Kenwood VR-606 VR-616 Stereo Receiver User Manual
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1. VR 606 6 S Ti m Sie z i doodo ooo IESSE OlO 0000000 eoo EE JERR VR 616 SURROUND SUB WOOFER SPEAKERS SPEAKER 8 169 8 169 SUB WOOFER PRE OUT Powered Right Left Sub woofer rei Surround Speakers Be sure to connect both surround speakers 125 Setting up the system Connecting the terminals Strip coating Push the lever Lf Cie S7 sa 2 Insert the cord Return the lever S Ki e Never short circuit the and speaker cords If the left and right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker cords are connected with reversed polarity the sound will be unnatural with ambiguous acoustic imaging Be sure to connect the speakers correctly Speaker impedance After confirming the speaker impedance indications printed on the rear panel of the receiver connect speakers with matching impedance ratings Using speakers with a rated impedance other than that indicated on the rear panel of the receiver could result in malfunctions or damage to the speakers or receiver Speaker placement Center speaker Front Listening e position speaker Surround speaker Front speakers Pl2. Subwoofer SW Front speaker L R Surround speaker L R What s DSP DSP stands for Digital Signal Processor The way a sound is heard in an actual environment depends on a variety of different 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 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 Center speaker Subwoofer SW Front speaker L R Surround speaker L R LFE Low Frequency Effects This channel delivers separate non directional bass singnals to the subwoofer for more dynamic deep bass sound effects 235 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 OO mark and DOLBY DIGITAL format digital broadcasts etc DOLBY PRO LOG
3. 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 Q ec O e re V ele 0000 00 OC 1000 tts OO 00 0O OO FRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFER LS E CD DVD OPTICAL DIGITAL IN IE VIDEO OUT FRONT SURROUND SUBWOOFER Yellow RCA OUT up OUT LR OUT pin cord Z o o DVD player CENTER OUT COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT S VIDEO AUDIO OUT S VIDEO cord CAUTION Be sure to adhere to the following or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard e Do not place any object impairing heat radiation onto the top of the unit e Leave a space around the unit from the largest outside dimension including projection equal or greater than shown below Top panel 50 cm Side panel 10 cm Back panel 10 cm 175 Setting up the system Connecting the speakers Front Speakers Right Left Ce 90 geg SKI Sch Ga D CENTER SPEAKER 8 169 Center Speaker SURROUND SPEAKERS 8 169 lz PY H
4. DIGITAL STEREO Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to adjust the sound quality e The bass and treble levels are adjustable from 10 to 10 in 2 steps increment e The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 8 seconds elf CINEMA EQ is turned ON TONE function will not be available Once touch low frequency emphasis BASS BOOST remote control only You can adjust the sound quality when the receiver is in the PCM stereo and analog stereo modes Press the BASS BOOST key e Press the key once to select the maximum 10 low frequency emphasis setting e TONE will automatically be turned ON e This key does not function when the receiver is in the sound quality or ambience effects adjustment mode Switching back the previous setting Press the BASS BOOST key again 18 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 To cancel Press the MUTE key again so that the MUTE indicator goes off e MUTE ON can also be deactivated by turning the volu
5. 22 Surround play DVD 6 channel playback Convenient fUNCTIONS eerren Basic remote control operations for other components Registering setup codes for other components Remote 28 Control Operating other components ar29 Setup code Chaff ssiri 30 CASSETTE deck CD player amp MD recorder operations Other components operations Additional In case of drfficulp EE 34 Information N Specifications EE 36 For the U S A FCC WARNING This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is
6. ZEN Setting up the system Connecting audio components SYSTEM CONTROL jacks 4 CH EIER 9 E ca oo To AC wall outlet lt ie CD or DVD player Other components SEN Setting up the system Connecting video components S VIDEO a al Sieg OO OO OO OO OO OO Monitor TV Video IN OUT Video inputs Yellow RCA pin cords Video deck OUT Video inputs and Audio inputs outputs and outputs Yellow RCA pin cords DVD player or LD player About the S VIDEO jacks S VIDEO Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video components with S VIDEO IN OUT jacks If 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 Audio IN OUT A video component with digital audio outputs should be connected to the VID
7. VCR operation keys opt POWER SOURCE _ Source power m m S eme Numeric keys E Ee E OC OC OO CH Channel e mee lt lt Rewinay m ss ve Fast forward we ehi Fit gt Play soaa l Gm 11 Pause INPUT SEL ae Input selection OOo CM e mt wore m Stop INPUT SELECTOR m TORE w Notes 1 Certain codes may only operate some of the function available on a given model 2 The above show the typical functions available for each component Some manufacturers use different key combinations to perform similar functions For that reason we have programmed extra functions on some of the unused number keys to help you control your equipment 325 Basic remote control operations for other components DSS SAT receiver operation keys SOURCE POWER SOURCE Source power F H H Er oooh Numeric keys CH Channel GB MENU A Cursor up vv Cursor down lt Cursor left gt Cursor right ENTER VDE VIDED wm INPUT SELECTOR mp TORE w n DVD player operation keys SOURCE amp Source power Numeric keys Select tracks bP Skip up L a Skip down TOP MENU 5 Title ENTER PAGE V A Page up or down OS MENU A Cursor up vv Cursor down lt Cursor left gt C
8. E Press the SOURCE key e To return to the receiver operation mode press the RECEIVER key E Press the operation keys you desire B7 The remote control mode remains at the selected input If you wish to operate another component repeat step B or E Note Be sure to point the remote control at the remote sensor on the receiver when you want to operate KENWOOD components connected by system control cords Otherwise point the remote control at the component you want to operate 295 Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart TV Setup codes Manufacturer Setup Codes GE 02 VCR Setup codes Manufacturer Setup Codes GE 307 321 HITACHI GOLD STAR 323 JVC 13 HITACHI 307 308 328 329 LOEWE JVC 324 325 326 327 MAGNAVOX 09 MAGNAVOX 311 312 313 MITSUBISHI 121 MITSUBISHI 315 316 317 318 PANASONIC 11 112 122 PANASONIC 309 310 PHILIPS 109 PHILIPS 313 PIONEER 16 RCA 308 PROSCAN 17 SANYO 330 QUASAR 118 SHARP 319 320 RCA 02 103 104 105 106 SONY 301 302 303 304 305 306 SAMSUNG 109 TOSHIBA 314 331 SANYO 19 SHARP 110 SONY 01 TOSHIBA 120 ZENITH Cable tuner CBL Setup codes Manufacturer Setup Codes Gl ZENI
9. For M REC mode DIGITAL STEREO DIGITAL STEREO 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 195 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 MULTI CONTROL BAND AUTO INPUT SELECTOR Joystick MULTI CONTROL a v TUNING lt a gt gt D AUTO e BAND Wie Gamm Ssf lt e TUNER eene E Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob or TUNER key to select the tuner Buse the BAND key to select the desired broadcast band AM or FM indicator Each press switches the band appears in the display as follows E FM AM STEREO E Use the AUTO key to select the desired tuning method Each press switches the tuning method as follows E AUTO lit auto tuning AUTO not lit manual tuning AUTO indicator lights up in the display 5 STEREO e Normally set to 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 El Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick or TUNING lt lt keys to select th
