Kenwood VR Series User manual

KENWOOD
AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER
VR/KRF-V SERIES
VR-306 KRF-V6020
VR-305 KRF-V5020
VR-355
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
This instruction manual is for some models.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on nthe country and sales area.
About the supplied remote contral (RC-ROG08). . .
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 controt 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 controt without completely understanding its design and how to switch the operation
modes may result in incorrect operations.

Before
applying
the
power
Units
are
designed
for
operation
as
follows.
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220
V
only
*Other
countries
...........
AC
110-120
/
220-240
V
switchable
U.S.A.
and
Canada...
*
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
Move switch lever to
match your line
voitage 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.
Safety
precautions
WARNING :
TO
PREVENT
FIRE
OR
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
APPLIANCE
TO
RAIN
OR
MOIS-
TURE.
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
EN-
CLOSURE
THAT
MAY
BE OF
SUFFICIENT
MAGNITUDE
be
CONSTITUTE
A
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
TO
PER-
INS.
ANGLE 1S INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRES-
ENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE AC-
COMPANYING THE APPLIANCE. :
THE
EXCLAMATION
POINT
WITHIN
AN
EQUILATERAL
TRI-
VRIKRF-V SERIES (Eni)
Unpacking
Unpack
the
unit
carefully
and
make
sure
that
ail
accessories
are
put
aside
so
they
will
not
be
lost.
Examine
the
unit
for
any
possibility
of
shipping
damage.
If
your
unit
is
damaged
or
fails
to
operate,
notify
your
dealer
immediately.
If
your
unit
was
shipped
to
you
directly,
notify
the
shipping
company
without
delay.
Only
the
consignee
(the
person
or
company
receiving
the
unit)
canfile
a
claim
against
the
carrier
for
shipping
damage.
:
We
recommend
that
you
retain
the
original
carton
and
packing
materials
for
use
should
you
transport
or
ship
the
unit
in
the
future.
Keep
this
manual
handy
for
future
reference.
Accessories
FM indoor antenna (1)
a
AM
loop
antenna
(1)
Loop
antenna
stand
(1)
For VR-355
Remote control unit (1)
RC-RO608
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Batteries (RO3/AAA) (4)
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For
VR-306,
VR-305,
KRF-V6020
and
KRF-V5020
Batteries
(RO6G/AA)
(2)
ES
Remote control unit (1)
RC-RO7 11
*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.)
:
Cleaning
Do
not
use
volatile
solvents
such
as
alcohol,
paint
thinner,
gasoline,
or
benzine,
etc.
to
clean
the
cabinet.
Use
a
clean
dry
cloth.
Do
not
use
contact
cleaners
because
it
could
cause
a
matfunction.
Be
specially
careful
against
contact
cleaners
containing
oil,
for
they
may
deform
the
plastic
comporients.

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 reasonabie 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 teievision 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 foliowing 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.
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, specities that the cable ground shail be connected to
the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry
as practical.
aes As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Kenwood
lonseggee Corporation has determined that this products meets
the ENERGY STaRr® guidelines for energy efficiency.
This product can save energy. Saving energy reduces air pollution and
iowers utility bills.
VRI/KRF-V SERIES (En/KM)
Contents
Caution : Read the pages marked 4 carefully to ensure
safe operation.
Getting started ..........cccccccsescssccsserseee 2
A\ Before applying the power oo ccccceee 2
A\ Safety precautions ..........cccccccecececscsesceseeeseen 2
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How to use this MaNUal oo... eeeteteeeeeeeee 4
Special features 0.0.0... cee eee cece ceees 4
Names and functions of parts ............ coven O
Setting up the system ....... iba tiecaddeteaies ve 8:
Connecting audio compone§nts ............. cece 8
Connecting video COMpONENtS ........... sees 9
Connecting DVD 6-channet jack ..........0.: ee 9
Connecting the antennas ............ wie
Connecting the system control 10
Connecting the speakers ..... ree i
Channel space switching .............. cere 12
Preparing the remote control
(RO-ROGOS, ) «oes .ccccieteoececesacesceospsesceseveseseses .12
Preparing the remote contro! (RC-RO7 11) ........13
Preparing for surround sound ............... 13
Speaker settings :... cece cent estseetsenees 13
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Preparing for playback ... 14
Listening to a source component & 18
Adjusting the sound ... 18
Recording........... ane 16
Recording audio oo... cece cseesenreeeeeereerees 16
Recording video .. severe 16
Listening to radio broadcasts .. oivsasesesdewade 17
Tuning radio stations ... Deslattes eee
Presetting radio stations manually iMvcdeasbneysactesy 17
Receiving preset stations 0.0.0.0... cee 17
Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL}...... 18
Ambience effects ..
