Kenwood DMC-K3 User Manual
Introduction
We
Want You
LISTENINGLISTENING
For A LifetimeFor A Lifetime
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PORTABLE MINIDISC PLAYER
DMC-K3
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
Accessories
Check that the following accessories are present.
AC adaptor (1) Remote control unit (1)
Stereo headphone (1) Carrying case (1)
Rechargeable battery NB-150 (1)
B60-4092-00 00 JA (K, T) 9811
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Unpacking
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.
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
U.K. and Europe ................................................ AC 230 V only
Safety precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this unit.
For best results, follow all warnings placed on the unit and adhere to the operating
and use instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
1. Power sources — The unit should be connected to a power supply only
of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
appliance.
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 unit.
3. Enclosure removal — Never remove the enclosure. If the internal parts
are touched accidentally, a serious electric shock might occur.
4. Drop — Do not drop the unit or apply strong shock to it. (Damage due to
dropping the unit is not covered by the warranty.)
5. Ventilation — Avoid hindering the ventilation of the unit by covering it
with a cloth, etc.
6. Abnormal smell — If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immediately turn the power OFF and pull out the power cord. Contact your dealer
or nearest service center.
7. Heat — Avoid placing the unit under direct sunlight or near a source of
heat such as heating equipment. Particularly, never leave it in an automobile or on the dashboard.
8. Temperature — The unit may not function properly if used at extremely
low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is above
+5°C (41°F).
9. Water and moisture — The unit 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.
10. Dust and moisture — Avoid places where is dusty or where the humidity
is high.
11. Vibrations — Avoid placing the unit on an unstable place such as a shelf
or in a place subject to vibrations.
12. Magnetic fields — Keep the unit away from sources of magnetic fields
such as TV sets, speaker systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized
objects.
13. Cleaning — Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner,
gasoline, or benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.
14. Nonuse periods — The power cord of the unit should be unplugged from
the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
15. Damage requiring service — The unit 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 unit.
C. The unit has been exposed to rain.
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance.
E. The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
16. Servicing — The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that
described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be
referred to qualified service personnel.
17. CAUTION — TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE
AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start
of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and
excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries
Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your
equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and
clear without annoying blaring or distortion — and, most importantly, without affecting
your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher
volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your
hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
÷ Start your volume control at a low setting.
÷ Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
÷ Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future.
After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment.
Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this
manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group
recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels
is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level Example
30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT
EXPOSURE
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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.
Separately sold option part
Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery .......... NB-150S (1 piece)
Car battery adaptor ................................................... DC-C70
Car cassette adaptor .................................................CAC-2
For your records
Record the serial number, found on the back panel 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
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas).
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The marking is located on the bottom
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.
For rechargeable battery
WARNING
÷ Use specified charger only.
÷ Do not disassemble or mutilate, cause burns.
÷ Do not incinerate or heat, may cause burns, burst or release toxic materiais.
÷ Do not short circuit may cause burns.
÷ Keep away from children.
In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels
on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety.
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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.
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Names and functions of parts
PORTABLE MD PLAYER DMC-K3
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Power sources
Playback
(Basics)
Main Unit
Play indicator
Track number indicator
Remote Control
MODE key
LCD
HOLD indicator
HOLD
BATTERY ( L6 .R6 .AA .AM3 ) 1 . 5V
+ (Volume up) key
– (Volume down) key
Battery
indicator
Hand strap
attaching hole
NI - MH BATTERY 1 . 2V
IN
Battery cover
HOLD switch
¢ (Skip up) key
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4 (Skip down) key
6 (Play/pause) key
4 (Skip down) key
OPEN
5 (Volume up) key
7 (Stop/off) key
Charge key
PHONES jack
HOLD switch
HOLD
Disc Holder
¢ (Skip up) key
6 (Play/pause) key
DC IN 4 - 5. 1V
DC IN jack
(Extemal power jack)
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PHONES
PHONES jack
7 (Stop/off) key
∞ (Volume down) key
Charge key
OPEN slider
OPEN
MODE key
(Only by remote control operation)
Use this key to set playback-related features and other convenient
functions. Please also read “Playback (Application)” and “Convenient
functions” for details.
The mode changes each time the
MODE key is pressed.
1 Fast forward/fast reverse
(search)
2 Changing the display mode
3 Play Mode
4 Changing the tone
(BASS BOOST)
5 Original display
When the MODE key is held depressed for more than 2 seconds:
The mode changes each time the
MODE key is pressed.
