Preparations Operations DSD-300 PORTABLE SPEAKER DOCK Informations Owner’s Manual
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. 8. 9. 10.
IC Information (For Canadian customers) 1. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Product Name: Portable Speaker Dock Model Number: DSD-300 This product contains FCC ID: PPQ-DSD300. This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 is equipped with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, allowing you to enjoy high-quality sound anywhere without a power outlet. Equipped with a Dock that supports iPhone® and iPod touch® (vpage 6) In addition to music files stored on PC and music servers on the network, you can enjoy various audio sources on the Internet such as the Internet radio. Equipped with an organic EL display with great visibility High contrast with low power can be achieved.
Remote operation nnBefore using Remove the insulating sheet before using the remote control unit. • If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries. • Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long periods. • Used batteries should be disposed of in accordance with the local regulations regarding battery disposal.
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. Connecting the power cord When all of the connections are completed, insert the power plug into the power outlet.
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 or iPod touch. 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. • “Cocoon App” is free. • Before turning this unit on, make sure that an Ethernet cable is not connected to this unit.
Network connections and settings iPod q Enter the encryption key of your router that is connected to your iPod or iPhone. 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 and iPod When connected to this unit (vpage 14) When using AirPlay (vpage 15) • Internet radio (vpage 17) • Portable player (vpage 17) • Music server (PC on the network) (vpage 18) 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. 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 Playing a portable player 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 or “Preset 3”. Playback starts. • Use Cocoon App to change preset details.