Denon DRW-585 User manual

STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK
DRW-585
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODE D'EMPLOI
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION
FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 5 ~ PAGE 16
POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 17 ~ PAGE 28
PARA LECTORES DE ESPANOL PAGINA 29 ~ PAGINA 37

IMPORTANT TO SAFETY
WARNING:
TO PREVENT RRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
1. Handle the power supply cord carefully
Do not damage or deform the power supply cord. If it is damaged or
deformed, it may cause electric shock or malfunction when used. When
removing it from wall outlet, be sure to remove by holding the plug
attachment and not by pulling the cord.
2. Do not open the top cover
In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the top cover.
If problems occur, contact your DENON DEALER.
3. Do not place anything inside
Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside the cassette tape deck.
Electric shock or malfunction may result.
Please, record and retain the Model name and serial number of your set
shown on the rating label.
Model No. DRW-585 Serial No-
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 TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within
the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user of the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instruction in the literature accompanying the ap¬
pliance.
• FOR U S A- A CANADA MODEL ONLY
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) Pltfit
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT 8LADE
EXPOSURE.
• POUR LES MODELES AMERICANS ET CANADIENS UMQUEMENT
_ ATTENTION _ '
POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE
FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COU-
RANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES
PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE
PARTIE A DECOUVERT.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian In¬
terference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil num6rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Rdglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and
in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instruc¬
tions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be
used near water - for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used
only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer.
6A. An appliance and
cart combination
should be moved
with care. Quick
stops, excessive
force, and uneven
surfaces may cause
the appliance and cart
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended
by the manufacturer.
8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so
that its location or position does not interfere with its
proper ventilation. For example, the appliance
should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface that may block the ventilation openings; or,
placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or
cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings.
9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
10. P o w er Sources-The appliance should be connected
to a power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the ap¬
pliance.
combination to overturn.
11. G r ounding or Polarization - Precautions should be
taken so that the grounding or polarization means of
an appliance is not defeated.
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NIC SECTION 810 HI
GROUND CLAMPS
12. P o w e r - C o r d Protection - Power-supply cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on
or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, con¬
venience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the appliance.
14. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
15. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located
away from power lines.
16. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna
is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna
system is grounded so as to provide some protec¬
tion against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting struc¬
ture, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, loca¬
tion of antenna-discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See Figure A.
17. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance
should be unplugged from the outlet when left
unused for a long period of time.
18. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so
that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into
the enclosure through openings.
19. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should
be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normal¬
ly or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
20. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service
the appliance beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
CLECTRQOt SYSTEM
(NEC ART ISO, PART Ml
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NOTE ON USE/OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L'UTILISATION/NOTAS SOBRE EL USO
• Avoid high temperatures
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion
when installed on a rack.
• Eviter des temperatures dlevdes
Tenir compte d'une dispersion de
chaleur suffisante lors de ['installa¬
tion sur une dtagdre.
• Evite altas temperaturas
Permite la suficiente dispersidn del
calor cuando estd instalado en la con-
sola.
• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the
cord.
• Manipuler le cordon d'alimentation
avec precaution.
Tenir la prise lors du debranchem’ent
du cordon.
• Maneje el corddn de energfa con cui-
dado.
Sostenga el enchufe cuando desco-
necte el corddn de energi'a.
• Keep the set free from moisture, wa¬
ter, and dust.
• Protdger I'appareil contre I'humidite,
I'eau et la poussidre.
• Mantenga el equipo libre de hume-
dad, agua y polvo.
• Unplug the power cord when not us¬
ing the set for long periods of time.
• Ddbrancher le cordon d'alimentation
lorsque I'appareil n'est pas utilisd pen¬
dant de longues pdriodes.
• Desconecte el corddn de energfa
cuando no utilice el equipo por mucho
tiempo.
*(For sets with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d'adration.
• No obstruya los orificios de ventila-
cidn.
I'appareil.
• Do not let foreign objects in the set.
• Ne pas laisser des objets dtrangers
dans I'appareil.
• No deje objetos extrahos dentro del
equipo.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come in contact with the set.
• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecti¬
cides. du benzdne et un diluant avec
permita el contacto de insectici-
das, gasolina y diiuyentes con el equi¬
po.
• Never disassemble or modify the set
in any way.
• Ne jamais ddmonter ou modifier I'ap-
pareil d'une manidre ou d'une autre.
• Nunca desamne o modifique el equi¬
po de ninguna manera.

