Kenwood NV-701, NV-301 User Manual
COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM
NV-SERIES
NV-701/NV-301
INSTR UCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed above.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country
and sales area.
B60-4755-00 (EN)
Before applying power
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Units are designed for operation as follows.
U.S.A. and Canada ............................................ AC 120 V only
Australia ............................................................. AC 240 V only
For the United Kingdom
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Europe and U.K. ................................................. AC 230 V only
China.................................................................... AC 220 V only
*Other countries...........AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
Factory fitted moulded mains plug
1.The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use
only a 13-Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse.
2.The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse
in the moulded plug.
3.Do not cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the
plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home
or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain
an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adapter,
or consult your dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse
and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible
shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains
supply.
Preparation section
IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are colored in
accordance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a threepin plug.
Safety precautions
*AC voltage selection (For U.S. military and other
selected regions)
The AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel is set to
the voltage that prevails in the area to which the unit is
shipped. Before connecting the power cord to your AC
outlet, make sure that the setting position of this switch
matches your line voltage. If not, it must be set to your
voltage in accordance with the following direction.
AC voltage selector switch
Move switch lever to match your line voltage with a
small screwdriver or other pointed tool.
AC 220–240V
AC 220–240V
AC 110–120V
AC 110–120V
Note:
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by
excessive line voltage due to improper setting of the AC
voltage selector switch.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS
INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE”
WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The marking is located on the rear panel 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.
Contents
Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation.
Before applying power
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Preparation section
Before applying power ............................... 2
Safety precautions ...................................... 2
Special features ................................................ 4
System connection............................................ 5
Accessories ........................................................................5
Connection of the system accessories.......................... 5
Connection with other components (optional or
commercially-available equipment) ........................8
Controls and indicators .................................. 11
Main unit............................................................................11
Display ...............................................................................13
Remote control unit (RC-NV301 / RC-NV301E) ............14
Remote control unit (RC-NV701 / RC-NV701E) ............15
Operation of the remote control unit............ 17
Operation of the MULTI CONTROL
setting mode ................................................ 18
Clock adjustment............................................. 19
Setting up for surround sound
(NV-701 only)................................................ 20
Setting the configuration of the speaker system.......20
Setting speaker distances and system
volume levels ..............................................................21
Setting the audio for connected
components (NV-701 only) ........................ 23
Basic section
Let’s have sound .............................................. 24
Basic operation ................................................................24
CD Playback ......................................................................26
Tape playback...................................................................28
Receiving broadcast stations ........................................31
CHANNEL SPACE setting (Except for the U.S.A.,
Canada, U.K., Europe, and Australia) .....................33
Let's record....................................................... 34
Recording onto a tape .....................................................34
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Application section
Special playback options for CD .................. 37
Listening in the desired sequence
(program playback)....................................................37
Repeated playback ..........................................................39
Random playback.............................................................41
R.D.S. (Radio Data System) (For U.K. and
Europe).......................................................... 42
Searching for a desired program type (PTY search)
(For U.K. and Europe) .................................................43
Convenient CD recording ............................... 45
Selection of a recording type ........................................45
Recording only the desired track (CD ONE
TRACK RECORDING) ..................................................46
Recording an entire CD (CD DIRECT RECORDING) ....47
Recording programmed tracks (CD PROGRAM
RECORDING) ................................................................48
Recording digital sound tracks (DIGITAL
SOURCE RECORDING) (NV-701 only) ....................49
Effective sound adjustment ........................... 50
Balance adjustment.........................................................50
Input level adjustment ....................................................51
Listening to music with the desired sound
(NV-701 only) ...............................................................52
Surround modes ...............................................................52
Surround play (NV-701 only) ..........................................54
Subwoofer level adjustment (NV-701 only) ...............55
Remote operation of other components (NV-
701 only)........................................................ 56
Setting up the remote control unit......................................56
Key functions when operating other components ..........57
Timer operation................................................ 59
Sleep timer ........................................................................59
Timer programming..........................................................60
Knowledge section
Important Items................................................ 63
Setup Codes (RC-NV701).................................................63
Setup Codes (RC-NV701E) ..............................................64
Maintenance .....................................................................65
Reference .......................................................................... 65
Handling of discs and tapes .......................... 66
In case of difficulty ......................................... 67
Specifications.................................................. 71
Preparation section
Basic section
Application section
Knowledge section
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Special features
Simple operation of numerous unit functions using MULTI CONTROL setting mode
The MULTI CONTROL setting mode gives you control of a number of unit operations including CD program
playback and timer programming while using an easy to use menu format.
3-Disc carousel CD player
Three discs can be set. You can enjoy listening to your CDs with program playback, repeat playback,
random playback, etc.
Convenient timer functions
Timer programming : Timer playback, AI timer playback, and timer recording can be set.
÷ AI timer playback : When the unit is turned ON by the timer, the sound level
increases gradually.
Sleep timer : Useful when you want to fall asleep while listening to music.
Auto power save
When the power is ON and neither recording nor playback occurs for 30 minutes or more, the power is
switched to standby mode automatically.
