Kenwood KA 8100 Owners Manual

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INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this manual is to acquaint you
with the operating features of your new amplifier.
You will notice that in every detail of planning,
engineering, styling, operating convenience, and
adaptability, we have sought to anticipate your
needs and desires.

We suggest that you read this manual carefully.
Knowing how to set up your amplifier, to the best
advantage, will enhance your listening pleasure right
from the start. You will also become aware of the
ease with which you can adjust your amplifier to
meet your special requirements.

SERIAL NUMBER

Record your SERlAL NUMBER on the spaces
designated on the warranty card. You will find
the serial number on the back of the unit.

AFTER UNPACKING

After unpacking, we recommend you inspect
and examine the unit for any possible 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 com-
pany without delay. Only the consignee (the per-
son or company receiving the unit) can file a claim
against the carrier for shipping damage.

We recommend you retain the original carton
and packing materials to prevent any damage
should you transport or ship your unit in the fu-
ture.

PRECAUTIONS CONCERNING INSTALLATION

(a) Avoid locations subject to direct sunlight.

(b) Avoid high or low temperature extremes.

(c) Keep the amplifier away from heat radiating
source.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.

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AC VOLTAGE SELECTION

The KA-8100 operates on 110 ~ 120 volts or
220 ~ 240 volts AC. Before operating the unit,
make sure that the position of the AC Voltage
Selector Switch matches your line voltage. If not,
it must be changed to the proper setting in accord-
ance with the instructions below.

Note:
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive
line voltagedue to improper setting of the AC Voltage
Selector Switch.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PRIOR TO SWITCHING POWER ON

VOLUME control at - w .

GAIN control at O.

3. TAPE DUBBING, TAPE MONITOR switch
at SOURCE.

4. SPEAKERS switch at correct position for

speakers to be driven: A, B, A+B.

MODE switch at STEREO position.

BALANCE, BASS and TREBLE controls at

center position.

7. TU RNOVER switch at OFF position.

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RADIO RECEPTION

I. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch to TUNER.

. Operate the tuner as usual.

3. Use the VOLUME, BASS, TREB LE, BAL-
ANCE, etc. controls to adjust sound as desired
and to match the acoustic conditions of your
room.

TURNTABLE OPERATION

1. If the turntable is connected to the PHONO 1
inputs, set the INPUT SELECTOR switch at
PHONO 1. Ifthe turntable is connected to
the PHONO 2 inputs, set the INPUT SELEC-
TOR switch to position PHONO 2.

Set the turntable in operation.

Use the VOLUME, TREBLE, BALANCE,etc.,
controls to obtain the desired listening volume
and tonal quality.

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TAPE DECK OPERATION
TAPE MONITORING

If you use the amplifier with 3-head type tape
decks, you can check the sound quality of the
recording that is being made by momentarily com-
paring the recorded signal with the source signal as
follows: Set the TAPE (MONITOR) switch to A
(or B) to monitor the recorded sound. Set the
TAPE (MONITOR) switch to SOURCE to monitor
the source signal before it is recorded.

WHEN RECORDING WITH ONE TAPE DECK

Connect the tape deck to either the TAPE A
jacks or TAPE B jacks on the rear panel.

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Recording

1. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch to the
desired program source.
Set the TAPE (MONITOR) switch to A or B,
whichever side the tape deck is connected.

2. Recording level should be adjusted with the
volume control of your tape deck.

3. Recording is not affected by the VOLUME,
BASS, TREBLE, FILTER, LOUDNESS, etc.,
controls of the amplifier.

WHEN RECORDING WITH TWO TAPE DECKS

Connect one tape deck to TAPE A jacks and
the other to TAPE B jacks on the rear panel.

Recording

1. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch to the
desired program source.

2. Set the TAPE (MONITOR, DUBBING) switch
to SOURCE.

3. Recordings can now be made into both tape
decks simultaneously.
To monitor these recordings, use the TAPE
(MONITOR) switch as follows: Set it to A
to monitor the recording being made with the
tape deck connected to TAPE A jacks. Set
it to B to monitor the recording being made
in the tape deck connected to TAPE B jacks.

4. Recording levels should be adjusted exactly
as described previously for single tape deck

operation.

Playback

1. The INPUT SELECTOR switch can be at any
position.

2. Set the TAPE (MONITOR) switch to the cor-
responding position (A or B).
3. Adjust volume and tonal quality.

Dubbing

Tape recordings may be easily duplicated from
one tape deck to another with minimal loss of
quality by setting the TAPE (DUBBING) switch
to (A > B) or (B > A) as follows:

1. The INPUT SELECTOR switch can be at any
position.

2. Set the TAPE (DUBBING) switch to (A > B)
when it is desired to copy recorded material