Page 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; C A U T I O N; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK; CLASS 1
I 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS C A U T I O N RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within anequilateral triangl...
Page 3 - II
II CAUTION: • The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items,such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. • No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. • Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of batter...
Page 4 - III
III A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING: This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with the local recyclingregulations.When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but...
Page 5 - ENGLISH; Contents
1 ENGLISH ENGLISH Contents Thank you for purchasing this DENON Personal Audio System.Please read the operation instructions thoroughly in order to acquaint yourself with the CD Receiver and achieve maximum satisfaction from it. Accessories ····························································...
Page 6 - Accessories; Cautions on installation; Getting Started
2 ENGLISH ENGLISH Accessories Check that the following parts are attached in addition to the mainunit: q Operating instructions .............................................................1 w Service station list....................................................................1 e Screw ............
Page 7 - Cautions on loading discs; Holding discs
Getting Started Getting Started 3 ENGLISH ENGLISH Cautions on loading discs • Only load one disc at a time. Loading two or more discs can damage the set or scratch the discs. • Do not use cracked or warped discs or discs that have been repaired with adhesive, etc. • Do not use discs on which the sti...
Page 8 - About the remote control unit
Getting Started Getting Started 4 ENGLISH ENGLISH About the remote control unit Inserting the batteries q Remove the remote controlunit’s rear cover. w Set two R6P/AA batteries inthe battery compartment inthe indicated direction. e Put the rear cover back on. Notes on batteries: • Replace the batter...
Page 9 - Display; q w e; Part names and functions
r Tuner reception mode indicators TUNED : Lights when AM or FM broadcasts are properly tuned in. AUTO : Lights when in the auto stereo mode. ST : Lights when a stereo broadcast isreceived while in the auto stereo mode. MONO : Lights when a monaural broadcast is received while in the auto stereo mode...
Page 10 - Rear panel; w e; Remote control unit
Getting Started Getting Started 6 ENGLISH ENGLISH Rear panel q u w e r t y q Analog input terminals ······················(10, 11) w DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT terminal ·············(11) e iPod CONTROL switch ·······················(10, 11) r SPEAKER SYSTEM terminals ····················(8) t Power supply ...
Page 11 - Cable indications; Connections
Audio cable Getting Started 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH OPEN/CLOSE button ·········································(12) Play button( 1 ) ···································(20) CD player operating buttons PAUSE button( 3 ) ····································(20) iPod REMOTE button ···························...
Page 12 - Speaker connections; Changing the speaker cable
Connections Connections 8 ENGLISH ENGLISH Speaker connections A CD receiver (RCD-S81) and speaker systems (SC-S81) can be easily connected to the S-81 using thespeaker cables included with the S-81. Note on speaker impedance If speakers with an impedance below the specified impedance (4 Ω /ohms) are...
Page 13 - Antenna connections; Installing the antenna
Connections Connections 9 ENGLISH ENGLISH Antenna connections Connecting the included antennas Assembling the AM loop antenna 2. Bend. 1. Remove. 3. Insert in holes. Connecting the AM loop antenna 1. Insert the antenna wire while pressing the lever. 2. Release the lever to fasten the antenna wire in...
Page 14 - Connecting a portable player; Connecting to an iPod
Connections Connections 10 ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting a portable player AUDIO LINE OUT B Connecting to an iPod ® iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. When using an exclusive control Dock for iPod R L R L Included with Control Dock for iPod • When u...
Page 15 - Connecting a CD recorder; Connecting the power supply cord; When using an Apple iPod Dock
Connections Connections 11 ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting a CD recorder R L AUDIO OUT OPTICAL IN R L R L A C Connecting the power supply cord AC 230 V, 50 Hz AC outlet (wall) Power supply cord CD recorder When using an Apple iPod Dock R L iPod •Switch iPod CONTROL on the rear panel to “AUX1 CONTROL”. iP...
Page 16 - Turning the power on; BAND; Basic Operation; Loading discs; TREBLE
12 ENGLISH ENGLISH Turning the power on [TUNER] [ D , H , G , F ] 9 [MENU/SET] [ 7 ] BAND SEARCH [ENTER/MEMO] [ 6 ] 8 ON/STANDBY [VOLUME] [OPEN/CLOSE] [SDB/TONE] 8 9 <VOLUME> <FUNCTION> TUNING BAND < 5 > ON/STANDBY About the button names in this explanation < > : Buttons on t...
Page 17 - Listening to radio broadcasts; Selecting a radio station; FUNCTION; FM AUTO
1 Can be selected when iPod CONTROL on the rear panel is switched to “iPod (FRONT)” and the included iPod cable isused. 2 Front IN can only be selected when a portable player is connected. 3 Can be selected when iPod CONTROL on the rear panel is switched to “AUX1 CONTROL” or “DOCK CONTROL” and anApp...
Page 18 - Listening to preset broadcast stations; Press; NUMBER; About the tuning and preset modes
Use <FUNCTION> or [TUNER] ( FUNCTION ) to select “TUNER”. • The reception frequency is displayed. Listening to radio broadcasts Listening to radio broadcasts 14 ENGLISH ENGLISH About the button names in this explanation < > : Buttons on the main unit [ ] : Buttons on the remote control u...
