks.
GExampleH
Track 4 :
Press number 4 to select track 4.
Track 12 :
Press numbers +10 and 2 consecutively.
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Playing tracks in a specific order
(Program playback)
Up to 25 tracks can be programmed.
1
In the stop mode, press PROGRAM.
“Program” appears on the display.
2
Use 0 – 9, +10 to select the tracks.
GExampleH
Track 4 :
Press number 4 to select track 4.
Track 12 :
Press numbers +10 and 2 consecutively.
3
Press 1/3.
Playback starts in the programmed order.
0
The program is cleared when the disc tray is opened or the power is turned off.
0
When RANDOM is pressed during program playback, the programmed tracks are
played in random order.
0
When REPEAT is pressed during program playback, the tracks are played
repeatedly in the programmed order.
o
Checking the order of the programmed tracks
In the stop mode, press 9.
The tracks are shown in the programmed order in the display each
time 9 is pressed.
o
To clear the last track programmed
In the stop mode, press CLEAR.
The last track programmed is cleared each time the button is pressed.
0
You can also select a track to be cleared by pressing 9.
o
Clearing the all programmed track
In the stop mode, press PROGRAM.
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Playing DATA CDs
RANDOM
REPEAT
SOURCE
1
/
3
2
8 9
INFO
ui
ENTER
BACK
OPTION
0
This section explains how to playback music files that are recorded onto
a CD-R or CD-RW.
0
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/CD-RW discs and played on this unit.
0
The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for
playback are as follows.
See “Playable files” for details. (v p. 45)
0
MP3
0
WMA
NOTE
0
Copyright-protected files cannot be played.
0
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/CD-RW disc containing music files into
the disc tray. (v p. 50)
0
Press 5 on the main unit to open/close the disc tray.
2
Press SOURCE to select the playback media mode to
“Disc”. (v p. 24)
3
Use ui to select the music file to be played from the
CD-R/CD-RW music data, then press ENTER.
Playback starts.
Operation buttons
Function
1/3
Playback / Pause
2
Stop
8 9
Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
(Press and hold) Fast-reverse / Fast-
forward
BACK Moving up a level in the folder tree
u i
Select the item
ENTER Enter the selected item / Playback
OPTION Select the playback range
RANDOM Random playback
REPEAT
Repeat playback
0
Switching between All-track repeat,
Single-track repeat and Repeat off.
INFO
Switches the display between Title name /
Artist name, Title name / Album name and
File name.
0
To start playing another file during playback of a CD-R/CD-RW, first press BACK
to display the file tree. Next, use ui to select the file to be played and press
ENTER.
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Switching the display
During playback, press INFO.
0
Switches the display between Title name / Artist name, Title name /
Album name and File name.
0
If a file does not support text information or no track information is
recorded, the file name is displayed.
0
The player can display the following characters:
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
0123456789
! ” # $ % & : ; < > ? @ \ [ ] _ ` l { } ~ ^ ’( ) * + , - . / = space
0
Any characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “.”
(period).
0
The folder and file numbers are set automatically when the disc is
loaded.
o
Switching the playback range
In the stop mode, press OPTION.
0
The playback range of a track can be set.
Folder mode:
All the files in the selected folder are
played. The “FLD” indicator on the
display lights at this time.
All mode: All the files in the disc are played.
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Playing a USB flash drive
RANDOM
REPEAT
1
/
3
2
8 9
SOURCE
INFO
ui
ENTER
BACK
OPTION
0
Playing back music files stored on a USB flash drive.
0
Only USB flash drives conforming to mass storage class standards can
be played on this unit.
0
The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for
playback are as follows.
For details, see “Playing back a USB flash drives” (v p. 47).
0
WMA
0
MP3
0
WAV
0
MPEG-4 AAC
0
FLAC
0
Apple Lossless
0
AIFF
0
DSD
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Playing files stored on USB flash drives
1
Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port.
