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DIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACT
MC
COMPONENT SYSTEM/COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
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.
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XD-951
XD-A900
XD-A700
XD-951/A900/A700 (En)
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Before applying power
Units are designed for operation as follows.
U.S.A. and Canada ................................................................... AC 120 V only
Australia .................................................................................... AC 240 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.
Europe and U.K. ........................................................................ AC 230 V only
China and Russia ..................................................................... AC 220 V only
*Other countries ................................ AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
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
PRODUCT'S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC 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
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Contents
Preparation section
Application section
Before applying power ............................................ 2
Safety precautions ....................................................... 2
Special features ............................................................ 4
Handling of discs and tapes ........................................ 5
System connection (XD-951/XD-A900) .................. 6
Connection of the System Accessories ..................... 6
System connection (XD-A700) ................................ 8
Connection of the System Accessories ..................... 8
Connection of the surround speakers ........................... 10
Connection of Options (Optional Parts) .................. 11
Controls and indicators ......................................... 12
Main Unit ..................................................................... 12
Display ......................................................................... 14
Remote control Unit ................................................... 15
Operation of remote control unit .......................... 16
CHANNEL SPACE setting ........................................... 16
Let's put out some sound ....................................... 18
Basic use method ....................................................... 18
Playback of CD ............................................................ 20
Playback of tape ......................................................... 22
Searching for the desired music program (DPSS) .. 25
Receiving broadcast station ....................................... 26
Let's record ............................................................... 28
Recording (Deck B only) ............................................ 28
Copying tape (Tape dubbing) ..................................... 31
Playback of CD ........................................................ 32
Listening in the desired sequence
(program playback) .............................................. 32
Repeated playback ..................................................... 34
Listening to an unexpected title sequence
(random playback) ................................................ 36
R.D.S. (Radio Data System)
(For only U.K., Europe and Russia) ....................... 37
Searching for a desired program type
(PTY search) ............................................................ 38
To be able to listen to the desired information
at any time (EON) ................................................. 40
Convenient CD recording ....................................... 42
Selection of the convenient CD recording type ...... 42
Recording only desired titles
(CD ONE TRACK RECORD) ................................... 43
Recording of an entire CD
(CD RECORD) .......................................................... 44
Giving preference to the tape length over the title
sequence (CD EDIT) .............................................. 45
Recording the programmed titles
(CD PGM RECORD) ................................................ 46
Effective Sound Adjustment ................................. 47
Adjustment of balance and input level ..................... 47
Listening with the desired sound
(equalizer function) ............................................... 48
Enjoying Sound Field Effects ..................................... 50
DOLBY PRO LOGIC surround adjustment ................ 51
DOLBY PRO LOGIC surround playback ..................... 52
DOLBY 3 STEREO adjustment and play ................... 53
DSP (Digital Signal Processor) playback .................. 54
Enjoying Karaoke (Except for some areas) ............... 55
Clock adjustment ..................................................... 56
Timer operation ....................................................... 57
Sleep timer (SLEEP) .................................................... 57
Operate easy To use Timer
(Operate easy To use Timer:O.T.T.) ............................ 57
Timer programming ........................................................ 58
Important Items ....................................................... 61
Maintenance ................................................................ 61
Reference ..................................................................... 61
In case of difficulty ................................................. 62
Specifications ......................................................... 65
Before applying power
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
Basic section
Knowledge section
Knowledge
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Application
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Basic
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3D Wide FL display
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The easy to see graphical display features a large spectrum analyzer. A running indicator shows the opera-
tions such as CD playback and skipping at a glance.
Speaker cords (4)
XD-951/XD-A900
Speaker cords (2)
XD-A700
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
Accessories
FM indoor antenna (1)
Remote control unit (1)
Loop antenna stand (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Easy to operate, new multi control jog dial
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The jog dial makes possible easy setup of CD playback, timer recording/playback and other operations while
monitoring the displayed information. The same operation is also available on the remote control unit.
The Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Stereo are top-level surround modes that can reproduce the world of 3-
dimensional audio.
DOLBY Pro Logic Surround
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Three discs can be set. There are various ways for enjoyment at the time of program playback, repeat
playback, random playback, etc.
3-Disc carousel CD player
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Before applying power
Special features
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.
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 auto-
matically starts the demonstration function (display only). During the
demonstration, the display changes in sequence but the audio does
not change. The demonstration can be canceled with the following
procedure.
÷ Press the key during demonstration to stop it.
÷ Even when DEMO is ON, stations with weak radio waves are muted
and their sound cannot be heard.
(Provided in the speaker package)
Europe and U.K.
Other countries
Speaker cushions (8)
MODE
/DEMO
To switch over the demonstration:
Turn the unit OFF (STANDBY mode) and
press the key.
Each press of the key switches the demon-
stration as shown below.
1 DEMO (Demonstration executed)
2 OFF (Demonstration canceled)
Each 3-way speaker incorporates an additional sub woofer to reproduce heavy bass more powerfully than
conventional system speakers.
Built in sub woofer (XD-951/XD-A900 only)
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Surround speaker system
Surround speaker (2)
Speaker cord (2)
Speaker stabilizer (8)
Wall mount hardware (2)
Screw (4)
Center speaker (1)
Speaker cord (1)
Speaker stabilizer (4)
Except for CRS-N551
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2. Endless tapes
Do not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mechanism of
the unit.
To re-record
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 recorded on
accidentally.
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 slack.
To store cassette tapes
Do not store the tapes in a place which is subject to direct sunlight, or
near equipment that generates heat. Keep the cassette tapes away
from any magnetic field.
For A side
For B side
Notes on cassette tape
Apply tape only to the position where
the tab has been removed.
1. Longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tape
Since longer tape than 110 minutes 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.
Notes
Notes
Handling of discs and tapes
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 center of
the disc outwards in a radial manner.
Storage
When a disc is not to be played for a long pe-
riod of time, remove it from the CD player and
store it in its case.
Handling
Hold compact discs so that you do not
touch the playing surface.
Discs which can be played with this unit
CD (12 cm, 8 cm), CDV (only the audio part)
÷ With CD-G (CD Graphics) discs, this unit can play only the audio.
÷ Please do not use discs which are not round because they may
cause a malfunction.
Disc handling precautions
CD accessories
The CD 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 be-
cause they may cause malfunction.
Caution on disc used
Never play cracked or warped disc.
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player.
Therefore, to avoid malfunction, never use a cracked or deformed disc
or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.
Do not use cleaning discs.
Please do not use commercially available cleaning discs, they may
damage the internal mechanism.
Do not attach paper or tape to either
the playing side or the label side of com-
pact discs.
N
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Sticker, etc
Sticky paste