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Kenwood VR-6070 Stereo System User Manual

1. 9 0030 0150 0178 0804 Concerto 0056 TC 9 0080 0056 0060 0800 0804 Contec 0180 agnavox 0030 0054 0179 0800 0818 1254 Craig 0180 0802 0804 1454 Crosley 0054 agnasonic 0816 Crown 0180 agnin 0804 Curtis Mathes 0016 0030 0047 0054 0056 0060 ajestic 0016 0093 0145 0154 0166 0451 0466 arantz 0030 0054 0747 0809 1147 1347 arta 0802 Cybernex 0804 n eG Daewoo 0019 0092 0451 0623 0816 etsusnita egatron 0145 0178 Daytron 0019 D otis emorex 0016 0150 0154 0178 0179 0250 enon 0463 0800 0802 0804 0810 0812 Dumont 0017 0019 0814 0815 Dynatech 0800 GN Technology 0804 Dwin 0720 0774 idland 0017 0047 0051 0747 Electroband 0000 inutz 0021 Electrohome 0802 itsubishi 0019 0093 0150 0178 0807 Electrophonic 0802 orola 0093 Emerson 0019 0154 0178 0179 0180 0236 titech 0180 0800 0463 0623 0800 0802 0816 0817 0156 0166 0178 Envision 0030 0019 0030 0056 0497 Fisher 0154 0092 Fujitsu 017980683 0030 0092 0178 0802 Funai 0171 0179 0180 0800 T Futuretech 0180 Garrard 0800 0180 0154 0166 0250 0802 0812 0815 0093 36 EN Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code ch
2. MD TAPE Recording a music source Use the Input Selector keys to select the source other than MD TAPE you want to record Set the MD or TAPE recorder to record Start playback then start recording Recording video Use the Input selector keys to select the video source other than VIDEO 1 you want to record Set the video deck connected to VIDEO 1 to record e Select the REC MODE to record a digital input source Start playback then start recording e Recording may not be normal for some video software This is due to the copy guard condition 42 Recording audio digital sources Switch on the REC MODE to record a digital input source Usually use the AUTO REC MODE to record audio input sources When the digital mode changes during recording in the AUTO REC MODE the audio input source may be interrupted momentarily Recording music in AUTO REC or MANUAL REC mode DIMMER Input Selector Use the Input Selector keys to select the source CD DVD DVD 6CH VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 you want to record Set the MD or TAPE recorder to record Press and hold the DIMMER key for more than 2 seconds to select the AUTO REC or MANUAL REC mode REC MODE off The digital input record mode is switched off The digital input signals DTS Dolby Digita
3. J 22600 bc MD TAPE Turning on the receiver Turn on the power to the related components Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON STANDBY key Selecting the input mode If you have selected a component connected to the CD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 or DVD 6CH jacks make sure that the input mode setting is correct for the type of audio signal to be used 5 Selecting MD TAPE Select the source name corresponding to the component connected to the MD TAPE jacks The initial factory setting is TAPE To change the source to MD follow the steps below Hold down the MD TAPE key for more than 2 seconds e The source indication changes to MD e To return to the original indication repeat the above procedure Selecting the speaker system Press the A SPEAKERS B key to select the speaker system to be used AON Sound from the speakers connected to the SPEAKERS A erminals on the rear panel B ON Sound from the speakers connected to the SPEAKERS B erminals on the rear panel No sound will be heard from he subwoofer A B ON Sound from both the speakers connected to the SPEAKERS A and B terminals on the rear panel A B OFF No sound from the speakers Use this setting when istening with headphones for stereo sound in all playback modes The display segments are different depending on he type of input signal The indicator for the speakers you want to use sh
4. Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the appropriate front speakers setting FRNT LARGE Large front speakers are connected to the receiver Average size front speakers are connected to the receiver FRNT NORMAL e For FRNT LARGE selection no sound will be heard from subwoofer speaker even when it is set to on However if you select SW RE MIX ON when subwoofer is selected you will be able to hear sound from the subwoofer When in STEREO mode the sound goes directly to front speaker Press the key or gt key to accept the setting e The center speaker setting indication CNTR appears O Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the appropriate center speaker setting If you selected LARGE as the front speakers setting CNTR LARGE A large center speaker is connected to the receiver CNTR NORMAL An average size center speaker is connected to the receiver Center speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF CNTR OFF If you selected NORMAL as the front speakers setting f CNTRON Centerspeaker setting mode to the receiver is ON CNTR OFF Centerspeaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF Press the key or gt key again to accept the setting e The surround speaker setting indication SURR appears Preparing for surround sound Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V to select the appropr
5. COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL CD DVD VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 Doy E 6CH MONITOR OUT VIDEO CENTER Ce een Ea COAXIAL FRONT SURROUND DIGITAL OUT OUT L R OUT L R AUDIO CENTER DVD player OUT j rs SUBWOOFER OUT S VIDEO OUT S VIDEO cord A URROUND iUB WOOFER Hpcened 5 Setting up the system Connecting the speakers Surround Speakers Be sure to connect both surround speakers Powered subwoofer Right Left Surround Back Subwoofer Use this terminal if you wish to connect to a Surround Back speaker with the SETUP of 6ch AMP SB or to connect to a subwoofer speaker with I I the SETUP of 6ch AMP SW T SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER J gt E o ma 000 lo eeceece 000000 RED WHITE GREEN SPEAKERS 8 1 29 Q m FRONT B Frona CENTER dio ohe chd Right Left O O Front Speakers B Center Speaker Power amplifier Surround 0 0 Back Right Left Front Speakers A 155 Setting up t
6. DISP MODE EXIT 1 T i Subwoof i r gt Subwoofer T TONE T TONE gt Front Left oe Selector Front are Manu l Center Display Listen Center Tia t Front Right Surround R c Surround Right Surround on i Surround Back Back SB t SL SR Surround Lw t Surround Left Mix SB Subwoofer Subwoofer 4 Re mix Ss 18 N Select a speaker system Select the SP SETUP and press the SETUP key again so that the subwoofer setting indication SUBW ON appears er zuz 7 Wg DN A i i ale Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the appropriate subwoofer setting ON SUBW OFF Subwoofer setting mode to the receiver is OFF i SUBW ON Subwoofer setting mode to the receiver is The initial setting is SUBW ON When the setting SUBW OFF is selected the front speakers are automatically set to FRNT LARGE and the procedure skips o step O Before step O press the SETUP key to accept the setting eWhen subwoofer output sound is required select FRNT ORMAL or select both FRNT LARGE and SW RE MIX ON e After setting SW subwoofer from OFF to ON 6ch AMP setup display will appear to enable you to re select either SW or SB from he surround back or subwoofer speaker terminal e Press the key or gt key to accept the setting e The front speakers setting indication FRNT appears
7. DOLBY DIGITAL can be used when playing DVD or LD software bearing the ono paar mark and DOLBY DIGITAL format digital broadcasts etc DOLBY PRO LOGIC can be used when playing video DVD or LD software bearing the D potsy surrounp mark SRS Circle Surround II enables you to listen to multi channel sound from the stereo source DSP INPUT MODE Em E o ESE 880 ess Input Selector LISTEN MODE e008 Input o 00O 97 90 Selector 09 090 OQ Oo oGoDo 2o09 o2 25 i 2g Cc 00 CO Input Mode Listen Mode A V 000 00000 DSP Mode q Preparations e Turn ON related components e Complete Preparing for surround sound speaker settings 8 e Use the Input Selector keys to select the component you wish to play back with surround sound e Use the INPUT MODE key to select the input mode analog or digital for the source you wish to play back e Noise will be produced when a DTS source is played by selecting the analog input Start playing the video software 2 Use the LISTEN MODE knob or Listen Mode A V keys to select the listening mode The listening mode settings are stored separately for each input If the input mode is set to full auto AUTO DETECT lights the receiver selects the optimal listening mode automatically based on the type of input signal and the speaker
8. 1062 Penney 0035 0042 Pentax 0042 Philco 0035 0209 Philips 0035 0081 0618 1081 1181 Pioneer 0067 Polk Audio 0081 Proscan 0060 0760 Pulsar 0039 Quasar 0035 0162 RCA 0042 0060 0760 Realistic 0035 0047 0048 0104 ReplayTV 0614 0616 Runco 0039 STS 0042 Samsung 0045 Sanky 0039 0048 Sansui 0067 0209 Setup Codes Sanyo 0047 0104 Scott 0043 0045 0121 0184 Sears 0035 0042 0047 0104 Semp 0045 Sharp 0048 Sonic Blue 0614 0616 Sony 0032 0033 0035 0636 1032 Sylvania 0035 0043 0081 Technics 0035 0162 Teknika 0035 Tivo 0618 0636 Toshiba 0043 0045 Vector 0045 Video Concepts 0045 Wards 0035 0042 0047 0048 0060 0081 0760 White Westinghouse 0209 XR 1000 0035 Zenith 0033 0039 0209 Cable setup codes Setup Codes ABC 0003 0008 0014 0017 Americast 0899 Bell amp Howell 0014 Bell South 0899 Director 0476 General Instrument 0003 0276 0476 0810 GoldStar 0144 Hamlin 0009 0273 Jerrold 0003 0012 0014 0276 0476 0810 emorex 0000 otorola 0276 0476 0810 1106 Pace 0237 Panasonic 0000 0107 Paragon 0000 Philips 0305 0317 Pioneer 0144 0533 0877 1877 Pulsar 0000 Quasar 0000 Regal 0273 0279 Runco 0000 Samsung 0144 Scientific Atlanta 0008 0017 0477 0877 1877 Sony 1006 Starcom 0003 Supercable 0276 Tocom 00
9. Displays the current input selector Displays the current listen mode Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the display mode 8 88 y 0 AMD Press the SETUP key again to accept the setting Use the key or gt key to select EXIT 8 as STEREO Q Press the SETUP key to exit the SET UP mode Input level adjustment analog sources only If the input level of an analog source signal is too high the CLIP indicator will blink to indicate the source signal Adjust the input level 6 a 0 w0 Use the Input Selector keys to select the source of which the input level you want to adjust e You can store a separate input level for each input source Press the SOUND and v keys or lt gt keys repeatedly until the INPUT indication appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the input level STEREO g ATTN 8 wb oO aw e The adjustment mode is displayed for approximately 8 seconds e The input level may be adjusted to any one of three settings OdB 3dB and 6aB The initial setting is OdB Press the SOUND key again to return to the input indication 20 EN Normal playback Preparing for playback Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback POWER ON STANDBY A SPEAKERS B INPUT MODE
10. Menu TV Input TV VOL mee Display KENWOOD 40 35 VCR operation keys SRC Power Source power A Cursor up f KOJ y VY Cursor down Numeric keys o ATN lt Cursor left Enter gt 5 7 Cursor right Exit Guide Input Sel Menu Geum Input selector gt Inpat Set CH s Channel aa Rewind gt Fast Forward Paisa D m Stop Last Last channel Record il gt Play r lt Display KENWOOD Basic remote control operations for other components DSS operation keys SRC Power Source power Cursor up Cursor down Cursor left Cursor right Enter Numeric keys Exit Last Last channel Input Sel Input selection CH Channel Info Information KENWOOD DVD player operation keys SRC Power Source power Numeric keys Select tracks A Cursor up Yv Cursor down lt 1 Cursor left Enter Cursor right Page w a 3 Page down or up O O e 100 Ow Return a Q OSD On Screen Display 5 a Disc Sel es menu Disc selection Disc Skip ies aa Search gt Search gt gt Skip up Haa Skip down i Top Menu 1 Pause tt e d amp Title m Stop KENWOOD gt il gt Play Cable operation keys SRC Power Source power A Cursor up v Cursor down lt 1 Cursor left Nu
11. Panasonic 0247 0701 Paysat 0724 Philips 1076 1142 0722 0724 0749 1749 Proscan 0392 RCA 0566 0392 0143 0855 RadioShack 0869 SKY 0856 Samsung 1109 Sony 0639 Star Choice 0869 Toshiba 0749 0790 1749 Uniden 0724 0722 Zenith 0856 1856 Sampo Samsung 3 0056 Sansei Sansui 0800 0817 0901 Sanyo 0804 Scimitsu Scotch Scott 3 0179 0180 Sears i 0056 0154 0747 0800 Semivox Semp Sharp 0689 0807 Shogun Signature Sony Soundesign Squareview Starlite Supreme Sylvania 0171 0800 0818 0903 Symphonic 0800 TMK 0804 TNCi Tandy Teac Technics Technol Ace 37 EN Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart DVD player Setup codes Aiwa 064 DTV decoders setup codes Setup Codes Panasonic 1120 Apex Digital 0672 0717 0755 0794 0795 0796 0797 0830 Blue Parade 057 DVD2000 052 Daewoo 0784 Denon 0490 Emerson 059 Enterprise 059 Fisher 0670 GE 0522 GPX 0769 Go Video 0715 Gradiente 0651 Greenhill 0717 Harman Kardon 0582 Hitachi 0573 Hiteker 0672 JBL 0702 JVC 0558 LH 0717 enwood 0490 onka 0711 oss 0651 agnavox 0503 arantz 0539 icrosoft 0522 intek 0717 itsubishi 0521 Nesa 0717 yo 0503 itron 0651 Panasonic 0490