(v p. 18)
2
Press SOURCE to select the playback media mode to
“USB”. (v p. 24)
3
Use ui to select the folder to be played, then press
ENTER.
4
Use ui to select the file to be played, then press
ENTER.
Playback starts.
Operation buttons
Function
1/3
Playback / Pause
2
Stop
8 9
Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
(Press and hold) Fast-reverse / Fast-
forward
BACK Moving up a level in the folder tree
u i
Select the item
ENTER Enter the selected item / Playback
OPTION Select the playback range
RANDOM Random playback
REPEAT
Repeat playback
0
Switching between All-track repeat,
Single-track repeat and Repeat off.
INFO
Switches the display between Title name /
Artist name, Title name / Album name and
File name.
0
To start playing another file during playback of a USB flash drive, first press BACK
to display the file tree. Next, use ui to select the file to be played and press
ENTER.
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NOTE
0
Note that Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising
with the data on a USB flash drive when using this unit in conjunction with the USB
flash drive.
0
When a USB flash drive is connected to this unit, the unit loads all of the files on
the USB flash drive. Loading may take a while if the USB flash drive contains a
large number of folders and/or files.
o
Switching the playback range
Press OPTION.
0
The playback range of a track can be set.
Folder mode:
All the files in the selected folder are
played. The “FLD” indicator on the
display lights at this time.
All mode:
All the files in the USB flash drive are
played.
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Using the timer play function
1
Turn on the power of the connected components.
(v p. 20)
2
Switch the amplifier’s function to input from the
connected unit.
3
Press the OPTION 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.
0
Pressing the OPTION button on the remote control for 5 seconds or more
switches the timer play function between on and off.
0
“Timer Play On” and “Timer Play Off” are only shown on the display when
the timer play function switches between on and off.
4
Insert a disc in this unit or insert a USB flash drive into
the USB port.
5
Switch the media mode of this unit to the media to be
played using the timer.
6
Set the audio timer for the desired times.
0
Refer also to the owner’s manual of the audio timer.
7
Turn the timer “On”.
0
The power of the components connected to the timer turns off.
0
When the set time is reached, the power of the different
components automatically turns on and playback starts from the
first track.
0
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.
Auto Standby mode is set to on by default.
X
CD POWER
1
Press and hold CD POWER X for 5 seconds or more to
switch it on and off.
The display changes as follows each time it is switched on and off.
0
When auto standby mode is on: “Auto Standby On” is displayed.
0
When auto standby mode is off: “Auto Standby Off” is displayed.
0
You can also switch on and off the auto standby mode by pressing and holding the
X on the main unit for 5 seconds or more.
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Contents
Tips
I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality 38
I want to playback just the specified folder 38
I want to randomly play back all tracks on a CD-R/CD-RW or USB
flash drive 38
I want to playback high resolution music files 38
Troubleshooting
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 40
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 41
Display on this unit shows nothing 41
No sound comes out 42
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 42
Cannot playback Discs 43
USB flash drives cannot be played back 44
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Tips
I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality
0
Switch pure direct mode to “Pure Direct On Mode2”. (v p. 25)
I want to playback just the specified folder
0
Press the OPTION button to set the playback mode to folder playback mode. (v p. 31), (v p. 34)
I want to randomly play back all tracks on a CD-R/CD-RW or USB flash drive
0
Before playback, press the OPTION button to set the playback mode to “All Mode”, then press the RANDOM for random playback. (v p. 31),
(v p. 34)
I want to playback high resolution music files
0
This unit can playback high resolution music files that are stored on a USB flash drive. (v p. 47)
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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.
0
Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. (v p. 21)
0
This unit is in standby mode. Press the CD POWER X button on the remote control. (v p. 23)
Power automatically turns off.
0
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 CD POWER X button on the remote control for more than 5 seconds when the auto
standby mode is enabled. (v p. 36)
The power turns off and the power indicator shows one long blink and three short blinks in red.
