COMPACT Hi-Fi COMPONENT SYSTEM K-511USB RD-K511USB INSTRUCTION MANUAL Declaration of Conformity with regard to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Manufacturer: Kenwood Corporation 2967-3 Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-8525 Japan EU Representative's: Kenwood Electronics Europe BV Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, The Netherlands © B60-5755-00/00 (EW/XW)
What are available with this system Play Playback of a large variety of media including the SD card and digital audio player as well as CD. CD page 28 Record SD page 32 USB page 36 iPod/D.
Contents Caution : Read the pages marked ¤ carefully to ensure safe operation.
Before applying power ¤ Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. Australia ........................................................... AC 240 V only Europe .............................................................. AC 230 V only Safety precautions WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Accessories Accessories Remote control batteries (LR03(AAA) x 2) The batteries are inserted in the packaging material. FM indoor antenna (x 1) Speaker cords (2 m x 2) Remote control unit (RC-F0714E x 1) Read before use AM loop antenna (x 1) AMG database CD (x 1) K-511USB only: Packaged with the speakers.
Installation Preparation of remote control Installation precautions Preparing the remote control unit • Always install the system on a level, stable surface. When installing on a stand or tabletop, be sure to confirm the strength of the stand. Loading batteries 1Remove the battery cover. The speakers is not provided with RD-K511USB. Left speaker Main unit Right speaker Operation Plug the power cord of the system to a power outlet and press [K] on the remote control unit to turn the system ON.
Connections Basic connections Caution for connection Connecting the AM loop antenna The provided AM antenna is an indoor antenna. Install it as apart as possible from the main unit, TV set, speaker cords and power cord and orient it in the direction that offers best reception condition. AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna 1Connect the [FM75Ω] and [MGND] terminals.
Connections Connecting associated products (commercially available) • Before connecting associated system products, be sure to read their instruction manuals. • Connect every connection cord firmly. Incomplete insertion may cause loss of audio output or generation of noise. Set the main unit in the standby mode before connecting any associated product to it and do not set the power button to ON until all connections are completed.
Names and functions of parts g SD2E (page 32) Press to start/pause SD2 playback. Main unit 2 3 4 5 6 h SD2 slot (page 23) Insert an SD card. This slot is used as the AMG database slot during CD playback. 7 8 9 m 0 a l b k i SD card illumination The illumination varies as SD playback/record/move operation advances. During playback/pause: Blue (Blinks during pause.) During recording/record-pause: Red (Blinks during recordpause.) During move: Moving red j SD1 slot (page 23) Insert an SD card.
Names and functions of parts b Lights when HR SOUND is set. (page 99) Display 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 n AM (page 44) Lights in AM tuning mode. TOTAL (page 82) Lights to indicate the elapse time and remaining time of the disc during CD playback. kHz Shows the AM tuning frequency. MHz Shows the FM tuning frequency. 9 0 m l k a j i h g fe 1 Shows the information in alphanumeric characters. indicates the information being selected. 2 O.T.E. (page 52) Lights during One-Touch Edit recording.
Names and functions of parts Remote Control Unit z 1 y 1 K (page 23) Press to switch the power of the system ON/OFF (standby mode). 2 REC MODE (page 86) Press to set the recording mode used in recording. w 2 3 4 5 v 6 5 Press to start O.T.E. recording of a CD to SD1/SD2/ USB. u 7 6 Press to start recording in SD1/SD2/USB. x t 8 s 7 Press to move a file or folder between SD1/SD2/USB. SD1 MOVE : Moves into SD1. SD2 MOVE : Moves into SD2. USB MOVE : Moves into USB.
Basic Operation This symbol indicates an operation on the main unit. When it is marked, perform the operation by pressing the required button(s) on the main unit. 1 • Pressing [K] while the system is ON switches it OFF (standby mode). 2 • Insert the SD card so that the label side faces up and the side with a cut comes on the right. Set the source to be played. ■ How to load a CD 1Press [L] on the main unit to open the tray. 2Place a disc with the label side facing up.
Acquiring the CD title information AMG database How to use the AMG database When a CD is played, the AMG Database can be used to search the title information of the CD based on its TOC (Table Of Contents) information and to acquire information including the album name, track names and artist name. The title information can be acquired automatically when the CD source is selected and a CD is loaded. Press [L] to open the tray and place a CD. Copy the provided AMG Database CD into an SD card.
