Assemble

Speaker (Right)
Be sure to adhere followings. Or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard. Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation onto the top of unit. Leave a space around the unit (from the largest outside dimension including projection) equal or greater than, shown below. Top panel : 50 cm Back panel : 10 cm
Never short-circuit the "+" and "-" speaker cords. If the "+" and "-" polarity are inverted, the sound will be unnatural with unclear positioning of musical instruments, etc. Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be produced or noise may interfere. Before plugging or unplugging a connection cord, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. If connection cords are plugged or unplugged with the power cord left plugged in, malfunction or damage may result.
Malfunction of microcomputer
If operation is not possible or erroneous display appears even though all connections have been made properly, reset the microcomputer referring to "In case of difficulty". o

FM indoor antenna

The accessory antenna is for temporary indoor use only. For stable signal reception we recommend using an outdoor antenna. Remove the indoor antenna if you connect one outdoors.
1 Connect the antenna to the antenna terminal. 2 Locate the position providing good reception

condition.

3 Fix the antenna.

ANTENNA

FM indoor antenna Preparation section

FM 75

Speaker (Left)

DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL

FRONT SPEAKERS (6-16 )

AUX INPUT

POWER cord

TO WALL AC OUTLET

Speaker cord
How to connect speaker cords to the main unit
How to connect AM antenna cord to the main unit
Connection of Other Accessories (Commercially Available Parts)
CAUTION Note on Connection

FM outdoor antenna

Lead the 75 coaxial cable connected to the FM outdoor antenna into the room and connect it to the FM 75 terminal. Please remove the indoor antenna after an outdoor antenna has been installed.

* DIGITAL OUT jack (OPTICAL)
The DIGITAL OUT jack (OPTICAL) outputs the CD signal. The CD signal can be recorded in digital format by connecting a recorder to the DIGITAL IN jack (OPTICAL).
Antenna adaptor (Commercially Available Parts)

MD recorder or DAT etc.

Digital input

Optical fiber cable

FRONT SPEAKERS (6-16 W)

Audio cord

Audio output
VCR, Analog turntable with built-in RIAA equalizer (optional P-110), etc.
In case an associated system component is connected, also read the instruction manual of the component. Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be produced or noise may interfere. Before plugging or unplugging a connection cord, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. If connection cords are plugged or unplugged with the power cord left plugged in, malfunction or damage may result.

Controls and indicators

Display
T he displays given in this manual are approximations only. They may differ from what actually appears on the display.

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1 Tape-related indicators 2 CD-related indicators 3 Character information display/tunerrelated indicators 4 RDS-related indicators (For Europe and U.K.) 5 Timer-related indicators
6 Tape record/record-pause indicators 7 O.T.E. (One-Touch Edit) indicator 8 TAPE EQ. indicator 9 Character information display (Dot
display) 0 EX.BASS indicator, LOUD indicator

AUTO POWER SAVE function

When the unit is ON and the unit is left for 30 minutes with CD and TAPE not operating, the unit is switched off automatically by this function. This is convenient when you forgot to switch off the unit. This function can be activated or deactivated by the following operation.
1 Select "A.P.S. SET?".
2 Select "A.P.S. ON" or "A.P.S. OFF".

volume / multi control

3 Set it.
(Press the set/demo key while the "?" mark is blinking.) When the TUNER or AUX input is selected, APS operates only when the volume is set to zero or when MUTE is on.
Controls and indicators System connection

Main unit

remote
volume / multi control TUNER

standby / timer

AUX Power

7 stop

Tuning Mode

menu set / demo

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repeat

TAPE rec

TAPE O.T.E.

TAPE EQ.

push open

CD key
Press to open or close the CD tray.

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7 stop / Tuning Mode key
CD, TAPE : & Press to stop a disc or tape operation. TUNER : Press to switch between the AUTO (auto tuning, stereo reception) and MONO (manual tuning, manual reception) modes. On standby mode: Press to display the clock.

Turning the knob switches the display contents. "T A P E R V S. ? " "REC OPTIONS" "AUTO PRESET" or "AUTO MEMORY" (Only when the TUNER input is selected) "A U X I N P U T ? " (Only when the AUX input is selected) "T I M E R S E T ? " "A. P. S. S E T ? " wr 9
The function of the control knob returns to the normal mode when it has not been operated for 20 seconds.

Standby mode

While the standby indicator of the unit is lit, a small amount of current is flowing into the units internal circuitry to back up the memory. This condition is referred to as the standby mode of the unit. While the unit is in the standby mode, it can be turned ON from the remote control unit.
Operation of remote control unit
The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on the main unit have the same function as the keys on the main unit.

3 Basic operation keys

SET key

RANDOM REPEAT

Press to set or enter an item selected with the volume/multi control knob.

TUNER / BAND

TUNER/ BAND key CD 6 key STOP 7 key/ AUTO/MONO key TAPE key 1 TUNING keys

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TAPE 2 3

AUTO/MONO

1 TUNING

STOP 7

4 P.CALL
CD, TAPE : & Used to fast-forward or fast-reverse the played audio. TUNER : Used to select a radio station.
TAPE REC TAPE O.T.E. TAPE EQ.

TIME DISPLAY DISPLAY

4 P.CALL keys
CD : Used to skip CD tracks. TAPE : Used to fast forward or rewind tape. TUNER : Used to receive a preset radio station.

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ENTER key
Press to enter a radio station in the preset memory of the tuner.

4 TAPE REC key

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TAPE O.T.E. key TAPE EQ. key AUX key $

1 POWER (

2 RANDOM key (CD)

REPEAT key (CD)

Press for setting playback of tracks in a random order.

key when the unit is ON turns it off (Standby
Pressing the Power mode of power).
Example: To select the CD input
Pressing the TUNER FM/AM, CD 6, TAPEor AUX key also turns power on and starts playback (reception) of the corresponding input. (Onetouch operation) When the CD or TAPE input is selected while the corresponding disc or tape has been loaded, it immediately starts to play.
2. Selecting the desired output.
CD TAPE TUNER (Broadcasts) AUX (External input) ^ ) [Adjusting the AUX input level ]
Pressing the TUNER FM/AM, CD 6 , TAPEor AUX key selects the corresponding input.
When CD has been selected.

