KENWOOD VR-6070 User Manual

AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER

VR-6070

KRF-X9060D

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

This instruction manual is for some models. Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country and sales area.

About the supplied remote control

Compared to standard remote controls, the remote control supplied with this receiver has several operation modes. These modes enable the remote control to control other audio/video components. In order to effectively use the remote control it is important to read the operating instructions and obtain a proper understanding of the remote control and how to switch its operation modes (etc.).

Using the remote control without completely understanding its design and how to switch the operation modes may result in incorrect operations.

B60-5183-00 01 MA (K, P, T, M, Y, X)

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Before applying the power

Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

Units are designed for operation as follows.

U.S.A. and Canada	........................................... AC 120 V only
Australia ...........................................................	AC 240 V only
Europe and U.K. ...............................................	AC 230 V only
China and Russia .............................................	AC 220 V only
Other countries ..........	AC 110 - 120 / 220 - 240 V switchable*

For the United Kingdom

Factory fitted moulded mains plug

1.The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use only a 13Amp 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.

IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue : Neutral

Brown : Live

* AC voltage selection

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

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

Move switch lever to	AC 110-	AC 220-
	120V~	240V~

match your line voltage with a small screwdriver or other pointed tool.

Note:

Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line voltage due to improper setting of the AC voltage selector switch.

Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.

Safety precautions

WARNING :

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 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.

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Contents

Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation.

	Before applying the power ..............................	2
	Safety precautions .............................................	2
	Unpacking ..........................................................	3
	How to use this manual .....................................	4
	Special features .................................................	5
	Names and functions of parts .........................	6
	Main Unit ...........................................................	6
	Remote control unit (RC-R0813) (VR-6070) and
	(RC-R0814) (KRF-X9060D) .....................................	7
	Remote control unit (RC-R0815) (KRF-X9060D)
	(For the U.K. only) ..................................................	8
	Setting up the system ........................................	9
	Connecting audio components ........................	10
	Connecting video components ........................	11
	Digital connections ..........................................	12
Preparations	Connecting video components
	(COMPONENT VIDEO) ....................................	13
	Connecting a DVD player (6-channel input) .....	14
	Connecting the speakers .................................	15
	Connecting the terminals ................................	16
	Connecting to another room (ROOM B) .........	17
	PRE OUT connections .....................................	18
	Connecting the RF antenna and external
	IR Repeater (For VR-6070 only) .......................	19
	Connecting to the AV AUX jacks .....................	20
	Connecting the antennas .................................	20
	Connecting the system control .......................	21
	Preparing the remote control ..........................	22
	RF remote control function (For VR-6070 only) ....	22
	Preparing for surround sound .......................	23
	Speaker settings ..............................................	23
	Normal playback ..............................................	26
	Preparing for playback .....................................	26
	Listening to a source component ....................	26
	Adjusting the sound .........................................	27
	Recording ..........................................................	29
	Recording audio (analog sources) ...................	29
	Recording video ...............................................	29
	Recording audio (digital sources) ....................	29
	Listening to radio broadcasts .......................	30
	Tuning (non-RDS) radio stations ......................	30
	Using RDS (Radio Data System)
	(For the U.K. only) ............................................	30
	Presetting radio stations manually ..................	30
Operations
	Receiving preset stations ................................	31
	Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL) ...	31
	Using the RDS DISP (Display) key
	(For the U.K. only) ............................................	31
	Presetting RDS stations (RDS AUTO
	MEMORY) (For the U.K. only) .........................	32
	Tuning by Program TYpe (PTY search)
	(For the U.K. only) ............................................	32
	Ambience effects .............................................	33
	Surround modes ..............................................	33
	Surround play ...................................................	36
	DVD 6-channel playback ..................................	37
	Convenient functions .......................................	38
	Basic remote control operations for other
	components .......................................................	41
	Registering setup codes for other
Remote Control	components .....................................................	41
	Operating other components ..........................	42
	Storing the remote control code of
	the other components .....................................	42

	Setup code chart (RC-R0813) (VR-6070) and
	(RC-R0814) (KRF-X9060D) ...............................	43
	Setup code chart (RC-R0815) (KRF-X9060D)
Remote Control	(For the U.K. only) ............................................	44
	CASSETTE deck, CD player & MD recorder
	operations ........................................................	45
	Other components’ operations .......................	46
Additional	In case of difficulty ..........................................	48
Information	Specifications ..................................................	50

Unpacking

Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are present.

FM indoor antenna (1)

AM loop antenna (1)

RF remote antenna (1) (For VR-6070 only)

For VR-6070
Remote control unit (1)	Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
RC-R0813

For KRF-X9060D
Remote control unit (1)	Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
RC-R0814

For KRF-X9060D (For the U.K. only)

Remote control unit (1)	Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
RC-R0815

*AC plug adaptor (1)

*Use to adapt the plug on the power cord to the shape of the wall outlet. (Accessory only for regions where use is necessary.)

