Kenwood KRX-792 User manual

CGOO/ANADI
STEREO CASSETTE RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION

Introduction
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 tradition 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 operating features
and system-connection considerations so that your listening plea-
sure 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 antici-
pate 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.
Mode! Serial 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 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.
For the U.S.A.
Note to CATV system installer;
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close
to the point cable entry as practical.
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 COMMER-
CIALLY AVAILABLE TAPES OR DISCS SHOULD
CONTACT THE MECHANICAL COPYRIGHT PROTECTION
SOCIETY LIMITED OR THE PERFORMING RIGHTS SOCI-
ETY LIMITED.
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol 00 are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
When your unit needs to be repaired, bring the entire set (Speakers
excluded) to your dealer.
Accessories
@ AC plug adaptor ---+1----++-
(Except for some areas)
>
For the unit with a European
AC plug in areas other than
Europe.
Contents
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marked
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carefully
to
ensure
safe
operation.
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of
cassette
deck
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Recording
on
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(Deck
B
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A\Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Before applying power
For the U.S.A. and Canada
For Australia and Europe
Important!
Units shipped to the U.S.A. and Canada are designed for opera-
tion on 120 volts AC only.
CAUTION: To PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE
THE AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY IN-
SERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
Important!
Units shipped to Australia are designed for operation on 240 V
AC only.
Units shipped to Europe are designed for operation on 230 V
AC only.
For other countries
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:
BIW Gt. ahr tase teal whale dah necgaiveesten ee Neutral
BROW) vaxiccawadss.tetea ered neu saa stcegaas Live
The wires in this mains lead must be connected to the termi-
nals in the plug as follows:
Wire colour Plug terminal marking
BUSA a. 5.8 eet aad ee eae N or Black
BOW sti av acneonsteeeshreed shiners L or Red
(> Brown to
Live
Blue to L
Neutral " )
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.
AC voltage selection
This
unit
operates
on
110-120
or
220-240
volts
AC.
The
AC
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.
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
AC110-
20V.. AC220V~ AC240v~
_
Type B
| LM
AC110V- <P» 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
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SER-
00 NUT OPEN VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
|
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE,
1S
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.
KRX-792 (En)

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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.
4
. 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.
. 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).
KRX-792 (En)
A Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure
safe operation.
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.
.
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.

ACaution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe
operation.
12. 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.
—
13. 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
is detected, immediately turn the power OFF and pull
out the power cord. Contact your dealer or nearest
service center. POWER OFF!
15. 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-
vice the unit beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred
to qualified service pérsonnel.
17. 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 stat-
ic charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
respect to proper grounding of the mast and sup-
porting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding con-
Notes:
ductors, location 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
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
{NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
(NEC SECTION 810-21}
GROUND CLAMPS
+a POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PART H)
18. Power lines — An outdoor antenna should be lo-
cated away from power lines.
19. AC outlets — Do notconnect 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.
1.
Item
3
is
not
required
except
for
grounded
or
polarized
equipment.
2. Item 17 and 18 are not required except for units provided with antenna terminals.
3. Item 17 complies with UL in the U.S.A.
KRX-792 (En)
5

Before operation
Notes on cassette tape
Safety tab (accidental erasure prevention tab)
After an important recording has been finished, break the safety tab,
to prevent the recorded contents from being erased or recorded on
accidentally.
Cover with adhesive tape.
To re-record
Notes:
1. 120-minute cassette tape
Since a 120-minute 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.
Cleaning the head section
Cotton swab
nents
1. Open the cassette holder.
Head Pinch
roller pinch roller carefully.
Tape guides
Cleaning the heads and peripheral compo- |§Demagnetizing the head
For maintaining the best condition of the desk and the sound quality willbe deteriorated. Insucha case,
vases for longer service life, always keep the head (record- | demagnetize the head using a commercially avail-
ing/playback/erase), capstan and pinch roller clean, | able demagnetizer (head eraser).
To clean them, perform the following:
|
2.
Using
a
cotton
swab
dipped
in
alcohol,
clean
the
There
are
precisely
aligned
parts
around
the
heads,
head (recording/playback/erase),
capstan
and
_
including
the tape
guides.
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.
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.
When the recording/playback head is magnetized,
Note:
When cleaning, pay special attention so as not to
apply shock to them.
Beware of condensation
When water vapor comes into contact with the surface of cold
material, water drops are produced.
lf condensation occurs, correct operation may not be possible, or
the unit may not function correctly.
This is nota malfunction, however, and the unit should be dried. (To
do this, turn the POWER switch ON and leave the unit as it is for
several hours.)
Be especially careful in the following conditions:
@ When the unit is brought from a cold place to a warm place, and
there is a large temperature difference.
e@ When a heater starts operating.
@ When the unit is brought from an air-conditioned place to a place
of high temperature with high humidity.
@ When there is a large difference between the internal tempera-
ture of the unit and the ambient temperature, or in conditions
where condensation occurs easily.
a
6 KRx-792 (En)

Antenna connections
@ AM loop antenna connection
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.
Antenna stand
@ AM outdoor antenna connection
If the reception is poor when the AM loop antenna is used, distribute
a vinyl-coated wire of more than 6 meters outdoors, without
disconnecting the loop antenna.
@ FM outdoor antenna connection
It is recommended to install an exclusive FM outdoor antenna to
capture FM broadcasts with high sound quality.
Use a coaxial cable for the connection between the outdoor antenna
and FM ANTENNA terminal on the rear panel. For the connection
between the coaxial cable and FM ANTENNA terminal, please refer
to the illustration.
AM
@ FM indoor antenna connection
The supplied antenna is for indoor use. For stable reception, remove
the indoor antenna after installing an outdoor antenna as soon as
possible.
@) Find the position that provides best
reception.
@ Fix the end with thumbtack or drawing pin.
Connection method to each
antenna
terminal
FM
DE-EMPHASIS/CHANNEL
SPACE switch
@) Push lever.
@ Insert cord.
A
—_
>i)
@) Return lever.
ile
m@ FM DE-EMPHASIS/CHANNEL
SPACE switch
(Except for some areas)
The FM DE-EMPHASIS/CHANNEL SPACE switch on the rear panel
is Set to the correct setting that prevails in the area to which the unit
is shipped. However, if the FM DE-EMPHASIS/CHANNEL SPACE
setting is not matched to the area where the unit is to be used; for
instance, when you move from area 1 to area 2 or vice versa,
desired reception of AM/FM broadcasts is not expected. In this
case, change the FM DE-EMPHASIS/CHANNEL SPACE setting in
accordance with the area corresponding to the table. The FM DE-
EMPHASIS is switched over at the same time.
CHANNEL FM DE-
SPACE freq. | EMPHASIS
U.S.A., Canada, and South FM : 100 kHz
American countries AM: 10 kHz
FM : 50 kHz
AM: 9 kHz
@ When changing the setting of the FM DE-EMPHASIS/CHANNEL
SPACE switch, first disconnect the power cord, then reset the
channel space switch, connect the power cord again, and turn the
power on.
75 us |
2.| Other countries 50 us |
KRX-792 (En) 7

System connections
Make connection as shown 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.
AC outlets
U.S.A.,C. da, and
FM DE-EMPHASIS/CHANNEL SPACE switch
(Except for some areas)(Refer to page 7.) Australia
AC voltage selector
Turntable
(Except
for
some
areas)
CD player
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Antenna terminals
(Refer to page 7.)
By connecting this unit to other KENWOOD system To wall
BEAT CANCEL switch Daas components equipped with SYSTEM CONTROL AC outlet
(Refer to page 16.) terminals, the following convenient operations will
be available.
1. Automatic play operation
2. Synchro recording
3. Remote control
M Connection of speakers
@) Push lever.
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@) Insert cord.
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SPEAKERS (8~46 0)
@ Never short-circuit the + and — speaker cords.
@ lf the left and right speakers are connected inversely or if the speaker
cords are connected with reversed polarity, the sound becomes
unnatural with ambiguous acoustic image positioning. Be sure to
connect the speakers and speaker cords correctly.
Notes:
1. Connect all cords firmly. If connections are loose, there could be loss of sound or noise produced.
2. When plugging and unplugging connection cords be sure to first remove the power cord from the AC outlet. Plugging/unplugging connection
cords without removal of the power cord can cause malfunctions or damage to 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.
8 KRx-792 (En)

