Kenwood Car Amplifier KAF S500 User Manual

DIGITAL SURROUND AMPLIFIER  
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KAF S500  
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
KENWOOD CORPORATION  
About the supplied remote control  
Compared to standard remote controls, the remote control supplied with this amplifier 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.  
B60-5392-08 00 CH (Y) K W 0304  
Before applying the power  
Special features  
DSP surround modes  
True home theater sound  
The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) used for this receiver incorporates  
a variety of high quality adjustable sound fields, like ARENA, “JAZZ  
CLUB, “STADIUM” , DISCOand “THEATER. It is compatible with  
almost any kind of program source.  
This amplifier 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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ACTIVE EQ  
Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital EX  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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  
w ith additional Back Surround channe l w hich e volve d 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 back surround which is completely independent  
and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 produces the back surround which synthesized  
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 pre se nts a m ore natural pre se nce and surround e ffe cts 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 TruSurround  
There are only two speakers but you will be searching for others. SRS  
TruSurround can take in any mono, stereo, or multiple channel source,  
such as Dolby Digital and immerse you into a field sound you would  
have thought impossible through two speakers.  
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Before applying the power  
Contents  
Caution : Read the pages m arked  
safe operation.  
carefully to ensure  
Before applying the power .............................. 2  
How to use this manual..................................... 2  
Unpacking .......................................................... 2  
Safety precautions ............................................. 2  
Special features ................................................. 3  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................. 5  
Names and functions of parts ......................... 7  
Main unit ............................................................ 7  
Remote control unit ........................................... 8  
Setting up the system........................................ 9  
Connecting audio components ........................ 10  
Connecting the speakers  
Preparations  
(for HTB-S500 system) .................................... 11  
Connecting the speakers (for KAF-S500) ....... 12  
Connecting the terminals ................................ 13  
Connecting to the FRONT AUX jacks .............. 14  
Preparing the remote control .......................... 14  
Preparing for surround sound ....................... 15  
Speaker settings .............................................. 15  
Normal playback.............................................. 18  
Preparing for playback ..................................... 18  
Listening to a source component .................... 18  
Adjusting the sound ......................................... 19  
Recording .......................................................... 20  
Recording audio (analog sources) ................... 20  
Ambience effects ............................................. 21  
Surround modes .............................................. 21  
Surround play ................................................... 23  
SRS TruSurround play ...................................... 24  
Convenient functions ...................................... 25  
Adjutment of each channel’s level .................. 25  
Midnight mode (Dolby Digital mode only)....... 25  
Display dimmer adjutment .............................. 25  
Sleep timer (SLEEP)......................................... 25  
96kHz LPCM playback ..................................... 25  
Operations  
Basic remote control operations for other  
components ....................................................... 26  
Registering setup codes for other components  
......................................................................... 26  
Operating other components .......................... 27  
Setup code chart .............................................. 28  
Other components’ operations ....................... 32  
Remote  
Control  
Additional  
Information  
In case of difficulty.......................................... 34  
Specifications .................................................. 35  
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Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe  
operation.  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before  
operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on the appliance  
and in the instruction manual. Follow all the safety and operating  
instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be  
retained for future reference.  
6. Tem perature – The appliance may not function properly if  
used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal  
ambient temperature is above +5°C (41°F).  
7. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat  
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other  
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not  
place a flaming object, such as a candle or lantern, on or near  
the appliance.  
1. Pow er sources – The appliance should be connected to a  
power supply only of the type described in the instruction  
manual or as marked on the appliance. If you are not sure of  
the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance  
dealer or local power company. For appliances intended to  
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the  
instruction manual.  
8. Electric shock – Care should be taken so that objects do not  
fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure through openings.  
If a metal objects, such as a hair pin or a needle, comes into  
contact with the inside of this appliance, a dangerous electric  
shock may result. For families with children, never permit  
children to put anything, especially metal, inside this appliance.  
2. Pow er-cord protection – Power-supply cords should be  
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by  
items placed upon or against them, pay particular attention to  
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where  
they exit from the appliance.  
Never pull or stretch  
the cord.  
9. Enclosure rem oval – Never remove the enclosure. If the  
internal parts are touched accidentally, a serious electric shock  
might occur.  
3. CAUTION – Polarization – This appliance may be  
equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug  
having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the  
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are  
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the  
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to  
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose  
of the polarized plug.  
4. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided  
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance  
and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must  
not be blocked or covered. The appliance should be situated so  
that its location or position does not interfere with its proper  
ventilation.  
10. Magnetic fields Keep the appliance away from sources of  
magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker systems, radios,  
motorized toys or magnetized objects.  
11. Cleaning – Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before  
cleaning. Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint  
thinner, gasoline, or benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a  
clean dry cloth.  
To maintain good ventilation, do not put records or a table-cloth  
on the appliance. Place the appliance at least 10 cm away from  
the walls.  
Do not use the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface  
that may block the ventilation openings. This appliance should  
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack  
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers  
instructions have been adhered to.  
12. Accessories – Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing  
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the  
appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table  
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.  
Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturers  
ins tructions , and s hould us e a m ounting acce s s ory  
recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart  
combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive  
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart  
combination to overturn.  
5. Water and m oisture – The appliance shall not be exposed to  
dripping and splashing - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,  
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a  
swimming pool, etc. Do not place an object containing liquid,  
such as a flower vase, on the appliance.  
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Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe  
operation.  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
13.Lightning – For added protection for this appliance during a  
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for  
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and  
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent  
damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line  
surges.  
18.Po w e r lin e s – An outside antenna system should not be  
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric  
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines  
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme  
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines  
or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  
14.Ab n o rm a l s m e ll – If an abnorm al s m e ll or s m oke is  
de te cte d, im m e diate ly turn the pow e r OFF and unplug  
the appliance from the wall outlet. Contact your de ale r or  
ne are s t s e rvice ce nte r.  
19.AC o u t le t s – Do not conne ct othe r audio e quipm e nt  
w ith a pow e r cons um ption large r than that s pe cifie d to  
the AC outle t on the re ar pane l. Ne ve r conne ct othe r  
e le ctrical appliance s , s uch as an iron or toas te r, to it to  
pre ve nt fire or e le ctric s hock.  
15.Da m a g e re q u irin g s e rvice – The appliance s hould be  
s e rvice d by qualifie d s e rvice pe rs onne l w he n:  
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.  
B. Obje cts have falle n, or liquid has be e n s pille d into  
the appliance .  
20. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords,  
or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk  
of fire or electric shock.  
