Kenwood KE-7090 User manual

KENWOOD
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*AC voltage selection AC voltage selector switch
The AC voltage selector switch 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 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.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
an 110-120V~ AC 220-240V~ |
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive
line voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage
selector switch. Move switch lever to match your line voltage with a small screwdriver
or other pointed tool.
Note
For the United Kingdom
Factory fitted moulded mains plug
The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use only a 13- Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse.
. The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse in the moulded plug.
. Do not cut off the mains piug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach
a power point, then obtain an appro priate safety approved extension lead or adapter, or consult your dealer.If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off,
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
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IMPORTANT :
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code :
Blue: Neutral
Brown : Live
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three - pin plug.
Saf OT ecautions — A\ Caution : Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation
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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TALS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION 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.
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,
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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.

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Special feature
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The
large
FL
display,
14-band
equalizer
and
27-spectrum
analyzer
features
high
visibility
of
information
and
make
it
possible
to
set
EQ
(equalizer)
curves
with
high
accuracy.
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preset
patterns
have
been
factory-preset
for
this
mode,
too.
In
this
mode,
it
is
also
possible
to
preset
(assign)
equalizer
patterns
created
by
the
user
in
place
of
the
factory
presets.
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REFERENCE:
Five
exemplary
patterns
have
been
preset
at
the
factory.
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PARAMETRIC:
Equalizer
curves
can
be
created
by
setting
up
to
3
center
frequencies
and
the
equalizing
levels
for
them.
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GRAPHIC:
The
equalizer
curve
can
be
adjusted
in
a
detailed
way
for
every
frequency
range.
It
is
also
possible
to
fine-adjust
a
curve
which
has
been
created
in
the
PARAMETRIC
mode.
The
GRAPHIC
mode
is
to
be
used
when
detailed
adjustment
of
acoustic
compensation is required. ~(AZLJ
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total
of
30
playback
patterns
have been
factory-preset
by
combining
five
recommended
equalizer
patterns
with
six
music
genres,
so
that
any
of
them
can
be
selected
by
actually
comparing
them.
Similarly,
selection
from
30
types
of
recording
patterns
for
playback
on
car
stereo
or
from
30
types
of
recording
patterns
for
playback
on
headphone
stereo
is
also
available.
Select
the
optimum
equalizer
pattern
according
to
the
music
genre
and
purpose
of
use
of
the
pattern.
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Accessories
Check that the following accessories are present.
Audio cord (2) System control cord (1) * AC plug adaptor (1)
* Use to adapt the plug on the power
cord to the shape of the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where
use is necessary.}
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) Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before
# operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on the appliance
and in the instruction manual. Follow all the safety and operating
instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
1.
Power sources — The appliance should be connected to a
power supply only of the type described in the instruction
manual or as marked on the appliance. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance
dealer or local power company. For appliances intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
instruction manual.
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
appliance.
Never pull or stretch
the cord.
CAUTION - Polarization — This appliance may be
equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.
Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance
and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must
not be blocked or covered. The appliance 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 appliance. Place the appliance at least 10 cm away from
the walls.
Do not use the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface
that may block the ventilation openings. This appliance should
not be placed ina built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's
instructions have been adhered to.
. Water and moisture — The appliance should not be
used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
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6. Temperature - The appliance may not function properly
if used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The
ideal ambient temperature is above +5°C (41°F).
. Heat- The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Electric shock — Care should be taken so that objects do
not fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure
through openings. If a metal objects, such asa hair pin
or a needle, comes into contact with the inside of this
appliance, a dangerous electric shock may result. For
families with children, never permit children to put
anything, especially metal, inside this appliance.
9. Enclosure removal — Never remove the enclosure. /f
the internal parts are touched accidentally, a serious
electric shock might occur.
10.Magnetic fields — Keep the appliance away from sources
of magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker systems,
radios, motorized toys or magnetized objects.
11.Cleaning — Unplug this appliance fram the wall outlet
before 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. Accessories — Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.
Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer's
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart
combination shouldbe moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.

