DENON DP-300F (01) PDF Document

Please check that the following parts are attached in addition to the main DENON DP-300F unit:

1. Operating instructions (1)

2. Service station list (1)

3. Turntable with belt (1)

4. Turntable sheet (1)

5. Adapter for 45 rpm records (1)

6. Head shell with cartridge (1)

7. Dust cover (1)

8. Counterweight (1)

9. Hinges (2)

10. Spare lead wire (1)

Before beginning assembly, do not remove the twist tie for clamping the tone arm and do not connect the power supply cord until assembly is complete.

Step 1. Mount the turntable platter on the center spindle.

Step 2. Turn the turntable so that the roller is visible through the square hole with the ribbon tape for catching the belt.

Step 3. Pinch the ribbon tape and catch the belt on the outer center of the roller. Remove the ribbon tape once the belt is caught. Turn the turntable slowly 5 or 6 turns to ensure the belt is caught at the center of the roller.

Step 4. Mount the turntable sheet on the platter.

Once assembly is finished, you can remove the twist tie for clamping the tone arm.

The DENON DP-300F has a built-in equalizer. The switch setting depends on the input terminal you are connecting to on your amplifier or audio system.

OFF: Set the switch to OFF when connecting to a PHONO input terminal. In this case, the record player’s internal equalizer cannot be used.

ON: Set the switch to ON when connecting to a terminal other than a PHONO input (e.g., AUX, LINE IN). In this case, the record player’s internal equalizer can be used.

Note: The equalizer switch is set to the “ON” position upon shipment from the factory. If the switch is not set properly, the sound may be extremely weak or distorted.

Mounting the counterweight:

Insert the counterweight onto the shaft at the back of the tone arm and screw it in. Ensure you mount it with the stylus pressure adjustment ring facing towards the front.

Mounting the head shell with cartridge:

Insert the head shell with cartridge onto the tone arm and fasten it in place with the lock nut.

Step 1. Insert the 2 included hinges securely into the holders at the back of the cabinet.

Step 2. Mount the hinge retainer sections of the dust cover onto the hinges. Insert them fully in the direction of the arrow.

When mounting or removing the dust cover, hold it near the hinge retainer sections. To remove the dust cover, open it fully then pull out in the direction opposite the arrow.

Turn the power off when making these adjustments. Be careful not to damage the stylus tip on the turntable sheet.

Step 1. Set the anti-skating knob to “0”.

Step 2. Lower the lifter lever and move the tone arm over the turntable. If the cartridge has a removable stylus cover, remove it.

Step 3. Balance the tone arm by moving the counterweight forward or backward until the tone arm is parallel to the turntable surface when you are not touching it.

Step 4. Set the tone arm back on the armrest.

Step 5. Hold the counterweight with a finger so it does not move. Turn only the stylus pressure adjustment ring so that its “0” mark is lined up with the center line of the tone arm’s rear shaft.

Step 6. Turn the counterweight and ring together and set to the appropriate stylus pressure for the cartridge. The appropriate stylus pressure for the included cartridge is 2.0 g, so you should set the ring to “2”.

Step 7. Turn the anti-skating knob and set it to the same value as the cartridge’s stylus pressure (e.g., “2”).

Before connecting, turn off the power of the device to which the record player is being connected. Do not plug the DENON DP-300F’s power plug into an outlet until all connections are finished.

Connecting to a PHONO input terminal:

1. Set the Equalizer switch on the back of the turntable to OFF.

2. Connect the pin-plug cable to the PHONO IN L (white) and R (red) terminals on your pre-main amplifier.

Connecting to a terminal other than PHONO (e.g., AUX IN):

1. Set the Equalizer switch on the back of the turntable to ON.

2. Connect the pin-plug cable to the AUDIO IN (or AUX IN) L (white) and R (red) terminals on your pre-main amplifier or audio system.

After all connections are proper, plug the record player’s power plug into an AC outlet. If the player starts operating when plugged in, press the STOP button.

First, raise the stylus cover before starting playback.

Step 1. Place the record on the turntable. For EP (“doughnut”) records, use the 45 rpm adapter.

Step 2. Set the record’s playing speed using the SPEED button (33 or 45).

Step 3. Set the record size using the SIZE button (30 cm or 17 cm).

Step 4. Press START and hold it in for about 1 second. The turntable will start turning and playback will begin automatically.

Once the record is played, the tone arm returns to its original position and the turntable automatically stops turning. The auto play system cannot be used for 9 ft/25 cm records; operate these manually.

First, raise the stylus cover before starting playback.

Step 1. Place the record on the turntable. For EP (“doughnut”) records, use the 45 rpm adapter.

