Kenwood KX-W791 User manual

STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK
KX-\A/791
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
B6O-0387-OO@(K, P, M, X, Y)E
92/121110 I I 7 6 5 4 3 21 9't/12
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lntroduction
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 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. lf your
unit is damaged or fails to operate. notify your dealer immedi-
ately. lf 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.
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 manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
"DOLBY" and the double-D symbol l-Yl are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Accessories
Audio cord .................. 2
System control cord...... 1
AC plug adaptor........... 1
(Except for some areas)
(For the unit with a Europe-
an AC plug in areas other
than Europe.)
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Gontents Caution: Read the pages markeO A carefutty to ensure safe operation.
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flCaution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Before applying power
For the U.S.A. and Ganada
lmportant!
Units shipped to the U.S.A. and Canada are designed for opera-
tion on 120 volts AC only.
CAUTION: To pREVENT ELEcrRtc sHocK Do Nor 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
lmportant!
Units shipped to Australia are designed for operation on 240 Y
AC only.
Units shipped to Europe are designed for operation on 230 V
AC only.
For the United Kingdom
lmportant!
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:
Blue ........... ......... Neutral
Brown......... ......... Live
The wires in this mains lead must be connected to the termi-
nals in the plug as follows:
Wire colour Plug terminal marking
Brown to
Live
Plug
Notes:
1. lf a 13-amp plug is used, this must be fitted with a 5-amp
fu se.
2. lf a 3-pin plug with earthing contact is used, no wire must
be connected to the E terminal.
Blue to
Neutral
For other countries
lmportant!
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 1 10-120 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. lf 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 sblector switch
Type A
tiJ,l] Ac22ov- Ac24ov-
Type B
ACl 1 0V
120V -
Move switch lever to match your line voltage with
a small screwdriver or other pointed tool,
m
- <> AC220V
240V -
Safety precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
ACAUTION ACAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER.SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SER.
VICING TO OUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EOUILATERAL 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 EOUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPOBTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) IN-
STRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
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A Caution : Read this
IM PORTAIIIT 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.
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 protaction - 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 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. Temperaturo - The unit may not function pro-
perly if used at extremely low, or freezing tempera-
tures. The ideal ambient temperature is above + 5oC
(41'F).
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safe carefully to ensure
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.
8. Electric shock - Care should be taken so that ob-
jects do not fall and liquid is not spilled into the en-
closure through openings. lf 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 rsmoval - Never remove the en-
closure. lf the internal parts are touched accidentally,
a serious electric shock might occur.
1O. 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.

12. Carts and stands - An appliance and cart com-
bination should be moved with care. Ouick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
l3.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 - lf 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 personnel.
17. Outdoor antenna grounding - lf 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 static
charges. Section B 1 O of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/ NFPA No. 70-1984, 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 con-
ACaution Re-ad this p?ge carefully
sale oDeration- to ensure
ductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connec-
tion 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 81G20t
GBOUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTTON 810-21)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Power lines - An outdoor antenna should be lo-
cated away from power lines.
18.
Notes:
1. ltgm 3 is not required except for grounded or polarized equipment,
2. ltem 17 and 18 ar6 not reguired oxcept tol units plovidod with antonna terminals.
3. ltem 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)
After an important recording has been finished, break the safety
tab, to prevent the recorded contents from being erased or record-
ed on accidentally.
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 Sre tape
ln such a case, insert a pencil into the reel hole and wind the reel
hub to remove the slack.
TO fe-feCOfd Cover with adhesive tape
Notes:
1 . 12O-minute cassette tape
Since a 120-minute cassette tape is very thin, the tape could ad-
here to the pinch roller or be easily cut. lt is recommended that
these tapes not be used with this unit to prevent possible damage.
2. Endless tapes
Do not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mechanism
of the unit.
