Denon DVD-9000 User manual

High-end DVD A/V Player with 14-bit, 108 MHz Video D/A Converter and PureProgressiveTM Circuit
NEW MODEL INFORMATION
DVD-9000
DVD Audio/Video Player
■Thorough Vibration-resistant Design
Since the high-density data recorded on DVD must be read with absolute
accuracy, vibrations from outside or from internal sources, such as the power
supply, will adversely affect sound and picture quality. A variety of designs
have been incorporated in the DVD-9000 to suppress these unwanted vibrations.
The bottom plate forming the foundation of the chassis is a 6-mm thick, 4-layer
hybrid construction made up of a 1.2-mm thick copper-plated metal sheet
and three layers of 1.6-mm metal sheets. Large insulators of sintered alloy
(the same type used in Denon's high-end S1 series) have been used for the
DVD-9000's feet to absorb external vibrations. Reinforcing plates for the
base, front, and rear are composed of four 1.2-mm thick copper-plated
sheets, that have been utilized in a 3-box construction design to strengthen
the chassis. The chassis also uses copper plating to bring the ground electric
potential of the overall chassis close to equipotential in order to suppress
electrical noise. The top cover uses three types of 1.2-mm thick metal sheets
in different shapes, while 2.5-mm thick aluminum panels have been used for
the sides, giving rigidity to the entire chassis. The DVD mechanism is mounted
on a cast-aluminum base between the mechanism and the chassis. Parts
made of different materials effectively absorb vibrations caused by the unit
itself as well as from outside to ensure stable operation.
■THX Ultra Certified
The THX Ultra cerification standards are comprised of tests in three categories;
Audio Quality, Video Quality and User Interface. These tests ensure that the
DVD Player is fully capable of bringing out the best visual and sonic quality
of your favorite DVD programs.
■Newly-Developed Loading Mechanism for Suppression of Vibrations
The newly-developed loading mechanism uses a guide and tray painted with
protein material that is highly resistant to vibrations in order to prevent
unwanted vibrations to the tray.
■New PureProgressiveTM Circuit
The DVD-9000's interlace to progressive converter is the new SiI504
Converter with PureProgressiveTM circuitry from Silicon Image. The SiI504
features faster moving picture detection and improved film/video mode
recognition capability.
High-speed processing: This Sil504 Progressive Converter is capable of
processing 6 billion operations per second, providing the finest in motion-
adaptive de-interlacing.
Moving picture detection: PureProgressiveTM features 2:3 pulldown
detection, which converts 24-fps Film based material to 60-fps TV/Video
playback, while also detecting Video based material, animation and graphics.
PureProgressiveTM is capable of reproducing DVD-Video discs containing
both Film and Video material, as well as high picture quality progressive
video sources, while avoiding the flickering caused by detection delays of
these different formats. In processing moving video signals, a conventional
progressive converter performs detection on a full frame-by-frame basis,
while PureProgressiveTM stores 4 fields of video signals in a 64-Mbit SDRAM
buffer, enabling the detection and processing on a pixel-by-pixel basis to
achieve greater precision in discriminating between moving and still pictures.
Improved 2:3 pulldown detection: There are cases in which 2:3 pulldown
data signals on DVD-Video discs are not in sync. The PureProgressiveTM
converter will quickly detect the non-sequential points and perform appropriate
corrective measures at high speed to minimize picture flickering.
It is now also possible to select Level Detection or Flag Detection as the
detection method used for Film and Video material. If an incorrect flag was
recorded or the difference between the video level and noise level is very
small and distinctions on the disc are difficult to detect, this selection ensures
optimum detection capability and minimizes picture quality degradation.
■14-bit, 108-MHz Video D/A Converter
The DVD-9000 uses a total of six 14-bit, 108-MHz video D/A converters to
tap the maximum potential of the new PureProgressiveTM circuit's performance.
The DVD-9000 uses independent D/A converters for Progressive and
Interlaced picture reproduction.
These converters provide a very high sampling frequency of 108 MHz, with
4x oversampling used for Progressive and 8x oversampling for Interlaced
operation, resulting in the highest detailed D/A conversion. Since a filter with
ample cutoff characteristics can also be used for the analog low-pass filter,
the DVD-9000 reproduces the delicate nuances of video signals, allowing
viewers to enjoy the original picture at the highest level of realism.
Denon engineers have pulled out all the stops in its development of the DVD-9000 to ensure that this DVD player reproduces
sound and pictures at the highest possible level of quality. The DVD-9000 is packed with PureProgressiveTM circuitry for superior
Interlaced-to-Progressive video conversion; six 14-bit, 108-MHz video D/A converters, Noise Shaped Video and a Super Sub
Alias Filter. For high-quality audio output, the DVD-9000 sports AL24 Processing Plus supporting a sampling frequency of 192-kHz;
24-bit, 192-kHz audio D/A converters and other state-of-the-art audio technologies to extract the maximum potentialof DVD-
Audio. Along with Denon's critically acclaimed circuit design and chassis construction, the DVD-9000 is a truly remarkable new
flagship DVD player from Denon.

■Noise Shaped Video (NSV)
The NSV feature works in the digital domain to reduce noise in the video signal
frequency band in order to enhance video signal linearity.
■Super Sub Alias Filter
The S/N ratio can be improved when unwanted signals of higher than 6.75 MHz
following D/A conversion are cut. The DVD-9000 thus uses a Super Sub
Alias Filter that produces flat characteristics, ensuring that adverse influences
do not affect video signals inside the essential frequency band, and folding
noise is eliminated. In the DVD-9000, the Super Sub Alias Filter is applied to
the chroma signal as well as the luminance signal, improving color reproduction.