Folders and music files With this system, the music recorded in the CD-ROM, SD card, USB device or digital audio player is referred to as "audio file(s)" or "file(s)". When an SD card or USB card is recorded using this system: How to select a folder and/or file The files recorded into an SD card or USB device using this system are grouped in folders, and management numbers are automatically given to the created folders and files. The folder and file can be selected as follows.
Playing a CD or audio file disc A CD or a CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW containing audio files (WMA/MP3/AAC) can be played as described below. Button operations during playback/stop To • For the playable files, see "Playable audio files". (page 102) Playback 1 Switch the display information Press [DISPLAY/CHARAC.] during playback or stop. Switch the time display information Press [TIME DISP.]. Stop Press [STOPF] during playback. Playing music tracks Pause " 2 " is displayed. Press [CDE] during playback.
Playing a CD or audio file disc Folder play mode Music in a CD or audio file disc can be played in the order programmed by the user. Audio file disc only The system can be set to a mode for playback per folder. In this mode, the system plays only the selected folder and stops after all of its files have been played. • Select the CD source and enter stop mode. • Select the CD source and enter stop mode. Press [MULTI CONTROL] or the numeric button(s) to select the folder, then press [ENTER].
Playing an SD card The audio files in an SD card can be played as described below. Button operations during playback/stop The SD1 and SD2 slots can be used exactly in the same way. SD1E Switch the display information Press [DISPLAY/CHARAC.] during playback or stop. Playback Switch the time display information Press [TIME DISP.]. Insert the SD card. Stop Press [STOPF] during playback. Insert the SD card in the SD1 or SD2 slot of the main unit. Pause " 2 P.MODE Numeric " is displayed.
Playing an SD card Folder play mode Program playback The system can be set to a mode for playback per folder.In this mode, the system plays only the selected folder and stops after all of its files have been played. Audio files can be played in the order programmed by the user. SD1 and SD2 can be set separately. • Select the SD source and enter stop mode. • Select the SD source and enter stop mode. 1 Select "PGM" (program play mode). ■ ■ Each press switches the selection. Press [P.MODE].
Playing a USB device A USB device such as a USB flash memory or a digital audio player with USB mass storage class compatibility can be connected to play audio files in it. • For the playable files, see "Playable audio files". (page 102) USB DRIVE Playback USBE Connect the USB device to the [ of the main unit. 2 USB] terminal Start playback. Numeric DISPLAY/ CHARAC. TIME DISP. CLEAR Each press switches the displayed information. (page 82) Each press switches the displayed information.
Playing a USB device Folder play mode Program playback The system can be set to a mode for playback per folder. In this mode, the system plays only the selected folder and stops after all of its files have been played. Audio files can be played in the order programmed by the user. • Select the USB source and enter stop mode. 1 N lit Each press switches the selection. PGM lit Not lit 2 Folder play mode PGM lit Program play mode Not lit Normal play mode Select the folder to be played.
Playing iPod/D.AUDIO An iPod or kenwood digital audio player can be connected to play audio files in it. • For the iPod and kenwood digital audio players that can be connected to this system, see "Handling iPod" and "Handling D.AUDIO". (pages 104, 105) The playback with the iPod/D.AUDIO connection can be switched between the following two modes. Connect an iPod or kenwood digital audio player to the [iPod/D.AUDIO IN] terminal on the rear of the main unit using a commercially available connection cable.
Playback with the AUX Connection An external component can be connected to the system for playback as the AUX audio source. Switching the mode Playback • AUX: Use this mode when the connected component outputs audio only. 1 Connect an external component. AUX VCR, etc. ENTER • Also read the instruction manual for the connected auxiliary component. • Be sure to turn both this system and the external component OFF before connecting them. 2 3 1 Switching the mode Press [ENTER].
Listening to Radio Broadcasting A radio station in the FM/AM band can be selected and listened to. Selecting a station that is not preset in memory (Auto tuning/Manual tuning) 1Select the tuning mode. Listening to Radio Broadcasting PTY 1 Press [STOPF]. Select the FM or AM band. Each press switches the selection. Press [TUNER]. Each press switches the FM/AM band.
Listening to Radio Broadcasting Presetting stations automatically (Auto Preset) Presetting stations manually (Manual Preset) Radio stations can be preset automatically in preset channels. The FM/AM station being tuned can be preset in memory by specifying the preset No. If a station is preset in a preset No. in which another station has already been preset, the existing setting is overwritten and replaced with the new setting. Stations cannot be preset if other audio source is selected.
