COMPACT HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM
K-501USB
Read the opposite side for
the "Operating Procedures".
Read Before Use
B60-5655-00 00 MA (E,X) BT 0607
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14.Replacement Parts – When replacement parts
are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer
or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
6. Power Sources – This product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the
product. If you are not sure of the type of power supply
to your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company.
7.
– Polarization – This product may
CAUTION
15.Safety Check – Upon completion of any service
or repairs to this product, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.
be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.
16.Wall or Ceiling Mounting – This product
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
17.Heat – This product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products that produce heat. Do not
place a flaming object, such as a candle or lantern,
or near the product.
8. Power Cord Protection – Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the product.
18.Power Lines – An outside antenna system
should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits,
or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.
9. Lightning – For added protection for this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
10.Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets,
extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as
this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
19.Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.
11.Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of
any kind into this product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
12.Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA
GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
13.Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product,
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
GROUND CLAMPS
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance – this indicates a need for service.
g) If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected.
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMP
EQUIPMENT
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Notes:
1. Item 7 is not required except for grounded or
polarized equipment.
2. Item 19 complies with UL in the U.S.A.
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (applicable for
EU countries that have adopted separate
waste collection systems)
Products with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin)
cannot be disposed as household waste.
Old electrical and electronic equipment should be
recycled at a facility capable of handling
these items and their waste byproducts.
Contact your local authority for details in
locating a recycle facility nearest to you.
Proper recycling and waste disposal will
help conserve resources whilst preventing
detrimental effects on our health and the environment.
Contents (For "Read Before Use")
To ensure safety, read the items carrying
this marking carefully.
Before applying power...............................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................2
Accessories/Associated Products .................................................................6
Installation ............................................................................................................7
Connections.........................................................................................................8
Controls, Connectors and Indicators........................................................ 12
Additional Information.................................................................................. 16
Before Recording............................................................................................. 19
Folders and Music Files ................................................................................. 20
How to Use This Volume "Operating Procedures"............................... 22
Basic Operation................................................................................................ 24
Care and Storage............................................................................................. 26
Specifications.................................................................................................... 27
Accessories/Associated Products
Check that all accessories are present in the package.
AM loop antenna
(x 1)
FM indoor antenna
(x 1)
Remote control unit
(RC-F0508E x 1)
Remote control
batteries
(R03 x 2)
Speaker cords
(2 m x 2)
Packaged together with speakers
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.
Associated Products
as of Sep. 2006
Connect to USB connector
for recording and playback
Connect to D.AUDIO IN
connector for playback.
Insert into the memory
card slot for recording
music.
Kenwood
Digital Memory
Audio Player
Kenwood
Digital HDD
Audio Player
Memory Card
(SD Card)
M1GC7
HD20GA7
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Installation
Install this system as shown below.
Installation Method
Main unit
Place the left and right speakers correctly. If
they are placed in wrong locations, the left and
right audio cannot be reproduced correctly.
Place the main unit by leaving a space of at
least 1 cm from each speaker.
Always install the system on a level, stable
surface. If the system is installed on a bench
or desktop, be sure to check its strength
before installation.
The magnetism from the speakers may
cause color irregularities on a nearby TV or
PC screen. Always install the speakers at a
distance from a TV or PC.
Left speaker
Right speaker
CAUTION
Observe the following cautions when
installing the system. Insufficient heat
radiation may build up internal heat and
cause a malfunction or fire hazard.
Do not place an object that may hinder
heat radiation on the system.
Leave the spaces specified below
around the cabinets of the main unit.
Top panel: 50 cm or more
Back panel: 10 cm or more
Install the system so that the power outlet is
easily accessible from the user, and unplug
the power cord from the power outlet
immediately in case of a trouble.
Note that the power supply to the system is
not shut down completely by simply setting
the power key to OFF.
To shut down the power supply completely,
it is required to unplug the power cord.
To improve the audio effects
The audio is variable depending on how the speakers are installed. Ensure the following points to enjoy music with
higher quality.
Make the environments around the left and right speakers as equal as possible. Also reduce the sound reflections in
these environments as low as possible.
(For example, install the left and right speakers at distances from the walls and hang a thick curtain on glass windows.)
Place the left and right speakers at a large distance between each other.
Place the left and right speakers on the same height as the ears of the listener.
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Connections
Connecting the main unit and accessories
Connec t ever y connec tion cord firmly.
Incomplete insertion may cause loss of audio
output or generation of noise.
Caution for connection
FM indoor antenna
Do not plug the power cord into the power
outlet until all other connections are completed.
Before unplugging a connected cord or cable, be
sure to set the power key to OFF and unplug the
power cord from the power outlet in advance.
The provided FM antenna is a
simplified one for indoor use,
intended for temporary use. To
receive FM stations stably, it is
recommended to use an outdoor
antenna (commercially available).
Remove the simplified antenna after
connecting the outdoor antenna.
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Connect the antenna to the antenna terminal.
1
If the system does not work properly or the display
shows wrong information even when correct
connections are made, refer to page 71 of the
“Operating Procedures”to take proper measure.
