Kenwood VR-6070 User manual

AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER
VR-6070
KRF-X90600
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 suppliedremote 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
aproper 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 ~~) (K, P, T, M, Y, X) ~~Y:.: 0110

Before applying the power
U.nits 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 I220-240 V switchable*
For the UnitedKingdom
Factoryfitted mouldedmains plug
The mains plug contains afuse For replacement, use only a13-
Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse
2. The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse in the
moulded plug.
3Do notcut
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 apossible 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
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of athree-pin plug
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
A~
A
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.
A
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
EN-
CLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO
CONSTITUTE A
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS
A
THE EXCLAMATION POINTWITHIN AN EOUILATERAL TRI-
ANGLE
IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRES-
ENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE LITERATURE ACCOM-
PANYING
THE APPLIANCE.
it Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe
operation.
*AC voltage selection
The AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel is set to the voltage
that prevails
in the area to which tile unit is shipped Befol'e
connecting the
power cord to your AC outlet, make sure that the
setting position of this switch matches YOLli' line
volta~J8 If not, it
must be set to your voltage in accordance wltl) the following dilectioll
AC voltage selector switch
Move switch lever to
match your line voltage
with asmall screwdriver
or other pointed tool.
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Note:
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by (J>ccessive line
voltage due to Improper setting of the
AC voltage seledol ,~I/liitcll
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Before applying the power
Contents
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
AM loop antenna (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.)
Setup code chart (RC-R0813) (VR-6070) and
(RC-R0814) (KRF-X9060D) .... 43
Setup code chart (RC-R0815) (KRF-X9060D)
(For the U K. only) .....44
CASSETTE deck. CD player & MD recorder
operations. .. 45
Other components' operations. .46
In case of difficulty 48
it. Specifications 50
* AC plug adaptor (1)
FM indoor antenna (1)
For KRF-X9060D
(For the U.K. only)
Remote control unit (1)
RC-R0815
RF remote antenna (1)
(For VR-6070 only)
For KRF-X9060D
Remote control unit (1)
RC-R0814
ForVR-6070
Remote control unit (1)
RC-R0813
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are present.
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.
If
Normal playback 26
Preparing for playback 26
Listening to asource component 26
Adjusting the sound 27
Recording , 29
Recording audio lanalog 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 UK only). 30
Presetting radio stations manually .30
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 UK 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
Convenienl funclions 38
Basic remote control operations for other
components 41
Registerrng setup codes for other
components. 41
Operating other components 42
Storing the remote control code of
the other components .42
6 Before applying the power 2
1-, 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 IRC-R0813) (VR-6070) and
(RC-R0814) (KRF-X9060D) . 7
Remote control unit (RC-R0815) (KRF-X9060D)
(For the U K. onlyl 8
Setting up the system 9
Connecting audio components 10
Connecting video components 11
Digital connections 12
Connecting video components
(COMPONENT VIDEO) 13
Connecting aDVD 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
COllnecting 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
Caution: Read the pages marked 6carefully to ensure
safe operation.

Before applying the power
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
Showsyou how to operate other components using the remote control.
as well as adetailed explanation of all remote control operations. Once
you have registered your components with theproper setupcodes, 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.
AdditionalInformation
Showsyou additional information such as "In case of difficulty" (trouble-
shooting) and "Specifications".
Maintenance of the unit
When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with asoft, dry
cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc for these agents may
cause discoloration.
In regard to contact cleaner
Do notuse contact cleaners because it could cause amalfunction. Be
specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil, for they
may deform the plastic component.
~ As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Kenwood Corpora-
~ tion 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.
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 1day.
For the U.S.A.
FCC WARNING
This equipmentmay generateor 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 testedand found to complywith the limits for
aClass Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in aresidential 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 guaran-
tee that interference will not occur in aparticular 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 acircuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected
- - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio /TV techniCian for help.
For the U.S.A.
FCC Compliance Notice
Audio-video Receiver, VR-6070
These devices comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is sublect
to the following two conditions (1) This device may notcause harmful
Interference, and (2) thisdevicemustacceptany 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]
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, includinginterferencethat maycause undesiredoperation
of the device
The term "IC:" before the certification/registration number only
signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met
For the U.S.A.
Note to CA TV system installer
This reminder is provided tocall 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
•Power mode.
•Input selector settings.
•Picture output.
•Speaker ON/OFF.
•Volume level.
• BASS, TREBLE, INPUT level.
•TONE ON/OFF.
•LOUDNESS ON/OFF.
•Dimmer level.
• MDIT APE settings.
•RF-BAND. (VR-6070 only)
•Listen mode setting.
•Speaker settings.
• SW RE-MIX ON/OFF
•Distance setting.
•Bass peak level.
•Input mode setting.
•Midnight mode setting.
• PRO LOGIC II mode setting.
• CS II mode setting.
•Broadcast band.
•Frequency setting.
•Preset stations.
•Tuning mode.
.THX mode.
•ACTIVE EO mode.
• SPEAKER EO mode.
• DSP mode.
J

