Kenwood DM-5090 Owners manual

MINIDISC RECORDER

DM-5090

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

B60-3497-00 MA (M,T,C) MC
98/12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 97/12 11 10 9 8

Introduction

SYSTEM

CONTROL

PLAY

OUT

OPT.COAX.

REC
IN

2 COAX.1 OPT.

DIGITAL

LINE

PLAY
OUT

REC
IN

RLR

L

AC 110 ­120V

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AC 220 ­ 240V

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AC 110 ­120V

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AC 220 ­ 240V

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Before applying power

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Units are designed for operation as follows.

Caution : Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation.

U.S.A. and Canada ................................................................................................................................................................ AC 120 V only

U.K. and Europe ..................................................................................................................................................................... AC 230 V only

*Other countries............................................................................................................................... AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable

*AC voltage selection

The AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel is 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 position
of this switch matches your line voltage. If not, it must be set to your
voltage in accordance with the following direction.

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

AC voltage selector switch

Move switch lever to match your line voltage with a small screwdriver
or other pointed tool.

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 appro priate 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.

Safety precautions

Caution : Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation.

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 PRODUCT’S 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

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: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

REQUIREMENT BY NEDERLAND GAZETTE

Batteries are supplied with this product. When
they empty, you should not throw away. Instead,
hand them in as small chemical waste.

Introduction

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Contents

Caution : Read the pages marked

Introduction.......................................................................................................................................... 2

Before applying power ..................................................................................................................... 2

Safety precautions ............................................................................................................................ 2

Contents ........................................................................................................................................... 3

Special feature .................................................................................................................................. 4

Accessories ...................................................................................................................................... 4

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................................................................................................... 5

Information that you should know.................................................................................................... 7

Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................ 7

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 8

MD system...................................................................................................................... ...................... 9

System connections .......................................................................................................................... 10

Names and functions of parts .......................................................................................................... 12

Display/Main unit ............................................................................................................................ 12

Remote control unit ........................................................................................................................ 14

Operation of remote control unit..................................................................................................... 15

Playback of Mini Disc ........................................................................................................................ 16

Playing tracks in order from track No. 1 ......................................................................................... 16

Searching a desired track by its title (TITLE SEARCH) ................................................................... 17

Playback from desired track ........................................................................................................... 18

Random playback ........................................................................................................................... 18

Programming ..................................................................................................................................... 20

Programming tracks in a desired order .......................................................................................... 20

Repeated playback ......................................................................................................................... 22

Recording-related keys ..................................................................................................................... 23

AUTO/MANUAL key ....................................................................................................................... 23

MONITOR key ................................................................................................................................ 23

REC MODE key .............................................................................................................................. 24

Recording (ANALOG input) .............................................................................................................. 26

ANALOG recording ......................................................................................................................... 26

Recording (DIGITAL input)................................................................................................................ 28

DIGITAL recording .......................................................................................................................... 28

Synchro recording with CD playback..............................................................................................30

DIGITAL recording and SCMS ........................................................................................................ 30

Editing................................................................................................................................................. 31

Selecting the editing function type................................................................................................. 31

Moving the track being played (TRACK MOVE) ............................................................................. 32

Moving several tracks at a time (QUICK MOVE)............................................................................ 34

Dividing the track being played (TRACK DIVIDE) ........................................................................... 36

Combining the track being played (TRACK COMBINE) ................................................................. 38

Erasing the track being played (TRACK ERASE) ............................................................................ 40

Erasing one or more track at a time (QUICK ERASE) .................................................................... 42

Editing titles .................................................................................................................................... 44

Changing the displayed contents .................................................................................................... 48

TIME DISPLAY key ......................................................................................................................... 48

LEVEL METER MODE key ............................................................................................................. 48

Timer operations ............................................................................................................................... 49

Timer playback, timer recording ..................................................................................................... 49

In case of difficulty ............................................................................................................................ 50

Specifications..................................................................................................................................... 53

carefully to ensure safe operation.

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Introduction

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Unpacking

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Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost.
Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your unit was shipped
to you directly, notify the shipping company without delay. Only the consignee (the person or company receiving the unit) can file a claim against the
carrier for shipping damage.
We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.