12. Philips 0503 Pioneer 0525 Polk Audio 0539 Proscan 0522 RCA 0522 0571 0717 Rowa 0823 Sampo 0698 Samsung 0573 Sanyo 0670 Shinsonic 0533 Sony 0533 Sylvania 0675 Technics 0490 Theta Digital 0571 Toshiba 0503 Urban Concepts 0503 Yamaha 0490 0539 0545 Zenith 0503 0591 38 EN Pioneer 1010 0113 0295 Samsung 1190 Princeton Sensory Science 1126 Sharp 1010 Cassette deck Setup codes Maker Setup Codes sid Setup Codes sid 0070 0071 0092 0183 0205 0233 0234 0251 0386 Receiver setup codes Maker o e Codes Kenwood 1570 Kenwood CD and MD players setup codes Maker Setup Codes Kenwood 0028 0037 0190 0338 0339 0340 0523 0626 0677 0681 0826 0858 0859 1490 Setup codes for Kenwood components with System Control connection Component Setup Codes CD 1338 MD 1339 Cassette deck 1340 Basic remote control operations for other components CASSETTE deck CD player amp MD recorder operations You can perform these basic operations using the keys described below when connected to KENWOOD cassette deck CD player or MD recorder equipped with system control operations 7 Cassette deck operations keys CD player operation keys SRC Power Source power Numer
13. Stop when the TV turns on or off In the search mode the remote control will send IR codes from its library to the selected device starting with the most popular code first El Press the Remote Setup key once to lock in the code E To search for the codes of your other components repeat steps through but substitute the appropriate key i e DVD 6CH CD DVD VID1 VID2 VID3 TV MD TAPE AV AUX PHONO e PHONO key has to be re assigned to another key before a setup code can be programmed 33 EN Basic remote control operations for other components Checking the codes If you have setup the remote control using the procedures described in Searching for your codes you may need to find out which four digit code is operating your equipment For example to find out which code is operating your TV Press the TVkey once Next press and hold the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice then release the Remote Setup key E Press the numeric key to enter 9 9 0 The LED will blink twice E To view the code for the first digit press 1 once Wait for 3 seconds counts the number of times the LED blinks e g blinks 3 and write down that number e If a code digit is 0 the LED will not blink El Repeat step three more times for the remaining digits Use 2 for the second digit 3 for the third digit and 4 for the fourth digit E To check the codes of your other
14. 6CH play mode FULL AUTO digital input analog input DIGITAL MANUAL digital input 6CH INPUT DVD 6CH input ANALOG analog input Digital input Select this setting to play digital signals from a DVD CD or LD player Analog input Select this setting to play analog signals from a cassette deck VCR or record player Auto detect In FULL AUTO mode AUTO DETECT indicator light up the receiver detects the digital or analog input signals automatically Priority is given to digital signal during input mode selection The receiver will select the input mode and listening mode automatically during playback to match the type of input signal Dolby Digital PCM DTS and the speaker setting The OPTICAL and COAXIAL indicator on the display will light up when digital signal is detected If the input signal is analog the ANALOG indicator will light up To keep the receiver set to the currently selected listening mode use the INPUT MODE key to select DIGITAL MANUAL manual sound However even when this setting is selected there may be cases in which the listening mode is selected automatically to match a Dolby Digital source signal depending on the combination of listening mode and source signal At DIGITAL MANUAL if the audio reproduction stops in the middle due to change in the input signals etc press the LISTEN MODE Knob If the INPUT MODE key is pressed quickly sound may not be produced Press the
15. Digital or standard PCM CD format digital signals If you have connected any digital components to the receiver be sure to read the Input mode settings section carefully 5 COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL CD DVD VIDEO 3 OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO l Optical l tiber talg CD or DVD player DIGITAL IN OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO Optical fiber cable Component with DTS Dolby Digital or PCM OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT Connect the video signal and digital audio signals to the VIDEO 3 jacks See Connecting video components A COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO Component with DTS Dolby Digital or PCM COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT RF digital demodulator DEM 9991D sold separately Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 jacks See Connecting video components An DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT AUDIO o LJ O gt o oo 0000 00 LD player PCM OUT To connect an LD player with a DIGITAL RF OUT connect the LD player to the KENWOOD RF digital demodulator DEM 9991D Next connect the DIGITAL OUT jacks of the demodulator to the DIGITAL IN jacks of the receiver Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 jac
16. INPUT MODE key again Setting up the system Connecting the terminals Strip coating O Loosen a ee A Insert Secure Strip coating Push the lever m Insert the cord Return the lever 2H mE er Connection of banana plugs Secure O Insert e Sound will not be heard if the speaker terminal is not fully secured e Never short circuit the and speaker cords e If the left and right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker cords are connected with reversed polarity the sound will be unnatu ral with ambiguous acoustic imaging Be sure to connect the speakers correctly Speaker impedance After confirming the speaker impedance indications printed on the rear panel of the receiver connect speakers with matching impedance ratings Using speakers with a rated impedance other than that indicated on the rear panel of the receiver could result in malfunctions or damage to the speakers or receiver Speaker placement Center speaker Szo 1 N Subwoofer D Front speakers L R Listening a position Surround speakers eS R Surround back speaker Z Front left and right speakers Place at the front left and right of the listening position Front speakers are required for all surround modes Cen
17. Multi A V keys to select the following TruBass OFF TruBass SW TruBass LR TruBass SW LR e After selecting or TruBass speaker size and level adjustment selection will be available For TruBass speaker selection use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select any of the following display TruBass LARGE a TruBass MID TruBass SMALL Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the TruBass Level e The adjustment range is from 0 Trubass OFF to 10 zlo BS ae Ba zie 8a 32 EN Display dimmer adjustment The dimmer function lets you select the brightness of the receiver s display You might find this useful if you darken your room to watch movies or listen to music Each time you press the DIMMER key the display brightness changes among the three available settings Select the brightness level you find most pleasing B BB sreo D an STEREO 96kHz LPCM playback The receiver is compatible with the 96kHz LPCM playback To play a 96kHz DVD set the listen mode to STEREO eln FULL AUTO input mode the listen mode will automatically be STEREO e When in DIGITAL MANUAL input mode listen mode is not STEREO 96kHz LPCM will appear in the display and no sound can be heard from the speakers Press the Listen Mode or Stereo key the listen mode changes to the STEREO mode to output sound from the spe
18. NEO 6 indicator lights up NEO MUSIC NEO 6 surround The NEO 6 indicator lights up CSI CINEMA CS 6 1 surround The CS I indicator lights up CSU MUSIC CS 6 1 surround The CS I indicator lights up CSE MONO CS 6 1 surround The CS I indicator lights up STEREO ormal stereo playback The STEREO indicator lights up e Dolby Digital or DTS signal having more channels than the maximum number of playback channels available using the receiver s current settings is input downmixing is performed to match the number of available channels E DSP mode Digital Signal Processor DSP can produce these effects without spoiling the sound quality of the original music or video source Pressing the DSP key or DSP Mode key will display the current DSP MODE status Each press of the key will switch to the next status as shown bellow ARENA DSP surround ARENA mode JAZZ CLUB DSP surround JAZZ CLUB mode THEATER DSP surround THEATER mode STADIUM DSP surround STADIUM mode DISCO DSP surround DISCO mode e The DSP mode selection is displayed for approximately 3 seconds Adjust the volume Notes e Depending on the type of the signal or speaker setting some listening modes cannot be selected e When playback is started the sound may be cut or interrupted before the input source is confirmed as Dolby Digital e To enjoy Dolby Digital surround as well as all the ot
19. components repeat steps E through but substitute the appropriate key i e DVD 6CH CD DVD VID1 VID2 VID3 TV MD TAPE AV AUX PHONO for the component you are checking As suggested earlier on write down each of the four digit code e PHONO key has to be re assigned to another key before a setup code can be programmed Re assigning device keys The remote control can be setup to control second TV or VCR or any combination of eight home entertainment components For example to control the operation of two different VCR using the remote control the user need to re assign the unused VID2 key to operate the second VCR VID1 as follows Press and hold the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice then release the Remote Setup key E Press the numeric key to enter 9 9 2 The LED will blink twice El Press VID1 key once then press the VID2 key once The user now can operate VID2 as a second VCR along with VID1 e Refer to the table in the previous page for the combination of source keys and the other components assignment 33 E To re assign other device keys repeat steps through by substituting the key sequence from the below chart for the most popular components To re assign key Sequence Perform TV as 2nd VID1 key Remote Setup 9 9 2 VID1 TV TV as 2nd VID2 key Remote Setup 9 9 2 VID2 TV TV as 2nd CD DVD key Remote Setup 9 9 2 CD DVD TV TV as 2nd TV key Remote Setup 9 9 2
20. ee e The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 8 seconds e Some Dolby Digital software may not be compatible with the Midnight mode Panorama mode Pro Logic I Music mode only When listening to music you will be able to enjoy the wrap around sound effect when you adjust the panorama mode Press the SOUND key then press the v keys or lt gt keys until PANORAMA appears on the display Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select PANORAMA ON or OFF PANORAMA ON PANORAMA mode is ON PANORAMA OFF PANORAMA mode is OFF oB Cam 8 PRO LOGIC SA A Pm a ee g eng gt Dimension mode Pro Logic IT Music mode only When listening to music with certain recordings you will also be able to achieve a suitable balance from all the speakers by adjusting the dimension mode Press the SOUND key then press the v keys or lt gt keys until DIMENSION appears on the display Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the soundfield towards the rear or the front Soundfield is adjusted towards the front SP AUTO DETECT 5 ouA y mR mro cae B BBA H Soundfield is in neutral position 8 was PRO LOGIC D Ham 8 Soundfield is adjusted towards the rear sP AUTO DETECT 8 2y a TS moce Center Width mode Pro Logic II Music mode only Center width adjustment allo
21. music sound source playback the reproduced sound becomes more natural when adjusting the output characteristics When activating the SPEAKER EQ function you will be able to enjoy a more natural and dynamic sound experience even with small size speakers Press the SPEAKER EQ key to switch the following setting SPEAKER EQ SMALL To select a small size speaker The SPEAKER EQ indicator lights up SPEAKER EQ NORMAL To select an average size speaker The SPEAKER EQ indicator lights up To select a large size speaker The SPEAKER EQ indicator lights up The SPEAKER EQ function is turned OFF The SPEAKER EQ indicator goes off SPEAKER EQ LARGE SPEAKER EQ OFF e SPEAKER EQ will scroll from right to left e SPEAKER EQ cannot be turned OFF when ACTIVE EQ is turned ON e SPEAKER EQ function will not be available when REC MODE AUTO TUNING PRESET MEMORY or DTS ES MATRIX is ON and during 96kHz LPCM playback Listening with headphones Press the A and B Speaker keys so that the speaker indicator goes off ake sure the SPEAKERS indicators are turned off B BB e If you turn off all of the speakers when in surround mode the surround mode will be canceled as well resulting in stereo playback Connect headphones to the PHONES jack Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob or VOL keys to adjust the volume Recording Recording audio analog sources
