Denon CHR-F103 Operating Instructions Manual
Denon CHR-F103 Operating Instructions Manual

Denon CHR-F103 Operating Instructions Manual

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CD/HDD MUSIC SYSTEM
CHR-F103
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MODE D'EMPLOI
ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO
INSTRUCCIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
BRUKSANVISNING

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  • Page 1 CD/HDD MUSIC SYSTEM CHR-F103 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MODE D’EMPLOI ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO INSTRUCCIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING BRUKSANVISNING...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ITALIANO ¢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 QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 3 ¢NOTE ON USE / HINWEISE ZUM GEBRAUCH / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTE SULL’USO / NOTAS SOBRE EL USO / ALVORENS TE GEBRUIKEN / OBSERVERA • Keep the apparatus free from moisture, water, and dust. • Halten Sie das Gerät von Feuchtigkeit, Wasser und Staub fern.
  • Page 4 ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ITALIANO A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING: This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with the local recycling regulations. When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations concerning chemical waste.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing this DENON CD/HDD Music System. Please read the operation instructions thoroughly in order to acquaint yourself with the CD/HDD Music System and achieve maximum satisfaction from Be sure to keep these instructions for future reference, should any questions or problems arise.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    ¢ Automatic display of titles using the Gracenote database The CHR-F103 includes a database of the titles of some 350,000 , so when the tracks from a CD are recorded on to the hard disk, the CD’s album name, track names and artist names are also recorded and displayed automatically.
  • Page 7: Before Using

    DENON users. ¢ Music server compatibility The CHR-F103 is compatible with network music players. Music files stored on a computer can be played on the CHR-F103 via a LAN. ¢ USB port for playing USB memory devices ¢...
  • Page 8: About Discs

    ENGLISH About discs Discs usable on this set Music CDs Discs with the mark at the right can be used on this set. Note however that discs with special shapes (heart-shaped discs, octagonal discs, etc.) cannot be played. Do not attempt to play them, as doing so could damage the set.
  • Page 9: Cleaning Discs

    About the remote control unit The included remote control unit (RC-1042) can be used to operate not only the CHR-F103 but also other components in the F102 series page 32). NOTE: • The system remote control unit included with the receiver (DRA- F102/F102DAB) cannot be used to operate the CHR-F103.
  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    ENGLISH Part names and functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Front panel Power operation switch (ON/STANDBY) ·········································(14) USB input terminal ···································(29) Remote control sensor ·······························(5) Display CD/HDD/USB/NET button ·······················(14) CD STORE button ·····································(19) MUSIC SEARCH button····························(22) Jog dial/PUSH ENTER button ·················(15) Turn:...
  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    Rear panel q w e ETHERNET terminal··································(12) DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) terminals ·········(11) PC CONTROL (USB) terminal ··················(34) LINE OUT terminals ··································(11) Use the LINE OUT 1 terminals as the main REMOTE CONTROL jack output, the LINE OUT 2 terminals as the This terminal will be used in the future for recording output.
  • Page 12: Remote Control Unit

    ENGLISH Remote control unit [Front] SLEEP button* CD/HDD/USB/NET button ·······················(14) PROGRAM button·····································(25) RANDOM button·······································(25) HDD play/pause button ( ) ················(22) Stop ( )/BAND* button ···························(19) Tuning buttons (+, –)* Search buttons ( ) ······················(23) iPod play/pause button ( MUTE button* SETUP button············································(15) Cursor buttons (D D , H H , F F , G G ) ·····················(15) TIME/DISPLAY button ······························(15)
  • Page 13 ENGLISH ¢ Buttons operable for the different functions CD function HDD function USB/NET function ENGLISH...
  • Page 14: Recommended System Layout

    To ensure performance and safety, it is recommended to arrange the components as shown below when connecting to models in the F102 series. CHR-F103 NOTE: • Arrange in such a way that the receiver’s ventilation holes are not obstructed so that the heat can dissipate.
  • Page 15: System Connections

    • Do not unplug the power supply cord while the system is operating. • The maximum total power consumption of devices connected to the CHR-F103’s AC outlets is 60 W. Do not connect devices with power consumptions greater than 60 W.
  • Page 16: Using The Network Audio Function