■A Wealth of Picture Quality Adjustment Functions
Contrast, Brightness, Hue, Sharpness, and Gamma can be adjusted as
desired by the user.
■AL24 Processing Plus
Denon has further developed its proprietary AL24 Processing, an analog
waveform reproduction technology, to support the 192-kHz sampling frequency
of DVD-Audio. This new technology, AL24 Processing Plus, thoroughly
suppresses quantization noise associated with D/A conversion of LPCM
signals to reproduce the low-level signals with optimum clarity that will bring
out all the delicate nuances of the music.
■24-bit, 192-kHz Audio D/A Converters
The DVD-9000 uses the Burr-Brown PCM-1704, high-performance 24-bit,
192-kHz D/A converters to faithfully and accurately convert high-quality 24-bit
data generated by AL24 Processing Plus. Each main channel(FL/FR) have
2 DACs per channel in a differential configuration, while the Center/Surround
Left/Surround Right/Subwoofer channels receive one per channel.
■Pure Direct Mode
The DVD-9000 includes two Pure Direct modes that further improves sound
quality. For example, during analog audio output, Pure Direct can turn off
digital signal outputs, video signal outputs, and the front panel display that
can easily influence the sound quality of the analog audio signals. The user
can define which operations are to be turned off and store those preferences
in memory.
■Layout for High Sound Quality
The DVD-9000's audio, video, digital, and power supply circuit boards have
been isolated into independent blocks to prevent mutual interference.
■Independent Power Supplies
Independent power supplies have been provided for the audio signal processing
block, the video signal block and other areas to eliminate mutual distortion with
other blocks. Clean supplies of power to the various circuits contribute to
high picture and sound quality.
■Specially Selected Parts for High Sound and Picture Quality
■Digital Bass Management
When playing multi-channel Dolby Digital, LPCM or DVD-Audio/MLP sources, it
is possible to preset speaker configurations and delay times.the crossover point
is fixed at 80 Hz with 12 dB high and 24 dB low pass filter slopes.
■DENON Digital Link
When the DVD-9000 is connected via a shielded twisted pair (STP), RJ-45
fitted cable to a Denon Digital Link compliant A/V receiver, the Denon Digital
Link interface enables high-grade LPCM 24-bit / 96-kHz / 6-channel or 24-bit
/ 192-kHz / 2-channel (*1) digital output. Since the Denon Digital Link uses
low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS), transfer capabilities of greater than
1.2 Gbps at a differential voltage of approximately 0.3 Vpp are possible. And
since signal transfer is balanced and voltage is lower than coaxial or unbalanced
cables, the Denon Digital Link is far less susceptible to radiated noise,
ensuring the highest level of signal transfer.
■HDCD Decoder
■DVD-R/RW (DVD-Video Recording Mode) Playback (*2)
■CD-R/RW (MP3 / JPEG) Playback (*2)
The DVD-9000 supports the CD-R/RW format. It plays finalized CD-R/RW discs
containing MP3 audio files. It also reads still photos in the JPEG format
taken by a digital camera.
■Kodak Picture CD
The DVD-9000 also plays Picture CDs (Kodak format only).
■RS-232C Port (Third-party system controls only)
Includes a RS-232C port to support an AMX, Crestron integrated control
system.
■Brilliant Black
DVD-9000 can pass below black video (PLUGE) via the progressive or interlace
video outputs for correct monitor setup and optimum picture quality.
■Self-illuminated GLO-KEY Remote Controller with Easy
Recognition Layout
The DVD-9000 comes equipped with a self-illuminating remote controller for
easy operation in a dark room.
*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*THX is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd.
*“Dolby”, “Dolby Digital”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D device are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
*DTS is registered trademarks of DTS Technology.
*HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital®and Pacific Microsonics TM are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
*PureProgressiveTM Technology brought to you by Silicon Image, Inc.
*NSV and Super Sub Alias Filter are registered trademarks of Analog Devices,Inc.
*Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.
Specifications
■Video Section
Disc played.......................... DVD Audio, DVD Video, DVD-R/RW (DVD Video), Video CD,
Music CD, CD-R/RW (AUDIO/MP3/JPEG), Picture CD
Video outputs....................... Composite Video Output: 1.0 Vp-p (with 75 ohms load)
S-Video Output: Y; 1.0 Vp-p (with 75 ohms load),
C; 0.286 Vp-p
Component Video Output: Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/Pr:
Y; 1.0 Vp-p (with 75 ohms load),
Cb/Pb; 0.648 Vp-p (with 75 ohms load),
Cr/Pr; 0.648 Vp-p (with 75 ohms load)
■Audio Section
Audio outputs ...................... 2 Sets Analog Front Channel (FL/FR) Ouput,
1 Set Analog Multi Channel (SL/SR/C/SW)Output,
1 Set Optical Digital Output,
1 Set Coaxial Digital Output,
1 Set DENON Digital Link
Audio inputs ........................ 1 Set Optical Digital Input,
1 Set Coaxial Digital Input
■General
Power supply ...................... AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Dimensions/weight ............. 434 (W) x 136 (H) x 411 (D) mm, 18.5 kg
17.1” (W) x 5.4” (H) x 16.2” (D), 40.8 lbs
NEW MODEL INFORMATION
DVD-9000
DENON ELECTRONICS (USA), INC. DENON, LTD.
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TEL: [phone] www.denon.ca
12810202 A No.2 Printed in Japan
(*1) If a 24-bit, 192-kHz sound source is copyright protected, the DVD player may convert the digital output.
(*2) Discs that have been poorly finalized following recording may be only partially playable or not playable at all.