ENGLISH
Thank you very much for purchasing the DENON component stereo
cassette tape deck,
DENON proudly presents this advanced tape deck to audiophiles and
music lovers as a further proof of DENON's non-compromising pursuit of
the ultimate in sound quality. The high quality performance and easy
operation are certain to provide you with many hours of outstanding
listening pleasure.
— TABLE OF CONTENTS —
FEATURES. 5
CONNECTION. 5
NAMES AND FUNCTION OF PARTS. 6, 7
CASSETTE TAPES. 7
AUTOMATIC TAPE SELECTION . 8
PLAYBACK. 8
RELAY PLAY. 9
MUSIC SEARCH SYSTEM . 9
RECORDING . 10
PROPER RECORDING LEVEL. 11
RECORDING BIAS ADJUSTMENT. 11
REC/REC MUTE AND REC PAUSE BUTTON. 11
DIMMER ADJUSTMENT. 11
DUBBING .. 12
SYNCHRONIZED RECORDING FUNCTION . 12.13
TAPE COUNTER AND MEMORY STOP. 13
TIMER RECORDING/PLAYBACK. 14
DOLBY B AND C NOISE REDUCTION SYSTEM. 14
DOLBY HX-PRO HEADROOM EXTENSION SYSTEM . 15
MAINTENANCE. 15
TROUBLESHOOTING. 16
SPECIFICATIONS . 16
Please check to make sure the following items are included with the main
unit in the carton:
(1) Operating Instructions. 1
(2) Connection Cords . 2
(3) Mini-Plug Cable. 1
FEATURES_
■ Computer Controlled Mechanism
■ Dual Power Supply
■ Dolby HX-Pro Headroom Extension System
■ Dolby B & C Noise Reduction Systems
■ Manual Bias Adjustment Control
■ Dual Computing Tape Counter with 4-Digit Readout and Memory Stop
■ Music Search System
■ FL Peak Level Meters
■ Auto Tape Selector
■ 2-Speed Dubbing
■ Relay Playback
■ Synchronized Recording
■ Timer Play and Timer Recording
■ Optional Remote Controllable
■ Tape Lighting
CONNECTION_
• Leave your entire system (including this cassette deck) turned off until all connections between the deck and other components have been completed.
Receiver or amplifier DRW-585
■ Connecting the Deck to an Amplifier
• Before connecting the deck to your amplifier, please review your
amplifier's instruction manual.
• Use the white plugs for the left channel and red plugs for the right
channel.
■ Tape Dubbing
• Many stereo amplifiers and receivers have tape dubbing circuitry so
that tape duplication can be performed between two or more tape
decks. Review your amplifier's instruction manual for a full
explanation of this mode of operation.
■ Connecting Headphones
To listen through headphones, plug your headphones into the PHONES
jack.
■ Installation Precautions
If the deck is placed near an amplifier, TV or tuner, noise (induced hum)
or beat interference may result, especially during FM or AM reception.
If this occurs, place the deck further away from other components or
reorient its position.
— Caution-
A mechanical sound is heard the first time the power switch is set to
"ON" after the power cord is plugged into an outlet. This is the
sound of the cassette mechanism being set to the proper operating
state, and is normal.
(When using an AC outlet on a receiver or amplifier, used an
"UNSWITCHED" outlet.)
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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS
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Power Operation Switch
Press once to turn the power to deck on, and once more to turn the
power off.
The deck remains in a stand-by (non-operative) mode for approx¬
imately 2 seconds after it is switched on.
Eject Button ( A )
Press this button to open the cassette compartment cover. When
the tape is running, press the STOP ( ■ ) button first to stop tape
transport, then press the Eject button.
Counter Reset Button (COUNTER RESET)
Press this button to reset the tape counter to zero.
MPX Filter Button (MPX)
The MPX FILTER button should be used to prevent interference with
the Dolby NR circuit when making Dolby NR encoded recordings of
FM stereo programs.
When making Dolby NR encoded recordings from any program
source other than FM stereo, leave this button in the "OFF"
position.
Counter Memory Button (MEMORY)
When this button is pressed during forward tape travel (M, fast
rewinding ( 44 ) will stop automatically at the tape counter position
" 00 0 0 " .
When this button is pressed during reverse tape travel (0), fast
forwarding ( ►► ) will stop automatically at the tape counter position
" 0 000 " . See page 13.
Dolby NR Switch (DOLBY NR)
To record or playback tapes with Dolby B or C-type noise reduction,
set this switch to "B" or T. Turn it "OFF" when not using the
Dolby NR system.
