TURNTABLE
DP-300F
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODE D’EMPLOI
INSTRUCCIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
ESPAÑOL FRANCAIS ENGLISH
2 NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTAS SOBRE EL USO
FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)
1. PRODUCT
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.
2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this
manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by
DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
• Do not let foreign objects into the apparatus.
• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans l’appareil.
• No deje objetos extraños dentro del equipo.
• Keep the apparatus free from moisture, water, and
dust.
• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et
lapoussière.
• Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad, agua y
polvo.
3. NOTE
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed
in a rack.
• Eviter des températures élevées.
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de l’installation sur une étagère.
• Evite altas temperaturas.
Permite la suficiente dispersión del calor cuando
está instalado en la consola.
This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come
in contact with the apparatus.
• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du
benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
• No permita el contacto de insecticidas, gasolina y
diluyentes con el equipo.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or
an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the
apparatus for long periods of time.
• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation lorsque
l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues
périodes.
• Desconecte el cordón de energía cuando no utilice
el equipo por mucho tiempo.
• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec
précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du cordon.
• Maneje el cordón de energía con cuidado.
Sostenga el enchufe cuando desconecte el cordón
de energía.
• Never disassemble or modify the apparatus in any
way.
• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil d’une
manière ou d’une autre.
• Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo de ninguna
manera.
* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.
• No obstruya los orificios de ventilación.
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Getting Started
• Before turning the power switch on
Getting Started
Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are
not problems with the connection cables. Always set the power
switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting
connection cables.
Thank you very much for purchasing the DENON turntable.
Please read the operating instructions thoroughly in order to acquaint yourself with the turntable system and achieve maximum
satisfaction from it.
• Store these instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty card in
a safe place.
• About the power switch
This turntable is not equipped with a primary power switch. The
power switch is incorporated in the tone arm of the turntable. The
power to the turntable is cut when the tone arm returns to the tone
arm rest. Note however, that the power is not completely turned off
in this case. If you wish to completely turn the power off,
disconnect the power supply cord from the household AC outlet.
Contents
• Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from
the actual unit for explanation purposes.
Getting Started
Before using
Accessories
About the equalizer switch
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Accessories
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Assembly
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• Protect the turntable too
• Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Check that the following parts are attached in addition to the main
unit:
Mounting the turntable
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Mounting the counterweight
Mounting the head shell with cartridge
Mounting the dust cover
Adjustments
Stylus pressure and anti-skating adjustment
Part names and functions
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• Always pull out by the plug and never the cable.
• Only let a qualified professional repair or reassemble the turntable.
An unauthorized person might touch the internal parts and receive
a serious electric shock.
• Never allow a child to put anything, especially metal, into the
turntable.
q Operating instructions ............................................................1
w Warranty .................................................................................1
e Service station list ..................................................................1
r Turntable (with belt)................................................................1
t Turntable sheet.......................................................................1
y Adapter for 45 rpm records....................................................1
u Head shell with cartridge........................................................1
i Dust cover ..............................................................................1
o Counterweight........................................................................1
! Hinges.....................................................................................2
! Spare lead wire.......................................................................1
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• What you should know to protect yourself
• Use only a household AC power source. Never use a DC power
source.
• If water is spilled on the turntable, disconnect it and call your
dealer.
• Make sure that the turntable is well ventilated and away from
direct sunlight.
• To avoid damage to the internal circuits and the external surface,
keep it away from heat (stoves, etc.).
• Avoid using spray type insecticide near the turntable it can
damage the finish and might ignite suddenly.
• To avoid damaging the finish, never use paint thinner or other
similar chemicals to clean the turntable.
Connections
Operation
Starting playback using the auto play function
Starting playback manually
Stopping playback in the middle of a record
Replacing the stylus
Replacing the cartridge
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Others
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Troubleshooting
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Specifications
• Place the turntable on a flat and solid surface.
• If you don’t plan to use the turntable for a long period of time,
disconnect the power supply cord.
• To protect the insulators, always lift the turntable when you move
it. And before moving the turntable, disconnect all the connecting
cables.
Before using
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Pay attention to the following before using this unit:
• Power requirements
Power requirements for electrical equipment differ from area to
area. Please ensure that your machine meets the power
requirements in your area.
• When transporting the turntable over a long distance, place it in its
original box wrapped in protective wrappers.
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If it doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
• Moving the unit
To prevent short-circuits or damaged wires in the connection
cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect the
connection cables between all other audio components when
moving the unit.
