Introduction
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they
will not be lost.
We
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this unit.
For best results, follow all warnings placed on the unit and adhere to the operating
and use instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
Want
LISYToEu NING
For
A
Lifetime
PORTABLE MINIDISC PLAYER
Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or
fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your unit was shipped to you
directly, notify the shipping company without delay. Only the consignee (the
person or company receiving the unit) can file a claim against the carrier for
shipping damage.
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start
ofyourmusicalenjoyment. Nowit’stimetoconsiderhowyoucanmaximizethefunand
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.
DMC-K3
We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use
should you transport or ship the unit in the future.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1. Power sources — The unit should be connected to a power supply only
of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
appliance.
2. 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, pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
KENWOOD CORPORATION
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
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.
3. Enclosure removal — Never remove the enclosure. If the internal parts
Before applying power
are touched accidentally, a serious electric shock might occur.
To establish a safe level:
4. Drop — Do not drop the unit or apply strong shock to it. (Damage due to
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
÷ Start your volume control at a low setting.
÷ Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.
dropping the unit is not covered by the warranty.)
Accessories
5. Ventilation — Avoid hindering the ventilation of the unit by covering it
Check that the following accessories are present.
Units are designed for operation as follows.
with a cloth, etc.
U.S. A.and Canada ............................................ AC 120 V only
U.K. and Europe ................................................ AC 230 V only
6. Abnormal smell — If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immedi-
ately turn the power OFF and pull out the power cord. Contact your dealer
or nearest service center.
7. Heat — Avoid placing the unit under direct sunlight or near a source of
heat such as heating equipment. Particularly, never leave it in an automo-
bile or on the dashboard.
8. Temperature — The unit may not function properly if used at extremely
low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is above
+5°C (41°F).
9. Water and moisture — The unit should not be used near water — for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
AC adaptor (1)
Stereo headphone (1)
Rechargeable battery NB-150 (1)
Remote control unit (1)
Carrying case (1)
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.
Decibel
Level Example
10. Dust and moisture— Avoid places where is dusty or where the humidity
is high.
11. Vibrations — Avoid placing the unit on an unstable place such as a shelf
30
40
50
60
70
80
Quiet library, soft whispers
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or in a place subject to vibrations.
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.
12. Magnetic fields — Keep the unit away from sources of magnetic fields
such as TV sets, speaker systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized
objects.
13. Cleaning — Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner,
gasoline, or benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT
EXPOSURE
14. Nonuse periods — The power cord of the unit should be unplugged from
the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
15. Damage requiring service — The unit should be serviced by qualified
service personnel when:
90
100
120
140
180
Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
Gunshot blast, jet plane
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the unit.
C. The unit has been exposed to rain.
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance.
E. The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
16. Servicing — The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that
described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be
referred to qualified service personnel.
Safety precautions
For the U.S.A.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DONOTEXPOSETHISAPPLI-
ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
17. CAUTION — TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE
AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
CAUTION:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
IncompliancewithFederalRegulations,followingarereproductionsoflabels
on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety.
For rechargeable battery
The marking is located on the bottom
panel and says that the component uses
laser beams that have been classified as
Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing
laser beams that are of a weaker class.
There is no danger of hazardous radiation
outside the unit.
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas).
Separately sold option part
Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery .......... NB-150S (1 piece)
Car battery adaptor ................................................... DC-C70
Car cassette adaptor ................................................. CAC-2
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WARNING
KENWOOD CORPORATION
2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO,
HACHIOJI-SHI,
÷ Use specified charger only.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
÷ Do not disassemble or mutilate, cause burns.
÷ Do not incinerate or heat, may cause burns, burst or release toxic materiais.
÷ Do not short circuit may cause burns.
TOKYO, JAPAN
÷ Keep away from children.
KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS
EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS
REGULATIONS NO. 21 CFR 1040.10,
CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.
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Location: Bottom Panel
Record the serial number, found on the back panel 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.
Model
Serial Number
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(Application)
Playback
Playback (Basics)
Playback (Application)
Convenient functions
Fast forward / fast reverse (SEARCH)
Setting AUTO POWER SAVE
Changing the tone (BASS BOOST)
Pressduringplaybackorstopstatus. (onlybyremotecontroloperation)
Operate the key while playback is in progress. (only by remote control
operation)
Press during playback or stop status.
Adjust the volume
Normally, the unit is set to “PS on” mode to conserve the battery.
When using the unit in a place where it is subject to vibration or impact,
set “PS off” mode before operating the unit.
Main unit : Adjust the volume with
the 5 (volume up)/∞
(volume down) keys.
