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Kenwood XD-A700 User Manual

Kenwood XD-A700
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Kenwood XD-A700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenwood
ModelXD-A700
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Before Applying Power

Power Connection and Safety

Details on UK mains plug, voltage selection, and general safety precautions.

Special Features Overview

Sound Technologies and Display

Explanation of Dolby Pro Logic surround and the 3D Wide FL display.

User Interface and Operation

Details on the multi-control jog dial, CD player, demonstration, and accessories.

Disc and Tape Handling

Handling Precautions and Compatibility

Guidelines for handling discs and cassette tapes, including compatibility.

System Connection (XD-951/XD-A900)

Connecting Accessories and Troubleshooting

How to connect accessories, antennas, and reset microcomputer malfunctions.

System Connection Details

Antenna, Speaker, and Unit Placement

Guidelines for antenna, speaker setup, and unit ventilation.

System Connection (XD-A700)

Connecting Accessories and Troubleshooting

How to connect accessories for XD-A700 and reset microcomputer malfunctions.

System Connection Details (XD-A700)

Antenna, Speaker, and Unit Placement

Guidelines for antenna, speaker setup, and unit ventilation for XD-A700.

Surround Speaker Connection

Installation, Stabilizers, and Wall Mounting

Recommended installation, stabilizer use, and wall mounting for surround speakers.

Connection of Optional Parts

Connecting Antennas, AUX, Digital, and Woofer

How to connect FM antenna, AUX, digital output, and super woofer.

Controls and Indicators

Main Unit Controls and Display

Identification of main unit buttons, controls, and display indicators.

Remote Control Unit Operations

Remote Control Functions and Keys

Explanation of remote control buttons and their functions.

Display Indicators

Understanding Display Segments and Groupings

Explanation of display segments and categorized indicators.

Remote Control Unit

Detailed Button Functions

Detailed explanation of each button on the remote control.

Remote Control Operation

Battery Insertion and Basic Use

How to insert batteries and perform basic system operations.

CHANNEL SPACE Setting

How to adjust channel space settings for radio reception.

MULTI CONTROL Jog Dial

Jog Dial Usage and FM Reception Mode

How to use the jog dial and switch FM reception modes.

Basic Use Method

Power On, Output Selection, and Volume

How to turn on the unit, select sources, and adjust volume.

Sound Adjustment Features

Muting, Subwoofer, Bass, and Power Save

Adjusting muting, subwoofer, bass, and managing power save function.

Playback of CD

CD Loading, Playback, and Track Control

Steps for loading, starting, skipping, and stopping CD playback.

CD Playback Operations

Advanced CD Playback Controls

Using high-speed search, desired track playback, and pause/stop functions.

Playback of Tape

Tape Loading, Playback, and DOLBY NR

How to load, play tapes, select decks, and use DOLBY NR.

Tape Playback Operations

Tape Winding, Reverse Modes, and Indicators

Using tape winding, reverse modes, and understanding transport indicators.

Tape Playback Features

Relay Play and Tape Counter

How to use relay play and the tape counter functions.

Searching for Music Program (DPSS)

DPSS Operation Guide

How to use DPSS to find and play specific music programs on tape.

Receiving Broadcast Station

Tuning Stations and Preset Memory

How to tune stations and store them in preset memory.

Radio Tuning Modes

Auto and Manual Preset Tuning

How to automatically and manually preset radio stations.

Recording (Deck B only)

Tape Loading and Recording Conditions

Steps for loading tape and setting recording conditions like reverse mode.

Recording Operations

Source Selection and Starting Recording

How to select the audio source and begin recording.

Points in CD Recording

Synchronized CD Recording Function

How to perform synchronized recording from CD to tape.

Copying Tape (Tape Dubbing)

Tape Dubbing Procedures

Steps for selecting input, modes, transport directions, and starting/stopping dubbing.

Playback of CD

Program Playback of CD Tracks

How to create and play a custom sequence of CD tracks.

Programmed CD Playback

Managing Programmed Tracks

How to check, modify, and manage programmed CD tracks.

Repeated Playback

Setting Disc and Track Repeat Modes

How to set repeat playback for single discs, all discs, or tracks.

