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O T: Kenwood Hi-Fi System Help ?
I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does
work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I was wondering if, long shot I know, if anyone knew anything about this system and if they could give any further info on the cables so that I could possibly make some if I can find the components required. Kindest regards, Jim G |
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Worth Googling for the service manual or circuit diagram. Most older ones
are out there somewhere. -- *Why is a boxing ring square? Dave Plowman London SW To e-mail, change noise into sound. |
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"the_constructor" wrote in message ... I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I was wondering if, long shot I know, if anyone knew anything about this system and if they could give any further info on the cables so that I could possibly make some if I can find the components required. Many moons ago I recall having a play with a Kenwood system. It had control cables which I think were 3.5 mm stereo jacks at each end that went between the units. I don't think there was anything special about them. Have a look on the back of the units and you should find the sockets IIRC. |
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On Feb 17, 11:25*am, "the_constructor"
wrote: I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently *the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I was wondering if, long shot I know, if anyone knew anything about this system and if they could give any further info on the cables so that I could possibly make some if I can find the components required. Kindest regards, Jim G There are both audio and control cables between these units. Just looking at an A-54 amp, it has two pairs of phono connectors for preamp out and power amp in. Your graphic equaliser should use all of these. On the A-54, there appears to be no bypass within the amp, so if you want the amp to work without the EQ, you will need to connect the centres of the preamp out phonos to the centres of the power amp ins. For the control links, some Kenwoods use mini jacks, but some including this A-54 use cables with flat multipin connectors. AFAIK only two conductors are connected on each connector, so the system might be the same as that with mini jacks. So, if you have the flat connectors, then you will need to obtain original cables, or wire up yourself, possibly using single wires with single pins. Manuals are easy to find, and show the connections. Check the fuses if there are any. Ian |
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the_constructor writes I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I have, tucked away upstairs, a similar system I bought in Indonesia 25 years ago.; The amp is an A-45 , but, I presume more or less the same. It has both power and control cables linking the tuner, amp and GE modules I'll take a look tomorrow -- geoff |
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"geoff" wrote in message ... In message , the_constructor writes I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I have, tucked away upstairs, a similar system I bought in Indonesia 25 years ago.; The amp is an A-45 , but, I presume more or less the same. It has both power and control cables linking the tuner, amp and GE modules I'll take a look tomorrow -- geoff Many thanks Geoff. Look forward to hearing from you soon Jim G |
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On 19/02/2012 21:28, geoff wrote:
In message , the_constructor writes I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I have, tucked away upstairs, a similar system I bought in Indonesia 25 years ago.; The amp is an A-45 , but, I presume more or less the same. It has both power and control cables linking the tuner, amp and GE modules I'll take a look tomorrow A quick google image search found this for the A-85. Note socket bottom right labelled T-85. http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/9/pict2140jpg.jpg/ http://www.avforums.com/forums/attac...8112009050.jpg And above for the A-82. Similar connector, labelled as a power connector - and also separate control connections. I don't see the latter in the T-85 picture unless they are off-photo.... so it's integrated as suggested by the OP. Of course, a service manual will be on the webs somewere to reveal all. It's an illusive thing at present, mouse is complaining of too much wiggle. -- Adrian C |
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On 19/02/2012 23:10, Adrian C wrote:
Of course, a service manual will be on the webs somewere to reveal all. It's an illusive thing at present, mouse is complaining of too much wiggle. Following page claims the A-93 is similar http://www.hifi-wiki.com/index.php/Kenwood_A-85 A user manual for this is here. http://inform3.kenwoodusa.com/manuals/midim93.pdf -- Adrian C |
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Adrian C wrote:
Of course, a service manual will be on the webs somewere to reveal all. It's an illusive thing at present, You mean its casting spells to conceal itself? Wow! 54th level sorceror and all that? mouse is complaining of too much wiggle. I'll pass over that... |
