Integrated network av receiver/amplifier (201 pages)
Summary of Contents for Denon Ceol RCD-N9
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix NETWORK CD RECEIVER RCD-N9 Owner’s Manual You can print more than one page of a PDF onto a single sheet of paper. Front/Top Rear panel Remote control unit Index panel...
Contents Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connections Accessories Inserting the batteries Speaker connection Operating range of the remote control unit Connecting the speaker cables Features Connecting the subwoofer Multiple music formats are supported, all in a compact form factor Connecting speakers Easy operation Connecting an analog device...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Basic operation Changing the FM tuning mode (Tune Mode) Turning the power on Automatically presetting FM stations (Auto Preset) Selecting the input source RDS search Adjusting the volume PTY search Turning off the sound temporarily...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Pairing with a Bluetooth device Menu map Playing a Bluetooth device Menu operation Pairing with the Pairing Mode Inputting characters Connecting a Bluetooth device with the NFC function via NFC Using the number buttons Listening to DIGITAL IN Using the cursor buttons...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips Tips Troubleshooting Resetting factory settings Appendix Playing back DATA CDs Playing back USB memory devices Playing back Internet Radio Playing back Bluetooth devices Bluetooth communications Playing back files stored on PC or NAS About Discs Last function memory Explanation of terms...
Playback 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.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inserting the batteries NOTE 0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: A Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. 0 Do not use a new battery together with an old one. 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.
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Download the appropriate Denon “Hi-Fi Remote” App for your iOS or Android Wi-Fi network capability with built-in diversity antenna, and is devices. This unit needs to be connected to your LAN and the iPad, iPhone,...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Part names and functions Front/Top panel GTop panelH VOLUME ENTER GFront panelH Front/Top Rear panel Remote control unit Index panel...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix C Input source select button (q) GTop panelH Selects the input source. D Cursor buttons (uio p) These select items. E Playback/Pause/ENTER button (1/3/ENTER) VOLUME ENTER Plays back and pauses tracks, and enters the selected content. F USB port Used to connect iPod or USB memory devices.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix GFront panelH J Remote control sensor This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 7) K Disc tray open/close button (5) Used to open/close the disc tray. L Headphones jack (R) Used to connect headphones. When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer be output from the connected speakers.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Rear panel ANTENNA COAX.75 LOOP ANT. ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN NETWORK OPTICAL SPEAKERS SUB WOOFER IMPEDANCE : 4~16 Wi-Fi CONNECT Front/Top Rear panel Remote control unit Index panel...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix E DIGITAL IN connectors Used to connect devices equipped with digital audio connectors. (v p. 21) F NETWORK connector ANTENNA Used to connect this unit to the network. (v p. 26) COAX.75 LOOP ANT. ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN NETWORK...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control unit A Remote control signal transmitter This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 7) B CLOCK button SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER The current time appear on the unit. (v p. 79) C SLEEP button iPod/ MUSIC...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix G FAVORITES ADD / CALL buttons To add radio stations or files to the favorite list, press ADD button. (v p. 51) To call up a radio station or file registered in the favorite list, press CALL button.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix O DIMMER button Adjust the display brightness of this unit. (v p. 80) P POWER button (X) This turns the power on/standby. (v p. 31) Q VOLUME buttons (df) SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER...
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Contents Connections Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents o Cables used for connections Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect. Speaker connection Connecting an analog device Connecting a digital device Speaker cable Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port Connecting an FM/AM antenna Subwoofer cable Connecting to a home network (LAN)
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker connection Here we connect the speakers in the room to this unit. Connecting the speaker cables This section explains how to connect them using typical examples. Connect the speaker cable with a rubber tube (red) to the + speaker NOTE terminal (red), and the other cable to the - speaker terminal (black).
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix NOTE Connecting the subwoofer Ensure that only the core wire part of the speaker cable is inserted. If the covered part is inserted, sound may not be output. Use a subwoofer cable to connect the subwoofer. ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN NETWORK...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting speakers ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN NETWORK OPTICAL SPEAKERS IMPEDANCE : 4~16 SUB WOOFER Wi-Fi CONNECT Front/Top Rear panel Remote control unit Index panel...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an analog device Connecting a digital device Analog Digital device device AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL AUDIO ANTENNA ANTENNA COAX.75 LOOP ANT. COAX.75 LOOP ANT. ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN NETWORK ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN NETWORK OPTICAL OPTICAL SPEAKERS...
