Denon DNP-730AE User manual

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DNP-730AE
NETWORK AUDIO PLAYER
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 5
Inserting the batteries 6
Operating range of the remote control unit 6
Features 7
High quality sound 7
High performance 7
Part names and functions 9
Front panel 9
Rear panel 10
Remote control unit 12
Connections
Connecting an amplifier 17
Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors 18
Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port 19
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 21
Wired LAN 21
Wireless LAN 22
Connecting to the IR control connector 24
Connecting the power cord 25
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Playback
Basic operation 27
Turning the power on 27
Selecting the input source 27
Listening to Internet Radio 28
Listening to Internet Radio 29
Using vTuner to add Internet Radio stations to favorites 30
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 32
Applying media sharing settings 33
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 34
Favorite function 36
Registering stations or files to the favorites list 37
Calling stations or files from the favorites list 37
To switch between registered stations and files during playback 37
Deleting stations or files from the favorite list 37
Playing an iPod 38
Listening to music on an iPod 39
Setting operation mode (Browse iPod mode) 40
Charging the iPod/iPhone 41
Playing a USB memory device 42
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 43
AirPlay function 45
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 45
Playing iTunes music with this unit 46
Selecting multiple speakers (devices) 46
Spotify Connect function 47
Playing Spotify music with this unit 47
Remote play function 48
Settings required for each device 49
Web control function 51
Controlling the unit from a web control 51
Convenience functions 55
Sleep timer function 56
Switching the display’s brightness 56
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Settings
Menu map 57
Menu operation 59
Inputting characters 60
Using the number buttons 60
Using the cursor buttons 61
General 62
Language 62
Auto-Standby 62
Usage Data 63
Firmware 63
Network 66
Network Information 66
Network Control 66
Friendly Name 67
Settings 67
Tips
Tips 75
Troubleshooting 76
Resetting factory settings 84
Appendix
Playing back USB memory devices 85
Playing back Internet Radio 87
Playing back files stored on PC or NAS 88
Last function memory 89
Explanation of terms 90
Trademark information 95
Specifications 96
Index 99
License 101
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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 Notes on radio Power cord
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Audio cable IR control cable Remote control unit
(RC-1197)
R03/AAA batteries
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Inserting the batteries
1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
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2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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R03/AAA batteries
3Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
0When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, following the
q and w marks in the battery compartment.
0To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
0Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
0Do not use two different types of batteries.
0Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
0If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.
Operating range of the remote control
unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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30°
Approx. 7 m
30°
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Features
High quality sound
0Audio circuit inherited from high-end devices
Emulating the audio circuit of a high-end SACD player, this unit provides
performance and sound quality that far exceeds its class.
0Equipped with jitter-reducing circuit
This unit is equipped with a jitter reducing circuit to achieve even higher
definition playback. This enables you to enjoy outstanding S/N with
playback that gives you an even more live-sounding listening
experience.
0High sound quality electrolytic capacitor
The unit’s features the same audiophile-grade Denon original high
sound quality electrolytic capacitor specifically used in top-range
models.
High performance
0Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks
This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as
DSD and FLAC 192 kHz files. It provides high quality playback of high
resolution files.
0Support for High Quality Audio playback
WAV/FLAC/ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec)/AIFF/DSD
0Plays USB memory devices (MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC/ALAC/
AIFF/DSD) and iPod®/iPhone®
0DLNA ver. 1.5 support for audio networks
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0Support for Gapless playback
Playback with no gap between music files. (for WAV/FLAC/ALAC/
AIFF/DSD only)
0Smart charging control automatically starts charging, and then
optimizes power consumption according to the state of this unit
when an iPod® is connected
0Compatible with Denon “Hi-Fi Remote” App for performing basic
operations of the unit with an iPad®, iPhone® or Android
smartphone
0OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display that can display 3
lines
0Equipped with auto standby mode function that reduces power
consumption
0Equipped with a REMOTE CONTROL port that enables operation
of the newest Denon CD players and integrated amplifiers via
apps
0Equipped with a Wi-Fi function that supports Wi-Fi Sharing and
WPS
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Part names and functions
Front panel
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5V/1A
SOURCE
qtiyurew
APower operation button (X)
Turns power to this unit on and off (standby).
BPower indicator
The power indicator changes as shown below according to the status
of the unit.
0Power on : Green
0Normal standby : Off
0When “Network Control” is set to “On” : Red
(v p. 66)
0iPod charge standby : Red
(v p. 41)
CRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 6)
DDisplay
Various information is displayed here.
EInput source select button (SOURCE)
Selects the input source.
FCursor buttons (uio p)
These select items.
