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COMPACT Hi-Fi COMPONENT SYSTEM
CORE-A55
KAF-A55
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the EMC Directive
2004/108/EC
Manufacturer:
Kenwood Corporation
2967-3 Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-8525 Japan
EU Representative's:
Kenwood Electronics Europe BV
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, The Netherlands
© B60-5784-00/00 (EW/XW)
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Page 1: Instruction Manual
COMPACT Hi-Fi COMPONENT SYSTEM CORE-A55 KAF-A55 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Declaration of Conformity with regard to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Manufacturer: Kenwood Corporation 2967-3 Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-8525 Japan EU Representative's: Kenwood Electronics Europe BV Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, The Netherlands © B60-5784-00/00 (EW/XW) -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Playing a component connected to "Power Supply" …………………………… 32 AUX IN/D-IN (PCM) ………………………… 23 Setting D.AUDIO Control Playing a portable player …………………… 23 "D.AUDIO Control" ………………………… 32 Playing a PC …………………………………… 24 Connecting a PC and playing its contents …… 24 CORE-A55/KAF-A55... - Page 3 Maintenance Additional information ……………………… 33 Read before use Glossary ……………………………………… 38 Message list …………………………………… 38 Troubleshooting ……………………………… 39 Specifi cations ………………………………… 42 Playing music tracks Creating the desired sound setting Advanced operations Maintenance English...
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Page 4: Ensure Safe Operation
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... - Page 5 6. Power Sources – This product should be operated 14. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts only from the type of power source indicated on the are required, be sure the service technician has used product. If you are not sure of the type of power supply replacement parts specifi ed by the manufacturer or have to your home, consult your product dealer or local power the same characteristics as the original part.
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Page 6: Accessories
(RC-A0500 x 1) Vertical installation stand Stand securing screw Horizontal installation cushions (x 1) (x 1) (x 8) Packaged together with the speaker of CORE-A55 only Speaker cords Speaker stands Speaker terminal covers (2 m x 2) (x 2) (x 2) CORE-A55/KAF-A55... -
Page 7: Installation
Installation Installation precautions Always install the system on a level, stable surface. When installing on a stand or tabletop, be sure to confi rm the ● strength of the stand. The magnetism from the speakers may cause color irregularities on a nearby TV or PC screen. Always install the ●... -
Page 8: Connections
• Insert the plug firmly all the way into the AC wall outlet. LSF-A55 LSF-A55 Right speaker Left speaker White line on transparent White line on transparent coating coating The two speakers are identical. Each speaker can be installed either on the left or right. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... -
Page 9: Connecting The Speakers
Installation of the main unit Connecting the speakers How to use the horizontal installation cushions How to attach the speaker terminal covers ● ● Attach the cushions on the four positions on the bottom Before connecting each speaker cord, pass the cord of the main unit. - Page 10 Kenwood (PAD-iP7) to the [D.AUDIO/ PORTABLE IN] digital audio player terminal on the rear of the main unit. When a Kenwood Digital Audio Link-compatible ● player is connected using the dedicated Dedicated cable cable (separately available), the player can be...
- Page 11 AUX IN Connect the audio output of the VCR, etc. to the Stereo miniplug cord [AUX IN] terminals on the rear of the main unit. (separately available) Use a commercially available stereo miniplug cable for the connection. VCR, etc. PC IN Connect a PC running Windows®...
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Page 12: Component Names And Functions
This status is referred to as the standby Blue: When the SD/USB/D.AUDIO source is selected, the JOG knob functions as G/H and I/J. mode. In this state, the system can be switched OFF from the remote control unit. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... - Page 13 Display Repeat Play/pause Sound adjustment Input source selection/ Connection status 1 Shows the information in alphanumeric characters. 2 The icons show the input selection and the sound modes of the system. Lights during playback of an audio fi le. Lights during single-fi le repeat. Lights during playback or pause of an audio Lights during pause of an audio fi le.
