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Kenwood VR-7070 Stereo System User Manual

1. 425 Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart rotor Motorola 0093 Shintom 0803 Multitech 0180 0800 0803 Signature 0016 NAD 0156 0166 0178 Simpson 0186 NEC 0030 0019 0056 0434 0497 Sony 0000 1100 0800 0813 NTC 0092 Soundesign 0178 0179 0180 0186 Nikko 0178 0030 0092 0802 Squareview 0171 Noblex 0804 Starlite 0180 Onwa 0180 Supreme 0000 Optimus 0250 0166 0154 0806 08 Sylvania 0054 0171 0030 0800 0818 0815 0802 0903 Optonica 0093 Symphonic 0171 0180 0800 Orion 0463 0179 0236 0801 08 TMK 0056 0178 0804 Panasonic 0051 0250 0806 0812 08 TNCi 0017 0809 0907 Tandy 0093 Penney 0047 1347 0060 0030 0021 0178 0051 0019 0032 0156 Tatung 0398 0747 0804 0802 0809 0814 Teac 0800 Philco 0145 0019 0030 0054 0463 Technics 0051 0250 Philips 0054 1454 0904 Technol Ace 0179 Pilot 0019 0030 0802 Techwood 0051 0056 Pioneer 0166 0679 0186 0016 0054 0179 0180 Portland 0019 0092 pean ers 0086 0060 0 190 Princeton 0717 Telefunken 0056 0702 Pristi 0051 Thomas 0800 Profitronic 0804 Toshiba 0156 0060 0154 1256 0808 Proscan 0047 0747 0811 0906 0901 Proton 0466 0178 Totevision 0802 0804 Protec 0803 Unite
2. POWER ON STANDEY key 2y ACTIVE EO key 3 key 28 Use to turn the power ON STANDBY Use to select ACTIVE EQ s setting Use to switch the status of TONE control STANDEY indicator Q DSP key 33 MEMORY key A A SPEAKERS B keys Use to select any of the DSP mode Use to store radio stations in the prese Use to turn the A B speakers on or off O STEREO key 38 memory ae THX key 33 Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO SETUP key 2 Use to switch the status of THX INPUT MODE key 8 Use to select the speakers settings etc SPEAKER EQ key 2A Use to switch between the full auto digital A V keys 2 Use to select SPEAKER EQ s setting and analog inputs Use for selection adjustments during sound Surround LED lighting emitting diode DIMMER key set up and preset channel functions indicators Use to select the REC MODE 2 MULTI CONTROL knob 2 THX mode LED indicator 34 Use to adjust the brightness of the display Use to control a variety of settings Lights when the THX mode has been chosen 3 LISTEN MODE knob 133 THX mode may may not be activated VOLUME CONTROL knob Use to select the listening mode depending upon the applicable playbackmode _ MUTE key AV AUX S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R SPEAKER mode LED indicator
3. Input Selector Input Selector 00 45 o e GOD 00 Uo o 000 0 000 0 0 C 00 0 vor 9gooop 00 990000 000000 Use the Input Selector and AV AUX keys to select the source you want to listen to Selecting a source using each key D DVD 6CH 2 CD DVD 3 PHONO TUNER 5 VIDEO 1 6 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 8 MD TAPE 9 AV AUX B Start playback from the selected source Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob or VOL keys to adjust the volume Normal playback Adjusting the sound SPEAKER EQ ACTIVE EQ A SPEAKERS B z TONE MULTI CONTROL le ci G ES 1g o1 rs P _ _ PHONES NIN MUTE ONE NTROL TUNER a2 S POWER RCVR sda al Multi Co S eal Mute Tone eQ VoL eoo Sj Bass Boost 8 5 Loudness Adjusting the TONE You can adjust the sound quality when the receiver is in the PCM stereo and analog stereo mode and when THX OFF Q For the remote control press and hold the TUNER key for more than 3 seconds to switch to receiver mode O Press the TONE key to select the TONE mode Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select TONE ON OFF STEREO ANALOG E AL B 96 y O mO aie ities
4. 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 8 cogn Q Use the Input Selector keys to select the source of which the input level you want to adjust 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 B coBB gt STEREO mo The adjustment mode is displayed for approximately 8 seconds The input level may be adjusted to any one of three settings 3dB and 68B The initial setting is OdB Press the SOUND key again to return to the input indication 23 EN Normal playback Preparing for playback Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback POWER ON STANDBY A SPEAKERS B INPUT MODE MD TAPE Turning on the receiver Turn on the power to the related components O Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON STANDBY b key Selecting the input mode If you have selected a component connected to the CD DVD
5. 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 n 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 subwoofer 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
6. Recording a music source Q Usethe Input Selector keys to select the source other than MD you want to record O 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 O 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 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 Q Use the Input Selector keys to select the source CD DVD DVD 6CH VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 you want to record O 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 D REC MODE off The digital input record mode is switched off The digital input signals DTS Dolby Digital or PCM are identified auto matically and converted into s
7. ____ feet meters Distance to Surround right SR feet meters Distance to Surround back right SBR ____ feet meters Distance to Surround back left SBL feet meters Distance to Surround left SL Distance to Subwoofer SW feet meters feet meters Use the V keys or lt 1 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 Indication in meters Indication in feet 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 to input the distance for each of the speakers Press the SETUP key again to return to main setup displays The speakers you have selected should appear on the display Confirm that all the speakers have been correctly selected BH Select the display mode Press the V key or lt gt keys to select the DISP MODE O Press the SETUP key for the following displays D DISP SELECTOR DISP LISTEN 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 B ohh v ome S EREO ma LM ae oe NETZE Press the SETUP key again to accept the setting Use the key or gt key to select EXIT B SP STEREO mm 9 B BBB
8. Sony Star Choice 1109 MD 1339 0639 0869 Cassette Deck 1340 Toshiba 0749 0790 1749 Uniden 0724 0722 Zenith DTV Decoders setup codes 0856 1856 taker Seuesodes Panasonic 1120 Pioneer 1010 Princeton 0113 0295 Samsung 1190 Sensory Science 1126 Sharp 1010 45 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 Cassette deck operations keys selection 49 Rewind S gt Fast Forward Stop SRC Power Source power Numeric keys Select tracks bP Skip up lt Skip need Pause gt Play QE 46 Owe 6 KENWOOD gt Play 100 Select tracks 4 Search gt Search e Record E Stop 4 Reverse play CD player operation keys SRC Power Source power Numeric keys Select tracks P Skip up lt Skip down Pause Stop 2 100 Select tracks Disc Skip a Search gt Search u Play pause Basic remote control operations for other components Other components op
9. DSS operation keys SRC Power Source power Enter Numeric keys Exit Last Last channel Input selection CH Channel Dimmer Qu 3 WIE 6 2 Owe 6 KENWOOD DVD player operation keys SRC Power Source power Numeric keys Select tracks Enter Page w a Page down or up Disc Sel Disc selection gt gt Skip up Haa Skip down Pause m Stop QJ C9 COGO Owe KENWOOD A Cursor up V Cursor down 1Cursor left Cursor right Guide Input Sel See amp Menu Info Information A Cursor up V Cursor down lt iCursor left Cursor right 100 OSD On Screen Display Menu Disc Skip pex Search gt Search Top Menu Title gt Play Cable operation keys SRC Power Source power Numeric Keys enter 289 7 Page w a D Page down or up mO Exit Geese Input Sel i Input selection J Channel G2 Dimmer Owe C KENWOOD e Info CO GS e amp A Cursor up V Cursor down lt iCursor left Cursor right Guide Menu Last Last channel Information Notes 1 Certain codes may only operate some of the function available on a given model 2 The above show the typical type fun
10. SRS Circle Surround I1 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 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 Si
11. 00900000 0o 000 009 0 0 0 0 om 00 oo00 0 9000 000000 Input Mode Preparations Connect your DVD player to the DVD 6CH jacks of the receiver Turn on all other components that will be used Complete Preparing for surround sound 2 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 Select 6CH INPUT by pressing the INPUT MODE key E 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 EO 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 subwoofer you can adjust the volume of the subwoofer using the subwoofer s own volume control Ambience effects Convenient functions STEREO DIMMER MULTI CONTROL 29009 SOUND A V LISTEN MODE TUNER 2 2 Multi 4 ulti A V TOP lt gt fq Ao e C3 Dimmer ooo 00000 2 Listen Modea Stereo Adjusting the sound You can make further adjustments to the sound while listening to p
12. f performed correctly the will blink twice 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 to f the component still does not work try searching for the code Ej Repeat steps to 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 your 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 E Press the TV key once Next press and hold the Learn key until the blinks twice then release the Learn key l Press the numeric key to enter 9 9 1 will blink twice El Point the remote control at the TV and slowly alternate between pressing the SRC Power and TV key Stop when the TV turns on or off n the search mode the remote control will send IR codes from its library to the selected device starting with the most popular code first l Press the Learn key once to lock in the code E search for the codes of your other components repeat steps through but substitute the appropriate key
13. COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL CD DVD VIDEO 3 MONITOI DIGITAL 0 R UT IN S VIDEO IN VIDEO PLAY IN PLAY S VIDEO VIDEO CED UTH ROOM B OUT IN OUT VIDEO VIDEO DVD MONITOR IN URROUND e e CENTER SUB WOOFER 9 Ge Ce v2 COAXIAL FRONT SURROUND DIGITAL OUT OUT L R OUT L R AUDIO CENTER DVD player OUT o SUBWOOFER OUT S VIDEO OUT S VIDEO cord Setting up the system Connecting the speakers Surround Back Subwoofer Use this terminal if you wish to Surround Speakers connect to a Surround Back Be sure to connect both speaker with the SETUP of surround speakers 6ch AMP SB or to connect to a subwoofer speaker with Right Left the SETUP of 6ch AMP SW Powered subwoofer 27 at 00000000006 oO WHITE GREEN e e SPEAKERS 8 160 FRONT B RED a B e J c Jo Right Left O Front
14. Setup 06900 oo 98000 Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON STANDBY 5 key or POWER RCVR key B For the remote control press and hold the TUNER key for more than 3 seconds to switch to receiver mode E Press the SETUP key to enter the SETUP mode The Surround Back and Subwoofer speaker output selections are displayed as follows El Select a speaker system If you have THX certified speakers please set them to NML THX Select the SP SETUP and press the SETUP key again so that the subwoofer setting indication SUBW ON appears STEREO COS Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the appropriate subwoofer setting D SUBW ON Subwoofer setting mode to the receiver is ON 2 SUBW OFF Subwoofer setting mode to the receiver is OFF 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 Before step O press the SETUP key to accept the setting When subwoofer output sound is required select FRNT NML THX or select both FRNT LARGE SW RE MIX ON After setting SW subwoofer from OFF to ON 6ch AMP setup display will appear to enable you to re select either SW SB or OFF rom the surround back or subwoofer speaker terminal e Press the key or gt key to accept the setting The front spea
15. Slow reading on the meter If you do not have an SPL meter adjust the volume levels so that the speakers sound about the same level starting at the OdB setting on the display Press the V keys or lt 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 When the 6ch AMP SB has been selected ed ee CNTR gt RIGHT gt SR SUBW SL SB 4 When the 6ch AMP SW or OFF has been selected LEFT gt CNTR 9 RIGHT gt SR SUBW SL lt SBL SBR lt The channel indication blinks while the test tone is being output d 1 ATE f you change the volume level settings for the speakers while listening to music the settings referred to on this page are also changed 35 e f the speaker setting selects are OFF the speaker level settings are reset For MANUAL selection press the V keys
16. i e DVD 6CH CD DVD VIDZ VID3 TV MD TAPE AV AUX PHONO PHONO key has to be re assigned to another key before a setup code can be programmed 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 E Press the TV key once Next press and hold the Learn key until blinks twice then release the Learn key E Press the numeric key to enter 9 9 0 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 f a code digit is 0 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 components repeat steps E through but substitute the appropriate key i e DVD 6CH CD DVD 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 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 con
17. mode connections The underlined portion represents the setting of the system control mode SL16 Receiver SL16 XS XS8 XR MB recorder CONTROL SL16 XS XS8 CD player XS Record player n 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 connected for system control Some CD players and cassette decks are not compatible with the SL 16 system control mode Do not make system connections with equipment that is not SL16 compatible 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 contr
18. prevent malfunction 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 equipment or the software you are going to play and enjoy 30 THX THX mode activates proprietary THX features that help recreate the cinematic experience in a home environment 32 THX Surround EX During THX Surround EX mode film soundtracks that have been encoded with Dolby Digital Surround EX technology are able to reproduce an extra channel which has been added during the mixing of the program This channel is called Surround Back THX Surround EX mode activates proprietary THX features that help recreate the cinematic experience in a home environment 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 bestresults Dolby Digital EX should be used with movie soundtracks recorded with Dolby Digital Surr
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21. 10 B coBB 0 com 9 B 666 m m m mu m m m m mom Ambience effects 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 cBB gt STEREO D gt STEREO D se 96kHz LPCM playback The receiver is compatible with the 96kHz LPCM playback To play a 96kHz DVD set the listen mode to STEREO n FULL AUTO input mode the listen mode will automatically be STEREO 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 speakers 37 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 d
22. 26 Use to temporarily mute the sound jacks Lights when the receiver is in the SPEAKER PHONES jack 2 AVAUXkey Use for headphone listening Use to switch the input to AV AUX ACTIVE EQ mode LED indicator 2 Input Selector keys 24 Lights when the receiver is in the ACTIVE EQ DVD 6CH CD DVD PHONO TUNER mode VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 MD TAPE DOLBY DIGITAL mode LED indicator Use to select input sources LES 2 SOUND key 38 Lights when the receiver is in the Dolby Use to adjust the sound quality and the Digital mode ambience effects DTS mode LED indicator 23 BAND key 28 Lights when the receiver is in the DTS mode Use to select the broadcast band a CS mode LED indicator 33 AUTO key BRI Lights when the receiver is in the CIRCLE Use to select the auto or manual tuning SURROUND II mode mode Standby mode While 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 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 41 If the name of a function is different on the receiver and on the remote control the name of the remote control key in this manua
23. 4 Dimensions Optical 15 dBm 24 dBm 660 nm 30 nm D 392 mm 15 7 16 Coaxial 22er tette teen 0 5 Vp p 75 O Weight Net 9 4 kg 20 7 Ib Output level impedance wave length Optical 21 dBm 15 dBm 660 nm 30 nm 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 51 EN KENWOOD 52 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
24. DTS DOLBY DIGITAL STEREO NEO 6 D ae dd DSP MODE PRO LOGIC ins cs AUTO indicator 8 96kHzfs T j Surround EX ma MEMORY indicator E dur us D 6E STEREO indicator poca n pong I 08855 ododo ododo 20008 DU G _ TUNED indicator o ooooo 00000 na 00005 caooo Boa 00000 DODOD 3 00000 0000 00000 00000 00000 Ong Bi nu 001 usi 5588 i 00000 00000 00000 Speaker selection indicators Frequency display Input channel indicators Input display Output channel indicators Display Preset channel display Surround mode display VOLUME CONTROL POWER DOLBY DIGITAL o SPEAKEREQ 05 ON STANDBY oi THX SPEAKEREQ DSP STEREO INPUT MODE DIMMER CIS DOWN UP CD wore DVDI6CH CD DVD PHONO TUNER MULTI CONTROL LISTEN MODE SOUND TONE SETUP Qu f SVEO LAUDIOR PHONES VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO3 El dr J BAND AUTO MEMORY
25. MIX appears 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 STEREO ENN 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 f surround back speaker is turned off SURR MIX setting is not visible and the procedure skips to step 22 EN Press the key or gt key again to accept the setting e The subwoofer remix setting indication SW RE MIX appears Q 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 SW RE MIX ON Subwoofer re mix setting mode to f subwoofer is turned off subwoofer re mix setting is not visible Q Press the SETUP key again to return to the main setup displays Thereceiverenters the speaker volume level adjustment mode eIn steps and El indications appear only for the selected channels of the speakers that require adjusting Adjust the speaker volume level From your usual listening position adjust the volume levels Using a handheld SPL meter at arms length from your body adjust the noise to read 75dB when set to C weighting
26. Registering setup codes for other COImponehtsi ceo Mere tieni eie e Searching for your code Checking the codes Re assigning device keys Operating other components Storing the remote control of the other components Setup code chart d CASSETTE deck CD player amp MD recorder siete feed 46 Other components operations 47 Additional In case 49 Information SPOCHICALIONS rennen 51 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 RC R0820 90005200 300000000 005909590 0 00 900099 R 90 700009590 0 9 C9 000090 6 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 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 modificatio
27. To cancel Press the MUTE key again so that the MUTE indicator goes off MUTE ON can also be deactivated by turning the VOLUME CONTROL knob or pressing VOL keys 25 EN Normal playback 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 EO key for the following selections D ACTIVE MUSIC Effective when listening to music The ACTIVE EQ indicator lights up ACTIVE EO CINEMA Effective when watching a movie The ACTIVE EQ indicator lights up Effective when watching TV The ACTIVE EQ indicator lights up The ACTIVE EO function is turned OFF The ACTIVE EQ indicator goes off e ACTIVE EQ will scroll from right to left e When ACTIVE and SPEAKER EO are OFF and ACTIVE EO MUSIC is turned ON SPEAKER EO SMALL will turn ON automatically 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 3 ACTIVE EO TV ACTIVE EO OFF SPEAKER mode SPEAKER EO 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 becomes more natural when adjusting the output characteristics When activating the SPE
