Kenwood M-515-S User Manual

M-515, Sound and other adjustments connections, Instruction manual

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CAUTION: Proper Ventilation

Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the
ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or
cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage,
locate the apparatus as follows:

Front: No obstructions and open spacing.
Sides/Top/Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas
indicated by the dimensions in the illustration.
Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air
path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of
10 cm or more.

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2.

3.

Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically
to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple
is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note
that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

COMPACT Hi-Fi COMPONENT SYSTEM

© 2010 Kenwood Corporation

LVT2196-001A [E, X]

M-515

0910YOMMDWDAT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD
SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE,
IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE
PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED "DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S
ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT
MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN
EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO
ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF
IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.

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

Sleep Timer

Specify the time (in minutes).

To check the remaining time until the System shuts off,
press SLEEP once.

Daily Timer

By using Daily Timer, you can wake up with your favorite
music.

Set the clock before using Daily Timer (see “Setting the
clock” in “Initial settings”).
You can store three Daily Timer settings.
Tune into a station, insert a disc, or connect a USB mass
storage class device/iPod to the System beforehand.

1

Select a Daily Timer number.

2

3

Set the timer contents.

Hour and minute for the on-time and off-time
Playback source

For “TUNER FM”: Select a preset number. (To preset
stations, see “Presetting stations” in “FM radio.”)
For “CD” or “USB”: Select a track number. (For MP3/
WMA: Select a group, then a track number.)

Volume

To correct a misentry during the process, press
CANCEL. You can return to the previous step.



4

Press TIMER repeatedly to exit from the setting.

5

Turn off the System.

The STANDBY lamp starts flashing.

While on standby, the timer indicator ( ) is not
displayed.

To cancel a Daily Timer

1

Select a Daily Timer number.

2

Cancel the selected Daily Timer.

The timer indicator is turned off.

The timer contents are kept.

3

Press TIMER repeatedly to exit from the setting.

Auto Standby

You can turn off the System automatically.

“A.STBY” and “SET” appear alternately.

The A.STBY indicator starts flashing after playback
stops. If no operation is done for about 3 minutes, the
System is turned off.
This function cannot be used when “TUNER FM” or
“AUDIO IN” is selected as the source.
This function does not work when Sleep Timer is
activated.
This function does not work for iPod mini (1st and 2nd
Generations), iPod photo (4th Generation) or iPod (4th
Generation).

Lithium coin battery
(product number: CR2025)

Sound adjustments

Fade muting

To drop the volume in a moment

To restore the volume, press again or adjust the
volume level.

Sound Turbo

To emphasize the sound

Hyper Bass Sound (HBS)

To reinforce the bass sound

Bass and treble levels

1

2

Adjust the level.

Display settings

Display/illumination brightness

You can dim the display window and illumination.

Display information

You can change the information shown on the display.

Ex.: During playback of a CD...

The information shown on the display differs
depending on the source.

Compatible iPod models

iPod model

Audio

Video

iPod nano (5th Generation)

iPod nano (4th Generation)

iPod nano (3rd Generation)

iPod nano (2nd Generation)

iPod nano (1st Generation)

iPod touch (3rd Generation)

iPod touch (2nd Generation)

iPod touch (1st Generation)

iPod classic

iPod video (5th Generation)

iPod photo (4th Generation)

*

iPod (4th Generation)

iPod mini (2nd Generation)

iPod mini (1st Generation)

iPhone 3GS

iPhone 3G

Only for still picture

If iPod does not play correctly, update iPod software to the
latest version.

*

Canceling the display demonstration

When you plug in and turn on the System, the
display demonstration starts automatically if no
operation is done for about 2 minutes.

To cancel the display demonstration

Setting the clock

1

“CLOCK” and “ADJUST” appear alternately.

2

3

Adjust the hour and minute.

To go back to the previous step, press CANCEL.

The clock is not shown on the display until you
set it.
The clock may gain or lose 1 to 2 minutes per
month. You may need to readjust the clock
periodically.

Supplied accessories

After unpacking, check to make sure that you have all
the following items:

Remote control: RC-F0515E (× 1)
Lithium coin battery CR2025 (× 1)

The battery has been installed in the remote
control when shipped from the factory.

FM antenna (× 1)

If anything is missing, consult your dealer immediately.


CAUTION

Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach. If a child accidentally swallows the battery, consult a doctor
immediately.
To prevent the battery from overheating, cracking, or starting a fire:

Do not recharge, short, disassemble or heat the battery or dispose of it in a fire.
Do not leave the battery with other metallic materials.
Wrap the battery with tape and insulate when throwing away or saving it.
Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar tools.

