MULTIPLE COMPACT DISC PLAYER
DPF-J7020
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
B60-4089-08 00 (K, P, T) AP 9811
This unit is designed for home use only. If the unit is
used in a location other than at home, such as in a
shop (for commercial use), in a car or in a ship, etc.,
and is damaged, a service fee may be charged even
during the warranty period.
TEXT
DIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACT
DPF-J7020 (EN)
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Before applying power
Before applying power
Units are designed for operation as follows.
U.S.A. and Canada ................................................................... AC 120 V only
Europe and U.K. ........................................................................ AC 230 V only
The marking is located on the rear panel and says that the compo-
nent 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 hazardous radiation outside the unit.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
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 dis-
pose 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 coloured in accord-
ance 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 QUALI-
FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED
TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE PROD-
UCT'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
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.
Accessories
Audio cord ....................... (1)
System control cord ........ (1)
Batteries (R6/AA) ............ (2)
Remote control unit ........ (1)
Communication cord ....... (1)
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DPF-J7020 (EN)
Before applying power
Special features
CD player with 200-disc changer
CD-TEXT support
Title registerable
Programmed playback
Filing functions suitable for a 200-disc changer
This unit can accommodate up to 200 discs and can be used like a
home jukebox.
The text information (disc title, track titles, names of the artists,
songwriters, composers, etc.) recorded on the CDs can be easily
called and displayed. (Some Japanese words and text may not be
displayed.)
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In case of a disc not corresponding to CD-TEXT, you can register a
disc title and track titles yourself.
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Disc search is possible by specifying the initial letter of the desired
disc title.
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Desired tracks from up to 200 discs can be selected and programmed
in the desired order. (Maximum 32 tracks)
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An enhanced filing function is provided to handle the large disc
capacity.
Music type:
Discs are filed by 26 music genres.
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8 user files:
Discs can be registered in up to 8 user files.
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Best selection:
Only favorite tracks can be registered and played.
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Contents
Before applying power ............................................... 2
Safety precautions ......................................................... 2
Special features ............................................................. 3
Quick-Start Guide ......................................................... 4
Naming Discs and Tracks .............................................. 4
Important items ............................................................. 5
System connections ..................................................... 6
Connection to digital amplifier or MD ........................ 7
Connection to a general-use amplifier ........................ 7
Controls and indicators ............................................... 8
Operation of remote control unit ............................... 9
Loading batteries ........................................................... 9
Operation ........................................................................ 9
Preparation .................................................................. 10
Loading discs in the carousel ..................................... 10
In regard to ALL DATA READ mode ........................... 11
Normal play (TRACK mode) ............................................ 12
Playing tracks in order from track No.1 .................... 12
Direct disc selection .................................................... 13
Playback from desired track ....................................... 14
Skipping tracks ............................................................ 14
Searching ...................................................................... 14
Displays ........................................................................ 15
Programming tracks in desired order (PGM mode) ....... 16
To check the programmed tracks ............................... 17
To add a track to the program .................................... 17
To change a track in the program .............................. 17
To clear tracks from the program .............................. 17
Repeated playback (REPEAT mode) .............................. 18
To repeat only the desired tracks .............................. 18
To repeat one selected disc ........................................ 18
Playback in a random order (RANDOM mode) ............ 19
To select another track in the middle of playing one .... 19
To cancel random playback ........................................ 19
Registration of Title .................................................... 20
Assigning Title (TITLE INPUT mode) ......................... 20
To change the character type ..................................... 21
To change or delete a title .......................................... 22
Listening to music by genre (MUSIC TYPE mode) ............ 23
Registration of music type (MUSIC TYPE SET mode) ..... 23
Creation of user's disc file (USER FILE SET mode) .. 24
To clear the music type or user file registered for a disc ... 24
Playing the music type or user file (MUSIC TYPE PLAY mode) .. 25
Disc search (DISC SEARCH mode) ................................................ 26
Searching a disc by the disc title ............................... 26
Searching the music type or user file ....................... 27
Listening to your favorite titles
(BEST SELECTION mode)
..................................................... 28
Registration of best selection file .............................. 28
Playing the best selection file .................................... 28
To delete the registered best selection .................... 28
Timer operation ........................................................... 29
In case of difficulty .................................................... 31
Specifications ............................................................. 32
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
DPF-J7020 (EN)
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Before applying power
Enter the disc
number directly
on the 10-key
pad,
Then press
SET
.
OR:
Use the DISC
SKIP
buttons to
select the disc.
Open the loading door
and leave it open for
this entire operation.
Naming Discs and Tracks
Discs can be given disc names (up to 25 characters), and up to 20 tracks per disc can also be named (up to 15 characters each).
Although the most convenient time to enter disc and track names is when you insert the discs into the player for the first time,
(that way the player keeps track of the disc names for you as you insert the discs), you can use this procedure to enter or change
disc and track names any time you want.
