Denon RCD-M38 - CD RECEIVER Manual

Getting started

To ensure proper operation, please read this owner's manual carefully before using the product. After reading the manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.

Accessories

Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

1. Remote control (RC-1127) x1
2. R03/AAA batteries x2
3. 1. Power cord: for continental model only (Cord length: Approx. 2 m) x1
   2. Power cord: for RCD-M38DAB only (Cord length: Approx. 2 m) x1
4. AM loop antenna x1
5. FM indoor antenna x1
6. DAB indoor antenna (for RCD-M38DAB only) x1
7. Owner's manual x1
8. Service network list x1

Main features

High quality amplifier stressing sound quality
Equipped with a 30 W + 30 W (6 Ω) high-quality amplifier circuits.

Direct Play for iPod ® and iPhone ® via USB
Music data from an iPod can be played back if you connect the USB cable supplied with the iPod via the USB port of this unit, and also an iPod can be controlled with the remote control for this unit.

Weight and Dramatic sound
The board and circuit configuration has been redesigned to achieve lower impedance. Since stable current is supplied to the power amp and other sections, it is possible to realize as much as 30 watts of power.

"Simple & Straight" circuit design for sound purity and free of coloration
DENON's popular M series gives you high sound quality based on the "simple & straight" concept. Circuitry is uncomplicated, signal paths are short, and all adverse influences on sound quality have been minimized.

Playback of MP3 and WMA files Supports playback of discs and USB memory devices on which
MP3 or WMA files are recorded. The unit's display can display the title of the track and the name of the artist of the current track.
Usable characters "Switching the display"

Low standby power consumption
Designed with the environment in mind, the unit consumes just 0.3W while in standby mode.

Cautions on handling

• Before turning the power switch on
  Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are no problems with the connection cables.
• Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is set to the standby mode. When leaving home for long periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
• Proper ventilation
  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.
• About condensation
  If there is a major difference in temperature between the inside of the unit and its surroundings, condensation may form on parts inside the unit, causing it to fail to operate properly.
  If this happens, let the unit sit for an hour or two with the power turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature before using the unit.
• Cautions on using mobile phones
  Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If that occurs, move the mobile phone away from the unit when it is in use.
• Moving the unit
  Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Next, disconnect the cables connected to other system units before moving the unit.

About this manual

Operation buttons
The operations described in this manual are based mainly on use of the remote control buttons.

Symbols

	This symbol indicates a supplementary information and tips for operations.
NOTE	This symbol indicates points to remember operations or function limitations.

Illustrations
Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.

Cautions on loading discs

• Only load one disc at a time. Loading two or more discs can damage the unit or scratch the discs.
• Do not use cracked or warped discs or discs that have been repaired with adhesive, etc.
• 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.

Cautions on handling

• Do not get fingerprints, oil or dirt on discs.
• Take special care not to scratch discs when removing them from their cases.
• Do not bend or heat discs.
• Do not enlarge the hole in the center.
• Do not write on the labeled (printed) surface with ball-point pens, pencils, etc., or stick new labels on discs.
• Water droplets 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 them off using a hairdryer, etc.

Cautions on storing discs

• Be sure to remove discs after using them.
• Be sure to store discs in their cases to protect them from dust, scratches, warping, etc.
• Do not store discs 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.

About the remote control

Inserting the batteries

1. Remove the rear cover of the remote control.
   
2. Set two R03/AAA batteries in the battery compartment in the indicated direction.
   
3. Put the rear cover back on.

Connecting recording components

CD recorder / MD recorder / tape deck

Audio cable (sold separately)
Stereo pin-plug cable

Connecting an antenna

AM/FM

• Connect the FM antenna or AM loop antenna included with the unit to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts.
• After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal ("Tuning in Broadcast Stations"), use tape to fix the antenna in a position where noise is the lowest.

NOTE

• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.
• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna.
• Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.
• If you are unable to receive a good broadcast signal, we recommend installing an outdoor antenna. Inquire at the retail store where you purchased the unit for details.

