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  • Page 1 Setting up your Kenwood Audio System Spectrum 350 Downloaded from: http://www.usersmanualguide.com/...
  • Page 2 Licensing Manufactured under license from D olby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Additionally licensed under one or more of the following patents: US numbers 3,632,886; 3,746,792; and 3,959,590; Canadian numbers 1,004,603 and 1,037,877. ‘D olby’, and the symbol are trade- marks of D olby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Downloaded from: http://www.usersmanualguide.com/...
  • Page 3: Safety First

    Safety first W ARN IN G: About the power supply TO PREVEN T FIRE OR ELECT RIC SH OCK, DO N OT This unit is designed for operation in the USA and Canada using a power supply of AC 120 EX POSE T H IS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 4 D o not use the unit on a bed, sofa, rug or The unit exhibits a marked change in similar surface that may block the ventila- performance. tion openings. This unit should not be The unit does not appear to operate placed in a built-in installation such as a normally by following the instruction bookcase or rack unless proper ventila-...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety First ........3 Welcome ........6 U npacking .
  • Page 6: Welcome

    Welcome Did you get everything? • Setting up your SPECTRUM System Glass D oor • isn’t difficult, but getting your system H ardware bag up and running will be even easier if Check the lists below to make sure (see page 7 for contents of the you follow the step-by-step direc- you have everything.
  • Page 7: Assembling The Rack

    Assembling the rack Hardware list Step Before assembling your rack check to be sure that you received all of the hardware listed below. Left side Finished edge Item Description Quantity Allen bolt Finished edge Fixed shelf D owel holes Finished edge for kick panel Phillips head screw...
  • Page 8 Step Step Rack top H inge insert faces toward top Kick Panel O ptional Step Mallet Removable shelf (not included) (optional) Step Top of panel should be 1/2" below top edge of rack Rack top Black surface of both back panels face toward inside of rack Step x 10...
  • Page 9 Step Step Edge of hinge even First close the door to see where the magnetic catch with edge of glass contacts it. Glass door (top) Attach the cushion to the door where the magnetic catch contacted it. Screws face Slip the catch plate over the cushion.
  • Page 10: How To Get Replacement Parts For Your Rack

    344738-3 SRC-406N Top back panel X W 1062 431295-3 Allen screws S0033 423699-8 contact: Small screws S0034 414954-8 Kenwood Allen wrench M0018 408737-2 1900 Gulf Street H inge inserts P0054 425226-8 Lamar MO 64759 Magnetic door catch P0098 431264-3 (800) 327-9782...
  • Page 11: Placing Your System

    Placing your system Stacking your components in Positioning your speakers the rack You can get the best stereo effect by placing your speak- To make sure that they’re properly ventilated and stable, ers 6' to 12' apart along the same wall, with the main stack them according to the following diagram.
  • Page 12: Connecting Your Components

    Connecting your components Important: positive (- to + ) can cause poor Please wait until you’ve connected sound quality. all of the cables before plugging any • of the components into AC wall N ever allow the positive and outlets and turning them on. negative speaker wires to touch each other.
  • Page 13: Connecting Your Cd Player, Cassette Deck, And Optional Turntable Or Vcr

    Connecting your CD player, cassette deck, and optional turntable or VCR Use the cables that came with the audio and video components. You can connect any turntable that has a magnetic phono cartridge. TAPE AUDIO REC PLAY Cassette Deck (optional) ANTENNA FM 7 5 Ω...
  • Page 14: Connecting Your Antennas

    Connecting your antennas U sing the AM indoor loop antenna (supplied) The quality of your FM/AM recep- tion depends on how well you place Place the antenna as far away as possible from the main system, television, your antennas. So please follow the speaker wires and power cords.
  • Page 15: Using An Am Outdoor Antenna (Optional)

    U sing an AM outdoor antenna (optional) If you’re using the AM loop antenna, but reception is poor, run a vinyl-coated wire of more than 20 feet outdoors. D o not disconnect the loop antenna. ANTENNA FM 7 5 Ω LOOP ANTENNA FM 3 0 0 Ω...
  • Page 16: Connecting The System Control Cables

