VR-509 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Preparation AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER KENWOOD CORPORATION About the supplied remote control B60-4955-00 01 MA (K, P) *509/01-06/EN 1 Additional Information Remote Control Operations 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.
Before applying the power This unit is designed for operation as follows. 2 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 .........
Before applying the power Contents Caution : Read the pages marked safe operation. Before applying the power .................... 2 Safety precautions ............................................. Unpacking .......................................................... How to use this manual ..................................... Special features .................................................
Before applying the power How to use this manual 4 This manual is divided into four sections: Preparations, Operations, Remote Control, and Additional Information. Preparations Preparations Shows you how to connect your audio and video components to the receiver and prepare the surround processor. We will guide you to make 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.
Names and functions of parts Frequency display, Input display, Preset channel display, Surround mode display CLIP indicator MUTE indicator SP A B TI.VOL MUTE CLIP RDS EON PTY TP TA NEWS L C LFE SL AUTO SOUND indicator Band indicators DIGITAL indicator S.DIRECT indicator AUTO indicator FM AUTO SOUND DIGITAL AUTO MEMO. indicator AM PRO LOGIC S.DIRECT MEMO ST. indicator MHz 3 STEREO MONITOR ST.
Names and functions of parts Remote control unit 6 1 Preparations 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 SHIFT MACRO MUSIC MOVIE AV POWER $ TV SYS. POWER CH. VOL. CH. VOL. MUTE 9 0 DIMMER BASS BOOST SUB.W. SOUND LISTEN M. CINEMA EQ TITLE/GUIDE MENU TUNING BAND % ^ & * ( ENTER ! @ # RETURN /PAGE OSD /PAGE AUTO/MONO REC MODE REC F.SHIFT LEARN REPEAT RANDOM INPUT SEL. 1 2 3 TV SELECT DISPLAY SELECT 4 5 6 AUDIO THEME FAVORITE 7 8 9 INFO.
Setting up the system DTS disclaimer clause DTS Digital Surround™ is a discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software which consequently cannot be decoded and played back inside most CD, LD, or DVD players. For this reason, when DTS-encoded software is played back through the analog outputs of the CD, LD, or DVD player, excessive noise will be exhibited.
Setting up the system Connecting audio components 8 SYSTEM CONTROL jacks ^ PLAY IN S VIDEO REC OUT PLAY IN PLAY IN PLAY IN L MONITOR OUT DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 Preparations R R R A R L B L To AC wall outlet L C L R REC OUT GND PHONO CD/DVD PLAY IN MD/TAPE REC OUT PLAY IN MONITOR AUDIO IN OUT Video component, 3 head cassette deck, or Graphic equalizer ¢ OUT Cassette deck or MD recorder IN OUT CD player Moving Coil (MC) cartridge record player cannot be us
Setting up the system Connecting video components 9 S Video jacks S-VIDEO PLAY IN REC OUT About the S VIDEO jacks PLAY IN PLAY IN PLAY IN S VIDEO DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 1 PLAY IN S VIDEO REC OUT VIDEO 2 PLAY IN PLAY IN VIDEO 3 Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video components with S VIDEO IN/OUT jacks.
Setting up the system Digital connections 10 The digital in jacks can accept DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM signals. Connect components capable of outputting DTS, Dolby Digital, or standard PCM (CD) format digital signals. If you have connected any digital components to the receiver, be sure to read the “Input mode settings” section carefully.
Setting up the system Connecting video components (COMPONENT VIDEO) 11 Preparations If you have connected the receiver to a video component with COMPONENT jacks, you can get a better picture quality than by connecting to the S-VIDEO jacks. Monitor TV (with component jacks) CR IN CB IN Y IN CR OUT CB OUT Video Recorder, DVD Recorder, Satellite Cable Tuner & Game Player (with component jacks) Y OUT CR OUT DVD player (with component jacks) CB OUT Y OUT • Connect to the VIDEO cord.