Surround modes .. 18
Surround play .. : 19
DVD6-channel plavoack:; 1 20
Convenient functions ................ - 20
Incase of difficulty ........c.ccccssscecseceese ZL
A SpOcheatlons ......cccsccercesccscecsescesseece LO
Quick start gUId@ .......cccceccsecccsescseesevees 1
Getting the most
from your remote control ......
Setup code chart ...............
incase of difficulty ............++ viens
Remote operation of othercomponents .... 14
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How to use this manual
The
manual
covers
the
VR-306,
VR-305, VR-355,
KRF-V6020,
and
KRF-V5020.
Items
such
as
functions,
number
of
jacks,
and
remote
control
details
differ
somewhat
between
these
models.
To
confirm
the
functions
available
on
the
model
you
have
purchased,
refer
to
the
table
below.
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1
eyeton
[SUBWOOFER
vi-ass
|
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1
eyetom
|
SUBWOOFER
KREF-V6020
|
RC-RO711
|
2
systems
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|
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(A,B) SURROUND,
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SUBWOOFER
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This
manual
is
divided
into
tour
sections,
Preparations,
Operations,
Other,
and
Remote
Control.
Preparations
Shows
you
how
to
connect
your
audio
and
video
components
to
the
receiver
and
prepare
the
surround
processor.
We've
tried
tomake
setting
up
your
system
as
easy
as
possible.
However,
since
this
receiver
works
with
all
of
your
audio
and
video
components,
connecting
the
system
can
be
fairly
complex.
Operations
Shows
you
howto
operate
the
various
functions
available
fromthe
receiver.
Other
Shows
you
additional
information
such
as
“in
case
of
difficulty”
(trouble-
shooting) and “Specifications”.
Remote Control (Separate booklet) (RC-RO608 only)
Includes
the
“Quick
Start
Guide,"
which
shows
you
how
to
operate
other
components
using
the
remote
control,
as
wellas
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,
LD
player,
CD
player,
etc.)
using
the
remote
control
supplied
with
this
receiver.
VAVKRF-V SERIES (En/KM)
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!
-
Dolby Pro Logic & Dolby 3 Stereo
This
surround
system
reproduces
theater-like
surround
sound
from
video
software
marked
[X]
[Daa
sumous]
.
The
PROLOGIC
mode
uses
the
built-in
adaptive
matrix
circuitto
steer
the
Left,
Center,
Rightand
Surround
channel
audio
signals.
The
3
STEREO
mode
will
redirect
the
Surround
signal
to
the
tront
left
and
right
speakers
when
only
the
front
and
center
speakers
are
used.
New DSP surround modes
The
DSP
(Digita!
Signa!
Processor)
used
for
this
receiver
incorporates
a
variety
of
high
quality
adjustable
sound
fields,
like
*"LIVE*
and
"HALL".
Itis
compatible
with
almost
any
kind
of
program
source.
DVD6-channel input
if
you
own
a
DVD
player
equipped
with
6-channei
output,
this
receiver
altows
you
to
obtain
the
full
surround
sound
impact
of
DVD
source
material
featuring
multi-channel
encoding.
Since
the
source
signals
are
digitaiand
each
channelis
inputindepende
ntly,
the
resulting
ambience
is
far
superior
to
what
can
be
achieved
with
conventional
surround
sound
systems.
Universal IR (infraRed) remote control
(RC-ROG60E only)
{n
addition
to
the
basic
receiver,
the
remote
control
supplied
with
this
receiver
can
alsooperate
almost
all
of
your
remote
controllable
audio
and
video
components.
Just
follow
the
simple
setup
procedure
to
register
the
components
you
have
connected.
MACRO play (RC-R0608 only)
The
MACRO
function
jets
you
perform
a
seriesof
operations
automati-
cally,
like
turning
ON
the
power
of
the
receiver
and
connected
compo-
nents,
switching
the
input
selectors,
and
starting
playback.