2
Find the antenna location that offers best
reception.
Fix the antenna in the found location.
3
Connecting a speaker
cord to the speaker
Treatment of the speaker cord extremities
Twist and remove the vinyl
coating on the extremity
of each speaker cord. Also,
apply the same treatment to
the antenna cord extremities.
Connecting a speaker cord to the main unit
LS-K501 R
(Right speaker)
White line on transparent coating
Caution for speaker cord connection
Be careful not to short-circuit the + and – conductors of
the speaker cord.
If the speaker cord is connected by inverting the + and
– polarity, the reproduced audio will be unnatural with
unclear positioning of musical instruments.
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AM loop antenna
The provided AM antenna is an indoor
antenna. Install it as apart as possible
from the main unit, TV set, speaker
cords and power cord and orient it in
the direction that offers best reception
condition.
Fit into the groove.
Connecting a antenna cord
to the main unit
LS-K501 L
(Left speaker)
White line on
transparent coating
Power Cord
AC Power Cord
To AC wall outlet
Insert the power plug all the way into
the power outlet.
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Connections
Connecting Associated Products (Commercially Available)
Before connecting associated system products,
be sure to read their instruction manuals.
D.AUDIO IN connector
Connect every connection cord firmly.
Connect a Kenwood digital
Incomplete insertion may cause loss of audio
audio player ( separately
output or generation of noise.
available HD20GA7 or M1GC7).
Co n n e c t i n g i t u s i n g t h e
dedicated cable makes it
Caution for connection
possible to control it from the
main unit or remote control
unit (Refer to page 10 of the
“Operating Procedures”.)
Set the main unit in the standby mode
before connecting any associated product
to it and do not set the power key to ON
until all connections are completed.
Before unplugging a connected cord or
cable, be sure to set the power key to OFF
and unplug the power cord from the power
outlet in advance.
USB mode
Storage
Player
*
C e r t a i n m o d e l s
display the USB
connection mode
selection menu. In
this case, select the
“Storage”mode.
USB connector
Connect a Kenwood digital memory audio player
(separately available M1GC7) or other USB mass
storage class-compatible digital audio player.
PHONES jack
Connect headphones (separately available)
equipped with a stereo mini-plug.
* With certain models, it takes a certain period
before the connection is recognized.
Caution for USB connection
Do not connect a component other than
a USB mass storage class-compatible
digital audio player to the USB connector.
Kenwood will not assume any liabilities for
the malfunction, damage or loss of data
that may result from connection of other
kind of component.
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FM outdoor antenna
Use a 75-Ω coaxial cable, lead it indoors and
connect to the FM 75 Ω terminal. Remove the
simplified FM indoor antenna after connecting
the outdoor antenna.
Caution for outdoor antenna installation
Memory card slot
Since antenna installation necessitates skill
and experience, always consult your dealer
before installation. The antenna should
be placed at a distance from the power
distribution wires. Otherwise, an electric
shock accident may occur if the antenna
falls down.
Insert a memory card (separately
available).
(Refer to page 53 of the “Operating
Procedures”.)
R
L
AUX IN jacks
Connect to audio autput of an
auxiliary component such as a VCR
or a turntable incorporating an
RIAA equalizer amplifier (separately
available P-110).
D.AUDIO OUT (ANALOG) jack
SUB WOOFER PRE OUT jack
Connect a digital audio player with
direct encoding capability using a
commercially cord with stereo mini
plugs. Note that the D.AUDIO OUT jack
outputs an analog signal.
Connect the powered subwoofer
(separately available SW-40HT, etc.).
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Controls, Connectors and Indicators
The display design mentioned in the following
text may differ from the actual design
Display
20
2 3
1
4
5
6
19
18
17
15
16
7
14
13
12 11 10
9
8
Character information display
13 Recording progress indicator
1
The indicator segments show the progress of recording.
Available operation key indicators
The indicators light to indicate the MULTI CONTROL keys that
can currently be pressed for editing or selection operation.
2
14
Record mode-related indicators (Refer to
page 56 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
The indicators light to indicate the modes of
recording in the USB audio player and memory card.
Timer indicator (Refer to page 46 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
The indicator lights up when the timer is activated.
3
MUTE indicator (See page 24.)
The indicator lights during audio muting.
15
D.AUDIO indicator
The indicator lights when a Kenwood digital audio
player is connected through the dedicated cable.
4
Play/record/pause indicators
16
Sound setup indicator (Refer to page 18
of the “Operating Procedures”.)
5
Record setup indicators (Refer to page 57 of
the “Operating Procedures”.)
17
The indicator lights when the sound setup is enabled.
The indicators light according to the recording speed and input settings.
Music file type indicators
An indicator lights up according to the type
(compression format) of the music file being played.
6
7
8
18 RDS-related indicators (See page 24, 25.)
: Lights in SETUP or TOOL operation.
19
: Lights when a folder in a USB audio player or
memory card is selected.