C. The appliance has be e n e xpos e d to rain or w ate r.  
D. The appliance doe s not appe ar to ope rate norm ally  
by following the instruction manual. Adjust only those controls  
that are covered by the instruction manual as an improper  
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will  
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to  
restore the appliance to its normal operation.  
E. The appliance has be e n droppe d, or the e nclos ure  
dam age d.  
F. The appliance exhibits a marked change in performance.  
21. Attachm ent – Do not use attachments not recommended by  
the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
22. Replacem ent parts – When replacement parts are required,  
be sure the service technician has used replacement parts  
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics  
as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in  
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
16.S e rvicin g – The us e r s hould not atte m pt to s e rvice the  
appliance be yond that de s cribe d in the ins truction  
manual. All other servicing should be referred to qualified  
s e rvice pe rs onne l.  
23. Safety check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to  
this appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety  
checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operating  
condition.  
17.Ou t d o o r a n t e n n a g ro u n d in g – If an outs ide ante nna is  
conne cte d to the appliance , be s ure the ante nna s ys te m  
is grounde d s o as to provide s om e prote ction agains t  
voltage s urge s and built up s tatic charge s . Article 810 of  
the National Ele ctrical Code  
ANSI/NFPA 70, provide s  
inform ation w ith re s pe ct to prope r grounding of the  
m as t and s upporting s tructure , grounding of the le ad-in  
w ire to an ante nna dis charge unit, s ize of grounding  
c o n d u c t o rs , lo c a t io n o f a n t e n n a d is c h a rg e u n it ,  
conne ction to grounding e le ctrode s , and re quire m e nts  
for the grounding e le ctrode . Se e Figure .  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL  
ELECTRICAL CODE  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMPS  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMP  
Notes:  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
1. Item 3 is not required except for grounded or polarized equipment.  
2. Item 17 and 18 are not required except for units provided with antenna  
terminals.  
(NEC ART 250, PART H)  
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
3. Item 17 complies with UL in the U.S.A.  
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Names and functions of parts  
Main unit  
DIGITAL  
indicator  
Listen Mode  
indicators  
MUTE  
indicator  
Sleep  
indicator  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
RDS PTY ST. TUNED  
AUTO  
FM/AM  
kHz  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
Speaker selection  
indicators  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
MHz  
ACTIVE EQ.  
indicator  
Display  
DIGITAL SURROUND AMPLIFIER KAF-S500  
AV CONTROL CENTER  
PUSH OPEN  
STEREO LISTEN MODE INPUT MODE ACTIVE EQ.  
STANDBY  
PHONES  
AUX OPTICAL  
L
AUDIO  
R
Inside of FRONT AUX jacks' door  
7 STEREO key  
Use to switch the listen mode to STEREO.  
8 Door for FRONT AUX jacks $(  
When you use FRONT AUX jacks, push right  
side of this door and then pull the door to  
open.  
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1
(POWER) key  
Use to turn the main power on or off.  
STANDBY indicator  
%
*
Lights when stand by mode.  
2 INPUT SELECTOR knob  
(DVD/ CD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, FRONT AUX)  
9 Rem ote sensor  
$
Use to select input sources.  
3 VOLUME CONTROL knob  
4 ACTIVE EQ key  
*
(
0 PHONES jack  
(
Use for headphone listening.  
! FRONT AUX (Digital in) jack  
Use to select ACTIVE EQs setting.  
5 INPUT MODE key  
9
Use to switch between the full auto, digital  
and analog inputs.  
@ FRONT AUX (L-AUDIO-R) jacks  
$
6 LISTEN MODE key  
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Use to select the listening mode.  
Standby mode  
While the standby indicator is lit, a small amount of power is supplied to the system to back up the memory. This is called standby mode. Under the condition,  
the system can be turned ON by remote control unit.  
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Names and functions of parts  
Remote control unit  
This remote control unit can be used not only for Kenwood products but also for other non-Kenwood products by setting the appropriate manufacturers  
setup codes.  
POWER  
SOURCE  
$
1
INPUT SERECTOR  
VIDEO VIDEO  
DVD/CD  
TV  
1
2
FRONT AUX  
2
3
TV INPUT  
TV VOLUME  
+
-
3
6
9
%
^
&
*
4
TV  
ACTIVE EQ.  
SOUND  
SET UP  
SW  
1
4
7
2
5
8
5
+1O  
0
+1OO  
REAR  
(
)
FRONT  
CENTER  
¡
+
CHANNEL  
TRIM  
VOLUME  
6
7
-
TOP MENU  
MENU  
£
If the nam e of a function is different on  
the receiver and on the rem ote control,  
the nam e of the rem ote control key in  
this m anual is indicated in parentheses.  
ENTER  
¢
8
9
RETURN  
REC  
ON SCREEN  
PLAY  
STOP  
PAUSE  
§
0
!
STEREO LISTEN MODE SLEEP  
MUTE  
ª
º
@
#
¡ TRIM %/ keys  
%
! 1/ ¡keys  
¤‹  
These keys function as search keys for  
other components.  
1 SOURCE key  
Use to turn the other components on or  
off.  
§
Use to control a variety of settings.  
VOLUME %/ keys  
*
Use to adjust the receiver’s volume.  
@ STEREO key  
Use to which the listen mode to  
STEREO.  
# LISTEN MODE key  
Use to select the listening mode.  
£
2
INPUT SELECTOR keys (DVD/CD, VIDEO 1,  
£ MENU key  
VIDEO 2, FRONT AUX)  
Use to select input sources.  
*
Use to operate other components.  
¢ 5¥∞¥2¥3keys  
£
%
¤
¤
(
3 TV key  
Use to turn the TV on or off.  
4 TV INPUT key  
Use when in TV operation.  
5 Num eric keys  
Provide functions identical to those of the  
original remote control supplied with the  
component you are controlling.  
6 CHANNEL +/ – keys  
Use to select the channels.  
7 TOP MENU key  
¤
Use to operate other components.  
$ POWER  
key  
ENTER key  
Use to operate other components.  
ON SCREEN key  
§‹  
¤
§
Use to turn the amplifier on or off.  
% TV VOLUME +/ – keys  
Use to adjust the TV’s volume.  
^ TV key  
Use when in TV operation.  
& ACTIVE EQ. key  
§
Use to operate other components.  
§ PAUSE (8) key  
¤‹  
This key functions as the pause key for  
other components.  
¤‹  
Use to select ACTIVE EQs setting.  
* SOUND key  
PLAY (3) key  
¤‹  
(∞  
This key functions as the play key for  
other components..  