(Be
sure
to
register
your
components
before
starting
the
macro
setup
procedure.

For VR-305, VR-306, —
Frequency display,
input display,
Preset channel display,
Surround mode display
and KRF-V5020
Speaker indicator
MUTE indicator
Speaker selection indicators
Output channel indicators
Display
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For KRF-V6020
@ POWER key -7) @ MEMORY key -
(For U.S.A. and Canada)
Use to turn the power ON/OFF.
STANDBY indicator
@ ON/STANDBY (1/0 ) key -fq)
{Except for U.S.A. and Canada)
Use to switch the power ON/STANDBY
when the POWER is turned ON.
STANDBY indicator
@ POWER key ~a
(Except for U.S.A. and Canada)
© DIMMER key -az
Use to adjust the brightness of the display.
@
P.CALL
keys
-30
Use
to
call
up
previously registered
radio
stations.
@ BAND key -f2
Use to select the broadcast band.
@ AUTO key ~i
Use to select the auto tuning mode.
About the STANDBY indicator
Use to store radio stations in the preset
memory.
© VOLUME CONTROL knob
~G
@ PHONES jack -)
Use for headphonelistening.
@ SPEAKERS A key (KRF-6020) -(i4)
Use to turn speaker system A on and off.
SPEAKERS key
(VR-305, VR-306, VR-355, and
KRF-V5020 ) -Q
Use to turn the speakers on and off.
@ SPEAKERS B key (KRF-6020) -(4)
Use to turn speaker system B on and off.
MUTE key
(VR-305, VR-306, VR-355, and
KRF-V5020 ) -o
Use to temporarily mute the sound.
@ BASS BOOST key -a
Use to select the maximum adjustment
setting for the low frequency range.
Band indicators
Set) atures aT ACTOR
4 y Y
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VRAKRF-V SERIES (En/KM)
PRO LOGIC
indicator
S.DIRECT indicator
AUTO indicator
MEMO. indicator
ST. indicator
TUNED indicator
MONITOR indicator
DSP indicator
3 STEREO indicator
STEREO indicator
@ VIDEO 2/MONITOR key -3)
@ SOURCE DIRECT key —(ia)
@ LISTEN MODE key -a
Use to select the listening mode.
@ SOUND key ~
Use to adjust the sound quality and ambi-
ence effects.
@ SETUP key ap
Use to select the surround sound settings.
@ MULTI CONTROL knob
Used to make a variety of settings.
@ INPUT SELECTOR knob -(ii)
Use to select the input sources.
This unit has a STANDBY indicator. When the STANDBY indicator is lit, the unit consumes a small amount of power to preserve the memory. This i is called
STANDBY mode. This mode also lets you turn the power ON using the remote control.

Remote
control
unit(RC-R0608)
Page
references
such
as
“RC-(jp:”
indi-
cate
pages
in
the
remote
control
operation
manual
(Separate
booklet).
@
POWER
key
-
Use
to
turn
the
receiver
on
and
off.
Use
in
combination
with
the
input
selector
(AUDIO,
VIDEO,
or
TV)
keys
and
SHIFT
key
to
turn
various
components
on
and
off.
@ MACRO key RC-(e
Use in combination with the AUDIO, VIDEO,
or
TV
keys
to
execute
a
series
of
com-
mands
automatically
(MACRO
PLAY).
©
VIDEO
selector
key
Selects
the
video
inputs
and
sets
the
re-
mote
control
to
operate
the
component
registered
at
the
respective
input.
©
Multi
control
keys
AC—(i4)
Use
to
operate
the
selected
component.
@
REC
key
RC-(i4
Use
to
operate
the
selected
component.
©
TUNING/SKIP
key
Use
during
the
setup
procedure
to
specify
various
settings.
Use
to
operate
the
tuner
or
selected
component.
@
SUBWCOFER
key
-2i
Use
in
combination
with
the
VOLUME
+/-
keys
to
adjust
the
volume
of
the
subwoofer.
~~
NY
4
ay
©
FUNCTION
SHIFT
key
ACc-f4)
Use
in
combination
with
the
numeric
keys
to
execute
alternate
commands.
