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DVR-505
DVR-7000
DVD RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
B60-5149-08 00 (K/P/T/M/X/Y) OC 01/07
DIGITAL VIDEO
COMPACT


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Preparations
DVR-505/DVR-7000 (EN)
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SER-
VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRI-
ANGLE, IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED "DAN-
GEROUS VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE PRODUCT'S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT
MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT
THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SER-
VICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
Units are designed for operation as follows.
Safety precautions
Factory fitted moulded mains plug
1. The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use
only a 3-Amp ASTA-approved (BS 1362) fuse.
2. The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the
fuse in the moulded plug.
3. Do not cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If
the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach.
A power point, then obtain an appropriate safety
approved extension lead or adapter, or consult your
dealer. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off,
remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately,
to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent.
Connection to the mains supply.
IMPORTANT :
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Blue
: Neutral
Brown : Live
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a
three-pin plug.
For the United Kingdom
WARNING :TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The marking this product has been classified as Class
1. It means that there is no danger of hazardous radia-
tion outside the product.
Location: Back panel
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
U.S.A. and Canada ....................................................... AC 120V only
Australia ....................................................................... AC 240 V only
Before applying power
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Introduction
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Europe and U.K. ............................................................ AC 230V only
*Other countries .................... AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
*For other countries
T
his unit operates on 110-120 or 220-240 volts AC . The
AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel is set to the
voltage that prevails in the area to which the unit is
shipped. Before connecting the power cord to your AC
outlet, make sure that the setting position of this switch
matches your line voltage. If not, it must be set to your
voltage in accordance with the following direction.
AC voltage selection
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.


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Knowledge
Contents
Preparations
Operations
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
Introduction ...................................................................................... 2
Before applying power ..................................................... 2
Safety precautions ............................................................. 2
Accessories ............................................................................... 4
CHANNEL SPACE setting (Except for the U.S.A., Canada, ..
U.K., Europe and Australia) ............................................... 4
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................... 5
Special features and Contents ..................................................... 7
Reference ......................................................................................... 7
Maintenance .................................................................................... 8
Discs information ............................................................................ 9
Types of playable discs ........................................................... 9
Unplayable discs ...................................................................... 9
Icons on the DVD discs ............................................................ 9
Region codes ................................................................................. 10
Region codes in the world .................................................... 10
Examples of TV screen display of each video format ...... 10
Video formats ................................................................................. 11
Video formats of DVD discs that can be played on this unit ....... 11
System Connections .............................................................. 12
Loudspeakers .......................................................................... 12
AM loop antenna .................................................................... 13
FM antenna .............................................................................. 13
Connecting to a TV ................................................................. 14
Connecting to a Satellite Tuner ........................................... 14
Connecting to Audio video equipments ............................. 15
Connecting a Camcorder or Video game machine ........... 15
Controls and indicators ................................................................ 16
Operation of remote control unit ................................................ 17
Let's put out some sound ............................................................. 18
Basic use method ................................................................... 18
Changing the Tone .................................................................. 19
Receiving broadcast station ....................................................... 21
Storing the broadcast stations (one-by-one presetting) ............
22
Using RDS function ( for U.K. only) ...................................... 23
Playback of disc ............................................................................ 25
Basic play ................................................................................ 25
Disc playback features .......................................................... 26
Using the On-screen banner display ......................................... 27
Selecting a Title ...................................................................... 28
Selecting a Chapter or Track ................................................ 28
Changing the Audio Language ............................................. 29
Changing the Subtitle Language .......................................... 29
Changing the Camera angle ................................................. 30
Using IntroScan function ...................................................... 30
Using Bookmarks ................................................................... 31
Repeat play .............................................................................. 32
A-B Repeat play ...................................................................... 32
Random play ............................................................................ 33
Program play .................................................................................. 34
Menu playback .............................................................................. 36
Hierarchical structure of VCD menus ................................. 36
Examples of operation keys and indications used during ..
VCD playback .................................................................... 36
Playback without using the menu playback function (In .....
case of a P.B.C.-compatible VCD) (To P.B.C. On or Off) ......... 37
MP3 function .................................................................................. 38
Guidance of MP3 .................................................................... 38
MP3 On-screen display ......................................................... 39
Playing back MP3 ................................................................... 39
Selecting MP3 files or folders ............................................. 40
MP3 program playback ......................................................... 41
Set Up functions ............................................................................ 42
Set up menu ............................................................................. 42
Select Audio Language ......................................................... 43
Select Subtitle Language ...................................................... 43
Select Menu Language .......................................................... 44
Select Rating ........................................................................... 44
Password ................................................................................. 45
TV aspect .................................................................................. 47
Setting up LISTEN mode .............................................................. 48
What are LISTEN modes? ...................................................... 48
To set the LISTEN mode manually ....................................... 49
Speaker setting ............................................................................. 50
Changing the INPUT MODE ......................................................... 52
Control of a different device with the accessory remote controller .... 53
Register the setup codes for your audio and video .......... 53
Operating other devises ........................................................ 53
Setup code table (for U.K.) .................................................... 54
Setup code table (for U.S.A., Canada and other countries)
............................................................................................. 57
Keys which can be used to operate connected devices 60
Knowledge ..................................................................................... 61
DVD menu language code list .............................................. 61
In case of difficulty ....................................................................... 62
Specifications ................................................................................ 65