Controls and indicators
@ Tuner
Stereo (ST) indicator SLEEP indicator
AUTO indicator ON time indicator OFF time indicator
Memory
(MEMO.)
TUNED
indicator
Timer
program
indicator
No.
indicators
|
Band select indicators
Frequency display
POWER key Remote sensor SLEEP timer key TUNING key
(DOWN/UP)
P.CALL key
Numeric
keys
ADJUST
key
BAND
select
key
Preset
channel
keys
EXE.
1
2
key
(Timer execution)
PROG. 1 key
PROG. 2 key
(Program)
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Controls and indicators
Pee
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m@ Amplifier
Tone control knobs
BASS
TREES
KENWOOD | stereo inTEGRATED AMPUFIER KRX-782
Input indicators
VOLUME CONTROL knob/
Point indicator
PHONES jack
SPEAKERS ON/OFF key
mM Cassette deck
ONE WAY
MODE indicator
DUBBING
indicators
Deck A
Tape transport
direction indicators
Cassette holder
(DeckA)
KENWOOD stereo pousLe CASSETTE DECK
Rewind key
key
Reverse
play key
| Stop key
DUBBING
NOR. HIGH
EJECT key
(Deck A)
Input select keys
DOLBY NR
indicator
CRLS
indicator
ONE WAY
MODE
EJECT key
(Deck B)
Fast foward
Operation keys for deck A
10
KRX-792 (En)
BALANCE control knob
PAUSE
indicator
RECording
indicator
Deck B
Tape transport
direction indicators
Cassette holder
(Deck B)
PAUSE key
DOLBY NR key
CRLS key
ONE WAY
MODE key
RECording key
Dubbing keys
NOR.
HIGH
Operation keys for deck B

Operation of remote control unit
Consult the instruction manuals for CD player (DP-492-DP-R792) or turntable (KD-491F) on how to use CD or turntable keys.
Other keys have the same function as those on the main system.
Keys indicated as [7] are not used with this unit.
4 ™ Loading batteries
Transmitter
1 Remove the cover.
KENWOOD
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Cassette Deck A
operation keys Se So
GEG Be Cassette Deck B
me) oo operation keys
CD player S&C)
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Tune pcan operation keys
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Input select ‘nf httt1— MUTE k
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TAPEA
TAPER
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Insert
two
AA-size
(R6/AA)
batteries
mr eae ena:
[ah VOLUME CONTROL as indicated by the polarity marking
POWER key DOWN/UP keys
3 Close the cover.
SLEEP timer key
Model name: RC-892
Infrared system
M@ Operation procedure
Plug the power cord of the system into an AC wall | __}— Remote control light sensor
outlet, and press the key on the remote control
unit to turn the power on.
When the power is turned on, press the key of the source
component to be operated.
Approx.
@ When two operation keys on the remote control unit are pressed
successively, press each key securely reserving an interval of
more than 1 second for each press.
@ Components connected via the system control cords, such as the
CD player, can also be remote-controlled. In this case, please read
the instruction manual supplied with your CD player. Operating range
Notes:
1. The supplied batteries are intended for use in operation checks. Therefore, their lives may be shorter than ordinary batteries.
2. When the remote-controllable distance gets shorter than before, replace both batteries with new ones.
3. Malfunction may occur if direct sunlight or the light of a high-frequency lighting fluorescent lamp enters the remote control light sensor. In such
a Case, change the system installation position to prevent the malfunction.
KRX-792 (En) 11

