CD AUTO CHANGER
DCM-290
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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2 NOTE ON USE
FCC INFORMATION (For US custom ers)
1. PRODUCT
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this
manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by
DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
• Keep the apparatus free from moisture, water, and
dust.
3. NOTE
• Do not let foreign objects into the apparatus.
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed
in a rack.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or
an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the
apparatus for long periods of time.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come
in contact with the apparatus.
This Class B apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
Copyrights
It is prohibited by law to reproduce, broadcast, rent or play discs in public
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without the consent of the copyright holder.
La reproduction, la diffusion, la location, le prêt ou la lecture publique de ces
disques sont interdits sans le consentement du détenteur des droits
d’auteur.
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• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
De acuerdo con las leyes está prohibido reproducir, emitir, alquilar o
interpretar discos en público sin la autorización del propietario de los
derechos de autor.
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* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Never disassemble or modify the apparatus in any
way.
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Getting Started
Before using
Getting Started
• Rem ove tw o shipping screw s.
At the bottom of the player there are
two red shipping screws for use when
the player is transported. Before using
the player, turn these screws
counterclockwise and remove them.
If the shipping screws are still in place
and the power is turned on, the disc tray
Thank you for purchasing this DENON CD Player. Please read the operation instructions thoroughly in order to acquaint yourself with the CD
player and achieve maximum satisfaction from it.
Be sure to keep these instructions for future reference, should any questions or problems arise.
Contents
will not open. If this happens, turn off the power, unplug the power
supply cord from the power outlet and remove the shipping screws.
Retain these screws as they will be needed when the player is
transported.
Before transporting the player, take out the discs, close the disc tray,
turn off the power after “0 000 00:00” is displayed and unplug the
power supply cord from the power outlet. Then install the shipping
screws by turning them clockwise. Be sure to fasten them securely.
Getting Started
Operation
Accessories ······················································································1
Before using ················································································1, 2
About discs
Turning the pow er on·····································································7
Opening and closing the draw er and loading a disc ··················7
Starting playback············································································8
To stop playback ·············································································8
Various playback functions
Playing the desired disc and desired track [Direct play] ················8
To move to the next disc during playback ·····································8
To pause playback··········································································8
Automatic search ···········································································8
Manual search················································································9
Programmed play···········································································9
Random play ················································································10
Repeat play ··················································································10
Other functions ············································································10
Discs usable on this set·································································2
Before playing MP3 or WMA (Windows Media® Audio) files ······2
Holding discs··················································································2
Loading discs ·················································································2
Cautions on loading discs ······························································3
Cautions on handling······································································3
Cautions on storing discs·······························································3
Cleaning discs ················································································3
About the rem ote control unit
• Handle the pow er 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 disconnecting the power supply cord from the wall outlet,
hold the plug and do not pull on the cable.
Inserting the batteries····································································3
Operating range of the remote control unit···································3
Part nam es and functions
• 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.
Front panel ·····················································································4
Display····························································································4
Rear panel ······················································································5
Remote control unit ·······································································5
• Do not place anything inside.
Prevent metal objects from entering the CD player and avoid spilling
liquids on it.
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Troubleshooting ············································································
Specifications ················································································
Electric shock or malfunction may result.
• Cautions on m oving.
First, if a disc is loaded, eject it, then turn off the power, unplug the
power supply cord from the power outlet and disconnect the
connection cables with other devices.
Connections
Accessories
Cable indications ············································································6
Analog connections ········································································6
Digital connections ·········································································6
Connecting the pow er supply cord ··············································6
Check that the following parts are attached in addition to the main
unit:
• Cautions on using m obile phones.
Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so, move
the mobile phone away from this unit when using it.
q Operating instructions .............................................................1
w Service station list....................................................................1
e Remote control unit (RC-1033)................................................1
r R03/AAA batteries ...................................................................2
t Pin-plug cable (Cable length: Approx. 39-3/8 ft 1 m)...............1
y Power supply cord (Cable length: Approx. 78-47/64 ft 2 m) ...1
• Store these instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty card in
a safe place.