USB memory device Denon does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter, use that device’s supplied AC adapter. NOTE 0 USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an FM/AM antenna After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal, fix the NOTE antenna with tape in a position where the noise level becomes minimal. 0 Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously. “Listening to FM/AM broadcasts”...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o AM loop antenna assembly o Using the AM loop antenna Suspending on a wall Put the stand section through the bottom of the loop Suspend directly on a wall without assembling. antenna from the rear and bend it forward. Insert the projecting part into the square hole in the stand.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to a home network (LAN) You can connect this unit to your home network (LAN) to perform various Wired LAN types of playbacks and operations as follows. Playback of network audio such as Internet Radio and from your music server(s) (Network Attached Playback of music content from online streaming services...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Wireless LAN 0 With this unit, it is possible to use the DHCP and Auto IP functions to make the network settings automatically. Internet 0 When using this unit with the broadband router’s DHCP function enabled, this unit Modem automatically performs the IP address setting and other settings.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix NOTE 0 The types of routers that can be used depend on the ISP. Contact your ISP or a computer shop for details. 0 This unit is not compatible with PPPoE. A PPPoE-compatible router is required if you have a contract for a type of line set by PPPoE.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. SPEA IMPEDANC Power cord To household power outlet (supplied) (AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz) Front/Top Rear panel Remote control unit Index panel...
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Contents Connections Playback Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents Playback network audio/service Basic operation Listening to Internet Radio Playing back files stored on PC or NAS Turning the power on AirPlay function Selecting the input source Spotify Connect function Adjusting the volume Turning off the sound temporarily Other functions Playback a device...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Basic operation Turning the power on SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER POWER X Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. Input source iPod/ MUSIC MUSIC INTERN INTERNET ET RADIO RADIO SERVER...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. The volume level is displayed. You can also adjust the volume by turning VOLUME df on the main unit. Turning off the sound temporarily Press MUTE :.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing CDs Playing CDs SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER Press CD to switch the input source to “CD”. iPod/ MUSIC MUSIC INTERN INTERNET ET RADIO RADIO SERVER SERVER TUNER TUNER ANALOG IN ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN DIGITAL IN...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing tracks in a specific order Operation buttons Function (Program playback) Playback / Pause Stop In the stop mode, press PROGRAM. Skip to previous track / Skip to next track (Press and hold) “Program” is displayed. Fast-reverse / Fast-forward Use 0 –...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing DATA CDs This section explains how to playback MP3 and WMA files that are recorded onto a CD-R or CD-RW. SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER There are many music distribution sites on the Internet allowing you to download music files in MP3 or WMA (Windows Media ®...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing files Operation buttons Function Playback / Pause Stop Press CD to switch the input source to “CD”. Skip to previous track / Skip to next track Load a CD-R or CD-RW containing music files in the (Press and hold) Fast-reverse / Fast-forward MP3 or WMA format into the disc tray.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to Internet Radio Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet. Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received. SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER The broad cast station types and specifications supported by this unit INTERNET for playback are as follows.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to Internet Radio Recommended Displays recommended Internet Radio Stations : stations. This unit memorizes the last played Internet Radio station. If you press Displays Internet Radio stations added to INTERNET RADIO to switch to the Internet Radio function from another favorites in vTuner.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing the last played Internet Radio Operation buttons Function station Playback Stop Press INTERNET RADIO. FAVORITES CALL Call from the Favorite list FAVORITES ADD Add to the Favorite list The source switches to “Internet Radio” and the last played radio station plays.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Using vTuner to add Internet Radio Select the search criteria (genre, region, language, stations to favorites etc.) of your choice. You can also enter a keyword to search for a station you want to There are many Internet Radio stations in the world, and this unit can tune hear.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) stored on a PC and on Network Attached Storage (NAS) that supports DLNA. SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK...
