Kenwood MIDI M-97 User manual

COMPACT AUDIO SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
COO/ANA
MIDI
M-97M

Introduction
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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
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your listening pleasure will be enhanced right from the start.
You will notice that in all aspects of planning, engineering, Accessories
styling, operating convenience and adaptability we have sought T-type (FM) feeder Loop antenna
to anticipate your needs and desires. antenna
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
For your records
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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
Antenna
adaptor
whenever
you
cai!
upon
your
dealer
for
information
or
service
(75
Q/300
Q)
on this product.
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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 pack-
ing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in
the future.
The
marking
of
products
using
lasers
(Except
for
some
areas).
AC plug adaptor
{except for some areas)
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
This
label
is
attached
to
the
rear
panel
and
says
that
the
component
uses
laser
beams
that
have
been
classified
as
Class
1.
It
means
that
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For
the
unit
with
a
European
AC plug in areas other than
Europe.
When your unit needs to be repaired, bring the entire set
(Speakers excluded) to your dealer.
Co
nte
nts
Caution:
Read
the
pages
marked
A
carefully
to
ensure
safe
operation.
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the
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utilizing
laser
beams
that
are
of
a
weaker
class.
There
is
no
danger
of
hazardous
radiation
outside
the
unit.
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Before applying power
For the U.S.A. and Canada
A Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
For Australia and Europe
Important!
Units shipped to the U.S.A. and Canada are designed for
operation on 120 volts AC only.
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 the United Kingdom
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.
Important! eee ae
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selection
Units shipped to the U.K. are designed for operation on 240 : ;
volts
AC
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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
The
mains
plug
must
be
removed
from
the
wall
socket
prior
to
voltage
that
prevails
in
the
area
to
which
the
unitis
shipped.
Before
any
internal
examination.
connecting
the
power
cord
to
your
AC
outlet,
make
sure
that
the
The
wires
in
this
mains
lead
are
coloured
in
accordance
with
the
setting
position
of
this
switch
matches
your
line
voltage.
If
not,
it
:
:
must
be
set
to
your
voltage
in
accordance
with
the
following
following
code:
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AC
voltage
selector
switch
The wires in this mains lead must be connected to the terminals So
in
the
plug
as
follows:
Type
A
Wire colour Plug terminal marking [
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to
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switch
lever
to
match
your
line
voltage
with
Notes:
——_
a
small
screwdriver
or
other
pointed
tool.
1. If a 13-amp plug is used, this must be fitted with a 13-amp
fuse. Note:
2.
If
a
3-pin
plug
with
earthing
contact
is
used,
no
wire
must
be
Our
warranty
does
not
cover
damage
caused
by
excessive
line
connected
to
the
£
terminal.
voltage
due
to
improper
setting
of
the
AC
voltage
selector
switch.
Safety precautions
WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
APPLIANCE
TO RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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
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.
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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. !f 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
future. 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 in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation !s 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.
M-97/97M(En)}
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“\ Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
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 as a hair
pin or aneedle, 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.
Enclosure removal — Never remove the enclosure.
If the internal parts are touched accidentally, a serious
electric shock might occur.
10.Magnetic fields - Keep the appliance away from
11.
sources of magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker
systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized
objects.
Cleaning — 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 aclean 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 should
be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.