DAB (for RCD-M38DAB only)

Connecting the DAB indoor antenna
DAB station reception.

Using the AM loop antenna

• To use suspended on a wall
  Suspend directly on the wall without assembling.
  
• To use standing alone
  Use the procedure below to assemble.
  

Assembling the AM loop antenna

1. Put the stand section through the bottom of the loop antenna from the rear and bend it forward.
2. Insert the projecting part into the square hole in the stand.

Connecting the power cord

For continental model only

For RCD-M38DAB only

NOTE

• 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.

Basic operations

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control: BUTTON
Button only on the main unit: <BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control: [BUTTON]

Operations possible during playback

Adjusting the master volume

Either turn <VOLUME> or press [VOLUME ] .
The volume level is displayed.

[Adjustable range]
VOLUME 00 – 45, VOLUME MAX

Input source switching

Press SOURCE to select the input source.

*1 "AUX1/Dock" is displayed when a control dock for iPod is connected to "AUX1".
*2 "PORTABLE IN" is only displayed when connected.

1. Use SDB/TONE to select the tone parameter to be adjusted.
   

2. Adjust the volume with </–, +/>, [ , ] or [].
   • To make other tone adjustments at this time, press SDB/TONE.
   • If no operation is performed for 5 seconds, the adjustment is retained and the normal display reappears.

SDB	Emphasizes the bass sound when the Super Dynamic Bass (SDB) function is set to ON. [Selectable modes] ON – OFF
BASS	Adjusts the bass sound. [Variable range] –10dB – +10dB
TREBLE	Adjusts the treble sound. [Variable range] –10dB – +10dB
BALANCE	Adjusts the left/right volume balance. [Variable range] L06 – CENTER – R06
S.DIRECT	Plays back a disc using the SOURCE DIRECT mode. During the SOURCE DIRECT mode, the audio signals bypass the tone control circuits (SDB/BASS/TREBLE/ BALANCE), the music reproduction is more faithful to the original sound.

Settings made upon purchase:

• SDB: OFF
• BASS: 0dB
• TREBLE: 0dB
• BALANCE: CENTER
• S.DIRECT: OFF

• When "SDB" is ON, you can adjust "BASS".
• This can also be set using <SOURCE DIRECT>.

Muting the sound

Press [MUTE] . "MUTE ON" is displayed.

To cancel, press [MUTE] again. (The mute mode is also canceled when the <VOLUME> control is turned or a [VOLUME ] is pressed.)

Switching the display's brightness

Press [DIMMER] .

• The display's brightness switches each time the button is pressed.

Listening with headphones

Plug the headphones (sold separately) into the <PHONES>.

• The sound from the speakers is automatically cut off.

NOTE
To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

CD playback

This section explains how to playback CDs. For details on how to playback other media, see the sections below.

• MP3 and WMA files playback
• iPod ® playback
• Portable audio player playback
• USB memory device playback

Playing CDs

Before you start this operation, perform the procedure in "Before playing a disc".

Press <> or [CD ].
The "" indicator lights and playback begins.

• If the source is set to something other than "DISC", press [CD] to switch the source to "DISC" and start playback "Auto source selector function").
• The source can also be switched to "DISC" using SOURCE.

Stopping playback
Press <BAND/ > or [].

Stopping playback temporarily
Press <> or [CD]. is displayed.

• To resume playback, press < > or [CD ].

Fast-forwarding and fast-reversing (searching)
During playback, press and hold in [].

Moving to the beginning of tracks (skipping)
During playback, press < /–, +/ > or [ , ].

• The disc skips as many tracks as times the button is pressed.
• When you press reverse once, playback returns to the beginning of the current track.