For B side
Cleaning the head section
Cotton Swab
Tape guides
Capstan
tr_
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Pinch
roller
Gleaning the heads and peripheral com- Demagnetizing the head
ponents When the recordinglplayback head is magnetized, the
For maintaining the best condition of the deck and sound quality will be deteriorated. ln such a case,
for longer service life, always keep the head (record- demagnetize the head using a commercially availa-
ing/playback/erase), capstan and pinch roller clean. ble demagnetizer (head eraser).
To clean them, perform the following:
1. Open the cassette holder.
2. Using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol, clean the
head (recording/playback/erase), capstan and
pinch roller carefully. Note:
There are precisely aligned parts around the heads,
including the tape guides.
When cleaning, pay special attention so as not to ap-
ply shock to them.
Beware of condensation
When water vapor comes into contact with the surface of cold materi- Be specially careful in the following conditions:
al, water drops are produced. . When the unit is brought from a cold place to a warm place, and
lf condensation occurs, correct operation may not be possible, or the there is a large temperature difference.
unit may not function correctly. . When a heater starts operating.
Thisisnotamalfunction,however,andtheunitshouldbedried.(To o Whentheunitisbroughtfromanair-conditionedplacetoaplace
do this, turn the POWER switch ON and leave the unit as it is for several of high temperature with high humidity.
hours.) o When there is a large difference between the internal tempera-
ture of the unit and ambient temperature, or in conditions where
condensation occurs easily.
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System Gonnections
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 voltage selector switch
(Except for some areas)
control cord
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Amprifier or Receiver
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Turntable
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CD player
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System control connection
When connected to an amplifier or receiver having KENWOOD
SYSTEM CONTROL terminals, system operation such as remote con-
trol is made possible. For details, refer to the instruction manual of
the amplifier or receiver. ln addition, when system control cords are
also connected to the CD player or turntable, other functions such
as synchro recording (see page 1 6) and CCRS recording (see page
18) become possible.
lf your amplifier or receiver is not equipped with the SYSTEM
CONTROL terminals, do not connect anything to any SYSTEM
CONTROL terminal.
Do not connect the unit in any system configuration other than
specified.
. Be sure to insert the system control cord plugs fully into the
SYSTEM CONTROL terminals.
a lf the system control cord and audio cords are not connected
properly, the automatic system governing remote control and sys-
tem functions will not operate.
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@o @Notes:
1 . Connect all cords firmly. lf 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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Gontrols and indicators
Display and operation keys
DIRECTION switch
Fast reverse key
EPlay
Stop"key I
Fast forward keyb>l
/indicators
tr.tr Play keys
/indicators tr, tr
Fast forward key
EFast reverse key f<<l
Stop key DREG LEVEL knob
TIMER switch REC BALANCE knob
POWER switch DOLBY NR switch
STAND BY mode of POWER switch
When the power cord o{ this unit is plugged into an AC outlet, the STAND BY indicator lights up regardless of the ONiOFF 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 mode.
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I Display and operation keys
Peak level meter
GCRS indicators
(NOR, HIGHI
STAND BY indicator
DUBBING indicators
(NOR, HIGH} COUNTER
COUNTER RESET key
RELAY REC indicator
REC PAUSE, REC PAUSE,
REC indicators
REC indicators
DUBBING keys
{NORMAL, HIGH} INDEX SCAN key
CCRS keys
(NORMAL, HIGH)
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REC PAUSE key
mREC/ARM key
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REC/ARM key
EREC PAUSE key
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Deck ARELAY Deck B
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listening to cassette tapes
Before starting playback
Set the TIMER switch to OFF.
O TIMER
REC OFF PLAY
lErril
To stop playback, press the f, key. aDo not press the EJECT key f until the tape has stopped
completelv.
Tape transport direction indicators
The < > indicators show the direction of tape transport in its play-
back or recording. The direction selected when the tape was stopped
the last time is maintained even after the power is turned off . When
the tape is started automatically by the automatic play operation, etc.,
the transport starts with the direction shown by the direction indica-
tor. lf 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.