Use to adjust the sound quality and the  
ambience effects.  
( SET UP key  
Use to select the speakers’ settings etc.  
) SPEAKERS keys  
Use to operate the DVD component.  
8 RETURN key  
4 / ¢keys  
¤
%
The s e ke ys function as s kip ke ys for  
other components.  
Use to operate the DVD component.  
9 REC (÷) key  
ª MUTE key  
Use to temporary mute the sound.  
º SLEEP key  
(
This key functions as record key for other  
components.  
Use to select FRONT, CENTER, REAR,  
and SW speakers.  
0 STOP (7) key  
¤‹  
Use to setup sleep timer.  
This key functions as the stop key for other  
components.  
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Setting up the system  
Make connections as show n in the follow ing pages.  
When connecting the related system com ponents, be sure  
t o re fe r t o t h e in s t ru ct io n m a n u a ls s u p p lie d w it h t h e  
com ponents you are connecting.  
Input mode settings  
DVD/ CD, VIDEO 2 and FRONT AUX inputs each include jacks for  
digital audio input and analog audio input.  
Do not connect the pow er cord to a w all outlet until all  
connections are com pleted.  
The initial factory settings for audio signal playback for DVD/ CD,  
VIDEO 2 and FRONT AUX.  
After completing connections and turning on the amplifier, follow the  
steps below.  
Note  
Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections  
are imperfect, sound may not be produced or there will be noise infer-  
ence.  
INPUT SELECTOR  
Analog connections  
Audio connections are made using RCA pin cords. These cables transfer  
stereo audio signal in an “analog” form. This means the audio signal  
corresponds to the actual audio of two channels. These cables usually  
have 2 plugs on each end, one red for the right channel and one white for  
the left channel. These cables are usually packed together with the  
source unit, or are available at your local electronics retailer.  
INPUT MODE  
1 Use the Input Selector keys to select DVD/ CD, VIDEO 2 or  
FRONT AUX.  
Microcomputer malfunction  
2 Press the INPUT MODE key.  
If operation is not possible or an erroneous display appears, even  
though all conne ctions have be e n m ade prope rly, re s e t the  
Each press sw itches the setting as follow s:  
microcomputer referring to “In case of difficulty.  
In DVD/ CD, VIDEO 2 or FRONT AUX play m ode  
1 FULL AUTO (digital input, analog input)  
2 D.MANUAL (digital input)  
CAUTION  
Be sure to adhere to the follow ing, or proper ventilation w ill be  
blocked causing dam age or fire hazard.  
3 ANALOG (analog input)  
• Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation onto the top of the  
unit.  
• Leave some space around the unit (from the largest outside dimen-  
sion including projection) equal to or greater than, shown below.  
In DTS play m ode  
1 FULL AUTO (digital input, analog input)  
2 D.MANUAL (digital input)  
Top panel : 50 cm  
Side panel : 10 cm  
Back panel : 10 cm  
Digital input:  
Select this setting to play digital signals from a DVD, CD, or LD  
player.  
Analog input:  
Select this setting to play analog signals from a cassette deck, VCR,  
or record player.  
Auto detect:  
In FULL AUTOmode (FULL AUTO displayed), the amplifier  
detects the digital or analog input signals automatically. Priority is  
given to digital signal during input mode selection. The receiver will  
select the input mode and listening mode automatically during  
playback to match the type of input signal (Dolby Digital, PCM, DTS)  
and the speaker setting. The DIGITAL indicator on the display will  
light up when digital signal is detected during FULL AUTO mode or  
during D.MANUAL mode. If the input signal is analog, the DIGITAL  
indicator will go off.  
To keep the amplifier set to the currently selected listening mode,  
use the INPUT MODE key to select “D.MANUAL” (manual sound).  
However, even when this setting is selected, there may be cases in  
which the listening mode is selected automatically to match a Dolby  
Digital source signal depending on the combination of listening  
mode and source signal.  
At D.MANUAL, if the audio reproduction stops in the middle due  
to change in the input signals, etc. press the LISTEN MODE knob.  
If the INPUT MODE key is pressed quickly, sound may not be  
produced. Press the INPUT MODE key again.  
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Setting up the system  
Connecting audio components  
To AC wall outlet  
L
IN  
OUT  
OPT 1  
OPT 2  
DVD/CD IN- VIDEO 2 IN  
VIDEO 1  
Monitor TV  
Video input  
(Yellow RCA pin cords)  
VIDEO IN 1  
VIDEO IN 2  
VIDEO IN 3  
OUT  
Video output  
Satellite or component  
with DTS, Dolby Digital,  
or PCM DIGITAL OUT  
OUT  
Optical fiber cable  
Audio  
outputs  
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT  
(AUDIO)  
DVD player (e.g. DVF-S500)  
or CDplayer  
OUT  
Video output  
OUT  
Optical fiber cable  
Audio  
outputs  
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT  
(AUDIO)  
Video deck  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
Video output  
(Yellow RCA pin cords)  
Audio inputs and outputs  
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Setting up the system  
Connecting the speakers ( for HTB-S500 system)  
Connect terminals of same color between rear panel and speakers.  
Also use speaker cord which have same colored tube as terminal.  
White lined wire is for + polarity.  
To AC wall outlet  
SUB/W  
BS  
CENTER  
REAR  
FRONT  
R
L
R
L
KENWOOD  
KENWOOD  
KENWOOD  
Center Speaker  
Right  
Left  
Surround Speakers  
Subwoofer or  
Back Surround Speaker  
KENWOOD  
KENWOOD  
Use this terminal if you  
wish to connect to a  
Back Surround speaker  
Right  
Left  
with the SETUP of "6CH BS".  
Front Speakers  
KENWOOD  
Supplied speaker seals  
Supplied speaker cushions  
Front speakers and surround speakers have screw holes to fix to  
speaker stand. If you don’t use these holes, stick supplied seals  
to hide holes.  
Stick the supplied four cushions to the bottom of the speakers.  
(e xce pt subwoofe r) It is e ffe ctive for slip-proof and de ade n  
vibrations of placed speakers.  
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Setting up the system  
Connecting the speakers ( for KAF-S500 )  
Powered subwoofer  
When you connect Back Surround speaker to  
SUB/W BS terminal, connect Powered  
Subwoofer to this terminal.  
SUB  
WOOFER  
To AC wall outlet  
SUB/W  
BS  
CENTER  
REAR  
FRONT  
R
L
R
L
KENWOOD  
Center Speaker  
KENWOOD  
KENWOOD  
Right  
Left  
Surround Speakers  
Subwoofer or Back Surround Speaker(option)  
Recommend to connect Subwoofer to this terminal but  
if you wish to connect to a Back Surround speaker  
with the SETUP of "6CH BS", use this terminal.  
