/ V DENON® Contents Preparations V Connections V . DP-400 TURNTABLE Owner’s Manual Front panel Rear panel I _ - 0 V Playback and recording 1 Tips V Appendix \
Contents I Preparations V Connections V 4 5 6 6 8 Accessories Features Part names and functions Front panel Rear panel Front panel Rear panel Connections V Appendix \ 19 20 21 Playback and recording Record playback Record playback Stopping playback Using the automatic stop function 10 11 12 12 13 13 15 15 17 0 Tips Connecting devices that do not have a phono input Connecting devices that have a phono input Connecting the AC adapter Preparations Assembly Mounting the turntable Mounting the
Contents I Preparations Tips V Connections V 28 29 30 30 31 31 32 32 Contents Troubleshooting Power does not turn on/Power is turned off The turntable does not spin No sound comes out Audio skips, scratches or is distorted Howling is produced The tone arm stops moving halfway Appendix 33 34 Replacing the stylus Specifications Front panel Rear panel 0 V Playback and recording 3 Tips V Appendix \
/ Contents V Preparations V Connections V V Playback and recording Tips V Appendix Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference. Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product. .
I Contents Features V Preparations V Connections V Tips V Appendix \ 0 Equipped with a function to switch RPM between 33 1/3, 45 and 0 Modern design 78 Change record playback speed between 33 1/3, 45 and 78 RPM as needed. This means that both 7 inch and 12 inch record playback in all RPM formats is supported. Much like the PMA-60, DRA-100 and other devices in our Denon Design Series, all unnecessary decoration has been eliminated for an updated minimalistic design.
I V Contents Preparations V Connections Part names and functions V V Playback and recording V Tips Front panel q w e r t y u 3 3.5 i . For details, see the next page. Front panel = ' Rear panel = I 0 6 0 0.5 1 o Q0 Appendix \
I Contents qw e V Preparations r t V Connections V 0 0.5 Tips V Appendix \ E Tone arm 0 The counterweight is mounted on the back. (v p. 12) 0 The head shell with cartridge is attached to the tip. (v p. 12) y u 3 3.5 V Playback and recording 1 F Counterweight Attached to the back of the tone arm to adjust stylus pressure. 0 “Mounting the counterweight” (v p. 12) 0 “Adjusting the stylus pressure” (v p. 15) G Anti-skating dial Adjusts anti-skating. (v p. 17) i .
I V- - y - Contents Preparations Connections V- y- Playback and recording Tips V Appendix \ Rear panel q w e r t . A EQUALIZER ON/OFF switch This switches the built-in equalizer on and off. Switch as needed depending on whether the connected amplifier or mini component system are equipped with phono input or not. 0 “Connecting devices that do not have a phono input” (v p. 19) 0 “Connecting devices that have a phono input” (v p.
I Contents \ Preparations I Connections o Contents V Assembly Mounting the turntable 11 Mounting the counterweight 12 Mounting the head shell with cartridge 12 Attaching the dust cover 13 Using the dust cover as a record stand 13 Adjustments Adjusting the stylus pressure 15 Adjusting anti-skating 17 Front panel Rear panel 0 V Playback and recording 9 Tips V Appendix \
\ Contents I Preparations I Connections Assembly V V Playback and recording Tips V Mount these included parts on the main unit before use. Make sure to perform setup on a stable, even surface to prevent the influence of vibration or slanted angles on record playback. Turntable sheet Turntable Ribbon tape Counterweight Tone arm Head shell with cartridge Stylus cover Center spindle - . NOTE 0 Make sure the AC adapter is not connected from this unit to a wall socket during assembly.
I Contents \ Preparations I Connections V 3 Mounting the turntable 1 2 V Playback and recording Mount the hole in the center of the turntable on the center spindle. Tips V Appendix \ Pull out the ribbon tape, and hang the belt on the roller. 0 Remove the ribbon tape after hanging the belt. Ribbon tape Belt Turn the turntable until the roller of the main unit is visible from the square hole on the side with the ribbon tape. Roller Square hole .
Contents --v - v - v - \ Preparations Connections Mounting the counterweight 1 Tips Playback and recording Appendix Mounting the head shell with cartridge 1 Insert the counterweight into the shaft on the back of the tone arm, and turn it in the direction of the arrow while gently pushing it. Insert the head shell into the tip of the tone arm. 0 Insert the head shell with its guide pin facing up and aligned with the hole on the top of the tone arm. Guide pin 3 3.5 0 0.