13.Lightning — For added protection for this appliance during
14, Abnormal! smell! — !f an abnorma! sme!! or
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.
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!
15.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 resultin 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.
16.Servicing - The user should not attempt to service
17.
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.
Article 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, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See
Figure.
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ELECTRICAL CODE
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A Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
18.Power lines — An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overheated 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.
19.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 aniron or toaster,
to it to prevent fire or electric shock.
20.
Overloading
-
Do
not
overload
wall
outlets,
extension
21
22
23.
cords, or integral 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.
Notes:
1.
2.
3:
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.
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Before operation
@ Notes on cassette tape
@ Safety tab (accidental erasure prevention tab) @ To store cassette tapes
After
an
important
recording
has
been
finished,
break
the
Do
not
store
the
tapes
in
a
place
which
is
subject
to
direct
sun-
safety
tab,
to
prevent
the
recorded
contents
from
being
light,
or
near
equipment
that
generates
heat.
Keep
the
cassette
erased or recorded on accidentally. tapes away from any magnetic field.
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@ 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.
To re-record Cover with adhesive tape.
Apply tape only to the position
where the tab has been removed.
Notes:
1. 120-minute cassette tape: 2. Endless tapes:
Since
a
120-minute
cassette
tape
is
very
thin,
the
tape
could
Do
not
use
an
endless
tape,
as
this
could
damage
the
mecha-
adhere to the pinch roller or be easily cut. It is recommended nism of the unit.
that these tapes not be used with this unit to prevent possible
damage.
™@ Cleaning the head section
Cleaning the heads and peripheral Demagnetizing the head
Cotton
Swab
components:
When
the
recording/playback
head
is
magnetized,
For maintaining the best condition of the deck the sound quality will be deteriorated. In such a
and for longer service life, always keep the case, demagnetize the head using a commercially
Capstan head (recording/playback/erase), capstan and available demagnetizer (head eraser).
f pinch roller clean.
To clean them, perform the following: Note:
1. Open the cassette holder. There are precisely aligned parts around the
2. Using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol, clean heads, including the tape guides.
the head (recording/playback/erase), capstan When cleaning, pay special attention so as not to
Pinch Roller and pinch roller carefully. apply shock to them.
Tape guides
M@ Beware of condensation
When
water
vapor
comes
into
contact
with
the
surface
of
cold
Be
especially
careful
in
the
following
conditions
material,
water
drops
are
produced.
@
When
the
unit
is
brought
from
a
cold
place
to
a
warm
place,
If
condensation
occurs,
correct
operation
may
not
be
possible,
or
and
there
is
a
large
temperature
difference.
the unit may not function correctly. @ When a heater starts operating.
This
is
not
a
malfunction,
however,
and
the
unit
should
be
dried.
@
When
the
unit
is
brought
from
an
air-conditioned
place
to
a
(To
do
this
turn
the
POWER
switch
ON
and
leave
the
unit
as
it
is
piace
of
high
temperature
with
high
humidity.
for
several
hours.)
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.
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Disc handling precautions
Cleaning
if fingerprints or foreign matter
become attached to the disc,
lightly wipe the disc with a soft
cotton cloth (or similar) from the
center of the disc outwards in a
Handling radia! manner.
Hold compact discs so that
you do not touch the play-
ing surface.
Label side
Playing side
Storage
When a disc is not to be played
for a long period of time, remove
it from the CD player and store it
in its case.
Do not attach paper or tape
to either the playing side or
the label side of compact
discs.
Caution on disc used
Never play a cracked or warped disc.
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player.
Therefore, to avoid danger, never use a cracked or deformed disc
or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.
Note
related
to
transportation
and
movement
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Before transporting or moving the CD PLAYER, carry out the fol- aActsea ne
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operations.
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1. Turn the power ON but do not load a disc or magazine.
2.
Wait
a
few
seconds
and
verify
that
the
display
shown
ap-
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pears.
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@ Memory backup function
Stored contents cleared at least 3 days after the last power OFF
(STAND
BY
mode)
Cassette
deck
(Direction
and
recording
level)
Stored contents cleared immediately when power plug is unplugged
from
power
outlet.
(Clock
of)
tuner
Stored contents cleared in at least 3 days after power plug is un- f
plugged from power outlet. (Preset stations of) tuner
Dolby
noise
reduction
and
HX
Pro
headroom
extension
manufactured
under
license
from
Dolby
Laboratories
Licensing
Corporation.
HX
Pro originated
by Bang
&
Olufsen.
“DOLBY, the double-D symbol O0 and "HX PRO” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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System
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™@ Basic 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
complete.
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wall
AC
outlet
video
Tuner
T-76L
CD player
DP-M87
(DP-97)
system |
Cassette deck
X-87
‘| control cord
system
CONTROL
Note:
This
illustration
shows
the
M-97M
system.
With
the
M-97
system,
the
CD
player
is
the
DP-97
and
some
part
of the layout is different.
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@ Precautions for connections
Basic precautions
1. Connect all cords firmly. If connections are loose there could
be loss of sound or noise produced.
2. Do not connect up a power source which is larger than that in-
dicated on the socket at the rear of the unit.
3. When stacking components, follow the indicated order in the
connections diagram.
Connection of flat cord
(System contro! cord)
1. When plugging the connector:
Hold the connector in parallel with the socket on the rear
panel, and insert securely until it clicks.
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2. When unplugging the connector:
Push and hold the two ends of the connector and pull it
straight from the rear panel socket.
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3. Wire and connect the system control cord as in-
dicated in the connection diagram.
4. When plugging and unplugging connection cords after con-
nections are complete, be sure to first remove the power
cord from the AC outlet. Plugging/unplugging connection
cords without removal of the power cord can cause malfunc-
tions or damage to the unit.
ADAPTOR jacks on the amplifier rear panel
When an adaptor-type component such as a graphic equalizer
is connected, unplug the shorting pins from the ADAPTOR
jacks and connect the component to these jacks.
ADAPTOR
Shorting pins
@ When the ADAPTOR jacks are not used, be sure to plug
the shorting pins into the jacks. Otherwise, the sound will
not be produced.
@ When the ADAPTOR jacks are used, retain the shorting
pins and be careful not to lose them.
@ Never plug a shorting pin into other jacks than ADAPTOR
jacks. Otherwise, the unit may be damaged.
AC outlets on the rear panel of the amplifier
Unit destination Shape of the AC outlet
For AUSTRALIA
For Europe
For other countries
* CAUTION (For U.K.)
When
using
the
AC
outlets
equipped
with
this
unit,
be
sure
to
consult your dealer for the corresponding plug.
M-97/97M(En)
9

