Kenwood XD-6550, XD-6000, XD-8550, XD-8050 User Manual

COMPONENT SYSTEM/COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM

XD-8550/8050
XD-6550/6000

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

This instruction manual is used for two models.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country and sales
area.

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

B60-3116-00 MA (T)
98/12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 97/12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3

MC

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Before applying power

Units are designed for operation as follows.

Europe and U.K.........................................................................AC 230 V only

For the United Kingdom

Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Factory fitted moulded mains plug

1.The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use only a 13­Amp 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 accord-

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Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.

ance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral

Brown : Live

The marking is located on the rear panel and says that the compo­nent uses laser beams that have been classified as Class 1. It means
that the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker class. There
is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit.

REQUIREMENT BY NEDERLAND GAZETTE

Batteries are supplied with this product. When
they empty, you should not throw away . Instead,
hand them in as small chemical waste.

The marking of products using lasers

(Except for some areas)

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

Safety precautions

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

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILA TERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED
TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE
PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THA T MA Y 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.

This instruction manual is designed for common use by two models and the combination of components of each model is shown in the
following table. As the functions of each component is variable depending on the model, please check the component models delivered to
you by referring to the following table.

Tuner/

Equalizer

XD-8550
XD-6000

C-H6 A-H5 X-H5 LS-H6
C-H5 A-H5 X-H5 DP-H5 LS-H5

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.

Amplifier Cassette deck

CD player

Speaker

DP-MH5

Contents

Preparation section

Before applying power............................................ 2

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

Contents ........................................................................ 3

Special features ............................................................ 4

Handling of discs and tapes ........................................ 5

System connection................................................... 6

Connection of the System Accessories..........................

Connection of other components and accessories .. 8

Controls and indicators ......................................... 10

Tuner/Equalizer Unit (C-H6) ...................................... 10

Display (C-H6) ............................................................. 11

Tuner/Equalizer Unit (C-H5) ....................................... 12

Display (C-H5) ............................................................. 13

Amplifier unit .............................................................. 14

Cassette deck unit ....................................................... 15

CD player unit (DP-H5) ................................................ 16

CD player unit (DP-MH5)............................................. 17

Remote control Unit.................................................... 18

Operation of remote control unit .......................... 19

Basic section

Let's put out some sound....................................... 20

Basic use method ....................................................... 20

Playback of CD (DP-H5) .............................................. 22

Playback of CD (DP-MH5) .......................................... 24

Playback of tape ......................................................... 26

DPSS (Direct Program Search System) .................... 2 8

Receiving broadcast station....................................... 30

Let's record .............................................................. 32

Recording (Deck B only) ............................................ 32

Adjusting the recording level..................................... 34

Copying tape (Tape dubbing)..................................... 35

Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation.

Before applying power

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Listening to an unexpected title sequence

(random playback) ................................................. 43

R.D.S. (Radio Data System) .................................... 45

Searching for a desired program type

(PTY search)........................................................... 46

To be able to listen to the desired

information at any time ....................................... 48

Convenient CD recording .......................................50

Selection of the convenient CD recording type...... 50

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One-touch recording of an entire CD

(ONE TOUCH EDIT.....recording of all titles) ....... 52

Recording only desired titles

(ONE TOUCH EDIT.....single title recording) ....... 53

Recording favorite tracks from CD onto

a single tape (Program edit recording) ............... 54

Giving preference to the tape length over

the title sequence (Time edit recording)............. 55

Fading in/out sound at tape reversal positions

(Fade edit recording) ............................................. 57

Twin recording ............................................................. 58

Effective Sound Adjustment ................................. 59

Enjoying Sound Field Effects ..................................... 5 9

Listening with the desired sound

(equalizer function)............................................... 60

Adjustment of balance and input level..................... 62

Switching the display ................................................. 6 3

Clock adjustment.....................................................64

Timer operation....................................................... 65

Timer programming .................................................... 66

Knowledge section

Important Items ....................................................... 69

Maintenance................................................................ 69

Reference..................................................................... 69

In case of difficulty................................................. 70

Specifications ......................................................... 73

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Application section

Playback of CD (DP-H5)......................................... 36

Listening in the desired sequence

(program playback) .............................................. 36

Repeated playback ..................................................... 38

Listening to an unexpected title sequence

(random playback) ................................................ 39

Playback of CD (DP-MH5) ..................................... 40

Listening in the desired sequence

(program playback) ............................................... 40

Repeated playback ..................................................... 42

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Special features

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Before applying power

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

3D dual display (For XD-8550)

The 3D dual display allows to utilize the limited display area effectively and shows a variety of information
including the character display, volume display and graphic equalizer display at a glance. The dual display can
be switched to a single display which is simpler.

SRS 3D system

The SRS (Sound Retrieval System) is an innovative system creating a 3-dimensional acoustic space. It im­proves the feeling of depth, width of the sound field and positioning of acoustic images and also expands
the listening area.

Versatile spectrum analyzer display

The desired spectrum analyzer display can be selected from a variety of formats.

Simplified CD recording

Various CD editing & recording features are available for selection according to the tape you require.

÷One-touch edit recording :Single press of a key allows to record the entire CD or a track.
÷Program edit recording :Recording desired CD tracks in desired order.
÷Time edit recording :Recording CD tracks within the specified tape length so that no track is

interrupted in the middle.

÷Fade edit recording :Recording CD tracks sequentially from No. 1.
÷Twin recording :A single CD can be recorded on a MD and cassette tape simultaneously. (For

XD-8550)

Versatile tone and sound field adjustment

Equalizer patterns can not only be selected from preset patterns, but patterns also can be created and
registered. It is possible to recreate a feeling of presence and to recreate a sound field.
The tone can be selected according to the genre of the music played:

ROCK,POP, DISCO, JAZZ, CLASSIC.

Convenient timer functions

In addition to the capacity of storing 2 timer programs, the timer provides the following convenient func­tions.

÷ O.T.T. (Operate easy-To-use Timer) :With an extremely simple setup, the power can be turned off
÷Timer recording, timer playback :The selected source can be played or recorded at the set time range.

÷AI (Artificial Intelligence) timer :The volume is increased gradually after the power is turned on by the
÷Sleep timer :Convenient function when you want to go asleep while listening to

automatically in an hour after it is turned on by the timer.

timer.
music.

Unpacking

Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all 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.

Accessories

FM indoor antenna (1)

AM loop antenna (1)

Remote control unit (1) Batteries (R6/AA) (2)

Loop antenna stand (1)

Speaker cords (2)

Parallel cord (1)

Handling of discs and tapes

Disc handling precautions

Before applying power

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

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Handling

Hold compact discs so that you do not
touch the playing surface.

Label side
Playing side

Do not attach paper or tape to either the
playing side or the label side of compact
discs.

Caution on disc used

Discs which can be played with this unit

CD (12 cm, 8 cm), CDV (only the audio part)

÷With CD-G (CD Graphics) discs, this unit can play only the audio.

Cleaning

If fingerprints or foreign matter become at­tached to the disc, lightly wipe the disc with a
soft cotton cloth (or similar) from the center of
the disc outwards in a radial manner.

Storage

When a disc is not to be played for a long pe­riod of time, remove it from the CD player and
store it in its case.

Never play cracked or warped disc.

During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player.
Therefore, to avoid malfunction, never use a cracked or deformed disc
or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.

CD accessories

The CD accessories (stabilizer, protection sheet, protection ring, etc.)
which are marketed for improving the sound quality or protecting discs
as well as the disc cleaner should not be used with this system because
they may cause malfunction.

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Notes on cassette tape

Safety tab (accidental erasure prevention tab)

After an important recording has been finished, break the safety tab,
to prevent the recorded contents from being erased or recorded on
accidentally.

For A side

For B side

To re-record

Notes

Notes

1. Longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tape

Since longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tape is very
thin, the tape could adhere to the pinch roller or be easily cut.
It is recommended that these tapes not be used with this
unit to prevent possible damage.

Apply tape only to the position where
the tab has been removed.

To store cassette tapes

Do not store the tapes in a place which is subject to direct sunlight, or
near equipment that generates heat. Keep the cassette tapes away
from any magnetic field.

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When there is slack in the tape

In such a case, insert a pencil into the reel hole and wind the reel hub
to remove the slack.

2. Endless tapes

Do not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mechanism of
the unit.

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R L

+

−

+

−

SPEAKERS

( 6 - 16Ω )

SUPER
WOOFER
PRE OUT

CONNECT WITH C-H5 OR C-H6 OR C-H7

CONNECT WITH A-H5

R

L

GND

AM

ANTENNA

MD AUX

INPUT

REC
OUT

PLAY

IN

FM 75Ω

OPTICAL

CONNECT WITH

C-H5 OR C-H6 OR C-H7

AND

X-H5 OR DM-H5

DIGITAL
OUTPUT

CONNECT WITH

DP-H5 OR DP-MH5

SYSTEM
CONROL

−

+

R L

+

−

+

−

SPEAKERS

( 6 - 16 Ω )

GND

AM

FM 75Ω

55

11

33

22

44

System connection

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Connection of the System Accessories

This is the connection method for system and accessories.
Please look carefully at the illustration and connect cor­rectly in the order of the numbers.

With certain models, the positions of the connectors, jacks
and terminals may differ from the following illustration but
their designs are the same as those illustrated below: With
such models, please make connections by referring to the
following illustration.

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Malfunction of microcomputer

If operation is not possible or erro­neous display appears even though
all connections have been made
properly, reset the microcomputer
referring to “In case of difficulty”.

∏

Black

Power cord

Amplifier

A-H5

To wall AC outlet

Speaker cord

Red

Tuner/Equalizer

C-H6 or C-H5

Speaker (right)

CD player

DP-H5 or

Parallel cord

DP-MH5

Cassette deck

X-H5

1Locate the position

providing good recep­tion condition.

2Fix the antenna.

AM loop antenna

The supplied antenna is for indoor use. Place it as far as
possible from the main system, TV set, speaker cords and
power cord, and set it to a direction which provides the
best reception.

FM indoor antenna

The accessory antenna is for temporary indoor use only. For sta­ble signal reception we recommend using an outdoor antenna.
Remove the indoor antenna if you connect one outdoors.

Connection of parallel cord

÷ When connecting the parallel cord, insert plug straight into the

connector until it clicks to look them securely.

÷When connecting the parallel cord, the wire while line should come

to the left side end.

÷When disconnecting the parallel cord, push in the two sides of the

plug and pull it straight out.

System connection

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

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44

Main unit

Speaker Unit

−

+

Speaker (left)

Twist

Twist

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Caution regarding placement

(Front View)

The external view is variable depending
on the model and marketing destination
type.

Please install as shown below, as oth­erwise fire may be caused by overheat­ing.

From the top to the bottom

Amplifier :A-H5
Tuner/Equalizer:C-H6 or C-H5
CD player :DP-H5 or DP-MH5
Cassette deck :X-H5

3214

3214

To maintain proper ventilation,
be sure to leave a space around
the unit (from the largest outer
dimensions including projec­tions) equal to, or greater than,
shown below.

top panel: 50 cm
rear panel: 10 cm
left and right panels: 10 cm

Notes

Notes

1. Be sure to insert all connection
cords securely. If their connec­tions are imperfect, the sound
may not be produced or noise
may interfere.

2. Before plugging or unplugging
a connection cord, be sure to
unplug the power cord from
the wall AC outlet. If connec­tion cords are plugged or un­plugged with the power cord
left plugged in, malfunction or
damage may result.

3.When arranging the system
units in a vertical, stacked con­figuration, observe the stack­ing order indicated in the sys­tem connection diagram.

4. In case an associated system
component is connected, also
read the instruction manual of
the component.

5. Align the front panels of all sets
flush.

6. Never short-circuit the + and –
speaker cords.

7. If the left and right speaker con­nections or the + and – polarity
are inverted, the sound will be
unnatural with unclear position­ing of musical instruments, etc.
Be sure to connect them with­out mistake.

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Connection of other components and accessories

Connect separately sold parts as shown in the figure.
Do not plug the power cord into the power outlet until all
of the required connections have been made.

Video cord

For playback or recording from the equipment connected
to the AUX terminals, press the AUX key of the amplifier
input selector key.
For playback from the equipment connected to the MD ter­minals, prase the MD key of the amplifier input selector keys.

System connection

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

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L

R

Audio cord

Audio input

Video deck

Audio cord

MD AUX

REC

PLAY

OUT

IN

Audio output

INPUT

Audio output

Monitor TV

ANTENNA

AM

GND

FM 75Ω

OPTICAL
DIGITAL

OUTPUT

CONNECT WITH

C-H5 OR C-H6 OR C-H7

AND

X-H5 OR DM-H5

L

R

R L

+

MD AUX

REC
OUT

SPEAKERS

( 6 - 16Ω )

−

PLAY

−

INPUT

IN

CONNECT WITH C-H5 OR C-H6 OR C-H7

+

SUPER
WOOFER
PRE OUT

CONNECT WITH A-H5

Digital input terminal

Remove cap

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

Optical fibre
cable

MD recorder (DM-F70)

(Optional)

Optical fibre cable

System control cord

Connection of system control cord

Plugging the connector Unplugging the connector

Insert the plug straight into the con­nector until it locks

While pushing the two sides of con­nector in pull it straight out

CONNECT WITH

DP-H5 OR DP-MH5

SYSTEM
CONROL

Remove the protection cap
for use.
(Take care not to lose the
cap)

Note on connection of optical­fiber cable

÷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 band or bundle the optical-fiber

cable.

÷All of the optical-fiber cables sold in audio

stores cannot always be used. If the cable
you purchased cannot be connected to
this unit, please consult your dealer or
KENWOOD distributor.

