Kenwood DPC 491 Owners Manual

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Specifications

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System Compact disc digital audio system
Laser Semiconductor laser
Audio

0 Hz to 20 kHz, i3 dB
10 mW +10 mW
06 Vrms/1 ktz

Frequency response ......................

PHONES outpuyt level (16:1, 1 kHz)

Line output/impedance ................
3ower supply

External DC supply .

Rechargeable batterles( )

Commercially-available alkaline batteries (LRG/AA) x 2 or 4
3attery life (continuous repeat playback)

Figures inside parentheses show the performance when the D.A.S.C. is ON.)
Commercially-available alkaline batteries (LR6/AA) x 2 Approx, 10 (8) Hours (DPC-391/492)
Commercially-available alkaline batteries (LR6/AA) x 2 ..... Approx. 10 Hours (DPC-191)
Commercially-available alkaline batteries (LRG/AA) x 4 Approx. 22 (17.5) Hours (DPC-391/492)
Commercially-available alkaline batteries (LRG/AA) x 4 ..... Approx. 22 Hours (DPC-191)
Rechargeable batteries (NB-88) x 2 Approx. 4 (3) Hours (DPC-391/492)
Rechargeable batteries (NB-88) x 2 Approx. 4 Hours (DPC-i 91)
Rechargeable batteries (NB-B8) x 4 pprox. 9 (6) Hours (UPC-391/492)
Rechargeable batteries (NB-BB) x 4 Approx. 9 Hours (DPC-191)

)imensions (W x H x D) 138 mm x 30 mm x 157 mm

(5 - 7/16I x 1 - 3/16" x 6 - 3/16")

270 g (9.5 oz)

4.5V to 6 V DC
.DC 2.4V
....DC 3V

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Accessories DPC-492 DPC-391 UPC-191
AC adaptor 1 1 1
Headphones 1 1 1
Car battery adaptor 1 - -
Car cassette adaptor 1 - ~

The standard accessories vary depending on the model of the unit. The accessories which are not standard are
uptionally available For details. please consult your dealer.

V 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

KENWOOD

DPC-191
DPC-391
DPC-492

PORTABLE COMPACT DISC PLAYER

|NSTRUCT|ON MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

Note:
This instruction manual is for common use With the three models
above.

Unpacking

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.

Before using the rechargeable batteries

The rechargeable batteries comes non-charged condition, Read
Rechargeable battery operation" carefully and charge the batteries
before use,

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mienance

Simple care

Care of lens
When the lens in the pick-up gets dirty. malfunctions including the
impossibility of playback may OCcur. The lens should be cleaned
using a commercially available camera lens blower, etc. Do not touch
the lens to prevent damaging the mechanism. Also do not use a
lens cleaner or disc cleaner product.

Care of main unit
When the unit gets dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is
stained seriously, a moistened cloth can be used. Do not use benzine
or thinner for these will damage the unit.

Cleaning the plug
Wipe the headphone plug with a staff cloth to keep it clean.
A dirty plug may cause noise or malfunction.

Caution on disc used
Usable discs
This unit is capable of playing discs marked with W . Other discs cannot be played.
8 cm single CDs can be played as they are; do not use a commercially-available single CD
adapter.
Handling
Hold compact discs so that you do not touch the playing surface.
Do not attach paper or tape to either the playing side or the label side of compact discs.
Never play a cracked or warped disc.
During playback. the disc rotates at high speed in the player. Therefore, to avoid danger, never
use a cracked or deformed disc or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.
Cleaning
If fingerprints or foreign matter become attached to
the disc, lightly wipe the disc with a soft cotton cloth
(or similar) from the center of the disc outwards in a
radial manner.

Storage
When a disc is not to be played for a long period of time, remove it from the CD player and store
it in its case.

Precaution against condensation
immediately alter a room is heated or in a room with high humidity (or vapor), the unit may
malfunction due to the condensation of dew or mist on the pick-up lens. In such a case, leave
the unit for about an hour before trying to use it again.

A Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
AC adaptors are designed for operation as follows.

U.S.A. and Canada AC 120 V only

For the U.S.A.
FCC WARNING

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifica equipment may
cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual,
The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is
made.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class 8 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

intederence by one or more of the following measures:

- - 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.

,A 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.