Dispose of battery in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local regulations.
The battery (battery pack or battery installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat source such as sunshine, fire or
the like.

CAUTION for lithium battery

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.





Getting started

Red

Black

From left speaker

From right speaker

FM antenna (supplied): Extend it so that you can obtain the best reception.

Maintenance

To get the best performance of the System, keep your discs
and the mechanism clean.

Handling discs

Remove the disc from its case by holding it at the edge
while pressing the center hole lightly.
Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc, or bend the
disc.
Put the disc back in its case after use.
Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc when
placing it back in its case.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, temperature extremes,
and moisture.

To clean the disc:
Wipe the disc with a soft cloth in a straight line from center
to edge.

Cleaning the System

Stains should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the System
is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth soaked in water-
diluted neutral detergent and wrung well, then wipe
clean with a dry cloth.
Since the System may deteriorate in quality, become
damaged or get its paint peeled off, be careful about the
following:

DO NOT wipe it hard.
DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine.
DO NOT apply any volatile substances such as
insecticides to it.
DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in contact
for a long time.




Sound and other adjustments

Connections

Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.

In this manual...

The remote control buttons are used for explaining the
operations unless mentioned otherwise. However, if the
System has the same or similar button names, they can
also be used for the operations.
“File” and “track” are used interchangeably.

Specifications

Main unit
General

Power source:

For European models

AC 230 V

, 50 Hz

For Australian models

AC 240 V

, 50 Hz

Power consumption at operation:

22 W

Power consumption in standby mode:

1 W or less

Dimensions (W × H × D) [including projecting parts]:

165 mm × 250 mm × 229 mm

Weight (approx.):

2.3 kg

Audio output

Analog sound output:

Speakers × 2

Output power
(IEC 268-3):

20 W + 20 W at 6 Ω (10% THD)

Fitting impedance:

6 Ω – 16 Ω

Audio input

Sound input:

AUDIO IN × 1

NORMAL:

500 mV/47 kΩ

HIGH: 250

mV/47

iPod × 1:

DC 5 V

500 mA

Video out:

Composite

USB

Compatible with USB 2.0 Full-Speed
Compatible device:

USB mass storage class device

Compatible file system:

FAT16, FAT32

Output power:

DC 5 V

500 mA

Tuner

FM tuner:

Receiving frequency:

87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz

Antenna:

75 Ω - unbalanced type

Speaker

Type: Bass-reflex

type

Speaker:

Full range: 10 cm

Power handling capacity:

20 W

Impedance: 6

Ω

Dimensions (W × H × D) [including projecting parts]:

140 mm × 250 mm × 135 mm

Weight (approx.) (1 speaker):

1.3 kg

Supplied accessories
See “Supplied accessories” in “Getting started.”

Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.







Red

(On the main unit)

(Hold)

Main unit

Speaker

Speaker

Main unit

Troubleshooting

If you are having a problem with your System, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service.

General
Power does not come on.

\ Power plug is not inserted securely. Plug it in securely.

Adjustments or settings are suddenly
canceled before you finish.

\ There is a time limit. Start the procedure again.

Unable to operate the System from the
remote control.

\ The path between the remote control and the remote sensor on the

System is blocked.

\ The battery is exhausted.

No sound is heard.

\ Speaker connections are incorrect or loose.

\ Headphones are connected.

\ Set the volume control to proper sound level.

FM radio
Hard to listen to broadcasts because of
noise.

\ Antenna connection is incorrect or loose.

\ The FM antenna is not properly extended and positioned.

\ Electrostatic discharge from your body may cause noise. If this

happens, turn the System off then on again.

iPod
The iPod does not play, but “CONNECT”
appears on the display.

\ The iPod battery is low or exhausted. Charge the iPod battery.

“PLEASE IPOD CHECK” appears on the
display.

\ The iPod is not connected properly.

Disc/USB
The disc/USB mass storage class device
does not play.

\ The disc is placed upside down. Place the disc with the label side

facing up.

\ The disc is recorded using “packet writing (UDF file system).” It cannot

be played.

\ The USB mass storage class device is not connected properly.

“NO FILE” appears on the display.

\ MP3/WMA files are not recorded on the disc or USB mass storage class

device.

Groups and tracks are not played back as
you expect.

\ Playing order is determined when the groups and tracks are recorded.