22. position e MUTE is ON e The SPEAKERS switches are set to OFF eConnect them properly Connecting the speakers e Adjust the volume to a proper level Turn OFF the MUTE Set the SPEAKERS switches to ON referring to 05 22 20 The standby indicator blinks and sound is not output e Speaker cords are short circuited Turn the power off eliminate the short circuiting then turn on the power again Soundis not output from one of the speakers The speaker cord is disconnected Connect it properly referring to Connecting he speakers 05 Sound is not output from the surround speakers and or the center speaker or their sound is very small The surround speaker cords and or the center speaker cord is disconnected e A surround mode has not been engaged e The surround and or center volume controls are set to the minimum level Connect it properly referring to Connecting 0 he speakers e Select a surround mode e Adjust the speaker levels using the test tone 27 A humming noise is generated when the PHONO input selector is selected e The audio cord from the record player is not connected to the PHONO jacks The record player is not grounded e Insert the audio cord plugs securely into the PHONO jacks e Connect the grounding wire to the GND terminal on the rear panel When playing a Dolby Digital source signal using a DVD player the sound is cut
23. subwoofer you can adjust the volume of the subwoofer using the subwoofer s own volume control 30 EN Convenient functions STEREO DIMMER MULTI CONTROL O cc O 99 SOUND A V LISTEN MODE a 0 QO Ag Oba qd DS 5 Coss TUNER oc B o 0090 Multi A V lt gt a0 00 S Sound 0 Dimmer Listen Modea v 000 00000 Stereo a Adjusting the sound You can make further adjustments to the sound while listening to playback in the surround mode For the remote control press and hold the TUNER key for more than 3 seconds to switch to receiver mode Press the SOUND key and then use the v keys or lt gt keys until the desired item appears in the display Each time you press the v keys or lt gt keys the menu changes as follows Note that some items are not displayed in certain modes gt CNTR Center speaker level adjustment SR Right surround speaker level adjustment SB Surround back speaker level adjustment SL Left surround speaker level adjustment SUBW Subwoofer level adjustment INPUT Input level adjustment analog mode only 19 MIDNIGHT Midnight mode ON OFF Dolby Digital mode only PANORAMA Panorama mode ON OFF DIMENSION Dimension adjustment CENTER WIDTH Center width adjustment a CENTER FOCUS Center focus adjustment C
24. 12 Torx 0003 Toshiba 0000 Zenith 0000 0525 0899 35 EN Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart TV setup codes Maker o O Setup Codes Setup Codes AOC 0019 0030 0021 0047 0051 0178 0251 0451 Admiral 0093 0463 0747 0804 0807 0809 0811 1147 Adventura 0800 Gibral a 0019 0030 aT 502 ibralter r GoldStar 0019 0030 0178 0802 0814 Aiwa 0701 0800 0802 Gradient 0053 0056 0800 Akai 0030 ma ae 0179 0180 Alaron 0179 Hallmark 0178 America Action 0180 Harley David 0179 0800 e rr arley Davidson Harman Kardon 0054 Anam 0180 H d 0180 Apex Digital 0748 0765 0767 ae 0093 Asha 0804 Hitachi 0016 0056 0145 0800 Audiovox 0092 0180 0451 0623 0802 Infinit 0054 Baysonic 0180 _ nteq 0017 Belcor 0019 JBL 0054 Bell amp Howell 0016 0154 JCB 0000 Beaumark 0804 JVC 0053 Bradford 0180 EC 0180 0802 Brockwood 0019 TV 0030 0180 Broksonic 0236 0463 0817 0901 d 0019 0030 ae Rico enwoo Calix 0802 goak oem onka 0632 0628 0638 0703 0707 Candle 0030 0056 Carnivale 0030 LG 0955 LXI 0047 0054 0154 0156 0178 0747 Carver 0054 Celebrity 0000 Changhong 0765 Cineral 0092 0451 Citizen 0030 0056 0060 0092 0802 0816 GA
25. CATV system installer s 6m attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical POWER RCVR As an ENERGY STAR Partner Infrared ray system o o N Kenwood Corporation has determined that rt this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This eoo0gCS 200009 00 000000 product can save energy Saving energy reduces air pollution and lowers utility bills e When pressing more than one remote control key successively press the keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more between keys Notes The supplied batteries may have shorter lives than ordinary batteries due to use during operation checks When the remote controllable distance gets shorter than before replace both batteries with new ones Placing the remote sensor in direct sunlight or in direct light from a high frequency fluorescent lamp may cause a malfunction In such a case change the location of the system installation to prevent malfunction Y w 4 EN Before applying the power Special features True home theater sound This receiver incorporates a wide variety of surround modes to bring you maximum enjoyment from your video software Select a surround mode according to your equipme
26. KENWOOD AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER VR 7060 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION About the supplied remote control Compared to standard remote controls the remote control supplied with this receiver has several operation modes These modes enable the remote control to control other audio video components In order to effectively use the remote control it is important to read the operating instructions and obtain a proper understanding of the remote control and how to switch its operation modes etc Using the remote control without completely understanding its design and how to switch the operation modes may result in incorrect operations B60 5346 00 00 MA K P ikw 0209 Before applying the power Caution Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation Units are designed for operation as follows U S A and Camada cccccccsceeseeeeteeeteeeeeeees AC 120 V only Australia ceeccceseeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeees AC 240 V only Europe and U K 0 ccceeseeeeeeseneeeeseeeeeeeseneeeeeaee AC 230 V only China and Russia ccccesceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeaees AC 220 V only Other countries AC 110 120 220 240 V switchable Maintenance of the unit When the front panel or case becomes dirty wipe with a soft dry cloth Do not use thinner benzine alcohol etc for these agents may cause discoloration In regard to contact cleaner Do not
27. KHZ ccceceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeees 40 dB Selectivity 400 kHz Frequency response 30 Hz 15 kHz AM tuner section Tuning frequency range 10 KHZ Step e ce eccsceseeeeeeeeeseeeeseeseeeeeeeeenees 530 kHz 1 700 kHz Usable sensitivity 30 mod S N 20 dB GENERAL Power Consumption cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaneeeneeeeeeeeseeaseeaeeeeeeeee 3A AC outlet SWITCHED total 150 W 1 25 A max W 440 mm 17 5 16 H 159 mm 6 1 4 392 mm 15 7 16 w 9 4 kg 20 7 Ib Dimensions Weight Net Optical 15 dBm 24 dBm 660 nm 30 nm Coaxial sic sacciccsccsscsssciscescesenseeececqeenteeessteruntdecateciieee 0 5 Vp p 75 Q Notes 1 KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development For this 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 KENWOOD 44 EN For your records Record the serial number found on the back of the unit in the spaces designated on the warranty card and in the space provided below Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product Model Serial Number
28. NTER FOCUS appears on the display 8 oaa y Oo Own 8 856 o mgm Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the center elevation level e The adjustment range is from 0 to 10 8 Tea 5 D BOOT dii ia 0 g m e CENTER FOCUS will not be available when the center speaker is OFF CS II Rear Delay adjustment mode CS II mode only CS I Rear Delay adjustment provides a better sound effect from the rear speakers Press the SOUND key then press the v keys or lt gt keys until CSII DLY appears on the display Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the rear speaker e The adjustment range is from 0 ms to 25 ms 6 wh5 7 lsu D Hew 9 un 6 688 Ambience effects CS II Gain adjustment mode CS IT mode only CS T GAIN allows user to adjust the input gain for the Circle Surround I processing Press the SOUND key then press the v keys or lt gt keys until CSI GAIN appears on the display Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the input gain e The adjustment range is from 0 to 18 a o9 8 888 ia Wea FITS TruBass adjustment mode CS II mode only TruBass adjustment provides deep rich bass sound to various speakers Press the SOUND key then press the v keys or lt gt keys until TruBass appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or
29. SH DLY Rear speaker delay adjustment 3 CST GAIN Input gain adjustment gt 4 TruBass TruBass adjustment The adjustment is only temporary for the current input selection The value will return automatically to the original setup value when the power is turned on off or when the input selection is changed Pro Logic II Music mode only CS I mode only Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the setting as desired e The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 8 seconds Ambience effects Midnight mode Dolby Digital mode only When watching movies at night you might not be able to raise the volume as loud as normal Midnight mode compresses the dynamic range of previously specified heavy sound passage of the Dolby Digital sound track like scenes with sudden increases in volume to minimize the difference in volume between the scenes with heavy sound passage and scenes with normlal sound passage This makes it easy to hear all of the sound track even when listening at low volumes Press the SOUND key then press the v keys or lt gt keys until MIDNIGHT appears on the display e This can be selected only if CD DVD DVD 6CH VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 is selected as the source and the listen mode is set to DOLBY DIGITAL Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the ON or OFF setting 8B whB DOLBY DIGITAL D ae 9 SN oT 1 By
30. TV TV VID1 as 2nd TV key Remote Setup 9 9 2 TV VID1 VID1 as 2nd VID2 key Remote Setup 9 9 2 VID2 VID1 VID1 as 2nd CD DVD key Remote Setup 9 9 2 CDDVD VID1 VID1 as 2nd VID1 key Remote Setup 9 9 2 VID1 VID1 346 E To clear the re assignment and reset the remote contro to its original operation mode Press and hold the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice then release the remote setup key Press the numeric key to enter 9 9 2 Press VID2 key twice When a re assignment is done the LED will blink twice to confirm your choice At that time you will need to program the remote control in order to control the new component e If an invalid key sequence is entered the LED blink once and return to normal operation When in Tuner mode re assignment is not available Operating other components This operation lets you operate the registered components KENWOOD audio components with system control turn on and off automatically with the receiver via the system control connections Source keys Use the source keys to select the component you desire e Pressing the source keys also changes the input selector on the receiver e When you operate your registered cassette CD or DVD player Cable DSS DTV Decoder VCR or TV go to step B e When you operate the CD player Cassette deck MD player or Tuner with system control connection go to step B B Press the SRC Pow
31. Use to select SPEAKER EQ s setting and analog inputs SETUP key 0 Surround LED lighting emitting diode DIMMER key Use to select the speakers settings etc indicators Use to select the REC MODE 23 A V keys 48 DSP mode LED indicator 2 Use to adjust the brightness of the display Use for selection adjustments during sound Lights when the receiver is in the DSP mode 32 set up and preset channel functions SPEAKER EQ mode LED indicator 22 VOLUME CONTROL knob MULTI CONTROL knob 8 Lights when the receiver is in the SPEAKER MUTE key Use to control a variety of settings EQ mode Use to temporarily mute the sound LISTEN MODE knob 22 ACTIVE EO mode LED indicator 2A PHONES jack 2 Use to select the listening mode Lights when the receiver is in the ACTIVE EQ Use for headphone listening AV AUX S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R mode Input Selector keys 2 jacks DOLBY DIGITAL mode LED indicator DVD 6CH CD DVD PHONO TUNER AV AUX key 2 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 MD TAPE Use to switch the input to AV AUX Lights when the receiver is in the Dolby Use to select input sources whee Digital mode SOUND key B DTS mode LED indicator 2 Use to adjust the sound quality and the Lights when the receiver is in the DTS mode ambience effects CSI mode LED indicator 2 BAND key 24 Lights when the receiver is in the CIRCLE Use to select the broadcast band SURROUND II mode Standby mode Wh