Source operation indicators
The indicators for the connected (inserted) audio
input source or recording condition light or blink.
: Lights when a music file in a USB audio player or
memory card is selected
REC REMAIN indicator (Refer to page 54
20
Selection cursors
of the “Operating Procedures”.)
The indicator lights when the remaining
recording time is being displayed.
Either cursor lights to indicate the character
information being selected.
9
Tuner and time-related indicators (Refer to
pages 20 and 54 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Demonstration function
This system incorporates a demonstration function (display only). In the
demonstration mode, the lighting operation indicators vary in sequence
but this variation is accompanied with no change in played audio.
10 O.T.E. (One-Touch Edit) recording indicator (Refer
to pages 26 to 29 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
The indicator lights during O.T.E. recording.
To cancel (switching demonstration off)
11 Mode-related indicators (Refer to pages
6 to 15 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
One of the indicators light according to the selected mode.
: Repeat play mode
SETUP/DEMO
Press during
demonstration.
To start (switching demonstration on)
: Random play mode
: Folder mode
: Program mode
SETUP/DEMO
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds
while the system power is ON.
* The demonstration is switched on automatically when a
power failure occurs or the power cord is unplugged or
plugged in again while the system power is ON.
A.P.S. (Auto Power Save) indicator (Refer
to page 68 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
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Main unit
2
3
5
1
4
CD
TUNER/BAND
SETUP/DEMO
6
VOLUME
MEMORY
USB
MULTI CONTOROL
16
INPUT
SELECTOR
STOP
[AUTO/MONO]
7
8
CD MEMORY
O.T.E.
CD USB
O.T.E.
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PHONE
IN
15
14 13 12 11 10
Power key (See page 25.)
D.AUDIO IN connector (Refer to page 10 of the
1
10
“Operating Procedures”.)
Connect a Kenwood digital audio player using
the dedicated cable.
Press to switch the power of the system ON/OFF
(standby mode).
Standby/timer indicator
The indicator lights when the system power is
set to the standby mode.
Red lighting: Ordinary standby mode
Amber lighting: Timer standby mode
Headphones jack (See page 10.)
Connect headphones (separately available) equipped
with a stereo mini-plug.
11
12 INPUT SELECTOR key
CD tray (See page 25.)
Place a CD on the tray.
2
3
4
(Refer to pages 9 to 11 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to select the source for D.AUDIO or AUX.
CD open/close key (See page 25.)
Press to open or close the CD tray.
13
VOLUME control knob (See page 28.)
Press to adjust the listening volume. Turning the
knob clockwise increase the volume and turning it
counterclockwise decreases the volume.
SET UP/DEMO key
Press to set up the system of this unit.
(Refer to page 42 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press or hold to switch demonstration on/off. (See page 12.)
14
Remote control sensor (See page 15.)
USB connector (See page 10.)
Connect a USB audio player.
15
5
Play/pause keys (Refer to pages 6~ of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to start or let pause the playback of each audio input source.
16
MULTI CONTROL knob
TUNER/BAND key (Refer to page 20 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to select the tuner source.
Also, press to select the radio-broadcasting band
6
Press to select music, music file or broadcasting station.
Use during playback to fast forward or fast reverse it.
Use during setting to select and enter an item.
STOP [AUTO/MONO] key
7
Standby mode
Press to stop playback or recording. (Refer to page 6~ the
“Operating Procedures”.)
When the standby/timer indicator is lit, a small amount of
power is supplied to the system to back up the memory. This
status is referred to as the standby mode. During this mode,
the system can be switched OFF from the remote control unit.
Press during a setup to stop it in the middle.
When the tuner source is selected, press to select the auto or
manual tuning. (Refer to page 21 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press in the standby mode to display the current time for 5
seconds. (Refer to page 69 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
One-touch operation function
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CD USB O.T.E. key
The system incorporates the convenient one-touch
operation function. When the system is in standby mode,
(Refer to page 26 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to start O.T.E. recording of a CD.
pressing one of the keys
switches the system ON. If
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CD MEMORY O.T.E. key
(Refer to page 28 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to start O.T.E. recording of a CD.
a disc is loaded in the selected audio input source, its
playback also starts at the same time.
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Controls, Connectors and Indicators
The keys having the same names as the keys on the main unit
Remote Control unit
function in the same way as the main unit keys with the same times.
1
Power key (See page 25.)
Press to switch the power of the system ON/OFF (standby mode).
2
DIMMER key (Refer to page 66 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
31
30
Press to adjust the display brightness
PTY key (Refer to page 25 of the “Operating
Procedures”.)
Press to enter PTY mode.
3
1
29
28
2
3
4
4
DISPLAY/CHARAC. key (Refer to pages 38
and 54 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to display a title, broadcasting station name or time.
Press during character input to switch the character group.
5
6
7
5
TIME DISP. key (Refer to pages 54 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to switch the time display information.
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6
CLEAR key (Refer to pages 25, 39 and 57 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to clear a track during program play mode.
Also, press to clear a preset station.
Press during character input to clear a character.