10. J INPUTS A8 Beg OS E aT CD player operations keys Numeric keys Select tracks bP Skip up Ha a Skip down lt lt Search bp Search DISC SEL Disc selection DISC SKIP SOURCE POWER OD Es eme 000D INPUT MODE OC Leen es Git gt i Play Pause wus A8 AUTO 5 Ee amp ES VEO VIDEO amp SST L LESS TORE w n A 315 Basic remote control operations for other components Other components operations Select the input source Refer to the following sections for details Press the keys corresponding to the operations you desire Refer to the following for the type of remote control operations available for each component e When pressing keys in succession press each key firmly and be sure to wait at least 1 second before pressing the next key e Numeric keys function the same as the numeric keys on the original remote These keys can be used to perform the basic operations of KENWOOD and other manufacturers components which the setup code for each component had been entered beforehand TV operation keys 000 umeric keys nmre TTO OO MUTE T E VOL Volume Power on off INPUT SEL Input selection OGIA C CH Channel ven VIDEO wm NPU SELECTOR ES E SOOST EES
11. Just follow the simple setup procedure to register the components you have connected Names and functions of parts Main Unit Frequency display Input display AUTO DETECT Preset channel display indicator Surround mode display DTS indicator 6CH INPUT indicator Speaker indicator MUTE indicator CINEMA EQ indicator Band indicators 7 DIGITAL indicator fe AUTO indicator DIGITAL MEMO indicator DTS 6 CH INPUT cama ae kHz DOLBY DIGITAL DSP 1 ST indicator MHz PROLOGIC STEREO RUE ok ae L TUNED indicator CLIP indicator seio Las Ces ste LEE SW Tone Loupness SZ S JER TONE indicator ENEE DOLBY DIGITAL DSP indicator a Speaker selection indicators indi LOUDNESS indicator Input channel indicators indicator STEREO indicator 96kHzfs indicator Output channel indicators PRO LOGIC Display gt indicator TZ P KENWOOD VOLUME CONTROL POWER crust Ea Ser E Seel SSS E E DE DE men mm Jo ms aaen wnengee Ipu SELECTOR SC i Ell ee EECH souno ICICI ICS CS e pr POWER ON STANDBY key 0 SOUND key 281 BAND key 20 Use to turn the power ON STANDBY Use to adjust the sound quality and the Use to select the broadcast band STANDBY indicator ambience effects
12. e The audio cords and system control cords are not connected properly eNo software is loaded component e An attempt is made to play a tape which is being recorded in the cassette deck e The remote control has not been set to the operation mode for the component you wish to control in the source e Press the any of the REMOTE MODE or INPUT SELECTOR keys to select the appropriate operation mode e Replace with new batteries e Operate the remote control unit within the controllable range e Connect properly referring to Setting up the system e Place software in the source component you want to play e Wait until recording has completed ePress any of the remote mode keys or SOURCE key to activate the operation mode for the component you want to control before operation KEN 35 EN Es Caution Read this page carefully to ensure safe Specifications ee AUDIO section VIDEO section Rated power output during STEREO operation VIDEO inputs outputs VIDEO composite 1 Vp p 75 100 watts per channel minimum RMS both channels driven at8Qfrom S VIDEO inputs outputs 40 Hzto 20 kHz with no more than 0 7 total harmonic distortion FTC S VIDEO luminance signal 1 Vp p 75 Q Effective power output during SURROUND operation FRONT 40 20 kHz 0 7 T H D at 8Q one channel driven TANS N aAA RARR ARAARA RNAB ARREK AARE 100 W 100 W CENTER 40 20 kHz 0 7 T
13. functions as the play pause key If MD or TAPE is selected as the input source this key functions as the play key BAND key KE Use to select the broadcast band lt key Use to operate other components FLIP key Use to operate other components II key Use to operate other components Use as dimmer function to adjust the brightness of the display EES E key If CD MD or TAPE is selected as the input source this key functions as the stop key AUTO key Use to select the auto tuning mode INPUT SELECTOR keys DVD 6CH CDI DVD AUX TUNER VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 MD TAPE Use to select the input sources 7 BASS BOOST key 8 Use to select the maximum adjustment setting for the low frequency range Setting up the system Make connections as shown in the following pages When connecting the related system components be sure to refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the components you are connecting Do not connect the power cord to a wall outlet until all connections are completed Notes 1 Be sure to insert all connection cords securely If their connections are imperfect the sound may not be produced or there will be noise interference 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 Do not connect power cords from co
14. Insert cord D P 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 Attach to the stand FM 750 E ANTENNA AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna v FM outdoor antenna Use an antenna adaptor Commercially available 135 Setting up the system Connecting the system control Preparing the remote 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 emt cord e You may connect the system control cord to either the up or down jack EXAMPLE SL16 mode connections The underlined portion represents the setting of the system control mode SL16 Receiver T ATIK SYSTEM assette dec SL16 XS XS8 XR or MD recorder Se E SL16 XS XS8 CD player xs Record player e In order to take advantage of the system control operations the components must be con
15. RMX ON Subwoofer re mix set mode to the receiver is ON RMX OFF Subwoofer re mix set mode to the receiver is OFF Press the SET UP key to accept the setting e The receiver enters the speaker volume level adjustment mode eIn step and 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 The volume levels from each speaker should be the same Press the SET UP key to begin TEST TONE AUTO MANUAL The selection of AUTO MANUAL TEST TONE is done by the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick Press the SET UP key again to select either AUTO or MANUAL Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to adjust the volume level of the test tone output from the speaker channel to be adjusted For AUTO selection the test tone is heard from the speakers in the following sequence for 2 seconds each ree ea The channel indication blinks while the test tone is being ouput Wy zmo Mike ooo sf you change the volume level settings for the speakers while listening to music the settings referred to on this page are also changed 25 e f the speaker setting selects are OFF the speaker level settings are reset Press the SET UP key e The test tone is turned off The receiver enters the mode for inputting the distance to the speakers For MANUAL selection press the SET UP key e
16. Step siisceescssecsuiscisrcsstiziveenenncancnisinanes 530 kHz 1 700 kHz Usable sensitivity 30 mod S N 20dB 16 pV 600 pV m Signal to noise ratio 30 mod 1 mV Input 50 dB GENERAL Power consumption AC outlet SWITCHED Dimensions total 150 W 1 25 A max W 440 mm 17 5 16 H 143mm 5 5 8 D 303 mm 11 15 16 Mentee ageet 7 7 kg 17 00 Ib Notes 1 KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development For this reason specifications may be changed without notice 2 The full performance may not be exhibited in an extremely cold location under a water freezing temperature KENWOOD 36 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
