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Kenwood XD-772S User Manual

Kenwood XD-772S
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B60-4246-00 00 MA (Y,M,X,T,Q,E2)
MC
9811
COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
XD-SERIES
DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACTCOMPACT
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XD-652
XD-852
XD-702/ XD-752/ XD-772S
This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed above.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country
and sales area.
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Kenwood XD-772S Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenwood
ModelXD-772S
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Before Applying Power

Mains Plug and AC Voltage Settings

Instructions for mains plug safety, fuse replacement, and AC voltage selection.

Safety Precautions

Laser Product Safety Information

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Electrical and Power Safety

Covers power sources, cord protection, polarization, electric shock, AC outlets, overloading.

Environmental and Physical Safety

Covers ventilation, water/moisture, temperature, heat, magnetic fields, enclosure removal.

Lightning, Antenna, and Service Safety

Covers lightning, antenna grounding, power lines, service, attachments, parts, and safety checks.

Special Features Overview

Intuitive Jog Dial Controls

Describes the multi-control and sound control jog dials for easy operation.

Advanced Audio Technologies

Features Dolby Pro Logic, 3 Stereo Surround, Virtual Surround, and Super Woofer.

Display and Demonstration Features

Highlights the color display and automatic demonstration function.

System Connection Guide

Connecting Accessories

Instructions for connecting antennas, remote control, and other accessories.

Speaker Installation and Setup

TV Interference Prevention

Advises on speaker placement relative to TV to avoid color blotching.

Microcomputer Reset Procedure

Suggests resetting the microcomputer for operational issues.

Speaker Placement Guidelines

Ventilation and Fire Hazard Prevention

Advises on placement for proper ventilation and to avoid fire hazards.

Surround Speaker Connection and Setup

Optimal Speaker Installation Recommendations

Provides recommendations for optimal surround speaker placement.

Speaker Stabilizer and Wall Mounting Instructions

Instructions for using stabilizers and hanging speakers on a wall.

Connecting External Components

Audio/Video and Super Woofer Connections

Shows how to connect external components and optional super woofer.

Digital Optical Cable Connection

Explains how to connect the optical-fiber cable.

Surround Speaker Setup (XD-7 Series)

Surround Switch Functionality

Explains the function and usage of the surround switch.

FM Antenna and Reception Modes

Main Unit Display Indicators

XD-7/8 Series Display Indicators

Explains the indicators and displays on the main unit for XD-7/8 series.

XD-6 Series Display Indicators

Explains the indicators and displays on the main unit for XD-6 series.

Main Unit Controls Overview

XD-6/8 Series Main Unit Controls

Identifies and explains controls on the main unit for XD-6/8 series.

XD-7 Series Main Unit Controls

Identifies and explains controls on the main unit for XD-7 series.

CD Player Unit Controls

Details the controls related to the CD player unit.

Receiver and Cassette Deck Controls

Receiver Controls Explained

Explains various receiver controls like ON/STANDBY, INPUT, VOLUME, SELECT, MENU, BACK.

Cassette Deck Controls Explained

Explains controls for the cassette deck unit.

Remote Control Operation (XD-7 Series)

Key Functions Explained

Explains the functions of the remote control keys for XD-7 series.

Remote Control Operation (XD-6/8 Series)

Key Functions Explained

Explains the functions of the remote control keys for XD-6/8 series.

Jog Dial Operation (XD-7 Series)

Sound Control Jog Dial Functions

How to use the jog dial for sound effects and tone selection.

Multi Control Jog Dial Functions

How to use the jog dial to set various functions and modes.

Jog Dial Operation (XD-6/8 Series)

Sound Control Jog Dial Functions

How to use the jog dial for sound effects and tone selection.

Multi Control Jog Dial Functions

How to use the jog dial to set various functions and modes.

Remote Control Unit Operations

Battery Loading and Basic Operation

Instructions for loading batteries and basic remote control usage.

Channel Space Setting

How to set channel space for different regions.

Disc and Tape Handling Procedures

Disc Handling Precautions

Guidelines for handling discs to prevent damage.

