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COMPONENT SYSTEM/COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM XD-8550/8050 XD-6550/6000 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION This instruction manual is used for tw o models. M odel availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country and sales area. COM PACT DIGITAL AUDIO B60-3116-00 MA (T)
As the functions of each component is variable depending on the model, please check the component models delivered to you by referring to the follow ing table. Tuner/ Amplifier Cassette deck CD player Speaker Equalizer XD-8550 C-H6 A-H5 X-H5 LS-H6 DP-MH5 XD-6000 C-H5...
Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation. Before applying pow er XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Contents Listening to an unexpected title sequence Preparation section (random playback) ..........43 R.D.S. (Radio Data System) ........45 Searching for a desired program type Before applying pow er ..........
XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Special features 3D dual display (For XD-8550) The 3D dual display allow s to utilize the limited display area effectively and show s a variety of information including the character display, volume display and graphic equalizer display at a glance. The dual display can be sw itched to a single display w hich is simpler.
Before applying pow er XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Handling of discs and tapes Disc handling precautions Handling Cleaning Hold compact discs so that you do not If fingerprints or foreign matter become at- touch the playing surface.
System connection XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Connection of the System Accessories M alfunction of microcomputer If operation is not possible or erro- This is the connection method for system and accessories. neous display appears even though Please look carefully at the illustration and connect cor- all connections have been made rectly in the order of the numbers.
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System connection XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Connection of parallel cord ÷ When connecting the parallel cord, insert plug straight into the connector until it clicks to look them securely. ÷ When connecting the parallel cord, the w ire w hile line should come to the left side end.
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System connection XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Super w oofer (SW-05) (Optional) Extremely low sound is played back pow - erfully. This can be used w ith any type of playback. SUPER WOOFER PRE OUT To w all AC outlet SPEAKERS...
Controls and indicators XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Tuner/Equalizer Unit (C-H6) EX. BASS SRS 3D TUNER / GRAPHIC EQUALIZER C-H6 DEMO TUNING S T E R E O DOWN SOUN D RETRIEVAL SYSTEM ÷ BAND AUTO ENTER...
Controls and indicators XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Tuner/Equalizer Unit (C-H5) EX. BASS SRS 3D TUNER / GRAPHIC EQUALIZER C-H5 TUNING S T E R E O DOWN SOUN D RETRIEVAL SYSTEM ÷ BAND AUTO ENTER O.T.T...
Controls and indicators XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Display (C-H5) PGM M EM O EDIT NEWS INFO. SLEEP O.T.T. ECHO EQ. ON M UTE * * * * * * * * * * SPACE TOTAL ST.
Controls and indicators XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Cassette deck unit STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK X-H5 PUSH PUSH OPEN OPEN AUTO REVERSE AUTO REVERSE PLAYBACK RECORDING / PLAYBACK O p π ¡ TAPE TAPE A / B DOLBY NR REV.MODE...
Controls and indicators XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) CD player unit (DP-H5) COMPACT DISC PLAYER DP-H5 STOP PLAY/PAUSE COM PACT DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO RANDOM REPEAT ¡ ¢ DUAL D/ A CON VERTER 1 Disc tray 5 Fast forw ard and fast reverse (1 ¡) keys 2 Eject (0) key Press to move the played position forw ard or backw ard.
Controls and indicators XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) CD player unit (DP-M H5) OPEN / CLOSE MULTIPLE COMPACT DISC PLAYER DP-MH5 COM PACT DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO 6 DISC CHANGER ¡ TWIN REC ¢ RANDOM DISC 1 DISC 2...
fl‚ CLEAR key : Press to clear a programmed track(s). 1 DISC SKIP key (For XD-8550) ‡q Press to select the disc to be used for playback or recording. EDIT key : Press w hen recording a CD.
Operation of remote control unit XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Loading batteries 1 Remove the cover. 2 Insert batteries. 3 Close the cover. ÷ Insert tw o R6 (“ AA” -size) batteries follow ing the polarity indications. Operation Plug the pow er cord of the amplifier unit (A-H5) into a pow er outlet and press the ON/ STANDBY (...
Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Basic use method M aking the sound purer VOLUME CONTROL STEREO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER A-H5 List ening t hrough SOURCE DIRECT ON / STANDBY DOWN headphones PHONES N.B.
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Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) M aking the sound purer Enhancing the low and high frequencies (SOURCE DIRECT) (EX. BASS) When SOURCE DIRECT is on, the signal path inside the sys- The Extra Bass has been set to on w hen the system left the tem is simplified so that the sound can be reproduced w ith factory.
For XD-6000 Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Playback of CD (DP-H5) VOLUME CONTROL STEREO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER A-H5 SOURCE DIRECT ON / STANDBY DOWN PHONES N.B. CIRCUIT TAPE TUNER To stop playback TUNER / GRAPHIC EQUALIZER EX.
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For XD-6000 Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Skipping tracks Playback from desired track Select the desired track No. To skip backw ard To skip forw ard ¢ ÷ The track in the direction of the button pressed is skipped, and the SEARCH selected track w ill be played from the beginning.
For XD-8550 Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Playback of CD (DP-M H5) Up to 6 discs can be loaded in the CD player unit. During playback of a disc, any of the other 5 discs can be replaced.
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For XD-8550 Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Skipping tracks Playback from desired track 1 Select the disc. To skip backw ard To skip forw ard DISC SKIP ¢ DISC 1...
Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Playback of tape A tape recorded by using the equalizer or SRS effect should ø O be played back w ithout the effect. VOLUME CONTROL STEREO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER A-H5 SOURCE DIRECT DOWN...
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Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) To w ind tape at high speed To stop playback To fast w ind in direction | To fast w ind in direction \ ¡...
Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) DPSS (Direct Program Search System) DPSS (Direct Program Search System) detects an unre- corded part of 4 seconds or more as the interval betw een titles and permits easy operation of cassette tape like a Program being played 1.
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XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) One-program repeat playback Plays a single music program repeatedly up to 16 times. Press during playback. During playback of top side (w hile 3 is lit) O p π ÷...
Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Receiving broadcast station It is also possible to receive them by one-touch operations by storing up to 40 stations in the preset memory. VOLUME CONTROL STEREO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER A-H5 SOURCE DIRECT ON / STANDBY...
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Let's put out some sound XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Collective presetting of stations (auto preset) Blinks. The frequency changes automatically. Keep the ENTER key depressed (about 2 seconds). M EM O EDIT RDS EON TA NEWS INFO.
Let's record XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Recording (Deck B only) Note that this cassette deck cannot record onto M etal tapes. Note Note When equalizer or another effect is applied to the VOLUME CONTROL STEREO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER A-H5 sound, the sound w ith the applied effect can be SOURCE DIRECT...
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Let's record XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) To end recording Selection of DOLBY NR (Noise Reduction) The Dolby NR system minimizes the hiss noise heard w hen playing tape. DOLBY NR REV.MODE REC / ARM ÷...
Let's record XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Adjusting the recording level 1 Perform the procedure of “Record- ¤ ing” until step 4. 2 Adjust the recording level. The adjustment range is betw een -2 ~ +2. M EM O EDIT RDS EON...
Let's record XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Copying tape (Tape dubbing) The contents of the tape in deck A can be copied onto the tape in deck B. 1 Select the “TAPE” input. Lights Playing tape Recording tape TAPE...
For XD-6000 Playback of CD (DP-H5) XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Listening in the desired sequence (program playback) Any titles can be listened to in the desired sequence. (M ax. 32 titles) Select the “CD” input. Check that the CD player is in the stop mode.
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For XD-6000 Playback of CD XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Auto space function (Remote control unit only) When the SPACE key is pressed during programming of tracks, a non-recorded space of a few seconds w ill be created betw een tracks.
For XD-6000 Playback of CD XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Repeated playback Desired titles or discs can be played back repeatedly. Select the “CD” input. To repeat a disc 1 Confirm that the “PGM ” indicator is Confirm that this is not lit.