13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
Lightning — For added protection for this appliance during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line
surges.
Abnormal smell — If an abnorma! smell or smoke is
detected, immediately turn the power OFF and unplug
the appliance from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer or
nearest service center.
POWER OFF!
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Damage requiring service — The appliance should be
serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance.
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally by
following the instruction manual. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the instruction manual as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the appliance to its normal operation.
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
F. The appliance exhibits a marked change in performance.
Servicing — The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond that described in the instruction
manual. All other servicing should be referred to qualified
service personnel.
Outdoor antenna grounding - If an outside antenna is
connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna system
is grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built up static charges. Articie 810 of
the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, 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
conductors, tocation of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode. See Figure.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
——— LEAD IN WIRE
GROUND
CLAMPS
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
{NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMP
wa POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
: ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
KE-7090 (En)
18.Power
lines
—
An
outside
antenna
system
should
not
be
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20.
21.
22.
23.
located
in
the
vicinity
of
overhead
power
lines
or
other
electric
light
or
power
circuits,
or
where
it
can
fall
into
such
power
lines
or
circuits.
When
installing
an
outside
antenna
system,
extreme
care
should
be
taken
to
keep
from
touching
such
power
lines
or
circuits
as
contact
with
them
might
be
fatal.
.AC
outlets
—
Do
not
connect
other
audio
equipment
with
a
power
consumption
larger
than
that
specified
to
the
AC
outlet
on
the
rear
panel.
Never
connect
other
electrical
appliances,
such
as
an
iron
or
toaster,
to
it
to
prevent
fire
or
electric
shock.
Overloading
—
Do
not
overioad
wall
outlets,
extension
cords,
or
integra!
convenience
receptacles
as
this
can
result
in
a
risk
of
fire
or
electric
shock.
Attachment
—
Do
not
use
attachments
not
recommended
by
the
appliance
manufacturer
as
they
may
cause
hazards.
Replacement
parts
~
When
replacement
parts
are
required,
be
sure
the
service
technician
has
used
replacement
parts
specified
by
the
manufacturer
or
have
the
same
characteristics
as
the
original
parts.
Unauthorized
substitutions
may
result
in
fire,
electric
shock,
or
other
hazards.
Safety
check
—
Upon
completion
of
any
service
or
repairs
to
this
appliance,
ask
the
service
technician
to
perform
safety
checks
to
determine
that
the
appliance
is in
proper
operating
condition.
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Iter 3 is not required except for grounded or polarized equipment.
Item 17 and 18 are not required except for units provided with antenna
terminals.
Item 17 complies with UL in the U.S.A.

KE-7090 {En)
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. !f 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.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Safety Precautions
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Beware of condensation
When water vapor comes into contact with the surface of cold material, Be especially careful in the following conditions:
water drops are produced. e@When the unit is brought from a cold place to a warm place, and there
lf condensation occurs, correct operation may not be possible, or the is a large temperature difference.
unit may not function correctly. @When a heater starts operating.
This is not a malfunction, however, the unit should be dried. @When the unit is brought from an air-conditioned place to a place of
(To do this, turn the POWER switch ON and leave the unit as it is for high temperature with high humidity.
several
hours.)
e@When
there
is
a
large
difference
between
the
internal
temperature
of
the
unit
and
the
ambient
temperature,
or
in
conditions
where
conden-
sation occurs easily.
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Caution against contact revitalizer
' Cleaning
Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction. Be
specially careful against contact cleaners containing oil, for they may
deform the plastic componente.
Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or benzine,
etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.
Tn ED