    Connecting the system control cables Connect the system control cables as shown below. Be sure to push the plugs all the way in. SYSTEM CO N TRO L SYSTEM CO N TRO L Optional T urntable Receiver (KR-596) ANTENNA 5 M 7 5 Ω LOOP ANTENNA SYSTEM CO N TRO L SW ITCHED...
  • Page 17: Connecting Other Audio Components

    Connecting other audio components A few tips: You can connect a graphic equalizer or similar component to your SPEC- • TRUM System. Read the manual that came with the other component. Remove the shorting plugs from the ‘Adapter’ jacks, and connect the compo- •...
  • Page 18: Plugging In Your Power Cords

    Plugging in your power cords Important: Make sure you follow these instructions carefully when KR-596 you plug in the power cords. If the connections are wrong, they could SW ITCHED TOTAL 2 0 0 W ATTS M AX. cause electrical overload and fire. Plug the power cord of the CD player into one of the accessory outlets on the back of the...
  • Page 19: Turning On The Power

    Turning ON the power If you’ve connected all of the power AM -FM STEREO RECEIVER KR-5 9 6 and system control cables as we’ve shown, you can turn on the power AUTO TUNING SYSTEM to the entire system from the 3 0 STATION RANDOM PRESET receiver.
  • Page 20 CONGRATULATIONS! Your SPECTRUM System is ready to go! N ow, look at the ‘Using your Kenwood Spectrum Audio System’ manual to operate your system. H ave fun! Downloaded from: http://www.usersmanualguide.com/...
  • Page 21: Warranty

    AN D SH ALL N O T IN CLUD E D AMAGES O F AN Y KIN D , W H ETH ER Kenwood is proud of its audio equipment, and stands behind it. For that reason, IN CID EN TAL, CO N SEQ UEN TIAL O R O TH ERW ISE. SO ME STATES D O N O T...
  • Page 22 KEN W O O D USA CO RPO RATIO N PO Box 22745 Long Beach, California 90801-5745 Downloaded from: http://www.usersmanualguide.com/...
  • Page 23 Using your Kenwood Audio System Spectrum 350 Downloaded from: http://www.usersmanualguide.com/...
  • Page 24 Contents Welcome Condensation ....... 22 ........5 Before you transport your CD player .
  • Page 25: Welcome

    Welcome Special tapes....... . 32 N ow that you’ve set up your SPECTRUM system, the real fun begins! O perating your system is easy, if you Listening to tapes .
  • Page 26: Using The Controls

    Using the controls Front panel controls SPEAKERS indicator REMOT E SEN SOR PRESET CALL button BAN D SELECT OR button MEMORY button T U N IN G buttons AU T O/MAN U AL button AM -FM STEREO RECEIVER KR-5 9 6 BAND TUNING AUTO/ M ANU.
  • Page 27: Reading The Display

    Reading the display BAN D indicator FREQU EN CY indicator CH AN N EL indicator T U N ED indicator AUTO TUNED AU T O indicator M Hz STEREO ST EREO indicator U PPER (tuner) M EM ORY MEMORY indicator LOW ER (amplifier) MUTING VOLU ME indicator...
  • Page 28: Remote

    Loading and replacing the batteries The remote CASSET T E DECK buttons N ote: These buttons only work with a Kenwood You can use your SPECTRUM If the receiver doesn’t respond cassette deck with system system remote for many functions.
  • Page 29: The Basic Audio Functions

    Adjusting the volume The basic audio functions Selecting the input source Selecting from the remote Adjusting from the remote You can increase or decrease the volume level in 1 Press the IN PUT button until you see the input source decibel (dB) increments.
  • Page 30: Adjusting The Bass And Treble

    Adjusting the bass and treble Muting the sound Activating the speakers Adjusting the speaker balance You can increase or decrease the bass or treble to You can quickly turn O FF the sound (when the phone You can turn the speakers O N or O FF (for example, to You can adjust the balance of the volume between the personalize the sound.
  • Page 31: Using Headphones

