Kenwood G-EQ300 Stereo Equalizer User Manual
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1. TAPE 2 MONITOR jacks to the monitoring position SYSTEM CONTROL G Audio cords SYSTEM CONTROL Connect to the TAPE 2 MONITOR Set the TAPE 2 MONITOR switch CAUTION For U K When using the AC outlet epuipped with this unit be sure to consult your dealer for the correspond ing plug U K Australia U S A Canada China and US military Other countries System control cord This unit Cassette tape deck optional Use the numbers on the rear panel of this unit when connecting it to an AV CONTROL CENTER or RECEIVER Connections are easily completed by using Audio cords to make connections to the same numbers on the other component When a cassette deck is connected to the graphic equalizer do not connect the system control cord to the cassette deck When connecting the audio cords cords with pin plugs on each end insert the white plugs into the L Left jacks and red plugs into the R Right jacks 1 Connect all cords firmly If connections are loose there could be loss of sound or noise produced 2 When plugging and unplugging connection cords be sure to first remove the power cord from the AC outlet Plugging unplugging connect2. Graphic equalizer display mode i 2 Spectrum analyzer display mode 3 DEMO Demonstration mode EQ ON Lights up Each press switches the display as follows D GRAPHIC Mode for adjusting equalizer curves 2 PARAMETRIC Mode for creating a curve according to center frequencies PARAMETRIC Lights up PARAMETRIC PARAMETRIC som boca F1 Lights up 16 5 Select the center frequency FREQUENCY JOG When adjustment of center frequencies F2 and or F3 is required Repeat steps to amp above for each center frequency When two curves F1 and F2 or three curves F1 F2 and F3 are set the curve combining them will be displayed in a few seconds Creation of desired equalizer patterns G EQ300 En K aa d SN oi Sa Da ePressing the FLAT key allows to start adjustment from the flat level position Each press switches the display as follows E D WIDE Curve with a gentle slope 2 NARROW Curve with a sharp slope One the two shall light up WIDE NARROW One adjusted the curve remains the same until next time it is pressed For finer adjustment perform the graphic mode operation described in the following page 17 This mode allows to adjust the equalizer curve for each frequency band provided The curve created in the param eter mode can be fine adjusted
3. 2 The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse in the moulded plug 3 Do not cut off the mains plug from this equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point then obtain an appro priate safety approved extension lead or adapter or consult your dealer If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown Live Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three pin plug Saf ety pr ecaut ions Caution Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACk NO RIEK OF FIFOTRIC SHOCK USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL DO NOT OPEN THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED DANGEROUS VOLTAGE WITHIN THE PRODUCT S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
4. DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 bas GROUND CLAMP POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 18 Power lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where It can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal 19 AC outlets Do not connect other audio equipment with a power consumption larger than that specified to the AC outlet on the rear panel Never connect other electrical appliances such as an iron or toaster to it to prevent fire or electric shock 20 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 21 Attachment Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards 22 Replacement parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 23 Safety check Upon completion o
5. Frequency response cccsceeeeeeeees 10 Hz 70 kHz 3 dB Signal to noise ratio IHF 66 c ccccseeeeeeeeeeeeees 108 dB Graphic equalizer characteristics Adjustment center frequencies 40 Hz 63 Hz 98 Hz 160 Hz 250 Fiz 400 Az 625 Az 1 KAZ 1 5 KAZ 2 5 KHz 3 9 KHz 6 3 kHz 10 kHz 16 kHz Equalizer characteristic variable range 12 dB Input impedance ENON e E ae 47 KQ Maximum output voltage at 1 T H D ssseeeeee 7V Output Impedance a E E AET PE E AAE AE AEL E EE E 22 KQO General A AC outlets For the U S A and Canada UNSWITCHED ccccscssseeseeeeeeees 1 200W 1 6A max For other countries UNSWITCHED ccc ccceesseeseeseesseeeeeneees 1 200W max Power consumption cccecceeeceeeeeeseeeeaeeeeesaeeseeeeensaees 18 W Dimensions ud u u cdc seernes W 400 mm 15 3 4 H 141 mm 5 9 16 D 385 mm 15 3 16 Weight net cccccccseeeseeeeseseeseeseesseeeeaeeees 4 6 kg 10 2 Ib G EQ300 En K eg 1 KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development For this reason specifications may be changed without notice Notes 2 The full performance may not be exhibited in an extremely cold location under a water freezing temperature 25 G EQ300 En K For the U S A FCC WARNING This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy Changes or modifications to th