32. akers Basic remote control operations for other components The remote control supplied with this receiver is also capable of controlling components from a variety of manufacturers once you register the appropriate setup codes into the remote control unit Low battery warning Replace all two batteries with new ones when you notice a shortening of the distance from which the remote control will operate The remote control is designed to retain setup codes in memory while you change batteries Registering setup codes for other components LED SRC Power Remote Setup Find the setup code of the component to be registered e Refer to the setup code lists to find the setup code for the component to be registered 35 Example To register a DVD made by KENWOOD you would enter 0534 Input Component Maker Code Key DVD DVD player KENWOOD 0534 DVD Source key Other components TUNER Receiver Kenwood DVD 6CH DVD other manufacturers CD DVD CD and MD Kenwood D Tape Cassette deck Kenwood VID1 AV AUX VCR and PVR other manufacturers VID2 Cable and DTV decoder other manufacturers VID3 DSS other manufacturers PHONO Additional key for re assigning TV TV VCR combo TV DVD combo TV other manufacturers E Press the source keys DVD 6CH CD DVD VID1 VID2 VID3 TV MD TAPE AV AUX PHONO e PHONO key has to
33. art Orion 0179 0236 0463 0817 Panasonic 0051 0250 0809 0812 0815 0907 0908 Penney 0019 0021 0030 0047 0051 0060 0178 0747 0802 0804 0809 1347 Philco 0030 0054 0145 0463 Philips 0904 1454 Pilot 0030 0802 Pioneer 0679 Portland 0092 Princeton Setup Codes Techwood 0051 0056 Teknika 0016 0019 0054 0056 0060 0092 0150 0179 0180 0800 0802 Telefunken 0056 Thomas 0800 Toshiba 0060 0154 0156 0901 0906 1256 Totevision 0802 0804 Unitech 0804 Vector Research 0030 Victor 0053 Videomagic 0802 Vidikron 0054 Vidtech 0019 Videosonic 0804 Villian 0800 Wards 0016 0019 0021 0030 0054 0056 0178 0179 0800 0804 Waycon 0156 White Westinghouse 0463 0623 0816 XR 1000 0800 Yamaha 0019 0030 0769 Zenith 0016 0017 0092 0463 0800 0817 Prism Proscan Profitronic Proton Pulsar Quasar lt 0809 RCA 7 0090 0811 1447 RadioShack 4 0047 0800 Radix Randex Realistic 0056 DSS setup codes Runco 0251 SSS Alpha Star 0772 Chaparral 0216 Crossdigital 1109 Dishpro 0775 Echostar 1005 Expressvu 0775 GE 0566 GOI 0775 General Instrument 0869 HTS 0775 Hitachi 0819 Hughes Network System 0749 1749 1142 JVC 0775 agnavox 0722 0724 emorex 0724 itsubishi 0749 otorola 0869 Next Level 0869
34. citing wrap around effect with side wall imaging DTS DTS Digital Theater System is a 5 1 channel digital audio format that provides five full spectrum channels and one low frequency subwoofer channel for unprecedented clarity optimum channel seperation and a wide dynamic range In the DTS mode the 5 1 channel digital input from a DTS CD LD or DVD disc carrying the DTS marking can be played in Digital Surround DTS ES DTS ES Digital Theater System Extended Surround presents 6 1 channels surround system with additional Surround Back channel which evolved from the conventional 5 1 channels surround system DTS ES format that was recorded in DVD CD or LD comprises of two modes DTS ES Discrete 6 1 produce the discrete surround back which is completely independent and DTS ES Matrix 6 1 produces the surround back which synthesised within the left and right surround channels using matrix technology DTS ES has perfect compatibility with the conventional 5 1 channels surround system 6 1 channels surround with an additional surround back presents a more natural presence and surround effects by increasing the impression of the sound image from back Programs which are recorded using DTS ES technology consist of information flags which will be able to control the Discrete and Matrix mode Thus it can automatically select the best matched mode Neo 6 Neo 6 is a new technology which was developed by DTS It can
35. cy subwoofer channel for unprecedented clarity optimum channel seperation and a wide dynamic range DTS ES Extended Surround presents 6 1 channels surround system with additional Surround Back channel which evolved from the conventional 5 1 channels surround system DTS ES format that was recorded in DVD CD or LD comprises of two modes DTS ES Discrete 6 1 produce the discrete surround back which is completely independent and DTS ES Matrix 6 1 produces the surround back which synthesised within the left and right surround channels using matrix technology DTS ES has perfect compatibility with the conventional 5 1 channels surround system 6 1 channels surround with an additional surround back presents a more natural presence and surround effects by increasing the impression of the sound image from back Important When a DTS disc is played on a CD LD or DVD player noise may be output from the analog output It is recommended that you connect the digital output of the player to the digital input of this unit Neo 6 Neo 6 is anew technology which was developed by DTS It can produce high grade 6 channels surround with an astonishing fidelity from 2 channels content Neo 6 has 2 mode CINEMA mode is for movie playback and MUSIC mode is for music playback SRS Circle Surround 1 SRS Circle Surround II improves on its predecessor CS 5 1 resulting inthe CS 6 1 system enabling you to listen to realistic multi channel s
36. display E E A E a a KENWOOD VOLUME CONTROL PONER o DSP DOLBY DIGITAL SPEAKEREQ o DTS ON STANDBY o MTVEEQ o CSI A SPEAKERS B A Q LOUDNESS SPEAKEREQ ACTVEEQ DSP STEREO INPUT MODE DIMMER ae oe coy i Waa a PHONG lt THE MULTI CONTROL LISTEN MODE FULL DIGITAL SOUND TONE SETUP D O nj Eo POWER ON STANDBY key aa ACTIVE EQ key 2i AUTO key 24 Use to turn the power ON STANDBY Use to select ACTIVE EQ s setting Use to select the auto or manual tuning STANDBY indicator DSP key 2 mode ae A SPEAKERS B keys 20 Use to select any of the DSP mode TONE key 2 Use to turn the A B speakers on or off STEREO key B0 Use to switch the status of TONE control LOUDNESS key 27 Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO MEMORY key 24 Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS INPUT MODE key 5 Use to store radio stations in the prese SPEAKER EQ key 27 Use to switch between the full auto digita memory
37. e TONE mode Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select TONE ON OFF 8 ohh wA ANALOG When in TONE ON selection press the TONE key for the following displays BASS Select this to adjust the low frequency range TREBLE Select this to adjust the high frequency range Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the sound quality B ogg a dis a B BBB ale o _ a _L e The bass and treble levels are adjustable from 10 to 10 in 2 step increments e The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 8 seconds Once touch low frequency emphasis BASS BOOST remote control only You can adjust the sound quality when the receiver is in the PCM stereo and analog stereo modes Press the Bass Boost key e Press the key once to select the maximum 10 low frequency emphasis setting e This key does not function when the receiver is in the sound quality or ambience effects adjustment mode Switching back to the previous setting Press the Bass Boost key again 21 EN Normal playback Adjusting the LOUDNESS mode You can adjust the Loudness function which controls the low volume settings to maintain the music s richness The adjustment can be made when the receiver is in the PCM stereo and analog stereo mode Press the LOUDNESS key to turn the LOUDNESS setting ON To cancel Press the LOUDNESS key again so that the LOUDNESS indicat
38. e used when another equalizer amplifier is connected Record player 10 EN Setting up the system Connecting video components S Video jacks About the S VIDEO jacks QQ OW S VIDEO S VIDEO Hf S ViDEo Ea onnon VIDEO VIDEO monon oO oO o 9 LEE ooe EGG m Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video components with S VIDEO IN OUT jacks e If you use the S VIDEO jacks toconnectyour video playback components be sure to use the S VIDEO jacks when connecting your monitor and video recording components REC OUT PLAY IN ES Ea ES DVD MONITOR ES Ea ES ES IN OUT 0 e Monitor TV Video Video inputs IN OUT Yellow RCA pin cords Audio Video deck IN OUT IN OUT Video inputs and outputs Audio inputs Yellow RCA pin cords and outputs DVD player or LD player DVD player or LD player A video component with digital audio outputs should be connected to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 jacks 115 Setting up the system Digital connections The digital in jacks can accept DTS Dolby Digital or PCM signals Connect components capable of outputting DTS Dolby
39. ee 000000 gee00090008 0000000000 tach to the stand AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna b FM outdoor antenna Use an antenna adaptor Commercially available Setting up the system Connecting the system control Connecting system control cords after connecting a KENWOOD audio component system lets you take advantage of convenient system control operations This unit is compatible only with the SL 16 mode The system control operation is not available if the unit is connected in the XS8 XS or XR connection mode If your component has the mode select switch set the connected components to the SL16 mode SYSTEM CONTROL e _ b SYSTEM CONTROL cord e You may connect the system control cord to either the up or down jack EXAMPLE SL16 mode connections The underlined portion represents the setting of the system control mode SL16 Receiver SYSTEM Cassette deck SL16 XS XS8 XR or MD recorder CONTROL SL16 XS XS8 CD player XS Record player eIn order to take advantage of the system control operations the components must be connected to the correct jacks To use a CD player it must be connected to the CD jacks To use a cassette deck or MD recorder it must be connected to the MD TAPE jacks When using more than one CD player etc only the one connected to the specified jacks may be connec
40. er key e To return to the receiver operation mode press the TUNER key for more than 3 seconds El Press the operation keys you desire 39 The remote control mode remains at the selected input If you wish to operate another component repeat step B or B Note e Be sure to point the remote control at the remote sensor on the receiver when you want to operate KENWOOD components connected by system control cords Otherwise point the remote control at the component you want to operate e To initilize the remote control press the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice Then press the numeric key to enter 9 8 1 The LED will blink twice Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart VCR setup codes Admiral 0048 0209 American High 0035 Bell amp Howell 0104 Broksonic 0121 0184 0209 Canon 0035 Carver 0081 Craig 0047 Curtis Mathes 0035 0060 0162 0760 Daewoo 0045 Denon 0042 Emerex 0032 Emerson 0043 0121 0184 0209 Fisher 0047 0104 Fuji 0033 0035 GE 0035 0060 0760 HI Q Harman Kardon Hitachi Hughes Network Systems JVC enwood 0067 odak 0035 El 0035 GA 0043 agnavox 0035 0039 0081 0563 arantz 0035 0081 atsushita 0035 0162 emorex 0035 0039 0047 0048 0104 0162 0209 inolta 0042 itsubishi 0043 0067 otorola 0035 0048 NEC 0067 0104 Olympus 0035 Optimus 0048 0104 0162 1048 1062 Orion 0184 0209 Panasonic 0035 0162 0225 0616
41. es more natural when adjusting the output characteristics When activating the SPEAKER EQ function you will be able to enjoy a more natural and dynamic sound experience even with small size speakers Universal IR InfraRed remote control In addition to the basic receiver the remote control supplied with this receiver can also operate almost all of your remote controllable audio and video components Just follow the simple setup procedure to register the components you have connected BEN Names and functions of parts Main unit Speaker MUTE CLIP Input mode Listen mode indicators indicator indicator indicators indicators MUTE OPTICAL 6CH INPUT DTS DOLBY DIGITAL STEREO NEO 6 5 AUTO DETECT MATRIX H AUTO indicator COAXIAL ANALOG 96kHzfs DSPMODE DISCRETE PROLOGIC LOUDNESS CSI ANA one oscrere owner froues Leon way LS MEMORY indicator pombo menn ponnn panna E a E E E a ee E E Giga STEREO indicator oooo0 dogs oon ooooo ooo ooon ooog poong nonoo Song Bonde manono oonan coon caooo noong nonoo onnon onnon cocoon coon poopoo ooooo oono ogoogo ooooo ooooo ooooo ooooo ogoogo gooo ogoogo nonoo nonoo O ponog ogopa oomoo ogoogo Soong Gene caooo ooono DE DO GODO OOOGO GOODO Ouduo O OOODO OGOOGO GOODS oud Dood GOO0o DOODO CODON TUNED indicator Speaker selection indicators Frequency display Input channel indicators Input display Output channel indicators C Display gt preset chenal