To play the desired track (remote control only)
Press [NUMBER] ( 0 – 9 , +10 ) to select the track.
[Example] Track 4: [4]
[Example] Track 12: [+10] , [2]
[Example] Track 20: [+10] , [+10] , [0]

Playing repeatedly (Repeat playback)

Press [REPEAT] . Playback in the respective repeat mode starts.

Tuning in Broadcast Stations

Connect the antenna beforehand.

1. Press [TUNER] or <BAND/> to select the reception band.
   
   [About the display]
   When "FM AUTO" is selected - "AUTO" is displayed.
   When "FM MONO" is selected - "MONO" is displayed.
   When "AM" is selected - The reception mode is not displayed.
2. Use [TU –, TU +] to select the reception band.
   When a station is received, the "TUNED" indication will light.

• If the function is set to something other than "TUNER", press [TUNER] to switch the function to "TUNER".
• The function can also be switched to "TUNER" using SOURCE.

To tune automatically
Press and hold in [TU –, TU +] to tune in stations automatically.

• Stations whose signal is weak cannot be tuned in.
• In the DAB mode, tuning only moves to receivable stations, so auto tuning is not possible.

To stop auto tuning
Press [TU –, TU +].

A humming sound may be heard when using a TV nearby while receiving AM programs. If this happens, move the system as far from the TV as possible.

Automatically presetting FM stations (Auto preset)

This unit can be preset with a total of 99 DAB, FM and AM broadcast stations.

• A maximum of 40 DAB broadcast stations can be preset. (For RCD-M38DAB only)

NOTE
Auto preset is not possible with AM broadcast stations.

Auto presetting with the remote control
Perform this operation when tuned to an FM or AM broadcast station.

1. Press [MENU].
2. Use [] to select "TUNER SETUP", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
3. Use [] to select "FM AUTO PRESET", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
4. Press [ENTER/MEMO] while "PRESET ENTER" is flashing. Broadcast stations are preset automatically.

Canceling auto presetting
Press [TUNER] , <BAND/> or [] .

Broadcast stations whose antenna signal are weak cannot be preset automatically. If you wish to preset such stations, tune them in manually.

NOTE
When FM auto preset is performed, the channel currently registered as the FM preset is deleted, and the newly preset FM broadcast station is registered to the same number as the deleted channel.

Giving station names to preset channels
Names of up to 8 characters can be input.

1. Tune in the preset channel you want to name.
2. Press [ENTER/MEMO] twice. The display switches to the station name input display.
3. Input the station name. Names of up to 8 characters can be input.
   • [] button - Selects the character.
   • [] button - Moves the cursor to the right.
   • [CLEAR/DEL] button - Deletes the currently selected character.
   • Characters that can be input.
     A ~ Z, 0 ~ 9, ^ ' ( ) z +, -. / = (space)
4. Press [ENTER/MEMO].
   The characters you have input are entered.
   • To give names to other stations, repeat steps 1 to 4.

Presetting FM/AM stations manually

This unit can be preset with a total of 99 DAB, FM and AM broadcast stations.

1. Tune in the station you want to preset.
2. Press [ENTER/MEMO].
   The minimum number display "P– –" for the unregistered preset flashes.
3. Use [NUMBER] ( 0 – 9, +10 ) or [CH –, CH +] to select the number to be preset, then press [ENTER/MEMO]
   The reception frequency and reception mode are preset and the display switches to the station name input display.

NOTE
When the registered preset number is selected, " * " is displayed. To overwrite this preset number, press [ENTER/MEMO] .

4. Input the station name. Names of up to 8 characters can be input.
   • [] button - Selects the character.
   • [] button - Moves the cursor to the right.
   • [CLEAR/DEL] button - Deletes the currently selected character.
   • Characters that can be input. A ~ Z, 0 ~ 9, ^ ' ( ) z +, -. / = (space)
   • If you do not want to input a station name, press [ENTER/ MEMO] without inputting anything else.
   • If you make a mistake when inputting, perform the procedure again. Whatever was previously input is overwritten.
5. Press [ENTER/MEMO]. The characters you have input are entered.
   • To give names to other stations, repeat steps 1 to 5.