Graphic equalizer display
Spectrum analyzer display
Character display
indicator
Character display
Frequency display
TITTY,
TAPE key ~ (2) (22)
Use when playing back or recording a
tape.
Preset keys (1 to 5) fs)
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EQ.
ON
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MEMORY
PARAMETRIC
MANUAL F1, F2, F3
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EQUALIZER LEVEL UP (A)
/DOWN (Vv) keys —(46) ~[20)
Press the up (A) or down (¥) key to
increase or decrease the equalizer level.
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FLAT key ~(2)
Press to make an equalizer curve flat.
REVERSE key ~(20)
Press to reverse an equalizer curve.
Typical
equalizer
patterns
have
been
MAIN
POWER
switch
-(i0}
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PAUSE
key
~Hi)
preset
under
these
keys
so
that
you
can
Press
to
switch
the
power
supply
to
the
Press
to
let
an
equalizer
curve
pause
select
any
one
of
them
easily.
unit
ON
(a)
and
OFF
(£1).
temporarily.
MEMORY
key
—(8)
Standby
indicator
-{4)
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GRAPHIC/PARAMETRIC
key
Press
this
key
when
registering
a
user-
Lights
up
to
indicate
that
a
small
amount
~
(is)
~217)
created equalizer pattern.
PATTERN key ~29)
Press to enter or quit the genre mode.
TAPE indicator (21) ~[22)
Lights up when the TAPE key is pressed
to ON.
Genre keys — (73)
Press in the genre mode to select the
desired music genres and their equal-
izer patterns.
FREQUENCY JOG knob
~ (is) - (2)
Rotate the control knob to adjust the
requency band (range).
of current flows in the unit.
ON/STANDBY key ~{70)
Press while the MAIN POWER switch
is in the ON position to switch the unit
between ON and STANDBY.
EQ. EFFECT key ~(42) -B)
Press to turn the equalizer mode ON
and OFF.
MANUAL/REFERENCE key
—(42) - (3)
Press to switch the manual and refer-
ence functions alternately.
DISPLAY key ~(10) -)
Press to switch the display mode or to
select the demonstration mode.
GRAPHIC:
Select
this
mode
when
ad-
justing
an
equalizer
curve.
PARAMETRIC:
Select
this
mode
when
creating
an
equalizer
curve
according
to
center
frequencies.
WIDE/NARROW
key
Each
press
of
the
key
switches
the
curve
slope
alternately
between
WIDE
and
NARROW.
Frequency keys (F1, F2, F3)
Each key can store a desired center
frequency.
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This
unit
is
provided
with
the
STANDBY
indicator.
White
the
STANDBY
indicator
is
lit,
a
small
amount
of
current
is
supplied
to
the
internal
circuitry
of
the
unit
in
order
to
back
up
the
memory.
This
status
is
referred
to
as
the
standby
mode.
When
this
unit
is
not to
be
used
for
a
long
period
of
time,
unplug
the
power
cord
from
the
power
outlet.

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Make connection as shown below. When connecting the
related system components, refer also to the instruction
manuals of the related components.
Caution: Do not plug in the power lead until all connections
are completed.
{ Except for U.S.A., Canada }
Caution regarding placement
Malfunction of microprocessor }
ds If operation is not possible or erroneous display appears even
though all connections have been made properly, reset the
microprocessor referring to “In case of difficulty”.
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To maintain proper ventilation, be sure to leave a space around the unit (from the largest outer dimensions including projections) equal to, or greater than,
shown below.
Left and right panels: 10 cm, rear panel: 10 cm
Amplifier or receiver with the TAPE MONITOR switch
SYSTEM
CONTROL
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*Caution ( For U.K.)
Whenusing the AC outlets equipped
with this unit, be sure to consult
your dealer for the corresponding
plug.
Connect to the TAPE jacks
(TAPE MONITOR)
(Set the TAPE MONITOR switch
to the monitoring position.) U.K.
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System contro! cord
Other countries
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Audio cords
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IN
OUT
This unit
Audio cords
To wall AC outlet
SYSTEM CONTROL
Set the system con-
trol mode according to
the components to be
connected.
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e@When connecting the audio cords (cords with pin plugs on each end), insert
the white plugs into the [L] (Left) jacks and red plugs into the [R] (Right) jacks.
2. When plugging and unplugging connection cords, be sure to first remove the power cord from the AC outiet. Plugging/unplugging connection
cords without removai of the power cord can cause malfunctions or damage on the unit.
3. Do not connect up a power source which is larger than that indicated on the socket at the rear of the unit.
as 1. Connect all cords firmly. If connections are joose there could be loss of sound or noise produced.
Notes