Reverse Mode Switch (REV. MODE)
Select the type of tape transport. The reverse mode canbe set to
(one side), r^~)(continuous playback), RELAY (relay playback).
Dubbing Speed Buttons (DUBBING SPEED)
Pressing the NORMAL button starts regular speed dubbing from
deck A to deck B. Press the HIGH button to perform dubbing at
double speed. See page 12.
0 Bias Fine Control (BIAS FINE)
(For Normal, Cr0 2 and Metal tape)
Use this control to fine-adjust the bias. Standard bias is obtained at
the center click-stop position. See page 11.
4jj) Input Level Control (INPUT LEVEL)
This knob adjusts the recording input level. It affects the level in
both channels. See page 10.
0 Tape Lighting
The tape lighting makes it possible to clearly check the amount of tape
remaining.
® Cassette Compartment Cover
If the cover is not closed completely, the tape transport buttons will
remain inoperative.
<§) Headphone Jack (PHONES)
For private music enjoyment without disturbing others, or for
monitoring a recording, a headphone set may be connected to this
jack. Use a headphone with an impedance rating of 8 to 1200 ft/ohms.
0 Remote Sensor (REMOTE SENSOR)
With DRW-585 the remote control unit is not included.
Each of "PLAY, FF, REW, STOP, REC PAUSE and REC/REC MUTE"
functions can be remote controlled with wireless handset of the
receiver (DRA Series receivers). For details refer to'the DRA Series
operating instructions.
NOTE:
Note that only the A deck can be operated with remote control units
which have no A/B selector button.
-Caution:--
Whenever the power switch is in the OFF state, the apparatus is still
connected on AC line voltage.
Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a
vacation.
0 Timer Switch (TIMER)
This switch is provided for use with an optional audio timer for
unattended recording or morning-alarm playback.
For non-timer operation, this switch should be set in the "OFF"
position. See page 14.
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© Tape Transport Buttons
PLAY
Play Button
Press to playback tape.
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Stop Button
Press to stop the tape in any mode.
M
Fast Rewind Button
Press for fast rewind.
Fast Forward Button
Press for fast forwarding.
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REC/REC MUTE
(Deck B only)
Rec/Rec Mute
Button
Press the REC/REC MUTE (•) button and PLAY button simultaneously to start
recording. If only the REC/REC MUTE (•) button is pressed, the deck enters the
Recording Pause mode. Pressing this button in the Recording Pause mode will start
Auto Rec Mute, and a 5-second silent space is recorded onto the tape. See page 11.
II
REC PAUSE
(Deck B only)
Rec Pause Button
Press this button to enter the recording pause mode from the recording or recording
mute mode. This button can only be used during recording. See page 11.
Direction Button
Changes the'tape transport direction from forward to reverse “4", and vice versa.
® Display
Indicators with an encircled number light up when the corresponding button is pressed.
.Deck A Tape Transport Indicators
Peak Level Meter
Indicates the recording and playback
signal levels for the left and right channels.
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Deck A Tape Counter
-MPX Filter Indicator
- Remote Control Indicator
Deck A Memory Indicator
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■ Deck 8 Tape Counter
• Dubbing Speed Indicators
-Deck B Tape Transport Indicators
. Deck B Memory Indicator
■ S ynchro Rec Indicator See pages 12, 13
CASSETTE TAPES
■ Handling Precautions
• C-120 Cassettes
C-120 cassette tapes are not recommended as they use a very thin tape
base which may become tangled around the capstan or pinch roller.
• Tape Slack
Before putting a tape into the deck, take up any slack with a pencil or
your finger tip. This precaution prevents the tape from becoming
entangled around the capstan or pinch roller.
■ Storage Precautions
• Do not store cassette tapes in a place where they will be subject to:
• Extremely high temperature or excessive moisture
• Excessive dust
• Direct sunlight
• Magnetic fields (near TV sets or speakers)
• To eliminate tape slack, store your cassettes in cassette cases with hub
stops
■ Accidental Erasure Prevention
• All cassettes have erasure prevention tabs for each side. To protect
valuable recordings from accidental or inadvertent erasure, remove the
tab for the appropriate side with a screwdriver or another tool.
• To record on a tape whose erasure prevention tabs have been
removed, cover the tab holes with adhesive tape.
Erasure prevention tab for side B
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AUTOMATIC TAPE SELECTION
This Stereo Cassette Deck contains an automatic tape selector which
automatically selects the optimum bias and equalization for the tape in use.
