Kenwood KX-9050 User manual

CGOO/ANA
STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK
KX-9050
KX-90505
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
B60-0688-00 (P, E, T)
93/65 432192/121110 9876543

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 tradi-
tion of quality components that our company represents.
So that you can get the most out of your unit, we suggest that
you take the time to read through this manual before you hook
up and operate your system. This will acquaint you with oper-
ating features and system-connection considerations so that
your listening pleasure will be enhanced right from the start.
You will notice that in all aspects of planning, engineering,
styling, operating convenience and adaptability we have sought
to anticipate your needs and desires.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
For your records
Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in
the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space
provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers
whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service
on this product.
Model __ Cs 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 immedi-
ately. If your unit was shipped to you directly, notify the ship-
ping company without delay. Only the consignee (the person
or company receiving the unit) can file a claim against the car-
rier for shipping damage.
We recommend that you retain the original carton and pack-
ing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in
the future.
Contents
Introduction
A\Before applying power
ASafety precautions
AXIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .
Before operation
Control and indicators .
System connection
Listening to cassette tapes ...
To playback a tape
Fast Forward and Rewind
Index scan operation
A/B repeat
DPSS operation
Skip play operation
Rewind & Play operation
Single-tune repeated playback operation
Dash & Play operation
To cancel the playback above in the middle ..
Zero-stop operation
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a
ge
WARNING NOTICE:
IN MOST CASES IT IS AN INFRINGEMENT OF
COPYRIGHT TO MAKE COPIES OF TAPES OR DISCS
WITHOUT THE PERMISSION OF THE COPYRIGHT OWN-
ERS. ANYONE WISHING TO COPY COMMERCIALLY
AVAILABLE TAPES OR DISCS SHOULD CONTACT THE
MECHANICAL COPYRIGHT PROTECTION SOCIETY
LIMITED OR THE PERFORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY
LIMITED.
Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension manu-
factured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Cor-
poration. HX Pro originated by Bang & Olufsen.
“DOLBY”, the double-D symbol DO and “HX PRO” are trade-
marks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Accessories
Audio cord
Caution
:
Read
the
pages
marked
A
carefully
to
ensure
safe
opera-
How to record
Optimum value preset operation
To change the bias value
To cancel or recall the preset values
Ordinary recording
To pause recording temporarily
To stop recording
How to provide non-recorded blanks between programs ...
To re-start recording after mistake
CD Direct recording
CD peak-search recording ..
Edited recording of CD
Timer operation
Timer playback
Timer recording of tuner broadcast
Remote control operation (optional)
In case of difficulty
Specifications

A Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Before applying power
For the U.S.A. and Canada
Important!
Units shipped to the U.S.A. and Canada are designed for opera-
tion on 120 volts AC only.
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.
For Australia and Europe
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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:
BUG? hh eheaesecey ededeictiacdee teetanede Neutral
BIOWN cidssuconcetncetbacevereereahaumeins Live
The wires in this mains lead must be connected to the termi-
nals in the plug as follows:
Wire colour Plug terminal marking
Blit@- siceescccivcivetacvaw Gaia wveeesennse N or Black
BrOWMS conesbadnacaset eeehseeent nese nce ds. L or Red
(> Brown to
Live
Blue to
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.
Important!
Units shipped to countries other than the above countries are
equipped with an AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel.
Refer to the following paragraph for the proper setting of this
switch.
AC voltage selection
This unit operates on 110-120 or 220-240 volts AC. The AC
voltage selector switch Type A or Type B on the rear panel is
set to the voltage that prevails in the area to which the unit
is shipped. Before connecting the power cord to your AC out-
let, make sure that the setting position of this switch matches
your line voltage. If not, it must be set to your voltage in ac-
cordance with the following direction.
Note:
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line
voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage selector
switch.
AC voltage selector switch
Type A Spas Rata
FHI
AC110-
tzov~ AC220v~ AC240v~
Type B =
Lm
AC110V- <» AC220V-
120V~ 240V ~
Move switch lever to match your line voltage with
a small screwdriver or other pointed tool.
Safety precautions
WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,-DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF FEC URI
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SER-
ewan OPE 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.
KX-9050/S (En) 3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read ail of the safety and operating instructions
before operating this unit. For best results, follow all
warnings placed on the unit and adhere to the operat-
ing and use instructions. These safety and operating in-
structions should be retained for future reference.
