Kenwood XD-552 Instruction Manual

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XD-SERIES (En)56Knowledge sectionMaintenanceCotton swabTape guidesPinch rollerHeadCapstanCleaning the head sectionThere are precisely aligned parts around the heads, including the tape guides.When cleaning, pay special attention so as not to apply shock to them.Cleaning the heads and peripheral componentsFor maintaining the best condition of the deck and for longer service life, always keepthe heads (recording / playback / erase), capstan and pinch roller clean.To clean them, perform the following:1. Open the cassette holder.2. Using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol, clean the head (recording / playback / erase),capstan and pinch roller carefully.Demagnetizing the headWhen the recording / playback head is magnetized, the sound quality will deteriorate.In such a case, demagnetize the head using a commercially available demagnetizer(head eraser).ReferenceNoteNoteNoteMaintenance of the unitWhen the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with asoft, dry cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc.for these agents may cause discoloration.In regard to contact cleanerDo not use contact cleaners because it could cause a mal-function. Be specially careful not to use contact cleanerscontaining oil, for they may deform the plastic component.Stored contents which arecleared immediately whenpower plug is unpluggedfrom power outletClock displayStored contents which arecleared in at least a day afterpower plug is unpluggedfrom power outletAmplifierPOWER status (ON or OFF)Input selectionVolume control valueBalance levelEqualizer’s manual memorycreated by the user3D surround levelTuner unitReceiving bandFrequencyPreset stationsProgram timer setting con-tentsCassette deck unitTransport directionDOLBY NRTape EqualizerReverse modeMemory backup functionNote related to transportation and movementBefore transporting or moving this unit, carry out thefollowing operations.1 Turn the power ON but do not load a disc.2 Press the 6 key.3 Wait a few seconds, and ensure that the display isas shown below.4 Wait for a few seconds then turn power off.C cD N o D i sImportant ItemsCaution on condensationCondensation (of dew) may occur inside the unit when thereis a great difference in temperature between this unit andthe outside.This unit may not function properly if condensation oc-curs. In this case, leave the unit for a few hours with thepower left ON, and restart the operation after the con-densation has dride up.Be specially cautious against condensatin in a fol-lowing circumsatance:When this unit is carried from a place to another across alarge difference in temperature, when the humidity in theroom where this unit is installed increases, etc.IN MOST CASES IT IS AN INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHTTO MAKE COPIES OF TAPES OR DISCS WITHOUT THEPERMISSION OF THE COPYRIGHT OWNERS. ANYONEWISHING TO COPY COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE TAPESOR DISC SHOULD CONTACT THE MECHANICAL COPY-RIGHT PROTECTION SOCIETY LIMITED OR THE PER-FORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY LIMITED.WARNING NOTICE: