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Kenwood A-93 User Manual

Kenwood A-93
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Kenwood A-93 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output80 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency Response10Hz to 70kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio80dB (MM), 105dB (line)
Dimensions440 x 147 x 399mm
Weight11.2kg
Input sensitivity2.5mV (MM), 200mV (line)
Tone ControlsBass: ±10dB at 100Hz, Treble: ±10dB at 10kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)0.08%
Input Impedance47kΩ

Summary

Introduction

For Your Records

Record serial number for service and information.

Unpacking and Warnings

Unpack unit, check for damage, retain packaging; includes copyright notice.

Before Applying Power

Region-Specific Power Settings

Voltage and plug settings for USA, UK, Australia, Europe, and other countries.

Critical Safety Precautions

Warnings to prevent fire or electric shock hazards.

Important Safeguards

Power, Ventilation, and Heat Safety

Guidelines for safe power sources, ventilation, and heat management.

Shock, Water, and Environmental Hazards

Preventing electric shock, moisture damage, and environmental risks.

Important Safeguards

Servicing, Damage, and Non-Use Precautions

User servicing limits, damage handling, and periods of non-use.

Antenna Grounding and AC Outlet Safety

Antenna grounding requirements and AC outlet usage.

System Components and Accessories

Component Overview

Identification of Tuner, Amplifier, and Cassette Deck.

Included Accessories List

List of all accessories provided with the main unit.

Cassette Tape Handling and Maintenance

Tape Handling Notes

Tips on safety tabs, tape storage, and slack removal.

Head Cleaning and Demagnetization

Procedures for cleaning cassette heads and demagnetizing.

Condensation Prevention and Care

Guidance on preventing and dealing with condensation.

System Connections

Basic System Wiring Diagrams

Diagrams for connecting Tuner, Amplifier, and Cassette Deck.

Optional CD Player Connection

Connection details for the optional CD player.

Connections - Cords and Switches

Cord and Cable Connection Procedures

Connecting audio, system control, and optical fiber cables.

ADAPTOR Jacks and FM Settings

Using ADAPTOR jacks and setting FM de-emphasis.

Antenna Connections

AM and FM Antenna Setup

Connecting AM loop, FM indoor, and FM outdoor antennas.

AM Outdoor Antenna Installation Guidance

Recommendations for installing AM outdoor antennas.

Antenna Cable Connections

T-93L Antenna Cable Setup

Detailed steps for coaxial cable connection with adaptor.

T-93 Antenna Cable Setup

Detailed steps for T-93 coaxial and indoor antenna connections.

Speaker Connections

Speaker Wiring and Impedance Selector

Connecting speakers and configuring the impedance selector.

Surround, Center, and Woofer Speaker Setup

Connecting surround, center, and super woofer speakers.

AV Component Connections

Videotape Playback and Recording Setup

Connecting video decks for playback and recording via AV AUX.

Tuner Controls and Indicators

Tuner Front Panel Controls

Identification of numeric, band, tuning, and program keys.

Tuner Display Panel Indicators

Explanation of band, program, and status indicators on the display.

Amplifier Controls and Indicators

Amplifier Front Panel Layout and Controls

Identification of volume, tone, input selector, and surround controls.

Cassette Deck Controls and Indicators

Cassette Deck Front Panel Layout

Identification of deck controls, keys, and display elements.

Cassette Deck Display Panel Indicators

Explanation of peak level, tape counter, and status indicators.

Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Unit Functions

Operating system components using the remote control.

Battery Installation and Operation Range

Instructions for loading batteries and understanding remote range.

Tuner Time Adjustment

Setting the Clock and Date

Step-by-step guide to setting the year, month, day, hour, and minute.

Display Key Functionality for Time

How the DISPLAY key interacts with time and frequency displays.

Amplifier Basic Operations

Power On and Volume Controls

Switching system power ON and adjusting volume and balance.

Standby Mode Functionality

Explanation of the standby mode and its implications.

Amplifier Basic Operations

Tone Controls and Surround Sound Playback

Using tone controls and playing sources with surround sound.

Input Selector Key Usage

Selecting audio/video inputs and input combinations.

Amplifier Basic Operations

Automatic and Direct Source Playback

Automatic input switching and direct digital source playback.

Headphone Listening and CD Recording

Connecting headphones and recording from CDs.

Listening to Broadcasts

Basic Listening and Auto Tuning

Steps for listening to radio and using auto-tuning.

Listening to Broadcasts

Manual and Direct Tuning Methods

Manual tuning and direct station selection via remote control.

Last Channel Memory Functionality

How the tuner recalls the last received station.

