Kenwood K-531-SB User Manual

COMPACT HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM

K-531

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

GVT0353-002A (E, X)

Safety precautions

Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

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.

Before Applying Power

Units are designed for operation as follows. Australia: AC 240 V only Europe: AC 230 V only

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 INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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Safety precautions

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover or cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

CAUTION

Do not block the ventilation openings or

holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.) Do not place any naked flame sources, such

as lighted candles, on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental

problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. Do not expose this apparatus to rain,

moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries (applicable for EU countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems)

Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste. Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste by products. Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest to you. Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst preventing detrimental effects on our health and the environment. Notice: The sign “Pb” below

the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery contains lead.

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Safety precautions

Declaration of Conformity with regard to the

EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Declaration of Conformity with regard to the

R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC

Manufacturer:

JVC KENWOOD Corporation 3-12, Moriya-cho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 221-0022, Japan

EU Representative's:

Kenwood Electronics Europe BV Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, The Netherlands

English

Hereby, KENWOOD declares that this System R-K531 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provision of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Français

Par la présente, KENWOOD déclare que cet appareil R-K531 est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la Directive 1999/5/CE.

Deutsch

KENWOOD erklärt hiermit, dass dieses Gerät R-K531 den wesentlichen Anforderungen und anderen relevanten Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG entspricht.

Nederlands

Hierbij verklaart KENWOOD dat dit apparaat R-K531 voldoet aan de essentiële vereisten en andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

Italiano

Con la presente KENWOOD dichiara che questa unità R-K531 è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Español

Por medio de la presente Kenwood declara que el R-K531 cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

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Contents

To ensure safety, read the items by this mark carefully.

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

Introduction .................................... 6

Connection ...................................... 8

Part names and functions .............. 10

Important information ................... 14

Starts playback ................................................. 18

Other operations during playback ............ 19

Random play ..................................................... 20

Repeat play ........................................................ 20

Program play ..................................................... 21

Radio

Listening to FM/AM radio ............................. 22

Presetting stations automatically

(AUTO MEMORY) ........................................ 23

Presetting stations manually....................... 23

Radio Data System

Displaying Program Service (PS) name ... 24 Searching for a desired Program Type

(PTY Search).................................................. 24

BLUETOOTH

Pairing this System with a BLUETOOTH

device ............................................................. 25

Listening to a BLUETOOTH device ............ 26

Other operations during playback ............ 26

To improve the sound of the BLUETOOTH

device (BLUETOOTH sound

enhancer) ...................................................... 26

Other BLUETOOTH settings ......................... 27

iPod/iPhone

Starts playback ................................................. 28

Other operations during playback ............ 29

USB playback

Starts playback ................................................. 30

Deleting the audio files from the USB

device ............................................................. 30

Other operations during playback ............ 31

External components

Starts playback ................................................. 32

Adjusting the input level for AUX

source ............................................................. 32

Digital audio players, etc.

Starts playback ................................................. 33

Adjusting the input level .............................. 33

USB recording

Recording all tracks of a CD ......................... 34

Recording a single track of a CD ................ 34

Recording desired tracks in desired

order ............................................................... 34

Recording from TUNER, AUDIO IN, AUX

source ............................................................. 34

Selecting the recording sound quality .... 35

Dividing the recorded file automatically

... 35

Audio settings

Adjusting super-bass tones (D-BASS) ...... 36

Adjusting the range levels (TONE) ............ 36

Matching the acoustic effect to the

listening environment (CONEQ) ........... 37

Setting Supreme EX ........................................ 37

Adjusting the volume balance of the left

and right speakers ..................................... 37

Timer settings

Setting the sleep timer (SLEEP) .................. 38

Setting the program timer (TIMER SET)... 39

Other settings

Setting the display brightness

(DIMMER) ....................................................... 41

Setting the display saver

(DISP. SAVER) ............................................... 41

Setting the System clock .............................. 41

Setting the Auto Power Save (A.P.S) ........ 42

Troubleshooting ............................. 43

Specifications .................................. 46

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Introduction

How to read this manual

The explanations in this manual primarily describe operation procedures using the remote control. If the

main unit has the same or similar button names, they can also be used for the operations. The displays shown in this instruction manual may differ from the actual displays.

Accessories

If any accessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer (or shipper) immediately. We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future.

AM loop antenna (×1) Remote control (×1)

RC-RP0503E

FM indoor antenna (×1) Batteries for remote control

(R03/AAA) (×2)

Transporting or moving the System

Before transporting or moving the System....

1 Remove any disc from the main unit. (P.18)

Press

2 Turn off the System. 3 Make sure any other components connected to the System are turned off. 4 Disconnect all the cords and cables.