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Getting Started
Getting Started
About the equalizer switch
Mounting the counterweight
Square hole
This record player comes with a built-in equalizer.
Switch as shown below according to the terminal being used.
Insert the counterweight onto the shaft at the back of the
tone arm and screw it in.
Turntable sheet
Turntable
OFF:
Mount with the stylus pressure adjustment ring towards the
front.
When connecting to the PHONO input terminal
(The record player’s equalizer cannot be used.)
ON:
Ribbon tape
When connecting a terminal other than the PHONO input terminal
(The record player’s equalizer can be used.)
Mounting the head shell with cartridge
Counterweight
Insert the head shell with cartridge onto the tone arm
Stylus pressure
adjustment ring
and fasten it in place with the lock nut (
page 6).
• The equalizer switch is set to the “ON” position upon shipment
from the factory. Be sure to check before mounting the turntable
and turntable sheet.
• The sound may be extremely weak or distorted if the equalizer
switch is not properly set.
Twist tie for
clamping
Mounting the dust cover
the tone arm
Tone arm
Lock nut
Head shell with
cartridge
Dust
cover
Hinge
Hinge retainer
section
Center spindle
Roller
Holder
Assembly
Cabinet
NOTE:
• Do not remove the twist tie for clamping the tone arm until
assembly is completed.
• Do not connect the power supply cord until assembly is
completed.
Insert the 2 included hinges securely into the holders
1 at the back of the cabinet.
Belt
Mount the hinge retainer sections of the dust cover
Mounting the turntable
2 onto the hinges.
• Insert fully in the direction of the arrow.
• When removing the dust cover, open the dust cover fully then
pull out in the direction opposite the arrow.
Mount the turntable on the center spindle.
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Equalizer
switch
Ribbon tape
Turn the turntable so that the roller is visible through
2 the square hole with the ribbon tape for catching the
Square hole
belt.
• Hold the dust cover near the hinge retainer sections when mounting
and removing it.
Pinch the ribbon tape and catch the belt on the outer
3 center of the roller.
• Remove the ribbon tape once the belt is caught.
• Turn turntable slowly 5 or 6 turns. The belt is caught at the
center of the roller.
Once assembly is finished, remove the twist tie for
clamping the tone arm.
Mount the turntable sheet.
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Getting Started
Getting Started
Adjustments
Balance the tone arm.
Turn the counterweight in the direction of arrow “A”
3 • Move the counterweight forward or backward so that the tone 6 and set to the appropriate stylus pressure for the
Turn the power off when making the adjustments.
arm is parallel to the turntable surface when you are not
touching it.
cartridge.
Counterweight
The appropriate stylus pressure for the included cartridge is 2.0 g.
Set to “2”.
Stylus pressure
adjustment ring
Turntable surface
Tone arm
Counterweight
Anti-skating knob
Turn the anti-skating knob and set to the same value
7 as for the cartridge’s stylus pressure.
Lifter lever
Armrest
• The proper anti-skating value can be achieved.
Tone arm
Cartridge
Turntable
Setting reference point
(Weight too far to the back)
(Weight too far to the front)
Set the tone arm back on the armrest.
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Stylus pressure and anti-skating adjustment
Holding the counterweight with a finger so that it
NOTE:
5 does not move, turn the stylus pressure adjustment
• Be very careful not to damage the stylus tip on the turntable
sheet, etc.
ring so that it’s “0” mark is lined up with the center
line of the tone arm’s rear shaft.
Set the anti-skating knob to “0”.
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A
Counterweight
Lower the lifter lever and move the tone arm over the
2 turntable.
Stylus pressure
adjustment ring
For cartridges with removable stylus covers, remove the stylus
cover.
Center line
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Part names and functions
Connections
For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
NOTE:
• Turn off the power of the device to which the record player is being connected. Do not plug the
record player’s power plug into a power outlet until all connections are finished.
• Check that all connections are proper, then plug the record player’s power plug into the AC outlet on
the amplifier or into a household AC power outlet.
