Kenwood KRF-X9090D User manual

B60-5561-10 01 CS (E,X)
OC
0504
About the supplied remote control
Compared to standard remote controls, the remote control supplied with this model has several
operation modes. These modes enable the remote control unit 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.
AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER
KRF-X9090D
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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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
Europe ............................................................... AC 230 V only
Other countries ............ AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
Before applying the power
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe
operation.
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.
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 this
model and prepare the surround processor.
Since this model works with all your audio and video components, kindly
follow the instructions in this manual for the correct connections.
Operations
Shows you how to operate the various functions available on this model.
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”.
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.
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (applicable for EU countries
that have adopted separate waste collection
systems)
Products with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled
bin)cannot be disposed as household waste.
Old electrical and electronic equipment should
be recycled at a facility capable of handling these
items and their waste byproducts.
Contact your local authority for details in locating a
recycle facility nearest to you.
Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve
resources whilst preventing detrimental effects on our
health and the environment.
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Basic remote control operations for other
components ....................................................... 43
Registering setup codes for other components
......................................................................... 43
Searching for your codes ................................. 43
Checking the codes ......................................... 43
Re-assigning device keys ................................ 44
Operating other components .......................... 44
Storing the remote control code of the other
components ..................................................... 45
Setup code chart .............................................. 46
Other components’ operations ....................... 58
In case of difficulty .......................................... 62
Specifications .................................................. 64
Before applying the power ...................................................... 2
Safety precautions ..................................................................... 2
How to use this manual ............................................................. 2
Unpacking .................................................................................. 4
Preparing the remote control ..................................................... 4
Special features ......................................................................... 5
Names and functions of parts ................................................. 6
Main Unit .................................................................................... 6
Remote control unit ................................................................... 7
Setting up the system ........................................ 8
Connecting the terminals .................................. 9
Connecting a DVD player (6-channel input) ..... 10
Connecting audio components ........................ 11
Connecting video components ........................ 12
Digital connections .......................................... 13
Connecting video components
(COMPONENT VIDEO) .................................... 14
Connecting the speakers ................................. 15
PRE OUT connections ..................................... 16
Connecting to another room (ROOM B) ......... 17
Connecting to the AV AUX jacks ..................... 18
Connecting the antennas ................................. 18
Preparing for surround sound ....................... 19
Before setting up the speakers ....................... 19
Setting up the speakers automatically (AUTO SETUP)
“Kenwood Room Acoustic Calibration” ............ 20
Setting up the speakers manually
(MANUAL SETUP) ........................................... 22
Other settings .................................................. 24
Normal playback.............................................. 26
Preparing for playback ..................................... 26
Listening to a source component .................... 26
Input level adjustment (analog sources only) .. 27
Adjusting the sound ......................................... 27
Recording .......................................................... 29
Recording audio (analog sources) ................... 29
Recording audio (digital sources) .................... 29
Recording video ............................................... 29
Listening to radio broadcasts ....................... 30
Tuning (non-RDS) radio stations ...................... 30
Using RDS (Radio Data System) ..................... 30
Presetting radio stations manually .................. 31
Receiving preset stations ................................ 31
Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL) ... 31
Using the RDS DISP (Display) key .................. 32
Presetting RDS stations
(RDS AUTO MEMORY) .................................. 32
Tuning by Program TYpe (PTY search) ............ 33
Ambience effects ............................................. 34
Surround modes .............................................. 34
Surround play ................................................... 37
Virtual modes ................................................... 39
DVD 6-channel playback .................................. 39
Adjusting the sound ......................................... 40
Convenient functions ...................................... 42
Display dimmer adjustment ............................ 42
Sleep timer ....................................................... 42
Preparations
Contents
Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure
safe operation.
Operations
Additional
Information
Remote
Control
Before applying the power
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Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are
present.
FM indoor antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1)
Remote control unit (1) Batteries (R03/AAA) (2)
RC-R0918E
Microphone for SETUP (1)
(Cord length: approx. 5m)
If any accessories 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.
