AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER VR-7060 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.).
Before applying the power Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. How to use this manual 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 Unpacking Caution : Read the pages marked safe operation. carefully to ensure Before applying the power .............................. 2 Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are present. FM indoor antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Safety precautions ............................................. 2 How to use this manual ..................................... 2 Unpacking ..........................................................
Before applying the power Preparing the remote control For the U.S.A. FCC WARNING Loading the batteries 1 Remove the cover. 2 Insert the batteries. 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: 3 Close the cover.
Before applying the power Special features True home theater sound SRS Circle Surround II 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! § SRS Circle Surround II™ improves on its predecessor CS-5.1™ resulting in the CS-6.
Names and functions of parts Main unit Speaker indicators L SL S MUTE CLIP Input mode indicator indicator indicators C SW R LFE SB SP MUTE OPTICAL 6CH INPUT AUTO DETECT A B CLIP COAXIAL ANALOG 96kHzfs Listen mode indicators DSP MODE DTS DOLBY DIGITAL STEREO NEO:6 MATRIX DISCRETE PRO LOGIC LOUDNESS CS II SR Speaker selection indicators Input channel indicators Output channel indicators Display AUTO indicator MEMORY indicator AUTO MEMORY STEREO TUNED STEREO indicator TUNED indicator Fre
Names and functions of parts 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. fi * 1 DVD 6CH TUNER CD DVD VID1 VID3 AV AUX MD TAPE VID2 POWER RCVR TV 4 5 P. Call P.
Setting up the system Make connections as shown in the following pages. When connecting the related system components, be sure to 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. 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.
Setting up the system Connecting the terminals 1 Strip coating. 2 Loosen. Speaker placement Center speaker 3 Insert. 4 Secure. Subwoofer Front speakers (L,R) Surround speakers (L,R) 1 Strip coating. 3 Insert the cord. 2 Push the lever. 4 Return the lever. Connection of banana plugs 1 Secure. 2 Insert. Listening position Surround back speaker Front (left and right) speakers Place at the front left and right of the listening position. Front speakers are required for all surround modes.
Setting up the system Connecting audio components SYSTEM CONTROL jacks & To AC wall outlet IN IN PHONO CD/DVD REC OUT PLAY IN L R GND MD/TAPE OUT Cassette deck or MD recorder IN OUT CD or DVD player Moving coil (MC) cartridge record player cannot be used directly from the receiver unit. It can only be used when another equalizer amplifier is connected.
Setting up the system Connecting video components S Video jacks About the S VIDEO jacks S VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO OUT VIDEO S VIDEO IN VIDEO S VIDEO IN VIDEO S VIDEO IN VIDEO DVD IN MONITOR OUT Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video components with S VIDEO IN/OUT jacks. • If you use the S VIDEO jacks to connect your video playback components, be sure to use the S VIDEO jacks when connecting your monitor and video recording components.
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 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) 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. COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO 3 IN DVD IN Y Y CB CR CB CR MONITOR OUT Monitor TV (with component jacks) CR IN CB IN Y IN 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) If you have connected a DVD player to the receiver with digital connection, be sure to read the “Input mode settings” section carefully.
Setting up the system Connecting the speakers Surround Speakers (Be sure to connect both surround speakers) Powered subwoofer Left Right Surround Back/Subwoofer Use this terminal if you wish to connect to a Surround Back speaker with the SETUP of “6ch AMP SB” or to connect to a subwoofer speaker with the SETUP of “6ch AMP SW”.
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 AV AUX 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 cord. 3 Release lever.
Setting up the system Connecting the system control 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. If your component has the mode select switch, set the connected components to the [SL16] mode.
Preparing for surround sound Speaker settings 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. 4Select a speaker system. 1 Select the SP SETUP and press the SETUP key again so that the subwoofer setting indication “SUBW ON” appears. L POWER ON/STANDBY C SW R LFE SL S SETUP SB SP MUTE A B CLIP DTS.
Preparing for surround sound 8 Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi (%/fi) to select the appropriate surround speaker setting. $ Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi (%/fi) keys to select the appropriate subwoofer re-mix setting. 1 SW RE-MIX ON : Subwoofer re-mix setting mode to the receiver is ON. 2 SW RE-MIX OFF : Subwoofer re-mix setting mode to the receiver is OFF. If you selected “LARGE” as the center speaker setting, 1 SURR LARGE : Large surround speakers are connected to the receiver.
Normal playback Preparing for surround sound 3 Use the ∧/∨ keys or @/# keys to select the speakers and the MULTI CONTROL knob or Multi (%/fi) keys to adjust the distance to the front speakers. Preparing for playback Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback. The speaker indicator to be adjusted blinks. L C SW R LFE SL S SB SP MUTE A B CLIP DTS. DOLBY DIGITAL STEREO OPTICAL 6CH INPUT AUTO DETECT CINEMA EQ. ACTIVE EQ.
