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- Page 1 KRC-PS959R KRC-859R KRC-859C KRC-859W KRC-759R CASSETTE RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL © B64-1159-00 (EW)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Switching Modes ...9 Volume...9 Attenuator ...9 Loudness ...10 Menu System ...10 Tuner features K2I (Kenwood Intelligent Twin IF) ...12 Selecting Tuning Mode ...12 Tuning ...12 Local Seek Function...12 Monaural Reception...13 Switching Display for Tuner(non-RDS station) ...13 Station Preset Memory ...13 Auto Memory Entry ...14... -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
• If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange smells, turn off the power immediately and consult your Kenwood dealer. • Make sure not to get your fingers caught between the faceplate and the unit. - Page 4 Safety precautions NOTE • If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer. • If the unit fails to operate properly, press the RESET button. When the faceplate is not visible, press “the touch-sensitive spot” at the rear of the faceplate (as illustrated on p.9) to make the faceplate control appear.
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Page 5: Buttons And Display Basic Operations
Basic operations TUNER LOUD B NR SCAN B.S/RDM T.C/D.SCN MTL/M.RDM ATT/LOUD for KRC-859R/C/W, 759R VOLUME 10 ATT indicator LOUD indicator for KRC-PS959R ATT indicator LUME Spectrum analyzer display LOUD indicator Tuner features DISP/ TEXT NAME. S EJECT PROG/PTY CLOSE PWR OFF... -
Page 6: Rds Features
B.S/RDM T.C/D.SCN MTL/M.RDM #1~6 for KRC-859R/C/W, 759R REG indicator Band display FM3 KENWOOD TP indicator ™ indicator NEWS indicator for KRC-PS959R REG indicator NEWS indicator Band display FM3- 6ch KENWOOD Character display ™ indicator TP indicator Cassette player features DISP... -
Page 7: Disc Control Features
KRC-859R/C/W, 759R Track time/ Direct inputted track number/ Mode display Track number Direct inputted disc number T-08 235 TEXT indicator for KRC-PS959R Track time/ Disc number Direct inputted track number/ Direct inputted disc number Track number T-08 : 2:35 Mode display... -
Page 8: Steering Remote Control
Buttons and Display Steering remote control Optional for the KRC-759R ¢ FM/DISC VOLUME ∞ – AM/DISC Remote control #0~9 TUNE ¢ TUNER TRACK TAPE – TUNE – TRACK DIRECT CD·MD DNPP – TUNE TRACK VOL. PROG – – DISC DISC REMOTE CONTROL UNIT DISC Basic operations... -
Page 9: Switching Modes
• During the forced closing of the unit (i.e., having the unit left closed whilst ignition is turned on), the faceplate will not open no matter how often the ignition is turned on or off, unless “the touch-sensitive spot” at the rear of the faceplate is pressed in order to open it. -
Page 10: Loudness
"AUTO 1" in the display. MENU AUTO 1 for KRC-PS959R Changing setting for currently displayed function Press either the AM or FM button. The setting will change for each function. - Page 11 Monaural Reception MONO OFF <In FM reception of Tuner mode> Text Scroll SCROLL MANU <In Disc changer mode> CLOCK OFF SYNC OFF COLOR AMBER KRC-PS959R Only GRAPHIC OFF KRC-859R/C/W,759R Only BEEP OFF SWPRE N-FAD KRC-PS959R,859R/C/W Only NEWS ##MIN LOCAL.S ON AUTO2...