    • MP3 format Internet radio programs can be played. • Your favorite radio stations can be registered by accessing an exclusive DENON Internet radio URL from a Web browser on a computer. (A setting must be made for automatic download page 28).) (The function is managed for individual users, so...
  • Page 17: Personal Computer

    “Network-related settings”. • The CHR-F103 is not compatible with PPPoE. If your contract is of the PPPoE setting type, you need a PPPoE-compatible router. • For some ISPs (Internet Service Providers), you may have to make proxy server settings in order to use the Internet radio function.
  • Page 18: Operation

    • When in the standby mode, a very small amount of power is consumed, even if all the indicators are turned off. Selecting the function With the CHR-F103, it is possible to switch playback between three sources: music discs, the HDD and an external source (USB audio, network audio, etc.).
  • Page 19: Switching The Display

    Switching the display ¢ To change the number of lines displayed: Press [TIME/DISPLAY] while in the stop mode. 3-line display 6-line display The display is set to 3 lines upon purchase. Kanji can only be displayed in the 3-line display mode. ¢...
  • Page 20: Recording Monitor Auto Playback Setting (Store Monitor)

    Making the IP address settings (IP Address) ¢ Automatic setting of the IP address When the router’s DHCP server function is enabled (setting for automatically assigning IP addresses), the CHR-F103 can be used as set upon purchase (“On” – DHCP server enabled). ENGLISH ¢...
  • Page 21: Making The Proxy Settings (Proxy)

    Making the proxy settings (Proxy) ¢ When the ISP specifies the proxy setting If no proxy setting is specified, there is no need to make the setting. From the “Network Setting” mode, select “Proxy” ENTER then press ENTER Select “Proxy” then press ENTER Select “On”...
  • Page 22: Inputting The Computer's Language (Pc Language)

    Only change it if the character data from the computer is not displayed properly on the CHR-F103. From the “Others” mode, select “PC Language” then...
  • Page 23: Recording And Deleting

    Recording and Deleting Before recording Sources that can be recorded £ CDDA (Music CDs) NOTE: • CD-R/CD-RW sources containing music files in such formats as MP3 and WMA cannot be recorded. • Copyright protected tracks cannot be recorded. Setting the recording mode £...
  • Page 24: Monitoring The Tracks Being Recorded

    ENGLISH MUSIC SEARCH < > <JOG DIAL>, ENTER [ HDD ENTER [ D H F G H F G ] MUSIC SEARCH ENTER [ D H F G H F G ] [ EDIT ] About the button names in this explanation <...
  • Page 25: Deleting Tracks By Album Or Artist Name

    Deleting tracks by album or artist name Function : HDD Use this procedure to delete multiple tracks by album or artist name. MUSIC SEARCH In the stop mode, press • The search menu is displayed. < JOG DIAL > [D D H H ] to select the album or [EDIT] artist name to be deleted, then press...
  • Page 26: Playback

    ENGLISH Playback < > MUSIC SEARCH < > <JOG DIAL>, BACK ENTER [RANDOM] [ REPEAT ] [ HDD [ CD ENTER [ D H F G H F G ] BACK MUSIC SEARCH [ ARTIST ] [ ALBUM ] [ GENRE ] [ TRACK ] [ PLAY LIST ] ENTER...
  • Page 27: Cd Playback

    ¢ Handy functions for searching from lists: q Searching by switching between first letters F F G G Use [ ] to switch the first letter (A ⇔ ⇔ C...). w Searching by narrowing in on letters Use [NUMBER] (1 ~ 9, 0/10, +10) to input the first letter of the desired title, then the second letter, etc., •...
  • Page 28: Playing Music Files

    “MPEG-2.5 Audio Layer-3”, “MP1” or “MP2” standards, etc. • The CHR-F103 is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag standards up to Version 2.3. • The CHR-F103 is compatible with WMA META tags for title, artist and album names. ¢ Settings for folders and files to be played (folder mode/disc mode): Use [FOLDER] to switch.
  • Page 29: Playing Files