This is accomplished by detection of the tape type detections holes in the
cassette housing.
PLAYBACK_
• The operations described below apply to deck A and deck B alike.
• Switch on your amplifier or receiver.
• Set the Tape Monitor switch on your amplifier or receiver to the TAPE position.
• The numbers in the illustration below depict the order in which operation steps are carried out.
© Press the POWER switch to the ON ( » ) position.
(D Press the EJECT ( — ) button to open the cassette compartment cover.
© Load the cassette tape and close the cassette compartment cover.
( 4 ) When listening to a tape that has been recorded with Dolby noise
reduction, set the DOLBY NR switch to match the system used at the
time of recording.
DOLBY NR
B OFF C
© Press the Direction (4 ► ) button to select the direction of tape
transport.
Transport Direction
Indicator
Forward . t>
Reverse
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® Select the type of tape transport with the REVERSE MODE switch.
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REV. MODE
Mode
Switch position
To listen to one side only
Z —' :
To listen to repeat playback
of both sides
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To listen to continuous play
back of both sides and both decks.
RELAY
© Press the PLAY button to begin playback.
© Press the stop ( ■ ) button to. stop the playback.
• In the continuous playback mode (REVERSE MODE set toC!!3),
playback of both tape sides will be repeated 5 times and then stop
automatically.
• If different types of Dolby noise reduction are used for record and
playback, playback response will be adversely effected.
• When power is turned off during tape transport, it may not be
possible to remove the cassette by pressing the EJECT ( — | button.
In this case, turn on power again before you press the EJECT ( — )
button.
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■ RELAY PLAY (continuous playback of the tapes in deck A and deck B)
• Load a cassette tape into deck A and B, and set the Dolby NR button correctly.
© REVERSE MODE set to "RELAY".
© Press the PLAY button of the deck you first wish to listen to.
© To stop relay play, press the stop ( ■ ) button of the deck currently
playing the tape.
• Relay play will play decks A and B in succession for 5 cycles, upon
which playback stops. When playback starts from deck B, when
switching to deck A, the first deck A playback cycle will be counted
as the second cycle. The completion of 5 cycles will always be at the
opposite side of the tape in deck B.
■ MUSIC SEARCH SYSTEM
The music search system detects blank sections (lasting for at least 4
seconds) between selections in order to locate the beginning of selections
in the forward or reverse direction,
1, To advance from the current selection to the beginning of the next
selection (CUE):
Press the PLAY button, keep it pressed in, and press the Fast Forward
( » ) button when the tape is travelling in the forward ( t> ) direction.
Press the PLAY button, keep it pressed in, and press the Rewind ( 44 )
button when the tape is travelling in the reverse ( <] ) direction.
The tape transport indicator flashes.
The deck will skip the rest of the current selection and automatically
resume play from the beginning of the next selection.
2. To repeat playback from the beginning of the current selection
(REVIEW):
Press the PLAY button, keep it pressed in, and press the Rewind ( 44 )
button when the tape is travelling in the forward ( t> ) direction.
Press the PLAY button, keep it pressed in, and press the Fast Forward
( » ) button when the tape is travelling in the reverse ( <3 ) direction.
The tape transport indicator flashes.
The deck will rewind the tape to the beginning of the current selection
and automatically resume play from that point.
This is very convenient for repeating playback of the current selection.
Notes on Music Search Operation:
The search functions operates by detecting comparatively long, blank
sections approximately 4 to 5 seconds long, in between recorded
selections. Therefore, the system may not operate normally in the
following cases:
• Recordings with discontinuous speech or conversation.
• Recordings with long periods of pianissimo (softly played music).
• Recordings with long silences.
• Blank sections with a high level of noise.
• Blank sections shorter than 4 seconds.
• If noise-emitting appliances, such as electric razors, drills, refrigerators,
etc., are operated nearby.
• REV close to the beginning of the program or CUE close to the ending.
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RECORDING (DECK B only)-
• Switch on your amplifier or receiver and the source component,
• Set the Tape Monitor switch on your amplifier or receiver to the SOURCE position.
(T) Press the POWER switch to the ON ( ) position.
© Load the cassette tape.
(Check that the erasure prevention tabs of the cassette housing have
not been broken off.)
© Move the DOLBY NR switch and select the Dolby NR type that suits the
recording. DOLBY NR
B OFF C
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Caution:
• Be careful not to erase important recordings by mistake. Inadvertent
start of recording wilt happen in the following cases:
1. If the PLAY button is pressed while the • indicator lights, recording
starts.