1. Power sources — The unit should be connected
to a power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
2. Power-cord protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, pay particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the unit.
Never pull or stretch
the cord.
3. Grounding or polarization — The precautions
should be taken so that the grounding or polariza-
tion means of this unit is not defeated.
4. Ventilation — The unit should be situated so that
its location or position does not interfere with its
proper ventilation.
To maintain good ventilation, do not put records or
a table-cloth on the unit. Place the unit at least
10 cm away from the wails.
Do not use the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or similar
surface that may block the ventilation openings.
5. Water and moisture — The unit should not be
used near water — for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet base-
ment, or near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Temperature — The unit may not function pro-
perly if used at extremely low, or freezing tempera-
tures. The ideal ambient temperature is above +5°C
(41°F).
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A\ Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure
7.
9.
10.
11
safe operation.
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.
Enclosure removal — Never remove the en-
closure. If the internal parts are touched accidentally,
a serious electric shock might occur.
Magnetic fields — Keep the unit away from
sources of magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker
systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized
objects.
. 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
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 — !f 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:
operation.
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
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20}
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
t-————— POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 260, PART H}
. Power lines — An outdoor antenna should be lo-
cated away from power lines.
. AC outlets — Do not connect other audio equip-
ment with a power consumption larger than that
specified to the AC outlet on the rear panel. Never
connect other electrical units, such as an iron or
toaster, to it to prevent fire or electric shock.
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.
KX-9050/S (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 re-
corded on accidentally.
To re-record Cover with adhesive tape.
Notes:
To store cassette tapes
Do not store the tapes in a place which is subject to direct sun-
light, 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 siack.
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
2. Endless tapes
Do not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mecha-
nism of the unit.
Cotton Swab
Capstan oe
Cleaning the heads and peripheral com-
ponents
For maintaining the best condition of the deck
and for longer service life, always keep the
heads (recording / playback / erase), capstan and
pinch roller clean. To clean them, perform the
Demagnetizing the head
When the recording / playback head is magne-
tized, the sound quality will be deteriorated. In
such a case, demagnetize the head using a
commercially available demagnetizer (head
eraser).
Pinch roller following:
1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE key to open the
EE cassette holder.
2. Using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol, clean
the head (recording / playback / erase), cap-
stan and pinch roller carefully.
: Pinch roller
mene 4 head
Recording /
playback Head
Note:
There are precisely aligned parts around the
heads, including the tape guides.
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.
If condensation occurs, correct operation may not be possible,
or the unit may not function correctly.
This is not a 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:
e@ When the unit is brought from a cold place to a warm place,
and there is a large temperature difference.
@ When a heater starts operating.
e@ When the unit is brought from an air-conditioned place to a
place of high temperature with high humidity.
e@ When there is a large difference between the internal tem-
perature of the unit and the ambient temperature, or in condi-
tions where condensation occurs easily.
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Control and indicators
REPEAT A> B
Counter
INDEX SCAN
DOLBY NR indicators
([S TYPE] provided on KX-9050S only)
INDEX SCAN indicator
Peak level indicators
Dolby NR reference level
| TAPE {I DOLBY IldB] -co 30 20 15 10 7
Il POSITION I
REPEAT A > B indicator Cron] cere} *
(Cote Joie)! 9 Sereno mmm
|CMETAL VCS TYPE) ruven
CD DIRECT
TAPE POSITION indicators CD DIRECT TAPE / SOURCE
Pee ate SRI: 7 indicator indicators
Fast
F
dk
+
ae
Annas ” FILTER indicator CAL.PRESET indicators
l STOP key |
PLAY key / indicator ATCS indicator
| PAUSE key / indicator
REC/ARMkey/indicator | | 04004040 cert ete es ee ee
i = — al PRESET key ~]
: | ATCS key |
Display | MANUAL keys l Display
DOLBY NR key
| CD DIRECT key
| AUTO MONITOR key|
SS Se REC LEVEL control
STAND BY COUNTER RESET key
indicator REPEAT AP B key DISPLAY key
KENWOOD sjereo casseTTE DECK|KX
Remote control
light sensor
TIMER switch
POWER switch
INDEX SCAN key
OPEN / CLOSE key
STAND BY mode of POWER switch
When the power cord of this system is plugged into an AC out-
let, the STAND BY indicator lights up regardless of the ON /OFF
setting of the POWER switch. This indicates that a small amount
of current is being supplied to the unit to back up the memory
contents. This mode is referred to as the Stand By made. While
the STAND BY indicator is lit, the power of the system can be
switched ON / OFF from the remote control unit.
