Kenwood VRS-7100 Instruction Manual

Kenwood VRS-7100 - AV Receiver Manual

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    AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER VRS-7100 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION Quick Start Reference Please read the following pages so that you can enjoy the surround sound at the best condition. (These pages give shortcut explanations on how to connect the speaker system to the receiver, set up the
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    Before applying power Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. U.S.A. IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE. 2 EN
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    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" (trouble shooting) and
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    ÷ Dolby Virtual Speaker ÷ Dolby Headphone GAME mode 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. RDS (Radio Data System
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    to ensure safe operation. Before applying power 2 Safety precautions 2 How to use this manual 3 Unpacking 3 Special features 4 Contents 5 Names and functions of parts 6 Main unit 6 Remote control unit 7 Setting up the system 8 Connecting a DVD player 9 Connecting video components
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    manual tuning mode. 5 Dolby D indicator , Lights when the receiver is in the Dolby Digital mode. DTS indicator , Lights when the receiver 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 the remote control
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    Remote control unit 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 receiver) Mode key ¢w Use to switch the remote control to the receiver control mode. 3 SRC (source) Power speakers
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    Also be sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the AC wall outlet before changing connections. For the connections of other system components, see pages 9 to 18. When connecting an associated system component, be sure to read its instruction manual. Microcomputer malfunction If operation is not
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    Setting up the system Connecting a DVD player If you have connected a DVD player to the receiver with digital connection,be sure to read the "Input mode settings", "Re-assignment of rear panel jacks" section carefully. 8• ÷ Digital audio connections are required when
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    Setting up the system Connecting video components, audio components For U.S.A. and Canada Audio components AUDIO LINE OUT (Audio cord) Monitor TV VIDEO IN (Yellow RCA pin cords) MONITOR OUT L R IN AUX Connecting video components (COMPONENT VIDEO) If you have connected the receiver to a video
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    Setting up the system For Europe and Australia Audio components AUDIO LINE OUT (Audio cord) Monitor TV VIDEO IN (Yellow RCA pin cords) MONITOR OUT Connecting video components (S VIDEO)
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    Setting up the system Digital connections The digital in jacks can accept DTS,Dolby Digital,or PCM signals.Connect components capable of outputting DTS,Dolby Digital or PCM (CD) digital signals. If you have connected a DVD player to the receiver with digital connection,be sure to read the "Input
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    Setting up the system Connecting the speakers For U.S.A. and Canada CAUTION Make sure that the power cord plug is disconnected from the AC wall outlet before proceeding to speaker cord connections. If the conductor wires on the extremity of speaker cord are untwisted, there is a risk of short-
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    confirmed by outputting the test tone and checking if each speaker channel outputs audio. For details, see "Speaker settings" (Step 6 Adjust the speaker volume level). § Protection circuitry This unit incorporates protection circuitry, which may be activated during high-power reproduction or in case
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    in malfunctions or damage to the speakers or receiver. Speaker placement Center speaker Subwoofer Surround speakers Front speakers Listening position *Surround Back *Left speaker *Surround Back *Right speaker *Surround Back speaker * For Surround Back speaker, you may place either two Surround
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    up the system PRE OUT connections The receiver has additional PRE OUT jacks. Note that the output from the PRE OUT jacks needs to be connected to an external power amplifier. If you want to connect surround back speakers to these jacks, be always sure to connect two surround back speakers for the
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    Setting up the system Connecting to the GAME jacks / FRONT AUX jacks If you use a component that you do not usually connect to the receiver, such as a portable video camera, connect it to the GAME or FRONT AUX jacks on the front panel of the receiver. These jacks are particularly convenient when
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    Setting up the system Connecting the 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. AM antenna terminal connections 1 Push lever. 2 Insert
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    want to operate. Operating other component range Remote sensor POWER RCVR ¶ 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