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Page 14: Remote Control Unit
STRAIGHT (page 27) ENTER (pages 28 - 32) Press to play the audio without any sound adjustment Press to enter the selected item. by bypassing the TONE and SOUND settings. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... -
Page 15: Preparation Of Remote Control
Preparation of remote control Removing the insulation sheet Note on the battery Pull out the insulation direction in the direction of the Be sure to use the following battery mode for the arrow. replacement. Battery type: 3 V lithium button battery CR2025 STRAIGHT Battery holder SOUND... -
Page 16: Basic Operation
Adjust in the range from 0 to MAX (max.). Turning the knob quickly (on the main unit) or ● holding a button depressed (on the remote control unit) accelerates the volume variation speed. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... -
Page 17: Start Playback
Turn the system ON. How to connect a USB device Hold the device in the correct orientation and insert the connector all the way. (page 10) Press [VOLUME]. ■ To disconnect the USB device: Press [K]. After stopping, set the system to the standby mode and pull out the USB device. -
Page 18: Playing An Sd Card
For the order of playback where there several folders ● and/or audio fi les, see "Order of playback of folders and audio fi les" (page 35). Playback does not start if there is no playable music fi le ● in the card. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... - Page 19 Button operations during playback/stop Operation Press [DISPLAY] during playback or stop. Each press switches the displayed information. ".." is displayed when there is no tag information to be displayed. Switch the display "--:--" is displayed when the play time exceeds 99 min. 59 sec. information File Name Folder Name...
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Page 20: Playing A Usb Device
If a USB device consuming current above the rated ● current is connected, "USB ERROR" is displayed and it cannot be played through this system. If this happens, turn this system OFF and disconnect the USB device. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... - Page 21 Button operations during playback/stop Operation Press [DISPLAY] during playback or stop. Each press switches the displayed information. ".." is displayed when there is no tag information to be displayed. Switch the display "--:--" is displayed when the play time exceeds 99 min. 59 sec. information File Name Folder Name...
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Page 22: Playing A Digital Audio Player
Playing a digital audio player A Kenwood digital audio player or iPod can be Button operations during connected to play audio fi les in it. playback/stop Operation Playback Press [F] during Stop playback. Connect the player. Press [VOLUME] during playback. -
Page 23: Playing An External Component
Playing an external component Playing a component connected Playing a portable player to AUX IN/D-IN (PCM) When the setting for D.AUDIO/PORTABLE IN of this system is set to "PORTABLE", a portable player An external component connected to AUX IN/ component can be connected to this system and D-IN(PCM) of the system can be played back through played through it. -
Page 24: Playing A Pc
Do not disconnect the USB cable while the PC is ● detecting the connection of this system. If the PC does not recognize this system in a few ● seconds, try to: - Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again. - Reboot the PC. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... - Page 25 Windows XP Windows Vista Open the [Start] menu, select [Control Panel] and Open the [Start] menu, select [Control Panel] and double-click on [Sound and Audio Devices Properties]. double-click on [Sound]. From [Playback], select [Speakers]. ● Click on the [Audio] tab and select [USB Speakers]. ●...
