Kenwood KRFV 7010 Owners Manual

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KENWOOD

AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER

V KRF-VS :RI :8 .
VR-207 KRF-V7010

VR-257 KRF-V601O

VR-206 KRF-V501O

VR-205

VR-255

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

This instruction manual is lor some models

Model availability and features (lunctions) may ditter depending on the country and sales area.

About the supplied remate contra] (50-30607, Hit-Host). . .

Compared to standard remote controls. the remote control supplied With this receiver has several
operation modes These modes enable the remote control to control other audio/Video components. In
order to effectively use the remote control it is important to read the operating instructions and obtain a
proper understanding of the remote control and how to swttch Its operation modes (etc.), .
Usrng the remote control Wlthout completely understanding its desrgn and how to SWItCh the operation
modes may result in incorrect operations. '

Bee-3610-0000®@(K, P. Y, M. X) i
99/12111098765432198/12111098765432

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Before applying the power

Units are designed for operation as tollows.

. AC 120 V only
. AC 240 V only
............ . AC 220 V only
AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable

USA. and Canada
Australia .........

E China ............

'Other countries

AC voltage selection

The AC voltage selector swnch on the rear panel is set to the voltage
that prevails in the area to which the unit ls shipped Belore
connecting the power cord to your AC outlet. make sure that the
setting position of this swnch matches your line voltage it not. it must
be set to your voltage in accordance With the lollowrng direction

AC voltage selector switch

Move switch lever to
match your line
voltage With a small
screwdriver or other
pointed tool

Note .
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line
voltage due to Improper setting of the AC voltage selector sWItch,

VR/KRFN SERIES (En/KM)

Unpacking '

Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put
aside so they will not be lost.

Examine the unit for any possibility 0! shipping damage, If your unit is
damaged or fails to operate. notify your dealer immediately It your unit
was shipped to you directly. notity the shipping company without
delay. Only the consignee (the person or company receivmg the unit)
can file a claim against the carrier Ior shipplng damage.

We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing mate-
rials lcr use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.

Safety precaotions

WARNING :
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-

CAUTION

RISK or Etzcmic SNOCK
no nor OPEN

TURE.

CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERvSERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Accessories

FM indoor antenna (1)

Loop antenna stand (1)

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For VR-207, Via-257. vn-zss and KFIF-V7010
Batteries (ROS/AAA) (4)

AM loop antenna (1)

Remote control unit (1)
RCAR0607
RC-ROSO? (For Australia)

For VR-206, VR-205, KRF-VSOIO and KRF-V501D
Batteries (ROS/AA) (2)

Remote control unit (1)
RC7R0407

K,

AC plug adaptor (1)
.1 Use to adapt the plug on the power

1 cord to the shape at the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where use

is necessary)

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL,
WITHIN AN EOUILATERAL TRIANGLE. IS INTENDED TO
ALERTTHE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE PRODUCTS EN-
CLOSURE THAT MAY BE 0F SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE
TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PER-
SONS;

Cleaning

Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner. gasoline.
or benzme. etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.

Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a mallunction.
Be specially careful against contact cleaners containing oil. for they
may deform the plastic components. '

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EOUILATERAL TRIA

A A'NGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRES»
ENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE AC-
COMPANYING THE APPLIANCE

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For the U.S.A.

Contents

FCC WA RNING

This equipment may generateor use radiofrequency 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 equtpment
it an unauthorized change or modification is made,

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and tound to comply With the limits

for a Class B digital dewce, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules

These limits are designed to prOVIde reasonable protection against

harmful interference rn a residential installation, This equipment may

cause harmful interterence to radio communications, it 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 harmtut interference to

radio or teteviSion reception. which can be determined by turning the

equipment all and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more ol the tollowmg measures

- - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- ~ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

- - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a Circuit dilterent trom
that to which the receiver is connected

7 ~ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV techniCian tor
help

Caution : Read the pages marked A; carefully to ensure

For the USA.

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sate operation.

Getting started.

A; Before applying the power

I; Safety precautions
Unpacking .
How to use this manual
Special features

Names and [auctions of pairs

Setting up the system .........
Connecting audio components ,
Connecting video components . .. .
Connecting DVD 6-channel Jack .....
Connecting the antennas . . ......
Connecting the system control .
Connecting the speakers .. . .. ..
Channel space switching . ..................... 12
Preparing the remote control
(RC»Fi0607. RC-R0507) ..............
Preparing the remote control (RC-R0407)

Preparing for surround sound.
Speaker settings ...............

