Kenwood KC-209 User manual

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STEREO CONTROL AMPLIFIER
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
60-0015-00 Csi (K,P,M,X,Y)(A)

Introduction
i A BR NE a
Your choice of this product indicates that you are a devotee
to excellence in sound reproduction.
We appreciate your patronage and take pride in the long tradi-
tion of quality components that our company represents.
So that you can get the most out of your unit, we suggest that
you take the time to read through this manual before you hook
up and operate your system. This will acquaint you with oper-
ating features and system-connection considerations so that
your listening pleasure will be enhanced right from the start.
You will notice that in all aspects of planning, engineering,
styling, operating convenience and adaptability we have sought
to anticipate your needs and desires.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
For your records
Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in
the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space
provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers
whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service
on this product.
Model _:téCSpriasl Number
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 immedi-
ately. If your unit was shipped to you directly, notify the ship-
ping company without delay. Only the consignee (the person
or company receiving the unit) can file a claim against the car-
rier for shipping damage.
We recommend that you retain the original carton and pack-
ing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in
the future.
Contents
Introduction
Z\ Before applying power
ZA\ Safety precautions
ZX IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Controls and indicators
System connections
System control operation
Operating instructions
Basic operation
Operations using CD DIRECT key
To record program source
Dubbing from tape deck 2 to tape deck 1
Graphic equalizer
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Accessories
Remote control unit ww. 1 AC plug adaptor oe 1
(except for some areas)
For the unit with a European AC
plug in areas other than Europe.
Caution: Read the pages marked A carefully to ensure safe operation.
How to apply the equalizer effect to
the sound
How to store the graphic equalizer patterns
Display window
Functions of the graphic equalizer
Remote control operation
Names and operation of controls
Original function of keys
To program the remote control functions
of other remote control units into the RC-120 ...
In case of difficulty
Specifications

A\Caution:
Read
this
page
carefully
to
ensure
safe
operation.
Before applying power
For the U.S.A. and Canada
Important!
Units shipped to the U.S.A. and Canada are designed for opera-
tion on 120 volts AC only.
Safety precaution for a Polarized AC plug
However, some products may be supplied with a non-polarized
plug.
CAUTION:
To
PREVENT
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO
NOT
USE
THIS
(POLARIZED)
PLUG
WITH
AN
EXTENSION
CORD,
RECEPTACLE
OR
OTHER
OUTLET
UNLESS
THE
BLADES
CAN
BE
FULLY
INSERTED
TO
PREVENT
BLADE
EXPOSURE.
For the United Kingdom
Important!
Units shipped to the U.K. are designed for operation on
240 volts AC only.
The mains plug must be removed from the wall socket prior
to any internal examination.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
BUG coaccvtenetsoveasadovemagd daenaand cet Neutral
BROW caxcevtnad iezeta siete sadeges increes Live
The wires in this mains lead must be connected to the termi-
nals in the plug as follows:
Wire colour Plug terminal marking
BIUGe Seo dalnouessciuenecapetie ten tane oa ees N or Black
BOW! Ao chcdausardetetonssaeencresets coupes L or Red
(> Brown to
Live
Blue to L
Neutral w )
Plug
Notes:
1.
If
a
13-amp
plug
is
used,
this
must
be
fitted
with
a
5-amp
fuse.
2. If a 3-pin plug with earthing contact is used, no wire must
be connected to the E terminal.
For Australia and Europe
[ Important!
Units shipped to Australia are designed for operation on 240 V
AC only.
Units shipped to Europe are designed for operation on 220 V
AC only.
For other countries
Important!
Units shipped to countries other than the above countries are
equipped with an AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel.
Refer to the following paragraph for the proper setting of this
switch.
AC voltage selection
This unit operates on 110-120 or 220-240 volts AC. The AC
voltage selector switch Type A or Type B on the rear panel is
set to the voltage that prevails in the area to which the unit
is shipped. Before connecting the power cord to your AC out-
let, make sure that the setting position of this switch matches
your line voltage. If not, it must be set to your voltage in ac-
cordance with the following direction.
Note:
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line
voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage selector
switch.
AC voltage selector switch
Type A east cece!
HE Ill
AC110-
420V ~ AC220V~ AC240V ~
Type B
—
LM
AC110V- <@ ® AC220V-
120V ~ 240V ~
Move switch lever to match your line voltage with
a small screwdriver or other pointed tool.