8
9
7
FLAT key (Refer to page 19 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to cancel temporarily the TONE, D-BASS and
MANUAL EQ setups.
26
25
24
8
9
Tone setting keys (Refer to page 18 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to switch the TONE, D-BASS, MANUAL EQ or SPRM setup.
10
SET UP key (Refer to page 42~ of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to set up the system of this unit.
11
12
10
VOLUME keys (See page 24.)
Press to adjust the listening volume. Pressing the upper key increases
the volume and pressing the lower key decreases the volume.
23
22
13
11
MUTE key (See page 24.)
21
20
14
15
Press to mute the audio temporarily.
STOP [AUTO/MONO] key
12
Press to stop playback or recording. (Refer to page 6~ of the
“Operating Procedures”.) Press during a setup to stop it in the
middle. When the tuner source is selected, press to select the auto
or manual tuning. (Refer to page 21 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press in the standby mode to display the current time for 5 seconds.
(Refer to page 69 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
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18
16
17
13
TUNING key (Refer to page 7 to 21 of the
“Operating Procedures”)
Press to fast forward or fast reverse music.
When the tuner source is selected, press to select a
broadcasting station.
14
D.AUDIO play/pause key
Press to start or let pause the playback of the Kenwood digital
audio player connected to the D.AUDIO IN connector using the
dedicated cable. (Refer to page 10 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
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Operation
TIMER key (Refer to page 46 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to activate or deactivate the timer.
15
Plug the power cord of the system to a power outlet
and press the power key on the remote control unit
to turn the system ON.
After the system is switched ON, press the desired
operation key.
16 INTRO SCAN key (Refer to page 16 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to start the Intro Scan of all music files or the
files in the selected folder.
17 P.MODE key (Refer to pages 6, 14 and 16 of
the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to select the play mode (all-track play mode, folder
play mode or program play mode).
REPEAT key (Refer to page 13 of the
18
“Operating Procedures”.)
Approx.
6m
Press to start repeat playback.
19
RANDOM key (Refer to page 12 of the
“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to start random playback.
30°
30°
20 TUNER [FM/AM] key (Refer to page 20 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to select FM or AM.
21 AUX key (Refer to page 9 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to select AUX.
The system may malfunction if the remote control
sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or the light of
a fluorescent lamp with high-frequency lighting
system (inverter system, etc.).In this case, change
the system installation to prevent malfunction.
22
P.CALL key (Refer to page 7 to 20 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to skip music. When the tuner source is
selected, press to select a broadcasting station.
23 Play/pause key (Refer to page 6~ of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to start or let pause the playback of each audio input source.
24
RETURN key
Press during setting or editing to return to the
previous item or previous display page.
Loading batteries in the remote control unit
When the remote control batteries are exhausted,
replace them with a pair of new R03 batteries.
25
MULTI CONTROL keys
Press to select music, music file or broadcasting station.
Use during playback to fast forward or fast reverse it.
Use during setting to select and enter an item.
1
Remove the battery cover
26
TOOL key
Press during editing.
27
Numeric keys/character input keys
2
Replace the batteries with
new R03 batteries
Press to select a title. (Refer to page 7~ of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to input a title. (Refer to page 38 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
* Insert batteries with
correct polarity.
28 O.T.E. key (Refer to page 26 to 29 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to start O.T.E. recording of a CD.
29 MEMORY USB key
3
Close the battery cover
(Refer to page 30 of the“Operating Procedures”.)
Press to start transfer of music files from the memory
card to the USB audio player.
30 MEMORY REC key
Press to start recording on the memory card.
(Refer to page 32 to 35 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
The provided batteries are intended for use in
checking operations and their life may be shorter
than usual.
31 SLEEP key(Refer to page 47 of the “Operating Procedures”.)
Press to set the sleep timer.
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Additional Information
Media Usable With This System
Medium
Icon on this system
Note
Do not connect a component other than a USB mass storage class-
compatible digital audio player to the USB connector. Kenwood will
not assume any liabilities for the malfunction, damage or loss of
data that may result from connection of other kind of component.
Kenwood Digital
Audio Player
USB
USB mass storage class-
compatible
digital audio player
A memory card of 32 MB to 2 GB can be used. It is recommended to
use a memory card with 5 MB/S or more transfer speed.
SD memory card
miniSDTM card
Memory
Card
A SDHC card (4 GB or more) cannot be used.
A multimedia card (MMC) cannot be used.
A special adapter is required for using a miniSDTM card.
Playback of a disc not compliant with the CD standard, such as a
copy controlled CD, is not guaranteed.
Commercially available
music CD
A CD-R or CD-RW that has been recorded in the CD-DA format and
finalized after recording can be played back.
Certain CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be playable on this system depending on
the equipment used for recording, the recording condition or the type of disc.
CD
A CD-R or CD-RW that
has been recorded in
the CD-DA format
SD logo is a trademark.
miniSDTM is a trademark of the SD Association.
