Page 2 - Introduction; Accessories; Contents
Introduction Your choice of this product indicates that you are a devotee to exceilence in sound reproduction. We appreciate your patronage and take pride in the long tradi tion of quality components that our company represents.So that you can get the most ou"t of your unit, we suggest that you...
Page 3 - Before applying power; Safety precautions; TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
Before applying power A Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. For the U.S.A. and Canada Important! Units shipped to the U.S.A. and Canada are designed for operation on 120 volts AC only. CAUTION; TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACL...
Page 4 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS A Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this unit. For best results, follow all warnings placed on the unit and adhere to the operating and use instructions. These safety and operatin...
Page 6 - Controls and indicators
Controls and indicators STAND BY mode of POWER key When the power cord of this system is plugged into an AC outlet, the STAND BY indicator lights up regardless of the ON/OFF setting of the POWER switch. This indicates that a small amount of current is being supplied to the unit to back up the memory...
Page 7 - System connections
System connections Make connections as shown below. When connecting the related system components, refer also to the instruction manuals of the related components.Do not plug in the power lead until ail connections are completed. Cassette deck 2 or Notes;1. Connect all cords firmly. If connections a...
Page 8 - System control operation; J L; u III
System control operation For the system control of KENWOOD system components, connect them using the system control cords as shown in the illustration below.If the power cords are connected as shown in the illustration, the power of the whole system can be switched ON/OFF from the POWER key on the c...
Page 10 - Operating instructions; I Basic operation
Operating instructions INPUT SELECTOR knob VOLUME CONTROL knob I Basic operation ITo mute the sound temporarily With the remote control unit only Press the MUTE key. MUTE 5 The volume level display blinks. Pressing the key again resumes the previous volume. Note: When the TAPE 2/ADAPTOR selector on ...
Page 11 - ■Operation of CD DIRECT playback; ■ Listening to CD while recording; T U N E R
INPUT SELECTOR knob ■Operation of CD DIRECT playback The digital sound of Compact Disc features an ideal reproduction-characteristics, and the sound quality provided by CD can be r^roduced with least degradation by means of the CD direct playback function. I Press the CD DIRECT key. I CD DIRECTi lig...
Page 12 - ■Ordinary tape recording
Operating instructions When the cassette deck is connected to the TAPE 2/ ADAPTOR jacks, be sure to set the TAPE 2 /ADAPTOR selector to the TAPE 2 position. ■ INPUT SELECTOR knob Set this selector only when the power is turned off. ■Ordinary tape recording ■Tape dubbing (TAPE 1 -► TAPE 2) Note; The ...
Page 13 - Operation for components connected to the TAPE 2/ADAPTOR jacks; ■Using the surround processor SS-992 or SS-592
Operation for components connected to the TAPE 2/ADAPTOR jacks Before operating a component connected to the TAPE 2/ ADAPTOR jacks, be sure to set the TAPE 2 /ADAPTOR selector on the rear panel. For a component other than the surround processor SS-992 or SS-592 For the surround processor SS-992 or M...
Page 14 - Graphic equalizer operation; ■Applying a preset equalizer effect; I Applying a sound effect with the; J i l t J E R
Graphic equalizer operation 10 types of equalizer patterns (R1 - R5, Ml - M5) are preset in memory, allowing you to enjoy the sound according to the genre of music. The 5 equalizer patterns in MANUAL mode can be modified as you prefer. In addition, this unit incorporates an AI equalizer function whi...
Page 15 - ■Table of preset equalizer patterns
■Table of preset equalizer patterns R1 - R5 in the REFERENCE mode M1 ~ M5 in the MANUAL mode These preset memories [Ml - M5) are also used to store the equalizer settings you make. R1 Soft: Reproduces a soft sound appropriate for background music. Ml Classic clear; Effective for playing classic orch...
Page 16 - ■Creating an equalizer pattern; ■Storing a user-created pattern
Graphic equalizer operation Ea CONTROL keys ■Creating an equalizer pattern You can create a desired equalizer pattern by operating the equalizer control keys. Observe the graphic equalizer display and listen to the sound compensated with equ alizer effect. Ci ^ J Display the graphic equalizer curve....
Page 17 - Remote control operation; I Loading batteries; ■Operating procedure
Remote control operation The provided remote control unit (ROS0900) can not only be used as the system remote control unit of KENWOOD system components, but also as a "learning” remote control which allows to program the remote control signals of other components and operate various components f...
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Page 20 - ■Programming operation
Remote control operation ■Programming operation Remote control signals of other remote control units can be programmed under space keys on this unit. For space keys, refer to "Modes" on the pretnous page. Notes: 1. If the optical output level of the other remote control unit is higher, progr...
Page 21 - ■ To check the programmed contents; mniE; ITo change the programmed; ■To clear the entire programmed
■ To check the programmed contents r "" ........ ... ........................................ V ^ Set to the USE position. LEARN USE 2 Set to the VIDEO mode. AUDIO VIDEO mniE 3 Press the key to be checked. * Verify that the component to be operated works correctly. ITo change the programmed ...
Page 22 - In case of difficulty
In case of difficulty What appears to be a malfunction may not always be serious. If your unit should not perform as e^qDected, consult the table below to see if the problem can be corrected before seeking help from your dealer or service representative. Amplifier, speakers Symptom Cause Remedy Soun...
Page 23 - Specifications
Specifications A Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Frequency re^once........................................................ ............. 10 Hz to 50 kHz, 0 dB, ~ Z dB Input sensitivity/impedance PHONO............................... ...........................................
Page 24 - KENWOOD