6. KENWOOD GRAPHIC EQUALIZER G EQ300 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION Introduction G EQ300 En K 9 Bef Or e applying po wer A N Caution Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation Units are designed for operation as follows USA ana Canal opn E A E EA E EAT O ee ee AC 120 V only Ja EE AE A se E OAA PA E A E E E E T eee AC 240 V only P iT E OEA A EAN EEA TEIT IAEN A EA N A A AC 220 V only UN ANG E UODO soi e E E E ert ere SETE ERE RER AC 230 V only OET GC OUNI ES aiee rin rE EN AEE OE A A EEE E O EN AEA EET AC 110 120 220 240 V switchable AC voltage selection AC voltage selector switch The AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel is set to the voltage VOLTAGE SELECTOR that prevails in the area to which the unitis shipped Before connecting the power cord to your AC outlet make sure that the setting position of this switch matches your line voltage If not it must be set to your L voltage in accordance with the following direction AC 110 120V AC 220 240V Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage selector switch Move switch lever to match your line voltage with a small screwdriver or other pointed tool Note For the United Kingdom Factory fitted moulded mains plug 1 The mains plug contains a fuse For replacement use only a 13 Amp ASTA approved BS1362 fuse
7. to it see Tape recording of sound with equalizer effect H P ST Headphone stereo key For use in recording of tapes to be played on headphone stereo players To cancel GENRE mode Press the PATTERN key again PATTERN REVERSE key Each press reverses the curve Press the REVERSE key to reverse the equalizer curve REVERSE Use of equalizer effect with tape G EQ300 En K Preparation Make preparation for playback eFor the preparation for playback refer to the instruction manuals of the cassette tape deck Keys and control used in the operations described on this page Applying equalizer effect to tape playback Set the TAPE switch to ON Lights up a EQ ON Lights up EQ ON EJ Create a desired equalizer pattern See pages 12 to 20 Play a tape To stop tape playback Press the stop key of the cassette tape deck eg When playing a tape which has been recorded together with the equalizer effect set the EQ EFFECT key to OFF Note Use of equalizer effect with tape G EQ300 En K In addition to ordinary recording special equalizer recording patterns refer to page 14 can be used for effective playback 2 on car stereo or headphone stereo Preparation Make preparation for recording For the preparatio
8. have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance C The appliance has been exposed to rain or water D The appliance does not appear to operate normally by following the instruction manual Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to Its normal operation E The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged F The appliance exhibits a marked change in performance 16 Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the instruction manual All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel 17 Outdoor antenna grounding If an outside antenna is connected to the appliance be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See Figure EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE i ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND IN S ANTENNA
9. in this mode Operation in GRAPHIC mode Select the graphic equalizer display mode DISPLAY GRAPHIC PARAMETRIC FREQUENCY JOG 4 EQ LEVEL O v 6 Fine adjustment of each frequency band de Repeat steps and G above es If the mode is switched from GRAPHIC to PARAMETRIC Note Creation of desired equalizer patterns G EQ300 En K Each press switches the display modes as follows D Graphic equalizer display mode i 2 Spectrum analyzer display mode 3 DEMO Demonstration mode EQ ON lights up Each press switches the display as follows D GRAPHIC Mode for adjusting equalizer curves 2 PARAMETRIC Mode for creating a curve according to center frequencies GRAPHIC lights up the equalizer pattern created in the GRAPHIC mode is cleared 17 18 Creation of desired equalizer patterns G EQ300 En K Registration of EQUALIZER pattern Create a desired equalizer pattern See Creation of desired equalizer patterns Any equalizer pattern can be preset if it is being dis played 2 Preset the equalizer pattern Press the MEMORY key 3 de db N UR Press one of the preset keys Press while MEMORY is lighted up To cancel the registered pattern The registered equalize
