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Denon RCD-M38 User Manual

Denon RCD-M38
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CD RECEIVER
RCD-M38
Owners Manual
Manuel de l’Utilisateur
Manual del usuario
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Denon RCD-M38 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDenon
ModelRCD-M38
CategoryCar Receiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Precautions

Risk of Electric Shock

Warnings about opening the unit and user-serviceable parts.

Important Safety Instructions

List of 15 essential safety guidelines for using the appliance.

Fire and Moisture Warning

Caution to avoid exposure to rain or moisture to prevent fire or electric shock.

Laser Safety Warning

Caution regarding hazardous radiation exposure from controls or procedures.

Installation and Usage Cautions

FCC Compliance Information

Details on radio frequency compliance for US customers.

Installation Placement Guidelines

Recommendations for proper unit placement and ventilation.

General Operating Notes

Important observations for optimal use and care of the unit.

Getting Started

Supplied Accessories

List of items included with the product for initial setup.

Key Product Features Overview

Highlights of the unit's amplifier, iPod/iPhone direct play, and sound design.

Handling, Care, and Environment

Instructions on proper handling, ventilation, and condensation prevention.

Manual Navigation and Symbols

Explanation of manual conventions, symbols, and illustrations.

Disc Handling and Playback

Playable Disc Types and Formats

Information on compatible discs like Music CDs and CD-R/CD-RW.

Disc Loading and Care

Proper methods for holding, loading, cleaning, and storing discs.

Remote Control Battery Setup

Step-by-step guide to insert batteries into the remote control.

System Components Overview

Front Panel Controls and Ports

Detailed labeling of buttons and ports on the unit's front panel.

Remote Control Operating Range

Information on the effective distance and angles for remote control use.

Unit Displays and Rear Panel

Display Indicators Explained

Meanings of symbols and text shown on the unit's display.

Rear Panel Terminal Identification

Identification of all input/output terminals on the rear of the unit.

Remote Control Button Functions

Buttons for All Sources

Buttons usable across CD, Tuner, iPod, and USB sources.

CD Playback Specific Buttons

Specific buttons for controlling CD playback operations.

Remote Control for Tuner and USB/iPod

Tuner Control Buttons

Buttons for operating the tuner section, including tuning and presets.

USB/iPod Control Buttons

Buttons for controlling playback from iPod or USB storage devices.

Basic Connections Guide

Speaker Connection Procedure

Detailed steps for connecting speakers, including polarity.

Connecting External Audio Devices

How to connect external audio components like CD or MD recorders.

Antenna Setup for Radio

Instructions for attaching FM and AM antennas for radio reception.

Power Cord Connection

Proper procedure for connecting the unit to the AC power outlet.

Basic Operations and Setup

Manual Button Symbol Key

Key to symbols used to represent buttons in the manual.

Powering On and Off Procedures

Procedures for turning the unit on, off, and standby modes.

Setting the Current Time

Steps to set the 12-hour display clock for accurate timekeeping.

Playback Operations

Volume and Input Source Selection

How to control the volume level and select audio input sources.

CD Playback Preparation

Procedures required before starting CD playback.

Turning Power Off Safely

Correct procedure for powering down the unit without issues.

Playback Adjustments and Modes

Tone Controls and Muting Sound

Adjusting bass, treble, balance, and muting the sound output.

Display Brightness and Headphone Use

Adjusting screen brightness and listening via headphones.

CD Playback Functions

Basic CD Playback and Controls

How to start playing a CD and basic playback operations.

Repeat and Random Playback Modes

Setting repeat modes (single/all) and random playback options.

Programmed Track Playback

Creating and managing custom track sequences for playback.

Display Information Switching

Changing the information shown on the display during CD playback.

Tuner Operations

Tuning Broadcast Stations

How to tune into FM and AM radio stations using the unit.

Automatic FM Station Presets

Setting up automatic presets for FM broadcast stations.

Manual FM/AM Station Presets

Manually tuning and saving FM/AM stations with custom names.

Advanced Connections Guide

Connecting iPod Control Dock

Setting up a DENON control dock for iPod connectivity.

Connecting USB Memory Devices

Connecting and preparing USB storage for audio playback.

Direct iPod Connection

Connecting an iPod directly to the unit's USB port for playback.

Advanced Playback Features

MP3/WMA Folder and File Structure

How MP3/WMA files are organized and played from folders.

iPod/iPhone Operation Modes

Managing iPod/iPhone playback using remote control or the unit.

Portable Audio Player Connectivity

Connecting and playing audio from external portable devices.

MP3 and WMA File Playback Details

MP3/WMA Playback Steps

Detailed instructions for playing MP3 and WMA files from discs.

Playback Modes and Display Options

Using repeat modes and switching the display during MP3/WMA playback.

iPod and iPhone Operations

iPod/iPhone Remote Control Navigation

Using the remote control for iPod/iPhone playback and navigation.

Disconnecting iPod/iPhone Safely

Proper procedure for safely disconnecting an iPod or iPhone.

USB Memory Device Operations

USB Playback Control and Modes

Managing playback, stopping, repeating, and switching displays for USB devices.

Setting Timers for Playback

Configuring everyday, once, and sleep timers for automatic operation.

Timer Configuration and Sleep Timer

Timer Activation and Settings Check

Enabling/disabling timers and verifying their configured settings.

Sleep Timer Functionality

Setting the sleep timer to automatically turn off the unit after a delay.

Additional Unit Functions

Optimizing Filter and Auto Features

Using the optimizing filter and auto power/standby functions.

Microprocessor Reset Procedure

Procedure to reset the microprocessor to default factory settings.

Explanation of Terms and Troubleshooting

Technical Terms Glossary

Definitions of audio and technical terms used throughout the manual.

General Troubleshooting Steps

Initial checks and common solutions for unit malfunctions.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

Remote Control and CD Playback Problems

Solutions for issues related to the remote control and CD playback.

Tuner and USB/iPod Connectivity Issues

Troubleshooting steps for tuner reception and USB/iPod connection problems.

Product Specifications

Audio and Tuner Specifications

Technical details for the audio amplifier and tuner sections.

CD, Clock, and General Specifications

Specifications for CD playback, clock, power, and physical dimensions.

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