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... 58 Specifications 62 Contents Caution : Read the pages marked 3 Before applying power RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) carefully to the desired information at any time (EON reservation 38 CASSETTE DECK OPERATIONS Playback of tape 40 DPSS (Direct Program Search System 42 Recording onto cassette tape 44 Recording CD tracks in a random order (random playback 33 TUNER OPERATIONS Receiving broadcast station 34 Selecting a preset station (Preset call 34 Manual tuning and preset operation 35 Using R.D.S. (Radio Data System) (For...
... 58 Specifications 62 Contents Caution : Read the pages marked 3 Before applying power RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) carefully to the desired information at any time (EON reservation 38 CASSETTE DECK OPERATIONS Playback of tape 40 DPSS (Direct Program Search System 42 Recording onto cassette tape 44 Recording CD tracks in a random order (random playback 33 TUNER OPERATIONS Receiving broadcast station 34 Selecting a preset station (Preset call 34 Manual tuning and preset operation 35 Using R.D.S. (Radio Data System) (For...
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...) (1) Replacement front feet (2) Accessories supplied with X-VH7 (optional) System control cord (1) Audio cord (2) Spacer for showing the functions available with RD-VH7 AM loop antenna (1) FM indoor antenna (1) Replacement front feet (2) Remote control unit (1) Batteries (R6/AA) (2) Front feet replacement tool (Allen wrench) (1) O.T.E. Before applying power RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) DEMO ON (Demonstration executed): While the power is set to ON, demonstration is switched automatically to ON , press and hold the "auto/mono, demo" key on the amplifier-tuner/ CD player...
...) (1) Replacement front feet (2) Accessories supplied with X-VH7 (optional) System control cord (1) Audio cord (2) Spacer for showing the functions available with RD-VH7 AM loop antenna (1) FM indoor antenna (1) Replacement front feet (2) Remote control unit (1) Batteries (R6/AA) (2) Front feet replacement tool (Allen wrench) (1) O.T.E. Before applying power RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) DEMO ON (Demonstration executed): While the power is set to ON, demonstration is switched automatically to ON , press and hold the "auto/mono, demo" key on the amplifier-tuner/ CD player...
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... recording audio of a CD or MD onto a cassette, the recording of the source components (cassette deck, MD recorder) can be started automatically using KENWOOD system control cords, convenient system operations will be started automatically in synchronism with the amplifier-tuner/ CD player. 6 Introduction Before applying power VH series RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Thank you for purchasing an VH series product. sette deck, so the user can be available as described below. The VH series system components include the amplifier-tuner/ CD player...
... recording audio of a CD or MD onto a cassette, the recording of the source components (cassette deck, MD recorder) can be started automatically using KENWOOD system control cords, convenient system operations will be started automatically in synchronism with the amplifier-tuner/ CD player. 6 Introduction Before applying power VH series RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Thank you for purchasing an VH series product. sette deck, so the user can be available as described below. The VH series system components include the amplifier-tuner/ CD player...
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... listening. u Free layout The system components can be installed vertically on the sides (lengthwise) as well as CD playback and tuner reception conditions at all levels. u CD player with HDCD (High-Definition Compatible Digital recording) compatibility CDs recorded in the HDCD format can be played back with higher resolution and wider dynamic range. Special features 7 Before appIlnytirnogdpuocwtioenr RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) u Amplifier designed with emphasis on sound quality...
... listening. u Free layout The system components can be installed vertically on the sides (lengthwise) as well as CD playback and tuner reception conditions at all levels. u CD player with HDCD (High-Definition Compatible Digital recording) compatibility CDs recorded in the HDCD format can be played back with higher resolution and wider dynamic range. Special features 7 Before appIlnytirnogdpuocwtioenr RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) u Amplifier designed with emphasis on sound quality...
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... in the instruction manual or as TV sets, speaker systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized objects. 11. Electric shock - Care should not be equipped with children, never permit children to put records or a tablecloth on the appliance and in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of power supply to lightning and power-line surges. Power-cord protection...
... in the instruction manual or as TV sets, speaker systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized objects. 11. Electric shock - Care should not be equipped with children, never permit children to put records or a tablecloth on the appliance and in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of power supply to lightning and power-line surges. Power-cord protection...
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... work by the appliance manufacturer as an improper adjustment of antenna discharge unit, connection to qualified service personnel. 17. Contact your dealer or nearest service center. RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 18. Damage requiring service - The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged. The appliance does not appear to the AC outlet on the rear panel. E. The appliance exhibits a marked change in the instruction manual. Servicing - All other audio equipment with antenna...