If any acccessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If the unit was shipped to you directly, notify your shipper immediately. Kenwood recommends that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future.

Keep this manual handy for future reference.

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How to use this manual

This manual is divided into four sections, Preparations, Operations, Remote Control, and Additional Information.

Preparations

Shows you how to connect your audio and video components to the receiver and prepare the surround processor.

Since this receiver works with all your audio and video components, we will guide you in setting up your system to be as easy as possible.

Operations

Shows you how to operate the various functions available on the receiver.

Remote Control

Shows you how to operate other components using the remote control, as well as a detailed explanation of all remote control operations. Once you have registered your components with the proper setup codes, you’ll be able to operate both this receiver and your other AV components (TV, VCR, DVD player, CD player, etc.) using the remote control supplied with this receiver.

Additional Information

Shows you additional information such as “In case of difficulty” (troubleshooting) and “Specifications”.

For the U.S.A.

FCC WARNING

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications, if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 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.

Maintenance of the unit

When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these agents may cause discoloration.

In regard to contact cleaner

Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction. Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil, for they may deform the plastic component.

For the U.S.A.

FCC Compliance Notice

Audio-video Receiver, VR-6070

These devices comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

KENWOOD U.S.A. CORPORATION

2201 East Dominguez St., Long Beach, CA 90801-5745

Telephone: [phone]

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Kenwood Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. This product can save energy. Saving energy re-

duces air pollution and lowers utility bills.

For Canada

IC (Industry Canada) Notice

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The term “IC:” before the certification/registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

Memory back-up function

Please note that the following items will be deleted from the unit's memory if the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet for approximately 1 day.

• Power mode.	• Distance setting.
• Input selector settings.	• Bass peak level.
• Picture output.	• Input mode setting.
• Speaker ON/OFF.	• Midnight mode setting.
• Volume level.	• PRO LOGIC II mode setting.
• BASS, TREBLE, INPUT level.	• CS II mode setting.
• TONE ON/OFF.	• Broadcast band.
• LOUDNESS ON/OFF.	• Frequency setting.
• Dimmer level.	• Preset stations.
• MD/TAPE settings.	• Tuning mode.
• RF-BAND. (VR-6070 only)	• THX mode.
• Listen mode setting.	• ACTIVE EQ mode.
• Speaker settings.	• SPEAKER EQ mode.
• SW RE-MIX ON/OFF.	• DSP mode.

For the U.S.A.

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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Special features

True home theater sound

This receiver incorporates a wide variety of surround modes to bring you maximum enjoyment from your video software. Select a surround mode according to your equipment or the software you are going to play and enjoy! ‹

DSP surround modes

The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) used for this receiver incorporates a variety of high quality adjustable sound fields, like “ARENA”, “JAZZ CLUB”, “THEATER”, “STADIUM” and “DISCO”. It is compatible with almost any kind of program source.

THX Surround EX

THX Surround EX is an extension of THX which was jointly developed by Lucasfilm THX and Dolby Laboratories. It allows you to experience a new dimension of depth, spacious ambience and sound localization to home theater audio.

This system features Re-equalization (Re-EQ), Timbre Matching, Adaptive Decorrelation, Bass Peak Level Manager and Loudspeaker Position Time Synchronization, which reproduces similar cinematic effects in the home environment.

Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital EX

The DOLBY DIGITAL mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from software processed in the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital provides up to 5.1 channels of independent digital audio for better sound quality and more powerful presence than conventional Dolby Surround.

As for Dolby Digital EX, it creates six full-bandwidth output channels from the 5.1 channel sources. This is done using a matrix decoder that derives three surround channels from the two in the original recording. For best results, Dolby Digital EX should be used with movie soundtracks recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX.

Dolby PRO LOGIC II

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II, whilst totally compatible with its predecessor PRO LOGIC, provides greater advantages in surround sound. It allows the user to enjoy the conventional stereo or Dolby Surround with a convincing “5.1 like” presentation. PRO LOGIC II offers special features for controlling the overall spatial, dimensionality and frontal sound field imaging. PRO LOGIC II produces an impressive surround sound from video software marked and three-dimensional space from music CD. When listening to music, you will be able to enjoy the experience of sheer STEREO surround sound.

DTS-ES

The DTS-ES (Digital Theater System-Extended Surround) is a 6.1-channel Discrete Surround format which is extended to DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-Matrix 6.1 and DTS NEO:6. It is a 6.1 channel expanded from 5.1 surround which includes an additional surround-center channel developed within surround-left and surround-right. DTS-ES will be able to produce the original sound recorded similar to the theatrical effects.

