Kenwood SPECTRUM 350 User Manual

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Setting up your

Kenwood

Audio System

Spectrum 350

Licensing

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Additionally licensed under one or more of the following patents: US numbers 3,632,886; 3,746,792; and 3,959,590; Canadian numbers 1,004,603 and 1,037,877. ‘Dolby’, and the ) symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

2.

Safety first

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Safety Symbols

We’ve placed these safety symbols on the back of the unit.

CAUTION

!

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

 

 

 

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot in a wall socket, and insert fully.

The lightning bolt symbol is to alert you to the danger of electric shock from the operating of electric parts inside the unit.

!The exclamation point symbol is to let you know that there are important operating and servicing instructions in this

manual that you should read before you operate this unit.

Canadian IC Compliance Notice

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Rechargeable Battery Warning

If this unit uses a rechargeable battery, use the battery charger that came with the unit only. Do NOT take apart, damage, burn, or short circuit the battery, or expose it to heat—this could cause it to burst or to release toxic materials. Keep the battery away from children.

About the power supply

This unit is designed for operation in the USA and Canada using a power supply of AC 120 volts only.

Safety Precautions

Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this unit. Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in this manual. Follow all the safety and operating instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

1Power sources. The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in this manual or as marked on the unit. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your unit dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the instruction manual.

2Power-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, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

3CAUTION—Polarization. This unit may be equipped with a polarized alter- nating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider that 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 outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

4Ventilation. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The unit 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 unit. Place the unit at least 4 inches away from the walls.

3.

Do not use the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. This unit 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.

5Water 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.

6Temperature. The unit may not function properly if used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is above +41ºF.

7Heat. The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other units (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

8Electric Shock. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure through openings. If a metal object, such as a hair pin or a needle, comes into contact with the inside of this unit, a dangerous electric shock may result. For families with children, never permit children to put anything, especially metal, inside this unit.

9Enclosure removal. Never remove the enclosure. If the internal parts are touched accidentally, a serious electric shock might occur.

10Cleaning. Unplug this unit 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.

11Lightning. For added protection for this unit 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 unit due to lightning and power-line surges.

12Abnormal smell. If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immediately turn the power OFF and unplug the unit from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer or nearest service center.

13Damage requiring service. The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.

Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit.

The unit has been exposed to rain or water.

The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

The unit exhibits a marked change in performance.

The unit 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 unit to its normal operation.

14Servicing. The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the instruction manual. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

15Power 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.

16AC 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 units, such as an iron or toaster, to it to prevent fire or electric shock.

17Overloading. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

18Attachment. Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

19Replacement parts. 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.

20Safety check. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.

21Carts and stands. Don’t put this unit on a cart or stand that is unsteady or that can not support the unit’s weight. If you move this unit on a cart or stand, be careful—quick stops, excessive force and pushing over or uneven surfaces, may cause the cart to overturn and damage your equipment.

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.

Important

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 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 help

Cable System Installer Notice

Article 820-40 of the NEC provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Antenna

lead in wire

Grounding clamp

Antenna discharge unit

(NEC section 810-20)

Electrical service equipment

Grounding conductors (NEC section 810-21)

Grounding clamps

Power service grounding Electrode system

(NEC ART 250, part H)

4.

Contents

Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Did you get everything?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

You may need to purchase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

You’ll need these tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Assembling the rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

How to get replacement parts

for your rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Placing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Stacking your components in the rack . . . . 11

Positioning your speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting your components . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting your CD player, cassette deck, and optional turntable or VCR. . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connecting your antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting the antenna wires to the

antenna jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Using the AM indoor loop antenna (supplied) . . . 14 Using the FM indoor antenna (supplied) . . . . . . . . 14 Using an AM outdoor antenna (optional) . . . . . . . 15 Using a FM outdoor antenna (optional) . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting the system control cables . . . . 16

Connecting other audio components . . . . . 17

Plugging in your power cords. . . . . . . . . . . 18

Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5.

Welcome

Setting up your SPECTRUM System isn’t difficult, but getting your system up and running will be even easier if you follow the step-by-step directions in this manual.

Unpacking

Unpack all of the components carefully, and examine them for shipping damage. If any are damaged or fail to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your SPECTRUM System was shipped to you directly, notify the shipping company without delay. Only the person or company who originally received the system can file a claim against the carrier for shipping damage. Keep the original carton and packing materials in case you need to transport or ship your SPECTRUM System.

Did you get everything?

Check the lists below to make sure you have everything. And before you start setting up the system, look at the list of tools and other items you need. If you’re setting up other components along with your system, read the manual that came with each of those components to see what you need.