Remote control: Adjust the vol-
ume with the + (volume
up) / – (volume down)
keys.
The mode changes each time the
1 Press the MODE key once.
2 Press and hold down either the 4 key or the ¢ key.
4 or ¢ key is pressed.
1 Press the MODE key 4 times.
2 Press the 4 or ¢key.
(only by remote control operation)
1 “BASS 0” : Cancel.
2 “BASS 1” : Bass is boosted
slightly.
÷ Volume level indicator (0 to 30).
(The volume level is displayed on
the remote control.)
The play mode changes each time
the 4 or ¢ key is pressed.
For forward search:
keep pressing the ¢key dur-
ing playback.
For reverse search:
keep pressing the 4key dur-
ing playback.
1 When the MODE key is held
depressed for more than 2
seconds.
3 “BASS 2” : Bass is boosted
more.
1 “PS on” : power conserva-
tion mode.
÷ When you lift your finger off the key, normal playback will be resumed.
2 Press the MODE key once.
3 Press the 4or ¢ key.
2 “PS off” : skip guard mode.
When the bass is boosted, raising the volume excessively will result
in sound distortion. If this happens, either lower the bass level or the
volume level.
1. In fast forward mode, stop status is engaged when the end of the
To pause playback
Press during playback status.
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last track is reached.
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2. In reverse mode, playback starts when the start of the first track is
reached.
3. Dependingonrecordingconditions, soundinterruptionsmayoccur
during a fast forward/reverse operation.
Main unit :Press the 6 key.
Remote control : Press the 38
key.
÷ Eachtimethekeyispressed, pause
and playback modes are changed
over.
Activating the operating tone (Beep)
The operating tones (beep) which are produced every time one of the
keys listed below are pressed can be activated or canceled (deactivated).
(only by remote control operation)
Convenient functions
Changing the display
Stopping playback
The play mode changes each time
the 4 or ¢ key is pressed.
1 When the MODE key is held
depressed for more than 2
(only by remote control operation)
Press during playback or pause status.
Avoiding faulty operation (HOLD)
seconds.
2 Press the MODE key twice.
3 Press the 4 or ¢ key.
1 “BP on” : Asinglebeepispro-
During stop status
During playback status
When you are operating the unit on a train or when you are carrying it
with the power off, this function allows you to prevent faulty operation
due to accidental key operation. (Both the main unit and remote control
should be carried with the HOLD function engaged.)
Main unit :
Remote control : Press the 7 key.
Press the 7 key.
duced. (and the op-
erating tones are
1 Press the MODE key twice.
2 Press the 4 or ¢ key.
1 Press the MODE key twice.
2 Press the 4 or ¢ key.
activated)
2 “BP off” : Two beeps are pro-
duced. (and the op-
The mode changes each time the The mode changes each time the
4or ¢ key is pressed.
4or ¢ key is pressed.
Activating HOLD status for
main unit keys only
Activating HOLD status for
remote control keys only
Turning the power off
erating tones are
deactivated)
Press during stop status.
1 Disc name.
1 Title of track being played.
2 Number of track currently
being played.
3 Elapsed time of track cur-
rently being played.
4 “UU KENWOODUU ” logo
display.
2 Total number of tracks.
3 Total playing time.
4 “KENWOOD” logo display.
The operating tone's status - activated (BP on) or deactivated (BP off)
- will be stored in memory even when the power is turned off.
To HOLD
÷ The power will automatically turn off
if the unit is not operated for about 3
minutes after it has stopped.
Main unit:
Remote control : Press the 7 key.
Press the 7 key.
Note
Note
OPEN
HOLD
HOLD
HOLD
Whenplaybackisstartedagain,itwillstartfromthestartofthetrackthat
was being played back when playback was stopped. (Playback will start
from the first track if the MD has been removed from the unit.) This is
called the “RESUME” function.
To release
To HOLD
Track titles or disc names are not displayed if they are not recorded on
the disc.
To release
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Removing the MD
Setting AUTO PLAY
By switching the Auto Play function, power can automatically be turned
on and playback from the first track started by simply inserting a MD and
closing the disc holder. (only by remote control operation)
Selecting Play Mode
Press during playback or stop status. (Random mode cannot be
engaged while playback is in progress.)
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÷Afterthepoweristurnedoff, slide
the OPEN slider in the direction of
the arrow and remove the MD.
(only by remote control operation)
The play mode changes each time
the 4 or ¢ key is pressed.
OPEN
1 When the MODE key is held
depressed for more than 2
seconds.
