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AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER KRF-V6050D KRF-V5050D 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. About the supplied remote control Compared to standard remote controls, the remote control supplied with this receiver has several operation modes.
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe Before applying the power operation. Unpacking Units are designed for operation as follows. U.S.A and Canada ..........AC 120 V only Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside Australia ............
Before applying the power Contents Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation. Basic remote control operations for other Before applying the power ....2 components ........32 Safety precautions ..........2 Registering setup codes for other Unpacking ............
Before applying the power How to use this manual Special features True home theater sound The manual covers the KRF-V6050D and KRF-V5050D. Items such as functions, number of jacks, and remote control details differ somewhat This receiver incorporates a wide variety of surround modes to bring you between these models.
Names and functions of parts Frequency display, PRO LOGIC Input display, indicator Preset channel display, AUTO SOUND indicator DIGITAL indicator Surround mode display Speaker indicators S.DIRECT indicator Band indicators AUTO indicator MEMO. indicator AUTO SOUND DIGITAL AUTO TI.VOL CLIP indicator PRO LOGIC S.DIRECT MEMO...
Names and functions of parts Remote control unit (RC-R0616) (KRF-V6050D) This remote control unit can be used not only for Kenwood products but also for other non-Kenwood products by ‹ setting the appropriate maker setup codes. POWER POWER RETURN LSTN M.
Names and functions of parts Remote control unit (RC-R0512) (KRF-V5050D) POWER POWER RECEIVER MENU RETURN TITLE SET UP SOUND LISTEN MODE RDS DISP. P.CALL P.CALL MULTI CONTROL BAND ENTER TUNING A/B+100 AUTO BASS BOOST DISC SKIP & PHONO CD/DVD TUNER MD/TAPE DISC SEL.
Setting up the system Make connections as shown in the following pages. Input mode settings When connecting the related system components, be sure to CD/DVD, VIDEO2 and DVD/6ch inputs each include jacks for digital also refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the audio input and analog audio input.
Setting up the system Connecting audio components Shape of AC outlets U. K. Europe SYSTEM CONTROL jacks To AC wall outlet REC OUT PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN PHONO CD/DVD MD/TAPE VIDEO 2/MONITOR AUDIO Video component, 3 head cassette deck, or Graphic equalizer ¡...
Setting up the system Connecting video components S Video jacks About the S VIDEO (KRF-V6050D only) jacks S VIDEO PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN S VIDEO MONITOR VIDEO 1 VIDEO 1 Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video components with S VIDEO IN/OUT jacks.
Setting up the system Connecting a DVD player (6-channel input) If you have connected a DVD player to the receiver with digital connection, be sure to read the “Input mode settings” section carefully. S VIDEO PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN MONITOR VIDEO 1 VIDEO 1...
LD player To connect an LD player with a DIGITAL RF OUT, connect the LD player to the KENWOOD RF digital demodulator (DEM-9991D). Next, connect the DIGITAL OUT jacks of the demodulator to the DIGITAL IN jacks of the receiver.
Setting up the system Connecting to the AV AUX jacks Connecting the antennas (KRF-V6050D only) AM loop antenna The supplied loop antenna is for use indoors. Place it as far as possible from The AV AUX jacks are convenient for connection of video components the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and power cord, and adjust the direction such as a camcorder or a video game.
(KRF-V6050D only) SYSTEM CONTROL cord • If you own remote controllable KENWOOD audio components that are not compatible with system control, registering the setup code en- • You may connect the system control cord to either the left or right jack.
Setting up the system Connecting the speakers • Never short circuit the + and – speaker cords. 1 Strip coating. 2 Loosen. • If the left and right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker cords are connected with reversed polarity, the sound will be unnatu- ral with ambiguous acoustic imaging.
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Setting up the system Connecting the speakers Front Speakers A Right Left Center The KRF-V5050D is equipped with one- Speaker touch speaker terminals.They are arranged in the same manner as the speaker terminals of the KRF-V6050D. Refer to the instructions on making connections to the KRF-V6050D when making connections to the KRF-V5050D.
Setting up the system Preparing the remote control Speaker placement Loading the batteries 2 Insert the batteries. 1 Remove the cover. Center speaker Subwoofer 3 Close the cover. Front speaker Listening position Surround speaker Front speakers : Place to the front left and right of the listening position. Front speakers are required for all surround modes.
Preparing for surround sound Speaker settings 6 Use the MULTI CONTROL keys to select the appropriate center speaker setting. To enable you to obtain optimum enjoyment from the receiver’s listening If you have selected “LRG” as the front speakers setting, modes, make sure to complete the speaker settings (subwoofer, front, 1 CNTR LRG (large): A large center speaker is connected to...
Normal playback Preparing for surround sound Preparing for playback Input the distance to the speakers. 1 Measure the distance from the listening position to each of the Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback. speakers. INPUT MODE Jot down the distance to each of the speakers. ON/STANDBY AUTO/CINEMA EQ.
Normal playback Listening to a source component Adjusting the sound VOLUME CONTROL MULTI CONTROL SOURCE DIRECT INPUT SELECTOR SOUND SPEAKERS A/B VOLUME CONTROL PHONES SOUND INPUT MULTI SELECTOR CONTROL B.BOOST/ VOLUME BASS BOOST MUTE RC-R0616 RC-R0512 VOLUME RC-R0616 RC-R0512 Use the INPUT SELECTOR to select the source you want to listen to.
