Battery consumption displayProblems?Connections
There are cases where problems that appear to indicate a defect are in fact attribut-Ensure that the power of all components is off before connecting the cord.
The following black-and white inverted mark will be displayed at the liquid crys-able to other causes. In this event, check the problem against the table below to
tal displayOs information display area when the batteries are running low.ascertain what the trouble is. (There are cases where requests for service owing toCar battery adapter
Using the car battery adapter
problems attributable to the causes outlined in the table will be charged.)(Cars with DC 12V battery only)
? When the unit is not used, unplug the car bat-
? Refer to the "Accessories"
SymptomCauseRecoverytery adapter. (Otherwise, the car battery may
run out, with some car models.)table.
Nothing happens? The HOLD switch on the? Cancel the HOLD function.? The plug may not match the cigar lighter
The timing for displaying the black-and white inverted marker for indicating the
when the operationplayer or remote controller issocket of some car models.
consumption level of the batteries will differ in accordance with the battery type.
keys are pressed.set to HOLD.? If the unit cannot be operated with the car bat-Connect to
?The batteries have run out.? Replace both alkaline batter- tery adapter connected, suspect the possibil-cigar lighter socket
Timing for displaying the black-
Battery typeAction
and white inverted markeries, or recharge the re-ity of a blown fuse. The fuse can be replaced
chargeable batteries.by turning the electrode on the tip of theThe power will be automati-
adapter plug. When replacing the fuse, be
Rechargeable bat-When the remaining capacitycally switched off after a cer-sure to use a fuse with a rating of 1 A.? The AC adapter or car battery? Connect the adapter prop-
teriesof the batteries is low tain period of time. Rechargeadapter are not connected.erly.
the batteries.? The format of the disc in use? Create a disc in a format that
Alkaline dry-cellWhen approximately half ofPlayback is possible while theis wrong, or it has not beencan be used.
batteriesthe battery life has been useddisplay is blinking.finalized.Use only discs that have
been correctly finalized.
When both recharge-_DC IN+
When approximately half of?The wrong procedure has? Perform the procedure forHOLD
Playback is possible while theable batteries and al-
the alkaline battery life has/LINE
kaline dry-cell batter-display is blinking.been performed for MODEplaying back MP3 discs andOPENTEP H O N ES OUT
been usedVOLUMEOREM
ies are used togetherkey operations, or theWMA discs correctly.
method of selecting theListening through car audioCASSETTE
Recharge the rechargeable batteries, or replace them with new batteries if alkalineSpeakers withfolder and file is incorrect.? If sound is not produced, change
batteries are in use.built-in amplifier
the tape playing direction of the
VOLUME
When the batteries run out, the power will be switched off automatically.No sound is emittedThe headphones have notPlug the headphones firmlycar stereo.??
MINMAX
from the headphones.been plugged in far enough.into the PHONES terminal.(Sound is not produced if the carInsert into cas-
? The volume has been turned? Adjust the volume on thestereo is set to play tape side B.)sette deck slot.A
down on the player or re-player and remote controller.? Audio reproduction may be im-
Car cassette
mote controller.possible with the following type
Getting the best out of your playerof car stereo.adapter.
? Refer to the
The sound skips or? The D.A.S.C. function (sound? Switch the D.A.S.C. function One-way models which have the
Precautions when using rechargeable batteriesbreaks up.skip guard) is switched off.on.play head on the left side."Accessories"
table.
(NB-150 Nickel-Metal Hydrogen rechargeable batteries)? The power of the vibrations? Place the player in a loca- Models which function by detect-
ing the tape tension.Before using the car cassette adapter
exceeds the capabilities oftion with minimal vibrations.
?(With these car stereo models,Do not use any rechargeable batteries other than the ones specially required by thethe D.A.S.C. function.? This unit can be used exclusively with a KENWOOD portable CD player.
the car cassette adapter is? The direction in which the cord comes out should be changed depending on the car
player. Failure to observe this may result in damage.The disc is soiled.Clean the disc.??
ejected automatically when it isstereo model. Read the following instructions carefully and correct the unit properly
? Nickel-Metal Hydrogen rechargeable batteries are used with the player. Owing to? The lens is soiled.? Clean the lens.inserted.)
before use.
the characteristics of these batteries, it is necessary to recharge them at least once ? The batteries are running? Replace or recharge the bat-
every two months even when they have not been used.out.teries.
Usable cassette slot types
? It is possible to recharge the batteries approximately 300 times.
? Replace the rechargeable batteries when the amount of time they can be used isWhite noise can be? The headphones plug is? Clean the plug.AAAAABBBBBCCCCC
minimal even after recharging (use NB-130 batteries sold separately.)heard.soiled.
