MICRO HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
B60-5276-08 00 C
(K, T) OC 0204
HD-7
HD-7/EN
2
Preparation
Units are designed for operation as follows.
U.S.A. and Canada ............................. AC 120 V only
Europe and U.K. ................................. AC 230 V only
For the United Kingdom
Factory fitted moulded mains plug
1. The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement,
use only a 3-Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse.
2. The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the
fuse in the moulded plug.
3. Do not cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points
in your home or the cable is too short to reach a
power point, then obtain an appropriate safety ap-
proved extension lead or adapter, or consult your
dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the
fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a
possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to
the mains supply.
IMPORTANT : The wires in the mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Blue
: Neutral
Brown : Live
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a
three-pin plug.
Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EX-
POSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS IN-
TENDED 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 ELECTRIC 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) IN-
STRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
CAUTION
Before applying power
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
The marking of this product has been classified as Class 1. It means
that there is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the product.
Location: Back panel
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
HD-7/EN
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Preparation
Special features
Before applying power
Playback of CD-R/RW discs
The CD player is capable of playing both CD-R and CD-RW music discs, which have been
recorded on a CD recorder.
"Linear T.R.A.I.T." (for Europe and U.K.), "K-STAT" (for USA)
power transistors
Kenwood's amplifiers now feature Linear T.R.A.I.T., the world's first power transistor with
built-in temperature detection and compensation circuitry. This advanced technology as-
sures minimal distortion across all frequencies and gives an excellent three-dimensional
sonic image.
High-performance 24-bit D.R.I.V.E. II
Kenwood's innovative high-resolution 24-bit D.R.I.V.E. II technology features two types
of low pass filter that removes quantization distortion.
The result is an exceptionally pure and detailed sound from the loudest notes to the most
subtle of harmonics.
HD-7/EN
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Preparation
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all the accessories are present.
If any accessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If the unit
was shipped to you directly, notify your shipper immediately. Kenwood recommends that you retain the original carton
and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency
energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment
may cause harmful interference unless the modifica-
tions are expressly approved in the instruction manual.
The user could lose the authority to operate this equip-
ment if an unauthorized change or modification is
made.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence in a residential installation. This equipment may
cause harmful interference to radio communications, if
it is not installed and used in accordance with the in-
structions. However, there is no guarantee that inter-
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turn-
ing the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is con-
nected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV
technician for help.
FCC WARNING
For the U.S.A.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of pro-
cedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
In compliance with Federal Regulations, the following are
reproductions of labels on, or inside the product relating
to laser product safety.
KENWOOD CORPORATION
2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI,
HACHIOJI-SHI,
TOKYO, JAPAN
KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT
CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS NO. 21
CFR 1040.10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.
Location: Back Panel
For the U.S.A.
CAUTION
FM indoor antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote control unit (1)
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
Accessories
Before applying power
Speaker cords (2)
(provided in the speaker package)
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Contents
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
Before applying power
Before applying power ........................................ 2
Safety precautions ................................................. 2
Special features ........................................................... 3
Accessories .................................................................. 4
Contents ......................................................................... 5
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS...................................... 6
System connections ..................................................8
Connection of accessory antennas ......................... 8
Connection of FM outdoor antenna ......................... 9
Connection of the speaker system ........................... 9
Connection of a subwoofer
(sold separately) ................................................... 10
Connection of a cassette deck
(sold separately) ................................................... 10
Connection to an external source
(audio equipment) ................................................ 11
Controls and indicators ........................................... 12
Main unit ...................................................................... 12
Display .......................................................................... 13
Remote control unit ................................................... 14
Operation of remote control unit ........................... 15
Basic use method ..................................................... 16
Adjusting the tone ...................................................... 18
Playback of CD ......................................................... 20
Receiving broadcast station .................................. 22
Channel space setting ............................................... 23
RDS (Radio Data System) (For U.K. and Europe) ........ 25
Listening to an AUX/TAPE input soarce............... 28
Various CD playback features ............................... 30
Listening to the desired sequence (program
playback) .............................................................. 30
Repeated playback .................................................... 32
Listening in random order (random mode) ............ 33
Setting auto power save (A.P.S.) ............................. 34
Adjusting the brightness of the display part
(DIMMER) .............................................................. 34
Clock adjustment .....................................................35
Timer operation ........................................................36
Sleep timer (SLEEP) ................................................... 36
Setting the timer program (PROG. TIMER) ............. 37
Important Items ......................................................... 40
Maintenance ............................................................... 40
Reference .................................................................... 40
In case of difficulty .................................................. 42
Specifications ...........................................................44
Preparation section
Basic section
Application section
Knowledge sections
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner,
Kenwood Corporation has deter-
mined that this products meets the
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for
energy efficiency. This product can save energy.
Saving energy reduces air pollution and lowers utility
bills.