Safety precautions
WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
SHOCK
HAZARD,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SER-
VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE
LIGHTNING
FLASH
WITH
ARROWHEAD
SYMBOL,
WITHIN
AN
EQUILATERAL
TRIANGLE,
IS
INTENDED
TO
ALERT
THE
USER
TO
THE
PRESENCE
OF
UNINSULATED
‘DANGEROUS
VOL-
TAGE’’
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)
IN-
STRUCTIONS
IN
THE
LITERATURE
ACCOMPANYING
THE
APPLIANCE.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
A\ Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure
safe operation.
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions
before operating this unit. For best results, follow all
warnings placed on the unit and adhere to the operat-
ing and use instructions. These safety and operating in-
structions should be retained for future reference.
1. Power sources — The unit should be connected
to a power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
2.Power-cord protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, pay particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the unit.
Never pull or stretch
the cord.
3.Grounding or polarization — The precautions
should be taken so that the grounding or polariza-
tion means of this unit is not defeated.
4. Ventilation — The unit should be situated so that
its location or position does not interfere with its
proper ventilation.
To maintain good ventilation, do not put records or
a table-cloth on the unit. Place the unit at least
10 cm away from the walls.
Do not use the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or similar
surface that may block the ventilation openings.
5.Water and moisture — The unit should not be
used near water — for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet base-
ment, or near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Temperature — The unit may not function pro-
perly if used at extremely low, or freezing tempera-
tures. The ideal ambient temperature is above +5°C
(41°F).
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7.Heat — The unit should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other units (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
8. Electric shock — Care should be taken so that ob-
jects do not fall and liquid is not spilled into the en-
closure through openings. If a metal object, such as
a hair pin or a needle, comes into contact with the
inside of this unit, a dangerous electric shock may
result. For families with children, never permit chil-
dren to put anything, especially metal, inside this
unit.
9.Enclosure removal — Never remove the en-
closure. If the internal parts are touched accidentally,
a serious electric shock might occur.
10. Magnetic fields — Keep the unit away from
sources of magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker
systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized
objects.
11. Cleaning — Do not use volatile solvents such as
alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or benzine, etc. to
clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.

12
13
.Carts and stands — An appliance and cart com-
bination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
\W~S at
-Nonuse periods — The power cord of the unit
should be unplugged from the outlet when left un-
used for a long period of time.
14. Abnormal smell — If an abnormal smell or smoke
15
is detected, immediately turn the power OFF and pull
out the power cord. Contact your dealer or nearest
service
center.
POWER
OFF!
Damage requiring service — The unit should be
serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into
the unit; or
C. The unit has been exposed to rain: or
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
16. Servicing — The user should not attempt to ser-
17.
Notes:
Item 3 is not required except for grounded or polarized equipment.
1.
vice the unit beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred
to qualified service personnel.
Outdoor antenna grounding — If an outside an-
tenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the an-
tenna system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built up static
charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/ NFPA No. 70—1984, provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding con-
A Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure
safe operation.
ductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connec-
tion to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See Figure.
POWER LINES
STANDOFF b
INSULATORS
SERVICE
ENTRANCE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
LEAD-IN WIRE
TO EXTERNAL ANTENNA
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING TERMINALS OF PRODUCT
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
{e.g. interior mete! water pipe)
BONDING JUMPER? GROUND CLAMP
OPTIONAL ANTENNA GROUNDING ELECTRODE
DRIVEN 8 FEET (2.44 m) INTO THE EARTH
if REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES. SEE NEC
SECTION 810-21(1).
FIGURE
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO
THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS
CONTAINED IN ARTICLE 810 — ‘‘RADIO AND
TELEVISION EQUIPMENT”’
® Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mm?) copper, No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm?) aluminum,
No. 17 AWG (1.0 mm?) copper-clad steel or bronze wire, or larger, as
a ground wire.
> Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off in-
sulators spaced from 4 — 6 feet (1.22 — 1.83 m) apart.
* Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead-in enters
house.
2 Use jumper wire not smaller than No. 6 AWG (13.3 mm?) copper, or
the equivalent, when a separate antenna-grounding electrode is used.
See NEC Section 810-21{j).
18. Power lines — An outdoor antenna should be lo-
cated away from power lines.
19. AC outlets — Do not connect other audio equip-
ment with a power consumption larger than that
specified to the AC outlet on the rear panel. Never
connect other electrical units, such as an iron or
toaster, to it to prevent fire or electric shock.
The maximum capacities indicated for the AC out-
lets on the rear panel of this unit are as follows.
For the U.S.A. and Canada
SWITCHED outlet; 680 W (Total)
For other countries
SWITCHED outlet; 420 W
2. Item 17 and 18 are not required except for units provided with antenna terminals.
3.
Item 17 complies with UL-1270 in the U.S.A.
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Controls and indicators
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER level control keys
POWER STAND BY
indicator
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Infrared remote control sensor
CD DIRECT key
/indicator
See page 11.