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Page 12: Tuner Features
Tuner features (See page 5) I (Kenwood Intelligent Twin IF) When the frequency of another station is too close to that of the station currently being listened to, interfering with proper reception, this function automatically narrows the range of received frequencies to prevent such interference. -
Page 13: Monaural Reception
Monaural Reception When poor stereo reception is experienced, this function will reduce noise and improve listening conditions. Hold down the MENU button for one second or more. "MENU" is displayed and the menu mode is turned on. Press the ¢ button repeatedly until the monaural reception function appears in the display. -
Page 14: Auto Memory Entry
Tuner features (See page 5) Auto Memory Entry You can automatically store all the receivable frequencies in the band currently being listened to, and then recall them with the touch of a button later. This function is especially useful when you are travelling and do not know what stations are available. -
Page 15: Preset Station Seek With Programme Service Name
Function of Remote control with DNPP Button (See page 8) Preset station seek with Programme service name You can search for the preset station with Programme Service name. Press the DNPP button on the remote control. “SNP PLAY” will be displayed once the seek mode is entered. The names of the stations preset in the band currently listened to are displayed for 5 seconds each. -
Page 16: Af (Alternative Frequency) Function
Press the MENU button to end the menu mode. Displaying Frequencies: • When the Switching Clock Display functions is OFF, and for KRC-PS959R: Press the DISP button. • When the Switching Clock Display function is ON: Hold down the DISP button for one second or more. -
Page 17: Auto Tp Seek Function
bulletin ends or poor reception is experienced, the tape or disc will begin playing again. NOTE Pressing the TI button whilst in the MW/LW band automatically switches reception to the FM band. However, the MW/LW band is not returned to when the TI button is pressed again. Switching to a Different Traffic Information Station: Use the 4 / ¢... -
Page 18: News Bulletin Function With Pty News Timeout Setting
RDS features (See page 6) News Bulletin Function with PTY News Timeout Setting You can arrange to have news bulletins interrupt your current listening source, including other radio stations. When the News Bulletin function is on, the PTY News Timeout setting allows you to set the interval during which further news interruption cannot take place. - Page 19 Cancelling Programme Type Function During Its Operation: Press the 38(PTY) button. 23.Leisure Programme 26.National Music type number 29.Documentary 3. News 6. Varied – – — 19 — Programme Type Display KRC-PS959R KRC-859R/C/W,759R News NEWS Current Affairs AFFAIRS Information INFO Sport SPORT Education EDUCATE Drama...
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Page 20: Cassette Player Features Playing Cassette Tapes
Press the NR button repeatedly to switch the Dolby NR selection as follows. Dolby B NR ON Dolby C NR ON (KRC-PS959R Only) The Dolby B NR indicator lights up when Dolby B NR is turned on, and the Dolby C NR indicator when Dolby C NR is turned Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. -
Page 21: Tuner Call Function
Switching Display for Tape Switching the Display: • When the Switching Clock display function is OFF, and for KRC-PS959R: Each time you press the DISP button, the running display switches on or off. • When the Switching Clock display function is ON: Each time you press the DISP button, the display switches between the mode display and clock. -
Page 22: Disc Control Features
Disc control features (See page 7) When a unit equipped with an O-N switch is to be connected, please also see the instruction manual of this unit. Set the O-N switch to "N". "N"-operation will be set. When a unit that is not equipped with an O-N switch, or the changer switching unit "KCA-S200"... -
Page 23: Disc Search
Making a Forward Track Search: Press the ¢ button to display the desired track number. Press once to fast forward to the next track, twice to fast forward to the track after that, and so forth. Play starts at the beginning of the displayed track number. NOTE (for disc changers) You cannot make a forward track search when listening to the... -
Page 24: Disc Scan Function
Disc control features (See page 7) Function of disc changers Disc Scan Function Successively play the beginning of each disc on a changer until you find the one that you want to listen to. Turning Disc Scan Function On/Off: Press the D.SCN button to switch the disc scan function on and off. -
Page 25: Switching Display For Discs
Switching Display for Discs Switch the display that appears whilst discs are playing. Switching Display for Discs: Each time you press the DISP button, the display during disc play switches as follows. Track time Disc name Disc title (Units featuring CD text/MD only) Track title (Units featuring CD text/MD only) Clock (KRC-859R/C/W, 759R only) NOTE... -
Page 26: Presetting Disc Names
Characters that can be displayed are as follows. Alphabet (upper case): A ~ Z Alphabet (lower case): a ~ z (KRC-PS959R Only) Numerals and symbols: 1~9 0 @ ” ‘ ` % & Special characters: á à é è í ì ó ò ú ù Ñ Ç ® ß ‹ fl â ä ê ë... -
Page 27: Direct Track Search
to display the name, and then repeat steps 3 and 4 to input the changes. • Pressing the reset button does not erase the disc names stored in a disc changer. Function of Remote control with number/letter entry buttons (See page 8) Direct Track Search Using the remote control, make direct input of the track number that you want to listen to. -
Page 28: Disc Name Preset Play (Dnpp)
Disc control features (See page 7) Function of Remote control with DNPP button (See page 8) Disc Name Preset Play (DNPP) If you have preset the name of a disc that you want to listen to in the disc changer, you can look for it by name and start playing it. -