KENWOOD  
KENWOOD  
Right  
Left  
KENWOOD  
Front Speakers  
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Setting up the system  
Connecting the terminals  
Speaker placement  
1 Strip coating.  
2 Push the lever.  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
KE
KENWOOD  
E
3 Insert the cord.  
4 Release the lever.  
Front speakers  
(L,R)  
Listening  
position  
Surround  
speakers  
(L,R)  
Back surround  
speaker  
(option)  
Never short circuit the + and – speaker cords.  
If the left and right speakers are connected inversely or the speaker  
cords are connected with reversed polarity, the sound will be  
unnatural with ambiguous acoustic imaging. Be sure to connect the  
speakers correctly.  
Front (left and right) speakers  
Place at the front left and right of the listening position. Front speakers  
are required for all surround modes.  
Center speaker  
Speaker impedance  
Place front and center. This speaker stabilizes the sound image and  
helps recreate sound motion. Required for surround playback.  
Surround (left and right) speakers  
Place at the direct left and right, or slightly behind, the listening  
position at even heights, approximately 1 meter above the ears of the  
listeners. These speakers recreate sound motion and atmosphere.  
Required for surround playback.  
After confirming the speaker impedance indications printed on the  
rear panel of the amplifier, connect speakers with matching  
impedance ratings. Using speakers with a rated impedance other  
than that indicated on the rear panel of the amplifier could result  
in malfunctions or damage to the speakers or receiver.  
Subw oofer  
Reproduces powerful deep bass sounds.  
Back surround speaker (option)  
Place the speaker directly at the rear of the listening position. The  
optimum position depends mainly on the room condition.  
• Although the ideal surround system consists of all the speakers  
listed above, if you don't have a center speaker or a subwoofer, you  
can divide those signals between the available speakers in the  
s pe ake r s e ttings s te ps to obtain the be s t pos s ible s urround  
reproduction from the speakers you have available.  
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Setting up the system  
Connecting to the FRONT AUX jacks  
Preparing the remote control  
The FRONT AUX jacks are convenient for connection of video components  
such as a camcorder or a video game.  
Loading the batteries  
1 Rem ove the cover.  
2 Insert the batteries.  
3 Close the cover.  
PHONES  
AUX OPTICAL  
L
AUIO  
R
Insert two AAA-size (R03) batteries as indicated by the polarity  
markings.  
Operation  
When the STANDBY indicator is lit, the power turns ON when you press  
the POWER key on the remote control. When the power comes ON,  
press the key you want to operate.  
L
AUDIO  
R
Optical fiber  
cable  
Remote sensor  
Operating range  
(Approx.)  
6 m  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
Ca m co rd e r, o t h e r  
VCR, video gam e or  
portable MD player  
POWER  
Infrared ray system  
• To select the source connected to the FRONT AUX jacks select  
FRONT AUX key.  
*
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 malfunction.  
In such a case, change the location of the system installation to prevent  
malfunction.  
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Preparing for surround sound  
Speaker settings  
To enable you to obtain optimum enjoyment from the amplifier’s listen-  
ing modes, make sure to complete the speaker settings (subwoofer,  
front, center, surround and surround back speakers) as described below.  
The flow of the SETUP is as follows:  
SP SETUP  
TEST TONE  
DISTANCE  
Front  
DIMMER  
Dimmer  
EXIT  
6ch AMP setting  
AUTO MANUAL  
Subwoofer  
Front  
Center  
L
L
R
Surround  
C
C
Center  
Back  
Surround  
R
Surround  
RS  
LS RS  
BS  
Subwoofer  
Back  
Surround  
BS  
LS  
Subwoofer  
Re-mix  
SW  
SW  
(POWER)  
POWER  
Select a speaker system.  
4
If you have THX certified speakers, please set them to NML.  
SET UP  
1 Press the SETUP key again so that the subw oofer setting  
TRIM%¥fi  
indication “SW ON” appears.  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
AUTO  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
RS  
2 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the appropriate subw oofer  
setting.  
1 SW ON  
: Subwoofer setting mode to the amplifier is  
ON.  
If you purchase HTB-S500 system, you may skip step 2 to 4.  
2 SW OFF  
: Subwoofer setting mode to the amplifier is  
OFF.  
Original settings of this amplifier are adjusted to KSW-S500  
speakers.  
• When the setting “SW OFF” is selected using the SET UP key,  
the front speakers are automatically set to “FRONT LRG” and the  
procedure skips to step 6.  
The original settings are  
Before step 6, press the SET UP key to accept the setting.  
6ch AMP : 6ch SW  
Subwoofer  
Center  
: SW ON  
Front  
: FRONT NML  
: CNTR NML  
3 Press the SET UP key to accept the setting.  
• The front speakers setting indication “FRONTappears.  
Sorround : SURR NML  
Back surround : BS NML  
Subwoofer Re-Mix : REMIX ON  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
AUTO  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
Turn on the power to this amplifier by pressing the  
(POWER) key.  
1
2
4 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the appropriate front speak-  
ers setting.  
Press the SET UP key to enter the SET UP mode.  
Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the SP SETUP”  
1 FRONT LRG  
:
:
Large front speakers are connected  
to the amplifier.  
Ave rage s ize front s pe ake rs are  
connected to the amplifier.  
1 SP SETUP  
2 TEST TONE  
3 DISTANCE  
4 DIMMER  
5 EXIT  
2 FRONT NML  
• For “FRONT LRG” and “SW ON” selection, no sound will be  
heard from subwoofer speaker even when it is set to on.  
However, if you select “REMIX ON” in step @ when subwoofer  
is selected, you will be able to hear sound from the subwoofer.  
Press the SETUP key to select the 6ch AMP setting.  
3
5 Press the SET UP key to accept the setting.  
• The center speaker setting indication “CNTR” appears.  
The Back Surround and Subwoofer output selections are displayed  
as follows:  
1 6ch SW  
: SUB/W BS s pe ake r te rm inal w ill output  
Subwoofer sound.  
2 6ch BS  
: SUB/W BS speaker terminal will output Back  
Surround sound. Subwoofer pre out will have  
output from SW only.  
3 6ch OFF  
: It is not advisable to use SUB/W BS speaker  
terminal for this selection.  
Use the TRIM%/keys to select the speakers.  
Press the SETUP key to proceed to the next SETUP selection.  
Continued to next page  
15 EN  
Preparing for surround sound  
6 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the appropriate center  
! Press the SET UP key again to accept the setting.  