• Note that the illustrations in these instructions m ay differ from
the actual unit for explanation purposes.
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Getting Started
Getting Started
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NOTE:
NOTE:
Before playing MP3 or WMA (Window s Media
Audio) files
• Multisession and CD-R/CD-RW discs that have not been
completely written can be played, but we recommend using
discs closed after a maximum of 10 sessions or discs that have
been completed.
• The maximum number of files and folders playable is 512 (total
of the number of folders and files). The maximum number of
folders is 256.
• Copyright-protected WMA files cannot be played. (“– – : – –” is
displayed. Use the 8/6 or 7/9 button on the main
unit (the 8or 9button on the remote control unit) to select
a different file.)
• This CD player uses a semiconductor laser. To ensure stable
operation, it is recommended to use the set indoors at a
temperature of 5°C (41°F) ~ 35°C (95°F).
There are many music distribution sites on the Internet allowing you
to download music files in MP3 or WMA format. The music (files)
downloaded from such sites can be stored on CD-R or CD-RW discs
and played on the this CD player.
“Windows Media” and “Windows” are registered trademarks or
trademarks in the United States and other countries of the Microsoft
Corporation of the United States.
About discs
Discs usable on this set
According to copyright law s, recordings you have m ade
should only be used for your personal enjoym ent and m ust
not be used in other w ays w ithout the consent of the
copyright holder.
Music CDs
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Discs with the mark at the right can be used on
this set.
Note however that discs with special shapes
(heart-shaped discs, octagonal discs, etc.) cannot
be played. Do not attempt to play them, as doing
so could damage the set.
Holding discs
NOTE:
• This CD player is compatible with “MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3”
standards (sampling frequency of 44.1 and 48 kHz). It is not
compatible with “MPEG-2 Audio Layer-3”, “MPEG-2.5 Audio
Layer-3”, MP1 or MP2 standards.
Do not touch the signal surface.
• The signals are output with a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz.
• When writing MP3 files on a CD-R or CD-RW disc, set the writing
software’s format to “ISO9660 Level 1”. The files may not play
properly if they are recorded in other formats. Also note that with
some writing software it is not possible to record in ISO9660
format. If so, use a different program allowing you to record in
ISO9660 format.
• With MP3 files, the higher the bit rate, the better the sound
quality. The compatible bit rate range is 32 to 320 kbps for MP3
files, 64 to 160 kbps for WMA files. We recommend using MP3
files with bit rates of 128 kbps or greater on the this CD player.
• Be sure to add the extensions “.MP3” or “.WMA” to MP3 or
WMA files, respectively. Files with extensions other than
“.MP3” or “.WMA” or files without extensions cannot be
played. (On Macintosh computers, MP3 files can be played by
giving the extension “.MP3” after the file name consisting up a
maximum of 8 alphanumeric characters and storing the files on a
CD-R or CD-RW disc.)
Loading discs
CD-R/ CD-RW
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• Set the disc with the labeled side facing up.
• Some discs and some recording formats may not be playable.
• Non-finalized discs cannot be played.
• Make sure the disc tray is fully open when inserting the disc.
• Place the discs flatly, 12 cm discs in the outer tray guide (Figure 1),
8 cm discs in the inner tray guide (Figure 2).
Finalization:
Finalization is the process that makes recorded CD-R/CD-RW discs
playable on compatible players.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Outer tray guide
12 cm discs
Inner tray guide
8 cm discs
• This CD player is not compatible with packet write software or
playlists.
• The time may not be displayed properly when searching or
pausing during variable bit rate playback.
• Place 8 cm discs in the inner tray guide without using an adapter.
• The time display cannot be switched “TOTAL REMAIN” using
the TIME button on the remote control unit.
• “0 000 00:00” is displayed if no disc is loaded, if a disc that cannot
be played is loaded or if the disc is loaded upside-down.
