About the Denon DSD-500 Cocoon Home
How about a powered speaker system that looks as cool as your music sounds? That's what Denon was after with the Cocoon Home. The system won an International Design Excellence Award in 2012. The Cocoon is a study of smooth, curved lines that make it an attractive addition to your home, even when not in use.
The Cocoon's dock for your iPod® or iPhone® can be retracted into the body of the unit, so it's out of sight when you don't need it.The dock's face has an OLED screen built in that displays track information.
Amazing sound quality
But the Cocoon is not just about looks The system features four high-quality speakers: two 1-1/2" tweeters for clear highs, and two 3-15/16" woofers for detailed mids and lows.And each speaker is powered by its own 25 watt Class D amplifier, ensuring clean, spacious, and accurate sound.
Wireless convenience and built-in Internet radio
It's easy to integrate the Cocoon into your home Wi-Fi® network. A built-in Internet radio function with three presets lets you quickly access your “go-to” stations online.
You can also stream music wirelessly from your networked computer, as well as DLNA-compatible Android™ smartphones.
Apple AirPlay®
The Cocoon is AirPlay-compatible, which gives you additional options when you use iTunes® on your computer. Just open iTunes, select the Cocoon in the AirPlay menu and start streaming music to the system. Use your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch® to control the iTunes menu on your computer. Or stream music directly from your Apple hand-held device.
More music choices
A built-in USB port in the Cocoon Home lets you play music from a USB flash drive. And you're not just limited to MP3 files, either. The system can also play uncompressed WAV and FLAC files, too, either from your flash drive, or streamed from a a computer or other device. Enjoy your best-quality digital music files through the Cocoon Home.
Product highlights:
- retractable dock for iPod or iPhone
- Wi-Fi wireless music options
- Apple AirPlay lets you stream music wirelessly from your iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, or computer
- DLNA for Android smartphones and compatible PCs
- built-in Internet radio with 3 station presets
- compatible streaming file formats: MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC, PCM
- two 1-9/16" tweeters and two 3-15/16" woofers
- 100 watts total system power
- Ethernet port (Ethernet cable included)
- USB input for flash memory drives
- stereo headphone minijack
- free Denon Cocoon app
- for iPhones and Android smartphones
- wirelessly connect Cocoon to home network
- access to over 70,000 free Internet radio stations
- single index for songs from networked computers and hard drives
- remote control
- AC power adapter
- 17-11/16"W x 9-1/8"H x 7-3/4"D
- weight: 11.9 lbs.
- warranty: 1 year
- Note: iPhone 5 or 7th generation iPod touch require optional dock adapter (not included)
- MFR # DSD500BK
What's in the box:
Denon DSD-500 Cocoon Home owner's manual
- iPod speaker dock
- 6.5' AC power cord
- Remote control
- 2 "AAA" batteries
- 10' Ethernet cable
- Owner's Manual on CD-ROM
- Quick Setup Guide
- Safety Instruction Manual
- Notes on radio
- Denon Distributor Network
- Denon Extended Protection Plan
- Warranty Information
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Features & specs
Connections | ||
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Ethernet Port | No | |
USB-A Port | No | |
USB-B Port | No | |
USB-C Port | No | |
3.5mm Input | No | |
RCA Input | No | |
XLR Input | No | |
Phono Input | No | |
Digital Input | No | |
HDMI Input | No | |
Headphone Jack | No | |
Subwoofer Output | No | |
Wireless Features | ||
Bluetooth | No | |
Wi-Fi | No | |
Wi-Fi Bands | No | |
Stereo Speaker Pairing | --- | |
Driver Details | ||
Tweeter Size (Inches) | 1.5 | |
Tweeter Type | Dome | |
Tweeter Material | Not given | |
Midrange Size (Inches) | --- | |
Midrange Type | --- | |
Woofer Size (Inches) | 4 | |
Woofer Type | Not given | |
Audio Specs | ||
Watts RMS (Continuous) | 100 | |
Watts Maximum (Peak) | Not given | |
Frequency Response | Not given | |
Max. Digital Audio Bit Depth | N/A | |
Max. Digital Audio Sample Rate | N/A | |
High-res Audio Playback | ||
From Network | No | |
From USB Thumb Drive (USB-A) | No | |
From Computer (USB-B) | No | |
Streaming Compatibility | ||
Apple AirPlay | No | |
Apple AirPlay 2 | No | |
DTS Play-Fi | No | |
Chromecast built-in | No | |
Roon | No | |
Sonos | No | |
HEOS | No | |
MusicCast | No | |
SoundTouch | No | |
Bose Home Speaker | No | |
WiSA | No | |
BluOS | No | |
Klipsch Stream | No | |
KEF Stream | No | |
Music Services | ||
Amazon Music | No | |
Apple Music | No | |
iHeart Radio | No | |
Pandora | No | |
Qobuz | No | |
SiriusXM | No | |
Spotify | No | |
Tidal | No | |
TuneIn | No | |
YouTube Music | No | |
Control | ||
Handheld Remote | ||
Control by app | N/A | |
Amazon Alexa | No | |
Google Assistant | No | |
Other Specs | ||
Width (Inches) | 17.6876 | |
Height (Inches) | 9.125 | |
Depth (Inches) | 7.25 | |
Parts Warranty | 1 Year | |
Labor Warranty | 1 Year |
Product Research
Features
Cocoon: The Denon Cocoon is a desktop powered speaker with a built-in iPod dock, Ethernet/WiFi network connection for AirPlay and DLNA connectivity, plus Internet Radio access. In order to access the unit's Network, AirPlay, DLNA, and Internet Radio functions, you will need to download Denon's Cocoon App onto your Apple iOS device or Android smartphone. The Cocoon features a sleek, rounded shape and mirror-finished enclosure that complement any room. Its touch-sensitive controls are backlit, so they effectively disappear when the speaker is off.