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DVR-505/DVR-7000 (EN)
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 of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your unit
was shipped to you directly, notify the shipping company without delay. Only the consignee (the person or company receiving the unit) can
file a claim against the carrier for shipping damage.
We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are present.
FM indoor antenna (1)
Loop antenna (1)
Remote control unit (1)
Batteries (LR03/AAA) (2)
*AC plug adaptor (1) * Use to adapt the plug on the
power cord to the shape of
the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions
where use is necessary.)
Video cord (1)
System
Front speakers and surround speakers
Subwoofer
DVR-505
KS-305DV (Left speaker, right speaker,
SW-15DV
center speaker and surround speakers)
DVR-7000
KSW-7000 (Left speaker, right speaker, center speaker, surround speakers and subwoofer)
The space between radio channels has been set to the one
that prevails in the area to which the system is shipped.
However, if the current channel space setting does not
match the setting in the area where the system is to be used,
for instance when you move from area 1 or area 2 shown in
the following table or vice versa, proper reception of AM/FM
broadcasts cannot be expected. In this case, change the
channel space setting in accordance with your area by refer-
ring to the following table.
(Except for the U.S.A., Canada, U.K., Europe and Australia)
CHANNEL
SPACE frequency
Area
1
2
USA, Canada and South
American countries
Other countries
FM : 100 kHz
AM : 10 kHz
FM : 50 kHz
AM :
9 kHz
Setting the CHANNEL SPACE
1 Set the POWER key to standby (power off) mode.
2 press the STOP key, the ¢ key and the 4 key on
main unit in this order.
Each operate step
2, switches the modes as follows.
1
"FM100/AM10 kHz" STEP
2
"FM 50 /AM 9 kHz" STEP
CHANNEL SPACE setting
Accessories packed with the main unit
Speaker model names
SCART plug (1) (for U.K. only)
Speaker cords (6)


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Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure
safe operation.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
6. Temperature ­ The appliance may not function
properly if used at extremely low, or freezing
temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is
above +5°C (41°F).
7. Heat ­ The appliance should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
8. Electric shock ­ Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure
through openings. If a metal objects, such as a hair
pin or a needle, comes into contact with the inside of
this appliance, a dangerous electric shock may result.
For families with children, never permit children to
put anything, especially metal, inside this appliance.
9. Enclosure removal ­ Never remove the enclosure.
If the internal parts are touched accidentally, a serious
electric shock might occur.
10.Magnetic fields ­ Keep the appliance away from
sources of magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker
systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized
objects.
11.Cleaning ­ Unplug this appliance from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use volatile solvents
such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or benzine,
etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.
12.Accessories ­ Do not place this appliance on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer,
or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance
should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should
be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions
before operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on
the appliance and in the instruction manual. Follow all the
safety and operating instructions.
These safety and
operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
1. Power sources ­ The appliance should be connected to
a power supply only of the type described in the instruction
manual or as marked on the appliance. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your
appliance dealer or local power company. For appliances
intended to operate from battery power, or other sources,
refer to the instruction manual.
2. Power-cord protection ­ Power-supply cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on
or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.
3.
CAUTION ­ Polarization ­ This appliance may
be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will
fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to
fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
4. Ventilation ­ Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered. The appliance
should be situated so that its location or position does not
interfere with its proper ventilation.
To maintain good ventilation, do not put records or a table-
cloth on the appliance. Place the appliance at least 10 cm
away from the walls.
Do not use the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or similar
surface that may block the ventilation openings.
This
appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided
or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
5. Water and moisture ­ The appliance should not be
used near water - for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.