Keep this manual handy for future reference.

Special feature

This unit is audio equipment based on the Mini Disc format. The Mini Disc (MD) is an application of the optical and magneto-optical technology and
has the capability to record signals on discs.The operability of the MD is equivalent to the Compact Disc (CD). The MD uses optional non-contact
system so the recordings are not degraded by eternal factors and the discs are never scratched or damaged in playback.

“D.R.I.V.E.” for high-quality recording

Sampling rate converter

Versatile editing functions

Title input, title search

This unit incorporates the KENWOOD-original “D.R.I.V.E.” circuit which
makes high quality sound reproduction possible.

(D.R.I.V.E.:Dynamic Resolution Intensive Vector Enhancement)

The sampling rate converter incorporated in this unit is compatible with all
digital sources (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz).

÷ 48 kHz : Standard mode of DAT. For recording of B mode broadcasting of BS tuner, etc.
÷ 44.1 kHz : Standard mode of DAT. For recording of CD, MD, etc.
÷ 32 kHz : Standard mode and long-hour mode of DAT. For recording of A mode broadcast-

ing of BS tuner.

In addition to the conventional editing functions (MOVE, DIVIDE, COMBINE
and ERASE), this unit provides more versatile editing functions such as the
QUICK MOVE function for moving desired tracks at once or the QUICK ERASE
function for erasing desired tracks at once.

In addition to the “Title input function” which allows to assign disc and track
titles simply using the multi-jog dial and the “Title search function” which
allows to find the desired track title, the “Preset title function” provides a
selection of frequently used titles.

Accessories

Check that the following accessories are present.

Audio cord (2) System control cord (1) Optical fiber cable (1)

Remote control unit (1) * AC plug adaptor (1)Batteries (2)

* Use to adapt the plug on the power

cord to the shape of the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where
use is necessary.)

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Caution :Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

DM-5090 (En)

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, pay
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.

Never pull or stretch
the cord.

6. Temperature – The appliance may not function properly

if used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The
ideal ambient temperature is above +5°C (41°F).

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.

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3.

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 manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.

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 manufacturer’s
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.

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.

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

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disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line
surges.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

DM-5090 (En)

18.Power lines – An outside antenna system should not be

located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines
or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

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.

POWER OFF!

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.

19.AC outlets – Do not connect other audio equipment

with a power consumption larger than that specified to
the AC outlet on the rear panel. Never connect other
electrical appliances, such as an iron or toaster, to it to
prevent fire or electric shock.

20.Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords,

or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.

21.Attachment – Do not use attachments not recommended by

the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

22.Replacement parts – When replacement parts are required,

be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23.Safety check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to

this appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operating
condition.

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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND
CLAMPS

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMP

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

Notes

Notes

1. Item 3 is not required except for grounded or polarized equipment.

2. Item 17 and 18 are not required except for units provided with antenna
terminals.

3. Item 17 complies with UL in the U.S.A.

Information that you should know

Safety Precautions

Handling of Mini Disc

As the Mini Disc is accommodated inside a cartridge, it can be handled
without caring about dust or fingerprint. However, stained or soiled
cartridge may cause malfunction. To enjoy beautiful sound for ex­tended period of time, take care on the following points.

Do not touch the disc directly.

Do not touch the disc by opening the shutter with your hand. The
cartridge will be damaged if it is forced open.

Care

Wipe periodically dust and dirt attached on the cartridge with a dry
cloth.

Write protect tab

To protect recorded contents against accidental erasure, set the write
protect tab of the disc open. Return the tab to the original position
when you want to record signals on the disc.

Disc back side

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Storage position

Do not leave Mini Discs in place where the temperature and/or
humidity are extremely high (for example, in a place subject to direct
sunlight).

Note related to transportation and movement

Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the
following operations.

1. Set the POWER key to ON without loading a Mini Disc.

÷ Check that no disc is present in the unit.

2. Wait a few seconds and verify that the display shown
appears.

3. Set the POWER key to OFF.

Installation position

Slide open.
(Recording disabled)

SEARCHPGM

NO DIS

C

Dust countermeasure

Write protect tab

Slide close.
(Recording enabled)

ANALOG

DIGITAL
213

32kHz

MONITOR

44.1kHz
48kHz

The MD recorder is very sensitive to vibrations. It should be installed
in a position subject to as small vibration as possible.

