Kenwood XD-700, XD-550, XD-500, XD-750 User Manual

COMPONENT SYSTEM/COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM

XD-750
XD-700
XD-550
XD-500

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

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

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

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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

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.

Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

XD-750/700/550/500 (En)

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Contents

Preparation section Application section

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

Before applying power

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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 ..................... 6

Connection of Options (Optional Parts) .................... 8

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

Main Unit..................................................................... 10

Display ......................................................................... 12

Remote control Unit................................................... 13

Operation of remote control unit .......................... 14

Basic section

Let's put out some sound....................................... 16

Basic use method ....................................................... 16

Playback of CD ............................................................ 18

Playback of tape ......................................................... 20

Searching for the desired music program (DPSS).. 23

Receiving broadcast station....................................... 24

Let's record .............................................................. 26

Recording (Deck B only) ............................................ 26

Copying tape (Tape dubbing)..................................... 29

Playback of CD........................................................ 30

Listening in the desired sequence

(program playback) .............................................. 30

Repeated playback ..................................................... 32

Listening to an unexpected title sequence

(random playback) ................................................ 34

R.D.S. (Radio Data System) ................................... 35

Searching for a desired program type

(PTY search)............................................................ 36

To be able to listen to the desired information

at any time .................................................................. 38

Convenient CD recording .......................................40

Selection of the convenient CD recording type...... 40

Giving preference to the tape length over the title sequence

(time edit recording)............................................. 41

Recording only desired titles

(ONE TOUCH EDIT.....single title recording) ...... 42

One-touch recording of an entire CD

(ONE TOUCH EDIT.....recording of all titles) ....... 43

Producing a tape collecting only the first titles

(BEST HITS function) ............................................. 44

Effective Sound Adjustment ................................. 45

Adjustment of balance and input level..................... 45

Listening with the desired sound

(equalizer function)............................................... 46

Enjoying Sound Field Effects ..................................... 4 8

Enjoying Karaoke......................................................... 49

Clock adjustment.....................................................50

Timer operation....................................................... 51

Timer programming .................................................... 52

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Knowledge section

Important Items ....................................................... 55

Maintenance................................................................ 55

Reference..................................................................... 55

In case of difficulty................................................. 56

Specifications ......................................................... 59

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Special features

Before applying power

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Easy operation

Playback, recording and input selection can be performed with simplified operations.

Dynamic rotary volume control

When adjusting the volume, fast turning of the volume control produces a larger volume change for the
same angle of rotation of the VOLUME (MULTI) CONTROL knob. Slow turning produces a small volume
change, thus permitting fine adjustment.

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3-Disc carousel CD player

Three discs can be set. There are various ways for enjoyment at the time of program playback, repeat
playback, random playback, etc.

One-touch edit

One-touch recording of only a single title or the entire CD is possible while listening to a CD.

R.D.S. (Radio Data System)

The RDS data included in FM broadcasts can be used to search for the intended broadcasting contents and
for automatic reception from standby.

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.

Karaoke also can be enjoyed.

When the HIT MASTER function is used with mic mixing, normal CDs and tapes with voice recorded on
them can be used as Karaoke software.

Simple operation timer

Wake-up timer and sleep timer setting is simple. There are also two types of program timers operating every
day.

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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)

Remote control unit (1)

Speaker cords (2)

Batteries (R6/AA) (2)

Loop antenna stand (1)AM loop antenna (1)

Handling of discs and tapes

Disc handling precautions

Before applying power

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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.

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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.

Caution on disc used

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.

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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.

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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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System connection

XD-750/700/550/500 (En)

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.

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.

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Speaker (right)

75Ω

FM

+

R L

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”.

ANTENNA

AM

GND

ANTENNA

SURROUND

--

+

SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS

(8-16Ω)

SURROUND

FRONT

OFF ON

(6-16Ω)

AM

FM
75Ω

GND

R L

AUX

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Speaker cord

Main Unit

3

3

Black

Red

Power cord

To wall AC outlet

R L

+

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SURROUND

SPEAKERS

(8-16Ω)

FRONT

SPEAKERS

(6-16Ω)

SURROUND

OFF ON

Twist

System connection

XD-750/700/550/500 (En)

Caution regarding placement

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.

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

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.

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Speaker (left)

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1Locate the position providing good reception condition.
2Fix the antenna.

Notes

Notes

1. In case an associated system compo-

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nent is connected, also read the instruc­tion manual of the component.

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

3. 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.

Speaker Unit

Twist

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

3214

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.

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XD-750/700/550/500 (En)

Connection of Options

(Optional Parts)

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.

Speaker Unit

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In regard to the SURROUND switch

This switch can be used only when the separately sold
surround (rear) speakers are connected. When the switch
is set to ON, surround playback can be enjoyed. When
this switch is set to OFF, normal playback is executed.

