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Denon PMA-2500NE Owner's Manual

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Playback
Settings
Tips
Appendix
PMA-2500NE
INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER
Owner's Manual
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You can print more than one page of a PDF onto a single sheet of paper.
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  • Page 1 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix PMA-2500NE INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER Owner’s Manual You can print more than one page of a PDF onto a single sheet of paper. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback Accessories Inserting the batteries Turning the power on Operating range of the remote control unit Selecting the input source Features Adjusting the volume High quality sound Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) High performance Adjusting the tone Part names and functions...

  • Page 3: Remote Control

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips Tips Troubleshooting Appendix D/A converter Explanation of terms Trademark information Specifications Index Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...

  • Page 4: Accessories

    Settings Tips Appendix 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.

  • Page 5: Inserting The Batteries

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inserting the batteries NOTE 0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: 0 Do not use a new battery together with an old one. Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.

  • Page 6: Features

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Features High quality sound High performance Advanced UHC-MOS Single Push-pull Circuit Equipped with a USB-DAC function to support playback of high- resolution sound sources The UHC-MOS FET is employed for the power amplifier output stage. The steady current is 70 A and the instantaneous current is 210 A.

  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Part names and functions Front panel A Power operation button (X) B Power indicator This turns the power on/off. (v p. 26) This is lit as follows according to the power status: Power on : Green Standby : Off Power off : Off When the protection circuit is activated : Red (blinking)

  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix F SOURCE DIRECT indicator This is lit as follows according to the SOURCE DIRECT status: SOURCE DIRECT mode on: Green SOURCE DIRECT mode off: Off G SOURCE DIRECT button This turns SOURCE DIRECT mode on/off. (v p. 29) H VOLUME knob These adjust the volume level.

  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix L BASS control knob This setting adjusts the volume level for the bass. (v p. 27) M TREBLE control knob This setting adjusts the volume level for the treble. (v p. 27) N BALANCE control knob This adjusts the balance of the volume output from the left and right speakers.

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Rear panel A Analog audio connectors (AUDIO IN) B CARTRIDGE selection switch Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio connectors. Set this switch to MM or MC according to the type of cartridge used on your turntable.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    (v p. 21) “Connecting a PC or Mac” (v p. 23) I IR control input/output connectors (IR CONTROL IN/OUT) Used to connect Denon network audio players with an IR controller. C SIGNAL GND terminal Used to connect a turntable. (v p. 19) D EXT.PRE IN connectors...

  • Page 12: Remote Control Unit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control unit o Operating this unit A Power operation button (AMPLIFIER X) This turns the power on/off (standby). (v p. 26) B DIMMER button This switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 28) C ANALOG MODE button This turns the ANALOG MODE on/off.

  • Page 13: Unit

    Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o CD player operations A Denon CD player can be operated. A Power operation button (X) B DISC LAYER button C Cursor buttons (uio p) D ENTER button E Number buttons (0 – 9, +10)

  • Page 14: Unit

    Contents Connections Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents o Cables used for connections Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to Connecting speakers connect. Connecting a playback device Connecting a recording device Speaker cable Connecting to a device with digital audio output connectors Connecting a pre-amplifier Connecting a PC or Mac Audio cable...

  • Page 15: Connecting Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting speakers o Connecting the speaker cables NOTE 0 Disconnect this unit’s power plug from the power outlet before connecting the Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and - speakers.

  • Page 16: Remote Control

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it. Speaker terminal dimensions Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...

  • Page 17: Speaker Connection

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker connection This unit is equipped with two sets of speaker terminals (SPEAKER A and SPEAKER B). One set of speakers can be connected to each set of terminals, and a total of two sets of speakers can be connected. The same signal is output from the SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B terminals.

  • Page 18: Bi-Wiring Connection

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Bi-wiring connection This connection limits the effects of signal interference between the high range speakers (tweeters) and low range speakers (woofers), allowing you to enjoy high quality playback. When bi-wiring with bi-wireable speakers, connect the mid and high range terminals to SPEAKERS A (or SPEAKERS B), the low range terminals to SPEAKERS B (or SPEAKERS A).

  • Page 19: Connecting A Playback Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a playback device You can connect turntables, tuners, CD players and network audio players to this unit. If you set this unit’s input source to “PHONO” and you accidentally increase the volume without having a turntable connected, you may hear a hum noise from the speakers.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Recording Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a recording device Recording device AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN NOTE 0 Never insert the short-circuiting pin plug into the recording output connectors (AUDIO OUT RECORDER). Doing so could result in damage. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index...