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Start up Windows Media Player 12 on the PC. Select “Media Sharing” in the “Library”. Select “More streaming options...” in the “Stream”. Click the “Share my media” check box, select “Denon CEOL”, and then click “Allow”. Select “Allowed” in the drop-down list for “Denon CEOL”.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on a PC and Operation buttons Function Playback / Pause Stop Use this procedure to play music files or playlists. Skip to previous track / Skip to next track Prepare for playback. (Press and hold) Fast-reverse / Fast-forward A Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Files that can be played back See “Playing back files stored on PC or NAS” (v p. 118). WMA Lossless files can be played when using a server supporting transcoding, such as Windows Media Player Ver. 11 or later. NOTE 0 When playing back music files with your PC or NAS connected through wireless LAN, audio may be interrupted depending on your wireless LAN environment.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to FM/AM broadcasts For details about how to connect the antenna, see (v p. 45). SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER Listening to FM/AM broadcasts iPod/ MUSIC MUSIC INTERN INTERNET ET RADIO RADIO SERVER...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Changing the FM tuning mode (Tune Automatically presetting FM stations Mode) (Auto Preset) You can change the mode for tuning into FM broadcasts. If you cannot This unit can be preset to favorite list with a total of 50. For details on how tune in automatically with AUTO mode (AUTO), then change the mode to to use Favorite, see “Favorite function”...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix RDS search PTY search RDS is a broadcasting service which allows a station to send additional Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a designated program information along with the regular radio program signal. type (PTY).
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix TP search Press SEARCH during FM reception. “Search” menu appears. TP identifies programs that carry traffic announcements. This allows you to easily find out the latest traffic conditions in your area Use ui to select “PTY Search”, then press ENTER. before leaving home.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Radio Text RT allows RDS stations to send text messages that appear on the display. 0 When the RT mode is turned on while an RDS broadcast station not offering an RT service is tuned in, “NO TEXT” is displayed on the display. 0 The operations described below selecting “RDS Search”...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Favorite function This section provides information on the Favorite function. The Favorite function allows you to register your favorite broadcast SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER stations and files in the Favorite List in advance so that you can call and listen to the stations or files right away, whenever you want.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Registering stations or files to the To switch between registered stations favorites list and files during playback Press FAVORITES ADD while the Internet radio station Use CH+, CH– or ui. or file to register is played back. Deleting stations or files from the Use ui to select a number to register the station or favorite list...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing an iPod You can use the USB cable provided with the iPod to connect the iPod with the unit’s USB port and enjoy music stored on the iPod. SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER...
Operate iPod itself directly while seeing the iPod operate. screen to play back music. 0 Note that Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data on an iPod when using this unit in conjunction with the iPod. Front/Top...
Active buttons Remote control NOTE unit (This unit) 0 Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod data. iPod 0 Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some functions may not z Only the sound is played.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Charging the iPod/iPhone You can charge your iPod/iPhone by connecting it to USB port. o Standby charging If the unit enters power standby mode while the iPod/iPhone is charging, the unit will switch to standby charging mode, and the iPod/ iPhone will continue to be charged.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing a USB memory device Playing back music files stored on a USB memory device. Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class and MTP SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER (Media TransferProtocol) standards can be played on this unit.
