KENWOOD XD-A83 Owner's Manual

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COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
XD-SERIES
XD-A83
XD-853
XD-803
This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed above.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country
and sales area.
B60-4573-00 00 MA (K, P, Y, M, X, T, E2) AP
0001
TEXT
DIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACT
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COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
XD-SERIES
XD-A83
XD-853
XD-803
This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed above.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country
and sales area.
B60-4573-00 00 MA (K, P, Y, M, X, T, E2) AP
0001
TEXT
DIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACT
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2
Preparation
section
Before applying power
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
For the United Kingdom
Factory fitted moulded mains plug
1.The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use only
a 13-Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse.
2.The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse in
the moulded plug.
3.Do not cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the
plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home
or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain
an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adapter,
or consult your dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse
and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible
shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains
supply.
IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are colored in
accordance with the following code:
Blue
: Neutral
Brown
: Live
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three-
pin plug.
Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS IN-
TENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" 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) INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
CAUTION
*AC voltage selection
The AC voltage selector switch 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
outlet, make sure that the setting position of this switch
matches your line voltage. If not, it must be set to your
voltage in accordance with the following direction.
AC voltage selector switch
Move switch lever to match your line voltage with a
small screwdriver or other pointed tool.
Note:
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by exces-
sive line voltage due to improper setting of the AC
voltage selector switch.
Inside this laser product, a laser diode classified as Class
3A laser radiation is contained as alerted by the internal
caution label shown above. To avoid exposure to laser
beams, do not open the cover.
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
Units are designed for operation as follows.
Europe and U.K. ................................................. AC 230 V only
China and Russia .............................................. AC 220 V only
*Other countries ........... AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
U.S.A. and Canada ............................................ AC 120 V only
Australia ............................................................. AC 240 V only
L
R
SURROUND SPEAKERS
(12-16
)
CENTER SPEAKERS
(6 -16
)
+
-
AC 110
-
120V ~
AC 220
-
240V ~
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPO-
SURE TO BEAM.
The marking is located on the rear panel and says that the
component uses laser beams that have been classified
as Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing laser beams
that are of a weaker class. There is no danger of hazard-
ous radiation outside the unit.
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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Preparation
section
3
Contents
Preparation section
Application section
Knowledge section
Before applying power ............................. 2
Safety precautions ..................................... 2
Special features ............................................... 4
System connection........................................... 5
Accessories ....................................................................... 5
Connection of the system accessories ......................... 5
Connection with other components (optional or com-
mercially-available equipment) ..................................... 8
Controls and indicators ................................. 10
Main unit ........................................................................... 10
Display .............................................................................. 12
Remote control unit ........................................................ 13
Operation of remote control unit .................. 14
Operation of the jog dial ................................ 15
Clock adjustment............................................. 16
Changing the display language ................... 17
Let's have sound .............................................. 18
Basic operation ............................................................... 18
Playback of CD ................................................................ 20
Tape playback .................................................................. 22
CHANNEL SPACE setting ................................................ 25
Receiving broadcast station .......................................... 26
Let's record ...................................................... 28
Recording on TAPE ......................................................... 28
Copying tape (Tape dubbing) ......................................... 31
Playback of CD................................................ 32
Listening in the desired sequence
(program playback) ................................................... 32
Repeated playback ......................................................... 34
Random playback ............................................................ 36
R.D.S. (Radio Data System) (For U.K. and Europe) ..... 37
Searching for a desired program type
(PTY search) ................................................................ 38
Convenient CD recording ............................... 40
Selection of the recording type .................................... 40
Recording only desired titles
(CD ONE TRACK RECORDING) ................................. 41
Recording of an entire CD
(CD DIRECT RECORDING) .......................................... 42
Recording the programmed titles
(CD PROGRAM RECORDING) .................................... 43
Effective sound adjustment .......................... 44
Balance adjustment......................................................... 44
Input level adjustment .................................................... 45
Listening to music with desired tone
and sound field ................. 46
Equalizer pattern setting and saving............................ 47
Surround setting ............................................................... 48
Switching the AUX Input ................................................ 50
Surround function ............................................................ 50
Timer operation............................................... 52
Sleep timer ........................................................................ 52
Timer programming.......................................................... 53
Auto Power Save .............................................................. 54
Handling of discs and tapes .......................... 56
Important Items ............................................... 57
Maintenance .................................................................... 57
Reference ......................................................................... 57
In case of difficulty ........................................ 58
Specifications ................................................. 62
Before applying power
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
Basic section
Basic
section
Application
section
Knowledge
section
As an
ENERGY STAR® Partner, Kenwood Corporation
has determined that this products meets the
ENERGY
STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
This product can save energy. Saving energy reduces air
pollution and lowers utility bills.