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Getting Started
Notes on batteries:
Cautions on loading discs
Cleaning discs
• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate
even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the unit.
(The attached batteries are only for verifying operation.)
• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper
direction, following the “<” and “>” marks in the battery
compartment.
• To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
• Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
• Do not use two different types of batteries.
• Only load one disc per tray at a time. Loading two or more discs per • If there are fingerprints or dirt on discs, wipe them off before using
tray can damage the set or scratch the discs.
• Do not use cracked or warped discs or discs that have been repaired
with adhesive, etc.
the disc. If not the sound quality could be reduced and the sound
may be broken.
• Use a commercially available disc cleaning set or a soft cloth to clean
discs.
• Do not use discs on which the sticky part of cellophane tape or
labels is exposed or on which there are traces of where labels have
been removed. Such discs could get caught inside the player and
damage it.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries
in flames.
• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the
inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.
• Remove the batteries from the remote if it will not be in use for
long periods.
Cautions on handling
• Do not get fingerprints, oil or dirt on discs.
• Take special care not to scratch discs when removing them from
their cases.
Do not wipe with a circular motion.
Gently wipe the disc from the
inside towards the outside.
• Do not bend or heat discs.
• Do not enlarge the hole at the center.
• Do not write on the labeled (printed) surface with ball-point pens,
pencils, etc., or stick new labels on discs.
• Water droplets may form on discs if they are moved suddenly from
a cold place (outdoors for example) to a warm place, but do not try
to dry them off using a hairdryer, etc.
Operating range of the rem ote control unit
NOTE:
• Do not use record spray, antistatic agents, or benzene, thinner or
other solvents.
• Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating
it.
• The remote control unit can be used from a distance of up to about
8 meters, at a horizontal angle of up to 30° with respect to the
sensor.
About the rem ote control unit
Cautions on storing discs
Inserting the batteries
• Be sure to remove discs after using them.
• Be sure to store discs in their cases to protect them from dust,
scratches, warping, etc.
• Do not store discs in the following places:
1. Places exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time
2. Dusty or humid places
q Remove the remote control w Set two R03/AAA batteries in
unit’s rear cover.
the battery compartment in
the indicated direction.
30°
30°
3. Places exposed to heat from heating appliances, etc.
Approx. 8 m
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NOTE:
• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote
sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.
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Getting Started
DISC SKIP button
Loading Draw er
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Part nam es and functions
Each time this button is pressed, the carousel
will rotate in a clockwise direction to the next
tray position. This allows for loading or
unloading of discs.
This button is also used to select the next disc,
in the normal play continuously.
OPEN/ CLOSE button (5)
• Press this button when opening.
• The drawer is opened toward the front.
• Press the button again to close the drawer.
Discs can be loaded and unloaded when this
drawer is open. Do not force the drawer closed
by hand.
For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
PHONES jack
Front panel
For private listening, you can connect your
headphones (commercially available)to this
jack.
Disc Trays (1 ~ 5)
One disc per tray can be loaded.
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Autom atic/ Manual Search Reverse button
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(8/ 6)
• Press this button to return the pickup to the
beginning of the present track. Press again to
return to other tracks.
• Keep on pressing this button for more than 0.5
seconds during playback for fast reverse
search.
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POWER sw itch
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Disc indicator
Play indicator
Pause indicator
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20-track m usic calender
Tim e indicator
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• Press once to turn the power on.
• If a disc is loaded when the power is turned on,
playback starts automatically.
Autom atic/ Manual Search Forw ard button
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Tim e display m ode indicator
Track num ber indicator
• Press this button to move the pickup forward to
the beginning of the next track. Press again to
move ahead to other tracks.
• Keep on pressing this button for more than 0.5
seconds during playback for fast forward
search.
Playing disc indicator
• HDCD indicator (DCM-390 only)
Rem ote control sensor
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This sensor receives the infrared light
transmitted from the wireless remote control
unit.