LOUDNESS switch
Compensates for the bass
in low-volume listening.
VOLUME CONTROL
with point indicator
VOLUME [CONTROL
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER (
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POWER TAPEE (MONITOR) TAPE! VIGEOe VIDEO} (AUX) TUNER PHONO
BALANCE
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ENTER ON/OEEEAT
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POWER Key TAPE MONITOR key
(TAPE 2)
EQ. REC key P
Activates recording | MEMORY key
of sound processed | Used to preset equalizer
by the graphic — patterns.
equalizer. |
ENTER key
| Enters the equalizer
, pattern to be preset.
Input select keys
BALANCE control
CALL key
Recalls five types of preset
equalizer patterns. |
ON/DEFEAT key
Switches the graphic
equalizer ON/OFF.
DISPLAY key =
Display window
EQUALIZER indicator
MUTING indicator
EQ. REC indicator
Input mode/equalizer
Graphic equalizer/ channel display
Spectrum analyzer
display
EQ. MEMORY indicator
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TAPE 2 MONITOR indicator
REMOTE indicator
STAND BY mode of POWER key
When the power cord of this system is plugged into
an AC outlet, the STAND BY indicator lights up
regardless of the ON/OFF setting of the POWER key.
This indicates that a small amount of current is being
supplied to the unit to back up the memory contents.
This mode is referred to as the STAND BY mode.
While the STAND BY indicator is lit, the power of the
system can be switched ON/OFF from the remote
control unit.

System connections
Make connection as shown in the diagram below. When connecting the related system components,
refer also to the instruction manuals of the related components.
Do not plug in the power lead until all connections are completed.
Turntable Tuner Tape deck 1
LINE IN——LINE QUT:
al
AC outlets
Refer to page 8.
=
To AC outlet
ACND~ 120/P20—200V~
SWITCHED TOTAL ew Max
ACHIO~10V~ = ACz0-2uNv—
tor switch
(Except for some
areas.)
SYSTEM
CONTROL
Control amplifier KC-209
LINE INLINE OUT
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Audio cable (supplied)
CD player
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To AC
outlet
ACIO~ jere0-200V~
UNSWITCHED TOTAL ImW MAX.
(MPEDANCE SELECTOR
LESS THAN
ac
8a
OR MORE
om)
Power amplifier KM-209
AUDIO OUT
# Ground
For maximum safety and minimum interference, connect
the GND terminal to a good earth ground if practicable.
, A A good earth ground is a cold water pipe or a metal stake
© ©) driven into moist earth. However, never use a gas pipe for
PAUSE yeeO " wi —auc10 GUT . this purpose.
\ Notes: — — $$
1. To prevent possible problems, always disconnect the
power plug or turn off the POWER switch of the power
amplifier before connecting or disconnecting the audio
cables.
Video cassette recorder 2. When connecting the audio cables, always insert the pin
plugs correctly into the connecting jacks.
e Insufficient insertion may result in no-sound problems
or generation of noise.
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AC voltage selec-

System control operation
Connection
Using the system control cords provided with KENWOOD system component models, make
connections as shown below.
(For connections of the audio cords, refer to the “System connections” diagram.)
Turntable
AC outlets
for Australia
for other countries
Power amplifier
System control cord ———~
Control! amplifier
Connect to the
"UNSWITCHED’
outlet.
Tuner
ANTEMWA output sg)
fT ANTENNA o© os
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et i “8 ma
To a wall
AC outlet
Tapedeck
CD player
Note:
Do not connect the system control cord to the tape deck connected to the TAPE 2 jacks.
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Operation
By connecting this unit to other KENWOOD system
components equipped with SYSTEM CONTROL ter-
minals, such as a tuner, tape deck, CD player and/or
turntable, the following convenient operations will be
available.
1. Automatic play operation
When starting play with the turntable, tape deck, or CD
player connected to this unit, press the desired input
selector keys on the amplifier. The turntable, tape deck,
or CD player will automatically enter play mode.
In the same way, pressing the Play key of the turntable,
tape deck, or CD player will automatically switch the
input selector on the amplifier to the component on
which the Play key is pressed.
2. Synchro recording
To record the sound from the CD player or turntable
onto a tape with the tape deck, press the CD or PHONO
of the input selector keys and load a CD or record. Set
the tape deck to rec pause mode, then press the Play
(START) key of the CD player or turntable. The tape deck
will start recording automatically, synchronized with the
CD player or turntable starting play.
For more details, refer to the instruction manual of the
tape deck.
3. Remote control
When the amplifier, tuner, tape deck, CD player, and
turntable are connected via the system control cords,
these components can be controlled from the remote
control unit supplied with this unit.
poe Foe
e Be sure to insert the system control cord plugs fully
into the SYSTEM CONTROL terminals.
