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VARIOUS FUNCTIONS HELPFUL FOR
HIGH QUALITY RECORDING

This deck has a built-in Auto Tape Selector which
automatically adjusts the recording characteristics according
to the tape formulation (see page 12) and a Dolby HX Pro
Dynamic Bias Servo System which automatically controls
the effective bias during recording.  In addition to these
functions, you can refine your recordings by using the Auto
Tape Tuning function, which adjusts the recording bias and
sensitivity for each tape you use.

Auto tape tuning function

The auto tape tuning function improves the quality of
recording, permitting precise adjustment of the deck's
recording bias and sensitivity for best results with every tape
you use.
With the auto tape tuning function, the recording
characteristics (recording bias and sensitivity) are
automatically adjusted in two frequency ranges (500 Hz and
10 kHz) while performing recording and playback operations
simultaneously for about 20 seconds, to accurately match
the characteristics of the loaded tape.
For example, the recorded (output) level (

A

 in the figure)

may differ from the recording (input) level (

B

 in the figure),

due to widely varying characteristics between brands of
cassette tapes.
Using the auto tape tuning function, these differences are
effectively eliminated by adjusting the recording bias (for
high frequencies) and sensitivity (for overall frequencies)
according to the loaded cassette tape, making a significant
contribution to overall recording quality (

C

 in the figure).

<Operation>
1. Set the PLAY TRIM control to the center position.
2. Press the REC/PAUSE button to enter the rec pause

mode and adjust the recording level with the REC
LEVEL control.

3. Press the AUTO TAPE TUNING button.

The TAPE TUNING indicator blinks and the deck
determines the optimum recording characteristics (bias
and recording sensitivity) according to the loaded cassette
tape in about 20 seconds.  After completion of auto tape
tuning, the tape is automatically rewound to the point
where auto tape tuning began and the deck enters the rec
pause mode.  The TAPE TUNING indicator lights up.

Auto tape tuning may not function with a tape of poor
quality.  In this case, the tape stops and the TAPE
TUNING indicator does not light up.

The adjusted recording characteristics are not cancelled
as long as the TAPE TUNING indicator is lit.  When you
no longer need this adjustment, press the AUTO TAPE
TUNING button in rec pause mode or stop mode.  The
TAPE TUNING indicator goes out.
This adjustment is also cancelled when the 

)

 button is

pressed.
Note
When loading a tape of different brand even if whose tape
types are the same, perform the auto tape tuning
operation again even when the TAPE TUNING indicator
lights up.

A

C

Output level (dB)

Frequency (Hz)

B

Input level

Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension
manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation, HX Pro originated by Bang & Olufsen.

“DOLBY”, the double-D symbol      and “HX PRO” are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Synchronized recording function

When operating this unit in combinaton with the YAMAHA
CD Player which has SYNCHRO button on its remote
control transmitter, CD Synchronized recording function can
be utilized. This function is operated with the remote control
transmitter of the CD Player. (Regarding the operation, refer
to the manual of the CD Player.)

DOLBY HX PRO DYNAMIC BIAS SERVO SYSTEM
This unit incorporates the Dolby HX Pro system which
automatically controls the effective bias to reduce
distortion and noise, improving high frequency
response during recording.  Tapes recorded with this
system retain the same high quality even when played
back on other cassette decks.

Summary of Contents for KX-10

Page 1: ...o Kassettengerät Natural Sound stereokassettdäck Registratore a cassette stereo a suono naturale Magnetófono estéreo de sonido natural Stereo cassettedeck voor een natuurlijk geluid s KX 10 OWNER S MANUAL MODE D EMPLOI BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BRUKSANVISNING MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING ...

Page 2: ...Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to source of heat Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust heat cold or moisture Keep it away from sources of hum such as transformers or motors 3 Do not open the cabinet as this may result in damage to the deck or electrical shock If a foreign object should get into the deck contact your local dealer 4 When removing the power plug f...

Page 3: ...y B C Noise Reduction Auto Tape Tuning improves the quality of recording by automatically adjusting the recording characteristics recording bias and sensitivity for best result with every cassette tape Play Trim Control for Improved Playback Compatibility with Other Decks Selection Search Recording Mute Function Rec Return 0 Return Function Integrated System Remote Control Compatibility Note on tr...

Page 4: ...e that the left and right channel connections are properly made and that the plugs are inserted firmly The LINE OUT PLAY jacks on the deck should be connected to the Tape PB Playback Input jacks on your amplifier receiver and the LINE IN REC jacks on the deck should be connected to the REC OUT Recording Output jacks on your amplifier receiver When using the amplifier AX 10 connect them referring t...