For XD-6000 Playback of CD XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Listening to an unexpected title sequence (random playback) As the titles each time are selected randomly, the music can be enjoyed w ithout getting tired of it. Select the “CD”...
For XD-8550 Playback of CD (DP-M H5) Playback of CD XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Listening in the desired sequence (program playback) Any titles can be listened to in the desired sequence. (M ax. 32 titles)
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For XD-8550 Playback of CD XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Auto space function (Remote control unit only) When the SPACE key is pressed during programming of tracks, a non-recorded space of a few seconds w ill be created betw een tracks.
For XD-8550 Playback of CD XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Repeated playback Desired titles or discs can be played back repeatedly. Select the “CD” input. To repeat all discs 1 Confirm that the “PGM ” indicator is Confirm that this is not lit.
For XD-8550 Playback of CD XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Listening to an unexpected title sequence (random playback) As the titles each time are selected randomly, the music can be enjoyed w ithout getting tired of it.
R.D.S. (Radio Data System) XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) RDS is a system w hich transmits useful information (dig- ital data) for FM broadcasts together w ith the broadcast signal. Tuners and receivers designed for RDS reception can extract the information from the broadcast signal for use w ith various functions such as automatic display of the station name.
R.D.S. XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Searching for a desired program type (PTY search) By specifying the type of program (genre) you w ant to lis- ten to, the tuner automatically searches for a station w hich is currently broadcasting a program of the specified type.
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R.D.S. XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Start the search. When searching for a Rock M usic broadcast Display w hile the tuner is searching. Blinks M EM O EDIT TA NEWS INFO. TOTAL SPACE PROG.
R.D.S. XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) To be able to listen to the desired information at any time By using the EON function, w hich manages the informa- tion of other stations, listening to desired information like traffic information or new s etc.
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R.D.S. XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) W ait for the desired information. ÷ When one of the stations of the netw ork of the station received in 3 CD or tape playback may also be started. starts broadcasting the program contents selected in 2 , that station As long as the unit is ON, the unit is alw ays ready for w ill be received automatically.
CCRS (Computer Controlled Recording System) Another convenient function (Only for XD-8550) The CCRS is a function allow ing CD recording on a cassette w ith a simple, one-touch operation.
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CD tracks of several CDs are recorded From more than one CD (Program edit recording) in the order they are programmed. CD tracks are recorded in the order they are From one CD For XD-8550 only programmed. Side A Side A 1st. CD 2nd. CD 3rd.
Convenient CD recording XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) One-touch recording of an entire CD (ONE TOUCH EDIT..recording of all titles) When the O.T.E. key is pressed w hile the CD player is in the stop mode, recording of a CD can be started at the same time as playback.
Convenient CD recording XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Recording only desired titles (ONE TOUCH EDIT..single title recording) At the time of CD playback, any desired title can be selected immediately for recording. When recording sound from the M D recorder to a cassette deck, be sure to read the instruction manual of the optional M D recorder (DM -F70).
O p π CCRS ÷ For XD-8550: In editing from more than one CD, the CCRS setting operation is performed after every disc change. In this case, the deck stops automatically and restart recording after having completed the CCRS operation.
If more than 8 seconds have elapsed, “ EDIT” indicator. To cancel the auto-space function, press the SPACE select the mode again. ‡q key. Enter the disc and tape conditions. For XD-8550 M EM O EDIT RDS EON TA NEWS INFO.
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RDS EON TA NEWS INFO. TOTAL SPACE P - ) AUTO DISC TUNED STEREO M Hz M AX For XD-8550 CHECK Track No. Disc No. Program No. Blinks M EM O EDIT RDS EON TA NEWS INFO. TOTAL SPACE PROG.
Convenient CD recording XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Fading in/out sound at tape reversal positions (Fade edit recording) The tune interrupted at the end of tape side A is faded out and side B starts w ith fading in from the middle of that tune.
For XD-8550 Convenient CD recording XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Tw in recording (For XD-8550) This function allow s to record CD sound simultaneously on a tape and M D. All tracks on a CD can be recorded in the same order as they are recorded on the CD.