The volume decreases

The volume increases

3. Volume adjustment.

The display shows a reference value.

VOLUME 12

Volume display
Insert the headphone plug into the headphone jack.

Remote control unit only

The lowest and highest frequency bands can be adjusted independently.
Headphones with a stereo mini plug can be connected. The sounds from all speakers are cut off.
1 Select the frequency band.
Each press switches the operation. 1 "BASS" (low frequency) adjustment
Press again to resume the original volume. This is also cancelled when the volume is changed.
2 "TREBLE" (high frequency) adjustment

TREBLE +0

3 Normal mode
(Go to step 2 within 8 seconds.)

2 Adjust.

Each press switches the modes as follows. 1 "EX.BASS" lights.
The lowest and highest frequencies are enhanced regardless of the current volume level.
2 "LOUD" (Loudness) lights.
The lowest and highest frequencies are enhanced according to the current volume level. (Effective during low-volume listening.)
(To adjust the other frequency band, repeat steps 1 and 2 for it.)

3 Both indicators off.

Cancelled. Adjusting the tone while the "LOUD" or "EX.BASS" indicator is lit turns it off and cancels the sound enhancement mode.
The levels of both "BASS" and "TREBLE" can be adjusted in 2 steps in the range between -8 and +8. Adjusting the tone while the "LOUD" or "EX.BASS" indicator is lit turns it off and cancels the sound enhancement mode.

Playback of CD

When a disc is placed into the CD player in advance, the unit will be switched on automatically by pressing the CD 6 key, and playback will start.

("TOTAL" lights up)
(For U.K. and Europe) (For other countries)
Only time information 1 and 2 can be displayed during single-track repeated playback or random playback. In the program mode, display 3 shows the elapsed time of the entire program and display 4 shows the remaining time of the entire program. When the displayed time is 256 minutes or more, the display shows "- - : - -".
4 Remaining time on entire disc
Title display with CD-TEXT compatible discs
When a CD-TEXT compatible disc is played on this unit, the disc and track titles recorded in the disc are displayed automatically provided that they use alphanumeric characters. When a title is too long to be accommodated in the display, press the DISPLAY key to scroll the displayed title so that the previously hidden characters be viewed.
(When pressed during stop) Scrolled disc title display

DISPLAY

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(When pressed during play) Scrolled track title display
It may sometimes be unable to display the recorded characters even when the loaded disc is a CD-TEXT compatible disc. When the number of characters recorded in a disc is 1000 or more, the display will show "TEXT FULL".

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Playback of tape
If you load a tape in the cassette deck in advance while the power is off. Pressing the TAPE key turns power on automatically and starts the tape playback.
Selection of TAPE equalizer (TAPE EQ.)

Start playback

To wind tape at high speed
Selection of reverse mode

1. Load a cassette tape.

1 Press the area marked 0 push open to open the cassette holder. 2 Insert a tape. 3 Press the area marked 0 push open to close the cassette holder.
Do not use a cassette with more than 90-minute recording time, for the tape used with such a cassette is very thin and tends to cause troubles such as entanglement around the pinch roller or cutting of tape.
The tape deck of the unit can play Normal (Type ), High (Type Metal (Type ) tapes. Remove tape slack before loading.
Press the TAPE key of the desired direction.

TAPE PLAY

Reverse mode indication Transport direction indicators

Tape counter

Displayed when the deck is loaded with a tape.
Transport direction indicators: Indicates the tape transport direction during playback or recording by lighting of 2 or 3. This direction is the direction stored in memory when the tape was last stopped.

In MANUAL mode, FM stations are received in monaural.
1 Select the AUTO or MANUAL mode.
Each press alternates the mode. 1 "AUTO" : Stereo reception("AUTO" lit) 2 "MANUAL" : Monaural reception ("AUTO" not lit)
Normally, use the AUTO (Auto tuning, stereo reception) mode.
In AUTO mode : 2 Tune a station.

To decrease frequency

The next preset station can be received automatically every time the TUNING UP/DOWN (1 or ) key is pressed. To increase frequency

In MANUAL mode :

Press the TUNING UP/DOWN (1 or ) key repeatedly until the desired station is received. The desired station can also be received by holding the TUNING UP/DOWN (1 or ) key depressed until its frequency is displayed.
One-by-one presetting (Manual preset)
1 Perform the procedure in "Tuning a nonpreset radio station (Auto tuning, Manual tuning)" to receive the station to be preset. 2 Press the ENTER key during reception.

MEMORY

"MEMORY" lights (for approx. 20 sec.) A maximum of 30 stations of the band presently being received will be preset.
(Proceed to step 3 while "MEMORY" is lit.)
3 Select one of the preset numbers from 1 to 30.
4 Press the ENTER key again.
If several stations are preset under the same number, the previous memory is replaced with the latest memory contents.
(Repeat steps 1, 2, 3 and 4 to preset other stations)
R.D.S. (Radio Data System) (For U.K. and Europe)
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.
This unit is equipped with the following functions utilizing RDS data :
PTY (Program Type Identification) Search :
The tuner automatically searches for a station which is currently broadcasting a specified program type (genre). The "R.D.S" indicator lights up when an RDS broadcast (signal) is received.

Station name display.

To change to a different program type :

Repeat steps 1, 2, 3.

Recording on TAPE
The tape deck of the unit can record signals only on Normal (Type ) and High (Type ) tapes. It cannot record on ) tapes. Metal (Type

Stop the recording

Start recording/ Pause the recording

1. Load a tape in deck.

Remove tape slack before loading.
2. Select the tape transport direction.
To reverse the transport direction :
1 Press the TAPE key corresonding to the desired direction.

2 Stop playback.

When recording is started, the tape is transported in the direction selected in this step. Check the tape transport direction indicator. ) Search the position you want to start recording in advance.
3. Set the recording condition.

Select the reverse mode.

Select an input source other than "TAPE" Example: To select the CD input
Check the tape transport direction before starting recording. If it is set to the reverse direction, only one side of tape can be recorded regardless of the reverse mode setting made here. The tape equalizer is defeated during recording.
4. Select the source to be recorded.
CD TUNER (Broadcasts) AUX (External input) [Adjusting the AUX input level ]
If a CD has already been loaded, it starts to play now. Press the 7 STOP key to stop it.

