COMPACT HI-FI SYSTEM
NV-SERIES
NV-701/NV-301
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed above.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country
and sales area.
B60-4755-00 (EN)
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Preparation
section
Before applying power
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Units are designed for operation as follows.
U.S.A. and Canada ............................................ AC 120 V only
Australia ............................................................. AC 240 V only
Europe and U.K. ................................................. AC 230 V only
China.................................................................... AC 220 V only
*Other countries ........... AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable
For the United Kingdom
Factory fitted moulded mains plug
1.The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use
only a 13-Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) 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 colored in
accordance with the following code:
Blue
: Neutral
Brown
: Live
Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three-
pin plug.
*AC voltage selection (For U.S. military and other
selected regions)
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 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.
AC 110120V
AC 220240V
AC 110120V
AC 220240V
Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
USERTOTHE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUC-
TIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS
INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE"
WITHIN THE PRODUCT'S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTI-
TUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The marking is located on the rear panel and says that
the component uses laser beams that have been clas-
sified as Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing laser
beams that are of a weaker class. There is no danger of
hazardous radiation outside the unit.
Preparation
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Before applying power
Contents
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
Preparation section
Before applying power ............................... 2
Safety precautions ...................................... 2
Special features ................................................ 4
System connection............................................ 5
Accessories ........................................................................ 5
Connection of the system accessories .......................... 5
Connection with other components (optional or
commercially-available equipment) ........................ 8
Controls and indicators .................................. 11
Main unit ............................................................................ 11
Display ............................................................................... 13
Remote control unit (RC-NV301 / RC-NV301E) ............ 14
Remote control unit (RC-NV701 / RC-NV701E) ............ 15
Operation of the remote control unit............ 17
Operation of the MULTI CONTROL
setting mode ................................................ 18
Clock adjustment............................................. 19
Setting up for surround sound
(NV-701 only)................................................ 20
Setting the configuration of the speaker system....... 20
Setting speaker distances and system
volume levels .............................................................. 21
Setting the audio for connected
components (NV-701 only) ........................ 23
Basic section
Let's have sound .............................................. 24
Basic operation ................................................................ 24
CD Playback ...................................................................... 26
Tape playback ................................................................... 28
Receiving broadcast stations ........................................ 31
CHANNEL SPACE setting (Except for the U.S.A.,
Canada, U.K., Europe, and Australia) ..................... 33
Let's record ....................................................... 34
Recording onto a tape ..................................................... 34
Application section
Special playback options for CD .................. 37
Listening in the desired sequence
(program playback) .................................................... 37
Repeated playback .......................................................... 39
Random playback ............................................................. 41
R.D.S. (Radio Data System) (For U.K. and
Europe) .......................................................... 42
Searching for a desired program type (PTY search)
(For U.K. and Europe) ................................................. 43
Convenient CD recording ............................... 45
Selection of a recording type ........................................ 45
Recording only the desired track (CD ONE
TRACK RECORDING) .................................................. 46
Recording an entire CD (CD DIRECT RECORDING) .... 47
Recording programmed tracks (CD PROGRAM
RECORDING) ................................................................ 48
Recording digital sound tracks (DIGITAL
SOURCE RECORDING) (NV-701 only) .................... 49
Effective sound adjustment ........................... 50
Balance adjustment......................................................... 50
Input level adjustment .................................................... 51
Listening to music with the desired sound
(NV-701 only) ............................................................... 52
Surround modes ............................................................... 52
Surround play (NV-701 only) .......................................... 54
Subwoofer level adjustment (NV-701 only) ............... 55
Remote operation of other components (NV-
701 only) ........................................................ 56
Setting up the remote control unit ...................................... 56
Key functions when operating other components .......... 57
Timer operation................................................ 59
Sleep timer ........................................................................ 59
Timer programming.......................................................... 60
Knowledge section
Important Items ................................................ 63
Setup Codes (RC-NV701) ................................................. 63
Setup Codes (RC-NV701E) .............................................. 64
Maintenance ..................................................................... 65
Reference .......................................................................... 65
Handling of discs and tapes .......................... 66
In case of difficulty ......................................... 67
Specifications .................................................. 71
As an
ENERGY STAR® Partner, Kenwood Corporation
has determined that this products meets the
ENERGY
STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
This product can save energy. Saving energy reduces air
pollution and lowers utility bills.
