B60-5343-00 00 MA
(K, P)
0209
AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER
VR-7070
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.).
Using the remote control without completely understanding its design and how to switch the operation
modes may result in incorrect operations.
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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 and Russia ............................................. AC 220 V only
Other countries .......... AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable*
Before applying the power
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe
operation.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 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 EN-
CLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO
CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRI-
ANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRES-
ENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOM-
PANYING THE APPLIANCE.
How to use this manual
This manual is divided into four sections, Preparations, Operations,
Remote Control, and Additional Information.
Preparations
Shows you how to connect your audio and video components to the
receiver and prepare the surround processor.
Since this receiver works with all your audio and video components, we
will guide you in setting up your system to be as easy as possible.
Operations
Shows you how to operate the various functions available on the
receiver.
Remote Control
Shows you how to operate other components using the remote control,
as well as a detailed explanation of all remote control operations. Once
you have registered your components with the proper setup codes, you'll
be able to operate both this receiver and your other AV components (TV,
VCR, DVD player, CD player, etc.) using the remote control supplied with
this receiver.
Additional Information
Shows you additional information such as "In case of difficulty" (trouble-
shooting) and "Specifications".
Maintenance of the unit
When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry
cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these agents
may cause discoloration.
In regard to contact cleaner
Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction.
Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil, for
they may deform the plastic component.
Memory back up function
Please note that the following items will be deleted from the unit's
memory if the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet for
approximately 1 day.
· Power mode.
· Input selector settings.
· Picture output.
· Speaker ON/OFF.
· Volume level.
· BASS, TREBLE, INPUT level.
· TONE ON/OFF.
· LOUDNESS ON/OFF.
· Dimmer level.
· MD/TAPE settings.
· Listen mode setting.
· Speaker settings.
· SW RE-MIX ON/OFF.
· Distance setting.
· Bass peak level.
· Input mode setting.
· Midnight mode setting.
· PRO LOGIC II mode setting.
· CS II mode setting.
· Broadcast band.
· Frequency setting.
· Preset stations.
· Tuning mode.
· THX mode.
· DSP mode.
· ACTIVE EQ mode.
· SPEAKER EQ mode.
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Contents
Caution : Read the pages marked
carefully to ensure
safe operation.
Before applying the power
Before applying the power .............................. 2
Safety precautions ............................................. 2
How to use this manual ..................................... 2
Unpacking .......................................................... 3
Preparing the remote control ............................ 4
Special features ................................................. 5
Names and functions of parts ......................... 6
Main Unit ........................................................... 6
Remote control unit ............................................... 7
Setting up the system ........................................ 8
Connecting the terminals .................................. 9
Connecting audio components ........................ 10
Connecting video components ........................ 11
Digital connections .......................................... 12
Connecting video components
(COMPONENT VIDEO) .................................... 13
Connecting a DVD player (6-channel input) ..... 14
Connecting the speakers ................................. 15
PRE OUT connections ..................................... 16
Connecting to another room (ROOM B) ......... 17
Connecting the external IR repeater ............... 18
Connecting to the AV AUX jacks ..................... 19
Connecting the antennas ................................. 19
Connecting the system control ....................... 20
Preparing for surround sound ....................... 21
Speaker settings .............................................. 21
Normal playback .............................................. 24
Preparing for playback ..................................... 24
Listening to a source component .................... 24
Adjusting the sound ......................................... 25
Recording .......................................................... 27
Recording audio (analog sources) ................... 27
Recording video ............................................... 27
Recording audio (digital sources) .................... 27
Listening to radio broadcasts ....................... 28
Tuning radio stations ....................................... 28
Presetting radio stations manually .................. 28
Receiving preset stations ................................ 29
Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL) ... 29
Ambience effects ............................................. 30
Surround modes .............................................. 30
Surround play ................................................... 33
DVD 6-channel playback .................................. 34
Convenient functions ....................................... 35
Basic remote control operations for other
components ....................................................... 38
Registering setup codes for other
components ..................................................... 38
Searching for your code ................................... 38
Checking the codes ......................................... 39
Re-assigning device keys ................................ 39
Operating other components .......................... 39
Storing the remote control of the other
components ..................................................... 40
Setup code chart .............................................. 41
CASSETTE deck, CD player & MD recorder
operations ........................................................ 46
Other components' operations ....................... 47
In case of difficulty .......................................... 49
Specifications .................................................. 51
Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are present.
FM indoor antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote control unit (1)
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
RC-R0820
If any acccessories 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.
Additional
Information
Remote Control
Operations
Preparations
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Operation
When the STANDBY indicator is lit, the power turns ON when you press
the POWER RCVR key on the remote control. When the power comes
ON, press the key you want to operate.
POWER RCVR
6 m
· When pressing more than one remote control key successively, press the
keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more between keys.
Notes
1. The supplied batteries may have shorter lives than ordinary batteries
due to use during operation checks.
2. When the remote-controllable distance gets shorter than before,
replace both batteries with new ones.
3. Placing the remote sensor in direct sunlight, or in direct light from a
high frequency fluorescent lamp may cause a malfunction.