Before applying the power
Special features
True home theater sound
This receiver incorporates a wide variety of sU('found modes to bring you
maximum enjoyment from your video software Select asurround mode
according to your equipment or the software you are going to play and
enjoy' -i.l-~
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 dimel)slon of depth, spacious ambience and sound localization
to home theater audio
This system features Re-equalization (Re-EOl. Timbre Matching, Adap-
tive Decorrelation, Bass Peak Level Managerand Loudspeaker Position
Time Synchronizatiol). which reproduces similar cinematic effects In
the home environmel)t
Do/by Digital and Do/by Digita/ EX
The DOLBY DIGITAL mode lets yOLi 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 ) channel sources. This is done using amatrix decoder that
derives three surround channels from the two in the original recording
For best results. Dolby Digital EX should be used with movie sound-
tracks recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX
Dolby PRO LOG/C IJ
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
convlnclllg "51 like" presentation PRO LOGIC II offers special fea-
tures for controlling the overall spatial, dimensionalityand frontal sound
field imaging PRO LOGIC II produces an impressive surround sound
from video software marked DOl DOUIY SURAOUND Iand three-dimensional
space from music CD When listening to music, you will be able to enjoy
the experience of sheer STEREO surround sound
o TS-ES
The DTS-ES (Digital TheaterSystem-Extended Surround) is a6 1-channel
Discrete Surround format which is extended to DTS-ES Discrete 6 1.
DTS-Matrlx 6 1 and DTS NE06. It is a 6 1 channel expanded from 5 1
surroundwhichincludes an additionalsurround-centerchannel 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 1or 6 1channel 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
Multi channel surround sound
(SRS Circle Surround II Ce)CS )
SRS Circle Surround lI™ improves on its predecessor CS-5 1™ result-
ing in the CS-6 1™system, enabling you to listen to realistic. multi-
channel. surround sound playback from astereo source orconventional
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
DSP surround modes
The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) used for this receiver incorporates
avariety of high quality adjustable sound fields. like "ARENA", "JAZZ
CLUB", "THEATER", "STADIUM" and "DISCO" Itiscompatiblewith
almost any kind of program source
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 EO
ACTIVE EO mode will produce amore dynamic sound quality in any
condition You can enjoy amore impressive sound effect when ACTIVE
EO is turned on during Dolby Digital and DTS playback.
SPEAKER EO
The SPEAKER EO function willautomaticallydetectthe various features
of eacll speaker and etrectively creales astereoscopic sound effect.
Remote control
Some of the remote controls have two kinds of signal
UniversallR (/nfraRed) 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-6010 only)
YOLI 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.