17. connected directly to a high power amplification system Proper measures for playing the digital output as described below should be taken to avoid this situation To enjoy DTS Digital Surround playback an external 5 1 channel DTS Digital Surround decoder system or an amplifier with a built in DTS Digital Surround decoder must be connected to the digital output S P DIF AES EBU or TosLink of a CD LD or DVD player All models are incorporated with the DTS decoder Center speaker een a Subwoofer SW Front speaker L R Surround speaker L R Optional in this mode LFE Low Frequency Effects This channel delivers separate non directional bass signals to the subwoofer for more dynamic deep bass sound effects DTS has a 1 or LFE channel The indication LEET appears in the display when a signal is being input for this channel 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 DOs Compared with previous Dolby surround Dolby Digital provides even better sound quality greater spatial accuracy and improved dynamic range Note 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 surroun
18. display e The PANORAMA setting indication scrolls across the display PANORAMA will be scrolled from right to left CURDS nom DOLBY DIGITAL PROLOGIC SPW MOB i QO Eet Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select PANORAMA ON or OFF ON PANORAMA mode is ON OFF PANORAMA mode is OFF Sr DOQ Q Os i DOLBY DIGITAL PROLOGIC CEE ae 26 Dimension mode Pro Logic I 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 repeatedly until DIMENSION appears on the display e The DIMENSION indication scrolls across the display Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to adjust the soundfield towards the rear or the front Soundfield is adjusted towards the front Sr DOC DEI QO Eet DOLBY DIGITAL PROLOGIC Soundfield is in neutral position sry MOB DEI E ie DOLBY DIGITAL PROLOGIC A Soundfield is adjusted towards the rear Sr MOB DIGITAL es de E DOLBY DIGITAL PROLOGIC Center Width mode Pro Logic I 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 Pres
19. 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 from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help For the U S A 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 shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical As an ENERGY STAR Partner Kenwood Corporation has determined that this product Greet meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This product can save energy Saving energy reduces air pollution and lowers utility bills 3 EN Before applying the power 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 of your audio and video components we will guide you in setting up your system to be as easy as possible Op
20. power is turned on off or when the input selection is changed Pro Logic II Music mode only Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to adjust the setting as desired e The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 8 seconds 255 Ambience effects Midnight mode Dolby Digital mode only When watching movies at night you might not be able to raise the volume as loud as normal Midnight mode compresses the dynamic range of previously specified parts of the Dolby Digital sound track like scenes with sudden increases in volume to minimize the difference in volume between the specified and non specified parts This makes it easy to hear all of the sound track even when listening at low volumes Press the SOUND key repeatedly until NIGHT appears on the display e This can be selected only if CD DVD DVD 6CH or VIDEO 2 is selected as the source and the listen mode is set to DOLBY DIGITAL Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select the ON or OFF setting SPH MOB oe CURDS nom DOLBY DIGITAL PROLOGIC e The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 8 seconds e Some Dolby Digital software may not be compatible with the Midnight mode Panorama mode Pro Logic I Music mode only When listening to music you will be able to enjoy the wraparound sound effect when you adjust the panorama mode Press the SOUND key repeatedly until PANORAMA appears on the
21. repeat procedure Setting the speaker status The speaker indicator lights up Press the SPEAKERS ON OFF key to switch the speakers ON or OFF Listening to a source component VOLUME CONTROL SELECTOR El Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob or keys to select the source you want to listen to The input sources change as shown below Selecting a source using the INPUT SELECTOR knob AUX TUNER CD DVD TAPE or MD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD 6CH B Start playback from the selected source E Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob or VOLUME keys to adjust the volume 17 Normal playback Adjusting the sound SPEAKERS ON OFF VOLUME CONTROL CINEMA EQ eh Seck EICH a o Zo SOOT PHONES MULTI SS F Joystick MULTI CONTROL a v LOUDNESS e BASS BOOST TONE IJ Adjusting the TONE remote control only You can adjust the sound quality when the receiver is in the PCM stereo and analog stereo mode Press the TONE key to select the TONE mode Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select TONE ON OFF CURES aen STEREO Press the TONE key for the following displays BASS Select this to adjust the low frequency range E TONE Tone setting mode is ON TREB Select this to adjust the high frequency range
22. tes ch Te ie TONE BASS BOOST II TUNING lt lt p gt gt keys Use to operate the tuner mode If CD MD or TAPE is selected as input the source these keys function as search keys DISC SEL key Use to operate other components INPUT SEL key Use to operate other components DISC SKIP key If CD is selected as the input source this key functions as the multi CD player disc skip key A B key If TAPE is selected as the input source this is A and B deck of a double cassette deck TONE key 78 Use to switch the status of TONE control LOUDNESS key 48 Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS POWER key Use to turn the receiver on or off RECEIVER key Use to return to the operation of the receiver LISTEN MODE key Use to select the listening mode INPUT MODE key Use to switch between full auto digital and analog inputs CINEMA EO key Use to switch the status of CINEMA cE sl MUTE key 8 Use to temporarily mute the sound VOLUME keys 02 Use to adjust the receiver volume BQ 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 manual is indicated in parentheses MENU key Use to operate other components SOUND key 28 Use to adjust the sound quality and the ambience effects E RETURN key Use to operate other components E m key If CD is selected as the input source this key
23. AUTO key DIMMER key MULTI CONTROL knob 5 Use to change TAPE indication to M Use to select the REC MODE 2 Use to control a variety of settings Use to adjust the brightness of the display INPUT SELECTOR knob A7 Use to select the auto tuning mode 20 27 Use to select the input sources MEMORY key 20 LISTEN MODE key VOLUME CONTROL knob A Use to store radio stations in the preset Use to select the listening mode PHONES jack 48 memory Surround indicators Use for headphone listening SET UP key 5 DSP mode indicator 24 SPEAKERS ON OFF keys 0 Use to select the speakers settings etc Lights when the receiver is in the DSP mode Use to turn the speakers ON OFF MUTE key 48 DTS mode indicator 2101 CINEMA EQ key 8 Use to temporarily mute the sound Lights when the receiver is in the DTS mode Use to switch the status of CINEMA EQ DOLBY DIGITAL indicator 24 INPUT MODE key es Lights when the receiver is in the Dolby Use to switch between full auto digital and Digital mode analog inputs 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 the remote control unit 5 EN 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 t
24. EO 2 jacks OEN 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 oO OO oO 00 oO 00 OO OO CD DVD OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO Component with DTS COAXIAL Dolby Digital or PCM DIGITAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 jacks See Connecting video components RF digital demodulator DEM 9991D sold separately DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT AUDIO L asl loso se LD player PCM OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT AUDIO Optical fiber cable oO Carta ZC o CD or DVD player To connect an LD player with a DIGITAL RF OUT connect the LD player to the KENWOOD RF digital demodulator DEM 9991D Next connect the DIGITAL OUT jacks of the demodulator to the DIGITAL IN jacks of the receiver Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 jacks See Connecting video components 10