10. ECHONS eee J lape recording of sound with equalizer effect 22 Display 2 PO E E FEER T 10 Functions of the graphic equalizer siccssccsseossseoesseesssesseesiee 23 Switching the display MODES cesser 10 In Case of difficulty eessesssssssssesssessssssssssssseessssesssssssesssssessssssssesses 24 N Specifications cessesssscssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssessssssssses 25 Accessories Check that the following accessories are present Audio cord 2 System control cord 1 AC plug adaptor 1 Use to adapt the plug on the La power cord to the shape of the wall outlet Accessory only for regions where use is necessary IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Caution Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before 6 operating this appliance Adhere to all warnings on the appliance and in the instruction manual Follow all the safety and operating instructions These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 7 1 Power sources he appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the instruction manual or as marked on the appliance If you are not sure of 8 the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company For appliances intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the Instruction Manual 2 Power cord protection Power
11. MORY PARAMETRIC 40 63 98 160 250 400 625 1k 1 5k 25k 3 9k 6 3k 10k 16k MANUAL F1 FQ F3 REFERENCE WIDE NARROW p S A WIDE NARROW FQ LEVEL F2 F3 ry I ESS a me am ES ESS ese re ee MAIN POWER key Switch the unit ON mode ON STANDBY key Switch the unit between ON mode and STANDBY mode Standby indicator Lights up to Indicate that a small amount of current flows in the unit PATTERN key Press to enter or quit the genre mode TAPE indicator Lights up when the TAPE key is pressed to ON PAUSE key Press to let an equalizer curve pause temporarily WIDE NARROW key Each press of the key switches the curve slope alternately between WIDE and NARROW GRAPHIC PARAMETRIC key GRAPHIC Select this mode when adjusting an equalizer curve PARAMETRIC Select this mode when creating an equalizer curve ac cording to center frequencies OG EQ LEVEL N UP I vv DOWN keys Press the AA UP or www DOWN key to increase or decrease the equal izer level EQ EFFECT key Press to turn the equalizer mode ON and OFF TAPE key Use when playing back or recording a tape DISPLAY key Press to switch the display mode or to select the demonstration mode REVERSE key Press to reverse an equalizer curve FLAT key Press to make an equalizer curve flat MANU REF key Press to switch the manual and refer ence functions alternately Preset keys 1 to 5 Typi
12. USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE Introduction G EQ300 En K Special features Large FL display 14 band equalizer and 27 spectrum analyzer The large FL display 14 band equalizer and 27 spectrum analyzer features high visibility of information and make it possible to set EQ equalizer curves with high accuracy MANUAL REFERENCE modes MANUAL Five preset patterns have been factory preset for this mode too In this mode it is also possible to preset assign equalizer patterns created by the user in place of the factory presets 12 REFERENCE Five exemplary patterns have been preset at the factory 13 PARAMETRIC GRAPHIC modes PARAMETRIC Equalizer curves can be created by setting up to 3 center frequencies and the equalizing levels for them 15 GRAPHIC The equalizer curve can be adjusted in a detailed way for every frequency range It is also possible to fine adjust a curve which has been created in the PARAMETRIC mode The GRAPHIC mode is to be used when detailed adjustment of acoustic compensation is required 17 GENRE mode A total of 30 playback patterns have been factory preset by combining five recommended equalizer patterns with six music genres so that any of them can be selected by actually comparing them Similarly selection from 30 types of recording patterns for playback on car stereo or from 30 type
13. alizer allows you to enhance or attenuate the sound of specific instruments or voices Treble Original or ideal soeaker sound Actual sound reaching the listener Sound equalization Super bass range 40 Hz 63 Hz Mid high range 1 5 kHz 2 5 kHz When this control is moved up the bass instrument double bass bass This range is related to stimulus and metallic sound When this range drums or pipe organ etc sound is increased is well compensated vivid sound can be obtained When the super bass sound is boomy move this control down High range 3 9 kHz 6 3 kHz Bass range 98 Hz 160 Hz This frequency range is related to the hardness of the sound When this Usually the listening room resonance frequency is in this range control is moved up strings or brass instruments such as flutes or To eliminate bass resonance move this control down piccolos are emphasized When the control is moved down the sound will be more soothing Mid bass range 250 Hz 400 Hz This range is the basis of music Whether the sound is rich or not Super high range 10 kHz 16 kHz depends on this range When the playback sound is not so good move This frequency range is related to the details of the music When this this control up control is moved up super high frequency instruments such as triangles or cymbals are emphasized resulting in wide sound and Mid range 625 Hz 1 kHz echoes When this control is moved up or down the baritone
