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Kenwood KR-9600 User Manual

Kenwood KR-9600
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Kenwood KR-9600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output160 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency Response20Hz to 20kHz
Tuning RangeFM, MW
Damping Factor50
Input Sensitivity2.5mV (MM), 150mV (line)
Speaker Load Impedance4Ω to 16Ω
Signal to Noise Ratio95dB (line)
Output150mV (line)
Total Harmonic Distortion0.1% (at rated power)

Summary

Introduction and Precautions

Installation Precautions

Important safety and installation guidelines for handling and placing the receiver.

Voltage Selection Notes

Important notes regarding voltage selection and differences for units shipped to various regions.

AC Voltage Selector and Fuse

Instructions on how to set the AC voltage selector switch and information about the power fuse.

Receiver Features Overview

Interconnecting Diagram

Connecting the Receiver System

Speaker Connections and Switch Usage

Instructions for connecting speaker systems to terminals A, B, and C, and using the speaker switch.

Speaker Phasing Adjustment

Explains how to determine and correct speaker phasing for optimal sound reproduction.

Antenna and Turntable Connections

FM Antenna Connection Guide

Guidance on connecting FM antennas for optimal reception based on signal strength and location.

AM Antenna Connection and Adjustment

Instructions for connecting AM antennas and adjusting the ferrite loopstick antenna for best reception.

Stereo Turntable Hookup

Details how to connect stereo turntables to the PHONO 1 input jacks.

Input Jacks and Power Outlets

DIN Connector for Tape Decks

Using a DIN connector for simplified tape deck recording and playback.

Auxiliary Input Jacks

Description of auxiliary input jacks for connecting external audio sources.

FM Detector Output Jack

Information about the FM detector output jack for future 4-channel broadcasting.

Pre Out Power In Jacks

Connecting external adaptors to PRE OUT POWER IN jacks for enhanced audio features.

Multipath Jacks Usage

Information regarding the use of multipath jacks with an oscilloscope for waveform analysis.

Receiver AC Power Outlets

Details on using the receiver's AC outlets for powering other components.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Power Switch and Speaker Selection

Function of the main power switch and controls for speaker output selection.

Listening Level and Tone Adjustment

Controls for volume, balance, loudness, bass, mid, and treble frequencies.

Source and Mode Selection

Selector switch for input sources and mode switch for audio output (Stereo, Mono, Reverse).

Tape Monitoring Controls

Controls for monitoring and selecting input/output for connected tape decks.

Additional Controls and Indicators

Tape Dubbing and Sound Injection

Enables tape dubbing and mixing microphone sound with audio sources.

Tuning and Signal Meters

Tuning knob, FM Muting, FM 25µs switch, and signal/deviation meters.

Filter and Attenuator Functions

Low/High filters, Meter Range control, Power meters, and 20 dB Attenuator.

Basic Operations: Reception and Phono

AM/FM Reception Tuning

Steps for tuning and adjusting AM and FM radio broadcasts.

FM Deviation Meter Explained

Explanation of the Deviation Meter and its use in assessing FM reception and recording levels.

Phono Input Operation

Instructions for connecting and operating turntables with the receiver.

Tape Deck Recording and Monitoring

Guidance on tape monitoring, recording, and playback with single and dual tape decks.

Tape Operations: Playback and Dubbing

Tape Playback Procedures

Instructions for playing back recorded tapes from connected tape decks.

Tape Dubbing Between Decks

Steps for duplicating tape recordings between two connected tape decks.

Listening During Tape Dubbing

Describes listening to other sources while performing tape dubbing operations.

Advanced Operations: 4-Channel and Dolby

4-Channel System Setup

Setting up a 4-channel stereo system using the PRE OUT POWER IN jacks.

Dolby FM and System Integration

Receiving Dolbyized FM broadcasts and integrating Dolby adaptors for recording/playback.

Sound Injection for Mixing

Mixing MIC with Tape Sound

Mixing microphone input with tape sound for recording.

Mixing MIC with Source Sound

Mixing microphone input with selected source sound for recording.

Troubleshooting: AM/FM Reception Issues

AM Reception Problems

Lists common issues, causes, and corrections for AM reception problems.

FM Reception Problems

Lists common issues, causes, and corrections for FM reception problems.

FM Specific Noise and Signal Issues

Troubleshooting FM reception noise, weak channels, or circuit failures.

Troubleshooting: Playback and Phono Problems

General Playback Issues

Troubleshooting common problems like no sound, one-sided sound, or noise during playback.

Phono Playback Issues

Troubleshooting specific issues during phono playback, including hum and feedback.

Accessory Installation: Handles

Technical Specifications: Ratings

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