25. F If you selected NML as the front speakers setting CNTR ON Center speaker setting mode to the i receiver is ON Center speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF CNTR OFF Press the SET UP key again to accept the setting eThe surround speaker setting indication SURR appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select the appropriate surround speaker setting e Itis not advisable to select LRG large for surround speaker as this will cause the speaker to malfunction If you selected LRG as the center speaker setting SURR NML normal Average size surround speakers are connected to the receiver SURR LRG large Large surround speakers are connected to the receiver Surround speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF 3 SURR OFF Continued to next page 155 Preparing for surround sound If you have selected other than LRG as the center speaker setting y SURR ON Surround speaker setting mode to the receiver is ON SURR OFF Surround speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF Press the SET UP key again to accept the setting e The subwoofer remis setting indication SW RE MIX scrolls across the display SW RE MIX scrolls across the display STEREO e f subwoofer is turned OFF subwoofer re mix setting is not visible Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select the appropriate subwoofer re mix setting
26. H D at 8Q one channel driven Gees 100 W SU HD one channel D IT EE 100 W 100 W SUBWOOFER 80 Hz 0 7 T H D at 8Q one channel driven VR 616 100 W Total harmonic distortion 0 W 89 Frequency response E A E 95 dB 550 mV 47 KQ 550 mV 47 kQ Output level impedance TAPE REC 550 mV 1 KQ PRE OUT SUBWOOFER VR 606 15V 2 2kQ Tone control 10 dB at 100 Hz TREBLE 10 dB at 10 kHz Loudness control VOLUME at 30dB level EE 8 dB at 100 Hz DIGITAL AUDIO section Sampling frequency 32 kHz 44 1 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz Input level impedance wave length Optical 15 dBm 21 dBm 660 nm 30 nm ec sissiiiisisisississssssssssssnsasasEr Erer Enu Noriai iiien anire 0 5 Vp p 759 S VIDEO chrominance signal 0 286 Vp p 75 Q FM tuner section Tuning frequency range EEN 87 5 MHz 108 0 MHz Usable sensitivity MONO we 1 3 UV 75 Q 13 2 dBf 75 kHz DEV SINAD 30 dB 50dB quieting sensitivity STEREO siiin 28 uV 75 Q 40 2 dBf Total harmonic distortion 1 kHz MONO 0 5 71 2 dBf input STEREO z 0 7 71 2 dBf input Signal to noise ratio 1 kHz 75 kHz DEV 75 dB 71 2 dBf input 68 dB 71 2 dBf input we 40 dB 70 dB 30 Hz 15kHz 0 5 dB 3 0 dB STEREO Stereo separation Selectivity 400 kHz Frequency response AM tuner section Tuning frequency range 10 KS
27. IC can be used when playing video DVD or LD software bearing the Dt patsy surrouno mark LISTEN MODE INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR INPUT MODE zer LISTEN MODE o00co INPUT SELECTOR Preparations e Turn ON related components e Complete Preparing for surround sound speaker settings 45 e Use the INPUT SELECTOR to select the component you wish to play back with surround sound e Use the INPUT MODE key to select the input mode analog or digital for the source you wish to play back A e Noise will be produced when a DTS source is played by selecting the analog input Start playing the video software B Press the LISTEN MODE key 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 press of the LISTEN MODE key switches the setting as listed below The listening mode settings are different depending on the type of input signal 24 When the DOLBY DIGITAL signal is input The DOLBY DIGITAL PRO LOGIC or STEREO indicator lights up gt DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL surround PL II MOVIE PRO LOGIC II surround MOVIE mode The PR
28. KENWOOD AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER VR 606 VR 616 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION This instruction manual is for some models Model availability and features functions may differ depending on the country and sales area 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 5228 00 00 K P TE EA 0111 Before applying the power A Caution Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation Units are designed for operation as follows AC 120 V only AC 240 V only AC 230 V only U S A and Canada Australia Europe and U K China and Russia ek AC 220 V only Other countries AC 110 120 220 240 V switchable Safety precautions WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RAIN OR MOISTURE A CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NO
29. O LOGIC indicator lights up PL II 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 STEREO ormal stereo playback When you select DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL will scroll from right to left pi wow Oo OsO DREES vical pio DOLBY DIGITAL A cae PROLOGIC When the DTS signal is input The DTS indicator lights up e DTS DTS surround STEREO Normal stereo playback When the analog signal or the digital signal except for DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS signal is input gt OU PL II 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 H surround PRO LOGIC mode The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up ARENA DSP Surround ARENA mode JAZZ CLUB DSP Surround JAZZ CLUB mode THEATER DSP Surround THEATER mode STADIUM DSP Surround STADIUM mode DISCO DSP Surround DISCO mode STEREO ormal stereo playback Sound is produced from the two front channels only The STEREO indicator lights up e Dolby Digital or DTS signal having more channels than the maximum number of playback channels available using the receiver s current settings is input downmixing is performed to match the number of available channel
30. OTE MODE DVD CBL DSS SAT VCR TV OTHERS keys For DVD CBL DSS SAT VCR or TV keys Hold down the SOURCE key and press the numeric keys to enter the setup code e Example Press 805 to register a DVD player manufactured by KENWOOD e If you push an invalid key the remote control will exit the setup mode 286 The OTHERS key enables you to operate another DVD CBL DSS SAT VCR or TV component For OTHERS key Hold down the OTHERS key and press the numeric keys to enter the setup code e Example After you have registered the KENWOOD DVD player press 804 to register another DVD player which is manufactured by Panasonic e If you push an invalid key the remote control will exit the setup mode EPress any of the REMOTE MODE DVD CBL DSS SAT VCR TV OTHERS key and then press the SOURCE key to check that the component you want to control turns on If the component does not react and there is more than one setup code enter another setup code and try again e If the component is already on pressing the SOURCE key will turn it off Repeat steps B to E to register additional components until all components have been registered Alternative REMOTE MODE key This operation is optional and is convenient when you link an INPUT SELECTOR key to the REMOTE MODE key While operating one component the INPUT SELECTOR key functions as an alternative REMOTE MODE key to select another compo
31. T REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL LERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED DANGEROUS VOLTAGE WITHIN THE PRODUCT S CLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE O CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO ERSONS Tam THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND AINTENANCE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL A WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO A ZEN Unpacking Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are present FM indoor antenna 1 AM loop antenna 1 For VR 606 616 Remote control unit 1 RC RO728 o0 0000 Op D ooonp 00 D oooo on 0 Dooon ODo fany accessories are missing or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate notify your dealer immediately If your unit was shipped to you directly notify your shipper immediately Kenwood recommend that you retain he original carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship he unit in the future Keep this manual handy for future reference 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 discolo