Listening to preset stations

Use [NUMBER] ( 0 – 9, +10 ) or [CH –, CH +] to select the preset number.

Setting the preset channels and changing the received frequency on the main unit

</–, +/> on the main unit can be used both for switching the preset channel and for tuning. Before operating them, switch the main unit to the "preset mode" or "tuning mode" using the procedure below.

1. Press [MENU].
2. Use [] to select "TUNER SETUP", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
3. Use [] to select "MODE SELECT", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
4. Use [] to select "PRESET MODE" or "TUNING MODE", then press [ENTER/MEMO].

   PRESET MODE	Press </– , +/> on the main unit to switch preset channels. This is the same operation as [CH–, CH+] on the remote control.
   TUNING MODE	Press </– , +/> on the main unit to change the received frequency. This is the same operation as [TU–, TU+] on the

PTY (Program Type)

PTY identifies the type of RDS program. The program types and their displays are as follows:

NEWS	News	WEATHER	Weather
AFFAIRS	Current Affairs	FINANCE	Finance
INFO	Information	CHILDREN	Children's programmes
SPORT	Sports
EDUCATE	Education	SOCIAL	Social Affairs
DRAMA	Drama	RELIGION	Religion
CULTURE	Culture	PHONE IN	Phone In
SCIENCE	Science	TRAVEL	Travel
VARIED	Varied	LEISURE	Leisure
POP M	Pop Music	JAZZ	Jazz Music
ROCK M	Rock Music	COUNTRY	Country Music
EASY M	Easy Listening Music	NATION M	National Music
		OLDIES	Oldies Music
LIGHT M	Light Classical	FOLK M	Folk Music
CLASSICS	Serious Classical	DOCUMENT	Documentary
OTHER M	Other Music

PTY search
Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a designated program type (PTY). For a description of each program type, refer to "Program Type (PTY)".

1. Press [TUNER] to select "FM".
2. Press [DAB/RDS].
3. Use [] to select "PTY SEARCH", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
4. Use [] to call out the desired program type.
5. Press []. Automatically begin the PTY search operation.
   • If no program of the specified type is found, "NO STATION" is displayed.

TP (Traffic Program)

TP identifies programs that carry traffic announcements. This allows you to easily find out the latest traffic conditions in your area before leaving home.

TP search
Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting traffic programs (TP stations).

1. Press [TUNER] to select "FM".
2. Press [DAB/RDS].
3. Use [] to select "TP SEARCH", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
4. Press []. Automatically begin the TP search operation.

• "NO STATION" is displayed when there is no traffic information broadcast station.

RT (Radio Text)

RT allows RDS stations to send text messages that appear on the display.

• When the RT mode is turned on while an RDS broadcast station not offering an RT service is tuned in, "NO RT" is displayed on the display.
• The RT mode cannot be set in the AM band or for FM stations not offering RDS broadcasts.

NOTE
The operations described below selecting "RDS Search" will not function in areas in which there are no RDS broadcasts.

CT (Clock Time)

Use this to correct the time of the clock on this unit.

1. During CT reception, press [MENU]. The "AUTO Adj mm: ss" is displayed.
2. Press [ENTER/MEMO] to set. The "RDS mm: ss" is displayed.

• The time on the set's internal clock is updated to the currently displayed "CT" time.

Do not operate any buttons while the time is being updated. If buttons are operated, CT reception is not possible and the time is not updated.

Listening to DAB/DAB+ (for RCD-M38DAB only)

About DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)

• Since the DAB system is broadcasted in digital format, DAB system can supply crystal-clear audio and stable reception even in mobile objects. DAB is a new generation radio which can provide data service and supplementary multi-media services.
• DAB broadcasts multiple services under one Ensemble that are called service components.
• Each component contains inherent programmes; news, music, sports, and many more.
• Each Ensemble and service component has its label, and users can recognize a current broadcasting station and service contents by using the label.
• The main service component is broadcast as Primary while the others are broadcast as Secondary.
• Also rich character information is serviced through Dynamic Labels; song title, artist composer etc.