Receiver parts

Receiver (KR-596)

Remote Control (RC-S0501)

2 Batteries for remote

FM indoor antenna

AM loop antenna

Loop antenna stand

CD player parts

CD Player (DP-R896)

Audio cable

System control cable

Cassette deck parts

Cassette Deck (KX-W595)

2 Audio cables

Speaker parts

2 Main speakers (JL-506)

2 Speaker wires

Rack parts

Left panel

Right panel

Rack base

RAck top

Top back panel

Bottom back panel

Kick panel

Fixed shelf

Removable shelf

Glass Door

Hardware bag

(see page 7 for contents of the hardware bag)

You may need to purchase

Audio cables

Video cables

Speaker wire

You’ll need these tools

Screwdriver (slot and/or Phillips)

Pliers

6.

Assembling the rack

Hardware list

Before assembling your rack check to be sure that you received all of the hardware listed below.

Item

Description

Quantity

J

Allen bolt

8

K

Phillips head

12

 

screw

 

L

Allen wrench

1

M

Hinge insert

2

N

Magnetic

1

catch

O

Wood dowel

2

(long)

 

 

 

Wood dowel

9

 

(short)

 

R

Glue

1

 

Shelf pin

4

T

Upper hinge

1

U

Lower hinge

1

V

Catch plate

1

W

Catch plate

1

pad

 

 

Step1

J x 8

Left side

Finished edge

 

Finished edge

Dowel holes

Fixed shelf

Finished edge

for kick panel

 

Right side

Step 2

Q x 3

Kick Panel

R

M

7.

Step 3

 

Step 6

Hinge insert

M faces

Rack top

toward top

 

 

Kick Panel

Optional S x 4

Step 4

 

O x 2

Mallet

 

 

K x 2

 

Removable

 

(optional)

 

 

N

Step 7

Top of panel should be 1/2" below top edge of rack

M

Rack top

Black surface of both

5 back panels face toward inside of rack

Step

K x 10

Q x 6

Bottom of panel should be even with

bottom shelf

8.

Step 8

T

Edge of hinge even with edge of glass

Glass door

Screws face toward the inside of the rack

Step 9

U

Top edge of

kick panel

Step 10

Slide door into hinge

(edge of hinge even with

edge of glass)

Step 11

First close the door to see where the magnetic catch contacts it.

Attach the cushion

W

the

magnetic catch contacted it.

 

Slip the catch plate

V over the cushion.

 

 

V

 

W

9.

How to get replacement parts for your rack

If any of the rack parts are missing

 

 

 

 

 

or damaged, look for the rack

 

 

 

 

 

model number on the ID sticker on

 

 

 

 

 

the back panel. Then, contact the

 

 

 

 

 

appropriate company for replace-

 

 

 

 

 

ment parts.

 

 

 

 

 

If your rack’s model number is:

Use the following parts list to identify missing or damaged parts:

 

SRC-406C

 

 

 

SRC-406C

SRC-406N

 

Item

Description

Quantity

Part No.

Part No.

contact:

A

Left side panel

1

XW1061

349092-0

Tocabi America

B

Rack bottom

1

XW0903

344739-1

755 Otay Valley Road

C

Right side panel

1

XW1060

349093-9

Chula Vista, CA 91911

D

Kick panel

1

XW0902

344733-2

(619) 661-6136

E

Rack top

1

XW0897

344727-8

 

F

Bottom back panel

1

XW0905

433734-4

or

G

Fixed shelf

1

XW0900

344737-5

 

H

Removable shelf

1

XW0901

344738-3

SRC-406N

I

Top back panel

1

XW1062

431295-3

 

J

Allen screws

8

S0033

423699-8

contact:

K

Small screws

12

S0034

414954-8

Kenwood

L

Allen wrench

1

M0018

408737-2

1900 Gulf Street

M

Hinge inserts

2

P0054

425226-8

Lamar MO 64759

N

Magnetic door catch

1

P0098

431264-3

(800) 327-9782

O

Long wooden dowels

2

W0981

429169-7

 

Q

Short wooden dowels

9

W0092

404578-5

 

R

Glue

1

G0012

404589-0

 

S

Shelf pegs

4

M0019

424881-3

 

T

Top door hinge

1

M0026

425226-8

 

U

Bottom door hinge

1

M0027

425226-8

 

V

Door catch plate

1

M0011

422201-6

 

W

Catch plate pad

1

G0047

422201-6

 

X

Glass door

1

G0241

431296-1

 

 

 

 

 

 

10.

Placing your system

Stacking your components in the rack

To make sure that they’re properly ventilated and stable, stack them according to the following diagram. If you’re using a turntable, place it on top of the rack.