Notes:
m™ Connection of the audio cords and
system control cord
Make sure that the right and left audio cords are connected
correctly as in the figure.
If the system control cord and audio cords are not
connected properly, the automatic system governing re-
mote control and system functions will not operate.
1. System control operation of the unit connected to the
TAPE 2 jacks cannot be carried out.
2. For connections of the audio cords, refer to the “System
connections” diagram.
e If the system contro! cords, audio cords and ground
lead cord are not connected properly, the automatic
system governing remote control and system func-
tions will not operate.
3. If the components connected to this unit are not KEN-
WOOD system components, do not connect anything to
the SYSTEM CONTROL terminals.
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Operating instructions
POWER STAND BY indicator
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MUTING indicator
VOLUME CONTROL
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GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
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(Hz) 60 160 400 1k 2ak Bk 15k (Hz)
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POWER
Power
STAND GY
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: LOUONESS
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B mM M ka
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VIOEDI (AUX) TUNER
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PHONO:
MEMORY CALL
BALANCE
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ENTER..ON/QEFEAT
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CENTER
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POWER key TAPE MONITOR key (TAPE 2)
The selected input source is displayed.
At
PON bef
VIDEGe VIDEO) (AUX)
TUNER PHONO
To mute the sound temporarily
Press the MUTE key, on the remote
control unit.
e The MUTING indicator blinks, and the output is
muted.
e When the MUTE key is pressed again, the MUT-
ING indicator disappears and the previous output
level is resumed.
The muting indicator also blinks (for approx. 5
seconds) when the muting function is engaged
immediately after the power turned ON.
TAPE 2 is played in priority while the TAPE 2 indicator is lit.
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input select keys BALANCE control VOLUME CONTROL
with point indicator
@ Basic operation
1. Press the POWER key to ON.
e The display lights and the unit becomes operative.
e Pressing the key again switches the power OFF.
e@ When the components are connected as shown on
page 8, all of them can be switched ON/OFF by this
POWER key.
. Press one of the input select keys to select the
input source to be played.
e {f the system control cord has been connected to the
selected source component, it starts play due to the
Automatic Play operation feature.
With the Automatic Play operation feature, when
one of the source components is started to be played,
the corresponding input selector is automatically
switched to the source.
e The selected input source is shown on the display.
. If automatic play operation using the system con-
trol cords has not been set, start playing the source
component selected.
. Adjust the output level with the VOLUME CON-
TROL knob.
e@ When one of the VOLUME CONTROL keys on the
remote control unit is pressed, the VOLUME indica-
tor blinks and the VOLUME CONTROL knob is
rotated.
. Adjust the balance of the left and right output
levels with the BALANCE control.
. Adjust the tone referring to the description in the
"Graphic equalizer” section.
e@ The graphic equalizer effect can be switched
ON/OFF by pressing the ON/DEFEAT key.
Notes: ——_____$$$_ FFF
1. The CD DIRECT key should usually be set to OFF (with
the indicator not lit).
The setting of the input select key is backed up for a few
days even when the POWER plug is disconnected.
After this period, the TUNER is automatically selected
when the power is supplied.
. When the TAPE 2 key is set to ON, the program source
selected with input select key cannot be heard from the
speakers. To listen to the program source other than tape
deck 2, be sure to set the TAPE 2 key to OFF.
2.

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CD DIRECT key
VOLUME CONTROL
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GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
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(Hz) 60 160 400 1k 284k 6k 15k (Hz)
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LOUDNESS
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POWER [TAPER (MONITOR) TAPE? VIDEO2 VIDEOI(AUX) TUNER PHONO
BALANCE
MEMORY CALL
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CENTER
‘ON/BTAND BY
TAPE MONITOR key (TAPE 2)
TAPE 1 key
EQ. REC key
@ Operations using CD DIRECT key
To enjoy the high sound quality of CD with more
fidelity:
1. Press the CD DIRECT key.
I ke The indicator lights.
CD DIRECT
2. Play the CD player.
e The CD DIRECT key is given priority over the setting
of the input select keys.
e The graphic equalizer cannot be used while the CD
DIRECT key is ON.
e To cancel the CD DIRECT input, press the CD
DIRECT key again or press one of the input select
keys (except CD and TAPE 2 keys). The input will be
switched to the source indicated on the display.
To listen to the CD direct sound while recording
another source:
1. Press the input select key of the source to be
recorded.
e The selected input source name is shown on the
display.
2. Play the source to be recorded, and record it on the
tape deck connected to the TAPE 1 jacks.