DOLBY co_ Tauro
| | NA DIRECT |MONITOA]
a I
co
MPX FILTER. CO PEAK CEARCH one ——TEVEL
REC BALANCE control
PHONES LEVEL control
PHONES jack
CD PEAK SEARCH key
MPX FILTER key
DISPLAY key
Every time the|DISPLAY|key is pressed, the DISPLAY
displays change as follows:
Normal
lighting—>
Counter
lighting
——>
All
OFF
KX-9050/S (En) 7

System connection
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.
Cc
DIRECT-REC-—PLAY:-
‘SYSTEM
CONTROL:
1) or~
it (Q Ca}
IN—=|—IN=\—= OUT:
a
Audio cord
Audio cord
Supply power from
a wall outlet.
System
control cord
CONTROL
Amplifier or
Receiver
~a———— Optional
VARIABLE FIXED
in case of CD DIRECT recording:
Normally,
connect
the
CD
DIRECT
jacks
to
the
FIXED
OUT
jacks
of
the
CD
player.
The
levels
of
the
VARIABLE
OUT
jacks
are
sometimes
controlled
with
the
headphones
level
control.
If
the
CD
DIRECT
jacks
are
connected
to
the
VARIABLE
OUT
jacks,
check
the
headphones
level
control.
Refer
to
the
instruction
manual
of
the
CD
player.
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.
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Amplifier
(Receiver)
CD player
m@ SYSTEM MODE selector switch
When this unit is connected to the SYSTEM CONTROL
jack of a KENWOOD amplifier (receiver) via a system
control cord, set this switch according to the func-
tionality or operating procedure of the amplifier (re-
ceiver).
“(XS)” position
Set the switch to this position when the audio cords are con-
nected to the TAPE 1 or TAPE B jacks of an amplifier (receiver)
with the (XS) mark.
“(XU ” position
Set this switch to the (XU position in the following
cases.
@ When this unit is connected to an amplifier (receiver)
with the XO mark.
@ When this unit is connected to an amplifier (receiver)
with the (XS) mark and the audio cords are connected to
other jacks than TAPE 1 and TAPE B.
@ If the switch is set to XM) position while the audio cords are
connected to the TAPE 2 (MONITOR) jacks of an amplifier
(receiver) equipped with the monitor function, monitoring
during recording will not be available.
@ Before changing the system mode, be sure unplug the power
cord from the power out let.
SYSTEM MODE
selector switch
Note on SYSTEM CONTROL jack
Various system operations are available by connect-
ing this jack to a KENWOOD amplifier or CD player
equipped with a SYSTEM CONTROL jack.
Do not connect this jack to other equipment than
specified by us, otherwise malfunction may result.
—
e Insert the plug of each system control cord securely until the
root.
@ System operations
Connection with an amplifier
The SYSTEM CONTROL jacks of KENWOOD amplifi-
ers are marked either (XU or XS).
The following operations are respectively available by
connecting this unit to an amplifier via a system con-
trol cord.
(XQ type jack: Systematic remote control using the
remote control unit provided with the
amplifier is available.
(XS) type jack: Both systematic remote control and
“Easy Operation” are available.
@ |f this cassette deck is connected to an amplifier (or a re-
ceiver) via a system control cord, the power of the cassette
deck can be switched ON / OFF in interlocking with the power
ON / OFF of the amplifier (receiver).
For details, please read the instruction manual sup-
plied with the amplifier (receiver).
Connection with a CD player
The “CD PEAK SEARCH recording” is available when
this unit is connected to a CD player with the (XS)
mark via a system control cord.
For details, please refer to page 18.
KX-9050/S (En) 9

Listening
to
cassette
tapes
REPEAT APB key
Fast
/
Rewind
keys
INDEX
SCAN
key
DOLBY
NR
key
Before starting playback.
@ Set the TIMER switch to OFF.
REC OFF PLAY
TIMER
@ Set the POWER switch to ON.
