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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.
KX-W791 {En) 3
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.
KX-W791 (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 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_
Y
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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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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@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.
KX-W791 (En) 7
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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
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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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KX-W791 (En) g
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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