28. 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 L amp Selecting MD TAPE Select the source name corresponding to the component connected to the MD TAPE jacks The initial factory setting is 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 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 o 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 A B OFF The indicator for the speakers you want to use should be lit E B co B O ap ee e Selecting 6CH INPUT by pressing the INPUT MODE key whereby DVD 6CH is the input source will cause SPEAKERS to be selected automatically 24 Listening to a source component VOLUME CONTROL
29. joint development of Dolby Laboratories and the THX division of Lucasfilm Ltd In a movie theatre film soundtracks that have been encoded with Dolby Digital Surround EX technology are able to reproduce an extra channel which has been added during the mixing of the program This channel called Surround Back places sounds behind the listener in addition to the currently available front left front center front right surround right surround left and subwoofer channels This additional channel provides the opportunity for more detailed imaging behind the listener and brings more depth spacious ambience and sound localization than ever before Movies that were created using the Dolby Digital Surround EX technology when released into the home consumer market may exhibit a Dolby Digital Surround EX logo on the packaging A list of movies created using this technology can be found on the Dolby web site at http www dolby com Only receiver and controller product bearing the THX Surround EX logo when in the THX Surround EX mode faithfully reproduce this new technology in the home This product may also engage the THX Surround EX mode during the playback of 5 1 channel material that is not Dolby Digital Surround EX encoded In such case the information delivered to the Surround Back channel will be program dependent and may or may not be very pleasing depending on the particular soundtrack and the taste of the individual listener
30. key to select tuner as the source Enter the number of the preset station you want to receive up to 40 Press the numeric keys in the following order For 15 press 5 For 20 press 10 0 f you make a mistake entering a two digit number press the 10 key repeatedly to return to the original display and start again STEREO Receiving preset stations in order P CALL c z m 00 Ooo00 05000 Do Ger P Call lt gt 000 0 6 0 0 00 0 00 0 c 3 000000 000 00000 Press the TUNER key to select the tuner as the source B Use the P Call lt gt keys to select the desired station Each time you press the key another preset station is received in order Pressing the P Call gt does the following p EIE ME Pressing the P Call lt does the following p aac CAR edet db T Holding down the gt or lt keys lets you skip through the presets receiving each preset station at 0 5 second intervals 29 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 surroun
31. or lt gt keys each time to select the speaker channel Press the SETUP key again The test tone is turned off and return to the main setup displays Preparing for surround sound a Adjust the bass peak level A restriction is put on the low frequency so that the bass peak level will not go higher than the acceptable level when the volume is increased If subwoofer speaker is OFF the limitation will affect the low frequency of the front left and right speakers Press the V keys or lt gt keys to select BASS PEAK and press the SETUP key SiNEO E a Li mtm O Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi Y keys to adjust the bass peak level to 30dB The adjustment range is from 30dB to OdB and OFF For optimum bass peak level keep increasing the bass peak level by using the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys while test tone is being output until clip sound is heard from the subwoofer or front speaker Press the SETUP key to accept the setting Input the distance to the speakers Press the V keys or lt gt keys to select the SP DISTANCE on setup displays and press the SETUP key again O 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
32. set toa different operation mode Batteries are exhausted 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 The audio cords and system control cords are not connected properly e No tape or CD is placed component An attempt is made to play a tape which is being recorded in the cassette deck The remote control has not been set to the operation mode for the component you wish to control in the source Press any of the Input selector keys to select the appropriate operation mode Replace with new batteries Operate the remote control unit within the controllable range Connect properly referring to Setting up the System Place the tape or CD in the source component which you want to play Wait until recording has completed Press any of the source keys or SRC Power key to activate the operation mode for the component you want to control before operation 38 Specifications Caution Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation AUDIO section Rated power output during STEREO operation 100 watts per channel minimum RMS both channels driven VIDEO section at 8 from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0 09 total VIDEO i ts output harmonic distortion FTC inputs ou pu s VIDEO composite eene 1 Vp p 75Q Effective p
33. sound speaker settings 21 Use the Input Selector keys to select the component you wish to play back with surround sound When the DTS or DTS ES matrix or discrete signal is input D DTS DTS indicator lights up DTS ES MATRIX DTS and MATRIX indicators light up 3 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 II surround MOVIE mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up PLIE MUSIC PRO LOGIC II surround MUSIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up 3 PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC II surround PRO LOGIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up NEO CINEMA NEO 6 surround The NEO 6 indicator lights up 5 NEO MUSIC NEO 6 surround The NEO 6 indicator lights up 6 CSI CINEMA CS 6 1 surround The CS II indicator lights up G CSII MUSIC CS6 1 surround The CS II indicator lights up CSII MONO CS 6 1 surround The CS II indicator lights up STEREO ormal stereo playback The STEREO indicator lights up 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 Use the INPUT MODE key to select the input mode analog or digital for the so
34. 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 o antenna is connected The broadcast band is not set properly The frequency of the desired station is not uned Connect an antenna Set the broadcast band properly Tune the frequency of the desired station GR AF Interference oise due ignition noise from an automobile Noise due to interference from an electric appliance oise due to a nearby TV set e Install the outdoor antenna away from the road Turn off the power to the appliance Install the receiver farther away from the TV A station which was preset cannot be received by pressing the corresponding numeric key The preset station belongs to a frequency that cannot be received The preset memory was cleared because the power cord had been unplugged for a long period of time Preset a station with a receivable frequency Preset the station again age In case of difficulty Remote control unit Symptom Cause Remedy Certain inputs cannot be selected using the remote control No setup codes registered for the respective input s Register a setup code at the respective input s A7 Remote control operation is not possible 50 EN e The remote control is
35. 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 Learn key until blinks twice Then press the numeric key to enter 9 8 1 The blinks twice 39 EN Basic remote control operations for other components Storing the remote control code of the other components The remote control unit can store the remote control code of the other components and youcan operate the other components from the remote control unit The remote control code is stored on the key or memory of the remote control unit Storing on the key You can store the remote control code to the key as shown below Source keys SRC Power Numeric keys jo o m Pagew A Return d Disc Skip Te is OSD i a a Menu Disc Sel CH Skip i iRewind i eos E Fast forward ie E i um lt Flip e JE WSto eee P CE m amp amp Learn Point the infrared ray system part of another remote control unit to the remote sensor of the remote control unit 2020090706 500500000 990009 o0 0050000 lt 5 000004 00090000 Remote control unit of the other source 5 Infrared ray system part E Press and hold the Learn key for 3 s