SOP iY. PHONES jack
PLAY
key
OPEN
/
CLOSE
key
PHONES
LEVEL
knob
@ To playback a tape
1 Insert a cassette tape.
Press
the
OPEN
Press
the
OPEN
/
CLOSE
Key.
—
/
CLOSE
Key.
@
The|OPEN
/
CLOSE]
key
is
also
valid
when
the
power
is in
the
STAND
BY
mode.
@
The
type
of
tape,
Normal,
Chrome
or
Metal,
is
detected
and
set
automatically.
@
Be
sure
to
remove
tape
slack
before
insertion.
Determine the playback conditions.
DOLBY
Select
the
Dolby
NR
mode.
NR
Select
according
to
the
tape to be played.
(KX-9050S only)
The indication changes every time the key is pressed.
Start playback.
Lights in green.
@ Playback stops automatically at the end of tape.
To stop playback, press the [ii] key.
Listening through headphones
Insert
the
plug
of
the
commercially
available
headphones
into
the
PHONES
jack
and
adjust
the
sound
level
with
the
PHONES
LEVEL
control.
;
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@ Fast Forward and Rewind
1 Stop playback.
stop
2 Press the -< key or >] key.
<a Lata
Ss
[<<]: Rewoundinthe (bs): Fast forwarded
édirection in the » direction
To stop the Fast Forward or Rewind opera-
tion
stop
@ Index scan operation
Index scan plays the first about 10 seconds of every
tune on tape.
INDEX SCAN
ty Bee
INDEX SCANT — _
Blinking
Playback count
To cancel Index scan
PLAY
e@ Normal playback
starts.
e@ Playback stops.
m@ A/B repeat
A/B repeat plays the block between two designated
points repeatedly.
1 Start playback.
2 Register start point A.
REPEAT PA“,
ARE (yr SE
lan fc. |
Lights up
Leave an interval of more than 10 seconds.
3 Register end point B.
REPEAT
APB
B lights ON
e@ A/B repeat starts automatically.
e After repeating playback 16 times, normal playback re-
sumes.
@ The counter shows the total number of repetition.
To cancel A-B repeat mode.
To resume normal playback mode
REPEAT
A>B
e@ Pressing the| PLAY |key starts repeated playback of the
single tune being played.
To stop playback
KX-9050/S (En) 11

DPSS operation
Sees
The
DPSS
(Direct
Program
Search
System)
enables
the
following
convenient
operations
according
to
the
instructions
of
the
operation
keys
.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
2. Single-tune repeated
playback:
3. Rewind & Play:
4. Dash & Play:
the
beginning
of
the
selected
tune.
Up
to
16
tunes
can
be
skipped
in
Skip
Search.
One
single
tune
is
played
back
repeatedly
up
to
16
times.
Rewinds
the
tape
to
the
beginning
and
starts
playback
from
there.
If
a
non-recorded
space
of
more
than
10
seconds
is
detected
during
playback,
that
space will be skipped by fast forward tape winding.
Current tune
c
| | 1 I
Toots ott i 1a ae ae
Unrecorded section
Unrecorded section
Direction of playback >
@ Skip play operation
To
play
a
tune
located
immediately
after
the
tune
being
played
a —
i | |
t, {
Press once during the playback.
To
play
a
tune
located
4
tunes
beyond
~ a ;
i Ll wu
f, U
Press 4 times during the playback.
Example of display during skip play
Ly uy When a tune located 4 tunes
beyond is selected
V The right figure decrements.
When the tune is searched,
the normal counter display
resumes.
Rewind key Fast Forward key COUNTER RESET key
STOP key PLAY key REPEATAP B key
To
play
the
tune
being
played
from
the
be-
ginning
~<~< Latieatl
—_—
Press once during the playback.
To
play
the
tune
located
4
tunes
behind
<< thet
—
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
con-
versations
and
speeches.
e@
Tapes
containing
extremely
low
levels
or
non-recorded
spaces
in
the
middle
of
tunes,
such
as
classical
music.
@
Tapes
containing
recording
of
large
noise
between
tunes.
@
Tapes
containing
spaces
of
less
than
4
seconds
between
tunes.
@ Tapes recorded with low recording level.
@ Tapes recorded using Cross-fade recording.
