Kenwood DPC-341 User Manual

PORTABLE COMPACT DISC PLAYER

DPC-441

DPC-341

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

Note; This instruction manual is for common use with the two models above.

Note for use In automobiles: if you usôtheunït in yourcar,instaiI it in a place not subject to direct sunlight. Also do not leave that unit in car when not in use, for this

wilt cause damage to the unit such as deformation by direct sunlight

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Aii Caution: Read this page carefully to

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ensure safe operation.

For the U.S.A. and Canada

Important!

Units shipped to the U.S.A. and Canada are designed for operation on 120 volts AC only.

CAUTION: TOPREVENTELECTRICSHOCKDONOTUSE

THE AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD. RECEPTACLE OR

OTHER OUTLET UNLESSTHEBLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED

TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

For the U.S.A. FCC WARNING:

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Cha nges or modif ications 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 communications, 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 foliowing 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 help.

For CANADA DOC REGULATION

"This digital apparatus does not exceed the CLASS B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set

out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.*"

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

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The marking of products using lasers

(Except for some areas).

CLASSI

LASER PRODUCT

This label is attached to the bottom panel and says that the component uses laser beams that have been dassiflad as Class 1.

It means tiiat the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker

class. There is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit.

WARNING NOTICE:

IN MOST CASES IT IS AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPY RIGHT TO MAKE COPIES OF TAPES OR DISCS WITH OUT THE PERMISSION OFTHE COPYRIGHT OWNERS.

ANYONE WISHING TO COPY COMMERCIALLY AVAIL ABLE TAPES OR DISCS SHOULD CONTACT THE ME

CHANICAL COPYRIGHT PROTECTION SOCIETY LIM ITED OR THE PERFORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY LIM ITED,

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Caution: Read the pages marked A carefuliy to ensure safe operation.

Portable anywhere

Compatibility with three power supplies including dry cell batteries, car battery and mains power outlet expands the place of your music entertainment.

Versatile playback features

Various playback operations including the programming of tracks in desired order, repeated play, random play and scan play are possible.

DSP controlling the tone and live feeling

The DSP {Digital Sound Processor) allows you to select desired tone setup as well as to reproduce live feeling in concert halls.

A Before applying power

ASafety precautions.....

A IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Accessories Power supply Controls and indicators

Preparation.....

Playback from the first track Playback from desired track Programming tracks in desired order..., 15 Various playback features

Playback with desired tone

HOLD/RESUME switch.......... 20

Listening through speaker system (optional)

Listening through car stereo..22

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Convenient features

The Hold feature prevents erroneous operation even when a key is pressed while the unitTs in a bag and the

Resume feature memorizes the position where playback

was fast stopped. The unit can also be connected to an optional speaker system.

Maintenance In case of difficulty

Specifications..,............

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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 con

nected to a power supply only of the type

10. Dust and moisture —Avoid places where is

dusty or where the humidity is high. described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11. Vibrations — Avoid placing the unit on an

unstable place such as a shelf or in a place

2. Power-cord protection—Power-supply cords

subject to vibrations. should be ro uted so th at they are not I ike ly 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 en

closure. If the internal parts are touched acci dentally, 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.

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 ujipl ugged 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:

g.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.

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has

been damaged; or

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been

spilled into the unit; or

C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or D. The unit does not appear to operate nor

mally or exhibits a marked change in perform ance; or

E. The unit has been dropped, or the enclo

sure damaged.

8. Temperature — The unit may not function

properly if used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is above +5“C {4rF>.

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 person

9. Water and moisture — The unit should not

nel. be used near water — for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,

in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool,

etc.

In case of abnormality, immediately press the open key to turn the power OFF, and unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet. Then please contact your nearest KENWOOD service center.

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The standard accessories vary depending on the modei of the unit. The accessories which are not equipped as standard are optionally available. For details, please

consult your dealer.

DPC-441

AC adaptor

Rechargeable battery

Card remote control unit*

Headphone X

Headphone with remote

controller

Battery case

*: Cannot be used for DPC-341

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DPC-341

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This unit can be powered from three kinds of power supplies; batteries, mains power or car battery.

The manganese dry cell batteries which have low capacity {short service life) are not suitable for use with the unit. This unit holds the stored memory even while the power is set to OFF, and consumes a very small amount of power. Therefore, if the unit is not to be used for a long period {for more than one week), remove the batteries out of the unit.

' Never use an AC adapter other than the AC adapter

provided with this unit.

^ When the unit is not used, unplug the AC adapter from

the power outlet.

Dry cell battery operation

(T) Open the cover.

(D Insert R6/"AA"{or LR6)-

size batteries.

^ Always replace both batteries at a time.

(3) Close the cover.

Note on rechargeable batteries

The rechargeable batteries should be recharged when they are used for the first time, when they have not been used for a long period or when the battery indicator blinks. The fullycharged status can be attained after about 2 hours of recharging. Be sure to use the provided rechargeable batteries or the optional NB-88/NB-77. Never use rechargeable batteries other than specified

Rechargeable battery operation

(T) Insert rechargeable batteries pay

ing attention to the 0 and 0 polar ity.

• Recharging is not possible during playback. Be sure to

set the power OFF before starting recharging.

• The rechargeable batteries can be recharged and re used for around 500 times. When the possible play back period decreases, purchase the optional IslB-SS/

NB-77rechargeable batteries.

• Be sure to close the top cover of the unit before

proceeding to recharging.

Start recharging.

1. Set the power OFF.

2. Plug in the AC adapter.

3. Wait for 5 seconds, then press the I key

twice successively.

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Connect to DC IN jack.

After recharging, unplug the AC adapter from this unit.

During recharging

Lights,

The unit returns to the power OFF status.

' If batteries are recharged befor they are completely

empty, full charging may become impossible due to the properties of rechargeable batteries. If this occurs, try to recharge batteries after they have become empty: The battery capacities will recover gradually.

► Rechargeable batteries cannot be recharged while the

external battery case Is attached,

^ Do not attach the battery case during recharging.

After recharging

Extinguishes-

External battery case operation

(DPC-441 only)

(T) Remove the cover of the battery

case.

Insert batteries.

(3) Attach to the main unit.

Secure by turning the screw in the direction of the arrow.

I If the battery case is not to be used for a long period,

detach it fronn the main unit Otherwise, the power of the Re/'^AA^'-size dry cell batteries will be recharged to the rechargeable batteries and the dry cell battery wilt be exhausted quickly. Also remove the dry cell batteries from the battery case.

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Battery indicator

Hold indicator

PGM indicator | Time counter display, volume display

Track number display

RESUMH/HOID switch REPEAT key

Selects four kinds of play modes,

P.MODE key

Press to enter the programme [PGM) mode and to programme tracks in the desired order.

OPEN key

Press to open the top cover,

DSP key

Selects five kinds of tone setups.

Play/pause key

When the key is pressed, the power of the unit is turned ON. If a disc has been loaded, the playback starts at the same time. Pressing the key during playback pauses it, and pressing the key again resumes playback.

Play mode indicators

VOLUME control

Adjusts the volume.

Stop/power OFF/recharge key

When the key is pressed during playback, play back stops. Pressing the key while the unit is in stop mode turns the power OFF.

This key is also used when recharging recharge able batteries.

External power connector (DC IN)

Plug the AC adapter into this connector when the unit is powered from mains power supply.

Headphone jack (PHONES) Skip/search keys

Press to skip tracks or fast forward or reverse the played position.

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