Two-Way Speaker Design: The Cocoon's two-way speakers are acoustically optimized to ensure premium, high-fidelity sound. Two 1.5" tweeters, two double-layer 4" woofers, dual bass ports, and four 25-watt amplifiers create rich bass without distortion; while a pre-defined equalizer (not user adjustable) precisely balances low, mid, and high frequencies for powerful performance at any volume. The Loudness function enhances bass and treble sounds at low volume levels. The system volume level ranges from 0 to 50, but you can set a different maximum volume level.
Network Connection: The Cocoon is equipped with dual network connection methods. There's an RJ-45 LAN (Ethernet) port for direct wired connection to your home network, and there's also the built-in WiFi feature that includes WiFi Protected Setup for safe and secure connection to your wireless home network. The unit's network connection lets you listen to music from your Apple device (via AirPlay) or Android smartphone (via DLNA), your music files stored on your Windows PC (via DLNA), and music content from Internet Radio (via vtuner & TuneIn).
Note: This unit's RJ-45 Ethernet port supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX and requires an Ethernet (LAN) category 5 or higher cable, Router, Modem, and Internet connection. When using a wireless LAN connection, your system must feature an wireless router/access-point.
Cocoon App: Download Denon's free Cocoon app for incredible functionality and control of the Cocoon from your Apple iOS or Android device. The Denon Cocoon App offers premium music playback via the Cocoon for music stored on your Apple iOS or Android device, and also allows you to create playlists. But you're not limited to your own music; you can also listen to thousands of free internet radio stations from all over the world via vTuner and TuneIn. When connected to your home Wi-Fi network you can further expand your choice of music by using the Music Server to browse and play all the music that is stored on your PC, Mac or Network Attached Storage (NAS) drive.`
- Apple iOS Compatibility: iPod touch (3rd/4th/5th gen), iPhone (3GS/4/4S/5), iPad; all running iOS 5.0 or later.
- Android Compatibility: Android smartphones with Android OS ver.2.3(or higher) or ver.4.0(or higher) is installed (Android OS ver.3.x. is not supported). This application does not support tablet devices. Confirmed Android devices include the Samsung (Google) Galaxy Nexus (OS4.0.4), Samsung (Google) Nexus S (OS4.0.4), and Sony Ericson Xperia Acro (OS2.3.4).
Internet Radio: The Cocoon supports Internet Radio through Denon's Cocoon app and your Apple iOS or Android device. The online vTuner service offers easy browsing of internet radio stations and podcasts. vTuner enables access to web-based radio stations and podcasts via an extremely reliable online database with a wide variety of content. You can browse content by Genre, Location, and Recommendations. The Tunein online service lets you listen to music, sports, comedy and news from around the world. With over 70,000 stations and two million on-demand programs, TuneIn places the sounds of the world right within your grasp. Internet Radio stations in MP3 (32-320kbps) and WMA (48-192kbps) format are supported. You can store up to 3 favorite Internet Radio stations for easier access.
DLNA 1.5 Certified: The Cocoon is DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) 1.5 and Windows 7 compliant for audio streaming. This means it's easier for you to access and enjoy digital music stored on your Windows PC. The Cocoon supports playback of MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, and FLAC music files stored on your PC. The included remote will operate basic playback functions (Play/Pause, Fast Forward/Rewind, Previous/Next); however advance music navigation will still be done from your computer. The unit also supports ID3-Tag (ver.2) and META tag information; so song title, artist name, and album name can be displayed along the unit's front-panel display. The Denon Cocoon supports the following audio formats, sampling frequencies, and bit rates via its network connection.