Rem ote control signal receive indicator
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REPEAT button
Stop button (2)
Press this button to stop playback.
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, HDCD , High Definition Compatible Digital and Microsoft are either registered
Press this button for repeated playback. The
“REPEAT” indicator appears on the display.
Three types of repeat modes are available.(
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trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
HDCD system manufactured under license from Microsoft Corporation, Inc. This product is covered
by one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168, 5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274,
5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia: 669114. Other patents pending.
Pause button (3)
Press this button to stop play temporarily.
Play button (1 PLAY)
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RANDOM button
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• “Windows Media ”, “Windows ”are a trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, Inc.
Press this button to play a disc.
Press this button to begin random play.
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Rear panel
Rem ote control unit
DCM-390 only
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OPEN/ CLOSE button
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Num ber buttons
(7, 8)
(0 ~ 9, +10)
(8, 9)
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CLEAR button
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DIRECT button
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(9)
(9)
(9)
(9)
(8)
CALL button
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PROGRAM button
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q RS-232C term inal (DCM-390 only)
t COAXIAL term inal
DISC SKIP (+/ –) buttons
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DISC SELECT button
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This is a terminal for future system expansion.
This terminal outputs digital data.
(7, 8)
Connect using a 75 Ω/ohms coaxial cable
(commercially available) intended for digital
audio connections.
w LINE OUT term inal
Connect these to the amplifier’s input terminal.
A-B button
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RANDOM button
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e REMOTE CONTROL jack
(ROOM TO ROOM IN)
(10)
(10)
(10)
(10)
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Digital data is output in optical form from this
terminal.
Connect using an optical fiber cable
(commercially available).
This is the input connector for wired remote
control.
Consult your DENON dealer if you wish to use
this connector.
TIME button
Switches the time display
(2, 5)
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REPEAT button
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Elapsed time of currently
playing track
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(ROOM TO ROOM OUT)
DISPLAY button
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Connect to an AC power supply using the
included power supply cord.
This is the output connector for wired remote
control.
Consult your DENON dealer if you wish to use
this connector.
Remaining time of
currently playing track
Pause button (3)
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(8)
(8)
(9)
Remaining time of all
remaining tracks
Skip buttons
(8, 9)
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Play button (1)
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Search buttons
(6, 7)
(8, 9, 10)
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Stop button (2)
(7, 8)
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• If the automatic search forward button (9), automatic search reverse button (8) or +10 button are
held in, the function of these button will be repeated.
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Connections
Digital connections
Connections
NOTE:
• Do not plug in the power supply cord until all connections have been completed.
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).
• Making connections with the power turned on could result in noise or damage the speakers.
• Bunching the power supply cords and connection cables together could result in humming or noise.
CD recorder etc.
B
C
COAXIAL
IN
OPTICAL
IN
Cable indications
Connect using the connection cables shown below.
Audio cable
Analog connections (Stereo)
Signal direction
• Digital signals are output from optical terminal and coaxial terminal with parallel.
Audio signal
A
¢When connecting the OPTICAL digital output connector w ith an optical
L
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L
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(White)
(Red)
transm ission cable (com m ercially available)
OUT
IN
Pin-plug cable
Digital connections (Coaxial)
B
C
Protective cap
Match the
shapes
(Orange)
Coaxial cable (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug cable)
Digital connections (Optical)
Remove the protective cap, match the shapes then
insert firmly all the way in.
• Store the protective cap in a safe place so as not
to lose it, and use it when not using the terminal.
Connecting the pow er supply cord
Optical fiber cable
AC outlet
Analog connections
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Use the included pin-plug cable to connect the left (L) and right (R) output terminal (LINE OUT) of the CD
Player to the CD, AUX or TAPE PLAY left (L) and right (R) input terminal of the amplifier.
NOTE:
• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections
will result in the generation of noise.
• Do not unplug the power supply cord while the
set is operating.