  • Page 21: Connecting To A Device With Digital Audio Output Connectors

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to a device with digital audio output connectors Use this connection to input digital audio signals to this unit, and convert the signals for playback using the D/A converter of this unit. (v p. 30) CD player / Satellite receiver etc.

  • Page 22: Connecting A Pre-Amplifier

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a pre-amplifier Pre-amplifier AUDIO AUDIO 0 The EXT.PRE input terminals are equipped with a short pin-plug. Remove this plug to connect a pre-amplifier. Store the removed short pin-plug in a safe place so as not to lose it.

  • Page 23: Connecting A Pc Or Mac

    0 Before USB connecting this unit to your computer, install the driver software in your computer. (v p. 31) 0 Download the driver software from the PMA-2500NE page of the Denon website. 0 Use a cable that is 3 m or less to connect to the computer.

  • Page 24: Connecting The Power Cord

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the power cord Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. To household power outlet (AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz) Power cord (supplied) Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 25 Contents Connections Playback Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents Turning the power on Selecting the input source Adjusting the volume Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) Adjusting the tone Switching the display’s brightness Playing CDs Connecting and playing back from a computer (USB-DAC) Connect and playback from a digital device (Coaxial/Optical) Recording Remote control...

  • Page 26: Turning The Power On

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Turning the power on AMPLIFIER X Press X on this unit to turn the power on. The power indicator lights green. DIMMER ANALOG MODE INPUT SELECT 0 Press AMPLIFIER X on the remote control unit to turn on power from standby MUTE mode.

  • Page 27: Selecting The Input Source

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting the input source Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) Press INPUT SELECT to select the input source to be played. Press MUTE. The selected input source is displayed on the display of this unit. “MUTING”...

  • Page 28: Switching The Display's Brightness

    Very low display brightness. Off : Turns the display off. 0 The DIMMER button also controls the Denon's Super Audio CD Player DCD-2500NE, so the DCD-2500NE can be operated simultaneously with this unit. o Dimmer setting menu When the Denon DCD-2500NE super audio CD player is used with this unit, you can set different brightnesses for this unit and the DCD-2500NE by calling the Dimmer setting menu separately.

  • Page 29: Playing Cds

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Playback in ANALOG MODE Playing CDs When the ANALOG MODE is turned on to playback an analog source This section uses playback from a CD as an example. (PHONO, CD, NETWORK, AUX, RECORDER, EXT.PRE), power to the digital input circuit and the display turn off.

  • Page 30: Connecting And Playing Back From A Computer (Usb-Dac)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting and playing back from a DSD is a registered trademark. computer (USB-DAC) Microsoft, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. You can enjoy high-quality audio playback from the D/A converter built in ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
  • Page 31 USB and restart the computer. Download the dedicated driver from the “Download” section of the PMA-2500NE page of the Denon website onto your PC. Unzip the downloaded file, and double-click the exe file.
  • Page 32 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix C The wizard menu is displayed. Click “Next”. D Read the Software Licensing Agreement, and click “I accept the terms of the License Agreement”. E Click “Next”. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 33 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix F Click “Install” on the installation start dialog. G Click “Next”. The installation starts. Do not perform any operation on the PC until the installation is completed. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 34 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix H When the installation is completed, click “Finish”. I Click “Yes”. With the unit power off, connect the unit and PC using a USB cable (sold separately). For details on connections, see “Connecting a PC or Mac”...
  • Page 35 When the unit power is turned on, the PC automatically finds and Outputs a TEST signal from the PC and checks the audio output connects to the unit. from the USB-DAC function. A Select “Digital Audio Interface PMA-2500NE” and click Press INPUT SELECT to switch the input source to “Properties”. “USB-DAC”.
  • Page 36 E Click “Test”. 0 Please see the FAQ at www.denon.com if you experience any issues getting audio to play from your computer through the PMA-2500NE. You may also want to check Check that audio from this unit is output from the PC.
  • Page 37 C Check that “Use this device for sound output” is checked in PMA-2500NE “PMA-2500NE”. If a different device is checked, select and “Secondary click” on “PMA-2500NE”, and then select “Use this device for sound output”. PMA-2500NE PMA-2500NE E Quit Audio MIDI Setup.
  • Page 38 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Playback o Files that can be played back Install the desired player software on your computer beforehand. See “D/A converter” (v p. 50). Use the rear panel USB-DAC port to connect this unit to a computer. NOTE Press INPUT SELECT to switch the input source to 0 Perform operations such as playback and pause on the computer.