GPlayback/Pause/ENTER button (1/3/ENTER)
Plays back and pauses tracks, and enters the selected content.
HUSB port
Used to connect iPod or USB memory devices. (v p. 19)
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Rear panel
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RL
AUDIO OUT
OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OPTICAL
WPS IR
NETWORK
AC IN
WI-FI
CONNECT
OUT
IR
CONTROL
iOS
WI-FI
CONNECT
TO DENON
DCD OR PMA
qwertyuiq
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RL
AUDIO OUT
OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OPTICAL
WPS IR
NETWORK
AC IN
WI-FI
CONNECT
OUT
IR
CONTROL
iOS
WI-FI
CONNECT
TO DENON
DCD OR PMA
qwertyuiq
ARod antennas for wireless LAN
Stand this antenna upright when connecting to a network via wireless
LAN. (v p. 22)
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90°
320°
320°
90°
The antenna clip can be removed from the rear panel.
ARotate the antenna clip 90 degrees to the left.
BPull the antenna clip out towards yourself.
0The antenna clip is needed when transporting this unit. Keep it in a safe
place.
0Attach the antenna clip by following the steps for removing it in reverse.
BAUDIO OUT connectors
Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio inputs connectors
or an external pre-main amplifier. (v p. 17)
CDIGITAL AUDIO OUT connector
Used to connect an AV receiver or D/A converter equipped with digital
audio input connectors. (v p. 18)
DWi-Fi Connect Button (Wi-Fi CONNECT WPS)
Connects to a wireless LAN.
(See the separate “Quick Start Guide”.)
EIR CONTROL OUT connector
Connects to a Denon amplifier or CD player that is equipped with a
REMOTE CONTROL jack. (v p. 24)
FNETWORK connector
Used to connect this unit to the network. (v p. 21)
GWi-Fi Connect Button (Wi-Fi CONNECT iOS)
Connects to iOS.
(See the separate “Quick Start Guide”.)
HAC inlet (AC IN)
Used to connect the supplied power cord. (v p. 25)
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Remote control unit
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AMP
AMP
MODE
MODE
SETUP
SETUP
INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
TOP MENU
TOP MENU
SEARCH
SEARCH
VOLUME
VOLUME
FAVORITES
FAVORITES
DIMMER
DIMMER
REP
REPE
AT
ATRA
NDOM
NDOM
SLEEP
SLEEP
. / ABC DEF
JKL
PQRS TUV WXYZ
* CLEAR
CLEAR
1 2 3
5
7 8 9
+10
+10 0
MUTE
MUTE
AMP
AMP
POWER
POWER
POWER
POWER
GHI MNO
4 6
ADD
ADD
CALL
CALL
INFO
INFO
iPo
iPod/
USB
USB
MUSIC
MUSIC
SERVER
SERVER
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NTE
NTERNET
RA
DIO
DIO
ENTER
ENTER
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t
r
y
e
oOperating this unit
ASignal transmitter
This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 6)
BPOWER button (X)
This turns the power on/standby. (v p. 27)
CInput source select buttons
These select the input source. (v p. 27)
DFAVORITES ADD / CALL buttons
0To add radio stations or files to the favorite list, press the ADD
button. (v p. 37)
0To call up a radio station or file registered in the favorite list, press
the CALL button. (v p. 37)
ESystem buttons
These perform playback related operations. (v p. 34, 40, 43)
0Reverse-skip / Forward-skip buttons (8, 9)
0Play/pause button (1/3)
0Fast-reverse / Fast-forward buttons (6, 7)
0Stop button (2)
FInformation button (INFO)
This switches display items such as the album name and title name in
the playback screen.
(v p. 30, 34, 40, 43)
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AMP
AMP
MODE
MODE
SETUP
SETUP
INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
TOP MENU
TOP MENU
SEARCH
SEARCH
VOLUME
VOLUME
FAVORITES
FAVORITES
DIMMER
DIMMER
REP
REPE
AT
ATRA
NDOM
NDOM
SLEEP
SLEEP
. / ABC DEF
JKL
PQRS TUV WXYZ
* CLEAR
CLEAR
1 2 3
5
7 8 9
+10
+10 0
MUTE
MUTE
AMP
AMP
POWER
POWER
POWER
POWER
GHI MNO
4 6
ADD
ADD
CALL
CALL
INFO
INFO
iPo
iPod/
USB
USB
MUSIC
MUSIC
SERVER
SERVER
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NTE
NTERNET
RA
DIO
DIO
ENTER
ENTER
Q2
Q3
u
o
i
Q0
Q1
GTOP MENU button
To back to the top of the menu. (v p. 59)
HENTER button
This determines the selection.
ICursor buttons (uio p)
These select items.