Page 29: Other Features
Treble High-pass filter (front) Balance N-F Level (only when being switched) Fader (KRC-PS959R,859R/C/W only) NOTE Source tone memory Each source (tape, FM, AM, and disc changer) has its own memory in which to store the bass and treble tone settings. -
Page 30: Switching Preout
The original source (i.e., the one used before the phone call) is returned to automatically, and the volume restored gradually. Navigation Mute Function When the KENWOOD Navigation System is connected, an interruption of the audio guide results in the temporary lowering of the audio level. -
Page 31: Automatic Dimmer Function
0 to 10. Press the MENU button to end the menu mode. NOTE The "##" display in the contrast adjustment mode will differ depending on the setting. The initial setting value is "5". — 31 — Function of the KRC-PS959R... -
Page 32: Switching Spectrum Analyzer Display
Other features (See page 7) Function of the KRC-PS959R Switching Spectrum Analyzer Display This function permits switching of the spectrum analyzer display. Switching the Spectrum Analyzer Display: Each time you press the CLK/ANA button, the display switches as follows: Spectrum analyzer... -
Page 33: Adjusting Time
Adjusting Time With automatic time adjustment, you can set the clock time automatically according to time data sent from RDS stations (after receiving RDS signals for several minutes). You can also set the time manually if the automatic time adjustment function is turned off. -
Page 34: Code Security Function
Other features (See page 7) Code Security Function After a security code has been registered, power cannot be restored if the battery is disconnected from the unit unless the code is first input. NOTE All the steps in this procedure (1 through 7) must be completed before the code security function can be turned on. -
Page 35: Basic Operations Of Steering Remote Control
Basic operations of steering remote control Optional for KRC-759R 2WARNING To prevent accidents, do not attempt to use the steering remote control whilst turning the steering wheel. Replacing the Lithium Battery: Use one lithium battery (CR2025). – Insert the battery with the poles aligned properly, following the illustration. -
Page 36: Basic Operations Of Remote Control
Basic operations of remote control Optional 2CAUTION Do not set the remote control on hot places such as above the fascia panel (dashboard). Replacing the Lithium Battery: Use one lithium battery (CR2025). Remove the case following the instructions as illustrated. To open Keep on slide Pull out. -
Page 37: Accessories
The use of any accessories except for those provided might result in damage to the unit. Make sure only to use the accessories shipped with the unit, as shown above. — 37 — External view ... Number of items ...1 ...1 ...1 ...1 6~9...KRC-PS959R,859R/C/W only... -
Page 38: Installation Procedure
2CAUTION • If your car is not prepared for this special connection-system, consult your KENWOOD dealer. • Only use antenna conversion adapters (ISO-JASO) when the antenna cord has an ISO plug. • Make sure that all cable connections are securely made by inserting jacks until they lock completely. -
Page 39: Connecting Cables To Terminals
Connector B — 39 — Antenna Conversion Adaptor (ISO–JASO) (Accessory4) Antenna Cord (ISO) Front left output (White)/ Non-fading left output (White) (KRC-PS959R, 859R/C/W only) KENWOOD disc changer/DAB control input NOTE To connect the Disc Changer or DAB unit, consult each manual. -
Page 40: Installtion
Connecting Cables to Terminals 2WARNING Connecting the ISO Connector (see p.39) The pin arrangement for the ISO connectors depends on the type of vehicle you drive. Make sure to make the proper connections to prevent damage to the unit. The default connection for the wiring harness is described in below. -
Page 41: Removing The Unit
Removing the Unit Removing the hard rubber frame Insert the removal tool5 deeply with the cut placed to the right to remove the upper locks at an angle as shown below. Lock Accessory5 Removal tool Engage the catches on the removal tool2 and remove the two locks on the lower level, leaving the removal tool5 inserted on the upper level. -
Page 42: Attaching Steering Remote Control
Attaching Steering Remote Control (Optional for the KRC-759R) Mounting Example Attach the operation section and the light emitting section of the Steering Remote Control as shown above. Be sure to attach them to positions that can ensure proper operation. 2CAUTION •... -
Page 43: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide What might appear to be a malfunction in your unit may just be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring. Before calling service, first check the following table for possible problems. PROBLEM The power does not turn on. The fuse has blown. - Page 44 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM The memory is erased when The battery cable has not been connected to the proper the ignition is turned off. terminal. The ignition and battery cable are incorrectly connected. The TEL mute function does The TEL mute cable is not connected properly. not work.
- Page 45 Cool down the unit by opening the windows or turning on the air conditioner. As the temperature falls below 60°C (140°F), the disc starts playing again. If this indicator continues blinking, it is possible that the tape has become jammed or tangled. ¢ Contact the Kenwood dealer if the tape cassette cannot be ejected. — 45 —...
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Page 46: Specifications
Separation (1 kHz) ...40 dB Signal to Noise ratio (Dolby NR OFF) ...57 dB (Dolby B NR ON) ...65 dB (Dolby C NR ON : KRC-PS959R only) ...73 dB Audio section Maximum output power ...40 W Output power (DIN 45324, +B=14.4 V) ...27 W Tone action Bass: ...100 Hz ±10 dB...