Normal playback Listening to a source component Adjusting the sound SPEAKER EQ ACTIVE EQ A SPEAKERS B TONE MULTI CONTROL VOLUME CONTROL PHONES LOUDNESS Input Selector AV AUX MUTE VOLUME CONTROL TUNER POWER RCVR Input Selector (Multi %/ fi) Mute Tone VOL / Active EQ VOL / Bass Boost Loudness Speaker EQ Adjusting the TONE 1 Use the Input Selector and AV AUX keys to select the source you want to listen to. Selecting a source using each key.
Normal playback Adjusting the LOUDNESS mode SPEAKER EQ mode You can adjust the Loudness function which controls the low volume settings to maintain the music's richness. The adjustment can be made when the receiver is in the PCM stereo and analog stereo mode. SPEAKER EQ function is to adjust the receiver’s audio output characteristics with the speakers’ characteristics which differs depending on the size of the speakers.
Recording Recording audio (analog sources) 3 Press and hold the DIMMER key for more than 2 seconds to select the AUTO REC or MANUAL REC mode. 1 REC MODE off : The digital input record mode is switched off. 2 AUTO REC mode : The digital input signals (DTS, Dolby Digital, or PCM) are identified automatically and converted into stereo signals that are ready for recording. 3 MANUAL REC mode : The input signal type at the moment this mode is selected is held throughout this mode.
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 Tuning radio stations BAND TUNER MULTI CONTROL MULTI CONTROL AUTO TUNER TUNER 1 Tune to the station you want to store. 2 Press the MEMORY key while receiving the station. (Multi %/ fi) Blinks for 5 seconds Tune – 1 Tune + ¡ Band L Auto SL S 1 Use the TUNER key to select the tuner.
Listening to radio broadcasts Receiving preset stations Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL) TUNER TUNER (P.Call @/#) Numeric keys 1 Press the TUNER key to select tuner as the source. 2 Enter the number of the preset station you want to receive (up to “40”). • Each time you press the key, another preset station is received in order. Press the numeric keys in the following order: For “15”, press For “20”, press 1 Press the TUNER key to select the tuner as the source. 2 Use the P.
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. * Surround modes The below speaker placements are for 5.1 channel surround sound system which are; • Dolby Digital • Dolby Pro Logic II • DSP • DVD 6-channel • DTS The below speaker placements are for 6.
Ambience effects Dolby Digital DTS The Dolby Digital surround format lets you enjoy up to 5.1 channels of digital surround sound from Dolby Digital program sources (such ). Compared with as Laserdisc or DVD software marked previous Dolby surround, Dolby Digital provides even better sound quality, greater spatial accuracy, and improved dynamic range. DTS (Digital Theater System) is a 5.
Ambience effects DSP mode The DSP mode lets you add the atmosphere of a live concert or hall to almost any type of program source. These modes are particularly effective when used with stereo program sources, like CD, television, and FM radio. You might enjoy trying the ARENA, JAZZ CLUB, THEATER, STADIUM or DISCO mode the next time you watch a concert or sporting event! What's DSP? DSP stands for Digital Signal Processor.
Ambience effects Surround play 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 the mark and DOLBY DIGITAL format digital broadcasts (etc.). DOLBY PRO LOGIC can be used when playing video, DVD, or LD mark. software bearing the SRS Circle Surround II enables you to listen to multi channel sound from the stereo source. DSP INPUT MODE When you select DOLBY DIGITAL “DOLBY DIGITAL” will be displayed.
Ambience effects DVD 6-channel playback Convenient functions Using a DVD player or the like equipped with six (5.1) output channels and the receiver, you can enjoy surround sound playback. Connecting a DVD player which can decode the surround signal itself is also acceptable.
Ambience effects Midnight mode (Dolby Digital mode only) Center Width mode (Pro Logic II Music 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 heavy sound passage of the Dolby Digital sound track (like scenes with sudden increases in volume) to minimize the difference in volume between the scenes with heavy sound passage and scenes with normlal sound passage.
Ambience effects CS II Gain adjustment mode (CS II mode only) Display dimmer adjustment CS II GAIN allows user to adjust the input gain for the Circle Surround II processing. The dimmer function lets you select the brightness of the receiver's display. You might find this useful if you darken your room to watch movies or listen to music. 1 Press the SOUND key, then press the ∧/∨ keys or @/# keys until “CSII GAIN” appears on the display.
Basic remote control operations for other components 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. Low battery warning Replace all two batteries with new ones when you notice a shortening of the distance from which the remote control will operate.The remote control is designed to retain setup codes in memory while you change batteries.
Basic remote control operations for other components Checking the codes 5 To clear the re-assignment and reset the remote control to its If you have setup the remote control using the procedures described in “Searching for your codes”, you may need to find out which four-digit code is operating your equipment: For example, to find out which code is operating your TV: 1 Press the TV key once. Next, press and hold the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice, then release the Remote Setup key.
Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart VCR setup codes Maker Setup Codes Maker Admiral 0048, 0209 Sanyo 0047, 0104 American High 0035 Scott 0043, 0045, 0121, 0184 Bell & Howell 0104 Sears 0035, 0042, 0047, 0104 Broksonic 0121, 0184, 0209 Semp 0045 Canon 0035 Sharp 0048 Carver 0081 Sonic Blue 0614, 0616 Craig 0047 Sony 0032, 0033, 0035, 0636, 1032 Curtis Mathes 0035, 0060, 0162, 0760 Sylvania 0035, 0043, 0081 Daewoo 0045 Technics 0035, 016
Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart TV setup codes Maker Setup Codes Maker Setup Codes AOC 0019, 0030 GE Admiral 0093, 0463 0021, 0047, 0051, 0178, 0251, 0451, 0747, 0804, 0807, 0809, 0811, 1147, 1347 Gibralter 0017, 0019, 0030 Adventura 0800 Aiko 0092 Aiwa 0701, 0800, 0802 Akai 0030 Alaron 0179 America Action 0180 Ampro 0751 Anam 0180 Apex Digital 0748, 0765, 0767 Asha 0804 Audiovox 0092, 0180, 0451, 0623, 0802 Baysonic 0180 Belcor 001
Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart Maker Setup Codes Maker Orion 0179, 0236, 0463, 0817 Techwood 0051, 0056 Panasonic 0051, 0250, 0809, 0812, 0815, 0907, 0908 Teknika 0016, 0019, 0054, 0056, 0060, 0092, 0150, 0179, 0180, 0800, 0802 Penney 0019, 0021, 0030, 0047, 0051, 0060, 0156, 0178, 0747, 0802, 0804, 0809, 0814, 1347 Telefunken 0056 Philco 0019, 0030, 0054, 0145, 0463 Philips 0054, 0904, 1454 Pilot 0019, 0030, 0802 Pioneer 0166, 0679 Portland 00
Basic remote control operations for other components Setup code chart DVD player Setup codes DTV decoders setup codes Maker Setup Codes Maker Aiwa 0641 Panasonic Setup Codes 1120 Apex Digital 0672, 0717, 0755, 0794, 0795, 0796, 0797, 0830 Pioneer 1010 Princeton 0113, 0295 Blue Parade 0571 Samsung 1190 DVD2000 0521 Sensory Science 1126 Daewoo 0784 Sharp 1010 Denon 0490, 0634 Emerson 0591 Enterprise 0591 Fisher 0670 GE 0522, 0717, 0815 Maker Setup Codes GPX 0769 Kenwo
Basic remote control operations for other components CASSETTE deck, CD player & MD recorder operations You can perform these basic operations using the keys described below when connected to KENWOOD cassette deck, CD player or MD recorder equipped with system control operations. & Cassette deck operations keys CD player operation keys DVD 6CH AV AUX PHONO 6 Numeric keys (Select tracks) Multi 8 0 + 10 9 Return Disc sel.
Basic remote control operations for other components Other components’ operations Refer to the following for the type of remote control operations available for each component. 1 Select the input source. 2 Press the keys corresponding to the operations you desire. Refer to the following sections for details. • When pressing keys in succession, press each key firmly and be sure to wait at least 1 second before pressing the next key.
Basic remote control operations for other components DSS operation keys Cable operation keys DVD 6CH Exit Last (Last channel) P. Call 8 0 + 10 9 + 100 Page Return OSD Last/ AB Exit Guide Disc Skip Mute Input Sel. + ¢ VOL Sound – – + TV VOL Tune – Dimmer Tune + Auto Top Menu Active EQ Info (Information) Listen Mode Speaker EQ REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-R0823 + 100 OSD Last / AB Exit Menu Mute Input Sel.
In case of difficulty Resetting the Microcomputer Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, then plug it back in while holding down the POWER ON/STANDBY key. 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.
In case of difficulty Remote control unit Symptom Cause Remedy Certain inputs cannot be selected using the remote control. • No setup codes registered for the respective input(s). • Register a setup code at the respective input(s). fi Remote control operation is not possible. • The remote control is set to a different operation mode. • Batteries are exhausted.
Specifications Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. AUDIO section VIDEO section Rated power output during STEREO operation VIDEO inputs / outputs VIDEO (composite) .................................................. 1 Vp-p / 75 Ω S VIDEO inputs /outputs S VIDEO (luminance signal) ................................... 1 Vp-p / 75 Ω S VIDEO (chrominance signal) ....................... 0.286 Vp-p / 75 Ω COMPONENT VIDEO inputs /outputs COMPONENT VIDEO (luminance signal) ..............