System connection

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

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ANTENNA

AM

GND
FM 75Ω

SUPER
WOOFER
PRE OUT

L

R

+

REC
OUT

SPEAKERS

R L

( 6 - 16Ω )

−

MD AUX

PLAY

IN

Super woofer (SW-05)

(Optional)

Extremely low sound is played back pow­erfully. This can be used with any type of
playback.

To wall AC
outlet

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−

INPUT

CONNECT WITH C-H5 OR C-H6 OR C-H7

+

SUPER
WOOFER
PRE OUT

CONNECT WITH A-H5

Antenna adapter

FM outdoor antenna

Lead the 75Ω coaxial cable con­nected to the FM outdoor antenna
into the room and connect it to the
FM 75Ω terminal.

OPTICAL
DIGITAL

OUTPUT

CONNECT WITH

C-H5 OR C-H6 OR C-H7

X-H5 OR DM-H5

AND

CONNECT WITH

DP-H5 OR DP-MH5

SYSTEM
CONROL

AM

GND

FM 75Ω

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Controls and indicators

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Tuner/Equalizer Unit

TUNER / GRAPHIC EQUALIZER C-H6

(÷)

SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM

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R D S

EON

(C-H6)

PTY

O.T.T RDS DISP

.

2

15

EX. BASS SRS 3D

Q

T

C

E

E

F

F

E

STEREO

TA/NEWS/INFO.

TUNING

BAND AUTO ENTER

3

4

DEMO

P

S

L

I

A

D

Y

M

O

D

E

UP

DOWN

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1EQ. EFFECT key

The equalizer effect is switched ON/OFF and the type of equalizer
effect is selected.

2EX. BASS (Extra bass) key/Indicator

When power is ON: Press to enhance the high and low

frequencies.

When power is STANDBY: Used in the timer setting operation.

3DISPLAY/DEMO key

When power is ON: Switches the displayed information.

Switches the demonstration on and
off.

When power is STANDBY: Switches the demonstration on and

off.

4SRS 3D key/Indicator

When power is ON: Switches the SRS 3D play on and off.
When power is STANDBY: Used in the timer setting operation.

5MODE key

Press to switch the function of the TUNING UP/DOWN keys. The
function which can be selected are variable depending on the condi­tion of the system at each moment.

¡Á

O¨

P

P

O

6TUNING UP/DOWN key

ºO

These keys are usually used to select the broadcast station to be
selected. When required, the functions of these keys can be switched
with the MODE key.

7PTY key
8O.T.T key

Press when setting the O.T.T timer function.

9RDS DISP. key
0TA/NEWS/INFO. key

When power is STANDBY: Switches the auto power-save mode

on and off.

¡i

!BAND key

Press to switch the receiving band.

@AUTO key

⁄‰

When power is ON: Switches the tuning mode.
When power is STANDBY: Used in the clock adjustment.

#ENTER key

Used for time setting, timer setting, etc.

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XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

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Display

VOL.

3

AUTO
TUNED

(C-H6)

PGM

MEMO

DISC ALL
STEREO

1

54 6 7

EDIT RDS EON TA NEWS INFO. TP PTY TOTAL SPACE

MAX

*********;*

SLEEP O.T.T. ECHO P.B.C.

EQ.
ON

MANU.

kHz

MHz

2

MUSIC CALENDAR

8

PROG.

MUTE

12

3

2

1

8

7

6

11

12

13

16

17

18

14
19

4
9

N.B.

5
10
15
20

Spectrum
analyzer
display

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Character
display

9 0

1Equalizer indicator

This section shows the equalizer pattern in use.
The equalizer pattern display format can be switched.

2MUSIC CALENDER indicator
3Volume indicator

The display varies as the VOLUME CONTROL of the amplifier unit
(A-H5) is operated. Usually, this section shows the current volume
setting.

4Tuner and applied operation indicators

This section contains the indicators of the tuner operations as well
as applied CD operation.

5RDS-related indicators

!

6CD-related indicators

These indicator light during recording and playback of CD.

7Character information indicators
8Timer reservation program No./MUTE/N.B. indicators
9Timer-related indicators
0Equalizer operation indicators
!Music calendar indicators

The indicators in this section show the number of tracks recorded on
a CD. Each track number indicators turns off when the playback of the
track has completed.

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Controls and indicators

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Tuner/Equalizer Unit

TUNER / GRAPHIC EQUALIZER C-H5

(÷)

SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM

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R D S

EON

(C-H5)

PTY

O.T.T RDS DISP

.

2

15

EX. BASS SRS 3D

Q

T

C

E

E

F

F

E

STEREO

TA/NEWS/INFO.

TUNING

BAND AUTO ENTER

3

4

E

M

D

O

M

O

D

E

UP

DOWN

6

7890!@#

1EQ. EFFECT key

The equalizer effect is switched ON/OFF and the type of equalizer
effect is selected.

2EX. BASS (Extra bass) key/Indicator

When power is ON: Press to enhance the high and low

frequencies.

When power is STANDBY: Used in the timer setting operation.

3DEMO key

Press to switch the demonstration on/off.

4SRS 3D key/Indicator

When power is ON: Switches the SRS 3D play on and off.
When power is STANDBY: Used in the timer setting operation.

5MODE key

Press to switch the function of the TUNING UP/DOWN keys. The
function which can be selected are variable depending on the condi­tion of the system at each moment.

¡Á

O¨

P

P

O

6TUNING UP/DOWN key

ºO

These keys are usually used to select the broadcast station to be
selected. When required, the functions of these keys can be switched
with the MODE key.

7PTY key
8O.T.T key

Press when setting the O.T.T timer function.

9RDS DISP. key
0TA/NEWS/INFO. key

When power is STANDBY: Switches the auto power-save mode

on and off.

¡i

!BAND key

Press to switch the receiving band.

@AUTO key

⁄‰

When power is ON: Switches the tuning mode.
When power is STANDBY: Used in the clock adjustment.

#ENTER key

Used for time setting, timer setting, etc.

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XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

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Display

(C-H5)

SPACE TOTAL ST.
DISC ALL AUTO
PROG.

1 2 3 4 5 6

PGM MEMO EDIT RDS TA NEWS INFO. TP PTY EON SLEEP O.T.T. ECHO

TUNED

**********;

P.B.C.

kHz
MHz12

EQ. ON MUTE

MANUAL
N.B.

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1 Tuner and applied operation indicators

This section contains the indicators of the tuner operations as well
as applied CD operation.

2RDS-related indicators
3Timer-related display
4Character information display
5Volume/tone-related display

This includes the graphic display of the current volume size and the
indicators which light up when the equalizer is controlled.

6Music calendar display

The indicators in this section show the number of tracks recorded on
a CD. Each track number indicators turns off when the playback of the
track has completed.

7Graphic equalizer display

The displayed equalizer pattern varies according to the music played.
The equalizer pattern display format can be changed as required.

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Amplifier unit

Controls and indicators

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

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1

ON / STANDBY

4

STEREO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER A-H5

PHONES

AUX MD TAPE TUNER CD

2

SOURCE DIRECT

VOLUME CONTROL

DOWN UP

N.B. CIRCUIT

6

75

3

1 ON/STANDBY ( ) key/Indicator

Power ON/OFF switching is executed.
The indicator in the key lights in green when the power is ON and in
red when it is off (provided that the power cord is connected to a
power outlet).

2SOURCE DIRECT key/Indicator

Press the key when you want to enjoy a purer sound.

3VOLUME CONTROL knob

Normally this is used for volume adjustment.
This control is also used to adjust the input level when the MD
recorder or other external equipment is used.

4PHONES terminal

For connection of a headphone (optional).

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5Input key

Press to select the input source. When TAPE or CD is selected,
playback starts automatically provided that a tape or disc has already
been loaded.

6Input indicators

The indicator corresponding to the currently selected input source
lights up.

7N.B. CIRCUIT key

Press to compensate for the lack of heavy bass sound which may
occur during low-level listening.

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1 A deck cassette holder

Press the area marked PUSH OPEN to load or eject a tape.

2B deck cassette holder

Press the area marked PUSH OPEN to load or eject a tape.

3Fast forward and rewind (1 ¡) keys
4DUBBING key

The contents of the tape of the A deck are copied to the tape of the
B deck.

5LEVEL ADJUST key

Press to adjust the input level for recording.

6O.T.E. key/Indicator

CD=TAPE : When this key is pressed during CD playback, only the

MD=TAPE : When this key is pressed during MD playback, only the

title being played at that time will be recorded on tape.
When this key is pressed during stop, the CD selected
at that time will be recorded on tape from the first title
onward.

title being played at that time will be recorded on tape.
When this key is pressed during stop, the MD selected
at that time will be recorded on tape from the first title
onward.
Please also read the instruction manual of the optional
MD recorder (DM-F70).

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Press to select the deck to be operated.

8CCRS key/Indicator

The CCRS can be used when recording CD onto a tape.

9DOLBY NR key/Indicator

Dolby noise reduction ON/OFF switching is executed.

0REC/ARM key/Indicator

Press to start recording. Pressing the key during recording stops it
after leaving a non-recorded space (blank) of about 4 seconds.

!REV. MODE key/Indicator

The reverse mode of the deck (both sides, repeated, one side) is
switched.

@PAUSE (8) key/Indicator

Press to let playback or recording pause temporarily.

#Stop (7) key
$Play (2 3) keys

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CD player unit

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(DP-H5)

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2Eject (0) key

The disc tray is opened and closed.

3STOP (7) key
4PLAY/PAUSE (6) key/Indicator

The playback or pause functions are activated alternately every time
the key is pressed.

5Fast forward and fast reverse (1 ¡) keys

Press to move the played position forward or backward.

6RANDOM key/Indicator

Press to play tracks in a different order than the recorded order.

7REPEAT key/Indicator

Press to start repeat playback.

8Skip (4 ¢) keys

Press to skip tracks to the beginning of the desired track.

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1Disc tray
2TWIN REC key

Press when recording CD simultaneously onto a MD and tape.

3OPEN/CLOSE (01~06) key

The disc tray is opened and closed.

4Fast forward and fast reverse (1 ¡) keys

Press to move the played position forward or backward.

5Skip (4 ¢) keys

Press to skip tracks to the beginning of the desired track.

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6RANDOM key/Indicator

Press to play tracks in a different order than the recorded order.

7Disc selector ( DISC 1 to DISC 6 ) keys/indicators

Press one of the keys to select the disc to be played. If a disc exists
in the selected tray, the indicator of the key lights up. The indicator
blinks during playback of the disc.

8REPEAT key/Indicator

Press to start repeat playback.

9Stop (7) key
0Play/pause (6) key

The playback or pause functions are activated alternately every time
the key is pressed.

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Remote control Unit

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1DISC SKIP key (For XD-8550)

Press to select the disc to be used for playback or recording.

2SLEEP key

Press to set the sleep timer function.

3Tone control-related keys

SOURCE DIRECT key : Press the key when you want to enjoy a

EQ. key : Press before operating the equalizer.
N.B. key : Press to compensate for the lack of heavy

EX. BASS key : Press to enhance the high and low frequen­SRS 3D key : Switches the SRS 3D play on and off.

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4Numeric keys

Select a CD track or tuner stations.

5Tuner-related keys

BAND key : Press to switch the receiving band.

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8

ENTER/AUTO M. key : Press when entering a station in memory.

RDS DISPLAY key
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A/B key : Press to select the deck to be operated.
P.CALL (4 ¢) keys :

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UP

When the TUNER input is selected, used to recall a preset station.
When the CD input is elected, used to skip tracks.

TUNING UP/DOWN (1 ¡) keys :

When the TUNER input is selected, used to receive a station.
When the CD or TAPE input is selected, used to move the played
position in the forward or reverse direction.

REC/ARM (

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Press to select the input source to be played or recorded. This key has
the same function as the input selector keys on the amplifier unit.

8On/standby ( ) key

This key has the same function as the key with the same name on the
amplifier unit.

9CD applied operation-related keys

TIME key : Press to switch the time information displayed on

REPEAT key : Press to play CD track(s) repeatedly.

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RANDOM key : Press to play tracks in a different order than the

recorded blank of a few seconds.

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P.MODE key : Press to switch the program mode on-off. This key

programmed.

is also used when entering a track in the program.

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0VOLUME CONTROL (fi %) keys

These keys have the same function as the VOLUME CONTROL on the
amplifier unit.

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Loading batteries

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XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

1 Remove the cover.

2 Insert batteries. 3 Close the cover.

÷Insert two R6 (“AA”-size) batteries

following the polarity indications.

Operation

Plug the power cord of the amplifier unit (A-H5) into a
power outlet and press the ON/STANDBY (
the remote control unit to turn power ON. When the power
is turned ON, press the desired operation keys.

To turn power off, press the (on/standby) key again.
The system enters the standby mode in which only the
time display is lit.

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Remote sensor

6 m

30°

÷When pressing more than one remote control keys successively,

press the keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more
between keys.

1. The provided batteries are intended for use in operation checking, and their service life may be short.

Notes

Notes

2. When the remote controllable distance becomes short, replace both of the batteries with new ones.

3. If direct sunlight or the light of a high- frequency fluorescent lamp (inverter type, etc.) is incident to the remote sensor, malfunction may occur.
In such a case, change the installation position to avoid malfunction.

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VOLUME CONTROL

To increase
volume

1. Switching the power ON (OFF)

When the ON/STANDBY ( ) key is
pressed while the power is ON, the power

÷The display part becomes dark when the

will be switched OFF.

