FM/AM RECEIVER

R-SG7 DP-SG7 X-SG7
CD PLAYER CASSETTE TAPE DECK

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

B60-4358-00

Before applying power
Before applying power Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

R-SG7/DP-SG7/X-SG7 (EN)

Units are designed for operation as follows.
U.S.A. and Canada.. AC 120 V only Australia... AC 240 V only
Europe and U.K.. AC 230 V only China and Russia... AC 220 V only *Other countries.. AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable

For the United Kingdom

Factory fitted moulded mains plug
1.The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use only a 13Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse. 2.The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse in the moulded plug.

Preparation section

3.Do not cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adapter, or consult your dealer. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue : Neutral Brown : Live Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.

Basic section

Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED DANGEROUS VOLTAGE WITHIN THE PRODUCTS ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS. THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.

Knowledge sections

Application section
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas)

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

The marking is located on the rear panel and says that the component uses laser beams that have been classified as Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker class. There is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit.
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation. Before applying power
Contents Preparation section
Before applying power.. 2
Safety precautions.. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.. The High grade Micro Component Series.. About the Instruction Manual.. Special features... 7

Playback of CD... 31

Listening in the desired sequence (program playback).. 31 Repeated playback... 33 Listening to an unexpected title sequence (random playback)... 34
System Composition and Installation.. 8 System connection... 9
Antenna connection.. 9 Connection of audio cord.. 10 Connection of speakers... 12 Connection of system control cord.. 13 Power Cord Connection... 13
Convenient CD recording.. 35
Selecting the optimum recording method.. Giving preference to the tape length over the tarck sequence (time edit recording).. Recording only desired tarcks (ONE TOUCH EDIT.single tarck recording).. One-touch recording of an entire CD (ONE TOUCH EDIT.recording of all tarcks). 35
Controls and indicators.. 14
Main Unit... 14 Remote control Unit... 16
R.D.S. (Radio Data System)... 39
Searching for a desired program type (PTY search)... 40 To be able to listen to the desired information at any time (EON reservation).. 42
Operation of remote control unit. 17

Hearing sound... 18

Basic use... Playback of CD.. Playback of tape... Receiving broadcast station.. Collective presetting of stations (auto preset). One-by-one presetting (manual preset). 27 27
Listening with high sound quality (Pure A). 43
Listening in Pure A mode.. 43
Clock adjustment.. 44 Timer operation.. 45
Operate easy To use Timer (O.T.T.).. 45 Sleep timer... 45 Timer programming... 46

Recording... 28

Knowledge section

Important items... 49

Handling of discs and tapes.. 49 Maintenance... 50 Reference... 51
In case of difficulty.. 52 Specifications... 55
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on the appliance and in the instruction manual. Follow all the safety and operating instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 1. Power sources The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the instruction manual or as marked on the appliance. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For appliances intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the instruction manual. 2. Power-cord protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 3. 7. Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8. Electric shock Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure through openings. If a metal objects, such as a hair pin or a needle, comes into contact with the inside of this appliance, a dangerous electric shock may result. For families with children, never permit children to put anything, especially metal, inside this appliance. 9. Enclosure removal Never remove the enclosure. If the internal parts are touched accidentally, a serious electric shock might occur. 10. Magnetic fields Keep the appliance away from sources of magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized objects. 11. Cleaning Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth. 12. Accessories Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturers instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 13. Lightning For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges. 14. Abnormal smell If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immediately turn the power OFF and unplug the appliance from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer or nearest service center.

Preparation section Basic section Application section Knowledge sections
CAUTION Polarization This appliance may
be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
4. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. To maintain good ventilation, do not put records or a table-cloth on the appliance. Place the appliance at least 10 cm away from the walls. Do not use the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. This appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to. 5. Water and moisture The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. 6. Temperature The appliance may not function properly if used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is above +5C (41F).
15. Damage requiring service The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged. B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance. C. The appliance has been exposed to rain or water. D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally by following the instruction manual. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to its normal operation. E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. F. The appliance exhibits a marked change in performance. 16. Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the instruction manual. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 17. Outdoor antenna grounding If an outside antenna is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure.