42. fore applying the power N Safety precautions How to use this manual Unpacking Preparing the remote control Special features 0 cee Names and functions of parts Remote control unit Setting up the system Connecting the terminals Connecting audio components Connecting video components Digital connections c cssoeaw ies 2 Connecting video components COMPONENT VIDEO isisisi 3 Connecting a DVD player 6 channel input 4 Connecting the speakers Connecting to the AV AUX jacks Connecting the antennas Connecting the system control Preparing for surround sound Speaken Settings ccdeueassthdteineenenide 8 5 6 Maina Mit ssxsgeczetheneesteeettens 6 7 8 Operations Normal playback Preparing for playback Listening to a source component Adjusting the sound Recording Recording audio analog sources Recording Video ccceeeeeeeeeees Recording audio digital sources Listening to radio broadcasts Tuning radio stations Presetting radio stations manually Receiving preset stations Receiving preset stations in order P CALL 25 Ambience eFfCCHS 1 ssccsesessesssssesiesesicsess 26 Surround modes Surround play DVD 6 channel playback Convenient functions Remote Control Basic remote control operations for other TT cc 33 Registering setup codes for other components Searching for you
43. h the source unit or are available at your local electronics retailer Microcomputer malfunction If operation is not possible or an erroneous display appears even though all connections have been made properly reset the microcomputer referring to In case of difficulty 42 CAUTION Be sure to adhere to the following or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard e Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation onto the top of the unit eLeave some space around the unit from the largest outside dimension including projection equal to or greater than shown below Top panel 50cm Side panel 10cm Back panel 10 cm SeEN Input mode settings CD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 and DVD 6CH inputs each include jacks for digital audio input and analog audio input The initial factory settings for audio signal playback for CD DVD DVD 6CH VIDEO 2 and VIDEO 3 are full auto After completing connections and turning on the receiver follow the steps below INPUT MODE e O od eS 280 Input Selector LISTEN MODE Use the Input Selector keys to select CD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 or DVD 6CH Press the INPUT MODE key Each press switches the setting as follows In DTS play mode gt FULL AUTO digital input analog input DIGITAL MANUAL digital input In CD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 or DVD
44. he system Connecting to the AV AUX jacks The AV AUX jacks are convenient for connection of video components such as a camcorder or a video game S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R S VIDEO cord VIDEO OUT Camcorder other VCR video game or portable MD player S VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT To select the source connected to the AV AUX jacks press AV AUX key 2 When you connect the audio source such as the MD player you do not need to connect the video cable When you connect the unit and the component with the S VIDEO cord you can get better picture quality 16 Connecting the antennas AM loop antenna The supplied loop antenna is for use indoors Place it as far as possible rom the receiver TV set speaker cords and power cord and adjust the direction for best reception AM antenna terminal connections Push lever O Insert cord Release lever J 6 2 p a a FM indoor antenna The supplied indoor antenna is for temporary use only For stable signa reception we recommend using an outdoor antenna Disconnect the indoor antenna when you connect one outdoors FM antenna terminal connections Insert cord a Py FM outdoor antenna Lead the 75Q coaxial cable connected to the FM outdoor antenna into the room and connect it to the FM 75Q terminal 0 g 00 eelee
45. her listening modes from a single component be sure to use a Dolby Digital compatible source component 295 Ambience effects DVD 6 channel playback Using a DVD player or the like equipped with six 5 1 output channels and the receiver you can enjoy surround sound playback Connecting a DVD player which can decode the surround signal itself is also acceptable VOLUME INPUT MODE CONTROL E a 226008 ma uu Cu fo O o9d DVD 6CH O iS lt lt 4 oa O I lt 0 e O00000 oes eo 0009 0 095 oS40D ooog 0 0 0 0 00 0000 000000 Input Mode e 00 0 0 Preparations e Connect your DVD player to the DVD 6CH jacks of the receiver e Turn on all other components that will be used e Complete Preparing for surround sound 8 Press DVD 6CH as the input source e If speaker system B is on when DVD 6CH is selected as the input source it switches off and speaker system A turns on automatically B Select 6CH INPUT by pressing the INPUT MODE key El Start playback of the DVD software Adjust the volume e t is not possible to adjust the volume level or sound quality SET UP SOUND LISTEN MODE ACTIVE EQ and TONE key will not be functional of the channels separately when the receiver is in the 6CH INPUT mode Adjust the volume with the controls of the DVD player For the powered
46. his 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 interference 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 F from that to which the receiver is connected Operation Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for When the STANDBY indicator is lit the power turns ON when you press help e Insert two AA size R6 batteries as indicated by the polarity markings the POWER RCVR key on the remote control When the power comes ON press the key you want to operate Operating range Remoiesansor For the U S A Approx E Spry E arco Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the
47. iate surround speaker setting If you selected LARGE as the center speaker setting SURR LARGE Large surround speakers are connected to the receiver SURR NORMAL Average size surround speakers are connected to the receiver Surround speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF SURR OFF If you selected other than LARGE as the center speaker setting ie SURR ON Surround speaker setting mode to the receiver is ON Surround speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF SURR OFF e When the setting SURR OFF is selected the procedure skips to step Press the key or gt keys again to accept the setting e The surround speaker setting indication SB appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select appropriate surround back speaker setting If you selected LARGE as the surround speaker setting SB NORMAL Average size surround back speaker is connected to the receiver SB LARGE Large surround back speaker is connected to the receiver SB OFF Surround back speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF STREO ly If you selected NORMAL as the surround speaker setting SBON Surround back speaker setting mode to the i receiver is ON SB OFF Surround back speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF e After setting SB surround back from OFF to ON 6ch AMP setup display will appear to enab
48. ic keys _ l Select tracks 100 a Disc sel Select tracks AIB D Disc selection l Cassette Deck selection a i i i e gt Skip up Disc skip Ha a Skip down a a Rewind a Search gt Fast Forward lt J 2 gt Search Record i Pause C iS m Stop ii gt Play T E a Reverse play m Stop 1 Play pause SRC Power Source power Numeric keys _ li Select tracks 100 Select tracks bP Skip up Ha a Skip down a Search ee Search Record m Stop gt il gt Play 39 EN Basic remote control operations for other components Other components operations Select the input source Press the keys corresponding to the operations you desire Refer to the following sections for details Refer to the following for the type of remote control operations available for each component e When pressing keys in succession press each key firmly and be sure to wait at least 1 second before pressing the next key e Numeric keys function the same as the numeric keys on the original remote These keys can be used to perform the basic operations of KENWOOD and other manufacturers components which the setup code for each component had been entered beforehand TV operation keys TV Power A Cursor up Vv Cursor down lt 1 Cursor left Cursor right Numeric keys TV mute Guide
49. ile the standby indicator is lit a small amount of power is supplied to the system to back up the memory This is called standby mode Under the condition the system can be turned ON by remote control unit 6 amp N Names and functions of parts Remote control unit This remote control unit can be use not only for Kenwood products but also for other non Kenwood products by setting the appropriate manufacturer s setup codes 35 ie i If the name of a function is different on U amp ss the receiver and on the remote control J GD 9 e SEN the name of the remote control key in this manual is indicated in parentheses KENWOOD J Source keys MD TAPE CD DVD DVD 6CH TV VOL keys Page a v key TUNER VID1 VID2 VID3 AV AUX PHONO Use to adjust the TV s volume Use to operate other components When press and hold for more than 3 seconds lt lt gt gt keys OSD on screen display key they are used to select the registered components f CD MD or Tape is selected as the input Use to operate the DVD component maan source this key functions as search keys Guide key Input Selector keys MD TAPE CD DVD DVD Tune key Use to operate other components 6CH TUNER VID1 VID2 VID3 AV AUX PHONO Use to operate the tuner mode Menu key When press and release in less than 3 seconds key Use t
50. ith a receivable frequency e Preset the station again In case of difficulty Remote control unit Symptom Cause Remedy Certain inputs cannot be selected using the remote control e No setup codes registered for the respective input s e Register a setup code at the respective input s 35 Remote control operation is not possible e The remote controlis set toa different operation mode e Batteries are exhausted e The remote control unit is too far away from the main system controlling angle is too large or there is an obstacle between the receiver and the remote e The audio cords and system control cords are not connected properly e No tape or CD is placed component e An attempt is made to play a tape which is being recorded in the cassette deck e The remote control has not been set to the operation mode for the component you wish to control in the source e Press any of the Input Selector keys to select the appropriate operation mode e Replace with new batteries e Operate the remote control unit within the controllable range e Connect properly referring to Setting up the system e Place the tape or CD in the source component which you want to play e Wait until recording has completed e Press any of the source keys or SRC Power key to activate the operation mode for the component you want to control before operation B7 43 Specificatio
51. ks See Connecting video components 12 EN Setting up the system Connecting video components COMPONENT VIDEO If you have connected the receiver to a video component with COMPONENT jacks you can get a better picture quality than by connecting to the S VIDEO jacks o am egecee sessesesesse COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT Monitor TV with component jacks CR OUT YOUT Connect to the VIDEO cord Video Recorder DVD Recorder Satellite Cable Tuner amp Game Player with component jacks When connecting the TV to the COMPONENT jacks be sure to connect all the other components to the COMPONENT jacks 13 N Setting up the system Connecting a DVD player 6 channel input If you have connected a DVD player to the receiver with digital connection be sure to read the Input mode settings section carefully CX CX VIDEO OUT Yellow RCA pin cord 1458 OUT IN IN IN DVD MONITOR VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO IN OUT Q
52. l or PCM are identified auto matically and converted into stereo signals that are ready for recording MANUAL REC mode The input signal type at the moment this mode is selected is held through out this mode AUTO REC mode For AUTO REC mode B wB OPTICAL STEREO 0 wm 9 8 whB OPTICAL STEREO 0 we 9 For MANUAL REC mode OPTICAL STEREO 8 BA D wm 6 fee le SP OPTICAL STEREO 0 om 8 ae B 688i hoe Start playback then start recording e If the audio reproduction stops in the middle due to change in the input signals etc press the DIMMER key 23 EN Listening to radio broadcasts The receiver can store up to 40 stations in the memory and recall them by one touch operation Tuning radio stations BAND MULTI CONTROL O o O 09 O SSS BSS Ej 7800 J JB o0 TUNER 6 so odop Multi A V eree o2 25 gt g9 Tune lt lt 0 Tune gt gt Use the TUNER key to select the tuner 2 Use the BAND key to select the desired broadcast band Each press switches the band B oBnB B SP STEREO Oo wos 6 666 um mm E Use the AUTO key to select the desired tuning method Each press switches the tuning method to either auto or manual tuning AUTO indicator lights up in the display STEREO e No