The shutter of the disc cartridge is permanently open while the disc
is loaded in the set. Therefore, to prevent dust from penetrating inside
the disc, take the disc out of the unit immediately after completion of
recording or playback.

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Maintenance

Information that you should know

DM-5090 (En)

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.

Unplug power cord

Reference notes

Beware of condensation

When water vapor comes into contact with the surface of cold
material, water drops are produced.
If condensation occurs, correct operation may not be possible, or the
unit may not function correctly.
This is not a malfunction, however, the unit should be dried.
(To do this, turn the POWER switch ON and leave the unit as it is for
several hours.)

Caution against contact revitalizer

Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction. Be
specially careful against contact cleaners containing oil, for they may
deform the plastic componente.

Be especially careful in the following conditions:

÷ When the unit is brought from a cold place to a warm place, and there

is a large temperature difference.

÷ When a heater starts operating.
÷ When the unit is brought from an air-conditioned place to a place of

high temperature with high humidity.

÷ When there is a large difference between the internal temperature of

the unit and the ambient temperature, or in conditions where conden­sation occurs easily.

Memory backup

The typical period for which the memory can be backed up while the
power cord is unplugged or the POWER key is set to the OFF position
is about 3 weeks, though this may be variable depending on the
surrounding environment.
In case of long hours of power failure or slipping out of the power cord,
the data related to recording and editing (that is usually recorded at the
moment the Mini Disc is ejected) may be cleared or destroyed before
it is written in the Mini Disc. Remember that the data lost cannot be
recovered.
After recording or editing, be sure to eject the Mini Disc so that the
recording or editing data can be written in the disc.

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 AVAILABLE TAPES OR DISCS SHOULD CONTACT THE
MECHANICAL COPYRIGHT PROTECTION SOCIETY LIMITED OR
THE PERFORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY LIMITED.

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.

MD system

The Mini Disc system has the features as summarized in the following.

1 Like CD (Compact Disc), playback can be started from any position. (Random access)
2 It uses a disc with a diameter of 64 mm that is accommodated in a cartridge.
3 Two types of discs can be used. (playback only discs, recordable / playable discs).
4 Up to 74 minutes of recording or playback is possible using high-efficiency coding technology.
5 Countermeasure against vibration is taken using semiconductor memory chip.

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Playback-only Mini Disc

This type of MD can be used only for playback,
and is used by the commercially-available mu­sic MD software packages. The playback-only
MD is an optical disc like the Compact Disc
(CD). The signals are recorded as the presence
or absence of small pits and read out by an
optical, non-contact pickup.

Recordable Mini Disc

This MD is a magneto-optical disc which can
be recorded by magnetic field modulation. To
record signals, laser light is irradiated from the
bottom side of the magneto-optical disc and
magnetic field is applied from the upper side
of it.

Sound-skip prevention memory

During playback, this unit always stores signals in memory temporarily to prevent sound from being skipped in case of vibration. As a result, even
when the data from the optical pickup is interrupted due to vibration, etc., the music will not be interrupted because the memory holds the data for
several seconds.

During normal
playback

Several sec. of data

Digital memory

Mini Disc When the readout from disc

The sound data for several
seconds is always stored
during playback.

Reproduced sound

In case of vibration

is interrupted momentarily
due to vibration or shock, the
reproduced sound from the
memory will not be
interrupted.

Reproduced sound

High-efficiency coding technology “ATRAC” (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding)

The Mini Disc has only a half the size of the Compact Disc but provides the same recording time. This is made possible by ATRAC*, a newly developed
high-efficiency coding technology.
The ATRAC compresses the music data to about 1/5 the amount of data which would be obtained with conventional technology, by cutting off the
sound components which do not pose problem in audition even when they are not present. This has made it possible to record or play up to 74 minutes.

Sound does not af­fect the sensitivity
of ears

Lowest and highest
frequencies are not audible
unless the sound has a
certain level of volume.

