Denon CDR-W1500 User Manual (English)

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Barbara BellAug 15, 2025
Why won't my Denon Recording Equipment record?
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  makayla76Aug 15, 2025
  There could be several reasons why your Denon Recording Equipment won't record: * The disc may need cleaning. * The CD-R might be an unfinalized disc. * The disc may not be recordable, try replacing it. * The disc might be full (“Disc Full” is displayed). * You might be attempting to digitally record a digitally recorded source (“Copy Prohibit” is displayed). * The recording level adjustment may not be suitable. * The disc is not an AUDIO disc (“Use Audio CD” is displayed). * The wrong input source is chosen. (Input label flashing.)
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What to do if my Denon Recording Equipment remote control does not work?
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  Pamela SanchezAug 18, 2025
  If the remote control for your Denon Recording Equipment isn't working, try these steps: First, make sure you're pointing the remote directly at the CD recorder. If that doesn't work, check the batteries and replace them if needed.
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  Thomas JacksonAug 21, 2025
  If the sound from your amplifier is distorted when using your Denon Recording Equipment, ensure that the CD recorder analog output is not connected to the amplifier Phono input.
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  Amanda HartmanAug 25, 2025
  If you're not getting any sound from your Denon Recording Equipment, first check the audio connections. If you are using an amplifier, try using a different source to see if the issue persists.
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  Joseph LoweryAug 27, 2025
  If your recordings are distorted on your Denon Recording Equipment, make sure the recording level is correct.
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How to fix Denon Recording Equipment if play will not start?
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  Danielle GuerraAug 30, 2025
  If your Denon Recording Equipment won't start playing, ensure that the label of the CD is facing up. Also, try cleaning the disc.
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Ashley MillsSep 2, 2025
Why can't I copy, record, finalize, or edit CD-R/RW on my Denon Recording Equipment?
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  Brian HarrisonSep 2, 2025
  If you cannot copy, record, finalize, or edit CD-R/RW discs on your Denon Recording Equipment, check if the relay mode is set to “RELAY” or “MIX”. If so, switch to “SINGLE” or “DUAL”.
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Christopher HamiltonSep 5, 2025
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  Paul ThomasSep 6, 2025
  If your Denon Recording Equipment has no power, ensure that the POWER button is on and that the mains cable is plugged in correctly.
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Why can't I play a recorded CD-R disc from my Denon Recording Equipment on another player?
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  Dr. Earl BellSep 8, 2025
  If a CD-R disc recorded on your Denon Recording Equipment cannot be played on another player: Finalize the disc. Check if playback is possible on another CD player; if so, clean the pickup of the player on which the disc could not be played. Note that some CD players cannot play CD-R discs.
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  Angela HillSep 12, 2025
  If you cannot set the menu mode or finalize on your Denon Recording Equipment: Ensure that the disc tray for the CD or CD-R section is closed for both the CD and CD-R sections. Also, make sure that both the CD and CD-R sections are in stop mode.

Denon CDR-W1500 Specifications

General

Type	CD Recorder
Recording Media	CD-R, CD-RW
Disc Formats	CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW
Audio Formats Supported	CD-DA
Recording Sources	Analog, Digital
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Harmonic Distortion	0.003%
Analog Inputs	RCA
Analog Outputs	RCA
Headphone Output	Yes
Remote Control	Yes
Weight	4.2 kg
Input Connectors	RCA, Optical, Coaxial
Output Connectors	RCA, Optical, Coaxial
Digital Inputs	Optical, Coaxial
Digital Outputs	Optical, Coaxial

Summary

IMPORTANT TO SAFETY

Electrical and Component Safety

Covers safe handling of power cords, unit opening, and internal component precautions.

1 FEATURES

Recording and Playback Functions

Details copying functions, external recording, and playback modes.

Connectivity and Special Features

Covers digital inputs, sampling rate converter, text entry, and HDCD decoder.

2 CAUTIONS DURING USE

3 ABOUT CD-R/RW DISCS

Disc Usage and Recording

Explains compatible discs and recording methods for CD-R/RW.

4 DISC HANDLING AND PRECAUTIONS

Disc Handling Procedures

Instructions on proper methods for inserting, removing, and touching discs.

Disc Cleaning Guidelines

How to clean discs to maintain sound quality and ensure recording accuracy.

Disc Physical Precautions

Warnings against scratching, bending, heating, or writing on discs.

5 RESTRICTIONS RELATED TO CD-R/RW STANDARDS

Audio CD-R/RW Disc Restrictions

Outlines limitations for recording once, erasing, and disc compatibility.

Unit Recording Restrictions

Details limits on additional recording, track count, and digital recording.