32. TH DVD player Setup code Manufacturer Setup Codes JVC 322 GEMINI KENWOOD HAMLIN PANASONIC JERROLD PHILIPS MACOM 215 216 217 PIONEER OAK 212 213 214 SONY PANASONIC 221 222 PHILIPS 219 220 PIONEER 206 207 S ATLANTA 203 SAMSUNG 223 TOCOM 208 ZENITH 204 205 DSS SAT audio service Setup codes Manufacturer Setup Codes ECHOSTAR G I HITACHI HUGHES PANASONIC PRIMESTAR RCA SONY TOSHIBA 30 EN TOSHIBA 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 5 5 TOPMENU MEN SETUP SOUND INPUTSEL A8 een play m Stop VEO VIDEO wm a Rewind aie BAND p gt Fast al IS on i gt Play AIB Cassette deck selection NEUT SELECTOR LOES YORE w s MD recorder operations keys SOURCE POWER ae ore ries eos eme INPUT MODE Numeric keys T oa Select tracks co gt Skip up lt lt Skip down lt lt Search GOSH Kin gt Play Fr Search w up em m Stop THOT SELECTOR
33. ace to 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 speakers Place to the direct left and right or slightly behind the listening position at even heights approximately 1 meter above the ears of the listeners These speakers recreate sound motion and atmosphere Required for surround playback Subwoofer Reproduces powerful deep bass sounds 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 ESCH Connecting the antennas AM loop antenna The supplied loop antenna is for use indoors Place it as far as possible from the receiver TV set speaker cords and power cord and adjust the direction for best reception AM antenna terminal connections Push lever Insert cord Release lever a E Si We NZJ S eT 2 FM indoor antenna The supplied indoor antenna is for temporary use only For stable signal reception we recommend using an outdoor antenna Disconnect the indoor antenna when you connect one outdoors FM antenna terminal connections
34. ach time to select the speaker channel 165 E Input the distance to the speakers Select the DISTANCE from the set up displays and press the SET UP key again Measure the distance from the listening position to each of the speakers Jot down the distance to each of the speakers Distance to front speakers __ feet meters Distance to center speaker _____ feet meters Distance to surround speakers _____ feet meters Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select the distance to the front speakers The speaker indicator to be adjusted blinks STEREO Indication in feet Indication in meters e The allowable setting range is 1 to 30 feet 0 3m to 9 0m adjustable in 1 foot 0 3m increments O Press the SET UP key to accept the settings Repeat steps and to input the distance for each of the speakers Setup is complete when the input indication appears ET e The speakers you have selected should appear on the display Confirm that all the speakers have been correctly selected Press the SET UP 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 Lo Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select the source of which the input level you want to adjust e You can store a separate input level for each in
35. al display and start again SPIO STEREO GU Receiving preset stations in order P cALL 00 cooofto doo 0000 1o 00 cooofd Joystick P CALL lt lt gt gt 2000 Sss TUNER E Press the TUNER key to select tuner as the source Buse the Joystick to adjust the P CALL lt lt gt direction to select the desired station e Each time you push the Joystick another preset station is received in order Pushing the Joystick to P CALL gt does the following Co ee Pushing the Joystick to P CALL I lt does the following Se ee Holding the Joystick on kri or lt lt direction lets you skip through the presets receiving each preset station at 0 5 second intervals 21 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 18 Surround modes DTS The DTS multi channel audio format is available on CD LD and DVD software DTS is a strictly digital format and cannot be decoded inside most CD LD or DVD players For this reason if you attempt to listen to DTS encoded software through the analog output of your new CD LD or DVD player you will experience digital noise in most cases This noise can be quite loud if the analog output is
36. ceived e No antenna is connected e The broadcast band is not set properly e The frequency of the desired station is not tuned e Connect an antenna e Set the broadcast band properly e Tune the frequency of the desired station Interference e Noise due to ignition noise from an automobile e Noise due to interference from an electric appliance e Noise due to a nearby TV set e Install the outdoor antenna away from the road e Turn off the power to the appliance e Install the receiver farther away from the TV A station which was preset cannot be received by pressing the corresponding numeric key 345 e The preset station belongs to a frequency that cannot be received e The preset memory was cleared because the power cord had been unplugged for a long period of time e Preset a station with a receivable frequency e Preset the station again In case of difficulty Remote control unit Symptom Cause Remedy Certain inputs cannot be selected using the remote control e No setup codes registered at the respective input s e Register a setup code at the respective input s 30 Remote control operation is not possible eThe remote control is set to a different operation mode e Batteries are exhausted e The remote control unit is too far away from the main system controlling angle is too large or there is an obstacle between the receiver and the remote
37. connect the digital output of the player to the digital input of this unit DSP surround modes The DSP Digital Signal Processor used for this receiver incorporates a variety of high quality adjustable sound fields like ARENA JAZZ CLUB THEATER STADIUM and DISCO It is compatible with almost any kind of program source DVD 6 channel input If you own a DVD player equipped with 6 channel output this receiver allows you to obtain the full surround sound impact of DVD source material featuring multi channel encoding Since the source signals are digital and each channel is input independently the resulting ambience is far superior to what can be achieved with conventional surround sound systems CINEMA EQ Cinema EQ mode will produce a more dynamic sound quality in any conditions You can enjoy a more impressive sound effect when you switch CINEMA EQ ON during Dolby Digital and DTS playback ACTIVE EQ The ACTIVE EQ function provides an enhanced sound balance from the 5 1 channel speakers especially when small speakers are being used and it is available during the receiver s operation However this feature is not available during front large speaker selection and DVD 6 channel playback 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
38. d is required select FRNT NML Press the SET UP key to accept the setting e The front speakers setting indication FRNT LRG appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select the appropriate front speakers setting e Itis not advisable to select LRG large for front speaker as this will cause the speaker to malfunction connected to the receiver FRNT LRG large Large front speakers are connected to the receiver i FRNT NML normal Average size front speakers are e For FRNT LRG selection no sound willbe heard from subwoofer speaker even when it is set to ON However if you select CINEMA EQ 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 e ACTIVE EQ will be available only during FRNT NML selection Press the SET UP key to accept the setting e The center speaker setting indication CNTR appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select the appropriate center speaker setting e It is not advisable to select LRG large for center speaker as this will cause the speaker to malfunction If you selected LRG as the front speakers setting CNTR NML normal An average size center speaker is connected to the receiver CNTR LRG large A large center speaker is connected to the receiver Center speaker setting mode to the receiver is OFF 3 CNTR OF