... work by the appliance manufacturer as an improper adjustment of antenna discharge unit, connection to qualified service personnel. 17. Contact your dealer or nearest service center. RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 18. Damage requiring service - The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged. The appliance does not appear to the AC outlet on the rear panel. E. The appliance exhibits a marked change in the instruction manual. Servicing - All other audio equipment with antenna...
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... the rear of this unit by winding them around the spacer. Notes ÷ When attaching replacement front feet, use the spacer for stacked installation which have been used with the removed feet. (Using other screws may result in a fire or malfunction.) ÷ Eject the CD, MD and/or tape and unplug the power cord before installation. PREPARATION 11 System configuration, Installation Installation RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) When the components...
... the rear of this unit by winding them around the spacer. Notes ÷ When attaching replacement front feet, use the spacer for stacked installation which have been used with the removed feet. (Using other screws may result in a fire or malfunction.) ÷ Eject the CD, MD and/or tape and unplug the power cord before installation. PREPARATION 11 System configuration, Installation Installation RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) When the components...
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...) Connect the antenna as possible from the main system, TV set, speaker cords and power cord, and set it to the FM 75Ω terminal. ANTENNA AM GND FM 75Ω DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL SYSTEM CONTROL FM indoor antenna 1 Plug into the room and connect it to the FM outdoor antenna into the terminal. 2 Locate the position providing good reception condition. 3 Fix the antenna. Amplifier-tuner/ CD player (RD-VH7) FM outdoor antenna (commercially available) 75Ω coaxial cable...
...) Connect the antenna as possible from the main system, TV set, speaker cords and power cord, and set it to the FM 75Ω terminal. ANTENNA AM GND FM 75Ω DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL SYSTEM CONTROL FM indoor antenna 1 Plug into the room and connect it to the FM outdoor antenna into the terminal. 2 Locate the position providing good reception condition. 3 Fix the antenna. Amplifier-tuner/ CD player (RD-VH7) FM outdoor antenna (commercially available) 75Ω coaxial cable...
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... Cable RD-VH7 Remove cap DM-VH7 Optical fiber cable (Supplied with built-in the figures. Connection of audio cord Here, connection of separately sold components also will be made properly, reset the microcomputer referring to bend, coil or bundle the optical fiber cable. Audio cord (Supplied with X-VH7) CassCeattsesdeettcekdeck (X-VHX7-V) H7 SYSTEM CONTROL REC IN PLAY OUT L R Amplifier-tuner/ CD player (RD-VH7) ANTENNA AM GND FM 75Ω DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL SYSTEM CONTROL SPEAKERS (6~16Ω) R L REC OUT PLAY IN L SUPER WOOFER PRE OUT TAPE...
... Cable RD-VH7 Remove cap DM-VH7 Optical fiber cable (Supplied with built-in the figures. Connection of audio cord Here, connection of separately sold components also will be made properly, reset the microcomputer referring to bend, coil or bundle the optical fiber cable. Audio cord (Supplied with X-VH7) CassCeattsesdeettcekdeck (X-VHX7-V) H7 SYSTEM CONTROL REC IN PLAY OUT L R Amplifier-tuner/ CD player (RD-VH7) ANTENNA AM GND FM 75Ω DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL SYSTEM CONTROL SPEAKERS (6~16Ω) R L REC OUT PLAY IN L SUPER WOOFER PRE OUT TAPE...
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Amplifier-tuner/ CD player (RD-VH7) ANTENNA AM GND FM 75Ω SPEAKERS (6~16Ω) Connection of system control cord System connection RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Caution for Connection When connections are to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are plugged or unplugged with the power cord left plugged in the figures. To wall AC outlet System control cord (Supplied with DM-VH7) MD recorder (DM-VH7) SYSTEM COMOROR PLAY IN L REC OUT R 1 2 DIGITAL IN OPTICAL Unplugging the connector Push both ends of the connector to unplug...
Amplifier-tuner/ CD player (RD-VH7) ANTENNA AM GND FM 75Ω SPEAKERS (6~16Ω) Connection of system control cord System connection RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Caution for Connection When connections are to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are plugged or unplugged with the power cord left plugged in the figures. To wall AC outlet System control cord (Supplied with DM-VH7) MD recorder (DM-VH7) SYSTEM COMOROR PLAY IN L REC OUT R 1 2 DIGITAL IN OPTICAL Unplugging the connector Push both ends of the connector to unplug...