2. Selecting the desired output

CD (DP-H5) ™
CD (DP-MH5) ¢
Tape §
Broadcasts º

÷ When you are using the remote control unit,

÷When CD or TAPE is selected, playback will

÷When using the MD recorder, be sure to read

÷When you select the AUX input, be also sure

3. Volume adjustment

power is switched OFF. (DIMMER function)

press the INPUT key repeatedly until the
desired source is selected.

start when a disc or a tape already has been
inserted.

the instruction manual of the optional MD
recorder (DM-F70).

to read the instruction manual of the compo­nent connected to the AUX input jacks.

DOWN UP

To decrease
volume

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amount.
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Making the sound purer

(SOURCE DIRECT)

When SOURCE DIRECT is on, the signal path inside the sys­tem is simplified so that the sound can be reproduced with
an improved purity.

SOURCE DIRECT

÷Other functions than the balance control cannot be used because

the audio signals bypass the circuits.

÷Press the key again to switch SOURCE DIRECT off.

Bass compensation

(N.B.CIRCUIT : Natural Bass circuit)

Lights

The N.B. CIRCUIT allows to enjoy low frequencies in a natu­ral tone.

C-H6 display

N.B. CIRCUIT

C-H5 display

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N.B.

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MUTE

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Each press of the key switches the setting.

1 NB 1 ........ The low frequencies are compensated

according to the current volume level.
(Effective for low-level listening)

2 NB 2 ........ The low frequencies are compensated

regardless of the volume level.

3 NB OFF (N.B. deactivated)

Enhancing the low and high frequencies

(EX. BASS)

The Extra Bass has been set to on when the system left the
factory.

EX. BASS

Lights

÷Each press switches EX.BASS on and off alternately.

Muting the sound temporarily

(Remote control unit only)

Blinks

MUTE

PROG.

12

MUTE

N.B.

5

4

3

2

1

10

9

8

7

6

÷Press again to resume the original volume.
÷The sound muting is also cancelled when the volume is controlled.

Listening through headphones

1Insert the headphone plug into the PHONES jack.

÷The sounds from all speakers are cut off.

2Adjust the volume.

÷Be sure to decrease the volume before plugging or unplugging the

headphones.

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When CD has been selected.

Lights

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AUTO POWER SAVE function

When the power is ON and neither recording nor playback is
executed for 30 minutes or more, the power is switched off au­tomatically by this function. This function can be made active
or not active by the following operation.

Press when the
power is OFF.

TA/NEWS/INFO.

DS EON TA NEWS INFO. TP PTY TOTAL SPACE

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Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 “AUTO POWER SAVE ON”

........Auto power save is used.

2 “AUTO POWER SAVE OFF”

........Auto power save is not used.

÷This function is not available when the AUX input is selected. When

the TUNER input is selected, it is available only when the volume is
set to 0.

STANDBY mode

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15
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While the power cord of the set is plugged into an AC power
outlet, the ON/STANDBY ( ) key lights in red even when
the power is not switched ON.This indicates that a small amount
of current is being supplied to the unit to back up the memory
contents. This mode is referred to as the Standby mode. While
the ON/STANDBY ( ) key is lit, the power of the system
can be switched ON/OFF from the remote control unit.

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and closes when the key is pressed again.

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1. Load a disc.

1 Open the tray.
2Place a disc.
3Close the tray.

Do not place more than one disc at a
time, for this will lead to malfunction.

2. Start playback.

Groove for ordinary
CD (12 cm)

Groove for single CD
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The label must
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Lights up when play starts

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Skipping tracks

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÷The track in the direction of the button pressed is skipped, and the

selected track will be played from the beginning.

÷When the 4 key is pressed once during playback, the track being

played will be played from the beginning.

To skip forwardTo skip backward

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Forward search

To stop playback

STOP

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Playback from desired track

Select the desired track No.

Remote control unit

Press the numeric keys as shown below....

To enter track No. 23 : 003
To select track No. 40 : 0000)

To pause playback

Blinks.

PLAY/PAUSE

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÷Do not touch the played side of disc.
÷Place the disc correctly along the groove on the tray. (A disc deviated

from the correct position may cause malfunction.)

÷The commercially-available CD single (8 cm) disc adapter cannot be

used with the set.

Time display (Can be switched

Current track No.

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÷Each press pauses and plays the CD alternately.

The disc indicators light up when the power is turned ON,
but they go off in a few seconds when no disc is loaded.

Note

Note

Time display for the CD player

Each press of the TIME key switches the time information.

÷After a few seconds, play starts from track No.1.

1 :Elapsed time of track being played
2 :Remaining time of track being played

3 :Elapsed time of disc (“TOTAL” lights.)
4 :Remaining time of disc (“TOTAL”

lights.)

÷The TOTAL display items are not shown in the EDIT and RANDOM

modes.

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Playback of CD

(DP-MH5)

Up to 6 discs can be loaded in the CD player unit. During playback
of a disc, any of the other 5 discs can be replaced.

Playback from desired track

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The tray opens when the key is pressed
and closes when the key is pressed again.
Pressing the key of another disc number
while the tray is open closes the tray au­tomatically and opens the tray for the
pressed disc number.

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1. Load a disc.

1 Open the tray.
2Place a disc.
3Close the tray.

Up to 6 discs can be stored by repeating
steps 1 to 3 for each.
Do not place more than one disc at a
time, for this will lead to malfunction.

2. Start playback.

The label must be
on top.

Lights up when play starts

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Skipping tracks

To skip forwardTo skip backward

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÷The track in the direction of the button pressed is skipped, and the

selected track will be played from the beginning.

÷When the 4 key is pressed once during playback, the track being

played will be played from the beginning.

High-speed search in forward and reverse directions

Backward search

÷Playback starts from the position where the key is released.

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Forward search

To stop playback

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Playback from desired track

1Select the disc.

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 DISC 5 DISC 6

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2 Select the desired track No.

Press the numeric keys as shown below....

To enter track No. 23 : 003
To select track No. 40 : 0000)

DISC SKIP

To pause playback

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Indicator of which the disc tray is opened blinks.

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 DISC 5 DISC 6

÷Do not touch the played side of disc.
÷Place the disc correctly along the groove on the tray. (A disc deviated

from the correct position may cause malfunction.)

÷The commercially-available CD single (8 cm) disc adapter cannot be

used with the set.

Current track No.

Disc No.

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÷Each press pauses and plays the CD alternately.

When the power is turned OFF then ON again, all of the
disc indicators light up regardless of whether discs are

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loaded or not.

Time display for the CD player
(Provided during playback only)

÷After a few seconds, play starts from track No.1 of DISC 1.
÷To start playback with the desired disc, select the disc with the DISC1

to DISC6 disc selector keys.

Each press of the TIME key switches the time information.

1 :Elapsed time of track being played
2 :Remaining time of track being played

3 :Elapsed time of disc (“TOTAL” lights.)
4 :Remaining time of disc (“TOTAL”

lights.)

÷The TOTAL display items are not shown in the PROGRAM, EDIT

and RANDOM modes.

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1. Load a cassette tape.

1 Open the door.
2Insert a tape and close the door.

2. Select the deck to be used for playback.

The indicator of the selected
deck lights up.

Each press of the key switches A (deck
A) and B (deck B) alternately.

3. Start playback.

Press the play key of the desired direc­tion.

The indicator of the selected
direction lights up.

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A / B

B

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By loading tape in the cassette deck while
the power is ON, the cassette deck playback
can be started by simply pressing the TAPE
input selector key.

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To wind tape at high speed

To fast wind in direction |

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Press while in
the stop mode

÷Press the 7 key to stop fast winding.

T o fast wind in direction \

Selection of reverse mode.

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REV.MODE

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 “[”... Both sides are played back (recorded), and

then the tape stops (When 2 key is pressed,
only one side is played back (recorded).

2 “”” .. Both sides are played back endlessly.

(The tape stops after recording onto both
sides.)

3 ““” .. Only one side is played back (recorded),

and then the tape stops.

Lights

To stop playback

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÷Do not take out the cassette tape until the tape transport has

stopped completely.

Selection of DOLBY NR

The Dolby NR system minimizes the hiss noise heard when
playing tape. When playing a tape prerecorded with Dolby
NR ON, be sure to set the DOLBY NR ON for playback.

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 “DOLBY NR indicator” ON

........DOLBY NR is used.

2 “DOLBY NR indicator” OFF

........DOLBY NR is not used.

÷Select the Dolby NR mode according to the recording condition of

the tape.

(Noise Reduction)

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÷Normal (TYPE ), high (TYPE ), or metal (TYPE ) tape selection is

set automatically.

÷Remove tape slack before loading.
÷Close the door securely.

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Transport direction

Transport direction

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Labo­ratories Licensing Corporation.
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labora­tories Licensing Corporation.

Transport direction indicators

The 2 and 3 indicators indicate the current direction in which
the tape advances when playback or recording is started auto­matically by the easy operation function, etc. This direction is
the direction stored in memory when the tape was last stopped.
(To switch the tape transport direction, press the play key cor­responding to the desired direction then press the stop (7) key.)

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DPSS

(Direct Program Search System)

DPSS (Direct Program Search System) detects an unre­corded part of 4 seconds or more as the interval between
titles and permits easy operation of cassette tape like a
CD.

Program being played

1.Skip search

: Plays the desired music program from the beginning by skip-

ping programs until there. Up to 16 programs can be skipped.

2.Dash & play

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Non-recorded spaces (Blank)

Skip search

1

↑ ↑ ↑ ↑ ↑↑↑↑↑

Non-recorded spaces (Blank)

Transport direction =

(DPSS)

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: Plays music programs repeatedly by skipping non-recorded

spaces of more than 10 seconds.

3.One-program repeat playback

: Plays a single music program repeatedly up to 16 times.

4.Rewind playback

: Rewinds tape to the beginning and restarts playback from there.

Plays the desired music program from the beginning by skipping programs until there. Up to 16 programs can be skipped.

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During playback of top side
(while 3 is lit)

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During playback of reverse
side (while 2 is lit)

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To play the next program

:Press once.
To play the 4th program after the current
program

:Press 4 times.

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To return to the beginning of the current
program

:Press once.
To play the 4th program before the cur­rent program

:Press 5 times.

Listening with fast forward for unrecorded portions

To play the next program

:Press once.
To play the 4th program after the current
program

:Press 4 times.

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To return to the beginning of the current
program

:Press once.
To play the 4th program before the
current program

:Press 5 times.

(dash & play)

Plays music programs repeatedly by skipping non-recorded spaces of more than 10 seconds.

Main unit only

The operation changes in reverse mode.

1 ““”lit ...... A tape side is played 8 times, after

which playback stops.

2 “[”lit ...... The deck stops after having played

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both sides for once.

3 “””lit ..... The two tape sides are played 8 times,

after which playback stops.

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Press simultaneously.

÷The tape is played in the direction indicated by the tape direction

indicator.

÷When the 7 key is pressed, playback stops and the dash & play is

cancelled.

One-program repeat playback

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Plays a single music program repeatedly up to 16 times.

Press during playback.

During playback of top
side (while 3 is lit)

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During playback of
reverse side (while 2 is lit)

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Rewind playback

Rewinds tape to the beginning and restarts playback from there.

Main unit only

Press simultaneously.

During playback of top side (while 3 is lit)

1

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3

÷The program being played will be repeated 16 times, after which

normal playback resumes.

÷When the 7 key is pressed, playback stops and the one program

repeat is cancelled.

Press simultaneously.

During playback of reverse side (while 2 is lit)

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The DPSS may not function normally with the following kinds of tape.

Notes

Notes

÷Tapes containing several no-sound intervals of more than 4 seconds, such as conversation and talk tapes.
÷Tapes containing pianissimo sections, such as classical music tape.
÷Tapes in which large noise is recorded in blanks between programs.
÷Tapes containing blanks between programs that are shorter than 4 seconds.
÷Tapes recorded at low level.
÷Tapes recorded by cross-fade recording (in which the beginning of next program is overlapped on the end of previous program).

Relay play

When tapes are set in the decks A and B and the reverse mode is
set to “[” (play of both sides), play of the second deck will be
started automatically after play of the first deck has been com­pleted. Tape play will be repeated alternately.

÷Relay play is not possible in the reverse modes “”” and ““”.

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Receiving broadcast station

It is also possible to receive them by one-touch operations
by storing up to 40 stations in the preset memory.

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1. Select the broadcast band.

Each press changes the band.

1 FM
2 MW
3 LW

2. Select a station.

When no stations have been memorized

Auto tuning : Each press receives the next station.
Manual tuning : Press the key repeatedly or hold it depressed until a station is

received.

When stations have been memorized (preset call)

Select a station.

Every time the key is pressed, the preset stations are switched over as follows.

Press ¢ for the order of 1=2=3 ... 38=39=40=1...
Press 4 for the order of 40=39=38 ... 3=2=1=40...

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Collective presetting of stations

(auto preset)

Keep the ENTER key depressed (about 2 seconds).

ENTER

One-by-one presetting

(manual preset)

1Press the ENTER key during reception.

ENTER

Presetting is cancelled when no operation is executed for 5
seconds or more.

2Select one of the preset numbers from 1 to 40.

Presetting is can­celled when no op­eration is ex­ecuted for 5 sec­onds or more.

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The frequency changes automatically.

÷With priority for FM, a maximum of 40 stations is preset automatically.
÷When the intended station has not been preset, please also use “One-

by-one presetting (manual preset)”.

“MEMORY” lights
(for approx. 5 sec.)

Blinks.

Entered preset No.

Press the numeric keys as shown below....

To enter 15 : 05
To select 40 : 0000)

÷Repeat steps 12 to preset other stations.
÷If several stations are preset under the same number, the previous

memory is replaced with the latest memory contents.