Stereo amplifier
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AUDIO IN
L
L
L
R
R
R
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Operation
NOTE:
Operation
• The player will not operate properly and the disc may even be
damaged if it is not set correctly.
• If your finger should get caught in the drawer when it closes,
press 5.
• Do not place any foreign objects on the disc tray, and do not
place more than one disc on the tray at a time. Otherwise
malfunction may occur.
• Do not push in the disc tray manually when the power is off as
this may cause malfunction and damage the CD player.
• Do not touch the carousel while it is turning. Also, do not turn the
carousel by hand when it is stopped. Doing so could damage it.
• Do not insert disc where indicated by arrow.
Turning the pow er on
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Press POWER .
• When a disc is loaded, playback starts automatically.
• If no disc is loaded “0 000 00:00” is displayed.
¢To turn off the pow er:
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Press POWER again.
This could damage the internal mechanism in the unit.
NOTE:
• To turn off the power while a disc is playing, be sure to press 2
to stop playback before turning off the power.
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DISC SKIP
Opening and closing the draw er and loading a
disc
5
LABEL SIDE
UP WARD
[NUMBER]
(0~9, +10)
Press 5.
1 • Make sure the drawer is completely open.
Hold the disc by the edges and place it on the disc tray. (Do not
touch the signal surface, i.e., the glossy side.)
DISC SKIP
[DISC SELECT]
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Set the disc properly in the tray according to its size.
2 • Set 8 cm discs in the center hole.
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[9
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• Set 12 cm discs in the outer hole.
Press DISC SKIP.
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3
The carousel turns and a disc can be loaded in the another disc
tray.
When the drawer is opened during the play mode, it is possible
to load and unload discs in all of the disc trays other than the one
whose disc is currently playing.
Press 5again.
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About the button nam es in this explanation
: Buttons on the main unit
: Buttons on the remote control unit
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Button name only :
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
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Operation
Operation
Starting playback
To pause playback
Various playback functions
Use this function to stop playback temporarily, and later resume
playback from that point.
Press 1.
Playing the desired disc and desired track
[Direct play]
• The drawer closes and the disc just loaded is played.
• Playback starts.
Press 3 during playback.
• Playback pauses.
If 5is pressed while a disc is playing, playback continues, but the
drawer opens and four discs can be replaced. The disc that can
be replaced switches when DISC SKIP is pressed.
Playback stops automatically after the last track on the disc has
been played.
Press [DISC SELECT].
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¢To resum e playback:
Use [NUMBER] (1 to 5) to select the disc.
Press 1.
Use [NUMBER] (0 ~ 9, +10) to select the track.
Autom atic search
Exam ple: To play the 4th track on the 3rd disc:
Press [DISC SELECT] [3] [4].
To stop playback
¢Moving ahead to the beginning of the next track
Exam ple: To play the 12th track on the 5th disc:
Press [DISC SELECT] [5] [+10] [2].
(file):
Press 2 during playback.
• Playback stops.
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Playback begins from the number of the disc and
4 track selected.
Press [9] or 7/ 9 during playback.
• The pickup will advance to the beginning of the next track and
playback will continue. Pressing the button several times will
forward the pickup the corresponding number tracks.
Normal playback resumes when you release your finger from the
button.
To m ove to the next disc during playback
¢Moving back to the beginning of the current track
Press DISC SKIP.
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(file):
The carousel in the drawer turns and the disc on the next tray is
played.
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Press [8] or 8/ 6 during playback.
• The pickup will advance to the beginning of the next track and
playback will continue. Pressing the button several times will
forward the pickup the corresponding number tracks.
1st disc
5th disc
2nd disc
4th disc
3rd disc
• When [DISC SKIP–] on the remote control unit is pressed, the
carousel turns in the opposite direction and the previous disc is
played.
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Operation
Operation
Manual search
Program m ed play
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Use this function to skip forward or backward while listening to the You can play certain tracks on the loaded discs in any order.
sound.
