Kenwood RD-M515 User Manual

© 2010-11 CREATED IN JAPAN
This product uses Lead Free solder.
This product complies with the RoHS directive for the European market.
B53-4084-00
KA007<Rev.001>
Compact Hi-Fi Component System KA007<Rev.001>201011
SERVICE MANUAL
RD-M515, LS-M515,
(M-515)
COPYRIGHT © 2010 Kenwood Corporation of Japan, Limited
VOLUME KNOB
M-515-B: K29-8787-08
M-515-S: K29-8788-08
FRONT PANEL
M-515-B(E): A60-2596-08
M-515-B(X): A60-2597-08
M-515-S(E): A60-2598-08
M-515-S(X): A60-2599-08
FRONT LENS
B10-5678-08
TRAY FITTING
M-515-B: A29-1508-08
M-515-S: A29-1509-08
POWER BTN
M-515-B: K29-8789-08
M-515-S: K29-8790-08
FUNCTION BTN
M-515-B: K29-8791-08
M-515-S: K29-8792-08
PRESET BTN
M-515-B: K29-8793-08
M-515-S: K29-8794-08
MINI JACK
E11-1035-08
MINI JACK
E11-1035-08
USB JACK
E58-0115-08
SERVICE MANUAL
DANGER:
Please do not lock at the laser beam directly
during repair or operation check.

Kenwood RD-M515 Specifications

Power

power source European models	AC 230 V, 50 Hz
power source Australian models	AC 240 V, 50 Hz
power consumption operation	22 W
power consumption standby mode	1 W or less

Audio Output

analog sound output speakers	2
output power	20 W + 20 W at 6 Ω (10% THD)
fitting impedance	6 Ω− 16 Ω

Audio Input

audio in normal	500 mV/47 kΩ
audio in high	250 mV/47 kΩ
iPod output power	DC 5 V 500 mA

Tuner

FM tuner receiving frequency	87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz
antenna type	75 Ω - unbalanced type
speaker power handling capacity	20 W

Weight and Dimensions

main unit dimensions	165 mm × 250 mm × 229 mm
main unit weight	2.3 kg
speaker dimensions	140 mm × 250 mm × 135 mm
speaker weight	1.3 kg

Summary

Service Manual Introduction

Front Panel Component Identification

Identifies key buttons, knobs, and connectors on the front panel.

Laser Safety Warning

Crucial safety notice regarding the laser beam during repair or operation.

System Accessories and Features

Included Accessories

Lists the remote control unit and FM antenna supplied with the system.

Dealer's Lock Functionality

Describes the procedure to enable and disable the dealer lock feature.

Safety, Compliance, and Disposal

General Safety Precautions

Warnings about electric shock, user-serviceable parts, and dangerous voltages.

Regulatory Compliance Information

Declaration of Conformity with EMC Directive and RoHS directive.

Environmental Disposal Guidelines

Instructions for proper disposal of electrical equipment and batteries.

Product Safety Guidelines

General Safety Instructions

Precautions for power cord, installation, operation, and general usage.

Class 1 Laser Product Safety

Specific warnings and guidelines related to the Class 1 laser product.

System Block Diagrams

SMPS PCB Diagram

Schematic illustrating the Switch Mode Power Supply board layout and components.

Main PCB Schematic

Detailed circuit diagram of the main control board.

Front PCB Diagram

Schematic of the front panel control and interface circuitry.

CD/MP3 PCB Schematic

Diagram illustrating the CD and MP3 processing circuitry.

Tuner Board Schematic

Circuit diagram for the FM tuner section of the system.

Assembly and Parts Lists

Exploded View of General Assembly

Visual representation of the main unit's general assembly.

General Assembly Parts List

Comprehensive list of major physical components with part numbers.

Electrical Parts Lists

Detailed lists of electrical components for various PCBs.

Product Specifications

Main Unit Specifications

Details on power source, consumption, audio output/input, and tuner characteristics.

Speaker Specifications

Information on speaker type, power handling capacity, and impedance.