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MICRO HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
B60-5060-00 00 CS (M) AP 0105
HM-DV6MD


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Preparation
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Basic
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Application
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Knowledge
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Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Units are designed for operation as follows.
..................................................... AC 110 - 240 V
Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRI-
ANGLE, 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 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 MAINTE-
NANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE
APPLIANCE.
CAUTION
Before applying power
The marking this product has been
classified as Class 1. It means that
there is no danger of hazardous ra-
diation outside the product.
Location: Back panel
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The marking of products using lasers (For countries other than U.S.A., U.S.-Military and Canada)
Inside this laser product, a laser di-
ode classified as Class 2 laser ra-
diation is contained as alerted by
the internal caution label shown
above. Do not stare into beam.
Location: DVD laser pick-up unit
cover inside this product
CAUTION
VISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN. DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM.
Inside this laser product, a laser di-
ode classified as Class 3B laser ra-
diation is contained as alerted by
the internal caution label shown
above. Avoid exposure to laser
beams.
Location: MD laser pick-up unit
cover inside this product
CAUTION
VISIBLE LASER
RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.


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Special features
CD
= MD high-speed dubbing
This convenient feature enables simple, quick dubbing from a CD to an MD.
(Note that recording of discs other than CD on MD is possible only in the normal speed because it is only
their analog audio output that can be recorded on MD.)
MD Long Play modes
With the long-hour recording/playback modes (LP2, LP4) based on ATRAC3 (MDLP), digital long-hour re-
cording/playback for twice (about 160 minutes*) or 4 times (about 320 minutes*) the normal recording/
playback time is now available. (* Data using a 80-minute disc.)
Versatile timer features
÷ Sleep timer :
The unit is turned OFF automatically after the specified period has elapsed.
It is convenient for example for
falling asleep while listening to music in the night time, etc.
÷ O.T.T. :
This timer setting is executed only for an hour (and for once) when the set start time comes.
÷ Timer playback, timer recording :
Two timer programs (PROG.1, PROG.2) are available for timer playback (AI timer playback) or timer recording.
(With the AI timer playback, the playback volume increases gradually after the start of timer playback.)
Convenient recording features
Versatile recording features are provided, allowing the user to select desired one for each purpose.
÷ One-touch recording :
Pressing a single key starts recording of all tracks or a single track in a disc.
÷ Program recording :
Your favorite tracks can be recorded in any desired order. (Program recording is not available with DVD-VIDEO and
MP3 files.)
Micro-component system featuring DVD VIDEO and MD
A DVD VIDEO player and MD recorder are provided as standard. This combination can be used for example
for playing DVD music software and record its audio output on an MD. (Note that it is only the analog audio
that can be recorded when recording DVD Video, VCD or MP3 file playback on MD.)
MP3 playback
Music files recorded in the MP3 audio compression format can be played back.
This document classifies the applications of each feature using the following icons.
DVD : Description of a feature that can be used with
DVD VIDEO.
VCD : Description of a feature that can be used with
VIDEO CD.
CD
: Description of a feature that can be used with
CD (CD-R/RW).
MP3 : Description of a feature that can be used with
MP3.


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This unit is equipped with a demonstration func-
tion (only display). The demonstration consists
of sequential change of display and indicators
showing the operations, but the audio itself does
not change. The demonstration function can be
cancelled as follows.
÷ This operates automatically when a power failure has
occurred or the plug of the power cable has been
pulled while the power was ON.
In regard to demonstration
"DEMO ON" (To execute demonstration):
After turning power ON, press and hold the SET/
DEMO key (for more than 2 seconds).
"DEMO OFF" (To cancel demonstration):
Press the SET/DEMO key during demonstration.
FM indoor antenna (1)
Accessories
AM loop antenna (1)
Video cord (1)
Speaker cord (2)
Remote control unit (1)
SET/DEMO
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all the accessories are present.
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 immediately. Kenwood recommends that you retain the original carton and
packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Please confirm that the following accessories are present.
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.)


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Contents
Before applying power ............................................ 2
Safety precautions .............................................................. 2
Special features .............................................................. 3
System connection ......................................................... 6
Connection of the System Accessories .................................. 6
Connection of Other Accessories
(Commercially Available Parts) ........................................... 8
Channel space setting .............................................................. 10
Controls and indicators................................................ 12
Main unit ..................................................................................... 12
Operation of remote control unit ............................................ 14
Display ......................................................................................... 16
Clock adjustment .......................................................... 17
Video Formats ................................................................ 18
Playable Disc ................................................................. 19
Basic use method .......................................................... 22
Playback ......................................................................... 24
Basic OSD Operation ................................................................ 28
Icons on the TV screen ............................................................. 29
Playback of MD ............................................................. 31
Receiving broadcast station ....................................... 34
Collective presetting of stations ............................................ 35
Tuning a non-preset radio station
(Auto tuning, Manual tuning) ............................................. 36
One-by-one presetting (Manual preset) ............................... 36
Recording on MD .......................................................... 38
Menu playback .............................................................. 44
Menu playback of DVD ............................................................. 44
Menu playback of P.B.C.-compatible VCD ........................... 45
MP3 that can be played back with this equipment ....
46
Searching a desired folder/file by its title ...................... 47
Changing the initial setup (DVD) ................................ 48
"MAIN" Setting ........................................................................... 48
"SOUND" Setting ........................................................................ 51
"VISUAL"Setting ......................................................................... 54
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure safe operation.
Various playback features .......................................... 58
Listening to the desired sequence (program playback) ... 58
Repeated playback ................................................................... 60
A-B repeat playback ................................................................. 61
Playing tracks in a random order (random playback) ....... 62
Convenient recording methods .................................. 63
One-touch edit high-speed recording ................................... 64
One-touch edit normal-speed recording .............................. 66
Program recording .................................................................... 68
MD Edit Functions ......................................................... 71
Moving a single track (MOVE) ................................................ 72
Dividing a track (DIVIDE) ......................................................... 74
Combining two tracks (COMBINE) ........................................ 76
Erasing a single track (ERASE) .............................................. 78
Erasing all tracks in disc (ALL ERASE) .................................. 79
Assigning a title to a disc or track ........................................ 80
Copying titles in title memos for use as titles of other MDs or tracks
(TITLE COPY) (TITLE MEMO) ............................................................
84
Listening to an AUX input source ............................... 87
Timer operation ............................................................. 88
Sleep timer (SLEEP) .................................................................. 88
Setting the O.T.T. timer ............................................................. 89
Setting an everyday timer program ....................................... 90
Important Items .............................................................. 93
Maintenance .............................................................................. 93
Reference .................................................................................... 93
Glossary ...................................................................................... 96
In case of difficulty ....................................................... 99
Specifications .............................................................. 104
Preparation section
Basic section
Application section
Knowledge sections