Small sound near large
sound

A small sound is not audible
to human ears if it is
produced at the same time
as a large sound. (Masking
effect)

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Lowest frequencies Highest frequencies

Sensitivity of ears

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Monaural recording

This unit can record a longer period of sound in monaural (monaural long-play mode). In this mode, the recording time of the disc is about double that
in the stereo mode.
The Mini Disc recorded in the monaural mode cannot be played with equipment which is not compatible with monaural playback.

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D.R.I.V.E. (Dynamic Resolution Intensive Vector Enhancement) system

This unit incorporates the KENWOOD-original “D.R.I.V.E.” circuit which makes high quality sound reproduction possible.
1 The reproducibility of small signals is improved drastically for an excellent reproduction of fine reverberations of music. The excellence is also

remarkable in the feeling of stability, presence, attack sound and bass reproduction.

2 The D.R.I.V.E. system maintains the correlation between the musical components of the input and output signals and does not cause any sound

degradation from the principle.

System connections

Make connection as shown below. When connecting the
related system components, refer also to the instruction
manuals of the related components.

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Caution: Do not plug in the power lead until all connections
are completed.

Except for U.S.A., Canada

Caution regarding placement

To maintain proper ventilation, be sure to leave a space around the unit (from the largest outer dimensions including projections) equal to, or greater
than, shown below.
Left and right panels: 10 cm, rear panel: 10 cm

Malfunction of microprocessor

If operation is not possible or erroneous display appears even
though all connections have been made properly, reset the
microprocessor referring to “In case of difficulty”.

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Audio cords
(DM-5090 optional)

Optical fiber cable
(DM-5090 optional)

REC

IN

L

R

R

MD/DAT

PLAY

REC
OUT

LINE

PLAY

OUT

L

R

Integrated amplifier (optional)

IN

L

PHONES

R

DIGITAL
OUTPUT

COAXIICAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

REC

PLAY

IN

OUT

2 COAX.1 OPT.

OPT.COAX.

CD player (optional)

DIGITAL

REC

IN

2 COAX.1 OPT.

SYSTEM

CONTROL

SYSTEM

CONTROL

COMPACTCOMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

MD recorder (optional)

Optical fiber cable
(optional)

AC 220 -

AC 110 -

240V

120V

‘

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System control cord
(CD player optional)

SYSTEM

CONTROL

System control cord
(DM-5090 optional)

TO WALL AC
OUTLET

Notes

Notes

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DIGITAL input / output jacks
(OPTICAL)

Remove protective caps
from digital input/output
jacks before use.

1. Connect all cords firmly. If connections are loose, there could be loss of sound or noise produced.

2. When plugging and unplugging connection cords, be sure to first remove the power cord from the AC outlet. Plugging/unplugging
connection cords without removal of the power cord can cause malfunctions or damage to the unit.

DIGITAL

REC

IN

2 COAX.1 OPT.

Remove cap.

PLAY
OUT

OPT.COAX.

÷ When connecting the audio cords (cords with pin plugs on each end), insert

the white plugs into the L (Left) jacks and red plugs into the R (Right) jacks.

System connections

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About the system control connections

About the system control connections

Connecting system control cords after connecting a Kenwood audio component system lets you take advantage of
convenient system control operations.
There are two Kenwoood system control modes. Make connections according to the groups of terminal symbols shown
below.

[XS8] Mode : lets you combine F, f, and ƒ terminals
[SL16] Mode : for [SL16] terminals only

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This unit is
You can connect this unit via system control if all other equipment using system control connections are set to the [SL16]
mode.

Notes

Notes

compatible.

1. [SL16] equipment cannot be combined with [XR], [XS], and [XS8] equipment for system
operations. If your equipment consists of this kind of combination, please do not connect
any system control cords. Even without system control cords, normal operations can be
carried out without affecting performance.

2. If your amp or receiver does not have a system control terminal, do not connect any system
control cords to the system control terminals on the other components.

3. Do not connect system control cords to any components other than those specified by
Kenwood. It may cause a malfunction and damage your equipment.

4. Be sure the system control plugs are inserted all the way in to the system control terminals.

About the system control operations

Remote Control

Lets you operate this unit with the system remote supplied with the amp or receiver.

Automatic Operation

Automatically switches the input selector on the amp or receiver when you start playback from this unit.