53. le you to re select either SW or SB from the surround back or subwoofer speaker terminal Press the key or gt key again to accept the setting and SURR MIX appears e Surr mix is when the SL and SR speakers signals are mixed to produce sound from the surround back speaker which would enable the listener to enjoy sound coming from the back sP STEREO EF A 6 866 H o Wea Patt ae aes Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the following SURR MIX ON Surround mix setting mode to the receiver is ON SURR MIX OFF Surround mix setting mode to the receiver is OFF e If surround back speaker is turned off SURR MIX setting is not visible and the procedure skips to step Press the key or gt key again to accept the setting e The subwoofer remix setting indication SW RE MIX appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the appropriate subwoofer re mix setting the receiver is ON SW RE MIX OFF Subwoofer re mix setting mode to the receiver is OFF i SW RE MIX ON Subwoofer re mix setting mode to e f subwoofer is turned off subwoofer re mix setting is not visible Press the SETUP key again to return to the main setup displays e The receiver enters the speaker volume level adjustment mode e n steps and indications appear only for the selected channels of the speakers that require adjusting G Adjust the speake
54. meric Keys Enter Cursor right Page w A Page down or up Guide Menu tat Input Sel j Input selection CH J Channel faa SS Last Last channel G5 ah C Info CO S Information KENWOOD Notes 1 Certain codes may only operate some of the function available on a given model 2 The above show the typical type functions available for each component Some manufacturers use different key combinations to perform similar functions For that reason we have programmed extra functions on some of the unused number keys to help you control your equipment 41 In case of difficulty Resetting the Microcomputer The microcomputer may malfunction unit cannot be operated or shows an erroneous display if the power cord is unplugged while the power is ON or due to some other external factor If this happens execute the following procedure to reset the microcomputer and return the unit to its normal operating key Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet then plug it back in while holding down the POWER ON STANDBY condition e Please note that resetting the microcomputer will clear the contents of the memory and returns the unit to the state it was in when it left the factory Amplifier Symptom Cause Remedy No sound from the speakers e The speaker cords are disconnected e VOLUME is set to the minimum
55. ng the setup code enables you to control those components using the remote control supplied with this unit without connecting system control cords To register setup codes for your remote controllable KENWOOD audio components see Registering setup codes for other components 2A 17 N Preparing for surround sound Speaker settings To enable you to obtain optimum enjoyment from the receiver s listening modes make sure to complete the speaker settings subwoofer front center and surround speakers as described below POWER ON STANDBY SETUP MULTI CONTROL gt POWER RCVR Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON STANDBY key or POWER RCVR key a For the remote control press and hold the TUNER key for more than 3 seconds to switch to receiver mode El Press the SETUP key to enter the SETUP mode The Surround Back and Subwoofer speaker output selections are displayed as follows gt 6ch AMP SB 6ch AMP SW Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the speakers Press the SETUP key to proceed to the next SET UP selection Use A V keys or lt gt keys for the following displays gt SP SETUP TEST TONE SP DISTANCE DISP MODE gt EXIT The flow of the SET UP is as follows SP SETUP TEST TONE gt SP DISTANCE
56. ns Caution Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation AUDIO section VIDEO section Rated power output during STEREO operation VIDEO inputs outputs VIDEO composite cceeeetesseeeeeeeseeeseeeteeeeneeees 1 Vp p 75Q 100 watts per channel minimum RMS both channels driven at 8 Q from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0 09 total harmonic distortion FTC Effective power output during SURROUND operation FRONT 20 20 kHz 0 09 T H D at 8 Q one channel driven Spee ern ernie IATE EEES SESS 100 W 100 W CENTER 20 20 kHz 0 09 T H D at 8 one channel Ca AAT a MESE EEE EN NEAREST AEA E AE EEE 100 W SURROUND 20 20 kHz 0 7 T H D at 8 Q one channel UPIVO IN AREE EEEE EEE TITTELIT 100 W 100 W SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER 20 20 kHz 0 09 T H D at 8 Q one channel driven 100 W Total harmonic distortion 0 00 0 009 1 kHz 50 W 8 Q Frequency response CD DVD TAPE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 6CH 10 Hz 100 kHz 0 dB 3 0 dB 40 Hz 20 kHz 1 5 dB 3 0 dB PHONO RIAA response Maximum input level PHONO MM cc ccsscseeeeeeeeneee 45 mV 1 T H D at 1 kHz Signal to noise ratio IHF 66 PHONO MIM eea a aeaa Ae E SATA EEEE 75 dB CD DVD TAPE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 6CH OE E E EEE EE EA EAEE 95 dB Loudness control VOLUME at 30 dB level cceeesseeeeseeeeeneee 6 dB 100 Hz In
57. ns Shows you how to operate the various functions available on the receiver Remote Control Shows you how to operate other components using the remote control as well as a detailed explanation of all remote control operations Once you have registered your components with the proper setup codes you ll be able to operate both this receiver and your other AV components TV VCR DVD player CD player etc using the remote control supplied with this receiver Additional Information Shows you additional information such as In case of difficulty trouble shooting and Specifications Memory back up function Please note that the following items will be deleted from the unit s memory if the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet for approximately 1 day e Power mode e Input selector settings e Picture output e Speaker ON OFF e Volume level e BASS TREBLE INPUT level e TONE ON OFF e LOUDNESS ON OFF e Dimmer level e MD TAPE settings e Listen mode setting e Speaker settings e SW RE MIX ON OFF Distance setting nput mode setting Midnight mode setting PRO LOGIC I mode setting CS I mode setting Broadcast band Frequency setting Preset stations Tuning mode DSP mode e ACTIVE EQ mode e SPEAKER EQ mode ZEN Before applying the power Contents Caution Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation Preparations Be
58. nt or the software you are going to play and enjoy 26 Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital EX The DOLBY DIGITAL mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from software processed in the Dolby Digital format Dolby Digital provides up to 5 1 channels of independent digital audio for better sound quality and more powerful presence than conventional Dolby Surround As for Dolby Digital EX it creates six full bandwidth output channels rom the 5 1 channel sources This is done using a matrix decoder that derives three surround channels from the two in the original recording For best results Dolby Digital EX should be used with movie sound racks recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX Dolby PRO LOGIC 11 DOLBY PRO LOGIC II whilst totally compatible with its predecessor PRO LOGIC provides greater advantages in surround sound It allows he user to enjoy the conventional stereo or Dolby Surround with a convincing 5 1 like presentation PRO LOGIC H offers special features or controlling the overall spatial dimensionality and frontal sound field imaging PRO LOGIC II produces an impressive surround sound from video software marked poteysurrounn and three dimensional space rom music CD When listening to music you will be able to enjoy the experience of sheer STEREO surround sound DTS and DTS ES DTS Digital Theater System is a 5 1 channel digital audio format that provides five full spectrum channels and one low frequen
59. nts are for 6 1 channel surround sound system which are Dolby Digital EX SRS Circle Surround I DTS ES Neo 6 Dolby Digital Dolby Pro logic Il and DSP if SURR MIX ON A9 O ew No Surround Back speaker TV TV SCREEN SCREEN PAAA C3 de Surround Back speaker L Front left speaker SW Subwoofer c Center speaker R Front right speaker SL Surround left speaker SR Surround right speaker SB Surround back speaker Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Circle Surround II SRS and O symbol SRS Co are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc Circle Surround II technology is incorporated Circle Surroundll under license from SRS Labs Inc TM DTS DTS ES Extended 5 Surround and Neo 6 are adits registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc 26 Ambience effects Dolby Digital The Dolby Digital surround format lets you enjoy up to 5 1 channels of digital surround sound from Dolby Digital program sources such as Laserdisc or DVD software marked pa palsy Compared with previous Dolby surround Dolby Digital provides even better sound quality greater spatial accuracy and improved dynamic range Although a full set of speakers front left right and center surround left and right and a subwo
60. o operate other components hey are used to select the input sources 33 Use to operate other components Mute key 27 SRC source Power key Dimmer key 32 Use to temporarily mute the sound Use to turn the other source components on or off Use to adjust the brightness of the display Tone key Numeric keys 3 m key Use to switch the status of TONE contro Provide functions identical to those of the f CD is selected as the input source this key Sound key original remote control supplied with the unctions as the play pause key Use to adjust the sound quality and component you are controlling f MD or TAPE key is selected as input source ambience effects Multi multi control A V keys 28 his key functions as the play key VOL keys 2 Use to control a variety of settings Band key 24 Use to adjust the receiver s volume Use to operate other components Use to select the broadcast band Bass Boost key 2 P Call lt gt keys 253 key Use to select the maximum adjustmen Use for selection adjustments during sound f Tape is selected this key functions as setting for the low frequency range set up and preset channel functions reverse play key e key Enter key Info Flip key f VCR is selected this key functions as Use to operate other components Use to operate other components record key when it pressed twice sequentially Return key Input Mode key 5 When in MD or Tape is selected this key Use t
61. o operate the DVD component Use to switch between the full auto digital unctions as record key Exit key and analog inputs Top Menu key Use o operate o her components Listen Mode a v keys 29 Use to operate the DVD component Disc Skip key Use to select the listening mode Setup key 8 f CD is selected as the input source this key DSP Mode key 2 Use to select the speakers settings etc unctions as the multi CD player disc skip key Use to select any of the DSP mode Loudness key 27 LAST A B key ads Active EQ key 2 Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS If TAPE is selected as the input source this is Use to select ACTIVE EQ s setting Remote Setup key A and B deck of a double cassette deck LED lighting emitting diode indicator Use to register other components Use to operate other components Blinks to show that signals are being transmitted m key Disc Sel key TV key f CD MD or TAPE is selected as the input Use to operate other components Use to select the TV equipment source this key functions as the stop key Input Sel key POWER RCVR receiver key 28 Auto key 24 Use to operate other components Use to turn the receiver on or off Use to select the auto or manual tuning CH keys TV Power key mode Use to select the channels Use to turn the TV on or off Speaker EQ key 27 pri ea keys 100 key Use to select SPEAKER EO s setting lf CD MD and DVD is selected as the input Use t
62. o select the disc number with the mult Stereo key 3 source these keys function as skip keys CD player Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO TV Input key TV mute key Use when in TV operation Use to temporarily mute the TV sound TEN Setting up the system Make connections as shown in the following pages When connecting the related system components be sure to refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the components you are connecting Do not connect the power cord to a wall outlet until all connections are completed Notes 1 Be sure to insert all connection cords securely If their connections are imperfect sound may not be produced or there will be noise inference 2 Be sure to remove the power cord from the AC outlet before plugging or unplugging any connection cords Plugging unplugging connection cords without disconnecting the power cord can cause malfunctions and may damage the unit 3 Do not connect power cords from components whose power consumption is larger than what is indicated on the AC outlet at the rear of this unit Analog connections Audio connections are made using RCA pin cords These cables transfer stereo audio signal in an analog form This means the audio signal corresponds to the actual audio of two channels These cables usually have 2 plugs on each end one red for the right channel and one white for the left channel These cables are usually packed together wit