0
The protection circuit has been activated due to an error in the internal power supply. Unplug and reinsert the power cord, then press the CD POWER X
button to turn on the power again. If the problem is not solved by turning the power off and on again, 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.
0
Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. (v p. 5)
0
Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 7 m from this unit and at an angle of within 30°. (v p. 5)
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Remove any obstacle between this unit and the remote control unit.
0
Insert the batteries in the proper direction, checking the q and w marks. (v p. 5)
0
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.
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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.
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Press the REMOTE MODE CD button to switch the remote control operating mode to “CD”. (v p. 10)
Display on this unit shows nothing
Display is off.
0
Press the DIMMER button, and change the setting to anything other than off. (v p. 24)
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When pure direct mode is set to “Pure Direct On Mode1” or “Pure Direct On Mode2”, the display turns off. Press the PURE DIRECT button on the
remote control to set “Pure Direct Off”. (v p. 25)
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No sound comes out
No sound is produced. Or sound is distorted.
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Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 15)
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Insert connection cables all the way in.
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Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected.
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Check cables for damage.
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Check the amplifier’s functions and controls and adjust as necessary.
0
Digital audio output stops during playback of the DSD files.
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When pure direct mode is set to “Pure Direct On Mode2”, digital audio output stops. Set pure direct mode to “Pure Direct Off” or “Pure Direct On
Mode1” to output digital audio. (v p. 25)
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs
During playback from the CD-R/CD-RW, sound is occasionally interrupted.
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This may be caused by poor recording conditions, or the disc itself may be of poor quality. Use a correctly recorded disc.
During playback from the USB flash drive, sound is occasionally interrupted.
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When the transfer speed of the USB flash drive is slow, sound may occasionally be interrupted.
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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.
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The disc is dirty or scratched. Either clean the disc, or insert a different disc. (v p. 51)
Cannot playback CD-R/CD-RW.
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Discs cannot be played back unless they have been finalized. Use a finalized disc. (v p. 45)
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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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Files are created in a format that is not supported by this unit. Check the formats supported by this unit. (v p. 45)
“No Disc” is displayed.
0
“No Disc” is displayed if the disc is loaded upside-down or if no disc is loaded. Check that the disc is loaded label side up.
“System Error” is displayed.
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“System Error” is displayed when an error not caused by disc, format, etc., occurs. Contact our customer service center.
“Can't Read Disc” is displayed.
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“Can't Read Disc” is displayed when the inserted disc cannot be read because it is not compatible with this unit or is dirty or scratched. Check the disc.
“Wrong Format” is displayed.
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“Wrong Format” is displayed for files created in a format that is not supported by this unit. Check the formats supported by this unit. (v p. 45)
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USB flash drives cannot be played back
USB flash drive is not recognized.
0
Disconnect and reconnect the USB flash drive. (v p. 18)
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Mass storage class compatible USB flash drives are supported.
0
This unit does not support a connection through a USB hub. Connect the USB flash drive directly to the USB port.
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The USB flash drive must be formatted to FAT16 or FAT32.
0
Not all USB flash drives are guaranteed to work. Some USB flash drives are not recognized. When using a type of portable hard disc drive compatible
with the USB connection that requires power from an AC adapter, use the AC adapter that came with the drive.
Files on the USB flash drive are not displayed.
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Files of a type not supported by this unit are not displayed. (v p. 47)
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This unit is able to display files in a maximum of 16 folder layers. A maximum of 255 folders and 65025 files can be stored. Modify the folder structure of
the USB flash drive.
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When multiple partitions exist on the USB flash drive, only files on the first partition are displayed.
iOS and Android devices are not recognized.
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The USB port of this unit does not support playback from iOS and Android devices.
Files on a USB flash drive cannot be played.
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Files are created in a format that is not supported by this unit. Check the formats supported by this unit. (v p. 47)
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You are attempting to play a file that is copyright protected. Files that are copyright protected cannot be played on this unit.