36. 00 Hz we 10 dB at 10 kHz DIGITAL AUDIO section Sampling frequency 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 COMPONENT VIDEO luminance signal 1 Vp p 75 COMPONENT VIDEO CB CR signal 1 Vp p 75 0 286 Vp p 75 Q 0 32 Vp p 75 Q FM tuner section Tuning frequency range Usable sensitivity MONO we 1 3 pV 75 Q 13 2 dBf 75 kHz dev SINAD 30 dB quieting sensitivity STEREO 28 uV 75 40 2 dBf Total harmonic distortion MONO 1 kHz 75 kHz dev STEREO 1 kHz 67 5 6 75 kHz dev Signal to noise ratio MONO 1 kHz 75 kHz 75 dB 65 dBf input STEREO 1 kHz 67 5 6 75 kHz dev 68 dB 65 dBf input Stereo separation 1 kHz 40 dB Selectivity 400 kHz 70 dB Frequency response 30 Hz 15 kHz 0 5 dB 3 0 dB zig 0 5 65 dBf input Verses 0 7 65 dBf input AM tuner section Tuning frequency range 10 kHz step centers 530 kHz 1 700 kHz Usable sensitivity 30 mod S N 20 dB 16 pV 600 im GENERAL Power consumption seeseseeeeeeeeeeennnennnen nnne 3A AC outlet SWITCHED total 150 W 1 25 A max W 440 17 5 16 159 6 1
37. 35 0162 RCA 0060 0042 0149 0760 Realistic 0104 0047 0048 0035 ReplayTV 0614 0616 Runco 0039 STS 0042 Samsung 0045 Sanky 0039 0048 Sansui 0479 0067 0209 44 Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart DSS setup codes water Seupeoas Alpha Star Cassette deck setup codes Kenwood 0772 0071 0070 0092 0183 0205 Chaparral 0216 0233 0234 0251 0386 Crossdigital 1109 DishPro 1005 0775 Echostar 1005 0775 Expressvu 0775 GE 0566 Receiver setup codes GOI 0775 General Instrument 0869 Setup codes TS 0775 itachi Maker Kenwood 1570 0819 Hughes Network Systems 0749 1749 1142 JVC 0775 agnavox 0722 0724 emorex 0724 CD and MD player setup codes itsubishi otorola ext Level 0869 0869 Kenwood 0028 0190 0338 0339 0826 0037 0340 0523 0626 0677 Panasonic 0247 0701 0858 0859 0681 1490 Paysat 0724 Philips 1076 1142 0722 0724 0749 1749 Proscan 0392 RCA 0566 0392 0143 0855 Setup codes for Kenwood components with System Control RadioShack SKY Samsung 0869 connection 0856 CD 1338
38. A ON or OFF PANORAMA ON PANORAMA mode is ON PANORAMA OFF PANORAMA mode is OFF B was sp t comm e B BBB amp PRO LOGIC X pA Dimension mode Pro Logic II 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 B cB gt PRO LOGIC Soundfield is adjusted towards the rear s B ouA g i 35 EN Ambience effects Center Width mode Pro Logic II Music mode only Center width adjustment allows 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 Y keys or lt gt keys until CENTER WIDTH appears on the display The CENTER WIDTH indication scrolls across the display 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 AU
39. AKER EQ function you will be able to enjoy a more natural and dynamic sound experience even with small size speakers Press the SPEAKER EO key to switch the following setting D SPEAKER EO SMALL To select a small size speaker The SPEAKER indicator lights up 2 SPEAKER EO NORMAL To select an average size speaker The SPEAKER indicator lights up To select a large size speaker The SPEAKER indicator lights up The SPEAKER EO function is turned OFF The SPEAKER indicator goes off SPEAKER EQ LARGE SPEAKER OFF e SPEAKER EQ will scroll from right to left SPEAKER EO cannot be turned OFF when ACTIVE EQ is turned ON SPEAKER EO function will not be available when REC MODE AUTO TUNING PRESET MEMORY or DTS ES MATRIX is ON and during 96kHz LPCM playback 26 Listening with headphones Q Press the A and B Speaker keys so that the speaker indicator goes off ake sure the SPEAKERS indicators are turned off B cB B 888 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 n e BO eso MD TAPE
40. 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 left and right 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 front 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 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 Il 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 o
41. IN IN IN VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO 000006 About S VIDEO jacks Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video components with S VIDEO IN OUT jacks e f you use the S VIDEO jacks to connect your video playback components be sure to use the S VIDEO jacks when connecting your monitor and video recording components Video IN OUT 6256564 Monitor TV Video inputs Yellow RCA pin cords Video deck Video inputs and outputs Yellow RCA pin cords DVD player or LD player DVD player or LD player OUT Audio inputs and outputs Audio IN OUT A video component with digital audio outputs should be connected to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 jacks 11 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 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 Qeooece e c 0000 9 T1 OPTICAL CD DVD VIDEO 3 MONITOR OPTICAL OPTICAL OP
42. KENWOOD AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER VR 7070 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 5343 00 00 MA 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 AC 120 V only Australia AC 240 V only Europe and AC 230 V only China and Russia 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 use cont
43. R RCVR key on the remote control When the power comes ON press the key you want to operate For the U S A Operating range Remote sensor Approx PROSA ui Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground 6m shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical POWER RCVR J4 5 yr 8 e eed NX As an ENERGY STAR Partner 5 Kenwood Corporation has determined that 0008 Go 000000 ray systemi this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This product can save energy Saving energy 00000 reduces air pollution and lowers utility bills 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 1 The supplied batteries may have shorter lives than ordinary batteries due to use during operation checks 2 When the remote controllable distance gets shorter than before replace both batteries with new ones 3 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
44. Speakers B Center Right Left Front Speakers A 155 Setting up the system PRE OUT connections This receiver has additional preout jacks These can be used for various purposes but will need to be connected to an external power amplifier as shown in the example below 0 oo RI FRONT CENTER BACK WOOFER Lum M Power amplifier Center speaker Subwoofer Power amplifier Surround Back speakers Power amplifier Surround speakers Power amplifier Front speakers Power amplifier e Connecting a speaker cord directly to a PRE OUT jack will not produce any sound from the speaker e To use the PRE OUT jacks press only the SPEAKERS A key to the ON position e f you choose 6ch AMP SB sound will be heard from the PRE OUT Surround Back Left speaker monaural only e This connection is available for listening in ROOM B 16 Setting up the system Connecting to another room ROOM B This connection allows you to connect your main system to a monitor TV and speaker system located in another
45. TICAL DIGITAL IN AUDIO fiber cable Optical CD or DVD player Optical fiber cable Component with DTS Dolby Digital or PCM OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO Connect the video signal and digital audio signals to the VIDEO 3 jacks See Connecting video components m Optical fiber cable CD or DVD player COAXIAL DIGITAL Component with DTS OUT Dolby Digital or PCM AUDIO COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT RF digital demodulator sold separately COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 jacks DEM 9991D See Connecting video components DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT AUDIO PCM OUT LD player Next connect the DIGITAL OUT jacks of the demodulator to the DIGITAL IN jacks of the receiver To connect an LD player with a DIGITAL RF OUT connect the LD player to the KENWOOD RF digital demodulator DEM 9991D Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 jacks See Connecting video components 12 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 p
46. TO DETECT B 2mm ne ed rm res aem ame sees ote 271 Center image will be heard from left and right speakers only SP AUTO DETECT cBB 2 amp GJ Ioan When in other position center image from center speaker left and right speakers can be heard simultaneously with various combinations Circle Surround II mode When you select the circle surround II mode you will be able to enjoy the multi surround sound from the stereo source Use the LISTEN MODE knob or Listen Mode A Y 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 II 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 Y keys or lt gt keys until CENTER FOCUS appears on the display B oU Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the center elevation level The adjustment range is from 0 to 10 B cog d EE PINA e CENTER FOCUS will not be available when the center speaker is OFF B BB Bi ares a 0 g CS II Rear Delay adjustment mode CS II mode only CS Ir Rear Delay adjustment provides a better sound effect from the rear speakers Press t
47. Whenin TONE 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 ANALOG B cB m aw The bass and treble levels are adjustable from 10 to 10 in 2 step increments 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 and when THX OFF Press the Bass Boost key Press the key once to select the maximum 410 low frequency emphasis setting 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 Adjusting the LOUDNESS mode remote control only 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 indicator goes off Muting the sound The MUTE key lets you mute the sound of the speakers Press the MUTE key TERES o CU ZA Blinks
48. act 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 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 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 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 QO 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 Operations S