In the DTS-ES mode, the 5.1 or 6.1 channel digital input from a DTS CD, LD or DVD disc (carrying the “DTS” or “DTS-ES” marking) can be played in Digital Surround.

Important:

When a DTS disc is played on a CD, LD or DVD player, noise may be output from the analog output. It is recommended that you connect the digital output of the player to the digital input of this unit.

DVD 6-channel input

If you own a DVD player equipped with 6-channel output, this receiver allows you to obtain the full surround sound impact of DVD source material featuring multi-channel encoding. Since the source signals are digital and each channel is input independently, the resulting ambience is far superior to what can be achieved with conventional surround sound systems.

ACTIVE EQ

ACTIVE EQ mode will produce a more dynamic sound quality in any condition. You can enjoy a more impressive sound effect when ACTIVE EQ is turned on during Dolby Digital and DTS playback.

SPEAKER EQ

The SPEAKER EQ function will automatically detect the various features of each speaker and effectively creates a stereoscopic sound effect.

Remote control

Some of the remote controls have two kinds of signal.

Universal IR (InfraRed) remote control

In addition to the basic receiver, the remote control supplied with this receiver can also operate almost all of your remote controllable audio and video components. Just follow the simple setup procedure to register the components you have connected.

RF remote signal (For VR-6070 only)

You can operate the receiver by sending RF remote signal from the remote control. The controllable range of the remote control is not influenced by surroundings such as distance or an obstruction.

RDS (Radio Data System) tuner (For the U.K. only)

The receiver is equipped with an RDS tuner that provides several convenient tuning functions: RDS Auto Memory, to automatically preset up to 40 RDS stations broadcasting different programs; station name display, to show you the name of the current broadcast station; and PTY search to let you tune stations by program type.

PTY (Program TYpe) search (For the U.K. only)

Tune the stations by specifying the type of program you want to hear.

Multi channel surround sound (SRS Circle Surround II )

SRS Circle Surround II ™ improves on its predecessor CS-5.1™ resulting in the CS-6.1™ system, enabling you to listen to realistic, multichannel, surround sound playback from a stereo source or conventional surround-encoded video source. You already enjoy listening to Dolby digital sound/DTS multi-channel sound with your multi-speakers. Now you can listen to audio CDs, MDs, Broadcast and Home Theater using your multi-speakers. You will discover a new type of sound through SRS Circle Surround II .

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Names and functions of parts

Main unit

POWER

STANDBY

ON/STANDBY

(For VR-6070)