About DAB+

• The main difference between DAB and DAB+ is the type of audio codec used. DAB: MPEG2 DAB+: MAEG4 (AAC)
• This unit can receive both DAB and DAB+ broadcasts.

Tuning in DAB stations

1. Press [TUNER] to select "DAB".
   • When a DAB operation is performed for the first time after purchase, auto scanning is performed automatically.
2. Press [TU +, TU –] to select the desired broadcast station.
   • The broadcast stations are displayed in the order in which they were scanned.

DAB stations can be stored in the preset memory and played in the same way as FM/AM stations.

• "Presetting FM/AM stations manually"
• "Listening to preset stations"
• A maximum of 40 DAB broadcast stations can be preset.

Auto scannig broadcast stations

Connect the antenna beforehand.

1. Press [MENU] during DAB reception.
2. Use [] to select "TUNER SETUP", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
3. Use [] to select "DAB AUTO SCAN", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
4. Press [ENTER/MEMO].
   This unit searches for receivable DAB stations.

Advanced connections

This section explains how to connect a control dock for iPod, USB memory device, and iPod. For other connections, see the sections below.

• Speaker connections
• Connecting recording components
• Connecting an antenna
• Connecting the power cord

Advanced Operations

Preparations

Before playing control dock for iPod

1. Set the iPod on the DENON control dock for iPod. (See the control dock for iPod's operating instructions.)
2. Press ON/STANDBY.
3. Press SOURCE to select "AUX1/Dock".

Before playing a USB or an iPod

1. Press ON/STANDBY.
2. Connect USB memory device or iPod connection cable. When the USB memory device or iPod is connected to the USB port on this unit, the source automatically switches to "USB" and file playback begins.

Turning the power off (to the standby mode)
Press ON/STANDBY again.

NOTE
Be sure to stop playback before turning the power off.

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.

Playback order of folders
CD-R/CD-RW
For playback of files on CD-R or CD-RW, 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.

USB memory device
For playback of files recorded on USB, files in the first folder on the first layer are played first, next folders on the second layer in the folder, then next on the third layer, and so on in this order. Then accordingly files on another first layer are played.

• The playback order displayed on a PC may differ from the actual playback order.
• The playback order with a CD-R/CD-RW may differ, depending on the writing software.

NOTE
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.

MP3 and WMA files playback

This section explains how to playback MP3 and WMA files that are recorded onto a CD-R or CD-RW. For details on how to playback files recorded onto media other than CD-R or CD-RW, see the following sections.

• Portable audio player playback
• USB memory device playback
• iPod ® playback

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) such sites can be stored on CD-R or CD-RW discs and played on this unit.
"Windows Media" and "Windows" are registered trademarks or trademarks in the United States and other countries of Microsoft Corporation of the United States.

MP3 and WMA formats

CD-R and CD-RW discs created in the format described below can be played.

Writing software format
ISO9660 level 1 When written in other formats, it may not be possible to play the disc properly.

Maximum number of playable files and folders
Number of files: 255 Number of folders: 255

File format
MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3 WMA (Windows Media Audio)

Tag data
ID3-Tag (Ver. 1.x and 2.x ) META-Tag (Compatible with title, artist and album names)

Playable MP3/WMA file
File format	Sampling frequency	Bit rate	Extension
MP3	32, 44.1, 48 kHz	32 ~ 320 kbps	.mp3
WMA	32, 44.1, 48 kHz	64 ~ 192 kbps	.wma

• Be sure to give files the extension ".MP3" or ".WMA". Files with any other extensions or with no extensions cannot be played.
• In accordance with copyright laws, recordings you have made should only be used for your personal enjoyment and may not be used in other ways without permission of the copyright holder.