49. aker setting some listening modes cannot be selected When playback is started the sound may be cut or interrupted before the input source is confirmed as Dolby Digital Toenjoy Dolby Digital surround as wellas all the other listening modes from a single component be sure to use a Dolby Digital compatible source component e Dialogue Normalization Dial Norm is a feature of Dolby Digital It is able to automatically maintain the overall audio output level constant B cB gt D aw 9 B BBB oo ils bes When playing some Dolby Digital sources you may see in the display a message DIALNORM OFFSET xxdB This is because some soundtracks may be recorded either louder or quieter than normal The xx number shows by how much For example if the message says DIALNORM OFFSET 4dB you know that this particular recording was encoded 4dB louder than normal If you wish you can turn down the volume control by 44 to keep the playback level consistent 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 r zem DVD 6CH ome uu Cu DVD 6CH odo Q GOD
50. 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 II 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 surround 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 II 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 Itis compatible with almost any kind of program source DVD 6 channel input If you own a DVD player equipped wi
51. area ROOM B o igggoocels Iri o CDI e p o ooooo 6660s E O06 O 999925260098 SF tg n OUT I Front speakers Room B Power amplifier Monitor TV Room B ROOM A ROOM B Main system 17 N Setting up the system Connecting the external IR Repeater The remote control for this receiver has the IR infrared rays transmission function IR repeaters enables you to control components located in cabinets or behind glass doors You can enjoy a wider remote control signal range by placing the IR repeater away from the receiver KENWOOD components except DVD player System control 20 Other components Registering setup codes IR REPEATER 38 Monitor TV IR repeaters IR RECEIVER IR 9991 sold AC adapter separately To AC wall outlet RECEIVER IN IR OUT is free Shape of plug to be connected IR RECEIVER IN IR REPEATER OUT Connecting IR repeater Stereo mini plug Mono mini plug Sle
52. arity 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 9 EN Setting up the system Connecting audio components SYSTEM CONTROL jacks An Q00 000 EL wall outlet Cassette deck or MD recorder Moving coil MC cartridge record player cannot be used directly from the receiver unit It can only be used when another equalizer amplifier is connected Record player 10 Setting up the system Connecting video components S Video jacks S a n n n n n n n n n n n j 1 1 ca 3 BS EAD EDS RN OUT IN IN IN IN OUT VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO A 000000 s 600 e 00000 ge 00000 OUT
53. ch 0804 Pulsar 0017 0019 Vector Research 0030 Quasar 0051 0250 0812 0806 0809 Victor 0053 RCA 0047 1347 1147 0679 1247 Videomagic 0802 0804 0019 0090 0747 1047 1547 Vidikron 0242 0054 0811 0804 0807 0809 0905 RadioShack 0180 0030 0178 0154 0019 Viatech 0019 018 0032 0047 0056 0747 0800 Villain 0800 0810 Wards 0054 0178 0016 0019 0021 Radix aE 0030 0056 0179 0800 0804 Randex 0802 XT Waycon 0156 Reese poe Gee 0000r E0 td White Westinghouse 0623 0463 0803 0816 Rhapsody 0216 XR 1000 0803 0800 Runco 0251 0603 0017 0497 0030 Yamaha 0019 0030 0769 SSS 0019 0180 Zenith 0017 0016 0092 0463 0800 Sampo 0030 0032 Day Samsung 0060 0019 0178 0766 0030 0032 0056 0427 0702 0804 Sansei 0451 Sansui 0463 0800 0817 0901 Sanyo 0154 0804 Scimitsu 0019 Scotch 0178 Scott 0236 0019 0178 0179 0180 Sears 0154 0156 0047 0054 0056 0171 0178 0179 0747 0800 0802 0814 Semivox 0 Semp 0 Singer 0803 Sharp 0093 0688 0689 0807 0900 Shogun 0019 0804 43 Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart VCR setup codes taker Admiral 0048 0209 Sanyo
54. ct tonal balance for watching a movie soundtrack small home environment Timbre Matching The human ear changes our perception of a sound depending on the direction from which the sound is coming In a movie theatre there is an array of surround speakers so that the surround information is all around you In a home theatre you use only two speakers located to the side of your head The Timbre Matching feature filters the information going to the surround speakers so that they more closely match the tonal characteristics of the sound coming from the front speakers This ensures seamless panning between the front and surround speakers Adaptive Decorrelation In a movie theatre a large number of surround speakers help create anenveloping surround sound experience but in a home theatre there are usually only two speakers This can make the surround speakers sound like headphones that lack spaciousness and envelop ment The surround sounds willalso collapse into the closest speaker as you move away from the middle seating position Adaptive Decorrelation slightly changes one surround channel s time and phase relationship with respect to the other surround channel This expands the listening position and creates with only two speakers the same spacious surround experience as in a movie theatre THX Select Before any home theatre component can be THX Select certified it must incorporate all the features above and also pass a rigorou
55. cted as the input source this is Q Stereo key 1354 Use to select SPEAKER EQ s setting A and B deck of a double cassette deck Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO m key Use to operate other components Q LCD Liquid Crystal Display If CD MD or TAPE is selected as the inpu O Disc Sel key TV key source this key functions as the stop key Use to operate other components Use to select the TV equipment Auto key 28 Input Sel key POWER RCVR receiver key Use to select the auto or manual tuning Use to operate other components Use to turn the receiver on or off mode CH keys TV Power key Learn key Use to select the channels Use to turn the TV on or off Use to register other components 38 gt gt aa keys G 100 key Use to memorise the operation of the other If CD MD and DVD as the input source these Use to selectthe disc number with the multi remote controls 40 eys function as skip keys CD player Input Mode key 84 TV Input key TV mute key Use to switch between the full auto digita Use when in TV operation Use to temporarily mute the TV sound and analog inputs TEN Setting 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 complete
56. ctions 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 48 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 Please note thatresetting 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 The speaker cords are disconnected VOLUME is set to the minimum position MUTE is ON The SPEAKERS switches are set to OFF eConnect them properly Connecting the speakers Adjust the volume to a proper level Turn OFF the MUTE Set the SPEAKERS switches to ON referring to 25 2a The standby indicator blinks and sound is not output e Speaker cords are short circuited Turn the power off eliminate the short circuiting then tur
57. d 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 with 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 49 CAUTION Be sure to adhere to the following or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation onto the top of the unit eLeave some space around the unit from the largest outside dimen
58. d 3 PLII MOVIE PRO LOGIC II surround MOVIE mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up PLII MUSIC PRO LOGIC II surround MUSIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC II surround PRO LOGIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up 6 STEREO ormal stereo playback 33 EN Ambience effects THX mode This mode creates a home theater environment which is able to reproduce a cinema surround sound system featuring improved special representation and acoustic imaging of surround channels by translating THX Surround EX technology Press the THX key to switch the following setting D THX Sur EX ON THX Surround EX function is turned ON hen Dolby Digital 5 1ch signal is etected HX indicator lights up 2 THX Sur EX AUTO THX Surround EX function is turned ON when Dolby Digital Surround EX signal is etected HX indicator lights up THX ON THX mode is turned ON THX indicator lights up THX OFF THX mode is turned OFF THX indicator goes off igoz liao e THX functions when the display segment is turned ON e THX Sur EX ON and THX Sur EX AUTO will not be available if surround back speakers are turned OFF e The THX setting differs depending on the input selector e When CS II PL I MUSIC NEO MUSIC ACTIVE EQ or SPEAKER EQ is ON THX function will not be effective E Adjust the volume Notes Depending on the type of the signal or spe
59. d sound system which are Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic II THX DTS DSP DVD 6 channel The below speaker placements are for 6 1 channel surround sound System which are Dolby Digital EX DTS ES Neo 6 THX surround EX SRS Circle Surround II Dolby Digital Dolby Pro logic Il and DSP if SURR MIX ON 22 TV SCREEN No Surround Back speaker TV SCREEN Two Surround Back speakers L Front left speaker SW Subwoofer Cc Center speaker R Front right speaker SL Surround left speaker SR Surround right speaker SBL Surround back left speaker SBR Surround back right speaker Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic Surround EX and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Circle Surround II SRS and the O SRS co symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc Circle Surround II technology is S incorporated under license from SR Labs Inc Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd Lucasfilm Ltd amp TM Surround EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories Inc and is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories Inc All rights reserved Used under authorization DTS DTS ES Extended Surround and Neo 6 are dts registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc 30 EN Ambience effects