System connections
Connection of antennas
@ AM loop antenna connection
The supplied antenna is for indoor use. Place it as far as possi-
ble from the main system, TV set, speaker cords and power
cord, and set it to a direction which provides the best reception.
Connect to the
screw terminals. reception. Fix two ends.
H 75 © coaxial cable connection
@ Arrange the coaxial cable as illustrated.
Outer shield
Inne
(Braid) ey
conductor:
RG-6 (5C-2V) or RG-59 {3C-2V)}
® Insert into the slit on the clip. Fasten the
bands A and B, using a pair of pliers.
10 = _™-97/97MiEn)
Find the position that provides best
@® Open the antenna adaptor.
Open the claws with the fingers to
release the lock and pull out the cover.
@ AM outdoor antenna connection
If the reception is poor when the AM loop antenna is used, dis-
tribute a vinyl-coated wire of more than 6 meters outdoors,
without disconnecting the loop antenna.
@® Remove the inner conductor from the
groove of pole @ and insert it in the
groove of pole
© Connect the adaptor to the antenna ter-
minal.

@ Connection of main speakers and omnidirectional speakers (optional)
Omnidirectional speaker OMNI-7
(set of 2 units, optional)
(Right) (Left)
Terminal on main speakers
r
1) While pushing lever, 2) Insert cord.
—_
+)
7
i
’
;
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terminal
T
To (-) To (+) terminal o(-)
terminal
White-lined
=e
ead
(816)
White-lined
|
terminal
wire = ~li7 L_| wire
3) Release the lever. _ ee PA eee
No color fey No color
;
—T
pare
FRONT (MAIN) SPEAKERS (6160)
Black
Terminal on amplifier
r
1) Push lever, 2) Insert cord,
ol
—
3) Return lever.
Amplifier A-97
Main
speaker
rear
panel
(Right)
Main
speaker
rear
panel
(left)
@Never
short-circuit
the
+
and
-
speaker
cords.
- :
—
.
k
@
Be
sure
to
connect
the
speaker
cords
properly,
for
wrong
con-
@For
the
connection
of
the
optional
omnidirectional
speakers
nections
in
terms
of
the
left
and
right
of
the
polarity
make
the
(OMNI-7),
read
carefully
the
instruction
manual
provided
positioning
of
the
musical
instruments,
etc.,
unclear
and
the
with
them.
sound
unnatural.
®
Connections
of
super
woofer
(optional),
surround
(rear)
speakers
(optional)
and center speaker (optional)
Super Woofer, SW-900 or SW-9
(optional), or other speaker
8Q or MORE
Center speaker,
CS-6 or CS-3 (optional)
Omni Pre-Out jack
When
the
graphic
equalizer
(GE-970)
is
con-
nected
and
a
DSP
presence
(F.4ch
or
S.4ch)
mode
is
used,
you
can
connect
a
wireless
speaker,
etc.,
available
in
audio
stores,
for
use
as
an
additional
rear
speaker.
[
*
IMPORTANT
This
option
may
not
be
available
in
some
areas.
For
details
on
options,
consult
your
dealer.
|
M-97/97M(En) 11

