Denon DCD-50 User manual

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DCD-50
COMPACT DISC PLAYER
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 4
Features 5
High quality 5
High performance 5
Part names and functions 6
Front panel 6
Display 8
Rear panel 9
Remote control unit 10
Connections
Connections 13
Installing this unit 14
Installing horizontally 14
Installing vertically 15
Before using the remote control unit 17
Operating range of the remote control unit 18
Connecting a digital device 19
Connecting an analog device 20
Connecting the power cord 21
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Playback
Basic operation 23
Turning the power on 23
Switching the display’s brightness 23
Playing CDs 24
Playing CDs 24
Playing tracks in a specific order (Program playback) 26
Playing DATA CDs (MP3 and WMA files) 27
Playing files 28
Settings
Other settings 30
Auto Standby 30
Auto Play 31
Tips
Tips 33
Troubleshooting 34
Appendix
Playable media 38
Discs 38
Files 38
Playback order of MP3/WMA files 39
About discs and files 40
Cautions on using media 41
Loading Discs 41
Cautions on Loading Discs 41
How to handle media 42
Cleaning discs 42
Explanation of terms 43
Specifications 44
Index 47
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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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Quick Start Guide CD-ROM
(Owner’s Manual)
Safety Instructions Power cord
Remote control unit
(RC-1205) (built-in battery)
Coaxial digital cable Caps (silver) (x4)
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Features
High quality
0A new style of CD player with Denon's trademark quality,
containing a high-precision 32-bit D/A converter
The D/A converter is a key element of sound quality, so this product
contains our 32bit/192kHz D/A converter, renowned for its high degree
of precision, to bring you the best sound quality possible.
0This unit can be combined with our high-quality PMA-50 Class D
integrated amplifier to achieve a high degree of reproducibility
even for extremely weak signals
Our high-quality PMA-50 Class D integrated amplifier contains
Advanced AL32 Processing, Denon's unique analog waveform
reproduction technology. Use it with this unit to get the most out of our
exceptional sound quality that is both sensitive and powerful to a
degree that belies the size of the enclosure.
High performance
0This new design is the optimal match for our PMA-50 integrated
amplifier
0Supports vertical installation
This unit can be placed either vertically or horizontally.
The orientation of the display changes automatically to match the
orientation in which this unit is placed.
The operating mechanism of the CD slot allows smooth and steady
opening and closing whether this unit is placed vertically or horizontally.
0Supports MP3 and WMA file playback
This unit can play back MP3 and WMA files recorded on CD-R and CD-
RW discs.
The high-visibility organic EL display can show information such as the
track name and artist name when playing back MP3s and WMAs.
0The auto standby function reduces power consumption
0This unit comes with a system remote control that can also
operate the PMA-50
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Part names and functions
Front panel
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APower operation button (X)
This turns the power on/to standby. (v p. 23)
The power status is indicated as follows.
0Power on: Display lit
0Standby: Display off
BProtection circuit indicator
This blinks when the protection circuit has operated. (v p. 34)
CDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 8)
DCD slot (v p. 41)
EPlay/pause button (1 / 3)
Plays the track/Pauses the track.
FStop button (2)
Stops playback.
GRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 18)
HReverse-skip button (8)
Returns to the start of the currently playing track.
IForward-skip button (9)
Plays the next track.
JCD Eject button (5)
Ejects the disc.
KInstallation holes for vertical installation feet
These are used when the unit is installed vertically. (v p. 15)
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Display
The display automatically rotates to match the installation orientation.
Display sample
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Track xx
Track
mm:ss
song tle
xx/XX
mm:ss
xx tracks
Total
mm:ss
Description of icon
P: random
z: repeat all
u: repeat 1
v: track
t: folder
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Rear panel
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AAC inlet (AC IN)
Used to connect the supplied power cord. (v p. 21)
BAUDIO OUT connectors (AUDIO OUT)
Used to connect an amplifier equipped with analog audio input
connectors. (v p. 20)
CDIGITAL AUDIO OUT connectors (COAXIAL)
Used to connect an amplifier equipped with digital audio input
connector. (v p. 19)
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Remote control unit
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AMPAMP
VOLUMEVOLUME
INFOINFODIMMERIMMER
AMP POWERAMP POWERCD POWERCD POWER
AMPAMP
SETUPTUPMODEMODE
PROGRAMPROGRAM
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CLEARCLEAR
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oOperating this unit
APower operation button (X)
This turns the power on/to standby.
