For several years, newer CD players have expanded the length of continuous playback time without interruption by adding the ability to play compressed digital audio files off CD data discs. One CD data disc could provide as much as 20 hours when playing back low bit rate MP3 files.

Denon Professional's new 1RU DN-C640 embraces this idea but takes it a step further. Not only can the DN-C640 play back MP3 and WMA files from CD data discs, but it is also capable of decoding broadcast standard MP2 and uncompressed digital PCM (WAV) files of those same discs.

In addition to reading all those files from CD, it also has the unmatched ability to read any of the above from any data DVD. This not only expands the 20-hour playback time to almost six days (continuously), but also allows those users who demand uncompressed audio quality the ability to play back full 44.1kHz PCM recordings without being limited to the 80-minute CD-R.

Not only can the DN-C640 decode a host of compressed and uncompressed digital audio files from CD or DVD data discs, but it now gives the end-user the unique ability to stream any of those files from a server or computer, as long as it is accessible via the network.

Now, any corporate environment that records and stores their meetings on a network HDD or computer can simply navigate to that folder location from the front panel of the unit or by using the on-board web browser, select a specific file, and play it into their system. Any application from background music, to meeting recording playback, to small radio stations (not utilising some sort of enterprise software to manage their station) will benefit greatly from this unique feature.

The new Denon Professional DN-C640 comes with a host of control options, suitable for every application and every installation including Broadcast; Corporate Installation/Background Music; Fitness and Retail & Leisure. These include: 25-pin GPIO port - which allows for easy integration and full-featured usability in every broadcast studio or station installation; 9-pin RS-232C Control - allowing the DN-C640 to easily integrate into any new or existing installation using third-party serial control systems like Crestron® or AMX®; IR Control with included IR Remote Control - perfect for small installations not using serial control solutions or Health and Fitness centres, the IR control allows every feature from playback to the ±12% pitch control to be activated/adjusted; Internal WEB GUI for Control from any Web-enabled Computer -  because the machine has its own web server on-board, this means that any computer on the same network can call up and play audio files, build program playlists, and have full transport control functionality over the DN-C640.

DN-C640 Key Features

1U/HE Rackmount Size
Supports CD-DA (.cda), WAVE (.wav), MPEG-1/2 Layer III (.mp3), MPEG-1 Layer II (.mpg), Windows Media Audio (.wma)
Slot in CD/DVD drive
±12% Pitch Control
Quick Replay Feature
End Monitor and User-selectable Finish Mode Features
Cue to Music (with dedicated button)
Program Play
Balanced Audio Outputs (xlr)
SPDIF & AES digital outputs
Fixed and variable outputs
Reads CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW, and DVD+R/RW discs