This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed above.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country and sales
area.
Europe and U.K. ........................................................................ AC 230 V only
China and Russia .....................................................................AC 220 V only
*Other countries ................................ AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
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 EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED
TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE
PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO
THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
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 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 sectionApplication section
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
Before applying power
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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Before applying power ............................................ 2
The Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Stereo are top-level surround modes that can reproduce the world of 3dimensional audio.
Built in sub woofer (XD-951/XD-A900 only)
Each 3-way speaker incorporates an additional sub woofer to reproduce heavy bass more powerfully than
conventional system speakers.
3D Wide FL display
The easy to see graphical display features a large spectrum analyzer. A running indicator shows the operations such as CD playback and skipping at a glance.
Easy to operate, new multi control jog dial
The jog dial makes possible easy setup of CD playback, timer recording/playback and other operations while
monitoring the displayed information. The same operation is also available on the remote control unit.
Three discs can be set. There are various ways for enjoyment at the time of program playback, repeat
playback, random playback, etc.
Demonstration
When the power supply is restored after a power failure or the power
cord is unplugged and plugged in again during use, this unit automatically starts the demonstration function (display only). During the
demonstration, the display changes in sequence but the audio does
not change. The demonstration can be canceled with the following
procedure.
÷Press the key during demonstration to stop it.
÷Even when DEMO is ON, stations with weak radio waves are muted
and their sound cannot be heard.
MODE
/DEMO
Q
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To switch over the demonstration:
Turn the unit OFF (STANDBY mode) and
press the key.
Each press of the key switches the demonstration as shown below.
1 DEMO (Demonstration executed)
2 OFF (Demonstration canceled)
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
Remote control unit (1)Loop antenna stand (1)AM loop antenna (1)
Hold compact discs so that you do not
touch the playing surface.
Label side
Playing side
Sticker, etc
Do not attach paper or tape to either
the playing side or the label side of compact discs.
Sticky paste
Discs which can be played with this unit
Caution on disc used
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.
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.
CD (12 cm, 8 cm), CDV (only the audio part)
÷With CD-G (CD Graphics) discs, this unit can play only the audio.
÷Please do not use discs which are not round because they may
cause a malfunction.
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.
Do not use cleaning discs.
Please do not use commercially available cleaning discs, they may
damage the internal mechanism.
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.
N
S
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-951/XD-A900)
XD-951/A900/A700 (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.
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”.
FM
75Ω
AM
L
R
FM
75
Ω
L
GND
FM
300Ω
R
AM
L
R
GND
–
+
FRONT
SPEAKERS
(6-16Ω)
SUB WOOFER
SPEAKERS
(12-16Ω)
–
+
CENTER
SPEAKER
(6-16Ω)
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
(12-16Ω)
Other countries
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
GND
FM
300Ω
AM
„
−
+
Main Unit
33
Black
Black
Red
Blue
4
4
DIGITAL
OUT
OPTICAL
+
–
L
R
L
R
+
L
R
–
FRONT
SPEAKERS
(6-16Ω)
SUB WOOFER
SPEAKERS
(12-16Ω)
CENTER
SPEAKER
(6-16Ω)
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
(12 -16Ω)
Power cord
To wall AC outlet
Speaker cord
Twist
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FM indoor antenna
WOOFER
SUPER
WOOFER
SUPER
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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System connection (XD-951/XD-A900)
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
Caution regarding placement (Except for U.S.A. and
Canada)
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.
rear panel: 10 cm
1 Strip the coating from the tip of cord and twist the
conductor.
2Connect to the antenna terminal.
3Locate the position providing good reception condition.
4Fix the antenna.
The external view is variable depending on the model and
marketing destination area.
Before connecting the Front
Speakers
Stick the supplied front speaker cushions
to the bottom of the front speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from
slipping.
Speaker cushion
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Notes
Notes
1. In case an associated system component 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.
4. Be sure to insert all connection cords
securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be produced or
noise may interfere.
5. 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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System connection (XD-A700)
XD-951/A900/A700 (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.
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”.
„
FM
75Ω
AM
L
R
+
L
R
GND
+
–
–
+
FRONT
SPEAKERS
(6-16Ω)
–
CENTER
–
SPEAKER
(6-16Ω)
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
(12-16Ω)
Other countries
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
GND
FM
300Ω
AM
SUPER
WOOFER
PRE OUT
−
+
Main Unit
Black
Red
3
4
4
DIGITAL
OUT
OPTICAL
+
L
–
–
R
FRONT
SPEAKERS
(6-16Ω)
+
–
+
CENTER
–
SPEAKER
(6-16Ω)
L
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
(12-16Ω)
Power cord
To wall AC outlet
333
Speaker cord
Twist
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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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System connection (XD-A700)
XD-951/A900/A700 (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.
rear panel: 10 cm
1 Strip the coating from the tip of cord and twist the
conductor.
2Connect to the antenna terminal.
3Locate the position providing good reception condition.
4Fix the antenna.
The external view is variable depending on the model and
marketing destination area.
Before connecting the Front
Speakers
Stick the supplied front speaker cushions
to the bottom of the front speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from
slipping.
Speaker cushion
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BASS REFLEX SPEAKER SYSTEM
Notes
Notes
1. In case an associated system component 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.
4. Be sure to insert all connection cords
securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be produced or
noise may interfere.
5. 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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Connection of the surround speakers
Do not plug the power cord into the power outlet until all
of the required connections have been made.
Dolby Pro Logic is a specially encoded 2 channel surround format designed to provide theater-like surround sound from Dolby
Surround encoded sources (such as video and Laserdisc software marked
Dolby Surround decoder to let you enjoy the wide variety of
currently available Dolby Surround home video software.
). This unit is equipped with a
Center speaker
−+−+
−+
–
+
CENTER
SPEAKER
(6-16Ω)
L
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
(12-16Ω)
Dolby 3 Stereo
Dolby 3 Stereo is available for systems that do not set surround
speakers. When in the Dolby 3 Stereo mode the surround information is redirected to the front left and right speakers. This
mode is designed for use with Dolby Surround program sources,
but can also improve sound field unity for programs that are
not Dolby Surround edcoded. Dialog positioning and sound image definition, however, may not be as accurate when used with
programs that are not Dolby Surround edcoded.