Controls and indicators

TUNED indicator Stereo reception indicator AUTO indicator MUTE indicator
MUTE AUTO ST. TUNED RDS EON

Main Unit

RDS display Sleep timer indicator
PTY TP TA NEWS INFO N.B. SLEEP A.P.S. O.T.T. kHz MEMO. MHz PROG.
N.B. indicator O.T.T. indicator Memory indicator

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Display
Frequency level display and Character information display
Timer Program indicator A.P.S. indicator

Receiver R-SG7

stereo integrated amplifier/tuner

volume control

pure A

N.B./tone

input selector

phones

turning

auto/mono

on/standby
Cassete deck X-SG7 (optional)
stereo auto reverse cassette deck

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front loading mechanism

rev. mode

Dolby NR

CD player DP-SG7

compact disc player

24bit Fine D.R.I.V.E.

D.R.I.V.E.with 24bit D/A converter

repeat

Indicator of A and B (EDIT mode) RANDOM indicator REPEAT indicator Program mode indicator
PGM STANDBY TRACK NO. REPEAT
TOTAL indicator SPACE indicator
EDIT A B RANDOM TOTAL SPACE
STANDBY indicator Playback/Pause indicator

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Time display Track number display

Track number display

1 (on/standby) key * 7 enter key (r
The power is switched ON and OFF (standby). At the time of system connection, the power is switched ON and OFF for the entire system. This key is used in many operations including the tone adjustment, station presetting, clock adjustment and timer setting.
2 phones jack 3 volume control knob 4 Pure A indicator
This lights at the time of pure A mode.

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8 input selector" key
Headphones with a stereo mini plug (optional) can be connected. Normally, this is used to adjust the volume. It is also used for timer reservation and clock setting.

Press the 2 or 3 key to restart playback.
The tape direction lights red.
Selection of DOLBY NR (Noise Reduction)
The Dolby NR system minimizes the hiss noise heard when playing tape.
To fast wind in direction |
To fast wind in direction \
Press the 7 key to stop fast winding.

rev. mode

Each press switches the modes as follows. 1 B is lit. Dolby B NR is used. 2 C is lit. Dolby C NR is used. 3 B and C not lit. Dolby NR is not used.
Select the Dolby NR mode according to the recording condition of the tape.
Each press switches the modes as follows. 1 lit. Both sides are played. (The tape stops after recording onto both sides.) 2 Goes off. Only one side is played back (recorded), and then the tape stops.
Since longer tape than 100 minutes cassette tape is very thin, the tape could adhere to the pinch roller or be easily cut. It is recommended that these tapes not be used with this unit to prevent possible damage.
Transport direction indicators
The 2 and 3 indicators indicate the current direction in which the tape advances when playback or recording is started automatically by the easy operation function, etc. This direction is the direction stored in memory when the tape was last stopped. (To change the direction, press the key for the desired playback direction, and then press the 7 key.) Transport direction indicators
Set the tape correctly as shown in the figure. Wrong tape setting can cause trouble. Normal (TYPE I), high (TYPE II), or metal (TYPE IV) tape selection is set automatically. Remove tape slack before loading.
DPSS (Direct Program Search System) detects an unrecorded part of 4 seconds or more as the interval between tracks and permits easy operation of cassette tape like a CD.

Skip search

Plays the desired music program from the beginning by skipping programs until you reach the desired program. Up to 16 programs can be skipped. During playback of top side (while 3 is lit) During playback of reverse side (while 2 is lit)
To play the next program : Press once. To play the 4th program after the current program : Press 4 times.
To return to the beginning of the current program : Press once. To play the 4th program before the current program : Press 5 times.
Listening with fast forward for unrecorded portions (dash & play)
Plays music programs repeatedly by skipping non-recorded spaces of more than 10 seconds. Main unit only
The operation changes in reverse mode.

Press simultaneously.

1 lit. The two tape sides are played 8 times, after which playback stops. 2 Goes off. A tape side is played 8 times, after which playback stops.
When the 7 key is pressed, playback stops and the dash & play is canceled.
One-program repeat playback
Plays a single music program repeatedly up to 16 times. Press during playback.

