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SUPER AUDIO CD RECEIVER RCD-CX1 Owner’s Manual Manuel de l’Utilisateur Manual del usuario...
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ENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT 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 of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
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2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 3. NOTE This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Getting Started Accessories ······················································································2 Cautions on Handling ·····································································2 Cautions on Installation ·································································2 About Discs ·····················································································2 Discs Usable on the RCD-CX1 ·······················································2 Holding Discs ·················································································3 Loading Discs ·················································································3 Cautions on Loading Discs ·····························································3 Cautions on Handling ·····································································3 Cautions on Storing Discs ······························································3 Cleaning Discs ···············································································4...
Getting Started Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference. Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
ENGLISH Types of Super Audio CDs Single layer disc Dual layer disc Hybrid disc HD layer HD layer CD layer b What is the HD layer? The HD layer is a layer of high density signals for Super Audio CDs. b What is the CD layer? The CD layer is the layer of signals that can be read on a regular CD player.
Cleaning Discs • If there are fingerprints or dirt on discs, wipe them off before using the disc. Fingerprints and dirt can impair sound quality and cause interruptions in playback. • Use a commercially available disc cleaning set or a soft cloth to clean discs.
ENGLISH Part Names and Functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Front Panel Remote control sensor ································· (4) Power indicator ··········································· (12) Power operation button (ON/STANDBY) ······································(11, 12) Headphones jack (PHONES) ······················ (12) Display Master volume control knob (VOLUME) ·····...
Remote Control Unit Buttons Operable for All Functions Buttons Operable When the Function (CD, PHONO, TUNER, LINE1, LINE2 is Set to “CD” and iPod) The buttons listed at “Buttons Operable for All Functions” can also be used. Remote control signal transmitter ·············· (4) Number buttons ·········································...
Please select the types of connections suited for the equipment you are connecting. With some types of connections, certain settings must be made on the RCD-CX1. For details, refer to the instructions for the respective connection items below. NOTE •...
• Set the CARTRIDGE selection switch to “jMM” or “hMC” according to the cartridge being used. NOTE The RCD-CX1’s SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to reduce noise when a record player is connected. This is not a safety ground terminal.
ENGLISH iPod ® Use a DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R, ASD-11R or ASD-3N/3W, sold separately) to connect the iPod to the RCD-CX1. iPod • When using a control dock for iPod, the Control Dock for iPod must be set. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the Control Dock for iPod.
• When the power cord is plugged into the power outlet, the power indicator flashes orange for about 10 seconds. Do not unplug the power cord before the power indicator turns off and the RCD-CX1 enters Standby mode. • Only use the supplied power cord.
ENGLISH Setup Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit <BUTTON> Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit <2/5> 1/3 SOURCE ON/STANDBY <PHONES>...
: The CD layer mode for Super Audio CDs. to turn This setting is stored in the RCD-CX1’s memory and is not canceled even when the disc tray is opened or closed or the power is turned on or off. To change the setting, perform the above procedure again.
ENGLISH Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit <BUTTON> Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit <2/5> 1/3 <SOURCE> <8/–, +/9> <VOLUME>...
CD Playback Playing CDs Press The “ ” indicator lights and playback begins. • If the function is set to something other than “CD” , press switch the function to “CD” and start playback (vpage 22 “Auto Function Selector Function”). <SOURCE>...
MP3 or WMA (Windows Media ® Audio) format. The music (fi les) downloaded from such sites can be stored on CD-R or CD-RW discs and played on the RCD-CX1. “Windows Media” and “Windows” are registered trademarks or trademarks in the United States and other countries of Microsoft Corporation of the United States.
32, 44.1, 48 kHz 64 ~ 160 kbps .WMA • With the RCD-CX1, the folder and file names can be displayed like titles. Up to 8 characters consisting of numbers, letters and the underscore can be displayed. Characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with asterisks.
ENGLISH Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit <BUTTON> Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit <SOURCE> <8/–, +/9> [iPod 13] [MENU/SET] [MODE] [MODE]...
3 and 4 at “Naming the Currently Tuned in Broadcast Station”. iPod ® Playback With the RCD-CX1, you can listen to music on an iPod. It is also possible to operate the iPod from the main unit or remote control unit.
Also see the control dock for iPod operating manual regarding connection and operation. NOTE • DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod data. • Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate.
Setting the Timer Timer Playback The everyday timer, once timer and sleep timer can be set. Timer order of priority Timer order of priority The order of priority when the times set for the different timers overlap is as follows: 1.
When performing a timer setting with DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-3N or ASD-3W) Pause the track you want to play, and keep the power on for DENON control dock for iPod. Set the Timer ON/OFF After setting with “Setting the Timer”...
Setting the Sleep Timer Use this function to automatically switch the power to the standby mode after a specific amount of time (minutes). The sleep timer can be set to up to 90 minutes, in steps of 10 minutes. Select and play the desired function. [SLEEP/TIMER] Press and select the setting time.
ENGLISH 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 components 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 malfunction.
GTunerH Symptom Cause Buzzing noise in • The antenna cable is not properly • Connect the antenna properly. FM broadcasts. connected. • Noise interference from a nearby • Reposition the equipment or the electronic device equipped with positions or directions of the a microprocessor, or the radio connection cables, antenna, etc.
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