Kenwood KDV-C840, KDV-C810, KDV-C830, KDV-C860, KDV-C820 User Manual

KDV-C810

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KDV-C820

DVD/CD-MP3 AUTO CHANGER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KDV-C830 KDV-C840 KDV-C860

This player has been designed to play back the DVD software which has been encoded for specific region areas. It cannot play back the DVD software encoded for other region areas than the region areas for which it has been designed.

Take the time to read through this instruction manual. Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best performance from your new DVD/CD-MP3 auto changer.

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 KENWOOD dealer for information or service on the product. Model KDV-C810 Serial number

Contents

Warning .......................................3

Safety precautions......................4

English

About Discs.................................6

Notes on playing MP3 ................7

Glossary.......................................8

Loading discs ..............................9

Setting the disc Installing the magazine Magazine ejection

Operations of remote control ..10

Loading and Replacing the battery Power / Playing Disc Pausing and Restarting Disc Play (DVD,

VCD, CD-DA) Stopping playback (DVD, VCD, CD-DA) Disc Search Track/Chapter Search Folder Select Mode (MP3) Forward / Reverse Search (DVD, VCD,

CD-DA) Slow playback (DVD, VCD) Frame-by-frame playback (DVD, VCD) Track Scan (VCD, CD-DA) Repeat Play Random Play (VCD, CD-DA, MP3) Direct Disc Search Direct Track/Chapter Search GOTO - Direct Search (DVD, VCD, CD-

DA) Using DVD Menu (DVD)

Using the PBC (VCD) PBC function On/Off (VCD) Switching the Viewing Angle (DVD) Selecting the Sub Title Language (DVD) Selecting the Audio Language (DVD) Switching the Vocal sound (DVD, VCD,

CD-DA) Viewing Zoom (DVD, VCD) Title Information (DVD) Switching the Time display List mode Track List Screen (CD-DA) File List Screen (MP3)

Preferences ...............................19

Setup mode Setting the Priority Language List of language codes Setting the Audio Setting the Screen Mode Setting the Rating Level (parental lock)

Operations of center unit .........25

Playing Disc Pausing and Restarting Disc Play (DVD,

VCD, CD-DA) Fast Forwarding and Reversing (DVD,

VCD, CD-DA) Disc Search Track/Chapter Search Folder Select Mode (MP3) Direct Disc Search (Function of remote) Direct Track/Chapter Search (Function of

remote) Track Scan (VCD, CD-DA) Repeat Play Random Play (VCD, CD-DA, MP3) Magazine Random Play Disc Naming (DNPS)

Accessories ...............................29

Installation Procedure ..............29

Connecting Wires to Terminals 30

Installation ................................33

Troubleshooting Guide .............36

Region codes in the world .......39

Specifications ...........................40

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2Warning

2CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety.

KENWOOD CORPORATION 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN

KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS N0.21 CFR

1040. 10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.

Location : Bottom Panel

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 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.

NOTE

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Safety precautions

2WARNING

To prevent injury or fire, take the

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following precautions:

• When extending the ignition, battery, or ground wires, make sure to use automotivegrade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm (AWG18) or more to prevent wire deterioration and damage to the wire coating.

•To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit.

• If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange smells, turn off the power immediately and consult your Kenwood dealer.

2CAUTION

To prevent damage to the unit, take the following precautions:

• Make sure to ground the unit to a negative 12V DC power supply.

• Do not open the top or bottom covers of the unit.

• Do not install the unit in a spot exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing.

• When replacing a fuse, only use a new one with the prescribed rating. Using a fuse with the wrong rating may cause your unit to malfunction.

•To prevent a short circuit when replacing a fuse, first disconnect the wiring harness.

• Do not use your own screws. Use only the screws provided. If you use the wrong screws, you could damage the unit.

NOTE

• If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.

• The illustrations of the display and the panel appearing in this manual are examples used to explain more clearly how the controls are used. Therefore, what appears on the display in the illustrations may differ from what appears on the display on the actual equipment, and some of the illustrations on the display may represent something impossible in actual operation.

