DMC-K3(EN) 4
For pleasant use
For handy reference, the remaining battery life is indicated on the display
while the unit is in operation.
Remote control
Main unit

Cautions regarding use of rechargeable battery

(Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery NB -150)

Battery indicator

÷When the remaining battery power drops, the battery indicator on the
main unit display blinks and the LCD display on the remote control unit is
reversed. If the unit continues to be used after this condition, the remote
control unit LCD shows “LoBATT” and the power is turned off automati-
cally.
LoBATT
÷Do not use any battery other than the specially provided rechargeable
battery. Use of another battery will damage the unit.
÷The battery is a rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride battery. Because of
the properties of this battery, it must be recharged at least once every 2
months, even if it is not used.
÷The battery can be recharged about 500 times.
÷If the battery is repeatedly recharged before its charge is completely used
up, the battery service time may gradually decrease. This is due to the
properties of the battery and does not indicate a malfunction. Allow the
battery to be used up completely and then charge it fully. If this procedure
is repeated several times, the rechargeable battery will display its proper
performance.
÷Replace the rechargeable battery with a new one when its service time
is short even after it has been charged. (Use the separately sold NB-150S
battery.)
÷A small amount of power is used even when the unit is turned OFF. If the
unit is not used for a long time, therefore, remove the battery and store
it in a safe place.
During battery charging or use of the unit, the battery may become
warm. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
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Notes
Since the MD is in a cartridge, it can be handled without worrying about dirt
or fingerprints. But soiling, warping, or other damage to the cartridge will
result in faulty operation. Take the following precautions to ensure that you
will always be able to enjoy the music on your MDs.
÷When affixing a label on the cartridge, take the following precautions and
affix it properly.
1 Properly affix the label in its prescribed place.
2 Do not affix a label over another label.
3 Avoid air bubbles and turned-back corners.
÷If the label is not properly affixed, it may get stuffed into the cartridge,
making it impossible to remove the disc.
÷If the label is not properly affixed, peel it off carefully and affix it properly.
÷Wipe with a dry, soft cloth.If the unit is very dirty, moisten the cloth slightly
and wipe off the dirt. Afterwards, make sure you wipe the unit dry with
a dry cloth.
÷Always keep the plugs of headphones etc. clean. Dirtyplugs can cause
noise or failure of remote control operation.
For pleasant use

Simple care

Condensation (of dew) may occur inside the unit when there is a great
difference in temperature between this unit and the outside.
This unit may not function properly if condensation occurs. In this case, leave
the unit for a few hours with the power left ON, and restart the operation after
the condensation has dried up.
Be specially cautious against condensation in a following circumstance:
When this unit is carried from a place to another across a large difference in
temperature, when the humidity in the room where this unit is installed
increases, etc.
1.Do not use chemicals like benzine, thinner, etc., as they can cause
deterioration and discoloration.
2.Do not apply oil to the unit, for this will cause it to malfunction.

Caution on condensation

Do Not Touch the MD Directly Storage Location

Handling of Mini Disc

Affixing the Label

When dirty

Taking care of plugs etc.

÷Do not open the shutter and di-
rectly touch the MD. Forcing the
shutter open will damage it.
÷Do not store MDs in direct
sunlight or in hot locations such
as car interiors or in humid lo-
cations.
÷Do not leave MDs on a beach
or other location where sand
or dirt can enter the cartridge.