INFO Switching the artist name and album title. NOTE Note that Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction with the USB memory device.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Music files stored on Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, digital music players, etc. can be enjoyed on this unit by pairing and connecting SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Pairing with a Bluetooth device Select this unit when its name appears in the list of devices displayed on the screen of the Bluetooth In order to enjoy music from a Bluetooth device on this unit, the Bluetooth device.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing a Bluetooth device 0 When the power of this unit is turned on, the input source will be automatically Check the following before you play back music. switched to “Bluetooth” if a Bluetooth device is connected. The Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth device must be turned on 0 When the “Network Control”...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Pairing with the Pairing Mode 0 When a number appears on the display of this unit, check that it is the same Pair a Bluetooth device with this unit. number as that shown on the screen of the Bluetooth device and then select “pair” for both the Bluetooth device and the unit.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a Bluetooth device with the Play back music on the Bluetooth device. NFC function via NFC This unit outputs music from the Bluetooth device. You can just touch this unit with a Bluetooth device to turn on power to this unit and perform pairing or establish a connection between this unit and 0 When “Network Control”...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to DIGITAL IN SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER Prepare for playback. INTERN INTERNET ET iPod/ MUSIC MUSIC SERVER SERVER RADIO RADIO ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN Check the connection, then turn on this units. TUNER TUNER ANALOG IN...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AirPlay function Music files stored on your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes can be played on this unit via the network. This unit 0 You can stop AirPlay playback by pressing o or choosing other input source. 0 To see song and artist names together, press INFO on the remote control unit.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod Playing iTunes music with this unit touch or iPad Install iTunes 10, or later, on a Mac or Windows PC that If you update your “iPhone/iPod touch/iPad” to iOS 4.2.1 or later, you can is connected to the same network as this unit.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting multiple speakers (devices) It is possible to play iTunes songs on your home’s AirPlay compatible speakers (devices) other than those of this unit. Click the AirPlay icon ' and select “Multiple”. Check the speakers you want to use. NOTE In playback using the AirPlay function, the sound is output at the iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes volume setting level.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Spotify Connect function Spotify is the world’s most popular streaming service. If you subscribe to Playing Spotify music with this unit Spotify Premium, you can control your new speaker with your phone or tablet. Because Spotify is built-in to your speaker, you can still take calls or Download the “Spotify App”...
0 For some smartphones, you must install an application for DLNA music playback. player Controller) devices. Denon Hi-Fi Remote App Stores music files. Music files stored on these (Digital Media devices are played back with...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Settings on portable audio players Settings required for each device Configure the settings so that this unit (DMR) can play back music files You must make settings on DMC and DMS for Remote Play. Make the stored on your portable audio player.
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Select the friendly name of this unit for the item that sets the playback device on the playback screen. The default Friendly Name of this unit is “Denon CEOL”. Start playing back a music file on DMC. The function on this unit automatically switches to “Music Server”...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Web control function You can control this unit from a web control screen on a web browser. Controlling the unit from a web control Switch the “Network Control” setting to “On”. (v p. 91) Check the IP address of this unit with “Network Information”.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Enter the IP address of this unit in browser’s address When the top menu is displayed, click on the menu box. item you want to operate. For example, if the IP address of this unit is “192.168.0.2”, enter “http://192.168.0.2”.
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“Set”. F To reset the Friendly Name, click “Set Default”. NETWORK NETWORK FIRMWARE Friendly Name Denon CEOL Set Default Only characters that can be displayed on this unit can be set. (v p. 84) Network Connection Select Connection Wired...
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Connection” to apply the changes. NETWORK NETWORK Items displayed may vary depending on selected items and FIRMWARE Friendly Name connection status. Denon CEOL Set Default After selecting each item, wait a moment for the display to Network Connection be updated. Select Connection Wi-Fi K GExample 2H - Displayed when “DHCP”...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Update on web screen When the following screen is displayed by the PC, click the “Choose File” (A) button, select the update file, “Web control function” (v p. 71) settings must be completed in advance on a computer belonging to the same network.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix When the following screen is displayed, updating is complete. Firmware New Firmware: xxx.fw Firmware upload status: 100% completed. The upload process finished successfully. Please close this. Button names may vary depending on the OS language used on your computer. Front/Top Rear panel Remote control unit...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Convenience functions Adjusting the tone Sleep timer function SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER SLEEP DIMMER CLOCK Checking the current time iPod/ MUSIC MUSIC INTERN INTERNET ET RADIO RADIO SERVER SERVER Switching the display’s brightness TUNER TUNER ANALOG IN...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the tone n Treble Adjusts the treble sound. Press SDB/TONE to select the tone parameter to be –10dB – +10dB(Default : 0dB) adjusted. n Balance Use ui to adjust “Super Dynamic Bass”, “Bass”, Use op to adjust the left/right volume balance.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sleep timer function Checking the current time You can have the power automatically switched to standby once a set time o Checking the current time when the power is has elapsed. This is convenient for listening while going to sleep. Press SLEEP during playback and select the setting Press CLOCK.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Switching the display’s brightness Press DIMMER. The brightness of the display switches each time the button is pressed (5 levels). If the buttons are operated when the display is turned off, information is displayed temporarily at a low brightness level.