Subwoofer*
Front Speaker
Surround speakers (monaural signal)
* Optional in this mode.
Recommended speaker installation
It is recommended that the surround speakers are installed
straight to the left and right of the listening position or slightly
behind, at a height of about 1 meter higher than the listener’s
ears. Each surround speaker should be installed so that the
longer sides are horizontal.
How to use the speaker stabilizer (cushions)
When the surround speaker system installation is unstable due
to the floor condition, apply the provided stabilizer (cushions)
on four positions on the bottom of each speaker. (Except for
CRS-N551)
Center speaker
Subwoofer*
Front Speaker
* Optional in this mode.
Hanging on a wall
The surround speakers can be hung on a wall.
When hanging the surround speakers, select a rigid and hard
place on the wall which can withstand the weight of the speakers.
1. Attach the provided mounting hardware onto the rear panel of each
speaker using the provided screw. (Except for CRS-N551)
2. Install a screw, which is commercially available, with sufficient
strength on the wall. When screwing in, leave the head and upper
stem of the screw projected by 7 to 9 mm from the wall surface.
3. Mount each speaker by hooking up the hole of the speaker rear panel
on the screw attached to the wall.
4. Check that the speakers are firmly mounted.
System connection (XD-951/XD-A900/XD-A700)
DIGITAL
OUT
OPTICAL
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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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.
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.
Extremely low sound is played back powerfully. This can be used with any type of
+
FM
L
–
FRONT
SPEAKERS
(6-16Ω)
–
R
+
–
+
CENTER
–
SPEAKER
L
R
(6-16Ω)
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
(12-16Ω)
WOOFER
PRE OUT
SUPER
playback.
SUPER
WOOFER
PRE OUT
(XD-A700 only)
L
R
AUX
OUTPUT
L
R
AUX
INPUT
Audio output
Video deck
Monitor TV
Notes
Notes
Audio input
1. 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.
2. Insert the optical-fiber cable straight into the connector until it clicks.
3. Be sure to attach the protection cap when the connector is not
used.
4. Never band or bundle the optical-fiber cable.
DIGITAL
OUT
OPTICAL
Optical-fiber cable
(Provided with the MD
recorder)
(Except for U.S.A. and Canada)
DIGITAL OUT jack (OPTICAL)
If necessary, remove the cap and
plug the optical-fiber cable (optional).
Optical-fiber cable
Cap
Connect to AUX jacks.
MD recorder
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Controls and indicators
Main Unit
The external view is variable depending on the model and
marketing destination area.
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.
6MIC 1, MIC 2 jacks (Except for some areas)
For connection of a microphone (optional).
7MIC VOL. knob (Except for some areas)
At the time of mic mixing , this knob controls the volumes of the
microphones.
8MODE/DEMO key
Used for setting or selection of various modes.
The items which can be selected differ according to the status at that
time.
When power is STANDBY: Switches the demonstration on and
off.
9TIMER key
Used for time adjustment, timer setting, etc.
0SET key
Used for setting of various modes or establishing a selection.
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!LISTEN MODE key/Indicator
Used for setting the surround modes and sound field effects.
@DISPLAY
#MULTI CONTROL jog dial
Used for selection of various modes.
$SRS 3D key/Indicator
Switches the SRS 3D play on and off.
%ENTER key
Used for entering a selected mode in memory or executing it.
1 RDS-related indicators (For U.K., Europe and Russia)
2Tuner and applied CD operation indicators
This section contains the indicators of the tuner operations and
applied CD operations.
3Character information display
Displays the input selection, frequency, volume level, etc.
4Tone and sound field-related indicators
5Timer-related indicators
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6Cassette deck indicators
This section contains the cassette deck operation indicators. The
indicated information includes the tape reverse mode and tape transport direction.
7CD player indicators
This section displays the CD playback and pause mode information as
well as the disc number being played.
8Track number indicators
Indicates the CD track number being played.
9Spectrum analyzer display
0Running indicator
This indicator rotates according to the operation modes during operation of the CD player, cassette deck, etc. It also shows the approximate sound level during volume control.
!Guideline
Blinks during the setting of an item using the jog dial.
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Remote control Unit
The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on
the main unit have the same function as the keys on the main unit.
Controls and indicators
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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DISC SKIP
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SURROUND
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DOLBY
PRO LOGIC
TA/NEWS/
INFO.
A/B
TAPECD
5
BAND
TUNINGP.CALL
6
MENU
SET
ENTER
7
8
9
0
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-951R
!
Europe, U.K. and Russia : RC-951R
Other countries : RC-951
POWER
TIME
REPEAT
EQ ON/OFF
RANDOM SRS 3D
EX. BASS
TEST TONE
DOLBY
3 STEREO STEREO
PTY
RDS DISP.
MUTEINPUT
VOLUME
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Model: See left.
Infrared ray system.
9 MENU key
Used to switch the function of the MULTI CONTROL keys.
The function items that can be selected with the MULTI CONTROL
keys are variable depending on the current operation status.
Items such as CD PGM, DUBBING, SOUND, DISPLAY, TIMER,
LISTEN MODE and MODE are selected using keys 8.
0ENTER key
!SET key
@TIME key
Press to switch the time information on the CD player unit.
#ON/STANDBY ( POWER) key
Power ON/OFF switching is executed.
$REPEAT key
Used for repeated playback of a CD.
%RANDOM key
For CD playback, switching is executed between random playback
and normal playback.
^Tone and sound field-related keys
EQ. ON/OFF key
Press to switch the equalizer ON and OFF.
SRS 3D key
EX. BASS key
&TEST TONE key
*Surround operation keys
QWE
(RDS-related keys (For U.K., Europe and Russia)
TA/NEWS/INFO. key
Used for automatic reception of transmissions of a certain content.
RDS DISP. key
The display contents are switched during reception of RDS broadcasts.
PTY key
This is used to specify the program type when searching for a station.
)CD operation keys
CD play/pause (6) key
Stop (7) key
¡P.CALL (Preset Call)/skip (4¢) keys
Used to recall a preset radio station.