Setting up the system Connecting a DVD player (6-channel input) 12 If you have connected a DVD player to the receiver with digital connection, be sure to read the “Input mode settings” section carefully. 7 Preparations PLAY IN S VIDEO REC OUT PLAY IN PLAY IN PLAY IN L MONITOR OUT DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 R R R VIDEO VIDEO 2 IN CD/DVD IN DVD MONITOR OUT L CENTER A R L B L L C PLAY IN DVD DVD VIDEO 1 OUT R SUB FRONT SURROUND WOOFER DVD / 6CH.
Setting up the system Connecting the speakers 13 Front Speakers A Right Left Preparations Center Speaker FRONT SPEAKERS RED CENTER SPEAKERS BLUE PLAY IN S VIDEO REC OUT GREEN PLAY IN PLAY IN PLAY IN L MONITOR OUT DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 R R R A R L B L L C SUB WOOFER PRE OUT FRONT SPEAKERS (8 – 16Ω) Use the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals if you want to connect a second front speaker system.
Setting up the system Connecting the terminals 14 1 Strip coating. 2 Loosen. Speaker placement Center speaker Preparations 3 Insert. 4 Secure. Subwoofer Front speaker Surround speaker 1 Strip coating. 2 Push the lever. 3 Insert the cord. 4 Return the lever. Listening position Front speakers : Place to the front left and right of the listening position. Front speakers are required for all surround modes. Center speaker : Place front and center.
Setting up the system Connecting to the AV AUX jacks Connecting the antennas The AV AUX jacks are convenient for connection of video components such as a camcorder or a video game. AM loop antenna 15 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 2 Insert cord. 3 Release lever. Preparations 1 Push lever.
Setting up the system Connecting the system control SYSTEM CONTROL OPERATIONS 16 Connecting system control cords after connecting a KENWOOD audio component system lets you take advantage of convenient system control operations. This unit is compatible only with the [SL-16] mode. The system control operation is not available if the unit is connected in the [XS8], [XS], or [XR] connection mode. Preparations If your component has the mode select switch, set the connected components to the [SL16] mode.
Setting up the system RF remote control function The remote control has the RF remote function in addition to the IR remote function. The VR-509 can receive the remote control commands even when they are installed in a position where the IR remote signal can hardly access, for example inside a cabinet. The receiver is not equipped with the RF remote bi-directional communication function. The bi-directional communication is available only using the IR remote function.
Setting up the system 18 The remote control sends an RF (radio wave) signal to the receiver. For equipment other than the receiver, an IR (infrared) signal is sent. For the operation of the RF remote function, see page 18 and 19 of the instruction of the unit. The remote control supplied with this receiver is also capable of controlling components from a variety of manufacturers once you register the appropriate setup codes into the remote control unit.
Connecting IR repeaters Connecting the RF remote antenna IR repeaters enable you to control components located in cabinets or behind glass doors. The remote control for the VR-509 incorporates the RF transmission function. To make sure receiving the RF remote signal, connect the provided RF remote antenna.
Preparing for surround sound 3 Press the SET UP or display operation 2 [Next] key to accept the setting. Speaker settings 20 To enable you to obtain optimum enjoyment from the receiver's listening modes, make sure to complete the speaker settings (subwoofer, front, center, and surround speakers) as described below. MULTI CONTROL SP A B TI.VOL CLIP MUTE RDS EON PTY TP TA NEWS L C LFE LS R SW S RS FM AUTO SOUND DIGITAL AUTO AM PRO LOGIC S.DIRECT MEMO MHz 3 STEREO MONITOR ST.
Preparing for surround sound From your usual listening position, adjust the volume levels. The volume levels from each speaker should be the same. 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or 5/∞ keys to adjust the volume of the test tone output from the speaker channel to be adjusted. The channel indication blinks while the test tone is being output. SP A B TI.VOL CLIP MUTE RDS EON PTY TP TA NEWS L C R S RS FM AUTO SOUND DIGITAL AUTO AM PRO LOGIC S.DIRECT MEMO MHz 3 STEREO MONITOR ST.
Normal playback 22 Preparing for playback Listening to a source component Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback. POWER ( VOLUME CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR INPUT MODE AUTO/CINEMA EQ. ) INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS A/B MUSIC Selecting the input mode MOVIE + + — — If you have selected a component connected to the CD/DVD,DVD/6ch VIDEO2, or VIDEO3 jacks, make sure that the input mode setting is correct for the type of audio signal to be used.