2. Select the tape transport direction.
To reverse the transport direction 1 Press the playback key for the direction to be played (lights green). 2 Stop playback (lights red).
When recording is started, the tape is transported in the direction selected in this step. Wind the tape to the position where recording is to be started.
3. Set the recording condition.
1 Select the reverse mode. 2 Select the DOLBY NR mode.
Temporary stop during recording
An unrecorded section of about 4 sec is produced (auto recording mute)
1 Obtain stop condition. 2 Press the record key twice.

About 4 sec

Press the record key to restart recording.

To interrupt recording

An unrecorded section of about 4 sec is produced directly after the recording has been interrupted.
An unrecorded section of about 4 sec is produced and recording pause condition is reached.

To end recording

Recording pause condition is reached after approximately 4 sec.
4. Select the source to be recorded.
The input source component to be recorded should be displayed. R-SG7
Select an input source other than TAPE input.
When the CD input is selected and if a disc has been set in the CD player, its playback starts immediately.

5. Start recording.

1 Play (or tune) the input source to be recorded. 2 Start recording.
The recording level is adjusted automatically when the CRLS function is used. Recording stops automatically when the tape side(s) to be recorded have been fully recorded.

To repeat a recording

Return to the recording start position. Press the rewind key during recording.
During recording of reverse side (while 2 is lit)
If there is a non-recorded space of more than 4 seconds before the recording start position, recording is aborted and tape is rewound as shown below. Tape stops after 2 sec. of transport. Recorded tune Tune to be re-recorded Re-recording Blank of 4 sec. or more If there is no recorded tune before, the tape will be rewound then stopped.
During recording of top side (while 3 is lit)
Automatic Adjustment of the Recording Level (CRLS)
A standard recording level has been set in advance for the cassette deck (X-SG7), but when the CRLS function is used, the max. recording level is set automatically for the music source. If the key has never been pressed 1 Play the contents to be recorded (or receive the radio station to be recorded). 2 Press the CRLS key.
..The sound is recorded with the basic level set with the unit.

If the key is pressed

..The recording level is set automatically and stored in memory as the recording level to be used with the current input being selected. From the next time on, this recording level is set automatically for that input even if the key is not pressed.
To return to the basic level
..Hold the key depressed until the indicator goes off (for approx. 3 seconds). About 20 sec

CRLS CRLS

The recording level setting completes in approx. 20 seconds, after which the deck enters the record-pause mode. If recording is started during the setting (while the CRLS indicator is blinking), distorted sound may be recorded. If a non-recorded space of more than 3 seconds is detected after the CRLS key is pressed, the recording level setting is aborted.
Points for Recording from a CD or an MD
For recording from a CD or an MD, playback from the music source and recording by the cassette deck can be started simultaneously (synchro recording function) when the cassette deck is set to record pause status in advance.
1 Pause the CD or MD to be played. 2 Use the skip keys (4 ) to select the title to be recorded. (Pause will be reached at the beginning of the selected title.) 3 Bring the cassette deck to recording pause condition. 4 Start playback of the CD or MD. (Synchro recording will start.)
The recording is stopped when the stop key of the playback unit is pressed.

Dolby HX Pro

The Dolby HX Pro headroom extension system records high frequencies such as the cymbal sound clearly by controlling the bias current during recording according to the frequency composition of the sound being recorded. This system is activated automatically during recording with this unit.
Listening in the desired sequence (program playback)
Any tracks on the discs in the tray can be listened to in the desired sequence. (Max. 32 tracks)

Select the CD input.

1 Check that the CD player is in the stop mode.

If it is in play mode

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2 Light the PGM indicator.

Lights DP-SG7

PGM TRACK NO.
3 Enter track Nos. in the order you want to play them.

1 Select the track.

Up to 32 tracks can be programmed. When FULL is displayed, no more tracks can be programmed. When an error has been made, press the CLEAR key and select again.

Blinks

Within 8 seconds!

2 Confirmation.

PGM TOTAL

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2.

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4 Start playback.

When automatic edition has been completed, the EDIT indicator lights. When a wrong time has been entered, confirm that the EDIT indicator is lit and start again from step 1. Up to 32 tracks can be edited. Every time the key is pressed, the edited track numbers will be displayed in the changed order. Press the 7 key to return to the track number of the first track.

