STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK KXF-W4030 CT-405 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION B60-4536-08 (EN)
Introduction 2 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. ...............................
Special features Dolby HX pro and Auto-Bias function ¶ The Dolby HX pro headroom extension and auto-bias function provide a recording with superior high-frequency characterisitics. DPSS function ¶Simple operations allow you to use the following convenient functions. 1 Skip Play 2 Single-tune repeated playback (DPSS: Direct program Search System) CCRS function ¶This function automatically stes the optimum recording level of the disc to be recorded, making it easy to record a CD.
Important items Maintenance 4 Caution against contact revitalizer 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. 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.
Important items 5 Handling the cassette tape 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. 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.
System connections Make connections as shown below. When connecting the related system components, refer also to the instruction manuals of the related components. 6 Malfunction of microcomputer Caution: If operation is not possible or erroneous display appears even though all connections have been made properly, reset the microcomputer referring to “In case of difficulty”. ¢ Do not plug in the power lead until all connections are completed. ( Except for U.S.A.
System connections 7 SYSTEM CONTROL CONNECTIONS Connecting system control cords after connecting a KENWOOD audio component system lets you take advantage of convenient system control operations. SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM CONTROL This unit is compatible only with the [SL16] mode. The system control operation is not available if the unit is connected in the [XS-8] connection mode. SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM CONTROL 0 0 CCRS 2 SYSTEM CONTROL ÷ Do this operation after completing all connections.
Controls and indicators 8 Operation indicators (Deck B) 2, 3 Transport␣ direction indicators ¶ Recording indicator 8 Pause indicator Peak level indicators REV.MODE indicators (Dolby NR reference level) Operation indicators (Deck A) 2, 3 Transport␣ direction indicators CCRS indicator MPX FILTER indicator BAL.
Controls and indicators 1 Deck A This deck is used exclusively for playback. 2 Deck A eject (0) key 0 Press to open the cassette holder of deck A. 3 Deck B eject (0) key 0 Press to open the cassette holder of deck B. 4 Deck B This deck is capable of both playback and recording.
Preparation for playback (recording) Before playback (recording) 1 Set the TIMER switch to OFF. 10 TIMER PLAY AUTO REVERSE TAPE TAPE 0 0 REC OFF PLAY AUTO REVERSE A B - ON – OFF 2 7 3 3 7 2 AUTO REVERSE 2 Set the POWER switch to ON. TAPE 2 - ON – OFF AUTO REVERSE TAPE 3 3 7 B 2 B : Keys and control used in the operations described on this page.
Listening to cassette tapes Preparation Listening to cassette tape To use the headphones Make “Playback (recording) preparation”. 0 Connect commercially-available stereo headphones to the PHONES jack for private listening. PHONES Normal playback Start playback Fast forwarding or rewinding tape Press the play (2 or 3) key. 1 Stop playback. AUTO REVERSE TAPE 2 AUTO REVERSE A TAPE 7 3 B - ON – OFF 2 To play side B. 3 3 7 2 To play side A.
Listening to cassette tape This function plays back the tapes in both decks A and B continuously and repeatedly. 0 12 0 AUTO REVERSE TAPE AUTO REVERSE A TAPE B - ON – OFF 2 7 3 3 7 2 : Keys and control used in the operations described on this page. Relay playback 1 Load cassette tapes in both decks. 1 Open the cassette holders of decks A and B.
Convenient music search (DPSS) 14 Convenient music search (DPSS) The DPSS (Direct Program Search System) enables the following convenient operations according to the instructions of the operation keys (these operation are however not available on both decks simultaneously). The DPSS functions are based on the detection of non-recorded spaces of 4 seconds or more between tunes. 1.
Convenient music search (DPSS) Single-tune repeated playback operation 1 Play the tune to be repeated. 2 Press the play key of the same direction as the current tape transport direction. When direction of tape direction indicator is 3: AUTO REVERSE TAPE AUTO REVERSE A TAPE B 2 7 3 - ON – OFF 2 7 3 3 7 2 ÷ Normal playback resumes after repeating the same tune for 16 times. ÷ Press the stop (7) key to stop playback and cancel this operation.
How to record (Deck B only) 16 How to record (Deck B only) The cassette deck incorporates the Dolby HX Pro headroom extension function and auto-bias function to provide a recording with superior high-frequency characteristics. Since this unit is not designed for recording with metal (TYPE IV) tapes, do not use metal tapes for recording. 0 0 AUTO REVERSE Preparation 1 Make “Playback (recording) preparation”.