Listening to Radio Broadcasting RDS (Radio Data System) This system is designed for RDS reception, it can extract the information from the broadcast signal for use with various functions such as automatic display of the station name. Select the FM band. • Some functions may not be provided or be given different names depending on countries or areas. Preset RDS stations with the AUTO MEMORY function. (page 46.
Before recording Various recording methods Selecting the recording mode according to the quality and purpose This system is capable of various recording methods to enable optimum recording according to the recording format and sound properties of the audio sources. Four modes are available for recording in SD/USB.
Recording CD in SD/USB One-Touch Edit recording Recording a single track in CD Single press of a button starts automatic recording from a CD into SD1, SD2 or USB. Only one track in a CD can be selected and recorded. Preparation before recording CDDSD1 • When the CD title information is necessary, acquire it in advance as described in "Acquiring CD title information". (page 24) CDDSD2 • Insert a recordable SD card or USB device in the main unit. CDDUSB 1 2 3 Start recording.
Recording general audio source into SD/USB As well as the audio played with the CD source, the audio played with the TUNER, AUX, iPod or D.AUDIO (kenwood digital audio player) source can be recorded in SD/USB. Recording D.AUDIO files • Insert a recordable SD card or USB device in the main unit. SD1 REC • Prepare the audio source to be recorded. SD2 REC AUX MULTI CONTROL • Automatic title information acquisition from the AMG database is not available.
Recording in the digital audio player The audio of the CD, SD, USB, TUNER and AUX sources can be recorded in the analog format in a kenwood digital audio player. 3 Prepare recording. Recording CD/SD/USB tracks/files Preparation before recording Select the track/file to be recorded or pause at the position where you want to start recording. • Prepare the audio source to be recorded. USBE 1 SD1E SD2E Recording radio broadcasting Connect the digital audio player to the [REC OUT] terminal.
Listening to an audio source while recording another After the start of recording, this system can switch the audio source and listen to its play. This function is convenient when the recorded audio cannot be monitored, for example during One-Touch Edit recording of CD (at the 4x speed). • Whether or not playback of another source is possible is determined by the recording speed, recording path and the new audio source. Check the table on the next page.
Moving a folder or audio file A folder or audio file can be moved between SD1, SD2 and USB. Even an audio file being played can be moved. 4 USB MOVE SD1E SD1 MOVE SD2E SD2 MOVE 1Select the move destination folder. Press [SD1 MOVE]/[SD2 MOVE]/[USB MOVE]. : Folder : File USBE When moving into an existing folder Select the move destination. Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B] to select, then press [ENTER].
Renaming a folder or music file Renaming The name of a folder or audio file in SD and USB can be modified. 1 USBE SD1E 2 SD2E 3 ENTER RETURN Character group (page 64) When "BLUE" is added to the folder name ■ File renaming The cursor is displayed after the current file name. Select the folder or file to be renamed. When "SKY" is added to the filename 4 Edit • If a music file is being played, this file will be renamed. CLEAR The cursor is displayed after the current folder name.
Renaming a folder or music file Character Input The character input operation required for renaming is as detailed in the following. 1 Select the character group. Press [DISPLAY/CHARAC.]. Each press switches the selection. Aa Alphabet or symbol input 12 Numeric or symbol input • For details, see "List of characters usable in editing" on the next page. Input the desired characters.
Deleting a folder or audio file A folder or audio file in SD or USB can be deleted. 1 2 USBE SD1E SD2E Insert the media. 6 Delete the folder or file. • Select "CANCEL" to cancel deletion. Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B] to select, then press [ENTER]. Insert the SD card or USB device containing the folder or file to be deleted in the main unit. Select the audio source. "COMPLETE" is displayed, then the normal display resumes. Press [SD1E]/[SD2E]/ [USBE].
Checking the remaining recording time of SD or USB The number of folders, the number of audio files and the remaining recording time of SD or USB can be viewed. 1 2 AUX MULTI CONTROL A/B Insert the media. Insert the SD card or USB device to be checked in the main unit. If the audio level of the connected external component is lower or higher than the level at the same volume control position of other audio sources, the input level of this system can be adjusted in the range between −3 and +3.
