Denon Cocoon Portable DSD300BKE2 manual

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    DSD-30 0 POR T ABLE SPEAKER DOCK Owner ’ s Manual Pr eparations Operations Infor mations[...]

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    I n SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CA UTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NO T 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 to the presence [...]

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    II n NO TES ON USE WARNINGS • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack. • Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. • Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust. • Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of time. • Do[...]

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    1 Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference. Getting started Preparations ························································?[...]

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    2 Features Equipped with a lithium-ion battery This unit is equipped with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, allowing you to enjoy high-quality sound anywhere without a power outlet. Equipped with a Dock that supports iPhone ® and iPod touch ® ( v page6 ) This unit employs a slide type Dock that comes out when you push its front. By storing t[...]

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    3 Remote operation About the remote control unit n Before using Remove the insulating sheet before using the remote control unit. n Inserting the batteries q Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. w Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the battery compartment. CR2025 e Put the rear cover back on. NO[...]

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    Preparations 4 F Connections v page5 v page5 PORTABLE PLAYER v page5 v page6 F Connecting to a home network (LAN) v page7 v page9 v page 10 Preparations Here, we explain the connections methods for this unit. Pr eparations Operations Infor mations Pr eparations[...]

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    5 NOTE • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. • When making connections, also refer to the owner’s manual of the other components. • Do not bundle power supply cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in humming or noise. Connections Connecting the power cord When all of the con[...]

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    6 Connecting an iOS device • You can enjoy music stored on an iOS device. • For operating instructions see “Playing an iOS device” ( v page14 ) iPod Dock connector Dismantling NOTE • Depending on the type of iOS device and the software version, some functions may not operate. • Note that DENON will accept no responsibilit[...]

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    7 When this unit is connected to your home network (LAN), you can enjoy various audio sources via the network. • Streaming playback from iPhone, iPod touch or iPad with AirPlay • Internet radio • Music files on music servers Furthermore, you can operate this unit by using Cocoon App on iPhone or iPod touch. To check for any firmwar[...]

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    8 Network connections and settings There are two types of network connections available – wired and wireless. Select either of them according to your router functions and operating environment. Using a router equipped with the wireless LAN function Connect this unit to your router wirelessly. Connection procedures differ according to the type of [...]

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    9 Network connections and settings n When your router is equipped with a WPS button By just pressing the WPS button on your router and this unit, the wireless LAN connection settings are made. • Before turning this unit on, make sure that an Ethernet cable is not connected to this unit. If a cable is connected, have this unit enter the power s[...]

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    10 Network connections and settings Wired LAN Internet To WAN side Router To LAN port To LAN port LAN port/ Ethernet connector LAN port/ Ethernet connector PC NAS (Network Attached Storage) Modem Ethernet cable (Supplied) For connections to the Internet, contact an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or a computer shop. n When “DHCP” is set to “O[...]

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    11 Network connections and settings Using PC to make network settings of this unit n When this unit is connected to your PC through wireless LAN Before turning this unit on, make sure that an Ethernet cable is not connected to this unit. If a cable is connected, have this unit enter the power standby mode and disconnect the cable. 1 Press X to turn[...]

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    12 Operations F Playback v page13 v page14 v page15 v page 17 PORTABLE PLAYER v page 17 v page 18 F How to make detailed settings v page20 Operations Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit. Pr eparations Operations Infor mations Operations[...]

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    13 Playback This section provides how to play back music with this unit. This unit can play back music from the following devices (media). • iPhone and iPod When connected to this unit ( v page14 ) When using AirPlay ( v page15 ) • Internet radio ( v page17 ) • Portable player ( v page17 ) • Music server (PC on the n[...]

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    14 Playing an iOS device With this unit, you can listen to music on an iOS device. It is also possible to operate the iOS device from the main unit or remote control. For information on the iOS device models that can be played back with this unit, see “Connecting an iOS device” ( v page6 ). Load the iOS device onto the Dock of this unit ( v [...]

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    15 AirPlay function Enjoy music from your iTunes library with high quality sound anywhere in your home. Use the Apple Remote app z for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad to control iTunes from any room in your home. z Available as a free download from the App Store. NOTE • Before using the AirPlay function, this unit must be connected to the network.[...]

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    16 n Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit of this unit With this unit’s remote control unit, you can perform iTunes song play, pause, and auto search (cue) operations. 1 Select “Edit” – “Preferences...” on the menu. 2 Select “Devices” in the iTunes setting window. 3 Check “Allow iTunes control from remot[...]

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    17 Listening to internet radio Internet radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet. Internet radio stations from around the world can be received. NOTE Before playing back the Internet radio, this unit must be connected to the network. For how to connect this unit to the network, see “Network connections and settings” ( v pa[...]