JSEARCH button
This displays the search menu. (v p. 30, 34, 43)
KNumber buttons (0 – 9, +10)
These enter letters or numbers into the unit. (v p. 60)
LRANDOM button
Switches the random playback. (v p. 34, 40, 43)
MREPEAT button
Switches the repeat playback. (v p. 34, 40, 43)
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AMP
AMP
MODE
MODE
SETUP
SETUP
INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
TOP MENU
TOP MENU
SEARCH
SEARCH
VOLUME
VOLUME
FAVORITES
FAVORITES
DIMMER
DIMMER
REP
REPE
AT
ATRA
NDOM
NDOM
SLEEP
SLEEP
. / ABC DEF
JKL
PQRS TUV WXYZ
* CLEAR
CLEAR
1 2 3
5
7 8 9
+10
+10 0
MUTE
MUTE
AMP
AMP
POWER
POWER
POWER
POWER
GHI MNO
4 6
ADD
ADD
CALL
CALL
INFO
INFO
iPo
iPod/
USB
USB
MUSIC
MUSIC
SERVER
SERVER
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NTE
NTERNET
RA
DIO
DIO
ENTER
ENTER
Q5
Q6
Q7
Q8
Q4
NMODE button
This switches the operation mode. (v p. 40)
OSETUP button
The setting menu is displayed on the display. (v p. 59)
PCLEAR button
This cancels the settings. (v p. 37, 61)
QDIMMER button
Adjust the display brightness of this unit. (v p. 56)
RSLEEP button
This sets the sleep timer. (v p. 56)
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AMP
AMP
MODE
MODE
SETUP
SETUP
INPUT SELECT
INPUT SELECT
TOP MENU
TOP MENU
SEARCH
SEARCH
VOLUME
VOLUME
FAVORITES
FAVORITES
DIMMER
DIMMER
REP
REPE
AT
ATRA
NDOM
NDOM
SLEEP
SLEEP
. / ABC DEF
JKL
PQRS TUV WXYZ
* CLEAR
CLEAR
1 2 3
5
7 8 9
+10
+10 0
MUTE
MUTE
AMP
AMP
POWER
POWER
POWER
POWER
GHI MNO
4 6
ADD
ADD
CALL
CALL
INFO
INFO
iPo
iPod/
USB
USB
MUSIC
MUSIC
SERVER
SERVER
I
NTE
NTERNET
RA
DIO
DIO
ENTER
ENTER
r
e
q
w
oAmplifier operations
AInput source select buttons (INPUT SELECT df)
BMUTE button (: )
CAMP POWER button (X)
DAmplifier volume adjustment buttons (VOLUME df)
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oContents
Connecting an amplifier 17
Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors 18
Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port 19
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 21
Connecting to the IR control connector 24
Connecting the power cord 25
NOTE
0Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
0Do not bundle power cords with connection cables. Doing so can result in noise.
oCables used for connections
Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect.
Audio cable (supplied)
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R
L
R
L
IR control cable (supplied)
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Optical cable
(Sold separately) .
LAN cable (Sold separately)
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Connecting an amplifier
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OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OPTICAL
WPS IR
NETWORK
AC IN
WI-FI
CONNECT
OUT
IR
CONTROL
iOS
WI-FI
CONNECT
TO DENON
DCD OR PMA
RL
AUDIO OUT
RL
RL
AUDIO
LR
IN
Amplifier
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Connecting to a device with digital audio input connectors
Use this connection to output digital audio signals from this unit, and convert the signals for playback using the D/A converter of a connected device.
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RL
AUDIO OUT
WPS IR
NETWORK
AC IN
WI-FI
CONNECT
OUT
IR
CONTROL
iOS
WI-FI
CONNECT
TO DENON
DCD OR PMA
OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
OPTICAL
OPTICAL
IN
AV receiver /
D/A converter
Signals with a sampling frequency of 32 kHz and DSD signals cannot be output from the Digital Audio Out connector of this unit.
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Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port
You can enjoy music stored on an iPod/iPhone or USB memory device.
0To connect an iPod/iPhone to this unit, use the USB adapter cable that was supplied with the iPod/iPhone.
0For operating instructions, see “Playing an iPod” (v p. 38) or “Playing files stored on USB memory devices” (v p. 43).
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5V/1A
SOURCE
or
iPod
USB memory
device
0Denon 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
0USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
0It is not possible to use this unit by connecting the unit’s USB port to a PC via a USB cable.
0Do not use an extension cable when connecting a USB memory device. This may cause radio interference with other devices.
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oSupported iPod/iPhone models
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• iPod classic
• iPod nano
• iPod touch
• iPhone
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