Compatible Audio Formats | Sampling Frequencies | Bit rate | Extension |
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WMA (Windows Media Audio) | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 48-192 kbps | .wma |
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 32-320 kbps | .mp3 |
WAV | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 16-bit | .wav |
MPEG-4 AAC | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 16-320 kbps | .aac/.m4a/.mp4 |
FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 16/20/24-bit | .flac |
Android Compatible: Using the free Denon Cocoon app and DLNA technology, you can wirelessly stream stored music and music apps from your Android smartphone to the Cocoon. You can also connect an Android device which is USB MSC (mass storage class) compliant to the unit's rear-panel USB (type-A) port.
iPod Dock: The Denon Cocoon features a retractable iPod dock tray with a flexible 30-pin dock connector for your iPod or iPhone. The unit supports audio playback of music stored on your iPod/iPhone, as well as from music apps (such as Pandora, Spotify, etc.) on your iPod/iPhone. The included remote control will operate basic playback functions (Play/Pause, Fast Forward/Rewind, Previous/Next); however advance music navigation will still be done from your Apple device's clickwheel or touchscreen. The unit automatically charges your iPod or iPhone while it's docked, and the docking tray manually retracts when not in use for a streamlined look.
AirPlay: AirPlay lets you stream music directly from your iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad, or from your iTunes library on your PC or Mac to the Denon Cocoon, over your home network connection. By downloading Apple's free "Remote" application onto your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad you don't even need to be in the same room as the Cocoon or your computer to play, pause, skip, and stop the songs in your iTunes music library. To use the AirPlay feature you need a Mac or Windows-based PC running iTunes (10.1 or later) connected to your wireless home network. Your iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad must have iOS 4.3 or later installed and connected to the same wireless home network. You can add multiple Cocoon speakers throughout your home & with AirPlay enjoy the same music from any or all of your speakers, simultaneously from your iTunes music account.
iPod Compatibility Chart: The Denon Cocoon is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible & supports the following iPod and iPhone model features (as of 9/25/2013):
Apple Device | Generation | Tested Version | Connection Type | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Charge | |||||
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Dock Connector | AirPlay | Cocoon App | Audio | Video | Remote | iPod/iPhone | Song/Artist Text | Track Info | ||||
iPad | 1 | 5.1.1 | N | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N |
2 | 7.0 | N | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | |
3 | 7.0 | N | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | |
4* | 7.0 | N | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | N | |
mini* | 7.0 | N | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
iPhone | 2G | 3.1.3 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
3G | 4.2.1 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
3GS | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4 | 7.0 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4S | 7.0 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
5* | 7.0 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
5C* | 7.0 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
5S* | 7.0 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
touch | 1st | 2.2.1 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
2nd | 4.2.1 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
3rd | 5.1.1 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4th | 6.1.3 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
5th* | 7.0 | Y | Y | Y | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
nano | 1st | 1.3.1 | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | N |
2nd | 1.1.3 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
3rd | 1.1.3 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4th | 1.0.4 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
5th | 1.0.2 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
6th | 1.2 PC | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
7th* | 1.02 PC | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
120GB | 2.0.1 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
160GB | 2.0.4 | Y | N | N | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
- *If you have an iPod nano (7th gen), iPod touch (5th gen), or iPhone 5; the Apple Lightning to 30-pin adapter or cable is required (both sold separately).
- Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the device and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available.
USB Port: A USB memory device (such as your Android smartphone, portable digital audio player, or USB thumbdrive) can be connected to the USB (type-A) port located on the rear-panel, allowing you to play various music files through the Denon Cocoon. The USB memory device must be mass storage class (msc) or media transfer protocol (mtp) compliant, and be formatted in FAT16 or FAT32. The unit can recognize up to 500 folders and 5,000 files. USB devices that can be charged via USB will be charged when plugged into the unit's USB port (0.5A). The Denon Cocoon supports the following audio formats, sampling frequencies, and bit rates via its USB (type-A) connection.
Compatible Audio Formats | Sampling Frequencies | Bit rate | Extension |
---|---|---|---|
WMA (Windows Media Audio) | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 48-192 kbps | .wma |
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 32-320 kbps | .mp3 |
WAV | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 16-bit | .wav |
MPEG-4 AAC | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 16-320 kbps | .aac/.m4a/.mp4 |
FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) | 32/44.1/48 kHz | 16/20/24-bit | .flac |
Aux Input: A 3.5mm auxiliary input lets you connect and play music from other audio sources, such as a portable CD player or MP3 player.
Organic EL Display (OLED): The dock's Organic EL Display clearly indicates source, music information, volume level, or 12-hour clock. This display includes adjustable brightness.
Alarm Clock w/ Sleep Timer: The Denon Cocoon app features a digital alarm clock with sleep timer to help you wake up and go to bed.
Remote Control: An IR remote control provides wireless operation of basic functions; such as Power On/Off, Source Selection, Play/Pause, Fast Forward/Reverse, and Previous/Next.
Firmware/Software Updates: Using the Cocoon's network connection, you can check for and update the latest firmware/software from the online Denon server.
AC Power w/ Auto Standby: The Denon Cocoon operates off of standard household current using the supplied 6.5' AC power cord. This unit will automatically enter the Standby mode after approximately 30 continuous minutes of stop mode with no operation.
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Received this unit early December 2014. My first reaction taking it out of the box was this is a heavy well built solid unit. Sound quality is very good. Works great with AirPlay from my I-phone.
Pat from Carver, MN