÷Please operate this switch while the power is switched off.
÷We recommend to keep this switch set to OFF when no

surround (rear) speakers are connected to obtain a better
sound quality.

÷When the switch is set to OFF, no sound will come from the

surround (rear) speakers.

Surround (rear) speakers (RS-N700/N750)

−+ −+

Video cord

Video input

R L

+

Monitor TV

--

ANTENNA

SURROUND

+

SPEAKERS

(8-16Ω)

SPEAKERS

(6-16Ω)

SURROUND

FRONT

OFF ON

AM

FM
75Ω

GND

R L

AUX

INPUT

R L

+

--

+

SURROUND

SPEAKERS

(8-16Ω)

FRONT

SPEAKERS

(6-16Ω)

SURROUND

OFF ON

Surround switch

Main Unit

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AUX

INPUT

Video output

Video deck

Audio output

FM outdoor antenna

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

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Antenna adapter
(optional)

R L

+

--

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ANTENNA

GND

AM

ANTENNA

AM

FM

75Ω

GND

R L

AUX

INPUT

FM

75Ω

SURROUND

+

SPEAKERS

(8-16Ω)

SURROUND

FRONT

SPEAKERS

OFF ON

(6-16Ω)

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Controls and indicators

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Controls and indicators

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1ON/STANDBY ( ) key

Power ON/OFF switching is executed.

2RESET key

Press to reset the microcomputer built in the system.

3MIC MIX. knob

At the time of mic mixing , this knob controls the volumes of the
microphones.

4MIC 1, MIC 2 terminal

For connection of a microphone (optional).

5HIT MASTER key

Used in karaoke singing, etc.

6BEST HITS key

When power is ON: Records the first tracks of all of the CDs

stored in the unit.

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

and off.

7EX. BASS (Extra bass) key

When power is ON: Switches the extra bass play on and

off.

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

8DISPLAY
9SRS 3D key/Indicator (XD-750/XD-700)

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

SOURCE DIRECT key/Indicator (XD-550, XD-500)

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When power is ON: Press to turn the Source Direct play on
When power is STANDBY: Used in timer setting operations.

0DISP. /DEMO key

When power is ON: Switches the displayed information.

and off.

Switches the demonstration on and
off.

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When power is STANDBY: Switches the demonstration on and

!ENTER key

Used for time setting, timer setting, etc.

@MODE key

When power is ON: This key switches the function of the

When power is STANDBY: This key is used in the OTT timer set-

#Equalizer operation keys

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

$MULTI CONTROL/VOLUME knob

Normally this is used for volume adjustment. Depending on the
purpose, the function can be switched with the MODE key.

%PHONES terminal

For connection of a headphone (optional).

^INPUT 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.

&Tuner operation keys

AUTO key

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

TUNING keys

Press to select a radio station.

BAND key

Press to switch the receiving band.

off.

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MULTI CONTROL/VOLUME knob.
The items which can be selected differ
according to the status at that time.

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Cassette deck unit

*A deck cassette holder

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

(O.T.E. key

When this key is pressed during CD 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.

)DOLBY NR key

Dolby noise reduction ON/OFF switching is executed.

¡REV. MODE key

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

™REC/ARM key

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

CD player unit

¶DISC SELECTOR key

The disc for playback (or recording) is selected.

•TIME DISP. (Time display) key

Press to switch the CD time display information.

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Three discs can be stored.

ºOPEN/CLOSE (0) key

The disc tray is opened and closed.

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

¢B deck cassette holder

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

∞ Cassette deck operation keys

Play (2 3) keys
Stop (7) key
Fast forward and rewind (1 ¡) keys

§A/B key

Press to select the deck to be operated. Used as the beat cancel key
during recording of AM broadcasting.

⁄DISC SKIP key

The disc for playback (or recording) is selected. This is also used for
insertion of a CD to the inside of the disc tray.

¤CD operation keys

Play/pause (6) key
Stop (7) key
Skip (4 ¢) keys

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1Tuner and applied operation indicators

This section contains the indicators of the tuner operations as well
as applied CD operation and timer play information.

2Character display

Displays the input selection, frequency, volume level, etc.

3Cassette deck indicators

This section contains the cassette deck operation indicators. The
indicated information includes the current selected deck (A or B),
tape transport direction, etc.

4CD player indicators

This section displays the CD playback and pause mode information
as well as the disc number being played.

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5Equalizer indicators

This section shows the equalizer pattern in use.

6Volume display

This section shows the currently set volume level.

7RUNNING INDICATOR

This indicator blinks according to the operation modes during opera­tion of the CD player, tape decks, etc.

8Spectrum analyzer display
9Track number indicator

Indicates the CD track number being played.