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CD text information display (CD TEXT compatibility)
The text information (disc title and track titles) recorded on CDs can be displayed.
True home theater sound (NV-701 only)
Internal multichannel audio decoding
This unit incorporates internal Dolby Digital and DTS decoding. By connecting a commercially available
DVD player to this unit, you can enjoy cinematic quality 5.1-channel surround sound when playing back
media encoded in Dolby Digital and DTS formats. This unit’s CD player is also compatible with playback
of DTS CDs.
Discreet 6-channel input capability
This unit features discreet 6-channel input for connection to a DVD player or an external decoder. This
feature allows the flexibility for connection to an external digital audio decoder of a current or future
digital audio format.
Remote operation of other components (NV-701 only)
The remote control unit is programmed with the control codes of a number of manufacturers so you can
operate the other components in your system.
Discs which can be played with this unit
CD (12 cm, 8 cm), and the audio part of CDV, CD-G, CD-EG and CD-EXTRA.
Use discs that comply with the IEC standard, for example a disc carrying the
COMPACTCOMPACT
marking on the label surface.
DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO
Demonstration
When the power supply is restored after a power failure or the power cord is unplugged and then plugged in again
during use, this unit automatically starts the demonstration function (display only). During the demonstration, the
display changes in sequence but the sound mode does not change.
MENU
DEMO
To switch the demonstration on and off :
Turn the unit to the standby mode and press the MENU(DEMO) key.
Each press of the key switches the demonstration on and off.
System connection
Accessories
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FM indoor antenna
(1)
Speaker cords
NV-301 (2)
NV-701 (6)
AM loop antenna
(1)
Batteries (R6/AA)
(2)
Remote control unit
RC-NV301
RC-NV301E
(For NV-301)
AC plug adaptor (1)
(1)
RC-NV701
RC-NV701E
(For NV-701)
Use to adapt the plug on the power
cord to the shape of the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where
(Speaker cords are provided in
the speaker package. Be sure to
check that the correct lengths
have been provided.)
use is necessary.)
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost.
Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer
immediately. If your unit was shipped to you directly, notify the shipping company without delay. Only the consignee (the
person or company receiving the unit) can file a claim against the carrier for shipping damage.
We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
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When unpacking the main unit
Plastic protective adhesives have been applied to the front panel of the main unit to prevent minor scratches to the front panel during shipping. Please
remove these adhesives before using this unit.
Connection of the system accessories
CAUTION
Connect the components as shown in the diagrams. Do not plug the power cord into a power outlet until connections
are complete. The rear panel configuration varies depending on the models (countries or area).
The accessory antenna is for temporary indoor use
only. For stable signal reception we recommend
using an outdoor antenna. Remove the indoor
antenna if you connect one outdoors.
1 Connect to the antenna terminal.
2 Locate a position providing good reception.
3 Fix the antenna in place.
Note on Connection
FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna
The supplied antenna is for indoor use. Place it
as far as possible from the main unit, TV sets,
speaker cords, and the power cord, and set it in
the direction that provides the best reception.
AM
GND
AM
Assemble
GND
FM
75
12
FM
75
3
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System connection
Connecting the speakers
When connecting the speakers, be sure to keep in mind the following points regarding speaker connection.
÷ Never short-circuit the “+” and “–” speaker cords.
÷ If the left and right speaker connections or the “+” and “–” polarity are inverted, the sound will be unnatural with unclear
positioning of musical instruments, etc. Be sure to connect the transparent cord and striped cord of the speaker cable to
the matching terminals on the speakers and the main unit.
÷ (NV-701 only) When all connections are complete, be sure to perform the “Setting up for surround sound”
operations to ensure the best possible surround sound from your system. )
123 4
Twist
12 3 4
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Twist
Front speakers (NV-301 only)
Speaker (right) Speaker (left)
–+ –+
Main Unit
Speaker Unit
Surround speaker system (NV-701 only)
Speaker cords are supplied with this unit. Use the 2 m (6
ft.) speaker cords for the front and center speakers, the 8
m (26 ft.) speaker cords for the surround speakers, and the
3 m (10 ft.) speaker cord for the subwoofer.
Be sure to match the colored terminals on the speakers
with the similarly labeled terminals on the main unit as
follows:
Front Right speaker: RED
Front Left speaker: BLUE
Center speaker: GREEN
Surround Right speaker: ORANGE
Surround Left speaker: GRAY
Subwoofer: BROWN
Front Speakers
(Right) (Left)
Center
Speaker
Speaker cord
SPEAKERS
(6 – 16 )
R
+
–
+
–
R
GREEN
REDLBLUE
L
CENTER
FRONT
+
–
RL
ORANGE
SURROUND
(Right) (Left)
Surround Speakers
GRAY
BROWN
SUBWOOFER
Subwoofer
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Speaker placement in a multichannel home theater
setup
Center
speaker
Subwoofer
Front speaker
Surround speaker
Front speakers: Place to the front left and right of the
listening position at equal distances from both the unit and
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 more natural sound motion.
Surround (rear) speakers: Place to the direct left and
right, or slightly behind, the listening position at even
heights approximately 1 meter (3.5 ft.) above the ears of
the listeners. These speakers recreate rear sound motion
and atmosphere, and are required for surround playback.