Page 19 - RDS search
Listening to radio broadcasts Listening to radio broadcasts 15 ENGLISH ENGLISH RDS (works only on the FM band) is a broadcasting service whichallows station to send additional information along with the regularradio program signal. ¢ Program Type (PTY) PTY identifies the type of RDS program. News Cu...
Page 20 - Using the timer function; Setting the current time; Before setting the timer
16 ENGLISH ENGLISH Using the timer function Press and hold [MENU/SET] . • “TIME Adj” is displayed.• The hour’s display flashes. Use 8 or 9 to set the hours to “19”. • “19” flashes. Setting the current time Press [CLOCK] . 2 Press [MENU/SET] simultaneously with the tone of a time casting, etc. • “TIM...
Page 21 - If you make a mistake while setting the timer:; To check the timer settings:; To delete the timer settings:; To stop the timer setting:; Setting the everyday or once timer
Using the timer function Using the timer function 17 ENGLISH ENGLISH ¢ If you make a mistake while setting the timer: q Press BAND at any step from 3 ~ 6 . w Use [MENU/SET] to select the item you want to correct, them make the correct setting. e Use [MENU/SET] to proceed to step 7 . ¢ To check the t...
Page 22 - Setting the sleep timer; Canceling the sleep timer:; Operation of the everyday and once timers
Using the timer function Using the timer function 18 ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting the sleep timer Example: Setting so that the power turns off in 80 minutes. Press [SLEEP] during playback. • The “SLEEP” indicator flashes. Press [SLEEP] repeatedly while the “SLEEP” indicator is flashing to select “80”. • ...
Page 23 - Making the speaker settings; Using other functions; Setting the low-power standby mode; Setting the speaker locations; Making the room damping setting
Using other functions 19 ENGLISH ENGLISH Use 8 or 9 to select “ON” or “OFF”, then press [MENU/SET] . Making the speaker settings 2 1 This procedure can be used to set the optimum sound quality for yourspeakers and the installation conditions in your room. Use [MENU/SET] to select “SPK OPTIMISE”. Usi...
Page 24 - To search forward at high speed:; RANDOM; Playing discs; Starting playback; TUNER; To stop playback
20 ENGLISH ENGLISH Press 8 or 9 during playback. The operation is as follows if the button is held in: 9 : Skip to the beginning of tracks several tracks on 8 : Skip to the beginning of tracks several tracks before Press and hold [ 7 ] during playback. Normal playback resumes when you release your f...
Page 25 - Listening in random order (Random playback); Checking the programmed tracks:
Playing discs Playing discs 21 ENGLISH In the stop mode, press [RANDOM] . • The “RANDOM” indicator lights. Press < 1 / 3 > or [ 1 ] . 1 2 Listening in random order (Random playback) • During programmed playback, press [REP 1/ALL] to play the programmed tracks repeatedly. ¢ Stopping random play...
Page 26 - Before playing MP3 or WMA files; Playing MP3 or WMA (Windows Media® Audio) files
22 ENGLISH ENGLISH Before playing MP3 or WMA files There are many music distribution sites on the Internet allowing you to download music files in MP3 or WMA (Windows Media® Audio) format.The music (files) downloaded from such sites can be stored on CD-R or CD-RW discs and played on the S-81. “Windo...
Page 27 - To change the folder to be played:; D H; To change the file to be played:; FOLDER MODE; Playing MP3 or WMA files
Playing MP3 or WMA files Playing MP3 or WMA files 23 ENGLISH ENGLISH Load a CD-R or CD-RW disc containing music filesin MP3 or WMA (Windows Media Audio) format intothe disc tray ( page 3). When in the folder mode:Use [FOLDER MODE] to turn on the “FLD” indicator, then use [ D D H H ] to select the fo...
Page 29 - Using an exclusive control Dock for iPod; System Operations; Auto power on function; Browse iPod; Other types of playback; Playing an iPod
25 ENGLISH ENGLISH Connect the Control Dock for iPod and S-81 (page 10). 1 Use <FUNCTION> or [AUX] (FUNCTION) to select “AUX1/iPod”. 2 The music on an iPod can be listened to using an Control Dock foriPod (ASD-1R (Sold separately)). For details on the Control Dock foriPod, inquire at your stor...
Page 30 - Others; Troubleshooting
ENGLISH ENGLISH Others 26 Symptom Cause Measures Page Others If a problem should arise, first check the following.1. Are all connections proper?2. Is the set being operated as described in the operating instructions?3. Are the speakers and other components operating properly? If this unit is not ope...
Page 31 - CD player section
Others 27 ENGLISH ENGLISH ¢ CD player section Page Measures Cause Symptom “00 Tr 00 : 00” is shownon the display eventhough a CD is loaded. • The disc is not properly loaded. • Reload the disc. 3 Disc is not played whenplay button is pressed. • The disc is dirty or scratched. • Wipe the dirt off the...
Page 32 - Specifications; Speakers
Others 28 ENGLISH ENGLISH Specifications ¢ Receiver section Rated output: 50 W + 50 W (4 Ω /ohms, 1 kHz, T.H.D. 10 %) Output terminals: Speaker: 4 Ω /ohms Audio input/output terminals: AUX 1 input terminal, AUX 2 input terminal, DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT terminal, iPod terminal, Portable input jack, Headp...