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Select the tuning mode.

Each press alternates the mode.

AUTO

1 “AUTO” lit (Auto tuning)
2 “AUTO” not lit (Manual tuning)

Use the manual tuning mode when reception is noisy due to
weak reception. (In the manual mode, stereo broadcasts are re­ceived in monaural.)

÷Normally, use the AUTO (Auto tuning) mode.

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Recording

When equalizer or another effect is applied to the
sound, the sound with the applied effect can be

recorded.

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1. Load a tape in deck B.

A

1 Open the door of deck B.
2Insert a tape.
3Close the door.

÷Differentiation between normal (TYPE ) and

high (TYPE ) tape is set automatically.

÷Remove tape slack before loading.

2. Select the tape transport direction.

The tape is transported in the direction indi-

To reverse the transport direction

1 Press the play (2 3)key correspond-

ing to the desired direction.

2Stop playback.

cated by the lighted key.

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÷When recording is started, the tape is trans-

ported in the direction selected in this step.

÷Wind the tape to the position where record-

ing is to be started.

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3. Set the recording condition.

1 Select the reverse mode.
2Select the Dolby NR mode.

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To end recording

1

REC / ARM

÷Pressing the key pauses recording after leaving a non-recorded

space of about 4 seconds.

÷If the key is pressed again in less than 4 seconds after it has been

pressed, recording resumes from that instant.

÷Recording can also be stopped by pressing the stop (7) key.

However, the non-recorded section is not left in this case.

2

7

To let recording pause temporarily

8

PAUSE

÷Press the REC/ARM key to resume recording.

(Pause)

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Selection of DOLBY NR

The Dolby NR system minimizes the hiss noise heard when
playing tape.

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 “DOLBY NR indicator” ON

........DOLBY NR is used.

2 “DOLBY NR indicator” OFF

........DOLBY NR is not used.

(Noise Reduction)

REV.MODEDOLBY NR

Selection of the reverse mode

REV.MODEDOLBY NR

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 “[”... Both sides are recorded, and then the tape

stops (If direction 2 is selected, only the
back side of tape will be recorded.).

2 “”” .. Both sides are recorded (If direction 2 is

selected, only the back side of tape will be
recorded.).

3 ““” .. Only one side is played back (recorded),

and then the tape stops.

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Select an input source other than “TAPE”.

Lights

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4. Select the source to be recorded.

Select the input source to be recorded.

If you want to use one of “Convenient
recording functions”, make preparation

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÷When the CD input is selected and if a disc

has been set in the CD player, its playback
starts immediately. Press the stop (7) key to
stop the playback.

5. Start recording.

1Start recording.
2Play (or tune) the input source to be

recorded.

÷Recording stops automatically when the tape

side(s) to be recorded have been fully re­corded.

Lights up
(when CD input is selected)

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When the recorded sound level is too low or too high causing
distortion, it is possible to adjust the recording level manually.

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Adjusting the recording level

1Perform the procedure of “Record-

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2Adjust the recording level.

LEVEL

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ADJUST

3To restart recording

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REC / ARM

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Restarting recording

The following procedure allows to re-record sound from the
middle of recording.
The following procedure assumes the presence of a non­recorded section of 4 seconds before the recording start
position.

1Press the key during recording.

When the tape is
moving 2 way.

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When the tape is
moving 3 way.

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The adjustment range is
between -2 ~ +2.

÷If the recorded sound is too large or distorted, decrease the recording

level. If it is too low, increase the recording level.

÷ Recording is stopped, the tape is returned to the recording start

position, and the deck enters stop mode after leaving a non-recorded
section of about 2 seconds after the previous music.

÷If there is no music recorded before the recording start position, the

deck enters stop mode after tape rewinding.

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2Return the recording source compo-

nent to the position you want to
restart recording, and put the source
component to pause mode.

3Press the REC/ARM key twice.

REC / ARM

4Press the REC/ARM key once.

Lights

REC / ARM

5Play (Receive) the music to be re-

corded.

Blinks.

In a few sec., REC/ARM and
PAUSE keys light up.

÷The deck enters record-pause mode after leaving a non-recorded

section of about 4 seconds.

÷In case recording is restarted from the beginning of a tape, feed the

leader tape (the non-recordable section at the beginning of each side of
tape) manually before starting recording.

÷When recording a CD, the CD playback and tape recording can be

started simultaneously by pressing the CD play (6) key in step 4.

Let's record

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Copying tape

(Tape dubbing)

The contents of the tape in deck A can be copied onto the
tape in deck B.

1Select the “TAPE” input.

Lights

TAPE TUNE

2Load tapes in the decks.
3Select “[” (double-side recording)

or ““” (one-side recording).

O p π

REV.MODEDOLBY NR

4Use the same tape transport direc-

tions.

(1)Select the deck to change the

transport direction.

A A

Playing tape

Recording tape

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A / B

(2)Press the play key corresponding

to the desired direction.

O p π

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÷When recording is started, the tape will be transported in the direction

selected in this step.

(3)Stop playback.

O p π

7

5Start dubbing.

Lights

O p π

Press during stop.

DUBBING

÷Dubbing ends automatically when the side(s) to be dubbed has been

completed.

To stop dubbing

DUBBING

÷The deck B will stop after creating a non-recorded portion of about

4 sec, and then the deck A will stop.

÷Dubbing can also be stopped by pressing the stop (7) key. Note that

the non-recorded space is not created in this case.

The DOLBY NR key is not active in dubbing mode. The tape
recorded on deck B assumes the same Dolby NR condition as the

Note

Note

tape played on deck A.

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Listening in the desired sequence

Any titles can be listened to in the desired sequence.
(Max. 32 titles)

Select the “CD” input.

Check that the CD player is in the stop mode.

1

If it is in play mode

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Light the “PGM” indicator.

2

(program playback)

Lights

P.MODE

Enter track Nos. in the order you want to play them.

3

1Select the track.

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2Establish the selection.

P.MODE

Program all of the desired tracks by re­peating steps 1 and 2 for each.

Press the numeric keys as shown below....

To enter track No. 23 : 003
To select track No. 40 : 0000)

÷Up to 32 tracks can be programmed. When “FULL” is displayed, no

more tracks can be programmed.

÷If you make a mistake, press the P.MODE key to quit the program mode

and restart from step 2.

Program No.

Track No.

Start playback.

4

÷Tracks will be played in the order they were programmed (in order of

P Nos.).

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÷When the 4 or the ¢ key is pressed during play, the program will

jump to the preceding or the following track respectively.

÷When the 4 key is pressed once during playback, the play position

returns to the beginning of the current track being played.

To stop playback

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When the SPACE key is pressed during programming of tracks,
a non-recorded space of a few seconds will be created between
tracks. By recording tracks with these spaces on tape, the search
and repeat play operations of tape using the DPSS function
(which works by searching the non-recorded spaces) can be
performed reliably.

÷Even when the performances of two tracks are continuous (which

occurs with classical or live recording music), the spaces will be
created if they have different track Nos.

÷To cancel the auto space function, press the P.MODE key or the

SPACE key again.

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To check the programmed tracks

To add a track to the program

1 Select the track.

Go to step 2 within 8 seconds.

2Establish the selection.

P.MODE

Remote control unit only

CHECK

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Track No.

÷Each time the key is pressed, the program No. (P-NO) and the disc No.

are displayed.

÷The previous display resumes in a few seconds.

÷Add the desired tracks to the program by repeating steps 1 and 2 for

each.

÷The added track number is added to the end of the existing program.

Program No.

To clear tracks from the program

Press to clear tracks from the end.

To clear all track.

CLEAR

P.MODE

Remote control
unit only

÷Each time the key is pressed, the last track in the program is cleared.
÷The track being played cannot be cleared.

÷The entire program contents also are erased when the disc tray is

opened.

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Desired titles or discs can be played back repeatedly.

Select the “CD” input.

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1Confirm that the “PGM” indicator is

not lit.

If the “PGM” indicator is lit, press the
P.MODE key to turn it off.

P.MODE

2 Press the REPEAT key.

REPEAT

3Start playback.

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1 Repeat playback (Lit)
2 Repeat cancelled (Not lit)

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To stop repeated playback

Press the REPEAT key again.

÷The REPEAT indicator turns off and the playback according to the

current CD player mode starts.

÷Repeat playback is also cancelled when the disc tray is opened.

Lights

To repeat only the programmed tracks

1Perform the procedure in “Listening

in the desired sequence (program
playback)” till step 3 to program the

desired CD tracks.

2Press the REPEAT key.

REPEAT

3 Start playback.

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Each press switches the repeat mode.

1 Repeat playback (Lit)
2 Repeat cancelled (Not lit)

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REPEAT

To stop repeated playback

Press the REPEAT key again.

÷The REPEAT indicator turns off and the playback according to the

current CD player mode starts.

÷Repeat playback is also cancelled when the disc tray is opened.

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As the titles each time are selected randomly, the music
can be enjoyed without getting tired of it.

(random playback)

Select the “CD” input.

Confirm that the “PGM” indicator is not lit.

1

If the “PGM” indicator is lit, press the
P.MODE key to turn it off.

P.MODE

Confirm that this is not lit.

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Select the RANDOM mode.

2

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 Random playback (Lights.)

RANDOM

2 Random playback cancellation.

(Goes off.)

÷After every track, the music calendar blinks and the next selected track

is played.

÷Playback stops after each title has been played once.
÷The random playback can also be repeated by pressing the REPEAT key.

To select another track in the middle of playing one To cancel random playback

Press so that the RANDOM indicator goes off.

Lights

RANDOM

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P.CALL

4¢

÷Pressing the 4 key once returns to the beginning of the track

being played.

RANDOM

÷The RANDOM indicator goes off and the playback in order of the

tracks starts from the track being played.

÷Random playback is also cancelled when the disc tray is opened.

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Any titles can be listened to in the desired sequence.
(Max. 32 titles)

Character information indicators cannot be displayed while

Note

Note

the spectrum analyzer display is used. Switch to the dual
display or character display mode to see the information.

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Select the “CD” input.

Check that the CD player is in the stop mode.

1

If it is in play mode

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Light the “PGM” indicator.

2

(program playback)

Lights

P.MODE

Enter track Nos. in the order you want to play them.

3

1Select the disc.

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2 within 8
seconds.

2Select the track.

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To select tracks from more than one CD,
repeat steps 1 2 and 3.

÷The disc can also be selected with the Disc selector (DISC 1~DISC 6) key.
÷Up to 32 tracks can be programmed. When “FULL” is displayed, no

more tracks can be programmed.

÷To program all tracks of a CD, select the disc and then press the

P.MODE key without selecting any tracks.

÷If you make a mistake, press the P.MODE key to quit the program mode

and restart from step 2.

Press the numeric keys as shown below....

To enter track No. 23 : 003
To select track No. 40 : 0000)

Disc No.

Track No.

Program No.

Start playback.

4

÷Tracks will be played in the order they were programmed (in order of

P Nos.).

÷When the 4 or the ¢ key is pressed during play, the program will

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÷When the 4 key is pressed once during playback, the play position

returns to the beginning of the current track being played.

To stop playback

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When the SPACE key is pressed during programming of tracks,
a non-recorded space of a few seconds will be created between
tracks. By recording tracks with these spaces on tape, the search
and repeat play operations of tape using the DPSS function
(which works by searching the non-recorded spaces) can be
performed reliably.

÷Even when the performances of two tracks are continuous (which

occurs with classical or live recording music), the spaces will be
created if they have different track Nos.

÷To cancel the auto space function, press the P.MODE key or the

SPACE key again.

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To check the programmed tracks

To add a track to the program

1 Select the disc.

DISC SKIP

2Select the track.

Remote control unit only

CHECK

Go to step
2 within 8
seconds.

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Blinks.

Disc No.

Program No.

÷Each time the key is pressed, the program No. (P-NO) and the disc No.

are displayed.

÷The previous display resumes in a few seconds.

To clear tracks from the program

Press to clear tracks from the end.

CLEAR

÷Each time the key is pressed, the last track in

the program is cleared.

÷The track being played cannot be cleared.

To clear all track.

P.MODE

Remote control
unit only

Go to step 3 within 8 seconds.

3Establish the selection.

P.MODE

÷To select tracks from more than one CD,

repeat steps 1 to 3 for each track.

÷The added track number is added to the end

of the existing program.

÷The entire program contents also are erased

when the disc tray is opened.

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Select the “CD” input.

To repeat all discs

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1Confirm that the “PGM” indicator is

not lit.

If the “PGM” indicator is lit, press the
P.MODE key to turn it off.

P.MODE

2 Press the REPEAT key.

REPEAT

3Select the disc to be played first

DISC SKIP

Confirm that this is not lit.

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1 Repeat playback (Lit)
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To stop repeated playback

Press the REPEAT key again.

÷The REPEAT indicator turns off and the playback according to the

current CD player mode starts.

÷Repeat playback is also cancelled when the disc tray is opened.

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1Perform the procedure in “Listening

in the desired sequence (program
playback)” till step 3 to program the

desired CD tracks.

2Press the REPEAT key.

REPEAT

3 Start playback.

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Each press switches the repeat mode.

1 Repeat playback (Lit)
2 Repeat cancelled (Not lit)

DP-MH5

REPEAT

To stop repeated playback

Press the REPEAT key again.

÷The REPEAT indicator turns off and the playback according to the

current CD player mode starts.

÷Repeat playback is also cancelled when the disc tray is opened.

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Listening to an unexpected title sequence

As the titles each time are selected randomly, the music
can be enjoyed without getting tired of it.

(random playback)

Select the “CD” input.