2. If the PLAY and REC/REC MUTE {•) button are pressed at the same
time, recording starts.
The best way to avoid accidental erasure is to break off the two erasure
prevention tabs on the cassette housing.
( 4 ) Press the Direction (4 ► ) button to select the direction of tape
transport.
® Select the type of tape transport with the REVERSE MODE switch.
Mode
Switch position
To record on only one side
To continuously record
on both sides
CD or RELAY
© Press the REC/REC MUTE (•) button to set the recording pause mode.
The ell indicator will light up.
® Adjust the recording level with the INPUT LEVEL control while watching
the Peak Level Meter
© Press the PLAY button to start the recording.
The PLAY (0 or t>) and the • indicator will light during recording.
© To pause the recording, press the REC PAUSE (II) button. Press the
PLAY button to resume recording.
© To stop recording, press the stop ( ■ ) button,
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■ PROPER RECORDING LEVEL
A too high recording level can saturate the tape and cause distortion.
On the other hand, if the recording level is set too low, soft passages
will be marked by residual noise A proper recording level is the single
most important factor for making well balanced recordings.
Guideline for maximum recording level
TYPE 1 (Normal) 0 dB level on peaks
TYPE II (CrO ? )
+ 1 dB level on peaks
TYPE IV (Metal) 4 3 dB level on peaks
Note: The optimum recording level differs depending on the program
source and the type of tape used.
■ RECORDING BIAS ADJUSTMENT
For best recording results, monitoring during recording and comparing
different recordings using your own judgement are essential.
The DENON cassette deck is equipped with a BIAS FINE control to
assist you in setting the proper bias for different types and brands of
tape. At the center stop-click position, the deck is set to the reference
bias level for Normal, Cr0 2 and Metal tape. If the resulting recording in
this position has too much or too little high frequency content,
adjusting the BIAS FINE control can be useful to achieve better results
BIAS FINE
If the high frequencies (treble sounds) are to be boosted, turn the BIAS
FINE control counter-clockwise to decrease the bias current. Turn the
control clockwise to increase bias current.
By the use of this control, you can record tapes with a frequency
response that will perfectly match your listening taste.
■ REC/REC MUTE AND REC PAUSE Button
1. To record a S-second blank section during recording:
Press the REC/REC MUTE (•) button. A 5-second blank will be
recorded and the deck will enter the recording standby mode.
2. To record a 5-second blank section during the recording standby mode:
Press the REC/REC MUTE (•) button from the recording standby
mode. A 5 second blank will be recorded and the deck will enter the
recording standby mode again.
3. To cancel recording of blank space:
Press the REC PAUSE (II) button. Blank space recording will be
cancelled and the deck enters the recording standby mode
4. To extend the blank section with another 5 seconds or more:
Simply press the REC/REC MUTE ( •) button and the blank section will
be increased with another 5 seconds.
■ DIMMER ADJUSTMENT
With the DRW-585, the brightness of the display can be adjusted in
seven steps.
To make the display brighter, press the B deck's fast forward ( )
button while holding in the 8 deck's STOP button.
To make the display dimmer, press the fast rewind ( 44 ) button while
holding in the STOP button.
The display is initially set to the maximum brightness.
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DUBBING (from deck A to deck B)-
• Switch on the amplifier or receiver.
• Set the Tape Monitor switch on your amplifier or receiver to the TAPE position.
© Press the POWER switch to the ON ( ) position.
© Load the cassette tape to be played in deck A and the one to be
recorded in deck B.
© Select the type of tape transport with the REVERSE MODE switch.
REV. MODE
Reverse mode
Operation
—
Dubbing is performed only for one side.
The decks stop when either deck A or B
reaches the end of the tape.
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The tape direction is reversed on each
deck when they reach the end of the tape.
(This is convenient for dubbing to a tape
with a different length.)
RELAY During dubbing of the side facing you, the
deck that first reaches the end of the tape
will stand by until the other deck reaches the
end of the tape, then both decks will reverse
the tape direction together.
(Depending on the manufacturer, the length of
tapes having the same recording time may differ
somewhat. Setting this mode permits the arrange¬
ment of the beginning portion of the opposite
side of the tape.)
©To begin normal speed dubbing, press the DU88ING SPEED NORMAL
button. The DUB indicator will light, at this time.
To high speed dubbing, press five U88ING SPEED HIGH button.
The HIGH indicator will light at time.
© To stop dubbing, press the st :» ( ■ ) button leek A or deck B.