©
Numeric
keys
RC-(ia;
Provide
functions
identical
to
those
of
the
original
remote
control
supplied
with
the
component
you
are
controlling.
To
access
the
tunctions
printed
above
the
keys,
press
within
3
seconds
of
pressing
the
FUNCTION
SHIFT
key.
Function
avail-
ability
varies
for
each
component.
@
SHIFT
key
RC-(
Use
in
combination
with
the
AUDIO
and
VIDEO
keys
to
change
the
remote
control
mode
without
changing
the
input
selector
or
in
combination
with
the
POWER
key
to
turn
on
and
off
components
programmed
into
the
remote
control.
® TV selector key
Sets
the
remote
control
to
operate
a
TV
or
cable
box.
This
key
does
not
change
the
input selector on the receiver.
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14
42
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15
16
17
18
There are some cases in which keys (or
knobs)
that
have
the
same
function
on
the
receiver
and
on
the
remote
control
have
different
names.
In
the
instruc-
tions
of
this
manual,
if
the
names
of
corresponding
keys
(or
knobs)
on
the
receiver and remote control are ditter-
ent,
the
name
of
the
remote
control
key
is indicated in parentheses.
@ AUDIO selector key
Selects the audio inputs and sets the re-
mote
control
to
operate
the
respective
KENWOOD audio component.
If
you
connect
audio
components
from
KENWOOD and other makers to the MD/
TAPE
or
CD
jacks,
you
can
set
the
remote
control
to
operate
these
components
by
registering the appropriate setup cade at
the respective input.
@®
GUIDE
key
RC-fh
Use to activate the OSD menu functions of
registered components. :
@
VOLUME
key
.
-3h)
Use
to
adjust
the
receiver
volume.
@
MUTE
key
-Ga)
Use
to
temporarily
mute
the
sound.
@
SOUND
key
;
-a)
Use
to
adjust
the
sound
quality
and
ambi-
ence
effects.
@ LISTEN MODE key ~Fil
Use to select the listening mode.
@
SETUP
key
-fy
Use
to
select
the
surround
sound
settings.
VRIKRF-V SERIES (Enka —

Remote control unit (RC-RO711
© Numeric keys
IfCD or MDis selected as the input source,
these keys function as numeric keys. If tuner
is selected as the input source, these keys
are used to call up station presets.
@ Component operation keys
Use these keys to operate other compo-
nents with system control connections to
the receiver.
<4 key
H tape is selected as the input source, this
key functions as the play key for side B of the
cassette (the side facing away from the front
of the deck).
BAND (>/«1) key -
If tuner is selected as the input source, this
key functions as the band selector key.
if CDis selected as the input source, thiskey
functions as the play/pause key.
'f MD is selected as the input source, this
key functions as the play key.
DISC SKIP, A/B, +100 key
If CD is selected as the input source, this key
functions as the multi-CD player disc skip key.
\f TAPE is selected as the input source, this
(A and B) of a double cassette deck.
aa
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-RO711
AUTO (m)key -
If tuner is selected as the input source, this
key functions as the AUTO key.
IfCD or MDis selected as the input source,
this key functions as the stop key.
TUNING (<4 p>) keys -oy)
lftuneris selected as the inputsource, these
keys function as tuning keys.
If CD or MD is selected as the input source,
these keys function as search keys.
P.CALL (Hed >i) keys ~(i8)
if tuner is selected as the input source, these
keys function as P.CALL keys.
ifCD or MDis selected as the input source,
these keys function as skip keys.
© LISTEN MODE, TITLE key ~ (id)
Use to select the listening mode.
@ MUTE, ENTER key ~(ig)
Use to temporarily mute the sound.
© SOUND key -)
Use to adjust the sound quality and ambi-
ence effects.
@ MULTI CONTROL key
Used to make a variety of settings.
VR/KRF-V SERIES (En/KM)
@ DVD CONT keys:
Used to operate DVD player.
While holding this key depressed, press
any of the keys masked in gray inthe
above iilustration to operate the
corresponding function of a DVD player -
from KENWOOD.
Keys ©, ©, @, © and @ are given the
following functions during the DVD player
contro! operation.
@ : TITLE
© :ENTER
® :SUB TITLE
@ :MENU
@ :osD
For details, refer to the instruction manual
of your DVD player.
© POWER key - -fid)
Use to switch the power ON/STANDBY
when the POWER is turned ON.