Normal playback Adjusting the sound 23 Muting the sound The MUTE key lets you mute the sound of the speakers. MULTI CONTROL SOURCE DIRECT SOUND Press the MUTE key. SP A B TI.VOL MUTE CLIP RDS EON PTY TP TA NEWS L C LFE LS R SW S RS Blinks To cancel Press the MUTE key again so that the “MUTE” indicator goes off. SPEAKERS A/B VOLUME CONTROL PHONES • MUTE ON can also be deactivated by turning the volume control knob.
Recording 24 Recording audio (analog sources) MONITOR Recording video 1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR to select the video source (other than “VIDEO1”) you want to record. 2 Set the video deck connected to VIDEO 1 to record. • Select the REC MODE to record a digital input source. INPUT SELECTOR 3 Start playback, then start recording. • Recording may not be normal for some video software. This is due to the copy guard condition.
Listening to radio broadcasts The receiver can store up to 40 stations in the memory and recall them by one-touch operation. Presetting radio stations manually 25 MULTI CONTROL Tuning radio stations MEMORY MULTI CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR 1 Tune to the station you want to store. BAND AUTO/CINEMA EQ. 2 Press the MEMORY key while receiving the station. Blinks for 5 seconds SP A B TI.VOL CLIP MUTE RDS EON PTY TP TA NEWS L C LFE LS Lights for 5 seconds FM AUTO SOUND DIGITAL AUTO AM PRO LOGIC S.
Listening to radio broadcasts 26 Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL) MUSIC + + — — 4/¢ 1 Use the MUSIC key to select the tuner as the source. 2 Use the 4/¢ keys to select the desired station. • Each time you press the key, another preset station is received in order.
Ambience effects This receiver is equipped with listening modes that allow you to enjoy an enhanced sonic ambience with a variety of video sources. In order to obtain the optimum effect from the surround modes, make sure to input the proper speaker settings beforehand. ) Dolby Digital The Dolby Digital surround format lets you enjoy up to 5.1 channels of digital surround sound from Dolby Digital program sources (such as 27 ).
Ambience effects 28 DSP mode Dolby 3 Stereo Dolby 3 Stereo is available for systems that do not have surround speakers. When in the Dolby 3 Stereo mode, the surround information is redirected to the front left and right speakers. This mode is designed for use with Dolby Surround program sources, but can also improve sound field unity for programs that are not Dolby Surround encoded.
Ambience effects Surround Play 29 When you select DOLBY DIGITAL The DTS compatible models can reproduce a CD, DVD, or LD carrying the DTS mark. DOLBY DIGITAL can be used when playing DVD or LD software bearing mark and DOLBY DIGITAL format digital broadcasts (etc.). the “DOLBY DIGITAL” will be scrolled from right to left. SP A B TI.VOL L C R CLIP MUTE LFE SW RDS EON PTY SL S SR TP TA NEWS MUTE FM AUTO SOUND DIGITAL AUTO AM PRO LOGIC S.DIRECT MEMO MHz 3 STEREO MONITOR ST. TUNEDAUTO DSP kHz DOWN MIX S.
Ambience effects 30 DVD 6-channel playback Using a DVD player or the like equipped with six (5.1) output channels and the receiver, you can enjoy surround sound playback. When you try to play a disc other than Dolby Digital such as DTS CD, no sound is produced or, noise may be heard. To avoid this situation, make sure that you connect the component to the receiver’s DVD/6ch. INPUT jacks through a surround processor which can decode the surround signal you want to listen to.
Ambience effects Dimension mode (Pro Logic II Music mode only) Midnight mode (Dolby Digital mode only) When watching movies at night you might not be able to raise the volume as loud as normal. Midnight mode compresses the dynamic range of previously specified parts of the Dolby Digital sound track (like scenes with sudden increases in volume) to minimize the difference in volume between the specified and non-specified parts.
