Before installation, read the section entitled "Installation" for correct
installation. -OH
KENWOOD
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
B60-4261-10 01
) (K,T) iMCi9902
Before applying power
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! Caution: Bead this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
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
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a threepin plug.
accordance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
AC 120 V only
AC 230 V only
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
LASER PRODUCT |
The marking is located on the rear panel and says that
this product has been classified as Class 1. It means
that there is no danger of hazardous radiation outside
the product.
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER
RADIATIONWHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO
BEAM.
Inside of this laser product, a component (a laser diode:
Wavelength: 760-800nm) classified as Class 3B laser
radiation is contained as alerted by the internal caution
label shown above. To avoid exposure to laser beams,
do not open the cover.
Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
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THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS IN
TENDED TO ALERT THE USERTO 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.
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Contents
Caution ; Read the pages marked A carefully to ensure safe operation.
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operation.
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operation.
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.
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 wails.
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.
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.
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, ortable 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.
IS.Lightning- For added protection for this appliance during
a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line
surges.
14.Abnormal smell - If an abnormal smell or smoke is
detected, immediately turn the power OFF and unplug
theappliancefrom the wall outlet. Contact your dealer or
nearest service center.
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 ram or water.
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally
by following the instruction manual. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the instruction manual as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the appliance to its normal operation.
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
F. The appliance exhibits a marked change in performance.
16.Servicing - The user should not attempt to service
the appliance beyond that described in the instruction
manual. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.
17.Outdoor antenna grounding - If an outside antenna
IS connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna
system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/
NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See
Figure.
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.
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. Replacementparts-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.
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.
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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.
Before operation
Before operation
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Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that ail 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.
Accessories
Check that the following accessories are present.
Audio cord (2) System control cord (1)
Remote control unit (1) Batteries (R6/AA) (2) Replacementfrontfeet (2) Spacer (1)
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For the U.S.A.
CAUTION :
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of proce
dures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are re
productions of lables on, or inside the product relating to
laser product safety.
For the U.S.A.
FCC WARNING
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may
cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The
user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
NOTE :
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communi
cations, if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for heip.
Optical fiber cable (1)Allen wrench (1)
KENWOOD CORPORATION
2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO,
HACHIOJI-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN
KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS
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.
Digital recording volume control
Free layout
Title input & title search
Various editing features
Simplified CD recording (D.T.E.)
Simplified playback with a onetouch operation
Sampling rate converter
The recording level adjustment which used to be possible
only with analog input signals is now available with digital
input signals.
The unit can be installed vertically on the side as well as the
conventional, horizontal installation. Much freer system set
ting than before is now possible.
The titles of tracks recorded onto an MD can be assigned and
stored in the MD. The title search facility allows you to search
desired tracks by their titles.
In addition to usual editing modes (MOVE, DIVIDE, COMBINE
and ERASE), this unit incorporates versatile editing features
such as QUICK MOVE for reordering the tracks in an MD
simultaneously and QUICK ERASE for erasing desired tracks.
When the unit is used in combination with the CD receiver
(RD-VH7), the desired track in a CD can be recorded onto sn
MD with a single operation (O.T.E.: One Touch Edit).
Even when the unit is off (STANDBY mode of power), play
back can be started easily by simply pressing the play key on
the front panel.
The unit incorporates a sampling rate converter to handle
different kinds of digital sources (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz).
Safety Precautions
Before operation
Before operation
Installation position
The MD recorder is very sensitive to vibrations. It should
be Installed in a position subject to as small vibration as
possible.
Caution on condensation
Condensation (of dew) may occur Inside the unit when
there is a great difference in temperature between this
unit and the outside.
This unit may not function properly if condensation
occurs. In this case, leave the unit for a few hours with
the power left ON, and restart the operation after the
condensation has dride up.
Be specially cautious against condensatin In a following
circumsatance:
When this unit Is carried from a place to another across
a large difference In temperature, when the humidity
in the room where this unit is installed Increases, etc.