Preparing the remote control
Loading the batteries
1Remove the cover. 2Insert the batteries.
3Close the cover.
•Insert two AAA-size (R03) batteries as indicated by the polarity
markings.
Operation
When the standby indicator is lit, the power turns ON when you press the
RECEIVER ON key on the remote control. When the power comes ON,
press the key you want to operate.
RECEIVER ON
6 m
•When pressing more than one remote control key successively, press
the keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more between
keys.
Notes
1. The supplied batteries may have shorter lives than ordinary batteries
due to use during operation checks.
2. When the remote-controllable distance gets shorter than before,
replace both batteries with new ones.
3. Placing the remote sensor in direct sunlight, or in direct light from a
high frequency fluorescent lamp may cause a malfunction.
In such a case, change the location of the system installation to
prevent malfunction.
Remote sensor
Operating range
(Approx.)
Infrared ray system
Before applying the power
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Special features
True home theater sound ›
This model 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!
•THX Select2 Cinema
•THX MusicMode
•THX Games
•THX Surround EX
•Dolby Digital EX
•Dolby Pro Logic IIx
•Dolby Digital
•Dolby Virtual Speaker
•Dolby Headphone
•DTS-ES
•DTS Neo:6
•DTS 96/24
•DTS
•DSP Mode
Kenwood Room Acoustic Calibration )
Without going through a complicated manual setup procedure, this
function automatically measures the capacity of your speaker system,
speaker layout and acoustic specifications of your listening room correctly
with the provided microphone, and provides the best listening
environment.
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.
GAME mode function §
When you connect a game machine to the AV AUX jacks on the front
panel, the input selector of the receiver switches automatically to
"GAME" and the optimum sound field for enjoying games is set.
This feature improves your convenience in playing video games.
Universal IR (InfraRed) remote control
In addition to the basic receiver operations, the remote control unit
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.
Video up conversion
This receiver can convert the incoming composite video signals to S-
Video signal.
If your monitor TV has S-Video jacks, it is not necessary to do the
composite video connections, just use an S-Video cord to connect the
receiver and your monitor TV.
RDS (Radio Data System) tuner
This model 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
Tune the stations by specifying the type of program you want to hear.
Before applying the power
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THX DOLBY VIRTUAL STEREO INPUT MODE
BASS BOOST DSP ACTIVE EQ DIMMER
MULTI CONTROL LISTEN MODE
INPUT
SELECTOR
VOLUME CONTROL
AV AUX/GAME
SOUND TONE SETUP
BAND
AUTO
/MONO
MEMORY
/ENTER
A SPEAKERS B
PHONES
THX
96kHz fs
ACTIVE EQ
DOLBY DIGITAL
DTS
DSP
S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R
L
SL S SB SR
CR
SP MUTE
6CH INPUT
DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY EX
DOLBY PL II x
DOLBY H
DOLBY VS
DTS 96/24
ES MATRIX6.1
ES DISCRETE6.1
STEREO
96kHzfs
LOUDNESS
NEO:6
SLEEP
CLIP
AUTO DETECT
AUTO
RDS
PTY
MEMORY
STEREO
TUNED
SW
LFE
AB
THX
Surround EX
DSP MODE
SETUP MIC
POWER
- ON – OFF
Names and functions of parts
Main unit
Display
*Input channel indicators
Output channel indicators
AUTO indicator
MEMORY indicator
STEREO indicator
TUNED indicator
Frequency display
Input display
Preset channel display
Surround mode display
Speaker
indicators RDS indicators
MUTE
indicator
CLIP
indicator
Input mode
indicators
Listen mode indicators
SLEEP indicator
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.
*Input channel
indicators
Input channel indicators
light up according to the
incoming audio signals.
"S" indicator will light up
when the surround com-
ponent of the audio sig-
nals is only 1 channel.
The figure is the view when the front cover is open.
1POWER ON/OFF key (
Use to turn the main power on or off.
2(POWER ON/STANDBY) key (
Use to turn the power ON/STANDBY when
the Power is turned ON.