@ SOURCE DIRECT key ~fia)
@ VOLUME CONTROL key
@ SETUP key ~)
Use to select the surround sound settings.
@ Input selector keys ~fa)
Use to select the receiver's input source:

Make connections as shown below.
When
connecting
the
related
system
components,
be
sure
to
also
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.
Microcomputer malfunction
if
operation
is
not
possible
or
an
erroneous
display
appears,
even
though
all
connections
have
been
made
properly,
reset
the
micro-
computer
referring
to
“In
case
of
difficulty”.
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Caution
regarding
placement
(Except
for
U.S.A.
and
Canada)
To
maintain
proper
ventilation,
be
sure
to
leave
a
space
around
the
unit
(from
the
largest
outer
dimensions,
including
projections)
equal
to, or greater
than
shown
below:
Left
and
right
paneis:
10
cm,
Rear
panel:
10
cm,
Top
panel:
50
cm
VIDEO 2/MONITOR jacks
The
receiver's
VIDEO
2/MONITOR
jacks
can
be
used
in
two
different
ways.
Make
the
appropriate
setting
for
the
component
connected
to
the
jack
when
the
receiver
is turned
on.
Use as a VIDEO 2 jack
You
can
connect
a
video
deck
or
the
like
to
these
jacks
and
perform
video
playback
and
recording.
The
initial
factory
setting
is
"VIDEO
2.”
Use as a MONITOR jack
You
can
connect
a
cassette
deck
or
the
like
to
these
jacks
and
make
use
of
the
deck’s
monitoring
function
during
recording.
Alternately,
you
can
connect
a
graphic
equalizer
to
these
jacks
to
apply
compen-
sation
to
the
music
signal.
To
use
the
VIDEO
2/MONITOR
jacks
as
MONITOR
jacks,
hold
down
the
VIDEO
2/MONITOR
key
of
the
main
unit
for
more
two
seconds
so
that
the
indication
shown
below
appears.
VIDEO 2/MONITOR
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* Atthe same time the setting is switched to “MONITOR,” the audio input
source
switches
to
tuner
and
the
video
input
source
switches
to
VIDEO
ly
©
To
switch
the
setting
back
to
“VIDEO
2,”
once
again
hold
down
the
VIDEO 2/MONITOR key for two seconds or more.
* If you decide to use the VIDEO 2/MONITOR jacks as MONITOR
jacks, make sure to delete the “VIDEO 2 (VCR2)" input from the preset
remote control (RC-RO608). rc-f)
Notes
1.Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are
imperfect, the sound may not be produced or noise may interfere.
2.
Be
sure
toremove
the
power
cord
fromthe
AC
outlet
before
plugging
or
unplugging
any
connection
cords.
Plugging
/
unplugging
connection
cords
without
disconnecting
the
power
cord
can
cause
maffunctions
and
may
damage
the
unit.
3.
Donot
connect
power
cords
from
components
whose
power
consump-
tionis
larger
than
whatis
indicated
on
the
AC
outlet
at
the
rear
of
this
unit.
VA/KAF-V SERIES (En/KM)
Connecting audio components
Shape of AC outlets
SYSTEM CONTROL
Jacks Mare
To use these jacks as MONITOR
jacks, you must change the
appropriate setting.
OUT . :
assette deck or
=
“Record player
To
use
the
receiver
for
video
recording,
connect
a
video
deck
to
the
VIDEO
2/MONITOR
jacks.
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Connecting video components
Video inputs
{Yellow RCA
pin cord)
VIDEO IN
Audio inputs and outputs Video inputs and outputs
(Red and white RCA pin cords) (Yellow RCA pin cords)
Connecting DVD 6-channel jack
The sound input to DVD 6CH. INPUT is paired with the video
signa! input to 6CH. INPUT.
VAYKRE-V SERIES (ErvKM)
Even if your DVO player does not
have the 6-channel output facility,
can enjoy the 6-channel aud
con ing a multi-channel sur-
round processor to your DVD player.
Connecting the antennas
Antenna terminal connections
@ Push lever. © insert cord.
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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.
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 outdoor antenna
Lead the 75Q coaxial cable connected to the FM outdoor antenna into the
room and connect it to the FM 752 terminal.