    Using headphones Using the tuner Tuning stations automatically Tuning stations manually Important You can use headphones to listen to music in private. There are a few things to keep in mind when using head- Turn the speakers O FF. phones: You can automatically find the strongest radio You can search for radio stations in small steps up and station signals.
  • Page 32: Storing Preset Stations

    Storing preset stations Tuning preset stations Scrolling through preset stations Scrolling from the front panel Scrolling from the remote You can store up to 30 of your favorite radio stations You can quickly tune to any preset station. in memory. You can scroll through all preset stations in sequence.
  • Page 33: Using The Cd Player

    TRACK NO. DISC N O. indicators T RACK N O. indicator T IME COU N T ER, EDIT MODE button PROGRAM N O. (works with Kenwood computer- single/total controlled cassette decks–not included with this system) PROGRAM MODE button CH ECK button...
  • Page 34: Before Using The Cd Player

    Before using the CD player Displaying CD time information Loading CDs Storing CDs Please read the following instruc- • You operate a heater in the You can view time information for the CD you’re playing. Press the O PEN /CLO SE button to open the tray. tions carefully to help prevent To protect your CD s, store them in vicinity of the player.
  • Page 35: Playing Cds

    From a specific track Playing CDs From the beginning Playing from the remote Playing from the front panel Playing from the remote Load one or more CD s. Make sure that the PGM (Program Mode) light Make sure that the PGM light is O FF. If the PGM light Playing from the front panel is O FF.
  • Page 36: Playing A Combination Of Tracks

    PLAY/ PAUSE / I I compatible with the track-finding function of Press the P.MO D E button. The PLAY light flashes, Kenwood cassette decks. H owever, the PGM and the display shows the selected CD and track and EDIT OPEN/ CLOSE...
  • Page 37: Playing Cds Over (Repeat Play)

    Playing CDs over (repeat play) Playing tracks in random order Using a timer to play CDs (random play) Repeating programmed tracks You can repeat a single CD , all loaded CD s, or the You can randomly play all the tracks from the CD s in the You can use your CD player with an audio timer (you’ll contents of a program.
  • Page 38: Using The Cassette Deck

    Using the cassette deck The front panel controls and display PEAK LEVEL M ETER (dB) –∞ –5 RECORDIN G indicator DOLBY N R DU BBIN G indicator reference level STEREO DOUBLE CASSETTE DECK KX-W 5 9 5 DUBBING HIGH NORM AL DOLBY NR DUBBING TAPE SELECTOR...
  • Page 39: Before Using The Cassette Deck

    Before using the cassette deck Listening to tapes Playing tapes Fast- winding tapes If there is slack in the tape Special tapes Please read the following instruc- tions carefully to help prevent Insert a pencil into the tape reel Using 120-minute tapes and/or í...
  • Page 40: Recording Tapes

    Recording a tape Copying (dubbing) a tape Recording tapes Put a blank tape in tape-well B. You can automatically copy a tape in tape-well A onto a tape in tape-well B. Press the PAUSE button, and then press the REC and A few tips about recording tape-to-tape: PLAY buttons simultaneously.
  • Page 41: Maintaining The Cassette Deck

    Kenwood Authorized Service Center. • Check that the balance between the left and right T o find a Kenwood Authorized Service Center D ip a swab into the cleaning fluid, and clean the speakers isn’t set too far to one side.
  • Page 42: Cd Player (Dp-R896)

    • • You can’t receive radio stations Check that the PLAY mode is active (the PLAY indi- Make sure that D olby N oise Reduction isn’t activated • Check that the station is tuned in properly. cator light should be O N ). when playing tapes recorded with no D olby N oise Reduction.
  • Page 43: Speakers (J L-506)

    W ow and flutter: 0.3% (W RMS) 530 ~ 1700 kH z (CLV) Pre amp section Fast-wind time: Approx 110 Because Kenwood follows a policy Signal-to-noise ratio (IH F-A) Usable sensitivity: D /A converters: D ual 1 Bit seconds (C-60 tape)
  • Page 44 KEN W O O D USA CO RPO RATIO N PO Box 22745 Long Beach, California 90801-5745 Downloaded from: http://www.usersmanualguide.com/...
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