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4
Preparation
section
Special features
The large sound level meter represents the movement in music with brilliant colors to offer the joy of
viewing the music at the same time as listening.
Large-sized color display panel
Simplified operations using large-sized, Jog Dial
This dial allows you to set the CD program and timer-related operations while observing the operating
conditions shown by the display.
3-Disc carousel CD player
Three discs can be set. There are various ways for enjoyment at the time of program playback, repeat
playback, random playback, etc.
Multi-control jog dial (For use in selecting a function)
Timer programming : Timer playback, AI timer playback, and timer recording can be pro-
grammed.
÷ AI timer playback : When the unit is turned ON by the timer, the sound level
increases gradually.
Sleep timer
: Useful when you want to go asleep while listening to music.
Convenient timer functions
Demonstration
When the power supply is restored after a power failure or the power cord is unplugged and plugged in again during
use, this unit automatically starts the demonstration function (display only). During the demonstration, the display
changes in sequence but the sound mode does not change.
To cancel :
To switch on and off the demonstration :
Press the DISPLAY/DEMO key during demon-
stration to stop it.
Turn the unit OFF (STANDBY mode) and press the
DISPLAY/DEMO key.
Each press of the key switches the demonstration
as shown below.
1 "Demo on" (Demonstration on)
2 "Demo off" (Demonstration off)
DISPLAY/DEMO
Multi language display function
The menu items for the operation can be displayed in any of five of languages, English, French, German,
Spanish, and Italian.
CD text information display (CD TEXT compatibility)
The text information (disc title and track titles) recorded into CDs can be displayed.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround, Dolby 3 Stereo Surround and Dolby Virtual Surround
Dolby Pro Logic Surround, Dolby 3 Stereo Surround and Dolby Virtual Surround are top-level surround
modes that can reproduce the world of 3-dimensional audio.
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Preparation
section
5
System connection
Accessories
FM indoor antenna
(1)
AM loop antenna
(1)
Remote control unit
(1)
Connection of the system accessories
System connection
The supplied antenna is for indoor use. Place it as far
as possible from the main system, TV set, speaker
cords and power cord, and set it to a direction which
provides the best reception.
The accessory antenna is for temporary indoor use
only. For stable signal reception we recommend us-
ing an outdoor antenna. Remove the indoor antenna
if you connect one outdoors.
1 Connect to the antenna terminal.
2 Locate the position providing good recep-
tion condition.
3 Fix the antenna.
FM indoor antenna
AM loop antenna
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories
are put aside so they will not be lost.
Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If
your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer
immediately. If your unit was shipped to you directly, notify
the shipping company without delay. Only the consignee
(the person or company receiving the unit) can file a claim
against the carrier for shipping damage.
We recommend that you retain the original carton and
packing materials for use should you transport or ship the
unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
CAUTION Note on Connection
Connect the components as shown in the diagram. Only plug the power cord into a power outlet once connec-
tions are completed.
The rear panel configuration is variable depending on the models (countries or area).
Use to adapt the plug on the power cord to
the shape of the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where use is
necessary.)
AC plug adaptor (1)
12
3
Assemble.
Batteries (R6/AA)
(2)
GND
AM
ANTENNA
FM
75
GND
AM
ANTENNA
FM
75
Surround speaker system
Surround speaker (2)
Speaker cord (2)
Speaker stabilizer (8)
Center speaker (1)
Speaker cord (1)
Speaker stabilizer (4)

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