Subwoofer: Reproduces deep bass and other low frequency sounds.
CAUTION
(For U.S.A., U.S.-Military and Canada)
Be sure to adhere to the following or proper ventilation
will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard.
÷ Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation onto
the top of this unit.
Speaker and TV installation
The magnet in the speakers may cause color irregularity
if set on the TV. If this occurs, place the speaker farther
away from the TV set.
Malfunction of the microcomputer
If operation is not possible or an erroneous display
appears even though all connections have been made
properly, reset the microcomputer. Refer to “In case of
difficulty”. ¨
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By performing the “Surround Options” setup operations,
this unit makes automatic adjustments to account for the
way the speakers have been set up in order to deliver the
best possible surround sound. )
1.Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If connections are not secure, the sound may not be
Notes
Notes
produced or noise may interfere.
2.Before plugging or unplugging a connection cord, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC
outlet. If connection cords are plugged or unplugged with the power cord left plugged in, malfunction
or damage may result.
CAUTION
Be sure to adhere to the following or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard.
• Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation onto the top of unit.
• Do not place a speaker or any other object next to the ventilation holes on the left side of the main unit. For proper
ventilation, be sure to provide sufficient space on the left side of the main unit.
• 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
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System connection
Connection with other components
CAUTION
Note on Connection
(optional or commercially-available equipment)
Connect the components as shown in the diagrams. Do not plug the power cord into a power outlet until connections
are complete. The rear panel configuration varies depending on the models (countries or area).
When an external system component is connected, please read the instruction manual of the component
Note
Note
as well.
MD recorder, DVD player, VCR, or analog turnable (NV-301 only)
DVD player/VCR/analog
turntable (P-110/optional)
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Audio output
MD/DVD
L
R
OPTICAL
OUT
MD recorder
Audio output Digital input
Optical-fiber cable
When making connections
÷ Make connections to the MD/DVD jacks using a commercially available audio cable.
÷ Be sure to match the colors of the plugs with the colors of the jacks for correct right (red) and left (white) channel
matching.
÷ Make connections to the OPTICAL OUT optical jack using a commercially available digital optical cable to an MD
recorder or other digital recording device for digital recording of CDs played on this unit.
Subwoofer (NV-301 only)
Connect a subwoofer (optional) for powerful low
frequency sounds.
SUPER
WOOFER
PRE OUT
MD/DVD
L
R
Lead the 75Ω coaxial cable connected to the FM outdoor
antenna into the room and connect it to the FM 75Ω
terminal.
AM
GND
FM
75
FM outdoor antenna
Use a commercially-available antenna
adapter (a small-sized model).
System connection
VCR, MD/CD recorder, or analog turntable (NV-701 only)
The VIDEO 1 jacks can be used for connection of a VCR or similar component that features audio and video input
and output capability.
Video outputVideo input
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For VIDEO 1
digital audio
input
DIGITAL
VIDEO 1
COAX. IN
VIDEO 2
OPT. IN
1
2
PLAY IN
MONITOR
OUT
PLAY IN
AUDIO–VIDEO 1VIDEO
REC OUT
Audio input
Audio output
VCR
TV
For digital audio
output of CDs
CD
OPT. OUT
When making connections to a VCR:
÷ For complete video connection, use commercially available video cables to make connections from the video output
jack on the VCR to the VIDEO 1 PLAY IN jack, from the video input jack on the VCR to the VIDEO 1 output jack (located
above the MONITOR OUT jack), and from the VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack to a TV or monitor.
÷ Make audio connections from the audio output jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO – VIDEO 1 PLAY IN jacks and from the
audio input jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO – VIDEO 1 REC OUT jacks using commercially available audio cables.
÷ Be sure to match the colors of the plugs with the colors of the jacks for correct right (red) and left (white) channel
matching.
÷ For greatly improved sound, make connections to the DIGITAL VIDEO 1 COAX. IN jack using a commercially available
coaxial cable if the component you are making connections to features digital audio output from a coaxial jack.
When making connections to an MD or CD recorder:
÷ Make audio connections from the audio output jacks on the MD or CD recorder to the AUDIO – VIDEO 1 PLAY IN
jacks and from the audio input jacks on the MD or CD recorder to the AUDIO – VIDEO 1 REC OUT jacks using
commercially available audio cables.
÷ Do not make any connections to the VIDEO 1 PLAY IN and output jacks.
÷ If digital connections are made to the DIGITAL VIDEO 1 COAX. IN jack, it is also recommended to make connections
to the analog AUDIO – VIDEO 1 PLAY IN jacks.
÷ Make connections from the DIGITAL CD OPT. OUT jack to the corresponding input jack on the MD or CD recorder for
digital recording of CDs played on this unit.
To video input of TV
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System connection
DVD player (NV-701 only)
The VIDEO 2 jacks can be used for connection of a DVD player or similar component that features audio and/or
video output capability.