Repeat Playback Options

Repeating Single Tracks and Programs

How to repeat playback of single tracks or programmed track sequences.

Random Playback

Selecting and Controlling Random Play

How to select random play modes and control playback.

R.D.S. (Radio Data System)

Understanding RDS Features and Display

Explanation of RDS features like PTY, EON, and display modes.

Searching for Desired Program Type (PTY Search)

PTY Search and Program Type Selection

How to use PTY search and select program types using tables and keys.

PTY Search Operations

Initiating and Cancelling PTY Search

How to start the PTY search and cancel it during operation.

Listening to Desired Information (EON)

EON Function for Information and RDS Stations

How to use EON for information alerts and receive RDS stations.

EON Function Details

Waiting for Information and TP Indicator

What happens when waiting for broadcasts and the meaning of the TP indicator.

Convenient CD Recording

Overview of CD Recording Methods

Summary of different ways to record from CDs to tape.

Recording Only Desired Titles (CD ONE TRACK RECORD)

Track Recording Preparation and Start

Steps to prepare and start recording specific CD tracks.

Recording of an Entire CD (CD RECORD)

Full CD Recording Preparation and Start

Steps to prepare and start recording an entire CD.

CD EDIT Recording

Tape Length Preference Recording

How to set tape length and start edit recording for tape length preference.

Recording Programmed Titles (CD PGM RECORD)

Track Programming and Recording Start

How to program tracks and start recording the sequence.

Effective Sound Adjustment

Balance and Input Level Adjustment

How to adjust speaker balance and external input volume.

Listening with Desired Sound (Equalizer Function)

Equalizer Pattern Selection and Display

How to select equalizer patterns and switch display modes.

Equalizer Pattern Creation

Editing and Storing Custom Patterns

How to create, adjust, and save custom equalizer patterns.

Enjoying Sound Field Effects

SRS 3D Sound Experience

How to activate and adjust SRS 3D for immersive sound.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround Adjustment

Setting Surround Modes and Delay Time

How to set Dolby Pro Logic, center speaker mode, and delay time.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround Playback

Volume Balance and Playback Activation

How to adjust speaker volume balance and activate/cancel playback.

DOLBY 3 STEREO Adjustment

Mode Setting and Playback Control

How to set Dolby 3 Stereo, center speaker mode, and control playback.

DSP (Digital Signal Processor) Playback

DSP Mode Selection and Usage

How to select and apply different DSP sound environment modes.

Enjoying Karaoke

Microphone Connection and Level Adjustment

How to connect a microphone and balance music with vocals.

Clock Adjustment

Setting the Clock Time

Step-by-step guide to setting the correct time on the unit.

Timer Operation

Sleep Timer and Easy Timer Setup

How to set the sleep timer and easy timer (O.T.T.).

Timer Programming

Preparation and Time Setting

Steps to prepare for timer operations and set the ON time.

Timer Programming Details

Setting OFF Time, Mode, and Source

How to set OFF time, mode, and select input source for timer programming.

Timer Programming Operations

Program Number and Power Status Management

How to select program number and manage power status for timer programs.

Maintenance

Cleaning, Demagnetizing, and Memory Backup

Instructions for cleaning, demagnetizing, and understanding memory backup.

In Case of Difficulty

Resetting and Remote Control Troubleshooting

How to reset the microcomputer and solve remote control issues.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Cassette Deck, DPSS, and Sound Issues

Solutions for cassette deck, DPSS, distorted sound, and input problems.

Troubleshooting Recording and CD Playback

Recording, CD Player, and USA Safety Issues

Troubleshooting recording, CD playback, and USA safety/FCC warnings.

Specifications (XD-951/XD-A900)

Amplifier, Cassette, CD Player, and Speaker Specs

Technical details for amplifier, cassette, CD player, and speaker systems.

Specifications (XD-A700)

Main Unit and Speaker System Specifications

Technical details for the XD-A700 main unit and speaker systems.

Speaker System Specifications

Detailed Speaker Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for front, surround, and center speakers.

Model Compatibility and Features

Feature Availability and User Records

Table showing feature availability by model and section for user records.

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