Synchronized Recording

When recording a CD after setting the amplifier's input selector to CD, starting playback on the CD player allows to
start recording automatically in an interlocked operation.

÷ Do not operate the CD player during recording of a digital source other than CD; otherwise malfunction may occur. º

Note on connection of optical-fiber cable

The optical-fiber cable is designed for use in the connection
of the CD player (optional). The digital signal transmission
makes it possible to record the high-quality sound of CDs
without degradation.

÷ Insert the optical-fiber cable straight into the connector until it clicks.
÷ Be sure to attach the protection cap when the connector is not used.
÷ Never bend or bundle the optical-fiber cable.
÷ All of the commercially-available optical fiber cables cannot be used

with these units. If there is an optical fiber cable which cannot be
connected to your component, please consult your dealer or nearest
KENWOOD agent.

Names and functions of parts

Display / Main unit

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PGM (Program) indicator

Operation indicators

¶ REC indicator
8 Pause indicator

3 Play indicator

POWER

- ON – OFF

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REPEAT indicator

TITLE and SEARCH indicators MONO indicator

REPEAT
TITLE

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STEREO MINIDISC RECORDER DM -5090

DISC LOADING MECHANISM

TIMER

REC OFF PLAY

0

FADE

L

∞

IN

R

SEARCHPGM

SINGLECOPY

TOTAL

REMAIN

SINGLE, TOTAL and
REMAIN indicators

∞

• • • •

2

0

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ANALOG input indicator

Peak level indicators

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MANUAL indicator

MONITOR indicator

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Listening through headphones

Plug the stereo headphones (with standard-plug) available in audio
stores into the PHONES jack and adjust the listening volume with the
PHONES LEVEL control on the front panel.

PHONES LEVEL

MIN

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MAX

Standby mode

While the standby indicator of the unit is lit, a small amount of current is flowing into the unit's 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.

Description of main unit keys

1 Mini Disc insertion slot

: When a Mini Disc is inserted while the unit is in the standby

mode, it is turned ON automatically.

2 Remote control sensor

3 Manual search down (1) key (y

: This key also functions as the fast reverse key during

playback.

: During an editing mode, press to move the title input

cursor or to scroll the track title display to the left.

4 Manual search up (¡) key (y

: This key also functions as the fast forward key during

playback.

: During an editing mode, press to move the title input

cursor or to scroll the track title display to the right.

5 Stop (7) key

: Press to stop playback or recording.

6 Play (3) key

: Press to start playback.

7 REC INPUT key §

: Press to switch the recording input line between digital

(optical/coaxial), analog and monaural.

8 REC LEVEL knob ¶

: Rotate to adjust the analog recording level.

9 POWER key

: Press to turn the unit ON and OFF.
: The unit may enter the standby mode when the POWER key

is pressed to turn it ON. This is because the unit holds the
memory that it has been put to the standby mode by the
remote control unit in the last operation.

0 TIMER switch

: This switch is used in timer playback and timer recording.

! Eject (0) key

: Press to eject the Mini Disc.

@ LEVEL METER MODE key i

: Press to switch the level meter display contents.

# TIME DISPLAY key i

: Press to switch the time and title display modes.

$ TITLE INPUT key r

: Press to switch the title input mode ON/OFF.

% TITLE SEARCH key &ty

: Press to switch the title search mode ON/OFF.
: During title editing, press to switch the title change input

mode between the “overwrite mode” and “insert mode”.

^ REPEAT key ™

: Press to switch the repeat modes for repeat playback.

Names and functions of parts

DM-5090 (En)

& EDIT/SPACE keys ¤

EDIT:

: Press to switch the editing mode ON/OFF.

SPACE:

: Press to insert a blank space character during the title input

operation.

* DELETE key y

: During title editing, press to delete a character. During track

editing, press to delete a track.

( AUTO/MANU. key £

: Selects whether the track numbers are to be marked auto-

matically during recording (AUTO) or to be marked manually
after it (MANUAL).

) MONITOR key £

: Press to monitor the sound being input from the source

while the unit is in stop mode.

¡ Pause (8) key

: Press to let playback or recording pause temporarily.