Contents I Preparations .,-----v. ; - V- v Connections Attaching the dust cover 1 Tips Playback and recording Attach the dust cover to the included dust cover stand to use it as a record stand. Use it in this way when it is not attached to the main unit. 1 Face the dust cover as shown in the picture below to insert it into the groove in the dust cover stand. Dust cover . . 0 Remove the dust cover before record playback. Front panel ' Rear panel = I \ Using the dust cover as a record sta
I 2 Contents \ Preparations I Connections V Record sleeves can be fitted into the indent on the dust cover stand and leaned against the dust cover. . Front panel Rear panel I _ - 0 V Playback and recording 14 Tips V Appendix \
Contents I - Preparations Connections v - v- v- \ Tips Playback and recording Appendix Adjustments Adjusting the stylus pressure Anti-skating dial Counterweight Tone arm 3 3.5 0 0.5 To enable the record stylus to follow the grooves of the record and pick up sound (vibrations), it is necessary to apply a constant pressure (stylus pressure) to the record from the stylus tip. A suitable stylus pressure value is specified for each cartridge.
Contents I 3 Preparations Connections V -v- V Playback and recording 5 Release the armrest lock. Tips - Appendix Turn twist the counterweight so that the tone arm is floating parallel to the turntable. \ 0 Perform adjustment by turning the counterweight gradually while periodically removing your hand to check the position. Keep it parallel . 4 Holding the finger lift of the headshell, move the tone arm over the turntable. . 6 2.5 1.3 3.5 - 0 0.5 1 Finger lift .
I 7 \ Contents Preparations Connections V V Tips Playback and recording V Appendix \ Adjusting anti-skating Holding the counterweight with a finger so that it does not move, turn the stylus pressure adjustment ring so that its “0” mark is lined up with the line on the tone arm. Anti-skating adjustment is performed to counter the force which pulls the stylus tip inside due to the record rotation. 1 Stylus pressure adjustment ring Turn the anti-skating dial so that it is lined up with “2”. .
Contents I o Contents V Preparations \ I Connections Connecting devices that do not have a phono input 19 Connecting devices that have a phono input 20 Connecting the AC adapter 21 - NOTE 0 Do not plug in the AC adapter until all connections have been completed. 0 Do not bundle AC adapter together with connection cables. Doing so can result in humming or noise. Front panel Rear panel 0 V Playback and recording 18 Tips V Appendix \
I Contents V Preparations \ V I Connections Playback and recording Connecting devices that do not have a phono input Tips V Appendix \ This unit has a built-in phono equalizer that enables record playback when connected to devices with external audio input without a built-in phono equalizer or with mini component system. Use the EQUALIZER ON/OFF switch to turn the phono equalizer on this unit “ON” when connected to a device without a built-in phono equalizer.
I Contents V Preparations \ I Connections V Playback and recording Connecting devices that have a phono input Tips V Appendix \ When connected to a device with a built-in phono equalizer, use that device’s phono equalizer during record playback. Use the EQUALIZER ON/OFF switch to turn the phono equalizer on this unit “OFF” when connected to a device with a built-in phono equalizer. R L Amplifiers with a phono input PHONO IN Audio cable (supplied) L L R R SIGNAL GND .
;- V Contents Preparations - v~- v~- \ Connections Tips Playback and recording Connecting the AC adapter Appendix Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the AC adapter. Attach the plug needed for your wall outlet as shown in the figure below. 【Attaching the AC adapter plug】 【Removing the AC adapter plug】 1. Insert the nubs on the bottom of the AC adapter plug into the grooves on the AC adapter as shown in the picture below. 1.
V Contents I Preparations Connections o Connecting the AC adapter I Household power outlet AC adapter (supplied) . Front panel = ' Rear panel = I 0 V Playback and recording 22 Tips V Appendix \
I Contents o Contents V Preparations V Connections Record playback Front panel \ Playback and recording 24 Rear panel 0 23 I Tips V Appendix \
I Contents V Preparations Record playback V Connections \ Playback and recording 1.5 2 2.5 V Appendix \ Record playback Tone arm 1 Tips 3 1 Place a record on the turntable. 0 For EP (“doughnut”) records, insert the included 45 rpm adapter onto the center spindle. 2 The turntable will start turning. Lifter lever Armrest 0 You can select 33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm as the turntable speed per minute. 0 The record rpm is normally indicated on the jacket or label of the record.