Standby indicator
3SPEAKERS A/B keys §
Use to turn the A/B speakers on or off.
4THX indicator ‡
Lights when the THX mode has been chosen.
96kHz fs indicator q
Lights when the receiver is in the 96kHz
LPCM playback mode.
ACTIVE EQ indicator ¶
Lights when the ACTIVE EQ is ON.
DOLBY DIGITAL indicator ‡
Lights when the receiver is in the Dolby
Digital mode.
DTS indicator ‡
Lights when the receiver is in the DTS mode.
DSP indicator °
Lights when the receiver is in the DSP mode.
5INPUT SELECTOR key §
Use to select input sources.
6VOLUME CONTROL knob §
7SETUP MIC jack (
Use for SETUP MIC.
8PHONES jack •
Use for headphone listening.
9THX key ‡
Use to switch the status of THX.
DOLBY VIRTUAL key ·
Use to select the Dolby Virtual Speaker and
the Dolby Headphone setting.
STEREO key °
Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO.
INPUT MODE key 8
Use to select the Input mode.
BASS BOOST key •
Use to select BASS BOOST setting.
DSP key °
Use to select any of the DSP mode.
ACTIVE EQ key ¶
Use to select ACTIVE EQ setting.
DIMMER key
Use to adjust the brightness of the display.
w
Use to select the REC MODE. ª
0SOUND key ‚
Use to adjust the sound quality and the
ambience effects.
TONE key •
Use to switch the status of TONE control.
BAND key º
Use to select the broadcast band.
AUTO/MONO key º
Use to select the auto or manual tuning
mode.
!SETUP key (
Use to select the speakers' settings etc.
MEMORY/ENTER key
Use to store radio stations in the preset
memory. ⁄
Use to establish a selection.
@5/∞keys (‚
Use for selection adjustments during sound
and setup functions.
#MULTI CONTROL knob
Use to control a variety of settings.
$LISTEN MODE knob ‡
Use to select the listening mode.
%AV AUX/GAME key *§
Use to switch the input to AV AUX or GAME.
^AV AUX (S VIDEO, VIDEO, L-AUDIO-R)
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Names and functions of parts
Remote control unit
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. e
1LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) e
Shows the operation mode of the remote
control unit.
2RECEIVER ON key (
Use to turn the receiver on.
RECEIVER STANDBY key
Use to turn the receiver off (standby).
3
Input Selector keys (DVD/6CH, VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, CD/DVD, MD/TAPE, PHONO,
AV AUX, TUNER)
§
Used to select the input sources.
Source keys (DVD/6CH, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2,
VIDEO 3,
CD/DVD, MD/TAPE, PHONO, AV
AUX,
TUNER )et
Use to select registered components.
4ACTIVE EQ key ¶
Use to select ACTIVE EQ setting.
5Numeric keys
Use to input numeric characters. e
Use to select preset radio stations. ⁄
Use to operate other components.
6TONE key •
Use to switch the status of TONE control.
BASS BOOST key •
Use to select the maximum adjustment
setting for the low frequency range.
LOUDNESS key •
Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS.
AUDIO key
SUBTITLE key
ANGLE key
Use to operate other components.
7MULTI %/fi/@/# keys
Use to control a variety of settings.
Use to operate other components.
TOP MENU key
MENU key
RETURN key
EXIT key
ON SCREEN key
GUIDE key
Use to operate other components.
ENTER key
Use to establish a selection.
Use to operate other components.
SETUP key (
Use to select the speakers’ settings etc.
SOUND key ‚
Use to adjust the sound quality and the
ambience effects.
8DIMMER key w
Use to adjust the brightness of the display.
8key
Use to operate other components.
9P.CALL 4/¢ keys ⁄
Use for selection adjustments during sound,
set up and preset channel functions.
CHANNEL –/+ keys
Use to select the channels.
0LISTEN MODE %/fikeys ‡
Use to select the listening mode.
!INPUT MODE key 8
Use to select the Input mode.
@DISC SEL. key
INPUT SEL. key
Use to operate other components.
#TV key
Use to turn the TV on or off.