• The subwoofer remix setting indication ”REMIX” appears.  
• If subwoofer is turned off, subwoofer re-mix setting is not visible.  
speaker setting.  
If you selected “LRG” as the front speakers setting,  
1 CNTR NML  
2 CNTR LRG  
3 CNTR OFF  
:
:
:
An average size center speaker is  
connected to the amplifier.  
A large center speaker is connected  
to the amplifier.  
Center speaker setting mode to the  
amplifier is OFF.  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
AUTO  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
RS  
@ Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the appropriate subw oofer  
re-m ix setting.  
If you selected “NMLas the front speakers setting,  
1 REMIX ON  
:
:
Subwoofer re-mix setting mode to  
the amplifier is ON.  
Subwoofer re-mix setting mode to  
the amplifier is OFF.  
1 CNTR ON  
:
:
Center speaker setting mode to the  
receiver is ON.  
Center speaker setting mode to the  
receiver is OFF.  
2 REMIX OFF  
2 CNTR OFF  
When “REMIX ON” is selected, bass sound of other channel  
w ill be added into Subw oofer or bass sound of Subw oofer  
w ill be a dde d int o ot he r cha nne l t o incre a se de e p ba ss  
perform ance.  
7 Press the SET UP key again to accept the setting.  
• The surround speaker indication “SURR” appears.  
8 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the appropriate surround  
# Press the SET UP key again to return to the 2.  
• The receiver enters the speaker volume level adjustment mode.  
• In steps 5 and 6, indications appear only for the selected  
channels of the speakers that require adjusting.  
speaker setting.  
If you selected “LRG” as the center speaker setting,  
1 SURR NML  
2 SURR LRG  
3 SURR OFF  
:
:
:
Average size surround speakers are  
connected to the amplifier.  
La rg e s u rro u n d s p e a ke rs a re  
connected to the amplifier.  
Surround speaker setting mode to  
the amplifier is OFF.  
Adjust the speaker volume level.  
5
From your usual listening position, adjust the volume levels. The  
volume levels from each speaker should be the same.  
1 Press the SET UP key and then use the TRIM%/ keys to  
select TEST TONE.  
If you selected other than “LRG” as the center speaker setting,  
2 Press the SET UP key for the follow ing displays:  
1 SURR ON  
: Surround speaker setting mode to the  
amplifier is ON.  
2 SURR OFF  
: Surround speaker setting mode to the  
amplifier is OFF.  
The selection of AUTO or MANUAL is done by the TRIM%/ fi  
keys.  
• When the setting “SURR OFF” is selected, by pressing the SET  
UP key in step 9 the procedure skips to step @. But if SW  
OFF” is selected, press the SET UP key to skip to step 5.  
1 AUTO  
2 MANUAL  
9 Press the SET UP key again to accept the setting.  
• The back surround speaker setting indication “BS” appears.  
3 Press the SET UP key again to begin TEST TONE.  
Use the TRIM%/ keys to adjust the volum e level of the test  
tone output from the speaker channel to be adjusted.  
0 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select appropriate surround back  
speaker setting.  
For AUTO selection, the first test tone is heard from the front left  
speaker for 3 seconds. The next test tone is heard from the  
speakers in the follow ing sequence for 3 seconds each.  
If you selected “LRG” as the surround speaker setting,  
1 BS NML  
2 BS LRG  
3 BS OFF  
:
:
:
Average size back surround speaker is  
connected to the amplifier.  
Large back surround speaker is con-  
nected to the amplifier.  
Back surround speaker setting mode to  
the amplifier is OFF.  
L
C
R
RS  
SW  
LS  
BS  
The channel indication blinks while the test tone is being output.  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
DOLBY PLII  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
AUTO  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
LFE
AUTO  
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
S
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
RS  
If you selected “NMLas the surround speaker setting,  
• If you change the volume level settings for the speakers while  
listening to music, the settings referred to on this page are also  
changed.  
• If the speaker setting selects are OFF, the speaker level settings  
are reset.  
1 BS NML  
: Back surround speaker setting mode  
to the amplifier is ON.  
2 BS OFF  
: Back surround speaker setting mode  
to the amplifier is OFF.  
For “MANUAL” selection, press the FRONT, CENTER, REAR  
or SW keys to select the speaker channel and then adjust the  
volum e level by pressing TRIM%/ keys.  
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Preparing for surround sound  
Press the FRONT key each time to select Front L or Front R  
channel.  
Press the CENTER or SW key to select center or subwoofer  
channel.  
Press the REAR key to select surround channel.  
And use the REAR key for the following displays.  
1 LS : Surround L channel.  
2 BS : Back surround channel.  
3 RS : Surround R channel.  
4 Press the SET UP key again.  
• The test tone is turned off and return to the main setup displays.  
Input the distance to the speakers.  
6
1 Measure the distance from the listening position to each of  
the speakers.  
J ot dow n the distance to each of the speakers.  
Distance to Front left speaker (L) : ____ meters  
Distance to Center speaker (C)  
: ____ meters  
Distance to Front right speaker (R) : ____ meters  
Distance to Surround right (RS)  
Distance to Back Surround (BS)  
Distance to Surround left (LS)  
Distance to Subwoofer (SW)  
: ____ meters  
: ____ meters  
: ____ meters  
: ____ meters  
2 Press theTRIM%/ keys to select the “DISTANCE” on setup  
displays and press the SETUP key again.  
3 Use the SET UP key to select the speakers and the TRIM%/ fi  
keys to adjust the distance to the front speakers.  
The speaker indicator to be adjusted blinks.  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
AUTO  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
S  
• The allowable setting range is 0.3 to 9.0 m, adjustable in 0.3 m  
increments.  
4 Repeat steps 3to input the distance for each of the speakers.  
5 Press the SET UP key again to return to m ain setup displays.  
• The speakers you have selected should appear on the display.  
Confirm that all the speakers have been correctly selected.  
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Normal playback  
Listening to a source component  
Preparing for playback  
Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback.  
INPUT SELECTOR  
VOLUME CONTROL  
(POWER)  
INPUT MODE  
POWER  
INPUT SELECTOR  
VOLUME%¥fi  
Turning on the amplifier  
Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob (or INPUT SELECTOR keys)  
and AV AUX key to select the source you want to listen to.  
1
2
1 Turn on the pow er to the related com ponents.  
Selecting a source using each key.  
2 Turn on the pow er to this am plifier by pressing the  
(POWER) key.  