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    video software (For U.S.A. and Canada) STEP 1 Connect the speakers and TV to the receiver. For details, see "Setting up the system" 8 ~ & CAUTION Make sure that the power cord plug is disconnected from the AC wall outlet before proceeding to speaker cord connections. If the conductor wires on the
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    ON/STANDBY INPUT SELECTOR For details, see "Speaker settings" . ¢ ~ ¶ 1 Connect the power cord to the AC wall outlet and press . MULTI CONTROL %fi@# SETUP ENTER 2 Press , press to select "SP SETUP" and press . If you connect KENWOOD speaker system KS-2100HT, KS-3100EX, KS-708HT, KS-308HT
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    software (For Europe and Australia) STEP 1 Connect the speakers and TV to the receiver. For details, see "Setting up the system" 8 ~ & CAUTION Make sure that the power cord plug is disconnected from the AC wall outlet before proceeding to speaker cord connections. If the conductor wires on the
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    . ON/STANDBY INPUT SELECTOR For details, see "Speaker settings" . ¢ ~ ¶ 1 Connect the power cord to the AC wall outlet and press . MULTI CONTROL %fi@# SETUP ENTER 2 Press , press to select "SP SETUP" and press . If you connect KENWOOD speaker system KS-2100HT, KS-3100EX, KS-708HT, KS
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    (or the Enter key), then press MULTI CONTROL % / fi (or the Multi % / fi keys) to select "OK", and press ENTER (or the Enter key) again to establish the setup. ÷ Select "CANCEL" to return to the status before setup. ÷ When you use a KENWOOD speaker system and select "HTB1 6.1CH", "HTB1 5.1CH", "HTB2
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    Preparing for playback 5 Select a speaker system. 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL % / fi (or the Multi % / fi speakers setting: 1 "CNTR LRG" : A large center speaker is connected to the receiver. 2 "CNTR NML" : An average size center speaker is connected to the receiver. 3 "CNTR OFF" : When no center speaker
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    to on this page are also changed. w ÷ If the speaker setting selects are OFF, the speaker level settings are reset. When "MANUAL" or "OFF" is selected, press MULTI CONTROL @/# (or the Multi @/# key) to select the speaker channel and then press MULTI CONTROL %/fi (or the Multi %/fi key) to adjust the
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    m) increments. 4 Repeat steps 3 to input the distance for each of the speakers. 5 Press the ENTER (or the Enter key) again to return to the panel. Perform the setup for convenience of playing a video game using the receiver. 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or Multi @ / # keys) to select "GAME
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    (or the Multi % /fi key) to select the input selector position. 1 Press the RCV Mode key on the remote control unit to set it to the receiver control mode. 2 Press the Sound key. 3 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the Multi @ / # keys) to select "INPUT", and press the ENTER (or the Enter key). 4 Use
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    to a source component INPUT SELECTOR RCV Mode POWER RCVR Input Mode Input selector keys VOLUME CONTROL Input selector keys VOL / - Turning on the receiver 1 Turn on the power to the related components. 2 Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON/STANDBY or ON/STANDBY key (or
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    CONTROL knob (or the VOL +/- keys) to adjust the volume. Playing difference sources through speakers and headphones (DUAL SOURCE function) While you enjoy audio listening through the speakers remote control unit to set it to the receiver control mode. 2 Press the Sound key. 3 Use the MULTI CONTROL
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    not available in when the REC MODE or virtual mode is ON. Muting the sound The Mute key lets you mute the sound of the speakers or headphones. Press the Mute key. Blinks To cancel Press the Mute key again so that the "MUTE" indicator goes off. ÷ MUTE ON can also
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    Recording Analog sources INPUT SELECTOR REC M OD E ↓ 1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or the input selector key) to select the source (other than "VIDEO 1") you want to record. VI D E O 2 R The display switches automatically. 2 Put the component connected to the VIDEO 1 jacks to the record-pause
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    store RDS stations in the preset memory see "Using RDS (Radio Data System) (For Europe)". fi Tuning (non-RDS) radio stations Presetting radio a lot of interference, switch to manual tuning. (With manual tuning, stereo broadcasts will be received in monaural.) 4 Use the MULTI CONTROL % / fi (or Multi
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    key (or the TUNER key) to select tune as the source. 2 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the P.Call @ / # keys) to select the desired station. • Each time you push the Joystick, another preset station is received in order. Pushing the Joystick to # does the following: )3 8755 Pushing the Joystick
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    . Each press switches the display mode as follows : 1 PS (Program Service name) display 2 RT (Radio Text) display 3 Frequency display 1 PS (Program Service name) display : The station name is displayed automatically when an RDS broadcast is received. If no PS data was sent, "NO PS" is displayed
