Kenwood DPC-MP922 User Manual - Page 4

Battery consumption display The following black-and white inverted mark will be displayed at the liquid crystal display's information display area when the batteries are running low. The timing for displaying the black-and white inverted marker for indicating the consumption level of the batteries will differ in accordance with the battery type. Battery type Rechargeable batteries Alkaline dry-cell batteries When both rechargeable batteries and alkaline dry-cell batteries are used together Timing for displaying the blackand white inverted marker When the remaining capacity of the batteries is low When approximately half of the battery life has been used When approximately half of the alkaline battery life has been used Action The power will be automatically switched off after a certain period of time. Recharge the batteries. Playback is possible while the display is blinking. Playback is possible while the display is blinking. Recharge the rechargeable batteries, or replace them with new batteries if alkaline batteries are in use. When the batteries run out, the power will be switched off automatically. Getting the best out of your player Precautions when using rechargeable batteries (NB-150 Nickel-Metal Hydrogen rechargeable batteries) ¶ Do not use any rechargeable batteries other than the ones specially required by the player. Failure to observe this may result in damage. ¶ Nickel-Metal Hydrogen rechargeable batteries are used with the player. Owing to the characteristics of these batteries, it is necessary to recharge them at least once every two months even when they have not been used. ¶ It is possible to recharge the batteries approximately 300 times. ¶ Replace the rechargeable batteries when the amount of time they can be used is minimal even after recharging (use NB-130 batteries sold separately.) ¶ A small amount of current will be consumed even when the power to the player is switched off. It is therefore recommended that the batteries are removed if the player will not be used for a long period of time. ¶ Place the rechargeable batteries in the battery carrying case supplied when carrying them around. There is a risk of the positive and negative poles being shorted if they come into contact with key holders or other metallic objects when carried in a pocket. The rechargeable batteries have a tendency to become warm when recharged and during use. This is not a defect. Ensure that the instruction manual supplied with rechargeable batteries is read thoroughly when purchased separately for models that do not include them. For rechargeable battery WARNING ¶ Use specified charger only. ¶ Do not disassemble or mutilate,may cause burns. ¶ Do not incinerate or heat,may cause burns,burst or release toxic materials. ¶ Do not short circuit,may cause burns. ¶ Keep away from children. Problems? There are cases where problems that appear to indicate a defect are in fact attributable to other causes. In this event, check the problem against the table below to ascertain what the trouble is. (There are cases where requests for service owing to problems attributable to the causes outlined in the table will be charged.) Symptom Nothing happens when the operation keys are pressed. Cause Recovery ¶ The HOLD switch on the ¶ Cancel the HOLD function. player or remote controller is set to HOLD. ¶ The batteries have run out. ¶ Replace both alkaline batter- ies, or recharge the re- chargeable batteries. ¶ The AC adapter or car battery ¶ Connect the adapter prop- adapter are not connected. erly. ¶ The format of the disc in use ¶ Create a disc in a format that is wrong, or it has not been can be used. finalized. Use only discs that have been correctly finalized. ¶ The wrong procedure has ¶ Perform the procedure for been performed for MODE playing back MP3 discs and key operations, or the WMA discs correctly. method of selecting the folder and file is incorrect. No sound is emitted from the headphones. ¶ The headphones have not ¶ Plug the headphones firmly been plugged in far enough. into the PHONES terminal. ¶ The volume has been turned ¶ Adjust the volume on the down on the player or re- player and remote controller. mote controller. The sound skips or breaks up. ¶ The D.A.S.C. function (sound ¶ Switch the D.A.S.C. function skip guard) is switched off. on. ¶ The power of the vibrations ¶ Place the player in a loca- exceeds the capabilities of tion with minimal vibrations. the D.A.S.C. function. ¶ The disc is soiled. ¶ Clean the disc. ¶ The lens is soiled. ¶ Clean the lens. ¶ The batteries are running ¶ Replace or recharge the bat- out. teries. White noise can be heard. ¶ The headphones plug is ¶ Clean the plug. soiled. ¶ The batteries are running ¶ Replace or recharge the bat- out. teries. ¶ The headphones have not ¶ Plug the headphones firmly been plugged in far enough. into the PHONES terminal. The batteries cannot ¶ Normal dry cell batteries are ¶ Replace the batteries in the be recharged. being used. player with the rechargeable batteries. * "no DISC" is displayed ¶ No disc is loaded. ¶ Load a disc that can be played back. ¶ The disc has been inserted ¶ Insert the disc with the label upside down. facing upwards. * "ERROR" is displayed ¶ The disc is abnormal. ¶ Replace with a disc that can (The disc cannot be read). be played back. * "no FILE" is displayed ¶ The disc does not contain ¶ Replace with a disc which the MP3 or WMA files. contains files that can be played back. * The power will be switched off automatically when an error is displayed. Caution: 1. This system uses a microcomputer, and there are cases where normal functioning will not be possible owing to noise from external sources and other noise forms. In this event, temporarily unplug the power cord or remove the batteries, and then try again. 