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| ABOUT THE SYSTEM CONTROL CONNECTIONS
Connecting
system
control
cords
after
connecting
a
Kenwood
audio
component
system
lets
you
take
advantage
of
q
convenient
system
control
operations.
There
are
two
Kenwoood
system
control
modes.
Make
connections
according
to
the
groups
of
terminal
symbols
shown
a
below.
[XS8] Mode : lets you combine (XQ, [XS], and (X88) terminals
{SL16] Mode: for [SL16] terminals only
This
unit
is
compatible
with
both
[XS8]
and
[SL16]
modes.
It
comes
from
the
factory
set
to
the
[SL16]
mode.
To
switch
to
a
the
[XS8]
mode,
follow
the
instructions
in
“SWITCHING
FROM
[SL16]
TO
[XS8]”
below.
—
.{SL16]
equipment
cannot
be
combined
with
[XR],
[XS],
and
[XS8]
equipment
for
system
operations.
!f
your
equipment
consists
of
this
kind
of
combination,
please
do
not
connect
any
system
control
cords.
Even
without
system
contro!
cords,
normal
operations
can
be
carried
out
without
affecting
performance.
2. lf your amp or receiver does not have a system contro! terminal, do not connect any
system
control
cords
to
the
system
control
terminals
on
the
other
components.
3. Do not connect system contro! cords to any components other than those specified
by Kenwood. It may cause a malfunction and damage your equipment.
4.
Be
sure
the
system
contro!
plugs
are
inserted
all
the
way
in
to
the
system
control
terminals.
iS
3)
| ABOUT THE SYSTEM CONTROL OPERATIONS
Remote Control 7
The
power
of
this
unit
can
be
turned
ON/OFF
from
the
system
remote
control
unit
provided
with
your
amplifier
or
receiver.
i
(This
operation
is
possible
onty
when
the
MAIN
POWER
switch
is
set
to
ON
and
the
ON/STANDBY
key
is
set
to
ON
or
STANDBY.
If
your
unit
is
provided
only
with
the
POWER
key,
it
is
possible
only
while
the
STANDBY
indicator
is
lit.)
SWITCHING
FROM
[SL16]
TO
[XS8]
|
Switch
4
You can easily change the system control mode with the following
operation. Do this operation after completing all connections.
Front panel side
Switching
to
[XS8]
:
Set
the
switch
on
the
bottom
side
of
SYSTEM
CONTROL
SEL.
the
unit to
[XS8].
xSB
<
> SL
16
Switching
back
to
[SL16]:
Set
the switch
on
the
bottom
side
of
the
unit to
[SL16].
[al
@This operation will not affect items stored in the memory. Bottom panel side
Sc SE GOES SEES) ESAT SS a

Preparation
—
@
Set
the
MAIN
POWER
switch
to
ON.
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MAIN POWER le KENWOOo
KE-7090 (En}
2 Select the desired display mode.
DISPLAY i [
Each press switches the display modes as follows.
@) Graphic equalizer display mode
@) Spectrum analyzer display mode
@) DEMO(Demonstration) mode
Graphic equalizer display mode
Shows how each frequency range is compensated.
The graphic equalizer display also appears for about 5 seconds, even
while the unit is in the spectrum analyzer display mode, when one of
the following operation is performed.
1. Switching power ON.
2. An operation key associated with an equalizer operation is pressed.
SOI SOS TESS
Spectrum analyzer display mode
Displays the frequency distribution of the source being played to allow
under standing at a glance. ;
The peak value of the varying level of each frequency range is held and
displayed for about 0.5 second.
Peak hold level
After “DEMO” is displayed, the demonstration of the graphic equalizer
curves starts.

KE-7090 {En}
Demonstration of equalizer curves can be displayed to help
the user understand the features of the equalizer better.
KENWOOD:
Demonstration method
Play a music source.
F Select the “DEMO” made.
Each
press
switches
the
display
modes
as
follows.
@
Graphic
equalizer
display
mode
| @ Spectrum analyzer display mode
@ DEMO(Demonstration) mode
DISPLAY
ti
METI OT
TURAL
WHEL
ASU
th
i
Demonstration
is
performed
repeatedly
in
the
following
order.
GRAPHIC
—-»
PARAMETRIC
——®>
REFERENCE
MANUAL
ORY
SASH
REESE
MP
EEA
AEM
TED
LS
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TE
LT
ET,
To stop demonstration
r
DISPLAY

KE-7090 (En)
Five preset patterns have been factory-preset for this mode,
too. In this mode, it is also possible to preset (assign)
equalizer patterns created by the user in place of the factory
presets.
Operation of MANUAL featu
Play a music source.
2 Select the “EQ.0N” mode.
“EQ.ON” Lights up.
EQ. EFFECT
Each press switches the display as follows. “MANUAL” Lights up.
rm @) MANUAL
(2) REFERENCE
MANUAL
Select by pressing one of preset keys 1 to 5.
Prewony J]
TaN
ATM RNIN
To cancel the equali
A RST NTPC ALN HIN
er effect:
NOTRAR Rector
RA AN RMON ROI AOR RIAN
“EQ.ON"” indicator goes off.
EQ. EFFECT
Pressing the FLAT key makes the displayed curve flat. This
occurs in any mode.

