KENWOOD KXFW4030 Owner's Manual

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KXF-W4030
CT-405
STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK
B60-4536-08 (EN)
KENWOOD CORPORATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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KXF-W4030
CT-405
STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK
B60-4536-08 (EN)
KENWOOD CORPORATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Introduction
*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.
Before applying power
Caution: Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation.
Units are designed for operation as follows.
U.S.A. and Canada ............................ AC 120 V only
Australia .......................................... AC 240 V only
Europe and U.K. ............................... AC 230 V only
*Other countriesAC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
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 excessive
line voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage se-
lector switch.
AC voltage selector switch
Safety precautions
Caution: Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation.
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 IN-
SIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL
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 PER-
SONS.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO
ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTE-
NANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE
APPLIANCE.
As an
ENERGY STAR® Partner, Kenwood Corpora-
tion 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.
AC110-
120V~
AC220-
240V~
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 coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue
: Neutral
Brown
: Live
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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Accessories
Check that the following accessories are present.
Audio cord ........................ (2)
System control cord ............ (1)
AC plug adaptor .............. (1)
Use to adapt the plug on the power cord
to the shape of the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where use is
necessary.)
Contents
Caution: Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
How to record (Deck B only) ..................................... 16
Normal recording .............................................................. 16
Tape dubbing operation (Deck A
\ Deck B) ........... 19
Tape dubbing ..................................................................... 19
Convenient CD recording (Deck B only) .................. 20
CD synchro recording ....................................................... 20
Recording of CD playback (CCRS)(Deck B only) ............. 21
Timer operations ........................................................ 22
Timer playback of tape ...................................................... 22
Timer recording of tuner broadcast(Deck B only) .......... 23
In case of difficulty ..................................................... 24
Glossary ...................................................................... 26
Specifications ............................................................. 27
Introduction .................................................................. 2
Before applying power ....................................................... 2
Safety precautions .............................................................. 2
Special features ................................................................... 3
Important items ........................................................... 4
Maintenance ........................................................................ 4
Reference ............................................................................. 4
System connections .................................................... 6
Controls and indicators ............................................... 8
Preparation for playback (recording) ....................... 10
Playback (recording) preparation .................................... 10
Listening to cassette tapes ....................................... 11
Normal playback ............................................................... 11
Relay playback ................................................................... 12
Convenient music search (DPSS) ............................. 14
Skip play operation ........................................................... 14
Single-tune repeated playback operation ....................... 15
¶ The Dolby HX pro headroom extension and auto-bias function provide a recording with
superior high-frequency characterisitics.
¶Simple operations allow you to use the following convenient functions.
1 Skip Play 2 Single-tune repeated playback
(DPSS: Direct program Search System)
¶This function automatically stes the optimum recording level of the disc to be recorded,
making it easy to record a CD.
(CCRS: Computer-Controlled CD Recording System)
¶ With an easy operation, the tape loaded in deck A can be dubbed onto the tape in deck B.
making it easy to record a CD.
Special features
Dolby HX pro and Auto-Bias function
DPSS function
CCRS function
Dubbing function
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.
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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 dried up.
Be specially cautions against condensation in a following cir-
cumstance:
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 in installed increases, etc.
Important items
Cleaning the heads and peripheral com-
ponents
For maintaining the best condition of the deck and
for longer service life, always keep the head (record-
ing/playback/erase), capstan and pinch roller clean.
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.
Demagnetizing the head
When the recording/playback head is magnetized,
the sound quality will be deteriorated. In such a
case, demagnetize the head using a commercially
available demagnetizer (head eraser).
Capstan
There are precisely aligned parts around
the heads, including the tape guides.
When cleaning, pay special attention so
as not to apply shock to them.
Cotton swab
Pinch roller
Tape guides
Head
WARNING NOTICE:
IN MOST CASES IT IS AN INFRINGMENT OF COPYRIGHT
TO MAKE COPIES OF TAPES OR DISCS WITHOUT THE
PERMISSION OF THE COPYRIGHT OWNERS. ANYONE
WISHING TO COPY COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE TAPES
OR DISCS SHOULD CONTACT THE MECHANICAL COPY-
RIGHT PROTECTION SOCIETY LIMITED OR THE PER-
FORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY LIMITED.
Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension manufac-
tured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
HX Pro originated by Bang & Olufsen.
"DOLBY", the double-D symbol and "HX PRO" are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Cleaning the head section
Cleaning
Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or
benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.
Caution against contact revitalizer
Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction.
Be specially careful against contact cleaners containing oil, for they
may deform the plastic componente.
Maintenance
Reference
Note
Note
Note
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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.
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
recorded on accidentally.
For B side
To re-record
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.
N
S
Notes
Notes
Notes
For A side
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.
2. Endless tapes
Do not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mechanism
of the unit.
Handling the cassette tape
Important items

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