Preparations Informations Owner’s Manual Operations SPEAKER DOCK DSD-500
n SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
n CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION n NOTES ON USE z z z z Wall zz For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure. • More than 0.3 m is recommended. • Do not place any other equipment on this unit. Operations Informations • 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.
Preparations Getting started 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.
Features This unit employs a slide type Dock that comes out when you push its front. By storing the Dock within this unit when you do not use it, this unit becomes compact. You can charge iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad at the same time while playing back music. You can enjoy comfortable streaming playback of music from iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Received song and artist names appear on the display.
Remote operation nnOperating range of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it. nnInserting 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. Cocoon App Cocoon App is DENON’s proprietary application developed for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Approx.
Preparations Preparations Preparations Here, we explain the connections methods for this unit.
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. • If a portable player is connected via the AUX IN jack of the unit, music from the portable player can be played. • For operating instructions see “Playing a portable player” (vpage 19).
Connecting an iOS device • You can enjoy music stored on an iOS device. • For operating instructions see “Playing an iOS device” (vpage 14) Preparations Supported iPod models • iPod / iPod classic Dismantling iPod Operations • iPod nano Dock connector NOTE • Depending on the type of iOS device and the software version, some functions may not operate.
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, iPod touch or iPad. Required system nnBroadband internet connection nnModem Device that connects to the broadband circuit and conducts communications on the Internet.
Network connections and settings Using a router equipped with the wireless LAN function Using a router that is not equipped with the wireless LAN function Connect this unit to your router wirelessly. Connection procedures differ according to the type of your router. Connect this unit to your router with an Ethernet cable. Connection procedures differ according to your router settings.
Network connections and settings nnWhen your router is equipped with a WPS button PC By just pressing the WPS button on your router and this unit, the wireless LAN connection settings are made. Internet Modem 1 Press the WPS button of the router. 2 Press WPS on the rear panel. “Connecting” is displayed, and the unit starts connecting to the LAN. AC IN USB 5V 0.5A NETWORK AUX IN WIRELESS LAN NETLINK LOUDNESS ON/STANDBY WPS • “Cocoon App” is free.
Network connections and settings iPod q Enter the encryption key of your router that is connected to your iPod, iPhone or iPad. w Tap “Join”. Wired LAN 21:12 BACK NETLINK JOIN Access Point Cocoon Internet Enter Password Modem PC NAS (Network Attached Storage) You may need to set the network connection manually, depending on the provider you use. To set the connection manually, use the setting procedure of “When “DHCP” is set to “Off” on your router”. Preparations 4 Enter the encryption key.
Network connections and settings nnWhen this unit is connected to your PC through wireless LAN • Enter the name in the “Friendly Name” box and click “Set” to change the friendly name. A friendly name is the name of this unit that is presented to the network. • In “ADVANCE SETTING”, you can manually make settings such as the IP address. Preparations Using PC to make network settings of this unit NOTE Before turning this unit on, make sure that an Ethernet cable is not connected to this unit.
Operations Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit.
This section provides how to play back music with this unit. This unit can play back music from the following devices (media). • iPhone, iPod and iPad When connected to this unit (vpage 14) When using AirPlay (vpage 15) • Internet radio (vpage 17) • Music files on USB flash memories (vpage 18) • Portable player (vpage 19) • Music server (PC on the network) (vpage 20) Turning the power on Press X to turn on power to the unit. This unit is turned on and the operation button on top lights.
Operations possible during playback When you press LOUDNESS to the “On” (h) state, bass and treble sounds, which are hard to hear at a low volume level, are enhanced for a more natural audio quality. Press LOUDNESS on the main unit. AC IN USB 5V 0.5A NETWORK AUX IN WIRELESS LAN NETLINK 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.
AirPlay function zzAvailable as a free download from the App Store. NOTE nnStreaming music stored in iPhone, iPod touch or iPad directly to the unit 1 Make the Wi-Fi settings for iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. nnPlaying iTunes music with this unit iTunes 10, or later, on a Mac or Windows PC 1 Install that is connected to the same network as this unit. 2 Turn this unit ON. Launch iTunes and click the AirPlay icon 3 displayed in the lower right of the window and select this unit from the list.
AirPlay function With this unit’s remote control unit, you can perform iTunes song play, pause, and auto search (cue) operations. Operations 1 Select “Edit” – “Preferences...” on the menu. 2 Select “Devices” in the iTunes setting window. “Allow iTunes control from remote speakers”, 3 Check and then click “OK”. • Source input will be switched to “AirPlay” when AirPlay playback is started. • You can stop AirPlay playback by choosing other input source.
Listening to internet radio 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” (vpage 8). Important information GPlayable broadcast station typesH Supported file types Internet radio 1 Prepare for playback. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power (vpage 8 “Network connections and settings”).
Playing a USB memory device GCompatible formatsH Sampling frequency Bit rate Extension Important information WMA (Windows Media Audio) 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 192 kbps .wma MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) 32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps .mp3 • Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) standards can be played on this unit. • This unit is compatible with USB memory devices in “FAT16” or “FAT32” format.
Playing a USB memory device 1 Press to switch 2 source to “USB”. Connect the USB memory device to the USB port (vpage 5 “Connecting a USB memory device”). the input Playback starts. Removing the USB memory device 1 Press X to set the standby mode. that the communication 2 Check indicator on the USB memory device is not flashing, then pull out the USB memory device.