System connections
a
@
Connection
with
AV
components
(optional)
@
The
connection
cords
are
not
provided
for
this
system.
@
One
of
the
following
video
components
can
be
connected
in
place
of
the
BS
tuner.
@LD
player
@Video
camera
(play
only)
@Video
deck
(play
only)
@
In
place
of
the
MD
(Mini
Disc)
recorder,
a
DAT
recorder,
etc.,
can
be
connecied.
Monitor TV
Analog disc turntable
!
BS
tuner
ol=o = 1
AUDIO OUT
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VIDEO IN | Use a monitor TV equipped
with a VIDEO input jack.
Video cord
Video cord
AUDIO AUDIO
IN OUT
MD recorder (or DAT)
Amplifier A-97
AUDIOJAUDIO VIDEO
iN OUT
= —
| EEE
———______— an ee
Video deck
12. M-97/97M(En)

Controls and indicators
im
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@ Amplifier A-97
INPUT
SELECTOR
knob
Video
input
indicators
BALANCE
knob
LINEAR
ACOUSTIC
knob
DUAL
SOUND
key
CD
DIRECT
key
VOLUME
CONTROL
knob
KENWOOD stereo intecratep AMPLIFIER A-9
ES |
UNEAR
AcousTIC
VOLUME
CONTROL,
INPUT SI BALANCE
POWER
key
/
CD
REC
key
Tone
control
knobs
ON
/
STAND
BY
indicator
indicator
BASS
TREBLE
PHONES
jack
N.B.CIRCUIT
key
VISUAL
FIX
key
/
indicator
OMNI INPUT key
Character information
display on input, etc.
Input indicator
Omni
input
indicator
CD
REC
indicator
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BR
SORES
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AM
IAN
VAN
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AM
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DUAL
SOUND
indicator
N.B.circuit
indicator
CD DIRECT indicator
M-97/97M(En) 13

Controls and indicators
@ Tuner T-76L
Tuned mode indicators
Tuned mode indicators
TUNED indicator
AUTO STEREO TUNEO
o OBB BB Oi: ON 2, econ
Al TIMER
1¢2
SLEEP
say a s 6
Day-of-the-week indicators
Timer execution key
(EXE.) key
ENTER key
ADJUST key
KENWOOD FeywwiLw STEREO SYNTHESIZER TUNER T-75L
Al TIMER indicators
SLEEP timer indicator
One-touch timer indicator
MEMORY indicator
Timer program number indicator
Character display
Frequency, Broadcast station name,
Present time, Date.
CHARACTER key
DIGIT key
Al TIMER 1 key
Al TIMER 2 key
EVERY WEEK! WEEK2
One-touch timer key
(O.T.T.)
TUNING/CHARACTER knob
SY TUNINGCHARACTER A
BAND select key
AUTO key
DIRECT key
DISPLAY key
Numeric keys, +10 key:
For broadcast station
preset, day-of-the-week
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a
SUEEP PRAGRAM |
PROGRAM key
SLEEP key
CLEAR key
CHECK key
14 M-97/97M{En)
set operations

@
CD
PLAYER
DP-97
(For
M-97
system)
EDIT mode indicator
Play mode indicator CCRS indicator REPEAT indicator
TRACK mode j
PGM mode Program check indicator
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PEM]
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SPACE
indicator
sence
uaneont
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Bilas
12 13
14
15
Music
calender
(1
~
20)
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Playback indicator
Pause indicator
EDIT file indicators
TRACK No. indicator | Time counter, Program No.
SINGLE TIME
TOTAL TIME
STOP key
P. MODE key | Search key
REPEAT key OPEN/CLOSE
key
Disc tray
Skip key
key
KENWOOD compact o1sc|PLaYER oP-97
1BiIT
DISITAL PULAE AXIS CONTROL
REPEAT
CHECK key
EDIT
mode
key
|
CLEAR
key
TIME
DISPLAY
key
SPACE key
PLAY/PAUSE
Numeric key, +10 key
M-97/97M(En)