39. d sound this receiver lets you enjoy Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround program sources even if you connect only the front speakers Center speaker Subwoofer SW Front speaker L R Surround speaker L R Optional in this mode LFE Low Frequency Effects This channel delivers separate non directional bass signals to the subwoofer for more dynamic deep bass sound effects 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 DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of RIESEN Digital Theater Systems Inc SURROUND Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories 22 EN 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 DO koy surrouno This is achieved with an intelligent built in feedback logic design a matrix surround decoding and the decoding of stereo full bandwidth surround outputs The PRO LOGIC II mod
40. e for front center and surround speakers as this will cause the speakers to malfunction POWER ON STANDBY MULTI CONTROL 5O00 Joystick MULTI CONTROL a v Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing POWER ON STANDBY or POWER key E Press the SET UP key to enter the SET UP mode and use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick for the following displays SP SETUP TESTTONE DISTANCE EXIT The flow of the SET UP is as follows J SP SETUP gt TESTTONE gt DISTANCE gt EXIT T Ce t Subwoofer AUTO MANUAL Front Front D P Center E LE Center c t Surround Surround R J SR R Subwoofer SL L Re mix SW sR SL t sw E Select a speaker system Select SP SETUP and press the SET UP key again so that the subwoofer setting indication SUBW ON appears SP mow ru Ew CEJ STEREO Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to select the appropriate subwoofer setting SUBW ON Subwoofer setting mode to the receiver is ON SUBW OFF Subwoofer setting mode to the receiver is OFF e The initial setting is SUBW ON e When the setting SUBW OFF is selected the front speakers are automatically set to FRNT LRG and the procedure skips to step O Before step O press the SET UP key to accept the setting e When subwoofer output soun
41. e station ST lights when Frequency a broadcast is being display received in stereo m E MHz ZED TUNED is displayed when a station is received Auto tuning The next station is tuned automatically Manual tuning Turn the knob press the key to select the desired station 20 Presetting radio stations manually MEMORY ono me MULTI CONTROL E Tune to the station you want to store E Press the MEMORY key while receiving the station Blinks for 5 seconds Lights for 5 seconds A be l l spot a Proceed to step within 5 seconds If more than 5 seconds elapse press the MEMORY key again E Use the MULTI CONTROL knob to select one of the station presets 1 40 El Press the MEMORY key again to confirm the setting e Repeat steps H A B and G to store as many stations as necessary e If you store a station at a previously used preset the previous station will be replaced by the new one Listening to radio broadcasts Receiving preset stations 2000 Scoe TUNER E Press the TUNER key to select tuner as the source B 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 For 20 press e f you make a mistake entering a two digit number press the 10 key repeatedly to return to the origin
42. erations Shows you how to operate the various functions available on the receiver Remote Control Shows you how to operate other components using the remote control as well as a detailed explanation of all remote control operations Once you have registered your components with the proper setup codes you ll be able to operate both this receiver and your other AV components TV VCR DVD player CD player etc using the remote control supplied with this receiver Additional Information Shows you additional information such as In case of difficulty troubleshooting and Specifications Memory back up function Please note that the following items will be deleted from the unit s memory if the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet for approximately 1 day e SW RE MIX ON OFF e Distance setting e Input mode setting e Midnight mode setting e PRO LOGIC II mode setting e Broadcast band e Frequency setting e Preset stations e Tuning mode e CINEMA EQ ON OFF e LOUDNESS ON OFF Power mode nput selector settings Picture output Speaker ON OFF Volume level BASS TREBLE INPUT level Dimmer level D TAPE settings Listen mode setting e Speaker settings QeN 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
43. es 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 characteristics to offer the three optional controls like Dimension Center Width and Panorama modes to allow optimization of the soundfields as desired The Dimension control allows the user to gradually adjust the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear the Center Width control allows various adjustment of the left center right speakers balance the Panaroma extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting wraparound effect with side wall imaging Center speaker a Ee TV Subwoofer SW Front speaker L R Surround speaker L R Ambience effects DSP mode The DSP mode lets you add the atmosphere of a live concert or hall to almost any type of program source These modes are particularly effective when used with stereo program sources like CD television and FM radio You might enjoy trying the ARENA JAZZ CLUB THEATER STADIUM or DISCO mode the next time you watch a concert or sporting event Center speaker GZ TV
44. g video Use the INPUT SELECTOR to select the video source other than VIDEO 1 you want to record Set the video deck connected to VIDEO 1 to record e Select the REC MODE to record a digital input source Start playback then start recording e Recording may not be normal for some video software This is due to the copy guard condition 34 Recording audio digital sources Switch on the REC MODE to record a digital input source Usually use the A REC Auto Record MODE to record audio input sources When the digital mode changes during recording in the A REC MODE the audio input source may be interrupted momentarily Recording music in A REC or M REC mode DIMMER INPUT SELECTOR Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select the source CD DVD DVD 6CH or VIDEO 2 you want to record Set the MD or TAPE recorder to record Press and hold the DIMMER key for more than 2 seconds to select the A REC or M REC mode e The mode changes every 2 seconds as shown below Rec mode off The digital input record mode is switched off A REC The digital input signals DTS Dolby Digital or PCM are identified automatically and converted into stereo signals that are ready for recording M REC The input signal type at the moment this mode is selected is held throughout this mode For A REC mode EN STEREO EEN STEREO
45. he appropriate manufacturer s setup codes SOURCE POWER E CINEMA EQ E So a TOP MENU MENU SET UP SOUND li Sou E rea DOWN oa Ii POL Ni NUP vn A Ji MULTI i CONTROL WS zer son Ths is 6 eiis GH ite FLIP BAND LaL Cahana O01 MES Selen f OVDBCH CD DVD AN SS l VIDEO1 VIDEO2 MD TAPE _i L ___ SOURCE OO key Use to turn the other components ON OFF REMOTE MODE keys DVD CBL DSS SAT VCR TV OTHERS 28 Use to select the components registered at the respective input Numeric keys EEN Provide functions identical to those of the original remote control supplied with the component you are controlling TV CONTROL keys Use when in TV operation CH keys Use to select the channels gt gt DVD aa keys When in DVD player operations these keys function as skip keys TOP MENU key Use to operate the DVD component SET UP key Use to select the speakers settings etc Joystick ENTER se to operate other components MULTI CONTROL a v se to control a variety of settings se to operate other components P CALL Lea DOWN a and P CALL UP gt gt gt 21 Use for selection adjustments during SOUND SET UP and PRESET CHANNEL functions PAGE V A key Use to operate the DVD component OSD key se to operate the DVD component 09 M 28 GEN