Confirm that the “PGM” indicator is not lit.

1

If the “PGM” indicator is lit, press the
P.MODE key to turn it off.

P.MODE

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Select the RANDOM mode.

2

Random playback of
one CD

1 Select the disc.

DISC SKIP

2 Press repeatedly

until the DISC in­dicator lights.

RANDOM

Random playback
of all discs

Press repeatedly
until the ALL in­dicator lights.

RANDOM

Each press switches the modes
as follows.

1 RANDOM indicator lit/DISC indicator lit:

.................... Random playback of one CD

2 RANDOM indicator lit/ALL indicator lit:

.................... Random playback of all CDs

3 Indicators off: ........ Random playback cancelled

÷After every track, the music calendar blinks and the next selected track

is played.

÷Playback stops after each title has been played once.
÷The random playback can also be repeated by pressing the REPEAT key.

To select another track in the middle of playing one To cancel random playback

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Lights

RANDOM

P.CALL

4¢

÷Pressing the 4 key once returns to the beginning of the track

being played.

Press so that the RANDOM indicator goes off.

RANDOM

÷The RANDOM indicator goes off and the playback in order of the

tracks starts from the track being played.

÷Random playback is also cancelled when the disc tray is opened.

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(Radio Data System)

RDS is a system which transmits useful information (dig­ital data) for FM broadcasts together with the broadcast
signal. Tuners and receivers designed for RDS reception
can extract the information from the broadcast signal for
use with various functions such as automatic display of
the station name.

This unit is equipped with the following functions utilizing RDS data:

PTY (Program Type Identification) Search : y

The tuner automatically searches for a station which is currently broad-

casting a specified program type (genre).

PS (Program Service Name) Display : (See below.)

When an RDS broadcast is received, the station name is automatically

displayed.

The “RDS” indicator lights up when an
RDS broadcast (signal) is received.

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EON (Enhanced Other Network) : i

When the information to be received is set in advance and any RDS

station in the same network starts broadcasting of such information, the

reception automatically will be switched to that station.

÷Some functions may not be provided or be given different names

depending on countries or areas.

Note before the use of RDS

To receive RDS stations, you have to preset RDS stations using the auto preset function. The auto preset function presets the RDS

stations in priority. Flashing “NO DATA” will be displayed when no RDS station has been preset with this function.

Set the receiving band to FM and preset RDS stations with the auto preset function.

⁄⁄

⁄

⁄⁄

To switch the display contents

Pressing the RDS DISPLAY key
changes the display contents.

RDS

DISPLAY

Display mode priority ranking

When an RDS broadcast is received :

1 PS (Program Service Name) Display :

When an RDS broadcast is received, the station name

is automatically displayed.

If no PS data was sent,

“NO PS” is displayed.

2 Frequency Display :

The frequency of the current station is displayed.

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Searching for a desired program type

(PTY search)

By specifying the type of program (genre) you want to lis­ten to, the tuner automatically searches for a station which
is currently broadcasting a program of the specified type.

Set the reception band to FM. Preset RDS stations with the auto preset function.

Select the PTY search mode.

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Select the desired program type.

2

Use program type table on the right for your convenience.

PTY

TUNING

DOWN

1¡

UP

Select while “PTY” is lit.

The desired program type can be se­lected with the TUNING keys from 31
types. Press the key and release it when
the desired type is displayed.

When an RDS broadcast is received, the program type is shown on
the display. If no PTY data is available, or if the station is not an
RDS station, “NONE” is displayed.

Program type table

TUNING keys Program Type Name Display

Lights Lights

Pop Music POP M
Rock Music ROCK M

* M.O.R. Music M.O.R. M

Light Classical LIGHT M
Serious Classical CLASSICS
Other Music OTHER M
News NEWS

(1)

DOWN

UP

(¡) Religion RELIGION

Current Affairs AFFAIRS
Information INFO
Sport SPORT
Education EDUCATE
Drama DRAMA
Culture CULTURE
Science SCIENCE
Varied VARIED
Weather WEATHER
Finance FINANCE
Children’s programmes CHILDREN
Social affairs SOCIAL A

Phone in PHONE IN
Travel TRAVEL
Leisure LEISURE
Jazz music JAZZ
Conutry music COUNTRY
National music NATION M
Oldies music OLDIES
Folk music FOLK M
Documentary DOCUMENT
Alarm test TEST
Alarm ALARM

*M.O.R. Music (Middle of the Road Music)

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PTY

SEARCH

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When searching for a Rock Music broadcast

Display while the tuner is searching.

Blinks

Program type name display.

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To change to a different program type :

Repeat steps 1, 2, 3.

When a station is received.

Goes off

Station name display.

÷No sound is heard while “PTY” is blinking.
÷If a program of the desired type cannot be found, “NO PROG” is

displayed, then after several seconds the display returns to the original
display.

÷If a program of the desired type is found, that program is received and the

program type name display changes temporarily to the frequency dis­play, and then to the station name display.

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To be able to listen to the desired information at any time

By using the EON function, which manages the informa­tion of other stations, listening to desired information like
traffic information or news etc. can be reserved even when
it is not being transmitted at the present. When listening
to a station with the “EON”display lit and another station
of the same network starts to broadcast an information
program for which a reservation has been made, then that
station will be selected automatically. When the desired
information program ends, return is made to the original
program.

Set the reception band to FM.

Auto preset the stations.

1

This is not required when auto presetting has already been
executed.

÷When all 40 stations have already been preset by the procedure for

"One-by-one presetting", the EON function will not operate. Auto
presetting must be used.

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1Receive a broadcast.
2Keep the ENTER key pressed (2 sec

or longer).

The EON data presently being broad­casted are taken in automatically.

ENTER

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Select the desired information.

2

Receive an RDS station.

3

Select a station where “RDS” and “EON”
are lit.

TA/NEWS

/INFO.

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 TA ......................... Traffic Announcement

2 NEWS ................... News

3 INFO ..................... Information

4 Display not lit...... EON cancelled

C-H6 display

C-H5 display

Lights when “INFO.” is selected

÷Please execute automatic presetting when TA, NEWS, and INFO can

not be selected.

C-H6 display

“RDS” and “EON” are lit

Lights when “INFO.” is selected

Lights with a station broadcasting traffic

Lights

announcement programs.

Lights with a station broadcasting traffic announcement programs.

Lights

P.CALL

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Lights

÷When “EON” does not light although an RDS station is received, that

station is not transmitting EON data. Please select a different station.

÷If you want TA programs, select the stations with which the “TP”

indicator lights.

Wait for the desired information.

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CD or tape playback may also be started.
As long as the unit is ON, the unit is always ready for
the reception.

R.D.S.

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

÷ When one of the stations of the network of the station received in 3

starts broadcasting the program contents selected in 2, that station
will be received automatically. At this time, tape playback will stop and
CD playback will pause. However, external equipment (AUX or MD) will
remain as it is.

÷When the power is OFF and during recording (including dubbing), the

EON function does not operate.

÷ When the transmission of the selected program contents ends in case

of automatic reception with the EON function, return will be made to
the status directly before operation of the EON function. When tape or
CD playback has been interrupted, it will be continued from the point
of interruption.

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Waiting for information while a RDS station without
EON function is tuned

If the EON indicator does not light with the RDS station in steps
3 and 4, the tuner will wait for only the desired information
broadcast from the tuned RDS station provided that the desired
information has been selected in the previous step.

TP (Traffic Program) indicator

The lighting of the TP indicator indicates that the currently tuned
station or a station in the same network as it broadcasts traffic
announcement programs. If the TP indicator already lights with
the current station, you can listen to the traffic announcement
program through the station without making reservation with
the EON function.

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Convenient CD recording

Selection of the convenient CD recording type

With this unit, the following edit recording is possible ac­cording to the purpose.

A.

ONE TOUCH EDIT.....recording of all titles

If you want to record a CD in order of track num-

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If you want to select the tracks to be recorded while
playing a CD

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Press the O.T.E. key when in the stop mode. The disc will start
to be recorded.

B.

ONE TOUCH EDIT.....single title recording

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Play a CD and, if a track you want to record starts, press the
O.T.E. key. The track will be recorded from the beginning.

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Note that this cassette deck cannot record

Note

Note

onto Metal tapes.

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To record tracks in your desired order

If you want to avoid any tune being interrupted at
the end of tape

To fade out the track interrupted at the end of tape
side by decreasing its volume gradually

CCRS (Computer Controlled Recording System)

The CCRS is a function allowing CD recording on a cassette with
a simple, one-touch operation.
Press the CCRS key. The contents of the CD and the type of tape
used are identified in about 60 seconds (this is variable depend­ing on the CD contents), the recording level is set automatically
and recording is started. After completion, the recording stops
automatically.

The setup made by the CCRS is cancelled when the power is
turned OFF or the CD is stopped.

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C.

Program edit recording

This allows to select and record only the desired tracks in the

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desired order.

D.

Time edit recording

Edit recording of CD is possible by the simple operation of en-

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tering the recording length of the tape.

E.

Fade edit recording

This allows to fade out a track which should be interrupted at

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the end of tape side and restart recording on the back side of
tape by fading in the same track from the middle of it.

Another convenient function
(Only for XD-8550)

Twin recording : Function which records a single CD onto a

MD and cassette tape simultaneously.

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One-touch recording of one CD

(One-touch edit all-track recording)

Records all tracks on a CD with a very simple operation.

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Fade-in/fade-out

Volume decreases
gradually.

Fade-out Fade-in

Fade-out :Ending a tune by gradually decreasing the

Fade-in :Starting a tune by gradually increasing the

B

Recording of desired tracks while listening to a CD

volume.

volume.

(One-touch edit single-track recording)

While playing a CD, pressing a single button allows to record
the current track being played from the beginning to the
end.
This function is convenient when you want to record de­sired tracks while playing a CD you have not played before.

Volume increases
gradually.

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The track interrupted at the end of each
tape side is recorded as it is interrupted.

Side B

C

Recording tracks from one or several CDs

(Program edit recording)

From one CD

Side A

A BC D

G

The tune interrupted at the end of tape
side A is erased and side B starts from the
beginning of that tune. (Up to 32)

D

Reordering tracks according to the tape length

CD tracks are recorded in the order they are
programmed.

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D

Side B

(Time edit recording)

Side A

The order of CD tracks are changed automati­cally so that no tune is interrupted at the end
of tape sides A and B. (Up to 32)

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G

The tune interrupted in the middle at the end
of tape side A is erased and side B starts from
the beginning of that tune. (Up to 32)

E

Recording by fading in and fading out the

For XD-8550 only

Side A

1st. CD 2nd. CD

A

CD tracks of several CDs are recorded
in the order they are programmed.

BC

3rd. CD 2nd. CD

tracks at the ends of tape sides

(Fade edit recording)

Side A

CD tracks are recorded in the order they are re­corded. The tune interrupted at the end of tape
side A is faded out and side B starts with fading
in from the middle of that tune. (Up to 32)

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The tune interrupted in the middle at the
end of tape side B is simply faded out.

Side B

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One-touch recording of an entire CD

(ONE TOUCH EDIT.....recording of all titles)

When the O.T .E. key is pressed while the CD player is in the stop mode, recording of a CD can be started at the same time as

playback.

When recording sound from the MD recorder to a cassette deck, be sure to read the instruction manual of the optional MD

recorder (DM-F70).

Preparation

1

When equalizer or another effect is applied to the
sound, the sound with the applied effect can be re­corded.

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If you record a CD using the SRS 3D system, it is recom­mended to use the CCRS.

Note

Note

1 Load a cassette tape in deck B.
2 Select the tape transport direction (2 or 3).
3 Select “””,“[” (two-side recording).
4 Select the Dolby NR mode.
5 Select the “CD” input.

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6 Insert disc(s) in the CD player.

If your system includes the DP-H5, skip to step 3 below.

Select the disc. (DP-MH5 only)

2

DISC SKIP

Go to step 3 before playback starts.

Press the O.T.E. key.

3

O.T.E.

TAPE

CD

TAPE

MD

Selected disc (DISC 1)

Lights

X-H5

CD TAPEMD TAPE

O.T.E.

÷Recording of CD starts at the same time as playback.
÷At the end of tape, the music is not recorded on the leader tape portion.

If you do not want any music to be interrupted in the middle, refer to
“Recording” and start recording of side B with the interrupted track.

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To end recording in the middle

÷ Both the cassette deck and CD player stop.

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Recording only desired titles

At the time of CD playback, any desired title can be selected immediately for recording.

When recording sound from the MD recorder to a cassette deck, be sure to read the instruction manual of the optional MD

recorder (DM-F70).

When equalizer or another effect is applied to the
sound, the sound with the applied effect can be re­corded.

Preparation

1

1 Load a cassette tape in deck B.
2 Select the tape transport direction (2 or 3).
3 Select “””,“[” (two-side recording).
4 Select the Dolby NR mode.
5 Select the “CD” input.
6 Insert disc(s) in the CD player.

(ONE TOUCH EDIT.....single title recording)

If you record a CD using the SRS 3D system, it is recom­mended to use the CCRS.

Note

Note

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Play a CD.

2

6

When you want to record a track being played, press the O.T.E. key.

3

O.T.E.

TAPE

CD

TAPE

÷Playback restarts from the beginning of the track being played and

recording starts at the same time.

MD

X-H5

Lights

CD TAPEMD TAPE

O.T.E.

To end recording in the middle

÷ Both the cassette deck and CD player stop.

When recording has been completed, a non-recorded portion of
4 seconds will be produced and the cassette deck part will stop.
The CD player will enter temporary stop condition.

To record a different track, repeat the steps 2 and 3.