During CD playback, press to skip CD tracks.
To turn power off, press the on/standby (
key again. The system enters the standby mode in which
only the time display is lit.
÷When pressing more than one remote control keys successively,
press the keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more
between keys.
POWER) key of the remote control
POWER)
Remote sensor
Operating range
(approx.)
6m
30˚
30˚
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.
CHANNEL SPACE setting
(Except for the U.S.A., Canada, U.K., Europe, Russia and Australia)
The space between radio channels has been set to the one that prevails in the area to which the system is shipped. However, if the
current channel space setting does not match the setting in the area
where the system is to be used, for instance when you move from
area 1 or area 2 shown in the following table or vice versa, proper
reception of AM/FM (MW/FM) broadcasts cannot be expected. In
this case, change the channel space setting in accordance with your
area by referring to the following table.
Area
U.S.A., Canada and South
1
American countries
2
Other countries
CHANNEL
SPACE freq.
FM : 100 kHz
AM : 10 kHz
FM : 50 kHz
AM :9 kHz
1Turn power off.
ON/STANDBY
2Select the channel space.
Each press switches the space frequency alternately.
1 “FM100/AM10 kHz”....... STEP,
2 “FM 50 /AM 9 kHz”....... STEP,
÷The “AM” display is variable depending on the model (country or
area), and “MW” may be displayed in some areas.
3Establish the selection.
TUNING
ENTER
MULTI CONTROL jog dial
The MULTI CONTROL jog dial allows you to set (or enter) a variety of functions with an easy operation.
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XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
The mode for setting (using) MULTI CONTROL is initiated when any of
the CD PGM, DUBBING, SOUND, DISPLAY, TIMER, LISTEN MODE and
MODE/DEMO keys is pressed.
In the setting mode, select the operation mode with the MULTI CON-
With the remote control unit, pressing the
MENU key makes it possible to select the
same items as those available on the main
unit using the MENU (up#/down@) keys.
TROL jog dial and press the SET and/or ENTER key(s) to set, establish,
enter or execute the function.
(The ENTER key is always pressed at the end.)
ON/STANDBY
EX.
BASS
DISPLAY
SOUND
INPUT
TIMER
MODE
/DEMO
LISTEN
MODE
DOWN
AUTO
TUNING
BAND
PHONES
MULTI
CONTROL
SET
ENTER
SRS 3D
CD PGM
DUBBING
SURROUND
BAND
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-951R
÷During the setting of an item (while the guideline is blinking), other keys are defeated except for the basic control keys such as the VOLUME
CONTROL and ON/STANDBY keys.
÷To cancel the mode for setting (using) MULTI CONTROL, read the description of each item in this manual.
TA/NEWS/INFO.
A/B
TAPECD
TUNINGP.CALL
SET
ENTER
MENU
RDS DISP.
MUTE INPUT
VOLUME
PTY
CD PGM
DUBBING
SOUND
DISPLAY
TIMER
LISTEN MODE
MODE
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.
When the display shows the time or “- - : - -”, a small amount of
current is supplied to the unit to back up the internal memory.
This status is referred to as the STANDBY mode, and the unit in
the STANDBY mode can be turned ON from the remote control
unit.
When CD has been selected.
D
C
1
0
3
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Volume display
L
O
V
3
12
0
0
5
7
0
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.
1Press the TIMER key.
TIMER
2 Select “AUTO POWER SAVE” and press the SET key.
MULTI
CONTROL
SET
3 Select “ON” or “OFF” and press the ENTER key.
MULTI
CONTROL
ENTER
SLEEP
TIME SET
O.T.T.
PROG. ON/OFF
PROG. 1
PROG. 2
AUTO POWER SAVE
T
P
O
W
E
O
T
U
A
| Scrolled display
(AUTO POWER SAVE)
ON ..... Auto power save is used.
OFF ....Auto power save is not
used.
RETURN
R
÷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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Playback of CD
Let's put out some sound
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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.
High-speed search in forward and
reverse directions
Skipping tracks
TIME
To stop Playback
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Playback form desired track
1. Load a disc.
0
1 Open the tray.
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The tray opens when the key is pressed
and closes when the key is pressed again.
2 Place a disc.
3 Close the tray.
2. Start playback.
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÷After a few seconds, play starts from track No.1.
Time display on the CD player
Each press of the TIME key of the remote control unit
switches the displayed time information.
÷Only the time information related to the track being played
can be displayed in the program, CD EDIT and random
modes.
1
2
3
4
123:
-237:
2345:
-3615:
The label must be on top.
Disc played first when the 6 key is pressed.
Elapsed time of track being played
Remaining time of track being played
Elapsed time of disc (TOTAL lights up)
Remaining time of disc (TOTAL lights up)
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Skipping tracks
MULTI
CONTROL
To skip forwardTo skip backward
÷The tracks in the direction the dial is rotated are skipped, and the
selected track will be played from the beginning.
÷When the jog dial is rotated a little in the direction of counterclockwise
once during playback, the track being played will be played from the
beginning.
÷The CD tracks can also be skipped using the 4 or ¢ key of the
remote control unit and main unit.
Playback from desired track
Select the desired track No.Select the disc.
DISC
1
DISC
Remote
control unit
Main
unit
2
DISC
3
DISC SKIP
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High-speed search in forward and reverse directions
Backward search
÷Playback starts from the position where the key is released.
To enter track No. 23 : 003
To select track No. 40 : 0000)
÷Do not touch the played side of disc.
÷Rotate the tray with the DISC SKIP key to insert the third disc.
÷The tray of the disc to be played should come to the left position when
the unit is seen from the front.
The selected disc is indicated.
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Lights when a disc is inserted at
the time of playback.
If you load a tape in a cassette deck (deck B) while the power
is off, simply pressing the tape play key turns power automatically ON and starts playback with deck B.
To wind tape at high speed
To stop playback
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A/B
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Selection of DOLBY NR
1. Load a cassette tape.
1 Open the door.
2Insert a tape and close the door.
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2. Select the deck to be used for playback.
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3. Start playback.
Press the play key of the desired direction.