Cassette Tape Handling and Storage

Safety tips for cassette tapes, including storage and handling.

Basic Sound Playback Methods

Basic Operation Procedures

Explains basic operations like switching power, selecting output, and volume adjustment.

Temporary Sound Muting

How to temporarily mute the sound using the remote control.

Enhanced Bass and Woofer Features

EX. BASS and Super Woofer Adjustment

How to use EX. BASS and adjust the super woofer level.

Temporary Muting and Standby Mode

How to mute sound temporarily and explanation of standby mode.

CD Playback Operations

Loading Disc and Starting Playback

Instructions on how to load a disc and start playback.

Skipping and Stopping Tracks

How to skip tracks and stop CD playback.

CD Playback Navigation

Track Skipping and High-Speed Search

How to skip tracks and perform fast search during CD playback.

Selecting Tracks and Managing Playback

How to select specific tracks, pause, and view time information.

Cassette Tape Playback

Loading Tape and Starting Playback

Instructions for loading a cassette tape and starting playback.

Tape Winding, Stopping, and Mode Selection

How to wind tape, stop playback, select reverse mode, equalizer, and Dolby NR.

Tape Playback Features

Tape Winding and Reverse Mode

Explains tape winding and different reverse modes for tape playback.

Tape Transport Direction Indicators

Explains the indicators for tape transport direction.

Cassette Deck Playback Modes

Relay Play Functionality

Explains how relay play works between two cassette decks.

Tape Counter Usage Tips

Usage tips for the tape counter.

Desired Music Program Search (DPSS)

Broadcast Reception Guide

Station Presetting Methods

How to preset stations automatically or manually.

Band Selection and Tuning Modes

How to select broadcast bands and tuning modes.

Station Presetting Procedures

Automatic and Manual Presetting

Steps for automatic and manual station presetting.

Recalling Preset Stations

How to recall preset stations.

Tape Recording Operations

Tape Loading and Direction Selection

Instructions for loading a tape and selecting transport direction for recording.

Setting Recording Conditions

Setting reverse mode and Dolby NR for recording.

Tape Recording Controls

Pausing, Reverse Modes, and Noise Reduction

How to pause recording, select reverse modes, and use Dolby NR.

Selecting Source and Starting Recording

How to select the source and start the recording process.

CD to Tape Recording

Synchronized Recording from CD

Explains synchronized recording from CD to tape.

Beat Cancel and Display Mode Switching

How to reduce beat noise and switch sound level meter display.

Cassette Tape Dubbing

Loading Tapes and Selecting Dubbing Options

Loading tapes, selecting directions, and choosing dubbing options.

Starting and Stopping Tape Dubbing

Initiating and stopping the tape dubbing process.

CD Program Playback

Managing CD Program Play

Checking, Modifying, and Exiting Program Play

How to manage programmed tracks and exit program mode.

CD Repeated Playback Modes

Single Track and Disc Repeat

How to set repeat for a single track or an entire disc.

Stopping Repeated Playback

How to cancel all repeat modes.

CD Repeat Playback Options

Repeating All Discs or Programmed Tracks

How to set repeat playback for all discs or programmed tracks.

CD Random Playback

Random Playback Modes and Navigation

How to select random playback modes and navigate tracks.

Repeating and Cancelling Random Playback

How to set repeat for random playback and cancel it.

RDS (Radio Data System) Features

PTY Search and PS Display

How to search for stations by program type and display station names.

EON Functionality and RDS Notes

EON function, RDS notes, and display content switching.

Program Type (PTY) Search

Selecting PTY Search Mode and Program Type

How to enter PTY search mode and select desired program types.

Starting and Cancelling PTY Search

EON Function for Information Access

Auto Presetting and Information Selection

Steps for auto presetting stations and selecting desired information (TA, NEWS).

Receiving RDS Stations with EON

How to tune to RDS stations with EON enabled.

EON Information Waiting and TP Indicator

Waiting for Desired Information Broadcast

What happens when the desired information is broadcast.