Optical-fiber cable
Digital output
DVD player
Video output
Audio output
DIGITAL
VIDEO 1
COAX. IN
VIDEO 2
OPT. IN
(FRONT)
Audio output
(SURROUND)
CENTER
1
2
PLAY IN
VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
PLAY IN REC OUT
AUDIO–VIDEO 1
SUBWOOFER
FRONT
AUDIO–VIDEO2 / 6 CH INPUT
L
R
SURROUND
Audio output
(CENTER/
SUBWOOFER)
TV
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For digital audio
output of CDs
CD
OPT. OUT
When making audio connections to a DVD player or similar component:
÷ For complete video connection, use commercially available video cables to make connections from the video output jack on
the DVD player to the VIDEO 2 PLAY IN jack, and from the VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack to a TV or monitor.
÷ When making analog connections from a DVD player that only features right and left channel stereo output, make
connections to the AUDIO – VIDEO 2/6 CH INPUT FRONT R and L jacks respectively. When making this type of
connection, do not make connections to the CENTER, SUBWOOFER, or SURROUND R/L jacks.
÷ When you are making connections from a DVD player that features internal decoding or when the digital signal is
routed through a decoder for full 6 channel discreet audio output, make connections from the output jacks on the DVD
player or decoder to the corresponding AUDIO – VIDEO 2/6 CH INPUT jacks .
÷ For greatly improved sound, make connections to the DIGITAL VIDEO 2 OPT. IN jack using a commercially available
optical-fiber cable.
÷ If digital connections are made to the DIGITAL VIDEO 2 OPT. IN jack, it is also recommended to make connections to
the appropriate analog AUDIO – VIDEO 2/6 CH INPUT jacks.
To video input of TV
About the DIGITAL jacks on this unit
When using the DIGITAL OPT. (optical) jacks, remove
the cap and plug in the optical-fiber cable.
Optical-fiber cable
÷ Insert the optical-fiber cable straight into the
connector until it clicks.
÷ Be sure to attach the protection cap when the
connector is not used.
÷ Never bend or bundle up the optical-fiber cable.
CD
OPT. OUT
Cap
(NV-701 only) When using the DIGITAL VIDEO 1
COAX. IN jack, insert the coaxial cable firmly into the
jack.
DIGITAL
VIDEO 1
COAX. IN
Coaxial audio cable
Controls and indicators
Main unit
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Preparation section
HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM
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MULTI CONTROL
O
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SET ENTER
MENU
DEMO
STANDBY
CD
BAND
TUNER
TAPE
MD/DVD
changer
ON/STANDBY
DISC SKIP
OPEN/CLOSE
PHONES
STANDBY
POWER
VIDEO/6ch IN
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Controls and indicators
1 Display #
2 TAPE (™ £) key •
Press to select the cassette deck and start playback.
3 TUNER (BAND) key ⁄
Press to select the tuner and switch the receiving band.
4 CD (6) key §
Press to select the CD input and start playback.
5 VOLUME CONTROL knob ¢
Use to adjust the volume.
6 SET (÷) key *fi
Press to set items when using the MULTI CONTROL
setting mode.
When the TAPE input is selected, press to start
recording. Pressing this key while recording stops it
after creating a non-recorded space (blank) of about 4
seconds.
7 MULTI CONTROL (4/¢) keys
*¶ª⁄
Use these keys to select optimum modes according to
the desired operations.
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When the CD input is selected, these keys are used to
skip tracks.
When the TUNER input is selected, these keys are used
to select a station.
When the TAPE input is selected, these keys are used
to fast forward or rewind the tape.
8 ENTER key *
Press to enter settings and perform functions when
using the MULTI CONTROL setting mode.
When power is in the standby mode:
Used for displaying the time. (If this key is pressed
while a timer operation is set, the timer icon and the
timer reservation setting mode appear in the display,
then the display returns to the previous condition.)
9 7 (stop) key ¶ª
Operation key for the CD player and cassette deck.
0 MENU (DEMO) key 4*
Switches the displayed information. Press to switch
the MULTI CONTROL setting mode on and off.
When power is in the standby mode:
Use to turn the demonstration on and off.
! (ON/STANDBY) key ¢
(POWER) key (For U.S.A.)
Press to turn the power ON and put in STANDBY.
STANDBY indicator
The indicator lights up when the power is set to the
standby mode.
@ DISC SKIP key §¶
The disc for playback (or recording) is selected. This is
also used to rotate the disc tray when loading CDs onto
the disc tray.
# OPEN/CLOSE (0) key §
The disc tray is opened and closed.
$ PHONES jack ¢
For connection of headphones (optional).
% MD/DVD key (NV-301 only) ¢
Press to select input from the component connected to
the MD/DVD jacks on the rear panel.
VIDEO/6ch IN key (NV-701 only)
Press to switch between selection of the components
connected to the VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 related jacks on
the rear panel.
^ Disc tray §
Three discs can be stored.
& Cassette holder •
Press PUSH OPEN to load or remove a tape.
Controls and indicators
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Display
The displays given in this manual are approximations only. They may differ from what
actually appears on the display.
1 CD player indicators
Indicate which disc trays contain discs, which disc is
currently selected as well as play and pause
indications.
2 MENU indicator
The unit is in the MULTI CONTROL setting mode.