Up to 32 tracks can be set in a program.
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¢Searching forw ard:
Press [PROGRAM].
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• The “PROGRAM” indicator lights.
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Press [7] or press and hold 7/ 9 during
playback.
• “ ”is displayed if the end of the last track is reached during
manual searching. If this happens, use [6] or <8/6> to
turn the display off.
Press [DISC SELECT], [NUMBER] to select the disc to
2 be programmed.
Exam ple: To program the 3rd track on the 2nd disc and the 12 track
REPEAT RANDOM
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on the 5th disc:
Press [PROGRAM] [DISC SELECT] [2] [3], [DISC SELECT] [5]
[+10] [2].
¢Searching backw ard:
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Press [6] or press and hold 8/ 6 during
Press 1.
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3 • The tracks are played in the programmed order.
” is displayed if the beginning of the first track is reached
playback.
• “
during manual searching. If this happens, use [7] or
<7/9> to turn the display off.
[NUMBER]
(0~9, +10)
¢Checking the program m ed tracks:
Press [CALL].
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CLEAR
CALL
PROGRAM
A-B
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The tracks are displayed in the programmed order each time the
button is pressed.
[DIRECT]
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NOTE:
[DISC SELECT]
RANDOM
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• The sound may be interrupted momentarily when resuming
normal playback from the manual search mode. This is not a
malfunction.
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¢Clearing tracks from the program :
REPEAT
[DISPLAY]
Press [CLEAR] while the track you want to clear is displayed during
the “Checking the programmed tracks” operation above.
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¢Stopping program m ed playback:
Press [DIRECT] or press 5 to open the disc tray.
• Tracks on a disc not loaded can also be programmed, but if you try
to play that disc, the microprocessor detects that it is not loaded and
the following disc is played automatically.
• When programming, do not program a track number which is not
recorded on the disc. If such a number is programmed by mistake,
the player ignore the program.
• For programmed playback, the remaining time for the program is
only displayed when the programmed tracks are all on the same
disc.
About the button nam es in this explanation
: Buttons on the main unit
: Buttons on the remote control unit
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Button name only :
“– – : – –” is displayed when tracks on more than one disc are
programmed.
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
• In the case that the total playing time of programmed tracks
becomes more than 99:59, “– – : – –” is displayed.
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Operation
Operation
¢A-B repeat play:
Random play
Repeat play
Use this function to play all the tracks on the all discs or a disc once
in random order.
During playback, press [A-B] at the point at which
Press REPEAT once.
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• The “A-B” indicator blinks.
¢Full Random Play:
One-track Repeat
• The “REPEAT 1” indicator lights.
• The track currently playing is repeated.
During playback, press [A-B] at the point at which
2 you want to stop repeating (point B).
Press RANDOM.
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• The “RANDOM” indicator lights.
• The “A-B” indicator lights and the A-B section is played
repeatedly.
One-disc Repeat
• The “REPEAT 1DISC” indicator lights.
• The disc currently playing is repeated.
Press 1.
2 • A track is selected automatically and playback starts.
¢Stopping A-B repeat playback:
During programmed playback:
Press [A-B] again.
The programmed tracks are played in random order.
During repeat playback:
The tracks are played once in random order, then played again in
a different order, and this is repeated.
All-disc Repeat
• The “REPEAT DISC” indicator lights.
• All the discs currently loaded are repeated.
• The pickup will now return to the starting point and repeat playback
of the selected interval.
OFF
• A-B repeat playback is not possible during programmed playback or
random playback.
¢Stopping random playback:
Press RANDOM or [DIRECT].
Press 1.
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Other functions
NOTE:
During regular playback:
All the tracks are played repeatedly.
During programmed playback:
The tracks are played repeatedly in the programmed order.
In the random play mode:
• During random play, the player may display the number of disc
which is not loaded in the tray. In such a case, the player will read
the disc information, then reset automatically to correct. This is
not a malfunction.