14. an the cabinet Use a clean dry cloth Accessories Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The appliance may fall causing serious Injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the appliance Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart combination shouldbe moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS G EQ300 En K Caution Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation 13 Lightning For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power line Surges 14 Abnormal smell If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected immediately turn the power OFF and unplug the appliance from the wall outlet Contact your dealer or nearest service center POWER OFF 15 Damage requiring service he appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when A The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged B Objects
15. cal equalizer patterns have been preset under these keys so that you can select any one of them easily MEMORY key Press this key when registering a user created equalizer pattern Genre keys Press in the genre mode to select the desired music genres and their equal izer patterns Frequency keys F1 F2 F3 Each key can store a desired center frequency FREQUENCY JOG knob Rotate the control knob to adjust the frequency band range STANDBY indicator While standby mode is indicated a small amount of power is supplied to the system to back up the memory In this mode the system can be turned ON by remote control System connections Make connection as shown below When connecting the related system components refer also to the instruction manuals of the related components A Caution Do not plug in the power lead until all connec tions are completed G EQ300 En K Malfunction of microprocessor If operation is not possible or erroneous display appears even though all connections have been made properly reset the microprocessor referring to In case of difficulty 24 de Caution regarding placement Except for U S A Canada To maintain proper ventilation be sure to leave a space around the unit from the largest outer dimensions including projections equal to or greater than shown below Left and right panels 10 cm rear panel 10 cm AV CONTROL CENTER v oc
16. ce 2 Select the EQ ON mode EQ ON Lights up EQ EFFECT EQ ON Each press switches the display as follows MANUAL Lights up MANUAL REFERENCE MANUAL Select by pressing one of preset keys 1 to 5 EQ ON indicator goes off EQ EFFECT FLAT key Pressing the FLAT key makes the displayed curve flat This occurs in any mode Five exemplary patterns have been preset at the factory Operation of graphic equalizer G EQ300 En K 13 Keys and control used in the operations described on this page Operation of REFERENCE feature Play a music source 2 Select the EQ ON mode EQ EFFECT EQ ON Lights up EQ ON Each press switches the display as follows REFERENCE Lights up MANUAL REFERENCE REFERENCE Select by pressing one of preset keys 1 to 5 EQ ON indicator goes off eThe pattern being displayed remains the same 4 Equalizer pattern list Preset equalizer pattern M1 to M5 MANUAL Pattern can be created and preset by the user in this mode M1 Bass intensity For listening a bass sound effect without feeling of sharpness M2 Vocal For listening vocal so
17. ck SYSTEM CONTROL System CD control cord PLAYER About the system control operations Available operations when SERIES 21 components are connected through system control cords Remote Control Lets you operate source components with the system remote supplied with AV CONTROL CENTER Automatic Operation When you start playback from a source component the input selector on AV CONTROL CENTER switches to that component automatically Except TAPE 2 Synchronized Recording Lets you synchronize recording with the start of playback when recording from CD or LD Display G EQ300 En K Preparation Ensure that the MAIN POWER key is set to ON MAIN POWER QX Keys and control used in the operations described on this page Switching the display modes Press the ON STANDBY key to turn the unit ON Each press switches the display modes as follows Graphic equalizer display mode i 2 Spectrum analyzer display mode 3 DEMO Demonstration mode Graphic equalizer display mode Shows how each frequency range is compensated The graphic equalizer display also appears for about 5 seconds even while the unit is in the spectrum analyzer display mode when one of the following operation is performed 1 Turning the unit ON 2 An operation key associated with an equalizer operation is pressed Sp