46. me control knob CINEMA EQ mode You can enjoy a more impressive sound effect when you switch CINEMA EQ ON during Dolby Digital and DTS playback Press the CINEMA EQ key CINEMA EQ will scroll across the display z peo oy CE ger CINEMA EQ wow G E STEREO e When CINEMA EQ is turned ON subwoofer re mix s function will also be effective e f REC MODE is ON or TREBLE s level is 6 or below CINEMA EQ function will not be available To cancel Press the CINEMA EQ key again so that the CINEMA EQ indicator goes off and displays OFF e When CINEMA EQ is turned OFF the setting will remain until the next selection is made Listening with headphones Press the SPEAKERS ON OFF key so that the speaker indicator goes off Make sure the SP indicator is turned OFF elf 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 PHONES Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob or VOLUME keys to adjust the volume Recording Recording audio analog sources INPUT SELECTOR Recording a music source Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select the source other than MD TAPE you want to record Set the MD or TAPE recorder to record Start playback then start recording Recordin
47. mponents 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 each end one red for the right channel and one white for Input mode settings CD DVD VIDEO 2 and DVD 6CH inputs each include jacks for digital audio input and analog audio input You must select beforehand which type of input is to be used for each connected component To use the analog audio input for playback instead if for example you have connected a VCR to the VIDEO 2 input you must set the input mode for the corresponding input t After completing connections and turning on the receiver follow the steps below o the analog mode INPUT SELECTOR INPUT MODE Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select CD DVD VIDEO 2 DVD 6CH Press the INPUT MODE key source unit or are available at your local electronics retailer he left channel These cables are usually packed together with the Microcomputer malfunction If operation is not possible or an erroneous display appears even though all connections have been made properly reset the microcomputer refe
48. nected 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 SL16 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 control 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 Be sure the system control plugs are inserted all the way in to the system control terminals N w 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
49. nent e Example REMOTE MODE DVD key can be linked to the INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO 1 key as described below After registering the setup code press and hold the SOURCE key then press the REMOTE MODE DVD key While holding down the SOURCE d press the INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO 1 key e Now the VIDEO 1 key will function as a DVD key which can be selected at the same time while operating a CD player e Repeat step to to link other INPUT SELECTOR keys 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 Basic remote control operations for other components 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 oO Hd e Cc D O m G RECEIVER D 000001 0 oo0000 0 ooooffo 000 j Sad 0 INPUT SELECTOR E Use the INPUT SELECTOR keys to select the component you desire e Pressing the INPUT SELECTOR keys also changes the input selector on the receiver e When you operate your registered DVD player Cable tuner DSS SAT receiver VCR or TV go to step B e When you operate the CD player Cassette deck MD player or Tuner with system control connection go to step E
50. or the remote control this function can be operated from the I key 96kHz LPCM playback The receiver is compatible with the 96kHz LPCM playback To play a 96kHz DVD set the listen mode to STEREO e In F AUTO input mode the listen mode will automatically be STEREO e When in D MANUAL input mode listen mode is not STEREO FS 96kHz will appear in the display and no sound can be heard from the speakers Press the LISTEN MODE key the listen mode changes to the STEREO mode to output sound from the speakers 27 EN 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 After changing batteries please re enter the setup codes Registering setup codes for other components eT SOURCE REMOTE MODE INPUT SELECTOR H Find the setup code of the component to be registered e Refer to the setup code lists to find the setup code for the component to be registered 30 Example To register a DVD made by KENWOOD you would enter 805 Component DVD player KENWOOD 805 808 B Registering components for REM
51. put source Press the SOUND key repeatedly until the INPUT indication appears Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to adjust the input level STEREO e The adjustment mode is displayed for approximately eight seconds e The input level may be adjusted to any one of three settings OdB 3dB and 6aB The initial setting is OdB Press the SOUND key again to return to the input indication Normal playback Preparing for playback Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback SPEAKERS POWER ON OFF ON STANDBY Se CH e TS 200s AUTO INPUT SELECTOR INPUT MODE Turning on the receiver Turn on the power to the related components Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing POWER ON STANDBY key Selecting the input mode If you have selected a component connected to the CD DVD VIDEO 2 or DVD 6CH jacks make sure that the input mode setting is correct for the type of audio signal to be used 7 Selecting MD TAPE Select the source name corresponding to the component connected to the MD TAPE jacks The initial factory setting is TAPE To change the source to MD follow the steps below Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select TAPE Hold down the AUTO key for more than 2 seconds e The source indication changes to MD e To return to the original indication
52. ration In regard to contact cleaner Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil for they may deform the plastic component Before applying the power Contents Caution Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation A Before applying the power A Safety precautions Unpacking How to use this manual Special features Names and functions of parts iD airi E ae Remote control unit 6 Setting up the system a7 Preparations Connecting audio components 28 Connecting video Cormponermts eee 9 Digital CONNECTIONS c eee eeeeeeee E IQ Connecting a DVD player 6 channel input 1 Connecting the speakers Connecting the terminals Connecting the antennas Connecting the system control Preparing the remote control Preparing for surround sound Speaker le rrisnin Normal playback Preparing for playback Listening to a source component Adjusting the sound ale Recording Recording audio analog sources Recording video ceeee Recording audio digital sources Operations Listening to radio broadcasts Tuning radio stations Presetting radio stations manually Receiving preset Stations 0 cceeeeeeeeeees Receiving preset stations in order P CALL 21 Ambience effects 22 Surround modes
53. rring to In case of difficulty 34 Each press switches the setting as follows In DTS play mode F AUTO digital input analog input D MANUAL digital input In CD DVD VIDEO 2 DVD 6CH play mode LU F AUTO digital input analog input D MANUAL digital input 6CH INPT DVD 6CH input L_ 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 F AUTO full auto mode AUTO DETECT and DIGITAL indicators light up the receiver detects the digital or analog input signals automatically Priority is given to digital signal during input mode selection The receiver will select the input mode and listening mode automatically during playback to match the type of input signal Dolby Digital PCM DTS and the speaker setting The initial factory setting is full auto To keep the receiver set to the currently selected listening mode use the INPUT MODE key to select D MANUAL digital manual 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 digital If the INPUT MODE key is pressed quickly sound may not be produced Press the INPUT MODE key again