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¢When connecting to the PHONO input terminal
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Equalizer switch : OFF (
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Power outlet
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Pre-main amplifier
Pin-plug cable
PHONO IN
(length: approx. 3 ft/1.0 m)
L
L
R
R
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q w
¢When connecting a terminal other than the PHONO input terminal
Equalizer switch : ON (
page 2)
q START button ·············································(5)
• Starts playback.
u SPEED button (£ 45 / ¢ 33)··················(5)
• Set according to the speed (revolutions per
minute) of the record to be played.
w STOP button ···············································(5)
• Stops playback.
i Lifter lever···················································(3)
o Anti-skating knob·······································(3)
! Stylus pressure adjustment ring ··············(3)
! Counterweight············································(3)
! Dust cover···················································(2)
! Equalizer switch ·········································(2)
! Dust cover hinge ········································(2)
e Finger catch
Power outlet
r Lock nut ··················································(2, 7)
t Armrest
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
y SIZE button (£ 17 / ¢ 30)······················(5)
• Set according to the size of the record to be
played (11 ft/30 cm or 6 ft/17 cm).
Pre-main amplifier
or
audio system
AUDIO IN
(AUX IN)
L
L
R
R
• If the player starts operating when the power supply cord is plugged in, press the STOP button.
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Operation
Starting playback using the auto play function
Starting playback manually
Operation
Raise the stylus cover before starting playback.
Place the record on the turntable.
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Place the record on the turntable.
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For EP (“doughnut”) records, use the 45 rpm adapter.
For EP (“doughnut”) records, use the 45 rpm adapter.
Set the record’s playing speed using SPEED.
2
Set the record’s playing speed using SPEED.
For 33 1/3 records ...........................Set to ¢ 33
For 45 records .................................Set to £ 45
Lifter lever
SPEED
SIZE
Armrest
Tone arm
2
For 33 1/3 records ...........................Set to ¢ 33
For 45 records .................................Set to £ 45
Raise the lifter lever and holding the head shell’s
3 finger catch move the tone arm to the beginning of
Set the record size using SIZE.
the selection you want to play.
3
Finger catch
For 30 cm records ...........................Set to ¢ 30 cm
For 17 cm records ...........................Set to £ 17 cm
Lower the lifter lever.
STOP
4 • The tone arm lowers the stylus tip slowly onto the record and
playback starts.
Press START and hold it in for about 1 second.
START
4 • The turntable starts turning and playback starts automatically.
• Once the record is played, the tone arm returns to its original
position and the turntable automatically stops turning.
Turntable
NOTE:
• Be careful not to scratch the record.
¢Opening the stylus cover
Stopping playback in the middle of a record
• Once you have finished playing records, lower the stylus cover to
protect the stylus tip.
Playback
position
• This set has an “auto return” function by which the tone arm
automatically returns to its original position once a specific point is
reached after a record finishes playing. Though there is no problem
with records of normal size, with records including grooves up to
this point, the auto return function may be activated before playback
is finished.
Press STOP.
Cartridge
• Playback stops and the tone arm returns to its original position.
Stylus cover
It is also possible to stop playback by raising the lifter lever. In
this case lift it using the head shell’s finger catch and move the
tone arm back to the arm rest.
Position when not in use
NOTE:
• Do not touch the tone arm or turntable or turn off the power
while a record is playing.
• The auto play system cannot be used for 9 ft/25 cm records.
In this case operate manually. If the tone arm does not return to
its original position after playback stops, press STOP.
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Operation
Operation
¢Mounting the cartridge
Replacing the stylus
Replacing the cartridge
1. Connect the lead wires. They are color-coded as shown below. Be
careful to connect them properly.
The included stylus has a service life of about 400 hours. To avoid If you wish to mount a different cartridge on this player, use one
damaging valuable records, replace the stylus without delay. weighing about 4.5 to 9.5 g.
RED .........................Right channel (R)
Purchase a replacement stylus at the store where you purchased the To purchase a head shell only, ask for a “PCL-310BK” exclusively for
record player or your nearest repair and inquiry outlet. Specify that you the DP-300F at your store of purchase or nearest repair and inquiry
WHITE .....................Left channel (L)
GREEN.....................Right channel ground (RG)
BLUE .......................Left channel ground (LG)
2. To achieve the required overhang, mount in such a way that the
stylus tip is positioned about 1 ft/45 mm from the edge of the head
shell’s mount surface (the rubber washer), as shown on the
diagram below. (The overhang for this player should be 0.75 ft/19
mm.)
want the “DSN-85” replacement stylus exclusively for the DP-300F.
outlet.
¢Removing the cartridge
¢Removing the replaceable stylus
1. Turn the head shell lock nut in the direction of the arrow and
remove the head shell.
Holding the cartridge steady with one hand, grasp the replaceable
stylus with the other hand, push down in the direction of arrow q,
then pull the stylus off gently in the direction of arrow w.