These instructions explain how to enter disc names when you insert the discs into the player for the first time.
The disc tray
will rotate so
that the slot is
in the loading
position,
and
the display will
show the disc
number:
DXXX
1
Insert a CD in the
empty slot. Make sure
the
label
faces
to-
wards your right.
3
Select an empty disc
slot.
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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-P0709
BEST
SELECTION
RANDOM
DISPLAY
3
24
CONFIRM
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REPEAT
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SPACE
/CHECK
CHARA.
/P.MODE
DELETE
/CLEAR
+100
9
DISC
SELECTOR
DOWN
UP
(
'
DISC SKIP
LEFT
RIGHT
CURSOR
DOWN
UP
CHARACTER
)
7
MODE
SET
ENTER
6
4¢
1¡
POWER
LABEL FA
CES
TOWARDS
RIGHT
Enter the disc name
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8. The selected character flashes
on the display. (You can also
use the CHARACTER DOWN
/UP
buttons to select characters. Af-
ter selecting each character,
press SET to enter it.)
9. Press ENTER.
The display reads:
TITLE STORE!!
10.The display then switches to
show the disc number, and the
first track number flashes:
DXXX T01
To enter track names:
11. Repeat steps 3-9
12.The display then switches to
show the disc number, and the
next track number flashes:
DXXX T02
13.Repeat steps 3-9 for each track
on the disc.
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-P0709
BEST
SELECTION
RANDOM
DISPLAY
3
24
CONFIRM
AB
C
DE
F
G
HI
J
K
LM
N
O
PQ
R
S
TU
V
XY
Z
W
REPEAT
1
7
68
5
+10
/
0
.
SPACE
/CHECK
CHARA.
/P.MODE
DELETE
/CLEAR
+100
9
DISC
SELECTOR
DOWN
UP
(
'
DISC SKIP
LEFT
RIGHT
CURSOR
DOWN
UP
CHARACTER
)
7
MODE
SET
ENTER
6
4¢
1¡
POWER
1. Press MODE.
The display flashes:
TITLE INPUT
2. Press SET.
The display reads:
D--- T-- SELECT
then the disc number you
selected will flash:
DXXX
3. Press SET again. The dis-
play will stop flashing and
will change to the alpha-
numeric
character
dis-
play:
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ZABC
4. Use the character-key
pad to select characters.
5. If you make a mistake,
use
DELETE
/CLEAR
to
erase your last entry.
6. Use SPACE/CHECK to en-
ter spaces.
7. Use CHARA./P.MODE to
shift between capital let-
ters, lowercase letters
and numbers/symbols.
Quick-Start Guide
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DPF-J7020 (EN)
Before applying power
Label side
Playing side
Cleaning
If fingerprints or foreign matter become at-
tached to the disc, lightly wipe the disc with
a soft cotton cloth (or similar) from the cen-
ter of the disc outwards in a radial manner.
Storage
When a disc is not to be played for a long
period of time, remove it from the player and
store it in its case.
Handling
Hold the discs so that you do not touch the
playing surface.
Discs which can be played with this unit
CD (12 cm), and the audio part of CDV, CD-G, CD-EG and CD-EXTRA.
Use discs that comply with the IEC standard, for example a disc carrying
the
DIGITAL AUDIO
DIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACT
COMPACT
marking on the label surface.
÷An 8 cm CD cannot be played back.
Disc handling precautions
Disc accessories
The disc accessories (stabilizer, protection sheet, protection ring, etc.)
which are marketed for improving the sound quality or protecting discs
as well as the disc cleaner should not be used with this system because
they may cause malfunction.
Do not attach paper or tape to either the play-
ing side or the label side of the discs.
Sticker
Sticky paste
Never play a cracked or warped disc
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player.
Therefore, to avoid danger, never use a cracked or deformed disc or a
disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.
Please do not use discs which are not round because they may cause a
malfunction.
Important items
Caution on condensation
Condensation (of dew) may occur inside the unit when there is a
great difference in temperature between this unit and the outside.
This unit may not function properly if condensation occurs. In this
case, leave the unit for a few hours with the power left ON, and
restart the operation after the condensation has dride up.
Be specially cautious against condensatin in a following
circumsatance:
When this unit is carried from a place to another across a large
difference in temperature, when the humidity in the room where
this unit is installed increases, etc.
Maintenance of the unit
When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry
cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these agents may
cause discoloration.
In regard to contact cleaner
Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction.
Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil, for
they may deform the plastic component.
NO
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Note related to transportation and movement
Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the following op-
eration:
1. Remove all discs from the carousel and close the door panel.
2. Confirm that the flashing "NO DISC" display has changed to steady
lighting, and then switch off the power.
3. Wait a few seconds, then disconnect the power plug.
Memory backup function
Stored contents for at least
3 weeks after power plug is
unplugged from the AC out-
let.
Power status (ON or OFF),
Title registration contents
Music type registration contents
User file registration contents
Best selection registration contents