During stop status
During playback status
1 “AP on” : Auto Play mode.
2 “AP off” : Auto Play can-
celed.
1 Press the MODE key 3 times.
2 Press the 4 or ¢ key.
1 Press the MODE key 3 times.
2 Press the 4 or ¢ key.
2 Press the 4or ¢ key.
The mode changes each time the The mode changes each time the
÷ While “AP on” is set, inserting a MD automatically turns power on and
starts playback even when the unit is set to the “HOLD” status.
4or ¢ key is pressed.
4or ¢ key is pressed.
1 “pOFF”: Released.
2 “pONE”: The track being
played will be
1 “pOFF”: Released.
2 “pONE”: The track being
played will be
played repeatedly.
playedrepeatedly.
3 “pALL”: Alltracksofthedisc
3 “pALL”: All tracks of the
will be played re-
disc will be played
peatedly.
repeatedly.
4 “RANDOM”: Random play-
back mode.
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For pleasant use
In case of difficulty
Specifications
For pleasant use
System ........................... Mini disc digital audio system
If you think the unit is not operating properly, check the symptoms
before requesting service.
Read method ................. Noncontact optical reading system (semicon-
ductor laser)
Sampling frequency ...... 44.1 kHz
Audio compression ....... ATRAC (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding)
Number of channels ...... 2 channels
Frequency response ...... 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (± 3 dB)
Cautions regarding use of rechargeable battery
Simple care
(Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery NB -150)
Troubleshooting
When dirty
Symptom
Cause
Remedy
÷ Do not use any battery other than the specially provided rechargeable
battery. Use of another battery will damage the unit.
÷ The battery is a rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride battery. Because of
the properties of this battery, it must be recharged at least once every 2
months, even if it is not used.
÷ Wipewithadry, softcloth.Iftheunitisverydirty, moistentheclothslightly
and wipe off the dirt. Afterwards, make sure you wipe the unit dry with
a dry cloth.
÷ Thedischolderisnotsecurely ÷ Closedischoldersecurely.
Unit fails to
turn ON.
closed.
÷ The battery is depleted.
÷ HOLD status is engaged.
÷ The volume is at minimum ÷ Increase the volume.
level.
÷ Charge the battery.
÷ Deactivate HOLD status.
Wow & flutter ................ Less than unmeasurable limit (± 0.001 %
W.PEAK)
Taking care of plugs etc.
÷ The battery can be recharged about 500 times.
There is no
sound.
Input/Output terminal .. Remote control/Phones jack
Rated power output ...... 7 mW+7 mW
Power source
DC IN jack (4–5.1V)
÷ Always keep the plugs of headphones etc. clean. Dirtyplugs can cause
÷ If the battery is repeatedly recharged before its charge is completely used
up, the battery service time may gradually decrease. This is due to the
properties of the battery and does not indicate a malfunction. Allow the
battery to be used up completely and then charge it fully. If this procedure
is repeated several times, the rechargeable battery will display its proper
performance.
noise or failure of remote control operation.
÷ The remote control or head- ÷ Insert plug securely.
phones are disconnected.
÷ HOLD status is engaged.
÷ Deactivate HOLD status.
÷ Charge the battery.
The unit does
not respond
to key opera-
tion.
1. Do not use chemicals like benzine, thinner, etc., as they can cause
: Specially provided AC adaptor
÷ The battery is depleted.
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deterioration and discoloration.
: Car battery adaptor (sold separately, DC-C70)
DC 1.5V : Commercially sold AA alkaline battery (LR-6) × 1
DC 1.2V : Specially provided rechargeable battery (NB-150) × 1
(Charging time : About 3 hours)
Battery life (Fully charge, with “PS on” setting ON)
Specially provided rechargeable battery (NB-150) × 1......... Approx. 9 hours
Commercially sold AA alkaline battery (LR-6) × 1 ............... Approx. 10 hours
÷ At 0.5mW+0.5mW output (16 Ω load ).
÷ Standard value during continuous use/charging in an temperature of
25˚C.
÷ Time of use may vary depending on battery maker, battery type, use
environment, and temperatute.
÷ Time will be shorter when “PS off” Mode is set.
Dimensions (not including protruding parts)
W :99.9 mm (3-15/16”)
÷ The remote control or head- ÷ Insert plug securely.
phone plug is not securely in-
2. Do not apply oil to the unit, for this will cause it to malfunction.
÷ Replace the rechargeable battery with a new one when its service time
is short even after it has been charged. (Use the separately sold NB-150S
battery.)