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    Using RDS (Radio Data System) (For Europe only) Presetting RDS stations (RDS AUTO MEMORY) This 1 Press the PTY key to activate the PTY search mode. Lights up NE W s When an RDS broadcast is received, the program type is shown on the display. If no PTY data is available, or if the station is not
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    manually. This model lets you enjoy Dolby Digital (and Dolby Surround) program sources, even if you connect only the Front Speakers EX sound, KENWOOD recommends that you connect a full set of speakers. C L IIx modes programmed into this receiver are "MOVIE", "MUSIC" three optional controls, like
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    DTS-ES receiver will be required, to experience a discrete 6.1-channel mix. The DTS-ES decoders used in home cinema systems have decoding activate this feature. However, for some titles, this feature has to be activated manually. According to the signals to be played back, DTS NEO:6 uses either the
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    modes The following modes allow you to enjoy powerful surround audio even when you use only two speakers or listen through headphones. ÷ In the Dolby Virtual Speaker and Dolby Headphone modes, only the listen Surround", "Neo:6" and "DTS 96/24" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 39 EN
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    MUSIC": DOLBY DIGITAL surround + DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx surround MUSIC mode 5 "STEREO": Normal stereo playback. * Can be selected only when two surround back speakers are connected. ÷ You can also adjust the midnight mode as desired. r Listen modes available with DTS, DTS-ES (Matrix or Discrete) or DTS
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    . The effect level of the DSP surround mode can be adjusted as desired. w *5 In Dolby Virtual Speaker and Dolby Headphone modes, the Dolby Digital signal input cannot be listened to in the stereo mode. 3 Adjust when the input selector is switched or the receiver is turned OFF then ON again. 41 EN
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    the volume level of each channel The volume levels of the center speaker, subwoofer, surround speaker and surround back speaker channels can be adjusted during playback. 1 Press the RCV Mode key on the remote control unit to set it to the receiver control mode. 2 Press the Sound key 3 Use the MULTI
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    also be able to achieve a suitable balance from all the speakers by adjusting the dimension mode. 1 Press the RCV Mode key on the remote control unit to set it to the receiver control mode. 2 Press the Sound key 3 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the Multi @ / # keys) to select "DIMENSION" on setup
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    the RCV Mode key on the remote control unit to set it to the receiver control mode. 2 Press the Sound key 3 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the Multi @ / # keys) to select "C IMAGE" on setup displays, and press the ENTER (or the Enter key). ÷ When the center speaker is switched OFF, this mode will
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    control the system component by switching only the remote control unit, without switching the input source of the receiver. Input selector keys SRC Power LED Numeric keys TV Remote Setup 1 Find the setup code Cable Converters Satellite Receivers CD player, MD recorder (KENWOOD) VIDEO1 VIDEO2 AUX
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    want to register the setup code of a DVD player remote's TV Power key. 3 Press the operation keys you desire. ÷ For the keys that can be used with each system component, see pages 58 to 59. Clearing all of the settings registered or stored in the remote control unit You can reset the remote control
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    production. Also, when a setup code of a non-KENWOOD maker is registered, certain component models may be unable to be controlled or only the limited functions may be controllable. In this case, it is recommended to use the remote control unit provided with the system component. For how to register
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    remote control 0145 0849 0054 0017 TV (Continued) Maker JBL JCB JVC KEC Kenwood KLH KTV LG LXI Magnasonic Magnavox Marantz Matsushita Megatron Memorex MGA RCA Realistic Runco Sampo Samsung Sansui Sanyo Scotch Scott Sears Sharp Setup codes 0054 0000 0053 0180 0030 0765 0180, 0030 0856 0047, 0054,
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    Basic remote control operations for other components TV (Continued) Maker Sheng Chia Sony Electrohome Electrophonic Emerex Emerson Fisher Fuji GE GoldStar Harman/Kardon HI-Q Hitachi Hughes Network Systems JVC KEC Setup codes 0048 0037 0035 0240 0037 0240 0104 0184, 0121 0037 0035 0081 0037 0037,
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    Basic remote control operations for other components VCR (Continued) Maker Kenwood Kodak LXI Magnavox Magnin Shogun Sonic Blue Sony STS Sylvania Technics Teknika Tivo TMK Toshiba Totevision Unitech Vector 50 EN Setup codes 0067 0035, 0037 0037 0035, 0039, 0081 0240 0035, 0081 0037 0035, 0162 0035