    Playing files Function : CD Set a CD-R/CD-RW disc containing music files in MP3 or WMA format in the disc tray ( page 4). < JOG DIAL > [D D H H ] to select the folder or file. < >...
  • Page 30: Playing Tracks (Files) Repeatedly

    ENGLISH < > <JOG DIAL>, BACK ENTER [ REPEAT ] [ HDD [ CD ENTER [ D H F G H F G ] BACK ENTER [ D H F G H F G ] BACK [ EDIT ] [ NUMBER ] (1~9, 0/10, +10) About the button names in this explanation <...
  • Page 31: Registering Internet Radio Stations As Your Favorites

    • There are many Internet radio stations on the Internet, and the quality of the programs they broadcast as well as the bit rate of the tracks varies widely. Generally, the higher the bit rate, the higher the sound quality, but depending on the communications lines and the server’s traffic, streamed music or sound with a high bit rate can easily be fragmentary.
  • Page 32: Updating The List Of Radio Stations

    Use this procedure to play music files (in WMA, MP3 or WAV format) or playlists (m3u or wpl) stored on a computer (music server) connected to the CHR-F103 via a network. Before starting, you must launch the computer’s server software and set the files as server contents.
  • Page 33: Playback Of Usb Memory Devices

    • The CHR-F103 is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standards. • The CHR-F103 is compatible with WMA META tags. • The CHR-F103 can only play music files that are not copyright protected*. * : Contents downloaded from pay music sites on the Internet are copyright protected.
  • Page 34: Editing

    ENGLISH Editing MUSIC SEARCH <JOG DIAL>, ENTER [PROG] ENTER [ D H F G H F G ] MUSIC SEARCH ENTER [ D H F G H F G ] [ EDIT ] [ NUMBER ] (1~9, 0/10, +10) [ CLEAR ] [ CALL ] About the button names in this explanation <...
  • Page 35: Changing Genre Names

    Changing genre names Function : HDD Perform steps under “Changing titles”. < JOG DIAL > [D D H H ] to select “Genre Change”, ENTER then press < JOG DIAL > [D D H H ] to select the new genre name.
  • Page 36: System Operations

    Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit ENGLISH When the CHR-F103 is used in conjunction with other components in the F102 series, such system operations as CD Synchro recording can be performed and the system remote control unit (included with the receiver (DRA-F102/F102DAB)) can be used to operate the various components.
  • Page 37: Cd Synchronized Recording

    The receiver’s timer function can be used to conduct playback at set times. For operating instructions, refer to the manual included with the receiver. • Switch the CHR-F103’s function to the function you want to play before setting the timer standby mode. Edit function Function : CD This function lets you record onto cassette tapes with automatic editing according to the length of the tape.
  • Page 38: Pc Applications

    • HDD with sufficient free space • USB 2.0 connection terminal NOTE: • When connecting a computer and the CHR-F103, do not use any software other than Denon Music Manager. Using any software other than Denon Music Manager could destroy the data on the HDD or damage the CHR-F103.
  • Page 39: Others

    Others Trademarks Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information visit www.gracenote.com. CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000-2006 Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright ©...
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Cause Measures • The LAN cable is disconnected. • Connect properly with a LAN cable. • (Server and CHR-F103) connected by • Connect properly with a LAN cable. cross cable. • Router’s or hub’s power is off. • Turn on the power of the router or hub.
  • Page 41: Hard Disk Inspection And Repairs

    Page inspection or maintenance. Note that DENON will not copy or store this data. Note that if the hard disk must be formatted during repairs, DENON will do so at its discretion. When the format with which the CHR-F103 is hard disk is formatted, all the data on it is lost.
  • Page 42: Specifications

    ENGLISH Specifications ¢ Audio performance (LINE OUT 1) No. channels: 2 channels Frequency response: 2 Hz ~ 20 kHz Dynamic range: 100 dB S/N: 108 dB Harmonic distortion: 0.004 % (1 kHz) Separation: 100 dB Wow & flutter: Below measurable limits (± 0.001 % W. peak) Analog audio output: Output level : 2.0 Vrms (LINE OUT) ¢...
  • Page 43 TOKYO, JAPAN www.denon.com Denon Brand Company, D&M Holdings Inc. Printed in China 00D 511 4478 206...

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