™ Record (¶) key

: Press to start recording.

In stop mode :

: When the ¶ key is pressed while a recordable disc is present

in the unit, it enters record-pause mode.
(It enters record-pause mode at the position immediately
after the last existing track.)

In record-pause mode :

: When the ¶ key is pressed, recording starts by creating a

new track from the current position. The track number is
incremented by “1”.

£ JOG DIAL (Jog dial) &(¤

Skip down (4)/ Skip up(¢) knob

: During playback, press to skip tracks.
: Before starting recording in record mode, rotate to select the

recording setting adjustment mode.
: During title search, rotate to select a track number.
: During title input, rotate to select a track number or a

character.
: During editing, rotate to select the editing mode or a track

number.

¢ ENTER key ‹

: For use in executing the editing and title input operations.

∞ SET key: ¤

: For use in setting the editing result and input title in memory.

§ REC MODE/CHARA. (Character) keys ¢t
REC MODE:

: Press to switch the recording setting adjustment modes

(record modes) ON/OFF.

CHARA. :

: Press to select a character group during the title input

operation.

¶ PHONES jack

: Connect stereo headphones (optional) here.

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• PHONES LEVEL knob

: Rotate to adjust the volume of the headphones.

Names and functions of parts

Remote control unit

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The remote control unit incorporates the basic operation keys as well as a variety of applied operation keys so that it can be
used in a wide range of purposes.
Use care to store the remote control unit in a safe place so as not to lose it.

DM-5090 (En)

1 Numeric keys / Character editing keys

Numeric keys
0-9 :

: Press when selecting a track number

directly.

+10 :

: Press when selecting a track number 10

or more.

+100 :

: Press when selecting a track number

100 or more.

: These keys are also used to select a

character or symbol during title editing.

CHARACTER DELETE / CLEAR keys
CHARACTER DELETE :

: During title input, press to delete a char-

acter.

CLEAR :

: During editing, press to clear a selected

track number.

: In program mode, press to clear the

program.

CHARACTER SPACE / CHECK keys
CHARACTER SPACE :

: During title input, press to insert a blank

space character.

CHECK :

: In program mode, press to check the

program contents.

CHARA. (Character)/ P.MODE (Play
Mode) keys
CHARA. :

: Press to select a character group during

the title input operation.

P.MODE :

: Press to initiate the program mode.

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Model: RC-M0702
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5 Applied operation keys

EDIT CANCEL key

: Press to cancel the editing operation.

TITLE INPUT key

: Press to switch the title input mode ON/

OFF.

2

TITLE SEARCH key

: Press to switch the title search mode

ON/OFF.

: During title editing, press to switch the

title change input mode between the

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“overwrite mode” and “insert mode”.

REC INPUT Key

: Press to switch the recording input line

between digital (optical/coaxial), analog
and monaural.

AUTO PAUSE key

: When this key is pressed, the pause

mode is initiated automatically at the
point where the track number changes

4

during playback.

AUTO/MANUAL key

: Selects whether the track numbers are

to be marked automatically during re-

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cording (AUTO) or to be marked manu­ally after it (MANUAL).

REC MODE key

: Press to switch the recording setting ad-

justment modes (REC MODE) ON/OFF.

MONITOR key

: Press to monitor the sound being input

from the source while the unit is in stop
mode.

2 ON/STANDBY key

: Press to turn the unit between ON (

STANDBY (

) modes.

3 Display-related/REPEAT keys

REPEAT key

: Press to switch the repeat modes for

repeat playback.

RANDOM key

: Press to initiate the random play mode.

TIME DISPLAY key

: Press to switch the time and title display

modes.

METER MODE key

: Press to switch the level meter display

contents.

) and

4 Basic operation keys

0 : Eject key
¶ : Record key
8 : Pause key
7 : Stop key
3 : Play key
4 , ¢ : Skip down/up keys
CURSOR / 1 , ¡ keys
1 , ¡ :

: During playback, press to fast forward or

fast reverse the play.

CURSOR :

: During title input, press to move the

cursor.

CHARACTER/SEARCH keys
CHARACTER :

: Press to select a character group dur-

ing the title input operation.