÷ A small amount of power is used even when the unit is turned OFF. If the
unit is not used for a long time, therefore, remove the battery and store
it in a safe place.
serted.
÷ Thedischolderisnotsecurely ÷ Closedischoldersecurely.
closed.
Handling of Mini Disc
÷ The disc is scratched or dam- ÷ Replace the MD.
aged or the recording is not
Sound skips.
Since the MD is in a cartridge, it can be handled without worrying about dirt
or fingerprints. But soiling, warping, or other damage to the cartridge will
result in faulty operation. Take the following precautions to ensure that you
will always be able to enjoy the music on your MDs.
good.
÷ The unit is in a place where ÷ Move the unit to a place
there is excessive vibration.
During battery charging or use of the unit, the battery may become
warm. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
where there is little vibra-
tion or set to “PS off”.
÷ You are using commercial re- ÷ Use the special recharge-
chargeable battery.
Do Not Touch the MD Directly
÷ Do not open the shutter and di-
rectly touch the MD. Forcing the
shutter open will damage it.
Storage Location
Battery does
not charge.
able battery (NB-150)
÷Do not store MDs in direct
sunlightorinhotlocationssuch
as car interiors or in humid lo-
cations.
Battery indicator
÷ The unit has become hot be- ÷ Wait until the unit has
cause of exposure to direct cooledtonormaltempera-
sunlight etc.
÷ You are using another AC ÷ Use the accessory AC
adaptor than the accessory adaptor.
adaptor.
÷ The AC adaptors has become ÷ Connect the AC adaptor
disconnected.
H :17.5 mm (11/16”)
D :75 mm (2-15/16”)
Weight (Net)............ 120 g (4.23 oz.)
ture.
For handy reference, the remaining battery life is indicated on the display
while the unit is in operation.
÷ When the remaining battery power drops, the battery indicator on the
main unit display blinks and the LCD display on the remote control unit is
reversed. If the unit continues to be used after this condition, the remote
control unit LCD shows “LoBATT” and the power is turned off automati-
cally.
÷Do not leave MDs on a beach
or other location where sand
or dirt can enter the cartridge.
Care and Maintenance
÷ Using a dry cloth, wipe dirt or dust
off the cartridge at regular inter-
vals.
not including the accessory rechargeable batter
145 g (5.11 oz.)
including the accessory rechargeable battery
securely.
1. KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in develop-
ment. For reason specifications may be changed without notice.
2. The full performance may not be exhibited in an extremely cold
location (under a water-freezing temperature).
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Meaning of display messages
Affixing the Label
÷ When affixing a label on the cartridge, take the following precautions and
affix it properly.
Message
“noDISC”
“BLANK ”
Meaning
Action
÷ Insert a MD into the unit.
Main unit
÷ There is no MD in the unit.
÷ Nothing is recorded on this ÷ Replace the disc with a
1 Properly affix the label in its prescribed place.
2 Do not affix a label over another label.
3 Avoid air bubbles and turned-back corners.
For the U.S.A.
FCC WARNING:
MD.
prerecorded MD when
playing it back.
Remote control
LoBATT
÷ If the label is not properly affixed, it may get stuffed into the cartridge,
making it impossible to remove the disc.
÷ If the label is not properly affixed, peel it off carefully and affix it properly.
÷ The *UTOC contents are ÷ Replace the MD.
faulty.
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or
modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the
modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user
couldlosetheauthoritytooperatethisequipmentifanunauthorizedchange
or modification is made.
“ERROR ”
÷ The disc is scratched or dam- ÷ Replace the MD.
aged, so playback is not pos-
sible.
Caution on condensation
*UTOC: A recordable MD has an area for recording so-called UTOC
(User's Table of Contents) data. The UTOC contains number
of tracks, playing time, written data, and other rewritable
information.
NOTE:
Condensation (of dew) may occur inside the unit when there is a great
difference in temperature between this unit and the outside.
This unit may not function properly if condensation occurs. In this case, leave
theunitforafewhourswiththepowerleftON, andrestarttheoperationafter
the condensation has dried up.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment may cause harmful interference to
radio communications, if it is not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
Be specially cautious against condensation in a following circumstance:
When this unit is carried from a place to another across a large difference in
temperature, when the humidity in the room where this unit is installed
increases, etc.
Resetting the unit
This system uses a microcomputer so it may malfunction due to external
noise or interference. In such a case, unplug the power cord and remove the
batteries, then plug the power cord again and insert the batteries again.
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For CANADA
Canadian IC Compliance Notice
NOTICE : This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian interference-Caussig Equipment Regulations.
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