5. Start recording.

The character information display shows the recording input source.
1 Press the TAPE rec key. 2 Play (or tune) the input source to be recorded.
Recording stops automatically when the tape side (s) to be recorded have been fully recorded.

Pause the recording

Lights
Press the TAPE rec key during recording. It stops after leaving a non-recorded blank of 4 seconds. (Press the key again to resume recording.)

Points in CD recording

When recording CD tracks onto a tape, if you leave the cassette deck in record-pause mode beforehand, the cassette deck recording can be started at the CD starts to be played.
1 Put the CD player in pause mode. 2 Select the track to be recorded with the
skip (4, ) keys. (The CD player pauses at the beginning of the selected track.)
3 Put the cassette deck in Record-pause
mode. (Press TAPE rec key twice)
4 Start playing the CD. (Recording starts)
To stop recording, press the 7 STOP key.
Various CD playback features
Listening to the desired sequence (program playback)
Use the following procedure to program desired tracks in a desired order. (up to 32 tracks)

Select the CD input.

1 Let the "PGM" indicator light.

Press in stop mode

PGM CD
2 Select track numbers in the order you want to play them.

If the "PGM" indicator is lit, turn it off by pressing the PGM key in stop mode to cancel the program mode. Confirm that this is not lit.
2 Play the track to be repeated.
3 Select "ONE REPEAT".

REPEAT

Each press switches the repeat mode. 1 "ONE REPEAT" 2 "REPEAT" 3 Off. Repeat deactivated
Setup for repeating all tracks in a disc
2 Select "REPEAT".
Setup for repeating selected tracks
1 Program the track sequence according to
Each press switches the repeat mode. 1 "REPEAT" 2 Off. Repeat deactivated
steps 1 to 2 of "Listening to the desired sequence (program playback)".
All selected tracks will be repeated.
To stop repeated playback
Press the REPEAT key repeatedly until the repeat mode is switched off.
The "REPEAT" indicator turns off and playback according to the current CD player mode.
Playing tracks in a random order (random playback)
As the titles each time are selected randomly, the music can be enjoyed without getting tired of it.
If the "PGM" indicator is lit, turn it off by pressing the PGM key in stop mode to cancel the program mode.

2 Press the RANDOM key.

Each press switches the modes as follows. 1 "RANDOM" on (Random playback) 2 "RANDOM" off (Normal playback)

RANDOM

Playback stops after each title has been played once. The random playback can also be repeated by pressing the REPEAT key.
To select another track in the middle of playing one
To cancel random playback
Press so that the "RANDOM" indicator is turned off. RANDOM
Pressing the 4 key returns the playback position to the beginning of the track being played.
The "RANDOM" indicator goes off and the playback in order of the tracks starts from the track being played.
Convenient recording methods
This unit provides the following recording features in addition to normal recording. Select the appropriate method according to the purpose of recording.
The tape deck of the unit can record signals only on Normal (Type ) and High (Type ) tapes. It cannot record on Metal (Type ) tapes.
To record CD with a simplified method (CD = TAPE) All-track recording
Records all tracks in a CD onto a tape.

Single-track recording

Records only one CD track being played onto a tape. (This is convenient for recording of desired tracks from a disc being heard for the first time.)
To record desired CD tracks by reordering them (CD = TAPE) Program recording
Recording of programmed tracks in the programmed order. (Convenient for recording only the desired CD tracks in the desired order.)

2 Play the connected equipment. 3 Adjust the volume.
Adjusting the AUX Input Level
This adjusts the input level for the external equipment (video deck etc.) connected to the AUX input terminal. Adjust so that the volume of the AUX input source sounds at an equivalent level to the CD. (Main unit operation only)
1 Press the AUX key. 2 Select "AUX INPUT ?".
Turning the knob switches the display contents. "T A P E R V S. ? "
"REC OPTIONS" "AUTO PRESET" or "AUTO MEMORY" (Only when the TUNER input is selected) "A U X I N P U T ? " (Only when the AUX input is selected)
(Press the set/demo key while the "?" mark is blinking.)
"T I M E R S E T ? " "A. P. S. S E T ? "
3 Adjust the input level.

The level decreases

The level increases

Input level

4 Set it.
Adjustment is possible over the range from - 5 to + 2. Adjusting the input level control also varies the recording level from the input source connected to the AUX input jacks.
Application section Timer operation

Clock adjustment

As the clock is not used to show the time of the day but is also used in timer operations, be sure to set the clock in advance.
1 Activate the clock adjustment mode.
Press and hold for more than 2 sec. when the power is ON.

ADJUST

The time display starts to blink.
2 Enter the figure of hour.
1 Enter the figure of hour.

To decrease hour

Example: Adjustment to 8:07 To increase hour

2 Set it.

3 Enter the figure of minute.
1 Enter the figure of minute.

To decrease minute

In other areas than the U.K. and Europe the clock shows the time of the day in the 12-hour system. Press the set/demo key. The hour is entered and the minute display starts to blink.
Example: Adjustment to 8:07 To increase minute
If you make a mistake, restart from the beginning. When the time of day has been set by pressing the set/demo key, the display shows "COMPLETE !". After a power failure or the power cord has been unplugged then plugged in again, it is required to set the time again. When the 7 STOP key is pressed while the power is in the standby mode, the time of the day will be displayed for 5 seconds.

Sleep timer (SLEEP)

The unit is turned OFF automatically after the specified period has elapsed.
Operate easy To use Timer (O.T.T.) w
Playback of the selected input source starts at the specified time, and the unit is switched off after one hour. This timer operates only once directly after setting.

Press the remote's TIMER key repeatedly until "O.T.T." lights up. To cancel the timer reservation after it has been activated, press the TIMER key while the unit is ON so that all of the timer-related indicators are turned off. (The setting made above is still left in memory.) When the O.T.T. timer is set while the PROG.1 or PROG.2 timer has been set, the reservation by the PROG.1 or PROG.2 timer is canceled. When the unit enters the Standby mode, the standby/timer indicator lights in green. If there is a power failure or the power cord is unplugged after the timer reservation has been activated, the standby/timer indicator blinks in green. In this case, the clock setting should be restarted from the beginning.
4 Put the unit in standby mode.
Setting an everyday timer program (PROG. TIMER)
In each of PROG.1 and PROG.2, the timer data including the operating period and played contents can be set and selected to be activated or not as required.
1 Make preparations for the play (recording).