Listening to Broadcasts

Presetting FM/AM Stations

Steps to preset up to 10 stations per band.

Preset Scanning Operation

Scanning through preset stations for brief listening.

Listening to Broadcasts

Naming Preset Stations

Procedure for inputting station names for presets.

Listening to Broadcasts

Changing Preset Station Names

Procedure to modify existing preset station names.

Cassette Tape Playback

Tape Playback and Stopping Procedures

Steps for playing and stopping cassette tapes.

Cassette Tape Operations

Fast Forward, Rewind, and Zero-Stop Functions

Using FF, RW, and the tape counter zero-stop function.

Relay Playback and Dolby NR System

Alternating tape playback and explanation of Dolby NR.

DPSS (Direct Program Search System)

DPSS Playback Modes Explained

Details on skip play, repeat playback, rewind & auto play, dash & play.

DPSS Function

Advanced DPSS Operations and Blank Creation

Rewind & auto play, dash & play, and creating program blanks.

How to Record

Recording Preparation and Auto-Bias Setting

Setting controls and using auto-bias for recording.

Automatic Tape Type Detection

System's automatic detection of tape types for recording.

How to Record

Recording Level, Dolby HX Pro, and Tape Counter

Setting recording level, understanding Dolby HX Pro, and tape counter display.

Starting and Managing Recording Processes

Steps for starting recording and managing the recording process.

Convenient Recording Functions

Relay and Simultaneous Recording Methods

Procedures for relay and simultaneous recording on multiple tapes.

How to Record

Synchro Recording with Turntable

Synchronizing turntable playback with cassette deck recording.

Recording CD Sound (CCRS)

CCRS Automatic CD Recording Process

Automatic level and bias adjustment for CD recording.

Fade-in and Fade-out Recording Techniques

Using normal and X.FADE for smooth transitions between tracks.

How to Record

CD Player Edit Function for Tape Recording

Rearranging CD tracks to match tape recording length.

Fade-out/Fade-in Recording Explained

Detailed explanation of fade-out and fade-in recording.

How to Record

Reverse Side Recording and X.FADE Details

Recording on reverse side and detailed X.FADE function.

How to Record

Recording CD Audio with Source Monitoring

Recording CD sound while listening to other audio sources.

Synchro Recording with CD Player Operation

Simultaneous operation of CD player and cassette deck.

Dubbing Operation (A → B Deck)

Normal and High-Speed Dubbing Procedures

Procedures for normal and high-speed tape copying.

Auto-Bias Adjustment for Dubbing

Using auto-bias adjustment for optimal dubbing quality.

Operation with Video Components

Videotape Playback and Recording Setup

Connecting and operating video decks for playback and recording.

Surround Operation

Surround Modes and Dolby Surround Adjustment

Selecting surround modes and adjusting Dolby Surround settings.

Delay Time Setting for Surround Effects

Setting delay times to enhance surround sound effects.

Surround Operation

Theater/Hall Surround Playback Modes

Playing sources with Theater or Hall surround sound modes.

Center Speaker Operation and Delay Notes

Adjusting the center speaker and notes on delay time.

Surround and Super Woofer

Speaker Placement and Super Woofer Integration

Optimizing speaker arrangements and integrating the Super Woofer.

Using the Timer

Program Timer Overview and Patterns

Introduction to the program timer and its pattern table.

Using the Timer

Programming Timer Settings

Step-by-step guide to programming timer ON/OFF times.

Using the Timer

Confirming and Executing Timer Programs

Checking programmed settings and executing timer programs.

Timer Reception Example

Example of setting up a timer for radio broadcast reception.

Using the Timer

Timer Playback for CD and Cassette Tape

Setting timer for playback of CD player or cassette tape.

Using the Timer

Timer Recording and Program Cancellation

Setting timer for radio recording and canceling programmed events.

Using the Sleep Timer

Sleep Timer Operation and Calendar Check

Setting sleep timer and performing calendar checks.

Troubleshooting Guide

Connection and Amplifier Issues

Resolving connection problems and amplifier sound output issues.

Tuner Operation Issues

Troubleshooting tuner timer and reception problems.

Troubleshooting Guide

Tuner Reception and Noise Problems

Addressing FM/AM reception issues and sources of noise.

Cassette Deck Recording and Playback Issues

Resolving recording and playback problems with the cassette deck.

Troubleshooting Guide

Operation Key, DPSS, CCRS, and Remote Control Issues

Troubleshooting unresponsive keys, DPSS, CCRS, and remote control.

Specifications (Europe and U.K.)

Component Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specs for T-93L, A-93, and X-93 units.

Specifications (Except Europe and U.K.)

Component Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specs for T-93, A-93, and X-93 units.

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