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General| Brand | Kenwood |
|---|---|
| Model | XD-8551 |
| Category | Stereo System |
| Language | English |
Essential safety measures to prevent hazards during initial setup and operation.
Highlights advanced display and sound field technologies for an immersive audio experience.
Details convenient CD recording options and versatile timer functions for automated operation.
Guidelines for safe handling, cleaning, and storage of compact discs.
Important advice for using cassette tapes, including storage and tips for tape condition.
Detailed diagram for connecting amplifier, tuner, CD player, and cassette deck.
Instructions for connecting AM loop and FM indoor antennas for signal reception.
Illustrates connections for video decks, MD recorders, and monitors via audio/video cords.
Covers system control cord connection and optical fiber cable usage for digital audio.
Explains the purpose of various keys like EQ EFFECT, EX. BASS, TUNING, PTY, etc.
Details the meaning of indicators like Equalizer, Volume, CD-related, and Timer indicators.
Explains the purpose of various keys like EQ EFFECT, EX. BASS, TUNING, PTY, etc.
Details indicators for tuner operations, RDS, timers, characters, and volume/tone.
Details the ON/STANDBY key, SOURCE DIRECT, and INPUT key functions for operation.
Covers the VOLUME CONTROL knob and the N.B. CIRCUIT key for sound adjustment.
Explains controls like PUSH OPEN, Fast Forward/Rewind, DUBBING, and LEVEL ADJUST keys.
Details controls for recording (REC/ARM), playback modes (REV.MODE), and Dolby NR.
Details controls for loading discs, starting playback, stopping, and skipping tracks.
Explains functions like RANDOM, REPEAT, and Skip for varied playback experiences.
Details controls for disc selection, playback, fast forward/reverse, and track skipping.
Covers RANDOM, REPEAT, TWIN REC, and STOP/PLAY/PAUSE functions for the disc changer.
Details numeric keys for track selection and INPUT key for source selection.
Covers general operation keys, tape play, CD playback, and tone control keys like EQ and EX. BASS.
Instructions for inserting batteries and using the remote control for system power and playback.
Covers turning the system ON/OFF and selecting the desired audio source (CD, Tape, Broadcasts).
Explains how to adjust the system's volume using the control knob or remote.
Explains how to achieve purer sound with SOURCE DIRECT and enhance bass with N.B. CIRCUIT.
Describes the automatic power-saving function and the system's standby mode behavior.
Instructions for inserting a CD and initiating playback using the player's controls.
Covers skipping, fast search, pause/stop functions, and understanding the time display options.
Instructions for loading up to 6 discs and initiating playback on the DP-MH5.
Details how to select discs and specific tracks for playback, including navigating time displays.
Covers inserting a cassette and choosing between Deck A or Deck B for playback.
Explains how to initiate tape playback using the play keys.
Explains how to control tape winding and select reverse playback modes.
Describes the use of Dolby NR for noise reduction and understanding transport direction indicators.
Explains how to skip programs to find desired music tracks on a cassette tape.
Covers repeating a single program or rewinding the tape to the beginning for playback.
Instructions for selecting FM/AM bands and tuning to stations using auto or manual methods.
Details methods for automatically presetting stations and manually selecting preset numbers.
Covers loading a tape into deck B and setting the reverse mode and Dolby NR for recording.
Details the process of starting recording, pausing, and ending the recording session.
Guides users on choosing the audio source (CD, TUNER, AUX, MD) for recording.
Explains how to adjust the recording level and restart recording if necessary.
Step-by-step process for dubbing tapes, including selecting input, loading tapes, and starting the copy.
Details how to program desired tracks in a specific order for playback.
Covers adding, clearing, and checking programmed tracks, and canceling auto space.
Guides users on setting up repeat playback for an entire disc or selected programmed tracks.
Details how to select random playback mode for one CD or all discs, and how to cancel it.
Covers selecting discs and programming tracks for playback on the DP-MH5.
Guides on adding, clearing tracks, and using the auto space function for programmed playback.
Details setting up repeat playback for all discs or selected programmed tracks on the DP-MH5.
Guides on selecting random playback for one CD or all discs on the DP-MH5.
Introduces PTY search and EON functions that utilize RDS data for station identification and information.
Guides on using the PTY search mode and program type table to find specific genres.
Details using the EON function to receive traffic announcements, news, or information programs.
Explains A. ONE TOUCH EDIT (all titles) and B. ONE TOUCH EDIT (single title) recording.
Covers Program edit, Time edit, and Fade edit recording for customized CD to tape transfers.
Explains recording all tracks, single tracks, or selected tracks in a specific order.
Covers recording based on tape length and applying fade-in/out effects during recording.
Covers loading tape, setting direction, Dolby NR, selecting CD input, and starting the recording process.
Details selecting a track during CD playback and pressing O.T.E. key to record it.
Guides on entering disc and track numbers to create a custom recording sequence.
Explains setting tape length and entering disc conditions for time-based recording.
Instructions for checking programmed tracks and clearing edited contents using P.MODE or CLEAR keys.
Details the process of setting up fade-in and fade-out effects during tape recording from CD.
Guides on setting up twin recording for simultaneous CD to tape and MD transfer.
Details how to activate and adjust the SRS 3D system for a three-dimensional sound space.
Explains how to choose preset equalizer patterns or create custom ones.
Describes how to activate a demonstration mode to showcase sound adjustment features.
Details selecting frequency bands, adjusting levels, and storing custom equalizer settings.
Steps for adjusting the balance between left and right speaker volume.
Guide on setting input levels for external equipment like MD recorders or AUX devices.
Explains switching between dual display and character display formats.
Details how to select different spectrum analyzer display formats.
Instructions for activating clock adjustment mode and entering hour and minute values.
Details selecting source, setting ON time, and confirming O.T.T. timer activation.
Instructions for setting the sleep timer duration and canceling it.
Covers preparations for radio, CD, tape listening, and recording for timer functions.
Guides on selecting PROG.1, PROG.2, or both for timer operations.
Detailed steps for entering the ON and OFF times for timer programs.
Guides on selecting PLAY/AI for playback, REC for recording, and choosing the input source.
Instructions on how to check the programmed settings for PROG.1 and PROG.2.
Details on cleaning heads, capstan, pinch roller, and tape guides using cotton swabs.
Advice on cleaning the unit's exterior and warnings against using certain cleaning agents.
Explains how to handle condensation and what data is retained in memory backup.
Addresses issues like clock display, timer operation, radio reception, and noise interference.
Solutions for sound issues, no operation, DPSS malfunctions, CCRS not functioning, and recording problems.
Addresses no sound, PROTECT display, headphone issues, and remote control problems.
Solutions for CDs not playing, sound distortion, skips, and tray closing problems.
Details frequency ranges, sensitivity, power output, distortion, and dimensions.
Lists specifications for frequency response, signal-to-noise ratio, wow/flutter, and dimensions.
Provides specs for laser, D/A converters, audio section, and general dimensions for DP-H5/DP-MH5.
Lists specifications for LS-J6 and LS-H5 speakers, including enclosure, configuration, impedance, and dimensions.
