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DMC-K3(EN)

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B60-4092-00  00  JA    (K, T)

9811

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PORTABLE MINIDISC PLAYER

DMC-K3

KENWOOD  CORPORATION

AP

Accessories

For your records

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

AC adaptor (1)

Remote control unit (1)

Stereo headphone (1)

Carrying case (1)

Rechargeable battery NB-150 (1)

Check that the following accessories are present.

Units are designed for operation as follows.

U.S. A.and Canada ............................................ AC 120 V only
U.K. and Europe ................................................ AC 230 V only

Introduction

Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

Unpacking

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLI-
ANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they
will not be lost.
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.
We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use
should you transport or ship the unit in the future.

Keep this manual handy for future reference.

Safety precautions

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.

Before applying power

The marking of products using lasers

(Except for some areas).

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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.

3. Enclosure removal 

— Never remove the enclosure. If the internal parts

are touched accidentally, a serious electric shock might occur.

4. Drop

 — Do not drop the unit or apply strong shock to it. (Damage due to

dropping the unit is not covered by the warranty.)

5. Ventilation 

— Avoid hindering the ventilation of the unit by covering it

with a cloth, etc.

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.

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

or in a place subject to vibrations.

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.

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:
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.

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.

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.

For rechargeable battery

÷

Use specified charger only.

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Do not disassemble or mutilate, cause burns.

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Do not incinerate or heat, may cause burns, burst or release toxic materiais.

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Do not short circuit may cause burns.

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Keep away from children.

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.

WARNING

Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

We
Want  You

LISTENING

LISTENING

For  A  Lifetime

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.

Decibel
Level

Example

  30

Quiet library, soft whispers

  40

Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic

  50

Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office

  60

Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine

  70

Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant

  80

Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT
EXPOSURE

  90

Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower

100

Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill

120

Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap

140

Gunshot blast, jet plane

180

Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

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.

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KENWOOD CORPORATION
2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO,
HACHIOJI-SHI,
TOKYO, JAPAN

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KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS
EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS
REGULATIONS NO. 21 CFR 1040.10,
CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.

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Separately sold option part

Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery .......... NB-150S (1 piece)
Car battery adaptor ................................................... DC-C70
Car cassette adaptor ................................................. CAC-2

Summary of Contents for DMC-K3

Page 1: ...ervice personnel when 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 16 Servicing The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described ...

Page 2: ...arged Whenusing it for the first time charge the battery according to the following procedure Charge the battery with the power to the unit turned off The battery is not charged while the unit is in operation 1 Slide the battery cover up 2 Open the battery cover DC IN 4 5 1V PHON ES OPEN HOLD OPEN M O D E DC IN 4 5 1V PHON ES OPEN HOLD Each time the key is pressed duringplayback theoperationwill s...

Page 3: ...ation Playback Application During stop status During playback status 1 Disc name 2 Total number of tracks 3 Total playing time 4 KENWOOD logo display 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 Setting AUTO PLAY Changing the display Note Note Track titles or disc names are not displayed if they a...

Page 4: ... not securely closed The disc is scratched or dam aged or the recording is not good The unit is in a place where there is excessive vibration You are using commercial re chargeable battery The unit has become hot be cause of exposure to direct sunlight etc You are using another AC adaptor than the accessory adaptor The AC adaptors has become disconnected Unit fails to turn ON Closedischoldersecure...

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