Basic
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Application
section
Knowledge
section
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Preparation
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Special features
Simple operation of numerous unit functions using MULTI CONTROL setting mode
The MULTI CONTROL setting mode gives you control of a number of unit operations including CD program
playback and timer programming while using an easy to use menu format.
3-Disc carousel CD player
Three discs can be set. You can enjoy listening to your CDs with program playback, repeat playback,
random playback, etc.
Convenient timer functions
Timer programming : Timer playback, AI timer playback, and timer recording can be set.
÷ AI timer playback : When the unit is turned ON by the timer, the sound level
increases gradually.
Sleep timer
: Useful when you want to fall asleep while listening to music.
Auto power save
When the power is ON and neither recording nor playback occurs for 30 minutes or more, the power is
switched to standby mode automatically.
CD text information display (CD TEXT compatibility)
The text information (disc title and track titles) recorded on CDs can be displayed.
True home theater sound (NV-701 only)
Internal multichannel audio decoding
This unit incorporates internal Dolby Digital and DTS decoding. By connecting a commercially available
DVD player to this unit, you can enjoy cinematic quality 5.1-channel surround sound when playing back
media encoded in Dolby Digital and DTS formats. This unit's CD player is also compatible with playback
of DTS CDs.
Discreet 6-channel input capability
This unit features discreet 6-channel input for connection to a DVD player or an external decoder. This
feature allows the flexibility for connection to an external digital audio decoder of a current or future
digital audio format.
Remote operation of other components (NV-701 only)
The remote control unit is programmed with the control codes of a number of manufacturers so you can
operate the other components in your system.
Discs which can be played with this unit
CD (12 cm, 8 cm), and the audio part of CDV, CD-G, CD-EG and CD-EXTRA.
Use discs that comply with the IEC standard, for example a disc carrying the
DIGITAL AUDIO
DIGITAL AUDIO
COMPACT
COMPACT
marking on the label surface.
Demonstration
When the power supply is restored after a power failure or the power cord is unplugged and then plugged in again
during use, this unit automatically starts the demonstration function (display only). During the demonstration, the
display changes in sequence but the sound mode does not change.
To switch the demonstration on and off :
Turn the unit to the standby mode and press the MENU(DEMO) key.
Each press of the key switches the demonstration on and off.
MENU
DEMO
Preparation
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System connection
Accessories
FM indoor antenna
(1)
AM loop antenna
(1)
Remote control unit
(1)
RC-NV301
RC-NV301E
(For NV-301)
RC-NV701
RC-NV701E
(For NV-701)
Speaker cords
NV-301 (2)
NV-701 (6)
Batteries (R6/AA)
(2)
AC plug adaptor (1)
(Speaker cords are provided in
the speaker package. Be sure to
check that the correct lengths
have been provided.)
Use to adapt the plug on the power
cord to the shape of the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where
use is necessary.)
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.
When unpacking the main unit
Plastic protective adhesives have been applied to the front panel of the main unit to prevent minor scratches to the front panel during shipping. Please
remove these adhesives before using this unit.
Connection of the system accessories
CAUTION Note on Connection
Connect the components as shown in the diagrams. Do not plug the power cord into a power outlet until connections
are complete. The rear panel configuration varies depending on the models (countries or area).
FM indoor antenna
AM loop antenna
The accessory antenna is for temporary indoor use
only. For stable signal reception we recommend
using an outdoor antenna. Remove the indoor
antenna if you connect one outdoors.
The supplied antenna is for indoor use. Place it
as far as possible from the main unit, TV sets,
speaker cords, and the power cord, and set it in
the direction that provides the best reception.
1 Connect to the antenna terminal.
2 Locate a position providing good reception.
3 Fix the antenna in place.
FM
75
GND
AM
FM
75
GND
AM
Assemble
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