3 Start edit recording.

PGM TRACK NO. EDIT A

0: 0 5

The tape and CD stop automatically when recording has completed.
Depending on the combination of conditions from CD contents (number of tracks and length of the tracks) and tape recording time, interruption of a track may not be avoidable. In such a case, the respective track will not be recorded.
Recording only desired tracks (ONE TOUCH EDIT..single track recording)
At the time of CD playback, any desired track can be selected immediately for recording. When playing an MD with the DM-SG7 (option), the same procedure can be used to record only that track on tape.

1 Play a CD.

Select a mode other than random play.

1: 0 7

2 When you want to record a track being played, press the O.T.E. key.
In case the key is pressed with track No.3
Playback restarts from the beginning of the track being played and recording starts at the same time.
When recording has been completed, a non-recorded portion of 4 seconds will be produced and the cassette deck part will stop. The CD player will enter temporary stop condition. To record a different track, repeat the steps 1 and 2.
To end recording in the middle
If you set CRLS beforehand you can enjoy better recording.
Both the cassette deck and CD player stop.
One-touch recording of an entire CD (ONE TOUCH EDIT..recording of all tracks)
When the O.T.E. key is pressed while the CD player is in the stop mode, recording of a CD can be started at the same time as playback. When the DM-SG7 (option) is connected and the input selector is set to MD, the same procedure can be used to make a one-touch recording of the entire MD on tape.
When recording a CD, set the input selector to CD.
Step 2 also can be executed after the order of the tracks has been programmed.

2 Press the O.T.E. key.

Recording of CD starts at the same time as playback. When the tape direction is changed at the end of the tape, no sound is recorded on the guide tape. When interruption of a track is to be avoided, restart recording from the very beginning of the reverse side according to Recording.
R.D.S. (Radio Data System)
RDS is a system which transmits useful information (digital data) for FM broadcasts together with the broadcast signal. Tuners and receivers designed for RDS reception can extract the information from the broadcast signal for use with various functions such as automatic display of the station name.

A To select using the P.CALL keys

Next program type

(4) DOWN
Select while "PTY" is lit. The P.CALL keys let you select from all 29 program types in the order shown at right. Press the key and release it when the desired type is displayed. B To select with the numeric keys
The numeric keys allow to you select programme types 1 to 0 directly. If you want to select one of the other programme types, use the P.CALL key.
NO DATA is displayed if this operation is attempted before performing the RDS auto presetting function.
The operations shown in A can also be performed with the TUNING keys on the front control.

3 Start the search.

EXAMPLE: Searching for a Rock Music broadcast.

Display while searching

To select another program type

Repeat steps 1, 2 and 3

Program type name display
When the PTY is received, the PTY name blinks and the PTY lights up.
Display when a station is received. Goes out R-SG7

Station name display

No sound is heard while PTY is blinking. If the desired program type cannot be found, NO PROG is displayed, then after several seconds the display returns to the original display. If the desired program type is found, that program is received. The program type display changes temporarily to the frequency display, and then to the station name display.
To be able to listen to the desired information at any time (EON reservation)
By using the EON function, which manages the information of other stations, listening to desired information like traffic information or news etc. can be reserved even when it is not being transmitted at the present. When listening to a station with the EON display lit and another station of the same network starts to broadcast an information program for which a reservation has been made, then that station will be selected automatically. When the desired information program ends, return is made to the original program. For reception of RDS stations, the RDS auto presetting function must be used to preset the stations.
1 Select the desired information.

TA/ NEWS/INFO.

Each press switches the modes as follows. 1TA.Traffic Announcement 2NEWS. News 3INFO.. Information 4Display not lit. EON cancelled
This lights for stations where TP (Traffic Program) can be received.

TUNED RDS EON TP INFO

Notes on cassette tape

Safety tab (accidental erasure prevention tab)
After an important recording has been finished, break the safety tab, to prevent the recorded contents from being erased or recorded on accidentally.

To store cassette tapes

Do not store the tapes in a place which is subject to direct sunlight, or near equipment that generates heat. Keep the cassette tapes away from any magnetic field.

For A side For B side

When there is slack in the tape
In such a case, insert a pencil into the reel hole and wind the reel hub to remove the slack.