18. ectrum analyzer display mode Peak hold level Displays the frequency distribution of the source being played to allow under standing at a glance The peak value of the varying level of each frequency range is held and displayed for about 0 5 second DEMO Demonstration mode After DEMO ts displayed the demonstration of the graphic equalizer curves Starts Display GEQ300 En K Demonstration of equalizer curves can be displayed to help the user understand the features of the equalizer better Keys and control used in the operations described on this page Demonstration method Play a music source 2 Select the DEMO mode Each press switches the display modes as follows D Graphic equalizer display mode E 2 Spectrum analyzer display mode 3 DEMO Demonstration mode DISPLAY Demonstration is performed repeatedly in the following order GRAPHIC gt PARAMETRIC gt REFERENCE MANUAL To stop demonstration DISPLAY 11 Operation of graphic equalizer Five preset patterns have been factory preset for this mode too In this mode it is also possible to preset assign equalizer patterns created by the user in place of the factory presets Keys and control used in the operations described on this page Operation of MANUAL feature Play a music sour
19. erating This is not a malfunction however the unit should be dried eWhen the unit is brought from an air conditioned place to a place of To do this turn the ON STANDBY switch ON and leave the unit as it high temperature with high humidity is for several hours eWhen there is a large difference between the internal temperature of the unit and the ambient temperature or in conditions where conden sation occurs easily Maintenance Cleaning Caution against contact revitalizer Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction Be volatile solvents such as alcohol paint thinner gasoline or benzine specially careful against contact cleaners containing oil for they may etc to clean the cabinet Use a clean dry cloth deform the plastic componente Names and functions of parts G EQ300 En K Graphic equalizer display Character display Spectrum analyzer display Frequency display Character display indicator Sssss ssss sss s ssss ss ss ss s s s s MA WM mM mM mM SES ERE SS SS ee a SAN AAN MAIN POWER EQ 9 Q Fra FFECT TAPE DISPLAY REVERSE FLAT MANU REF BYPASS CAR H P ST Gv I FREQUENCY JOG C 2 eee Indicators Pe BT TT TTT TL ITLTTLTETLZTEZEZ Z Ween rave EQ ON GRAPHIC Oe a Se a SS MANUAL m _Ga Ga ME
20. f any service or repairs to this appliance ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operating condition Q le Item 3 is not required except for grounded or polarized equipment 2 Item 17 and 18 are not required except for units provided with antenna terminals 3 Item 17 complies with UL in the U S A Before operation G EQ300 En K Unpacking 6 Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage If your unit is damaged or fails to operate notify your dealer immediately If your unit was shipped to you directly notify the shipping company without delay Only the consignee the person or company receiving the unit can file a claim against the carrier for shipping damage We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in the future Keep this manual handy for future reference Safety precautions Beware of condensation When water vapor comes into contact with the surface of cold material Be especially careful in the following conditions water drops are produced eWhen the unit is brought from a cold place to a warm place and there If condensation occurs correct operation may not be possible or the is a large temperature difference unit may not function correctly eWhen a heater starts op
21. ided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 5 Water and moisture he appliance should not be used near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc 11 12 G EQ300 En K Temperature he appliance may not function properly if used at extremely low or freezing temperatures The ideal ambient temperature is above 5 C 41 F Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat Electric shock Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure through openings If a metal objects such as a hair pin or a needle comes into contact with the inside of this appliance a dangerous electric shock may result For families with children never permit children to put anything especially metal inside this appliance Enclosure removal Never remove the enclosure If the internal parts are touched accidentally a serious electric shock might occur Magnetic fields Keep the appliance away from sources of magnetic fields such as TV sets speaker systems radios motorized toys or magnetized objects 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 cle