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Handling of USB Device and Memory Card (SD Card)
Handling precautions
Usable USB devices
Be sure to read the instruction manuals provided with
each USB device or memory card.
The following restrictions are applicable to the type and
operating method of the USB device.
This system is not provided with a USB device and memory
card. Please purchase a commercially available product.
(See page 10.)
The USB device should be USB mass storage class
compatible.
For whether each USB device is compatible with the
USB mass storage class, consult its manufacturer.
This system is compatible with USB 2.0. (Full speed).
The maximum current drain should be no more than
“500 mA”.
It is not permitted to connect a USB device through a USB hub.
The data saved in the USB device or memory card may be
lost depending on the usage conditions. Kenwood will not
assume any liabilities for the damage incurred due to loss
of saved data.
If a USB device other than specified above is used, the
music files may be unable to be played correctly. Also,
note that even a USB device complying with the above
specifications may be unable to play certain music files
depending on the type or condition of the music files.
Playable data
This system can play back data in the MP3 and WMA
formats.
It cannot play data recorded in the SD audio format.
Approximate recording capacity of USB devices and memory card
Record mode
HQ
SQ
MP3: Bit rate ………… 32 to 320 kbps
Sampling frequency … 8 to 48 kHz
(192 kbps)
(128 kbps)
Memory Capacity
32 MB
Approx. 20 minutes Approx. 30 minutes
WMA: Bit rate ………… 64 to 384 kbps (WMA9 compliant)
Sampling frequency … 8 to 48 kHz
64 MB
Approx. 40 minutes
Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes
Approx. 2 hours 40 minutes
Approx. 5 hours 20 minutes
Approx. 1 hour
Approx. 2 hours
Approx. 4 hours
Approx. 8 hours
128 MB
256 MB
512 MB
1 GB
Recording and editing
This system records data in the USB device or memory
card using the WMA format.
Approx. 10 hours 40 minutes Approx. 16 hours
Approx. 21 hours 20 minutes Approx. 32 hours
2 GB
To protect precious data…
For the recording modes, refer to page 56 of the“Operating
Procedures”.
Do not vibration the system or USB device, take out the
memory card, disconnect the USB device or unplug
the power cord in the middle of recording or editing.
Otherwise, the data in the USB device or memory device
and the USB device or memory card may become
unusable.
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Additional Information
Handling of CD
Handling precautions
Cautions on CD discs
Hold a CD taking care not to touch the played surface.
Always use a disc carrying the
marking.
Discs playable on the system
A disc without this marking may be unable to be played
back correctly.
This system can play back a CD (12 cm, 8 cm), CD-R, CD-
RW or the audio part of a CD-EXTRA disc.
The disc rotates at a high speed during playback. Never
use a cracked, chipped or greatly warped disc. Otherwise,
damage or malfunction of the player may result.
Also, do not use a disc with a non-circular shape as this
may result in malfunction.
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs
If the CD-R or CD-RW disc in use has a printable label
surface, the disc may be unable to be taken out of the
system due to sticking of the label surface. To prevent
malfunction of the system, do not use such a disc.
Memory Backup
The setups in the system are backed up for about a day even after the power cord has been unplugged from the power
outlet. The backed-up setups are as follows.
Input selection
Volume setting
Balance setting
Input level setting
Tuner setups
Preset stations
Tuning mode
(Auto/manual)
Recording setups
Record mode
Recording speed
Auto marking setting
TEXT COPY setting
Recording level setting
Track mark setting
Receiving band
D-BASS, MANUAL EQ and
SPRM function settings
Receiving frequency
Timer settings
DIMMER setting
A.P.S. (Auto Power Save)
setting
Caution for Transport or Movement
Before transporting or moving the system, prepare it as described below.
1
Disconnect the USB audio player and take out the memory card and CD.
2
Press the play/pause keys for the memory card and CD and confirm that message “NO CARD” or
“NO DISC”is displayed
3
Wait a while, and then turn the system OFF.
4
If an external component is connected, confirm that it is turned OFF and then unplug
the connection cable.
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Before Recording
Recordable and Non-Recordable Sources
Recording
Destination
Digital audio player
connected to D.AUDIO
OUT jack
USB audio player
Memory card
Recording
Source
USB audio player
Memory Card
CD
×
*1
Kenwood digital audio
player connected to
D.AUDIO IN
×
Radio
×
×
External component
(connected to AUX)
: Digital recording possible
: Analog recording in normal recording speed only × : Not possible recording
*1 : Recording of music from the memory card to the USB audio player has the same effect as moving the music
files from the former to the latter.
Recording in USB Audio Player or Memory Card
Folders and music files
Number of folders and music files that can be handled with the system
Every time recording of music files is started, a new folder
is created automatically in the KWD folder and the music
files are stored in the new folder. The created folder and
files are numbered automatically.
The maximum number of folder is 200.
A USB audio player or memory card cannot record more
than 200 folders.
See page 20 for details.
The maximum number of music files is 1000
within the recording capacity.
A USB audio player or memory card cannot record more
than 1000 music files even when there is remaining
recording capacity in it.