• When deck A is in the buyback mode and deck B is in the stop
condition, setting deck B to t) recording pause mode will engage the
normal speed dubbing pause mode. Dubbing is then started by
pressing the PLAY button.
• When dubbing, the recording level and the Dolby NR recording will be
the same as those of the playback tape, regardless of the positions of
the INPUT LEVEL control and the DOLBY NR button.
• When listening to the playback sound during normal speed dubbing,
the DOLBY NR switch remains off even if it is pressed.
• The playback sound cannot be heard during high $pe@d dubbing.
• Operation using the REC/REC MUTE (•} and REC PAUSE (H) buttons of
deck B is permitted during normal s eed dubbing.
• Buttons other than the stop ( ■ ) button cannot be used during high
speed dubbing.
SYNCHRONIZED RECORDING FUNCTION-
• Convenient synchronized recording can be performed when used in
combination with a DENON CD player equipped for the synchronized
recording function.
• SYNCHRO Jack Connection Connect the SYNCHRO Jack with a DENON
CD player which is equipped with a SYNCHRO jack, then make a
synchronized recording. Use the connection cord supplied with this
cassette deck
• Switch on your amplifier or receiver and the CD player.
• Set the tape Monitor switch on your amplifier or receiver to the source
position.
CD PLAYER
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© Load the tape onto which you want to record into deck B, the disc you
want to record into the CD player.
© Following the recording instructions on page 10, set the Dolby NR
mode, the direction, the reverse mode and the input level.
© Set the CD player to the stop or pause mode.
© Press the REC/REC MUTE (•) button and REC PAUSE (II) button
simultaneously. The cassette deck and CD player are automatically set
to the synchronized recording mode. The "SYNC" indicator lights on
the cassette deck and the synchronized recording mode is indicated on
the CD player.
(For details, refer to the CD player's operating instructions.)
© To stop synchronized recording, press the stop button on deck B and
stop button on CD.
The synchronized recording mode is cancelled for both the cassette
deck and CD player.
© To stop synchronized recording temporarily, press the stop button on
the CD player. A 5-second blank space is created on the tape, after
which the recording pause mode is set. The "SYNC" indicator flashes.
To resume synchronized recording, press the PLAY button on the CD
player.
Note:
• If synchronized recording is started when the CD player is in a mode
other than the stop or pause mode or when no disc is set, the "SYNC"
indicator on the cassette deck flashes and the recording pause mode is
set until synchronized recording is possible on the CD player.
• In the synchronized recording mode, only the STOP button on deck B
will function.
Caution:
• Do not set the cassette deck to the synchronized recording mode when
the CD player is in the play mode. Also, do not turn off the power of the
cassette deck or the CD player during synchronized recording. Doing so
can result in malfunction.
• During the editing operation, when using the editing functions on the
CD player, be sure to select a tape with a sufficiently long recording
time.
For the CD player's editing functions, refer to the CD player's operating
instructions.
TAPE COUNTER AND MEMORY STOP
1) Operation of the Tape Counter
(1) Press the RESET button to reset the counter to "0000".
(2) By using the PLAY, FF, or REW functions, the reading of the
counter will change to indicate index position.
• During recording and playback operations, the counter is useful for
noting the location of existing programs or positions where
recording is to be started.
• The reading of this counter does not correspond with that of any
other deck.
(3) deck A and deck B have the memory of their own counter.
2) MEMORY STOP Operation
(1) During recording or playback, the Memory Stop feature can be
used to locate a particular point on the tape. Press the COUNTER
RESET button at the desired point.
(2) Then Press the COUNTER MEMORY button, the MEMO indicator
lights.
(3) W hen the Rewind < 44 ) button is pressed during forward tape
travel (t>), or the Fast Forward ( ► ► ) button is pressed during
reverse tape travel (<]), the tape is rapidly rewound (or advanced)
until the counter indication of "0000" is reached.
• The Memory Stop feature will rewind or forward the tape to within
-5 counts in the forward (0) direction (from "0000" to "-ooo5") and
to within +5 counts in the reverse (<]) direction (from "oooo" to
"0005"), After this, several seconds are required for corrective
operations.
• The Memory Stop function operates independently in both direc¬
tions for deck A and deck B.
Caution:
If the memory stop operation is performed after repeated fast-
forwarding or rewinding, the tape may not stop at the proper position.
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TIMER RECORDING/PLAYBACK-
Timer recording/playback can be made using any audio timer available on the market.
• Timer recording procedure
1. Make sure the connections are correct, especially the power supply
connections.