12 kx.9050)8 (En)

@ Rewind & Play operation
This operation is not available from the remote con-
trol unit.
go
Press simultaneously.
@ Single-tune repeated playback
operation
1 Play the tune to be repeated.
2 Press the play key.
During first playback
PLAY |
‘ t |
During 16th playback
|
(i
e@ Normal playback resumes after repeating the same
tune for 16 times.
@ Zero-stop operation
This operation is not available from the remote con-
trol unit.
Press simultaneously.
@ Tape is wound until counter reading near "0.00" where
it stops.
M@ 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.
Press the << and >] keys simultaneously.
During first playback
Od
Od
During 16th playback
16]
16]
@ The unit enters the stop mode after repeating Dash &
Play 16 times.
M@ To cancel the playback above in
the middle
e@ Playback is stopped.
Usage of counter
Before starting recording (playback), press the | COUNTER RESET
key to reset the counter to "0.00", and write down the counter
reading when the recording (playback) should be stopped in the
middle of the tape, etc.; this will make it easy to locate the same
position when you want to continue recording (playback) next time.
It is also possible to use the Zero-stop function the return to the
position where recording (playback) was started.
COUNTER
RESET
KX-9050/S (En) 13

How to record
ss
The
cassette
deck
incorporates
the
Dolby
HX
Pro
headroom
extension
function
and
ATCS
function
to
provided
a
recording
with
superior
high-frequency
characteristics.
Dolby S NR
(KX-9050S
only)
:
The
Dolby
S
type
NR
is
a
noise
reduction
system
for
high-quality
sound
reproduction.
It
is
a
consumer
system
developed
based
on
the
principle
of
the
Dolby
SR
used
in
professional
audio.
ATCS
Preset function
:
The
ATCS
stands
for
Automatic
Tape
Calibration
System.
This
function
optimizes
the
bias
and
recording
sensitivity
values
automatically
in
order
to
make
the
full
use
of
the
characteristics
of
the
tape
to
be
used
in
recording.
:
The
optimum
values
for
recording,
set
by
the
ATCS,
can
be
stored
for
each
type
of
tape
(Normal,
CrO2
and
Metal).
The
stored
optimum
values
can
be
recalled
simply
by
pressing
the
PRESET
key.
@
Optimum
value
preset
operation
Preparation:
Be
sure
to
set
the
deck
in
the
stop
mode
before
entering
the
ATCS
mode.
1 Insert a tape.
2 Press the ATCS key.
oF
Blinking
|
In approx.
20 seconds
|
Steady lighting
@
The
tape
stops
at
a
position
a
few
seconds
beyond
the
position
where
the
key
is
pressed.
The
set
bias
value
can
be
changed
as
desired.
@
When
you
have
changed
the
bias
value,
set
the
deck
in
the
stop
mode
again.
Store
the
values
in
preset
memory.
PRESET
Blinking + Steady lighting
e
If
bias
and
recording
sensitivity
values
have
already
been
preset,
they
are
replaced
by
the
new
values.
How
to
cancel
ATCS
operation
During adjustment
{ indicator blinking) —
@
To
change
the
bias
value
The
bias
value
set
by
the
ATCS
can
be
varied
as
de-
sired
Peak level meter
VV MANUAL WA
SM,
— a Sn od
“I 1 Ee
are o”
| i 3 steps
>
Value set by ATCS
Press
while
[|ATCS
The
segment
blinks
when
the
variation
indicator
is
lighting.
limit
is
exceeded.
The
variation
range
is
+
3
steps
from
the
center
value
(£
3
-
step
variation
is
not
possible
with
some
bias
val-
ues).
:
Adjust
while
monitoring
the
sound
being
recorded.
—@
To
cancel
or
recall
the
preset
val-
ues
Lights ON
eee eee: (Recall)
WwWTN
Goes OFF
(Cancel)
@
Each
press
the
key
turns
the
indicator
ON
and
OFF
al-
ternately.
@
When
the
indicator
is
OFF,
the
bias
value
and
recording
sensitivity
value
returns
to
the
initial
values.
After
adjustment
ATCS
([ATCS}
indicator
in
steady
lighting)
@
The
ATCS
is
not
canceled
even
when
the
/OPEN
/
CLOSE
|key
is
pressed.
14 kx.9050/5 (En)
Bi i i in EY
as

@ Ordinary recording
1
Set
up
the
cassette
deck.