2. There are cases where malfunctions will occur when the headphones are plugged in and unplugged. This is not a defect. 3. There are cases where it is not possible to play back media and files that have not been correctly saved. For the U.S.A. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety. KENWOOD CORPORATION 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO, HACHIOJI-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS NO. 21 CFR 1040.10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J. Location: Bottom Panel Connections Ensure that the power of all components is off before connecting the cord. Using the car battery adapter ¶ When the unit is not used, unplug the car battery adapter. (Otherwise, the car battery may run out, with some car models.) ¶ The plug may not match the cigar lighter socket of some car models. ¶ If the unit cannot be operated with the car battery adapter connected, suspect the possibility of a blown fuse. The fuse can be replaced by turning the electrode on the tip of the adapter plug. When replacing the fuse, be sure to use a fuse with a rating of 1 A. Car battery adapter (Cars with DC 12V battery only) ¶ Refer to the "Accessories" table. Connect to cigar lighter socket A A HOLD Listening through car audio CASSETTE ¶ If sound is not produced, change the tape playing direction of the car stereo. (Sound is not produced if the car stereo is set to play tape side B.) Insert into cassette deck slot. ¶ Audio reproduction may be impossible with the following type of car stereo. One-way models which have the play head on the left side. Models which function by detect- Car cassette adapter. ¶ Refer to the "Accessories" table. ing the tape tension. (With these car stereo models, the car cassette adapter is ejected automatically when it is inserted.) OPEN VOLUME REMOTE PHONES/LOINUET DC IN + _ Speakers with built-in amplifier VOLUME MIN MAX Before using the car cassette adapter ¶ This unit can be used exclusively with a KENWOOD portable CD player. ¶ The direction in which the cord comes out should be changed depending on the car stereo model. Read the following instructions carefully and correct the unit properly before use. Usable cassette slot types A B C A A (Factory setup) Maintenance Simple care Care of lens When the lens in the pick-up gets dirty, malfunctions including the impossibility of playback may occur. The lens should be cleaned using a commercially available camera lens blower, etc. Do not touch the lens to prevent damaging the mechanism. Also do not use a lens cleaner or disc cleaner product. Care of main unit When the unit gets dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is stained seriously, a moistened cloth can be used. Do not use benzine or thinner for these will damage the unit. Cleaning the plug Wipe the headphone plug with a soft cloth to keep it clean. A dirty plug may cause noise or malfunction. Caution on disc used Usable discs 8 cm single CDs can be played as they are; do not use a commercially-available single CD adapter. Handling Hold compact discs so that you do not touch the playing surface. Do not attach paper or tape to either the playing side or the label side of compact discs. Never play a cracked or warped disc. During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player. Therefore, to avoid danger, never use a cracked or deformed disc or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent. Cleaning If fingerprints or foreign matter become attached to the disc, lightly wipe the disc with a soft cotton cloth (or similar) from the center of the disc outwards in a radial manner. Storage When a disc is not to be played for a long period of time, remove it from the CD player and store it in its case. Precaution against condensation Immediately after a room is heated or in a room with high humidity (or vapor), the unit may malfunction due to the condensation of dew or mist on the pick-up lens. In such a case, leave the unit for about an hour before trying to use it again. Caution of hearing (For U.S.A.) We Want You LISTENING For A Lifetime Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion - and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. To establish a safe level: ¶ Start your volume control at a low setting. ¶ Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion. Once you have established a comfortable sound level: ¶ Set the dial and leave it there. Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime. We Want You Listening For A Lifetime Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection. Level Example 30 dB 40 dB 50 dB 60 dB 70 dB 80 dB Quiet library, soft whispers Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet. THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE 90 dB Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower 100 dB Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill 120 dB Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap 140 dB Gunshot blast, jet plane 180 dB Rocket launching pad Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation. DPC-MP727/MP922(EN)2