$SOURCE key
Use to turn the other source components on
or off.
% TV MODE key
Use to select the TV equipment.
^RCV MODE key
Use to switch the remote control unit to the
receiver control mode.
&TV INPUT key
Use to select TV’s input.
*TV MUTE key
Use to temporarily mute the TV sound.
(TV VOL. %/fikeys
Use to adjust the TV’s volume.
)MUTE key •
Use to temporarily mute the sound.
¡VOLUME %/fikeys §
Use to adjust the receiver’s volume.
™BAND key º
Use to select the broadcast band.
3/8key
Use to operate the DVD, CD, MD or VCR
component.
AUTO/MONO key º
Use to select the auto or manual tuning
mode.
7key
Use to operate the DVD, CD, MD or VCR
component.
£SLEEP key w
Use to set the Sleep timer.
÷ key
Use to operate the MD or VCR components.
¢TUNING 1/¡ keys º
Use to tune the broadcast station.
∞DSP MODE key °
Use to select any of the DSP mode.
DOLBY VIRTUAL key ·
Use to select the Dolby Virtual Speaker and
the Dolby Headphone setting.
STEREO key °
Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO.
THX key ‡
Use to switch the status of THX.
§PAGE %/fikeys
Use to operate other components.
RDS DISP. key ¤
Use to receive RDS broadcast.
PTY key ‹
Use for PTY search.
¶LEARN key
Use to register other components. e
Use to memorize the operation of the other
remote code. t
•DISC SKIP key
LAST key
Use to operate other components.
STANDBY
RECEIVER
SOURCE TV
VIDEO2VIDEO1
DVD/6CH
PHONOMD/TAPE
CD/DVD
RCV MODEACTIVE EQ
TUNER
TV INPUT
TV MUTE
INFO
LOUDNESS
ANGLE
BASS BOOST
SUBTITLE
TONE
AUDIO
TOP MENU
/SETUP
RETURN
/EXIT
ON SCREEN
/GUIDE
MENU
/SOUND
ENTER
BAND
– CHANNEL +
MULTI
MULTI
DIMMER
DSP MODE RDS DISP.
DOLBY VIRTUAL
AUTO/MONO SLEEP
PAGE
THXSTEREO
LISTEN MODE
LEARNLASTINPUT SEL.
DISC SKIP PTY
DISC SEL.
INPUT MODE
ON
VIDEO3
AV AUX
TV MODE
TV VOL.
MUTE
P. CALL TUNING
VOLUME
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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.
CAUTION
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”. „
Setting up the system
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 and VIDEO 2 and VIDEO 3 are FULL AUTO.
After completing connections and turning on this model, follow the
steps below.
INPUT MODE
INPUT
SELECTOR
Input Selector
keys
INPUT MODE
1Use the INPUT SELECTOR key or 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
1FULL AUTO (digital input, analog input)
2DIGITAL MANUAL (digital input)
In CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 or DVD/6CH play mode
1FULL AUTO (digital input, analog input)
2DIGITAL MANUAL (digital input)
36CH INPUT (DVD/6CH input only)
4ANALOG (analog input)
Auto detect:
In FULL AUTO mode ("AUTO DETECT" indicator lights up), the
receiver detects the digital or analog input signals automatically.
The receiver will select the input mode and listening mode auto-
matically during playback to match the type of input signal (Dolby
Digital, PCM, DTS) and the speaker setting. ‡
The "DIGITAL" indicator lights up when a digital signal is
detected. The "DIGITAL" indicator is extinguished when no
digital signal is detected.
Fixed to digital input:
Select this mode if you want to keep the decoding condition (Dolby
Digital, DTS, PCM, etc.) in the current listen mode.
When DIGITAL MANUAL mode is selected, the set listen modes
may be changed automatically depending on the input signal. ‡
Fixed to analog input:
Select this setting to play analog signals from a VCR, etc.
If the INPUT MODE key is pressed quickly, sound may not be
produced. Press the INPUT MODE key again.