Copyright Information
Materials recorded from broadcasting, discs or other recorded
materials (music tapes, karaoke tapes, etc.) are protected by the
copy right just like the verses and melodies of songs.
The materials you record cannot be used
without permission of their copyright owners
except for personal use.
The copyright law prescribes that the permission from the
copyright owners is required to sell, distribute, transfer or lend
the materials recorded from the above recorded materials or to
use them on a commercial basis (including background music in
shops, etc.).
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Folders and Music Files
With this system, the music data recorded in a USB audio player or memory card is
referred to as a “music file”.
The music files are saved in locations called the “folders”.
A folder is created every time music files are recorded in the USB audio player or
memory card to store the recorded music files in it.
Data layout in USB audio player and
memory card
Represents
a folder.
When selecting a folder or music file, press the MULTI
CONTROL keys by referring to the following chart.
AL_A01
(They can also be selected with the MULTI CONTROL knob
on the main unit.)
Represents a
music file.
TR001.WMA
KWD
AL_A01
TR001.WMA
Move using
left/right keys.
Move using
left/right keys.
Select a music file
Move using
up/down keys.
and press
,
KWD folder
*
Created automatically
in the first recording
in a USB audio player
or memory card.
TR002.WMA
Move using
up/down keys.
it will be played.
Hereafter all of the
recorded music files
and created folders
are placed under the
KWD folder.
TR011.WMA
AL_A02
TR001.WMA
TR002.WMA
TR003.WMA
TR004.WMA
Move using
left/right keys.
Move using
up/down keys.
Move using
up/down keys.
AL_A03
* FXXX shows a music file order. It manages automatically by
the number by the order of the row of the folder and the
order of the row of a music file. Playback can be started with
any music file by selecting it with numeric keys on the remote
control unit. (Refer to page 7 of the "Operating Procedures".)
Example)
To select F007:
To select F102
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M aximum numbers of
folders and music files
handled by the KWD folder
The recorded music files and folders accommodating them are
numbered automatically. These number can later be modified.
Folder …………… 200
Music files ……… 1000
Numbers assigned to folders: AL_A01…AL_A99…
…AL_Z99
TR001.WMA,
Numbers assigned to music files:
For the maximum numbers
of folders and music files
handled by the KWD folder,
refer to page 51 of the
“Operating Procedures”.
TR002.WMA……
This system records data in the USB device or memory card using
the WMA format.
When music is recorded from this system to
USB audio player or memory card
Data layout in USB audio player and
memory card
Example:
When a CD is recorded:
AL_A01 folder
is automatically
created.
KWD
AL_A01
Track 1
Track 2
TR001.WMA
TR002.WMA
Track 11
TR011.WMA
Data layout in USB audio player and
memory card
AL_A01 folder
created in previous
recording.
When tracks selected
from another CD is
recorded in the same
memory card:
KWD
AL_A01
AL_A02 folder is
newly created.
AL_A02
Track 3
Track 5
Track 8
Track 9
TR001.WMA
TR002.WMA
TR003.WMA
TR004.WMA
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How to Use This Volume “Operating Procedures”
Operation-target audio sources
USB audio player
connected to the
USB connector
Memory card
inserted in the
main unit
CD
Kenwood digital audio
player connected to the
D.AUDIO IN connector
Auxiliary component
connected to the AUX
IN connector
Radio
Recording Music from Kenwood Digital Audio
Player
Memory card only
Select the D.AUDIO source.
1
Preparations
Connect a Kenwood digital audio player
to the D.AUDIO IN connector. (Refer to
page 10 of "Read Before Use".)
Preparations before operation
Prepare recording.
2
Make sure that the memory card is in
stop mode.
* Correct operation may not
be possible without correct
preparations.
Let playback pause
temporarily.
1
If
is lit,
press the RANDOM key to cancel the
random play mode.
*
The section“Preparations”does not
mention how to load a CD, insert
a memory card or connect the
system components. For details,
refer to "Connections" on page 8
or "Basic Operation" on page 24.
Select the music file to be recorded.
Playback pauses at the beginning of the selected music file.
2
* Do not connect a USB audio player during
recording, as this will stop the recording.
*
* To change the record mode setup,
see pages 56 to 61.
* When the dedicated cable is used, the Kenwood digital
audio player can be controlled from the main unit or
remote control unit.
* If the dedicated cable is not used for the connection,
prepare recording on the connected Kenwood digital
audio player.
*
Certain pages show the specific
preparation procedures in place of
the illustration below showing the
remote control unit and main unit.
Enter record-pause mode.
3
The memory card is put
to record-pause mode.
Keys for use in operation from
the remote control unit
* A message [Don't remove
MEMORY CARD] is scrolled.
* Certain pages do not show
this illustration.
To stop recording
To let recording pause
temporarily
or
Keys for use in operation from
the main unit
*
To resume recording, press the
same key again. Note that
a
new
* Certain pages do not show
this illustration.
music file is created at this time.
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These are the operating procedures.