÷When playing back a recording using the equalizer or SRS 3D effect, switch the equalizer or SRS
3D effect.
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To wind tape at high speed
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÷Press the 7 key to stop fast winding.
To fast wind in direction \
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Selection of reverse mode.
REV.MODE
Each press switches the modes as follows.
1 “[”... Both sides are played back (recorded), and
then the tape stops.
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.
To stop playback
÷Do not take out the cassette tape until the tape transport has
stopped completely.
Selection of DOLBY NR (Noise Reduction)
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.
Lit when “DOLBY NR” is ON.
DOLBY NR
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Each press switches the modes as follows.
1 “Ÿ NR” ON ...................DOLBY NR is used.
2 “Ÿ NR” OFF ................. DOLBY NR is not used.
÷Select the Dolby NR mode according to the recording condition of
÷Normal (TYPE ), high (TYPE ), or metal (TYPE ) tape selection is
set automatically.
÷Remove tape slack before loading.
÷Close the door securely.
Displays the selected deck.
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Reverse mode indication
NR
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Displayed when the deck is loaded with a tape.
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 indicators (2 , 3) 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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Transport direction indicators
÷Only the tape transport direction of deck B is shown when the
selected input is other than TAPE.
÷To see the tape transport direction of deck A, press the A/B key to
switch to deck A.
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÷If the tape transport direction is opposite to the desired direction, press
the play key corresponding to this.
Please play back tapes recorded with equalizer etc. without
applying any effect.
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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 ““”.
A tip for use of the tape counter
The tape counter is set to “0000” when a cassette tape is loaded.
By writing down the counter reading in case you want to interrupt recording (playback) in the middle of the tape, the memo
will be helpful as a reference for locating the same position when
continuing the recording (playback) the next time. The tape coun-
ter figure decrements during recording or playback of the back
side (while the 2 tape transport indicator is lit).
To set the tape counter to “0000”, open the cassette holder once.
Then the counter will be reset.
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Searching for the desired music program
The DPSS (Direct Program Search System) is capable of detecting non-recorded spaces of more than 4 seconds as “blanks
between programs” and, based on this information, can return to the beginning of the music program being played or the
beginning of a desired program by skipping up to 16 other programs.
During play in direction 3
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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.
2
(DPSS)
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To play the next program: Press once.
To play the 4th program
after the current program: Press 4 times.
To play the next program: Press once.
To play the 4th program
after the current program: Press 4 times.
2
To return to the beginning
of the current program: Press once.
To play the 4th program
before the current program : Press 5 times.
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Notes
Notes
The DPSS may not function normally with the following kinds of tape.
÷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).
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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.
BAND
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When the BAND key is pressed, this unit will be switched
on automatically.
÷When a key is held depressed, preset stations will be skipped at an
interval of about 0.5 second.
÷Preset stations can also be recalled using the numeric keys of the
remote control unit.
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REV.MODE
DOLBY NR
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Recording
When the equalizer or SRS 3D is applied to the sound, the sound with the applied effect can be recorded .i
When Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby 3 Stereo or DSP mode is selected, cancel it by pressing the STEREO key of the remote control
unit.
Note that this cassette deck cannot record onto Metal tapes.
Note
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1. Load a tape in deck B.
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1 Open the door of deck B.
2Insert a tape.
3Close the door.
÷Differentiation between normal (TYPE ) and
high (TYPE
÷Remove tape slack before loading.
(Except for some areas)
÷When the microphone is not used, set the MIC
VOL. control knob fully counterclockwise to
the minimum position.
) tape is set automatically.
2. Select the tape transport direction.
Check the tape transport direction
indicator.
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To reverse the transport direction
1 Press the play key corresponding to
the desired direction.
2Stop playback (by pressing the &
key).
÷When recording is started, the tape is trans-
ported in the direction selected in this step.
÷Wind the tape to the position where recording
is to be started.
3. Set the recording condition.
1Select the reverse mode.
2Select the DOLBY NR mode.
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Selection of the reverse mode
REV.MODE
Each press switches the modes as follows.
1 “[”... Both sides are played back (recorded), and
then the tape stops.
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.
To pause recording
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.
Selection of DOLBY NR (Noise Reduction)
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.
The input source component to be recorded should be displayed.
1TUNER (Radio)
2 CD
3 TAPE
4 AUX (External input)
(AUX INPUT LEVEL adjustment u)
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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.
5. Start recording.
1Play (or tune) the input source to be
recorded.
2Start recording.
÷Recording stops automatically when the tape
side(s) to be recorded have been fully recorded.
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When recording CD tracks onto a tape, if you leave the cassette
deck in record-pause mode beforehand, the cassette deck recording can be started at the same time as the CD starts to be
played. (Synchro recording function)
PGM key twice to turn it off. (at an interval
of 2 sec. or more)
(random playback)
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Select the RANDOM mode.
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For “ONE DISC RANDOM” playback, select
the disc in advance.
RANDOM
To select another track in the middle of playing one
P.CALL
÷Pressing the 4 key once returns to the beginning of the track
being played.
To repeat random playback
Press the key repeatedly to switch the display.
1 ONE DISC RANDOM.......Random play of one disc
2 ALL RANDOM ................. Random play of all discs
3 RANDOM OFF (Normal playback)
Random play of one discRandom play of all discs
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(ONE DISC RANDOM)
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÷Playback stops after each title has been played once.
÷When the TIME key of the remote control unit is pressed during
playback, the time display appears but it soon returns to the original
display.
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To cancel random playback
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Select “RANDOM REPEAT”.
REPEAT
Press the key repeatedly to switch the
display.
1 REPEAT OFF
2 RANDOM REPEAT
Select “RANDOM OFF”.
RANDOM
R.D.S.
STEREO
TP
NEWS INFO.
PTY
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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.
(Radio Data System) (For U.K., Europe and Russia)
This unit is equipped with the following functions utilizing RDS data:
PTY (Program Type Identification) Search :°
The tuner automatically searches for a station which is currently broadcasting 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.
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.
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To switch the display contents
Pressing the RDS DISP. key changes
the display contents.
RDS DISP.
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.
Use program type table on the right for your convenience.