MP3 and WMA files playback

1. Load a CD-R or CD-RW disc containing music files in the MP3 or WMA format into the disc tray.
2. Press [FOLDER MODE] and select "Folder Mode" or "Disc Mode".
   
   [About the display]
   When "Folder Mode" is selected......... "FLD" indicator lights.
   When "Disc Mode" is selected............ "FLD" indicator turns off.

   Folder Mode	All the files in the selected folder are played.
   Disc Mode	After the selected folder and files are played, all the files in all the folders are played.

3. Use [FOLDER +, –] to select the folder to be played.
4. Use [ , ] or [] to select the file to be played.
5. Press <> or [CD ].

To switch the folder or file during playback
Folder
Use [FOLDER +, –] to select the folder, then press [ENTER/MEMO]
File
Use [] to select the file, then press [ENTER/MEMO] .
Also use [ , ] to select the file, or use [NUMBER] ( 0 – 9 +10 ) to select the file number.

• The folder and file numbers are set automatically when the discis loaded.

• Copyright-protected files cannot be played.
• Depending on the application software used for writing, it may not be possible to write the data properly.
• Depending on the disc's recording conditions, it may not be possible to play some discs properly.

Switching the display
During playback, press [TIME/DISPLAY] .

• The characters that can be displayed are as follows:
  

To play repeatedly
Press [REPEAT]. Playback starts in the respective repeat mode.

• The selectable repeat modes differ in the "Folder Mode" and the "Disc Mode".

When "Folder Mode" is selected:

When "Disc Mode" is selected:

[Selectable items]
When "Folder Mode" is selected:

1 FLD	Only the selected track is played repeatedly.
FLD	All the files in the selected folder are played repeatedly.
FLD	Folder mode playback resumes.

When "Disc Mode" is selected:
"Playing repeatedly (Repeat playback)"

Setting random playback
"Playing random order (Random playback)"

Programmed playback is not possible with MP3/WMA discs.

Control dock for iPod/iPod ® playback

With this unit, you can listen to music on an iPod. It is also possible to operate the iPod from the main unit or remote control.

"Made for iPod" and "Made for iPhone" mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.

• Individual users are permitted to use iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch for private copy and playback of non-copyrighted contents and contents whose copy and playback is permitted by law. Copyright infringement is prohibited by law.

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.
• When connecting an iPhone to this unit, keep the iPhone at least 20cm away from this unit. If the iPhone is kept closer to this unit and a telephone call is received by the iPhone, noise may be output from this device.

1. Playback preparation ("Preparations").
2. Press [REMOTE/BROWSE] to select the display mode. The mode switches each time the button is pressed.

   [Selectable mode]		Browse mode	Remote mode
   Display location		Main unit display	iPod display
   Playable files	Audio file
   	Video file
   Active buttons	Remote control and main unit
   	iPod ®

3. Use [] to select the item, then press [ENTER/ MEMO] to select the music file to be played.
4. Control dock for iPod operation Press <> or [DOCK ]. Playback starts. iPod operation Press <> or [USB/iPod ]. Playback starts.

Remote control and iPod button relations

Remote control buttons	iPod buttons	Operation on this unit
USB/iPod		Play the track / Pause the track.
DOCK		Play the track / Pause the track.
,	,	Play the track from the beginning/ Play the next track.
Press and hold	, Press and hold	Fast-reverse the track/Fastforward the track.
	Click Wheel	Select an item.
ENTER/MEMO or	Select	Enter the selection or plays the track.
REMOTE/ BROWSE	–	Switch between the browse mode and the remote mode.
REPEAT	–	Switch the repeat function
RANDOM	–	Switch the shuffle function
	MENU	Display the menu or return to the previous menu.

Portable audio player playback

Your portable audio player can be connected to this unit's portable jack to play tracks on the portable audio player.

Connecting a portable player

Connect this unit and portable audio player using a separately sold mini-stereo audio cable.