  • Page 39: Connect And Playback From A Digital Device (Coaxial/Optical)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Files that can be played back Connect and playback from a digital device (Coaxial/Optical) See “D/A converter” (v p. 50). NOTE Connect digital device to this unit. (v p. 21) 0 Do not input non-PCM signals, such as Dolby Digital, and DTS. This causes noise and could damage the speakers.

  • Page 40: Recording

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Recording Audio signals input into this unit can be output to an external recording device. When recording audio from a playback device connected to this unit, audio can be recorded with the playback device still connected to this unit.

  • Page 41: Setting The Auto Standby Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Settings Tips Appendix Setting the Auto Standby mode You can set the unit to automatically switch to standby mode if the unit is Turning Auto Standby mode off not operated for 30 minutes when there is no audio input (Auto Standby mode).

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Tips Appendix o Contents Tips Troubleshooting I want to adjust the tone myself Power does not turn on / Power is turned off I want sound playback that is faithful to the original sound Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit I want to enjoy higher sound quality from the analog input source No sound comes out I want to use bi-wiring compatible speakers...
  • Page 43 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips I want to adjust the tone myself Use the BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE knobs to adjust the sound as desired. (v p. 27) I want sound playback that is faithful to the original sound Set the Source Direct mode on.
  • Page 44 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 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.
  • Page 45 Turn down the volume and turn on the power again. When the power is turned This unit’s amplifier circuit has failed. Turn off the power and please contact the Denon service adviser. － on, the power indicator flashes red approx.
  • Page 46 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Symptom Cause / Solution Page Operations cannot be Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. performed through the Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 7 m from this unit and at an angle of within 30°. remote control unit.
  • Page 47 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o No sound comes out Symptom Cause / Solution Page No sound comes out of Check the connections for all devices. speakers. Insert connection cables all the way in. － Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. －...
  • Page 48 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Sound is interrupted or noise occurs Symptom Cause / Solution Page When playing a record, the Adjust to a proper needle pressure. － sound is distorted. Check the tip of the needle. － Replace the cartridge.
  • Page 49 If the computer you use is “Mac OS”, please check if the “PMA-2500NE” format is set below “384000.0 Hz” using the “Audio MIDI Setup”. o Audio from digital devices cannot be played back (Coaxial/Optical)
  • Page 50 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Appendix D/A converter Explanation of terms o Specifications of supported files DSD (Direct-Stream Digital) One of the audio data recording methods, it is the signal aspect used to USB-DAC store audio signals on a super audio CD, and is Δ-Σ modulated digital audio.
  • Page 51 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker impedance This is an AC resistance value, indicated in Ω (ohms). Greater power can be obtained when this value is smaller. Source direct Playback with higher fidelity to the source becomes possible, as input audio signals are output by bypassing the audio quality-control circuits (BASS/TREBLE/BALANCE).

  • Page 52: Trademark Information

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information Adobe, the Adobe logo and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...

  • Page 53: Specifications

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specifications o Power amplifier section Rated Output Power: 2-channel driving (CD → SP OUT) 80 W + 80 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, T.H.D. 0.07 %) 160 W + 160 W (4 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz, T.H.D. 0.7 %) Total harmonic distortion: 0.01 % (Rated output: –3 dB), 8 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz Output terminals:...
  • Page 54 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Overall performance SN Ratio (A network): PHONO (MM): 89 dB (With input terminals short-circuited, 5 mV input signal) PHONO (MC): 74 dB (With input terminals short-circuited, 0.5 mV input signal) CD, NETWORK, AUX, RECORDER: 110 dB (input terminals short-circuited) Frequency response: 5 Hz –...
  • Page 55 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dimensions (Unit : mm) o Weight: 25.0 kg Remote control Front panel Rear panel Index unit...
  • Page 56 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Index Muting ............27 Tips ..............43 Tone ............... 27 TREBLE ............27 Auto Standby mode ........41 Network audio player ........19 Troubleshooting ..........44 Turntable ............19 BALANCE ............27 PC ..............23 BASS .............
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