Page 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; C A U T I O N; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK; SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; ENGLISH
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 FCC INFORMATION (For US customers) 1. PRODUCT This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received,including interference that may ca...
Page 4 - III; NOTE ON USE
III 2 NOTE ON USE • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in arack. • Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. • Keep the apparatus free from moisture, water, and dust. • Unplug the power cord when not using the apparatus for lon...
Page 5 - 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 Personal Audio System 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 Warranty (for North America model only ) ...............................1 e Service station list..............
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; e r t; Remote control unit
Getting Started Getting Started 6 ENGLISH ENGLISH Rear panel w o q e r t y u i Remote control unit BAND button ·········································(14) TUNING button ·········································(14) ENTER/MEMO button ·········································(14) Tuner operating but...
Page 11 - Cable indications; Connections
Getting Started 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH OPEN/CLOSE button ·········································(13) Play button( 1 ) ···································(22) CD player operating buttons PAUSE button( 3 ) ····································(22) 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 the XM terminal; Connecting a portable player; Connecting to an iPod
Connections Connections 10 ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting the XM terminal • S-81 Personal Audio System is an XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Passport System (sold separately) and subscribing to the XM service. • Plug the XM Passport System into XM terminal...
Page 15 - When using an exclusive control Dock for iPod; When using an Apple iPod Dock
Connections Connections 11 ENGLISH 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 using an Control Dock for iPod, we recommend using the exclusive Control Dock f...
Page 16 - Connecting a CD recorder; Connecting the power supply cord
Connections Connections 12 ENGLISH Connecting a CD recorder R L AUDIO OUT OPTICAL IN R L R L A C Connecting the power supply cord AC 120 V, 60 Hz AC outlet (wall) Power supply cord CD recorder ENGLISH
Page 17 - Turning the power on; Basic Operation; Loading discs; TREBLE
13 ENGLISH Turning the power on 9 8 ON/STANDBY [VOLUME] [OPEN/CLOSE] [SDB/TONE] <VOLUME> < 5 > ON/STANDBY 8 9 About the button names in this explanation < > : Buttons on the main unit [ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit Button name only : Buttons on the main unit and remote co...
Page 18 - Listening to radio broadcasts; Selecting a radio station; FUNCTION; FM station reception conditions; BAND
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 19 - Use; Listening to preset broadcast stations; Press; NUMBER; About the tuning and preset modes; To change the name of a preset station:
Listening to radio broadcasts Listening to radio broadcasts 15 ENGLISH Use <FUNCTION> or [TUNER] ( FUNCTION ) to select “TUNER”. • The reception frequency is displayed. Presetting broadcast stations automatically(Auto preset) Listening to preset broadcast stations Press and hold < 1 / 3 >...
Page 20 - RDS search; PTY search; TP search; XM Satellite Radio
Listening to radio broadcasts Listening to radio broadcasts 16 ENGLISH Use BAND to select “FM AUTO”. 1 Press [RDS] . 2 Press [SEARCH] . • Automatically begin the RDS search operation. If no RDS station is found, “NO PROGRAM” is displayed. 3 RDS search Use BAND to select “FM AUTO”. 1 Press [RDS] twic...
Page 21 - Category search; F G; A Warning Against Reverse Engineering; Direct access of channels
Listening to radio broadcasts Listening to radio broadcasts 17 ENGLISH ENGLISH Hardware and required $12.95 monthly service subscription soldseparately. Other fees and taxes, including a one-time activationfee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees andprogramming subject to change. C...
Page 22 - Using the timer function; Setting the current time; Before setting the timer
18 ENGLISH ENGLISH [MENU/SET] [CLOCK] ON/STANDBY 9 BAND 8 8 9 ON/STANDBY BAND TUNING About the button names in this explanation < > : Buttons on the main unit [ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit Button name only : Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit Using the timer function P...
Page 23 - Setting the everyday or once timer; If you make a mistake while setting the timer:; To check the timer settings:; To delete the timer settings:; To stop the timer setting:
Using the timer function Using the timer function 19 ENGLISH Setting the everyday or once timer Be sure to set the current time first ( page 18). Example 1: Listening to preset number “3” with the everyday timer • To use the timer function to listen to AM or FM broadcasts, be sure to preset the desi...
Page 24 - Canceling the sleep timer:
Using the timer function Using the timer function 20 ENGLISH About the button names in this explanation < > : Buttons on the main unit [ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit Button name only : Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit [MENU/SET] [SLEEP] 9 8 8 9 ENGLISH ¢ Canceling the...
Page 25 - Using other functions; Setting the low-power standby mode; Making the speaker settings; Setting the speaker locations; Making the room damping setting
Using other functions 21 ENGLISH Using other functions 10 SEC (Set upon purchase) : The display automatically turns off after approximately 10 seconds. CONTINUE: Displayed continuously. Setting the low-power standby mode Setting the time display time in the standby mode Use 8 or 9 to select “10SEC” ...
Page 26 - RANDOM; To search forward at high speed:; Playing discs; Starting playback; TUNER; To stop playback
22 ENGLISH About the button names in this explanation < > : Buttons on the main unit [ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit Button name only : Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit 9 [ 3 ] 8 [ 7 ] [ 6 ] 2 [CD] [ 1 ] [TIME/DISPLAY] 8 9 < 1 / 3 > <FUNCTION> 2 ENGLISH [NU...
Page 27 - Checking the programmed tracks:; Listening in random order (Random playback)
Playing discs Playing discs 23 ENGLISH Playing the desired track (Direct play) Use [NUMBER] ( 1 ~ 9, 0/10, +10 ) to select the track. For track numbers 1 to 10, press the corresponding ( [1] to [0/10] ). For track numbers 11 and on, first press [+10] then press [1] to [0/10] . Example: Track 4 : [4]...
Page 28 - Playing MP3 or WMA (Windows Media® Audio) files
24 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. “Windows Media...
Page 29 - 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 25 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 folder to ...
Page 31 - Using an exclusive control Dock for iPod; Using an Apple iPod Dock; System Operations; Auto power on function; Browse iPod; Other types of playback; Playing an iPod
27 ENGLISH Connect the Control Dock for iPod and S-81 (page 11). 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 store of p...
Page 32 - Others; Troubleshooting
ENGLISH Others 28 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 operating p...
Page 33 - CD player section
Others 29 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 disc or...
Page 34 - Specifications; Speakers
Others 30 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, MONO output terminalPortab...