Page 5: ...ch time this button is pressed Dolby NR switches as follows B MPX off For a tape recorded with DOLBY B NR Only the B indicator lights C MPX off For a tape recorded with DOLBY C NR Only the C indicator lights B MPX on available only for recording C MPX on available only for recording OFF For a tape recorded with DOLBY NR OFF No indicator lights Note The MPX filter settings are explained on page 8 D...

Page 6: ... source monitor mode by pressing the MONITOR button no sound is heard The SOURCE indicator lights During playback be sure to set the MONITOR button so that the TAPE indicator lights L R dB 30 20 15 10 8 6 4 0 2 Ÿ 4 6 SOURCE REC TAPE TAPE TUNING I NORM II HIGH IV METAL MPX FILTER Ÿ B C PLAY TRIM Display during playback When high frequencies are too loud attenuate the high frequencies When high freq...

Page 7: ...ARCH button should be pressed simultaneously MUTE SEARCH MUTE SEARCH To search for the selection located before the current selection When the beginning of the current selection is played The button and the MUTE SEARCH button should be pressed simultaneously MUTE SEARCH Notes on Selection search The blank section between selections must be at least 4 seconds With tapes recorded with low level or f...

Page 8: ...ng in step 2 Dolby noise reduction is an extremely effective method of reducing undesirable background hiss on tapes This unit incorporates both Dolby B NR and the newer Dolby C NR system Dolby C NR is approximately twice as effective as the earlier Dolby B NR Each time this button is pressed Dolby NR switches as follows B MPX off Recording with DOLBY B NR Only the B indicator lights C MPX off Rec...

Page 9: ...tapes type II HIGH CrO2 adjust the REC LEVEL control so that the highest peak is 4 dB When using Metal position tapes type IV METAL adjust the REC LEVEL control so that the highest peak is 6 dB Refer to the figure below When a tape is loaded the corresponding tape type indicator lights Linear time tape counter Tape remain indicator Lights during rec pause mode or recording Blinks while the sound m...

Page 10: ...and the deck determines the optimum recording characteristics bias and recording sensitivity according to the loaded cassette tape in about 20 seconds After completion of auto tape tuning the tape is automatically rewound to the point where auto tape tuning began and the deck enters the rec pause mode The TAPE TUNING indicator lights up Auto tape tuning may not function with a tape of poor quality...

Page 11: ...ON To return to the point at which the recording previously started If the 3 PLAY button is pressed during recording rec return operation automatically rewinds the tape to the point where the 3 PLAY button was previously pressed During recording COUNTER RESET The tape will be automatically rewound to the 0 00 point and the recording mode is canceled Note The tape will stop at the point slightly ah...

Page 12: ...M settings which will result in an unnatural high frequency emphasis This effect may be compensated for somewhat with the auto tape tuning operation or by using the PLAY TRIM tone control and or the tone controls of your amplifier receiver during playback PROTECTING YOUR RECORDINGS All cassette tapes are provided with erasure protection holes to prevent accidental erasure of recorded contents Ther...

Page 13: ...fter 20 30 hours of use enough residual magnetism will build up on the heads to cause poor high frequency reproduction At this time you should use a commercially available head demagnetizer When demagnetizing the heads be sure to follow the instructions of the head demagnetizer carefully 30 30 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER Remote sensor 6 m 20 feet These shaded buttons control this deck With...

Page 14: ...ty tape Connection s improperly made Affected by external electrical noise Dirty capstan pinch roller etc or poor tape Tape is wound unevenly Slack tape or tape spillage wound around capstan REC LEVEL control is set too low Protective tabs are broken off Recorded section is too short Recorded section has low level portions Conversation etc has been recorded Dolby NR recorded tape is played back in...

Page 15: ... 60 Wow and Flutter W RMS less than 0 05 W Peak less than 0 08 Signal to Noise Ratio Dolby NR off better than 60 dB Dolby B NR on better than 68 dB Dolby C NR on better than 76 dB Frequency Response Normal tape 20 dB 20 17 000 Hz 3 dB High CrO2 tape 20 dB 20 18 000 Hz 3 dB Metal tape 20 dB 20 20 000 Hz 3 dB Harmonic Distortion Normal tape less than 0 8 High CrO2 tape less than 0 8 Metal tape less ...

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