To listen to CD

Insert a disc. (Program playback is not possible.)

To listen to tape

Set a tape into.

For recording

Make preparations for recording.

To listen to radio

The station should be preset prior.
Playing the auxiliary input source
Make timer setting of the component connected to the AUX input jacks.
Two timer settings can be reserved independently in two programs PROG.1 and PROG.2. Please make reservations with an interval of at least one minute, so that the operation times of PROG. 1 and PROG. 2 do not overlap.
2 Select the timer number.
Turning the knob switches the display contents. "T A P E R VS. ? " "REC OPTIONS"
"AUTO PRESET" or "AUTO MEMORY" (Only when the TUNER input is selected) "A U X I N P U T ? " (Only when the AUX input is selected) "T I M E R S E T ? " "A. P. S. S E T ? " Turning the knob switches the display contents. 1 "O. T. T. SET ?" 2 "PROG. 1 SET ?" 3 "PROG. 2 SET ?"
2 Select "PROG. 1 SET ?" or
"PROG. 2 SET ?".

PROG.1 SET?

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3 Set the ON time then the OFF time.

ON TIME

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).
There are precisely aligned parts around the heads, inNote cluding the tape guides. When cleaning, pay special attention so as not to apply shock to them.
Head Pinch roller Tape guides

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.

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 and restart the operation after the condensation has dried up. Be specially cautious against condensation in a following circumstance: 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 : Clock display
Stored contents which are cleared in at least a day after power plug is unplugged from power outlet : Amplifier section "on/standby" status (ON or STANDBY), Last input selection, Volume control value, Tone control levels, AUX input level, Setting auto power save Tuner section Receiving band, Frequency, Preset stations, Auto/ mono setting, Timer setting contents
Note related to transportation and movement
Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the following operations.
1 Remove the CD from the unit. 2 Press the CD 6 key.

CD player section

A CD is placed in the player but it cannot be played.
In case of difficulty Important Items
Place the disc properly, with the label side facing upward. Clean the disc referring to "Disc handling precautions". i Refer to "Caution on condensation" and remove the condensation by evaporation. u Press the CD 6 key. Clean the disc referring to "Disc handling precautions". Clean the disc referring to "Disc handling precautions". Install the unit in a place not subject to vibrations.

Sound is not produced.

Sound skips.

Cassette deck section

Sound cannot be produced by pressing the play key.
Clean the head referring to "Maintenance". The tape is wound too tight due to irregular winding. Play a recorded tape.
No operation occurs even when an operation key is pressed.
Press operation keys in more than a few seconds after closing the cassette holder. ) Change the tape transport direction or reverse the tape insertion ) orientation. Press in stop mode. Reset the microcomputer. Clean the head referring to "Maintenance". Try another tape.
The cassette holder cannot be opened by pressing "0 push open". Sound is harsh or high frequencies are not reproduced. Sound is distorted.
The recording level is not set properly (when the AUX input is recorded). Adjust the AUX input level. Demagnetize the head referring to "Maintenance". u Install the system at a distance from other electric appliances and TV. Set the TAPE EQ. to on. Clean the head referring to "Maintenance". u Wind the tape again by fast forwarding, rewinding or playing from an end to the other. ) Use a cassette with an unbroken recording protect tab or block the hole. i Close the holder completely. ) Set the input selector to the source to be recorded. Change the tape transport direction or reverse the tape insertion orientation. )

Noise is noticeable.

Sound vibrates.
Recording cannot be started by pressing the record key.

Remote control unit

Remote control operation is not possible.
Replace with new batteries. Operate the unit inside the remote controllable range.
Displayed messages and actions to be taken against them
Displayed Message PGM FULL PGM Mode RANDOM Mode TEXT FULL Meaning An attempt is made to select a 33rd track during programming of CD. An attempt is made to start random playback in the program mode. Exit from the program mode before random playback. An attempt is made to perform TAPE O.T.E. recording while the unit is in the CD random play mode. Exit from the random play mode. An attempt is made to display the text data of a CD-TEXT disc containing more than 1 kB of text data.

Specifications

[Cassette deck section]

[Amplifier section]

Effective output power during STEREO operation (1 kHz, 10% T.H.D., at 6 ).. 25 W + 25 W Rated output power during STEREO operation (1 kHz, 0.7% T.H.D., at 6 ). 18 W + 18 W (For Singapore) Rated output power during STEREO operation (1 kHz, 10% T.H.D., at 6 ).. 20 W + 20 W (For other countries) Rated output power during STEREO operation (1 kHz, 10% T.H.D., at 6 ).. 25 W + 25 W Frequency response AUX.. 40 Hz~50 kHz (0 dB ~ -3dB) Track.. 4-track, 2-channel stereo Recording system.. AC bias system (Frequency: 105 kHz) Heads Playback/ recording head.. 1 Erasing head... 1 Motor... 1 Wow and flutter.. 0.2 % (W.R.M.S.) Fast winding time.. Approx. 110 seconds (C-60 tape)

[General]

Power consumption (For U.S.A., Canada and Singapore). 70 W (For other countries).. 80 W Dimensions. W : 180 mm (7-1/16).. H : 255 mm (8-7/16).. D : 317 mm (12-7/16) Weight (net).. 5.1 kg (11.2 lb)

[Tuner section]

FM tuner section Tuning frequency range. 87.5 MHz ~ 108 MHz MW (AM) tuner section (For U.S.A. and Canada) Tuning frequency range.. 530 kHz ~ 1,700 kHz (For U.K. and Europe) Tuning frequency range.. 531 kHz ~ 1,602 kHz (For Australia) Tuning frequency range.. 531 kHz ~ 1,602 kHz (For other countries) Tuning frequency range 9 kHz step.. 531 kHz ~ 1,602 kHz 10 kHz step. 530 kHz ~ 1,610 kHz

Speakers

Enclosure.. Bass-refrex type Speaker configuration Woofer.. 120 mm, cone type Tweeter.. 25 mm, dome type Impedance... 6 Maximum input level.. 30 W Dimensions. W : 150 mm (5-7/8).. H : 255 mm (10-1/16).. D : 215 mm (8-7/16) Weight (net). 2.3 kg (5.5 lb) (1 piece)

[CD player section]

Laser.. Semiconductor laser Over sampling... 8 fs (352.8 Hz) Laser wave lengh. 760 to 800 nm Laser power class.. Class 3A (IEC) D/A Conversion.. 1 Bit
KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice. Sufficient performance may not be exhibited at extremely cold locations (where water freezes).