63. ofer is required for true 5 1 channel Dolby Digital surround sound this receiver lets you enjoy Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround program sources even if you connect only the front speakers Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital EX is an extension of Dolby Digital technology Dolby Digital EX creates six full bandwidth output channels from 6 1 channel sources This is done using a matrix decoder that derives three surround channels from the two in the original recording This is achieved by using three different surround signals Left Surround Right Surround and Back Surround each driving its own array of speakers Think of it as adding a center channel for the rear speakers which give more diffuse and natural surround effect even if you wanted the ability to completely encircle the audience with sound positioning sound effects exactly where they would be heard in real life For best results Dolby Digital EX should be used with movie soundtracks recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX which contain a digital flag that will automatically activate this feature However for titles released prior to late 2001 this feature has to be activated manually Although a full set of speakers front left right and center surround left and right surround back and a subwoofer is required for true 6 1 channel Dolby Digital Surround EX sound this receiver lets you enjoy Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround program sources even if you connect only the f
64. off soon after it starts eThere are many possible causes for this problem depending on the type of DVD player used e Set the input mode to digital manual before starting playback of the Dolby Digital source No sound is produced during playback from a DVD player The input mode is set to digital manual e Press the INPUT MODE key to select to full auto mode 3 A video source cannot be recorded normally Tuner Symptom The software is copy guarded Cause Copy guarded video software cannot be recorded Remedy Radio stations cannot be received e No antenna is connected e The broadcast band is not set properly e The frequency of the desired station is not tuned e Connect an antenna e Set the broadcast band properly e Tune the frequency of the desired station A Interference e Noise due to ignition noise from an automobile e Noise due to interference from an electric appliance e Noise due to a nearby TV set e Install the outdoor antenna away from the road e Turn off the power to the appliance e Install the receiver farther away from the TV A station which was preset cannot be received by pressing the corresponding numeric key 425 e The preset station belongs to a frequency that cannot be received e The preset memory was cleared because the power cord had been unplugged for a long period of time e Preset a station w
65. on setup displays and press the SETUP key again Measure the distance from the listening position to each of the speakers Jot down the distance to each of the speakers Distance to Front left speaker L ___ feet meters Distance to Center speaker C ___ feet meters Distance to Front right speaker R ____ feet meters Distance to Surround right SR __ feet meters Distance to Surround back SB ___ feet meters Distance to Surround left SL ___ feet meters Distance to Subwoofer SW ___ feet meters Continued to next page 19 Preparing for surround sound Use the v keys or lt gt keys to select the speakers and the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the distance to the front speakers The speaker indicator to be adjusted blinks ere 23824 s y ai wh Cas I i a l WN DS Indication in feet Indication in meters e The allowable setting range is 1 to 30 feet 0 3 to 9 0 m adjustable in 1 foot 0 3 m increments Repeat steps O to input the distance for each of the speakers Press the SETUP key again to return to main setup displays e The speakers you have selected should appear on the display Confirm that all the speakers have been correctly selected Select the display mode Press the v key or lt gt keys to select the DISP MODE Press the SETUP key for the following displays DISP SELECTOR DISP LISTEN
66. or goes off Muting the sound The MUTE key lets you mute the sound of the speakers Press the MUTE key U ries 8 wan D ee 8 7 B BBB To cancel Press the MUTE key again so that the MUTE indicator goes off e MUTE ON can also be deactivated by turning the VOLUME CONTROL knob or pressing VOL keys ACTIVE EQ mode You can enjoy a more impressive sound effect when ACTIVE EQ is turned ON during Dolby Digital and DTS playback and when in PCM and analog stereo mode Press the ACTIVE EQ key for the following selections ACTIVE EQ MUSIC Effective when listening to music The ACTIVE EQ indicator lights up ACTIVE EQ CINEMA Effective when watching a movie The ACTIVE EQ indicator lights up Effective when watching TV The ACTIVE EQ indicator lights up The ACTIVE EQ function is turned OFF The ACTIVE EQ indicator goes off e ACTIVE EQ will scroll from right to left e When ACTIVE EQ and SPEAKER EQ are OFF and ACTIVE EQ MUSIC is turned ON SPEAKER EQ SMALL will turn ON automatically e ACTIVE EQ function will not be available when REC MODE AUTO TUNING PRESET MEMORY or DTS ES MATRIX is ON and during 96kHz LPCM playback ACTIVE EQ TV ACTIVE EQ OFF 22 EN SPEAKER EQ mode SPEAKER EQ function is to adjust the receiver s audio output characteristics with the speakers characteristics which differs depending on the size of the speakers Especially for the
67. ould be lit 6 w88 it mp0 e Selecting 6CH INPUT by pressing the INPUT MODE key whereby DVD 6CH is the input source will cause SPEAKERS A to be selected automatically Normal playback Listening to a source component VOLUME CONTROL 00 0 0000 0000 000000 0 0 0 Use the Input Selector and AV AUX keys to select the source you want to listen to Selecting a source using each key DVD 6CH CD DVD PHONO TUNER VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 MD TAPE AV AUX a Start playback from the selected source E Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob or VOL keys to adjust the volume Adjusting the sound SPEAKER EQ ACTIVE EQ A SPEAKERS B TONE MULTI CONTROL Hassas o jesse Labo ta p ke PHONES LOUDNESS NIN MUTE VONNE NTROL TUNER e o o O0O0o 2 1 POWER RCVR 2900 g Multi A V fe O o00o r Mute si o Tone er VOL 90 9 Bass Boost Adjusting the TONE You can adjust the sound quality when the receiver is in the PCM stereo and analog stereo mode For the remote control press and hold the TUNER key for more than 3 seconds to switch to receiver mode Press the TONE key to select th
68. produce high grade 6 channels surround with an astonishing fidelity from 2 channels content Neo 6 has 2 mode CINEMA mode is for movie playback and MUSIC mode is for music playback DTS has a 1 or LFE channel The indication LFE appears in the display when a signal is being input for this channel DVD 6 channel mode Using a DVD player or the like equipped with six 5 1 output channels and the receiver you can enjoy multi channel encoded DVD source material in all its splendor Since the source signals are digital and each channel is input independently the resulting sound quality sense of spaciousness and dynamic range are superb The indication LFE appears in the display during DVD 6 channel mode selection Note LFE Low Frequency Effects This channel delivers separate non directional bass signals to the subwoofer for more dynamic deep bass sound effects 27 EN Ambience effects DSP mode The DSP mode lets you add the atmosphere of a live concert or hall to almost any type of program source These modes are particularly effective when used with stereo program sources like CD television and FM radio You might enjoy trying the ARENA JAZZ CLUB THEATER STADIUM or DISCO mode the next time you watch a concert or sporting event What s DSP DSP stands for Digital Signal Processor The way a sound is heard in an actual environment depends on a variety of different facto
69. put sensitivity impedance PHONO MM ccccsssessesesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeneeees 6 0 mV 47 KQ CD DVD TAPE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 6CH scbnceasqateesdecs tacos i5cus deeasdaiesaustvavecesssuvabuneesueseatctwesteeee 500 mV 47 KQ Output level impedance TAPE REG if cccceczecessteceiscstiorst natant 500 mV 1 KQ PRE OUT SURROUND BACK CHANNEL 1 V 1kQ PRE OUT SUBWOOFER 1 V 1kQ Tone control a 10 dB at 100 Hz TRE BE eaen ATASS EET EEE E 10 dB at 10 kHz DIGITAL AUDIO section Sampling frequency seeeee 32 kHz 44 1 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz Input level impedance wave length S VIDEO inputs outputs S VIDEO luminance signal S VIDEO chrominance signal COMPONENT VIDEO inputs outputs 1 Vp p 75Q 0 286 Vp p 75 Q COMPONENT VIDEO luminance signal 1 Vp p 75Q COMPONENT VIDEO CB CR signal 0 32 Vp p 75 Q FM tuner section Tuning frequency range Usable sensitivity MONO EESE 1 3 pV 75 Q 13 2 dBf 75 kHz dev SINAD 30 dB 50 dB quieting sensitivity STEREO e a eene 28 uV 75 Q 40 2 dBf Total harmonic distortion MONO 1 kHz 75 kHz dev eeeee 0 5 65 dBf input STEREO 1 kHz 67 5 6 75 kHz dev 0 7 65 dBf input Signal to noise ratio MONDO 1 kHz 75 kHz dev e 75 dB 65 dBf input STEREO 1 kHz 67 5 6 75 kHz dev 68 dB 65 dBf input Stereo separation 1
70. r code Checking the codes Re assigning device keys Operating other components Setup code chart CASSETTE deck CD player amp MD recorder operations Other components operations Additional Information A Specifications In case of difficulty Unpacking Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are present FM indoor antenna 1 AM loop antenna 1 Remote control unit 1 Batteries R6 AA 2 RC R0822 09000200 0 5 000000 0 APSARA o 0 Ponong0 o oDo00D50 9 02 000000 09000500 v 000000 f any acccessories are missing or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate notify your dealer immediately If the unit was shipped to you directly notify your shipper immediately Kenwood recommends that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future Keep this manual handy for future reference SEN Before applying the power Preparing the remote control For the U S A Loading the batteries FCC WARNING Remove the cover Insert the batteries 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 T
71. r volume level From your usual listening position adjust the volume levels The volume levels from each speaker should be the same O Press the v keys or lt gt keys to select TEST TONE Press the SETUP key for the following displays T TONE AUTO T TONE MANUAL The selection of AUTO MANUAL TEST TONE is done by the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys Press the SETUP key again to begin TEST TONE Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the volume level of the test tone output from the speaker channel to be adjusted For AUTO selection the first test tone is heard from the front left speaker for 2 5 seconds The next test tone is heard from the speakers in the following sequence for 2 seconds each LEFT gt CNTR RIGHT E ae ae gp The channel indication blinks while the test tone is being output re Pig Rp ae fee NS e If you change the volume level settings for the speakers while listening to music the settings referred to on this page are also changed 30 e f the speaker setting selects are OFF the speaker level settings are reset For MANUAL selection press the v keys or lt 1 gt keys each time to select the speaker channel Press the SETUP key again e The test tone is turned off and return to the main setup displays G Input the distance to the speakers Press the v keys or lt gt keys to select the SP DISTANCE
72. re assigned to another key before a setup code can be registered 34 e While in Tuner mode setup code function will not be available Ei Press and hold the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice then release the Remote Setup key Gi Press the numeric key to enter the four digit code for the component to be registered e f performed correctly the LED will blink twice e Point the remote control at the component and press SRC Power key once It should turn on off but if it does not repeat step E to e f the component still does not work try searching for the code E Repeat steps B to B to register additional components until all components have been registered Note Although each setup code is designed to work with a number of different models certain codes may not work with some models Also certain codes may only operate some of the functions available on a given model Searching for your codes If you component does not respond after trying all the codes listed for your component or if your component is not listed at all try searching for your code For example to search for code for your TV Press the TV key once Next press and hold the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice then release the Remote Setup key E Press the numeric key to enter 9 9 1 The LED will blink twice El Point the remote control at the TV and slowly alternate between pressing the SRC Power and TV keys