The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas)

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

The label is attached to the chassis/case and says that the component uses laser beams that have been classified as Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker class. There is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

You can enjoy a DVD with this unit alone when connecting it to an external monitor or audio equipment. Also, you can operate this unit connected to a center unit made by Kenwood to output sound. A Kenwood-made center unit that can be connected to this unit is called “Center Unit”.

About a center unit that can be connected to this unit:

If a center unit (such as CD receivers) has capability for “N” of <“O-N” switch>, this unit can be connected to this unit. According to the operating instructions of a center unit, the setting of <“O-N” switch> is “N”. This unit is, however, exclusive to “N”. Therefore, <“O-N” switch> is unnecessary.

If using a separate CD/MD changer switching unit "KCA-S210A", AUX audio input is enabled also on a disc changer control equipped center unit not compatible with "N". In this case, this unit cannot be operated on the center unit.

For connections to this unit, refer to "When your car audio has RCA input" (page 32).

For details of connection, refer to the operating instructions attached to KCA-S210A.

The functions available and/or information displayable may depend on types of units to which you connect.

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Do Not Load 3-in.(8cm) Discs

If you try to load a 3 in.(8cm) Disc with its adapter into the unit, the adapter might separate from the Disc and damage the unit.

Cleaning the Unit

If the front panel is dirty, wipe it clean with a silicon cloth or soft dry cloth with the power off.

Applying spray cleaner directly to the unit may affect its mechanical parts. Wiping the faceplate with a hard cloth or using a volatile liquid such as thinner or alcohol may scratch the surface or erases characters.

Lens Fogging

Right after you turn on the car heater in cold weather, dew or condensation may form on the lens in the Disc player of the unit. Called lens fogging, Discs may be impossible to play. In such a situation, remove the disc and wait for the condensation to evaporate. If the unit still does not operate normally after a while, consult your Kenwood dealer.

The KDV-C810 will playback any disc whose region number is (or ).

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The KDV-C820 will playback any disc whose region number is (or ).

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The KDV-C830 will playback any disc whose region number is (or ).

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The KDV-C840 will playback any disc whose region number is (or ).

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The KDV-C860 will playback any disc whose region number is (or ).

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Restrictions due to difference between discs

Some DVD and VCD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the intentions of the software producers. As this player plays discs according to their intentions, some functions may not work as intended by you. Please be sure to read the instructions provided with each disc. When an inhibition icon is displayed on the monitor, it indicates that the disc being played is under the restriction as described above.

Inhibition icon

Unplayable discs

This player cannot play back any of the following discs.

• DVD-ROM discs

• DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-RAM discs

• SVCD/HQVCD discs

• VSD discs

• CDV discs (Only the audio part can be reproduced.)

• CD-G/CD-EG/CD-EXTRA discs (Only the audio can be reproduced.)

• Photo CD discs (Never attempt to play them.)

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, inc.

About Discs

16:9 LB

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Handling Discs

• Don’t touch the recording surface of the Disc.

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• CD-R and CD-RW are easier to damage than a normal music CD. Use a CD-R or a CD-RW after reading the caution items on the package etc.

• Don’t stick tape etc. on the Disc. Also, don’t use a Disc with tape stuck on it.

When using a new Disc

If the Disc center hole or outside rim has burrs, use it after removing them with a ball pen etc.

Burrs

Disc cleaning

Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.

Removing Discs

When removing Discs from this unit pull them out horizontally.

Discs that can’t be used

• Discs that aren’t round can’t be used.

• Discs with coloring on the recording surface or that are dirty can’t be used.

•A CD-R or CD-RW that hasn’t been finalized can’t be played. (For the finalization process refer to your CD-R/CD-RW writing software, and your CD-R/CD-RW recorder instruction manual.)

Icons on the DVD discs

Indicates the region code where the disc can be played.