3 CD playback mode indicators
ALL: ALL disc playback is selected.
DISC: Single disc playback is selected.
REPEAT: Repeat playback is being performed.
PGM: Program playback is being performed.
RANDOM: Random playback is being performed.
4 Audio input selection indicators (NV-701 only)
DOWNMIX: A multichannel audio source is being
downmixed for stereo output.
DIGITAL: The digital audio input from a connected
component is selected.
A.SOUND: The audio signal format from a
connected component is automatically selected.
5 Sound mode indicators
The following indicators light for NV-301 only
BASS: The bass is being emphasized using the
Exbass function.
The following indicators light for NV-701 only
VIRTUAL: The Virtual surround mode is
selected.
DOLBY DIGITAL: Dolby Digital processing is
selected.
3 STEREO: The 3 STEREO surround mode is
selected.
DTS: DTS processing is selected.
DSP: One of this unit's DSP modes is selected.
PRO LOGIC: A Dolby Pro Logic source is being
played back.
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6 Cassette deck-related indicators
Indicate the play/record status, the reverse mode, the
tape playback direction, and whether Dolby NR (noise
reduction) is being used.
7 Multichannel audio indicators (NV-701 only)
Indicate the active audio channels present in a
source or the type of playback being performed.
L: Front left channel
C: Center surround channel
R: Front right channel
LFE: Low Frequency Effects (included in 5.1 channel
sound tracks)
SW: Subwoofer channel
LS: Left surround channel
S: Monaural rear surround channel
RS: Right surround channel
8 Character information display
Displays the MULTI CONTROL setting items, input
selection, tuner frequency, volume level, etc.
9 Tuner broadcast indicators
Depending on the region, not all indicators appear.
STEREO: The broadcast is being received in stereo.
TUNED: A station has been preset in memory.
AUTO: Automatic preset tuning is being performed.
RDS: (For U.K. and Europe) A station that features
RDS functions is tuned.
0 Tuner band indicators
Indicates the currently selected broadcast band.
Depending on the region, not all band indicators
appear.
! Timer indicators
Indicate a timer reservation has been set.
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Controls and indicators
Remote control unit (RC-NV301 / RC-NV301E)
The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on the main unit have the same function as the
keys on the main unit.
4 BACK key *
Press in the MULTI CONTROL setting mode to
return to a previous step.
POWER
DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3
CD
TUNER/BAND
TAPE
MD/DVD
MENU
ENTERSETBACK
RANDOM
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1
23
456
789
0 +10
DISC SKIP
MULTI CONTROL
P.CALL
AUTO
TUNING
TIME DISP. TEXT DISP. EX.BASS
REPEAT
TIMERSLEEP
MUTE
VOLUME
TIME DISP. TEXT DISP. EX.BASS
PTY
RDS DISP.
1 DISC SELECTOR keys §¶
Use to select the disc for playback (or recording).
2 Numeric keys ¶
Used as number keys when the input is CD or TUNER.
3 MULTI CONTROL keys *¶ª⁄
P.CALL 4/¢ (skip) keys ¶⁄
DISC SKIP key §¶
7/AUTO key ¶ª⁄
When the CD or TAPE input is selected, press to stop
playback.
When the TUNER input is selected, press to select
automatic tuning.
5 TUNING (1/¡) keys ¶¤
When the CD input is selected, press to fast
forward or backward the disc.
When the TUNER input is selected, press to tune in
a station.
6 TIME DISP. key ¶
Press to switch the time information on the CD player
unit.
PTY key (For U.K. and Europe) e
This is used to specify the program type when searching
for a station.
7 TEXT DISP. key t
Press to switch the text information recorded in a CD
TEXT disc.
RDS DISP. key (For U.K. and Europe) w
The display contents are switched during reception of
RDS broadcasts.
8 SLEEP key O
Press to set the sleep timer.
9 TIMER key P
Press to set the timer programming mode.
0 MUTE key ∞
This is used to mute the sound temporarily.
! POWER ( ) key ¢
@ CD (6) key §
# TUNER/BAND key ⁄
$ TAPE (™ £) key •
% MD/DVD key ¢
^ MENU key *
& ENTER key *
* SET key *›
( EX.BASS key ∞
Press to enhance the bass during audio playback.
) RANDOM key q
For CD playback, switching is executed between random
playback and normal playback.
¡ REPEAT key ·
Used for repeated playback of a CD.
™ VOLUME keys ¢
Use to adjust the volume.
Controls and indicators
Remote control unit (RC-NV701 / RC-NV701E)
The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on the main unit have the same function as the keys
on the main unit.
Functions listed in brackets [ ] can be set up to be used with the components you have connected to this unit.
For more details, see “Remote operation of other components”
1 DISC SELECTOR keys §¶
Use to select the disc for playback (or recording).
[INPUT SEL]
Use to select/change the input on a TV, VCR, etc.
[TV SEL/TITLE]
Use to change the TV to the TV mode. Use to
display the title menu when controlling a DVD
player.
[QUIT]
Use to quit operation of a TV, VCR, DVD player, CD
recorder, etc.
2 Numeric keys ¶
Used as number keys when the input is CD or TUNER.
