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KRC-208S
KRC-218
KRC-28MR
CASSETTE RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AMPLI-TUNER-LECTEUR DE CASSETTE
MODE D'EMPLOI
RADIO CASETE
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
RADIO CASSETE
MANUAL DE INSTRUÇÕES
Take the time to read through this instruction manual.
Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best
performance from your new cassette-receiver.
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 KENWOOD dealer for information or service on the product.
Model KRC-208S/218/28MR Serial number
© B64-1538-00 (KW)
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Page 1: Instruction Manual
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 KENWOOD dealer for information or service on the product. Model KRC-208S/218/28MR Serial number... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Before use Safety precautions ...3 General features Power...5 Switching Modes ...5 Volume ...6 Attenuator ...6 Loudness ...6 Audio Control Setting ...6 ec4/dB(Sound Coordinate) ...7 Clock display ...7 Adjusting Time ...7 Theft Deterrent Faceplate ...8 Tuner features Tuning ...9 Station Preset Memory ...9 Auto Memory Entry...9 Cleam Reception System Circuit (CRSC) ...10 Cassette player features... -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
• If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange smells, turn off the power immediately and consult your Kenwood dealer. • Make sure not to get your fingers caught between the faceplate and the unit. - Page 4 Kenwood dealer. • If the unit does not seem to be working right, try pressing the reset button first. If that does not solve the problem, consult your Kenwood dealer. 4 0 W x 4 0 W x 4...
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Page 5: General Features
Each time you press the SRC (source) button, the mode switches as follows: Tuner mode Tape mode External disc control mode (KRC-208S/28MR only) Standby mode Selecting standby mode: Press the SRC button repeatedly and switch to "OFF" . When "OFF" is displayed, the standby mode is activated. -
Page 6: Volume
General features Volume Increasing Volume: Press the u button to turn up the volume. Decreasing Volume: Press the d button to turn down the volume. Attenuator This function allows you to turn down the volume quickly. Turning Attenuator On/Off: Press the ATT button to switch the attenuator on and off. When the attenuator is on, the ATT indicator blinks. -
Page 7: Ec4/Db(Sound Coordinate)
"FAD" : Adjust the fader level. Setting values: Front 15 – Rear 15 ec4/dB (Sound Coordinate) You can recall the best audio setting preset for different types of the music. Press the AUD button to enter the Sound Coordinate mode. Press a preset button (#1-5). -
Page 8: Theft Deterrent Faceplate
General features Theft Deterrent Faceplate The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft. Release button Removing the Faceplate: Press the release button. The faceplate is unlocked, allowing you to detach it. NOTE •... -
Page 9: Tuning
Tuning You can choose between auto seek tuning of receivable frequencies and manual tuning. Press the SRC (source) button repeatedly to select the tuner mode. "TUuE" is displayed when the tuner mode has been selected. Press either the FM or AM button to select the band. Each time you press the FM button, the band switches between FM1, FM2, and FM3 (which are used for groups of preset stations). -
Page 10: Cleam Reception System Circuit (Crsc)
Tuner features Clean Reception System Circuit (CRSC) Temporarily have reception switched from stereo to mono to reduce multi-path noise when listening to the FM station. The factory default for this function is ON. Turning CRSC On/Off: 4 0 W x 4 Press the CRSC button for at least one second to turn the function on/off. -
Page 11: Playing Cassette Tapes
Playing Cassette Tapes Loading and Playing Cassettes: Load a cassette with the tape exposed on the right. The tape starts playing automatically. With side A facing up, the 3 indicator lights up when side A is playing, and 2 when side B is playing. Playing Cassettes Already Loaded: Press the SRC (source) button repeatedly to select the tape mode. -
Page 12: External Disc Control Features
External disc control features Function of the KRC-208S/KRC-28MR 4 0 W x 4 0 W x 4 HIGH POWER AUTO LOUD SCAN TC/D.SCN M.RDM SCAN M.RDM D.SCN Track number Disc number SCN indicator When the disc changer with the O-N selection switch is connected, set the switch to "N"... -
Page 13: Track Search
Reversing Disc Play: Hold down on the 4 button. Release your finger to play the disc at the point. NOTE You cannot use reverse play between tracks depending on the model being connected. Instead, the reverse play function is canceled when it reaches the beginning of a track, at which point normal play will automatically resume. -
Page 14: Track Scan
External disc control features Function of the KRC-208S/KRC-28MR Track Scan Successively play the beginning of each track on a disc until you find the track that you want to listen to. Starting the Track Scan : Press the SCAN button. The SCN indicator lights up and the first 10 seconds of each track will be played, in order. - Page 15 To change the track being heard, press the ¢ button. Another disc/track will be selected and played. NOTE • Magazine random play is canceled when you eject the disc. • The time needed for random selection depends on the number of discs loaded in the disc magazine.
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Page 16: Accessories
...2 ...1 ...4 ...4 ...1 (KRC-208S / 218 only) 2CAUTION The use of any accessories except for those provided might result in damage to the unit. Make sure only to use the accessories shipped with the unit, as shown above. -
Page 17: Connecting Wires To Terminals
Connecting Wires to Terminals KENWOOD disc changer control input (KRC-208S / 28MR only) NOTE To connect the Disc changer, consult your Disc changer manual. Connect either to the power control terminal when using the optional power amplifier, or to the antenna control terminal in P.CONT... -
Page 18: Installation
Installation Installation Firewall or metal support Accessory4 Self-tapping Accessory2 Metal mounting screw strap (commercially available) NOTE Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip). Installing in Japanese-Made Cars Refer to the section “Removing the hard rubber frame (P.19)”... - Page 19 Installation Removing the hard rubber frame Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the two locks on the lower level. Lower the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure. Lock Accessory3 Removal tool When the lower level is removed, remove the upper two locations.
- Page 20 Installation Screwing the Faceplate on the Unit (KRC-208S / 218 only) If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off, screw in the provided screw (ø4 × 16 mm) in the hole shown below.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide What might seem to be a malfunction in your unit may just be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring. Before calling service, first check the following table for possible problems. PROBLEM The power does not turn on. The fuse has blown. - Page 22 Troubleshooting Guide External disc control mode PROBLEM The disc control mode cannot No wire has been connected to the disc changer input be selected. terminal on the unit. The specified disc does not The specified CD is quite dirty. play, but another one plays The CD is upside-down.
- Page 23 Troubleshooting Guide The following messages are displayed when certain problems are occurring in your system. Take the recommended actions. No disc magazine has been loaded in the changer. The disc magazine is not completely loaded. E-01 ] Load the disc magazine properly. No CD in the unit.
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Page 24: Specifications
Specifications Specifications subject to change without notice. FM tuner section Frequency range (200 kHz space) ...87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 30dB)...9.3dBf (0.8 µV/75 Ω) Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 50dB) ...15.2dBf (1.6 µV/75 Ω) Frequency response (±3.0 dB) ...30 Hz – 15 kHz Signal to Noise ratio (MONO) ...70 dB Selectivity (±400 kHz) ...≥...