V Contents I 3 Preparations V Connections Playback and recording 5 Raise the stylus cover of the cartridge. Tips V Grip the finger lift, and move the stylus tip directly above the start position of the track to play. Stylus cover 1.5 2 2.5 2.5 1 . 4 Release the arm rest lock and raise the lifter lever. Lifter lever Finger lift . . Front panel = ' _ Rear panel _ ,i 0 25 Appendix \
V Contents I 6 Preparations V Connections I Playback and recording 1 2 3 4 0 Be careful not to scratch records. 0 Observe the following during playback. 0 Do not touch the tone arm or turntable. 0 Do not disconnect the power. 0 Make sure the device is not subjected to vibration or impact. 0 Do not change the record until the turntable has completely stopped. 0 Do not apply pressure with your hand to stop the turntable while it is turning.
I------v Contents 5 , r Preparations --~ V Connections Playback and recording -v Tips Appendix \ Using the automatic stop function Turn the power/rpm switch knob to OFF. The turntable stops. - When automatic stop is on, the tone arm automatically raises after playback and then the turntable stops. This keeps the turntable from continuing to turn and cause stylus wear should you accidentally fall asleep while listening to a record, etc. 0 The default setting is on.
I Contents Contents V Preparations V Connections V o Troubleshooting Power does not turn on/Power is turned off 30 The turntable does not spin 30 No sound comes out 31 Audio skips, scratches or is distorted 31 Howling is produced 32 The tone arm stops moving halfway 32 Front panel Rear panel 0 \ Playback and recording 28 Tips I Appendix \
I Contents V Preparations Troubleshooting V Connections V \ Playback and recording Tips I Appendix \ 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 corresponding symptoms in this section.
Contents I V Preparations V Connections V \ Playback and recording Tips I Power does not turn on/Power is turned off Power is not turned on. 0 Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. (v p. 22) 0 The power is off. Turn the power/rpm switch knob to the appropriate setting for the record you want to play. (v p. 24) Power automatically turns off. 0 Automatic stop is on. Press the AUTO STOP ON/OFF button on the rear panel to turn the automatic stop function off.
I Contents V Preparations V Connections V \ Playback and recording Tips I Appendix \ No sound comes out No sound is produced. Or sound is distorted. 0 Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 18) 0 Insert connection cables all the way in. 0 Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. 0 Check cables for damage. 0 Check the amplifier’s functions and controls and adjust as necessary. 0 Make sure the stylus is correctly attached. (v p.
I Contents V Preparations V Connections V \ Playback and recording Howling is produced Howling is produced. 0 This unit and speaker are too close together. Move the speaker away from this unit. 0 This unit is in an unstable position. Install in a stable, level location. 0 Playback volume is too loud. Adjust the volume of the connected amplifier to the appropriate level. The tone arm stops moving halfway The tone arm not tracking during playback. 0 Make sure there are no scratches on the record.
; - vContents Preparations V- v ~ v Connections Playback and recording Tips Appendix Replacing the stylus The supplied stylus is good for approximately 400 hours of playback. Replace the stylus in a timely fashion to prevent damage to your record collection. When replacing the stylus, make sure to request the DSN-85 for dedicated use with this unit at either the location where you purchased this unit or a local repair shop.
I Contents V Preparations Specifications V Connections V o Turntable section Drive type: Belt drive Motor: DC servo motor RPM speeds: 33 1/3, 45, 78 RPM Wow & flutter: 0.1% WRMS S/N ratio: 62 dB o Tone arm section Tone arm: Static balanced type Tone arm effective length: 220 mm Overhang: 16 mm Stylus pressure range: 0 – 4.0 g (0 – 39.2 mN) 1 gradation is 0.1 g (0.98 mN) Compatible cartridge weight: Front panel Rear panel 5.0 – 13.0 g (59.2 mN – 127.
I Contents V Preparations o Cartridge section V Connections Cartridge: MM type Output voltage: Equalizer off: 2.5 mV V V Playback and recording Equalizer on: 150 mV Optimum stylus pressure: 2.0 g (19.6 mN) Replacement stylus product number: DSN-85 o General Power supply: AC 100 – 230 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 10 W Power consumption in standby mode: 0.