54. s E Adjust the volume Notes e Depending on the type of the signal or speaker setting some listening modes cannot be selected e When playback is started the sound may be cut or interrupted before the input source is confirmed as Dolby Digital e To enjoy Dolby Digital surround as well as all the other listening modes from a single component be sure to use a Dolby Digital compatible source component Ambience effects DVD 6 channel playback Using a DVD player or the like equipped with six 5 1 output channels and the receiver you can enjoy surround sound playback When you try to play a disc other than Dolby Digital such as DTS CD no sound is produced or noise may be heard To avoid this situation make sure that you connect the component to the receiver s DVD 6CH INPUT jacks through a surround processor which can decode the surround signal you want to listen to Connecting a DVD player which can decode the surround signal itself is also acceptable INPUT MODE INPUT SELECTOR o 0 0o o o oce INPUT MODE o00c Q000 DVD 6CH mg Preparations e Connect your DVD player to the DVD 6CH jacks of the receiver e Turn on all other components that will be used e Complete Preparing for surround sound 15 Select DVD 6CH as the input source B Select 6CH INPT by pressing the INPUT MODE key E Start playback of
55. s the SOUND key repeatedly until CENTER WIDTH appears on the display e The CENTER WIDTH indication scrolls across the display e When the center speaker is switched OFF this mode will not be effective Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Joystick to adjust the left center right output Center image will be heard from center speaker only sw mo es fe CT voma DOLBY DIGITAL PROLOGIC Center image will be heard from left and right speakers only spw DOD DOLBY DIGITAL CUED ora e When in other positions center image from center speaker left and right speakers can be heard simultaneously with various combinations Ambience effects Subwoofer adjustment It is easy to adjust the volume of the subwoofer using the remote control Press the SOUND key repeatedly until SW appears on the display Sa MoO aw CURES pica STEREO Use MULTI CONTROL knob or keys to adjust the volume e The adjustment range is 10 dB to 10 dB 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 SP10 PROLOGIC SPIO PROLOGIC e F
56. standby indicator blinks and sound is not output e Speaker cords are short circuited e Turn the power off eliminate the short circuiting then turn on the power again Soundis not output from one of the speakers The speaker cord is disconnected e Connect it properly referring to Connecti the speakers i2 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 The surround and or center volume controls are set to the minimum level e Connect it properly referring to Connecti the speakers 12 e Select a surround mode e Adjust the speaker levels using the test tone When playing a Dolby Digital source signal using a DVD player the sound is cut off soon after it starts There are many possible causes for this problem depending on the type of DVD player used e Set the input mode to digital manual be starting playback of the Dolby Digital sour No sound is produced during playback from a DVD player The input mode is set to digital manual e Press the INPUT MODE key to select to digital auto mode Avideo source cannot be recorded normally Tuner Symptom The software is copy guarded Cause e Copy guarded video software cannot be recorded Remedy Radio stations cannot be re
57. synchronize recording with the start of playback when recording from CD MD or analog discs 1458 Loading the batteries Remove the cover Insert the batteries Close the cover e Insert two AA size R6 batteries as indicated by the polarity markings Operation When the STANDBY indicator is lit the power turns ON when you press the POWER key on the remote control When the power comes ON press the key you want to operate Operating range Approx Remote sensor Infrared ray system e When pressing more than one remote control key successively press the keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more between keys Notes 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 Placing the remote sensor in direct sunlight or in direct light from a high frequency fluorescent lamp may cause a malfunction In such a case change the location of the system installation to prevent malfunction w 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 It is not advisable to select LRG larg
58. the DVD software E Adjust the volume e Itis not possible to adjust the volume level or sound quality SET UP SOUND of the channels separately when the receiver is in the DVD 6CH 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 e ACTIVE EQ will not be available during DVD 6CH mode Convenient functions DIMMER SOUND 00 oo00f 0 Op ooooff Mo Joystick MULTI CONTROL a v Adjusting the sound You can make further adjustments to the sound while listening to playback in the surround mode Press the SOUND key until the desired item appears in the display Each time you press the button the menu changes as follows Note that some items are not displayed in certain modes OU C center speaker level adjustment SR right surround speaker level adjustment SL left surround speaker level adjustment SW subwoofer level adjustment INPUT input level adjustment analog mode only 7 NIGHT midnight mode ON OFF Dolby Digital mode only PANORAMA Panorama mode ON OFF DIMENSION Dimension adjustment L CENTER WIDTH Center Width adjustment The adjustment is only temporary for the current input selection The value will return automatically to the original setup value when the
59. the software you are going to play and enjoy IECH Dolby Digital 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 Dolby PRO LOGIC II DOLBY PRO LOGIC II whilst totally compatible with its predecessor PRO LOGIC provides greater advantages in surround sound It allows user to enjoy the conventional stereo or Dolby Surround with a convincing 5 1 like presentation PRO LOGIC Il offers special features for controlling the overall spatial dimensionality and frontal sound field imaging PRO LOGIC II produces an impressive surround sound from video software marked Dees suron and three dimensional space from music CD When listening to music you will be able to enjoy the experience of sheer STEREO surround sound 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 separation 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 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
60. ursor right e TT RETURN lt lt Search SEC Se tr Fir Play gt gt Search Qe E lt a FLIP EJES Cl i Pause VDEOJ VIDEO wm m Stop INPUT SELECTOR mp TONE w Cable tuner CBL operation keys SOURCE Source power Numeric keys CH Channel ENTER ven VIDEO NOPE INPUTSELECTOR LOUDNESS TORE w s 33 EN 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 microcom puter and return the unit to its normal operating condition the factory e Please note that resetting the microcomputer will clear the contents of the memory and return the unit to the state it was in when it left key Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet then plug it back in while holding down the POWER ON STANDBY Amplifier Symptom Cause Remedy No sound from the speakers e The speaker cords are disconnected e VOLUME is set to the minimum position e MUTE is ON e The SPEAKERS switches are set to OFF e Connect them properly referring to Connecting the speakers A2 e Adjust the volume to a proper level e Turn OFF the MUTE e Set the SPEAKERS switch to ON DI A7 The
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