Cross-Player Compatibility

Discusses playback of finalized discs on other CD players.

6 CONNECTIONS

Analog Input/Output Connections

Guide for connecting analog audio sources and outputs.

Digital Input/Output Connections

Instructions for connecting digital audio sources via optical or coaxial cables.

7 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel Overview

Identifies and explains front panel controls and indicators.

Rear Panel Connections

Describes the purpose and connections of rear panel jacks.

Display Indications Explained

Clarifies the meanings of various symbols and messages shown on the display.

8 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Remote Control Button Functions

Lists and explains the functions of all remote control buttons.

Battery Installation and Usage

Provides instructions for installing batteries and using the remote control.

8 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Display Indicators Explained

Details the functions of input source, music calendar, multiple, level meter, track, and time displays.

Remote Operation Guidelines

Instructions on aiming the remote, its operating range, and usage notes.

9 SETUP METHOD

Synchro Recording and Track Settings

Configures synchro recording mode, level, auto track marks, and fade times.

Playback and Text Editing Settings

Details skip play, timer playback, custom index, and text input configurations.

Disc Insertion and Remote Control Overview

Inserting a Disc into the Unit

Step-by-step guide for loading discs into the tray.

Remote Control Button Functions

Explains the purpose of various buttons on the remote control unit.

Setup Methods for Recording

Synchro Recording Mode and Level Setup

Configuring synchro recording modes and adjusting the input signal start level.

Auto Track Mark (ATM) Setup

Setting the automatic track mark function to on or off.

Fade-In and Fade-Out Recording Settings

Setting Fade-In Time

Adjusting the duration for gradual volume increase during recording.

Setting Fade-Out Time

Adjusting the duration for gradual volume decrease during recording.

Scan Recording and Custom Index Settings

Intro Play Time for Scan Recording

Setting the intro scan play time for scan recording.

Custom Index Setup

Associating names with input jacks for equipment identification.

Skip Play and Timer Playback Settings

Setting the Skip Play Mode

Configuring the unit to skip specified tracks during playback.

Timer Playback Mode Setting

Setting the unit to start playback or recording at a specific time.

10 COPYING PROCEDURE

Copying Modes Overview

Explains disc dubbing, Make CD, 1TR dubbing, and scan recording modes.

Copying Notes and Precautions

Provides important notes and restrictions for copying operations.

Copying Procedures

Copying Entire Discs

Step-by-step guide for copying all tracks from one disc to another.

Copying Single Tracks

Instructions for copying individual tracks between discs.

Scan Recording and External Recording

Selecting Tracks for Scan Recording

How to select tracks for copying using scan recording mode.

11 RECORDING FROM EXTERNAL DEVICES

Detailed guide on various recording modes from external sources.

1. Manual Recording Procedures

Starting Analog Recording

Step-by-step guide for manual analog audio recording.

Starting Digital Recording

Guide for manual digital audio recording, including sync rate conversion.

Recording Control Functions

Stopping and Temporarily Stopping Recording

How to stop recording and resume it later.

Adding Track Numbers During Recording

Method for manually adding track numbers while recording is in progress.

Synchronized Recording Modes

Disc Synchronized Recording

Recording all tracks from a source disc to the CD-R unit.

Single Track Synchronized Recording

Recording a single track from a source to the CD-R unit.

Fade-In and Fade-Out Recording

Fade-In Recording Process

How to gradually increase volume during recording using the fader button.

Fade-Out Recording Process

How to gradually decrease volume during recording using the fader button.

12 NORMAL PLAYBACK

Starting Playback

Instructions for initiating playback of a disc.

13 VARIOUS PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

Track Selection and Searching

How to select specific tracks and search within discs using controls.

Finding Tracks and Positions

Methods for finding track beginnings and desired positions during playback.

Advanced Playback Control

Moving Back and Stopping Playback

Techniques for returning to track beginnings and temporarily stopping playback.

Programmed Playback

How to select and play tracks in a user-defined order.

Repeat and Random Playback Modes

Playing Tracks in Random Order

How to play all tracks on a disc in a random sequence.

Playing a Single Track Repeatedly

Setting the unit to repeatedly play a single selected track.

Advanced Repeat Playback Modes

Playing All Tracks Repeatedly

How to set the unit to repeatedly play the entire disc.

A-B Repeat Section Playback

How to repeatedly play a specific segment of a track.

Timer Playback Setup

Timer Playback Connections

How to connect an audio timer for scheduled playback.

Timer Playback Operation

Steps to set up and use timer playback functionality.

14 RELAY MODE

Relay Mode Types

Explains Relay, Mix, Dual, and Normal playback modes between CD and CD-R units.