2. Remove the cartridge mount screws.
3. Disconnect the lead wires on the cartridge side.
q
• After replacing the cartridge, do not forget to readjust the horizontal
balance, stylus pressure, and anti-skating value (
page 3).
Cartridge
• The thickness of the terminal depends on the replacement cartridge,
and some may not connect securely. In this case, use the included
spare lead wire.
Lock nut
w
Head shell
Mount parallel.
Mount perpendicular.
¢Mounting the replaceable stylus
Holding the cartridge steady with one hand, grasp the replaceable
stylus with the other hand, point the catch on the replaceable
stylus in the direction of arrow q, insert it all the way into the long
hole in the cartridge, then push up in the direction of arrow w until
a click is heard.
Cartridge mount screw
Washer
1 ft/
45 mm
(Front side of head shell)
w
q
(Back side of head shell)
Above
Lead wire
(WHITE) L
(RED) R
Cartridge
Nut
• Before replacing the stylus, turn off the amplifier’s power and
unplug the player’s power supply cord.
(BLUE) LG
(GREEN) RG
• The stylus tip is an extremely delicate part, so handle it very
carefully. Use a soft brush to gently remove any dust from the stylus
tip.
(Backside of cartridge)
• Removing the head shell makes it easy to replace the stylus.
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Others
Troubleshooting
Specifications
If a problem should arise, first check the following.
1. Are the connections correct?
2. Have you operated the player according to the Operating Instructions?
If this unit is not operating properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist,
there may be a malfunction. Disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.
Power supply:
Power consumption:
Maximum external dimensions:
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
2 W
With dust cover closed :
434 (W) x 122 (H) x 381 (D) mm
(17-3/32” x 4-51/64” x 15”) (including protruding parts)
With dust cover open :
434 (W) x 386 (H) x 413 (D) mm
(17-3/32” x 15-13/64” x 16-19/64”) (including protruding parts)
Symptom
Cause
Measures
Page
Check the connection.
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• Power supply cord is not fully
inserted.
• Drive belt is detached from the
turntable.
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Mass:
Drive type:
Motor:
Speed:
Wow & flutter:
S/N ratio:
5.5 kg (12 lbs 2 oz)
Belt drive
DC servo motor
33-1/3 rpm, 45 rpm
0.10 % W.R.M.S
60 dB
Static balance straight type tone arm
221.5 mm
19 mm
Check the drive belt and driving roller.
If the drive belt is detached from the
turntable, attach it using the
procedure described below.
1.Remove the turntable and turn it
upside down.
2.Catch the belt on the inside perimeter.
3.Turn the turntable back right side up
and pass the tape ribbon through the
hole and between the turn tape and
drive belt.
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Power does not turn
on.
Turntable does not turn.
Tone arm:
Effective arm length:
Overhang:
Cartridge:
MM type
Output voltage:
With equalizer OFF : 2.5 mV
With equalizer ON : 150 mV
2.0 g
4.Mount the turntable, referring to the
assembly instructions on page 2.
Optimum stylus pressure:
Replaceable stylus number:
DSN-85
Check the connection.
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• The pin-plug cable is not properly
connected.
• The amplifier’s function is not set for
the terminals to which the turntable is
connected.
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Stylus pressure adjustment range: 0 ~ 4.0 g
One step 0.1 g
Suitable cartridge empty weight : 4.5 ~ 9.5 g
Check the amplifier’s settings.
No sound is produced.
Head shell weight:
10.0 g (including screws and nuts)
Check the stylus.
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Head shell part number:
PCL-310BK
• The replaceable stylus is not properly
mounted.
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* For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Remove the dirt or replace the stylus.
Replace the stylus.
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• The stylus or record is dirty.
• The stylus is worn or the record is
scratched.
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The sound is scratchy,
the stylus skips or the
sound is distorted.
Check the record.
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The sound is either
extremely weak or too
strong and distorted.
Set the switch according to the
terminal to which the player is
connected.
• The equalizer switch is not set at the
proper position.
Move the player and speakers apart.
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• The player is too close to the
speakers.
• The player is placed in an unstable
position.
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Howling is produced.
Check the player’s place of installation.
Adjust the amplifier’s volume.
Remove the tone arm’s clamp.
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• The playback sound is too loud.
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The tone arm does not
move even when the
START button is
pressed.
• The tone arm is clamped to the
armrest.
• The power supply cord is not properly
connected.
Check the connection of the power
supply cord.
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