Portable audio player playback

1. Press SOURCE to select "PORTABLE IN".
2. Play the portable audio player. The player's audio is output.
   • Also read the portable audio player's operating instructions.

NOTE
When using the portable player's headphone jack, set the volume on the portable player to an appropriate level.

USB memory device playback

Playable USB memory formats

Files stored on USB memory devices created in the formats below can be played.

• USB-compatible file systems
  "FAT16" or "FAT32"
  • If the USB memory device is divided into multiple partitions, only the top drive can be selected.
• Maximum number of playable files and folders
  Maximum number of files in a folder: 255 Maximum number of folders: 255
• File format
  MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3 WMA (Windows Media Audio)
• Tag data
  ID3-Tag (Ver.1.x and 2.x) META-Tag (Compatible with title, artist and album names)

Playable MP3/WMA file
File format	Sampling frequency	Bit rate	Extension
MP3	32, 44.1, 48 kHz	32 ~ 320 kbps	.mp3
WMA	32, 44.1, 48 kHz	64 ~ 192 kbps	.wma

Only music files that are not copyright-protected can be played on this set.

• Contents 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.

USB memory device playback

1. Playback preparation ( "Before playing a USB or an iPod").
2. Press [FOLDER MODE] and select "Folder Mode" or "Memory Mode".
   [About the display]
   When "Folder Mode" is selected............. "FLD" indicator lights.
   When "Memory Mode" is selected.......... "FLD" indicator turns off.
   Folder Mode : All the files in the selected folder are played.
   Memory Mode: After the selected folder and files are played, all the files in all the folders are played.
3. Use [FOLDER +, –] to select the folder to be played.
4. Use [ , ] or [] to select the file to be played.
5. Press <> or [USB/iPod ].

• When [USB/iPod 1/3] is pressed when the function is anything other than USB, the function switches to "USB", and the files stored on the USB memory device are played back. ("Auto source selector function")
• For details on the order of playback for files stored on a USB memory device, see "MP3 or WMA playback order of MP3 or WMA files".

To switch the folder or file during playback
Folder
Use [FOLDER +, –] to select the folder, then press [ENTER/MEMO].
File
Use [, ] to select the file, then press [ENTER/MEMO] . Use [8 , 9] to select the file, or use [NUMBER] ( 0 – 9 , +10 ) to select the file number.

• The folder and file numbers are set automatically when the USB memory device is loaded.

10. Use [] to select "ON" or "OFF" for the timer, then press [ENTER/MEMO]
    • The indicator lights and the timer setting is entered.
      
      
    • The timer settings are displayed for 3 seconds.
      
      
11. Press ON/STANDBY to set the power to standby.
    Timer standby mode is set, and the power indicator lights orange.

Setting the timer to on or off

1. Press [MENU].
2. Use [] to select "TIMER ON/OFF", then press [ENTER/ MEMO] .
3. Use [] to select "ONCE" or "EVERYDAY".
4. Use [] to select "ON" or "OFF" for the timer, then press [ENTER/MEMO]. The timer settings are displayed after this.

• When set to "OFF", time operation is disabled, but the timer settings remain unchanged.

To check the timer settings

1. Press [MENU].
2. Use [] to select "TIMER ON/OFF", then press [ENTER/ MEMO] .
3. When "ON" is displayed for the timer setting, press [ENTER/ MEMO]. The timer settings are displayed for 3 seconds.

To change the timer settings
Perform the operations at "Setting the timer".

To change the setting while setting the timer
Press [].
The setting returns to the previous step. Display the setting you want to change, then make the desired setting.

When performing a timer setting with DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-11R, ASD-3N, ASD- 3W, ASD-51N or ASD-51W)
Pause the track you want to play, and keep the power on for DENON control dock for iPod.

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.
Press [SLEEP] during playback and select the setting time.

• After about 5 seconds, the setting is entered and the display returns to as it was before.