Relay Play Modes

Sequential Relay Play

Playing discs sequentially from the CD and CD-R units.

Mix Mode Playback

Playing discs in programmed or random order as if they were a single disc.

Mix and Dual Playback Modes

Mix Random Playback

Playing discs in random order within the mix mode.

Dual Mode Operation

Operating CD and CD-R units independently, including dual playback.

15 FINALIZING CD-R/RW DISC

Auto Finalization Process

Finalizing discs automatically after using the Make CD recording function.

Manual Finalization Process

Step-by-step guide for manually finalizing a CD-R/RW disc.

16 EDITING

Cancelling CD-RW Finalization (Unfinalizing)

How to cancel finalization on a CD-RW disc to add more recordings.

Erasing Tracks from CD-RW Discs

Steps for erasing specific tracks or all tracks from a CD-RW disc.

CD-RW Track Editing and Skipping

Erasing Specific Tracks

Procedure for erasing one or more tracks from the end of a CD-RW disc.

Registering Tracks to Skip

Setting tracks to be skipped during playback.

Text Editing and Track Skipping Cancellation

Cancelling Track Skipping Registration

Removing previously registered tracks from the skip list.

Adding Disc Titles

Inputting titles for discs using the text editing function.

Text Input for Discs and Tracks

Inputting Disc Titles

Guide to entering characters for disc titles.

Inputting Track Titles

Method for entering titles for individual tracks.

Text Erasing Operations

Erasing Disc Titles

Steps to erase the title of a disc.

Erasing Track Titles

Steps to erase titles of individual tracks.

Erasing All Text and Menu Navigation

Erasing All Disc and Track Titles

Procedure to erase all entered text information for a disc.

17 MENU MODE Overview

Diagram showing access to various setup and editing options through the menu.

18 MESSAGES

Recording and Disc Status Messages

Meanings of messages related to recording errors, disc status, and finalization.

Playback and System Messages

Meanings of messages related to playback, disc reading, and system operations.

19 TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Troubleshooting Scenarios

Guide to diagnosing and resolving common operational issues with the unit.

20 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS

Audio and Disc Specifications

Technical details regarding audio performance and compatible disc types.

Unit and Power Specifications

Information on power supply, dimensions, mass, and remote control specifications.

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Denon CDR-W1500 Specifications

Summary

IMPORTANT TO SAFETY

Electrical and Component Safety

1 FEATURES

Recording and Playback Functions

Connectivity and Special Features

2 CAUTIONS DURING USE

3 ABOUT CD-R/RW DISCS

Disc Usage and Recording

4 DISC HANDLING AND PRECAUTIONS

Disc Handling Procedures

Disc Cleaning Guidelines

Disc Physical Precautions

5 RESTRICTIONS RELATED TO CD-R/RW STANDARDS

Audio CD-R/RW Disc Restrictions

Unit Recording Restrictions

Cross-Player Compatibility

6 CONNECTIONS

Analog Input/Output Connections

Digital Input/Output Connections

7 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel Overview

Rear Panel Connections

Display Indications Explained

8 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Remote Control Button Functions

Battery Installation and Usage

8 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Display Indicators Explained

Remote Operation Guidelines

9 SETUP METHOD

Synchro Recording and Track Settings

Playback and Text Editing Settings

Disc Insertion and Remote Control Overview

Inserting a Disc into the Unit

Remote Control Button Functions

Setup Methods for Recording

Synchro Recording Mode and Level Setup

Auto Track Mark (ATM) Setup

Fade-In and Fade-Out Recording Settings

Setting Fade-In Time

Setting Fade-Out Time

Scan Recording and Custom Index Settings

Intro Play Time for Scan Recording

Custom Index Setup

Skip Play and Timer Playback Settings

Setting the Skip Play Mode

Timer Playback Mode Setting

10 COPYING PROCEDURE

Copying Modes Overview

Copying Notes and Precautions

Copying Procedures

Copying Entire Discs

Copying Single Tracks

Scan Recording and External Recording

Selecting Tracks for Scan Recording

11 RECORDING FROM EXTERNAL DEVICES

1. Manual Recording Procedures

Starting Analog Recording

Starting Digital Recording

Recording Control Functions

Stopping and Temporarily Stopping Recording

Adding Track Numbers During Recording

Synchronized Recording Modes

Disc Synchronized Recording

Single Track Synchronized Recording

Fade-In and Fade-Out Recording

Fade-In Recording Process

Fade-Out Recording Process

12 NORMAL PLAYBACK

Starting Playback

13 VARIOUS PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

Track Selection and Searching

Finding Tracks and Positions

Advanced Playback Control