[CD

£¥8

]

to make sure that “NO DISC” appears on the display.

Speaker cords (2 m) (×2)

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Installing the System

Always install the System on a flat, stable surface. When installing the System on a stand of some sort, be

sure to check the strength of the stand. The speakers are not magnetically shielded. The magnets used in the speakers may cause color

irregularities on CRT TVs or CRT monitors. Do not set up the speakers too close to a TV or a monitor.

Left speaker Right speakerMain unit

Introduction

CAUTION

Proper ventilation

Do not place any object on the System that may hinder heat radiation.

Do not place the System upside-down or lay it on its side.

Do not cover the System with a cloth or place it on a carpet or blanket.

Do not place the System in a narrow space that hinders the ventilation.

Leave the spaces specified below around the cabinets of the main unit.

Top panel: 50 cm or more Side panel: 10 cm or more Back panel: 10 cm or more

Power supply

Install the System so the power outlet is easily accessible, and unplug the power

cord from the power outlet immediately in case of any trouble. The power supply to the System is not shut down completely by simply setting the

power switch to “OFF.”

To shut down the power supply completely, unplug the power cord.

Installing the speakers

The sound will vary depending on the positioning of the speakers. To get the best possible sound quality or the best acoustic effect, note the guidelines below.

Ensure that the areas around the left and right speakers are as identical as possible. Set up the left and right

speakers away from the wall and hang thick curtains on any windows to minimize echoes or reverberation. Place the left and right speakers as far apart as possible.

Position the speakers at the same height as your ears when you are using the System.

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Connection

Do not plug the AC power cord into an AC wall outlet until all the connections are

CAUTION

Main connections

completed. Before disconnecting any cords or cables, always turn the System off and unplug

the power cord from AC wall outlet. Since antenna installation requires skill and experience, always consult your dealer

before installation. The antenna should be located away from power lines. If the antenna falls over, contact with a power line creates the risk of electric shock.

Speakers*

* Both left and right speakers are

the same type.

Speaker cord

(supplied)

Striped

Without stripe

Preparing the ends of the speaker cords

Twist

Connecting the speaker cords to the speaker

Connecting the speaker cords to the main unit

Rear view

Loose cords may short-circuit and cause damage to the System.

AM loop antenna

(supplied)

Keep the AM loop antenna cable wrapped around the AM loop antenna frame, otherwise the effectiveness and sensitivity of the AM loop antenna may be reduced.

To AC wall outlet

Connecting the FM antenna cord

Use some force to insert the FM antenna cord into the terminal if it is hard to connect.

Point in the direction that gives

the best reception, and fix using

tape, etc.

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FM indoor antenna

(supplied)

Black

White

Connecting the AM antenna cord

Insert by pushing until a clicking sound is heard.

Ensure that all the cords are securely connected. Loose or incomplete connections may result in noise interference or no sound at all.

Other connections (commercially available accessories)

Connection

Subwoofer with

built-in amplifier

Analog audio input

Audio cord

(commercially available)

Rear view

3.5 mm stereo mini-plug cable (commercially available)

Digital audio player,

Output from the

headphones

Cassette deck, etc.

Analog audio input

Audio cord (commercially available)

To SUB WOOFER PRE OUT To AUX REC OUT To DIGITAL OUT

Audio cord (commercially available)

etc.

Cassette deck, etc.

Analog audio output

Digital audio

component

Optical digital input

(PCM signal)

Digital optical cable (commercially available)

To DIGITAL INTo AUX PLAY INTo AUDIO IN

Digital optical cable (commercially available)

TV or BD recorder, etc.

Optical digital output

(PCM signal)

Microcomputer malfunctions:

normally or shows display errors, reset the microcomputer. (P.45) Refer also to the instruction manual that comes with the component connected to the System.

AUDIO IN terminal:

main unit. DIGITAL IN (optical) terminal:

DIGITAL OUT (optical) terminal:

with CD-DA format are output as digital signals. The audio signals from audio files (MP3/WMA) recorded on a CD-R/-CD-RW, or “iPod”, “USB”, “BLUETOOTH”, “TUNER”, “AUDIO IN”, “AUX” or “D-IN” cannot be output. AUX REC OUT terminals:

When you are not using the component, unplug the mini-plug cable from the

If the System is connected correctly and still does not operate

Select “PCM” for output signal setting of the connected component.

The audio signals from an Audio CD or a CD-R/CD-RW recorded

The audio signals from the souce played are output as analog signals.