Canceling the sleep timer
Either press [SLEEP] to select "SLEEP OFF" or press ON/ STANDBY .

To check the time remaining until the sleep timer is activated
Press [SLEEP] .

Other functions

Using an optimizing filter

An optimizing filter suited for the properties of the speakers (SC-M37) can be used.

1. Press [MENU].
2. Use [] to select "SPK OPTIMISE", then press the [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
3. Use [] to select "ON", then press the [ENTER/ MEMO] or [].
   The setting is entered.

ON	The response is optimized for the speakers (SC-M37, sold separately).
OFF	The response is flat.

Auto power on

When the power is in standby, the power turns on when any of the buttons below other than ON/STANDBY is operated, and the respective operation is performed.

• <>: The disc tray opens.
• <> for the different source: Playback of that source starts.
• [TUNER]: Playback of the tuner starts.

NOTE
The Auto Power On function cannot be used with control dock for iPod.

Auto source selector function

When one of the buttons below is pressed, it switches to that source and starts playback on that source.

• [CD ] The source switches to "DISC" and the disc starts playing.
• [USB/iPod ] The source switches to "USB" and the USB starts playing.
• [DOCK ] The source switches to "AUX1/Dock" and the iPod starts playing.
• [TUNER] The source switches to "TUNER" and the band last set is tuned in.

Auto standby

With the Auto standby ON, this unit will automatically enter the standby mode after about 30 continuous minutes of stop mode with no operation.

1. Press [MENU].
2. Use [] to select "AUTO STANDBY", then press [ENTER/MEMO] or [].
3. Use [] to select "ON", then press [ENTER/ MEMO] or [].
   The setting is entered.

NOTE
In the following situations, the Auto standby function does not operate.

• When an iPod or USB memory device is connected to the USB port on the unit.
• When the source is "TUNER" "AUX1" or "AUX2".
• When the source is "AUX1/Dock", and an iPod is connected to control dock for iPod. (ASD-11R only)
• When the source is "PORTABLE IN" and a device is connected to the portable jack.

Last function memory

This stores the settings as they were immediately before going into the standby mode. When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored to as they were immediately before going into the standby mode.

Resetting the microprocessor

Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed. When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to their default values.

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet while pressing </–> and <SDB/TONE> simultaneously.
   • "INITIALIZE" is displayed.

If "INITIALIZE" does not display in step 2, start over from step 1.

Explanation terms

A
AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)
This is an internationally standardized audio data compression scheme. It has a compression ratio 1.4 times higher than the "MP3 audio compression scheme adopted for "MPEG-1.

B
Bit rate
This expresses the read amount per 1 second of video/audio data recorded in a disc.

D
Dynamic range
The difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and the minimum sound level that is discernible above the noise emitted by the device.

F
Finalize
This is processing that enables playing back of disc of CD, which was recorded using a recorder, by other players.

M
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".

P
Protection circuit
This is a function to prevent damage to components within the power supply when an abnormality such as an overload, excess voltage occurs or temperature for any reason. In this unit, the power indicator blinks and the unit enters standby mode when an abnormality occurs.

S
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.
Speaker impedance
This is an AC resistance value, indicated in Ω (ohms). Greater power can be obtained with this value smaller.

W
WMA (Windows Media Audio)
This is audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA data can be encoded using Windows Media ® Player Ver.7, 7.1, Windows Media ® Player for Windows ® XP and Windows Media ® Player 9 Series. To encode WMA files, only use applications authorized by Microsoft Corporation. If you use an unauthorized application, the file may not work properly.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

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" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
   Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.
11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
    
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect the plug from the wall socket outlet. The mains plug is used to completely interrupt the power supply to the unit and must be within easy access by the user.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED BY ANYONE EXCEPT PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

NOTE ON USE

ON INSTALLATION

*For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confi ned space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.

• More than 0.3 m is recommended.
• Do not place any other equipment on this unit.