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"the_constructor" wrote in message o.uk... "geoff" wrote in message ... In message , the_constructor writes I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I have, tucked away upstairs, a similar system I bought in Indonesia 25 years ago.; The amp is an A-45 , but, I presume more or less the same. It has both power and control cables linking the tuner, amp and GE modules I'll take a look tomorrow -- geoff Many thanks Geoff. Look forward to hearing from you soon Jim G I seem to recall that the control cable is basically a set of loop-through 3.5 mm jack to 3.5 mm jack. I used to repair a lot of these systems for a company some years back, and I have it amongst the cobwebs of my mind, that these systems are very critical of the 'order' in which the individual items are bussed. I'm thinking particularly of the graphic and tape deck, which I seem to recall are particularly 'strange' in the way that they interconnect. If you don't get everything right, the remote control doesn't work. I remember keeping a copy of the user manual filed away, with a hand-drawn diagram of my own, so odd was it. If you have any issues with getting it all to work, shout me direct, or on here, and I'll see if I can fish out the diagrams, as I'm sure I must still have them. Arfa |
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In message , Arfa Daily
writes "the_constructor" wrote in message news:Itidncmr5tzT5tzSnZ2dnUVZ7vWdnZ2d@brightview. co.uk... "geoff" wrote in message ... In message , the_constructor writes I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I have, tucked away upstairs, a similar system I bought in Indonesia 25 years ago.; The amp is an A-45 , but, I presume more or less the same. It has both power and control cables linking the tuner, amp and GE modules I'll take a look tomorrow -- geoff Many thanks Geoff. Look forward to hearing from you soon Jim G I seem to recall that the control cable is basically a set of loop-through 3.5 mm jack to 3.5 mm jack. I used to repair a lot of these systems for a company some years back, and I have it amongst the cobwebs of my mind, that these systems are very critical of the 'order' in which the individual items are bussed. I'm thinking particularly of the graphic and tape deck, which I seem to recall are particularly 'strange' in the way that they interconnect. If you don't get everything right, the remote control doesn't work. I remember keeping a copy of the user manual filed away, with a hand-drawn diagram of my own, so odd was it. If you have any issues with getting it all to work, shout me direct, or on here, and I'll see if I can fish out the diagrams, as I'm sure I must still have them. Arfa Mine has a sub min "D" type 4 way connector for the power bus (as someone showed in a photo last night It also has a three way control bus with the connectors set in a triangular pattern. The only constraint on it is that the cable is physically long enough. But, mine was the 45 not the 85 -- geoff |
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"Arfa Daily" wrote in message ... "the_constructor" wrote in message o.uk... "geoff" wrote in message ... In message , the_constructor writes I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I have, tucked away upstairs, a similar system I bought in Indonesia 25 years ago.; The amp is an A-45 , but, I presume more or less the same. It has both power and control cables linking the tuner, amp and GE modules I'll take a look tomorrow -- geoff Many thanks Geoff. Look forward to hearing from you soon Jim G I seem to recall that the control cable is basically a set of loop-through 3.5 mm jack to 3.5 mm jack. I used to repair a lot of these systems for a company some years back, and I have it amongst the cobwebs of my mind, that these systems are very critical of the 'order' in which the individual items are bussed. I'm thinking particularly of the graphic and tape deck, which I seem to recall are particularly 'strange' in the way that they interconnect. If you don't get everything right, the remote control doesn't work. I remember keeping a copy of the user manual filed away, with a hand-drawn diagram of my own, so odd was it. If you have any issues with getting it all to work, shout me direct, or on here, and I'll see if I can fish out the diagrams, as I'm sure I must still have them. Arfa Arfa, the lead has a rectangular plug on the end with, in the middle, what looks like 3 pins in a 13amp plug configuration, but not as big and the holes are round about 1mm Jim G |
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"The Natural Philosopher" wrote in message ... Adrian C wrote: Of course, a service manual will be on the webs somewere to reveal all. It's an illusive thing at present, You mean its casting spells to conceal itself? Wow! 54th level sorceror and all that? mouse is complaining of too much wiggle. I'll pass over that... Below are pictures showing the sockets for the plugs that I need on the back of the Kenwood A85 Amp, T-85L tuner etc http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Jim G |
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the_constructor wrote:
http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Did you buy that camera secondhand from TMH ;-) |