Ambience effects SUBWOOFER adjustment 32 It is easy to adjust the volume of the subwoofer using the remote control. 1 Press the F. SHIFT key, then press the SUB W. key on the remote control so that “SW” is displayed. SP A B TI.VOL CLIP MUTE RDS EON PTY TP TA NEWS L C LFE SL AUTO FM AUTO SOUND DIGITAL AM PRO LOGIC S.DIRECT MEMO MHz 3 STEREO MONITOR ST. TUNED kHz DOWN MIX DSP R SW S SR 2 Use the VOLUME keys (VOL. +/– keys) to adjust the volume. •The adjustable range is -10 dB to +10 dB.
Remote control operations Registering setup codes for other components 33 5 Press the display operation 2 [Enter] key. • The source selecting display appears. • When you select “Phono” in step 4, go to step 0. Display Display operation 1 Display operation 2 5/∞ + + — — >05.VCR >06.Cable Back Enter 6 Press the 5/∞ keys to select the source you want to register.
Remote control operations 34 @ Press the display operation 2 [Enter] key. Operating other components • The display returns to the setup display. This operation lets you operate the registered components. KENWOOD audio components with system control turn on and off automatically with the receiver via the system control connections. >01.IR >02.Surround Home Enter Repeat steps 3 to @ to register additional components until all components have been registered.
Remote control operations Changing (confirming) the operation mode This operation lets you change the remote control operation mode without changing the input selector. You may find this useful when you want to control one component while using another. (For example, if you want to rewind the tape deck while listening to a CD.) MUSIC, MOVIE, TV + + – – During operation, make sure you start the next step within 8 seconds of completing the previous one.
Remote control operations 36 3 Press the MUSIC, MOVIE, or TV key to select the macro location. (MACRO1, 2, and 3 respectively) • You can store up to 3 different macros, one at each key: MUSIC = “MACRO 1”, MOVIE = “MACRO 2”, TV = “MACRO 3” • Pressing a key other than MUSIC, MOVIE, or TV cancels the macro program mode. Executing an automatic operation MACRO MUSIC, MOVIE, TV + + – – MACRO1 Select MACRO Menu When MUSIC is pressed. 4 Press the keys to be operated in order.
Remote control operations Storing the remote control code of the other components Display operation 1 Display operation 2 5/∞ + + – – The remote control unit can store the remote control code of the other components and you can operate the other components from the remote control unit. The remote control code is stored on the key or memory of the remote control unit. Display operation 2 + + – – During operation, make sure you start the next step within 8 seconds of completing the previous one.
Remote control operations 38 5 From the remote control unit of the other source, press the key that you want to store. • The remote code is sent to the remote control unit. • “Complete” appears when finished. Complete >Extend1 6 From the remote control unit of the other source, press the key that you want to store. • The remote code is sent to the remote control unit. • “Complete” appears when finished.
Remote control operations Displaying the CD TEXT data When you connect a KENWOOD CD player (CD-425M, CD-4700M, CD4260M, DPF-J6030), you can display the CD TEXT data in the display of the remote control unit. 4 Press the display operation 1 [Text] key. 39 • The display for selecting disc appears. >001: TitleA >002: TitleB Home Sel Display operation 1 Display operation 2 5/∞ 5 Press the 5/∞ keys to select the desired disc, then press the display operation 2 [Sel] key.
Remote control operation of other components 40 You can operate other components by pressing keys or using the display. The setup code for each component must be entered beforehand. ‹ When you operate by using the keys • To execute a FUNCTION SHIFT command, press the F. SHIFT key, then press the corresponding key. • When pressing keys in succession, press each key firmly and be sure to wait at least 1 second before pressing the next key.
Remote control operation of other components Cassette deck operations 41 * (Pause A) $ (Rewind A) # (Play A), F.SHIFT + # (Reverse play A) SHIFT MACRO MUSIC MOVIE TV AV. POWER SYS. POWER › (Fast forward A) & (Stop A) CH. VOL. CH. VOL. MUTE DIMMER BASS BOOST SUB W. SOUND LISTEN M. CINEMA EQ TITLE/GUIDE 1 (Rewind B) MENU TUNING ENTER F.