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Playback may not be possible if the album art file size exceeds 2 MB.
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Playing back Discs
Playable media
CD
CD-R
CD-RW
NOTE
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Some discs and some recording formats cannot be played.
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Non-finalized discs cannot be played.
Files
o
Specifications of supported files
Sampling
frequency
Bit rate Extension
MP3 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps .mp3
WMA 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps .wma
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Maximum number of playable files and folders
Maximum number of folders : 256
Total number of folders and files : 512
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NOTE
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Be sure to give files the extension. Files with any other extensions or files with no
extensions cannot be played.
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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.
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Only music files that are not copyright-protected can be played on this unit.
0
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.
0
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.
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Playing back a USB flash drives
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This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard.
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This unit is compatible with WMA META tags.
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If the image size (pixels) of an album artwork exceeds 500 × 500 (WMA/MP3/Apple Lossless/DSD) or 349 × 349 (MPEG-4 AAC), then music may not
be played back properly.
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Specifications of supported files
Sampling frequency Bit rate Extension
WMA
z
1
32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps .wma
MP3 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps .mp3
WAV
32/44.1/48/88.2/
96/176.4/192 kHz
– .wav
MPEG-4 AAC
z
1
32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 320 kbps .aac/.m4a/.mp4
FLAC
32/44.1/48/88.2/
96/176.4/192 kHz
– .flac
Apple Lossless
z
2
32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz – .m4a
AIFF
32/44.1/48/88.2/
96/176.4/192 kHz
– .aif/.aiff
DSD 2.8/5.6 MHz – .dsf/.dff
z1
Only files that are not protected by copyright 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.
z2
The Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC) decoder is distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0).
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Maximum number of playable files and folder
The limits on the number of folders and files that can be displayed by
this unit are as follows.
Media
Item
USB flash drive
Number of folder directory levels
z
1
16 levels
Number of folders 255
Number of files
z
2
65025
z1
The limited number includes the root folder.
z2
The allowable number of files may differ according to the USB flash drive
capacity and the file size.
NOTE
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Digital audio output stops during playback of the DSD files.
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. Files in each
folder are played in alphabetical order of file name.
CD-R/CD-RW and USB flash drive
For playback of files on CD-R, CD-RW or USB flash drive, 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.
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The playback order displayed on a PC may differ from the actual playback order.
0
The playback order with a CD-R/CD-RW may differ, depending on the writing
software.
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The playback order may differ from the order in which the folders or files were
recorded if you delete or add a folder or file on USB. This occurs because of data
recording specifications and is not a malfunction.
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About folders and files
Music files recorded on CD-R/CD-RW and USB flash drive 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 16 levels of folders.
Folder 1 Folder 2
1st level
2nd level
3rd level
File 1 File 2 File 3 Folder 3
File 4 File 5 File 6 File 7
CD-R/CD-RW or USB flash drive
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When writing music files on a CD-R/CD-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
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Set the disc in the tray label side up.
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Make sure the disc tray is fully open when inserting the disc.
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Place the discs flatly, 12 cm discs in the outer tray guide (Figure 1), 8
cm discs in the inner tray guide (Figure 2).
Outer tray guide Inner tray guide
12 cm disc
8 cm disc
Figure 2Figure 1
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Place 8 cm discs in the inner tray guide without using an adapter.
NOTE
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Only load one disc at a time. Loading two or more discs can damage the unit or
scratch the discs.
0
Do not use cracked or warped discs or discs that have been repaired with
adhesive, etc.
0
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.
0
Do not use discs in special shapes, as they may damage the unit.
0
Do not push the disc tray in by hand when the power is off. Doing so could
damage the unit.
0
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
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Do not get fingerprints, oil or dirt on discs.
0
Take special care not to scratch discs when removing them from their
cases.
0
Do not bend or heat discs.
0
Do not enlarge the hole in the center.