Direction indicators
DOLBY NR
switch
DIRECTION switch
I To playback a tape
1 lnsert a cassette tape.
Press the EJECT key.
The type of tape, Normal, Chrome or Metal, is detected.and set automatically.
Be sure to remove tape slack before insertion.
/ O.t r^ine the playback conditions.
@ Select the playback mode. @ Select the Dolby NR mode.
Select according to the tape to be played.
-J..... To play both sides endlessly.
=..... To stop after playing both
sides of tape.
side of tape.
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1 Stop playback. E
l>>l key.
/ ere"t the l<<l key or
[3: Fast tape
winding in the
t direction
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E: Fast tape
winding in the
+ direction
I To wind the tape at high speed
To stop fast tape winding:
I lndex scan operation (Deck A onlyl
lndex scan plays the first about 10 seconds of every tune
on a tape.
Press the INDEX SCAN key.
To return to normal playback:
Press the E f"y or fl key.
. Normal playback starts from the position where the key is
pressed.
To stop Index scan:
Notes:
1. The tape direction of lndex scan is indicated by the lighting direc-
tion indicator. To reverse the lndex scan direction, press play key
E o, E then immediately press the INDEX SCAN key.
2. lf the DIRECTION switch is set to " = " ot " C) " ,lndex scan
is performed on both sides of tape.
I Relay playback
This function plays back the tapes in both decks A and B
continuously and repeatedly.
DIRECTION switch
1 lnsert tapes
I-T=T{fl-:t
Ir:T - r{ry;t
Lights up.
Tapes are played in the directions indicated by their respec-
tive indicators on the display.
f S"n"t the playback mode.
:to
[-ET'I
DIRECTION
---r .... Relay playback of both sides of tapes in decks A and B is
repeated.
- ..., Relay playback of only one side of tapes in decks A and B is
repeated.
o Relay playback cannot be performed if the DIRECTION mode
is set to " C) ".
3 Start playback.
. The playback starts
with the deck the
play key of which is
pressed.
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DPSS operation
The DpSS (Direct program Search System)enables the following convenient operations qcc.ord!1S-!o-the instructions of the
op"rition t"ys {these-opeiation "r" howerrer not available on bdth decks simuitaneously).The DPSS functions are based on
the detection of non-reborded spaces of 4 seconds or more between tunes.
1. Skip play: By specifying a tune located several tunes beyond (or behind) th-e tune heing played,_skips
tdne's Oetwe6n 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.
Direction of playback *
I Skip play operation l5;i"'"^ ;:;:"''""
The example below shows the case in which the direction indicated by the tape transport-dire.ction indicator is > . lf the direc-
tion indicated by the t"i" jii""t.n inoi"iiot iJ <, aiwavs press the keys for the opposite directions to those shown in the
illustrations below.
To play a tune located immediately aft& the tune
being played:
Press once during the Playback
To play a tune located 4 tunes beyond:
Press 4 times during the Playback.
I Single-tune rePeated PlaYback
operation
1
2
Play the tune to be rePeated
Press the play key of the same direction as
the current tape transport direction-
When direction of taPe
direction indicator is >:
. Normal playback resumes after repeating the same tunb for
16 times.
To cancel the playback above in the middle:
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Press once
. Plavback is stoPPed and canceled
To play the tune being played from the be-
Press once during the playback
To play the tune located 4 tunes behind:
Press 5 limes during the Playback.
lndex scan and DPSS will not function properly
with the following types of taPe.
a Tapes containing spaces of 4 seconds or more, such as conver-
sations and speeches.
o Tape containing extremely low levels or non-recorded spaces in
the middle of tunes, such as classical music.
o Tapes containing recording of large noise bewveen tunes'
a Tapes recorded with low recording level.
. Tapes recorded using Cross-fade recording.
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How to record
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I Ordinary recording DIRECTION switch
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.
1 Set up the cassette deck.
O lnsert a tape in deck A or B.