[Numeric keys]
Use to enter numbers for use with a TV, VCR, DVD
player, CD recorder, etc.
3 MULTI CONTROL keys *¶ª⁄
P.CALL 4/¢ (skip) keys ¶⁄
[Skip tracks/ 2/3 cursor control ]
Use to skip through tracks on a CD recorder or navigate
right and left on a DVD player menu screen.
DISC SKIP key §¶
[CD-R/5 cursor control]
Use to select the CDR functions of a CD recorder or
navigate up on a DVD player menu screen.
BACK key *
Press in the MULTI CONTROL setting mode to return
to a previous step.
[CD/∞ cursor control]
Use to select the CD functions of a CD recorder or
navigate down on a DVD player menu screen.
4 SETUP key Y
Press to set up the remote control unit to control other
components.
[OSD]
Use to open the setup menu of a DVD player, etc.
5 [TV, VCR, DVD, CD-R source power keys]Y
Use to switch the power of your other components
on and off. There are separate keys that can be set
up for control of each component.
[CABLE power key] (For U.S.A.)
Use to switch the cable box on and off.
6 TIME DISP. key ¶
Press to switch the time information on the CD player
unit.
PTY key (For U.K. and Europe) e
This is used to specify the program type when searching
for a station.
INPUT SEL. TV SEL./TITLE
DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3
1
456
789
0 +10
POWER
TV
VCR
TIME DISP.
DVD
CABLE
CD-R
MUTE
TIME DISP.
DVD
CD-R
QUIT
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MENU
DISC SKIP
MULTI CONTROL
P.CALL
BACK
OSD
RETURN
SETUP SET ENTER
TUNING AUTO
TEXT DISP.
REPEAT
CHANNEL
VOLUME
RDS DISP.
PTY
TEXT DISP.
REPEAT
TIMER
CHANNEL
POWER
CD
TUNER/BAND
TAPE
VIDEO/6chIN
CD-R
CD
LSTN M.
RANDOM
LSTN M.
RANDOM
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Controls and indicators
7 MUTE key ∞
This is used to mute the sound temporarily.
8 POWER ( ) key ¢
9 CD (6) key §
0 TUNER/BAND key ⁄
! TAPE (™ £) key •
@ MENU key *
[MENU]
Use to display the menu screen when using a DVD
player, etc.
# VIDEO/6ch IN key ¢
$ SET key *fi
[RETURN]
Use to return to a previous screen on DVD player
menu screen.
% ENTER key *
[ENTER/Play]
Use to enter settings in a TV or DVD player, etc., or
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also start playback of a VCR, CD recorder, etc.
^ TUNING (1/¡) keys ¶¤
When the CD input is selected, press to fast
forward or backward the disc.
When the TUNER input is selected, press to tune in
a station.
[Fast forward and reverse]
Use to perform fast forward and reverse scanning
with a VCR, DVD player, or CD recorder.
& AUTO (7) key ¶ª⁄
When the CD or TAPE input is selected, press to stop
playback.
When the TUNER input is selected, press to select
automatic preset tuning.
[Stop]
Use to stop playback of a VCR, DVD player, or CD
recorder.
* TEXT DISP. key t
Press to switch the text information recorded in a CD
TEXT disc.
RDS DISP. key (For U.K. and Europe) w
The display contents are switched during reception of
RDS broadcasts.
[3] (play)
Use to start playback of a VCR, DVD player, or CD
recorder.
( LSTN M. key R
Press to select an audio effect.
[8] (pause)
Use to pause playback of a VCR, DVD player, or CD
recorder.
) REPEAT key ·
Used for repeated playback of a CD.
[CHANNEL ∞]
Use to select lower channel selections when
controlling a TV, VCR, etc.
¡ RANDOM key q
For CD playback, switching is executed between random
playback and normal playback.
[CHANNEL 5]
Use to select higher channel selections when
controlling a TV, VCR, etc.
™ VOLUME keys ¢
[volume]
Use to control the volume of a TV, etc.
£ TIMER key (For U.K. and Europe) P
Press to set the timer programming mode.
Operation of the remote control unit
Loading batteries
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1 Remove the cover. 3 Close the cover.
2 Insert batteries.
÷ Insert two R6 (“AA”-size) batteries
following the polarity indications.
Operation
Plug the power cord into the mains power outlet and
press the POWER (
to turn the power ON. After the power has been turned
ON, press the desired key.
To put the power in standby, press the POWER ( ) key
again. The power mode enters the standby mode and
the STANDBY indicator lights up.
÷ When pressing more than one remote control key
successively, press the keys securely and leave an
interval of 1 second or more between the key presses.
) key of the remote control unit
Operating range
(approx.)
6m
30
˚
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Remote
sensor
˚
Notes
Notes
1.The provided batteries are intended for use in operation checking, and their service life may be short.
2.When the remote controllable distance becomes short, replace both of the batteries with new ones.
3.If direct sunlight or the light of a high-frequency fluorescent lamp (inverter type, etc.) is incident to the remote
sensor, malfunction may occur. In such a case, change the installation position to avoid malfunction.