Clock adjustment
The tuner incorporates a clock. By adjusting the time of the clock, the time can be used not only for the clock display but
also in the timer function.
Numeric keys
ENTER key
ADJUST key
Insert the power plug into an AC power outlet.
e@ The clock display blinks.
Enter the clock adjustment mode.
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ue wou
The leftmost character on the
clock display blinks.
Set the time.
To input 9:05 AM: press (0), [9], [0], 5).
To input 4:50 PM: press [1], (6, 5, 0.
Press the ENTER key.
The clock will start to work.
@ Correct time can be set by pressing the key at the same
time as a broadcast time announcement.
STAND BY mode of POWER key
When the power cord of this system is plugged into an AC power
outlet, the clock display of the tuner lights up regardiess of the ON/
OFF setting of the key.
This indicates that a small amount of current is being supplied to the
unit to back up the memory contents and support the timer function.
This mode is referred to as the Stand By mode. While the clock
display is lit, the power of the system can be switched ON/OFF from
the remote control unit.
Note:
The time display blinks after a power failure or when the power cord was unplugged from the power outlet. In this case, set the time again.
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Listening to sound
For details, also refer to the instruction manuals provided
with the connected components.
Press the POWER key of the —@——
tuner.
@ The [POWER] key on the tuner 9%/ BY
can switch on/off the powers of
main system.
To listen to a radio broadcast
Tuner
Amplifier
Cassette deck
CD player
{optional)
To listen to a tape
To listen to a CD
Select the tuner input.
Select a broadcasting band by
pressing the BAND key (2).
BAND
Select a station.
Press the TUNING UP or DOWN
key (1).
DOWN TUNING uP
Insert a tape in Deck A.
Indicator
Play the tape.
Press the [b>] key @).
Place a CD on the tray.
Label side
Play the CD.
Press the key (5).
3 Adjust the volume.
@ Turn the VOLUME CONTROL @) for an optimum volume.
@ If sound is not output, check the connections described from page 8 again.
Input selector keys of amplifier
Priority order 1 Cassette deck ---.-
Priority order 2 CD player ------------
PHONO, AUX) is selected.
When the power is switched on, the input select keys of the amplifier are initialized as follows.
If a tape is present in a cassette deck, it is played back automatically. If tapes are present in both decks,
playback starts with Deck A.
If tapes are not present in cassette decks while a CD is present in the CD player, the CD is played.
If no tape or CD is present in the cassette decks and CD player, the input source which was selected before the power was turned off (TUNER,
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13