For your records

Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product. Model Serial Number

MICRO HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM

HM-333

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

COMPACT COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO
B60-4976-MA (K, P, M, I, X, T, E2) AP 0011

Before applying power

Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
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 *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 13-Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse. 2. The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse in the moulded plug. 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 threepin plug.

* AC voltage selection

The AC voltage selector switches on the rear panel are set to the voltage that prevails in the area to which the unit is shipped. Before connecting the power cord to your AC outlet, make sure that the setting positions of these switches match your line voltage. If not, they must be set to your voltage in accordance with the following direction. AC voltage selector switches Move switch lever to match your line voltage with a small screwdriver or other pointed tool.

Preparation section

120V 240V Note: Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage selector switch.

AC 110 -

AC 220 -

Safety precautions

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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.
The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas)
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
The marking is located on the rear panel and says this product has been classified as Class 1. It means that there is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the product
Inside this laser product, a laser diode(s) exceeding Class 1 laser radiation is/are contained as alerted by the internal caution label shown above. To avoid exposure to laser beams, do not open the cover.

Special features

CD text information display
When discs conforming to CD-TEXT are played with this unit, the text information recorded on the CD (disc name or titles) is displayed automatically. Some CDs conforming to CD-TEXT may not display text information. Up to 1000 letters may be displayed. If the CD exceeds 1000 letters, "TEXT FULL" will be displayed.
Convenient recording features
Versatile recording features are provided, allowing the user to select desired one for each purpose.

One-touch recording :

Pressing a single key starts recording of all tracks or a single track in a CD.

Program recording :

Your favorite tracks can be recorded in any desired order.

Versatile timer features

O.T.T. (Operate easy To use Timer) : This timer setting is executed only for an hour (and for once) when the set start time comes. Timer playback, timer recording : Two timer programs (PROG.1, PROG.2) are available for timer playback (AI timer playback) or timer recording. (With the AI timer playback, the playback volume increases gradually after the start of timer playback.) Sleep timer : This timer turns the unit off automatically when the set time has elapsed. It is convenient for example for falling asleep while listening to music in the night time, etc.
In regard to demonstration
This unit is equipped with a demonstration function (only display). The demonstration consists of sequential change of display and indicators showing the operations, but the audio itself does not change. The demonstration function can be cancelled as follows.
"DEMO OFF" (To cancel demonstration): Press the set/demo key during demonstration.

set / demo

"DEMO ON" (To execute demonstration): After turning power ON, press and hold the set/ demo key (for more than 2 seconds).
This operates automatically when a power failure has occurred or the plug of the power cable has been pulled while the power was ON.

Unpacking

Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all the accessories are present. If any accessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If the unit was shipped to you directly, notify your shipper immediately. Kenwood recommends that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.

Accessories

Please confirm that the following accessories are present.
AM loop antenna (1) FM indoor antenna (1) Remote control unit (1) Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
AC plug adaptor (1) Use to adapt the plug on the power cord to the shape of the wall outlet. (Accessory only for regions where use is necessary.)

For the U.S.A.

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labeles on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety.
KENWOOD CORPORATION 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO, HACHIOJI-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS NO. 21 CFR 1040.10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J. Location: Back Panel

Audio output
VCR, Analog turntable with built-in RIAA equalizer (optional P-110), etc.
In case an associated system component is connected, also read the instruction manual of the component. Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be produced or noise may interfere. Before plugging or unplugging a connection cord, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. If connection cords are plugged or unplugged with the power cord left plugged in, malfunction or damage may result.

Controls and indicators

Display
T he displays given in this manual are approximations only. They may differ from what actually appears on the display.

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1 Tape-related indicators 2 CD-related indicators 3 Character information display/tunerrelated indicators
4 RDS-related indicators (For Europe
and U.K.) 5 Timer-related indicators
6 Tape record/record-pause indicators 7 O.T.E. (One-Touch Edit) indicator 8 TAPE EQ. indicator 9 Character information display (Dot

display)

0 EX.BASS indicator, LOUD indicator

AUTO POWER SAVE function

When the unit is ON and the unit is left for 30 minutes with CD and TAPE not operating, the unit is switched off automatically by this function. This is convenient when you forgot to switch off the unit. This function can be activated or deactivated by the following operation.
1 Select "A.P.S. SET?".
2 Select "A.P.S. ON" or "A.P.S. OFF".

volume / multi control

3 Set it.
(Press the set/demo key while the "?" mark is blinking.) When the TUNER or AUX input is selected, APS operates only when the volume is set to zero or when MUTE is on.
Controls and indicators System connection

Main unit

remote
volume / multi control TUNER

standby / timer

AUX Power

7 stop

Tuning Mode

menu set / demo

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repeat

TAPE rec

TAPE O.T.E.

TAPE EQ.

push open

CD key
Press to open or close the CD tray.

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7 stop / Tuning Mode key
CD, TAPE : & Press to stop a disc or tape operation. TUNER : Press to switch between the AUTO (auto tuning, stereo reception) and MONO (manual tuning, manual reception) modes. On standby mode: Press to display the clock.
2 Remote sensor 3 Display panel * 4 volume/multi control knob and keys
Normally, this is used for volume adjustment.
CD : Used to skip CD tracks. TAPE : Used to fast forward or rewind tape. TUNER : Used to receive a preset radio station.

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6 set/demo key
Press to set or enter an item selected with the volume/multi control knob. This key is also used for switching demonstration on/ off. 3

4 Remaining time on entire disc
Title display with CD-TEXT compatible discs
When a CD-TEXT compatible disc is played on this unit, the disc and track titles recorded in the disc are displayed automatically provided that they use alphanumeric characters. When a title is too long to be accommodated in the display, press the DISPLAY key to scroll the displayed title so that the previously hidden characters be viewed.
(When pressed during stop) Scrolled disc title display

DISPLAY

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(When pressed during play) Scrolled track title display
It may sometimes be unable to display the recorded characters even when the loaded disc is a CD-TEXT compatible disc. When the number of characters recorded in a disc is 1000 or more, the display will show "TEXT FULL".