Handling of Mini Disc
Memory backup
The memory storage is held for about a day after the
power cord has been unplugged from the power outlet.
In case the powersupply has stopped or the power cord
has been left unplugged for an extended period of time,
the information related to recording and editing (re
corded at the moment a Mini Disc is ejected) may be
cleared or destroyed before it is recorded on the disc.
The lost information cannot be recovered later.
To ensure the recording of the recording and editingrelated information on the Mini Disc, be sure to eject the
Mini Disc after every recording or editing operation.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laborato
ries.
Note related to transportation and movement
Before transporting or moving this unit, carry
out the following operations.
1. With no disc loaded in the unit, press the "on/
standby" key to on.
• Check that no disc is present In the unit.
2. Wait a few seconds and verify that the display
shown appears.
3. Press the "on/standby" key to off (standby).
Maintenance
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.
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.
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).
Dust countermeasure
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.
Installation
The front feet attached at the factory can be replaced with the provided replacement feet.
When you want to stack the RD-VH7 (optional) above this unit, installed this unit horizontally by using
the provided horizontal installation spacer.
Installatinn
Check the following accessories
Replacement front feet
Spacer for horizontal installation
Allen wrench..............................................................1
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2
1
Remove the MD and unplug the power cord be
fore proceeding to the following operation.
Only the front feet can be replaced.
When attaching replacement front feet, use only
the screws which have been used with the re
moved feet. (Using other screws may result in a
fire or malfunction.)
If this unit is fell down by mistake after installation
and if an MD is left inside the unit, the MD may be
damaged.
Changing the installation method
Horizontal, stacked installation (When stacking the optional RD-VH7 above the unit)
Use the provided spacer for horizontal installation.
O Attach the spacer by inserting its claws into the
spacer mount holes on the rear of the this unit.
IlMOTEiWhen inserting the claws, align them
with the holes by tilting the spacer slightly
(about 20 degrees) as shown in the illus
tration.
Vertical installation
Change the left front foot location as described below.
O Using the Allen wrench, remove the 2 screws
from the front foot located on the left when
the unit is seen from the front.
Make connection as shown below. When con
necting the related system components, refer
also to the instruction manuals of the related
components.
Caution: Do not plug in the power lead until all
connections are completed.
When installing this unit, reserve a clearance of at
least 10cm from the rear wall.
Malfunction of microprocessor
P If operation Is not possible or erroneous display
appears even though all connections have been
• made properly, reset the microprocessor refer
ring to "In case of difficulty". “02
Note on connection of optical-fiber cable
The optical-fiber cable is used in the connection of
the CD receiver (optional RD-VH7). The digital
signal transmission makes it possible to record
the high-quality sound of CDs without degrada
tion.
Connection of system control cord
Plugging the connector.
insert the connector straight until it clicks.
System operation features
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.
Unplugging the connector
While pushing the two sides of the connector, pull it
straight out.
• Commercial digital equipment (BS tuner, DAT, etc.)
can be connected to "OPTICAL 2". •'SB
1. Connect all cords firmly. If connections are loose, there could be loss of sound or noise produced.
(ISotesI 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.
Easy operation function
When this unit is connected with the CD receiver (RDVH7) through a system control cord, the basic operations
of this unit can be controlled from the remote control unit
provided with the RD-VH7. This connection also makes
possible the easy operation function which activates
operations according to the input selection made on the
RD-VH7 (two-way operations). For details, refer to the
Instruction Manual of the RD-VFI7.
Timer recording/playback
When this unit is connected with the CD receiver (RDVH7) through a system control cord, timer playback of an
MD and timer recording of radio broadcasting are possible.
For details, read this instruction manual as well as the
Instruction Manual of the RD-VFI7.
Operations on this unit: Steps El to □ in "General
During playback, this key is used to move the
played position forward or backward.
During recording, this key is used to adjust the
recording level. -gg-gg
At the time of editing, the cursor movement
and the selected title can be confirmed.
; Skip keys. -'Ulj
During editing, this key is used to select
track numbers, title and characters.-
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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.