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"Adrian C" wrote in message ... On 19/02/2012 23:10, Adrian C wrote: Of course, a service manual will be on the webs somewere to reveal all. It's an illusive thing at present, mouse is complaining of too much wiggle. Following page claims the A-93 is similar http://www.hifi-wiki.com/index.php/Kenwood_A-85 A user manual for this is here. http://inform3.kenwoodusa.com/manuals/midim93.pdf -- Adrian C Below are pictures showing the sockets for the plugs that I need on the back of the Kenwood A85 Amp, T-85L tuner etc http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Jim G |
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the_constructor wrote: Below are pictures showing the sockets for the plugs that I need on the back of the Kenwood A85 Amp, T-85L tuner etc http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Did you put the camera between your glasses and your eye? -- *No radio - Already stolen. Dave Plowman London SW To e-mail, change noise into sound. |
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"the_constructor" wrote in message o.uk... "Adrian C" wrote in message ... On 19/02/2012 23:10, Adrian C wrote: Of course, a service manual will be on the webs somewere to reveal all. It's an illusive thing at present, mouse is complaining of too much wiggle. Following page claims the A-93 is similar http://www.hifi-wiki.com/index.php/Kenwood_A-85 A user manual for this is here. http://inform3.kenwoodusa.com/manuals/midim93.pdf -- Adrian C Below are pictures showing the sockets for the plugs that I need on the back of the Kenwood A85 Amp, T-85L tuner etc http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Jim G I admit the pics are a bit on the crap side, I will try to do better tomorrow. Jim G |
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the_constructor writes "the_constructor" wrote in message news:IbednYuWXMvidtnSnZ2dnUVZ7tSdnZ2d@brightview. co.uk... "Adrian C" wrote in message ... On 19/02/2012 23:10, Adrian C wrote: Of course, a service manual will be on the webs somewere to reveal all. It's an illusive thing at present, mouse is complaining of too much wiggle. Following page claims the A-93 is similar http://www.hifi-wiki.com/index.php/Kenwood_A-85 A user manual for this is here. http://inform3.kenwoodusa.com/manuals/midim93.pdf -- Adrian C Below are pictures showing the sockets for the plugs that I need on the back of the Kenwood A85 Amp, T-85L tuner etc http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/.../Kenwood_Socke t-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/.../Kenwood_Socke t-2.jpg I admit the pics are a bit on the crap side, I will try to do better tomorrow. I took some earlier both plugs and sockets Not the best, but better than yours I have nothing to reduce the size of them on this machine, I'll post them tomorrow -- geoff |
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geoff wrote: I took some earlier both plugs and sockets Not the best, but better than yours I have nothing to reduce the size of them on this machine, I'll post them tomorrow IIRC, Photobucket allows you to do this after uploading. -- *I pretend to work. - they pretend to pay me. Dave Plowman London SW To e-mail, change noise into sound. |
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"Dave Plowman (News)" wrote:
In article , geoff wrote: I took some earlier both plugs and sockets Not the best, but better than yours I have nothing to reduce the size of them on this machine, I'll post them tomorrow IIRC, Photobucket allows you to do this after uploading. Which is a daft way to do it when most PCs have software already installed that will do the job and there are squillions of free graphics programs available to do the job, singly or in batches. Irfanview to name but one. Given the size of modern digital camera picture files and the relatively slow upload speed most of us "enjoy"' it's just daft not to resize first. Tim |
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"Dave Plowman (News)" wrote in message ... In article , geoff wrote: I took some earlier both plugs and sockets Not the best, but better than yours I have nothing to reduce the size of them on this machine, I'll post them tomorrow IIRC, Photobucket allows you to do this after uploading. -- *I pretend to work. - they pretend to pay me. Dave Plowman London SW To e-mail, change noise into sound. Here's my second attempt:- Its the plug for the socket in the middle of the picture that I need http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Jim G |
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"Tim" wrote in message ... "Dave Plowman (News)" wrote: In article , geoff wrote: I took some earlier both plugs and sockets Not the best, but better than yours I have nothing to reduce the size of them on this machine, I'll post them tomorrow IIRC, Photobucket allows you to do this after uploading. Which is a daft way to do it when most PCs have software already installed that will do the job and there are squillions of free graphics programs available to do the job, singly or in batches. Irfanview to name but one. Given the size of modern digital camera picture files and the relatively slow upload speed most of us "enjoy"' it's just daft not to resize first. Tim Here's my second attempt:- Its the plug for the socket in the middle of the picture that I need http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Jim G |