A To select using the P.CALL (4 ¢)
B To select using the numeric keys
PTY
keys
P.CALL
Select while “PTY” is lit.
The P.CALL (4 ¢) keys can be used to
select one of the 29 program types by displaying them in sequence.
Press and hold the key and release it when
the desired program type appears.
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desired program type directly by selecting
a number between 01 and 28.
PTY
STEREO
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
A 4 ¢ keysBProgram Type NameDisplay
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02Rock MusicROCK M
03*M.O.R. MusicM.O.R. M
04Light ClassicalLIGHT M
05Serious ClassicalCLASSICS
06Other MusicOTHER M
07NewsNEWS
08Current AffairsAFFAIRS
÷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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STEREO
TP
NEWS INFO.
PTY
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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.
The EON data presently being broadcasted are taken in automatically.
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This is not required when auto presetting has already been
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÷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.
(EON)
Select the desired information.
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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
Lights with a station broadcasting traffic announcement programs.
Lights when “INFO.” is selected
÷Please execute automatic presetting when TA, NEWS, and INFO. can
not be selected.
“RDS” and “EON” are lit
R.D.S EON
TP
PTY
NEWS INFO.
STEREO
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÷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.
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÷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) 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.
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.
Note that this cassette deck cannot record onto Metal
Note
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tapes.
Recording only desired titles
If you want to select the track to be recorded while
playing a CD
CD ONE TRACK RECORD
CD RECORD
CD EDIT
CD PGM RECORD
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| Scrolled display
(CD ONE TRACK RECORD)
÷Playback restarts from the beginning of the track being played and
recording starts at the same time.
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To end recording in the middle
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 1 to 4.
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÷Both the cassette deck and CD player stop.
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Recording of an entire CD
Perform the following operation while the CD player is in
stop mode to start recording at the same time as the start
of playback.
When the equalizer or SRS 3D is applied to the
sound, the sound with the applied effect can be recorded.
CD RECORD
CD EDIT
CD PGM RECORD
TAPE DUBBING
(Only when the selected input is TAPE and tapes
are present in both decks A and B)
Select the disc.
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Start recording.
4
Press the ENTER Key.
ENTER
MULTI
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÷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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÷Both the cassette deck and CD player stop.
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Giving preference to the tape length over the title sequence
(CD EDIT)
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 the equalizer or SRS 3D is applied to the
sound, the sound with the applied effect can be recorded.
Recording preparations are required.
Press the DUBBING key.
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DUBBING
Select “CD EDIT” and press the SET key.
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Select a disc and press the SET key.
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MULTI
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MULTI
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SET
SET
When Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby 3 Stereo or DSP mode is selected,
cancel it by pressing the STEREO key of the remote control unit.
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(Steps 1 to 3) (For the reverse mode, select “ p” (two-way recording).)
CD ONE TRACK RECORD (Only during CD playback)
CD RECORD
CD EDIT
CD PGM RECORD
TAPE DUBBING
(Only when the selected input is TAPE and tapes are
present in both decks A and B)
When Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby 3 Stereo or DSP mode is selected,
cancel it by pressing the STEREO key of the remote control unit.
CD ONE TRACK RECORD (Only during CD playback)
CD RECORD
CD EDIT
CD PGM RECORD
TAPE DUBBING
(Only when the selected input is TAPE and tapes are
present in both decks A and B)
Program the desired tracks.
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1Select tracks in the order you want
to play them.
(Perform step 3 on page 32.)
2Check, replace, add or delete the
programmed tracks as required.
(Perform step 4 on page 33.)
Start recording.
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Press the ENTER Key.
ENTER
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To end recording in the middle
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Effective Sound Adjustment
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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.
Adjustment of balance and input level
Balance........... Adjusts the balance of left and right volume.
Input level.......Adjusts the volume of external equipment (video deck etc.) connected to the AUX terminal. Please adjust as
required when the volume from external equipment is too high etc.
Balance adjustment :
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Press the MODE/DEMO key.
1
Select “L/R BALANCE”.
2
1 Select.
Adjust.
3
1 Adjust.
/DEMO
MULTI
CONTROL
MODE
2 Press SET.
SET
MULTI
CONTROL
SRS LEVEL
S.W. (Except for the XD-A700)
L/R BALANCE
| Scrolled display (L/R BALANCE)
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÷When SRS 3D is ON, “SRS LEVEL” (strength of the 3D effect) also is
Adjusts the volume of external equipment (video deck etc.) connected to the AUX terminal. Please adjust as required when the
volume from external equipment is too high etc.
÷Sound is not output at the MIN. position.
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Listening with the desired sound
(equalizer function)
In addition to the 4 kinds of equalizer patterns which have
been preset at the factory, 3 equalizer patterns created
manually by the user can be stored in memory and recalled
any time.
A SOURCE DIRECT mode is provided for pure audio reproduction by defeating the EX.BASS and SRS 3D circuits.
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.
ROCK
POP
CLASSIC
JAZZ
MANUAL EQ1
MANUAL EQ2
MANUAL EQ3
EQ. OFF
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The LOW, MID and HIGH frequency bands
can be adjusted independently by repeating step 3 for each of them.
4Store the pattern in memory.
ENTER
÷Wait until “LEVEL ??” or “ENTER” is dis-
played before pressing the key. (?? = -8 to +8)
÷Each frequency band can be adjusted in the range between -8 and +8.
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Effective Sound Adjustment
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Experiencing SRS 3D
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.
Each press of the key switches SRS 3D on
and off alternately.
2Press the MODE/DEMO key.
3Select “SRS LEVEL”.
1. Select.
(Sound Retrieval System)
SRS 3D
MODE
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MULTI
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S.W. (Except for the XD-A700)
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2. Press SET.
SET
4Adjust the effect strength (level).
1. Adjust.
The level
decreases.
2. Press ENTER.
ENTER
MULTI
CONTROL
The level
increases.
÷SRS 3D ON/OFF switching is not possible during recording.
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Level display
÷Adjustment is possible in the range from -8 to +8.
÷Please set as desired according to the titles being played back etc.