@ When the EQ. REC key is pressed, sound to which
the graphic equalizer effect is applied can be
recorded.
3. Press the CD DIRECT key.
4. Play the CD player.
Note:
This function is available only when the components are
connected via the system control connection.
Input select keys
™@ To record program source
1. Select the program source to be recorded with the
input select keys (TUNER, CD, PHONO, VIDEO 1
{AUX], VIDEO 2).
2. Play the program source.
3. Set tape deck 1 and/or tape deck 2 to record mode.
4. To equalize the recording sound, press the EQ. REC
key and adjust the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER controls.
Note:
______
>
es
Sound
processed
by
the
equalizer
sound
can
only
be
re-
corded
with
tape
deck
1.
m@ Dubbing from tape deck 2 to tape
deck 1
1. Press TAPE 2 key and an input select key other
than TAPE 1.
2. Set tape deck 2 to play and tape deck 1 to record.
3. To equalizer the recording sound, press the EQ.
REC key and adjust the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
controls.
Notes:
1. Do not press the TAPE 1 input select key during dubbing.
2. To listen to the equalized recording sound, press the
ON/DEFEAT key.
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Operating instructions
Graphic equalizer
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
OoAnooeooca.
(Hz) 60 400 1k 2.4 6k 15k (Hz)
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POWER
MEMORY CALL
EQ. REC DISPLAY
OO
ENTER ON/DEFEAT
ON/STAND BY
@ How to apply the equalizer effect to
the sound
1. Press the ON/DEFEAT key.
e The EQUALIZER indicator lights up.
2. By pressing each of the 7-band equalizer fevel
control keys, create the equalizer pattern which
provides the desired tone.
e Pressing the upper segment of an equalizer level
control key increases the level of the frequency band
in +2 dB increments up to + 12 dB.
e Pressing the lower segment of an equalizer level
control key decreases the level of the frequency in
—2 dB decrements down to —12 dB.
e For reference in creating desired tones, read “Func-
tions of the Graphic Equalizer” and "Sound equaliza-
tion” sections on page 13.
e |fup to 5 equalizer patterns have already been preset
inthe memory, they can be recalled in sequence by
pressing the CALL key.
Spectrum analyzer display
Peak hold level
: (Cowan
Signal levels of frequency bands
e The levels vary according to the input signal.
Graphic equalizer display
When the CALL key is pressed, the
recalled preset channel No. is
displayed for a few seconds.
Equalizer pattern
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EQUALIZER
indicator
Graphic equalizer/
spectrum analyzer
display EQ. REC
indicator
EQ. MEMORY
indicator
Input mode/equalizer
channel display
@ How to store the graphic equalizer
patterns
This unit allows you to store up to 5 equalizer patterns in
memory for instant recall.
1. Press the DISPLAY key to set the display to the
graphic equalizer mode.
2. Adjust the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER level control
keys to obtain the desired equalizer pattern.
3. Press the MEMORY key. The MEMORY indicator
lights up in the display.
4. Within approx. 5 seconds after pressing the MEM-
ORY key, press the CALL key to select the desired
equalizer channel (EQ-1 to EQ-5) in which you want
to store the equalized pattern.
5. Press the ENTER key to store the equalized pattern
in memory.
6. To recall a preset equalizer pattern which has
already been stored, press the CALL key.
# Display window
Spectrum analyzer display:
To display, press the DISPLAY key to change the display
to the spectrum analyzer mode.
It displays the output level for each frequency of the
program source signal selected by the input selector keys.
Graphic equalizer display:
Press the DISPLAY key to change the display to the graphic
equalizer mode.
Even while the spectrum analyzer display mode is acti-
vated, the display enters the graphic equalizer mode for
approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:
1. When the POWER key is turned ON.
2. When any of the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER level
control keys is pressed.
3. When the MEMORY key is pressed.
4. When the CALL key is pressed.
In these cases, the spectrum analyzer display will
resume approx. 5 seconds later.

@ Functions of the graphic equalizer
fo :
Va Flat
Bass
Treble
Bass
Treble
Original,
or
ideal,
speaker
Actual
sound
reaching
the
sound
listener
Compensation for the audio characteristics of
the listening room
The listening room may contain several objects.Some of
them reflect sound and some absorb sound, thus the sound
reaching your ears is considerably affected by these objects.
In such cases, the graphic equalizer can be used to adjust
the frequency response of the room for a flat response from
low to high frequencies.
@ Low frequencies are absorbed by beds, chairs, etc.
@ High frequencies are absorbed by curtains, screens, etc.
@ The room structure can cause the low frequencies to be
unclear, or the sound level to increase or decrease de-
pending on the frequency.