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Playback of tape
If you load a tape in the cassette deck in advance while the power is off. Pressing the TAPE key turns power on automatically and starts the tape playback.
Selection of TAPE equalizer (TAPE EQ.)

Start playback

To wind tape at high speed
Selection of reverse mode

1. Load a cassette tape.

1 Press the area marked 0 push open to open the cassette holder. 2 Insert a tape. 3 Press the area marked 0 push open to close the cassette holder.
Do not use a cassette with more than 90-minute recording time, for the tape used with such a cassette is very thin and tends to cause troubles such as entanglement around the pinch roller or cutting of tape.
The tape deck of the unit can play Normal (Type ), High (Type Metal (Type ) tapes. Remove tape slack before loading.
Press the TAPE key of the desired direction.

TAPE PLAY

Reverse mode indication Transport direction indicators

Tape counter

Displayed when the deck is loaded with a tape.
Transport direction indicators: Indicates the tape transport direction during playback or recording by lighting of 2 or 3. This direction is the direction stored in memory when the tape was last stopped.
To fast wind in direction | To fast wind in direction \

Main unit only

1 Select "TAPE RVS. ?".
Press the STOP 7 key to stop fast winding. The same operation is also available with the 4 and keys on the main unit.

(Press the set/demo key while the "?" mark is blinking)
When playing a tape prerecorded with Noise Reduction system (such as the DOLBY NR) ON, be sure to set the "TAPE EQ." ON for playback.
Lit when "TAPE EQ." is ON

2 Select.

1"

" : (ONE-WAY)

Only one side is played back (recorded), and then the tape stops.

2"

" : (REVERSE)
Both sides are played back (recorded), and then the tape stops.
3" Each press switches the modes as follows. 1 "TAPE EQ." ON (TAPE equalizer is used) 2 "TAPE EQ." OFF (TAPE equalizer is not used)
Select the "TAPE EQ." ON mode according to the recording condition of the tape.

" : (ENDLESS)

Both sides are played back endlessly. (The tape stops after recording onto both sides.) (The initial setting is " "(REVERSE))
A tip for use of the tape counter
The tape counter is set to "0000" when a cassette tape is loaded. By writing down the counter reading in case you want to interrupt recording (playback) in the middle of the tape, the memo will be helpful as a reference for locating the same position when continuing the recording (playback) the next time. The tape counter figure decrements during recording or playback of the back side (while the 2 tape transport indicator is lit). To set the tape counter to "0000", open the cassette holder once. Then the counter will be reset.

Tape counter display

The displayed information is switched every time the TIME DISPLAY key is pressed.
Remote control unit only (For U.K. and Europe)

(For other countries)

1 Clock display 2 Tape counter
Receiving broadcast station
When the TUNER FM/AM key is pressed, the unit will automatically be switched on and reception status will be reached.
One-by-one presetting (3)
Tuning a nonpreset radio station (1)
Tuning a nonpreset radio station (2)
Collective presetting of stations
One-by-one presetting (2,4)

TUNER FM/AM

1. Select the tuner input.
Each press of the TUNER FM/AM key switches the band as follows. FM AM
2. Preset a radio station in memory.
Collective presetting of stations
Follow the procedure in "Collective presetting of stations" to preset automatically the tunable radio stations in your area. Once stations are stored by auto presetting, the present procedure is not required from the next time, unless you move of house or re-execute presetting of all tunable stations.
One-by-one presetting (Manual preset)
A station can also be tuned even when it is not preset. For details, read "Tuning a non-preset radio station (Auto tuning, Manual tuning)".

3. Tuning (Preset Call)

If radio stations have already been stored with auto presetting or manual presetting, select a station using the 4, key. Each press of the same key switches the preset stations in sequence. Lights during stereo reception The "TUNED" indicator lights when a station is received

Frequency display

When is pressed : 1=2=3. 28=29=30=1. When 4 is pressed : 30 = 29 = 28.. 3 = 2 = 1 = 30.. When a key is held depressed, preset stations will be skipped at an interval of about 0.5 second. To select a preset station from the remote, use the 4 P.CALL key or numeric keys.
Receiving broadcast station Playback of tape
AUTO MEMORY. For U.K. and Europe AUTO PRESET.For other countries

1 Receive a broadcast.

2 Select "AUTO MEMORY"
(or "AUTO PRESET").

AUTO MEMORY

A maximum of 30 stations of the band presently being received will be preset. When there are many stations and the intended station has not been preset, please also use "One-by-one presetting (Manual preset)".
Channel space setting (Except for U.S.A., Canada, U.K., Europe, Malaysia and Australia)
The space between radio channels has been set to the one that prevails in the area to which the system is shipped. However, if the current channel space setting does not match the setting in the area where the system is to be used, for instance when you move from area 1 or area 2 shown in the following table or vice versa, proper reception of AM/ FM broadcasts cannot be expected. In this case, change the channel space setting in accordance with your area by referring to the following table.
1 Turn power on. 2 While holding TUNER FM/AM key pressed,
turn the volume/multi control knob to select "FM 50/AM 9" or "FM100/AM10".
Each press switches the space frequency alternately. 1 FM 50 kHz, AM 9 kHz

FM 50/AM 9

2 FM 100 kHz, AM 10 kHz

FM100/AM10

Area CHANNEL Space Frequency FM: 100 kHz AM: 10 kHz FM: 50 kHz AM: 9 kHz
USA, Canada and South American countries Other countries
Tuning a non-preset radio station (Auto tuning, Manual tuning)
Select the tuning mode according to the radio wave receiving condition.
When the receiving condition is good: AUTO mode When it is poor due to weak radio waves: MANUAL mode
In MANUAL mode, FM stations are received in monaural.
1 Select the AUTO or MANUAL mode.
Each press alternates the mode. 1 "AUTO" : Stereo reception("AUTO" lit) 2 "MANUAL" : Monaural reception ("AUTO" not lit)
Normally, use the AUTO (Auto tuning, stereo reception) mode.

In AUTO mode : 2 Tune a station.