Names and functions of parts
Main unit
Frequency display
Input display
Preset channel display
Surround mode display
Display
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Listen mode
indicators
RDS indicators
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~ M M Y Indicator
III ....... :: STEREO Indicator
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Speaker selection indicators
Input channel indicators
Output channel indicators
Speaker
MUTE CLIP Input mode
indicators indicator indicator indicators
L
PTICAL!CIt INPUT rmIiJDI&,
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POWER
(For VR·60701
eSOUND key -Q[)
Use to adjust the sound quality and the ambi-
ence effects.
f9 BAND key -~
Use to select the broadcast band.
(JJ) AUTO key -iJ9J
Use to select the auto or manual tuning
mode.
(JJ) TONE key -~
Use to switch the status of TONE control.
fi) MEMORY key -Q.[)
Use to store radio stations in the preset
memory.
~ SETUP key -~
Use to select the speakers' settings etc
fJ A/v keys -(JjJ
Use for selectionadjustments during SOUND,
SETUP and PRESET CHANNEL functions.
fl) MULTI CONTROL knob -CW
Use to control avariety of settings.
If) LISTEN MODE knob -~
Use to select the listening mode.
a; AV AUX (S VIDEO, VIDEO, L·AUDIO-R)
jacks
-~
~ AV AUX key -Q[;
Use to switch the input to AV AUX
DTS
indicator -Q[)
Lights when the receiver is in the DTS mode.
CS n indicator -00
Lights when the receiver is in the CIRCLE
SURROUND II mode.
GACTIVE EO key
Use to select ACTIVE EO's setting.
QDSP key
Use
to select any of the DSP mode
QSTEREO key -CW
Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO.
El INPUT MODE key -00
Use to switch between the full auto, digital
and analog inputs.
oDIMMER key
Use to select the REC MODE. -lliJ
Use to adjust the brightness of the display.
-l$J
-~
-em
oVOLUME CONTROL knob
oMUTE key
Use to temporarily mute the sound.
ePHONES jack
Use for headphone listening.
~ Input Selector keys -~
(DVD/6CH, CD/DVD, PHONO, TUNER,
VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, MD/TAPE)
Use to select input sources
oPOWER ON/OFF key
(For KRF·X9060DI
-CUJ
Use to turn the main power ON/OFF.
GON/STANDBY <!:J key
(For KRF·X9060DI -CUJ
Use to turn the power ON/STANDBY when
the
POWER is turned ON
STANDBY indicator
GPOWER ON/STANDBY <!:J key
(For VR·60701
-CUJ
Use to turn the power ON/STANDBY
STANDBY indicator
eASPEAKERS Bkeys -~
Use to turn the AlB speakers ON/OFF.
oTHX key -00
Use to switch the status of THX.
oSPEAKER EO key -em
Use to select SPEAKER EO's setting.
G Surround indicators
THX indicator -iJll
Lights when the receiver is in the THX mode.
SPEAKER EO
indicator -~
Lights when the receiver is in the SPEAKER
EO mode.
ACTIVE EO
indicator -~
Lights when the receiver is in the ACTIVE EO
mode.
DOLBY DIGITAL indicator -~
Lights when the receiver is in the Dolby
Digital mode.
C~nn8ction ~'t'POWtR;ON/OFF key (for KRF-X9060D)
While the standby indicator is lit. asmall 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.
6
EN
The power in this equipment will not be completely cut off from the AC
wall outlet when the main switch is turned OFF.

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 -CSl
(
If the name of afunction is different on
the receiver and on the
remote control,
the
name of the remote control key in
this manual is indicatedin parentheses.
-00
-00
-WJ
o LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
6LEARN key -~
Use to memorize the operation of the other
remote controls
QREMOTE MODE keys (DVD, CBl, DSS/
SAT,VCR,TV, OTHERS) -~
Use to select the components registered at
the respective Input
QNumeric keys -::ll:,
Provide functions identical to those of the
originaIremote control supplied withthe com-
ponent you
are controlling.
9INPUT MODE key -cr::
Use to switch between the full auto. digital
and analog input
eSTEREO key -~
Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO
o CH +/- keys
Use to select the channels
~~I DVD I~ keys
When in DVD player operations. these keys
function
as skip keys
o TV CONTROL keys
Use when in TV operation.
oTOP MENU key
Use to operate the DVD component
SET UP key -cv:
Use to select the speakers' settings etc.
ll1) Joystick
ENTER
Use to operate other components.
MULTI CONTROL A/~ -cw
Use to control avariety of settings.
Use to operate other components.
P.CALL I~~ /DOWN ~ and P.CALL/UP ~
~ -~
Use forselection adjustments during SOUND,
SET UP and PRESET channel functions
mPAGE b./'V key
Use to operate the DVD component.
oOSD key
Use to operate the DVD component
e TUNING ~/~ keys
Use to operate the tuner mode
If
CD. MD or TAPE is selected as the input
source, these keys function as search keys.
In DISC SEL key
Use to operate other components.
INPUT SEL key
Use to operate other components.
oDISC 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 Bdeck of adouble cassette deck.
f!J INPUT SELECTOR keys (DVD/6CH, CD/DVD,
PHONO,TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO3,
MD/TAPE, AV AUX) -~
Use to select the input sources
GLOUDNESS key -eli,
Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS.
oSOURCE <!> key
Use to turn the other components ON/OFF
oPOWER <!> key -~
Use to turn the receiver ON/OFF.
(1) RECEIVER key
Use to return to the operation of the receiver.
$ THX key -~
Use to sWitch the status of THX.
f1J LISTEN MODE b./'V keys -~
Use to select the listening mode.
(J) ACTIVE EO key -lli
Use to select ACTIVE EO's setting.
€! SPEAKER EO key -:.n.
Use to select SPEAKER EO's setting.
@) DSP MODE key
Use to select any of the DSP mode.
€1 MUTE key
Use to temporarily mute the sound.
~ VOLUME +/- keys
Use to adjust the receiver volume.
€1 MENU key
Use to operate other components.
SOUND key -Oil
Use to adjust the sound qualityand the ambi-
ence effects
~ RETURN key
Use to operate other components.
@) ~/II key
If CD is selected as the input source, this key
functions
as the play/pause key
IfMDorTAPE key
is selected as inputsource,
this key functions
as the play key.
BAND key
Use to select the broadcast band.
$ ~key
Use to operate other components.
FLIP key
Use to operate other components.
G DIMMER key -~
Use to adjust the brightness of the display.
II key
Use to operate other components.
G. key
If CD, MD, or TAPE IS selected as the input
source, this key functions
as the stop key.
AUTO key -Q[)
Use to select the auto or manual tuning
mode.
el TONE key -CllJ
Use to switch the status of TONE control.
G) BASS BOOST key -em
Use to select the maximum adjustment set-
ting for the low frequency range.