Sets the unit power to standby when the unit is not in use. Usage Data Selects whether or not to send anonymous usage data to Denon. Firmware Set whether or not to check for firmware update, update the firmware, and display update and upgrade notifications.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Network Setting items Description Page Network Information Displays various information about the network. Network Control Performs the ON/OFF settings for the network function when in standby mode. Friendly Name Edits a name displayed on the Internet. Settings Performs the settings for a wired or wireless LAN.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu operation SLEEP SLEEP CLOCK CLOCK DIMMER DIMMER POWER POWER Press SETUP. INTERN INTERNET ET iPod/ MUSIC MUSIC SERVER SERVER RADIO RADIO The menu is displayed. TUNER TUNER ANALOG IN ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN DIGITAL IN Bluetooth Use uiop to select the menu to be set or operated,...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inputting characters On this unit, you can change the name displayed on the following screens to the names that you prefer. Text Search (v p. 38, 43, 57) Character input for the network functions (v p. 38) Press 0 –...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Using the cursor buttons Display the screen for inputting characters. To change a character, use op to align the cursor with the character that you want to change. Use ui to change the character. The types of characters that can be input are as shown below.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix General Make various other settings. o Edit Alarm Alarm Edit the once alarm and everyday alarm. Set the once alarm and everyday alarm. o Once Use ui to select the alarm mode, then press ENTER. Once Alarm Setting: Set the once alarm to on.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Clock Volume Limit o Set the current time o Make a setting for maximum volume You can automatically adjust the clock of this unit using the Internet. Limits the volume to ensure safe use of this product, and also makes it easier to adjust the volume from AirPlay or an app to an ideal range.
Information provided by customers will be used as reference material for product development purposes in the future. Denon will never provide any information we collect to third parties. Yes: Provide information on the operating status of this unit. No: Do not provide information on the operating status of this unit.
Even if the update fails, this unit will automatically try to update again. Off: Do not display upgrade message. Notification Alerts Displays notification messages from Denon in the On (Default): popup menu. Does not display notification messages from Denon in Off: the popup menu. Front/Top Rear panel Remote control unit Index...
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If the procedure has not been carried out, “Not Registered” is displayed. Information regarding the “Update” function and “Add New Feature” will be announced on the Denon web site each time related plans are defined. Front/Top Rear panel...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Network To use this unit by connecting it to a home network (LAN), you must configure network settings. If you set up your home network via DHCP, set “DHCP” to On (use the default setting). This allows this unit to use your home network. If you assign an IP address for each device, you must use the “IP Address”...
Selects Friendly Name from the list. make the settings at “IP Address” and “Proxy”, since the DHCP function Current Friendly Name/Denon RCD-N9 / AV Room / Bedroom / is set to “On” in this unit’s default settings. Dining Room / Family Room / Guest Room / Kids Room / Only set “Settings”...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n IP Address n Proxy Set the IP address within the ranges shown below. Make this setting when connecting to the Internet via a proxy server. The Network Audio function cannot be used if other IP addresses Make the proxy settings only when you connect to the Internet via a are set.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o When making Wi-Fi connection n Auto-Scan This automatically searches for networks. In this menu, Wi-Fi settings and connections can be made using any of the five connection methods From the list of the networks, select the one you want Auto-Scan / Share Wi-Fi setting from an iOS device / WPS (Wi-Fi to connect to.
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After selecting this item, select Settings/Wi-Fi from the iOS device Read the precautions on the screen, and press ENTER. home screen, select “Denon CEOL” displayed at the bottom of the screen, and then follow the setting instructions displayed on the iOS Select “Denon CEOL”...
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YouTube Wikipedia news(45) NETWORK Please select the menu. NETWORK Friendly Name Denon CEOL Network Connection Select Connection Select Connection Test Connection A Entering the IP address (192.168.1.16). B If you are using the Safari web browser, you can select “Bonjour”...