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    18 Playing back files stored on PC or NAS with Cocoon App (Music server) This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) stored on a PC, Digital Media Server (DMS) and on Network Attached Storage (NAS) that supports DLNA. NOTE • Before playing back music files on music servers, this unit must be connected to the network. For ho[...]

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    19 Playing back files stored on PC or NAS with Cocoon App (Music server) About playback When you start playback on PC, NAS, or DMS, the input source for this unit automatically switches to “Music server”, and audio is output from this unit. The name of the currently played back track and its artist name appear on the display of this unit. When[...]

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    20 Menu map Setting items Detailed items Description Page Language Language Sets the language for display the menu. 21 Clock Clock Auto Adjust(On) Automatically performs the clock setting from the time information on the Internet. 21 Time Zone(+12H) Sets your local time zone (for Auto Adjust). 21 Summer Time(Off) Sets the Summer Time information (f[...]

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    21 Setting the language (Language) Sets the language for display the menu. • The factory default setting is “English”. 1 Press + and – at the same time. Turns on the menu settings mode and the menu appears on the display ( v page20 “Menu map”). Menu Language 2 Press 13 , then press + or – to select the language you want to set. [...]

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    22 Setting the clock (Clock) Setting the Summer Time (Summer Time) Use the following procedure to set Summer time if the Summer time system is used in your country. 1 Press + and – at the same time. Turns on the menu settings mode and the menu appears on the display ( v page20 “Menu map”). Menu Language 2 Press + or – to select “Clock?[...]

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    23 Setting the volume limit (Max Vol Level) Make a setting for maximum volume. • The factory default setting is “50”. 1 Press + and – at the same time. Turns on the menu settings mode and the menu appears on the display ( v page20 “Menu map”). Menu Language 2 Press + or – to select “Max Vol Level”, then press 13 . “Max Vol[...]

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    24 n Notes concerning use of “Firmware Update” • Do not turn off the power until updating or upgrading is completed. • Even with a broadband connectio n to the Internet, approximately 20 minutes is required for the updating procedure to be completed. • Once updating starts, normal operations on this unit cannot be performed until[...]

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    Informations 25 F Part names and functions v page26 F Other information v page28 F Troubleshooting v page31 F Specifications v page33 F Index v page34 Informations Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. Pr eparations Operations Infor mations Infor mations[...]

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    26 Front panel For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). q e w r t y q Display G Wireless LAN signal strength H : Strong : Medium : Weak : Not connected G Remaining battery level indication during battery operation H : 75 % or more : 50 – 75% : 25 – 50% : 25 % or less (“Low Battery” is displayed.) • Bat[...]

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    27 Remote control unit For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). q Skip buttons ( 8 , 9 ) ··························· ( 14 ) w Play/Pause button ( 13 ) ···························· ( 14 ) e Input source select button ( ) ················· ( 13 )[...]

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    28 Other information n Trademark information ( v page28 ) n Explanation of terms ( v page29 ) Trademark information This product uses the following technologies (Random order): “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has be[...]

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    29 Explanation of terms A AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) This is a next generation standard encryption method replacing the current DES and 3DES, and because of its high security it is expected to be applied widely to wireless LANs in the future. It uses the “Rijndael” algorithm developed by two Belgian cryptographers to divide the data int[...]

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    30 V vTuner This is a free online content server for Internet radio. Note that usage fees are included in upgrade costs. For inquiries about this service, visit the vTuner site below. vTuner website: http://www.radiodenon.com This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Nothing Else Matters Software and BridgeCo. Use or dist[...]

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    31 Troubleshooting If a problem should arise, first check the following: 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual? 3. Are the other devices operating properly? If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfun[...]

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    32 Symptom Cause/Solution Page Cannot connect to preset radio stations. • Radio station is not currently broadcasting. Wait a while before trying again. • Radio station is not currently in service. It is not possible to connect to radio stations that are no longer in service. – – For some radio stations, “Radio station server full?[...]

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    33 Resetting the microprocessor When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to their default values. 1 Press + and – at the same time. Turns on the menu settings mode and the menu appears on the display ( v page20 “Menu map”). 2 Press + or – to select “Factory Reset”, then press 13 . 3 Press + or – to select “Res[...]

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    34 v A Accessories ·························································· 1 Adjusting the master volume ····························· 13 Adjusting the tone ·············································· 14 AES ·?[...]

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    35 Dimensions Unit : mm 180.0 352.0 27.0 136.0 10.0 Weight : 3.3 kg Pr eparations Operations Infor mations Infor mations[...]

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