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Recording favorite tracks from CD onto a single tape

(Program edit recording)

Use the following procedure to record CD tracks in the order programmed by yourself so that no tune is interrupted in the
middle at the ends of tape sides.
The tune interrupted at the end of tape side A is erased and side B starts from the beginning of that tune.

When equalizer, SRS 3D or another effect is applied
to the sound, the sound with the applied effect can
be recorded.

Recording preparations are required.

Press so that the “PGM” indicator lights.

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Enter disc Nos. and track Nos. in the order you want to record them. (Editing)

2

1Enter the disc No. (DP-MH5 only)

DISC SKIP

Go to step 2 within 8 seconds.

2Enter the track No.

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selection in memory.

For XD-6000:
Program other tracks by repeating steps 2 and 3 for each.

For XD-8550:
If you program tracks from more than one CD, repeat steps 1
to 3 for each.

To check the edited contents Y
To clear the edited contents Y

Start edit recording.

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Go to step
3 within
8 seconds.

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Character information indicators cannot be displayed while

Note

Note

the spectrum analyzer display is used. Switch to the dual
display or character display mode to see the information.

For the reverse mode, select “””,“[” (two-way recording).

Lights

The selected disc number is dis­played when the DP-MH5 is used.

Track No.

Program No.

Press the numeric keys as shown below....

To enter track No. 23 : 003
To select track No. 40 : 0000)

÷Select CD tracks so that their total playing time does not exceed the

recording time of the tape.

÷Up to 32 tracks can be programmed. When “FULL” is displayed, no

more tracks can be programmed.

÷If you make a mistake, press the CLEAR key and enter the track No.

from the beginning.

÷When the P.MODE key is pressed without selecting a title after

selection of a disc, all titles of the disc are programmed, so that the
CCRS function does not operate. Please begin again from step 1.

÷The REPEAT key is invalid.

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1. When the CCRS key is pressed during playback of CD, the playback stops and the CCRS setting (preparation for edited recording) starts.

2. Edit recording is not possible with CDs containing a track that is longer than one tape side, which may occur with classical music, etc.

Notes

Notes

3. If the deck is set for one-side recording (“), the processing at the tape end is applied only on side A.

Blinks

CCRS

CCRS

REC / ARM

÷The recording level and bias will be adjusted automatically in approx. 60

seconds (variable depending on CD contents), after which recording
starts.

÷ For XD-8550: In editing from more than one CD, the CCRS setting

operation is performed after every disc change. In this case, the deck stops
automatically and restart recording after having completed the CCRS
operation.

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Giving preference to the tape length over the title sequence

(Time edit recording)

When the tape recording time is specified, recording is executed with changing the title sequence so that no title will be
interrupted when the tape direction is changed at the end of one side.

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When equalizer, SRS 3D or another effect is applied
to the sound, the sound with the applied effect can
be recorded.

Recording preparations are required.

Press so that the “PGM” indicator goes off.

1

P.MODE

Light the “EDIT” indicator.

2

EDIT

If more than 8 seconds have elapsed,
select the mode again.

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For the reverse mode, select “”” ,“[”(two-way recording).

Character information indicators cannot be displayed while

Note

Note

the spectrum analyzer display is used. Switch to the dual
display or character display mode to see the information.

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Should be OFF.

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÷When pressing the EDIT key, “SPACE” indicator also lights up with

“EDIT” indicator. To cancel the auto-space function, press the SPACE
key.

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Enter the disc and tape conditions.

3

1Enter the disc No. (DP-MH5 only)

Go to step 2 within
8 seconds.

2Press the EDIT key.

(DP-MH5 only)

Go to step 3 within 8 seconds.

3Enter the recording length of the tape.

Start edit recording.

4

Wait until the “EDIT” indicator stops
blinking, and then press the CCRS key.

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Depending on the combination of conditions from CD contents (number of titles and length of the titles) and tape recording time, interruption
of a title may not be avoidable. In such a case, the respective title will not be recorded.

Note

Note

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÷The recording time is 99 minutes maximum.
÷Up to 32 tracks can be edited.
÷CD tracks will be edited automatically onto tape sides A and B. After

editing, the “EDIT” indicator stops blinking and starts to light steadily.

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Press the numeric keys as shown below.

30-minute tape: 000)
46-minute tape: 00006

46-, 54-, 60- or 90-minute tapes can be selected simply by pressing the
TIME key for the required number of times. (The recording time can be
adjusted in 1-minute steps with the 4 and ¢ keys.)
After entry, press the EDIT key then proceed to step 4.

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÷The tape and CD stop automatically when recording has completed.

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Note

Note

the spectrum analyzer display is used. Switch to the dual
display or character display mode to see the information.

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To check the edited contents
(Program edit recording, Time edit recording)

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CHECK

To clear the edited contents
(Program edit recording, Time edit recording)

Method: 1

P.MODE

Example of checking the edited contents for program edit
recording

For XD-6000

Blinks

Track No.

Program No.

For XD-8550

Blinks

Disc No.

÷Program edit recording : Each time the key is pressed, the program

No. (P-NO) and the disc No. are displayed.

÷Time edit recording : Edit indicator blinks, and edited contents are

shown in order with the music calender indicators.

÷When the P.MODE key is pressed at the time of program recording, all

editing contents are erased. When the CLEAR key is pressed, the
tracks are deleted one by one from the end of the program.

÷When the P.MODE key or the CLEAR key is pressed at the time of time

editing, the entire editing contents are deleted.

Track No.

Program No.

Method: 2

For XD-6000

DP-H5

For XD-8550

DP-MH5

or

CLEAR

0

OPEN / CLOSE

01 02 03

04 05 06

÷Even when a disc tray not related to the program contents is opened

during program recording, the entire editing contents are deleted.

÷At the time of time editing, the entire editing contents are deleted only

when the edited disk is removed.

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Fading in/out sound at tape reversal positions

The tune interrupted at the end of tape side A is faded out

and side B starts with fading in from the middle of that

tune. The tune interrupted at the end of tape side B is sim-

ply faded out.

When equalizer, SRS 3D or another effect is applied
to the sound, the sound with the applied effect can
be recorded.

Recording preparations are required.

Press so that the “PGM” indicator goes off.

1

P.MODE

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For the reverse mode, select “”” ,“[” (two-way recording).

Should be OFF.

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If your system includes the DP-H5, skip to step 3 below.

Select the disc. (DP-MH5 only)

2

DISC SKIP

Go to step 3 before playback starts.

Start edit recording.

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Selected disc No.

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÷The recording level and bias will be adjusted automatically in approx. 60

seconds (variable depending on CD contents), after which recording
starts.

÷ The CD tracks are recorded in the order they are recorded on the CD.
÷The tape and CD stop automatically when recording has completed.

1. When the CCRS key is pressed during playback of CD, the playback stops and the CCRS setting (preparing edited recording) starts.

2. Edit recording is not possible with CDs containing a track that is longer than one tape side, which may occur with classical music, etc.

Notes

Notes

3. If the deck is set for one-side recording (“), the processing at the tape end is applied only on side A.

4. When the last tune of tape side B is faded out, the ending part of the last but one tune may sometimes be faded out if the space between
it and the last tune is short.

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Twin recording

(For XD-8550)

This function allows to record CD sound simultaneously

on a tape and MD. All tracks on a CD can be recorded in the

same order as they are recorded on the CD.

When recording sound from the MD recorder to a cassette

deck, be sure to read the instruction manual of the optional

MD recorder (DM-F70).

Recording preparations are required.

Press so that the “PGM” indicator goes off.

1

P.MODE

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For the reverse mode, select “”” ,“[”(two-way recording).

Should be OFF.

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÷The recording input of the MD recorder is set automatically to “DIGITAL”.

Select the disc.

2

Go to step 3 before playback starts.

Start edit recording.

3

To end recording in the middle

DISC SKIP

TWIN REC

Selected disc No.

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CCRS

REC / ARM

÷The recording level and bias will be adjusted automatically in approx. 60

seconds (variable depending on CD contents), after which recording
starts.

÷ The CD tracks are recorded in the order they are recorded on the CD.
÷The tape and CD stop automatically when recording has completed.

1. When the TWIN REC key is pressed during playback of CD, the playback stops and the CCRS setting (preparing edited recording) starts.

2. The automatic recording level setting in the edit recording is based on a suitable section for recording level setting in the loaded CD.

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3. If the deck is set for one-side recording (“), the processing at the tape end is applied only on side A.

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This unit permits selection of equalizer and sound field playback. Please select the equalizer as desired according to the
music genre. Select the sound field mode according to the desired atmosphere.

Enjoying Sound Field Effects

When playing back a tape recorded by applying the
SRS 3D effect, be sure to turn off the SRS 3D system.

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Experiencing SRS 3D

(Sound Retrieval System)

The Sound Retrieval System is an epochal system which produces a three-dimensional sound space by applying the most
suitable processing to the sound signal on the basis of the human listening mechanism. This permits real depth and sound
location, considered as difficult to realize with conventional 2-channel stereo (general stereo). A sufficient effect can be
obtained for any source (CD, tape, broadcasts, etc.). Recording with applied SRS 3D also is possible.

1 Set SRS 3D to ON.

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 SRS 3D indicator lit ............. SRS 3D STEREO ON.

SRS 3D

Lights

2Adjust the effect strength (level).

(1) LEVEL will be displayed.

2 SRS 3D indicator not lit ...... SRS 3D STEREO OFF.

The characters scroll toward the left.

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 Strength of the SRS 3D effect (LEVEL)
2 Spectrum analyzer display switching (DISPLAY)
3 Left and right volume balance

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(2) Adjust the strength of the effect.

The level
increases.

UP

TUNING

DOWN

The level
decreases.

÷Adjustment is possible in the range from -10 to +10.
÷Please set as desired according to the titles being played back etc.
÷SRS 3D ON/OFF switching is not possible during recording.

When equalizer or another effect is applied to the
sound, the sound with the applied effect can be re­corded. (Recording and playback of the sound with
sound effect are impossible with a component con­nected to the MD jacks.)

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XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Listening with the desired sound

(equalizer function)

In addition to the five kinds of equalizer patterns which
have been preset at the factory for use as reference, one
equalizer pattern created manually by the user can be
stored in memory and recalled any time.

In regard to equalizer adjustment

When playing back a tape recorded by applying the
equalizer effect, be sure to turn off the equalizer.

The setting items are displayed only when the equalizer is set to
MANUAL (user memory).

Selecting an equalizer pattern

It is possible to select the desired equalizer pattern according to the category of the played music. The graphic equalizer
effect can be recorded together with the sound.

÷On the remote control unit, each press of the EQ key switches the

equalizer patterns.

÷The equalizer effect cannot be switched on and off during recording.

Equalizer patterns which can be recalled

1 ROCK...................... (Rock)

2 POP......................... (Popular)

3 DISCO .................... (Discotheque)

4 JAZZ....................... (Jazz)

5 CLASSIC ................ (Classic)

6 MANUAL ............... An equalizer effect can be created

manually and stored here.

7 EQ OFF ................... (EQ ON not lit ... Equalizer cancelled)

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1Play desired music.

2Select the desired equalizer pattern.

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When equalizer or another effect is applied to the
sound, the sound with the applied effect can be re­corded. (Recording and playback of the sound with
sound effect are impossible with a component con­nected to the MD jacks.)

Demonstration

A demonstration of the tone adjustment functions including the

equalizer, SRS 3D, EX. BASS and NB CIRCUIT can be performed

in sequence.

Press so that “DEMO ON” is displayed.
For XD-8550 :

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Press and hold
for more than
2 seconds.

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The characters scroll toward the left.

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characters scroll away and the demonstration is cancelled.

÷Even when the power is turned OFF during demonstration, the

demonstration continues without stopping. Press the DEMO key
again to stop it.

Creation and memorizing of an equalizer pattern

PROG.

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You can edit desired patterns manually and store them in memory.

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1Display “MANUAL”.

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Go to step 2
within 4 sec.

2Adjust the equalizer pattern.

(1) Select the frequency band.

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Each press of the key switches the frequency bands.

1 ROCK
2 POP
3 DISCO
4 JAZZ
5 CLASSIC
6 MANUAL
7 EQ OFF

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ON

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Each press of the key switches the frequency bands.

For XD-8550

1 68 Hz
2 130 Hz
3 400 Hz
4 1 kHz
5 2 kHz
6 6.3 kHz
7 16 kHz

For XD-6000

1 LOW ............ Low frequencies (bass, bass drum, etc.)

2 MID .............. Medium frequencies (vocals, guitars, etc.)

3 HIGH ............ High frequencies (cymbals, etc.)

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1
1

1

(2) Adjust the level.

(3) Adjust other items by repeating steps

(1) and (2) for each.

3Store the pattern in memory.

UP

TUNING

DOWN

To increase
the level

To decrease
the level

ENTER

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Set level

Set item

C-H5 display

Set level

Set item

÷Each frequency band can be adjusted in the range between -4 and +4.

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Adjustment of balance and input level

Balance.......... Adjusts the balance of left and right volume.

Input level ..... The input level from the external equipment connected to the AUX input jacks (VCR, etc.) or the external

equipment connected to the MD PLAY jacks (MD recorder, etc.) can be adjusted. This adjustment is necessary
when the volume of the external equipment is too loud, etc. Please adjust as required when the volume from
external equipment is too high etc.

BALANCE adjustment

1Select the balance adjustment mode.

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When no operation is executed for 4 sec­onds or more, the adjustment is ended
automatically.

2Adjust.

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INPUT LEVEL adjustment

1Press the MD or AUX key twice suc-

cessively.

UP

DOWN

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The right
volume is
decreased.