TP Indicator and RDS Usage Notes

Meaning of TP indicator and waiting for info without EON.

Convenient CD Recording Methods

Recording Specific Tracks or Entire CDs

How to record specific tracks or entire CDs.

Recording Programmed Tracks and CD-TEXT

How to record programmed tracks and use CD-TEXT display.

CD One Track Recording Procedure

CD Direct Recording Procedure

CD Program Recording Procedure

Sound Adjustment: Balance Control

Sound Adjustment: Input Level Control

Tone and Sound Field Selection

Equalizer and 3D Surround Settings (XD-7 Series)

How to select equalizer patterns and 3D surround levels.

DSP Playback Mode (XD-6/8 Series)

Explains the DSP mode for creating reverberation effects.

Sound Playback Modes (XD-6/8 Series)

Surround Playback Indicators

Explains indicators for surround play modes.

Customizing Equalizer Patterns

Audio Options and Storage Management

How to access audio options and store custom equalizer patterns.

Adjusting Equalizer and 3D Surround Levels

How to adjust equalizer settings and 3D surround levels.

Surround Functionality Explained

Dolby Pro Logic, 3 Stereo, and Virtual Surround

Explains different Dolby surround modes for immersive audio.

Surround System Setup Configuration

Configuring Surround and Center Speakers

How to set up surround speakers and center speaker size.

Surround System Setup Details

Adjusting Delay Time and Volume Balance

How to adjust the delay time and volume balance for surround speakers.

Clock Adjustment Procedure

Setting the Clock Time

Instructions for setting the current time on the clock.

Displaying the Current Time

How to display the current time.

Timer Operations Overview

Sleep Timer and O.T.T. Timer Setup

How to set sleep timer and the Operate Easy To Use Timer (O.T.T.).

Timer Programming and Auto Power Save

Explains timer programming and the auto power save function.

Setting the O.T.T. Timer

Selecting Source, Options, and ON Time

How to select source, options, and set the ON time for O.T.T.

Timer Programming Procedures

Preparing for Timer Playback/Recording

Preparations for timer playback and recording.

Selecting Timer Operation and Source

How to select timer operation type and source.

Timer Programming: Frequency and Time Settings

Setting Timer Frequency and Time Ranges

How to select timer frequency and set ON/OFF times.

Auto Power Save Functionality

How to enable or disable the Auto Power Save feature.

Finalizing Timer Reservations

Important Items and Maintenance

Cleaning and Unit Maintenance Procedures

Instructions for cleaning heads and general unit maintenance.

Reference Information and Transportation

Information on condensation, cleaners, memory backup, and transportation.

Troubleshooting: System Issues

Resetting the Microcomputer

How to reset the microcomputer for malfunctions.

Receiver and Speaker Problem Diagnosis

Troubleshooting for sound, indicator, and reception problems.

Troubleshooting: Reception and Deck Issues

Preset Call, Demonstration, and Power Issues

Troubleshooting for preset call, demonstration, and power problems.

Cassette Deck Malfunction Diagnosis

Troubleshooting for cassette deck issues like no sound or operation errors.

Troubleshooting: Audio Distortion and Recording Failures

Audio Distortion and Noise Issues

Troubleshooting for distorted audio, noise, and vibrating sound.

Recording Failures and CD Player Problems

Troubleshooting for recording start failures and CD player problems.

Troubleshooting: Remote Control and General Operation

Remote Control and General Operation Issues

Troubleshooting for remote control and general operation key issues.

Specifications: XD-7 Series Components

Main Unit Specifications (XD-7 Series)

Technical specifications for the main unit of XD-7 series.

Speaker Specifications (XD-7 Series)

Technical specifications for the XD-7 series speakers.

Specifications: XD-6/8 Series Components

Main Unit Specifications (XD-6/8 Series)

Technical specifications for the main unit of XD-6/8 series.

Speaker System Specifications

Front Speaker Specifications (XD-6/8 Series)

Technical specifications for front speakers (XD-6/8 Series).

Surround and Center Speaker Specifications

Technical specifications for surround and center speakers.

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