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Note to CA TV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention
to Article 820-40 of the NEC that prayides 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
paint of cable entry as practical

Normal playback .
Preparing tor playback .
Listening to a source component .
Adjusting the sound.

Recording .....
Recording audio
Recording video

Listening to radio broadcasts
Tuning radio stations
Presetting radio stations manually.
Receivmg preset stations ..
Receivmg preset stations in order (P.C_ALL

Ambiance effects ......

Surround modes .
Surround play . .
DVD e-channel playback

Convenient functions

. V A Specifications .....

In case of difficulty

auiclr start guide ............................. .. 1
Getting the most

Irom your remote control .
Setup code chart .........
In case a! difficulty ........
Remote operation a! other components ..

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The manual Covers the VR-207. VR-257, VFi-206, VR-205. VR7255,
KRF~V7010, KRF-Veoto and KRF-V501O Items such as functions.
number of lacks. and remote control details differ somewhat between
these models. To contrrm the functions available on the model you have
purchased, refer to the table below

Remote Terminal
Model name CONN?" Speaker out Preout CablereadyiTV)
VR-207 RC-R0607 2 systems CENTER, Not equipped
(A, B) SURROUND,
SUBWOOFER
VR-257 Rc-R0607 2 systems CENTER, Equipped
(A, B) SURROUND,
SUBWOOFER
VR-206 FlC-R0407 25ystems CENTER, Not equipped
(A. B) SURROUND,
SUBWOOFER

VR>205 RC-RO407 Tsystem SUBWOOFER Not equipped
VR-255 RC-R0607 tsystem SUBWOOFER Not equipped

KRF-V7D1o RC-Fl0607 2systems CENTER, Notequipped
3030507 (A,B) SURROUND.
[For Australia) SUBWOOFER

KnF-vsoro tic-R0407 Zsystems CENTER. Notequipped
(A, B) SURROUND,
SUBWOOFER

KRF-V5010 RC-RMO'] tsystem SUBWOOFER Notequipped

' Refer to the separate "lNSTRUCTION MANUAL for CATV tuner func-
tion' for intormation on usrng the CABLE READY (TV) terminal on the
VR7257

This manual is diVided in to four 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

Weve tried to make setting up your system as easy as possmle I

However, since this receiver works With all of your audio and video
components. connecting the system can be fairly complex

Operations
Shows you how toroperate the various functions available from the
receiver

Other .
Shows you additional information such as In case of difficulty' (trouble
shooting) and Speahcattons

Remote Control (Separate booklet) (RC-306117 and 30-30507 only)
Includes the Quick Start Gutde," which 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 compo-
nents With the proper setup codes, youll 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,

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Special features

True name theater sound
This receiver incorporates a Wide variety of surround modes to bring

you maximum enjoyment trom your video software Select a surround

mode according to your eqmpment or the software you are 90th to
play and enyoyl -3;

Dolby Pro Logic & Dolby 3 Stereo

This surround system reproduces theater-like surround sound from
Video software marked III-

The PRO LOGIC mode uses the built-in adaptive matrix crrcurt to
steer the Left, Center, Right and Surround channel audio signals
The 3 STEREO mode will redirect the Surround signal to the front left
and right speakers when only the front and center speakers are
used

New DSP surround modes

The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) used for this receiver incorpo~
rates a variety of high quality adjustable sound fields, like 'LWE' and
'HALL', to add the "presence" assocrated With an arena. (322 Club or
stadium (etc) to the original signal It is compatible With almost any
kind of program source

DVD fi-cnannel input

lf 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 teaturing mum-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.

Universal IR (IntraRed) remote control

(BC-30607 and 30-30507 only)

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

MACRO play (BC-317607 and 30-30507 only)

The MACRO function lets you perform a series of operations auto»
matically, like turning ON the power of the receiver and connected
components. swttching the input selectors, and starting playback.
(Be sure to register your components before starting the macro set
up procedure

GA TV broadcast reception Iunction and SAP'Iunction
(Vii-257 only)

The VR7257 is equipped with a function that allows reception of the
audio portion of cable TV broadcasts vta cable box. in addition to
conventional FM and AM radio broadcasts. Also, if the broadcast
supports the cable TV SAP (Second Audio Program) serVice, you can
enjoy additional capabilities such as the ability to listen to multiplex
(dual language) broadcasts

Refer to the separate INSTRUCTION MANUAL for CATV tuner lunc~
tion for information on now to receive cable TV broadcasts and the
SAP service. .

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