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Operation of the MULTI CONTROL setting mode
The MULTI CONTROL keys make it possible to perform a number of functions in a simple procedure.
When the MENU key is pressed, items appear in the display according to the MULTI CONTROL key operation,
so you can select the desired mode more intuitively.
You can also use the 4/¢ keys on the remote control unit in the same manner as the MULTI CONTROL keys
on the main unit.
Remote control unitMain unit
MULTI CONTROL
SET ENTER
MENU
DEMO
0 +10
MULTI CONTROL
MENU
DISC SKIP
P.CALL
AUTO
MD/DVD
ENTERSETBACK
0 +10
DISC SKIP
MULTI CONTROL
POWER
OSD
TV
SETUP SET ENTER
P.CALL
BACK
MENU
RETURN
VIDEO/6chIN
CD-R
CD
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MULTI CONTROL key operation
1 Press the MENU key to enter the MULTI CONTROL setting mode.
2 Select an operation mode by pressing the MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly .
3 Set items by pressing the SET and ENTER keys as described for each item.
Display examples
The following items can be selected by pressing the MULTI CONTROL keys.
“CD Program Play” (This item only appears when CD input is selected and playback is stopped.)
“Recording Options” (This item only appears when a tape is in the tape holder, and does not appear
when TAPE input is selected.)
“Tape Options”
“Audio Options”
“Clock Options”
“Surround Options” (NV-701 only)
÷ To cancel the MULTI CONTROL setting mode, press the MENU key again.
÷ Press the BACK key on the remote control unit to return to the previous step and restart operation from there. (The
BACK key is inoperative once the message “Press “ENTER” to - - -” has been scrolled.)
÷ Keys on the remote control unit that have the same name as keys on the main unit perform the same functions.
÷ Depending on the source selected, some items may not be displayed.
The volume control can be used to control the current function while in the MULTI CONTROL setting mode.
Clock adjustment
This unit incorporates a clock function. It is necessary to set the correct time before using the timer
functions. The time can be displayed only while the power is in standby.
The following items can be selected by pressing the
Select “Clock Options”.
1
MENU
DEMO
MULTI CONTROL
SET
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
(“CD Program Play”)
(“Recording Options”)
“Tape Options”
“Audio Options”
“Clock Options”
“Surround Options” (NV-701 only)
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Select “Adjust Time”.
2
MULTI CONTROL
Adjust the hour.
3
MULTI CONTROL
To decrease
the figure
Adjust the minute.
4
MULTI CONTROL
To increase
the figure
SET
SET
SET
+“Clock Options” is scrolled in the display
Clock Option
The following items can be selected by pressing the
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
“Sleep Timer”
“Adjust Time”
“Timer Play”
“Auto Power Save”
Example: Setting the time to 8:45 in the morning
8:00
(For U.K. and Europe)
0Ô1Ô2...13Ô14...Ô0 ...
÷ The time display starts to blink.
÷ Press the SET key. The hour is entered and the minute
display starts to blink.
AM 8:00
(Other countries)
AM12ÔAM1ÔAM2...
PM1ÔPM2...ÔAM12 ...
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To decrease
the figure
Start the clock.
5
To increase
the figure
ENTER
To display the time
(In standby mode or when the MD/DVD (NV-301
only) or VIDEO/6ch IN (NV-701 only) input is
selected.)
ENTER
(Displayed for approximately 5 seconds)
8:45
(For U.K. and Europe)
00Ô01Ô02...59Ô00Ô01...
÷ Press the BACK key to return to the previous step and
restart operation from there.
÷ To set the time precisely, press the ENTER key at the
same moment as a time announcement.
÷ The clock is reset and the clock display blinks if the power
cord has been unplugged from the AC power outlet and
plugged in again, or after a power failure. In this case, set
the time again.
AM 8:45
(Other countries)
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Setting up for surround sound (NV-701 only)
Once you have completed setting up your speakers, make sure to complete the following speaker
settings to obtain and enjoy the best possible surround sound possible from this system.
Setting the configuration of the speaker system
A full surround speaker system is supplied with the NV-701, and the factory settings have been set up according
to the specifications of the supplied speakers. However, if you do not connect all the speakers or use different
speakers, change the settings as needed to ensure the best possible surround sound for your system.
If you have connected all of the supplied speakers as described on page 6, it is not necessary to perform the procedure on this page. If this is the case, proceed to
“Setting speaker distances and system volume levels” on the following page.
The following items can be selected by pressing the
Select “Surround Options”.
1
MENU
DEMO
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MULTI CONTROL
SET
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
(“CD Program Play”)
(“Recording Options”)
“Tape Options”
“Audio Options”
“Clock Options”
“Surround Options” (NV-701 only)
Select “Speaker Selection”.
2
MULTI CONTROL
Set the size (or presence) of the
3
SET
speakers.
MULTI CONTROL
Complete and save the settings.
4
ENTER
SET
+“Surround Options” is scrolled in the display
Surround Opt
The following items can be selected by pressing the
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
“Speakers Distance”
“Input Mode”
“Speaker Selection”
+“Speaker Selection” is scrolled in the display
Speaker Sele
The following items can be set for each speaker by
pressing the MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
÷ Set “Subwoofer” to establish whether a subwoofer is
connected or not.