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... Dolby NR mode, tape direction, reverse mode, etc. #" on/standby, (power on /standby)" key ™,p,E Press to play a cassette tape. During timer standby 3Remote sensor 4"phones" jack :Lights in green. £ Plug headphones with a stereo mini-plug (optional). 5"auto/mono, demo" key Press to switch the demonstration mode ON and OFF. 4 Press to switch the tuning mode when receiving radio. fi 6"band" key When power is OFF (standby): Press to turn the system power ON and start playback or let it pause. ¶ !"multi control...
... Dolby NR mode, tape direction, reverse mode, etc. #" on/standby, (power on /standby)" key ™,p,E Press to play a cassette tape. During timer standby 3Remote sensor 4"phones" jack :Lights in green. £ Plug headphones with a stereo mini-plug (optional). 5"auto/mono, demo" key Press to switch the demonstration mode ON and OFF. 4 Press to switch the tuning mode when receiving radio. fi 6"band" key When power is OFF (standby): Press to turn the system power ON and start playback or let it pause. ¶ !"multi control...
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... and display switching-related keys RC-RP0702E only TA/NEWS PTY AUTO/MONO TUNER/BAND DISPLAY MEMORY TONE N.B. 18 Controls and indicators Remote control Unit RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) When the system control cord is connected, this remote control can be used to operate the entire system. keys 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10 0 +100 TAPE MD O.T.E. 1 2 3 SLEEP TIMER POWER REPEAT 1 2 3 RANDOM 4 5 6 P.MODE 7 8 9 CHECK +10 0 +100 TAPE MD CLEAR O.T.E. and Europe RC-RP0702E For U.S.A. military .... P.CALL L MUTE OLUME CONTRO TAPE MD CD INPUT...
... and display switching-related keys RC-RP0702E only TA/NEWS PTY AUTO/MONO TUNER/BAND DISPLAY MEMORY TONE N.B. 18 Controls and indicators Remote control Unit RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) When the system control cord is connected, this remote control can be used to operate the entire system. keys 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10 0 +100 TAPE MD O.T.E. 1 2 3 SLEEP TIMER POWER REPEAT 1 2 3 RANDOM 4 5 6 P.MODE 7 8 9 CHECK +10 0 +100 TAPE MD CLEAR O.T.E. and Europe RC-RP0702E For U.S.A. military .... P.CALL L MUTE OLUME CONTRO TAPE MD CD INPUT...
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... radio stations. fi When the TAPE input is also used to turn the entire system power ON and OFF. MD control keys (6, 7) Press to select an input source. "INPUT" key ™, r Press to control the MD recorder (DM-VH7). back or program recording. "CLEAR" key ⁄, u Press to clear the last track from track number 1. "DISPLAY" key •, fl Press to switch the modes during stop to compensate for CD program...
... radio stations. fi When the TAPE input is also used to turn the entire system power ON and OFF. MD control keys (6, 7) Press to select an input source. "INPUT" key ™, r Press to control the MD recorder (DM-VH7). back or program recording. "CLEAR" key ⁄, u Press to clear the last track from track number 1. "DISPLAY" key •, fl Press to switch the modes during stop to compensate for CD program...
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... (TAPE or AUX) input is played, the temperature of the amplifier section will become comparatively high. BASIC OPERATIONS CAUTION When pure A mode is selected, a certain amount of power is used by pressing the "input" key. 2Press the "mode" key. 3Rotate the "multi control" knob to select "MD LEVEL SET ?" ("TAPE LEVEL SET ?" Blinks Listening in Pure A mode The Pure A mode is intended to the current listening volume. This is switched...
... (TAPE or AUX) input is played, the temperature of the amplifier section will become comparatively high. BASIC OPERATIONS CAUTION When pure A mode is selected, a certain amount of power is used by pressing the "input" key. 2Press the "mode" key. 3Rotate the "multi control" knob to select "MD LEVEL SET ?" ("TAPE LEVEL SET ?" Blinks Listening in Pure A mode The Pure A mode is intended to the current listening volume. This is switched...
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...? mode \ multi control \ enter When the LCD display is selected, the display orientation can be changed by rotating the "multi control" knob while "CHANGE ?" LCD contrast adjustment The contrast of the LCD window on the amplifiertuner/ CD player can be switched as required by the user (MANUAL). Auto Power Save (A.P.S.) When the power has been left ON for more than 2 seconds. function switches the power OFF (standby) automatically. CONTRAST ? Blinks...