V Contents I Preparations Connections V V Playback and recording Tips 51 342 0 240 51 o Dimensions (Unit : mm) V 18.2 105 414 62 48 318 48 .
V Contents I Preparations V Connections V V Tips Playback and recording 【With dust cover attached】 91 310 0 347 22 97 58 132 58 386 . o Weight: 5.
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Welcome Thank you for choosing this unit. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up this unit. Please do not return this unit to the store – call for assistance. If you need help… : If you need additional help in solving problems, contact Denon customer service in your area. For details, see the Denon homepage. www.denon.
Required for Basic connections Setup There are four steps to the setup process. Amplifier Speaker systems Speaker cables • These drawings are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent the actual product(s). 1 ■ Assembly 2 ■ Adjustments 3 ■ Connections 4 ■ I Playback 2 Printing Color : Black 1.DP-400EM_ENG_QSG_180320.
1 Assembly n Mounting the turntable Before use, attach the included parts to the main unit. Since a record player is susceptible to vibrations and tilting, place the main unit in a stable and flat location in advance. ·---------· ----1 2 Turntable sheet Turntable Ribbon tape 3 Mount the hole in the center of the turntable on the center spindle. Turn the turntable until the roller of the main unit is visible from the square hole on the side with the ribbon tape.
_____ I -~---, · ----4 Mount the turntable sheet on the turntable. • Mount the sheet with the side featuring the DENON logo facing down. nnMounting the head shell with cartridge 1 Insert the counterweight into the shaft on the back of the tone arm, and turn it in the direction of the arrow while gently pushing it. 3 3.5 0 0.5 1 • Insert the head shell with its guide pin facing up and aligned with the hole on the top of the tone arm.
2 Adjustments n Adjusting the stylus pressure ANTI-SKATING dial Counterweight Tone arm 3 3.5 0 0.5 1 1 2 3 ·· ----• Set the anti-skating dial to “0”. Lower the lifter lever. -- -Release the lock on the armrest, grip the finger lift on the head shell, and move the tone arm over the turntable. 1.3 3.5 Stylus cover 0 2.5 0.5 1 Armrest Head shell Lifter lever Turntable Finger lift NOTE • Perform this operation with the stylus cover of the cartridge lowered to protect the stylus tip.
ei--------ei--------4 7 1 Turn twist the counterweight so that the tone arm is floating parallel to the turntable. • Perform adjustment by turning the counterweight gradually while periodically removing your hand to check the position. Parallel '.;\:§2' 0~ ~?0 ~ •·:--------5 6 Turn the counterweight in the direction of the arrow so that the “2” mark of the stylus pressure adjustment ring is lined up with the single line on the tone arm. Return the tone arm to the armrest.
3 Connections Connect an AC adapter conversion plug suitable for the power outlet you are using to the AC adapter. PU SH PU SH • It is recommended that the earth wire of the included audio cable is kept out of the way by securing it with a tie such as the twist tie of the audio cable. • If a device connected to this unit has an earth terminal, connect the earth wire of the audio cable (supplied) to the earth terminal of this unit (SIGNAL GND). This may reduce noise during playback.
4 1 Playback ·4 - - - - - 1 Release the arm rest lock and raise the lifter lever. • ·----- · Place a record on the turntable. # • For EP (“doughnut”) records, insert the included 45 rpm adapter onto the center spindle. 2 Turn the power/rpm switch knob to match the turntable rpm with the rpm of the record. 5 The turntable will start turning. Lifter lever Grip the finger lift, and move the stylus tip directly above the start position of the track to play. 1.
Using the dust cover Owner’s Manual • For more information, visit www.denon.com • Refer to the Online Manual for other functions information and operation procedure details. manuals.denon.com/DP400/ALL/EN/ Dust cover (supplied) • Remove the dust cover before record playback.
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Safety Instructions 0 (Read these safety instructions before operating the unit.) WARNINGS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Cl NOTES ON USE • A_,.,t'qltBl1'j)8lllllral Allow fCl'sufficient heatdispersioov.tlEll mtalled ri a radt • the powa' cad carel.Jly. Hoi'.lthepk.g-l.f"Ol.\l9f19thecad. • Keep the IJ'lit free from moisttre, watEr', aid dust • l..k"p.Jgthepowercx::tdwhEJ)notUSJ'gthelllitfOflong oe,iodsottme. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NDT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
