COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM XD-SERIES XD-A75 XD-A55 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION This instruction manual is for some models.Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country and sales area. B60-5007-00 00 MA (K, P) KW 0010 TINSE0365AWZZ...
BEFORE APPLYING POWER Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. U.S.A. and Canada ... AC 120 V only SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
COMPACT DISC OPERATION ... 13 - 17 ACCESSORIES FM Antenna AM Loop Antenna As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Kenwood Corpora- tion has determined that this products meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency. This product can save energy. Saving energy reduces air pollution and lowers utility bills.
HANDLING OF DISCS AND TAPES Disc handling precautions Handling Hold the discs so that you do not touch the playing surface. Label side Playing side Do not attach paper or tape to ei- Sticker ther the playing side or the label side of the discs.
PREPARATION FOR USE • Unplug the AC power cord from the AC socket before connecting or disconnecting any component. Speakers (XD-A75, XD-A55) Right speaker Black Speaker Model System Name XD-A75 XD-A55 CAUTION Be sure to adhere the following, or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard.
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AM loop FM antenna antenna External FM antenna Antenna connection Supplied FM antenna Connect the FM antenna wire to the FM 75 Ω ter- minal and position the FM antenna wire in the di- rection where the strongest signal can be received. Supplied AM loop antenna Connect the AM loop antenna wire to the AM LOOP socket.
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EX.BASS /DEMO • 2 “AA” size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar) Demo mode When the AC power cord is first connected, the unit will enter the demonstration mode. To cancel the demonstration mode : Press the EX.BASS/DEMO button. • The demonstration mode will be cancelled and the unit will be in the low power consumption mode.
SETTING THE CLOCK POWER ON/STANDBY MEMORY /SET CLOCK TUNING/TIME (fi %) POWER In this example, the clock is set for the 12 hours (AM 12:00) system. Press the POWER / ON/STANDBY button to enter the standby mode. CLOCK MEMORY /SET Press the CLOCK button.
To see the time display : Press the CLOCK button. • The time display will appear for about 5 seconds. Note : • The clock display will flash on and off at the push of the CLOCK button when the AC power sup- ply is restored after a power failure occurs or after the AC power cord is disconnected.
COMPACT DISC OPERATION 7 STOP CD playback Press the POWER / ON/STANDBY button to turn the power on. Press the CD button. Press the 0 OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray. 12 cm (5") Place the CD(s) on the disc tray, label side up. •...
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To interrupt playback : 1 Press the 8 button on the remote control. • “8” will light up. 2 Press the 3 button to resume playback from the same point. To stop playback : Press the 7 STOP button. To remove the CDs : Whilst in the stop mode, press the 0 OPEN/CLOSE button.
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RANDOM P.CALL 4 1 ¡ ¢ P.CALL 4 1 ¡ ¢ Random play (Remote control operation) The tracks on the disc(s) can be played in random order automatically. Load a disc(s) and close the disc tray. Press the RANDOM button to begin random play. •...
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7 STOP 7 STOP Cue and review Load a disc and begin playback. Hold down the P . CALL ¡ ¢ button for audi- ble fast forward, and hold down the P . CALL 4 1 button for audible fast reverse. Normal playback will resume when the P .
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CLEAR Program Playback You can playback the tracks on the CDs in the disc 1-3 position in any order desired. By specifying the disc numbers from 1 to 3, and the track numbers from 1 to 99, you can choose up to 32 selections for playback in the order you like.
RADIO OPERATION 2,3, After use : Press the POWER / ON/STANDBY button to enter the standby mode Note : • The last station turned in will be recalled, even after changing the tuning band or the function, or after switching the unit to the standby mode. Tuning Press the POWER / ON/STANDBY button to turn the power on.
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MEMORY/ P.CALL 4 1 ¡ ¢ Preset tuning You can store up to 40 stations in memory (40 sta- tions consisting of any combination of FM and AM stations you like) and recall them at the push of a button. To enter stations into memory : Perform steps (page 18).
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EX.BASS /DEMO POWER ON/STANDBY TUNER (BAND) Preset memory scan The stations saved in the preset memory can be scanned automatically. To scan the preset stations, press the P . CALL (4 1 or ¡ ¢) button for more than 0.5 second.
CASSETTE OPERATION REVERSE MODE 7 STOP TAPE A or TAPE B playback Press the POWER / ON/STANDBY button to turn the power on. Press the TAPE (A/B) button. Open the cassette door by pushing the area marked “PUSH OPEN” . Load the cassette into the TAPE A or TAPE B cassette compartment.
RECORDING (TAPE B only) • When recording important selections, be sure to make a preliminary test to ensure that the desired material is being properly recorded. • The volume and sound quality can be adjusted with no effect on the recorded signals (Variable Sound Monitor).
Note : • When the end of the tape is reached whilst re- cording, the CD player will display the track number which was being played at that time, and stop automatically. If you want to restart recording from the begin- ning of the interrupted track, turn over the tape, press the REC PAUSE button and then the 3 button.
HOW TO USE THE BUILT-IN TIMER • Before setting the timer, make sure that the clock setting is correct. (page 11) STANDBY/TIMER POWER ON/STANDBY VIDEO/AUX TUNER (BAND) TAPE (A/B) MEMORY /SET TIMER BAND / TUNER POWER Timer playback Press the POWER / ON/STANDBY button to turn the power on Press the CD, TUNER (BAND), TAPE (A/B) or TIMER...
POWER ON/STANDBY STANDBY/ TIMER VIDEO /AUX TUNER (BAND) MEMORY /SET TIMER TUNER (BAND) POWER Timer recording Press the POWER / ON/STANDBY button to turn the power on. • Load a cassettle for recording into the TAPE B cassette compartment. TIMER Press the TUNER (BAND) or VIDEO/AUX button to select the desired function, and then adjust MEMORY/...
MEMORY /SET TIMER TUNING/TIME (fi %) Sleep operation The radio, compact disc and cassette deck can all be turned off automatically. TIMER Play back the desired sound source. MEMORY/ Press the TIMER button repeatedly until “ is displayed. TUNING/TIME (%UP fiDOWN) To change the sleep time : Whilst the sleep time is displayed, press the TUNING/TIME (%UP or fiDOWN) button to adjust...
USING EXTERNAL UNITS To the line output socket Video/Auxiliary (Audio signal) input To listen to or record signals from external sources through this unit : Use a separately available RCA cord to connect the desired external unit to the VIDEO/AUX sockets.
RESETTING THE MICROCOMPUTER POWER ON/STANDBY 7 STOP TRANSPORTING THE UNIT POWER ON/STANDBY Reset the microcomputer under the following con- ditions : • To erase all of the stored memory contents (clock and timer settings, and tuner and CD presets). • If the display is not correct.
MAINTENANCE Cotton swab Capstan Head Pinch roller Tape guides Note • There are precisely aligned parts around the heads, including the tape guides. When cleaning, pay special attention so as not to apply shock to them. Maintenance of the unit When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
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In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labeles on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety. KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS NO. 21 CFR 1040.10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.
SPECIFICATIONS (XD-A75) Main Unit [Amplifier section] Rated power output 150 watts per channel minimum RMS, both channels driven, at 6 Ω from 70 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distor- tion. (FTC) Signal to noise ratio VIDEO/AUX INPUT ...
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SPECIFICATIONS (XD-A55) Main Unit [Amplifier section] Rated power output 100 watts per channel minimum RMS, both channels driven, at 6 Ω from 70 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distor- tion. (FTC) Signal to noise ratio VIDEO/AUX INPUT ...