To re-record

Apply tape only to the position where the tab has been removed. 2. Endless tapes Do not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mechanism of the unit.
1.Longer tape than 100 minutes cassette tape Since longer tape than 100 minutes cassette tape is very thin, the tape could adhere to the pinch roller or be easily cut. It is recommended that these tapes not be used with this unit to prevent possible damage.

Maintenance

Cleaning the head section
Cleaning the heads and peripheral components
For maintaining the best condition of the deck and for longer service life, always keep the heads (recording / playback / erase), capstan and pinch roller clean. For the cleaning, use a cleaning cassette available in audio stores. For details, read the instruction manual of your cleaning tape.

Demagnetizing the head

When the recording / playback head is magnetized, the sound quality will deteriorate. In such a case, demagnetize the head using a commercially available demagnetizer (head eraser).
Preparation section Knowledge section Application section Basic section

Maintenance of the unit

When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these agents may cause discoloration.
In regard to contact cleaner
Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction. Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil, for they may deform the plastic component. When your unit needs to be repaired, bring the entire set (Speakers excluded) to your dealer.

Reference

Caution on condensation
Condensation (of dew) may occur inside the unit when there is a great difference in temperature between this unit and the outside. This unit may not function properly if condensation occurs. In this case, leave the unit for a few hours with the power left ON, and restart the operation after the condensation has dride up. Be specially cautious against condensatin in a following circumsatance: When this unit is carried from a place to another across a large difference in temperature, when the humidity in the room where this unit is installed increases, etc.

Memory backup function

Stored contents which are cleared immediately when power plug is unplugged from power outlet Stored contents which are cleared in at least a day after power plug is unplugged from power outlet Clock display

Amplifier

POWER status (ON or OFF) Input selection Volume control value TONE Level

Tuner unit

Receiving band Frequency Preset stations Program settings
Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. HX Pro originated by Bang & Olufsen. DOLBY, the double-D symbol and HX PRO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

WARNING NOTICE:

IN MOST CASES IT IS AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT TO MAKE COPIES OF TAPES OR DISCS WITHOUT THE PERMISSION OF THE COPYRIGHT OWNERS. ANYONE WISHING TO COPY COMMERCIALLY AVAIL ABLE TAPES OR DISC SHOULD CONTACT THE MECHANICAL COPYRIGHT PROTECTION SOCIETY LIMITED OR THE PERFORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY LIMITED.
Note related to transportation and movement (CD player)
Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the following operations. 1. Turn the power ON but do not load a disc. 2. Wait a few seconds and verify that the display shown appears. DP-SG7

3. Turn the power OFF.

In case of difficulty

Operation to reset

The microcomputer may fall into malfunction (impossibility to operate, erroneous display, etc.) when the power cord is unplugged while power is ON or due to an external factor. In this case, execute the following procedure to reset the microcomputer and return it to normal condition. Please note that resetting the microcomputer clears the contents stored in it returns it to condition when it left the factory.
What appears to be a malfunction may not always be serious. If your unit should not perform as expected, consult the table below to see if the problem can be corrected before seeking help from your dealer or service representative.
R-SG7 Pull the power plug from the receptacle, and then plug it in again while keeping the on/standby key pressed. DP-SG7 Pull the power plug from the receptacle, and then plug it in again. X-SG7 Pull the power plug from the receptacle, and then plug it in again while keeping the stop (7) key pressed.

Preset stations with tunable fre- quencies. Preset stations again.

Cassette deck unit

Sound cannot be produced by pressing the play key or no operation occurs even when an operation key is pressed.
The head is dirty. The tape is wound too tight due to irregular winding. A nonrecorded tape is played. The operation key is pressed in less than 4 seconds after turning the power ON. A tape is not inserted in the unit. The tape is wound too tight due to irregular winding. The tape is fully wound to one of the reels. The tape used is not suitable for DPSS, for example the spaces between tunes may be too short. The key is pressed during recording. The microcomputer is malfunctioning due to external noise. The head is dirty. The tape is stretched or shrunk.
Clean the head referring to Maintenance. Try another tape. Play a recorded tape. Press operation keys after waiting for more than 4 seconds. Insert a tape. Try another tape. Change the tape transport direction or reverse the tape insertion orientation. Refer to DPSS.
No operation occurs even when an operation key is pressed.