•Speaker settings
•Input mode setting
•Sound mode settings
•Broadcast band
•Frequency setting
•Preset stations
•Tuning mode
•ACTIVE EQ mode
•GAME mode setting
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
•Input selector settings
•Speaker ON/OFF
•Volume level
•BASS, TREBLE, INPUT level
• TONE ON/OFF
• LOUDNESS ON/OFF
•Dimmer level
•Listen mode setting
CAUTION
The power in this equipment will not be completely cut off from the wall
outlet when the power switch is turned off.
Install the equipment so that the wall outlet is easily accessible and, in
case of emergency, immediately unplug the power cord from the wall
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Connecting the terminals
1Strip coating. 2Loosen.
3Insert. 4Secure.
•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 unnatu-
ral with ambiguous acoustic imaging. Be sure to connect the speakers
correctly.
Setting up the system
Speaker impedance
After confirming the speaker impedance indications printed on the
rear panel of this model, connect speakers with matching
impedance ratings. Using speakers with a rated impedance other
than that indicated on the rear panel of this model could result in
malfunctions or damage to the speakers or this model.
Speaker placement
For optimum results, place the Surround Back speakers together for
THX Select2 Cinema, THX MusicMode, and THX Games.
*For Surround Back Speaker, you may place either two Surround
Back Speakers (Surround Back Left Speaker and Surround Back
Right Speaker) for 7.1 channel surround sound system or one
Surround Back Speaker for 6.1 channel surround sound system.
Front (left and right) 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.
Surround (left and right) 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.
Subwoofer
Usually, place the subwoofer in the front center position in the
listening room, near one of the front speakers near the center
speaker. (Since the subwoofer has less directivity than other speak-
ers, it can be placed almost in any position that can offer the best low
frequency reproduction according to the room layout.)
Surround Back Speaker/s
Place the surround back speaker behind the listening position, at the
same height as the left and right 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. (
(*Surround Back Speaker)
Subwoofer
Center Speaker
Front Speakers
(L, R)
Surround Speakers
(L, R)
Listening
position
*Surround Back
Left Speaker *Surround Back
Right Speaker
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DVD/6CH INPUT
FRONT SURROUND
SUB
WOOFER
CENTER
PLAY IN
PLAY IN
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL
VIDEO 3
OPTICAL
MONITORCD/DVD
DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
DVD/
6CH
VIDEO
2
ROOM B
MONITOR
DVD
DVD MONITOR
Connecting a DVD player (6-channel input)
If you have connected a DVD player to this model with digital connection, be sure to read the “Input mode settings” section carefully. 8
FRONT
OUT L/R
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
(AUDIO)
DVD Player
S VIDEO cord
SURROUND
OUT L/R
VIDEO OUT
CENTER
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
Setting up the system
For COMPONENT VIDEO
connection $
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IN IN REC OUT PLAY IN
CD/DVD MD/TAPE PHONO
R
L
R
L
Connecting audio components
Record Player
with MM cartridge
Setting up the system
To AC wall outlet
Cassette Deck or
MD Recorder
DVD Player or CD Player
IN
OUT
Moving coil (MC) cartridge record
player cannot be used directly
from this model unit. It can only
be used when equalizer amplifier
for MC cartridge is connected.
OUT
OUT
CAUTION
Be sure to adhere to the following, or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard.
•Do not place any object impairing heat radiation onto the top of the 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
•The earth terminal with
the Hsymbol is used
for noise reduction of
record player. It is not
for safety earth.
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OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
PLAY INPLAY INPLAY INREC OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
MONITOR
DVD
Connecting video components
IN
Video Recorder
Monitor TV
OUT
S VIDEO Jacks
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.
Video
IN
Setting up the system
Video Audio
DVD Player or LD Player
• A video component with digital audio outputs should be connected to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 jacks.
• For optimum video performance, THX recommends that video pass through (bypass) is used.
DVD Player or LD Player
Video Audio
IN
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
Video Audio
OUT
* DVD IN input jack is used for
either CD/DVD input or DVD/
6CH input.