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, Tim wrote: "Dave Plowman (News)" wrote: In article , geoff wrote: I took some earlier both plugs and sockets Not the best, but better than yours I have nothing to reduce the size of them on this machine, I'll post them tomorrow IIRC, Photobucket allows you to do this after uploading. Which is a daft way to do it when most PCs have software already installed that will do the job and there are squillions of free graphics programs available to do the job, singly or in batches. Irfanview to name but one. But Geoff said he can't do it 'on this machine'... Given the size of modern digital camera picture files and the relatively slow upload speed most of us "enjoy"' it's just daft not to resize first. When taking a pic for a specific purpose, why not just set the camera to the pixel size best suited? Tim -- *When blondes have more fun, do they know it? Dave Plowman London SW To e-mail, change noise into sound. |
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the_constructor wrote: Here's my second attempt:- Its the plug for the socket in the middle of the picture that I need http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Right - I think those are known as Equipment outlets. I have one on a Yamaha amp. Sort of pre-dates IEC connectors, in Japan at least. Had the very devil of a job finding a plug for one years ago - and could only find a two pin. The easiest answer might be to change those outlets for IEC ones. -- *If a turtle doesn't have a shell, is he homeless or naked? Dave Plowman London SW To e-mail, change noise into sound. |
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On 23/02/2012 15:21, Dave Plowman (News) wrote:
In articleW7udnUibqs0UydvSnZ2dnUVZ8i2dnZ2d@brightvie w.co.uk, wrote: Here's my second attempt:- Its the plug for the socket in the middle of the picture that I need http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Right - I think those are known as Equipment outlets. I have one on a Yamaha amp. Sort of pre-dates IEC connectors, in Japan at least. Had the very devil of a job finding a plug for one years ago - and could only find a two pin. The easiest answer might be to change those outlets for IEC ones. Nope, it's to the left of that (It's not the mains connector). That's not a bad Samsumg camera (ES55?), but looks like the photographer is broken. er, opps... ;-) -- Adrian C |
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"Adrian C" wrote in message ... On 23/02/2012 15:21, Dave Plowman (News) wrote: In articleW7udnUibqs0UydvSnZ2dnUVZ8i2dnZ2d@brightvie w.co.uk, wrote: Here's my second attempt:- Its the plug for the socket in the middle of the picture that I need http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-1.jpg http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/...d_Socket-2.jpg Right - I think those are known as Equipment outlets. I have one on a Yamaha amp. Sort of pre-dates IEC connectors, in Japan at least. Had the very devil of a job finding a plug for one years ago - and could only find a two pin. The easiest answer might be to change those outlets for IEC ones. Nope, it's to the left of that (It's not the mains connector). That's not a bad Samsumg camera (ES55?), but looks like the photographer is broken. er, opps... ;-) -- Adrian C The camera was repaired by an idiot who is supposed to know about such things, and I have never been happy with it since, so looks as that will go on recycle soon. Jim G |
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Adrian C wrote: Right - I think those are known as Equipment outlets. I have one on a Yamaha amp. Sort of pre-dates IEC connectors, in Japan at least. Had the very devil of a job finding a plug for one years ago - and could only find a two pin. The easiest answer might be to change those outlets for IEC ones. Nope, it's to the left of that (It's not the mains connector). Sorry - so out of focus here I can't make them out. I'll need to send them to CSI. ;-) That's not a bad Samsumg camera (ES55?), but looks like the photographer is broken. er, opps... ;-) Whatever. ;-) -- *Don't squat with your spurs on * Dave Plowman London SW To e-mail, change noise into sound. |
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On 17/02/2012 11:25, the_constructor wrote:
I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I was wondering if, long shot I know, if anyone knew anything about this system and if they could give any further info on the cables so that I could possibly make some if I can find the components required. Found a service manual here, it's $4.99 http://www.kenwood.owner-manuals.com...l-KENWOOD.html From that you'll find part numbers for the cable, though if it was me I'd be hacking inside, tracing the connections back (to acertain which is data and ground, and that they connect like that both ends) unsoldering the sockets and substituting with something cheap like minature molex (commonly used for PC interconnects). But that's me -- Adrian C |
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"Dave Plowman (News)" wrote in message ... Given the size of modern digital camera picture files and the relatively slow upload speed most of us "enjoy"' it's just daft not to resize first. When taking a pic for a specific purpose, why not just set the camera to the pixel size best suited? On the three cameras I use you can take it in full resolution and then save a copy at a lower resolution later if required. |