Speaker

MUTE

CLIP

Input mode

Listen mode

indicators

indicator

indicator

indicators

indicators

RDS indicators

SP

MUTE

OPTICAL 6CH INPUT

AUTO DETECT

DTS DOLBY DIGITAL STEREO

NEO:6

THX

RDS

AUTO indicator

A B

CLIP

MATRIX

PTY

L

C

SW R

COAXIAL

ANALOG

96kHzfs

DSP MODE DISCRETE PRO LOGIC LOUDNESS

CS II

Surround EX

AUTO

MEMORY indicator

LFE

MEMORY

STEREO

STEREO indicator

SL S

SB

SR

TUNED

TUNED indicator

Speaker selection indicators

Frequency display

Input channel indicators

Input display

Output channel indicators

Display

Preset channel display

Surround mode display

VOLUME CONTROL

STANDBY

THX

DOLBY DIGITAL

SPEAKER EQ

DTS

ON/STANDBY

ACTIVE EQ

CS II

A SPEAKERS B

THX

SPEAKER EQ

ACTIVE EQ

DSP

STEREO

INPUT MODE

DIMMER

DOWN

UP

MUTE

POWER

DVD/6CH

CD/DVD

PHONO

TUNER

MULTI CONTROL

LISTEN MODE

SOUND

TONE

SETUP

AV AUX

-ON –OFF

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L-AUDIO-R

PHONES

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

MD/TAPE

BAND

AUTO MEMORY

1 POWER ON/OFF key		DTS indicator	fl	^ SOUND key	°
(For KRF-X9060D)	£	Lights when the receiver is in the DTS mode.		Use to adjust the sound quality and the ambi-
Use to turn the main power ON/OFF.		CS Q indicator	fl	ence effects.
2 ON/STANDBY key		Lights when the receiver is in the CIRCLE		& BAND key	º
(For KRF-X9060D)	£	SURROUND II mode.		Use to select the broadcast band.
Use to turn the power ON/STANDBY when		7 ACTIVE EQ key	¶	* AUTO key	º
the POWER is turned ON.		Use to select ACTIVE EQ’s setting.		Use to select the auto or manual tuning
STANDBY indicator		8 DSP key	fl	mode.
2 POWER ON/STANDBY key		Use to select any of the DSP mode.		( TONE key	¶
(For VR-6070)	£	9 STEREO key	°	Use to switch the status of TONE control.
Use to turn the power ON/STANDBY.		Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO.		) MEMORY key	º
STANDBY indicator		0 INPUT MODE key	9	Use to store radio stations in the preset
3 A SPEAKERS B keys	§	Use to switch between the full auto, digital		memory.
Use to turn the A/B speakers ON/OFF.		and analog inputs.		¡ SETUP key	£
4 THX key	fl	! DIMMER key		Use to select the speakers' settings etc.
Use to switch the status of THX.		Use to select the REC MODE.	ª	™ M/? keys	£
5 SPEAKER EQ key	¶	Use to adjust the brightness of the display.		Use for selection adjustments during SOUND,
Use to select SPEAKER EQ’s setting.			‚	SETUP and PRESET CHANNEL functions.
6 Surround indicators		@ VOLUME CONTROL knob	§	£ MULTI CONTROL knob	£
THX indicator	‡	# MUTE key	¶	Use to control a variety of settings.
Lights when the receiver is in the THX mode.		Use to temporarily mute the sound.		¢ LISTEN MODE knob	fl
SPEAKER EQ indicator	•	$ PHONES jack	•	Use to select the listening mode.
Lights when the receiver is in the SPEAKER		Use for headphone listening.		∞ AV AUX (S VIDEO, VIDEO, L-AUDIO-R)
EQ mode.		% Input Selector keys	§	jacks	)
ACTIVE EQ indicator	•	(DVD/6CH, CD/DVD, PHONO, TUNER,		§ AV AUX key	)
Lights when the receiver is in the ACTIVE EQ		VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, MD/TAPE)		Use to switch the input to AV AUX.
mode.		Use to select input sources.
DOLBY DIGITAL indicator	fl

Lights when the receiver is in the Dolby

Digital mode.

Standby mode

While the standby indicator is lit, a small amount of power is supplied to the system to back up the memory. This is called standby mode. Under the condition, the system can be turned ON by remote control unit.

Connection at POWER ON/OFF key (for KRF-X9060D)

The power in this equipment will not be completely cut off from the AC wall outlet when the main switch is turned OFF.

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Names and functions of parts

Remote control unit (RC-R0813) (VR-6070) and (RC-R0814) (KRF-X9060D)

This remote control unit can be use not only for Kenwood products but also for other non-Kenwood products by setting the appropriate manufacturer’s setup codes. Only remote control RC-R0813 has RF remote signal. e

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5

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8

9

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			SOURCE	POWER
	LEARN
	DVD	CBL	DSS/SAT	RECEIVER
		REMOTE MODE
	VCR	TV	OTHERS	THX
	1	2	3
				LISTEN MODE
	4	5	6
	7	8	9	ACTIVE EQ
		0		SPEAKER EQ
	+10		+100
INPUT MODE STEREO			DSP MODE	MUTE
	+	TV CONTROL		+
¢		+
DVD		VOL.
4	-	-	INPUT	-
			SEL
	CH			VOLUME
		TOP MENU MENU
		SET UP	SOUND
			™
		P.CALL	P.CALL
	4 /DOWN		/UP ¢

™ENTER £

MULTI

CONTROL ™

OSD	RETURN
	PAGE

TUNING		FLIP	BAND
1	¡	2	6
INPUT SEL	A/B	AUTO	8
DISC SEL	DISC SKIP	7	DIMMER
DVD/6CH	CD/DVD	PHONO	TUNER
VIDEO 1	VIDEO 2	VIDEO 3	MD/TAPE
	INPUT SELECTOR
AV AUX
	LOUDNESS	TONE	BASS BOOST

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™

£

¢

∞

§

¶

•

ª

º

⁄

¤

‹

If the name of a function is different on

›the receiver and on the remote control,

	fi	the name of the remote control key in
		this manual is indicated in parentheses.

1 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
2 LEARN key	w

Use to memorize the operation of the other remote controls.

3 REMOTE MODE keys (DVD, CBL, DSS/

SAT, VCR, TV, OTHERS)	q
Use to select the components registered at
the respective input.
4 Numeric keys	q
Provide functions identical to those of the
original remote control supplied with the com-
ponent you are controlling.
5 INPUT MODE key	9
Use to switch between the full auto, digital
and analog input.
6 STEREO key	°

Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO.

7 CH +/- keys

Use to select the channels.

¢ DVD 4 keys

When in DVD player operations, these keys function as skip keys.

8 TV CONTROL keys
Use when in TV operation.
9 TOP MENU key
Use to operate the DVD component.
SET UP key	£
Use to select the speakers’ settings etc.
0 Joystick
ENTER
Use to operate other components.
MULTI CONTROL C/D	£

Use to control a variety of settings. Use to operate other components.

P.CALL 4 /DOWN 2 and P.CALL/UP ¢

3 ⁄

Use for selection adjustments during SOUND, SET UP and PRESET channel functions.