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COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL
VIDEO 3
OPTICAL
MONITORCD/DVD
DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
VIDEO
2
DVD/
6CH
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 this model, be sure to read the “Input mode settings” section carefully. 8
COAXIAL
DIGITAL
OUT
(AUDIO)
DOLBY DIGITAL RF
OUT (AUDIO)
OPTICAL DIGITAL
OUT (AUDIO)
LD Player
PCM OUT
Setting up the system
RF digital demodulator
(Commercially available)
DVD Player or CD Player
Optical
fiber cable Component with DTS,
Dolby Digital, or PCM
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL DIGITAL
OUT (AUDIO)
Connect the video signal and
analog audio signals to the VIDEO
3 jacks.
(See “Connecting video compo-
nents”.) @
To connect an LD player with a DIGITAL RF OUT, connect the LD player to an RF digital demodulator (Commercially available).
Next, connect the DIGITAL OUT jack of the demodulator to the DIGITAL IN jack of this model.
Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 jacks. (See “Connecting video components”.)
Component with DTS,
Dolby Digital, or PCM
COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL DIGITAL
OUT (AUDIO)
Connect the video signal and
analog audio signals to the VIDEO
2 jacks.
(See “Connecting video compo-
nents”.) @
Optical fiber cable
Optical
fiber cable
OPTICAL DIGITAL
IN (AUDIO)
MD Recorder
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DVD
IN
VIDEO
3
IN
MONITOR OUT VIDEO 2 IN
C R C B
YC
R C B
Y
C R
C B
Y
C R IN
C
B IN
YIN
C
R OUT
C
B OUT
YOUT
C R OUT
C
B OUT
YOUT
C
R OUT
C
B OUT
YOUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
Setting up the system
Connecting video components (COMPONENT VIDEO)
If you have connected this model to a video component with COMPONENT jacks, you can get a better picture quality than by connecting to the S-VIDEO
jacks.
When connecting the TV to the COMPONENT jacks, be sure to connect all the other components to the COMPONENT jacks.
Monitor TV
(with component jacks)
Video Recorder, DVD Recorder,
Satellite Cable Tuner & Game
Player (with component jacks)
DVD Player (with component jacks)
* DVD IN input jack is used for
either CD/DVD input or DVD/
6CH input.
Video Recorder, DVD Recorder,
Satellite Cable Tuner & Game
Player (with component jacks)
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SUB WOOFER
CENTER
PRE OUT
GRAY
SURROUND
RL
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
BLUE
TAN
RLBROWN
GREENWHITERED
RLCENTERFRONT A
-
+
SURROUND
BACK
RL
FRONT B
-
+
Right
Front Speakers B
Right
Left
Connecting the speakers
Setting up the system
Left
Center
Speaker Right Left
Front Speakers A
Surround Speakers
Powered
Subwoofer
Left
Right
Surround Back Speaker/s
When connecting a single
Surround Back Speaker,
connect it to SURROUND
BACK L terminals and se-
lect “SB LARGEx1” or “SB
NML/THXx1” at Speaker
settings. £
• To make sure that each speaker has been connected properly, pay attention to the test tone from each speaker.
Refer to “2
Adjust the speaker volume level .” £
• When you wish to connect the second pair of Front speakers or to connect the speakers in a different room to this unit, use the
SPEAKERS FRONT B terminals for connection.
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Setting up the system
ROOM B FRONT SURROUND SURROUND BACK
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
PRE OUT
R
L
PRE OUT connections
This receiver has additional PRE OUT jacks. These can be used for various purposes, but will need to be connected to an external power amplifier as
shown in the example below.
•Connecting a speaker cord directly to a PRE OUT jack will not produce any sound from the speaker.
•To use the PRE OUT jacks, press only the SPEAKERS A key to the ON position. §
Power Amplifier
Center Speaker
Powered
Subwoofer
Surround Back
Speakers
Surround Speakers
Front Speakers
LR
LR
LR
Power Amplifier
Power Amplifier
Power Amplifier
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Setting up the system
VIDEO
OUT
ROOM B
ROOM B FRONT SURROUND SURROUND BACK
SUB WOOFER
CENTER
PRE OUT
R
L
Connecting to another room (ROOM B)
This connection allows you to connect your main system to a monitor TV and speaker system located in another area (ROOM B).