BDIMMER button
Adjust the display brightness of this unit. (v p. 23)
CCursor buttons (df0 1)
These select folders or files on a data CD.
DMODE button
This switches the playback mode. (v p. 27)
EINFO button
This switches the track information shown in the display during
playback. This switches the playback time display.
FENTER button
This determines the selection.
0The DIMMER button also controls the Denon's Integrated Amplifier PMA-50, so
the PMA-50 can be operated simultaneously with the DCD-50. When the two units
have different settings, press and hold in the button for lease 2 seconds to reset
them both to the default setting, then make the desired setting.
0The display brightness is set to “Normal” by default.
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AMPAMP
VOLUMEVOLUME
INFOINFODIMMERIMMER
AMP POWERAMP POWERCD POWERCD POWER
AMPAMP
SETUPTUPMODEMODE
PROGRAMPROGRAM
ENTERENTER
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7 8 9
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GSystem buttons
These perform playback related operations.
0Skip buttons (8 / 9)
0Play/pause button (1 / 3)
0Stop button (2)
HRandom button (P)
Switches the random playback.
IPROGRAM button
This sets program playback. (v p. 26)
JNumber buttons (0～9, +10)
These enter numbers into the unit.
KRepeat button (L)
Switches the repeat playback.
LCLEAR button
This clears the program registration.
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AMPAMP
VOLUMEVOLUME
INFOINFODIMMERIMMER
AMP POWERAMP POWERCD POWERCD POWER
AMPAMP
SETUPTUPMODEMODE
PROGRAMPROGRAM
ENTERENTER
CLEARCLEAR
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
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oAmplifier operations
ADIMMER button
Adjust the display brightness.
BCursor buttons (df0 1)
These select menu items.
CBluetooth button (V)
This switches the input to Bluetooth of PMA-50. This is also pressed
during the pairing operation.
DInput source switching button (q)
This switches input sources of PMA-50.
EAMP POWER button (X)
This turns the power of PMA-50 on/to standby.
FENTER button
This determines the selection.
GAMP SETUP button
The setting menu is displayed on the display of PMA-50.
HVOLUME button (df)
These adjusts the volume level.
IMute button (:)
This mutes the output audio of PMA-50.
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Connections
oContents
Installing this unit 14
Connecting a digital device 19
Connecting an analog device 20
Connecting the power cord 21
NOTE
0Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
0Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in
humming or noise.
oCables used for connections
Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to
connect.
Audio cable
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R
L
R
L
Coaxial digital cable
(supplied) .
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Connections
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Installing this unit
This unit can be installed in two ways - horizontally or vertically. You can
select how to install this unit according to the installation place and your
preference.
NOTE
0Choose how you want to install this unit and install it correctly before playing back
discs.
Installing horizontally
The feet are initially attached to the unit for horizontal installation.
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Installing vertically
This orientation is suitable for placing a narrow place.
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1Remove the feet.
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Rotate each of the 4 feet counter-clockwise to remove.
2Insert the supplied caps (silver) into the holes from
which the feet were removed.
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3Remove the cap (black).
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NOTE
0Be careful not to damage your nails when removing the caps.
If necessary, use a thin-tipped tool to remove the caps. However, be careful
not to damage the unit when using tools.
4Rotate the removed feet clockwise to attach them.
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NOTE
0After attaching the feet, adjust the height of the feet as necessary so that the
set is stable when installed.
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Before using the remote control unit
The remote control unit has a built-in lithium battery.
Pull out the insulation sheet before use.
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oReplacing the battery
1. Insert a pointed object into the hole in the battery case and pull out the
battery tray.
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2. Insert the lithium battery correctly into the battery compartment as
indicated.
3. Replace the battery case in the original position.
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NOTE
0When inserting the lithium battery, be sure to do so in the proper direction,
following the F and G marks in the battery compartment.
0If the battery should have a leakage, immediately replace and dispose of the
battery. In this case, there is a risk of burn when the liquid comes in contact with
skins or clothes, so a great care should be taken. If the liquid accidentally comes in
contact, wash with tap water and consult a doctor.
0Remove the battery from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
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Operating range of the remote control
unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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Approx. 7 m
30° 30°
[Horizontal installation]
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30° 30°
Approx. 7 m
[Vertical installation]
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Connecting a digital device
This unit can be connected to an amplifier with digital audio (coaxial) input connector.
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COAXIAL
IN
Amplifier
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Connecting an analog device
This unit can be connected to an amplifier with analog audio input connectors.
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AUDIO
IN
LR
L
L
R
R
Amplifier
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