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Kenwood CD-324M User Manual

Kenwood CD-324M
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Kenwood CD-324M Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenwood
ModelCD-324M
CategoryCD Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Before Applying Power

United Kingdom Mains Plug

Details regarding the factory-fitted mains plug for the UK, including fuse replacement and safety advice.

General Safety Precautions

Essential warnings about preventing fire, electric shock, and protecting the appliance from moisture.

Laser Product Marking

Information on the Class 1 laser product marking and its implications for user safety.

Special Features Overview

200-Disc Changer Capability

Highlights the unit's capacity to hold 200 discs, functioning like a home jukebox.

CD-TEXT Information Support

Explains the ability to display text information like disc titles, track titles, and artist names from CDs.

Programmable Playback Function

Enables programming up to 32 tracks from different discs in a desired playback order.

Disc Filing and Management

Features for managing large disc capacity, including filing by music genres and user files.

Unpacking and Accessories

Unpacking Instructions

Guidance on carefully unpacking the unit and checking for any shipping damage.

Included Accessories

Lists the essential accessories provided with the CD player for setup and operation.

Important Operational Items

Disc Handling Precautions

Guidelines on handling, cleaning, and storing discs to prevent damage or playback issues.

Unit Maintenance and Condensation

Instructions for cleaning the unit's exterior and managing condensation effects.

Transportation and Movement Advice

Steps to follow before transporting or moving the unit to ensure its safety.

System Connectivity

Digital Audio Connections

Details on connecting digital components via coaxial or optical cables for audio output.

System Control Connections

Wiring instructions for enabling system control operations between KENWOOD components.

Controls and Indicators Overview

Main Unit Button Functions

Details the function of each button, key, and indicator on the CD player's main unit.

Standby Mode Operation

Explains the unit's standby state and how it can be turned on remotely.

Remote Control Operations

Remote Control Button Functions

Details the purpose of each button on the remote control for various operations.

Battery Installation for Remote

Step-by-step instructions for correctly inserting batteries into the remote control unit.

Basic Remote Operation Guide

How to power on the unit and initiate playback using the remote control.

Disc Loading and Preparation

Loading Discs into Carousel

Detailed procedure for inserting up to 200 CDs into the player's disc slots.

Disc Management Procedures

Disc Replacement Process

How to replace discs in the carousel, with notes on timing and information reading.

ALL DATA READ Mode

Process for reading all disc information, ensuring data is available for playback.

Normal Playback (TRACK Mode)

Playing Tracks Sequentially

How to play tracks in their original order from track number one.

Playback Control Functions

Instructions for pausing, resuming, and stopping disc playback.

Direct Disc Selection

Inputting Disc Numbers

Method for directly selecting a disc by entering its number using numeric keys.

Numeric Input Methods Explained

Details on the special input method for large numeric values on this player.

Track Playback Operations

Selecting Desired Tracks

Procedure to select a specific disc and then a specific track for playback.

Track Skipping and Searching

How to skip between tracks or search within a track during playback.

Display Information Modes

Scrolling Text Displays

How long titles scroll on the unit's display for full visibility.

Time Display Variations

Different displays for track and disc time (elapsed/remaining) using the DISPLAY key.

All Text Information Display

Method to view all available text data (artist, composer, etc.) from CD-TEXT discs.

Programmed Track Sequencing

Selecting Discs for Programming

How to choose discs from which tracks will be programmed.

Selecting Tracks for Program

Procedure for selecting specific tracks to be added to the playback program.

Starting Programmed Playback

How to initiate playback of the programmed track sequence.

Managing Programmed Tracks

Checking Programmed Tracks

How to view the list of tracks currently in the program.

Adding or Changing Program Tracks

Procedures for adding new tracks or modifying existing ones in the program.

Clearing Programmed Tracks

How to remove tracks from the program, either individually or entirely.

Repeat Playback Modes

Repeating Programmed Tracks

Setting the player to repeat selected tracks from a programmed sequence.

Repeating a Single Disc

Enabling repeat playback for an entire selected disc.

Random Playback Modes

Random Playback of Single Disc

Setting the player to play tracks from one disc in a random sequence.

Random Playback of All Discs

Enabling random playback across all loaded discs.

Skipping Tracks in Random Mode

How to advance to the next random track during playback.

Title Registration

Assigning Custom Disc Titles

Procedure for entering custom titles for discs that do not have CD-TEXT information.

Entering Disc Titles

Reading Disc Information

Process for reading disc information, including titles, into the player.

Character Input and Storage

How to input disc titles using the remote and store them.

Changing Character Types

Switching between capital letters, numbers, and symbols for title entry.

Modifying Disc Titles

Editing Characters in Titles

How to change or delete individual characters within a registered disc title.

Deleting Titles and Characters

Procedures for removing unwanted characters or entire titles.

Music Genre Playback (MUSIC TYPE Mode)

Registering Music Types for Discs

Assigning one of 26 music genres to each disc for organized playback.

User File Creation (USER FILE SET Mode)

Creating User-Defined Disc Files

Process for organizing discs into up to eight user-defined files.

Clearing Registered Music Types/User Files

How to remove genre or user file associations from discs.

Playing by Category

Activating Category Playback Mode

Entering the mode to play discs based on registered music types or user files.

Selecting Category for Playback

Choosing the specific music genre or user file to play.

Starting Category Playback

Initiating playback of discs matching the selected category.

Disc Search Functions

Searching by Disc Title

Locating discs by entering the first letter of their registered titles.

Category Search Operations

Activating Category Search Mode

Entering the mode to search for discs by music type or user file.

Selecting Category for Search

Choosing the specific music genre or user file category to search within.

Favorite Titles (BEST SELECTION Mode)

Registering Favorite Tracks

Process for selecting and saving favorite tracks to a dedicated list.

Playing the Best Selection File

How to play back the list of registered favorite tracks.

Deleting Registered Best Selections

How to remove tracks from the favorite selection list.

Timer Operation Guide

System Preparation for Timer

Setting up components and selecting the disc for timed playback.

Setting Timer Playback Parameters

Procedures for setting the ON time and activating the timer function.

Troubleshooting and Resetting

Resetting the Microcomputer

Steps to reset the unit's microcomputer to resolve operational issues or errors.

Resetting Registered Contents

How to clear all stored data, including titles and user files.

Remote Control Issues Resolution

Common problems with the remote control and their solutions.

CD Player Operational Issues

Solutions for common player problems like no power, no sound, or disc errors.

Technical Specifications

Audio and System Specifications

Details on format, audio performance, and digital output specifications.

Unit Dimensions and Power Details

Physical size, power consumption, and weight of the CD player.

Regulatory Information (FCC/Laser)

Regulatory compliance information including FCC warnings and laser safety precautions.

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