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Page 26: Adjusting The Sound Properties
Bass Increases the level. Press [ENTER]. Bass The sound mode selected above is set. is displayed when a sound mode is set. Decreases the level. Bass −6 To adjust other frequency bands, repeat steps 1 and 2 for each. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... -
Page 27: Setting The Straight Mode "Straight
Setting the Straight mode "STRAIGHT" The Straight mode reproduced audio without adjusting the sound properties. Enter the Straight mode. Each press of [STRAIGHT] switches the mode. Press [STRAIGHT]. Straight Switches Straight ON. Straight Switches Straight OFF. is displayed when the Straight mode is When STRAIGHT is "ON", the sound mode and tone ●... -
Page 28: Changing The Setups Of The System
Use [MULTI CONTROL< / >] to adjust, then press [ENTER]. Input Level Increases the level. Input Level Decreases the level. Input Level −3 ■ To abort setup in the middle: The setup mode is exited automatically when the selection is entered. Press [MODE]. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... -
Page 29: Adjusting The Display Contrast "Contrast
Adjusting the display contrast Adjusting the display brightness "Contrast" "Backlight" The contrast of the display can be adjusted. The brightness of the backlight of the display panel can be adjusted. Enter the setup mode. Enter the setup mode. Press [MODE]. Press [MODE]. -
Page 30: Setting The Illumination "Illumination
Illumination lit. General speakers Standard Illumination extinguished. Illumination OFF Speaker1 Speakers provided with CORE-A55 The setup mode is exited automatically when the selection is entered. Compact bookshelf speakers Speaker2 The setup mode is exited automatically when the selection is entered. -
Page 31: Selecting The Headphones "Headphone Setup
Selecting the headphones Reducing sound distortion "Headphone Setup" "Compression" Adjust the sound to the optimum properties for The Compression setup can be used when the the connected headphones. audio played from a fi le is distorted or cracked. Enter the setup mode. Enter the setup mode. -
Page 32: Setting The Power Supply To The Usb Terminal "Power Supply
Setting D.AUDIO Control USB terminal "D.AUDIO Control" "Power Supply" When a Kenwood Digital Audio Player Link- compatible component is connected to this system The digital audio played connected to the USB using the separately available dedicated cable, terminal can be charged according to this setting, the connected component can be controlled from even when the USB audio source is not selected. -
Page 33: Additional Information
● storage class-compatible digital audio player to the [ USB] terminal. Kenwood will not assume any liabilities for the malfunction, damage or loss USB mass storage class- of data that may result from connection of other kind of component. compatible digital audio... -
Page 34: Playable Audio Fi Les
(mp3, wma, m4a). A fi le without the extension cannot be played. Also, do not put extension (mp3, wma, m4a) to a fi le that is not an audio fi le. For the fi le extensions, see "Playable audio fi les". CORE-A55/KAF-A55... -
Page 35: Order Of Playback Of Folders And Audio Fi Les
Order of playback of folders and audio fi les Among the audio fi les in an SD card, USB fl ash memory or USB audio player, the fi les in the Root directory are played fi rst. The following diagram shows how this system selects the stored audio fi les. Folder confi guration example ■... - Page 36 The saved data may be lost depending on the operating ● ● USB2.0 (Full speed) compatible. situations of the SD card. Kenwood will not assume any It is not permitted to connect a USB device through a USB liabilities for the damage incurred due to loss of saved ●...
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Page 37: Memory Backup
Care and storage of device Caution for transport or movement Main unit Before transporting or moving the system, prepare it as described below. Do not place in the following locations. Place exposed to direct sunlight. ● 1 Turn the system OFF and disconnect the external Place subjected to excessive humidity or dirt. -
Page 38: Glossary
D-IN Unlock No digital component is connected to the D-IN terminal. D-IN NonPCM A signal other than PCM signal is input to the D-IN terminal. No File There is no audio file that can be played with this system. CORE-A55/KAF-A55... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting A trouble with the system does not always mean the failure. Before calling for service, check the following table according to the symptom of trouble. Amplifi er/speaker blocks Symptom Remedy See page Reconnect the cords properly. ● Increase the volume level. ●... - Page 40 Troubleshooting Component connected to D.AUDIO connector Symptom Remedy See page Kenwood digital audio player cannot Connect using the connection cable (separately available). ● be controlled from the main unit or Check if a compatible model is connected. ● remote control unit.
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Page 41: Resetting The System
Resetting the system Symptom Check points & remedy The system may malfunction due to unplugged and plugging of a cable while the system is ON or to an extraneous cause. In this case, reset the system with the following steps. Resetting the microcomputer results in erasing the setups of the system and returns it to the factory-shipped condition. -
Page 42: Specifi Cations
Max. dimensions Horizontal installation …………………… Width 170 mm cushions (incl. ) Height 42 mm Depth 144 mm Vertical installation (incl. stand) ………… Width 82 mm Height 179 mm Depth 154 mm Weight ………………………………………………740 g Weight (incl. stand) ……………………………………790 g CORE-A55/KAF-A55... - Page 43 Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries (applicable for EU countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems) Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. in the United as household waste.
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Page 44: For Your Records
For your records Record the serial number, found on the back 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.