1 DVD/ CD”  
2 VIDEO 1”  
3 VIDEO 2“  
4 FRONT AUX”  
Selecting the input mode  
If you have selected a component connected to the DVD/ CD, VIDEO 2  
or FRONT AUX jacks, make sure that the input mode setting is correct  
for the type of audio signal to be used.  
Start playback from the selected source.  
9
Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob (or VOLUME CONTROL  
3%¥fi keys) to adjust the volume.  
18 EN  
Normal playback  
Adjusting the sound  
Muting the sound  
The MUTE key lets you mute the sound of the speakers.  
VOLUME CONTROL  
Press the MUTE key.  
Blinks  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
ACTIVE EQ.  
To cancel  
PHONES  
Press the MUTE key again so that the “MUTE” indicator goes off.  
• MUTE ON can also be deactivated by turning the pressing  
VOLUME CONTROL knob (or VOLUME %/keys).  
POWER  
ACTIVE EQ mode  
ACTIVE EQ  
SOUND  
You can enjoy a more impressive sound effect when ACTIVE EQ is  
turned ON during Dolby Digital and DTS playback and, when in PCM and  
analog stereo mode.  
TRIM%¥fi  
VOLUME%¥fi  
Press the ACTIVE EQ key for the follow ing selections;  
1EQ CINEMA :Effe c t ive w h e n w a t c h in g  
a
m o vie .  
(The ACTIVE EQ. indicator lights up.)  
2EQ MUSIC :Effe c t ive w h e n lis t e n in g t o m u s ic .  
MUTE  
(The ACTIVE EQ. indicator lights up.)  
3EQ OFF  
:The ACTIVE EQ function is turned OFF.  
(The ACTIVE EQ. indicator goes off.)  
• ACTIVE EQ function will not be available when during recording  
or DTS-ES MATRIX is ON, and during 96kHz LPCM playback.  
Adjusting the TONE  
You can adjust the sound quality when the receiver is in the PCM stereo  
mode, analog stereo mode.  
Listening with headphones  
1 Press the SOUND key to select the SOUND m ode.  
When input signal is Dolby Digital and STEREO  
1 T.SURR ON or OFF : SRS TruSurround  
1 Connect headphones to the PHONES jack.  
2 TONE  
: Tone  
3 NIGHT ON or OFF : Midnight mode  
PHONES  
When input signal is except STEREO  
TONE  
: Tone  
• For other input signal, some of mode will not be displayed.  
Headphones with a stereo mini plug can be connected.  
The sounds from all speakers are cut off.  
2 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select TONE and then press SOUND  
key.  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
2 Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob (or VOLUME%/ keys) to  
adjust the volum e.  
AUTO  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
3 Whe n in TONE ON se le ction, pre ss the SOUND ke y for the  
follow ing displays.  
BASS  
:
Select this to adjust the low frequency range.  
TREBLE : Select this to adjust the high frequency range.  
4 Use the TRIM%/ keys to adjust the sound quality.  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
AUTO  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
• The bass and treble levels are adjustable from -10 to +10 in 2 step  
increments.  
• The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 20 seconds.  
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Recording  
Recording audio (analog sources)  
INPUT SELECTOR  
INPUT SELECTOR  
Recording a music source  
1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob (or INPUT SELECTOR keys) to  
select the source (other than “VIDEO 1) you w ant to record.  
• Connect analogue audio outputs to this Amplifier. 0  
2 Start playback, then start recording.  
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Ambience effects  
This receiver is equipped w ith listening m odes that allow  
you to enjoy an enhanced sonic am bience w ith a variety of  
video sources.  
In order to obtain the optim um effect from the surround  
m odes, m ake sure to input the proper speaker settings  
DTS  
The DTS multi-channel audio format is available on CD, LD and DVD  
software. DTS is strictly digital format and cannot be decoded inside  
most CD, LD or DVD players. For this reason. If you attempt to listen  
to DTS encoded software through the analog output of your new CD,  
LD or DVD player, you will experience digital noise in most cases. This  
noise can be quite loud if the analog output is connected directly to a  
high power amplification system. Proper measures for playing the  
digital output as described below should be taken to avoid this  
situation. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround playback, an external 5.1  
channel DTS Digital Surround decoder system or an amplifier with a  
built-in DTS Digital Surround decoder must be connected to the digital  
output (S/P DIF, AES/EBU or TosLink) of a CD, LD or DVD player.  
All models are incorporated with the DTS decoder.  
beforehand.  
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Surround modes  
Dolby Digital  
The Dolby Digital surround format lets you enjoy up to 5.1 channels  
of digital surround sound from Dolby Digital program sources (such as  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
Laserdisc or DVD software marked  
). Compared with previ-  
ous Dolby surround, Dolby Digital provides even better sound quality,  
greater spatial accuracy, and improved dynamic range.  
(SW)*  
Although a full set of speakers (front left, right, and center, surround  
left and right, and a subwoofer) is required for true 5.1 channel Dolby  
Digital surround sound, this receiver lets you enjoy Dolby Digital (and  
Dolby Surround) program sources, even if you connect only the front  
speakers.  
KENWOOD  
Front speakers  
(L,R)  
Surround  
speakers  
(L,R)  
*Optional in this mode.  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
(SW)*  
Note  
*LFE = Low Frequency Effects. This channel delivers separate non-  
directional bass signals to the subwoofer for more dynamic deep bass  
sound effects.  
KE
DTS has a .1 or LFE channel.  
KENWOOD  
The indication “LFE” appears in the display when a signal is being  
input for this channel.  
Front speakers  
(L,R)  
Surround  
speakers  
(L,R)  
Dolby PRO LOGIC II  
Dolby Pro Logic II was designed specifically to provide a new sense  
of spatiality, directionality and articulation of sounds from Dolby  
Surround encoded sources (such as video and Laserdisc software  
*Optional in this mode.  
marked  
). This is achieved with an intelligent, built-in  
feedback logic design, a matrix surround decoding and the decoding  
of stereo, full bandwidth surround outputs. The PRO LOGICII modes  
programmed into this receiver are “MOVIE, “MUSIC” and PRO  
LOGIC” . The “ MOVIE” m ode of the PRO LOGIC II has pre s e t  
characteristics to produce a calibrated.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby, “Pro  
Logic”, “Surround EXand the double-D symbol are trademarks of  
Dolby Laboratories.  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
(SW)  
DTS, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks  
of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.  
KENWOOD  
Front speakers  
(L,R)  
Surround  
speakers  
(L,R)  
Note  
*LFE = Low Frequency Effects. This channel delivers separate non-  
directional bass signals to the subwoofer for more dynamic deep bass  
sound effects.  