@ Set the tape trans-
port direction. Tape to be recorded
r---T=-r#Fr Lights up
@ Select one-side or
two-side recording.
I .... Two-side recording
=l .... One-side recording
@ Select the Dolby NR
mode.
DOLBY NR
$ s"t the recording level.
O Play a music source.
@ Enter the record-
@ Adjust the recording balance and recording level.
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 ttre;! fey. Press once.
. The deck enters the stop mode automatically when the tape
has been recorded till the end.
f s"rc"t the source to be recorded.
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How to record
I To pause recording temporarily
o The REC PAUSE indicator
liqhts up.
To resume recording
I To stop recording
1
f Stop playing the source component.
I How to provide non-recorded
blanks between programs
To make a non-recorded blank of about 4
seconds:
Press the E t"y
twice in succession.
After leaving a non-recorded blank of about 4 seconds, the
deck enters the record-pause mode.
To make a non-recorded blank during recording:
Press the E f"y
once during recording.
After running to make a non-recorded blank of about 4 se-
conds from the point where the key is pressed, the deck
enters the record-pause mode.
I To re-start recording after mistake
A non-recorded space of 4 seconds or more should be
reserved before the position where recording was started.
1Stop recording and rewind tape
During recording in
the > direction:
During recording in
the < direction:
The recording is aborted, the tape is rewound to the posi-
tion where the recording was started, and the deck enters
the stop mode after leaving a non-recorded space of about
2 seconds from the end of the previous tune.
f n"-"t"rt recording.
@ Press the E key twice.
o A non+ecorded space of 4 seconds is reserved on tape, then
the tape transport stops.
@ Press ttre p key once.
. Recording starts.
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I Relay recording
This function allows to record sound continuously from deck A to B'
Note:
Relav recording cannot be performed if
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1 lnsert tapes in decks A and B. 4Adjust the recording level.
O Play the music source-
@ Set the record-pause mode {deck A).
@ Optimize the recording balance and recording level'
o Adjust so that the + 3 dB segments of the peak level meter lights
at times.
@ Stop playing the music source.
/ S"t the recording condition.
e Sebct the recording mode.
J..... Two-side recording
=..... One-side recording
@ Select the Dolby NR mode. $ Statt recording.
O play the music source from the beginning.
@ Press ttre p key (deck A).
Recording on deck B starts immediately after recording on deck
A has completed.
$ S"t the relay recording mode.
Lights up
ELAY REC
-DUABtNG- To cancel relay recording:
Press the RELAY REC key again.
the DIRECTION switch is set to " (:J "

Synchro reeording
By connecting this unit with a KENWOOD " D(S " type amplifier {receiver) with a SySTEM CONTROL jack and a KENWOOD
CD player with a SYSTEM CONTROL jack using system control cords, recording on this unit and playback on the CD player
can be stafted simultaneously. System conlrol cord
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Amolifier or Receiver REC PAUSE key ffi
Audio cord
DOLBY NR switch
-
PLAY/PAUSE key r >781 DIRECTION switch
I Synchro recording of GD
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O OH+9O @
1Make preparations for recording.
@ lnsert a tape in deck A or B.
Tape to be recorded
@ Set the tape trans-
port direction.
Lights up.
@ Select the side(sl to
be recorded onto.
J ..... Two-side recording
- ..... One-side recordinq
@ sebct the Dolby NR mode.
2Adjust the
O Play a CD.
recording level.
@ Set the record-pause mode.
@ Adjust the recording balance and recqrding level.
Adiust so that these segments
light at times.
@ Stop playing the CD.
$ S"t the record-pause mode.
{ St"rt ptaying the CD.
Press the f>./-ii-rkey or the numeric key corresponding to
the track No. to start recording with.
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aRecording starts at this moment.
When the CD player has completed playback, the deck stops
recording and enters the stop mode.
To pause .. Press tne f >77il1 key of the CD player.
To restart recording..... Press tne |ETT1 key of the CD player.