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Part names and functions

Main unit

Top view

Connector for iPod/

iPhone (P.28)

Red: Lights in normal standby mode Orange: Lights in timer standby mode (P.40)

Turns the System on

or off (standby)

Opens/closes the CD

tray (P.18)

Records to a USB device (P.34)

Selects track or radio station /

Fast-forwards/reverses track if

pressed and held (P.19, 22, 26, 29,

Front view

terminal (P.30)

Switches to “BLUETOOTH” / Enters BLUETOOTH pairing mode if pressed and held / Disconnects if pressed and held when BLUETOOTH connection is established

Selects input source (P.18, 22, 28, 30, 32,

33)

Starts playback / Pauses / Selects the tuner band (P.18, 19, 22, 28 – 31)

Stops playback / Selects automatic/ manual tuning (P.19, 22, 26, 31)

31) Flashes during pairing process of BLUETOOTH device / Lights when BLUETOOTH connection is established (P.25)

CD tray (P.18)

Display

CAUTION

While the STANDBY/TIMER LED on the main unit lights up, the System is using very weak current to

maintain the built-in memory (Standby mode). While in Standby mode you can turn the System on using the remote control. When the headphones are connected, no sound is emitted from the speakers.

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Excessive sound pressure from headphones can cause hearing loss.

Adjusts the volume level

Plug headphones with

3.5 mm stereo miniplug

Remote sensor (P.13)

Lights in recording mode (p.34)

Display

Part names and functions

Lights during USB connection. (P.30)

Lights while the sleep timer is set. (P.38)

Lights while the program timer is set. (P.39, 40)

AUTO

Lights during automatic tuning. Goes off

during manual tuning. (P.22)

TUNED

Lights when you are tuned to the radio station.

(P.22)

ST.

Lights when you are receiving the stereo

broadcast. (P.22)

Lights in folder playback mode. (P.31)

Lights in program playback mode. (P.21)

Lights in random playback mode. (P.20, 31)

Lights during CD/USB repeat playback. (P.20,

31) : Lights during all-track repeat playback : Lights during single-track repeat

playback

Lights when the audio file folder is displayed.

Lights in the PTY search mode. (P.24)

Lights when a track is displayed.

Lights during stop of CD-DA disc playback

while the total time is displayed.

Lights while iPod/iPhone is connected. (P.28)

Lights when there is a disc in the CD tray. (P.18)

Lights during playback. (P.18, 26, 28, 30)

Flashes when the sound is muted.

Lights when playback is paused. (P.19, 26, 29,

31)

Shows numbers and text.

kHz

Lights when the AM reception frequency is

displayed. (P.22)

Lights when the sampling frequency is

displayed.

MHz

Lights when the FM reception frequency is

displayed. (P.22)

Lights when audio settings, such as the sound

;

quality, are completed.

A.P.S.

Lights when Auto Power Save (A.P.S.) is set.

(P.42)

TONE

Lights when a TONE is set. (P.36)

D-BASS

Lights when a super-bass (D-BASS) level is set.

(P.36)

SPRM EX

Lights when Supreme EX is on. (P.37)

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Part names and functions

Remote control (RC-RP0503E)

Sets the timer (P.38 – 40)

Opens/closes the CD tray

(P.18)

Enters BLUETOOTH setup mode or sound enhancer

(P.25, 26)

Selects tracks or radio stations

(P.19, 23)

Sets the sound quality (P.36)

Enters a setting mode

Fixes a setting

Selects a setting

Starts USB recording (P.34)

Selects input source / Starts

playback / Pauses (P.18, 19, 28

– 31)

Selects tracks or radio stations

(P.19, 22, 26, 29, 31)

Selects input source / Starts

playback (P.22, 32, 33)

Turns the System on or off (Standby)

Selects folders (P.19, 31)

Adjusts the display brightness (P.41)

Sets the shuffle of iPod (P.29)

Selects the playback mode (P.20, 21, 29, 31)

Clears settings (P.21) / Deletes audio files from the USB device (P.30) / Performs PTY search (P.24)

Mutes / Cancels muting

Switches the information shown on the display (P.18, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 33)

Adjusts volume

Starts/pauses BLUETOOTH playback / Enters BLUETOOTH pairing mode if pressed and held (P.25, 26)

Stops playback / Searches for the radio frequency manually (P.19, 22, 26, 31, 34)

Fast-forwards/reverses tracks and selects radio stations (P.19, 22, 26, 31)

One-Touch Operation:

£¥8

[USB

source.

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], [TUNER/BAND], [AUDIO IN], [AUX]

While in Standby mode, pressing

[BLUETOOTH

[D-IN]

, or

also turns on the power, and switches the input

£¥8

], [CD

£¥8

], [iPod

£¥8

]

Part names and functions

Using the remote control

Remote sensor

Approx. 6 m

Approx. 30°

The remote control may not operate correctly

if direct sunlight or light from a high-frequency fluorescent lamp (such as an inverter type) is shining on the remote sensor. If this happens, move the System to a different location to avoid this type of malfunction.

