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The DN-300CMKII is a high-performance 1U-sized CD player, with the added flexibility of convenient front-panel ports for playing back material from a USB thumb drive, and a 3.5mm stereo input for playing material from external sources. This article walks through a number of frequently asked questions about the Denon Pro DN-300C MKII.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the box?

  • DN-300CMKII
  • Power Cable
  • Wireless Remote Controller
  • Rack Ears
  • User Guide
  • Safety and Warranty Manual

 

What new features does the DN-300C MKII offer?

The new feature on the DN-300C MKII is Tempo Control. In CD or USB Mode, turn the knob to adjust the tempo of the audio playback in a range from -15% to +15%. Press the knob to turn Tempo Lock on and prevent changes to the tempo setting. Press the knob again to turn off Tempo Lock.

 

Are the rack ears removable?

Yes, the rack ears on the DN-300C MKII are removable.
 

What inputs and outputs are available on the DN-300C MKII?

The DN-300C MKII contains the following inputs and audio playback options:

  • CD Slot: Insert a CD into this slot.
  • USB Port: Connect a mass-storage-class USB device to this port. 
  • AUX In: Connect an optional device to this input using a 1/8” (3.5mm) TRS cable.

It also has the following output options:

  • Unbalanced RCA: These outputs send the audio signals from a CD, USB device (mass storage class), and device connected to the Aux In.  Use RCA cables to connect these outputs to external speakers, sound system, etc.

  • Balanced XLR: These outputs send the audio signals from a CD, USB device (mass storage class), and device connected to the Aux In.  Use XLR cables to connect these outputs to external speakers, sound system, etc.

 

What kind of CD's can the DN-300C MKII play?

The DN-300C MKII can play Music CDs and CD-R discs.  Both are usually marked with a Compact Disc Digital Audio logo. Additionally, it can only play back finalized discs.  Finalization is the process that makes recorded CD-R discs playable on compatible players.

When playing CDs with audio files, note the following:

  • The writing software format must be ISO9660 Level 1.
  • You can have up to 300 folders and up to 8 folder levels, including the root directory.
  • You can have up to 300 audio files. If the CD contains more than 300 files, some audio files may not play or appear correctly.
  • File names, folder names, and text characters can use up to 255 characters. Only uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols can be displayed. Japanese file names will not be shown.
  • Copyright-protected files might not play properly and/or may appear as Unknown File.
  • Depending on the software used to burn a CD (or other conditions), some files may not play or appear correctly.
  • When playing audio files on a CD, DN-300C supports the following tag data:
  • ID3 tags: Version 1.x and 2.x
  • META-tags: compatible with title, artist, and album names
  • Sample rate: 44.1 kHz
  • Bit rate: 32 kbps to 320 kbps
  • Format: MPEG1 Audio Layer 3
  • File extension: .mp3

 

What types of USB drives can be used and what files can be played from them?

 Note the following with regard to the USB drive:

  • The DN-300C supports a USB drive up to 2TB and a single file size of up to 2GB.
  • The DN-300C does not charge any connected USB device and does not support USB hubs or USB extension cables.
  • It supports USB devices that are mass storage class or compatible with MTP.
  • It supports FAT16 or FAT32 file systems only.
  • You can have up to 999 audio files. If the USB device contains more than 1000 files, some audio files may not play or appear correctly.
  • File names, folder names, and text characters can use up to 255 characters. Only uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols can be displayed. Japanese file names will not be shown.
  • Copyright-protected files might not play properly and/or may appear as Unknown File.

When playing audio files on a USB device, DN-300C supports the following tag data:

  • ID3 tags: Version 1.x and 2.x
  • Sample rate: 44.1 kHz
  • Bit rate: 32 kbps to 320 kbps
  • Format: MPEG1 Audio Layer 3
  • File extension: .mp3

 

 What types of playback options are available?

  In CD or USB Mode: In CD or USB Mode:

  • Repeat One - the same track will repeat indefinitely.
  • Repeat All - the list of all tracks will repeat indefinitely.
  • Repeat Off - no tracks will repeat.
  • Normal - the CD will play from the current track to the end of the CD and then stop.
  • Single - the current track will play until the end of the track and then stop.
  • Random - the tracks will play in random order (up to 256 tracks).

 

Is there an option to lock the controls on the DN-300C MKII?

To activate or deactivate Panel Lock, press and hold the Text/Lock button.  When activated, an icon will appear in the display indicating the panel is locked.

 

My CD will not eject.  What do I do?

Press and hold the Eject button while powering on the unit and it will force eject the disc.

 

What is the weight and dimensions of DN-300C MKII?

  • Weight: 7.94 lbs. / 3.6 kg
     
  • Dimensions (WxDxH) :
    19.00” x 13.66” x 1.73” / 483 x 347 x 44 mm (with rack ears)
    17.09” x 13.66” x 1.73” / 434 x 347 x 44 mm (without rack ears)