!PAGE %/fi key

Use to operate the DVD component.

@OSD key

Use to operate the DVD component.

#TUNING 1/¡ keys

Use to operate the tuner mode.

If CD, MD or TAPE is selected as the input

source, these keys function as search keys.

$DISC SEL key

Use to operate other components.

INPUT SEL key

Use to operate other components.

%DISC SKIP key

If CD is selected as the input source, this key functions as the multi-CD player disc skip key.

A/B key

If TAPE is selected as the input source, this is A and B deck of a double cassette deck.

^ INPUT SELECTOR keys (DVD/6CH, CD/DVD,

PHONO, TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, MD/TAPE, AV AUX) §

Use to select the input sources.

& LOUDNESS key ¶

Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS.

*SOURCE key

Use to turn the other components ON/OFF.

( POWER key	£
Use to turn the receiver ON/OFF.
) RECEIVER key
Use to return to the operation of the receiver.
¡ THX key	fl
Use to switch the status of THX.
™ LISTEN MODE %/fi keys	fl
Use to select the listening mode.
£ ACTIVE EQ key	¶
Use to select ACTIVE EQ’s setting.
¢ SPEAKER EQ key	¶

Use to select SPEAKER EQ’s setting.

∞ DSP MODE key	fl
Use to select any of the DSP mode.
§ MUTE key	¶
Use to temporarily mute the sound.
¶ VOLUME +/- keys	§
Use to adjust the receiver volume.

•MENU key

Use to operate other components.

SOUND key °

Use to adjust the sound quality and the ambience effects.

ª RETURN key

Use to operate other components.

º3/8 key

If CD is selected as the input source, this key functions as the play/pause key.

If MD or TAPE key is selected as input source, this key functions as the play key.

BAND key º

Use to select the broadcast band.

⁄2 key

Use to operate other components.

FLIP key

Use to operate other components.

¤ DIMMER key ‚

Use to adjust the brightness of the display.

8 key

Use to operate other components.

‹7 key

If CD, MD, or TAPE is selected as the input

source, this key functions as the stop key.

AUTO key	º
Use to select the auto or manual tuning
mode.
› TONE key	¶
Use to switch the status of TONE control.
fi BASS BOOST key	¶

Use to select the maximum adjustment setting for the low frequency range.

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Names and functions of parts

Remote control unit (RC-R0815) (KRF-X9060D) (For the U.K. only)

This remote control unit can be used not only for Kenwood products but also for other non-Kenwood products by setting the appropriate manufacturer’s

setup codes.

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			SOURCE	POWER
	LEARN
	DVD	CD	CBL/SAT	RECEIVER
		REMOTE MODE
	VCR	TV	OTHERS	THX
	1	2	3
				LISTEN MODE
	4	5	6
	7	8	9	ACTIVE EQ
		0		SPEAKER EQ
	+10		+100
INPUT MODE STEREO			DSP MODE	MUTE
	+	TV CONTROL		+
¢		+
DVD		VOL.
4	-	-	INPUT	-
			SEL
	CH			VOLUME
		TOP MENU MENU
		SET UP	SOUND
			™
		P.CALL	P.CALL
	4 /DOWN		/UP ¢

™ENTER £

MULTI
CONTROL		™
OSD			RETURN
	PAGEDOWN	PAGE UP
	PTY	RDSDISP
TUNING		FLIP	BAND
1	¡	2	6
INPUT SEL	A/B	AUTO	8
DISC SEL	DISC SKIP	7	DIMMER
DVD/6CH	CD/DVD	PHONO	TUNER
VIDEO 1	VIDEO 2	VIDEO 3	MD/TAPE
	INPUT SELECTOR
AV AUX
	LOUDNESS	TONE	BASS BOOST

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	‹	If the name of a function is different on
	› the receiver and on the remote control,
	fi	the name of the remote control key in
		this manual is indicated in parentheses.