22. ion cords without removal of the power cord can cause malfunctions or damage on the unit 3 Do not connect up a power source which is larger than that indicated on the socket at the rear of the unit Q le System connections G EQ300 En K About the system control connections When this unit is connected to KENWOOD audio component system SERIES 21 also connect them through the system control cords to allow system control operations between components Connection example AV ee de SYSTEM CONTROL a The SERIES 21 components which can be CENTER system connected with this unit include the LD player MD recorder and DVD player System control cord ZA POWER ppp AMPLIFIER eg Notes 1 Donotconnectthe SERIES 21 components CONTROL to other system components using system GRAPHIC gene one control cords EQUALIZER Do not connect system control cords to any components other than those specified by cvstem System KENWOOD It may cause a malfunction CASSETTE Sa Control cord and damage your equipment DECK 1 osm Be sure the system control plugs are in serted all the way in to the system control terminals 4 SYSTEM CASSETTE SS KK DECK 2 4 Whena cassette deck is connected to the eO O graphic equalizer do not connect the sys tem control cord to the cassette de
23. ion of equalizer patterns stop so that you can check the tone of a specific pattern more in details The repetitions resume when the PAUSE key is pressed again Until you actually select a tone pattern the five patterns available with The five of the genre keys are also used as the pattern the genre selected in step amp are displayed in repeated cycles and the No keys tones heard also change accordingly Five of the genre keys are alSo used PATTERN key as pattern No keys e gt 2 gt 3 gt 4 gt 5 7 The genre selected A i H i if 1 The number of the T 1TT tone pattern After the tone pattern has been selected characters USE appears on i the display de Continued on next page ae Creation of desired equalizer patterns G EQ300 En K 5 Select the purpose of use of the pattern The display until you select a tone pattern The three of the genre keys are also used as the use keys BYPASS gt CAR STEREO HEADPHONE STEREO BYPASS CAR H P ST POP 1 ROCK 2 Jazzi3_ Fusions Mayor purposes of use provided by the USE keys When a car stereo or headphone stereo is used the special BYPASS key For use in normal playback and recording curve for use in recording is combined with the displayed curve CAR key For use in recording of tapes to be played on car For recording sound together with the equalizer effect applied stereos
24. is equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer ence by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help G EQ300 En K MEMO y 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
25. n for recording refer to the instruction manuals of the cassette tape deck Keys and control used in the operations described on this page Tape recording of sound with equalizer effect Set the TAPE switch to OFF Turns off 4 xe TAPE EQ ON Lights up EQ ON EJ Create a desired equalizer pattern See pages 12 to 20 Play the source to be recorded 5 Start recording it onto tape To stop tape recording Press the stop key of the cassette tape deck Functions of the graphic equalizer G EQ300 En K 23 Functions of graphic equalizer Curtain Compensation for the audio characteristics of the listening room The listening room may contain several objects Some of them reflect sound and some absorb sound thus the sound reaching your ears is considerably affected by these objects In such cases the graphic equalizer can be used to adjust the frequency response of the room for a flat response from low to high frequencies Low frequencies are absorbed by beds chairs etc High frequencies are absorbed by curtains screens etc eThe room structure can cause the low frequencies to be unclear or the sound level to increase or decrease depending on the frequency Adjustment of sound to your individual taste When the reproduced sound contains several musical instruments and voices the graphic equ
26. or soprano voice is emphasized de emphasized This range is related to the presence of music 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 Operation to reset The microprocessor may fall into malfunction impossibility to operate While pressing and holding the MEMORY key erroneous display etc when the power cord is unplugged while power press the MAIN POWER switch to OFF then is ON or due to an external factor In this case execute the following u ON again procedure to reset the microprocessor and return it to normal condition ePlease note that resetting the microprocessor clears the contents stored in it returns the micro processor to the condition when it left the factory Power fails to turn on eThe power cord is plugged incompletely lnsert the power plug securely into the power outlet eThe system control cord is not connected Connect the cord properly by referring to Sys tem connections 8 The equalizer effect cannot be obtained The input and output connections are reversed Connect the input and output correctly 8 Specifications Caution Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation Audio block Total harmonic distortion at 1 kHz Flat 0 005