Editing using the Tool menu The same editing operations as those available using [TITLE INPUT] of the remote control unit can also be executed using [TOOL]. In addition, some editing items are available only from the Tool menu. If editing is started from the Tool menu, it is possible to apply editing results by simply switching the audio source and editing item. USBE 1 SD1E SD2E AUX MULTI CONTROL TOOL 2 iPod/ D.AUDIO TUNER STOPF TUNER Enter the Tool menu.
Making the system setup using the Setup menu The same setting operations as those available using [DIMMER] of the remote control unit can also be executed using [SETUP] of the main unit or remote control unit. In addition, some setting items are available only from [SETUP]. If setting is started from the Setup menu, it is possible to apply setting results by simply switching the setting item. 1 Enter the Setup menu. [SETUP] Category SYSTEM SETUP Press [SETUP].
Making the system setup using the Setup menu Setting the Sleep Timer (SLEEP) DIMMER SLEEP During or before playing an audio source, the sleep timer can be set to end the play after the set period of time and turn the system OFF automatically. 1 Select "SLEEP". Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B] to select, then press [ENTER].
Making the system setup using the Setup menu 3 Start formatting. Setting Auto Power Save (A.P.S.) • Select "CANCEL" to cancel formatting. Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B] to select, then press [ENTER]. The A.P.S. (AUTO POWER SAVE) function switches the system OFF automatically when it has not been operated for more than 30 minutes while its power is ON and the CD or SD is in stop mode. 1 4 The day of the week and the time of the day of the system can be set. 1 Select "A.P.S.". Press [ENTER].
Making the system setup using the Setup menu Each press switches the selection. Setting the program timer (TIMER SETTING) TIMER SET K PROGRAM 1 SET The program timer can be used to record radio broadcasting in SD1/SD2 at the specified day of the week and time of the day as well as to play radio broadcasting, CD or SD1. PROGRAM 2 SET PROGRAM 3 SET Up to five timer programs can be set. The setting contents can be variable between program numbers.
Making the system setup using the Setup menu Programming items of PROGRAM 4 and 5 List of programming items Programming items of PROGRAM 1, 2 and 3 Programming item Programming item Summary Select whether the timer is executed or canceled. Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B] to select, then press [ENTER]. ON: Executes the timer operation. OFF: Cancels the timer operation. ON/OFF PLAY/REC Select whether the timer is executed or canceled. Select timer playback or timer recording.
Switching the Display Information Press [DISPLAY/CHARAC.]or [TIME DISP.]. • The longest time that can be displayed is 9999 minutes 59 seconds. Time longer than this is displayed as " - - - - : - - ". Audioinformation Source varies as shown Button Recording The displayed below according to the operatingDisplay status of During and selected audio source of the system. Display During Playback AMG database Track title* Artist Name Genre Day of Week/Clock * Not displayed in stop mode.
Making the recording setup using the Setup menu The same recording setting operations as those available using [REC MODE] of the remote control unit can also be executed using [SETUP] of the main unit or remote control unit. In addition, some setting items are available only from [SETUP]. If setting is started from the Setup menu, it is possible to apply setting results by simply switching the setting item. 1 Enter the Setup menu. [SETUP] Category SYSTEM SETUP Press [SETUP].
Making the recording setup using the Setup menu Setting recording mode for each audio source (REC MODE) 4 Select the recording mode. The recording mode used in recording in SD/USB can be set per recorded audio source. REC MODE REC SPEED 1 Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B]. Each press switches the selection. Select "REC MODE". TUNER Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B] to select, then press [ENTER].
Making the recording setup using the Setup menu Setting the recording input (REC INPUT) Setting the recording level (REC LEVEL) When recording a CD in SD/USB, this item is used to select whether digital recording is performed to record the digital output signal or analog recording is performed to record the analog output signal. If the audio recorded in the component connected to the [ USB]/[REC IN] terminal or in the SD card is distorted or its level is too low, adjust the recording level.
Making the recording setup using the Setup menu Dividing files automatically (DIVIDE TIME) Recording the CD-TEXT information (TEXT COPY) Relay recording between SD1 and SD2 (RELAY REC) During recording of radio broadcasting in SD/ USB, the file can be divided automatically at the intervals set below. When recording CD into SD/USB, the CD-TEXT information can be copied in the recording destination folder or file name according to the following setting.
Making the sound setup using the Setup menu The same sound property setting operations as those available using [REC MODE] of the remote control unit can also be executed using [SETUP] of the main unit or remote control unit. In addition, some setting items are available only from [SETUP]. If setting is started from the Setup menu, it is possible to apply setting results by simply switching the setting item. 1 Enter the Setup menu. [SETUP] Category SYSTEM SETUP Press [SETUP].