60. econds until blinks twice then release the Learn key Press the numeric key to enter 9 7 5 l Press any of the source keys PHONO VID1 VID2 VID3 DVD 6CH AV AUX CD DVD MD TAPE TV to select the input of the desired remote control unit While in Tuner mode learning code function will not be available El Press the desired key of the remote control unit e LEARN appears on the display 40 From the remote control unit ofthe other source press the key that you want to store The remote control code is sent to the remote control unit OK appears when finished f the code cannot be stored after a few attempts ERROR will appear Repeat from step onwards The remote control code is stored on the key of this remote control unit Repeat step orG to store additional components until all the desired components are stored To exit the learning mode press and hold the Learn key for3 seconds until blinks twice El To clear the stored remote control code of the other sources Press and hold the Learn key for 3 seconds until blinks twice then release the Learn key Press the numeric key to enter 9 7 6 Press the source key then press the stored key twice until blinks twice blinks twice to indicate that the stored remote control code are deleted Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart DVD player setup c
61. erations 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 When pressing keys in succession press each key firmly and be sure to wait at least 1 second before pressing the next key 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 V Cursor down 1Cursor left P Cursor right Numeric keys Enter Exit TV mute Guide Menu LAST Last channel CH Channel TV Input TV VOL npu Om C CJ Display C GE 6 KENWOOD an VCR operation keys SRC Power LOEN A Cursor up N icki FAO yr V Cursor down umeric keys gt 9 1iCursor left Enter L RED P P Cursor right Exit 0 Gc Guide Input Sel Menu Input selection e om Last CH Last channel Channel aa Rewind gt Fast Forward Pause gt tl gt Play CO KENWOOD 4 Display m Stop 47 Basic remote control operations for other components
62. esigned to retain setup codes in memory while you change batteries Registering setup codes for other components LCD ee Source 9 EI keys SRC Power 57 0 Numeric keys o e Learn Find the setup code of the component to be registered 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 Press the source keys DVD 6CH CD DVD VID1 VID2 VID3 TV MD TAPE AV AUX PHONO Ca PHONO key has to re assigned to another key before a setup code can be registered 39 While in Tuner mode setup code function will not be available and hold the Learn key until the blinks twice then release the Learn key 38 EN Press the numeric key to enter the four digit code for the component to be registered
63. eve Sleeve Connect the IR repeater to the device as described in the 74 Tip repeater s manual ms H gt lt Connect the IR repeater cable s to the IR REPEATER OUT Ring jack s IR IN OUT SPECIFICATION Terminal IR RECEIVER IR REPEATER Notes IN OUT IR repeaters send a signal similar to the device s own remote con To Tip Signal Signal trol Xantech repeaters models 282 00 286 00 or 283 00 are com patible with your new audio video receiver To Ring Ground To Sleeve 8V Ground 18 Setting up the 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 VIDEO S 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 24 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 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 term
64. ffer 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 therear the Center Width controlallows various adjustment of the left center right speakers balance the Panorama mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting wraparound 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 s
65. gnal Processor The way a sound is heard in an actual environment depends on a variety of different factors 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 THX Movie soundtracks are mixed in special movie theatres called dub bing stages and are designed to be played back in movie theatres with similar equipment and conditions This same soundtrack is then transferred directly onto Laserdisc VHS tape DVD etc and is not changed for playback in a small home theatre environment THX engineers developed patented technologies to accurately trans late the sound from the movie theatre environment into the home correcting the tonal and spatial errors that occur Activate THX whenever watching a movie that was intended for the playback in a Cinema On this product when the THX indicator is on the following THX features are automatically added in movie playback modes e g Dolby Digital THX DTS THX THX Surround EX etc Re equalization Re EQ The tonal balance of a film soundtrack will be excessively bright and harsh when played back over audio equipment in the home because film soundtracks were designed to be played back in large movie theatres using very different professional equipment Re Equaliza tion restores the corre
66. he SOUND key then press the Y keys or lt gt keys until CSH DLY appears on the display Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the rear speaker The adjustment range is from 0 ms to 25 ms 8 ees o B 6688 36 EN CS Gain adjustment mode CS mode only CS I GAIN allows user to adjust the input gain for the Circle Surround II processing Press the SOUND key then press the Y 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 The adjustment range is from to 18 gt JE ay SITS TruBass adjustment mode CS mode only TruBass adjustment provides deep rich bass sound to various speakers Press the SOUND key then press the Y keys lt gt keys until TruBass appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the following D TruBass OFF 2 TruBass SW TruBass LR TruBass SW LR 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 D TruBass LARGE 2 TruBass MID 3 TruBass SMALL Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the TruBass Level The adjustment range is from 0 Trubass OFF to
67. hows 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 Power mode Bass peak level Input selector settings Input mode setting Picture output Midnight mode setting Speaker ON OFF PRO LOGIC II mode setting Volume level CS mode setting e BASS TREBLE INPUT level Broadcast band TONE ON OFF Frequency setting LOUDNESS ON OFF Preset stations Dimmer level Tuning mode MD TAPE settings e THX mode Listen mode setting DSP mode ACTIVE EQ mode SPEAKER EQ mode Speaker settings SW RE MIX ON OFF Distance setting ZEN Before applying the power Contents Caution Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operat
68. icture quality than by connecting to the S VIDEO jacks oo 00 zn 000 1 COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT Monitor TV with component jacks DVD player with component jacks OUT Y OUT 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 6 9 9 TIE C 00000 069 BERN OUT IN IN IN IN VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO OUT Yellow RCA pin cord 14 Oye O 9 9 O OIOO OO 9 00000000
69. inal connections Q Push lever O Insert cord O Release lever a SA PAN SEN A A ay P 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 25 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 El EE OOOGOOOOOO 00000000008 Attach to the stand q BQ AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna a NE b FM outdoor antenna Use an antenna adaptor Commercially available 19 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 SYSTEM CONTROL You may connect the system control cord to either the up or down jack EXAMPLE SL16
70. ion Preparations Before applying the power N Safety precautions How to use this manual Unpacking Preparing the remote control Special features Names and functions of parts EIE asse Remote control unit Setting up the system Connecting the terminals Connecting audio components Connecting video components Digital Connectioris x o eae Connecting video components COMPONENT VIDEO Connecting DVD player 6 channel input Connecting the speakers PRE OUT connections Connecting to another room ROOM B Connecting the external IR repeater Connecting to the AV AUX jacks Connecting the antennas Connecting the system control Preparing for surround sound Speaker settings Operations Normal playback Preparing for playback Listening to a source component Adjusting the sound Recording Recording audio Recording video 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 Ambience effects Surround modes Surround play DVD 6 channel playback Convenient functions analog sources Remote Control Basic remote control operations for other nnn
71. ital 0571 Toshiba 0503 Tredex 0800 0799 0803 0804 Urban Concepts 0503 Yamaha 0545 0490 0817 0539 Zenith 0591 0503 Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart TV setup codes rotor AOC 0019 0030 Fisher 0154 Abex 0032 Fujitsu 0179 0683 Admiral 0093 0463 Funai 0180 0171 0179 0800 Advent 0761 Futuretech 0180 Adventura 0800 GE 0021 0047 1347 0051 0178 Aiko 0092 0805 0251 0451 1147 0747 0804 Aiwa 0701 0800 0802 aaa 9897 0809 0811 Akai 0030 Alaron 0179 0216 Gibralter 0017 0019 0030 America Acon 0180 0805 GoldStar d 0019 0030 0032 0802 Ampro 0751 Gradiente 0056 0053 0800 Anam 0180 Grunpy 0179 0180 Apex Digital 0765 0748 0767 TES EDS Asha 0804 Hallmark 78 Audiovox oe 0092 0451 0623 0805 Harley Davidson 79 0800 Baysonic 0180 Belcor 0019 Bell amp Howell 0016 0154 Beaumark 0804 Bradford 0180 Brockwood 0019 Broksonic 0236 0463 0801 0817 0901 CCE 0803 0805 CXC 0180 Calix 0802 Candle 0816 0030 0056 Carnivale 0030 Carver 0054 Celebrity 0000 Changhong 0765 Cineral 0451 0092 0805 003019019 0802 Cit 0186 0056