How to record (Deck B only) 17 4 Start recording. 1 Press the REC/ARM (¶) key. ¶REC/ARM AUTO REVERSE TAPE AUTO REVERSE A TAPE B - ON – OFF 2 7 3 3 7 2 Press once. 2 Play the music source from the begin- ÷ Recording will start. ÷ The deck enters the stop mode automatically when the tape has been recorded till the end. ning. Bias level adjustment The MODE key can be used to adjust the bias level. 1 Press the MODE key and select the "BIAS" mode.
How to record (Deck B only) 18 To pause recording temporarily To stop recording 1 Stop the tape transport. To resume recording Pause 8 PAUSE ¶ REC/ARM AUTO REVERSE TAPE AUTO REVERSE A TAPE B 2 7 3 - ON – OFF 2 7 3 3 7 2 2 Stop playing the source component. ÷ The 8 indicator lights. How to provide non-recorded blanks between programs In stop mode Press successively twice. ¶REC/ARM During recording Press once.
Tape dubbing operation (Deck A \ Deck B) The dubbing refers to the copy of the recorded contents of a tape to another tape (tape in Deck A \ tape in Deck B). Since this unit is not designed for recording with metal (TYPE IV) tapes, do not use metal tapes for recording. Preparation 19 1 Load the tape to be played in deck A and the tape to be recorded in deck B.
Convenient CD recording (Deck B only) 20 By connecting this unit with a KENWOOD " ", type amplifier (receiver) with a SYSTEM CONTROL jack and a KENWOOD CD player with a SYSTEM CONTROL jack using system control cords, recording on this unit and playback on the CD player can be started simultaneously. Since this unit is not designed for recording with metal (TYPE IV) tapes, do not use metal tapes for recording. Preparation 1 Complete the connections referring to "System connections".
Convenient CD recording (Deck B only) When connected with a KENWOOD amplifier,CD player provided with , " " marking through the system control cord, this unit allows to use the CCRS, which starts recording automatically after setting the optinum recording level for the CD and tape to be used in recording. Since this unit is not designed for recording with metal (TYPE IV) tapes, do not use metal tapes for recording. Preparation 1 Complete the connections referring to "System connections".
Timer operations 22 This unit incorporates a built-in timer standby function. By using an audio timer optionally available in the market, wake-up playback and unattended recording of tape can be started at any time of the day. Connect the power cords of the components directry or indirectly to the timer so that their powers can be turned on via the timer. The timer setup operation varies depending on the timer. Also read carefully the instruction manual of your audio timer.
Timer operations Preparation 1 Set the power switches of the components to ON. 23 2 Set the input selector of the amplifier to TUNER. 3 Receive the desired radio station with the tuner. 4 Make "Playback (recording) preparation". 0 (If relay recording is required, insert tapes in both decks A and B.) 5 (Remove the disc from the CD player.) 0 0 AUTO REVERSE TAPE AUTO REVERSE A TAPE B - ON – OFF 2 7 3 3 7 2 : Keys and control used in the operations described on this page.
In case of difficulty What appears to be a malfunction may not always be serious. If your unit should not perform as expected, consult the table below to see if the problem can be corrected before seeking help from your dealer or service representative. 24 Operation to reset Turn the power switch on and off again while pressing the stop (7)key on deck B. The microcomputer may fall into malfunction (impossibility to operate, erroneous display, etc.
In case of difficulty 25 Symptom Cause Remedy Recording is not initiated when the REC/ ARM (¶) key is pressed. ÷ The protection tab on the cassette has been broken. ÷ The cassette holder is not closed completely. ÷ The recording level is set to the minimum position. ÷ The TAPE input selector is selected on the amplifier. ÷ Tape has been fully wound to a reel. ÷ Use a cassette with unbroken tab or close the hole. ÷ Close the cassette holder completely.
Glossary 26 Dolby noise reduction system 0 Dolby noise reduction system The Dolby noise reduction system was developed to reduce the tape hiss noise generated during playback. The optimum effect of the Dolby NR system is obtained when the same type NR system is used for both recording and playback. If a different type NR system is used, playback is not performed correctly. Make sure that the same type noise reduction system is used for both recording and playback.
Specifications Track System ................. 4 track, 2 channel stereo Recording System .......... AC bias (Frequency: 105 kHz) Heads ............................... A DECK Playback head ................... 1 B DECK Playback/recording heads 1 Erasing head ..................... 1 Motors .............................. A DECK ............. DC motor × 1 B DECK ............. DC motor × 1 Wow and Flutter ............. ±0.17 % (IEC) ±0.28 % (DIN) 0.1 % (W.R.M.S) Fast Winding Time ......... Approx.
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.