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    production. Also, when a setup code of a non-KENWOOD maker is registered, certain component models may be unable to be controlled or only the limited functions may be controllable. In this case, it is recommended to use the remote control unit provided with the system component. For how to register
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    remote control operations for other components CD player (Continued) Maker TAG McLaren Thorens Thule Toshiba Trio Universum Yamaha MD recorder Maker Kenwood Satellite Receivers InVideo 52 EN Setup codes 0157 0157 0157 0692 0677 0157 0036 Setup codes 1059, 0681, 1339 Setup codes 1300 1334 0123 0847
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    Basic remote control operations for other components Satellite Receivers (Continued) Maker Setup codes Telestar Thomson Topfield Sky Blue Star Boots BPL Brandt Brionvega Britannia Bruns BTC Bush Carrefour Cascade Cathay Setup codes 0009 0087, 0163 0217 0516 1916, 0701 0361, 0208, 0602, 0516,
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    Basic remote control operations for other components TV (Continued) Maker Hanimex Polytron Prandoni-Prince Profex Protech Pye Quelle Questa R-Line Radiola Radiomarelli Rank Arena RBM RCA Rediffusion Setup codes 0337 0625 0275, 0746, 0087, 0447, 0367 1907 0808 0808 0487, 0070 0412 1900 0036
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    Basic remote control operations for other components TV (Continued) Maker Reoc TV/VCR Combination Maker Aiwa Daewoo Emerson GE Goodmans Hanimex Hinari LG Magnin MGA Nokia Panasonic Penney RCA Sanyo Setup codes 0218, 0320 0218, 0216 0625, 0560, 0349, 0109 0037, 0361, 0190, 0499, 0035, 0104, 0072
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    Basic remote control operations for other components TV/DVD Combination Maker Bush Daewoo Hanseatic Hinari Hitachi Imperial Interfunk ITT ITV JVC Kendo Kenwood Lenco Loewe 56 EN Setup codes 1037, 1900 1902 1900 1935 1900 0698, 1949 1935 Setup codes 0348, 0000, 0307 0315, 0106, 0041 0278,
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    Basic remote control operations for other components VCR (Continued) Maker Tashiko Tatung Greenhill Grundig H & B Harman/Kardon Himage Hitachi Hiteker HiMAX Jaton JMB Joytech JVC Kenwood Kiss Konka Lasonic Lecson Setup codes 0000 0081, 0000, 0041 0226 0041 0320, 0384, 0041 0000 0320, 0384,
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    type of remote control operations available remote. These keys can be used to perform the basic operations of KENWOOD and other manufacturers' components which the setup code POWER RCVR 45 Multi GAME V Pow 6 2 Enter 7 Multi 1 8 0 + 100 TV Mute Input Mode Audio Angle 9 + 10 Sleep Menu Guide
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    as the numeric keys on the original remote. These keys can be used to perform the basic operations of KENWOOD and other manufacturers' components which the setup code for each component had been entered beforehand. uQ VCR operation keys Satellite receiver operation keys SR P. Call T SR P. Call
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    mode. ÷ Adjust the speaker levels using the test tone. # ¢ § The standby indicator blinks and sound is not output. ÷ The protection circuitry is activated because speaker cords are short-circuited. Disconnect the power cord from the AC wall outlet, switch the receiver OFF, remove the short
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    ÷ The remote control has not been set to the operation mode for the component you wish to control. Press the source select keys or SRC Power key to activate the operation mode for the component you want to control before operation. y Memory back-up function If the power supply to the receiver is
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    OUT (SURROUND BACK 1 V / 1 kΩ PRE OUT (SUBWOOFER 1 V / 1 kΩ Tone control BASS 10 dB (at 100 Hz) TREBLE 10 dB (at 10 kHz) DIGITAL AUDIO section Sampling Power consumption 85 W Dimensions W: 440 mm (17-5/16") H : 079 mm (3-1/8") D : 364 mm (14-5/16") Weight (Net 4.4 kg (9.7 lb) Notes 1.KENWOOD
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    OUT (SURROUND BACK 1 V / 1 kΩ PRE OUT (SUBWOOFER 1 V / 1 kΩ Tone control BASS 10 dB (at 100 Hz) TREBLE 10 dB (at 10 kHz) DIGITAL AUDIO section Sampling Power consumption 85 W Dimensions W: 440 mm (17-5/16") H : 079 mm (3-1/8") D : 364 mm (14-5/16") Weight (Net 4.4 kg (9.7 lb) Notes 1.KENWOOD
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    For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product. Model Serial Number
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AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER
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7100
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
About the supplied remote control
Compared to standard remote controls, the remote control supplied with this receiver has
several operation modes. These modes enable the remote control to control other audio/video
components. In order to effectively use the remote control it is important to read the operating
instructions and obtain a proper understanding of the remote control and how to switch its
operation modes (etc.).
Using the remote control without completely understanding its design and how to switch the
operation modes may result in incorrect operations.
Quick Start Reference
Please read the following pages so that you can enjoy the surround sound at the best
condition.
(These pages give shortcut explanations on how to connect the speaker system to the
receiver, set up the speakers and play a source.)
"Let's play DVD video software"
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