Directive 2009/125/EC for Energy-related Products (ErP). Follow all instructions. CAUTION: Do not use this apparatus near water. DENON EUROPE Clean only with dry cloth. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE Division of D&M Germany GmbH Do not block any ventilation openings.
n CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION 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.
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. Contents Getting Started ·············································································1 Operations Informations ················································································8...
Digital input for Network player / CD Player / TV turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature DRA-F109 has the digital audio interface which can receive High- before using the unit. Resolution signal 24 bit / 192 kHz z .
Preparations Preparations Here, we explain the connection methods for this unit. F Connecting the speakers vpage 4 F Connecting a CD player vpage 5 F Connecting a network audio player vpage 5 F Connecting a TV vpage 5 F Connecting an antenna vpage 6 F Connecting the power cord vpage 7...
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – amplifier completed. (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the DRA-F109, • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.
COAXIAL AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL AUDIO When connecting the DRA-F109 and DCD-F109 (CD player, sold When connecting the DRA-F109 and DNP-F109 (Network audio separately), make system connections. player, sold separately), make system connections. NOTE This enables operation using the DRA-F109’s remote control This enables operation using the DRA-F109’s remote control...
Connecting an antenna FM (for continental model only) DAB (for UK model only) • Connect the FM antenna included with the unit to enjoy listening to n Installing the DAB indoor antenna radio broadcasts. DAB station reception (vpage 16). • After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal (vpage ...
Do not unplug the power cord before the power indicator turns off To household power outlet and the DRA-F109 enters Standby mode. (AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz) • Only use the supplied power cord. • Be sure the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet before connecting or disconnecting it to the AC IN.
Operations Operations Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit. F Basic operation vpage 9 F Advanced operation vpage 18 F About system functions vpage 21...
Basic operation Preparations n Turning the power on (vpage 9) Turning the power on n Completely turning off the power n Setting the current time (24-Hour display) Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Press POWER X • Note that the time setting is cleared when the power cord is (vpage 10) unplugged from the outlet.
Setting the current time (24-Hour display) GExampleH Setting the current time to 10:15 am n Checking the current time when the power is on Press POWER X to turn the CLOCK Press Press once more and the display returns to its original condition. power on.
Operations during playback Selecting the input source Adjusting the tone Turning off the sound temporarily Press TUNER ANALOG IN DIGITAL Press SDB TONE to select the Press MUTE : to select the input source. tone parameter to be adjusted. The “MUTE ON” is displayed. The desired input source can be selected directly.
Listening to FM broadcasts Automatically presetting FM stations n Giving station names to preset channels Tuning in broadcast stations Names of up to 8 characters can be input. (Auto preset) Connect the antenna beforehand (vpage 6). Tune in the preset channel you Up to 40 stations can be preset.
Listening to FM broadcasts Presetting FM stations manually Listening to preset stations Operating using the PRESET CALL buttons on the main unit CH – CH + Up to 40 stations can be preset. – to select the preset number. Tune in the station you want to PRESET CALL on the main unit can be used for switching the preset channel.
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Listening to FM broadcasts RDS (Radio Data System) Program Type (PTY) n PTY search Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a designated RDS (works only on the FM band) is a broadcasting service which PTY identifies the type of RDS program. program type (PTY).
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Listening to FM broadcasts TP (Traffic Program) RT (Radio Text) TP identifies programs that carry traffic announcements. RT allows RDS stations to send text messages that appear on the This allows you to easily find out the latest traffic conditions in your display.
DAB: MPEG2 DAB+: MAEG4 (AAC) Auto scanning broadcast stations e Program Type : • The DRA-F109 can receive both DAB and DAB+ broadcasts. The category of the tuned in station is displayed. Connect the antenna beforehand. r Ensemble Name : SEARCH...
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Listening to DAB/DAB+ (For UK model only) Making the DAB settings DAB Initialize Press SYSTEM SETUP during When the “DAB Initialize” procedure is performed, all the preset memory settings for the stations and DABs are reset. DAB reception. SYSTEM SETUP Press during to select “DAB SETUP”,...
Advanced operation Setting the alarm n Basic operation (vpage 9) The everyday alarm, once alarm and sleep timer can be set. ENTER to select the source, then press n Setting the alarm (vpage 18) Alarm order of priority n Convenient functions (vpage 20) The order of priority when the times set for the different alarms S O U R C E S E L E C T overlap is as follows:...
Setting the alarm n Setting the alarm to on or off Setting the sleep timer to select “hours” for the alarm stop time, SYSTEM SETUP Press then press ENTER Use this function to automatically switch the power to the standby to select “ALARM ON/OFF”, mode after a specific amount of time (minutes).
Convenient functions Auto standby Last function memory Setting the optimizing filter for the SC-F109 speaker system (sold separately) When this unit is in the stop state and there is no input signal and This stores the settings as they were directly before the standby operation for 30 minutes, it automatically enters the standby mode.
NOTE automatically switches on DRA-F109 What you can do with the system accordingly. Be sure to plug the DRA-F109’s power cord into a wall power outlet. • When you press , the previously functions DRA-F109 (This unit) selected source is played back.
Informations Informations Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. F Part names and functions vpage 23 F Explanation terms vpage 26 F Troubleshooting vpage 27 F Specifications vpage 28 F Index vpage 28...
Part names and functions Front panel Rear panel For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). For UK model only For UK model only Power operation button (X) ························...
Remote control unit Buttons for operating the receiver Buttons for operating components connected by system cable For system functions and components that can be operated, see “About system functions” (vpage 21). CD operations Amplifier operations The buttons below can be operated when the The buttons below can be operated regardless function is set to “CD/USB”.
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Network audio player operations The buttons below can be operated when the n Operations on the DRA-F109 function is set to “NETWORK/USB”. n Operating components connected to the DRA-F109 INTERNET RADIO button by system cable SOURCE button (iPod/USB) When this unit is connected to the following device (sold separately)
Remote control unit Explanation terms Inserting the batteries Operating range of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it. q Remove the remote control w Set two R03/AAA batteries in Dynamic range unit’s rear cover.
Troubleshooting If a problem should arise, first check the following: GRemote control unitH 1. Are the connections correct? Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual? Set does not work • Batteries are worn. • Replace with new batteries.