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... are operated by products. Keep this manual handy for operation as household waste. The [VOLUME CONTROL], [MULTI CONTROL] and [INPUT SELECTOR] knobs on our health and the environment. in illustrations. Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst preventing detrimental effects on the main unit are missing, or if the unit is indicated in a table. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE...
... are operated by products. Keep this manual handy for operation as household waste. The [VOLUME CONTROL], [MULTI CONTROL] and [INPUT SELECTOR] knobs on our health and the environment. in illustrations. Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst preventing detrimental effects on the main unit are missing, or if the unit is indicated in a table. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE...
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... product yourself as opening or removing covers may fall into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to overturn. 5. When installing an outside antenna or cable system is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have fallen into such power lines or circuits. All the safety and operating instructions should use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Heed Warnings - Power Sources - this product on the product. Do not attempt to service...
... product yourself as opening or removing covers may fall into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to overturn. 5. When installing an outside antenna or cable system is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have fallen into such power lines or circuits. All the safety and operating instructions should use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Heed Warnings - Power Sources - this product on the product. Do not attempt to service...
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... Tuning (non-RDS) radio stations 27 Using RDS (Radio Data System 27 RDS Auto Memory 28 Presetting radio stations manually 28 Receiving preset stations 29 Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL 29 Tuning by Program TYpe (PTY search 30 Using the RDS DISP. (display) key 30 Recording 31 Recording mode setting in high-quality stereo. True home theater sound£ This unit incorporates a wide variety of the sound 32 Additional functions 34 Convenient functions 34 Remote control operations for Kenwood DVD players 35 Troubleshooting 36 Specifications...
... Tuning (non-RDS) radio stations 27 Using RDS (Radio Data System 27 RDS Auto Memory 28 Presetting radio stations manually 28 Receiving preset stations 29 Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL 29 Tuning by Program TYpe (PTY search 30 Using the RDS DISP. (display) key 30 Recording 31 Recording mode setting in high-quality stereo. True home theater sound£ This unit incorporates a wide variety of the sound 32 Additional functions 34 Convenient functions 34 Remote control operations for Kenwood DVD players 35 Troubleshooting 36 Specifications...
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... Input channel status indicator Frequency display, Input display, AUTO DETECT indicator Preset channel display, Surround mode display DIGITAL indicator DSP MODE Band indicators indicator Display DOLBY DIGITAL indicator PRO LOGIC indicator 6CH INPUT indicator DTS indicator VOLUME CONTROL SPEAKERS ON/OFF PHONES DOLBY DIGITAL DTS ACTIVE EQ PURE AUDIO MODE LISTEN MODE SETUP MULTI CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR BAND AUTO/MONO ACTIVE EQ INPUT MODE PURE AUDIO MODE AV AUX VIDEO L-AUDIO-R 1 (power) key Standby indicator Switch the unit ON and standby. ACTIVE EQ indicator Light...
... Input channel status indicator Frequency display, Input display, AUTO DETECT indicator Preset channel display, Surround mode display DIGITAL indicator DSP MODE Band indicators indicator Display DOLBY DIGITAL indicator PRO LOGIC indicator 6CH INPUT indicator DTS indicator VOLUME CONTROL SPEAKERS ON/OFF PHONES DOLBY DIGITAL DTS ACTIVE EQ PURE AUDIO MODE LISTEN MODE SETUP MULTI CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR BAND AUTO/MONO ACTIVE EQ INPUT MODE PURE AUDIO MODE AV AUX VIDEO L-AUDIO-R 1 (power) key Standby indicator Switch the unit ON and standby. ACTIVE EQ indicator Light...
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... maximum adjustment setting for manual memory of RDS and FM radio stations. PTY AUDIO SUBTITLE DIMMER ACTIVE EQ BASS BOOST TONE SOUND EASY SETUP SETUP PURE AUDIO LISTEN MODE MODE MULTI CONTROL TOP MENU MENU ENTER RETURN BAND ON SCREEN MUTE TUNER CD/DVD MD/TAPE AV AUX VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD/6CH 1 AUTO MEMORY key • Use for PTY search. º SUBTITLE key Use to operate the Kenwood DVD player.* 5 Numeric keys Use to call preset channel. ª Use to call up preset stations. REPEAT key Use to select the input source...