Audio adjustment
TONE CONTROL knobs VOLUME CONTROL knob
L)
O9OOOOOO0O008
m@ Adjusting the volume
(55) (53) (3) (5
Turn the VOLUME CONTROL knob.
PHONES jack BALANCE control knob
M Listening through headphones
1 Insert the headphone plug into the
headphones jack.
Main unit Remote control unit
PHONES
@ When adjusting the volume with the remote control unit,
the VOLUME CONTROL knob on the main unit rotates
while you press the key on the remote control unit.
2 Adjusting the left and right volume balance
L BALANCE R
Wa
To decrease right speaker C) To decrease left speaker
volume re) 6 volume
e@ Set the amplifier’s SPEAKERS switch to OFF.
2 Adjust the volume.
@ Adjusting the tone
TREBLE
SPEAKERS
switch
operation
SPEAKERS
To ~10 10+ To To -10 10+ To
decrease increase decrease Fe cpaats Each press switches the speakers ON or OFF.
Normally leave the speakers switched ON. In this position sound is
output from the connected speakers. During private listening using
headphones, switch the speakers OFF.
@ To mute the sound temporarily
Automatic play operation function associated with
Press
the
MUTE
key.
input
selector
keys
of
amplifier
The automatic play operation allows to start playing the selected
input source by simply pressing the input selector key (TAPE A,
TAPE B, TUNER, CD or PHONO). It also allows to select a correct
input selector key on the amplifier by simply starting playback on the
desired input source component.
The same operation is also possible with the input selector keys on
Remote control only the remote control unit.
The input source selected at the moment the power is switched ON
is the last source (TUNER, CD, etc.) selected before switching the
@ Pressing the key again resumes the previous volume. power OFF.
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Operation of tuner
TUNING key
™@ Receiving broadcast stations and
storing
them
in
memory
(preset
Numeric,
+10
keys
ENTER
key
|
AUTO
key
operation)
een,
Select the TUNER source.
Select the broadcast band (FM, AM).
The bands are switched as follows
every time the [BAND] key is pressed.
FM <> AM
@ The frequency is displayed for a few seconds
whena key associated with tuning is pressed.
Select the tuning mode.
AUTO indicator fights up.
Press the key to select the auto (AUTO lighted)
@
Normally,
select
the
auto
mode
(with
AUTO
lighted).
or
manual
(not
lighted)
mode.
Tune the desired station.
DowN TUNING
To decrease To increase
hy Jy
Auto
tuning
mode
Manual
tuning
mode
Press
once.
Press
repeatedly,
or
press
and
(Tuning
stops
auto-
|
hold,
until
the
desired
station
is
matically
when
a
|
received.
station is received.)
e@ The TUNED a lights up when a station is received.
e@ Use manual tuning mode when the radio wave is weak and
noisy. At this time, the stereo FM broadcast is received in
monaural mode.
Store the station in preset memory.
(Q)
Press
the
[ENTER]
key.
2}
ENTER
|
indicator
lights
up.
e@ Proceed the step @® while the [MEMO] indicator is lighted.
@ Press the desired numeric key.
E H
SMS
0)
©
©
© ©
©
@ ® ©
~
To select preset No. 20:
@
When
a
station
has
previously
been
preset
under
the
numeric
key
pressed,
the
newly
preset
station
replaces
the
previous
station.
@
When
preset
is
to
be
continued,
repeat
steps
2
to
5.
@
A
total
of
20
stations
can
be
preset
in
memory
regardless
of
their
broadcast
bands.
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Operation of tuner
i Ee a]
Numeric keys
P.CALL key
+10 key
M@ Receiving a preset station @ Listening to all preset stations
in sequence (PRESET CALL)
Select the desired station. Press the P.CALL key.
Press the numeric key. P.CALL
Ex.) To select preset No.3 :
To select preset No. 10: fol
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Main unit Remote control unit
@ With the key on the tuner main unit, preset stations are received
in order of 1 > 2--- 19 4 20 > 1.-- every time the key is pressed.
@ With the key on the remote control unit, preset stations are
received in order of 1 > 2.-- 19 20 > 1.-- every time the
(UP) key is Se or in order of 20 > 19--- 2 > 1 -> 20--- every
@ The frequency of the station received will be displayed. time the (DOWN) key is pressed.
BEAT CANCEL switch
A high-pitched beat sound is sometimes heard when making
recordings from AM broadcasts. When this occurs, the beat sound
can be canceled by setting this switch to “1” or “2”.
Beat sound may also appear when listening to AM broadcasts
during tape dubbing: this beat sound can also be canceled by setting
the BEAT CANCEL switch to "1" or “2”.
Move switch lever with a small screwdriver or other pointed tool.
Last channel memory
Wh
‘
i
i
ifier’
2
When the tuner Ss band selector is switched or when the amplifier’s BEAT CANCEL ~ 4
Input selector is switched from another source to TUNER, the last 1!
received station is recalled for each of FM, AM when the [POWER
key on the tuner is switched ON. Rear panel
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Playback of cassette deck
Eject key Eject key
(Deck A) (Deck B)
DOLBY NR key
ONE
WAY
Deck
B
Operation
keys
MODE
key
Deck A Operation keys
—@ To play back a tape
1 Insert a cassette tape.
Close securely
Press the [EJECT] key. by pressing upper inside.
Ss
@ The type of tape, Normal, Chrome or Metal, is detected and set automatically.
@ Be sure to remove tape slack before insertion.
2 Determine the playback conditions.
(1)
Select
the
playback
mode.
(2)
Select
the
Dolby
NR
mode.
ON
ae
DOLBY
