Kenwood GE-600 User manual

STEREO GRAPHIC EQUALIZER KENWOOD
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600
KENWOOD
CORPORATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
@©PRINTED IN JAPAN B50-6511-O0(E, U, M, UE, A)(T)
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For your records
Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the
spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space
provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers
whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service
on this product.
Model! Serial number.
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories
and cables 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. lf 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 pack-
ing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in
the future.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS AP-
PLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Rear panel safety precautions
CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
SRK OF LER TRIGR BOCK (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
RO NOT OREN 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 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.

Important!
Europe, Australia and U.K.
Units shipped to Europe are designed for operation on
220 volts AC. Units shipped to Australia and U.K. are
designed for operation on 240 volts AC.These units
are not equipped with an AC voltage selector switch
and the discussion of such a switch that follows should
be disregarded.
All other countries
Units shipped to countries other than the above coun-
tries 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 volts or 220-240 volts
AC. The AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel is set to
the voltage that prevails in the area to which the unit is ship-
ped. Before connecting the power cord to your AC outlet,
make sure that the setting position of this switch matches
your line voltage. If not, it must be set to your voltage in
accordance 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.
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AC 110-120V~ <a> AC 220-240V~ AC 110-120V~ ab AC 220-240V~
This shows switch
lever is locked in
220-240V~
position.
This shows switch
lever is locked in
110-120V~
position.
Move switch lever to match your line
voltage with a small screw driver or other
pointed tool.
AC voltage selector switch
For United Kingdom
The mains plug must be removed from the wall socket
prior to any internal examination.
Important
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
BlU Cee sin. gro alate cent vnteoteenpted ode Neutral
BOW ng.c oes enevieneeroutect de eek Live
The wires in this mains lead must be connected to the
terminals in the plug as follows:
Wire colour Plug terminal marking
Blu Gas 2 Asiiesed cd Aes latieeesins N or Black
BIOWM tides aroevdiadecathaeasenae: L or Red
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Brown to als See
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Blue to _ L
Neutral
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Notes:
1) 1f 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.