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1 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)			PAGE DOWN			¢ SPEAKER EQ key
2 LEARN key	w		Use to operate the DVD component.				Use to select SPEAKER EQ’s setting.
Use to memorize the operation of the other			RDS DISP key		⁄ ∞ DSP MODE key			fl
remote controls.			Use to receive RDS broadcast.				Use to select any of the DSP mode.
3 REMOTE MODE keys (DVD, CD, CBL/SAT,			PAGE UP			§ MUTE key		¶
VCR, TV, OTHERS)	q		Use to operate the DVD component.				Use to temporarily mute the sound.
Use to select the components registered at		@ OSD key				¶ VOLUME +/- keys		§
the respective input.			Use to operate the DVD component.				Use to adjust the receiver volume.
4 Numeric keys	q # TUNING 1/¡ keys					• MENU key
Provide functions identical to those of the			Use to operate the tuner mode.				Use to operate other components.
original remote control supplied with the com-			If CD, MD or TAPE is selected as the input				SOUND key	°
ponent you are controlling.			source, these keys function as search keys.				Use to adjust the sound quality and the ambi-
5 INPUT MODE key	9	$ DISC SEL key					ence effects.
Use to switch between the full auto, digital			Use to operate other components.			ª RETURN key
and analog input.			INPUT SEL key				Use to operate other components.
6 STEREO key	°		Use to operate other components.			º 3/8 key
Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO.		% DISC SKIP key					If CD is selected as the input source, this key
7 CH +/- keys			If CD is selected as the input source, this key				functions as the play/pause key.
Use to select the channels.			functions as the multi-CD player disc skip key.				If MD or TAPE key is selected as input source,
¢ DVD 4 keys			A/B key				this key functions as the play key.
When in DVD player operations, these keys			If TAPE is selected as the input source, this is				BAND key	º
function as skip keys.			A and B deck of a double cassette deck.				Use to select the broadcast band.
8 TV CONTROL keys		^ INPUT SELECTOR keys (DVD/6CH, CD/DVD,				⁄ 2 key
Use when in TV operation.			PHONO, TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3,				Use to operate other components.
9 TOP MENU key			MD/TAPE, AV AUX)		§		FLIP key
Use to operate the DVD component.			Use to select the input sources.				Use to operate other components.
SET UP key	£ & LOUDNESS key				¶ ¤ DIMMER key			‚
Use to select the speakers’ settings etc.			Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS.				Use to adjust the brightness of the display.
0 Joystick		* SOURCE		key			8 key
ENTER			Use to turn the other components ON/OFF.				Use to operate other components.
Use to operate other components.		( POWER		key	£ ‹ 7 key
MULTI CONTROL C/D	£		Use to turn the receiver ON/OFF.				If CD, MD, or TAPE is selected as the input
Use to control a variety of settings.		) RECEIVER key					source, this key functions as the stop key.
Use to operate other components.			Use to return to the operation of the receiver.				AUTO key	º
P.CALL 4 /DOWN 2 and P.CALL/UP ¢		¡ THX key			fl		Use to select the auto or manual tuning
3	⁄		Use to switch the status of THX.				mode.
Use for selection adjustments during SOUND,		™ LISTEN MODE %/fi keys			fl › TONE key			¶
SET UP and PRESET channel functions.			Use to select the listening mode.				Use to switch the status of TONE control.
! PTY key	¤ £ ACTIVE EQ key				¶ fi BASS BOOST key			¶
Use for PTY search.			Use to select ACTIVE EQ’s setting.				Use to select the maximum adjustment set-
							ting for the low frequency range.

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Setting up the system

Make connections as shown in the following pages.

When connecting the related system components, be sure to refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the components you are connecting.

Do not connect the power cord to a wall outlet until all connections are completed.

Notes

1.Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, sound may not be produced or there will be noise inference.

2.Be sure to remove the power cord from the AC outlet before plugging or unplugging any connection cords. Plugging/unplugging connection cords without disconnecting the power cord can cause malfunctions and may damage the unit.

3.Do not connect power cords from components whose power consumption is larger than what is indicated on the AC outlet at the rear of this unit.

Analog connections

Audio connections are made using RCA pin cords. These cables transfer stereo audio signal in an “analog” form. This means the audio signal corresponds to the actual audio of two channels. These cables usually have 2 plugs on each end, one red for the right channel and one white for the left channel. These cables are usually packed together with the source unit, or are available at your local electronics retailer.

Microcomputer malfunction

If operation is not possible or an erroneous display appears, even though all connections have been made properly, reset the microcomputer referring to “In case of difficulty”. i

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 the unit.

•Leave some space around the unit (from the largest outside

dimension including projection) equal to or greater than, shown below.

Top panel : 50 cm Side panel : 10 cm Back panel : 10 cm

Input mode settings

CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 and DVD/6CH inputs each include jacks for digital audio input and analog audio input.

The initial factory settings for audio signal playback for CD/DVD,

DVD/6CH, VIDEO 2 and VIDEO 3 are full auto.

To use the analog audio input for playback instead (if, for example, you have connected a VCR to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 input), you must set the input mode for the corresponding input to the analog mode.

After completing connections and turning on the receiver, follow the steps below.

INPUT MODE

Input Selector

1Use the Input Selector keys to select CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 or DVD/6CH.

2Press the INPUT MODE key.

Each press switches the setting as follows:

In DTS play mode

1 FULL AUTO (digital input, analog input) 2 DIGITAL MANUAL (digital input)

In CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 or DVD/6CH play mode

1 FULL AUTO (digital input, analog input) 2 DIGITAL MANUAL (digital input)

3 6CH INPUT (DVD/6CH input)

4 ANALOG (analog input)

Digital input:

Select this setting to play digital signals from a DVD, CD, or LD player.