72. kers setting indication FRNT appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select the appropriate front speakers setting D 6ch AMP SB Surround Back Subwoofer speaker terminal will output SB sound Surround Back pre out will have output from SBL only 2 6ch AMP SW Surround Back Subwoofer speaker terminal Large front speakers are connected will output Subwoofer sound Surround Back pre out will have output from SBL and SBR FRNT LARGE FRNT NML THX to the receiver Average size front speakers are 6ch AMP OFF It is not advisab to use Surround Back Subwoofer speaker terminal for this selection 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 D SP SETUP TEST TONE 3 SP DISTANCE DISP MODE EXIT The flow of the SET UP is as follows SP SETUP 5 TONE 5 5 PEAK SP DISTANCE DISP MODE T i Subwoofer E T ue p Front Left Display Selector Front AT MANDA Center Display Listen Center e Front Right Surround R Surround Right oe SR 1 uoun SB R Surround Back 1 Surround Back Surround SL T SW SB Surround Left SBR SBL Subwccter t L gt S
73. l is indicated in parentheses KENWOOD Source keys MD TAPE CD DVD DVD 6CH Page a v key TUNER VID1 VID2 VID3 AV AUX PHONO TV VOL keys Use to operate the DVD component When press and hold for more than 3 seconds Use to adjust the TV s volume OSD on screen display key they are used to select the registered lt lt gt gt keys Use to operate the DVD component components 38 f CD MD or Tape is selected as the input Guide key Input Selector keys MD TAPE CD DVD DVD source this key functions as search keys Use to operate other components 6CH TUNER VID1 VID2 VID3 AVAUX PHONO Tune keys Menu key When press and release in less than 3 seconds Use to operate the tuner mode Use to operate other components hey are used to select the input sources M key Mute key 28 O SRC source Power key Use to operate other components Use to temporarily mute the sound Use to turn the other source components on Dimmer key L Tone key 28 or off Use to adjust the brightness of the display Use to switch the status of TONE control O Numeric keys 33 Mkey Sound key 38 Provide functions identical to those of the f CD is selected as the input source this key Use to adjust the sound quality and the original remote control supplied with the unctions as the play pause key ambience effects component you are controlli
74. layback 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 A V keys or lt gt keys until the desired item appears in the display Each time you press the A V keys or lt gt keys the menu changes as follows Note that some items are not displayed in certain modes D CNTR Center speaker level adjustment SR Right surround speaker level adjustment SBR Surround back right speaker level adjustment SBL Surround back left speaker level adjustment 5 SL Left surround speaker level adjustment 6 SUBW Subwoofer level adjustment INPUT Input level adjustment analog mode only 24 MIDNIGHT Midnight mode ON OFF Dolby Digital mode only 9 PANORAMA Panorama mode ON OFF DIMENSION Dimension adjustment 1 CENTER WIDTH Center width adjustment 2 CENTER FOCUS Center focus adjustment 13 CSII DLY Rear speaker delay adjustment CSI GAIN Input gain adjustment gt 5 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 mode only Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to adjust the setting as desired The adjust
75. left and right speakers Place at the front left and right of the listening position Front speakers are required for all surround modes Center 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 fom Place at the direct left and right or slightly behind the listening 5 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 Connection of banana plugs Surround back left and right speakers Secure Insert Place the surround back left and right speakers behind the listening position at the same height as the side surround speakers O Insert the cord Return the lever 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 Z2 e Sound will not be heard if the speaker terminal is not fully secured e Never short circuit the and speaker cords e f the left and right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker cords are connected with reversed pol
76. ment item is displayed for approximately 8 seconds 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 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 gt DOLBY DIGITAL mmo 9 MUN Hi 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 II Music mode only When listening to music you will be able to enjoy the wraparound sound effect when you adjust the panorama mode Press the SOUND key then press the Y keys or lt gt keys until PANORAMA appears on the display Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V keys to select PANORAM
77. n 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 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 he speakers Select a surround mode Adjust the speaker levels using the test tone 38 08 A humming noise is generated when the PHONO input selector is selected The audio cord from the record player is not connected to the PHONO jacks The record player is not grounded Insert the audio cord plugs securely into the PHONO jacks 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 off soon after it starts e There are many possible causes for this problem depending on the type of DVD player used 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 Press the INPUT MODE key to select to full auto mode L amp A video
78. ng fMDor TAPE keyis selectedas input source VOL keys 2 Multi multi control A V keys 27 his key functions as the play key Use to adjust the receiver s volume Use to control a variety of settings Band key 8 Bass Boost key 28 Use to operate other components Use to select the broadcast band Use to select the maximum adjustmen P Call lt gt keys 22 lt key setting for the low frequency range Use for selection adjustments during sound f Tape is selected this key functions as key set up and preset channel functions reverse play If MD or Tape is selected this key functions Enter key Info Flip key as record key Use to operate other components Use to operate other components ak If VCR is selected this key functions as Return key Q Listen Mode a v keys 33 record key whe it pressed twice sequentially Use to operate the DVD component Use to select the listening mode et Top Menu key Exit key DSP Mode key 18 Use to operate the DVD component Use to operate other components Use to select any of the DSP mode Setup key 27 Disc Skip key Active EQ key Use to select the speakers settings etc f CD is selected as the input source this key Use to select ACTIVE EQ s setting Loudness key 28 unctions as the multi CD player disc skip key THX key Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS LAST AJB key Use to switch the status of THX 38 Speaker EO key If TAPE is sele
79. ns to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the 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 z 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 POWE
80. numeric key to enter 9 9 2 Press VID2 key twice When re assignment is done 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 f an invalid key sequence is entered 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 5 5 0 S v S keys SRC Power o io GOD Oo o Qo o o 000 0 o 000 Spp 000000 000000 Use the source keys to select the component you desire Pressing the source keys also changes the input selector on the receiver When you operate your registered cassette deck CD player DVD player Cable DSS DTV Decoder VCR or TV go to step When you operate the CD player Cassette deck MD player or Tuner with system control connection go to step El Press the SRC Power key To return to the receiver operation mode press the TUNER key for more than 3 seconds Press the operation keys you desire a6 The remote control mode remains at the selected input If you wish to operate another component repeat step or Note e Be sure to point
81. odes Cable setup codes Waker Aiwa 0641 ABC 0003 0008 0014 0017 Apex Digital 0755 0796 0672 0717 0794 Americast 0899 0830 Bell amp Howell 0014 Audiologic 0736 Bell South 0899 0655 Director 0476 Blue Parade 0571 General Instrument 0003 0276 0476 0810 DVD2000 0521 GoldStar 0144 Daewoo 0784 Hamlin 0009 0273 Denon 0634 0490 Jerrold 0003 0012 0276 0014 0476 Emerson 0591 0810 Enterprise 0591 emorex 0000 Fisher 0670 otorola 0476 0276 0810 1106 GE 0717 0522 0815 Pace 0237 GPX 0769 0699 Panasonic 0107 0000 Go Video 0715 0783 Paragon 0000 Gradiente 0651 Philips 0305 0317 Greenhill 0717 Pioneer 0144 0533 0877 1877 arman Kardon 0582 0702 Pulsar 0000 itachi 0573 0664 Quasar 0000 iteker 0672 Regal 0273 0279 JBL 0702 Runco 0000 JVC 0623 0558 Samsung 0144 KLH 0717 Scientific Atlanta 0008 0017 0477 0877 1877 Kenwood 0534 0490 Sony 1006 Konka 0711 Starcom 0003 Koss 0651 Supercable 0276 Lasonic 0798 Tocom 0012 agnavox 0503 0675 Torx 0003 alata 0782 Toshiba 0000 arantz 0539 Zenith 0000 0525 0899 icrosoft 0522 intek 0717 itsubishi 052 esa 0717 Onkyo 0627 0503 Oritron 065 Panasonic 0490 1490 0632 Philips 0539 0646 0503 Pioneer 0571 0525 0632 Polk Audio 0539 Princeton 0674 Proscan 0522 RCA 0522 0571 0822 0717 Rowa 0823 Sampo 0698 Samsung 0573 0820 Sanyo 0670 Sherwood 0633 Shinsonic 0533 Sony 0533 Sylvania 0675 Technics 0490 Techwood 0692 Theta Dig
82. ol terminals 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 registering 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 i58 20 EN 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 Feo ME soo NIN o TUNER S77 POWER RCVR Multi A V lt gt 0 6 0C 000 N C c q edo pj M
