Denon DCD-100 Owner's Manual

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Explanation of termsMP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3)This is an internationally standardized audio data compression scheme,using the “MPEG-1” video compression standard. It compresses the datavolume to about one eleventh its original size while maintaining soundquality equivalent to a music CD.WMA (Windows Media Audio)This is audio compression technology developed by MicrosoftCorporation.WMA data can be encoded using Windows Media® Player.To encode WMA files, only use applications authorized by MicrosoftCorporation. If you use an unauthorized application, the file may not workproperly.Sampling frequencySampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave (analog signal) atregular intervals and expressing the height of the wave at each reading indigitized format (producing a digital signal).The number of readings taken in one second is called the “samplingfrequency”. The larger the value, the closer the reproduced sound is to theoriginal.Dynamic rangeThe difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and theminimum discernible level above the noise emitted by the device.Bit rateThis is the amount of audio data recorded on a disc that is read in onesecond.FinalizingThis process enables CDs recorded with a CD recorder or drive to beplayed by other players.Linear PCMThis is an uncompressed PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) signal. Unlikelossy compression audio sources such as MP3, no audio quality ordynamic range deteriorates.Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix41Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index