KE-7090 [En}
Five exemplary patterns have been preset at the factory.
KENWOOD
onc
:
Keys
and
control
used
in
the
operations
described
on
this
page.
Operation of REFERENCE feature
Ba eee ath Rc Sear er eee ay
Play a music source.
F Select the “EQ.ON” mode.
EQ.
EFFECT
EQ.ON”
Lights
up.
Each
press
switches
the
display
as
follows.
“REFERENCE”
Lights
up.
iz @
MANUAL
@
REFERENCE
Select by pressing one of preset keys 1 to 5.
CREATE SEAT BLN TEA TN
To cancel the equalizer effect:
EQ. EFFECT
eThe pattern being displayed remains the same.

pattern list
[ Preset equalizer pattern M1 to M5
(MANUAL)
Pattern can be created and preset by the user in this
mode.
amplifier to ON.
M1: [Bass intensity]
For listening a bass sound effect without feeling of sharpness.
KE-7090 (En)
eWhen pattern M1, M2 or M3 is used, set the SURROUND key of the ;
Preset equalizer pattern R1 to R5
(REFERENCE)
R1: [Mild]
For listening a mild sound comfortable for ears, like back ground music.
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M2: [Vocal] : R2: [Clear]
For listening vocal sound with enhanced expansion. " For listening a brilliant sound with attenuated low frequencies.
:
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E
E
:
M3: [Percussion] ; R3: [Heavy] :
For listening percussion sound with expansion and powerfulness. a For listening music like rock and fusion with more powerful sound.
: i
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M4: [Car] i R4: [Scale]
For recording tape with suitable tone to be played on car stereo. For listening more exciting sound.
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; [,
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af a
M5: [Headphones] A R5: [Noise reduction for recording] :
For recording tape with suitable tone to be played on headphone : Cut off stimulating medium and high frequencies and enables softsound E
stereo. : recording. ig
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Equalizer curves can be created by setting up to 3 center
frequencies and the equalizing levels for them.
The inclination of each curve can be selected between WIDE
(gentie slope) and NARROW (steep).
Operation
in
PARA
7 Select the “graphic equalizer display mode”.
DISPLAY
NSS NS ew RN NE al oN TSE I ST PS IS SESE TE ST
F3 Select the “FQ.ON” mode.
EQ, EFFECT
Pa ee
eT MT CRT GSU SPOT NSE CN TT EE SS a as a ea
3 Select the “PARAMETRIC” mode
GRAPHIC/ WIDE/ a
PARAMETRIC NARROW
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KE-7090 {En}
KENWOOD
co See
= Sao
: Saeo
Ce a
Each
press
switches
the
display
modes
as
follows.
@
Graphic
equalizer
display
mode
i @ Spectrum analyzer display mode
@ DEMO(Demonstration) mode
“EQ. ON” Lights up.
|
Each press switches the display as follows.
@)
GRAPHIC
:
Mode
for
adjusting
equalizer
curves.
@
PARAMETRIC:
Mode
for
creating
a
curve
according
to center frequencies.
“PARAMETRIC” Lights up.
PARAMETRIC
PARAMETRIC
tucae fesca
“F1" Lights up.

KE-7080 [En]
REESE SOD SES BOT HT PLS ES ONES
fF Adjust the level.
:
poeta
GRAPHIC/ WIDE/
PARAMETRIC NARROW
When adjustment of center frequencies F2 and/
or F3 is required:
Repeat steps 4 to 6 above for each center frequency.
BR SS Rae NET STO SCE a ESS
When two curves F1 and F2 or three curves F1, F2 and F3 are set,
the curve combining them will be displayed in a few seconds.
Shee cial
@Pressing the FLAT key allows to start adjustment from the flat level
position. ~(2)
Each press switches the display as follows.
‘_ () WIDE : Curve with a gentle slope.
(2 NARROW: Curve with a sharp slope.
One the two
shall light up.
WIDE NARROW
@One adjusted, the curve remains the same until next time it is pressed.
@For finer adjustment, perform the graphic mode operation described
in the following page. -(7)

KE-7090 {En}
This mode allows to adjust the equalizer curve for each
frequency band provided. The curve created in the param-
eter mode can be fine-adjusted in this mode.
Each
press
switches
the
display
modes
as
follows.
@
Graphic
equalizer
display
mode
@
Spectrum
analyzer
display
mode
@
DEMO(Demonstration)
mode
DISPLAY
WER BRST NE ASSO aS AEGIS ED SSE SA SS SLR STG
2 Select the “EQ.0N” mode.
“EQ. ON” lights up.
EQ. EFFECT
STAM ET
Each press switches the display as follows.
@
GRAPHIC
:
Mode
for
adjusting
equalizer
curves.
GRAPHIC/
—-
WIDE/
!
PARAMETRIC
NARROW
@
PARAMETRIC:
Mode
for
creating
a
curve
according
to
center
frequencies.
“GRAPHIC" lights up.
Select the frequency band to be adjusted.
EQUALIZER LEVEL
JENCY,
PROUEREY dog,
”
(
fj Fine adjustment of each frequency band
de Repeat steps 4 and 5 above.
as
if
the
mode
is
switched
from
“GRAPHIC”
to
“PARAMETRIC”,
the
equalizer
pattern
created
in
the
GRAPHIC
mode
is
cleared.
Note