27. r pattern can be canceled and re turned to the original pattern stored under the preset key one of the factory registered patterns M1 to M5 14 O Display the equalizer pattern Press and hold the preset key for more than 5 seconds MEMORY Lights up MEMORY Pattern is preset under the number of the numeric key pressed Up to five patterns can be preset in the same manner eWhen a pattern has previously been preset under the numeric key pressed the newly preset pattern replaces the previous pattern Creation of desired equalizer patterns G EQ300 En K Through selections of the music genre tone pattern and purpose of use in three steps this feature allows to obtain the optimum playback pattern from the 90 equalizer pat terns 6 genres x 5 patterns x 3 purposes of use 90 Keys and control used in the operations described on this page Operation of GENRE feature Play a music source 2 Initiate the GENRE mode PATTERN bo oe ee MANUAL e GENRE is displayed and EQ ON lights up Until you actually select the music genre patterns of the genres are GENRE key displayed in repeated cycles 7 seconds and the tones heard also change accordingly POPULAR ROCK JAZZ MOVIE lt CLASSIC lt FUSION If the PAUSE key is pressed in step E or the repetit
28. s of recording patterns for playback on headphone stereo is also available Select the optimum equalizer pattern according to the music genre and purpose of use of the pattern 19 Cont ent S Caution Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation Introduction eRe Oem none re Enno PEER ene PEE nT ne ee 2 Demonstration MENO secti 11 N Before applying DOWEL c ccccsccccsccsssesssssesssssessssesssssessssessesseeen Z Operation of graphic equalizer eee 12 N Safety precautions 2 2 2 Operation of MANUAL feature 22 12 Special features acer 3 Operation of REFERENCE feature coat sn td ke kd 13 AX Contents o i rrn 3 E A BENE a essere eee rer 14 ACCOSSOVIOS P EEA A 3 Creation of desired equalizer patterns sssri 15 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ssssssssssssccsssssssssssscsssssssssssssssssssee 4 Operation in PARAMETRIC mode cssseeeeeeeessseeseeeisessee 15 Before operation 22everrererrerrrrrrrtrrrrrererrererrrrrrrrerr 6 Operation in GRAPHIC mode ceceeseverrerrenrrnrernenee 1 7 DATE GG ONS svesker arts cet tect eE irer AREKE TTE 6 Registr atl on OF EQUALIZER pattern sssrin 18 ET E 6 Operation of GENRE feature 2 19 Names and functions of parts 7 enon key pp al Meee RU MOER DEER KENN 7 p i Use of equalizer effect with tape ere 21 System connections urnen tr rer r rr rr ER RE nr Rn Er ERE 8 deal i pplying equalizer effect to tape playback Zi About the system control CONN
29. supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them pay particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance Never pull or stretch the cord 9 3 CAUTION Polarization This appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug 10 4 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating and these openings must not be blocked or covered The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation To maintain good ventilation do not put records or a table cloth on the appliance Place the appliance at least 10 cm away from the walls Do not use the appliance on a bed sofa rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings This appliance should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is prov
30. the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product Model Serial Number
31. und with enhanced expansion M3 Percussion For listening percussion sound with expansion and powerfulness M4 Car For recording tape with suitable tone to be played on car stereo M5 Headphones For recording tape with suitable tone to be played on headphone stereo Operation of graphic equalizer G EQ300 En K Preset equalizer pattern R1 to R5 REFERENCE R1 Mild For listening a mild sound comfortable for ears like back ground music R2 Clear For listening a brilliant sound with attenuated low frequencies R3 Heavy For listening music like rock and fusion with more powerful sound R4 Scale For listening more exciting sound R5 Noise reduction for recording Cut off stimulating medium and high frequencies and enables softsound recording Creation of desired equalizer patterns Equalizer curves can be created by setting up to 3 center frequencies and the equalizing levels for them The inclination of each curve can be selected between WIDE gentle slope and NARROW steep G EQ300 En K 15 Keys and control used in the operations described on this page Operation in PARAMETRIC mode Select the graphic equalizer display mode DISPLAY EQ EFFECT GRAPHIC PARAMETRIC de Continued on next page Each press switches the display modes as follows
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