??A small amount of current will be consumed even when the power to the player isThe batteries are running? Replace or recharge the bat-AAA
switched off. It is therefore recommended that the batteries are removed if the playerout.teries.
?The headphones have not? Plug the headphones firmly
will not be used for a long period of time.
(Factory setup)
? Place the rechargeable batteries in the battery carrying case supplied when carryingbeen plugged in far enough.into the PHONES terminal.
them around. There is a risk of the positive and negative poles being shorted if they
The batteries cannot? Normal dry cell batteries are? Replace the batteries in the
come into contact with key holders or other metallic objects when carried in a pocket.
be recharged.being used.player with the rechargeable
The rechargeable batteries have a tendency to become warm when recharged andbatteries.MaintenanceCaution of hearing (For U.S.A.)
during use. This is not a defect.no DISC is displayed? No disc is loaded.
? Load a disc that can be
*Simple care
Ensure that the instruction manual supplied with rechargeable batteries is read thor-played back.Care of lensWeWeWant YouWant You
? The disc has been inserted? Insert the disc with the labelLISTENINGLISTENINGFor A LifetimeFor A Lifetime
oughly when purchased separately for models that do not include them.When the lens in the pick-up gets dirty, malfunctions including the
upside down.facing upwards.impossibility of playback may occur. The lens should be cleaned
For rechargeable battery? The disc is abnormal. ? Replace with a disc that canusing a commercially available camera lens blower, etc. Do not
ERROR is displayedSelecting fine audio equipment such as the unit youve just purchased is only the start of your musical
*touch the lens to prevent damaging the mechanism. Also do not
(The disc cannot be read).be played back.enjoyment. Now its time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers.
use a lens cleaner or disc cleaner product.
WARNINGThis manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Associations Consumer Electronics Group want you to get
no FILE is displayed? The disc does not contain? Replace with a disc whichCare of main unitthe most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and
? Use specified charger only.*
the MP3 or WMA files.contains files that can beWhen the unit gets dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is stained seriously, aclear without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
? Do not disassemble or mutilate,may cause burns.
played back.Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing comfort level adapts to higher volumes of sound. Somoistened cloth can be used. Do not use benzine or thinner for these will damage the unit.
? Do not incinerate or heat,may cause burns,burst or release toxic materials.
Cleaning the plugwhat sounds normal can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your
? Do not short circuit,may cause burns.
The power will be switched off automatically when an error is displayed.Wipe the headphone plug with a soft cloth to keep it clean.equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
? Keep away from children.*A dirty plug may cause noise or malfunction.
Caution:To establish a safe level:
1. This system uses a microcomputer, and there are cases where normal functioning willCaution on disc used? Start your volume control at a low setting.
not be possible owing to noise from external sources and other noise forms. In this? Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.Usable discs
event, temporarily unplug the power cord or remove the batteries, and then try again.
8 cm single CDs can be played as they are; do not use a commercially-available single
2. There are cases where malfunctions will occur when the headphones are plugged inOnce you have established a comfortable sound level:
CD adapter.? Set the dial and leave it there.
and unplugged. This is not a defect.
3. There are cases where it is not possible to play back media and files that have not beenHandlingTaking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we
correctly saved.Hold compact discs so that you do not touch the playing surface.want you listening for a lifetime.
Do not attach paper or tape to either the playing side or the label side of compact discs.
For the U.S.A.We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Never play a cracked or warped disc.
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player. Therefore, to avoid danger,
CAUTION:damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic
never use a cracked or deformed disc or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.
Use of controls or adjustments or perform-Industries Associations Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to
ance of procedures other than those speci-KENWOOD CORPORATIONCleaningexcessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
fied herein may result in hazardous radia-2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO,If fingerprints or foreign matter become attached to the disc,
LevelExample
tion exposure.HACHIOJI-SHI,lightly wipe the disc with a soft cotton cloth (or similar) from
TOKYO, JAPANthe center of the disc outwards in a radial manner. 30 dBQuiet library, soft whispers
In compliance with Federal Regulations, 40 dBLiving room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THISStorage
following are reproductions of labels on, or 50 dBLight traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHSWhen a disc is not to be played for a long period of time,
inside the product relating to laser product 60 dBAir conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
safety.REGULATIONS NO. 21 CFR 1040.10, 70 dBVacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurantremove it from the CD player and store it in its case.
CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.
Precaution against condensation 80 dBAverage city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.
Immediately after a room is heated or in a room with high humidity (or vapor), the unitTHE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
Location: Bottom Panel
may malfunction due to the condensation of dew or mist on the pick-up lens. In such a 90 dBSubway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
case, leave the unit for about an hour before trying to use it again.100 dBGarbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 dBRock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 dBGunshot blast, jet plane
180 dBRocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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