In such a case, change the location of the system installation to
prevent malfunction.
Before applying the power
FCC WARNING
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:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
may cause harmful interference to radio communications, if it is not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for
help.
For the U.S.A.
Note to CATV system installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Loading the batteries
1 Remove the cover.
2 Insert the batteries.
3 Close the cover.
· Insert two AA-size (R6) batteries as indicated by the polarity
markings.
Preparing the remote control
As an
ENERGY STAR® Partner,
Kenwood Corporation has determined that
this product meets the
ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy efficiency.This
product can save energy. Saving energy
reduces air pollution and lowers utility bills.
For the U.S.A.
Operating range
(Approx.)
Remote sensor
Infrared ray system
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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. Select a surround mode
according to your equipment or the software you are going to play and
enjoy!
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THX
THX mode activates proprietary THX features that help recreate the
cinematic experience in a home environment.
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THX Surround EX
During THX Surround EX mode, film soundtracks that have been
encoded with Dolby Digital Surround EX technology are able to reproduce
an extra channel which has been added during the mixing of the
program. This channel is called Surround Back.
THX Surround EX mode activates proprietary THX features that help
recreate the cinematic experience in a home environment.
Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital EX
The DOLBY DIGITAL mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from
software processed in the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital provides
up to 5.1 channels of independent digital audio for better sound quality
and more powerful presence than conventional Dolby Surround.
As for Dolby Digital EX, it creates six full-bandwidth output channels
from the 5.1 channel sources. This is done using a matrix decoder that
derives three surround channels from the two in the original recording.
For best results, Dolby Digital EX should be used with movie soundtracks
recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX.
Dolby PRO LOGIC II
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II, whilst totally compatible with its predecessor
PRO LOGIC, provides greater advantages in surround sound. It allows
the user to enjoy the conventional stereo or Dolby Surround with a
convincing "5.1 like" presentation. PRO LOGIC II offers special features
for controlling the overall spatial, dimensionality and frontal sound field
imaging. PRO LOGIC II produces an impressive surround sound from
video software marked
and three-dimensional space
from music CD. When listening to music, you will be able to enjoy the
experience of sheer STEREO surround sound.
DTS and DTS-ES
DTS (Digital Theater System) is a 5.1 channel digital audio format that
provides five full spectrum channels and one low-frequency (subwoofer)
channel for unprecedented clarity, optimum channel separation and a
(wide) dynamic range.
DTS-ES (Extended Surround) presents 6.1 channels surround system
with additional Surround Back channel which evolved from the
conventional 5.1 channels surround system. DTS-ES format that was
recorded in DVD, CD or LD comprises of two modes. DTS-ES Discrete
6.1 produce the discrete surround back which is completely independent
and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 produces the surround back which synthesised
within the left and right surround channels using matrix technology.
DTS-ES has perfect compatibility with the conventional 5.1 channels
surround system. 6.1 channels surround with an additional surround
back presents a more natural presence and surround effects by
increasing the impression of the sound image from back.
Important:
When a DTS disc is played on a CD, LD or DVD player, noise may be
output from the analog output. It is recommended that you connect the
digital output of the player to the digital input of this unit.
Neo:6
Neo:6 is a new technology which was developed by DTS. It can produce
high grade 6 channels surround with an astonishing fidelity from 2
channels content. Neo:6 has 2 mode, "CINEMA" mode is for movie
playback and "MUSIC" mode is for music playback.
SRS Circle Surround II
SRS Circle Surround IITM improves on its predecessor CS-5.1TM resulting
in the CS-6.1TM system, enabling you to listen to realistic, multi-channel,
surround sound playback from a stereo source or conventional surround-
encoded video source. You already enjoy listening to Dolby Digital /DTS
multi-channel sound with your multi-speakers. Now you can listen to
audio CDs, MDs, Broadcast and Home Theater using your multi-
speakers. You will discover a new type of sound through SRS Circle
Surround II.
DSP surround modes
The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) used for this receiver incorporates
a variety of high quality adjustable sound fields, like "ARENA", "JAZZ
CLUB", "THEATER", "STADIUM" and "DISCO". It is compatible with
almost any kind of program source.
DVD 6-channel input
If you own a DVD player equipped with 6-channel output, this receiver
allows you to obtain the full surround sound impact of DVD source
material featuring multi-channel encoding. Since the source signals are
digital and each channel is input independently, the resulting ambience
is far superior to what can be achieved with conventional surround
sound systems.
ACTIVE EQ
ACTIVE EQ mode will produce a more dynamic sound quality in any
condition. You can enjoy a more impressive sound effect when ACTIVE
EQ is turned on during Dolby Digital and DTS playback.
SPEAKER EQ
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. Especially for the music sound
source playback, the reproduced sound becomes more natural when
adjusting the output characteristics. When activating the SPEAKER EQ
function, you will be able to enjoy a more natural and dynamic sound
experience even with small size speakers.
Universal IR (InfraRed) remote control
In addition to the basic receiver, the remote control supplied with this
receiver can also operate almost all of your remote controllable audio
and video components. Just follow the simple setup procedure to
register the components you have connected.