Analog input:

Select this setting to play analog signals from a cassette deck, VCR, or record player.

Auto detect:

In “FULL AUTO” mode (AUTO DETECT indicator light up), the receiver detects the digital or analog input signals automatically. Priority is given to digital signal during input mode selection. The receiver will select the input mode and listening mode automatically during playback to match the type of input signal (Dolby Digital, PCM, DTS) and the speaker setting. The OPTICAL and COAXIAL indicator on the display will light up when digital signal is detected. If the input signal is analog, the ANALOG indicator will light up.

To keep the receiver set to the currently selected listening mode, use the INPUT MODE key to select “DIGITAL MANUAL” (manual sound). However, even when this setting is selected, there may be cases in which the listening mode is selected automatically to match a Dolby Digital source signal depending on the combination of listening mode and source signal.

If the INPUT MODE key is pressed quickly, sound may not be produced. Press the INPUT MODE key again.

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Setting up the system

Connecting audio components

Shape of AC outlets

		U.S.A. and Canada
		U.K.
		Australia
SYSTEM CONTROL
jacks	&	Other countries

To AC wall outlet

	L
	R
	IN	IN	REC OUT PLAY IN
GND	PHONO	CD/DVD	MD/TAPE

OUT Cassette deck or

MD recorder

IN

OUT

CD or DVD player

Moving coil (MC) cartridge record player cannot be used directly from the receiver unit. It can only be used when another

equalizer amplifier is connected.

OUT

Record player

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Setting up the system

Connecting video components

S Video jacks

S VIDEO

S VIDEO

S VIDEO

S VIDEO

S VIDEO

S VIDEO

OUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT

VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT	IN	IN	IN	IN	OUT
VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO
				DVD	MONITOR

REC OUT PLAY IN	PLAY IN	PLAY IN
VIDEO 1	VIDEO 2	VIDEO 3

	Monitor TV
	VIDEO
	IN
	Video inputs
Video	(Yellow RCA pin cords)
	Video deck
IN/OUT		IN
	OUT
	IN	OUT
	Video inputs and outputs	Audio inputs
	(Yellow RCA pin cords)	and outputs
	OUT	OUT
	DVD player or LD player
	OUT	OUT
	DVD player or LD player

About the S VIDEO jacks

S VIDEO

Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video components with S VIDEO IN/OUT jacks.

•If you use the S VIDEO jacks to connect your video playback components, be sure to use the S VIDEO jacks when connecting your monitor and video recording components.

Audio

IN/OUT

A video component with digital audio outputs should be connected to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 jacks.

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Setting up the system

Digital connections

The digital in jacks can accept DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM signals. Connect components capable of outputting DTS, Dolby Digital, or standard PCM (CD)

format digital signals.
If you have connected any digital components to the receiver, be sure to read the “Input mode settings” section carefully.	9

COAXIAL	OPTICAL	OPTICAL	OPTICAL
	CD/DVD	VIDEO 3	MONITOR
VIDEO
2
DVD/			Optical
6CH
			fiber cable
DIGITAL IN			DIGITAL OUT

Optical fiber cable

Optical fiber cable

COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT (AUDIO)

RF digital demodulator (DEM-9991D) (sold separately)

DOLBY DIGITAL RF OUT (AUDIO)

PCM OUT

OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)

MD player

OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (AUDIO)

Component with DTS,

Dolby Digital, or PCM

OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT

Connect the video signal and digital audio signals to the VIDEO 3 jacks. (See “Connecting video components”.)

!

OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (AUDIO)

CD or DVD player

COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT (AUDIO)

Component with DTS,

Dolby Digital, or PCM

COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT

Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 jacks. (See “Connecting video components”.)

!

LD player

To connect an LD player with a DIGITAL RF OUT, connect the LD player to the KENWOOD RF digital demodulator (DEM-9991D). Next, connect the DIGITAL OUT jacks of the demodulator to the DIGITAL IN jacks of the receiver.

Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 jacks. (See “Connecting video components”.)

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Setting up the system

Connecting video components (COMPONENT VIDEO)

If you have connected the receiver to a video component with COMPONENT jacks, you can get a better picture quality than by connecting to the S VIDEO jacks.

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO 3 IN

DVD		Y	CB	CR
IN
Y	CB	CR	MONITOR OUT

Monitor TV

(with component jacks)

CR IN

CB IN

Y IN

CR OUT DVD player (with component jacks)

CB OUT

Y OUT • Connect to the VIDEO cord.

Video Recorder, DVD Recorder,

Satellite Cable Tuner & Game Player

CR OUT (with component jacks)

CB OUT

Y OUT

When connecting the TV to the COMPONENT jacks, be sure to connect all the other components to the COMPONENT jacks.

