3 ENContentsCaution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensuresafe operation.Before applying the powerBefore applying the power .............................. 2Safety precautions ............................................. 2How to use this manual ..................................... 2Unpacking .......................................................... 3Preparing the remote control ............................ 4Special features ................................................. 5Names and functions of parts ......................... 6Main Unit ........................................................... 6Remote control unit ............................................... 7Setting up the system ........................................ 8Connecting the terminals .................................. 9Connecting audio components ........................ 10Connecting video components ........................ 11Digital connections .......................................... 12Connecting video components(COMPONENT VIDEO) .................................... 13Connecting a DVD player (6-channel input) ..... 14Connecting the speakers ................................. 15Connecting to the AV AUX jacks ..................... 16Connecting the antennas ................................. 16Connecting the system control ....................... 17Preparing for surround sound ....................... 18Speaker settings .............................................. 18Normal playback.............................................. 20Preparing for playback ..................................... 20Listening to a source component .................... 21Adjusting the sound ......................................... 21Recording .......................................................... 23Recording audio (analog sources) ................... 23Recording video ............................................... 23Recording audio (digital sources) .................... 23Listening to radio broadcasts ....................... 24Tuning radio stations ....................................... 24Presetting radio stations manually .................. 24Receiving preset stations ................................ 25Receiving preset stations in order (P.CALL) ... 25Ambience effects ............................................. 26Surround modes .............................................. 26Surround play ................................................... 29DVD 6-channel playback .................................. 30Convenient functions ....................................... 30Basic remote control operations for othercomponents ....................................................... 33Registering setup codes for othercomponents ..................................................... 33Searching for your code ................................... 33Checking the codes ......................................... 34Re-assigning device keys ................................ 34Operating other components .......................... 34Setup code chart .............................................. 35CASSETTE deck, CD player & MD recorderoperations ........................................................ 39Other components’ operations ....................... 40In case of difficulty .......................................... 42Specifications .................................................. 44UnpackingUnpack 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-R0822If any acccessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails tooperate, notify your dealer immediately. If the unit was shipped to youdirectly, notify your shipper immediately. Kenwood recommends thatyou retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need tomove or ship the unit in the future.Keep this manual handy for future reference.AdditionalInformationRemote ControlOperationsPreparations