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- Page 1 KRC-659R KRC-559R CASSETTE RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL © B64-1149-00 (EW)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Before use Safety precautions ...3 Buttons and Display Basic operations...5 Tuner features...5 RDS features...6 Cassette player features ...6 Disc control features ...7 Other features...7 Remote control ...8 Basic operations Power...9 Switching Mode ...9 Volume ...9 Loudness ...9 Attenuator ...9 Menu System ...10 Tuner features Selecting Tuning Mode ...11... -
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 • If you experience problems during installation, consult your 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. KRC-659R PROG/PTY...
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Page 5: Buttons And Display
Buttons and Display Basic operations d uA T T KRC-659R LOUD SCAN B.S/RDM T.C/D.SCN MTL/M.RDM ATT / LOUD for KRC-659R LOUD indicator ATT indicator for KRC-559R ATT indicator LOUD indicator Tuner features ¢ SRC / PWR OFF PROG/PTY DISC MW/LW... -
Page 6: Rds Features
RDS features 38 / KRC-659R LOUD SCAN B.S/RDM T.C/D.SCN MTL/M.RDM VOL ADJ #1~6 TI / VOL ADJ for KRC-659R TI indicator TA indicator LOUD TEXT indicator ™indicator TP indicator for KRC-559R TA indicator NEWS indicator LOUD TI indicator TP indicator... -
Page 7: Disc Control Features
DISC+ KRC-659R LOUD SCAN B.S/RDM T.C/D.SCN MTL/M.RDM VOL ADJ D.SCN SCAN M.RDM MENU for KRC-659R Direct inputted track number/ Track number Disc number LOUD TEXT indicator Mode display for KRC-559R Direct inputted track number/ Track number Direct inputted disc number... -
Page 8: Remote Control
Buttons and Display Remote control #0~9 TUNE ¢ TUNER TRACK TAPE – TUNE – TRACK DIRECT CD·MD DNPP – TUNE TRACK VOL. PROG – – DISC DISC REMOTE CONTROL UNIT DISC Optional TUNER TAPE DIRECT ¥ MD CH DNPP PROG —... -
Page 9: Basic Operations Power
Basic operations (See page 5) Power Turning on the power: Press the SRC button. NOTE Turn the power on before carrying out the following procedures. Turning off the power: Hold down the PWR OFF button for one second or more. Switching Modes Switching Modes: Each time you press the SRC button, the mode switches as... -
Page 10: Menu System
— 10 — Varieties of settings for each function (display) CLK OFF mode entered) SYNC OFF DSI OFF COL AMB GRAP OFF (KRC-659R Only) BEEP OFF NEWS ##M LO.S ON AUTO2 MANUAL AF OFF REG OFF ATPS OFF MONO ON... -
Page 11: Tuner Features
Tuner features (See page 5) Selecting Tuning Mode You can choose from three tuning modes: auto seek, preset station seek, and manual. The “AUTO1” indicator lights up when auto seek tuning is selected, and the “AUTO2” indicator lights when preset station seek tuning is selected. Hold down the MENU button for one second or more. -
Page 12: Local Seek Function
Tuner features (See page 5) Local Seek Function With the local seek function turned on, auto seek tuning skips stations with relatively poor reception. Turning Local Seek Function On/Off: Hold down the MENU button for one second or more. "MENU" is displayed and the menu mode is turned on. Press the ¢... -
Page 13: Direct Access Tuning
Recalling a Preset Station: Press the preset station button (#1-6) for the desired station. The number of the recalled station is displayed. NOTE • When the AF function is turned on whilst auto memory entry takes place, only RDS stations (i.e., stations with RDS capability) are stored. -
Page 14: Preset Station Seek With Programme Service
Tuner features (See page 5) Function of remote control with DNPP button (See page 8) Preset station seek with Programme service name You can search for the preset station with Programme Service name. Press the DNPP button on the remote control. “SNP PLAY”... -
Page 15: Af (Alternative Frequency) Function
AF (Alternative Frequency) Function When poor reception is experienced, automatically switch to another frequency broadcasting the same programme in the same RDS network with better reception. The ™ indicator lights up when the AF function is turned Turning AF Function On/Off: Hold down the MENU button for one second or more. -
Page 16: Traffic Information Function
RDS features (See page 6) Traffic Information Function You can listen to traffic information. If you are listening to tapes or discs, they will continue playing until a traffic bulletin is broadcast. Turning TI function On/Off: Press the TI button to turn the function on and off. When the function is on, the TI indicator is turned on. -
Page 17: Presetting Volume For Traffic Information/News