To cancel SRS 3D
SRS 3D
DOLBY PRO LOGIC surround adjustment
When video (LD) software carrying
is played, this mode provides the Dolby Surround effect,
similar to movie theaters.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY”, the double-D symbol and “PRO LOGIC” are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Set the DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode.
1
Setting using the remote control unit:
1Press the MENU key.
MENU
mark
Delay time
This refers to the difference in timing of the sound output from
the surround speakers with respect to that output from the front
speakers. The delay time setting consists of adjusting this difference in time.
If you are operating the main unit, press the LISTEN MODE key
then select by turning the MULTI CONTROL jog dial in place of pressing the “@#” key of the remote control unit.
÷Be sure to adjust from your listening position.
÷When the number of displayed characters exceeds 10, the characters
are first scrolled then stop.
÷To abort setting in the middle, press the MENU key again.
CD PGM (Displayed only when the CD input is selected)
DUBBING (Displayed only when a tape is in deck B)
SOUND
DISPLAY
TIMER
LISTEN MODE (Scrolls then stops.)
MODE
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
DOLBY 3 STEREO
STEREO
DSP
NORMAL ............. When the center speaker is compact-sized
speaker.
WIDEBAND .........When the center speaker is medium- or
large-sized speaker.
PHANTOM...........When the center speaker is not used.
RETURN ...............Returns to step 3.
| Scrolled display (DOLBY PRO LOGIC)
O
D
(Go to next step within 15 sec.)
5Select the delay time.
12
ENTER
÷If you cannot tell whether your center speaker is compact or medium-
size, try two modes and select according to your liking.
15 mS ...... When the listening position is closer to the front
speakers
20 mS ...... When the listening position is located between
the front and surround speakers
30 mS ...... When the listening position is closer to the sur-
round speakers
RETURN ... Returns to step 4.
÷To abort setting in the middle, press the LISTEN MODE key again.
÷When the setting completes, all of the set contents are displayed by
scrolling.
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Adjust the volume balance.
2
1 Generate the test tone.
2Align the speaker volume with the
main speaker volume.
Center speaker
volume
CENTER
To increase
TEST TONE
Surround
speaker volume
To increase
SURROUND
Effective Sound Adjustment
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
÷The test tone which is heard like noise moves between speakers at an
interval of 1.5 sec.
÷The speaker volumes are to be adjusted while listening to the test tone.
The display and test tone output speaker are switched automatically.
In NORMAL and WIDE
BAND mode:
1
TEST L (Left)
2 TEST C (Center)
3 TEST R (Right)
4 TEST S (Surround)
÷ Be sure to adjust from your listening position.
÷ The volume level can be adjusted in steps of 1 dB.
÷ The volume levels can be adjusted in the range from -10 dB to +10 dB.
÷ The center level value is memorized as a common setting with DOLBY
3 STEREO.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC surround playback
Before playing a video (or LD) software program carrying
the
PRO LOGIC surround adjustment”.
Activate the DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode.
1
mark, be sure to complete the “DOLBY
Q
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC
L
T
s
E
T
| Scrolled display (DOLBY PRO LOGIC)
Y
D
N
O
O
L
R
B
M
P
(Center mode display)
A
L
R
O
Play a video software program.
2
Adjust the volume.
3
To decrease
VOLUME
To increase
(Delay time display)
Y
1
5
m
A
L
E
D
÷After several seconds, return is made to the original display.
s
To cancel DOLBY PRO LOGIC surround play
STEREO
Effective Sound Adjustment
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
DOLBY 3 STEREO adjustment
This mode improves the positioning of the acoustic image of words, etc., by applying directivity enhancer processing and
using an additional center speaker when a video software program recorded with ordinary 2-channel stereo is played.
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Activate the DOLBY 3 STEREO mode.
1
1Perform the same operations as step 1 and 2 of the
procedure for “Setting using the remote control unit”
of “DOLBY PRO LOGIC surround adjustment”.
2Select the DOLBY 3 STEREO mode.
1
(Go to next step within 15 sec.)
3Select the center speaker mode.
12
Adjust the volume balance.
2
1Generate the test tone.
2
TEST TONE
Q
SET
ENTER
If you are operating the main unit, press the LISTEN MODE key
then select by turning the MULTI CONTROL jog dial in place of pressing the “@#” key of the remote control unit.
| Scrolled display (DOLBY 3 STEREO)
Y
3
s
B
L
O
D
The center mode display scrolls.
A
L
M
R
O
N
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
DOLBY 3 STEREO
STEREO
DSP
NORMAL ............. When the center speaker is compact-sized
speaker.
WIDEBAND .........When the center speaker is medium- or
large-sized speaker.
RETURN ...............Returns to step 2.
÷If you cannot tell whether your center speaker is compact or medium-
sized, try two modes and select according to your liking.
÷ Be sure to adjust from your listening position.
÷The speaker volumes are to be adjusted while listening to the test tone.
÷The test tone which is heard like noise moves between speakers at an
The display and test tone output speaker are switched automatically.
TEST L (Left)
TEST C (Center)
TEST R (Right)
÷ The center level can be adjusted in steps of 1 dB.
÷ The volume levels can be adjusted in the range from -10 dB to +10 dB.
÷ The center level value is memorized as a common setting with DOLBY
PRO LOGIC surround.
C
-
C
Center level display
H
+
5
DOLBY 3 STEREO play
Before playing a video (or LD) software program carrying the mark, be sure to complete the “DOLBY 3
STEREO adjustment”.
Activate the DOLBY 3 STEREO mode.
1
Press the DOLBY 3 STEREO key of the remote control
unit.
Play a video software program.
2
| Scrolled display (DOLBY 3 STEREO)
Y
3
s
B
L
O
D
| Scrolled display (Center mode display)
A
L
M
R
O
N
T
Adjust the volume.
3
Use the VOLUME keys of the remote control unit.
To cancel DOLBY 3 STEREO play
Press the STEREO key of the remote control unit.
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Effective Sound Adjustment
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
DSP (Digital Signal Processor) playback
The DSP mode uses the digital processing capability of the DSP to create the reverberation components (factors of sound
reflections in a variety of spaces), that determine the feeling of presence, without altering the quality of the music source.
