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12 VDC Out

Sends a 12 V power on/off signal via a 12 V trigger
cable to other Krell components and to other devices
that incorporate 12 V power on/off trigger input.

When the KID is in the operational mode and a trig-
ger is enabled, the 12 VDC Out provides 12 V of DC
output. When the KID is in the stand-by mode or off,
or if a trigger is not enabled, the DC output is 0 V.

POWER CONNECTION
15

IEC Connector

A standard male IEC power connector, for use with
the AC power cord.

Krell recommends using balanced interconnect
cables. Balanced interconnect cables not only can
minimize sonic loss but also are immune to
induced noise, especially for installations using
long cables. Balanced connections have 6 dB
more gain than single-ended connections. When
level matching is critical, keep this specification in
mind. Krell recommends using balanced inputs for
components that use the preamplifier mode. 

1. Make sure all power sources and components

are off before connecting inputs and outputs.

2. Neatly arrange and organize wiring between the

KID, the Papa Dock, and all system compo-
nents. Separate AC wires from audio cables to
prevent hum or other unwanted noise from
being introduced into the system.

Connect the KID to Your System

The KID connects to a preamplifier, processor, or

amplifier as an A/V source, and is equipped with a
balanced and single-ended analog audio output, an
S-Video, and a composite video output. The Papa 

Dock is a 150 W amplifier specifically designed by
Krell for use with the KID.

Maintain the correct left/right orientation: balanced
outputs use three-pin XLR connectors. Single-
ended outputs use RCA connectors. 

1. Connect the balanced (12) or single-ended (11)

analog audio outputs to the corresponding 
inputs on the preamplifer or processor, or to the
Papa Dock or other amplifier in your system.

2. Connect the S-Video (10) or composite video

(9) outputs to the corresponding input on the
monitor in your system.

3. Plug the AC power cord into the IEC power

connector (15) on the back panel. Then plug
the AC power cord into the wall socket. 

The KID is now ready for the iPod-device connection. 

CONNECT TO YOUR SYSTEM

Connect to Your System
AC Power Guidelines for the KID
KID Back Panel Connections

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12

11

12

9

10

11

14

15

FIGURE 3  KID Back Panel Connections

VIDEO OUTPUTS

9 Composite Video Output

One composite video output with an RCA connector. 

10

S-Video Output

One S-Video output with a DIN connector. 

ANALOG OUTPUTS
11

Single-ended Audio Outputs

Two single-ended analog audio channel outputs
with RCA connectors.

12

Balanced Analog Audio Outputs

Two balanced analog audio channel outputs with
XLR connectors.

REMOTE CONNECTIONS
13

Comm Port RS-232 Connector

Sends software updates directly to the KID using an
external computer control system.

AC Power Guidelines for the KID.

Use only the

power cord provided with the KID. The use of the
KID with devices designed to alter or stabilize the
AC power may impair the ability of the interface
dock to perform optimally.

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Summary of Contents for KID

Page 1: ...Owner s Reference Krell Interface Dock Papa Dock POWER POWER BASS TREBLE VOLUME AUX INPUT ...

Page 2: ... has been dropped 10 The KID and the Papa Dock must be placed on a firm level surface where it is not exposed to drip ping or splashing 11 The ventilation grids on the bottom of the KID and the ventilation grids on the top and bottom of the Papa Dock must be unobstructed at all times during operation Do not place flammable materi al above or beneath the KID or the Papa Dock 12 Before making connec...

Page 3: ...d specifically by Krell for use with the KID KID The KID is designed to deliver maximum sonic performance from an iPod device and is the first product of its kind to utilize the fully differential out put of the internal DAC for iPod devices Additional features include opto isolated digital con nections between the iPod device and the KID and balanced differential Class A circuitry Ultra low noise...

Page 4: ... the Papa Dock 5 Lift the Papa Dock with the foam inserts straight out of the box 6 Place the Papa Dock on a safe clean work surface on its side resting on a foam insert 7 Remove the other foam insert 8 Reposition the Papa Dock on the work sur face with the remaining attached foam insert tilted up 9 Remove the second foam insert 10 Remove the foam wrapper from the component 12 Position the Papa Do...

Page 5: ...facilitate a clean trouble free installation Positioning the components in the listening area Place the KID and the Papa Dock on a firm level surface away from excessive heat humidity or moisture These components do not require a special rack or cabinet for installation Place the Papa Dock as close to the loudspeakers as possible and keep the loudspeaker cable length to a minimum Loudspeaker cable...

Page 6: ...g toward you 3 Lift the KID up and position it over the con nection well 6 in the Papa Dock 4 Lower the KID gently but firmly onto the Papa Dock docking connector 7 The air space between the chassis and shelf must be unobstructed The Papa Dock requires ventilation clearance at least two inches 5 cm above below and on each side PLACEMENT CONSIDERATIONS continued THE KID PAPA DOCK CONNECTION To disc...

Page 7: ... video output The Papa Dock is a 150 W amplifier specifically designed by Krell for use with the KID Maintain the correct left right orientation balanced outputs use three pin XLR connectors Single ended outputs use RCA connectors 1 Connect the balanced 12 or single ended 11 analog audio outputs to the corresponding inputs on the preamplifer or processor or to the Papa Dock or other amplifier in y...

Page 8: ...power cord Connect the Papa Dock to Your System With the KID docked onto the Papa Dock 1 Connect the loudspeaker cables to the Papa Dock amplifier channel output binding posts 16 located on the back panel The binding post terminals accept spade lugs bare wire or pins Use the red terminal for the positive connection and the black terminal for the negative connection IMPORTANT Tighten loudspeaker bi...

Page 9: ... music When the KID is con nected to the Papa Dock and an iPod device is inserted into the KID dock connector the KID pow ers on the Papa Dock 1 Press the play key 33 on the remote 2 Adjust the volume 27 using the buttons on the KID front panel or the keys on the remote Numerical values indicating the volume level appear in the display window 3 Adjust the bass tone control 25 using the buttons on ...

Page 10: ...key 31 Down directional keys iPod device down arrow key 32 Left and right directional keys Track keys These keys correspond to iPod device Previous and Next keys 33 Play Resume key 34 Stop key 35 Repeat key 36 Shuffle key 37 Pause key 38 Mute key 39 Search keys 40 Album keys 41 Playlist keys FIGURE 6 KID Front Panel Docking station inset Inset shows iPOD device support affixed to the top cover of ...

Page 11: ...evice pause function 38 Mute Key Performs the iPod device mute function 39 Search Up Down Keys Press and hold these keys to perform the iPod device search function 40 Album Up Down Keys Perform the iPod device album up and down functions 41 Playlist Up Down Keys Perform the iPod device playlist up and down functions REMOTE ONLY 24 Power Button Press the power button or key to take the KID in and o...

Page 12: ...number is KID SPECIFICATIONS PAPA DOCK SPECIFICATIONS All operational features functions specifications and policies are subject to change without notification P N 301038 v 08 0 Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 0 15 dB 0 2 Hz to 110 kHz 0 dB 3 dB Signal to noise Ratio Wideband unweighted referred to full power output 108 dB A weighted 116 dB Gain 26 2 dB Total Harmonic Distortion THD 0 03 1 kH...

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