1 AUTO PLAY
2 AUTO POWER SAVE
3 Operating tone (Beep)
4 Original display
÷To change one of the above set-
ups after returning to the original
display, restart from the step of
pressing and holding the MODE
key for more than 2 seconds.
Using the Clip
Press and release.
Clip
HOLD
÷Clip the remote control unit to the
edge of your bag or pocket.
Power Supply
The specially provided rechargeable battery, commercially sold AA alkaline battery, the specially provided AC adaptor, the special car battery adaptor, and other power sources can be used for this unit. Use
the power supply that suits the application of the unit.
Using the AC adaptor
To household outlet
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÷AC adaptors may differ depend-
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When Using the Rechargeable Battery
÷Insert the battery making sure
the positive (ª) and negative
(·) poles are correctly aligned.
÷When using the battery for the
first time, charge the battery
before using it.
When Using Commercially Sold AA Alkaline Battery (LR6)
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PORTABLE MD PLAYER DMC-K3
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÷Insert the AA alkaline battery making
HOLD
sure the positive (ª) and negative
(·) poles are correctly aligned.
For use in a car
Please use the separately sold car battery adaptor (DC-C70) and car cassette adaptor (CAC-2) for listening connected to a car stereo system.
Never connect the unit to the external input terminal (AUX input terminal etc.) of a car stereo system, as this will cause malfunctions.
Charging the rechargeable battery
HOLD Function
Cancel the HOLD function with the HOLD switch and then operate the keys.
When the HOLD function is engaged, the unit will not respond to operation
of the keys. For details, refer to “Avoiding Faulty Operation (HOLD).”
The specially provided rechargeable battery is not fully charged. When using
it for the first time, charge the battery according to the following procedure.
÷Charge the battery with the power to the unit turned off. (The battery is
not charged while the unit is in operation.)
Set the rechargeable battery in place.
1
1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert the rehargeable battery
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1 Slide the battery cover up.
2 Open the battery cover.
Charge the battery.
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1 Connect the specially provided
AC adaptor.
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Remote control
To household outlet
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To DC IN jack
OPEN
÷If the battery indicator is not displayed though the battery is correctly set
up for recharging, the battery life may be expired. In this case, replace the
battery with new one.
÷The time needed to charge the battery fully is about 3 hours.
÷A fully charged battery can be used for about 9 hours. (Playing time may
differ slightly depending on the environment the unit is used in.)
and close the cover.
÷Insert the rechargeable battery mak-
ing sure the positive (ª) and negative (·) poles are correctly aligned.
2 Press the 7 key twice in succes-
sion.
Charging check
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Check
(The indication goes out after charging.)
Charging start
After 15 sec.
Charge
Playback
Cancel the HOLD function with the HOLD switch and then operate
the keys. When the HOLD function is engaged, the unit will not respond to operation of the keys. For details, refer to “Avoiding Faulty
Operation (HOLD).”
Connect the remote control
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and headphone.
÷Headphones may differ depending on the country or sales region.
÷Commercially sold headphones with stereo mini plugs ( 3.5mm) can also
be used.
Inserting a recorded MD.
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1 Open the disc holder. 2 Insert the MD and close the disc
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÷Do not force the disc holder
open,for this will damage it.
Start playback.
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Main unit
Remote control
Skip Function
Using the 4 key and ¢ key, you can skip to the start of the track
you want to listen to.
Skip Up Function Skip Down Function
¢: Track number increases 4: Track number decreases
÷Each time the ¢ key is pressed
during playback, the operation will
skip to and playback the subsequent track.
÷Pressing and holding the ¢ key
changes the displayed track numbers continuously. (except during
Random Playback)
holder by hand.
÷ Press the center of the MD until
the disc is locked into place.
÷ When the unit has been set to “AP
on” (Auto Play mode), the unit
automatically turns on and starts
playing the MD by closing the disc
holder. For details, refer to “Set-
ting AUTO PLAY”.
÷Power comes on and playback
starts from the first track.
÷“NO TITLE” will be displayed
when the MD has no track titles on
it.
÷After the last track is over, play-
back will stop.
÷When the 4 key is pressed while
playback is in progress, operation
will skip to the start of the track
currently being played back, and
playback will resume from there.
÷Pressing and holding the 4 key
changes the displayed track numbers continuously. (except during
Random Playback)
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