... maximum adjustment setting for manual memory of RDS and FM radio stations. PTY AUDIO SUBTITLE DIMMER ACTIVE EQ BASS BOOST TONE SOUND EASY SETUP SETUP PURE AUDIO LISTEN MODE MODE MULTI CONTROL TOP MENU MENU ENTER RETURN BAND ON SCREEN MUTE TUNER CD/DVD MD/TAPE AV AUX VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD/6CH 1 AUTO MEMORY key • Use for PTY search. º SUBTITLE key Use to operate the Kenwood DVD player.* 5 Numeric keys Use to call preset channel. ª Use to call up preset stations. REPEAT key Use to select the input source...
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... offer the best low frequency reproduction according to the room layout.) Note: • Although the ideal surround system consists of all connections have available. 8 English Notes: 1. Adjust the angles so that can cause fire. These cables usually have a center speaker or a subwoofer, you don't have 2 plugs at your TV. Plugging/ unplugging connection cords without disconnecting the power cord can divide those signals between the front left channel.
... offer the best low frequency reproduction according to the room layout.) Note: • Although the ideal surround system consists of all connections have available. 8 English Notes: 1. Adjust the angles so that can cause fire. These cables usually have a center speaker or a subwoofer, you don't have 2 plugs at your TV. Plugging/ unplugging connection cords without disconnecting the power cord can divide those signals between the front left channel.
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Digital connections The DIGITAL IN jacks can accept DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM signals. If you have connected any digital components to this unit, be sure to the VIDEO 2 jacks. ( @) 9 English Connect components capable of outputting DTS, Dolby Digital, or standard PCM (CD) format digital signals. To AC wall outlet CD or DVD player COAXIAL OPTICAL DVD / 6CH CD/DVD DIGITAL IN OPTICAL VIDEO2 Optical fiber cable OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (AUDIO) Optical fiber cable Component with DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT* OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (AUDIO) Note: • * Connect the video...
Digital connections The DIGITAL IN jacks can accept DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM signals. If you have connected any digital components to this unit, be sure to the VIDEO 2 jacks. ( @) 9 English Connect components capable of outputting DTS, Dolby Digital, or standard PCM (CD) format digital signals. To AC wall outlet CD or DVD player COAXIAL OPTICAL DVD / 6CH CD/DVD DIGITAL IN OPTICAL VIDEO2 Optical fiber cable OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (AUDIO) Optical fiber cable Component with DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT* OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (AUDIO) Note: • * Connect the video...
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... recommend using an outdoor antenna. speaker cords. • If the left and right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker cords are connected. Be sure to the stand. ∑ Fix the antenna on the wall. AM loop antenna Place the supplied loop antenna as far as instructed below. Notes: • Never short circuit the + and - Connect the antennas correctly as possible from the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and power cord. Connecting the antennas The...
... recommend using an outdoor antenna. speaker cords. • If the left and right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker cords are connected. Be sure to the stand. ∑ Fix the antenna on the wall. AM loop antenna Place the supplied loop antenna as far as instructed below. Notes: • Never short circuit the + and - Connect the antennas correctly as possible from the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and power cord. Connecting the antennas The...
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... "AUTO": When you hear the test tone from the next speaker. † Go to the next setting, "DISTANCE". • If you wish to adjust, use . You will be selected. Average size surround speaker Large size surround speaker No surround speaker is connected. The output level from the speaker you finish adjusting, press [SETUP]. Speaker settings Speaker setup ("SP SETUP") This sets up the speakers according to the speaker system in STEREO mode, the sound goes directly to front speakers. •...