 

AM-FM STEREO RECEIVER KR-596

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BAND

TUNING

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO/MANU. +10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MEMORY

1

 

2

3

4

5

■ AUTO TUNING SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P.CALL

6

 

7

8

9

0

■ 30 STATION RANDOM PRESET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOLUME CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DOWN

UP

BASS

 

TREBLE

 

STANDBY

 

 

 

 

SPEAKERS

INPUT SELECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

2 FLAT 2

 

2 FLAT 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

4

 

4

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

6

6

6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

8

 

8

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-10

+10

 

-10

+10

 

 

 

 

 

 

SPEAKERS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER

PHONES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

BALANCE

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON/STANDBY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

)VWX

STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK KX-W595

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DUBBING

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

HIGH

NORMAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DOLBY NR

DUBBING

TAPE SELECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLAYBACK ONLY

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

 

RECORDING/PLAYBACK

 

 

 

 

PLAY

REW

FF

STOP/EJECT

PAUSE

POWER

 

 

REC LEVEL

REC

PLAY

REW

FF

STOP/EJECT

PAUSE

 

 

 

 

 

/

II

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

/

II

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

STANDBY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EDIT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPEN/CLOSE

 

 

 

MODE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DISC SKIP

MULTIPLE COMPACT DISC PLAYER DP-R896

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER

 

 

P.MODE

CHECK

CLEAR

 

 

 

 

 

 

DISC 1

DISC 2

DISC 3

DISC 4

DISC 5

 

STOP

 

 

 

TIME DSP

RANDOM

REPEAT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

STANDBY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PLAY/PAUSE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

/II

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Receiver (KR-596)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cassette

 

(KX-W595)

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD Player (DP-R896)

 

 

 

 

 

Positioning your speakers

You can get the best stereo effect by placing your speakers 6' to 12' apart along the same wall, with the main listening area midway between the 2 speakers.

To enhance the stereo effect (especially if the speakers are more than 8' apart), rotate each speaker slightly toward the listening area.

Placing the speakers against a wall will increase their bass output, but could also make them sound unnaturally ‘thick’ or ‘heavy’. If this occurs, try moving them away from the wall a foot or so.

11.

Connecting your components

Important:

Please wait until you’ve connected all of the cables before plugging any of the components into AC wall outlets and turning them on.

Connecting your speakers

Connect your speakers first. You’ll have an easier time getting to the connections on the backs of the components before you connect all of the other cables.

1Place the speakers in their approximate locations first, then leave a little extra speaker wire so you can fine-tune their locations.

2Use the speaker wire supplied with the speakers. If you need longer wire, buy speaker wire that is 18-gauge or thicker.

Remember, the smaller the number, the thicker the wire: 18-gauge wire is thicker than 20-gauge.

A few tips

To save you time, we’ve removed the insulation from the ends of the speaker wire we supplied.

When connecting speaker wires, be sure to connect positive connections to each other and negative connections to each other. Connecting positive to negative (+ to - ) or negative to

positive (- to +) can cause poor sound quality.

Never allow the positive and negative speaker wires to touch each other. Touching wires can cause a short circuit, which could damage your electronics.

Left and right speakers

Connect the left and right speakers to the ‘Speakers’ jacks on the receiver.

KR-596

RECEIVER

SPEAKERS (8-16

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RIGHT

 

 

LEFT

JL-776

JL-776

SPEAKER

SPEAKER

To connect the wire:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 Unlock the lever

2 Insert the wire

3 Lock the lever

12.

Kenwood SPECTRUM 350 User Manual

Connecting your CD player, cassette deck, and optional turntable or VCR

Use the cables that came with the audio and video components. You can connect any turntable that has a magnetic

phono cartridge.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REC

PLAY

 

 

 

 

OUT IN

R

 

 

 

Cassette Deck

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(optional)

 

ANTENNA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM75Ω LOOP ANTENNA

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM300Ω

GND

AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHONO

CD

TAPE

ADAPTOR

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

L

 

 

REC

PLAY

OUT

IN

SYSTEM

SPEAKERS

 

 

OUT

IN

 

 

CONTROL

(8-16Ω )

 

 

 

 

Audio cord

 

 

KR-596 Receiver

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turntable (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LINE OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD Player

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13.

Connecting your antennas

The quality of your FM/AM recep-

Using the AM indoor loop antenna (supplied)

tion depends on how well you place

Place the antenna as far away as possible from the main system, television,

your antennas. So please follow the

speaker wires and power cords.

instructions carefully.

 

 

Rotate the antenna until you get the best reception.

Connecting the antenna wires

 

to the antenna jacks

 

1 Unlock lever

ANTENNA

AM

2 Insert wire

Using the FM indoor antenna (supplied)

Use this antenna until you can install an outdoor antenna. When you do, remove the indoor antenna.

3 Lock lever

ANTENNA

FM75Ω LOOP ANTENNA

 

GND

FM300Ω

AM

 

1Remove the insulation from the wire tip, and twist the wire tightly to get rid of any loose strands.

2Connect the end of the wire to the left-most antenna jack on the receiver.

3Fully extend the antenna, and place it along a wall or bookshelf.

4Adjust the antenna to find the position that provides the best reception.

5Attach the looped end to the wall or bookshelf.

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