The DPSS malfunctions.

The tray does not open when the Open/Close key is pressed.
Press in stop mode. Unplug the power cord and plug it again. W p
Clean the head referring to Maintenance. Try another tape.
Sound is harsh or high frequencies are not reproduced.

Sound is distorted.

The recording revel has not been set with the CRLS key. The tape being played was recorded with distorted sound. The tape head is magnetized. External noise is induced. A tape recorded with Dolby NR ON is played with Dolby NR OFF.
Refer to Recording. Try another tape.

Noise is noticeable.

Demagnetize the head referring to Mainp tenance. Install the system at a distance from other electric appliances and TV. Set the Dolby NR to on. Clean the head referring to Maintenance.

Sound fluctuates.

The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. The tape is wound irregularly.
Wind the tape again by fast forwarding, rewinding or playing from an end to the other.
Recording cannot be started by pressing the record key.
The recording protect tab of the cassette has been broken. The TAPE input is selected. The tape is fully wound to one of the reels.
Use a cassette with an unbroken re- o cording protect tab or block the hole. Select the source to be recorded with the input selector key. Change the tape transport direc- tion or reverse the tape insertion orientation.

CD player unit

A CD is placed in the player but it cannot be played.
The disc is placed upside down. The disc position is displaced. The disc is extremely dirty. The disc is scratched. Dew is condensed on the optics lens.
Place the disc properly, with the label side facing upward. Place the disc properly. Clean the disc referring to Disc handling precautions. Try another disc. Refer to Beware of condensation and remove the condensation by evaporation.

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The disc has not been placed. The player is not put to the play mode. The disc is extremely dirty. The disc is scratched.
) Place a disc in the CD player. ) Press the 6 key. Clean the disc referring to Disc o handling precautions. Try another disc.
Clean the disc referring to Disc o handling precautions. Try another disc. Install the unit in a place not subject to vibrations.

Sound skips.

The disc is dirty. The disc is scratched. The player is subject to vibration.
Remote control operation is not possible.
Batteries are exhausted. The remote control is too far away from the system, the controlling angle is deviated or there is an obstacle in between. There is no tape or CD set in the component to be played. An attempt is made to play the cassette deck which is recording something.
Replace with new batteries. & Operate the unit inside the remote & controllable range. Set a tape or CD in the component to be played. Wait until the recording ends.
1.With some tapes, a squeaky noise is produced when the tape is stopped automatically. This is due to the tape protection function, and not a malfunction. 2.Do not use longer than 100 minutes tapes, for the tape is too thin and gets easily tangled.

Specifications

Receiver (R-SG7)

[Amplifier section]

Rated power output Class AB operation 20 watts per channel minimum RMS, both channels driven, at 6 , 1 kHz with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion. (DIN) 1 kHz at 6 , 0.7 % T.H.D. 15 W + 15 W Class A operation 7.5 watts per channel minimum RMS, both channels driven, at 6 , 1 kHz with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion. Total harmonic distortion. 0.02% (1 kHz, 10 W, 6 ) Frequency response. 20 Hz ~ 40 kHz, +0 dB, -3 dB Input sensitivity / Impedance... 200 mV / 47 k Output level / Impedance SUPER WOOFER PRE OUT. 2.0 V / 1 k TAPE REC.. 200 mV / 1 k Signal to noise ratio... 96 dB (IHF66)

CD player (DP-SG7)

Laser.. Semiconductor laser Playing rotation.. 200 rpm ~ 500 rpm (CLV) Frequency response.. 4 Hz ~ 20 kHz, 1.0 dB Signal to noise ratio.. More than 100 dB Dynamic range. More than 96 dB Total harmonic distortion. Less than 0.004 % (at 1 kHz) Channel separation.. More than 92 dB (at 1 kHz) Wow & Flutter.. Unmeasurable Limit Output level / Impedance Fixed... 1.2 V / 1 k Digital output Optical.. 15 dBm ~ 21 dBm (wave length 660 nm)

FM/AM

R-SG7 DP-SG7 X-SG7

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