Approx. 30°

Loading the batteries

R03/AAA (supplied)

The batteries supplied with the System are for

operational testing and may last only for a short time. When replacing the batteries, always load 2 new

batteries.

CAUTION

Do not leave the batteries near fire or under direct sunlight. A fire, explosion or excessive heat generation may result.

How to use the number buttons on the remote control

Use the number buttons to select tracks on a disc/preset stations.

To select 3rd item, press To select 17th item, press To select 20th item, press To select 123rd item, press

[3]

[ 10], [1]

, and then

[ 10], [2]

, and then

[ 10], [ 10], [1], [2]

[7]

[0]

, and then

[3]

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Important information

Supported media

Media Explanation

USB USB flash memory Never connect any other device besides USB flash memory

USB mass storage class compliant digital audio player

CD Commercially available music

CDs

CD-R/CD-RW discs recorded in CD-DA format

MP3/WMA files recorded on CD-R/CD-RW discs

Compatible device with this unit

or a USB mass storage class compliant digital audio player to the for any losses related to malfunction, damage, or data loss due to connection of any other type of device.

You may not be able to play discs that do not conform to

the CD standard, such as Copy Control CDs.

Discs must be finalized after recording.

Depending on the equipment or recording mode used for

recording onto a CD-R or CD-RW, and depending on the type of CD-R or CD-RW used, you may not be able to play the disc on this System.

terminal. Note that we will not be held liable

About compatible iPod/iPhone Made for iPod classic

If iPod/iPhone does not play correctly, update iPod software to the

latest version. For details about updating iPod/iPhone, check on the Apple web site

<http://www.apple.com>.

About compatible USB device USB flash memory

USB mass storage class compliant digital audio player

iPod nano (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)

iPod touch (1st*, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)

iPhone 4S

iPhone 4

iPhone 3GS

iPhone 3G

* Compatible with software newer than version 3.1.3.

About BLUETOOTH function

BLUETOOTH is a short-range wireless radio communication technology for the mobile device such as mobile phones, digital audio players, and other devices. The BLUETOOTH devices can be connected without cables and communicate with each other.

This System supports the following BLUETOOTH profiles

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)

If a BLUETOOTH device compatible with AVRCP is connected, the BLUETOOTH device can be operated from the System. (P.26)

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Important information

Supported audio files

On this System, you can play the audio file types listed below.

MP3, WMA and WAV files are referred to collectively as “audio files”.

Media Audio file type Extension Sampling frequency Bit rate

CD MP3 .mp3 32 kHz – 48 kHz 32 kbps – 320 kbps

WMA .wma 32 kHz – 48 kHz 32 kbps – 320 kbps

USB MP3 .mp3 32 kHz – 48 kHz 32 kbps – 320 kbps

WMA .wma 32 kHz – 48 kHz 32 kbps – 320 kbps

WAV .wav 32 kHz – 96 kHz*, 16/24 bit —

* When playing a wav file whose sampling frequency is 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz while an iPod/iPhone is connected,

the playback sound may be interrupted. In this case, disconnect the iPod/iPhone from the System.

Disc formats

ISO 9660 Level 1, ISO 9660 Level 2, Joliet, Romeo

Number of file limits

Max. files/folders: 512 in total Max. folders: 255

Files per folder: 511

Max. files: 2000 Max. folders: 999

USB

Files per folder: 999 Max. folder layers: 16

Maximum number of displayable characters

File names: 28 Folder names: 28 Tag display (Title/Album name/Artist

name): 31 Available ID3 tags: 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3

File names: 64 Folder names: 64 Tag display (Title/Album name/Artist

USB

name): 64 Available ID3 tags: 1.0/1.1/ 2.2/ 2.3/ 2.4

This System is capable of displaying alphanumeric characters. Other characters are displayed as asterisks (*).

Other notes

Note that even where audio files comply with

the above standards, playback may fail due to factors such as the disc characteristics or recording conditions. Playback also may fail depending on the

specifications of the encoding software or the settings used for encoding. DRM (Digital Rights Management) files cannot

be played. WMA Pro, WMA Lossless, WMA Voice files cannot

be played. Audio files encoded using VBR (Variable Bit Rate)

may use bit rates that fall outside the supported range. Audio files with bit rates outside the supported range cannot be played. Be aware to back up audio files to be used in the

System. Certain conditions while using a USB device can cause contents stored on the USB device to be lost. Please note that we will not be held liable for any losses caused by loss of stored data.

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