DSP mode
The DSP mode creates the ambiance of a hall, disco or live house from any kind of program source. This mode is particularly effective
when listening to a stereo program source such as a CD, TV and FM broadcasting. Although the DSP mode can create a simulated stereo
surround effect from a monaural source, the proper effect may not be obtained depending on the played software.
If you are operating the main unit, press the LISTEN MODE key
then select by turning the MULTI CONTROL jog dial in place of pressing the “@#” key of the remote control unit.
| Scrolled display (SELECT MODE)
C
T
M
O
E
L
E
s
÷To cancel the listening mode, press the MENU key again.
÷When the number of displayed characters exceeds 10, the characters
are first scrolled then stop.
CD PGM (Displayed only when the CD input is selected)
DUBBING (Displayed only when a tape is in deck B)
SOUND
DISPLAY
TIMER
LISTEN MODE (Scrolls then stops.)
MODE
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
DOLBY 3 STEREO
STEREO
DSP
P
s
D
D
Selected mode is displayed.
O
4
4Select any of the DSP.
12
ENTER
DISCO
HALL
LIVE
RETURN ..... Returns to 3 of 1.
D
To cancel DSP play
Selected mode is displayed.
O
C
s
I
STEREO
Effective Sound Adjustment
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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Enjoying Karaoke
When CDs or tapes with recorded voice and instrument
music are played, it is possible to lower the volume only
for the voice part. You can sing along to the recorded accompaniment as a simplified karaoke operation by connecting a microphone.
After the above steps, you can record your karaoke singing onto a tape. However, note that the karaoke singing
using a tape cannot be recorded onto a tape.
To increase
microphone
volume
÷Set the MIC VOL. control knob to the fully counterclockwise position
when the microphone is not used.
÷The microphone audio cannot be reproduced while the DPSS function
of the cassette deck is in use.
∞
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A
M
8
0
0
A
M
8
4
5
Clock adjustment
This unit incorporates a clock function. Be sure to adjust
the correct time before using the timer function.
The time is displayed only while the power is off.
SLEEP
TIME SET
O.T.T.
PROG. ON/OFF
PROG. 1
PROG. 2
AUTO POWER SAVE
÷The time display starts to blink.
Example: Adjustment to 8:45
AM12ÔAM1ÔAM2...PM1ÔPM2...ÔRETURNÔAM12...
s
C
L
O
C
T
E
A
K
M
1
2
O
0
Enter the figure of minute.
4
1
To decrease
the figure
2Press the ENTER key.
SET
ENTER
MULTI
CONTROL
To increase
the figure
÷The time of the day is represented in 12-hour AM/PM method.
÷Press the SET key. The hour is entered and the minute display starts
to blink.
00Ô01Ô02...59ÔRETURNÔ00Ô01...
÷If you made a mistake, select “RETURN” and press the ENTER key and
restart the entry.
÷To adjust correct time, press the ENTER key at the same moment as
a time announcement.
÷The “- - : - -” display appears 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
Sleep timer (SLEEP)
The power is turned OFF automatically after the specified period has elapsed.
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.
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)
When timer playback starts, the volume increases gradually.
AUTO POWER SAVE
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.
Adjust the clock before setting the timer.
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XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
Adjust the clock before setting the timer.
Sleep timer
Set the number of minutes after which the power is to be turned OFF.
(SLEEP)
1Press the TIMER key.
TIMER
2Select “SLEEP” and press the SET
key.
3Set the time and press the ENTER
key.
MULTI
CONTROL
MULTI
CONTROL
SET
10Ô20Ô30...80Ô90ÔRETURNÔSLEEP OFFÔ10Ô20...
÷The displayed time changes in 10-minute steps. The maximum time
that can be set is 90 minutes.
÷The power is turned OFF automatically after the set time has elapsed.
÷The sleep timer does not operate until O.T.T. operation or program timer
operation has ended.
SLEEP
TIME SET
O.T.T.
PROG. ON/OFF
PROG. 1
PROG. 2
AUTO POWER SAVE
P
T
E
E
L
s
E
E
L
s
I
P
Y
M
E
9
0
SLEEP
To cancel
ENTER
Operate easy To use Timer
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.
1 Select the desired source and adjust
the volume.
2Press the TIMER key.
(Operate easy To use Timer : O.T.T.)
Turn the unit off or select “SLEEP OFF” and press the
ENTER key.
The program timer does not operate until O.T.T. operation
has ended.
At the time of tape playback by timer operation, the B deck
has priority.
SLEEP
TIME SET
O.T.T.
PROG. ON/OFF
PROG. 1
PROG. 2
AUTO POWER SAVE
÷The ON time can be set in steps of 5 minutes.
O
T
T
A
M
7
O
0
O.T.T.
To cancel
If you are in the middle of time setting, press the TIMER
key.
If the O.T.T. operation has already been started, turn the
unit off.
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Adjust the clock before setting the timer.
Timer operation
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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.
Insert a disc.
(Program playback is not
possible.)
Select the disc to be played
(1, 2 or 3).
UP
VOLUME
CONTROL
÷If you made a mistake during timer setting:
Select “RETURN” in the time setting or selection item and press the
SET or ENTER key. (This makes it possible to the previous step so the
current step can be restarted.)
÷To listen to tape
Set a tape into deck B.
A
The B deck has priority at
the time of timer playback.
÷Playing the auxiliary input
source
Make timer setting of
the component connected to the AUX jacks.
Y
÷For recording
Make preparations for record-
ing.
•
÷When the timer function is used for timer recording of an input source,
DOWN
Press the TIMER key.
3
TIMER
Select a program No. and press the SET key.
4
MULTI
CONTROL
SET
÷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.
Enter the ON time.
5
MULTI
1
The time
is returned.
CONTROL
2
SET
The time
is advanced.
the speakers do not output the audio even after the unit is turned on by
the timer.
SLEEP
TIME SET
O.T.T.
PROG. ON/OFF
PROG.1 ...... Program 1
PROG.2 ...... Program 2
AUTO POWER SAVE
÷After entering the figure of “hour” with the procedure in 1 and 2,
enter the figure of “minute” using the same procedure.
A
P
M
R
7
O
O
G
0
1
PROG.