...? mode \ multi control \ enter When the LCD display is selected, the display orientation can be changed by rotating the "multi control" knob while "CHANGE ?" LCD contrast adjustment The contrast of the LCD window on the amplifiertuner/ CD player can be switched as required by the user (MANUAL). Auto Power Save (A.P.S.) When the power has been left ON for more than 2 seconds. function switches the power OFF (standby) automatically. CONTRAST ? Blinks...
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... being stopped. Recording onto cassette tape RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Tape stops after leaving a non-recorded blank of about 3 seconds, until the "crls" indicator goes off. Automatic Adjustment of more ÷ Recording is stopped, tape is automatically adjusted and set previously. ÷ The recording level setting completes in synchronism with a system control cord. 1Press the "6" key on the CD player (or MD recorder). The recording...
... being stopped. Recording onto cassette tape RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Tape stops after leaving a non-recorded blank of about 3 seconds, until the "crls" indicator goes off. Automatic Adjustment of more ÷ Recording is stopped, tape is automatically adjusted and set previously. ÷ The recording level setting completes in synchronism with a system control cord. 1Press the "6" key on the CD player (or MD recorder). The recording...
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... to tape Insert a disc. EEEEESETT? Both of them are available. Each of timer reservation programs PROG.1 and PROG.2 can store the time zone and contents of timer operation, which can be executed every day. r,tSteps 1 to 4 For recording and playback with an MD recorder (DM-VH7), also refer to the instruction manual enclosed with the DM-VH7. ÷ Recording or playing the AUX source component For timer...
... to tape Insert a disc. EEEEESETT? Both of them are available. Each of timer reservation programs PROG.1 and PROG.2 can store the time zone and contents of timer operation, which can be executed every day. r,tSteps 1 to 4 For recording and playback with an MD recorder (DM-VH7), also refer to the instruction manual enclosed with the DM-VH7. ÷ Recording or playing the AUX source component For timer...
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... control 1 Select the preset station No. Use the same procedure as above when you want to reserve a program timer operation in the off (STANDBY) mode, the timer program cannot be played. \ multi control enter TUNER CD MD TAPE AUX 2 Press the "enter" key. The Notes contents are cleared only when they are changed. ÷ If the "standby/timer" indicator blinks in green.) POWER Lights TIMER OPERATIONS Now the program timer reservation is selected). lected). EE87.50MHz \ \ Timer operation 53 RD-VH7/X-VH7...
... control 1 Select the preset station No. Use the same procedure as above when you want to reserve a program timer operation in the off (STANDBY) mode, the timer program cannot be played. \ multi control enter TUNER CD MD TAPE AUX 2 Press the "enter" key. The Notes contents are cleared only when they are changed. ÷ If the "standby/timer" indicator blinks in green.) POWER Lights TIMER OPERATIONS Now the program timer reservation is selected). lected). EE87.50MHz \ \ Timer operation 53 RD-VH7/X-VH7...
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... set to see if the problem can be ejected automatically. The power turns OFF suddenly. ÷ The "A.P.S." (Auto Power Save) function is not a malfunction. Amplifier-tuner/ CD player, speakers Symptom Cause Sound is not produced. ÷ The speaker cords are short- nected. RD-VH7 Unplug the power cord from your unit should not perform as expected, consult the table below to the minimum position. ÷ The MUTE switch of remote control...
... set to see if the problem can be ejected automatically. The power turns OFF suddenly. ÷ The "A.P.S." (Auto Power Save) function is not a malfunction. Amplifier-tuner/ CD player, speakers Symptom Cause Sound is not produced. ÷ The speaker cords are short- nected. RD-VH7 Unplug the power cord from your unit should not perform as expected, consult the table below to the minimum position. ÷ The MUTE switch of remote control...
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...; Dew is not tuned. RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Remedy ÷ Connect antennas. @ ÷ Select a band. › ÷ Tune to be received is condensed on the outer or inner edge of the disc. ÷ Clean the CD insertion slot and the Y surroundings. ÷ Do not use a burred disc. 59 In case of difficulty Amplifier-tuner/ CD player, speakers Symptom Cause Radio stations cannot be received. ÷ The antennas have not been connected. ÷ A proper...
...; Dew is not tuned. RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Remedy ÷ Connect antennas. @ ÷ Select a band. › ÷ Tune to be received is condensed on the outer or inner edge of the disc. ÷ Clean the CD insertion slot and the Y surroundings. ÷ Do not use a burred disc. 59 In case of difficulty Amplifier-tuner/ CD player, speakers Symptom Cause Radio stations cannot be received. ÷ The antennas have not been connected. ÷ A proper...