To stop .... Press tneI key of the CD player.
o lf the stop key of the cassette deck is pressed, the cassette deck enters the stop mode but the CD player does not.
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By connecting this unit with a KENWOOD " D(! " type amplifier (receiverl with a SYSTEM CONTROL jack and a KENWOOD
turntable with a SYSTEM CONTROL jack using system control cords, recolding on this unit and playback on the turntable
can be stafted simultaneously.
Amplifier or Receiver REC PAUSE key m
System control cord
Arrdio cord
Turntable
PLAY/CUT kev DOLBY NR REC LEVEL knob
REC BALANCE knob
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DIRECTION switch
I Start playing an analog disc.
To stop recording in the middle:
Press the IPLN//C[ Tl key of the turntable.
a lf the stop key of the cassette deck is pressed, the cassette deck enters the stop mode but the turntable does not.
1Make preparations for recording.
@ lnsert a tape in deck A or B.
Tape to be recorded
@ Set the tape trans-
port direction. t
Lights up.
@ Select the side(s) to
be recorded onto.
I)..... Two-side recording
-..... One-side recording
@ Select the Dolby NR mode.
2Adjust the recording level.
O Start playing an analog disc.
@ nOjust the recording balance and recording level.
@ Stop playing the analog
PLAY/CUT .
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Fr-
Adjust so that these segments
light at times.
disc.
The cassette deck returns
to the stop mode.
@ Set the record-pause mode.
PEAK LEVEL MET€R OS'ANDAY
3 Set the record-pause mode.
4Start playing the analog disc.
a
aRecording starts at this moment.
When the turntable has completed the play, the deck stops
recording and enters the stop mode.
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Recording of GD playback (GCRS)
About CCRS {Computer Controiled CD Recording System}
When connected with a KENWOOD GD player provided with ,, D(S " marking through the system contlol cord, this unit al_
lows to used the GCRS (computer-controlled CD Recording Systeml, which starts recording automatically after setting the
optimum recording level for the CD and tape to be used in recording.
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CCRS (Gomputer-controlled CD Recording System)
When the CCRS key is pressed, the following operations
GCRS
Automatic recording level
setting
occur automatically and CD sound is recorded on tape.
1.The CD $tarts to be played, and the peak value is sampled
from the levels of the signals on the GD.
2.The optimum recording level for the specific GD is deter-
mined and set based on the peak vdue sampled.
3.The recording preparation steps above td<e about 20 - 2OO
seconds, after which the actud rccu&€ starts.
4.After recording (when the GD player b stopped or when
the tape has run out), both the cassette deck and CD play-
er stop.
' With CD players equipped with the EDIT function, it is possible to make recordings in which the last songs on sides A and B are not cut
off inthemiddleandinwhichtherecordingcapacityofthetapeisusedtothefullestextent.(SettheD;BECT;ONswitchofthedeckto" -,'.1
I CCRS recording (deck B only)
1 Set the input selector switches of the am-
I plifier (receiver) for the CD source.
/ elace a CD in the CD player.
. When edited recording is required, press the EDIT key on
the CD player.
3 lnsert a tape in deck B.
4Press the CCRS key.
when this unit is connected to KENWOOD Dp-R7g 1 , press
the SPEED key so that the SPEED indicator goes off.
When performing CCRS recording with a CD player which can
be loaded multiple compact discs, set the CD player to TRACK
mode, press the disc select key and press the CCRS key.
The Dolby NR does not work if the HIGH key is pressed.
The CCRS indicator blinks, and actual recording starts in
-about 20 to 200 seconds (after creating a non-recorded
rblank of about B seconds).
Normal speed Double speed
Amplifier or Receiver
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How to cancel CCRS
During recording level setting:
Press the Stop key of the CD
player or the stop key of the cas-
sette deck.
During CCRS recording:
Press the Stop key of the CD
player, then press the OPEN/
CLOSE key of the CD player.