Indicates a step using the
Indicates a step using the
main unit. Press the main
unit keys to perform this
operation.
remote control unit. Press
the remote control unit keys
to perform this operation.
* Steps with which both
and
are shown can be performed
using either the remote control unit or main unit.
Display during or after each
operation
The text represents the characters
displayed as the character information
on the display by enclosing them in [ ].
Dividing music during recording
Start recording.
4
5
During recording from the TUNER,
AUX or D.AUDIO source to a memory
Press the MEMORY
REC key again to enter
record mode.
card, the recorded music file can be
divided into multiple music files by
manually entering a track mark (music
division mark). Each press of the key
or knob creates a new music file from
that point.
* A message [Don't remove
MEMORY CARD] is scrolled.
Example: Select [INTRO SCAN].
Press at the point you
want to divide the music.
* The display illustrations in this manual
have been drawn exclusively for use
in explanation. They may differ from
the actual views of the display.
* The track marks can
also be entered
automatically. (See
page 59.)
Start playback of the Kenwood
digital audio player.
If the audio recorded is distorted
or too low
*
If the dedicated cable is not used for the
connection, start playback on the connected
Kenwood digital audio player.
Adjust the recording level. (See page 58.)
Supplementary tips on
operations
If the memory card contains a folder named AL_Z90
or higher, a message [CHECK REFRESH] is displayed
and recording cannot be started. In this case, it
is required to rearrange the folders by means of
refreshing. (See page 52.)
Hint
When recording completes:
When the memory card becomes
full before completion of recording:
Items and operations related
to the above operation
The memory card stops and a message
[DATA WRITING] is displayed.
A message [STOP REC No Capacity]
is displayed. Erase the unnecessary
music files before retrying recording
from the beginning. (See page 36.)
*
Do not switch the system OFF or apply shock or
vibration to it while [DATA WRITING] is displayed.
*
If the power to the system is shut off before [DATA
WRITING] disappears, the recorded data will be lost.
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Basic Operation
Preparations
Install the system in a proper location.
(See page 7.)
Inserting a memory card
Check the connections.
(See pages 8 to 11.)
Press the bottom edge of the
memory card slot to open the
cover.
1
Prepare the remote control unit.
(See page 15.)
Insert a memory card.
2
Close the memory card slot
cover.
* Be sure to set the system to the
standby mode in advance. For
details, refer to page 53 of the
“Operating Procedures”.
3
Be careful of orientation!
Hold and insert the card
so that the labeled side
faces down and the cut
corner comes on the left.
1
2
3
3
Adjusting the volume
Muting the audio temporarily
Decreases
volume
Increases
volume
Increases
volume
To cancel muting
Decreases
volume
Press the MUTE key again
(to return to the previous volume
level).
Adjust in the range from 0 to 40 (max.).
* Turning the knob quickly (on the main unit) or
holding a key depressed (on the remote control
unit) accelerates the volume variation speed.
Adjust the volume.
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Turn the system ON (OFF).
1
2
* Pressing the play/pause key of the desired audio
input source also turns the system ON (One-
touch operation function). (See page 13.)
* Pressing the power key while the system is ON
switches it OFF (standby mode).
Load a disc.
Open the tray.
1
Press the CD
open/close key.
2
Place a CD on the tray.
Place a CD with label
side up.
Close the tray.
3
Play music.
3
Press the play/pause
key of the desired audio
source.
* For details, refer to the
description on playback of
each audio source in the
“Operating Procedures”.
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Care and Storage
Care and storage of main unit
Care and storage of SD card
Before storing the SD card
Do not place in the following locations.
Place exposed to direct sunlight.
Always store the SD card in its case.
Place subjected to excessive humidity or dirt.
Place exposed to direct heat from heating equipment.
Avoid locations with a very high temperature
(such as a place exposed to direct sunlight) or high
humidity.
Be careful against condensation
When a SD card becomes dirty
When the difference in temperatures between the
main unit and the environmental air is large, dew may
be condensed inside the main unit and may cause
malfunction of the main unit. If this happens, leave the
main unit for a few hours until its internal mechanisms
are dried up.
Take special care against condensation when the main
unit is moved between places with a large temperature
difference or into a room with high humidity.
Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Do not use lacquer thinner, benzine or alcohol.
Other cautions
Do not attempt to open or modify a card.
Do not peel off the label from the card.
Do not attach a label or sticker on the card.
Do not touch the metallic terminals on the back side
with a hand or metallic object.
When a main unit becomes dirty
When the front panel or case gets dirty, wipe with a soft
dry cloth. Do not use lacquer thinner, benzine, alcohol
or contact revitalizer for these chemicals will cause
discoloration or deformation.
Caution for disposal/transfer of memory card
“Initialization” or “deletion” of the card using this
system or a PC simply modifies the file management
information and does not erase the data in the
memory card completely. Before disposal or transfer
of a memory card, it is recommended to destroy the
memory card physically or to destroy the data in it
completely by using commercially available PC data
destruction software.