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.
-CB::
o--.J-I----r-~
If the name of afunction is different on
the receiver and on
the remote control,
the
name of the remote control key in
this manual is indicated in parentheses,
o LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
eLEARN key -mJ
Use to memorize the operation of the other
remote controls.
€) REMOTE MODE keys (DVD, CD, CBLISAT,
VCR,
TV, OTHERS) -Clil
Use to select the components registered at
the respective input.
e Numeric keys -CllJ
Provide functions identical to those of the
original remotecontrol suppliedwiththe com-
ponent you
are controlling.
e INPUT MODE key -00
Use to switch between the full auto, digital
and analog input.
eSTEREO key -00
Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO.
oCH +1- keys
Use to select the channels.
~DVD~keys
When in DVD player operations, these keys
function
as skip keys.
Q TV CONTROL keys
Use when in TV operation.
o TOP MENU key
Use to operate the DVD component.
SET UP key -~
Use to select the speakers' settings etc.
eJoystick
ENTER
Use to operate other components.
MULTI CONTROL 1..1" -CUJ
Use to control avariety of settings.
Use to operate other components.
P,CALL ~ IDOWN ... and P.CALL/UP ~
.. -ell)
Use for selection adjustments during SOUND,
SET UP and PRESET channel functions.
o PTYkey -~
Use for PTY search,
PAGE DOWN
Use to operate the DVD component.
RDS DISP key -eli:
Use to receive RDS broadcast.
PAGE UP
Use to operate the DVD component.
GOSD key
Use to operate the DVD component.
e 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.
ID DISC SEl key
Use to operate other components,
INPUT SEL key
Use to operate other components.
eDISC SKIP key
If CD is selected as the Input source, this key
functions as the multi-CD player disc skip key.
AlB key
,nAPE is selected as the input source, this is
A and Bdeck of adouble cassette deck.
oINPUT SELECTOR keys (DVD/6CH,CD/DVD,
PHONO,TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3,
MD/TAPE, AV AUXI -00
Use to select the Input sources.
oLOUDNESS key -ell:
Use to switch the status of LOUDNESS.
oSOURCE 6key
Use to turn the other components ONIOFF
GPOWER 6key -m:;
Use to turn the receiver ON/OFF.
eI RECEIVER key
Use to return to the operation of the receiver.
~ THX key -OC
Use to switch the status of THX.
f1J LISTEN MODE 61\7 keys -IJ:§:)
Use to select the listening mode.
@) ACTIVE EO key -C'll;
Use to select ACTIVE EO's setting,
fl) SPEAKER EO key -Cll,
Use to select SPEAKER EO's setting.
$DSP MODE key -~
Use to select any of the DSP mode
f'1) MUTE key -c::u:
Use to temporarily mute the sound
Qi VOLUME +1- keys -[]jJ
Use to adjust the receiver volume.
I!li MENU key
Use to operate other components.
SOUND key -Q§:
Use to adjust the sound quality and the ambi-
ence effects.
lii RETURN key
Use to operate other components.
G.. III key
If CD is selected as the input source, this key
functions
as the play/pause key.
If MDorTAPE key is selected as inputsource,
this key functions
as the play key.
BAND key -:J.gJ
Use to select the broadcast band.
G ... key
Use to operate other components
FLIP key
Use to operate other components
fj DIMMER key -~
Use to adjust the brightness of the display.
II key
Use to operate other components.
G. key
If CD, MD, or TAPE is selected as the input
Jsource, this key functions as the stop key.
AUTO key -Q2:
Use to select the auto or manual tuning
mode.
~ TONE key -lJ].
Use to switch the status of TONE control.
@) BASS BOOST key -c::u:
Use to select the maximum adjustment set-
ting for the low frequency range.

