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AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER
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VR 9060
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 (e
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Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe Before applying the power operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. Maintenance of the unit When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry U.S.A. and Canada ........................................... AC 120 V only cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these agents Australia ........................................................... AC 240 V only may cause discoloration. Europe ..................
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Before applying the power Contents Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation. Before applying the power ...................................................... 2 Basic remote control operations for other Safety precautions..................................................................... 2 components ....................................................... 34 How to use this manual ............................................................ 2 Registering setup codes f
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Before applying the power Unpacking Preparing the remote control Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are present. Loading the batteries 1 Remove the cover. 2 Insert the batteries. FM indoor antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote control unit (1) Batteries (R03/AAA) (2) RC-R0829 3 Close the cover. If any accessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If the unit was shipped to you directly, notify your shipper immed
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Before applying the power Special features True home theater sound § This receiver incorporates a wide variety of surround modes to bring you maximum enjoyment from your video software and audio source. Select a surround mode according to your equipment or the software you are going to play and enjoy! • Dolby Digital EX • Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Pro Logic II • Dolby Digital • Dolby Virtual Speaker • Dolby Headphone • DTS-ES • DTS Neo:6 • DTS 96/24 • DTS • DSP Mode ACTIVE EQ ACTIVE EQ mode wil
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Names and functions of parts Main unit Speaker MUTE CLIP Input mode Listen mode indicators indicators indicator indicator indicators SLEEP indicator SP MUTE AUTO DETECT DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL EX DTS 96/24 DOLBY H STEREO NEO:6 AUTO indicator *Input channel indicators DOLBY EX ES MATRIX6.1 DOLBY VS 96kHzfs AB CLIP L CR SW 6CH INPUT DOLBY PL II x ES DISCRETE6.1 LOUDNESS SLEEP DSP MODE Input channel indicators light AUTO MEMORY indicator LFE MEMORY up according to the STEREO indicator STEREO incomin
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Names and functions of parts Remote control unit This remote control unit can be used not only for Kenwood products but also for other non-Kenwood products by setting the appropriate manufacturer’s setup codes. › 1 RECEIVER ON key & 0 RCV MODE key & Use to turn the receiver on. Use to switch the remote control unit to the RECEIVER ON STANDBY SOURCE RECEIVER STANDBY key receiver control mode. Use to turn the receiver off (standby). ! LISTEN MODE %/fi keys ⁄ 2 INPUT MODE key 8 Use to select the lis
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Setting up the system Make connections as shown in the following pages. Input mode settings When connecting the related system components, be sure to refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 and DVD/6CH inputs each include jacks components you are connecting. for digital audio input and analog audio input. Do not connect the power cord to a wall outlet until all The initial factory settings for audio signal playback for CD/DVD, connections are completed. DVD/6C
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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) Listening position Surround Speakers (L, R) *Surround Back *Surround Back Left Speaker Right Speaker 1 Strip coating. 2 Push the lever. *Surround Back Speaker *For Surround Back speaker, you may place either two Surround Back speakers (Surround Back Left Speaker and Surround Back Right Speaker) for 7.1 channel surround sound system or one
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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. 8 COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OUT IN IN IN IN CD/DVD VIDEO 3 MONITOR VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO 2 VIDEO OUT DVD MONITOR DVD/ 6CH DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT For COMPONENT VIDEO connection $ S VIDEO OUT S VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO IN IN IN VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO OUT DVD MONITOR CENTER SUB PLA