Care and storage of CD
Before storing the CD
When the main unit is not to be used for a long period,
take out the CD and store in the case.
The data in the memory card should be managed on
the user’s own responsibility.
When a CD becomes dirty
When a disc is contaminated with fingerprints or
other stains, wipe gently in the radial direction using
a soft dry cloth.
Do not use an analog disk cleaner, lacquer thinner,
benzine or alcohol.
Do not use a disc accessory (stabilizer, protective
sheet, protective ring, etc.) or lens cleaner.
Other cautions
Do not write letters on a CD using a pencil or
ballpoint pen.
Do not use a CD if the sticker or label on it is peeled
off or bond is overflowed around the sticker or label.
Do not stick a sheet of paper, sticker or label on a CD.
Care and storage of USB device
Be sure to read the instruction manuals provided with
each USB device.
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Specifications
Main unit (RD-K501USB)
[Amplifier block]
[CD player block]
Effective output power during STEREO operation (1 kHz,
10%, T.H.D., at 6 Ω)
..................................................................................20 W + 20 W (RMS)
Total harmonic distortion .....................................................0.025%
(1 kHz, 10 W, 6 Ω, 30 kHz LPF)
Laser................................................................... Semiconductor laser
D/A converter ..................................................................................1 bit
Oversampling .............................................................8 fs (352.8 kHz)
Frequency response ..................................................20 Hz~20 kHz
Wow & flutter ............................................Below measurable limit
D-BASS (+10)...............................................+9.0 dB (60 Hz, Vol. 30)
Input (Sensitivity/impedance)
LINE (AUX)....................... 350 mV / 22 kΩ (Max INPUT LEVEL)
LINE (D. AUDIO) ............ 350 mV / 10 kΩ (Max INPUT LEVEL)
Output (Level/Impedance)
PRE OUT (D. AUDIO) ...................................900 mV/10 kΩ (HIGH)
..............................................................................550 mV/10 kΩ (LOW)
SUB WOOFER PREOUT...................................................1.6 V/10 kΩ
[Tuner block]
FM tuner
Tuning frequency range...........................87.5 MHz~108 MHz
AM tuner
Tuning frequency range........................... 531 kHz~1,602 kHz
[Power supply and other blocks]
[USB block]
Power consumption.....................................................................73 W
Standby power consumption....................................0.4 W or less
Dimensions............................................... Width 240 mm (9-7/16")
Height 121.5 mm (4-13/16")
Depth 361 mm (14-3/16")
Weight (net) .................................................................5.3 kg (11.7 lb)
Usable USB device ......................................USB Mass strage class
Interface......................USB 2.0 (Full speed) USB 1.1 compatible
File system ..................................................................... FAT 12/16/32
Recording format
WMA SQ ......................................128 kbps/44.1 kHz STEREO
HQ .....................................192 kbps/44.1 kHz STEREO
Playing format
MP3
Sampling frequency ..................................... 8~48 kHz
Bit rate (CBR/VBR *) ................................ 32~320 kbps
Speakers (LS-K501)
WMA (WMA9 compliant, DRM non-correspondence)
Sampling frequency ..................................... 8~48 kHz
Enclosure............................................................. Bass-Refrex system
Speaker unit configuration
Bit rate (CBR/VBR *) ................................ 64~384 kbps
Woofer ............................................................. 100 mm cone type
Tweeter......................................... 25 mm balanced dome type
Impedance..........................................................................................6 Ω
Power handling capacity............................................................20 W
Dimensions................................................. Width 140 mm (5-1/2")
Height 260 mm (10-1/4")
ID3 tag..............................................................Non-correspondence
Maximum numbers of folders ....................................................200
Maximum folder hierarchical number....................................... 10
Maximum numbers of files....................................................... 1000
Maximum current drain........................................................500 mA
Depth 209 mm (8-1/4")
Weight (net) .....................................................2.2 kg (4.9 lb) (1 pcs)
[Memory card block]
Usable memory card.............. SD memory card, miniSDTM card
Usable memory card capacity ...................................32 MB~2 GB
File system ..................................................................... FAT 12/16/32
Recording format
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Full performance is not guaranteed in extremely cold
environments (under water-freezing temperatures).
WMA SQ ......................................128 kbps/44.1 kHz STEREO
HQ .....................................192 kbps/44.1 kHz STEREO
Playing format
MP3
Sampling frequency ..................................... 8~48 kHz
Bit rate (CBR/VBR *) ................................ 32~320 kbps
WMA (WMA9 compliant, DRM non-correspondence)
Sampling frequency ..................................... 8~48 kHz
Bit rate (CBR/VBR *) ................................ 64~384 kbps
ID3 tag..............................................................Non-correspondence
Maximum numbers of folders ....................................................200
Maximum folder hierarchical number....................................... 10
Maximum numbers of files....................................................... 1000
For your records
Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the
spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided
below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call
upon your dealer for information or service on this product.
* The audio data of VBR may become beyond the limits
of the bit rate the above-mentioned, and may not be
playable on this system.
Model
Serial Number
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