Adjustment of sound to your individual taste
When the reproduced sound contains several musical in-
struments and voices, the graphic equalizer allows you to
enhance or attenuate the sound of specific instruments or
voices.
Sound equalization
© Super bass range (60 Hz)
When this control is moved up, the bass instrument (dou-
ble
bass,
bass
drums,
or
pipe
organ,
etc.)
sound
is
in-
creased.
When the super bass sound is boomy, move this con-
trol down,
®@ Bass range (150 Hz)
Usually,
the
listening
room
resonance
frequency
is
in
this
range.
To eliminate bass resonance, move this control down
® Mid-bass range (400 Hz)
This range is the basis of music. Whether the sound is
rich or not, depends on this range. When the playback
sound is not so good, move this control up.
@ Mid range (1 kHz)
When this control is moved up or down, the baritone
or soprano voice is emphasized/de-emphasized. This
range is related to the ‘‘presence’’ of music.
® Mid-high range (2.4 kHz)
This range is related to stimulous and metallic sound.
When this range is well compensated, vivid sound can
be obtained.
®@ High range (6 kHz)
This frequency range is related to the hardness of the
sound. When this control is moved up, strings or brass
instruments, such as flutes or piccolos, are emphasized.
When the control is moved down, the sound will be more
soothing.
@ Super high range (15 kHz)
This frequency range is related to the details of the music.
When this control is moved up, super high frequency
instruments, such as triangles or cymbals, are empha-
sized, resulting in wide sound and echoes.
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Remote control operation
@ Loading batteries into the remote con-
trol unit
1. Remove the battery cover.
While gently pressing the battery cover located on the
rear of the remote control unit, open it in the direction
of the arrow.
s
OO
2. Insert four RO3 size batteries. Take care to respect
the battery polarity (+, —).
Note;
———_______
The
batteries
provide
are
to
be
used
for
checking
the
remote
control
operations.
Their
service
life
may
be
short.
@ Battery replacement
1. If the TRANSMIT indicator will not light up when
an operation key is pressed, the batteries may be
exhausted. In this case, replace them with new
batteries. It is recommended to use alkaline batter-
ies (LRO3) with long life.
2. The programmed contents are not immediately lost
when the batteries are removed for replacement.
However, they could be lost if the unit is left
without batteries for more than 3 minutes.
In such a case, the programming should be per-
formed again. The function signals of the non-
learning, or fixed, keys are not lost even in this
case.
Note; ————______ SSF
Avoid using old and new batteries together, as this may
cause corrosion.
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@ Operation
1. Connect the power plug of the amplifier to an AC
outlet.
e This enters the amplifier to power standby mode.
2. Press the POWER key on the remote control unit
or the POWER key on the amplifier.
e This unit enters the amplifier to power ON mode.
3. Operate with the keys of the remote control unit.
e After pressing one of the operation keys, when the
next operation is required, press the next operation
key firmly after an approx. 1 second interval.
if the next operation key is pressed immediately after
the previous key, misoperation may result.
@ Usable range of the remote control
unit
The usable range of the remote control unit may differ
with temperature, humidity, or operating conditions.
However, it is defined approximately as shown in the
figure below:
For controlling the amplifier, TV and VCR
emote control sensor
of the amplifier, TV or VCR
6m
The signal transmission system
used by this remote control unit is
the infrared control system.
Note:
Malfunction may occur in case direct sunlight or the light
of a high frequency lighting fluorescent lamp enters the
remote control light recepter. In such a case, change the
installation position of the unit so that the malfunction does
not occur.

The remote control unit (RC-120) is capable of the remote control of this unit as well as other
KENWOOD system components connected to this unit via system control cords, KENWOOD *VCR
and *TV. In addition, it is also possible to program the remote-controllable functions of other A/V
components in the memory of RC-120, making it a multi-purpose remote controller for the whole of
your system.
Names and operation of controls
TRANSMIT indicator
Blinks when a remote control
signal is transmitted.
LEARN indicator
LEARN/USE select Mode switch
switch TAPE/VIDEO
Set to the USE position Ee
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Numeric keys
ie TUNER keys
PHONO keys
I SURROUND keys
(AUX)
TUNER VIDEO 2 DELAY TIME keys
Input select keys CJC)
TAPE 1 VIDEO 3]} CENTER LEVEL
mean vever Ceo [—— VOLUME CONTROL keys
POWER MUTE
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AUDIO TV VIDEO
KENWOOD
UNIVERSAL PROGRAMMABLE
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ;
*IMPORTANT:
This option may not be available
in some areas. For details on
options, consult your dealer.