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Ambience effects  
DSP mode  
DTS-ES  
The DSP mode lets you add the atmosphere of a live concert or hall  
to almost any type of program source. These modes are particularly  
effective when used with stereo program sources, like CD, television,  
and FM radio. You might enjoy trying the ARENA, JAZZ CLUB,  
THEATER, STADIUM or DISCO mode the next time you watch a  
concert or sporting event!  
DTS-ES (Digital Theater System-Extended Surround) presents 6.1  
channels surround system with additional Back Surround 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 back surround  
which is completely independent and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 produces  
the back surround 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 back surround presents a more natural  
presence and surround effects by increasing the impression of the  
sound image from back. Programs which are recorded using DTS-ES  
technology consist of information flags which will be able to control  
the Discrete and Matrix mode. Thus, it can automatically select the  
best matched mode.  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
(SW)  
KE
KENWOOD  
Front speakers  
(L,R)  
Surround  
speakers  
(L,R)  
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.  
What's DSP?  
DTS has a .1 or LFE channel.  
The indication LFE” appears in the display when a signal is being  
input for this channel.  
DSP stands for Digital Signal Processor.  
The way a sound is heard in an actual environment depends on a  
variety of different factors. One of the most important is reverberation  
(the act of decaying elements of sound echoing in various places).  
The DSP modes produce the feeling of presence by using the DSP to  
create reverberation, without spoiling the sound quality of the original  
signal.  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
(SW)*  
KE
KENWOOD  
Dolby Digital EX  
Front speakers  
(L,R)  
Dolby Digital EX is an extension of Dolby Digital technology, Dolby  
Digital EX creates six full-bandwidth output channels from 6.1-chan-  
nel sources. This is done using a matrix decoder that derives three  
surround channels from the two in the original recording.  
Surround  
speakers  
(L,R)  
Back surround  
speaker  
This is achieved by using three different surround signals, Left  
Surround , Right Surround, and Back Surround, each driving its own  
array of speakers. Think of it as adding a center channel for the rear  
speakers, which give more diffuse and natural surround effect, even  
if you wanted the ability to completely encircle the audience with  
sound, positioning sound effects exactly where they wolud be heard  
in real life. For best results, Dolby Digital EX should be used with  
movie soundtracks recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX which  
contain a digital flag that will automatically activate this feature.  
However, for titles released prior to late 2001, this feature has to be  
activated manually.  
*Optional in this mode.  
Although a full set of speakers (front left and right, center, surround  
left and right, back surround and a subwoofer) are required for true 6.1  
channel Dolby Digital surround EX sound, this receiver lets you enjoy  
Dolby Digital (and Dolby Surround) program sources, even if you  
connect only the front speakers.  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
(SW)*  
KE
KENWOOD  
Front speakers  
(L,R)  
Surround  
speakers  
(L,R)  
Back surround  
speaker  
*Optional in this mode.  
Although only Dolby Digital soundtracks incorporate a separate low  
frequency channel, connecting a subwoofer will also improve deep  
bass performance in the other surround modes.  
The indication LFE” appears in the display when a signal is being  
input for this channel.  
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Ambience effects  
Surround play  
When the DOLBY DIGITAL EX or DOLBY DIGITAL signal is  
input :  
(The DOLBY D or DOLBY PLII, indicator lights up.)  
The DTS compatible models can reproduce a CD, DVD, or LD carrying the  
DTS mark.  
DOLBY DIGITAL can be used when playing DVD or LD software bearing  
the  
DOLBY PRO LOGIC can be used when playing video, DVD, or LD  
software bearing the mark.  
mark and DOLBY DIGITAL format digital broadcasts (etc.).  
1 DOLBY D  
:
DOLBY DIGITAL EX surround.  
(The DOLBY D EX indicator lights up.)  
Whe n DOLBY DIGITAL signal is input or  
Back surround speaker is OFF, this menu  
will not be displayed.  
2 DOLBY D  
3 MOVIE  
:
:
:
:
DOLBY DIGITAL surround.  
INPUT SELECTOR  
(The DOLBY D indicator lights up.)  
PRO LOGIC II surround MOVIE mode.  
(The DOLBY PLII indicator lights up.)  
PRO LOGIC II surround PRO LOGIC mode.  
(The DOLBY PL indicator lights up.)  
Normal stereo playback.When you select  
DOLBY DIGITAL  
4 PRO LOGIC  
5 STEREO  
DOLBY D” will be displayed.  
INPUT MODE  
LISTEN MODE  
STEREO  
DOLBY D  
NEO:6  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
DOLBY PLII  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
AUTO  
LFE
INPUT SELECTOR  
S
When the DTS or DTS-ES (matrix or discrete) signal is input :  
1 DTS  
:
:
:
:
DTS 5.1ch surround mode.  
(DTS indicator lights up.)  
2 MTRX 6.1  
3 DSCRT 6.1  
4 STEREO  
DTS 6.1ch MATRIX surround mode.  
(DTS-ES and MATRIX 6.1 indicators light up.)  
DTS 6.1ch DISCRETE surround mode.  
(DTS-ES and DISCRETE 6.1 indicators light up.)  
Normal stereo playback.  
STEREO  
LISTEN MODE  
When the analog signal or the digital signal (except for  
DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS signal) is input :  
Preparations  
• Turn ON related components.  
• Complete “Preparing for surround sound” (speaker settings).  
1 MOVIE  
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
PRO LOGIC II surround MOVIE mode.  
(The DOLBY PL II indicator lights up.)  
PRO LOGIC II surround MUSIC mode.  
(The DOLBY PL indicator lights up.)  
PRO LOGIC II surround PRO LOGIC mode.  
(The DOLBY PL indicator lights up.)  
NEO:6 surround.  
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• Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob (or INPUT SELECTOR keys) to select  
the component you wish to play back with surround sound.  
• Use the INPUT MODE key to select the input mode (analog or digital)  
for the source you wish to play back.  
• Noise will be produced when a DTS source is played by selecting the  
analog input.  
2 MUSIC  
3 PRO LOGIC  
4 CINEMA  
5 MUSIC  
9
(The NEO:6 indicator lights up.)  
NEO:6 surround.  
Start playing the video software.  
1
2
(The NEO:6 indicator lights up.)  
DSP surround ARENA mode.  
(The DSP indicator lights up.)  
DSP surround JAZZ CLUB mode.  
(The DSP indicator lights up.)  
DSP surround STADIUM mode.  
(The DSP indicator lights up.)  
DSP surround DISCO mode.  
(The DSP indicator lights up.)  
DSP surround THEATER mode.  