NR
ON ON (Lights up): Play only one side ON
of
tape.
;
(lights
up)!
(lights
up)
|
OFF
(Goes
off):
Play
both
sides
OFF
;---::
endlessly. ; ff)
goes 0
Dolby NR (Noise Reduction)
The Dolby NR system minimizes tape noise heard during tape
playback by utilizing the characteristics of tape recording and
playback. The tapes recorded with Dolby NR ON must be played
back with Dolby NR ON.
To stop playback, press the [ml] key.
@ When the [ONE WAY MODE] key is set to ON, the playback stops
automatically at the end of tape.
@ Do not press the [EJECT] key until the tape has stopped com-
pletely.
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Playback of cassette deck
Fes Bt a BR LR ERR |
Tape transport direction indicators
Deck A Operation keys ONE WAY Deck B Operation keys
MODE key
@ To wind the tape at high speed M@ Relay playback
This function plays back the tapes in both decks A and
1 Stop playback. B continuously and repeatedly.
1 Insert tapes.
“Ch
2 Press the [<<] key or [>>] key.
caf-[ + [-)=
[~~]: Fast tape winding [>>]: Fast tape winding
in the @ direction in the ™ direction
Deck A Deck B
@ Tapes are played in the directions indicated by their respec-
tive indicators.
2 Press the ONE WAY MODE key to ON.
ONE WAY
To stop fast tape winding
| (J aaa CG)
Tape transport direction indicators
The —«@ pe indicators show the direction of tape transport in its
playback or recording. The direction selected when the tape was
stopped the last time is maintained even after the power is turned (=) Cc)
off. When the tape is started automatically by the automatic play
operation, etc., the transport starts with the direction shown by the
direction indicator. If you want to change the transport direction for
the next time the power is turned on, press the play key of the
opposite direction before turning power off.
ONE WAY MODE
indicator should
light up.
@ Relay playback cannot be initiated if this mode is OFF.
3 Start playback.
@ The playback starts with the deck the play key of which is
<J]
TAPE
DIRECTION
<1
TAPE
pressed.
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DPSS operation
un
ar
a
TT
The
DPSS
(Direct
Program
Search
System)
enables
the
following
convenient
operations
according
to
the
instructions
of
the
operation
keys
(these
operation
are,
however,
not
available
on
both
decks
simultaneously).
The
DPSS
functions
are
based
on
the
detection
of
non-recorded
spaces
of
4
seconds
or
more
between
tunes.
1.
Skip
play:
By
specifying
a
tune
located
several
tunes
beyond
{or
behind)
the
tune
being
played,
skips
tunes
between
the
current
tune,
and
the
selected
tune,
and
starts
playback
from
the
beginning
of
the
selected
tune.
Up
to
16
tunes
can
be
skipped
in
Skip
Search.
2.
Single-tune
repeated
playback:
One
single
tune
is
played
back
repeatedly
up
to
16
times.
3.
Rewind
&
Play:
Rewinds
the
tape
to
the
beginning
and
starts
playback
from
there.
4.
Dash
&
Play:
If
anon-recorded
space
of
more
than
10
seconds
is
detected
during
playback,
that
space
will
be
skipped
by
fast
tape
winding.
Tune being played
Previous
tunes tunes
i BO tion keys
Space
(non-recorded)
ane
Space
(non-recorded)
Deck
A
Operation
keys
Sect
Deck
peration
key:
MODE key
Tape transport direstion §=£—- >
Hm Skip play operation
The
example
below
shows
the
case
in
which
the
direction
indicated
by
the
tape
transport
direction
indicator
is
>.
If
the
direction
indicated
by
the
tape
direction
indicator
is
4,
always
press
the
keys
for
the
opposite
directions
to
those
shown
in
the
illustrations
below.
To
play
a
tune
located
immediately
after
the
tune
To
play
the
tune
being
played
from
the
beginning
being
played
atl
E
Ce
Press
once
during
the
playback.
Press
once
during
the
playback.
To
play
a
tune
located
4
tunes
beyond
To
play
tune
located
4
tunes
behind
efLE) CE =
Press 4 times during the playback. Press 5 times during the playback.
The DPSS will not function properly with the following types of tapes.
@ Tapes containing spaces of 4 seconds or more, such as conversations and speeches.
@ Tapes containing extremely low levels or non-recorded spaces in the middle of tunes, such as classical music.
@ Tapes containing recording or large noise between tunes.
@ Tapes containing spaces of less than 4 seconds between tunes.
@ Tapes recorded with low recording level.
e@ Tapes recorded using Cross-fade recording.
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DPSS operation
M@ Rewind & Play operation
This operation is not available from the remote control
unit.
Direction of tape direction indicator:
al
- Press simultaneously.
Direction of tape direction indicator: ~<a
casi |e
Press simultaneously.
To cancel the playback above in the middle
@ Playback is stopped.
20 KRx-792 (En)
M Single-tune repeated playback
operation
1 Play the tune to be repeated.
sae
2 Press the play key of the same direction as the
current tape transport direction.
When direction of tape direction indicator is >:
—
e@ Normal playback resumes after repeating the same tune for
16 times.
@ Dash & Play operation
The Dash & Play skips long non-recorded spaces auto-
matically as the tape is played.
This operation is not available from the remote control
unit.
1 Determine the playback mode (conditions).
ONE WAY
MODE
ON ' One side is repeated
: : 8 times, after which
(lights up) | ptayback stops.
Two sides are repeated
: 8 times, after which
(goes off) + playback stops.
i
OFF 277:
2 Press the [<Jand [>] keys simultaneously.