1
Adjust the clock before setting the timer.
Enter the OFF time.
6
1
The time is
returned.
2
Make the desired reservation.
7
SET
MULTI
CONTROL
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.
For timer playback or AI timer playbackFor timer recording
A
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
M
8
O
Timer operation
0
PROG.
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1
1Select the mode.
MULTI
CONTROL
SET
2Select the input source.
MULTI
CONTROL
ENTER
3Select the broadcast station (only when TUNER is selected above).
MULTI
CONTROL
Select “TIMER PLAY” or “AI PLAY”.
TIMER PLAYTimer play
TIMER REC
AI PLAYTimer play with gradually in-
÷The selected contents of the timer programming will be displayed in
sequence.
(ON TIME = OFF TIME = Mode = Input source = Preset channel)
The reservation contents cannot be cleared. The contents are
cleared only when they are changed.
Note
Note
SLEEP
TIME SET
O.T.T.
PROG. ON/OFF
PROG. 1
PROG. 2
AUTO POWER SAVE
PROG.1
PROG.2
PROG.1 / 2
PROG. OFF
| Scrolled display (PROG. ON/OFF)
O
N
P
R
O
G
/
O
To set the same timer program again
1Press the TIMER key.
TIMER
2Select “PROG. ON/OFF” and press
the SET key.
MULTI
CONTROL
SET
3Select the program to be set and
press the ENTER key.
MULTI
CONTROL
ENTER
÷The reservation contents are held in memory.
SLEEP
TIME SET
O.T.T.
PROG. ON/OFF
PROG. 1
PROG. 2
AUTO POWER SAVE
PROG.1 ..........Program 1 operates.
PROG.2 ..........Program 2 operates.
PROG.1 / 2 .... Programs 1 and 2 operate.
PROG. OFF .... No program operates.
÷Also prepare the disc or tape and adjust the listening volume.
| Scrolled display (PROG. ON/OFF)
O
N
P
R
O
G
/
O
Important Items
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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XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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
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.
Note related to transportation and movement
(CD player)
Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the following
operations.
1. Turn the power ON but do not load a disc.
2. Press the 6 key.
3. Wait a few seconds, and ensure that the display is as shown
below.
O
D
I
s
N
D
C
3
12
4. Wait for a few seconds then turn power off.
C
In regardto 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.
Caution on condensation
Condensation (of dew) may occur inside the unit when there is a
great difference in temperature between this unit and the outside.
This unit may not function properly if condensation occurs. In this
case, leave the unit for a few hours with the power left ON, and
restart the poeration after the condensation has dride up.
Be specially cautious against condensatin in a following
circumsatance:
When this unit is carried from a place to another across a large
difference in temperature, when the humidity in the room where
this unit is installed increases, etc.
Memory backup function
Stored contents which are
cleared immediately when
power plug is unplugged from
power outlet
Stored contents which are
cleared in at least a day after
power plug is unplugged from
power outlet
Clock display
Amplifier
POWER status (ON or OFF)
Input selection
Volume control value
Balance level
Equalizer’s manual memory created by the user
SRS 3D level
Tuner unit
Receiving band
Frequency
Preset stations
Program timer setting contents
When your unit needs to be repaired, bring the entire set (Speakers
excluded) to your dealer.
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In case of difficulty
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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.
÷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.
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 COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE TAPES OR DISC SHOULD CONTACT THE
MECHANICAL COPYRIGHT PROTECTION SOCIETY LIMITED OR
THE PERFORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY LIMITED.
÷Fully turn the MIC VOL. control knob to the
left.
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 “Caution on condensation” and
remove the condensation by evaporation.
÷Place a disc in the CD player.
÷Press the play 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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)
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)
5
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Specifications (XD-951/XD-A900)
Main unit
[ Amplifier section ]
Rated output power during STEREO operation
(U.S.A. and Canada)
100 watts per channel minimum RMS, both channels driven, at
6 Ω form 14 Hz to 14 kHz with no more than 0.9 % total harmonic
distortion. (FTC)
(Europe, U.K. and Russia)
(DIN) 1 kHz, 0.7 % T.H.D., 6 Ω
Two channels driven ........................................... 100 W + 100 W
(Other countories)
1 kHz, 1.0 % T.H.D., 6 Ω
Two channels driven ........................................... 115 W + 115 W
Effective output power during STEREO operation
(Except for U.S.A. and Canada)
FRONT (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 6 Ω ) ...........................135 W + 135 W
Effective output power during SURROUND operation
(Except for U.S.A. and Canada)
FRONT (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 6 Ω )
One channel driven ............................................. 100 W + 100 W
SUB WOOFER (60 Hz, 10 % T.H.D., 12 Ω // 12 Ω)
One channel driven ............................................. 100 W + 100 W
CENTER (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 6 Ω )
One channel driven ........................................................... 100 W
SURROUND (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 12 Ω // 12 Ω)
One channel driven ............................................. 100 W + 100 W
Signal to noise ratio
AUX ........................................................................................ 90 dB
Input sensitivity / impedance
AUX ........................................................................ 270 mV / 47 kΩ
MIC 1, 2 (Except for some arears) ........................ 1.6 mV / 22 kΩ
Output level / impedance
AUX (Except for U.S.A. and Canada) ........................ 1.2 V / 1 kΩ
[ Tuner section ]
FM tuner section
Tuning frequency range .................................. 87.5 MHz ~ 108 MHz
This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed below. Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on
the country and sales area.
XD-951
XD-A900
XD-A700
!
SUPER
WOOFER
PRE OUT
YES
(
S.W.
LEVEL
YES
YES
!
AUX
OUT
YES
!
DIGITAL
OUT
YES
T
MIC 1,2 / VOL.
YES (Except for
Europe, U.K.
and Russia)
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
(supplied)
CRS-N851
CRS-N851
CRS-N551
(For U.S.A. ,
Canada , Europe
and Russia)
CRS-N851
(For Austraria)
‡°‚
R.D.S. EON
YES (Europe,
U.K. and Russia)
YES (Europe,
U.K. and Russia)
YES (Europe,
U.K. and Russia)
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.
ModelSerial Number
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