83. ound EX Dolby PRO LOGIC 1 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 I peuvsunmouwo 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 frequency subwoofer channel for unprecedented clarity optimum channel separation 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 producethe 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
84. ower output during SURROUND operation FRONT 20 20 kHz 0 09 T H D at 8 one channel driven PEE 100 W 100 W CENTER 20 20 kHz 0 09 T H D at 8 one channel Ple e S 100W SURROUND 20 20 kHz 0 7 T H D at 8 one channel D l eee 100 W 100W SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER 20 20 kHz 0 09 T H D at 8 O one channel driven 100 W Total harmonic distortion 0 009 1 kHz 50 W 8 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 45 mV 1 T H D at 1 kHz Signal to noise ratio IHF 66 PHONO MIM 2 75 dB CD DVD TAPE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 6CH l H A EP 95 Loudness control VOLUME at 30 dB level 6 dB 100 Hz Input sensitivity impedance PHONO MM eere 4 0 mV 47 CD DVD TAPE VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 DVD 6CH sates jane acter ganas anstvatecesbvarabetvesunestunvcewcsetsus 320 mV 47 Output level impedance TAPE REC 12i tetti o ens 320 mV 1 ko PRE OUT FRONT CENTER SURROUND 1V 5000 PRE OUT SURROUND BACK CHANNEL 1V 500 0 PRE OUT SUBWOOFER 1V 5000 Tone control 10 dB at 1
85. put 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 INPUT MODE key again Setting up the system Connecting the terminals Strip coating Loosen Speaker placement COMO N Center speaker Insert Secure Q TV 4 7 A Subwoofer Front speakers a x Surround speakers E 3 E 3 L R 7 Surround Q Strip coating O Push the lever back speakers C SBUSBR COMPRO Front
86. s series of quality and performance tests Only then can a product feature the THX Select logo Hundreds of parameters in both the digital and analog domain are tested and required to meet very specific high quality standards which is your guarantee that the Home Theatre products you purchase will give you superb performance for many years to come THX Select requirements cover every aspect of the product including pre amplifier and power amplifier performance and operation 32 EN Ambience effects Surround play The DTS compatible models can reproduce a CD DVD or LD carrying the DTS mark DOLBY DIGITAL can be used when playing DVD or LD software bearing the pai paar mark and DOLBY DIGITAL format digital broadcasts DOLBY PRO LOGIC can be used when playing video DVD or LD software bearing the DO DOLBY SURROUND Mark SRS Circle Surround II enables you to listen to multi channel sound from When you select DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL will be displayed DOLBY DIGITAL the stereo source LISTEN MODE Input Selector Input Selector Q GOD 100200 000 000 ooo um 0 no o o Listen Mode A V 2 5 DSP Mode Input Mode mx Preparations Turn ON related components e Complete Preparing for surround
87. sion including projection equal to or greater than shown below Top panel 50cm Side panel 10cm Back panel 10 cm 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 o e 201019 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 D FULL AUTO digital input analog input 2 DIGITAL MANUAL digital input In CD DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 or DVD 6CH play mode D FULL AUTO digital input analog input 2 DIGITAL MANUAL digital input 9 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 in
88. tereo signals that are ready for recording MANUAL REC mode The input signal type at the moment this modeis selectedis held through out this mode AUTO REC mode For AUTO REC mode B gt OPTICAL STEREO mmu B gt OPTICAL STEREO 0 we 9 For MANUAL REC mode OPTICAL STEREO B cB D wm 8 co SP OPTICAL STEREO om 8 T B BBBi Start playback then start recording e f the audio reproduction stops in the middle due to change in the input signals etc press the DIMMER key 27 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 TUNER AUTO TUNER 1550900 005594 Multi A V 00 0 05 o e o 078 Band Tune lt lt Scho E Tune gt gt 1 Auto Use the TUNER key to select the tuner Use the BAND key to select the desired broadcast band Each press switches the band STEREO B wh D 0 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 fel f f Normally se
89. th 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 channelis 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 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 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 D EN Names and functions of parts Main unit Speaker MUTE CLIP Input mode Listen mode indicators indicator indicator indicators indicators MUTE i OPTICAL 6CH INPUT AUTO DETECT H
90. trol 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 Learn key until blinks twice then release the Learn key Press the numeric key to enter 9 9 2 F 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 Refer to the table in the previous page for the combination of Source keys and the other components assignment 38 l To re assign other device keys repeat steps through El 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 back to TV Remote Setup 9 9 2 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 back to VID1 Remote Setup 9 9 2 VID1 VID1 E To clear the re assignment and reset the remote control to its original operation mode Press and hold the Learn key until blinks twice then release the Learn key O Press the
91. tto 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 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 28 EN Presetting radio stations manually MULTI CONTROL o BOO TUNER MEMORY 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 STEREO Proceed to step El within 5 seconds If more than 5 seconds elapse press the MEMORY key again Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi V keys to select one of the station presets 1 40 Press the MEMORY key again to confirm the setting Repeat steps El El El and to store as many stations as necessary e f you store a station ata previously used preset the old station will be replaced by the new one Listening to radio broadcasts Receiving preset stations TUNER Numeric keys Press the TUNER
92. ubwoofer SW connected to the receiver 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 The center speaker setting indication CNTR appears 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 D CNTR LARGE A large center speaker is connected to the receiver 2 CNTR NML THX An average size center speaker is connected to the receiver Center speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF 3 CNTR OFF If you selected NORMAL as the front speakers setting D CNTR NML THX Center speaker setting mode to the receiver is ON Center speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF CNTR OFF Continued to next page 21 Preparing for surround sound Press the key or gt key again to accept the setting e The surround speaker setting indication SURR appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi A V to select the appropriate surround speaker setting If you selected LARGE as the center speaker setting D SURRLARGE Large surround speakers are connected to the recei
93. urce you wish to play back L amp Noise will be produced when a DTS source is played by selecting the DSP mode Digital Signal Processor analog input Start playing the video software B 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 settings Each turn of the LISTEN MODE knob or press of the Listen Mode A Y keys switches the setting as listed below Thelistening 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 DSP can produce these effects without spoiling the sound quality of the original music or video source Q Pressing the DSP key or DSP Mode key will display the current DSP MODE status O Each press of the key will switch to the next status as shown bellow D ARENA DSP surround ARENA mode 2 JAZZ CLUB DSP surround JAZZ CLUB mode THEATER DSP surround THEATER mode STADIUM DSP surround STADIUM mode DISCO DSP surround DISCO mode The DSP mode selection is displayed for approximately 3 seconds D DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL surround DOLBY D EX DOLBY DIGITAL EX surroun
94. ver 2 SURR NML THX Average size surround speakers are connected to the receiver Surround speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF 3 SURR OFF If you selected other than LARGE as the center speaker setting to the receiver is ON Surround speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF D SURR NML THX Surround speaker setting mode SURR OFF e When the setting SURR OFF is selected the procedure skips to step Q Press the key or gt keys again to accept the setting 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 NML THX Average size surround back speaker is connected to the receiver 2 SB LARGE Large surround back speaker is connected to the receiver SB OFF Surround back speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF SP B om 2 If you selected NORMAL as the surround speaker setting D SB ON Surround back speaker setting mode to the receiver is ON SB OFF Surround back speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF After setting SB surround back from OFF to ON 6ch AMP setup display will appear to enable 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
95. ystem 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 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 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 31 N Ambience effects THX Surround EX mode THX Surround EX Dolby Digital Surround EX is a

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