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Denon DNS1200 - USB DJ CD Player User Manual

Denon DNS1200 - USB DJ CD Player
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CD/USB MEDIA PLAYER & CONTROLLER
DN-S1200
Owners Manual
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Denon DNS1200 - USB DJ CD Player Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDenon
ModelDNS1200
DisplayLCD
Fader StartYes
Analog OutputRCA
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Jog WheelYes
Playback FormatsMP3
USB PortYes
Digital OutputCoaxial
Loop ControlsYes
OutputsDigital Coaxial
Headphone Output1/4" Stereo Jack

Summary

Safety Precautions

General Safety Precautions

Warnings about electric shock, moisture, and general safety guidelines for operation.

Important Safety Instructions

Key safety guidelines and precautions for operating the equipment.

Operating Precautions

Environmental and Handling Notes

Advice on temperatures, power cord, moisture, foreign objects, chemicals, and disassembly.

Liquid and Flame Exposure Warnings

Precautions against liquids and open flames to prevent unit damage.

Power Disconnection and Compliance

Mains Power Disconnection

Procedure for safely disconnecting the unit from the power outlet.

Declaration of Conformity

Statement of compliance with relevant directives and standards.

Handling and Component Precautions

Power Cord and Unit Handling

Safe handling of the power cord and avoiding internal damage.

CD Handling and Operating Environment

Guidelines for CD usage and recommended operating temperature.

Main Features Overview

External Device and MIDI Control

Support for USB devices and MIDI control for DJ software.

Audio Processing and Effects

Internal audio processing, built-in effects, and platter effects.

Playback and Navigation Features

Hot Starts, Looping, Pitch Bend, BPM Counter, and Memo functions.

User Interface and Connectivity

Display, keyboard support, and software upgradeability.

Top Panel Controls and Functions

PLAY/PAUSE and CUE/STUTTER Buttons

Controls for playback, pausing, cueing, and stutter effects.

Effect and Mode Selection Buttons

Buttons for Filter, Flanger, Echo/Loop, and BPM functions.

Control Panel Functions

Playback Mode and Source Selection

TIME, CONT./SINGLE, SOURCE, and MEMO/PRESET buttons.

Track Navigation and Parameter Adjustment

QUICK JUMP, FAST SEARCH, PARAMETERS knob, and display functions.

Pitch and Playback Speed Controls

PITCH SLIDER, PITCH/KEY, RANGE, PITCH BEND, and JOG MODE.

Playback Effects and Modes

REVERSE, DUMP, BRAKE, PLAYLIST, and DISC EJECT buttons.

Panel Connections

Front Panel Features

Disc loading slot on the front panel.

Rear Panel Terminals

PS/2, Analog/Digital Outputs, D-Link, USB, Fader Start, and Power.

Display Indicators and Information

Playback Position and Loop Indicators

Visual cues for playback progress and loop status.

Character and File Information Displays

Displays for mode, file format, D-Link, keyboard, and key adjust status.

Time and Track Information Displays

Displays for elapsed/remaining time, track numbers, and source.

System Connections

Mixer and DN-S1200 Interconnection

Connecting mixer for fader control.

Linking Multiple DN-S1200 Units (D-Link)

Connecting units for data sharing and relay play.

Computer and USB Device Connections

Connecting to PCs and USB storage devices.

Device Compatibility and Switching

Supported Devices (PS/2 Keyboard, USB, iPod)

Compatibility notes for keyboards, USB drives, and iPods.

Switching Playback Sources

Procedures for selecting CD, USB, or PC modes.

USB MIDI Control and Audio

Using the unit as a MIDI controller and for USB audio.

Playback Modes

CD Track Selection

How to select tracks from a CD.

USB Track Selection

How to select tracks from USB memory devices.

USB File and Playlist Search

File Playback Search Flow

Diagram illustrating the file search process.

Playlist Playback Search Flow

Diagram illustrating the playlist search process.

File Search Procedures

File Playback Mode Search

Step-by-step guide for searching files in playback mode.

Advanced USB Search Options

Folder Name Searching

How to search files by folder name.

Playlist Search and Management

Searching playlists and using Top 40/Favorite lists.

Text-Based Searching

Searching with the PARAMETERS Knob

Using the knob for text input and character selection.

Searching with an External Keyboard

Using a keyboard for efficient text input and searching.

Basic Playback Operations

Playback, Pause, and Cue Point Management

Controlling playback start/stop and setting cue points.

Adjusting Playback Speed (Pitch)

Using the pitch slider and related functions to change speed.

Playback Speed and Advanced Modes

Temporary Pitch Adjustment

Using pitch bend for temporary speed changes.

Relay Playback Configuration

Setting up and using relay playback between units.

Power-On Playback Setting

Enabling automatic playback upon power activation.

Track Selection and Scratching

Next Track Function (CD/USB)

Selecting the next track smoothly during playback.

Scratch Playback Operation

How to select, start, and stop scratch playback.

Loop, Hot Start, and Stutter Functions

Setting Loop and Hot Start Points (A/B)

Defining A and B points for loops and hot starts.

Managing Loops and Stutter Play

Exiting/returning loops, using stutter play, and clearing points.

Fine-Tuning Playback and BPM Measurement

A/B Trim for Loop Adjustment

Fine-tuning loop points using the scratch disc.

Auto BPM Counter Functions

Using BPM LOCK, TAPPING, and MANUAL INPUT for BPM.

Built-in Effector Controls

Echo/Loop Effect Settings

Adjusting parameters for echo and loop effects.

Flanger Effect Settings

Adjusting parameters for the flanger effect.

Filter and Platter Effect Operations

Filter Effect Parameter Settings

Adjusting parameters for the filter effect.

Brake Effect Operation

Setting brake time and operating the brake function.

Special Playback Effects

Dump Play Functionality

Using the dump effect for reverse playback.

Reverse Playback Functionality

Activating and using reverse playback.

Memo Function Customization

Memo Function Overview and Modes

Understanding memo capabilities and selecting modes.

Storing Playback Data in Memory

Procedure for saving settings using Memo Set.

Memo Data Management and Character Input

Keyboard Input for Character Search

Using a keyboard for inputting text for searches.

Utility Functions Overview

Database Creation (DB Create)

Creating databases on USB devices for efficient searching.

Preset Data and Memo Data Management

Saving/loading presets and managing memo data.

Utility Mode Access

How to enter the utility mode.

Database and Preset Data Management

Creating Full and Temporary Databases

Procedures for creating different types of databases.

Preset Data Export and Import

Saving and loading preset configurations.

Memo Data Operations

Managing memo data, including import.

Data Management and Initialization

Memo Data Export Procedure

Saving memo data from the unit to a device.

Unit Initialization and USB Formatting

Restoring factory defaults and formatting USB devices.

Preset Mode Configuration

Entering and Navigating Preset Mode

Steps to access and use the preset settings.

Configurable Preset Items

Detailed list of all user-configurable settings.

Preset Configuration and File Compatibility

Advanced Preset Settings

Version display, touch sensitivity, and factory reset.

Supported File Formats

Information on compatible MP3/WAV file types and metadata.

Technical Specifications

General Device Specifications

Type, media, dimensions, weight, and power supply details.

Audio Section Specifications

Technical audio output parameters.

Functionality Specifications

Details on functions like pitch, search, and file limits.

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