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Input the name of the wireless network (SSID). NETWORK NETWORK Select the encryption method according to the Friendly Name Security: encryption setting of the access point you are Denon CEOL using. Network Connection Select Connection Wi-Fi Manual Select the Default Key.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Tips Appendix o Contents Troubleshooting Tips Power does not turn on / Power is turned off LED is flashing Simple operations in the power off state Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Simple operations for iPod/USB Display on this unit shows nothing I only want to recharge my iPod...
When a input source select buttons, 1/3 button, FAVORITES CALL button or 5 button is pressed, the operation is performed at the same time as the unit switches on. (v p. 31, 33, 50) When the “Network Control” is set to “On”, you can perform playback, or other operations through AirPlay, Denon “Hi-Fi Remote” app. (v p. 91) Simple operations for iPod/USB When connected to the USB port, the Input Source automatically changes and playback begins.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Changing or resetting the network environment Prepare the provided Quick Setup Guide, and run Setup – “Quick Setup”. For detailed settings, run Setup - “Network” - Settings. (v p. 92) Volume adjustment is difficult when using AirPlay or app operation, and the sound suddenly becomes too loud Reducing the “Volume Limit”...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Troubleshooting 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 items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfunction.
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.
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. -...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Desired sound does not come out Symptom Cause / Solution Page Left/right volume balance is Press the SDB/TONE button on the remote control to adjust the balance. unbalanced. No sound from the sub Check the subwoofer connections.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Sound is interrupted or noise occurs Symptom Cause / Solution Page During playback from the When the transfer speed of the USB memory device is slow, sound may occasionally be interrupted. - Internet radio or USB The network communication speed is slow or the radio station is busy.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Cannot playback CDs Symptom Cause / Solution Page Cannot playback when the The disc is dirty or scratched. Either clean the disc, or insert a different disc. 1/X button is pressed, or cannot correctly play back a specific part of the disc.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o iPod cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page iPod cannot be connected. When using iPod by connecting it to the USB port, some iPod variations are not supported. When iPod is connected by using a USB cable other than the genuine cable, iPod may not be -...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o USB memory devices cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page “No Connection” is The set cannot recognize a USB memory device. Disconnect and reconnect the USB memory device. displayed. USB memory devices of a mass storage class or those compatible with MTP are supported. -...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Bluetooth cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page Bluetooth devices cannot The Bluetooth function in the Bluetooth device has not been enabled. See the Owner’s Manual of the - be connected to this unit. Bluetooth device to enable the Bluetooth function.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o The Internet radio cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page The radio station list is not The LAN cable is not properly connected, or the network is disconnected. Check the connection status. displayed.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page Files stored on a computer Files are stored in a non-compatible format. Record in a compatible format. cannot be played. You are attempting to play a file that is copyright protected.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Cannot connect by Wi-Fi Symptom Cause / Solution Page Cannot connect to the The network name and password (WEP, etc.) settings are wrong. Configure the network settings network. according to the setting details of this unit. Reduce the distance between the wireless LAN access point and this unit, remove any obstructions and -...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Resetting factory settings Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed. Various settings are reset to the factory default values. Make settings again. When power is switched to standby. VOLUME df Press the power button (X) while pressing VOLUMEdf together on this unit.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Appendix Playing back DATA CDs o Compatible formats Sampling Bit rate Extension frequency o DATA CDs formats 32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps .mp3 CD-R and CD-RW discs created in the format described below can be 32/44.1/48 kHz 64 –...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Compatible formats z1 Copyright-protected files can be played on certain portable players compatible with MTP. Sampling Bit rate Extension z2 Only files that are not protected by copyright can be played on this unit. frequency length Content downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright protected.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back Internet Radio o Maximum Number of Playable Files and Folder The limits on the number of folders and files that can be displayed by this unit are as follows. o Playable broadcast station specifications Media USB memory device Sampling...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back Bluetooth devices This unit supports the following Bluetooth profiles. A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) : When a Bluetooth device that supports this specification is connected, you can perform high quality streaming distribution of monaural and stereo audio data.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on PC or o Playback file specifications Sampling Bit rate Bit length Extension frequency 48 – 192 32/44.1/48 kHz .wma kbps This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard. 32 –...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix z1 Only files that are not protected by copyright can be played on this unit. Content downloaded from 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.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About Discs o Loading discs Place the disc in the tray, label side up. Make sure the disc tray is fully open when inserting the disc. o Discs playable on this unit Place the discs flat, 12 cm discs in the outer tray guide (Figure 1), 8 A Music CDs cm discs in the inner tray guide (Figure 2).
