Kenwood VR-8070 Instruction Manual

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8 ENENGLISHMake connections as shown in the following pages.When connecting the related system components, be sureto refer to the instruction manuals supplied with thecomponents you are connecting.Do not connect the power cord to a wall outlet until allconnections are completed.Notes1. Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connectionsare imperfect, sound may not be produced or there will be noise infer-ence.2. Be sure to remove the power cord from the AC outlet before pluggingor unplugging any connection cords. Plugging/unplugging connectioncords without disconnecting the power cord can cause malfunctionsand may damage the unit.3. Do not connect power cords from components whose powerconsumption is larger than what is indicated on the AC outlet at therear of this unit.Analog connectionsAudio connections are made using RCA pin cords. These cables transferstereo audio signal in an “analog” form. This means the audio signalcorresponds to the actual audio of two channels. These cables usuallyhave 2 plugs on each end, one red for the right channel and one white forthe left channel. These cables are usually packed together with thesource unit, or are available at your local electronics retailer.Microcomputer malfunctionIf operation is not possible or an erroneous display appears, eventhough all connections have been made properly, reset themicrocomputer referring to “In case of difficulty”. ySetting up the system Input mode settingsCD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 and DVD/6CH inputs each include jacksfor digital audio input and analog audio input.The initial factory settings for audio signal playback for CD/DVD,DVD/6CH and VIDEO 2 and VIDEO 3.After completing connections and turning on the receiver, follow thesteps below.INPUT MODEInput Selector LISTEN MODE1 Use the Input Selector keys to select CD/DVD, VIDEO 2,VIDEO 3 or DVD/6CH.2 Press the INPUT MODE key.Each press switches the setting as follows:In DTS play mode1 FULL AUTO (digital input, analog input)2 DIGITAL MANUAL (digital input)In CD/DVD, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3 or DVD/6CH play mode1 FULL AUTO (digital input, analog input)2 DIGITAL MANUAL (digital input)3 6CH INPUT (DVD/6CH input)4 ANALOG (analog input)Digital input:Select this setting to play digital signals from a DVD, CD, or LDplayer.Analog input:Select this setting to play analog signals from a cassette deck, VCR,or record player.Auto detect:In “FULL AUTO” mode (AUTO DETECT indicator light up), thereceiver detects the digital or analog input signals automatically.Priority is given to digital signal during input mode selection. Thereceiver will select the input mode and listening mode automaticallyduring playback to match the type of input signal (Dolby Digital,PCM, DTS) and the speaker setting. The OPTICAL and COAXIALindicator on the display will light up when digital signal is detected.If the input signal is analog, the ANALOG indicator will light up.To keep the receiver set to the currently selected listening mode,use the INPUT MODE key to select “DIGITAL MANUAL” (manualsound). However, even when this setting is selected, there may becases in which the listening mode is selected automatically tomatch a Dolby Digital source signal depending on the combinationof listening mode and source signal.At DIGITAL MANUAL, if the audio reproduction stops in themiddle due to change in the input signals, etc. press the LISTENMODE knob.If the INPUT MODE key is pressed quickly, sound may not beproduced. Press the INPUT MODE key again.Memory back up functionPlease note that the following items will be deleted from the unit'smemory if the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet forapproximately 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• Distance setting• Input mode setting• Sound mode settings• Broadcast band• Frequency setting• Preset stations• Tuning mode• ACTIVE EQ mode• SPEAKER EQ mode