¢Sw itching the display brigntness:
The brightness can be switched in three steps or turned off.
Press [DISPLAY].
The tracks are played once each in random order, then played
again in a different order.
¢Disc Sequential Random Play:
Press RANDOM and specify the disc numbers (1 to 5)
¢Stopping all-track repeat playback:
1 with the [DISC SELECT] and the [NUMBER].
Press REPEAT twice in a row or press 5 to open the disc tray.
Press 1.
2 • A track is selected automatically and playback starts.
• In the programmed play or random play mode during all-track repeat
playback, normal playback resumes when REPEAT is pressed once.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If a problem should arise, first check the follow ing.
1. Are the connections correct?
2. Have you operated the player according to the Operating Instructions?
If this unit is not operating properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfunction.
Disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.
Sym ptom
Cause
Measures
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Disc tray does not open.
• The power is not on.
• Turn on the power.
• Reload the disc.
“0 000 00:00” is displayed even
though a disc is loaded.
• The disc is not properly loaded.
• The loaded disc is not a CD.
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• Load a CD.
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Disc is not played when 1 button is
• The disc is dirty or scratched.
• Wipe the dirt off the disc or replace the disc.
pressed.
No sound is produced or sound is
distorted.
• The output cables are not properly connected to the • Check the connections.
amplifier.
• The amplifier’s function setting or adjustments are • Check the amplifier’s function and controls and
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not right.
adjust as necessary.
No digital signals are output.
• The connection cables are not properly connected. • Check the connections.
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Specific section of the disc cannot be • The disc is dirty or scratched.
played properly.
• Wipe the dirt off the disc or replace the disc.
Programmed playback is not possible. • The tracks have not been programmed properly.
• Program properly.
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A CD-R or CD-RW disc cannot be
played.
• The disc has not been finalized.
• The recording conditions are bad or the quality of the • Use a properly recorded disc.
disc itself it poor.
• Finalize the disc then play it.
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Set does not operate properly when
remote control unit is operated.
• The batteries are spent.
• The remote control unit is too far from the set.
• Replace the batteries with new ones.
• Move the remote control unit closer to the set.
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“– – : – –” is displayed when playing • You have selected a copyright-protected WMA file • Use the 8/6 or 7/9 button on the main
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files recorded in MP3 or WMA format.
or a file that cannot be played normally.
unit (the 8 or 9 button on the remote control
unit) to select a different file.
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Specifications
Specifications
¢ Audio perform ance
DCM-390
2 channels
DCM-290/ 27
• Analog output
Channels:
Playable frequency range:
S/ N:
Dynam ic range:
Harm onic distortion:
Separation:
2 Hz ~ 20 kHz
112 dB
100 dB
0.0027 % (1 kHz)
098 dB
108 dB
098 dB
0.003 %
098 dB
Wow & flutter:
Output level:
Signal type:
Sam pling frequency:
Usable discs:
Less than the measuring
Fix 2.0 V (10 kΩ/kohms)
16-bit linear PCM
44.1 kHz
Audio compact discs are used
12 cm (5 inch) and 8 cm (3 inch)
• Digital output
Coaxial:
OPTICAL:
0.5 Vp-p (75 Ω/ohms)
– 15 ~ – 21 dBm
660 nm
Light em ission w avelength:
• Phones output
0.04mW
¢ General
Pow er supply:
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
15 W
434 (W) x 120 (H) x 400 (D) mm (17-3/32” x 4-3/4” x 15-3/4”)
(including protruding parts)
Pow er consum ption:
Maxim um external dim ensions:
Mass:
6.3 kg (13.1 lbs.)
¢ Rem ote control unit (RC-1033)
Rem ote control type:
Batteries:
Infrared pulse
R03/AAA Type (two batteries)
External dim ensions:
Mass:
49 (W) x 220 (H) x 21 (D) mm (1-15/16” x 8-11/16” x 7/8”)
106 g (0.23 lbs.) (included batteries)
* For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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