Step 2. Set the record’s playing speed using the SPEED button (33 or 45).

Step 3. Raise the lifter lever and, holding the head shell’s finger catch, move the tone arm to the beginning of the selection you want to play.

Step 4. Lower the lifter lever. The tone arm will lower the stylus tip slowly onto the record and playback will start.

To stop playback in the middle of a record, press the STOP button. Playback will stop and the tone arm will automatically return to its original position on the armrest.

It is also possible to stop playback by raising the lifter lever. In this case, lift the tone arm using the head shell’s finger catch and manually move the tone arm back to the arm rest.

The included stylus has a service life of about 400 hours. Use the “DSN-85” replacement stylus exclusively for the DENON DP-300F. Before replacing the stylus, turn off the amplifier’s power and unplug the player’s power cord.

Removing the replaceable stylus:

1. Hold the cartridge steady with one hand.

2. Grasp the replaceable stylus with the other hand, push down in the direction of arrow ①, then pull the stylus off gently in the direction of arrow ②.

Mounting the replaceable stylus:

1. Hold the cartridge steady with one hand and grasp the new replaceable stylus with the other.

2. Point the catch on the replaceable stylus in the direction of arrow ① and insert it all the way into the long hole in the cartridge.

3. Push up in the direction of arrow ② until a click is heard.

If you wish to mount a different cartridge on this player, use one weighing about 4.5 to 9.5 g.

Removing the cartridge:

1. Turn the head shell lock nut to loosen and remove the head shell.

2. Remove the cartridge mount screws.

3. Disconnect the lead wires on the cartridge side.

Mounting the cartridge:

1. Connect the lead wires. They are color-coded as follows. Be careful to connect them properly.

RED: Right channel (R)

WHITE: Left channel (L)

GREEN: Right channel ground (RG)

BLUE: Left channel ground (LG)

2. To achieve the required overhang of 19 mm, mount the cartridge so that the stylus tip is positioned about 45 mm from the edge of the head shell’s mount surface (the rubber washer).

After replacing the cartridge, you must readjust the horizontal balance, stylus pressure, and anti-skating value.

If your DENON DP-300F does not turn on, check the following:

1. Power supply cord is not fully inserted. Check the power connection.

2. Drive belt is detached from the turntable. Check the drive belt and driving roller. If the drive belt is detached, re-attach it using the following procedure:

1. Remove the turntable platter 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.

4. Mount the turntable, referring to the assembly instructions.

If no sound is produced from your DENON DP-300F, check these possible causes:

• The pin-plug cable is not properly connected. Check the connection to your amplifier.

• The amplifier’s function is not set for the terminals to which the turntable is connected. Check the amplifier’s settings and ensure the correct input source is selected.

• The replaceable stylus is not properly mounted. Check that the stylus is correctly installed.

If the sound is scratchy, the stylus skips, or the sound is distorted, consider the following solutions:

• The stylus or record is dirty. Gently clean the stylus with a soft brush and clean the record. You may need to remove the dirt or replace the stylus.

• The stylus is worn or the record is scratched. Replace the stylus. If the record is scratched, this may not be fixable.

• Check the record for damage.

If the sound from your DENON DP-300F is either extremely weak or too strong and distorted, the most likely cause is that the equalizer switch is not set at the proper position. Set the switch according to the terminal to which the player is connected (PHONO IN requires the switch to be OFF; other inputs like AUX IN require the switch to be ON).

Howling, a type of audio feedback, can be caused by the following issues:

• The player is too close to the speakers. Move the player and speakers apart to increase the distance between them.

• The player is placed in an unstable position. Check the player’s place of installation and ensure it is on a flat and solid surface.

• The playback sound is too loud. Adjust the amplifier’s volume to a lower level.

If the tone arm does not move even when the START button is pressed, check the following:

• The tone arm is clamped to the armrest. Remove the tone arm’s clamp.

• The power supply cord is not properly connected. Check the connection of the power supply cord.

To ensure the best performance and longevity of your DENON DP-300F, please follow these guidelines:

• Avoid high temperatures and allow for sufficient heat dispersion.

• Keep the apparatus free from moisture, water, and dust.

• Do not let foreign objects get inside the apparatus.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the apparatus.

• Handle the power cord carefully and hold the plug when unplugging.

• Unplug the power cord when not using the turntable for long periods.

• Never disassemble or modify the apparatus.

• To avoid damaging the finish, never use paint thinner or other similar chemicals to clean the turntable.

• Place the turntable on a flat and solid surface.

• When moving the unit, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect all other connection cables.