Effective Sound Adjustment XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) This unit permits selection of equalizer and sound field playback. Please select the equalizer as desired according to the music genre. Select the sound field mode according to the desired atmosphere. Enjoying Sound Field Effects When playing back a tape recorded by applying the SRS 3D effect, be sure to turn off the SRS 3D system.
A demonstration of the tone adjustment functions including the equalizer, SRS 3D, EX. BASS and NB CIRCUIT can be performed in sequence. Press so that “DEM O ON” is displayed. For XD-8550 : DEMO Press and hold for more than 2 seconds.
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P.B.C. M ANUAL N.B. M Hz 2 Adjust the equalizer pattern. Each press of the key sw itches the frequency bands. For XD-8550 (1) Select the frequency band. 1 68 Hz 2 130 Hz 3 400 Hz 4 1 kHz 5 2 kHz 6 6.3 kHz...
Effective Sound Adjustment XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Adjustment of balance and input level Balance ..Adjusts the balance of left and right volume. Input level ..The input level from the external equipment connected to the AUX input jacks (VCR, etc.) or the external equipment connected to the M D PLAY jacks (M D recorder, etc.) can be adjusted.
Sw itching the dual display (For XD-8550) The display panel of the tuner/ equalizer unit has been designed to show tw o groups of display information three-dimension- ally. How ever, this can be changed so that only one group of display information is show n at a time.
Clock adjustment XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) This unit incorporates a clock function. Be sure to adjust the correct time before using the timer function. Ensure that the pow er is OFF. Activate the clock adjustment mode. Example: Adjustment to 8:45 M EM O EDIT...
÷ At the time of tape playback by timer operation, the B deck has priority. O.T.T ÷ For XD-8550: Timer playback of a CD is possible only w ith the CD loaded in tray No. 1. ÷ The input source and ON time are displayed w hen the O.T.T. key is pressed.
Adjust the clock before setting the timer. Timer operation XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Timer programming Tw o 24-hour timer systems (PROG.1, PROG.2) (w hich can be used every day) are available. In each of PROG.1 and PROG.2, the timer data including the operating period and played contents can be set and selected to be activated or not as required.
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Adjust the clock before setting the timer. Timer operation XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Enter the ON time. ÷ After entering the figure of “ hour” w ith the procedure in 1 and 2 , DOWN TUNING enter the figure of “...
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Adjust the clock before setting the timer. Timer operation XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) The reservation contents cannot be cleared. The contents are Ensure that the pow er is OFF. cleared only w hen they are changed. Note Note Check the reservation content.
Important Items XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) M aintenance Cleaning the head section Cleaning the heads and peripheral compo- Demagnetizing the head nents When the recording / playback head is magnetized, the sound quality w ill deteriorate. In such a case, For maintaining the best condition of the deck and Cotton sw ab demagnetize the head using a commercially avail-...
¡ Pow er is turned OFF suddenly. vated. ÷ There is a certain trouble. The displayed ÷ Please consult your nearest KENWOOD An error message is displayed (ERROR * (figure)) figure is variable depending on the details of service station.
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In case of difficulty XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Cassette deck unit Symptom Cause Remedy ÷ Cords are connected improperly. ÷ Connect cords properly by referring to “ Con- Sound cannot be produced by pressing the play key or no operation occurs even nections”...
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In case of difficulty XD-8 5 5 0 / XD-6 0 0 0 (En/ T) Amplifier/Speaker unit Symptom Cause Remedy ÷ The speaker cords are disconnected. ÷ Connect properly referring to “ System con- Sound is not produced. nection” . ÷...
OR THE PERFORM ING RIGHTS SOCIETY LIM ITED. 1. KENWOOD follow s a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed w ithout notice. 2. Sufficient performance may not be possible at very low temperatures (0 ° C or less).
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Weight (net) ........5.6 kg (12.4 lb) (1 piece) 1. KENWOOD follow s a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed w ithout notice. 2. Sufficient performance may not be possible at very low temperatures (0 ° C or less).
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For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the w arranty card, and in the space provided below. Re- fer to the model and serial numbers w henever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product.
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