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1SRS 3D key (XD-750/XD-700 only)

Press to switch SRS 3D on and off.

2EX.BASS (Extra bass) key
3Numeric keys

Used as number keys when the input is switched to CD.
The PTY SEARCH key is used when searching the programme type
of RDS broadcasting.

4P.MODE key

Used to program the CD playback sequence.

5EDIT key

Used for CD edit recording (time edit recording).

6RDS DISPLAY key

The display contents are switched during reception of RDS broad­casts.

7TA/NEWS/INFO. key

Used for automatic reception of transmissions of a certain content.

8TUNING (1 ¡) keys
9A/B key
0Cassette deck operation key
!EQ. (Equalizer) key

Press to switch the equalizer effect on and off or to select an
equalizer pattern. Each press changes the selection in sequence.

@MUTE key

This is used to mute the sound temporarily.

#On/Standby ( ) key
$N.B. key

Press to compensate for the heavy low frequencies.

%SLEEP key

Use to set the sleep timer.

^INPUT key
&DISC SKIP key
*O.T.E. key
(REPEAT key

Used for repeated playback of a CD.

)RANDOM key

For CD playback, switching is executed between introduction scan­ning, random playback, and normal playback.

¡BAND key
™PTY key

This is used to specify the program type when searching for a station.

£P.CALL (Preset Call) (4 ¢) keys
¢CD play/pause (6) key

∞ AUTO (7) key

§VOLUME keys

This has the same function as the MULTI CONTROL/VOLUME knob
on the main unit. However, the AI VOLUME function does not
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Operation of remote control unit

Loading batteries

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1 Remove the cover.

2 Insert batteries. 3 Close the cover.

÷Insert two R6 (“AA”-size) batteries fol-

lowing the polarity indications.

Operation

Plug the power cord into the mains power outlet and press
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turn power ON. After the power has been turned ON, press
the desired key.

To turn power off, press the
The system enters the standby mode in which only the
time display is lit.

(on/standby) key of the remote control unit to

(on/standby) key again.

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Model: RC-H3R/H2R
Infrared ray system

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.

Operating range (approx.)

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Let's put out some sound

Basic use method

Bass compensation

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Bass and treble compensation

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Muting the sound temporarily

Press the ON/STANDBY key.

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Listening through headphones

1. Switching the power ON (OFF)

The power can also be turned ON by
pressing the play key of the CD player,
the play key of the cassette deck or the
BAND key of the tuner.
When the ON/STANDBY key is pressed
while the power is ON, the power will be
switched OFF.

÷The display part becomes dark when the

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power is switched OFF. (DIMMER function)

2. Selecting the desired output

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÷When you select the AUX input, be also sure

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

÷When CD or TAPE is selected, playback will

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

3. Volume adjustment

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÷Quick turning produces a larger change

amount.
(Dynamic rotary volume control function)

÷The display shows a reference value.

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Muting the sound temporarily

MUTE

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

Bass compensation

(N.B.: Natural Bass circuit)

(Remote control unit only)

N.B.

Lights

N.B.

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Remote control unit

Each press of the key switches the setting.

1 NB ........... 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)

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Listening through headphones

1 Insert the headphone plug into the PHONES jack.

PHONES

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÷The sounds from all speakers are cut off.

2Adjust the volume.

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Bass and treble compensation

The EX.BASS (Extra Bass) function compensates for the high
and low frequencies and has been set to on before the sys­tem left the factory.

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

When CD has been selected.

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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.

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Each press switches the modes as follows.

1 ON.....Auto power save is used.

2 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.

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STANDBY mode of ON/STANDBY switch

When the power cord of this system is plugged into an AC out­let, the display lights up regardless of the ON/OFF setting of the
ON/STANDBY switch. This indicates that a small amount of cur ­rent is being supplied to the unit to back up the memory con­tents. This mode is referred to as the Standby mode. While the
display is lit, the power of the system can be switched ON/OFF
from the remote control unit.

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Playback of CD

Playback from desired track

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If a disc has already been loaded in the CD player and the
power is OFF, simply pressing the CD play key turns power
automatically ON and starts playback.

Skipping tracks
To pause playback
To stop playback

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High-speed search in forward and
reverse directions

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The tray opens when the key is pressed
and closes when the key is pressed again.

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Playback from desired track

1. Load a disc.

The label must
be on top.

1 Open the tray.
2Place a disc.
3Select the disc to be played.
4Close the tray.

Disc played first when the 6 key is pressed.

2. Start playback.

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Time display on the CD player

Each press of the TIME DISP. key switches the time information.

÷Only the time information related to the track being played can be

displayed in the program, edit and random modes.

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Elapsed time of track being played
Remaining time of track being played
Elapsed time of disc
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