Kenwood KT-3300D User Manual

FM STEREO TUNER
KT-3300D
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
‘Introduction
Your choice of this product indicates that you are a devotee
to excellence in sound reproduction.
We
appreciate
your
patronage
and
take
pride
in
the
long
tra-
*
dition
of
quality
components
that
our
company
represents.
So
that
you
can
get
the
most
out
of
your
upit,
we
suggest
that
you
take
the
time
to
read
through
this
manual
before
you
hook
up
and
operate
your
system.
This
will
acquaint
you
with
operating
features,
and
system-connection
consi-
derations,
so
that
your
listening
pleasure
will
be
enhanced
right
from
the
start.
You
will
notice
that
in
all
aspects
of
planning,
engineering,
styling,
operating
convenience
and
adaptability,
we
have
sought
to
anticipate
your
needs
and
desires.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Safety precautions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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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
spa-
ce
provided
below.
Refer
to
the
model
and
serial
num-
@bers
whenever
you
call
upon
your
dealer
for
information
or
" service
on
this
product.
Model Serial Number
&
Unpacking
Unpack
the
unit
carefully
and
make
sure
that
all
accessories
and cables are put aside so they will not be lost.
Examine
the
unit
for
any
possibility
of
shipping
dam-
age.
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
con-
signee
(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
pack-
ing
materials
for
use
should
you
transport
or
ship
the
unit
in
the future.
WARNING:
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
APPLIANCE
TO
RAIN
OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO
REDUCE
THE
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
(OR
BACK).
NO
USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER
SERVICING
TO
QUALI-
FIED
SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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
persons.
enclosure;
that
may
be
of
sufficient
magnitude
to
constitute
a
risk
of
electric
shock
to
The
exclamation
point
within
an
equilateral
triangle
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
important
operating
and
maintenance
(servicing)
instructions
in
the
litera-
ture accompanying the appliance.

Kenwood KT-3300D Specifications

FM Tuner Section

tuning frequency range	87.5 MHz to 108 MHz
antenna impedance	75 ohms unbalanced
usable sensitivity (IHF)	10.8 dBf 31.2 dBf

Signal Quality

total harmonic distortion (mono, 1 kHz, 40 kHz dev)	0.01% 0.03%
signal-to-noise ratio (mono, 40 kHz dev., 1 mV input)	82 dB
signal-to-noise ratio (stereo, 46 kHz dev., 1 mV input)	67 dB

Rejection Ratios

image rejection ratio	80 dB
IF rejection ratio	110 dB
spurious rejection ratio	100 dB

Power and Dimensions

power consumption	25 W
width	440 mm (17-5/16")
height	88.5 mm (3-7/16")

Weight

weight	5.3 kg (11.7 lb)
depth	327 mm (13-1/4")

Summary

Introduction

For Your Records

Record serial number and model for service information and dealer contact.

Unpacking and Inspection

Carefully unpack, check for shipping damage, and retain carton for future use.

Safety Precautions

Electrical Safety Warnings

Important warnings about preventing electric shock, fire, and exposure to rain or moisture.

Before Applying Power

AC Voltage Selection

Instructions on how to select the correct AC voltage (120V or 220-240V) for your region.

Before Operation

Installation Guidelines

Advice on unit placement, avoiding sunlight, heat, moisture, and vibration.

Cleaning and Abnormal Smell

How to clean the unit and immediate actions for abnormal smell or smoke.

General Safety Advice

Warnings against removing the case, touching internal parts, or operating with wet hands.

System Connections

Output and Power Connections

Connecting output jacks to an amplifier and information on the power cord.

FM Antenna Setup

Instructions for connecting indoor and outdoor FM antennas to the tuner.

Antenna Connection Details

Cable Connections and Adapter

Detailed steps for connecting 75Ω coaxial and 300Ω ribbon antennas using the adapter.

FM DE-EMPHASIS Switch

Explanation of the rear panel switch for FM de-emphasis settings.

Controls and Indicators

Front Panel Controls

Description of Power, Program, Output Level, Preset Station, Memory, REC CAL, and Modulation switches.

Tuning and Band Selection Controls

Explanation of IF BAND, RF SELECTOR, TUNING MODE, TUNING LOCK, and ANTENNA switches.

Tuning and Signal Indicators

Tuning and Signal Display

Details on the TUNING knob, indicators for tuning mode, lock, and signal strength.

Operational and Modulation Indicators

Explanation of indicators for Stereo, REC CAL, MUTING, Modulation, and Preset functions.

Operating Instructions

Tuning Modes

How to perform Auto Tuning and Manual Tuning for FM reception.

Preset Tuning and Program Reception

Steps for storing stations in presets and setting up unattended program recording.

Multipath Reception

Understanding Multipath

Explanation of multipath reflections and their effect on FM sound quality.

Multipath Adjustment Methods

Using an oscilloscope or amplifier to adjust the antenna for minimal multipath distortion.

In Case of Difficulty

Troubleshooting Guide

Table of common problems, possible causes, and remedies for tuner operation.

Specifications

FM Tuner Section Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the FM tuner section (EIA and IEC/NF).

General Specifications

General information including power consumption, dimensions, and net weight.