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Setting up the system Connecting audio components To AC wall outlet L L • The earth terminal with the H symbol is used for noise reduction of R R record player. It is not for safety earth. IN IN REC OUT PLAY IN PHONO CD/DVD MD/TAPE OUT Cassette Deck or MD Recorder IN OUT DVD Player or CD Player Moving coil (MC) cartridge record player cannot be used directly from the receiver unit. It can only OUT be used when another equalizer amplifier is connected. Record Player CAUTION Be sure to adhere to t
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Setting up the system Connecting video components S VIDEO Jacks About the S VIDEO Jacks S VIDEO S VIDEO OUT OUT S VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO OUT IN IN IN IN VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO Use the S VIDEO Jacks to make connections to video (DVD) (MONITOR) components with S VIDEO IN/OUT Jacks. • If you use the S VIDEO jacks to connect your video play- back components, be sure to use the S VIDEO jacks when connecting your monitor and * DVD IN input jack is used for video recording compone
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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 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. 8 COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL CD/DVD VIDEO 3 MONITOR VIDEO 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) DVD/ 6CH Optical DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT fiber cable MD Recorder OPTIC
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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. * DVD IN input jack is used for either CD/DVD input or DVD/ 6CH input. COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO 3 IN DVD CB CR CB CR Y Y IN VIDEO 2 IN MONITOR OUT Y CB CR Monitor TV (with component jacks) CR IN CB IN Y IN Video Recorder, DVD Recorder, Satellite Cable Tuner & Game Player (with c
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Setting up the system Connecting the speakers Surround Back Speaker/s When connecting a single Surround Back Speaker, connect it to SURROUND BACK L terminals and se- lect “SB LARGEx1” or “SB NORMALx1” at Speaker settings. * Surround Speakers Right Right Left Left Powered Subwoofer SURROUND R GRAY L BLUE + - - + SURROUND R TAN L BROWN BACK + - - + SUB WOOFER PRE OUT RED WHITE GREEN FRONT B + RL - ++ - - RL FRONT A CENTER Right Left Front Speakers B Center Speaker Right Left Front Speakers A • To
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Setting up the system Connecting to the AV AUX jacks Connecting the antennas The AV AUX jacks are convenient for connection of video components The broadcast reception cannot be made unless the antennas are such as a camcorder or a video game. connected. Connect the antennas correctly as instructed below. AM Loop Antenna Place the supplied loop antenna as far as possible from the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and power cord, and adjust the direction for best AV AUX/GAME reception. AM Antenna
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Preparing for surround sound Select a speaker system. Speaker settings 4 1 Select the SP SETUP and press the SETUP key again so that To enable you to obtain optimum enjoyment from the receiver’s listening the subwoofer setting indication “SUBW ON” appears. modes, make sure to complete the speaker settings (Subwoofer, Front, Center, Surround and Surround Back Speakers) as described below. SP MUTE STEREO AB CLIP L CR SW LFE (POWER SL SB SR ON/STANDBY ) SETUP MULTI CONTROL 2 Use the MULTI CON
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Preparing for surround sound 8 Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or MULTI %/fi keys to select Select the CROSSOVER frequency. 5 the appropriate Surround Speaker setting. CROSSOVER function is to adjust the receiver’s audio output character- If you selected “FRNT LARGE” as the Front Speaker setting, istics with the speakers’ characteristics which differs depending on the size of the speakers. You will be able to enjoy a more natural and 1 SURR NORMAL : Average size Surround Speakers are con- dynamic soun
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Preparing for surround sound Input the distance to the speakers. 7 Select the display mode. 9 • Indicators appear only for the channels of the speakers selected 1 Press the 5/∞ keys or MULTI @/# keys to select the DISP in step 4. MODE and press the SETUP key. 2 Use the MULTI CONTROL knob or MULTI %/fi keys to select 1 Press the 5/∞ keys or MULTI @/# keys to select the SP the display mode. DISTANCE on setup displays and press the SETUP key again. 1 DISP SELECTOR : Displays the current input select
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Normal playback Listening to a source component Preparing for playback Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback. VOLUME CONTROL (POWER ON/STANDBY ) SPEAKERS INPUT MODE AV AUX/GAME INPUT SELECTOR Turning on the receiver VOLUME%/fi 1 Turn on the power to the related components. 2 Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the (POWER Input Selector ON/STANDBY) key. keys Selecting the input mode If you have selected a component connected to the CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 or
