Page 1
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER WITH AMPLIRER
KGC-4032
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
Take the time to read through this instruction manual.
Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will
help you obtain the best performance from your new graphic
equalizer.
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 KENWOOD dealer for informa
tion or service on this product.
Model KGC-4032 Serial number_________________________
CPRiriTED IN-JAPAN B50-7982-00(K)(T)
90n2 1110 98765432
Page 2
AWARNING
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
FIRE AND OTHER INJURY.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOW
INGS:
• The unit is designed to be connected
12 V DC and negative grounding.
Do not open enclosure, such as front
panel, top or bottom cover.
Do not place the unit, where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat
ing device.
Do not drop pieces of metal, needles,
coins and other electrically conductive
materials into the unit.
iEn)
Do not place the unit in areas of exces
sive dust, high humidity or on unstable
surfaces. ^
Page 3
CLEANING
1. Turn the power off, before cleaning the
unit,
2. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, thin
ner, benzine and any such kind of
objects.
3. Wipe the front panel and other exterior
surfaces of the unit with a soft dry cloth
or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a
neutral detergent.
If an abnormal smell or srnoke is detect
ed, immediately turn the power off.
If you have difficulty in installing the set
in your car, please contact your KEN
WOOD dealer.
(En) 3
Page 4
CONTENTS
Page
• EQUALIZER CURVE ADJUSTMENT............................................................. 5
• LEVEL METER
• FADER ADJUSTMENT
• ACCESSORY AND INSTALL MANNER
• INSTALLATION ........................................................................................... 9
• CONNECTION
• TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE......................................................................11
• SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................... 12
............................................................................................ 6
................................................................................
....................................................
.......................................................................................... 10
7
8
(En)
Page 5
EQUALIZER CURVE ADJUSTMENT
TO INCREASE THE LEVEL OF THE SELECTED BAND
Move the Graphic equalizer knob of
the band you wish to adjust in the up
ward direction.
(The level of the frequency band cor
responding to the moved knob in
creases.)
MAX. ; + 12dB
TO DECREASE THE LEVEL OF THE SELECTED BAND
Move the Graphic equalizer knob of
the band you wish to adjust in the
downward direction.
(The level of the frequency band cor
responding to the moved knob
decreases.)
MAX. : - 12dB
¡En) 5
Page 6
LEVEL METER
(En)
Page 7
FADER ADJUSTMENT
When you wish to emphasize
the sound from the front
speakers
Rotate the Fader controller to the left.
KEMWOOD
SnAP>1-nC gauAl.1 rcw
rcw WfTH AJilOLIFtCT Kgtc-i
f
---------
L lini
mill .
i'm'I'm «
' n'iTI
ISPtH
ara:
----
------
J
rn
0
When you wish to emphasize
the sound from the rear
speakers
Rotate the Fader controller to the
right.
ni
[M
Only with the 4-speaker system, the Fader operates.
The preout becomes sound at the rear side.
(En) 7
Page 8
ACCESSORY AND INSTALL MANNER
ACCESSORY
No.
Part namo
External view
Power connec
tion cord
Speaker cord 1
@
Panel frame 1
(D
Side bracket
®
Number
No, Part rtatne External view
of unit»
1
®
®
@
2
®
Bracket
Flat head screw
(M4x6)
Washer assemblies
screw (M4x8)
Tapping screw
{<^4x16)
0Bim>
■ [IMSTALL MANNER
1. Before installation and wiring, remove the (-) terminal of the battery to prevent shortcircuiting.
2. Connect the input and output cords of the system,
3. Connect the ground to the metal chassis of the car.
4. Connect the back-up power supply lead (yellow).
5. Install the set and after confirming the installation and wirings are correct, connect the
(-} terminal of the battery.
Number
of unit!
2
4
5
4
8 (EnJ
If a fuse is blown, first check that the associated wires are
not short-circuited, then replace the fuse with a new one
having the same capacity.
0
Page 9
INSTALLATION
When installing in the car, choose the best position with regard to overall safety of the
system and ease of operation.
As installation fixtures, use only the accessories supplied.
installing the unit in the dash panel:
Convenient spot on fire wall
installing the unit below the dash board:
CEnl 9
Page 10
CONNECTION
10
As the unit uses B.TL output, always connect the without stripe speaker
wires to the © terminais of the speaker systems. Never let the ©
speaker wires touch and never connect them to the chassis (ground).
Do not let the speaker terminals come into contact with the chassis
(ground).
Insulate any unused output wire to prevent a short circuit.
Secure unconnected wires properly so that they do not contact the
vehicle chassis.
Page 11
If the RCA extension cable (optional) is
provided with a GND wire, then, fix it into
the threaded hole for GND on the rear of
the main unit, with the @ washer assem
bly screw.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
What often appears to be a malfunction is often due to user error in operation or connection.
When trouble occurs with your unit, please check the following before calling for service.
Symptom Possible cause
Power cannot be
switched ON.
Sound is not heard from
the front or rear speakers.
Sound is not output.
1. The backup fuse is blown.
The fuse of the connected head
unit is blown.
2, The equalizer's power connec
tor is not connected to the pow
er supply.
The Fader controller is turned fully
to Front or Rear.
1. The speaker cord, system pow
er, or pre-out connections are
not secure,
2, The pre-fader control of the
head unit is set to the minimum
position.
Remedy
1. After checking that no cords are
short-circuited, replace the
blown fuse with a new one of
the specified capacity.
2. Connect the power connector.
Turn the Fader controller to op
timize the front/rear balance.
1. Connect cords properly accord
ing to the instructions in the in
struction manual.
2. Set the fader of the head unit to
the center position and check if
sound is output.
(En) 11
Page 12
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Equalizer section
Equalizer center frequency
Equalization range
Audio section
Maximum output power................................................................................40 VJ+40 W
Rated output power (less than 1% THD, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 4Q)....
Frequency response (- 3 dB)
T*H.D. (at 1 kHz)
Signal-to-noise ratio............................................................................................... 100 dB
Input Sensitivity (rated output)
Normal................................................................................................................... 0.3 V
Booster
Input impedance...................................................................................................... 10 kO
Output impedance (preout)...................................................................................... 600 0
General
Operating voltage.....
Current consumption (Max.)
Installation size (Wx H x D)
Weight.......................................................................................................
........... .
..................................... -12—-1-12 dB
....................................................................................................
..................................................................................................... 5.0 V
...................................... 60 Hz, 120 Hz, 250 Hz, 500 Hz,
...................................................................
.........
................................................................ 14.4 V (11 -16 V)
...................................................................................
...
.......................... 178x25x 150 mm (7x 1 x 5-7/8 in)
1......................................................................................kHz, 2 kHz, 4 kHz, 8 kHz, 16 kHz
.................
15 Hz - 60 kHz
20 W-i-20 W
0.03%
5.0 A
0.7 kg (1.5 lb)
12
Loading...