Controls and indicators
RR gp get A 0 a A TT Ee ND I a ce
@ CD Player DP-M87 (For M-97M system)
RANDOM indicator EDIT mode indicators
REPEAT indicator
Program mode indicator
SPACE
indicator
Program
check
indicator
fPcm | RANDOM DISC
GONE ALL NO.
SINGLE TIME 1 2 3 4 5
TOTAL TIME 6 7 8 9g 10
coo oo coc 1 12 13 14 15
Li Li Li Li ti 16 17 18 19 20
REPEAT
TRACK NO.
Disc indicators
Li:
Play track number
display Time display
CCRS
recording
indicator
Track
numbers
Play indicator ;
Play disc number display
Pause indicator
Magazine
Plus-1 tray
When door is open
RANDOM key Disc selector keys ([7]~ [6], [P])
TIME
key
Plus-1
tray
open/
SPACE key close key
KENWOOD
MULTIPLE COMPACT CISC PLAYER OP-M87
™ 6 DISC MAGAZINE PLUS TRAY ©
Search key
EDIT MODE key M.EJECT key
REPEAT
key
Stop
DOOR open/close key
16 = ™-97/97MiEn)
Skip keys
key
Play/pause key

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TI
Pa
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Se
ET
ee
M@ Cassette deck X-87
Peak level indicator
DOLBY NR indicator DOLSY NA]
AUTO BIAS indicator
HIGH CORS
Bima, hom
al a et iM Ma na iM i Deck B transport direction indicators
Deck A transport Lae UN ,
direction indicators
Multi-display:
Recorded source, Counter A/B,
Fade mode, Recording level
Deck A
eject key
DOLBY NR key
KENWOOD SEES
ecord indicator
Pause indicator
1
Transport mode indicator
Deck B
eject key
DIRECTION select key
(Tape transport mode)
CCRS recording keys
NORMAL key
HIGH key
Record key
(@ REC)
Deck B operation keys
> : Fast forward key
<<: Fast reverse key
<,> : Play key
m : Stop key
Pause key
(11 PAUSE)
DUBBING keys
NORMAL key
HIGH
key
Memory
call
key
(M.
CALL)
REC LEVEL up/down key (SERA ~~ Saeeet
Deck A operation keys
mr : Fast forward key
<4: Fast reverse key
<,> : Play key
m : Stop key
DISPLAY key MODE key
Auto bias key (A. BIAS)
Counter reset key (C. RESET)
M-97/97M(En) 17

Operation of remote control unit
@ Loading batteries
1 Remove the cover.
@ Insert two AAA size (RO3) batteries as indicated by the
polarity marking.
== —— ae teers 5
For convenience in description, the illustration of the remote
control unit shown on subsequent pages donot show the
remote control unit cover.
@ Operation procedure
Plug
the
power
cord
of
the
system
into
an
AC
wall
outlet,
2
Remote
controt
light
sensor
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. 6 m
@
When
two
operation
keys
on
the
remote
control
unit
are
:
bd
pressed
successively,
press
each
key
securely
reserving
an
Operating
range
interval
of
more
than
1
second
for
each
press.
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
fight
sensor.
In
such
a case,
change
the
system
installation
position
to
prevent
the
malfunction.
.
18 = ™M-97/97M(En)