oUse the Input Selector keys to select CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3
or DVD/6CH.
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 settingsfor audio signal playback for CD/DVD,
DVD/6CH, VIDEO 2and VIDEO 3are full auto.
To use the analog audio inputfor playback instead (if, forexample, you
have connected a VCR tothe VIDEO 2or VIDEO 3input), 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.
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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 referto the instruction manuals supplied
with the compo-
nents you are connecting.
Do
not connect the power cord to awall 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 cor'a from the AC outlet before plugging
or unplugging any connec\lOn cords Plugging/unplugging connection
cords without disconnecting the power cord can cause malfunctions
i1nd Illily dilmilge the unit
3Do not COllnect power cords from components whose power con-
sumpt,oll 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 ill an "analog" form. This means the audio signal
corresponds to the actual audio of two channels. These cables usually
have 2plugs on each end, one red for the right channel and one whitefor
the left channel These cables are usually packed together with the
source unit. or are available at your local electronics retailer
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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
fJ) Press the INPUT MODE key.
Each press switches the setting as follows:
In DTS play mode
CIFULL AUTO (digital input. analog input)
:g. DIGITAL MANUAL (digital Input)
In CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3or DVD/6CH play mode
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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 acassette 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 modeautomatically
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 aDolby 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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Connecting video components
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format digital signals.
If you have connected any digital
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Connect the video signal and analog audio signals to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3jacks, (See "Connecting video components".)

Setting up the system
Connecting video components (COMPONENT VIDEO)
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Setting lip the system
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Setting up the system
PRE OUT connections
This receiver has additional preout 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.
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-To use
the PRE OUT jacks, press only the SPEAKERS Akey to the ON position.
-If you choose "6ch AMP SB", sound will be heard from the PRE OUT Surround Back Left speaker (monoraul) only.
-This connection is available for listening in
ROOM B.

Setting up the system
Connecting the speakers
Surround Speakers
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surround speakers)
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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 1meter
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 fight
speakers behind the listening position at the same height as the side
surround speakers
Connection of banana plugs (For the U.S.A. and Canada)
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-Sound will not be heard if the speaker terminal is not fully secured
-Never short circuit the + and -speaker cords
-If the leftand right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker
cords are connected with reversed polarity, the sound will be
unnatural with ambiguousacoustic imaging. Be sure toconnect the
speakers correctly
Speaker impedance
After confirming the speaker impedance indications printed on the
rear panel of the receiver, connect speakers with matching imped-
ance ratings. Using speakers with arated impedance other than that
indicatedon therear panel of the receiver could result in malfunctions
or damage to the speakers or receiver.
-Although the ideal surround system consists of all the speakers
listed above, ifyou don't have acenter speaker or asubwoofer, you
can divide those signals between the available speakers in the
speaker settings steps to obtain the best possible surround repro-
duction from the speakers you have available - 2:1.
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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 trom
area 1or area 2shown 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
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screwdriver or other pointed tool. then turn the power all again.

Setting up the system
Connecting the RF antenna andexternallRRepeater (For VR-6010 only)
The remote control for this receiver has the RF (radio frequency) and IR (infrared rays) transmission function. IR repeaters enables you to control
components located
in cabinets or behind glass doors. You can enJoy a wider remote control signal range by placing the RF antenna and IRrepeater away
from the receiver
KENWOOD components (except DVD player): System control
Other components: (Registering setup codes) IR REPEATER
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IR repeaters send asignal similar to the device's own remote control
Xantech repeaters (models 282-00, 286-00, or 283-00) are compatible
with your new audio-video receiver.
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Setting up the system
Connectin/l to the AVAUX jacks
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such as acamcorder or avideo game.
Con'!e.ctin.qthe antennas
AM loop antenna
The supplied loop antenna is for use indoors. Place it as far as possible
from the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and power cord, and adjust the
direction for best reception
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FM outdoor antenna
Lead the 750 coaXial cable connected to the FM outdoorantenna into the
room and connect it to the FM 75Q terminal
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.
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