“Yes” (factory setting)
“No”
÷ Set the size of the “Front” speakers. (If “No” is set for the
“Subwoofer”, the “Front” speaker setting is skipped.)
“Normal” (factory setting)
“Large”
÷ Set the size of the “Center” speaker.
“Normal” (factory setting)
“Large”
“No” (no center speaker is connected)
÷ Set the size of the “Surround” speakers.
“Normal” (factory setting)
“Large”
“No” (no surround speakers are connected)
Setting up for surround sound
Setting speaker distances and system volume levels
Set the speaker distances and levels accurately for the best possible delivery of sound when listening to
multichannel sources or when applying a digital soundfield to a stereo source.
The following items can be selected by pressing the
Select “Surround Options”.
1
MENU
DEMO
Select “Speakers Distance”.
2
MULTI CONTROL
MULTI CONTROL
SET
SET
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
(“CD Program Play”)
(“Recording Options”)
“Tape Options”
“Audio Options”
“Clock Options”
“Surround Options” (NV-701 only)
+“Surround Options” is scrolled in the display
Surround Opt
The following items can be selected by pressing the
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
“Speakers Distance”
“Input Mode”
“Speaker Selection”
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Set the distance to the speakers.
3
MULTI CONTROL
To decrease
the distance
To increase
the distance
SET
+“Speakers Distance” is scrolled in the display
Speakers Dis
Use the MULTI CONTROL keys to set the distance and SET
to proceed to the next setting. The speaker channels that
the distance is being set for flash in the display.
Front speakers
1ft 0.3m
÷ Set the distance to the center speaker and surround
speakers in the same way.
÷ The adustable range for all of the speakers is 1 to 30 ft.
(0.3 to 10 m) in 1 ft. (0.3 m) steps.
÷ When the distance settings are complete, set the
volume levels.
Front “R” and “L”
indicators flash
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Turn on the test tone.
4
MULTI CONTROL
Set the speaker levels.
5
To decrease
the level
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Complete and save the settings.
6
MULTI CONTROL
To increase
the level
SET
Setting up for surround sound
The test tone can be turned on and off by pressing the MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
“Test ON”
“Test OFF”
÷ The test tone is output from all of the speakers in the
system in the following order:
3
L (left front) 3C (center) 3R (right front)
SW (subwoofer) 2 LS (left surround)2 RS (right surround)2
÷ While listening to the test tone, use the MULTI CONTROL
keys to adjust the volume levels of each channel when
the channel name is displayed. The test tone continues
to be output from the selected channel while adjustments
are being made. If no adjustments are made for 2
seconds, the test tone resumes the cycle of speaker
channels.
÷ Adjust all of the speakers so that they sound the same
from the listening position.
÷ Because the subwoofer outputs extremely low
frequencies, the volume may sound lower with respect
to the other speakers.
SET
ENTER
Once you are through adjusting the levels of the
speakers, press the SET key to end the test tone and
conclude adjustments.
+“Press ”ENTER” to save” is scrolled in the display
Press "ENTER
Press the ENTER key to save the settings.
Setting the audio for connected components (NV-701 only)
There are different types of audio connections available with this unit depending on what type of
component you are making connections to. Select the type of audio input that best reflects the type of
connections you have made to external components.
The following items can be selected by pressing the
Select “Surround Options”.
1
MENU
DEMO
MULTI CONTROL
SET
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
(“CD Program Play”)
(“Recording Options”)
“Tape Options”
“Audio Options”
“Clock Options”
“Surround Options” (NV-701 only)
+“Surround Options” is scrolled in the display
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Select “Input Mode”.
2
MULTI CONTROL
Select the input.
3
MULTI CONTROL
Set the input mode.
4
MULTI CONTROL
Save the settings.
5
ENTER
SET
SET
SET
Surround Opt
The following items can be selected by pressing the
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
“Speakers Distance”
“Input Mode”
“Speaker Selection”
+“Input Mode” is scrolled in the display
Input Mode
The following items can be selected by pressing the
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
“VIDEO1”
“VIDEO2”
÷ The input setting is stored independently for each input.
If you have made connections to components using both
VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 input jacks, be sure to perform this
procedure for each component.
The following items can be selected by pressing the
MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly.
“D – Auto” (Automatic digital signal selection)
“D – Manual” (Manual digital signal selection)
“Analog”
÷ Set “D – Auto” or “D – Manual“ when you have made
connections to the DIGITAL VIDEO 1 COAX. IN jack or
the DIGITAL VIDEO 2 OPT. IN jack.
÷ When “D – Auto” is set, the format of the digital audio
signal being input is automatically selected and decoded.
÷ When “D – Manual” is set, the format of the digital audio
signal being input is manually selected using the LSTN
M. key on the remote control unit.
÷ For more details on selecting a digital audio format, see
“Surround play” on page 54.
÷ Set “Analog” when you have made connections to the
AUDIO – VIDEO 1 PLAY IN/REC OUT jacks or the AUDIO
– VIDEO 2/6 CH INPUT discreet input jacks (stereo/6channel).
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