73. rmally setto AUTO auto tuning If the radio waves are weak and there is a lot of interference switch to manual tuning With manual tuning stereo broadcasts will be received in monaural Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys or Tune lt lt gt keys to select the station STEREO lights when a broadcast is being received in stereo STEREO TUNED is displayed when a station is received Auto tuning The next station is tuned automatically Manual tuning Turn the knob or use the Multi A V keys to select the desired station 24 Presetting radio stations manually MULTI CONTROL CLO at 37800 TUNER MEMORY o o OoO 09 Tune to the station you want to store B Press the MEMORY key while receiving the station Blinks for 5 seconds Lights for 5 seconds a opg Y STEREO ee a Sty eh CFS Proceed to step within 5 seconds If more than 5 seconds elapse press the MEMORY key again E Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select one of the station presets 1 40 Press the MEMORY key again to confirm the setting e Repeat steps A and to store as many stations as necessary e If you store a station at a previously used preset the old station will be replaced by the new one Listening to radio broadcasts Receiving preset station
74. ront speakers Although only Dolby Digital soundtracks incorporate a separate low frequency channel connecting a subwoofer will also improve deep bass performance in the other surround modes The indication LFE appears in the display when a signal is being input for this channel Dolby PRO LOGIC II Dolby Pro Logic II was designed specifically to provide a new sense of spatiality directionality and articulation of sounds from Dolby Surround encoded sources such as video and Laserdisc software marked powsysurrounn This is achieved with an intelligent built in feedback logic design a matrix surround decoding and the decoding of stereo full bandwidth surround outputs The PRO LOGIC II modes programmed into this receiver are MOVIE MUSIC and PRO LOGIC The MOVIE mode of the PRO LOGIC II has preset characteristics to produce a calibrated high level surround sound playback while the MUSIC mode has user adjustable characteris tics to offer the three optional controls like Dimension Center Width and Panorama modes to allow optimization of the soundfields as desired The Dimension control allows the user to gradually adjust the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear the Center Width control allows various adjustment of the left center right speakers balance the Panorama mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an ex
75. rs One of the most important is reverberation the act of decaying elements of sound echoing in various places The DSP modes produce the feeling of presence by using the DSP to create reverberation without spoiling the sound quality of the original signal SRS Circle Surround IT SRS Circle Surround II improves on its predecessor CS 5 1 resulting in the CS 6 1 system enabling you to listen to realistic multi channel surround sound playback from a stereo source or conventional surround encoded video source You already enjoy istening to Dolby Digital DTS multi channel sound with your multi speakers Now you can listen to audio CDs MDs Broadcast and Home Theater using your multi speakers You will discover a new ype of sound through SRS Circle Surround II The CS system dramatically reduces storage space requirements for multi channel content It creates a listening environment that places he listener inside music performances and dramatically improves both hi fi audio and conventional surround encoded video material The CS decoder also includes the SRS technologies Focus and TruBass Focus electronically raises the sound stage from the speaker location to an optimal position TruBass creates deep rich bass in small speaker systems without the need for a subwoofer 28 EN Ambience effects Surround play The DTS compatible models can reproduce a CD DVD or LD carrying the DTS mark
76. s Receiving preset stations in order P CALL P Call lt gt Press the TUNER key to select tuner as the source Press the TUNER key to select the tuner as the source B Enter the number of the preset station you want to receive B Use the P Call lt gt keys to select the desired station up to 40 e Each time you press the key another preset station is received in Press the numeric keys in the following order order For 15 press 10 5 Pressing the P Call gt does the following For 20 press 10 0 01 02 gt 03 gt gt 38 39 gt 40 e f you make a mistake entering a two digit number press the 10 key repeatedly to return to the original display and start again Pressing the P Call lt does the following er ee ee Holding down the or lt keys lets you skip through the presets receiving each preset station at 0 5 second intervals a Gaels STEREO 25 EN Ambience effects This receiver is equipped with listening modes that allow you to enjoy an enhanced sonic ambience with a variety of video sources In order to obtain the optimum effect from the surround modes make sure to input the proper speaker settings beforehand Surround modes The below speaker placements are for 5 1 channel surround sound system which are Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic II e DSP DVD 6 channel e DTS The below speaker placeme
77. settings Each turn of the LISTEN MODE knob or press of the Listen Mode A V keys switches the setting as listed below The listening mode settings are different depending on the type of input signal When the DOLBY DIGITAL or DOLBY DIGITAL EX signal is input The DOLBY DIGITAL or PRO LOGIC indicator lights up DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL surround DOLBY D EX DOLBY DIGITAL EX surround PLIE MOVIE PRO LOGIC I surround MOVIE mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up PLIE MUSIC PRO LOGIC I surround MUSIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC I surround PRO LOGIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up STEREO ormal stereo playback When you select DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL will be displayed B wae fia When the DTS or DTS ES matrix or discrete signal is input DTS DTS indicator lights up DTS ES MATRIX DTS and MATRIX indicators light up DTS ES DISCRETE DTS and DISCRETE indicators light up STEREO Normal stereo playback When the analog signal or the digital signal except for DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS signal is input PLIE MOVIE PRO LOGIC I surround MOVIE mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up PLIE MUSIC PRO LOGIC I surround MUSIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC I surround PRO LOGIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up NEO CINEMA NEO 6 surround The
78. ted for system control e Some CD players and cassette decks are not compatible with the SL16 system control mode Do not make system connections with equipment that is not SL16 compatible e Some MD players are not system control compatible You cannot make system control connections to this kind of equipment Notes 1 SL16 equipment cannot be combined with XR XS and XS8 equipment for system operations If your equipment consists of this kind of combination please do not connect any system con trol cords Even without system control cords normal operations can be carried out without effecting performance Do not connect system control cords to any components other than those specified by KENWOOD It may cause a malfunction and damage your equipment 3 Be sure the system control plugs are inserted all the way in to the system control terminals ee SYSTEM CONTROL OPERATIONS Remote Control Lets you operate this unit with the system remote supplied with the receiver Automatic Operation When you start playback from a source component the input selector on this unit switches to that component automatically Synchronized Recording Lets you synchronize recording with the start of playback when recording from CD MD or analog discs Registering setup codes for KENWOOD audio components If you own remote controllable KENWOOD audio components that are not compatible with system control registeri
79. ter speaker Place front and center This speaker stabilizes the sound image and helps recreate sound motion Required for surround playback Surround left and right speakers Place at the direct left and right or slightly behind the listening position at even heights approximately 1 meter above the ears of the isteners These speakers recreate sound motion and atmosphere Required for surround playback Subwoofer Reproduces powerful deep bass sounds Surround back speaker Place the speaker directly at the rear of the listening position The optimum position depends mainly on the room condition e Although the ideal surround system consists of all the speakers listed above if you don t have a center speaker or a subwoofer you can divide those signals between the available speakers in the speaker settings steps to obtain the best possible surround reproduction from the speakers you have available 18 Qe EN Setting up the system Connecting audio components SYSTEM CONTROL jacks m7 oo 00 OKO oO To AC wall outlet RECOUT PLAYIN e QOQ TOD m tbe 6 Moving coil MC cartridge record player cannot be used directly from the receiver unit It can only b
80. urround sound playback from a stereo source or conventional surround encoded video source You already enjoy listening to Dolby Digital DTS multi channel sound with your multi speakers Now you can listen to audio CDs MDs Broadcast and Home Theater using your multi speakers You will discover a new type of sound through SRS Circle Surround IL DSP surround modes The DSP Digital Signal Processor used for this receiver incorporates a variety of high quality adjustable sound fields like ARENA JAZZ CLUB THEATER STADIUM and DISCO It is compatible with almost any kind of program source DVD 6 channel input If you own a DVD player equipped with 6 channel output this receiver allows you to obtain the full surround sound impact of DVD source material featuring multi channel encoding Since the source signals are digital and each channel is input independently the resulting ambience is far superior to what can be achieved with conventional surround sound systems ACTIVE EQ ACTIVE EQ mode will produce a more dynamic sound quality in any condition You can enjoy amore impressive sound effect when ACTIVE EQ is turned on during Dolby Digital and DTS playback SPEAKER EQ SPEAKER EQ function is to adjust the receiver s audio output characteristics with the speakers characteristics which differs depending on the size of the speakers Especially for the music sound source playback the reproduced sound becom
81. use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil for they may deform the plastic component Safety precautions WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE A 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 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 EN LOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO ONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS Qa THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRI ANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRES ENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOM PANYING THE APPLIANCE How to use this manual This manual is divided into four sections Preparations Operations Remote Control and Additional Information Preparations Shows you how to connect your audio and video components to the receiver and prepare the surround processor Since this receiver works with all your audio and video components we will guide you in setting up your system to be as easy as possible Operatio
82. ws you to enjoy an enchanced sound when listening to music through center image from only center speaker or left and right speakers or various combinations adjustments Press the SOUND key then press the v keys or lt gt keys until CENTER WIDTH appears on the display e The CENTER WIDTH indication scrolls across the display e When the center speaker is switched OFF this mode will not be effective Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the left center right output Center image will be heard from center speaker only sp AUTO DETECT 8 Bee o ae B BBB pene foun His Center image will be heard from left and right speakers only SP AUTO DETECT 5 ouA y rro oa 6 668 fams e When in other position center image from center speaker left and right speakers can be heard simultaneously with various combinations Circle Surround IT mode When you select the circle surround I mode you will be able to enjoy the multi surround sound from the stereo source Use the LISTEN MODE knob or Listen Mode 4 v keys for CS II selection Center Focus mode CS II mode only Center focus elevate level adjustment allows you to enjoy an enchanced sound when you select CS IE CINEMA MUSIC MONO It repositions the sound image to an optimal position more natural to the listener through the center image Press the SOUND key then press the v keys or lt gt keys until CE

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