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MINIDISC PERSONAL STEREO SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
B60-4535-10 01 MA (M) AP 9909
MDX-F1
DIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACT
COMPACT


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MDX-F1 (EN)
2
Preparation
section
Before applying power
Before applying power
The marking is located on the rear panel and says that the compo-
nent uses laser beams that have been classified as Class 1. It means
that the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker class. There
is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
Safety precautions
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.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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 ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
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
LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
CAUTION
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Contents


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Preparation
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MDX-F1 (EN)
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Before applying power
Contents
Preparation section
Operation
Knowledge section
Before applying power .............................. 2
Safety precautions ........................................................... 2
Special features ................................................................ 4
System connection........................................... 5
Controls and indicators ................................... 6
Main unit ............................................................................. 6
Display ................................................................................ 7
Operation of remote control unit ................... 8
Setting the current time .................................. 9
Important Items ............................................... 48
Maintenance .................................................................... 48
Reference ......................................................................... 49
Handling of discs ............................................................ 50
Notes on cassette tape .................................................. 51
SCMS (Serial Copy Management System) ................. 51
In case of difficulty ........................................ 52
Specifications ........................................... 56
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Let's put out some sound............................... 10
Basic use method ............................................................ 10
Listening through headphones ..................................... 10
Adjusting the bass and treble ....................................... 11
AUTO POWER SAVE function ........................................ 12
Playback of CD................................................ 13
Listening in the desired sequence
(program playback) ................................................... 15
Repeated playback ......................................................... 16
Listening to an unexpected title sequence
(random playback) .................................................... 17
Playback of Mini Disc ................................... 18
Searching a desired track by its title
(TITLE SEARCH).......................................................... 20
Title display ...................................................................... 21
Listening in the desired sequence
(program playback) ................................................... 22
Repeated playback ......................................................... 23
Playback of tape ............................................. 24
To wind tape at high speed ........................................... 25
To stop playback ............................................................. 25
Selection of reverse mode ............................................ 25
Selection of TAPE EQ. .................................................... 25
Receiving broadcast station ........................ 26
Presetting radio stations automatically
(auto preset) ............................................................... 27
One-by-one presetting (manual preset) ..................... 27
Let's recording ................................................ 28
Recording on MD ............................................................ 28
Recording on TAPE .......................................................... 30
Convenient Recording Methods .................. 32
One-touch recording (CD
=MD/ CD=TAPE) ............ 32
Program recording (CD
=MD/CD =TAPE) ............... 33
Program recording (MD
=TAPE) ................................. 34
MD Edit Functions .......................................... 35
Assigning a title to a disc or track .............................. 35
Changing or deleting a title .......................................... 37
Moving several tracks at a time (QUICK MOVE) ....... 38
Moving a single track (TRACK MOVE) ........................ 39
Dividing a track (TRACK DIVIDE) ................................. 40
Combining two tracks (TRACK COMBINE) ................ 41
Erasing a single track (TRACK ERASE) or
erasing all tracks on a disc (ALL ERASE) ............ 42
Timer operation............................................... 44
Setting the O.T.T. timer ................................................... 44
Setting the Program Timer ............................................ 45
Execution and cancellation of timer ...............................
47
Sleep timer (SLEEP) ........................................................ 47


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MDX-F1 (EN)
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Preparation
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Before applying power
CD player and auto-reverse cassette deck as standard equipment
A CD player and auto-reverse cassette deck are also provided in addition the MD recorder, making the unit an
integrated minidisc personal stereo system for enjoyment of multiple music sources.
Special features
An MD recorder is equipment
An MD recorder with high digital sound quality is equipment. Digital copying from a CD is also easy. This
recorder has many functions like recording and display of names for discs and titles, changing the sequence of
tracks, etc.
Convenient Recording Methods
Various versatile recording functions are provided according to the use purposes.
÷One-touch recording : Recording of one CD or one track by pressing a single key
÷Program recording
: Any desired tracks can be recorded in the desired sequence
Wake-up timer(O.T.T.) : Timer operates only once.
Two-program timer : Timer playback, timer recording and AI timer playback can be programmed.
÷ AI timer: An Artificial Intelligence increases the volume gradually after the power is turned on by the timer.
Sleep timer : Power turns off automatically when the set time has elapsed. Convenient for sleeping while listening to
music, for example.
Convenient timer functions
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost.
Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. 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 consignee (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 packing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Accessories
Power cord (1)
Loop antenna (1)
Remote control unit (1)
R6/SUM-3 batteries
for remote (2)
Please confirm that the following accessories are present.
DEMO OFF (To cancel demonstration):
Press the "SET/Demo" key when DEMO is ON.
DEMO ON (To execute demonstration):
After turning power ON, press and hold the
SET/Demo key (for more than 2 seconds) (In stop mode
of CD,MD or TAPE).
In regard to demonstration
This unit is equipped with a demonstration func-
tion. The demonstration consists of sequential
change of display and indicators showing the op-
erations, but the audio itself does not change. The
demonstration function can be cancelled as fol-
lows.
÷ Even when DEMO is ON, stations with weak radio waves are muted and their sound cannot be heard.
÷ This operates automatically when a power failure has occurred or the plug of the power cable has been pulled while
the power was ON. Cancellation is possible by pressing the key during the demonstration.
Dem
o
SET
Even when the power is off (STANDBY mode), pressing any of the CD
6, MD 6, TAPE ` key or TUNER FM/
AM key turns the system on and starts playback (reception) of the source.
One-touch operation function
AC plug adaptor (1)
÷ Power cord differ depending on the country and sales area.
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Preparation
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MDX-F1 (EN)
Controls and indicators
Contents
FM 75
AM
GND
AC IN
ANTENNA
10mm
10mm
FM 75
AM
GND
ANTENNA
PHONES
AC IN
System connection
AM loop antenna
The supplied antenna is for indoor use. Place
it as far as possible from the main system, TV
set and power cord, and set it to a direction
which provides the best reception.
POWER cord
TO WALL AC
OUTLET
CAUTION Note on Connection
Connect the components as shown in the diagram.
Only plug the power cord into a power outlet once
connections are completed.
Malfunction of microcomputer
If operation is not possible or er-
roneous display appears even
though all connections have been
made properly, reset the micro-
computer referring to "In case of
difficulty".
W
1
2
3
FM outdoor antenna
(separately available in audio stores)
When the receiving condition is poor, lay a coaxial cable
from the antenna to indoors and connect to the FM
75
terminals.
1.Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be
produced or noise may interfere.
2.It is dangerous to install the outdoor antenna by yourself. Please have your dealer or a specialist install it.
3.When this unit is installed too close to a TV, color irregularities may be produced on the TV screen.
Notes
Notes
FM rod antenna
Extendandorientinthedirectionpro-
viding the best receiving condition.
Connecting stereo mini-plug headphones
(separately available in audio stores)
Unplug the headphones from the PHONES jack
when listening through speakers.
Assembling the
antenna
Connecting an an-
tenna wire