... "AUTO": When you hear the test tone from the next speaker. † Go to the next setting, "DISTANCE". • If you wish to adjust, use . You will be selected. Average size surround speaker Large size surround speaker No surround speaker is connected. The output level from the speaker you finish adjusting, press [SETUP]. Speaker settings Speaker setup ("SP SETUP") This sets up the speakers according to the speaker system in STEREO mode, the sound goes directly to front speakers. •...
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... player. Full Auto ("F-AUTO"): The unit detects the digital or analog input signal automatically. Note: • Set Speakers to DVD/6CH IN jacks. INPUT SELECTOR LISTEN MODE SPEAKERS ON/OFF INPUT MODE RECEIVER LISTEN MODE Input source keys Turning on the power œ Turn on the power to the related components. ∑ Press [ RECEIVER] to switch the speaker on . Normally use Full Auto. Digital Manual ("D-MANUAL"): Some discs produce sound skipping even when "FAUTO" is pressed too quickly, sound may not be used. œ Use [INPUT SELECTOR] to change...
... player. Full Auto ("F-AUTO"): The unit detects the digital or analog input signal automatically. Note: • Set Speakers to DVD/6CH IN jacks. INPUT SELECTOR LISTEN MODE SPEAKERS ON/OFF INPUT MODE RECEIVER LISTEN MODE Input source keys Turning on the power œ Turn on the power to the related components. ∑ Press [ RECEIVER] to switch the speaker on . Normally use Full Auto. Digital Manual ("D-MANUAL"): Some discs produce sound skipping even when "FAUTO" is pressed too quickly, sound may not be used. œ Use [INPUT SELECTOR] to change...
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..." • "VIDEO2" • "DVD/6CH" • "AUX" • "AV AUX" When using the remote control unit: Use the Input source keys to select a source. When using the main unit: Use [INPUT SELECTOR] to . See . ∞ Notes: • When the input mode is changed. Listening to a source component VOLUME CONTROL Listening to music with [INPUT SELECTOR]: 1 Tuner (FM/AM broadcast reception) 2 "CD/DVD" 3 "MD/TAPE" 4 "VIDEO1" 5 "VIDEO2" 6 "DVD/6CH" 7 "AUX" • "AV AUX" can be turned off and PURE AUDIO MODE indicator lights up.
..." • "VIDEO2" • "DVD/6CH" • "AUX" • "AV AUX" When using the remote control unit: Use the Input source keys to select a source. When using the main unit: Use [INPUT SELECTOR] to . See . ∞ Notes: • When the input mode is changed. Listening to a source component VOLUME CONTROL Listening to music with [INPUT SELECTOR]: 1 Tuner (FM/AM broadcast reception) 2 "CD/DVD" 3 "MD/TAPE" 4 "VIDEO1" 5 "VIDEO2" 6 "DVD/6CH" 7 "AUX" • "AV AUX" can be turned off and PURE AUDIO MODE indicator lights up.
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... input the proper speaker settings beforehand. Ambience effects Surround modes This unit is equipped with listen modes that allow you 'll hear seamless, natural sound with new depth and detail. The below speaker placements are for 5.1 channel surround sound system which are; • Dolby Digital • Dolby Pro Logic II • DTS • DSP mode • DVD 6-channel Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is fully compatible with virtually no impact on -screen sounds, while twin surround channels (Left Surround...
... input the proper speaker settings beforehand. Ambience effects Surround modes This unit is equipped with listen modes that allow you 'll hear seamless, natural sound with new depth and detail. The below speaker placements are for 5.1 channel surround sound system which are; • Dolby Digital • Dolby Pro Logic II • DTS • DSP mode • DVD 6-channel Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is fully compatible with virtually no impact on -screen sounds, while twin surround channels (Left Surround...
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..., magnificent surround sound with stereo program sources, like equipped with high S/N can reproduce high quality surround sound. The "LFE" indicator lights when the low frequency effects level is digital. These modes are the same as the Dolby Digital 5.1 channels, but it is being input for this unit, you watch a concert or sporting event! Since the source signals are superb. DVD 6-channel mode Using a DVD player or the like CD, television, and FM radio...