2. Turn "on" the power switch of each appliance.
3. Tune the desired station on the tuner.
4. Load the tape for recording. (Make sure the erase prevention tab is not
broken off; if it is, cover the hole with plastic tape).
5. Set the Oolby NR switch to the appropriate position.
6. Make sure the monitor switch to the SOURCE position.
7. Adjust the recording input level.
8. Set the starting position of the tape.
9. Set the timer switch (TIMER) to the "REC" side.
REC OFF PLAY
10. S et the audio timer to the desired time. The audio timer will turn the
power supply on at the desired time.
* With the above procedures; timer controlled recording can be made.
When the preset time comes, the power is supplied and the FM broadcast
can be recorded.
DOLBY B AND C NOISE REDUCTION SYSTEM_
■ The Dolby noise reduction system substantially reduces the tape
background noise (hiss) inherent in the cassette medium. Dolby B NR is
most widely in use. However Dolby C NR is a much more recent
development and represents significant improvements over Dolby B
NR.
■ Tape background noise consists primarily of high frequency informa¬
tion, which is particularly annoying during soft passages. The Dolby NR
system increases the level of low volume mid- and high-frequency
signals during recording and reduces the level of these signals by an
identical amount during playback. As a result, the playback signal is
identical to the original source, but the level of background noise
generated by the tape is greatly reduced.
• Timer playback procedure
1. Make sure the connections are correct, especially the power supply
connections. ' ***** i
2. Turn "on" the power switch of each appliance.
3. Load the pre-recorded tape to be played back.
4. Set the Dolby NR switches to the appropriate positions.
5. Set the monitor switch of the Amplifier to the TAPE position.
6 . Press the PLAY ( ► ) button and playback the tape; adjust the playback
level.
Press the stop ( ■ ) button.
7. Set the timer switch (TIMER) to the "PLAY" side.
REC OFF PLAY
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8 . S et the audio timer to the desired time. The audio timer will turn the
power supply on at the desired time.
• With the above procedures, timer playback can be accomplished. When
the preset time comes, the power is supplied and playback will start.
Note:
• Please read the operating instructions for the timer before use.
• If the timer recording or playback is not desired, be sure to switch the
timer switch (TIMER) to "OFF".
• When using timers that allow several "on/off" operations, timer start
functioning can continue an unlimited number of times until the tape in
the machine is finished.
■ The operating principle of Dolby C NR is similar to that of Dolby B NR
except for the encoding/decoding response curves. The noise reduc¬
tion effect obtained with Dolby C NR is up to 20 dB, compared to 10 dB
with Dolby B NR. fn addition, Dolby C NR uses an anti-saturation
network and spectral skewing circuitry for a significant improvement in
the dynamic range of the mid- to high-frequencies.
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DOLBY HX-PRO HEADROOM EXTENSION SYSTEM
This deck is equipped with the Dolby HX-PRO headroom extension system.
Since the system functions automatically during recording, no switching
operation or adjustment is required. The system is effective with any type
of Normal, Cr0 2 and Metal tape.
The Dolby HX-PRO headroom extension system functions during recording
to raise the saturation level in the treble range. Therefore, most of the
treble range components distorted or lost during recording on convention¬
al cassette decks are more faithfully recorded on the new DENON cassette
deck.
Features of the Dolby HX-PRO Headroom Extension System
(1 } Performance of Normal and CrO? tapes can be improved to very close
of that offered by Metal tape.
(2) The dynamics in the treble range are improved significantly.
(3) Since no decoding is necessary during playback, the improved sound
can be enjoyed on any type of tape deck, including portable players
and car audio systems.
(4) The system functions whether the Dolby B/C NR system is engaged
or not.
MAINTENANCE
■ Head Cleaning
After long usage, tape coating or dust may adhere to the heads, causing
deterioration of sound. Therefore, the parts depicted in the illustration
should be cleaned regularly. Use a cotton swab moistened with a tape
head cleaning solution (such as alcohol).
Note:
1. Some cleaning cassettes on the market have strong abrasive effects
and may scratch the heads. Always use cotton swabs instead of
cleaning cassettes.
2. Since the use of metal tape is apt to collect more dust on the heads, the
heads should be cleaned more often to enjoy the best possible sound.
■ Cleaning the Pinch Rollers and Capstans
If the pinch rollers or capstans accumulate dust, tape transport may
become unstable, as a result from slippage, during recording or
playback. The tape can also be damaged if it gets entangled in the
capstan.
Clean these parts with a cotton swab or a soft cloth moistened with a
tape head cleaning solution (such as alcohol).