Presetting Volume for Traffic Information/News Preset the volume level to be used for traffic information and news broadcasts. Tune into the station for which you want to set the volume. Adjust the volume to the desired level. Hold down the VOL ADJ button for two seconds or more. The volume level blinks once in the display to indicate that the data has been stored. -
Page 18: Programme Type (Pty) Function
RDS features (See page 6) Programme Type (PTY) Function Conduct auto seek tuning only on those stations with selected kinds of programmes. Press the 38(PTY) button. "PTY" is displayed and the Programme Type Selection (PTY) Mode entered. If you make no key input in 30 seconds, the mode will automatically turn off. -
Page 19: Cassette Player Features
Cassette player features (See page 6) Playing Cassette Tapes Loading and Playing Cassettes: A press of the release button results in the faceplate dropping open to the front, thereby exposing the cassette insertion slot. Holding the cassette with the tape exposed to the right, insert it in the slot. -
Page 20: Using Dolby B Nr (Noise Reduction)
Cassette player features (See page 6) Function of the KRC-659R Using Dolby B NR (Noise Reduction) Listen to tapes recorded using the Dolby B NR system. Turning Dolby NR On/Off: Press the B NR button to switch Dolby B NR on and off. -
Page 21: Disc Control Features
Disc control features (See page 7) 7 When a unit equipped with an O-N switch is to be connected, please also see the instruction manual of this unit. Set the O-N switch to "N". "N"-operation will be set. 7 When a unit that is not equipped with an O-N switch, or the changer switching unit "KCA-S200"... -
Page 22: Fast Forwarding And Reversing Disc Play
Disc control features (See page 7) Fast Forwarding and Reversing Disc Play Fast Forwarding Disc Play: Hold down on the ¢ button. Release your finger to play the disc at that point. Reversing Disc Play: Hold down on the 4 button. Release your finger to play the disc at the point. -
Page 23: Track / Disc Repeat Function
Track / Disc Repeat Function Repeat playing the current track or disc. Turning Repeat Play Function On/Off: Press the REP button to switch the repeat play function on and off as follows : Track Repeat ON Disc Repeat ON Track/Disc Repeat OFF The track number blinks in the display when the track repeat function is on. -
Page 24: Disc Scan Function
Disc control features (See page 7) Disc Scan Function Successively play the beginning of each disc on a changer until you find the one that you want to listen to. Turning Disc Scan Function On/Off: Press the D.SCN button to switch the disc scan function on and off. -
Page 25: Magazine Random Play Function
Magazine Random Play Function Play the tracks on all the discs in the disc changer in random order. Press the M.RDM button to switch the magazine random play function on and off. The display of the disc and track numbers change continuously as the next track is being selected. -
Page 26: Presetting Disc Names
Disc control features (See page 7) Presetting Disc Names Store the names of discs to be displayed when played. Play the disc whose name you want to preset. NOTE • This function is not available for disc changers that do not feature the Disc Name Preset function. -
Page 27: Text Scroll
Text Scroll This function permits the text to be scrolled and the entire text to be displayed. Switching between manual scrolling and automatic scrolling is permitted. The factory default is manual scrolling. To scroll manually: Press the DISP button to display the disc title or the track title.. Holding down the DISP button for one second or more results in one scrolling display of the titles. -
Page 28: Direct Disc Search
Disc control features (See page 7) Function of disc changers with remote control having number/letter entry buttons (See page 8) Direct Disc Search Using the remote control, make direct input of the disc number that you want to listen to. Using the numeric buttons on the remote control, enter the number of the disc that you want to listen to. -
Page 29: Other Features
Other features (See page 7) Audio Control Setting Adjust various parameters of sound quality. Press the AUDIO button to enter the control mode. Press either the FM or AM button. Each time the button is pressed, the adjustment mode will change as follows: Pressing the FM button advances the display, and pressing the AM button reverses it. -
Page 30: Tel Mute Function
The original source (i.e., the one used before the phone call) is returned to automatically, and the volume restored gradually. Navigation Mute Function When the KENWOOD Navigation System is connected, an interruption of the audio guide results in the temporary lowering of the audio level. -