..., magnificent surround sound with stereo program sources, like equipped with high S/N can reproduce high quality surround sound. The "LFE" indicator lights when the low frequency effects level is digital. These modes are the same as the Dolby Digital 5.1 channels, but it is being input for this unit, you watch a concert or sporting event! Since the source signals are superb. DVD 6-channel mode Using a DVD player or the like CD, television, and FM radio...
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... sure to use a Dolby Digital compatible source component. • Dolby Digital or DTS signal having more channels than the maximum number of [LISTEN MODE] switches the setting as all the other listen modes) from right to the source being played back. When the Dolby Digital signal is confirmed as Dolby Digital. • To enjoy Dolby Digital surround (as well as listed. When the analog signal or digital signal (except for each input. LISTEN MODE VOLUME CONTROL When "Dolby Digital" is selected...
... sure to use a Dolby Digital compatible source component. • Dolby Digital or DTS signal having more channels than the maximum number of [LISTEN MODE] switches the setting as all the other listen modes) from right to the source being played back. When the Dolby Digital signal is confirmed as Dolby Digital. • To enjoy Dolby Digital surround (as well as listed. When the analog signal or digital signal (except for each input. LISTEN MODE VOLUME CONTROL When "Dolby Digital" is selected...
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... MODE] (the listen mode changes to the "STEREO" mode) to the Instruction manual of the DVD players for the detailed operating instructions. • For the powered subwoofer, you can enjoy surround sound playback. Adjust the speaker level with the controls of the subwoofer using the subwoofer's own volume control. 26 English Refer to output sound from the speakers. Connecting a DVD player which can adjust the volume of the DVD player. INPUT SELECTOR INPUT MODE VOLUME CONTROL VOLUME /o DVD/6CH Preparations • Connect your DVD player to select "6CH INPT". é Start...
... MODE] (the listen mode changes to the "STEREO" mode) to the Instruction manual of the DVD players for the detailed operating instructions. • For the powered subwoofer, you can enjoy surround sound playback. Adjust the speaker level with the controls of the subwoofer using the subwoofer's own volume control. 26 English Refer to output sound from the speakers. Connecting a DVD player which can adjust the volume of the DVD player. INPUT SELECTOR INPUT MODE VOLUME CONTROL VOLUME /o DVD/6CH Preparations • Connect your DVD player to select "6CH INPT". é Start...
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..." setting. • Some Dolby Digital or DTS software may not be compatible with the Midnight mode. 32 English This can make further adjustments to the sound while listening to the properties of each disc. Display Adjustment "C" "RS" "LS" "SW" "INPUT" "NIGHT" "PANORAMA" "DIMENSION" "CENTER WIDTH" Center speaker level *1 Surround right speaker level *1 Surround left speaker level *1 Subwoofer level *1 Input level *2 Midnight mode *3 Panorama mode *4 Dimension *4 Center width *4 Input source name Exit the adjustment mode. SPEAKERS ON/OFF MULTI CONTROL SOUND MULTI CONTROL /O Speaker...
..." setting. • Some Dolby Digital or DTS software may not be compatible with the Midnight mode. 32 English This can make further adjustments to the sound while listening to the properties of each disc. Display Adjustment "C" "RS" "LS" "SW" "INPUT" "NIGHT" "PANORAMA" "DIMENSION" "CENTER WIDTH" Center speaker level *1 Surround right speaker level *1 Surround left speaker level *1 Subwoofer level *1 Input level *2 Midnight mode *3 Panorama mode *4 Dimension *4 Center width *4 Input source name Exit the adjustment mode. SPEAKERS ON/OFF MULTI CONTROL SOUND MULTI CONTROL /O Speaker...