After completion of CCRS recording:
Press the OPEN/CLOSE key of
the CD player.
' After completion of CCRS recording, be sure to cancel the CCRS and ensure that the CCRS indicator has gone off
a After recording, the cassette deck and cD player enter the stop mode automatically.
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1 Set the input selector switches of the amplifier (receiver) for the CD source.
/ et^.. a CD in the CD player.
$ ln"ert tapes in both decks A and B.
4Edit the CD.
. For details, read the instruction manual of the CD player
5 Press the RELAY REC key.
6Press the CCRS key.
The Dolby NR does not work if the HIGH key is pressed.
When the HIGH key is pressed, recording is performed at
twice the normal speed.
Recording starts with deck A then continues on deck B.
f CCRS relay recording
Used when the EDIT 1 and EDIT 2 operation is carried out with the CD player in which multiple compact discs can be loaded.
How to cancel CCRS
During recording level setting: During CCRS recording: After completion of GCRS recording:
Press the Stop key of the CD Press the Stop key of the CD PresstheOPEN/ClOSEkeyofthe
player or the stop key of the cas- player, then press the OPEN/ CD player.
sette deck. CLOSE key of the CD player.
. After completion of CCRS recording, be sure to cancel the CCRS and ensure that the CCRS indicator has gone off.
o After recording, the cassette deck and CD player enter the stop mode automatically.
Notes:
1. lf the CCBS key is pressed during CD playback, playback stops and CCRS operation begins.
2. lf the remaining amount of tape is small, CCRS may not function correctly or CCRS operation may be canceled in mid-operation.
3. Once the CCRS recording level has been set, the recording balance and recording level cannot be adjusted while the CCRS operation is being
carried out.
4. The CCRS function sets the peak level for the entire CD in approx. 20-2OO seconds. On very rare occasions, however, the function may not
be able to set the optimum recording level. lf this occurs, carry out recording manually referring to the "Ordinary recording" section {page. 13).
5. The CCRS recording level set{ing is canceled when the OPEN/CLOSE key of the CD player is pressed or when the power is switched OFF.
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Tape dubbing operation
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The dubbing refers to the copy of the recorded contents
of a tape to anothel tape (tape in Deck A - tape in Deck B).
Normal-speed dubbing: Gopy at normal tape speed.
High-speed dubbing: Copy at double the normal speed.
DIRECTION siich SroP key El
To stop dubbing
o Both Decks A and B enter the stop mode.
To pause dubbing
NormaFspeed dubbing: Press the NORMAL key.
High-speed dubbing: Press the HIGH key.
o Only deck B enters the record- pause mode after leaving a
non-recorded space of about 4 seconds in case of normal-
speed dubbing, or about 6 seconds in case of high-speed
dubbing.
o To skip tunes you do not want to dub on another tape dur-
ing dubbing, press the I >>-l fey of Deck A.
. To resume dubbing after pause, press the same DUBBING
key as above ( INoRMALI or lHlcn I ) again.
Notes:
1. The recording balance and recording level cannot be adjusted for
dubbing.
2. The DOLBY NR switch does not function during dubbing.
'* The tape recorded by dubbing features the same NR system
as the original tape in Deck A.
3. Noise from TV may interfere with dubbed sound if high-speed dub-
bing is executed near a TV set. To prevent this, install the system
farther from the TV set.
4. lf the original tape was recorded at a high level, the sound quality
may be degraded ,if high-speed dubbing is used. ln such a case,
use normal-speed dubbing.
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DUBBING keys
1 lnsert tapes in the cassette decks.
Tape to Tape to be
be played recorded onto
t set the same tape transport direction for
- both tapes.
r Refer to page 10.
Deck A Deck B
Lights up. Lights up
3 :"*:: one-wav or two-wav dubbing
I .... For two-way dubbing
= .... For one-way dubbing
{ St"rt dubbing.
For normaFspeed
dubbing For high-speed
dubbing
Lights up Lights up.
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