Recording Normal playback Recording audio (analog sources) Muting the sound MONITOR The MUTE key lets you mute the sound of the speakers. Press the MUTE key. TI.VOL CLIP MUTE RDS EON NEWS Blinks To cancel INPUT SELECTOR Press the MUTE key again so that the “MUTE” indicator goes off. Recording a music source •...
Recording Recording video For A-REC mode: 1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR to select the video source (other than “VIDEO1”) you want to record. AUTO SOUND AUTO SOUND DIGITAL DIGITAL AUTO PRO LOGIC S.DIRECT MEMO STEREO MONITOR 2 Set the video deck connected to VIDEO 1 to record. DOWN MIX TUNED •...
Listening to radio broadcasts Tuning (non-RDS) radio stations Using RDS (Radio Data System) Radio stations can be classified into RDS (Radio Data System) stations RDS is a system that transmits useful information (in the form of digital and other stations. To listen to or store RDS stations in the preset memory, data) for FM broadcasts along with the broadcast signal.
Listening to radio broadcasts Using the RDS DISP. (Display) key Presetting RDS stations (RDS AUTO MEMORY) This function automatically stores up to 40 RDS stations in the preset memory. In order to use the PTY function, the RDS stations must be stored in the preset memory using the RDS AUTO MEMORY function.
Listening to radio broadcasts Presetting radio stations manually Enter the number of the preset you want to receive The RDS auto memory function assigns preset numbers to RDS stations (up to “40”.) starting from preset number "1". Therefore, be sure to execute the RDS auto memory function before using the following operations to manually store AM stations and other FM stations, and RDS stations.
Listening to radio broadcasts Tuning by program type (PTY search) This function lets you set the tuner to automatically search for stations Press the PTY key to start searching. which are currently broadcasting the type of program (genre) you want to listen to.
Ambience effects This receiver is equipped with listening modes that allow Dolby Digital you to enjoy an enhanced sonic ambience with a variety of The Dolby Digital surround format lets you enjoy up to 5.1 channels of video sources. digital surround sound from Dolby Digital program sources (such as In order to obtain the optimum effect from the surround Laserdisc or DVD software marked ).
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Ambience effects DVD 6-channel mode Dolby 3 Stereo Dolby 3 Stereo is available for systems that do not have surround Using a DVD player or the like equipped with six (5.1) output channels speakers. When in the Dolby 3 Stereo mode, the surround information and the receiver, you can enjoy multi-channel encoded DVD source is redirected to the front left and right speakers.
Ambience effects Surround Play When the DTS signal is input: (The DTS indicator lights up.) 1 DTS: DTS surround The DTS compatible models can reproduce a CD, DVD, or LD carrying 2 STEREO: Normal stereo playback the DTS mark. DOLBY DIGITAL can be used when playing DVD or LD software bearing the When the analog or digital signal (except for the DOLBY mark and DOLBY DIGITAL format digital broadcasts (etc.).
Ambience effects DVD 6-channel playback Convenient functions Using a DVD player or the like equipped with six (5.1) output channels and the receiver, you can enjoy surround sound playback. MULTI CONTROL When you try to play a disc other than Dolby Digital such as DTS CD, no sound is produced or, noise may be heard.
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Ambience effects 2 Use the MULTI CONTROL keys to select the ON or OFF setting. AUTO SOUND DIGITAL AUTO TI.VOL PRO LOGIC S.DIRECT MEMO CLIP MUTE STEREO MONITOR RDS EON TUNED DOWN MIX NEWS • The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 8 seconds. •...
Note • Example: Press “805” to register a DVD player made by KENWOOD. Be sure to point the remote control at the remote sensor on the receiver • If you push an invalid key, the remote will exit the setup mode.
DVD player operations (For KRF-V5050D) The remote control of this unit can control two groups of KENWOOD DVD players directly without using the remote control supplied with the DVD player. Group-1: DV-4900, DV-4070B, DV-2070, DV-203, DVF-9010, DVF-K7010, DVF-5010, DVF-R9030, DVF-...
CASSETTE deck, CD player & MD recorder operations (For KRF-V5050D) You can perform these basic operations using the keys described below when connected to KENWOOD cassette deck, MD recorder or CD player equipped with system control operations. Cassette deck operations...
CASSETTE deck, CD player & MD recorder operations (For KRF-V6050D) You can perform these basic operations using the keys described below when connected to KENWOOD cassette deck, MD recorder or CD player equipped with system control operations. CD player operations...
• Numeric keys function the same as the numeric keys on the original Refer to the following sections for details. remote. These keys can be used to perform the basic operations of KENWOOD and other makers' components which the setup code for each component had been entered beforehand. ‹...
In case of difficulty Resetting the Microcomputer With the power cord plugged in, turn the POWER key The microcomputer may malfunction (unit cannot be operated, OFF. Then, while holding down the ON/STANDBY key, or shows an erroneous display) if the power cord is unplugged while the power is ON, or due to some other press POWER key.
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In case of difficulty Remote control unit Symptom Cause Remedy Certain inputs cannot be selected using the • No setup codes registered at for the respective • Register a setup code at the respective input(s). ‹ remote control. input(s). Remote control operation is not possible. •...
TREBLE ............±10 dB (at 10 kHz) Notes 1. KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice. 2. The full performance may not be exhibited in an extremely cold location (under a water-freezing temperature).