Page 31: Automatic Dimmer Function
Function of the KRC-659R Automatic Dimmer Function The display dims when the car's lights are turned on. NOTE The dimmer function is not available for units if the dimmer cable is not connected. Switching Clock display This function permits switching the clock display on/off when switching the display during each of the modes. -
Page 32: Adjusting Time
Other features (See page 7) Adjusting Time With automatic time adjustment, you can set the clock time automatically according to time data sent from RDS stations (after receiving RDS signals for several minutes). You can also set the time manually if the automatic time adjustment function is turned off. -
Page 33: Switching Graphic Display
Function of the KRC-659R Switching Graphic Display This function permits the graphic display to be switched to one that is linked with the volume level value or to display various modes. The initial setting is ON (displaying various modes). Turning the Graphic Display On/Off: Hold down the MENU button for one second or more. -
Page 34: Theft Deterrent Faceplate
Removing Faceplate: Press the release button and drop open the faceplate. In its dropped condition, while drawing the faceplate to one side, pull it to the front and remove it. Release button KRC-659R PROG DISC LOUD B NR SCAN B.S/RDM... -
Page 35: Basic Operation Of Remote Control (Optional)
Basic operations of remote control Optional 2CAUTION Do not set the remote control on hot places such as above the fascia panel (dashboard). Replacing the Lithium Battery: Use one lithium battery (CR2025). Remove the case following the instructions as illustrated. –... - Page 36 Basic operations of remote control Tuner Mode • Number/ letter entry buttons Press buttons #1-6 to recall preset stations. During direct access tuning, use these buttons to input the frequency of the station. • TUNE buttons Press the 4 button to make decreasing seeks (using the preset tuning mode).
- Page 37 Disc Control Mode • Number/ letter entry buttons Used to specify the track (disc) number used in direct track (disc) searches. Used to enter letters during disc name preset. • TRACK buttons – Press the TRACK button to search through the tracks backwards.
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Page 38: Installation
Number of items 2CAUTION • If your car is not prepared for this special connection-system, consult your Kenwood dealer. • Only use antenna conversion adapters (ISO-JASO) when the antenna cord has an ISO plug. • Make sure that all cable connections are securely made by inserting jacks until they lock completely. - Page 39 A–4 Pin (Yellow) Connector A Connector B — 39 — Fuse (10A) KENWOOD disc changer / DAB control input NOTE To connect the Disc changer or DAB unit, consult each manual. Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the...
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Page 40: Installation
Connecting Cables to Terminals 2WARNING Connecting the ISO Connector (see p.39) The pin arrangement for the ISO connectors depends on the type of vehicle you drive. Make sure to make the proper connections to prevent damage to the unit. The default connection for the wiring harness is described in 1 below. - Page 41 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 Accessory2 Removal tool When the lower level is removed, remove the upper two locations.
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Page 42: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide What might appear 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 43 PROBLEM The memory is erased when The battery cable has not been connected to the proper the ignition is turned off. terminal. The ignition and battery cable are incorrectly connected. The TEL mute function does The TEL mute cable is not connected properly. not work.
- Page 44 Cool down the unit by opening the windows or turning on the air conditioner. As the temperature falls below 60°C (140°F), the disc starts playing again. If this indicator continues blinking, it is possible that the tape has become jammed or tangled. ¢ Contact the Kenwood dealer if the tape cassette cannot be ejected. — 44 —...
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Page 45: Specifications
Tape speed ...4.76 cm/sec. Wow & Flutter (WRMS) ...0.08 % Frequency response (120 µs : KRC-659R) ...30 Hz – 14 kHz (±3 dB) (70 µs : KRC-559R) ...30 Hz – 18 kHz (±3 dB) Separation (1 kHz) ...40 dB Signal to Noise ratio (Dolby NR OFF : KRC-559R) ...54 dB...