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-septembe r.org, Tim writes "Dave Plowman (News)" wrote: In article , geoff wrote: I took some earlier both plugs and sockets Not the best, but better than yours I have nothing to reduce the size of them on this machine, I'll post them tomorrow IIRC, Photobucket allows you to do this after uploading. Which is a daft way to do it when most PCs have software already installed that will do the job and there are squillions of free graphics programs available to do the job, singly or in batches. Irfanview to name but one. I reduced the photos with irfanview at work today and sent them to tC. I just don't have it on this machine, nor did I want to download it to this VM -- geoff |
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writes In article -septemb er.org, Tim wrote: "Dave Plowman (News)" wrote: In article , geoff wrote: I took some earlier both plugs and sockets Not the best, but better than yours I have nothing to reduce the size of them on this machine, I'll post them tomorrow IIRC, Photobucket allows you to do this after uploading. Which is a daft way to do it when most PCs have software already installed that will do the job and there are squillions of free graphics programs available to do the job, singly or in batches. Irfanview to name but one. But Geoff said he can't do it 'on this machine'... Given the size of modern digital camera picture files and the relatively slow upload speed most of us "enjoy"' it's just daft not to resize first. When taking a pic for a specific purpose, why not just set the camera to the pixel size best suited? Because I didn't think about it until after I'd taken the photos and I'm a lazy bugger at times Tim -- geoff |
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the_constructor writes The camera was repaired by an idiot who is supposed to know about such things, and I have never been happy with it since, so looks as that will go on recycle soon. Why not just post the photos I sent you today? -- geoff |
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"Adrian C" wrote in message ... On 17/02/2012 11:25, the_constructor wrote: I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I was wondering if, long shot I know, if anyone knew anything about this system and if they could give any further info on the cables so that I could possibly make some if I can find the components required. Found a service manual here, it's $4.99 http://www.kenwood.owner-manuals.com...l-KENWOOD.html From that you'll find part numbers for the cable, though if it was me I'd be hacking inside, tracing the connections back (to acertain which is data and ground, and that they connect like that both ends) unsoldering the sockets and substituting with something cheap like minature molex (commonly used for PC interconnects). But that's me -- Adrian C Although I haven't got a circuit diagram yet of the manual, some kind person donated to me the leads that I have been looking for as a result of me asking for help on these 2 groups. I am truly grateful for your assistance and all the information and help from others Jim G |
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El viernes, 17 de febrero de 2012, 12:25:38 (UTC+1), the_constructor escribió:
I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I was wondering if, long shot I know, if anyone knew anything about this system and if they could give any further info on the cables so that I could possibly make some if I can find the components required. Kindest regards, Jim G I'd found this on the web: http://www.manualscenter.com/manuals...l#.VaOa3_ntmqI (on page 2 - reference code for the system control cable) http://store.kenwoodusa.com/catalog.php?id=1185 (Description: This is the cable to connect to the green jacks on the back of most home electronics. This is used to allow remote operation. 30 Inches) It seems to be a 3.5 to 3.5 mini-jack cable connection. I hope it helps. |
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I'd have thought by now it is either solved or in the skip.
I note a lot of makes of that vintage used similar leads for things like starting tape decks when the cd started and timer starting and even some remote control actions from one central unit to the others, but all are slightly different of course. a subtle ploy to keep the buyer in the home camp so to speak. Brian -- From the Sofa of Brian Gaff Reply address is active wrote in message ... El viernes, 17 de febrero de 2012, 12:25:38 (UTC+1), the_constructor escribió: I have been given a Kenwood Hi-Fi system. Yes it is old and yes it does work, well partly anyway. Amp with CD player These are the parts included: All Kenwood T-85L Tuner DP-950 CD player GE-850 Graphic equaliser A-85 Amplifier I have been informed by a chap on eBay that I need a special cable to link the Tuner and the Graphic Equaliser to the amplifier. Apparently the amp sends control cables to the other parts in order to switch them on etc. I was wondering if, long shot I know, if anyone knew anything about this system and if they could give any further info on the cables so that I could possibly make some if I can find the components required. Kindest regards, Jim G I'd found this on the web: http://www.manualscenter.com/manuals...l#.VaOa3_ntmqI (on page 2 - reference code for the system control cable) http://store.kenwoodusa.com/catalog.php?id=1185 (Description: This is the cable to connect to the green jacks on the back of most home electronics. This is used to allow remote operation. 30 Inches) It seems to be a 3.5 to 3.5 mini-jack cable connection. I hope it helps. |
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