Number of voice languages recorded with the audio function. The number in the icon indicates the number of voice languages. (Max. 8 languages)

Number of subtitle languages recorded with the subtitle function. The number in the icon indicates the number of subtitle languages. (Max. 32 languages)

Number of angles provided by the angle function. The number in the icon indicates the number of angles. (Max. 9 angles)

Aspect ratios that can be selected. “LB” stands for Letter Box and “PS” for Pan/Scan. In the example on the left, the 16:9 video can be converted into letter box video.

Disc storage

• Don’t place them in direct sunlight (On the seat or dashboard etc.) and where the temperature is high.

• Store Discs in their cases.

DVD/CD accessories

Don’t use disc type accessories.

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Notes on playing MP3

This unit can play MP3(MPEG1, 2 Audio Layer 3). Note, however, that the MP3 recording media and formats acceptable are limited. When writing MP3, pay attention to the following restrictions.

Acceptable media

The MP3 recording media acceptable to this unit are CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. When using CD-RW, do full format not quick format to prevent malfunction.

Acceptable medium formats

The following formats are available for the media used in this unit. The maximum number of characters used for file name including the delimiter (".") and three-character extension are indicated in parentheses.

• ISO 9660 Level 1 (12 characters)

• ISO 9660 Level 2 (31 characters)

• Joliet (64 characters; up to 19 characters are displayed on this unit) The media reproducible on this unit has the following limitations:

• Maximum number of directory levels: 8

• Maximum number of files per folder: 255

• Maximum number of characters for folder name: 64 (up to 19 characters are displayed on this unit)

• Maximum number of folders: 50

MP3 written in the formats other than the above may not be successfully played and their file names or folder names are not properly displayed.

Settings for your MP3 encoder and CD writer

When you use your CD writer to record MP3 up to the maximum disc capacity, disable additional writing. For recording on an empty disc up to the maximum capacity at once, check Disc at Once.

Entering file and folder names

When entering file and folder names, use the alphanumeric characters described above only. (ASCII code: 0x20 – 0x7f) If you use any other character for entry, the file and folder names are not displayed correctly. They may neither be displayed correctly depending on the CD writer used. The unit recognizes and plays only those MP3 which have the MP3 extension (.MP3).

A file with a name entered with characters not on the code list may not play correctly.

Writing files into a medium

When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the unit checks all the data on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or nonMP3 files, therefore, it takes a long time until the unit starts playing MP3. In addition, it may take time for the unit to move to the next MP3 file or a Track Search or Disc Search may not be performed smoothly.

Loading such a medium may produce loud noise to damage the speakers.

• Do no attempt to play a medium containing a non-MP3 MP3 extension. The unit mistakes non-MP3 the MP3 extension.

• Do not attempt to play a medium containing non MP3.

files for MP3 data as long as they have

file with the

MP3 playing order

When selected for play, Track Search, or for Folder Select, files and folders are accessed in the order in which they were written by the CD writer. Because of this, the order in which they are expected to be played may not match the order in which they are actually played. You may be able to set the order in which MP3 are to be played by writing them onto a medium such as a CD-R with their file names beginning with play sequence numbers such as "01" to "99", depending on your CD writer.

When a Track Search is executed with file ¡$ being played ...

File

Current

file number

Beginning of file

Operation of the button

4 Button

¢ Button

When an Folder select is executed with file ¡$ being played ...

Current

folder number

Operation of the button

DISC– Button DISC+ Button

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Root

Level 1 Level 3

Level 2 Level 4

Folder

Glossary

DVD: Digital Versatile Disc

A type of disc which contains recording of audio/video packaged media with high video and audio quality, such as a movie, featuring large recording capacity and digital signal processing

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capability.

VIDEO CD (VCD)

A type of CD which contains the recording of moving images. It compresses image information by about 1/120 and audio information by about 1/6 and accommodates up to 74 minutes of recording in a disc with the same diameter as ordinary music CD of 12 cm. Some VCDs do not have the P.B.C. compatibility and are capable of playback only, while some are P.B.C.-compatible and are capable of various special playback control operations. This player can play both of these VCDs.