It depends on the writing application.

The disc/USB mass storage class device
sound is discontinuous.

\ The disc is scratched or dirty.

\ MP3/WMA files have not been properly recorded onto the USB mass

storage class device.

Sound from the USB mass storage class
device is interrupted.

\ Noise and static electricity may stop the sound. In this case, disconnect

and connect the USB mass storage class device again after turning off
the System.

The disc tray does not open or close.

\ The AC power cord is not plugged in.

\ Disc ejection is prohibited. “LOCKED” appears (see “Prohibiting disc

ejection” in “Disc/USB”).

Timers
Daily Timer does not work.

\ The System was turned on when the on-time came. The timer starts

working only when the System is turned off.

\ When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure occurs, the

timer will be canceled. You need to set the clock first, then the timer
again. (See “Setting the clock” in “Initial settings” and “Daily Timer” in
“Timers” on the right.)

If the System does not work correctly, disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet, wait for a while, then
connect the cord again.
Kenwood corporation bears no responsibility for any loss of data in USB mass storage class device or iPod while using
this System.

Initial settings

DIMMER 2

DIMMER 1

DIM OFF

Current track’s elapsed time

Clock

TURBO ON

TURBOOFF

HBS ON

HBS OFF

Timers

CLOCK ADJUST

Exit from the setting

TIMER-1

TIMER-2

TIMER-3

Monitor

To view video/picture from the iPod

Playable disc/file types

This System can play back...

Audio CD and CD-R/CD-RW in Audio CD format
MP3/WMA files on a CD-R/CD-RW (ISO 9660 format) or
USB mass storage class device (maximum data transfer
rate: 2 Mbps)

This System cannot play “packet write” discs.
This System can recognize up to 99 groups and 999 tracks
on a disc and USB mass storage class device.
For MP3/WMA playback...

Some MP3/WMA files may not be played back due to
their recording conditions.
Files created with the following functions provided with
Windows Media™ Player 9 or after cannot be played
back:
• WMA Professional
• WMA Lossless
• WMA Voice
This System can play only discs of ISO 9660 Level 1 or
Level 2.
This System can play back MP3/WMA recorded at the
following sampling frequency and bitrate.

MP3

Sampling frequency:
Bitrate:

32/44.1/48 kHz
32 kbps –
320 kbps (VBR*)

WMA

Sampling frequency:
Bitrate:

32/44.1/48 kHz
48 kbps –
192 kbps (VBR*)

*Audio files encoded in VBR (Variable Bitrate) may

contain data outside the compatible bitrate of this
system. Such audio files containing incompatible
bitrates cannot be played back.

It is recommended to record each file at a sampling rate
of 44.1 kHz and at a bitrate of 128 kbps.
This System can show the Tag data.

For playback of files on a USB mass storage class device...

You cannot play back files larger than 2 GB.
This System may not play back some USB mass storage
class devices and does not support DRM (Digital Rights
Management).




Composite video
cord (not supplied)

To a wall outlet

Exit from the setting

CLOCK ADJUST

TIMER-1

TIMER-2

TIMER-3

BASS

TREB

SLEEP 10

SLEEP 20

SLEEP 30

SLEEP180

SLEEPOFF

To composite video input

Prepare the remote control

When you use the remote control for the first time, pull out the insulation sheet.

To replace the battery in the remote control

(Hold)

A.STBY SET

A.STBY CANCEL

ENGLISH

ENGLISH

Read Safety instructions and others carefully before
using the System.

CAUTION for outdoor antenna installation

Since antenna installation necessitates skill and experience, always consult
your dealer before installation. The antenna should be placed at a distance
from the power distribution wires. Otherwise, an electric shock accident may
occur if the antenna falls down.

NOTES:

Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords or the power cord.
Also, keep the antenna away from metallic parts of the System, connecting cords, and the AC power cord.
Otherwise, it could cause poor reception.
When connecting the speaker cords, match the polarities of the speaker terminals: red to (+) and black to
(–).
DO NOT connect more than one speaker to each terminal.
Use only speakers with the same speaker impedance as indicated by the speaker terminals on the rear of
the System.
DO NOT allow the conductor of the speaker cords to come into contact with the metallic parts of the
System.
The supplied speakers are not magnetically shieled. Keep enough distance between the speakers and a
TV, otherwise the color on the TV screen could be affected.


Do not unplug the AC power cord before turning off the System. Some of the settings you have
made will be lost if you do so.

Front view

Side view

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