Playing back files stored on PC or NAS with Cocoon App (Music Server) NOTE • Before playing back music files on music servers, this unit must be connected to the network. For how to connect this unit to the network, see “Connecting to a home network (LAN)” (vpage 7). Applying media sharing settings Here, we apply the settings to share music files stored on a PC and NAS on the network. nnSharing media stored in PC If you are using a media server, be sure to apply this setting first.
Playing back files stored on PC or NAS with Cocoon App (Music Server) About playback • When using a server that supports transcoding such as Windows Media Player (version 11 or higher), you can play back WMA Lossless files. • Depending on the played back file, the track name or artist name may not be displayed.
Menu map Setting items Language Language Clock Max Vol Level Max Vol Level Network Info. WPS WPS(PIN) Firmware Update Firmware Update Factory Reset Factory Reset Exit Exit Page 23 Sets the language for display the menu. 23 Time Zone(+12H) Summer Time(Off) Automatically performs the clock setting from the time information on the Internet. Sets your local time zone (for Auto Adjust). Sets the Summer Time information (for Auto Adjust). Auto Adjust Now Obtains the current time.
Setting the language (Language) Setting the clock (Clock) You can automatically adjust the clock of this unit using the Internet. 1 Press + and – at the same time. Turns on the menu settings mode and the menu appears on the display (vpage 22 “Menu map”). Menu English / / Français / Español Svenska / Nederlands / РУССКИЙ / (EXIT) The top menu is displayed again. / Italiano 1 Press + and – at the same time.
Setting the clock (Clock) Setting the current time (Auto Adjust Now) Setting the current time (Manual Adjust) (24-Hour Display) Use the following procedure to set Summer time if the Summer time system is used in your country. When the unit is connected to the Internet, the current time is set automatically. When the unit is not connected to the Internet, set the current time manually. 1 Press + and – at the same time. 1 Press + and – at the same time. 1 Press + and – at the same time.
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 (vpage 22 “Menu map”). Setting the network (Network Info.) Checking the network information 1 Press + and – at the same time. Menu Language “Max Volume” menu appears. + or – to select the volume “0 – 50”, then press 3 Press 13. Before turning this unit on, make sure that an Ethernet cable is not connected to this unit.
Setting the network (Network Info.) • In order to update the firmware, the environment and settings required for connecting to broadband internet are needed (vpage 8) • Perform the firmware update operation after at least 2 minutes has elapsed since turning this unit’s power ON. 1 Press + and – at the same time. Turns on the menu settings mode and the menu appears on the display (vpage 22 “Menu map”). Check for Update • Do not turn off the power until updating or upgrading is completed.
Informations Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed.
Front panel Preparations Part names and functions Rear panel See the page indicated in parentheses ( ). For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). AC IN r t w e NETWORK r q Security slot y You can attach a security cable to deter theft. Use a security cable that is compatible with this unit. For details, contact your dealer.
Remote control unit t q w t q Skip buttons (8, 9)···························· (14) w Play/Pause button (13)······················· (14, 19) e Input source select button ( )·················· (13) r Power operation button (X)······················· (13) t Volume control buttons (+, – )··················· (13) Operations q Preparations For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
nn Trademark information (vpage 30) nn Explanation of terms (vpage 31) Trademark information This product uses the following technologies (Random order): Informations 30 Operations “Made for iPod”, “Made for iPhone” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Explanation of terms Copyright (C) 2000,2001,2002,2003,2004,2005,200 6,2007,2008,2009 Josh Coalson Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: • Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
Explanation of terms Operations Informations W WEP Key (Network Key) This is key information used for encrypting data when conducting data transfer. On this unit, the same WEP key is used for data encryption and decryption, so the same WEP key must be set on both devices in order for communications to be established between them. Wi-Fi® Wi-Fi Certification assures tested and proven interoperability by the Wi-Fi Alliance, a group certifying interoperability among wireless LAN devices.
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 malfunction. In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.
Internet radio cannot be played. • Ethernet cable is not properly connected or network is disconnected. Check the connection status. • Program is being broadcast in non-compatible format. Only Internet radio programs in MP3 and WMA can be played on this unit. • The firewall of the PC or router has been activated. Check the firewall settings of the connected PC or router. • Radio station is not currently broadcasting. Choose a radio station that is currently broadcasting. • IP address is wrong.
GRemote control unitH Symptom • Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. • Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 7 m from this unit and at an angle of within 30°. • Remove any obstacle between this unit and the remote control unit. • Insert the batteries in the proper direction, checking the q and w marks. • The set’s remote control sensor is exposed to strong light (direct sunlight, inverter type fluorescent bulb light, etc.).
Preparations Specifications nn Audio section • Amplifiers: • Drivers: 4 x 25 W ClassD 2 x 40 mm Tweeter 2 x 100 mm Woofer nn Clock • Clock method Within 1 – 2 minutes per month nn Wireless LAN Security: Used frequency range: No. of channels: Conforming to IEEE 802.11b Conforming to IEEE 802.11g (Conforming to Wi-Fi®)z DS-SS: 11 / 5.
Index vvC vvD DHCP·································································· 10 Display································································· 28 DLNA····························································· 20, 31 vvF Firmware Update················································ 26 FLAC······················································· 18, 21, 31 Front Panel·························································· 28 vvS Sampling frequency·························· 17, 18,
Dimensions Preparations 236.0 Unit : mm Operations 451.0 27.0 Informations Weight : 5.4 kg 170.
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