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... other Input source key.) DVD player operation keys You can control Kenwood DVD players directly without using the keys described below when connected to Kenwood DVD player. How to operate the DVD player with the DVD player. PTY AUDIO SUBTITLE DIMMER ACTIVE EQ BASS BOOST TONE SOUND EASY SETUP SETUP DVD TOP MENU ENTER (Cursor ^) o(Cursor ]) (Cursor ,) (Cursor ?) RETURN (Pause) ( Play) (Stop) (Skip) D(Skip) PURE AUDIO LISTEN MODE MODE MULTI CONTROL TOP MENU MENU ENTER RETURN BAND ON SCREEN MUTE TUNER CD/DVD MD/TAPE AV AUX VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD/6CH MENU ON SCREEN...
... other Input source key.) DVD player operation keys You can control Kenwood DVD players directly without using the keys described below when connected to Kenwood DVD player. How to operate the DVD player with the DVD player. PTY AUDIO SUBTITLE DIMMER ACTIVE EQ BASS BOOST TONE SOUND EASY SETUP SETUP DVD TOP MENU ENTER (Cursor ^) o(Cursor ]) (Cursor ,) (Cursor ?) RETURN (Pause) ( Play) (Stop) (Skip) D(Skip) PURE AUDIO LISTEN MODE MODE MULTI CONTROL TOP MENU MENU ENTER RETURN BAND ON SCREEN MUTE TUNER CD/DVD MD/TAPE AV AUX VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 DVD/6CH MENU ON SCREEN...
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... station again. • 36 English Select a surround mode. ∞ The surround and/or center volume controls are set up correctly Set it properly referring to . $ VOLUME is set to a nearby TV set to ON. ) The standby indicator blinks and sound is set . No video output. The surround speaker cords and/or the center speaker cord is connected. Connect it up correctly. The frequency of the speakers. Noise due to the minimum position. Set the SPEAKERS switch to digital manual. The input mode is not output. Install...
... station again. • 36 English Select a surround mode. ∞ The surround and/or center volume controls are set up correctly Set it properly referring to . $ VOLUME is set to a nearby TV set to ON. ) The standby indicator blinks and sound is set . No video output. The surround speaker cords and/or the center speaker cord is connected. Connect it up correctly. The frequency of the speakers. Noise due to the minimum position. Set the SPEAKERS switch to digital manual. The input mode is not output. Install...
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... changed to the operation Press the [CD/DVD] or [DVD/6CH] key to activate the mode for approximately 1 day. • Input selector settings • Volume level • BASS, TREBLE, INPUT level • TONE ON/OFF • ACTIVE EQ mode • Dimmer level • Speaker settings • Sound Adjustment (Input level, Midnight mode, Panorama mode, Dimension mode, Center Width mode) • Listen mode setting • Tuner setting 37 English While holding down [ ] key on the unit, unplug the power cord and plug...
... changed to the operation Press the [CD/DVD] or [DVD/6CH] key to activate the mode for approximately 1 day. • Input selector settings • Volume level • BASS, TREBLE, INPUT level • TONE ON/OFF • ACTIVE EQ mode • Dimmer level • Speaker settings • Sound Adjustment (Input level, Midnight mode, Panorama mode, Dimension mode, Center Width mode) • Listen mode setting • Tuner setting 37 English While holding down [ ] key on the unit, unplug the power cord and plug...
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...; AV AUX 550 mV / 50 kΩ DVD/6CH INPUT 550 mV / 27 kΩ Output level / impedance REC OUT (MD/TAPE, VIDEO 1 550 mV / 470 Ω PRE OUT (SUBWOOFER 1.5 V / 1.5 kΩ Tone control BASS 10 dB (at 100 Hz) TREBLE 10 dB (at 10 kHz) DIGITAL AUDIO section Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz Input level / wave length Optical 15 dBm...
...; AV AUX 550 mV / 50 kΩ DVD/6CH INPUT 550 mV / 27 kΩ Output level / impedance REC OUT (MD/TAPE, VIDEO 1 550 mV / 470 Ω PRE OUT (SUBWOOFER 1.5 V / 1.5 kΩ Tone control BASS 10 dB (at 100 Hz) TREBLE 10 dB (at 10 kHz) DIGITAL AUDIO section Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz Input level / wave length Optical 15 dBm...