MPEG: Moving Picture Expert Group (DVD, VCD)

This is an international standard for digital video and audio compression and decompression in media.

Dolby Digital

This is a digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. It is compatible with 5.1-channel surround audio as well as normal stereo (2-channel) audio and can accommodate a large amount of audio data efficiently in a disc.

DTS

Name of a digital surround system developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

MENU/TOP MENU (DVD)

Some DVDs display more than one title in a screen. This screen is referred to as the title menu. The DVD menu is the item display (menu screen) for use in setting operations. The DVD menu can be recalled any time during playback to perform settings according to the current software, including the audio switching between Dolby Digital and PCM, switching of language used in the subtitles and spoken voice.

Subtitles (DVD)

Some DVD discs contains the recording of more than one subtitle language. This player allow you to select one of the recorded subtitle languages during playback.

Title number (DVD)

The title is the largest unit of video and audio recorded in a DVD. It usually corresponds to a single movie of video software or an album (sometimes a piece of music) of music software. The numbers assigned to individual titles are referred to as the title numbers.

Chapter number (DVD)

The chapter is a section of video and audio recorded in a DVD. A title is composed of several chapters. The numbers assigned to individual chapters are referred to as the chapter numbers.

Track number (CD, VCD)

A track is also a section of video and audio recorded in a disc. The numbers assigned to individual tracks are referred to as the track numbers. With most of music Discs, a track is assigned to a piece of music. However, with a VCD, the sections of the contents do not always correspond to the assigned tracks. As (special) playback functions such as skipping and programming of ordinary Discs are based on track number data, such playback functions are sometimes impossible with some VCDs.

P.B.C.: Play-Back Control (VCD)

When a VIDEO CD carries “Play Back Control capable” or similar message on the disc or jacket, desired scenes and information can be played back in an interactive manner using a hierarchical structure while viewing the menu screens displayed on the TV screen.

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Loading discs

Setting the disc

1 Make sure the disc magazine is the right way up with the

"DVD"/"disc" logo on the top. Pull the tray out by the projection.

2 Set a disc on the tray with the recording face upward. (The

label face is downward.)

8-cm discs cannot be used. If an 8-cm disc adapter is used, the disc cannot be ejected.

3 Insert the tray into the disc magazine until it locks.

The discs are numbered from the top from 1 to 10.

Installing the magazine

1 Open the DVD/CD changer door.

2 Insert the magazine into the DVD/CD changer until it clicks.

3 Close the DVD/CD changer door.

Magazine ejection

1 Open the DVD/CD changer door. 2 Press the [EJECT] button.

3 Close the DVD/CD changer door.

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POWER

DISC–/DISC+

REW/FF

SCN

REP

RDM

CLEAR

GOTO

[#0]–[#9],[+10]

TOP MENU

ENTER/

RESUME

RETURN

PBC

ANGLE SUB TITLE

AUDIO

VOCAL

ZOOM

TIME

LIST

4/¢

Operations of remote control

: Angle indicator

: Language for subtitle indicator

DISC10 TRACK 99

A–TIME 01:02:15

NAME:AUDIO–CD

: Language for voice indicator

: On Screen Display

OSD

DISC10 TRACK199

A–TIME 01:02:15

NAME:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQ NAME:ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQ

Loading and Replacing the battery

Use two "AAA"-size batteries. Insert the batteries with the + and – poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case.

Joystick

2WARNING

Store unused batteries out of the reach of children. Contact a doctor immediately if the battery is accidentally swallowed.

Do not set the remote on hot places such as above the dashboard.

• When the remote controllable distance becomes short, replace both of the batteries with new ones.

•A portion of the operations may not be possible, depending on the unit that is connected.

Power / Playing Disc

Turning ON the Power

Press the [POWER] button.

Turning OFF the Power

Press the [POWER] button.