■ Demagnetizing the Heads
The heads will become magnetized after long usage or if strongly
magnetized objects are brought near them. The result is a generation of
noise, loss of the high frequency range, and in extreme cases erasure of
treble components on pre-recorded tapes in combination with added
noise.
Thus, the heads should be demagnetized at regular intervals. (Head
demagnetizers are separately available from your dealer.)
■ How to Demagnetize the Tape Heads
1. Turn off the power.
2. Turn on the demagnetizer while it is at least 30 cm away from the
heads. Bring the demagnetizer near the heads and slowly move it in
small circles four or five times in front of each head, making sure
you do not touch them.
3. Slowly move the demagnetizer away and turn it off when it is at
least 30 cm away from the heads.
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TROUBLESHOOTING_ : 1 ' ' ■ ' __
Check the following before you draw the conclusion that your Stereo Cassette Deck is malfunctioning.
1. Are all the connections correct? : ' • * '
2 . Are all system components being operated correctly in accordance with the operating instructions?
3. Are the speakers and amplifier/receiver functioning correctly?
If the tape deck still does not function properly, check the symptom against the list below. If the symptom does not correspond to the check list, please contact
your DENON dealer. f F mj-c- -•?
Problem
Cause Remedy
Tape does not run
• Power cord is disconnected.
• Tape is loose.
• Cassette is not loaded properly.
• Defective cassette.
• Check power cord.
• Tighten tape with a pencil, etc.
• Load cassette properly.
• Replace cassette. *
Tape is not recorded when REC/REC MUTE (•)
button is pressed.
• No cassette is loaded.
• Erase prevention tabs are broken off.
• Load cassette.
• Cover holes with adhesive tape- ^ ; . t
Sound is warbled and distorted.
• Heads, capstan or pinch roller are dirty.
• Tape is wound too tight.
• Recording input level is too high.
• Tape is worn out and has "drop-outs".
• Clean them.
• Fast forward or rewind to loosen tape
winding.
• Adjust recording input level;
• Replace tape.
Excessive noise
• Tape is worn.
• Heads, capstan or pinch roller are dirty.
• Heads are magnetized.
• Recording input level is too low.
• Replace them.
• Clean them.
• Demagnetize heads.
• Adjust recording input level
High frequency range (treble) is emphasized.
• Dolby NR switch is set improperly.
• Set Dolby NR Switch properly.
High frequency range (treble) is lost.
• Heads are dirty.
• Tape is worn.
• Clean them.
• Replace tape.
The cassette tape cannot be removed.
• If the POWER switch is turned off either
during recording or playback and the unit is
stopped, there may be cases when the
cassette cannot be removed, even if the
EJECT ( ± ) button is pressed.
• Turn the POWER switch ON. (-—-) again, and
then press the STOP ( ■ ) button.
• Now, press the EJECT ( A ) button to
remove the cassette tape.
SPECIFICATIONS
Type
Vertical tape loading; 4-track 2-channel
Input
stereo double cassette deck
LINE
80 mV (-20 dBm) input level at maximum
Heads
Play back head x 1 recording/playback head x 1
Input impedance: 50 kQ /kohms unbalanced
Erase head (Double-gap ferrite) x 1
Output
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Motors
DC servo motor x 2
LINE
775 mV (0 dB) output level at maximum
Tape Speed
4.8 cm/sec.
(with 47 kQ / kohms load, recorded level of
Fast Forward,
200pwb/mm!
Rewind Time
Approx. 110 sec. with a C-60 cassette
PHONES
1.2 mW output level at maximum
Recording Bias
Approx 105 kHz
(optimum load impedance »
Overall S/N Ratio
8 Q /ohms — 1.2 kQ /kohms)
(at 3% THD level)
Dolby C NR on: more than 74 dB (CCIR/ARM)
Power Supply
60 Hz, voltage is shown on rating label
Overall Frequency
Power Consumption
16 W —
Response
20 ~ 17,000 Hz ±3 dB (at -20 dB, Metal tape)
Dimensions
434 (W) x 135 (H) x 263 (D) mm
Channel Separation
More than 40 dB (at 1 kHz)
(17-3/32" x 0-00/00" x 00-00/00")
Wow & Flutter
0.08% WRMS, ±0.14% w. peak
Weight
4.0 kg (00 lbs)
• Above specifications and design are
subject to change without prior
notice.
Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. HX Pro originated by
Bang & Olufsen.
"DOLBY", the double-D symbol DO and "HX PRO" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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