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Setting up the system

Connecting a DVD player (6-channel input)

If you have connected a DVD player to the receiver with digital connection, be sure to read the “Input mode settings” section carefully.

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OUT	IN	IN	IN	IN	OUT	COAXIAL	OPTICAL	OPTICAL	OPTICAL
VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO		CD/DVD	VIDEO 3	MONITOR
					VIDEO
					2
				DVD	MONITOR
					DVD/
					6CH
						DIGITAL IN			DIGITAL OUT
					S VIDEO	S VIDEO	S VIDEO	S VIDEO	ROOM B
					IN	IN	IN	OUT	OUT
					VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO	VIDEO
							DVD	MONITOR

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

PLAY IN	PLAY IN	FRONT SURROUND
VIDEO 2	VIDEO 3	DVD/6CH INPUT

VIDEO OUT	COAXIAL	FRONT	SURROUND
(Yellow RCA	DIGITAL OUT	OUT L/R	OUT L/R
pin cord)	(AUDIO)
	DVD player		CENTER
			OUT
			SUBWOOFER
			OUT
		S VIDEO
		OUT
			S VIDEO cord

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Setting up the system

Connecting the speakers

Surround Speakers

(Be sure to connect both surround speakers)

	Right			Left

SURROUND

GRAY

BLUE

+

-

R L

RED

WHITE

+

-

R

FRONT A

L

Surround Back/Subwoofer

Use this terminal it you wish to connect to a Surround Back speaker with the SETUP of “6ch AMP SB” or to connect to a Subwoofer speaker with

the SETUP of “6ch AMP SW”.

Powered subwoofer

SURROUND BACK/

SUBWOOFER

PURPLE

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

GREEN

FRONT B

	R		L
+	-	-	+

CENTER

Right

Left

Front Speakers B

Center

Speaker

Right

Left

Front Speakers A

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Setting up the system

Connecting the terminals

1 Strip coating.			2 Loosen.

3 Insert.

4 Secure.

1 Strip coating.			2 Push the lever.

3 Insert the cord.

4 Return the lever.

Connection of banana plugs (For the U.S.A. and Canada)

1 Secure.

2 Insert.

•Sound will not be heard if the speaker terminal is not fully secured.

•Never short circuit the + and – speaker cords.

•If the left and right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker cords are connected with reversed polarity, the sound will be unnatural with ambiguous acoustic imaging. Be sure to connect the speakers correctly.

Speaker impedance

After confirming the speaker impedance indications printed on the rear panel of the receiver, connect speakers with matching impedance ratings. Using speakers with a rated impedance other than that indicated on the rear panel of the receiver could result in malfunctions or damage to the speakers or receiver.

Speaker placement

Center speaker

Front speakers	Subwoofer
(L,R)	Listening
Surround	position
speakers
(L,R)

Surround back speakers (SBL/SBR)

Front speakers : Place at the front left and right of the listening position. Front speakers are required for all surround modes. Center speaker : Place front and center. This speaker stabilizes the sound image and helps recreate sound motion. Required for surround playback.

Surround speakers : Place at the direct left and right, or slightly behind, the listening position at even heights, approximately 1 meter above the ears of the listeners. These speakers recreate sound motion and atmosphere. Required for surround playback.

Subwoofer : Reproduces powerful deep bass sounds.

Surround back speakers : Place the surround back left and right speakers behind the listening position at the same height as the side surround speakers.

•Although the ideal surround system consists of all the speakers listed above, if you don't have a center speaker or a subwoofer, you

can divide those signals between the available speakers in the speaker settings steps to obtain the best possible surround reproduction from the speakers you have available. £

Channel space switching

(Except for the U.S.A., Canada, U.K., and Australia)

The space between radio channels has been set to the one that prevails in the area to which the system is shipped. However, if the current channel space setting does not match the setting in the area where the system is to be used, for instance when you move from area 1 or area 2 shown in the following table or vice versa, proper reception of AM/FM broadcasts cannot be expected. In this case, change the channel space setting in accordance with your area by referring to the following table.

		Area	CHANNEL
			Space Frequency
	1	U.S.A., Canada and South	FM: 100 kHz
		American countries	AM: 10 kHz
	2	Other countries	FM: 50 kHz
			AM: 9 kHz

75us	50us	75us	50us
AM 10kHz	AM 9kHz	AM 10kHz	AM 9kHz
FM100kHz	FM50kHz	FM100kHz	FM50kHz
		DE-EMPHASIS
		CHANNEL SPACE
DE-EMPHASIS
CHANNEL SPACE

Turn the power OFF by pressing the POWER key before moving the switch level. Move switch lever to match your area with a small screwdriver or other pointed tool, then turn the power on again.

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