You cannot view video pictures whilst the vehicle is moving. To enjoy video pictures, find a safe place to park and engage the parking brake. (Video output for front seats)

It takes time for the unit to check each medium to see if it contains any MP3 file before it starts playing the medium.

Select the source mode of this unit on the center unit to operate this unit linked with the center unit.

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• Before selecting a source of this unit on the center unit – Turn on/off the power on the remote controller.

• After selecting a source of this unit on the center unit – Select the source mode of this unit to turn it on. – Select the other modes to turn off this unit. – Cannot turn off this unit on the remote controller.

Operation after the end of a disc is reached

Playback does not automatically switch to the next disc once the current disc is played to the end. Switch the disc manually.

Disc Operation

DVD, VCD[PBC ON] The operation differs according to the type

VCD[PBC OFF], CD-DA, MP3

of disc. (Generally the menu reappears.) Playback starts from the beginning of the

disc.

Disc Search

Selecting the disc you want to hear.

Press the [DISC–] or [DISC+] button.

Track/Chapter Search

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

Disc Search

DVD Searching for a chapter VCD[PBC ON] Searching for a select VCD[PBC OFF], CD-DA Searching for a track MP3 Searching for a file

Pausing and Restarting Disc Play

Press the [38] button to make the disc pause. Press the [38] button again to start play again.

• The following operation may not be available with certain discs.

• For MP3, Refer to <Folder Select Mode>. (page 11)

Stopping playback

Press the [7] button.

Press the button once during playback stops it and the position where it is stopped is stored in memory.

•Press [38] under this condition to resume the play.

• No operation is possible depending on disks.

• For MP3, Refer to <Folder Select Mode>. (page 11)

Press the [7] button.

Press the button twice to cancel playback.

(DVD, VCD, CD-DA)

Folder Select Mode

Selecting the folder you want to hear.

1 Stopping play and Folder Select mode

Press the [38] or [7] button.

2 Selecting the desired folder

Press the [DISC–] or [DISC+] button.

3 Decide the folder to play

Press the [38] button.

The Folder Select mode releases, and the MP3 in the folder being displayed is played.

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(MP3)

Operations of remote control

Forward / Reverse Search

Forward search

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Press the [FF] button.

Reverse search

Press the [REW] button.

• Each time the button is pressed the Search speed switches as shown below.

Setting Display

2 times "– – – 22" / "33 – – –" 4 times "– – 22 –" / "– 33 – –" 6 times "– 22 – –" / "– – 33 –" 8 times "22 – – –" / "– – – 33"

• Audio output of DVDs and video CDs is disabled during fastforward and fast-rewind. Audio output of audio CDs is disabled at the 8x-speed operation.

Canceling Fast Forwarding / Reversing

Press the [38] button.

(DVD, VCD, CD-DA)

• While a VCD is played with the PBC function disabled, a track change releases the slow playback.

Canceling the slow playback

Press the [38] button.

Frame-by-frame playback

(DVD, VCD)

1 Pausing

Press the [38] button.

2 Frame-by-frame playback

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

Canceling the frame-by-frame playback

Press the [38] button.

Slow playback

(DVD, VCD)

1 Pausing

Press the [38] button.

2 Forward slow playback

Press the [FF] button.

Reverse slow playback

Press the [REW] button.

• Each time the button is pressed the Search speed switches as shown below.

Setting Display

1/6 times "– – 28" / "83 – –" 1/4 times "– 28 –" / "– 83 –" 1/2 times "28 – –" / "– – 83"

• Slow rewinding play is disabled for VCD.

Track Scan

Playing the first part of each song on the disc you are listening to and searching for the song you want to listen to. (VCD: When the PBC function is set to [OFF]. page 14)

(VCD, CD-DA)

1 Start Track Scan

Press the [SCN] button.

"SCAN" is displayed. Scan starts from the first track.

2 Release it when the song you want to listen to is played

Press the [SCN] or [38] button.

Repeat Play

(VCD: When the PBC function is set to [OFF]. page 14)

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