RC-120
m@ Remote control operation
1. The whole of the keys can be used in three ways (three sides) by selecting the mode switch position. The
AUDIO and VIDEO sides contains the initial programming of KENWOOD-original remote-control codes. (Please
refer to “Original function of keys” on page 16.)
VIDEO e AUDIO position: For the remote control of KENWOOD system components and KENWOOD TV.
AUDIO... AUX @ VIDEO position: For the remote control of KENWOOD VCR, KENWOOD TV and part of
KENWOOD system components.
Mode
switch
@
AUX
position
:
All
keys
are
available,
that
is,
able
to
store
the
programming
of
other
remote
control functions.
2. The remote control functions of other A/V components can also be programmed under the keys on the AUDIO
and VIDEO sides as well as on the AUX side. However, when any information is programmed under a key
on the AUDIO or VIDEO side, the original function pre-programmed under that key becomes unavailable.
3. For the programming method, please refer to page 19.
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Remote control operation
@ Original function of keys
Set to the USE position.
TRANSMIT
TAPE/ VIDEO. @
LEARN/USE select switch ang Mode switch
unio), Set to the AUDIO
ian or VIDEO.
If any of the following KENWOOD component mod-
els is used, this remote control unit cannot be used
to control the CD manual search function or to make
entries with the numeric keys (1 to O and +10):
* DP-M97, DP-57, DP-47
@ TAPE/VIDEO control keys
TAPE deck control keys
(Mode switch: AUDIO)
TAPE/VIDEO
Seo oom
VIDEO CH.
Use the A/B select switch to specify the A deck or B deck
of a dual-transport double cassette deck.
The darkened keys (marked " [<= 4 ”) do not function at this
time.
Note,
AAA
When
it
is
necessary
to
press
the
fast
forward
key
after
the
rewind
key,
be
sure
to
press
the
stop
key
before
pressing
the
fast
forward
key.
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UNIVERSAL PROGRAMMABLE
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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VIDEO deck control keys
(Mode switch: VIDEO)
VIDEO CH.
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The darkened keys (marked ” [=
time.
When remotely controlling the *KV-D957S from KEN-
WOOD (for U.S.A. and military), set the A/B select switch
to A.
VIDEO CH keys:
Pressing the [4A] key shifts the channel tuned on the
VIDEO deck upward, and pressing the [V7] key shifts if
downward.
TV/VIDEO key:
Every time this key is pressed, the output from the video
deck is switched between the TV channel RF output and
video output.
}") do not function at this

m@ CD player control keys
CD/VOP
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Go a oS oo
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
These keys allow the same operations as the keys with the
same names on the CD player.
The DISC key is for use exclusively with a multiple CD
player. Pressing the DISC key allows one of DISC 1 to DISC
6 to be selected in the following cycle.
DISC
Poe
m@ Numeric keys (1 to 0)
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Mode switch: AUDIO
When the CD or TUNER input selector key is selected,
these keys can be used in place of the numeric keys on the
CD player or tuner, respectively.
Mode switch: VIDEO
The numeric keys can be used in placed of the TV channel
select keys.
m@ TV set control keys
cy — TV CH abs TV VOL
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
TV VOL keys:
Pressing the [2] key increases the volume of the TV set.
and pressing the [~ ] key decreases it.
TV CH keys:
Pressing the [A] key shifts the channel tuned on the TV
set upward, and pressing the [7 | key shifts it downward.
TV/VIDEO key:
Every time this key is pressed, the input to the TV set is
switched between the TV signal and the external video
signal.
@ TUNER control keys
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
These keys have the same functions as the keys with the
same names on the tuner unit.
@ Turntable (PHONO) control keys
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
The play [=] and stop [ml] keys are provided.
@ SYSTEM MEMORY keys
SYSTEM MEMORY
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
These keys are not used with this unit.
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Remote control operation
@ Equalizer key
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
Every time the EQ. key is pressed, the equalizer of this unit
can be switched ON/DEFEAT or preset equalizer patterns
can be changed over in the following cycle.
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DEFEAT
ON
EQ-1
PHONO VIDEO 1
(AUX)
TUNER VIDEO 2
TAPE 1 VIDEO 3
TAPE 2 VIDEO 4
Co
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
These keys have the same functions as the input selector
keys of this unit.
The VIDEO 3 and 4 keys are not used with this unit.
m™ SURROUND keys &
MENU ON SCREEN key
CENTER SURROUND
MODE MODE BYPASS
TEST TONE MENU
ON/OFF MODE ONSCREEN
DELAY TIME
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
These keys are not used with this unit.
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@ Volume level keys
CENTER LEVEL
VOLUME
REAR LEVEL__ CONTROL.