Power Amplifier
Front Speakers
(Room B)
Monitor TV (Room B)
ROOM B
ROOM A
(Main system)
The sound from ROOM B PRE OUT jacks is the same as that of the Front Speakers.
When listening in another room (ROOM B), set the LISTEN mode to STEREO. °
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Connecting to the AV AUX jacks
The AV AUX jacks are convenient for connection of video components
such as a camcorder or a video game.
•This model has a game function which is convenient for using
game equipment.
It is recommended that the game equipment be connected to
AV AUX jacks and the game mode be turned ON. §
•To select the source connected to the AV AUX jacks press AV
AUX/GAME key. §
•When you connect the audio source such as the MD player, you
do not need to connect the video cable.
•When you connect the component with the S VIDEO cord, you
can get better picture quality.
FM
75
GND
AM
ANTENNA
Connecting the antennas
The broadcast reception cannot be made unless the antennas are
connected. Connect the antennas correctly as instructed below.
AM Loop Antenna
Place the supplied loop antenna as far as possible from the receiver, TV
set, speaker cords and power cord, and adjust the direction for best
reception.
AM Antenna Terminal connections
1Push lever. 2Insert cord. 3Release lever.
FM Indoor Antenna
The supplied indoor antenna is for temporary use only. For stable signal
reception we recommend using an outdoor antenna. Disconnect the
indoor antenna when you connect one outdoors.
FM Antenna Terminal connections
Insert cord.
FM Outdoor Antenna
Lead the 75Ωcoaxial cable connected to the FM outdoor antenna into the
room and connect it to the 75ΩFM terminal.
S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R
AV AUX/GAME
S VIDEO OUT
S VIDEO cord
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
AM Loop Antenna
FM Indoor Antenna
Use an antenna
adaptor
(Commercially
available)
Attach to the stand
Setting up the system
Video game, Camcorder,
other VCR or Portable
MD Player
FM Outdoor Antenna
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Preparing for surround sound
Before setting up the speakers
For the optimum surround playback, variety of speaker settings are
necessary.
Following the procedure below, go through the settings described in
further pages.

1
When performing "Setting up the speakers automatically
(AUTO SETUP)", connect the provided microphone for setup
to the SETUP MIC jack.
2
Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER
ON/OFF key and (POWER ON/STANDBY) key, or RECEIVER
ON key.
3
If you want to use the remote control unit, press the RCV
MODE key on the remote control unit to set it to the receiver
control mode.
4
Press the SETUP key to enter the SETUP mode.
Use the
5 / ∞ keys or MULTI @ / # keys for the following dis-
plays.
1AUTO SETUP
2MANUAL SETUP
3SW RE-MIX
4CROSSOVER
5SB SPACING
6BASS PEAK
7LFE LEVEL
8AUDIO DELAY
9DISPLAY MODE
0SETTING LOCK
-EXIT
The flow of the SETUP is as follows:
AUTO SETUP
SW RE-MIX
CROSSOVER
BASS PEAK
AUDIO DELAY
DISPLAY MODE
SETTING LOCK
CALIBRATE
CONFIRM
TEST SIG LVL
RETURN
RETURN
SP SETUP
SP LEVEL
SP DISTANCE
START
Measuring
COMPLETE
RETURN
ERROR
MESSAGE
WARNING
MESSAGE
T. TONE
AUTO
T. TONE
MANUAL
T. TONE
OFF
RETURN
SB SPACING
LFE LEVEL
EXIT
Analyzing
MANUAL SETUP
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Preparing for surround sound
Setting up the speakers automatically
(AUTO SETUP)
“Kenwood Room Acoustic Calibration”
A very loud test sound is produced during the measure-
ment. Please take into consideration that it may disturb
your neighborhood, especially, when you measure it at the
night time.