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@ POWER switch
Press this switch to turn on the power. To turn off the
power, press the switch again.
@ Level control (RIGHT/LEFT channel)
Adjust these controls up and down to equalize the
sound by +12 dB or +6 GB with the center frequency
indicated. The right and left channels can be equalized
separately.
Level control indicators light when the EQUALIZER
switch is pressed.
® INPUT switches
Use this switch to select the program source to be
equalized.
LINE: To equalize the program source connected
to the LINE IN jacks.
TAPE: To equalize the program source connected to
the TAPE PLAY jacks.
@ EQUALIZER switches
EFFECT: Press this switch to on the frequency
characteristic will be modified by passing through
the graphic equalizer.
REC: Press this switch to on signals will allow
equalized to be recorded on tape.
lf you want to monitor the equalized sounds, press
the EQUALIZER EFFECT switch to on.
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© Equalizer recording indicator (REC)
Lights when the equalizer recording switch
(EQUALIZER REC) is set to on.
@ Equalizer range selector switch (EQ RANGE)
Use to choose the maximum equalization range to
+12 dBor +6 cB.
@ Equalizer indicator (EFFECT)
Lights when the EQUALIZER EFFECT switch is set to on.
@ TAPE INPUT indicator (TAPE)
Lights when the TAPE INPUT switch is set to on.
© LINE INPUT indicator (LINE)
Lights when the LINE INPUT switch is set to on.
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Pre-main amplifier
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AC outlet (UNSWITCHED) (Except
some areas)
This outlet provides power when the
unit is plugged into an active AC wall
outlet, regardless of the setting of the
POWER switch. Its total maximum
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Connections and precautions
1. Before connecting or disconnecting any cord, be 3. Do not bind the input/output cords with the power
sure to turn off the power switches of the unit and cord and speaker cord. Do not extend the input/out-
pre-main amplifier. put cords unnecessarily to avoid the possibility of
2. Each RCA pin-plug cord must be connected securely noise or deterioration of tone quality.
to the corresponding terminals ([L] to 1] and [R] to
[R] ).
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Operating instructions
Mi To equalize the program source connected to
the amplifier
1. Set the POWER switch to ON. The indicator lights.
2. Set the INPUT switch to LINE.
3. Set the EQUALIZER EFFECT switch to ON. The in-
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4. Play the program source connected to the amplifier.
5. Adjust the level controls (RIGHT/LEFT channel) to
compensate the sound quality.
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1. Set the POWER switch to ON. The indicator lights.
2. Set the INPUT switch to TAPE.
3. Set the EQUALIZER EFFECT switch to ON. The in-
dicator lights.
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4. Set the tape deck to the playback mode.
5. Adjust the level controls (RIGHT/LEFT channel) to
compensate the sound quality.
M@To record amplifier’s program source after
equalization
. Set the POWER switch to ON.
2. Press the INPUT LINE switch to on. The LINE in-
dicator will light.
3. Set the EQUALIZER REC switch to on. The equalizer
recording effect indicator (REC) will light.
4, Play the program source connected to the amplifier.
5. Use the equalizer rang selector (EQ RANGE) to select
the appropriate maximum equalization range.
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6. Adjust the level controls (Right/Left channel) to com-
pensate the sound quality.
The equalized sound can be checked by the
EQUALIZER EFFECT switch to on or off.
7. Set the tape deck to the rec pause mode and adjust
the recording level.
8. Set the tape deck to the recording mode. Equalized
sound can be recorded.
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Sound equalization
@ Super bass range (60 Hz) Approximate frequency ranges for musical instruments
When these controls are moved up, the bass instru- and voice
ment (double bass, bass drums or pipe organ, etc.)
sound is increased.
When the super bass sound is boomy, move these
controls down.
PIPE ORGAN
® Bass range (150 Hz)
Usually, the resonance frequency of the listening
room is in this range.
To eliminate bass resonance, move these controls
down.
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® 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, adjust these con- aTerere) Re)
trols.
® Mid range (1 kHz, 2.4 kHz)
When these controls are moved up or down, the
bariton or soprano voice is emphasised/de-empha-
sised. This range is related to the ‘‘presence’’ of the
music.
@ High range (5 kHz)
This frequency range is related to the hardness of ———
the sound. When this control is moved up, strings or
brass, such as flute or piccolo, is emphansed. When MATE VOICE
the control is moved down, the sound will be more FEMALE VOICE
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soothing. 60 Hz 150Hz 400Hz 1kHz 2.4kHz 5kHz 15 kHz
® Super high range (15 kHz)
This frequency range is related to the details of the
music. When these controls are moved up, super
high frequency instruments, such as triangle or cym-
bal, are emphasized, resulting in wide sound and
echoes.
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Safety precautions
Cleaning
Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner,
gasoline, benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a silicone
cloth or a clean dry cloth.
Power cord
Always insert or remove the power plug from the AC outlet
by grasping the plug body. Never pull or stretch the cord.
Take care that the cord is not subject to trafic or bent sharply
around furniture. Keep heavy objects off the cord; never route
it under rugs, and avoid the use of extra extension cord. At-
tention to these precautions will avoid fire or shock hazards.
In case of difficulty
Service or modifications
Do not remove the cabinet or touch internal parts. Refer all
service to qualified service personnel. Unauthorized modifica-
tions can result in a dangerous shock hazard and can void the
warranty.
Installation precautions
a) Avoid locations subject to direct sunlight.
b) Avoid high or low temperature extremes.
c) Keep the unit away from heat radiating sources.
d) Choose a location that is relatively free of vibration or
excessive dust.
e) Make sure power is off before making any system con-
nections.
If your unit should not perform as expected, consult the table below to see if the problem can be corrected before seeking help
from your dealer or service representative.
Symptom
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Remedy
No sound although AC is switched on.
Indicator not illuminated.
Poor AC plug connection.
Check plug contact.
No sound from LEFT and RIGHT. 1. Speaker cables disconnected. 1. Check speaker connections.
2. Volume control of amplifier fully | 2. Turn up volume control.
counterclockwise.
Sound from one side only. 1. Speaker cords disconnected. 1. Check speaker connections.
2. Input or output cables disconnected. | 2. Check input or output connections.
3. Balance control of amplifier set to | 3. Adjust balance controi of amplifier.
one extreme or the others.
Specifications
Equalizer characteristic
Variable range ............ 0. e eect evens +12 dB, +6 dB (L & R independently adjustable)
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Frequency reSpOnse ......... 6. ce ccc cece eens 10 Hz—40 kHz +41 dB
Total harmonic distortion .............0...0.0..00.000 cece Less than 0.01% (1 kHz, all controis flat, output 1 V)
Maximum output voltage .....................0..cce eee 4V (1 kHz, THD 0.01%)
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Input impedance.........0.00..0 0... cece cece eee eee 60 k ohms
Output impedance ..........0 0... eect ee 900 ohms
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Power CONSUMPTION ..............0 0.0. c cece eects 7W
DIMENSIONS 209. ere oot ceed eiclet china ects W 340 mm (13-3/8”)
H 84 mm (3-5/16”)
D 351 mm (13-13/16”)
Weight.(N@t)!k. ste chctatttotl ander celina ea tional 3.3 kg (7.3 Ib)
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We follow a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice.
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