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
VOLUME CONTROL keys:
Pressing the [A] key rotates the VOLUME CONTROL on
the main body of the amplifier clockwise to increase the
volume, and pressing the [7 ] key rotates it counterclock-
wise to decrease the volume.
CENTER LEVEL keys:
These keys are not used with this unit.
REAR LEVEL keys:
These keys can be used in place of the VOLUME CONTROL
on the AV SURROUND PROCESSOR (*SS-7 9).
MUTE key:
The MUTE key is not provided on the main body. Muting
can be controlled only from the remote control.
m POWER keys
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TV VIDEO
Mode switch: AUDIO or VIDEO
AUDIO key:
Switches the power of the amplifier to ON/STANDBY
(OFF).
TV key:
Switches the power of the TV set to ON/STANDBY (OFF).
VIDEO key:
Switches the power of the video deck to ON/STANDBY
(OFF).
*IMPORTANT:
This option may not be available in some areas. For
details on options, consult your dealer.

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Example: To program the REPEAT key of the other remote
control unit
Hold the REPEAT key
depressed
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REPEAT function is stored under this key
@ To program the remote control func-
tions of other remote control units
into the RC-120
Most audio/video components use the same infrared
remote control coding system. Therefore, the RC-120 can
memorize most of the functions of other remotely-con-
trolled components. Please read this manual and the
instruction manuals provided with your other A/V compo-
nents carefully before programming the remote control
functions of the other components.
1. Set the LEARN/USE select switch to the LEARN
position, and set the mode switch to the desired
position.
2. Place the RC-120 and the other remote control unit
so that their heads (transmission ends) face each
other. (Leave a distance between the units of about
2 ~ 5 or 0.8 ~ 2 inches.)
3. Press one of the learning keys on the RC-120. The
LEARN indicator will light.
4. Press the key to be programmed on the other
remote control unit and hold it depressed.
5. When the LEARN indicator on the RC-120 blinks
twice and then goes out, the programming opera-
tion is completed. When the programming opera-
tion is completed, release your finger from the key
on the other remote control unit.
e@ Toprogram other remote control function, repeat the
procedure outlined in steps 3. to 5.
Note:
Be sure to hold the key to be programmed on the other
remote control unit depressed until the LEARN indicator
goes out.
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Remote control operation
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Mode
LEARN/USE switch
select
switch
——=
Set to USE.
(5) transmit
<i
Set to USE.
Reset key
Overlay sheet
Notes:
1. If the optical output level of the other remote control unit
is high, programming may not be carried out correctly. If
this occurs, separate the RC-120 and the other remote
control unit by a greater distance and perform the
programming procedure again.
2. If the LEARN and TRANSMIT indicators blink simultane-
ously during programming, this indicates either that the
key being programmed cannot be programmed or that
programming has not been performed completely. If this
occurs, perform the programming procedure again.
3. Remote control functions using specially-coded signals or
signals other than infrared signals cannot be
programmed.
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To check the programmed contents
during programming
1. Check that the LEARN/USE select switch is in the
USE position.
2. Press the key to be checked.
3. Verify that the component to be operated works
correctly.
@ To change the programmed contents
Perform the programming operation again. The previously
programmed contents will be canceled automatically, and
the newly programmed contents will be maintained in
memory.
@ Normal operation of the remote con-
trol unit
1. Set the LEARN/USE select switch to the USE
position.
2. Press a key under which another remote control
function has been programmed.
The TRANSMIT indicator blinks and the target
component operates as intended.
@To erase the entire programmed
contents
With a single procedure, you can erase all of the remote
contro! functions which have been programmed under
keys in each mode (AUDIO, VIDEO, and AUX).
1. Set the LEARN/USE select switch to the LEARN
position.
2. Press a programmable key (any programmable key
may be pressed).
e The LEARN indicator lights.
3. Remove the battery cover from the back of the
remote control unit.
4. Press the reset key located inside the battery case
using the tip of a ball-point pen or similar
instrument.
e All of the programmed contents are erased and the
remote control unit returns to its initial condition.
@ Overlay sheet
The provided overlay sheet offers a convenient way to
record and recall the contents programmed under the
various operation keys.
Write the programmed key contents on the overlay sheet
with an oil-based felt-tipped marker or pencil. To erase, use
a conventional eraser.
Programming is also impossible when the RC-120's
memory capacity becomes full.
4. The LEARN indicator goes out 30 seconds after a learning
(programmable) key is pressed. After this, programming
is impossible. To continue programming, press the learn-
ing (programmable) key again.
5. When two or more learning (programmable) keys are
pressed at the same time, the remote control function of
the other remote control unit will be stored under the key
which was pressed last.
6. Do not program the remote control functions of equip-
ment other than A/V components, such as air condi-
tioners, etc.