“Kenwood Room Acoustic Calibration” function automatically per-
forms the following adjustments with the provided microphone by
measuring sound characteristics for the best listening environment
according to your room conditions and speakers layout.
1Speaker presence and its size
2Volume level differences from each speaker
3Sound delay from speakers
4Room sound characteristics
• Image of the measurement
Place the microphone at a height of your ears.
Do not place any obstacles between the microphone and speakers
during the measurement.
The measurement may not be carried out properly because of
speaking voice or other noise. Keep it down while measuring.
1
Perform automatic calibration.
1Use the 5/∞keys or MULTI @/#keys to select the “AUTO
SETUP” and press the MEMORY/ENTER key or the ENTER key.
2Use the 5/∞keys or MULTI @/#keys to select the "CALI-
BRATE" and press the MEMORY/ENTER key or the ENTER key.
• The display which indicates start of the measurement, "START"
is displayed.
• If you wish not to start measuring, use the 5/∞keys or MULTI
@/#keys to select "RETURN", and then press the MEMORY/
ENTER key or the ENTER key to return to "CALIBRATE"
display.
3Press the MEMORY/ENTER key or the ENTER key to start
measuring.
• The display which indicates during the measurement, "Measur-
ing..." is displayed.
• It takes about 2 minutes to complete the measurement.
• If the provided microphone is not connected, "E01:No MIC" is
displayed and no measurement is performed.
• After the measurement is completed, analyzing starts and
"Analyzing x/4" (x changes from 1 to 4) is displayed. When the
analyzing is completed, "COMPLETE" will be shown for a few
seconds, and changed to "CONFIRM".
• Do not turn off the receiver while measuring. Otherwise, the
measurement contents are changed back to the factory setting.
2
Exit the AUTO SETUP mode.
When "CONFIRM" is displayed, press the MEMORY/ENTER key
or the ENTER key.
• The display which indicates the confirmation of the measurement
contents, "SP SETUP" is displayed. ™
• Use the 5/∞keys or MULTI @/#keys to select "RETURN" while
"CONFIRM" is displayed, and then press the MEMORY/ENTER
key or the ENTER key to return to the "AUTO SETUP" display.
Notes
• Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of subwoofers and the
interaction with the room, THX recommends setting the level and the
distance of the subwoofer manually.
• Sometimes due to interaction with the room, you may notice irregular
results when setting the level and/or distance of the main speakers.
If this happens, THX recommends setting them manually.
• Please note that any THX main speakers should be set to NML/THX
(80Hz).
If you set up your speakers using AUTO SETUP, please make sure
manually that any THX speakers are set to NML/THX with 80Hz
CROSSOVER.
Test signal level adjustment
If a message such as "Exx : No Spk XX" or "Wxx : No Spk XX" is displayed
even though each speaker is connected correctly, adjust the level of the
test signal.
1While "CONFIRM" or "CALIBRATE" is displayed, use the 5/∞
keys or MULTI @/#keys to select "TEST SIG LVL", and then
press the MEMORY/ENTER key or the ENTER key.
2Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or MULTI %/fikeys to select a
test signal level.
1LEVEL LOW
2LEVEL MID
3LEVEL HIGH
3Press the MEMORY/ENTER key or the ENTER key to accept the
setting.
4Proceed to step 2of "1Perform automatic calibration."
Cancelling the measurement
If you operate any of the keys shown below, the measurement is
cancelled and the display is return to the ordinary input display.
1(POWER ON/STANDBY) key or RECEIVER STANDBY key
2VOLUME CONTROL knob or VOLUME %/fikeys
3SETUP key
4INPUT SELECTOR key
• If the measurement is cancelled, the measurement contents are
changed back to the factory setting.
About error messages
If the receiver detects some kind of problems while in calibration, an error
message is shown in the display, and the processing is stopped.
Eliminate the problem according to the message and try the calibration
again. If there are more than one error messages, press the 5/∞keys or
MULTI @/#keys to find the next one while the message is shown on the
display.
Press the MEMORY/ENTER key or the ENTER key to return to the
“CALIBRATE“ display.
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