SEARCH :

: During playback, press to skip tracks in

the forward or reverse direction.

6 Editing mode keys

EDIT key

: Press to switch the editing mode ON/

OFF.

SET key

: This key is used in the title assignment or

editing operations.

ENTER key

: Press to execute editing or enter the

input title in memory.

Operation of remote control unit

Loading batteries

DM-5090 (En)

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Remove the cover. Insert batteries.

1

Operation

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Close the cover.

2

1

÷ Insert two R6 (“AA”-size) batteries following

the polarity indications.

To switch the power of the unit ON, plug the power cord into
a wall outlet, press the POWER key of the main unit to ON
and press the ON/STANDBY key of the remote control unit.
Once the power has been switched ON, press the desired
operation key.

÷ When pressing more than one remote control keys successively, press

the keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more between
pressing of keys.

Remote sensor

6m

Reference operating range

Model: RC-M0702
Infrared ray system

30° 30°

Notes

Notes

1. The provided batteries are intended for use in operation checking, and their service life may be short.

2. When the remote controllable distance becomes short, replace both of the batteries with new ones.

3. If direct sunlight or the light of a high- frequency fluorescent lamp (inverter type, etc.) is incident to the remote sensor, malfunction may
occur. In such a case, change the installation position to avoid malfunction.

Playback of Mini Disc

OVER (−dB)

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48kHz

44.1kHz

DIGITAL

Use the following procedure to play a MD in the original
order of tracks from track No. 1.

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Before playing a MD

Set the TIMER switch to OFF.

TIMER

REC OFF PLAY

Disc recorded in monaural mode

This unit is capable of playing a Mini Disc recorded in the
“monaural long-play mode.” As the “monaural long-play
mode” requires half the amount of data required for
stereo mode recording, the playing time (recording time)
of the disc is doubled (to max. 148 minutes) from that in
the stereo mode.

÷ A Mini Disc recorded in the “monaural long-play mode” cannot be

played normally with equipment which is not compatible with
monaural playback.

Playing tracks in order from track No. 1

Turn the power ON.

1

POWER

In case no disc is loaded:

- ON – OFF

DM-5090 (En)

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DIGITAL

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MONITOR

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44.1kHz
48kHz

Load a Mini Disc.

2

Start playback.

3

In the direction of the arrow.

÷ When “-STANDBY-” is displayed, turn the unit ON by pressing the

) / STANDBY ( ) key of the remote control unit.

ON (

÷ Insert a Mini Disc into the slot securely.
÷ “READING” blinks while the unit checks the contents of the disc.
÷ If a title has been assigned to the disc, that title will be displayed.

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OVER (−dB)

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48kHz

SEARCHPGM

SINGLE

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÷ If the “PGM” indicator is lit, press the CHARA. / P.MODE key of the

remote control unit to turn it off.

÷ In a few seconds, playback starts from track No, 1.

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Track No. being played

Elapsed time of track
being played

Playback of Mini Disc

DM-5090 (En)

Preparation

1 Put the MD recorder in stop mode.
2 Enter the track mode. (“PGM” goes off)

CHARA.

P.MODE

Searching a desired track by its title (TITLE SEARCH)

Press the TITLE SEARCH key.

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TITLE

SEARCHINPUT

Pressing the TITLE SEARCH key again cancels
the track number selection mode.

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TITLE

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SEARCHPGM

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÷ With a track to which no title has been assigned, the track number and

. . . . . . . .

“

÷ Title search is possible in either stop or play mode.

” are displayed.

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ITLE

Title

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MONITOR

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44.1kHz
48kHz

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Select the desired title.

2

Start playback.

3

JOG DIAL

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To smaller
track No.

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track No.

Pressing the TITLE SEARCH key again cancels
the current track number.

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Selected track Characters flow toward the left.

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Track No. being played Elapsed time of track

÷ Playback starts in a few seconds.

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ITLE

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ITLE

OVER (−dB)

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3

OVER (−dB)

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Characters flow toward the left.

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OVER (−dB)

1

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being played

ANALOG

MONITOR

ANALOG

MONITOR

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MONITOR

DIGITAL
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44.1kHz
48kHz

DIGITAL
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32kHz

44.1kHz

48kHz

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