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FM outdoor antenna
‘Use an antenna
adaptor
(Commercially
available}

Connecting the system control
Connecting
system
control
cords
after
connecting
a
KENWOOD
audio
component
system
lets
you
take
advantage
of
convenient
system
control
operations.
There
are
two
KENWOOD
system
control
modes.
Make
connec-
tlons
according
to
the
groups
of
terminal
symbols
shown
below.
(XSB)
Mode
:
lets
you
combine
(XS),
X$8i,
and
XV
terminals
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Mode
:
for
(SLES)
terminals
only
This
unit
is
compatible
with
both
[XS8]
and
[SL16]
modes.
It
comes
from
the
factory
set
to
the
[SL16}
mode.
To
switch
to
the
[XS8]
mode,
follow
the
instructions
in
"SWITCHING
FROM
[SL
16]
TO
[XS8]”
below.
SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM CONTROL
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SYSTEM CONTROL SYSTEM CONTROL
switch
switch
Except for KRF-V6020 KRF-V6020
EXAMPLE: [XS8] mode connections
The
underlined
portion
represents
the
setting
of
the
system
control
mode.
[St16] (XS8]
[S16] (XS) [X88] DXA)
[SL16) [XS] [XS8}
[XS]
SYSTEM
CONTROL
cord
EXAMPLE: [SL16] mode connections
The
underlined
portion
represents
the
setting
of
the
system
control
mode.
[S16] [XS8]
SYSTEM
CONTROL
cord
($L.16] [XS} [XS8] [XR]
[SL.16] [XS] [XS8]
[Xs]
Record
player
In order to take advantage of the system control operations, the
components
must
be
connected
to
the
correct
jacks.
To
use
a
cD
player it must be connected to the CD jacks. To use a cassette deck
(or
MD
recorder)
it
must
be
connected
to
the
MD/TAPE
jacks.
When
using
more
than
one
CD
player
(etc.)
only
the
one
connected
to
the
specified jacks may be connected for system control.
¢
Some
CD
players
and
cassette
decks
are
not
compatible
with
the
[{SL16}
system
contro!
mode.
Be
sure
to
use
the
[XS8]
system
contro!
mode
when
making
system
connections
with
equipment
that
is
not
[SL16]
compatible.
* Some MD players are not system control compatible. You cannot
make systern control connections to this kind of equipment.
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Notes
4. [SL16] equipment cannot be combined with [XR], [XS]. and [XS8]
equipment for system operations. If your equipment consists of this
kind of combination, please do not connect any system control
cords.
Even
without
system
control
cords,
normal
operations
can
be carried out without effecting performance.
.
Do
not
connect
system
control
cords
to
any
components
other
than
those
specified
by
KENWOOD.
It
may
cause
a malfunction
and
damage
your
equipment.
. Be sure the system control piugs are inserted all the way in to the
system control terminals.
Do not connect a system control cord to a cassette deck con-
nected to the MONITOR jacks.
SYSTEM CONTROL OPERATIONS
Remote Control
Lets you operate this unit with the system remote supplied with the
receiver.
Automatic Operation (except [XR] equipment)
When you start playback from a source component, the input selector
on this unit switches to that component automatically.
Synchronized Recording (except [XR] equipment)
Lets you synchronize recording with the start of playback when
recording from CD, MD or analog discs.
SWITCHING FROM [SL16] TO [XS8]
You can easily change the system control mode by adjusting the
position of the SYSTEM CONTROL switch on the rear panel.
Do this operation after completing ail connections.
For [SL16] <a> For [XS8] For [SL16] <u> For [XS8]
S16 as) (ss) SLi6 #
«xs8)
Except for KRF-V6020
KRF-V6020
© This operation will not effect items stored in.the memory.
e After switching the system control mode, turn the power off and
unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, then plug it back.
Aah ogoeoniy) setup codes for KENWOOD audic components”
0608 only)
* Once you finish making the system connections, be sure toregister the
appropriate setup code for each component. rc-—Q
e Ifyou own remote controllable KENWOOD audio components that are
not compatible with system control (or cannot be combined with your
other system contro! components), registering the setup code enables
you to control those components using the remote control supplied
with this unit (without connecting system control cords). To register
setup codes for your remote controllable KENWOOD audio compo-
nents, see "Registering setup codes for other components’.
rc-Q