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Cautions on loading discs NOTE 0 Do not push the disc tray in by hand when the power is turned off. Doing so Only load one disc at a time. Loading two or more discs can damage the unit or scratch the discs.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Last function memory o Cautions on storing discs Be sure to remove discs after using them. This stores the settings as they were immediately before going into the Be sure to store discs in their cases to protect them from dust, scratches, warping, etc.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Explanation of terms FLAC FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a lossless free audio o Audio file format. Lossless means that the audio is compressed without any loss in quality. ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) The FLAC license is as shown below.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3) Sampling frequency This is an internationally standardized audio data compression scheme, Sampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave (analog signal) at using the “MPEG-1” video compression standard. It compresses the data regular intervals and expressing the height of the wave at each reading in volume to about one eleventh its original size while maintaining sound digitized format (producing a digital signal).
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Network IEEE 802.11b AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) This is one wireless LAN standard set by the 802 working group that establishes LAN technology standards at the IEEE (Institute of Electrical This is a next generation standard encryption method replacing the current and Electronics Engineers) of the United States.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix IEEE 802.11n WEP Key (network key) This is another wireless LAN standard set by the 802 working group that This is key information used for encrypting data when conducting data establishes LAN technology standards at the IEEE (Institute of Electrical transfer.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Media player WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (Pre-shared Key) This is a simple authentication system for mutual authentication when a iTunes preset character string matches on the wireless LAN access point and iTunes is the name of the multimedia player provided by Apple Inc. client.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Others Finalizing Finalization is the process that makes recorded CD-R/CD-RW discs playable on compatible players Pairing Pairing (registration) is an operation that is required in order to connect a Bluetooth device to this unit using Bluetooth. When paired, the devices authenticate each other and can connect without mistaken connections occurring.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned ® by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by D&M Holdings Inc. “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory is under license.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Bluetooth section Communications system: Bluetooth Version 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) Transmission power: Maximum 2.5 mW (Class 2) Maximum communication range: Approx. 10 m in line of sight Frequency band: 2.4 GHz band Modulation scheme: FHSS (Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum) Supported profiles:...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Clock/Alarm/Sleep Clock type: Power line frequency synchronized method (Within ±60 seconds per month) Alarm: Once alarm/Everyday alarm: One system each Sleep: Sleep timer: Max. 90 minutes o General Power supply: AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 55 W Power consumption in standby mode :...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dimensions Unit : mm o Weight : 3.2 kg Front/Top Rear panel Remote control unit Index panel...
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix License This section describes software license used for this unit. To maintain the correct content, the original (English) is used. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this Boost software and associated documentation files (the “Software”), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge,...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Definitions. “Articles” means, collectively, all articles written by Author which You may otherwise modify Your copy of this Work (excluding the Articles) in any way describes how the Source Code and Executable Files for the Work may be used by a to create a Derivative Work, provided that You insert a prominent notice in each user.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix You may distribute the Executable Files and Source Code only under the terms of This License and the rights granted hereunder will terminate automatically upon any this License, and You must include a copy of, or the Uniform Resource Identifier for, breach by You of any term of this License.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix libvorbis No term or provision of this License shall be deemed waived and no breach consented to unless such waiver or consent shall be in writing and signed by the http://www.xiph.org/vorbis/ party to be charged with such waiver or consent. Copyright (c) 2002-2004 Xiph.org Foundation This License constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the Work licensed herein.
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 0 Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND conditions and the following disclaimer. CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF 0 Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE...
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Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix cURL THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, http://curl.haxx.se INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE DISCLAIMED.
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After you purchase this product, you may procure, modify or distribute the source code of the GPL/LGPL software that is used in the product. Denon provides the source code based on the GPL and LPGL licenses at the actual cost upon your request to our customer service center.
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