Remote control operation of other components MD recorder operations 42 * (Pause) SHIFT MACRO MUSIC MOVIE TV AV. POWER SYS. POWER $ (Skip down) # (Play) › (Skip up) & (Stop) CH. VOL. CH. VOL. MUTE DIMMER BASS BOOST SUB W. SOUND LISTEN M. CINEMA EQ TITLE/GUIDE 1 (Rewind) MENU TUNING ¡ (Fast forward) BAND ENTER RETURN /PAGE REC (Recording) F.SHIFT + 1 (REPEAT) OSD /PAGE AUTO/MONO F.SHIFT REC MODE REC F.SHIFT LEARN REPEAT RANDOM INPUT SEL. 1 2 3 F.
Remote control operation of other components VCR operations 43 * (Pause) SHIFT MACRO MUSIC MOVIE TV AV. POWER SYS. POWER # (Play) › (Fast forward) & (Stop) $ (Rewind) CH. (Channel ) CH. VOL. CH. VOL. MUTE DIMMER BASS BOOST SUB W. SOUND LISTEN M. CINEMA EQ TITLE/GUIDE TITLE/GUIDE MENU TUNING BAND ENTER RETURN /PAGE OSD /PAGE REC MODE REC (Recording) AUTO/MONO REC F.SHIFT LEARN REPEAT RANDOM INPUT SEL. 1 2 3 TV SELECT DISPLAY SELECT F.SHIFT F.SHIFT + 3 (INPUT SEL.
Remote control operation of other components DVD player operations 44 * (Pause) $ (Skip down) # (Play) CH. (Fast forward) CH. (Rewind) SHIFT MACRO MUSIC MOVIE TV AV. POWER SYS. POWER › (Skip up) & (Stop) CH. VOL. CH. VOL. MUTE DIMMER BASS BOOST SUB W. SOUND LISTEN M. CINEMA EQ TITLE/GUIDE GUIDE MENU TUNING BAND ENTER RETURN /PAGE OSD /PAGE RETURN REC MODE F.SHIFT + 1 (REPEAT) AUTO/MONO REC F.SHIFT LEARN REPEAT RANDOM INPUT SEL. 1 2 3 F.
Remote control operation of other components Cable tuner operations 45 SHIFT MACRO MUSIC MOVIE AV POWER CH. (Channel ) TV SYS. POWER CH. VOL. CH. VOL. VOL. (Volume ) MUTE DIMMER BASS BOOST SUB W. SOUND LISTEN M. CINEMA EQ TITLE/GUIDE CHANNEL GUIDE MENU TUNING BAND ENTER RETURN /PAGE OSD /PAGE PAGE DOWN (∞) REC MODE F.SHIFT + 7 (AUDIO) F.SHIFT + 8 (THEME) F.SHIFT + (+10) (INFO.) AUTO/MONO REC F.SHIFT LEARN REPEAT RANDOM INPUT SEL.
In case of difficulty 46 Resetting the Microcomputer If the microcomputer may malfunction (unit cannot be operated, or shows an erroneous display) if the power cord is unplugged while the power is ON, or due to some other external factor. If this happens, execute the following procedure to reset the microcomputer and return the unit to its normal operating condition. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, then plug it back in while holding down the STANDBY key.
In case of difficulty Remote control unit Cause Symptom 47 Remedy The battery indicator flashes during operation. • The batteries are nearing exhaustion. • Replace with new batteries to preserve the currently registered setup information. & Subwoofer volume cannot be adjusted. • Subwoofer is OFF. • Turn the subwoofer ON. Certain inputs cannot be selected using the remote control. • No setup codes registered at for the respective input(s).
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Specifications AUDIO section VIDEO section Rated power output during STEREO operation VIDEO inputs / outputs VIDEO (composite) ............................................ 1 Vp-p / 75 Ω S VIDEO (luminance signal) ................................ 1 Vp-p / 75 Ω (chrominance signal) ..................... 0.286 Vp-p / 75 Ω COMPONENT VIDEO (luminance signal) ............. 1 Vp-p / 75 Ω (CB/CR -signal) ........ +/– 0.