The left
volume is
decreased.

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 Strength of the SRS 3D effect (LEVEL)
2 Spectrum analyzer display switching (DISPLAY)
3 Left and right volume balance

÷ “LEVEL” (the level of the SRS 3D effect) is displayed only when the

SRS 3D system is active.

Indicates the center

Indicates the balance setting

AUX MD

When no operation is executed for 4 sec­onds or more, the adjustment is ended
automatically.

2Adjust.

The level is
decreased.

VOLUME CONTROL

DOWN UP

The level is
increased.

Set level

÷Adjustment is possible in the range from -5 to 0.

Adjusting the input level affects the recording level
from external equipment connected to the AUX in­put jacks or MD PLAY input jacks.
“Adjusting the recording level”

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Switching the display

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DIsP

From the wide range of display formats provided by the
system, it is possible to select the desired formats.

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Switching the dual display

(For XD-8550)

The display panel of the tuner/equalizer unit has been designed to show two groups of display information three-dimension­ally. However, this can be changed so that only one group of display information is shown at a time.

1 Dual display

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2 Character display

Each press switches the display formats as follows.

1 Dual display
2 Character display

3 Spectrum analyzer display

3 Spectrum analyzer display

Switching the spectrum analyzer display

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1Select “DISPLAY”.

M

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2Select the desired spectrum analyzer

display format.

TUNING

UP

DOWN

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 Strength of the SRS 3D effect (LEVEL)
2 Spectrum analyzer display switching (DISPLAY)
3 Left and right volume balance

÷“LEVEL” (the level of the SRS 3D effect) is displayed only when the

SRS 3D system is active.

÷One of the 7 display formats can be selected (DISPLAY 1 to

DISPLAY 7).

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Clock adjustment

This unit incorporates a clock function. Be sure to adjust
the correct time before using the timer function.

Ensure that the power is OFF.

Activate the clock adjustment mode.

1

AUTO

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XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Example: Adjustment to 8:45

Enter the figure of hour.

2

1

2

Enter the figure of minute.

3

1

÷The time display starts to blink.

To increase
the figure

UP

TUNING

DOWN

To decrease
the figure

ENTER

÷The time of the day is represented in 12-hour AM/PM method.
÷Press the ENTER key. The hour is entered and the minute display starts

to blink.

To increase
the figure

UP

TUNING

DOWN

2

To decrease
the figure

÷If you make a mistake, restart from the beginning.

ENTER

÷To adjust correct time, press the ENTER key at the same moment as

a time announcement.

÷The time display blinks after a power failure or when the power cord has

been unplugged from the AC outlet and plugged again. In such a case,
adjust the clock again.

Timer operation

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Operate easy To use Timer (O.T.T.)

Playback of the selected input source starts at the specified time, and the power is switched off after one hour. This timer
operates only once directly after setting.

Sleep timer (SLEEP)

The power is turned OFF automatically after the specified period has elapsed.

Timer playback, timer recording (PROG.1, PROG.2)

With each of the two timer programs, a selected source can be played (or radio broadcast can be recorded) in the previously set
time period.

AI timer playback (PROG.1, PROG.2)

The volume increases gradually until the factory-set level.

Adjust the clock before setting the timer.

Adjust the clock before setting the timer.

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Operate easy To use Timer

(Operate easy To use Timer : O.T.T.)

Timer playback can be set with a simple operation of just setting the time. With this function, the last source selected before
turning power off can be played by the timer. The power turned ON by the timer is switched off automatically in an hour after
the timer playback starts.

1Select the desired source and adjust

the volume.

The program timer does not operate until O.T.T.
operation has ended.

2Press the O.T.T. key.

O.T.T

3Set the ON time.

÷At the time of tape playback by timer operation, the B deck has priority.
÷For XD-8550: Timer playback of a CD is possible only with the CD loaded

in tray No. 1.

÷The input source and ON time are displayed when the O.T.T. key is

pressed.

Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 O.T.T. lit ..........Timer can be used.

2 O.T.T. not lit ...Timer is not used.

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÷The ON time can be set in steps of 5 minutes.

ENTER

÷When the O.T.T. timer is used simultaneously with another timer

function, the last operated input source will be played.

÷The O.T.T. timer can be set even while the power is OFF.

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Sleep timer

Set the number of minutes after which the power is to be turned OFF.

5Switch OFF the power supply.

(SLEEP)

1Turn the power ON.

2Set the time.

SLEEP

To cancel

Press the O.T.T key twice.

÷The power is turned OFF automatically after the set time has elapsed.
÷Each press decreases the time by 10 minutes. The maximum time that

can be set is 90 minutes.

90=80=70...30=20=10=Cancel=90=80...

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Duration for sleep timer

To cancel

T urn the power OFF or press the SLEEP key until the sleep
time is cancelled.

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Adjust the clock before setting the timer.

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Timer programming

Two 24-hour timer systems (PROG.1, PROG.2) (which can be used every day) are available.
In each of PROG.1 and PROG.2, the timer data including the operating period and played contents can be set and selected to
be activated or not as required.

÷Timer reservation is possible for the two types PROG.1 and PROG. 2

at the same time.

÷Please make reservations with an interval of at least one minute, so that

the operation times of PROG. 1 and PROG. 2 do not overlap.

Adjust the clock before setting the timer.

Make preparations for the play (recording).

1

To listen to radio

To listen to CD

To listen to tape

Playing the auxiliary input
source

For recording

Timer operation

The station should be
preset prior to the

above.

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Adjust the listening volume.

2

Set the POWER switch to OFF (STANDBY) position.

3

⁄

Insert a disc.
(Program playback is
not possible.)

DP-MH5 only:
The CD should be loaded
in tray No. 1 so that it can
be played by the timer.

VOLUME

∞

5

Set a tape into deck B.

The B deck has priority at
the time of timer playback.

÷When recording radio, the listening volume is automatically set to the

minimum volume at the moment the power is turned ON by the timer.

Make timer setting of
the component con­nected to the AUX or
MD jacks.

Make prepara­tions for record­ing.

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Select a program No.

4

1

Within 8 seconds!

2

EX.BASS

ENTER

AUTO M.

Each press of the key switches the program numbers as follows.

1 PROG.1 ....... Program 1

2 PROG.2 ....... Program 2

3 Normal operation

Lights

C-H6
display

÷The selected program No. lights.
÷If a program No. under which a timer program has already been

reserved, it is replaced by the new timer program.

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The time is
returned.

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1¡

UP

The time is
advanced.

Adjust the clock before setting the timer.

Timer operation

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÷After entering the figure of “hour” with the procedure in 1 and 2,

enter the figure of “minute” using the same procedure.

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ENTER

AUTO M.

÷If you commit a mistake, restart from step 4.

Enter the OFF time.

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1

The time is
returned.

2

TUNING

DOWN

1¡

ENTER

AUTO M.

UP

The time is
advanced.

÷After entering the figure of “hour” with the procedure in 1 and 2,

enter the figure of “minute” using the same procedure.

÷If you commit a mistake, restart from step 4.

Make the desired reservation.

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For timer playback or AI timer playback Timer recording of radio broadcasts

1Select the mode.

TUNING

DOWN

UP

(1) Select “PLAY” or “AI”.

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«

ENTER

AUTO M.

(2) Enter it.

2Select the input source.

TUNING

DOWN

1¡

UP

(1) Select the source to be played.

«

ENTER

AUTO M.

(2) Enter it.

PLAY.... Timer play

REC

AI ......... Timer play with gradually increasing

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(1) Select “REC”.

PLAY
REC

«

ENTER

AUTO M.

AI

(2) Enter it.

2Select the broadcast station

TUNING

DOWN

1¡

UP

(1) Select the preset station

No.

«

ENTER

AUTO M.

(2) Enter it.

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3Select the broadcast station (only when TUNER is selected above).

TUNING

DOWN

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(1) Select the preset station No.

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(2) Enter it.

÷The station to be received with timer must be preset

beforehand. ⁄

SRS 3D

3Select the input source.

TUNING

DOWN

1¡

UP

(1) Select the source.

TAPE
MD

«

ENTER

AUTO M.

Each press of the key switches the program numbers as follows.

1 PROG.1 ..... Execution of program 1 only.

2 PROG.2 ..... Execution of program 2 only.

3 PROG.1, 2 . Execution of programs 1 and 2.
4 Timer OFF

÷The selected program No. lights.
÷The timer will not function unless a program No. is selected.

(2) Enter it.

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Ensure that the power is OFF.

Check the reservation content.

Adjust the clock before setting the timer.

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

The reservation contents cannot be cleared. The contents are
cleared only when they are changed.

Note

Note

Timer operation

Select the program number to be
checked.

EX.BASS

When timer operation is not required

Press so that all PROG. indicators are

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OFF.

SRS 3D

Each press of the key switches the program numbers as follows.

PROG.1 ........Display of program 1

PROG.2 ........Display of program 2

Normal mode

÷The reserved contents will be displayed for 3 seconds per item. After

this, the previous display content appears again.

To change the reserved contents

Restart the procedure of “Timer programming” from the
beginning.

Each press of the key switches the program numbers as follows.

PROG.1 ........Program 1 operates.

PROG.2 ........Program 2 operates.

PROG.1, 2 ....Programs 1 and 2 operate.

Not lit .......... No program operates.

÷The reservation contents are held in memory.

To set the same timer program again

Press so that the desired PROG. indica­tors lights.

SRS 3D

Each press of the key switches the program numbers as follows.

PROG.1 ........Program 1 operates.

PROG.2 ........Program 2 operates.

PROG.1, 2 ....Programs 1 and 2 operate.

Not lit .......... No program operates.

÷Also prepare the disc or tape and adjust the listening volume.

Important Items

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Maintenance

Cleaning the head section

Cotton swab

Capstan

Head

Pinch roller

Cleaning the heads and peripheral compo­nents

For maintaining the best condition of the deck and
for longer service life, always keep the heads (re­cording / playback / erase), capstan and pinch roller
clean. To clean them, perform the following:

1.Open the cassette holder.

2.Using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol, clean the
head (recording / playback / erase), capstan and
pinch roller carefully.

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Demagnetizing the head

When the recording / playback head is magnetized,
the sound quality will deteriorate. In such a case,
demagnetize the head using a commercially avail­able demagnetizer (head eraser).

Tape guides

There are precisely aligned parts around the heads, including the tape guides.
When cleaning, pay special attention so as not to apply shock to them.

Note

Note

Maintenance of the set

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.

Reference

Beware of condensation

When water vapor comes into contact with the surface of a cold
material, condensation is produced.
If condensation occurs, correct operation may not be possible, or
the unit may not function correctly.
This is not a malfunction, however, and the unit should be dried-out.
(T o do this, turn the ON/ST ANDBY switch ON and leave the unit as it
is for several hours.)

Memory backup function

Stored contents which are
cleared immediately when
power plug is unplugged from
power outlet

Clock display

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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.

Be especially careful in the following conditions:
÷When the unit is brought from a cold place to a warm place, and there

is a large temperature difference.

÷When a heater starts operating.
÷When the unit is brought from an air-conditioned place to a place of

high temperature with high humidity.

÷When there is a large difference between the internal temperature of

the unit and the ambient temperature, or in conditions where conden­sation occurs easily.

Sound Retrieval System manufactured under licence from SRS Labs,
Inc. “SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM” and the SRS Symbol are
trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
Purchase of this product does not convey the right to sell recordings
mode with the SOUND RETRIEVAL SYSTEM.

Stored contents which are
cleared in at least a day after
power plug is unplugged from
power outlet

Amplifier

POWER status (ON or OFF)
Input selection
Volume control value

Tuner/equalizer unit

Receiving band
Frequency
Preset stations
Program timer setting contents
Balance setting
Equalizer’s manual memory cre­ated by the user
SRS 3D level

Cassette deck unit

Recording level
Transport direction
DOLBY NR
Reverse mode

When your unit needs to be repaired, bring the entire set (Speakers
excluded) to your dealer.

Note related to transportation and movement
(CD player)

Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the following
operations.

1. Turn the power ON. Then press the OPEN/CLOSE (0) key of
the CD player and take out all CDs.

DP-MH5: Ensure that no CD is loaded in any of the DISC1 to

2. Select the “CD” input and ensure that the following message
is displayed.

3. Wait for a few seconds then turn power off.

DISC6 trays by opening each of them.

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In case of difficulty

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What seems to be a malfunction is not always so. Before calling for service, check the following table according to the
symptom of your trouble.

Operation to reset

The microcomputer may fall into malfunction (impossibility to
operate, erroneous display, etc.) when the power cord is un­plugged while power is ON or due to an external factor. In this
case, execute the following procedure to reset the microcom­puter and return it to normal condition.

÷Please note that resetting the microcomputer clears the contents

stored in and returns and to condition when it left the factory.

While holding the ENTER key depressed, unplug the power
cord and plug it again.

C-H6 or C-H5

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Tuner/Equalizer Unit

RemedyCauseSymptom

The clock display blinks without chang­ing the figures.

÷There was a power failure.
÷The power cord was unplugged from the

outlet.

÷ Adjust the present time again.
÷Adjust the present time again.

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Timer operation is not possible.

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Radio stations cannot be received.

Noise interferes.

A station has been preset but it cannot
be received by pressing the P.CALL key.

Demonstration starts suddenly.

Power is turned OFF suddenly.

÷ The present time has not been adjusted or

there was a power failure.

÷The timer ON time and OFF time have not

been set.

÷The timer execution was not set up.

÷The antennas have not been connected.
÷A proper broadcasting band has not been

selected.

÷ The frequency of the station to be received

is not tuned.