4
Set the
recording
level.
@ Insert a tape.
Ba
er
@ Select the Dolby NR mode.
DOLBY
OF
@® To record FM broadcast.
e@ To cancel, Ae the
MPX FILTER MPX FILTER|key again.
({KX-9050S only)
Select the source to be recorded.
Set the optimum values for recording
(ATCS mode).
Recording is possible even when this step is
omitted.
New setting Recalling
ATCS PRESET
e The optimum values are
set in about 20 seconds.
e For the preset operation,
refer to page 14.
@ Play a music source.
@ Enter the record-pause mode.
Press both keys at the
same time.
e If the cassette tape is protected from recording, the
cassette holder will open.
@ Adjust the recording level and recording balance.
REC LEVEL
O REC BALANCE
e Adjust so that segments around the + 3 dB segment of
the peak level meter light up at times.
@® Stop playing the source.
Start recording.
@ Play the music source from the beginning.
@ Press the (@] key.
PAUSE REC/ARM
Press once.
@ The deck enters the stop mode automatically when the
tape has been recorded till the end.
Dolby noise reduction system
The Dolby noise reduction system was developed to reduce the tape hiss noise generated during playback.
The optimum effect of the Dolby NR system is obtained when the same type NR system is used for both recording and playback. If a
different type NR system is used, playback is not performed correctly. Make sure that the same type noise reduction system is used for
both recording and playback.
It is recommended that tapes recorded with Dolby NR be marked "B”, "C” or “S“ so that the Dolby NR system used in recording can
easily be distinguished. ;
Dolby B NR
The most popular noise reduction system used in home audio components. Usually, Doloy NR system corresponds to B NR.
Dolby C NR
Dolby C NR offers improved noise reduction performance over that of the Dolby B NR.
Dolby S NR (KX-9050S only)
This is the latest Dolby NR system featuring improvement in noise in the high and low frequencies. As, in human audition, it is compatible
with Dolby B NR or NR OFF, tapes recorded with Dolby S NR can be played on ordinary car stereo and headphone stereo with Dolby B NR
or NR OFF.
KX-9050/ (En). 15

How to record
M@
To
pause
recording
temporarily
. i REC/ARM
Wj indicator lights up.
To resume recording
PAUSE REC/ARM \
@
To
stop
recording
a
@
Donot
press
the}
OPEN
/
CLOSE
|key
until
the
tape
has
stopped completely.
2
Stop
playing
the
source
component.
M@
How
to
provide
non-recorded
blanks
between
programs
It
makes
a
non-recorded
blank
of
about
4
seconds.
In
stop
mode
During
recording
Press successively
twice.
Press once.
@
After
leaving
a
non-recorded
blank
of
about
4
seconds,
the
deck
enters
the
record-pause
mode.
16
kx-9050/s
(En)
M@
To
re-start
recording
after
mistake
The
following
procedure
is
useful
when
you
want
to
cancel
recording
in
progress
and
restart
it.
A
non-re-
corded
space
of
about
4
seconds
or
more
should
be
reserved
before
the
position
where
recording
was
started.
1
|
Stop
recording
and
rewind
tape.
@
The
recording
is
aborted,
the
tape
is
rewound
to
the
beginning
of
the
tune
being
recorded,
and
the
deck
enters
the
record
-pause
mode
after
leaving
a
non-re-
corded
space
of
about
2
seconds
from
the
end
of
the
previous
tune.
Re-start recording.
@ Press the {@ key twice.
e@
A
non-recorded
space
of
about
4
seconds
is
reserved
on
tape,
then
the
tape
transport
stops.
@ Press the [@] key once.
PAUSE
REC/ARM
@ Recording starts.
AUTO MONITOR
Every
time
the|
AUTO
MONITOR
key
is
pressed,
the
monitored
sound
is
switched
alternately
between
TAPE
and
SOURCE.
When SOURCE is lighted:
The
sound
before
being
recorded
(music
from
the
tuner,
CD
player,
DAT
recorder,
etc.,
selected
by
the
amplifier’s
input
se-
lector)
can
be
monitored
through
the
speakers
or
headphones.
When TAPE is lighted:
The
sound
played
back
from
the
tape
can
be
monitored.