To decrease frequency

The next preset station can be received automatically every time the TUNING UP/DOWN (1 or ) key is pressed. To increase frequency

In MANUAL mode :

Press the TUNING UP/DOWN (1 or ) key repeatedly until the desired station is received. The desired station can also be received by holding the TUNING UP/DOWN (1 or ) key depressed until its frequency is displayed.
1 Perform the procedure in "Tuning a nonpreset radio station (Auto tuning, Manual tuning)" to receive the station to be preset. 2 Press the ENTER key during reception.

MEMORY

"MEMORY" lights (for approx. 20 sec.) A maximum of 30 stations of the band presently being received will be preset.
(Proceed to step 3 while "MEMORY" is lit.)
3 Select one of the preset numbers from 1 to 30.
4 Press the ENTER key again.
If several stations are preset under the same number, the previous memory is replaced with the latest memory contents.
(Repeat steps 1, 2, 3 and 4 to preset other stations)
R.D.S. (Radio Data System) (For U.K. and Europe)
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.
This unit is equipped with the following functions utilizing RDS data :
PTY (Program Type Identification) Search :
The tuner automatically searches for a station which is currently broadcasting a specified program type (genre). The "R.D.S" indicator lights up when an RDS broadcast (signal) is received.
PS (Program Service Name) Display :
When an RDS broadcast is received, the station name is automatically displayed.
Some functions may not be provided or be given different names depending on countries or areas.

Before using RDS

For reception of RDS stations, the auto memory function must be used to preset the stations. With the auto memory function, RDS stations are preset with priority. "No Data" will be flashed when a station is not preset by auto memory.
R.D.S. (Radio Data System) Playback of tape
Searching for a desired program type (PTY search)
By specifying the type of program (genre) you want to listen to, the tuner automatically searches for a station which is currently broadcasting a program of the specified type.
Set the reception band to FM. Preset RDS stations with the auto memory function.
1 Select the PTY search mode.

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When an RDS broadcast is received, the program type is shown on the display. If no PTY data is available, or if the station is not an RDS station, "None" is displayed.

Program position of the track to be selected next.
Press the numeric keys as shown below. To select track No. 23 : +10 X 2, 3 To select track No. 40 : +10 X 4, 0

(Go to step

2 within 20 seconds.)

2 Confirm the selection.

(To select more than one track, repeat steps 1 and 2 for each track.)

3 Start playback.

Up to 32 tracks can be programmed. When "PGM FULL" is displayed, no more tracks can be programmed. If you made a mistake, press the CLEAR key and enter the track No. again. When a track No. is entered, the track will be added to the end of the existing program. When the total time of CD program is 256 minutes or more, the time display shows "- - : - -".
Tracks will be played in the order they were programmed (following the program numbers). When the 4/ key is pressed during play, the program will jump to the preceding or the following track respectively. When the 4 key is pressed once during playback, the play position returns to the beginning of the current track being played.
To add a track to an existing program
1 Select the track number to be added with

the numeric keys.

2 Press the SET key.
Up to 32 tracks can be programmed. When "PGM FULL" is displayed, no more tracks can be programmed. If you made a mistake, press the CLEAR key and enter the track No. again. When a track No. is entered, the track will be added to the end of the existing program.
To clear a programmed track

P-05 CLEAR

P-5 has been deleted Each time the key is pressed, the last track in the program is cleared.
To clear the entire program

Goes off

The program mode is cancelled when the unit is turned off or the programmed disc is ejected. The set program is cleared entirely at this time.

Repeated playback

You can repeatedly listen to a favorite track or disc.
Setup for repeating a single track
1 Confirm that the "PGM" indicator is not lit.
If the "PGM" indicator is lit, turn it off by pressing the PGM key in stop mode to cancel the program mode. Confirm that this is not lit.
2 Play the track to be repeated.
3 Select "ONE REPEAT".

REPEAT

Each press switches the repeat mode. 1 "ONE REPEAT" 2 "REPEAT" 3 Off. Repeat deactivated
Setup for repeating all tracks in a disc
2 Select "REPEAT".
Setup for repeating selected tracks
1 Program the track sequence according to
Each press switches the repeat mode. 1 "REPEAT" 2 Off. Repeat deactivated
steps 1 to 2 of "Listening to the desired sequence (program playback)".
All selected tracks will be repeated.
To stop repeated playback

4 Put the unit in standby mode.
Setting an everyday timer program (PROG. TIMER)
In each of PROG.1 and PROG.2, the timer data including the operating period and played contents can be set and selected to be activated or not as required.
1 Make preparations for the play (recording).

To listen to CD

Insert a disc. (Program playback is not possible.)

To listen to tape

Set a tape into.

For recording

Make preparations for recording.

To listen to radio

The station should be preset prior.
Playing the auxiliary input source
Make timer setting of the component connected to the AUX input jacks.
Two timer settings can be reserved independently in two programs PROG.1 and PROG.2. Please make reservations with an interval of at least one minute, so that the operation times of PROG. 1 and PROG. 2 do not overlap.
2 Select the timer number.
Turning the knob switches the display contents. "T A P E R VS. ? " "REC OPTIONS"
"AUTO PRESET" or "AUTO MEMORY" (Only when the TUNER input is selected) "A U X I N P U T ? " (Only when the AUX input is selected) "T I M E R S E T ? " "A. P. S. S E T ? " Turning the knob switches the display contents. 1 "O. T. T. SET ?" 2 "PROG. 1 SET ?" 3 "PROG. 2 SET ?"
2 Select "PROG. 1 SET ?" or
"PROG. 2 SET ?".

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3 Set the ON time then the OFF time.

ON TIME

OFF TIME
4 Make the desired reservation.
For timer playback or AI timer playback
In other areas than the U.K. and Europe the clock shows the time of the day in the 12-hour system. For each of the ON time and OFF time, enter the figure of "hour" by performing steps 1 and 2 then enter the figure of "minute" in the same manner. If you make a mistake, press the menu key and restart from step 2.

For timer recording

1 Select the mode.
(1) Select "REC". 1 "PLAY" 2 "REC" 3 "AI PLAY"
(1) Select "PLAY" or "AI PLAY". 1 "PLAY"

(Timer play)

2 Select the input source.
(1) Select the source to be played. 1 "TUNER"

(Broadcasts)

\ \ \ \
2 "REC" 3 "AI PLAY"
(Timer play with gradually increasing volume

(2) Set it.