÷Car ignition noise.
÷Influence of an electric appliance.
÷A TV set is installed near the system.

÷The frequency of the preset station is not

tunable.

÷The preset memory has been cleared be-

cause the power cord has been unplugged
for a long period.

÷The power plug was unplugged from the

outlet while the power switch was ON, or
there was a power failure.

÷The AUTO POWER SAVE function is acti-

vated.

÷Adjust the present time referring to “Clock

adjustment”.

÷Set the timer ON time and OFF time.
÷Execute the timer program with the SRS

3D key.

÷Connect antennas.
÷Select a band.

÷Tune to the frequency of the desired sta-

tion.

÷ Install the outdoor antenna in an apart posi-

tion from the road.

÷Switch the suspected electric appliance

OFF.

÷Install the TV or the system at an increased

distance between them.

÷Preset stations with tunable frequencies.
÷Preset stations again.

÷This is not malfunction. Press the DEMO

key to cancel the demonstration.

÷Cancel the AUTO POWER SAVE function.

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An error message is displayed
(ERROR * (figure))

÷There is a certain trouble. The displayed

figure is variable depending on the details of
the trouble.

÷Please consult your nearest KENWOOD

service station.

Cassette deck unit

Sound cannot be produced by pressing
the play key or no operation occurs even
when an operation key is pressed.

÷ Cords are connected improperly.
÷The head is dirty.

÷The tape is wound too tight due to irregular

winding.

÷A nonrecorded tape is played.

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RemedyCauseSymptom

÷Connect cords properly by referring to “Con-

nections”.

÷Clean the head referring to “Maintenance”.
÷Try another tape.

÷Play a recorded tape.

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No operation occurs even when an opera­tion key is pressed.

The DPSS malfunctions.

The CCRS does not function.

In dubbing, the tape stops at different
moments in decks A and B.

The cassette holders cannot be opened by
pressing the PUSH OPEN area.

÷The cassette holder is not closed com-

pletely.

÷The operation key is pressed immediately

after closing the cassette holder.

÷The operation key is pressed in less than 4

seconds after turning the power ON.

÷A tape is not inserted in the unit.
÷The tape is wound too tight due to irregular

winding.

÷The tape is fully wound to one of the reels.

÷The tape used is not suitable for DPSS, for

example the spaces between tunes may be
too short.

÷A recordable tape is not present in deck B.
÷A disc is not present in the CD player.
÷The disc is dirty.
÷The system control code is not connected.
÷This is due to the difference in the tape

length or characteristics of the mechanisms
of two cassette decks.

÷The key is pressed during recording or play-

back.

÷The microcomputer is malfunctioning due

to external noise.

÷Close the holder completely.
÷Press operations keys in more than a few

seconds after closing the holder.

÷Press operation keys after waiting for more

than 4 seconds.

÷Insert a tape.
÷Try another tape.

÷Change the tape transport direction or re-

verse the tape insertion orientation.

÷Refer to “Searching for the desired music

program (DPSS)”.

÷Insert a recordable tape in deck B and retry

operation.

÷Place a disc in the CD player and retry

operation.

÷Clean the disc, place it in the CD player and

try the operation again.

÷Connect the system control cord.
÷Small time difference does not mean a

malfunction.

÷Press in stop mode.
÷Reset the microcomputer.

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Sound is harsh or high frequencies are not
reproduced.

Sound is distorted.

Noise is noticeable.

Sound vibrates.

Recording cannot be started by pressing
the record key.

÷The head is dirty.
÷The tape is stretched or shrunk.

÷The recording level is not adjusted properly.
÷The tape being played was recorded with

distorted sound.

÷A tape which has been recorded by applying

the equalizer or SRS 3D effect is being
played by applying the same effect again.

÷The tape head is magnetized.
÷External noise is induced.
÷A tape recorded with Dolby NR ON is played

with Dolby NR OFF.

÷The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty.
÷The tape is wound irregularly.

÷The recording protect tab of the cassette

has been broken.

÷The cassette holder is not closed com-

pletely.

÷The TAPE input is selected.
÷The tape is fully wound to one of the reels.

÷Clean the head referring to “Maintenance”.
÷Try another tape.

÷Read the section entitled “Recording”.
÷Try another tape.

÷Switch the equalizer and SRS 3D effects

off.

÷ Demagnetize the head referring to “Main-

tenance”.

÷Install the system at a distance from other

electric appliances and TV.

÷Set the Dolby NR to on.

÷Clean the head referring to “Maintenance”.
÷Wind the tape again by fast forwarding,

rewinding or playing from an end to the
other.

÷ Use a cassette with an unbroken recording

protect tab or block the hole.

÷Close the holder completely.
÷Select the source to be recorded with the

input selector key.

÷Change the tape transport direction of deck

B or reverse the tape insertion orientation.

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Sound is not produced.

÷The speaker cords are disconnected.
÷The volume control is set to the minimum

position.

÷The MUTE switch of remote control unit is

switched ON.

÷The headphone plug is inserted into the

jack.

÷ Connection cords of the system are discon-

nected.

In case of difficulty

XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

RemedyCauseSymptom

÷Connect properly referring to “System con-

nection”.

÷Adjust to an required volume.
÷Switch MUTE OFF.
÷Unplug the headphone plug.
÷Check the connection cords.

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“PROTECT” is displayed and sound is not
produced.

No sound from headphones.

Sound is not produced from the left or
right speakers.

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A CD is placed in the player but it cannot
be played.

Sound is not produced.

Sound skips.

÷The speaker cords are short-circuited.

÷The headphones are plugged incompletely.
÷The speaker cords are disconnected.
÷The balance is set to the left or right extrem-

ity.

÷The disc is placed upside down.
÷The disc position is displaced.

÷The disc is extremely dirty.
÷The disc is scratched.

÷Dew is condensed on the optics lens.

÷The disc has not been placed.
÷The player is not put to the play mode.
÷The disc is extremely dirty.

÷The disc is scratched.
÷The disc is dirty.
÷The disc is scratched.

÷The player is subject to vibration.

÷Turn the power OFF, remove the short-

circuit and turn the power ON again.

÷Plug headphones securely into the jack.
÷Connect properly referring to “System con-

nection”.

÷Adjust the left/right balance.

RemedyCauseSymptom

÷ Place the disc properly, with the label side

facing upward.

÷Place the disc properly.
÷Clean the disc referring to “Disc handling

precautions”.

÷ Try another disc.
÷Refer to “Beware of condensation” and

remove the condensation by evaporation.

÷Place a disc in the CD player.
÷Press the play(6) key.
÷Clean the disc referring to “Disc handling

precautions”.

÷ Try another disc.
÷Clean the disc referring to “Disc handling

precautions”.

÷ Try another disc.
÷Install the unit in a place not subject to

vibrations.

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The tray cannot be closed but opens when
the OPEN/CLOSE key is pressed to close
an open tray.

÷You attempt to close the tray while the

loaded 8 cm (CD single) disc is deviated
from the groove on the tray.

Remote control unit

Symptom Cause Remedy

Remote control operation is not possible. ÷Batteries are exhausted.

1. With some tapes, a squeaky noise is produced when the tape is stopped automatically. This is due to the tape protection function, and not

Notes

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a malfunction.

2. Do not use longer tape than 110 minutes tapes, for the tape is too thin and gets easily tangled.

÷The remote control is too far away from the

system, the controlling angle is deviated or
there is an obstacle in between.

÷There is no tape or CD set in the component

to be played.

÷An attempt is made to play the cassette

deck which is recording something.

÷ Place the disc correctly along the groove on

the tray, press the OPEN/CLOSE key, en­sure that the DISC indicator is lit, and press
the play (6) key to start playback.

÷Replace with new batteries.
÷Operate the unit inside the remote control-

lable range.

÷Set a tape or CD in the component to be

played.

÷ Wait until the recording ends.

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Specifications

T uner / Equalizer / Amplifier unit (C-H6 or C-H5 / A-H5)

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Cassette deck unit (X-H5)

FM Tuner section

Tuning frequency range ....................... 87.5 MHz ~ 108 MHz

Sensitivity (DIN at 75 Ω)

MONO .................................................... 1.8 µV / 16.2 dBf

MW Tuner section

Tuning frequency range ........................ 531 kHz ~ 1,602 kHz

LW Tuner section

Tuning frequency range ........................... 153 kHz ~ 279 k Hz

[General]

Dimensions...................................... W : 270 mm (10-5 / 8”)

H : 124 mm (4-7 / 8”)
D : 322 mm (12-11 / 16”)

Weight (net) ...................................................... 2.1 kg (4.6 lb)

Amplifier section

Rated power output

................ 80 W + 80 W RMS (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D. at 6 Ω)

.................. 60 W + 60 W DIN (1 kHz 0.7 % T.H.D. at 6 Ω)

Total harmonic distor tion ............. 0.09 % (1 kHz, 30 W, 6 Ω)

Signal to noise ratio

Line (AUX, MD) .......................................... 90 dB (IHF’ A)

Input sensitivity / Impedance

Line (AUX, MD)

....................... 200 mV / 47 kΩ (SOURCE DIRECT ON)

Output level / Impedance

SUPER WOOFER PRE OUT

.......................... 2.0 V / 2.2 kΩ (SOURCE DIRECT ON)

MD REC.................................................... 200 mV /2.2 kΩ

Track ............................................... 4-track, 2-channel stereo

Recording system ......................................... AC bias system

(Frequency: 105 kHz)

Heads

A deck Playback head............................................ 1

B deck Playback / recording head........................ 1

Erasing head .............................................. 1

Motors

A deck .............................................................................. 1

B deck .............................................................................. 1

Fast winding time................................ Approx. 115 seconds

(C-60 tape)

Frequency response

Type

tape .......................... 50 Hz to 15,000 Hz, ± 3 dB

Type

Signal to noise ratio

Dolby B NR ON ........ 64 dB (3rd H.D. 3 % ,Type

Dolby NR OFF........... 56 dB (3rd H.D. 3 % ,Type

Wow and flutter........................................ 0.15 % (W.R.M.S.)

[General]

Dimensions...................................... W : 270 mm (10-5 / 8”)

Weight (net) ......................................................... 2.7 kg (6 lb)

tape .......................... 50 Hz to 16,000 Hz, ± 3 dB

tape)
tape)

H : 124 mm (4-7 / 8”)
D : 322 mm (12-11 / 16”)

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[General]

Power consumption ...................................................... 180 W

Dimensions...................................... W : 270 mm (10-5 / 8”)

H : 104 mm (4-1 / 8”)
D : 343 mm (13-1 / 2”)

Weight (net) .................................................... 4.6 kg (10.2 lb)

WARNING NOTICE:

IN MOST CASES IT IS AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT TO
MAKE COPIES OF TAPES OR DISCS WITHOUT THE PERMISSION
OF THE COPYRIGHT OWNERS. ANYONE WISHING TO COPY
COMMERCIALL Y AV AILABLE T APES OR DISC SHOULD CONT ACT
THE MECHANICAL COPYRIGHT PROTECTION SOCIETY LIMITED
OR THE PERFORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY LIMITED.

Notes

Notes

1. KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice.

2. Sufficient performance may not be possible at very low temperatures (0°C or less).

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XD-8550/XD-6000 (En/T)

Speakers (LS-H6/LS-H5)

Format section

Laser...................................................... Semiconductor laser

D/A convertors section

D/A conversion ................................................................. 1 bit

Oversampling.................................................. 8 fs (352.8 kHz)

Audio section

Frequency response ........................... 8 Hz ~ 20 kHz, ±1.0 dB

Signal to noise ratio ................................... More than 96 dB

Dynamic range ............................................ More than 90 dB

Total harmonic distor tion

.............................................Less than 0.008 % (at 1 kHz)

Channel separation ................... More than 90 dB (at 1 kHz)

Wow & Flutter....................................... Unmeasurable Limit

Digital output

Optical ........ -15 dBm ~ -21 dBm (wave length 660 nm)

[General]

Dimensions...................................... W : 270 mm (10-5 / 8”)

H : 104 mm (4-1 / 8”)

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Weight (net)

DP-H5 .......................................................... 2.3 kg (5.1 lb)

DP-MH5........................................................ 3.4 kg (7.5 lb)

D : 326 mm (12-13 /16”)

LS-H6

Enclosure ...................................................... Bass-reflex type

Speaker configuration..................................... 3-Way system

Woofer .............................................. 160 mm, cone type

Tweeter ............................................... 65 mm, cone type

Tweeter .............................................. 25 mm, dome type

Impedance .......................................................................... 6 Ω

Maximum input level ...................................................... 8 0 W

Frequency response .................................. 43 Hz ~ 20,000 Hz

[General]

Dimensions...................................... W : 215 mm (8-7 / 16”)

H : 456 mm (17-15 / 16”)
D : 269 mm (10-9 / 16”)

Weight (net) .................................... 5.7 kg (12.6 lb) (1 piece)

LS-H5

Enclosure ...................................................... Bass-reflex type

Speaker configuration..................................... 3-Way system

Woofer .............................................. 160 mm, cone type

Tweeter ............................................... 50 mm, cone type

Tweeter .............................................. 25 mm, dome type

Impedance .......................................................................... 6 Ω

Maximum input level ...................................................... 80 W

Frequency response .................................. 45 Hz ~ 20,000 Hz

[General]

Dimensions...................................... W : 230 mm (9-1 / 16”)

H : 456 mm (17-15 / 16”)
D : 295 mm (11-5 / 8”)

Weight (net) .................................... 5.6 kg (12.4 lb) (1 piece)

Notes

Notes

1. KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice.

2. Sufficient performance may not be possible at very low temperatures (0°C or less).

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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