If
it
is
during
tape
recording,
this
allows
to
check
the
tape
re-
cording
condition.
@
Whenever
recording
or
playback
is
started,
the
SOURCE
indi-
cator
being
lit
goes
off
and
the
TAPE
indicator
lights
up.

ATCS key
Befor CD DIRECT recording: Rewind / Fast forward keys PRESET key
Connect the CD player to the CD DIRECT jacks accord-
ing to “System connection” of page 8.
AUTO MONITOR
key
@
CD
Direct
recording
PAUSE
key
CD
DIRECT
key
The source input through the CD DIRECT input jacks can be recorded with high quality by bypassing the REC LEVEL
and REC BALANCE adjustment circuits.
STOP key REC/ARM key DOLBY NR key
1
Place
a
CD
in
the
CD
player.
3
Make
preparations
for
recording.
Da
e If the CD player uses the disc changer, specify the disc
to
be
played.
@
Insert
a
tape.
—
2
Select
the
CD
DIRECT
input.
cy
@ Select
the
Dolby
NR
mode.
Ga
NA
S TYPE | (KX-9050S only)
@ Activate the ATCS mode.
ATCS PRESET
Each press of the key alternates the line
input and CD DIRECT input.
or
Start recording
CD DIRECT PAUSE REC/ARM
Lighting e@ The REC LEVEL and REC BALANCE controls are invalid
in the CD DIRECT mode.
P After recording, turn the CD DIRECT recording
@ The CD peak-search function cannot be used while the OFF.
CD DIRECT input is selected.
e@
The
MPx
filter
is
turned
OFF
automatically.
@
So
that
the
CD
DIRECT
indicator
goes
OFF.
Recording with Dolby HX Pro
When recording is started with this unit, the Dolby HX Pro headroom extension function automatically operates to provide a recording with
superior high-frequency characteristics.
What is Dolby HX Pro
In ordinary recording using high-frequency biasing, the high-frequency bias current, which should be constant, is increased with some
recording sources due to the high-frequency component contained in the music, etc. This increase affects the recording characteristics
with distorted high frequencies and degraded dynamic range and frequency response.
The Dolby HX Pro circuit detects the high-frequency component contained in the music source being recorded, and reduces excessive bias
current to make it constant. As a result, the recording characteristics of high frequencies are drastically improved, and the improved high-
frequency reproduction can also be enjoyed even when the tape is played on tape decks which are not equipped with circuit.
KX-9050/S (En) 17

How to record
Connect
this
unit
to
a
KENWOOD
“
(XS)”
type
CD
player
as
shown
below.
Amplifier or Receiver
REC LEVEL knob
Audio cord
System control cord
PLAY / PAUSE key
REC /ARM key DOLBY NR key
CD PEAK SEARCH key
@ CD peak-search recording
With
this
function,
the
CD
player
detects
the
peak
level
recorded
onto
the
disc
and
plays
the
section
containing
the
peak
point
so
that
you
can
set
the
recording
level
according
to
it.
1
Set
the
input
selector
switches
of
the
5
Adjust
the
recording
level
and
recording
amplifier
for
the
CD
source.
balance.
Place a CD in the CD player.
@
\fthe
CD
player
uses
the
disc
changer,
specify
the
disc
to be played. aa Set to that these segments light at times.
Make
preparations
for
recording.
O
©)
R
REC BALANCE
© Insert a tape. 2°18 ©
|
|=
6
Start
recording.
@ Select the Dolby NR mode.
DOLBY
NA
PAUSE REC/ARM
S TYPE | (KX-9050S only}
@ Activate the ATCS mode.
ATCS
or
e
The
CD
player
starts
playback,
and
the
cassette
deck
starts
recording.
Search
the
peak
value
on
the
CD.
To
stop
in
the
middle
@ Check if the CD DIRECT mode is OFF.
@ The CD DIRECT indicator should be OFF.
@
Press
the
CD
PEAK
SEARCH
key.
To
pause
Press
the
key
of
the
CD
player.
To restart
Cc)
SS
recording
Press
the
key
[711]
of
the
CD
player.
H
CD
PEAK
SEARC!
Press
the
key
[if]
of
the
CD
player.
@ The cassette deck enters the record-pause mode.