(1) Select what is to be recorded. 1 "TUNER"
2 "CD" 3 "TAPE" 4 "AUX"
(External input / video, etc.)

2 "AUX"

3 Select the broadcast station (only when
TUNER is selected above). (1) Select the preset station No.
When the timer setting is completed by pressing the set/demo key, "COMPLETE !" is displayed. When "PLAY" is selected, the timer playback will start at the volume setting used at the moment the unit is set to the Standby mode.
5 Reserve the timer operation.
When the timer setting is completed by pressing the set/demo key, "COMPLETE !" is displayed. The sound is muted during timer recording. If you want to monitor the recorded sound, turn the volume/multi control knob (or press the VOLUME key on the remote) to adjust the volume.
Press the TIMER key on the remote repeatedly until "PROG. 1", "PROG. 1 2" or "PROG. 1 2" lights. To cancel timer reservation after it has been activated, press the TIMER key while the unit is on so that all of the timer-related indicators are turned off. (The setting made above is still left in memory.) When the unit enters the Standby mode, the standby/ timer indicator lights in green. If there is a power failure or the power cord is unplugged after the timer reservation has been activated, the standby/timer indicator blinks in green. In this case, the clock setting should be restarted from the beginning.
6 Put the unit in standby mode.

Important Items

Maintenance
Cleaning the head section
Cotton swab Capstan Cleaning the heads and peripheral components Cleaning the heads and peripheral components For maintaining the best condition of the deck and for longer service life, always keep the heads, capstan and pinch roller clean. To clean them, perform the following: 1. Open the cassette holder. 2. Using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol, clean the head, capstan and pinch roller carefully.

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).
There are precisely aligned parts around the heads, including the tape guides. When cleaning, pay special attention so as not to apply shock to them.

Note Note

Head Pinch roller Tape guides

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.

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 and restart the operation after the condensation has dried up. Be specially cautious against condensation in a following circumstance: 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 : Clock display
Stored contents which are cleared in at least a day after power plug is unplugged from power outlet : Amplifier section "on/standby" status (ON or STANDBY), Last input selection, Volume control value, Tone control levels, AUX input level, Setting auto power save Tuner section Receiving band, Frequency, Preset stations, Auto/ mono setting, Timer setting contents
Note related to transportation and movement
Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the following operations.
1 Remove the CD from the unit. 2 Press the CD 6 key.

CD NO DISC

3 Wait for some time and verify that the display becomes as shown in the figure. 4 Wait a few seconds and turn the unit OFF.
Cassette deck section Transport direction, Tape EQ., Reverse mode
Disc handling precautions
Handling Hold the discs so that you do not touch the playing surface. Do not attach paper or tape to either the playing side or the label side of the discs.
Never play a cracked or warped disc
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player. Therefore, to avoid danger, never use a cracked or deformed disc or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent. Please do not use discs which are not round because they may cause a malfunction.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet then, while holding the Power key depressed, plug the power cord again.
Amplifier section/Speakers

Symptom

Sound is not produced.

Remedy

Connect properly referring to "System connections". Adjust to an required volume. Switch MUTE OFF. Unplug the headphone plug.
The "standby/timer" indicator blinks in red and no sound is put out. The "standby/timer" indicator blinks in amber.
A speaker cord is short-circuited. Turn power off and re-connect the speaker cord. Adjust the present time again.

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No sound from the headphones.
Insert correctly. Adjust to an required volume. Connect properly referring to "System connections".
Sound is not produced from the left or right speakers. The clock display blinks without changing the figures. Timer operation is not possible.
Adjust the present time again.
Adjust the present time referring to "Clock adjustment". Set the timer ON time and OFF time. t Press the TIMER key to set up the execution. ey

Tuner section

Radio stations cannot be received.
Connect antennas. Select a band. Tune to the frequency of the desired station.

Noise interferes.

Install the outdoor antenna in an apart position from the road. Switch the suspected electric appliance OFF. Install the TV or the system at an increased distance between them. Preset stations with tunable frequencies. Preset stations again.
A station has been preset but it cannot be received by pressing the P.CALL key.

CD player section

A CD is placed in the player but it cannot be played.
In case of difficulty Important Items
Place the disc properly, with the label side facing upward. Clean the disc referring to "Disc handling precautions". i Refer to "Caution on condensation" and remove the condensation by evaporation. u Press the CD 6 key. Clean the disc referring to "Disc handling precautions". Clean the disc referring to "Disc handling precautions". Install the unit in a place not subject to vibrations.

Sound is not produced.

Sound skips.

Cassette deck section

Sound cannot be produced by pressing the play key.

[General]

Power consumption (For U.S.A., Canada and Singapore). 70 W (For other countries).. 80 W Dimensions. W : 180 mm (7-1/16).. H : 255 mm (8-7/16).. D : 317 mm (12-7/16) Weight (net).. 5.1 kg (11.2 lb)

[Tuner section]

FM tuner section Tuning frequency range. 87.5 MHz ~ 108 MHz MW (AM) tuner section (For U.S.A. and Canada) Tuning frequency range.. 530 kHz ~ 1,700 kHz (For U.K. and Europe) Tuning frequency range.. 531 kHz ~ 1,602 kHz (For Australia) Tuning frequency range.. 531 kHz ~ 1,602 kHz (For other countries) Tuning frequency range 9 kHz step.. 531 kHz ~ 1,602 kHz 10 kHz step. 530 kHz ~ 1,610 kHz

Speakers

Enclosure.. Bass-refrex type Speaker configuration Woofer.. 120 mm, cone type Tweeter.. 25 mm, dome type Impedance... 6 Maximum input level.. 30 W Dimensions. W : 150 mm (5-7/8).. H : 255 mm (10-1/16).. D : 215 mm (8-7/16) Weight (net). 2.3 kg (5.5 lb) (1 piece)

[CD player section]

Laser.. Semiconductor laser Over sampling... 8 fs (352.8 Hz) Laser wave lengh. 760 to 800 nm Laser power class.. Class 3A (IEC) D/A Conversion.. 1 Bit
KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice. Sufficient performance may not be exhibited at extremely cold locations (where water freezes).

For your records

Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product. Model Serial Number