Care and Maintenance

÷Using a dry cloth, wipe dirt or dust
off the cartridge at regular inter-
vals.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.
Action
÷Insert a MD into the unit.
÷Replace the disc with a
prerecorded MD when
playing it back.
÷Replace the MD.
÷Replace the MD.
In case of difficulty
Symptom Cause Remedy
÷The disc holder is not securely
closed.
÷The battery is depleted.
÷HOLD status is engaged.
÷The volume is at minimum
level.
÷The remote control or head-
phones are disconnected.
÷HOLD status is engaged.
÷The battery is depleted.
÷The remote control or head-
phone plug is not securely in-
serted.
÷The disc holder is not securely
closed.
÷The disc is scratched or dam-
aged or the recording is not
good.
÷The unit is in a place where
there is excessive vibration.
÷You are using commercial re-
chargeable battery.
÷The unit has become hot be-
cause of exposure to direct
sunlight etc.
÷You are using another AC
adaptor than the accessory
adaptor.
÷The AC adaptors has become
disconnected.
Unit fails to
turn ON.
÷Close disc holder securely.
÷Charge the battery.
÷Deactivate HOLD status.
÷Increase the volume.
÷Insert plug securely.
÷Deactivate HOLD status.
÷Charge the battery.
÷Insert plug securely.
÷Close disc holder securely.
÷Replace the MD.
÷Move the unit to a place
where there is little vibra-
tion or set to “PS off”.
÷Use the special recharge-
able battery (NB-150)
÷Wait until the unit has
cooled to normal tempera-
ture.
÷Use the accessory AC
adaptor.
÷Connect the AC adaptor
securely.
There is no
sound.
The unit does
not respond
to key opera-
tion.
Sound skips.

Troubleshooting

Message Meaning
÷There is no MD in the unit.
÷Nothing is recorded on this
MD.
÷The *UTOC contents are
faulty.
÷The disc is scratched or dam-
aged, so playback is not pos-
sible.
“BLANK ”
“noDISC”
“ERROR ”

Meaning of display messages

If you think the unit is not operating properly, check the symptoms
before requesting service.
*UTOC: A recordable MD has an area for recording so-called UTOC
(User's Table of Contents) data. The UTOC contains number
of tracks, playing time, written data, and other rewritable
information.
Battery does
not charge.

Resetting the unit

This system uses a microcomputer so it may malfunction due to external
noise or interference. In such a case, unplug the power cord and remove the
batteries, then plug the power cord again and insert the batteries again.

For CANADA

Canadian IC Compliance Notice

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or
modifications to this 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 B 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 interfer-
ence 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.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
System ........................... Mini disc digital audio system
Read method ................. Noncontact optical reading system (semicon-
ductor laser)
Sampling frequency...... 44.1 kHz
Audio compression ....... ATRAC (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding)
Number of channels...... 2 channels
Frequency response...... 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (± 3 dB)
Wow & flutter................ Less than unmeasurable limit (± 0.001 %
W.PEAK)
Input/Output terminal .. Remote control/Phones jack
Rated power output...... 7 mW+7 mW
Power source
DC IN jack (4–5.1V)
:Specially provided AC adaptor
:Car battery adaptor (sold separately, DC-C70)
DC 1.5V : Commercially sold AA alkaline battery (LR-6) × 1
DC 1.2V : Specially provided rechargeable battery (NB-150) × 1
(Charging time : About 3 hours)
Battery life (Fully charge, with “PS on” setting ON)
Specially provided rechargeable battery (NB-150) × 1......... Approx. 9 hours
Commercially sold AA alkaline battery (LR-6) × 1............... Approx. 10 hours
÷At 0.5mW+0.5mW output (16 Ω load ).
÷Standard value during continuous use/charging in an temperature of
25˚C.
÷Time of use may vary depending on battery maker, battery type, use
environment, and temperatute.
÷Time will be shorter when “PS off” Mode is set.
Dimensions (not including protruding parts)
W :99.9 mm (3-15/16”)
H :17.5 mm (11/16”)
D :75 mm (2-15/16”)
Weight (Net)............ 120 g (4.23 oz.)
not including the accessory rechargeable batter
145 g (5.11 oz.)
including the accessory rechargeable battery
Specifications

For the U.S.A.

FCC WARNING:

1.KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in develop-
ment. For reason specifications may be changed without notice.
2.The full performance may not be exhibited in an extremely cold
location (under a water-freezing temperature).
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Notes
NOTICE : This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian interference-Caussig Equipment Regulations.