KE-7080 (En}
See “Creation of desired equalizer patterns”.
Any equalizer pattern can be preset if it is being dis-
FA Preset the equalizer pattern.
@ Press the MEMORY key.
“MEMORY” Lights up.
MEMORY
© Press one of the preset keys.
Press while MEMORY is lighted up.
@Pattern is preset under the number of the numeric key pressed.
E Je—Je_
—
ae | Ce @Up to five patterns can be preset in the sare manner.
eVWhen a pattern has previously been preset under the numeric key
ee
pressed,
the
newly
preset
pattern
replaces
the
previous
pattern.
UTERINE
PRN TAL AAS CUO PM ATES 2h
To cancel the registered patter.
The registered equalizer pattern can be canceled and re-
turned to the original pattern stored under the preset key
(one of the factory-registered patterns M1 to M5 —(24)).
@ Display the equalizer pattern.
@ Press and hold the preset key for more /
than 5 seconds.

Through selections of the music genre, tone pattern and
purpose of use in three steps, this feature allows to obtain
the optimum playback pattern from the 90 equalizer pat-
terns (6 genres x 5 patterns x 3 purposes of use=90).
KE-7090 {En}
:
Keys
and
control
used
in
the
operations
described
on
this
page.
Play a music source.
2 Initiate the GENRE mode.
PATTERN
1
1
1
i
BYPASS CAR
FUSION/4
GENRE keys
Select the desired tone pattern.
The five of the genre keys are also used as the pattern
No. keys.
PATTERN keys
CLASSIC /5
t
' MOVIE
ea (Continued on next page)
TNE
e@The
indicator
“GENRE”
is
displayed
and
“EQ.ON”
lights
up.
Until
you
actually
select
the
music
genre,
patterns
of
the
genres
are
displayed
in
repeated
cycles
(7
seconds)
and
the
tones
heard
also
change
accordingly.
POPULAR ——® ROCK ——— > JAZZ
MOVIE <—— CLASSIC <«—— FUSION
If
the
PAUSE
key
is
pressed
in
step
3
or
4,
the
repetition
of
equalizer
patterns
stop
so
that
you
can
check
the
tone
of
a
specific
pattern
more
in
details.
The
repetitions
resume
when
the
PAUSE
key
is
pressed
again.
Until
you
actually
select
a
tone
pattern,
the
five
patterns
available
with
the
genre
selected
in
step
3
are
displayed
in
repeated
cycles
and
the
tones
head
also
change
accordingly.
Five
of
the
genre
keys
are
also
used
as
pattern
No.keys.
rr
—P
ee
Bee
8
7
The
genre
selected
"
ae E eee : i i The number of the
Arie £ ca tone pattern
(GRAPHIC
CL EqrON
MANUAL
@
After
the
tone
pattern
has
been
selected,
characters
“USE”
appears
on
the
display.

KE-7090 (En)
5 Select the purpose of use of the pattern.
( The display until you select a tone pattern.
The three of the genre keys are also used as the use
keys.
BYPASS ———» CAR STEREO
HEADPHONE STEREO
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Major purposes of use provided by the USE keys.
When a car stereo or headphone stereo is used, the special BYPASS key : For use in normal playback and recording.
_ curve for use in recording is combined with the displayed curve. CAR key : Foruse in recording of tapes to be played on car
For recording sound together with the equalizer effect applied stereos.
to it, see “Recording sound with equalizer effect”. ~{22) H.P.ST. (Headphone stereo) key
For use in recording of tapes to be played on
headphone stereo players.
To cancel GENRE mode.
Press the PATTERN key again.
PATTERN
SRR SPA EMAL Ss NE BRL BE ARE ODT add CEE PEE
SSE SPELT, ESSENCES ITH ELI I BETES IS TEU REL IM SLE COWS BEET IS PLEO G SEE EEE BSS ea are Sot
Press the REVERSE key to reverse the equalizer curve.
REVERSE