7
ico
ue
ea
:
De
a
Giaeu
@
If
the
stop
key
of
the
cassette
deck
is
pressed,
the
cas-
play
e
:
P
Y
sette
deck
enters
the
stop
mode
but
the
CD
player
does
chro
cord,
the
CD
peak
search
function
will
be
canceled
noe
in
about
30
seconds.
‘
18
kx-9050/S
(En)

Connect this unit to a KENWOOD “ (XS)” type CD player as shown below.
REC LEVEL knob
Amplifier or Receiver
ATCS key
REC / ARM key CD PEAK SEARCH key
DOLBY NR key
@ Edited recording of CD
By
using
the
editing
function
of
the
CD
player,
tracks
on
the
CD
can
be
recorded
on
tape
so
that
none
of
them
is
interrupted
in
the middle at
the
end
of
tape.
Set the input selector switch of the am-
plifier for the CD source.
Adjust the recording level and recording
balance
1
2 Place a CD in the CD player.
Set to that these segments light at times.
3 Make preparations for recording.
@ Insert a tape.
Ez
Eh
@ Select the Dolby NR mode.
OOLBY
NR
REC LEVEL
AR PPP Ree ere ree sere reer ener rere eres reer ever Tree TET
“ mann oo Dect ckrree = (CI RRE)
REC BALANCE
7 Record onto cassette tape side A.
® Activate the ATCS mode.
ATCS
es
4 Start editing.
© For the editing method, read the instruction manual of
the CD player.
PAUSE REC/ARM
e After side A has been recorded, the cassette deck en-
ters the stop mode and the CD player enters the pause
mode.
5 Search the peak value on the CD.
@ Check if the CD DIRECT mode is OFF.
@ The CD DIRECT indicator should be OFF.
@ Press the CD PEAK SEARCH key.
CD PEAK sao
e The cassette deck enters the record-pause mode.
e Sound sampled from the CD is played back.
@ If the CD player is not connected to this unit via a syn-
chro cord, the CD peak search function will be canceled
in about 30 seconds.
Record onto side B of the tape.
@ Reverse the cassette tape.
@ Press the [e] key of the cassette deck.
PAUSE REC/ARM
@ Press the key of the CD player.
KX-9050/S (En) 19

Timer operation
ee
This
unit
incorporates
a
built-in
timer
standby
func-
tion.
By
using
an
audio
timer
optionally
available
in
the
market,
wake-up
playback
and
unattended
re-
cording
of
tape
can
be
started
at
any
time
of
the
day.
Preparations
for
timer
playback
and
recording
Connect
the
power
cords
of
the
components
to
the
timer
so
that
their
powers
can
be
turned
on
via
the
timer.
Read
carefully
the
instruction
manual
of
your
audio
timer.
When
operating
the
unit
other
than
CD
player
using
an
audio
timer,
be
sure
to
remove
the
disc
from
the
CD
player.
Memory backup
This
unit
incorporates
the
memory
backup
function,
with
which
a
memory
stores
the
ATCS
preset
values
and
the
statuses
when
the
power
was
last
turned
OFF
(such
as
Dolby
NR
setup).
The
backup
memory
is
held
for
about
three
days
even
when
the
power
cord
is
left
unplugged.
@
Timer
playback
1
Set
the
power
switches
of
he
compo-
nents
to
ON.
2
Make
preparations
of
the
cassette
deck.
© Insert a cassette tape.
@
The
type
of
tape,
that
is,
Normal,
Chrome
or
Metal,
is
set
automatically.
e@
Remove
the
tape
slack
before
insertion.
@ Select the Dolby NR mode.
(KX-90508 only)
@ Set according to the tape to be played.
20
kx-g050/S
(En)
When
the
unit
is
connected
to
a
KENWOOD
amp
lifier
(via
system
control
cord)
7
3
Set
the
amplifier
volume.
® Start playback.
@
Adjust
the
volume
of
the
amplifier.
@
Rewind
the
tape
to
the
start
position.
4
Set
the
timer
so
that
the
tape
starts
at
the
desired
time
of
the
day.
@
Read
carefully
the
instruction
manual
of
your
audio
timer.
5)
Set
the
TIMER
switch
to
PLAY.
meaty,
REC OFF PLAY
TIMER
@
When
the
set
time
comes,
tape
playback
starts
auto-
matically.
@
Playback
stops
when
the
end
of
tape
is
reached.