0
Do not write on the labeled (printed) surface with ball-point pens,
pencils, etc., or stick new labels on discs.
0
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.
0
Do not eject a USB flash drive or turn off the unit while a USB flash drive
is being played. This may result in malfunction or loss of the USB flash
drive’s data.
0
Do not attempt to open or modify a USB flash drive.
0
USB flash drive and files can be damaged by static electricity. Do not
touch the metal contacts of a USB flash drive with your fingers.
0
Do not use warped USB flash drive.
0
After use, be sure to remove any disc or USB flash drive, and store it in
its proper case, to avoid dust, scratches and deformation.
0
Do not store discs and USB flash drives 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 heaters, etc.
Cleaning discs
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If there are fingerprints or dirt on a disc, wipe them off before using the
disc.
0
Use a commercially available disc cleaning set or a soft cloth to clean
discs.
Gently wipe the disc from the
inside towards the outside.
Do not wipe with a circular
motion.
NOTE
0
Do not use record spray, antistatic agents, benzene, thinner or other solvents.
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Explanation of terms
Advanced AL32 Processing Plus
Equipped with Advanced AL32 Processing Plus, Denon’s own analog
waveform reproduction technology.
The reproducibility of weak signals is enhanced by expanding 16 bit digital
data to 32 bit.
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.
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 Δ-Σ modulated digital
audio.
FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec)
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:
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Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice,
this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
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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.
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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.
MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group), MPEG-2, MPEG-4
These are the names for digital compression format standards used for
the encoding of video and audio. Video standards include “MPEG-1
Video”, “MPEG-2 Video”, “MPEG-4 Visual”, “MPEG-4 AVC”. Audio
standards include “MPEG-1 Audio”, “MPEG-2 Audio”, “MPEG-4 AAC”.
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.
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Dynamic range
The difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and the
minimum discernible level above the noise emitted by the device.
Bit rate
This is the amount of audio data recorded on a disc that is read in one
second.
Finalizing
This process enables DVD/CD recorded with a recorder 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
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Audio section
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Analog output [PCM] [DSD]
Channels: 2-channel 2-channel
Playable frequency range: 2 Hz – 96 kHz
(sampling frequency: 192 kHz)
2 Hz – 20 kHz
(sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz)
2 Hz – 100 kHz
Playable frequency response: 2 Hz – 50 kHz (-3 dB)
(sampling frequency: 192 kHz)
2 Hz – 20 kHz
(sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz)
2 Hz – 50 kHz (-3 dB)
S/N: 115 dB 110 dB (Audible range)
Dynamic range: 110 dB (24 bits)
101 dB (16 bits)
108 dB (Audible range)
Harmonic distortion: 0.0020 % (24 bits)
0.0025 % (16 bits)
0.0015 % (Audible range)
Output level: 2.2 V RMS 2.2 V RMS
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Optical readout system
Laser: AlGaAs
Wave length: 780 nm
Signal type: 16-bit linear PCM
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
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Digital output
Coaxial: 0.5 Vp-p / 75 Ω/ohms
Optical : -15 – -21 dBm
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Digital input
USB: USB Type A (USB 2.0 High speed)
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General
Operating temperature: +5 ℃ - +35 ℃
Power supply: AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 24 W
Power consumption in standby mode: 0.3 W
For the purpose of improvement, the specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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Index
v A
Amplifier ................................................... 16, 17
Auto Standby ................................................. 36
v C
CD .................................................................. 26
v D
D/A converter ................................................. 17
DATA CD ....................................................... 29
Display ............................................................. 8
Display’s brightness ....................................... 24
v F
Front panel ....................................................... 6
v P
Program playback .......................................... 28
v R
Rear panel ........................................................ 9
Remote control unit ........................................ 10
v T
Timer device ............................................. 20, 35
Tips ................................................................ 38
Troubleshooting ............................................. 39
v U
USB flash drive ......................................... 18, 32
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