Input selector keys
MAIN INPUT key: Press to select the source
component to be played.
OMNI INPUT key: Press to select the component
to be played through the omni-
directional speakers (optional)
for duat sound play or in the
DSP presence mode.
DUAL SOUND key
SLEEP timer key
Cassette deck operation keys
To operate deck A, set the A/B switch to A. (The
@land (i) keys are invalid in this case.)
To operate deck B, set the A/B switch to B.
$$
Numeric keys
Function as the numeric keys of the CD player
when the CD input is selected.
Function as the numeric keys of the tuner when
the TUNER input is selected.
a an ee
Amplifer operation keys
LINEAR ACOUSTIC key, BGM key.
Surround function keys.
These keys are used when the graphic equalizer
(optional GE-970) is connected, REAR LEVEL
key, CENTER/OMNI LEVEL keys, DELAY TIME/
ASFC keys.
CD operation keys
As the M-97M and M-97 use the same model
of remote control unit, some of its keys cannot
be used with the M-97.
Keys usable with the M-97M system:
All keys can be used.
Keys usable with the M-97 system:
P.MODE key, EDIT MODE key, CLEAR key,
CHECK key.
z
A/B switch
Keys in the hashed section §§M can be used in
two ways. The two functions can be switched
according to the purpose of each operation,
®Keys which have two names printed on or
around them, one printed in white characters
and the other in brown characters, provide
the functions printed with brown characters
when the A/B switch is set to A, and provide
the functions printed with white characters
when the switch is set to B.
®@Other keys function regardless of the A/B
switch position.
POWER key
Tuner operation keys
BAND key, P.CALL keys
CD player basic operation
keys
Gand G) keys, key, key
When the A/B switch is set to A: and ©
keys
VOLUME CONTROL keys
Press
these
keys
to
adjust
the
volume.
When
these
keys
are
pressed,
the
VOLUME
CONTROL
knob
on
the
main
unit
rotates
and
the
indicator
on
it
blinks
at
high
speed.
MUTE key
Press to mute the sound temporarily.
Analog disc turntable operation
keys
These keys are used to operate the analog disc
[
turntables
of
KENWOOD
{optional
P-78,
P-66).
Graphic
equalizer
(optional
GE-
970)
operation
keys
Keys
related
to
graphic
equalizing
Al
key,
FILE
key,
M.CALL
key,
EFFECT
key,
ACTIVE
N.B.
key
Keys
related
to
surround
and
presence
effects
F.2CH
key,
F.4CH
key,
S.4CH
key,
OFF
key,
DOLBY
PRO
LOGIC
key,
DOLBY
3
STEREO
key,
TEST
TONE
key,
MULTI
CONTROL
key
Super
woofer
operation
keys
POWER
key,
VOLUME
CONTROL
keys
(Optional)
Model: RC-97M
Infrared ray system
M-97/97M(En)
19

Time adjustment
ENTER key ADJUST key Display
The
tuner
incorporates
the
clock
function.
Adjust
the
clock
to
the
exact
time,
especially
when
the
program
tim-
er function is to be used.
CLEAR key Numeric keys DISPLAY key
1 Press the ADJUST key.
2
Input
the
year
using
the
numeric
keys,
and
press
the
ENTER
key.
ENTER
To input 1994: press {1|,(9|,(9|,/4!. =
@ If you commit a mistake in the input of numeric keys, press
the [CLEAR| key, and re-start the input from the beginning.
3
Input
the
month
then
the
day,
and
press
the
ENTER
key.
To
input
March
7:
press
[0],
(3
;
[0
|
i:
.
-»
To
input
December
30:
press
[11,
[2]
,
[3]
'
[o|
:
@ If you commit a mistake in the input of numeric keys, press
the [CLEAR] key, and re-start the input from the beginning.
4 Input the time of the day.
To
input
9:05
AM:
press
,
|
9
.
Use
the
24-hour
system.
To input 4:50 PM: press | 1|, /6 ,{5
@ If you commit a mistake in the input of numeric keys, press
the [CLEAR] key, and re-start the input from the beginning.
By Press the ENTER key.
@For correct time adjustment, it is recommended to press the
ENTER|key at the same time as a time announcement.
Clock starts to work.
Note:
The
time
display
blinks
after
a
power
failure
or
when
the
power
cord
was
unplugged
from
the
power
outlet.
In
this
case,
adjust
the
time
again.
Displayed contents and DISPLAY key
Every
time
the}
DISPLAY;
key
is
pressed
while
a
radio
station
is
received,
the
displayed
content
is
switched
from
the
frequency
to
the
station
name,
present
time,
and
date
(month
and
day).
When
a
key
associated
with
tuning
is
pressed
while
the
date
or
time
is
being
displayed,
it
is
switched
to
the
frequency
display,
and
returns
to
the
previous
content
in
a
few
seconds.
When
the|DISPLAY|key
is
pressed
while
the
power
is
OFF,
the
displayed
content
is
switched
alternately
between
the
date
and
time.
20 = M-97/97M/En)