Making the sound setup using the Setup menu Enhancing the bass tone (DBASS) Enhancing both bass and treble (TONE) The level of reproducing the low frequencies can be adjusted in the range between "0" (OFF) and "10". The volume levels of the low frequencies (BASS) and high frequencies (TREBLE) can be enhanced or attenuated independently in 2 dB increments/ decrements in the range between "−8 dB" and "+8 dB". 1 TONE D-BASS BEST FIT EQ EX Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B] to select, then press [ENTER].
Making the sound setup using the Setup menu Setting the desired sound properties (MANUAL EQ) 63Hz 160Hz The level of reproducing each of the seven frequency bands (represented by center frequencies) can be enhanced or attenuated independently. Three combinations of these settings can be registered as user setups and later used according to the genres of music. 1 For the frequency bands, see "Essences of sound setup".
Making the sound setup using the Setup menu Reproducing audio with sound properties close to the original (SPRM: Supreme) When the played audio file lacks high frequencies due to compression used in recording, this function optimizes the reproduced audio using Kenwoodoriginal technology. Playing best-fit sound according to genre (BestFit EQ EX) This function reproduces the optimum sound according to the genre of music. 1 Select "BestFit EQ EX". Press [MULTI CONTROL A/B] to select, then press [ENTER].
Additional Information Media Usable With This System Caution for Disc Writing • A disc recorded with the packet write method or UDF (Universal Disc Format) cannot be played back. Medium Icon on this system USB flash memory USB USB mass storage classcompatible digital audio player Note • Do not connect a component other than a USB flash memory or a USB mass storage class-compatible digital audio player to the USB] terminal.
Additional Information Playable audio files MP3 file File format: MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3/ MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3/ MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 Lower sampling rate (MPEG2.5) File extension: .mp3 Sampling frequency: MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3: 32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3: 16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz MPEG 2.5: 8 kHz/11.025 kHz/12 kHz Bit rate: MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3: 32 kbps − 320 kbps MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3: 8 kbps − 160 kbps MPEG 2.
Additional Information Handling of CD Handling of USB device Handling precautions Handling precautions Hold a CD taking care not to touch the played surface. Discs playable on the system • This system can play back the audio part of a CD (12 cm, 8 cm), CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW or CD-EXTRA disc. • The 8 cm CD adapter cannot be used.
Message List Displayed Message AUTO PRESET Displayed Message Description Auto Preset is underway for presetting radio stations automatically. Description Not fixed CD title An attempt was made to start One-Touch Edit recording while the title information is not acquired from the AMG database. CAN'T EDIT The SD/USB cannot be edited. Can't fix title An error occurred during entry of the DB title information. NOT FOUND There is no file that can be read by this system.
Troubleshooting A trouble with the system does not always mean the failure. Before calling for service, check the following table according to the symptom of trouble. CD Block Symptom Amplifier/Speaker Blocks Symptom No audio output. Remedy • • • • Reconnect the cords properly. Increase the volume level. Set [MUTE] to OFF. If headphones are plugged in, unplug them. • The speaker cords may be short-circuited. Unplug the power The standby/timer indicator blinks in cord and reconnect the speakers.
Glossary Troubleshooting USB Block Symptom Term Remedy See page Sound is not output even when a USB flash memory or USB mass storage class-compatible audio player is connected. • Insert the USB flash memory properly. • Connect the USB cable properly. • Check if the USB mass storage class-compatible digital audio player is turned ON. 23 Error message "NOT FOUND" is displayed even when the drive is switched. • Insert an SD card containing music files. • Insert an SD card in the drive.
Care and Storage Care and storage of main unit Do not place in the following locations. • Place exposed to direct sunlight. • Place subjected to excessive humidity or dirt. • Place exposed to direct heat from heating equipment. Be careful against condensation When the difference in temperatures between the main unit and the environmental air is large, dew may be condensed inside the main unit and may cause malfunction of the main unit.
Specifications Main unit (RD-K511USB) [Audio section] Rated power Output power ………20 W + 20 W RMS (1kHz, 10%, 6 Ω) DIN music power …………………………… 24 W + 24 W [Tuner section] FM tuner section Tuning frequency range …………………… 87.
For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product.