(The DSP indicator lights up.)  
Normal stereo playback.  
6 ARENA  
Use the LISTEN MODE key to select the listening mode.  
7 J AZZ CLUB  
8 STADIUM  
9 DISCO  
The listening mode settings are stored separately for each input. If  
the input mode is set to full auto the receiver selects the optimal  
listening mode automatically based on the type of input signal and  
the speaker settings.  
Each press of the LISTEN MODE key sw itches the setting as  
listed below .  
0 THEATER  
- STEREO  
The listening m ode settings are different depending on the type  
of input signal.  
• Dolby Digital or DTS signal having more channels than the maximum  
number of playback channels available using the receiver’s current  
settings is input, downmixing is performed to match the number of  
available speaker channels.  
Dolby Digital Surround EX com pliant disc :  
Dolby Digital Surround EX compliant disc contains the identification  
signals. When you choose FULL AUTO during “Input mode set-  
tings” (9), this amplifire detects the identification signals and  
change the LISTEN mode to the DOLBY D EX(Dolby Digital Surround  
EX mode) automatically.  
• The DSP mode selection is displayed for approximately 3 seconds.  
But sometimes we find some discs which is Dolby Digital Surround  
EX compliant disc but it does not contain the identification signals.  
If you find the notice like Surround EXon the label of disc or  
package, you can choose DOLBY D EX then you can enjoy Dolby  
Digital Surround EX sound.  
Adjust the volume.  
3
Continued to next page  
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Ambience effects  
SRS TruSurround play  
To charge to STEREO mode.  
When STEREO mode has been chosen in LISTEN MODE and input signal  
is STEREO, you can enjoy surround effect by SRS TruSurround.  
When you press the STEREO key, the LISTEN mode will be switched to  
the STEREO mode.  
During above STEREO mode, if you press STEREO key again, the  
STEREO mode will be switched back to the LISTEN mode.  
• If you switch to the STEREO mode using STEREO key, the DSP  
mode will be turned off automatically.  
• If you turn off and on the POWER, setting of the LISTEN mode will  
not be loosed.  
Notes  
• Depending on the type of the signal or speaker setting, some listening  
modes cannot be selected.  
LISTEN MODE  
• When playback is started, the sound may be cut or interrupted before  
the input source is confirmed as Dolby Digital.  
SOUND  
TRIM%¥fi  
LISTEN MODE  
Select STEREO mode using LISTEN MODE key.  
Press the SOUND key twice.  
£
1
2
Use the TRIM keys to select ON or OFF.  
3
1 T.SURR ON  
: SRS TruSurround ON.  
2 T.SURR OFF  
: SRS TruSurround OFF.  
Press the SOUND key to return to the input indication.  
4
• The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 20 seconds.  
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Convenient functions  
Display dimmer adjustment  
The dimmer function lets you select the brightness of the amplifier's  
display. You might find this useful if you darken your room to watch  
movies or listen to music.  
REAR  
CENTER  
FRONT  
SOUND  
SW  
TRIM%¥fi  
1 Press the SET UP key to enter the SETUP m ode.  
2 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the “DIMMER.  
3 Press the SET UP key again so that the dim m er setting indication  
appears.  
Select the brightness level you find m ost pleasing using TRIM  
(%/ ) keys.  
1 DIMMER H : Bright  
2 DIMMER L : Dark  
Adjustment of each channels’ level  
4 Press the SET UP key to return to the “DIMMER”.  
5 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the “EXIT.  
You can adjust each channel’s level duning listening music.  
1 Press the FRONT key to adjust FRONT L channels level.  
6 Press the SET UP key to return to the input indication.  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
AUTO  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
Sleep timer (SLEEP)  
Set the number of minutes after which the unit to be turned OFF.  
2 Use the TRIM%/ keys to adjust the sound level.  
Connect the related com ponent under reference to “Connecting  
audio com ponents”.  
3 Press the FRONT key to adjust FRONT R channels level.  
4 Use the TRIM%/ keys to adjust the sound level.  
5 Press the FRONT key to return to the input indication.  
Press the SLEEP key to select the tim e.  
• Each press increases the timer period by 10 minites.  
The sleep timer can be setup to 90 minites.  
• The sound level is adjustable from -10 dB to +10dB in 1dB step  
increments.  
• The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 20 seconds.  
• Use the CENTER or SW key to adjust sound level of center or  
subwoofer channel.  
10 =20 =30 =.... =80 =90 =OFF =10 =20 = ....  
The sleep timer indicator will be lit.  
• Use the REAR key to adjust sound level of surround channel.  
And use the REAR key for the following displays.  
DOLBY DEX NEO:6  
DOLBY PLII  
DSP  
TS  
MUTE DIGITAL  
ST.  
AUTO  
DTS -ES AAC  
DISCRETE  
LFE
MATRIX 6.1  
ACTIVE EQ.  
S
RS  
1 LS : Surround L channel.  
2 BS : Surround back channel.  
3 RS : Surround R channel.  
• The sysytem has been setup so taht the display is dimmered automati-  
cally while the sleep timer is activated.  
• Press the SLEEP key while the sleep timer is activated to check the  
remaining time.  
Midnight mode (Dolby Digital mode only)  
To cancel  
When watching movies at night , you might not be able to raise the volume as  
loud as normal. Midnight mode compresses the dynamic range of previously  
specified heavy sound passage of the Dolby Digital sound track (like scenes with  
sudden increases in volume) to minimize the difference in volume between the  
scenes with heavy sound passage and scenes with normal sound passage. This  
makes it easy to hear all of the sound track, even when listening at low volumes.  
Turn the amplifier OFF or press the SLEEP key until the sleep time is  
caucelled.  
96kHz LPCM playback  
1 Press the SOUND key to enter the SOUND m ode.  
The amplifier is compatible with the 96kHz LPCM playback. To play a  
96kHz DVD, set the listen mode to “STEREO.  
• This can be selected only if DVD/CD, VIDEO 2 or FRONT AUX is  
selected as the source and the listen mode is set to “DOLBY DIGITAL.”  
• In FULL AUTO input mode the listen mode will automatically be  
STEREO.  
• When in D MANUAL input mode (listen mode is not STEREO), 96kHz  
LPCM” will appear in the display and no sound can be heard from the  
speakers.  
2 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select the “NIGHT” and then press  
the SOUND key.  
3 Use the TRIM%/ keys to select ON or OFF.  
Press the LISTEN MODE or STEREO key (the listen mode changes to  
the STEREO mode) to output sound from the speakers.  
1 NIGHT ON : Midnight mode ON.  
2 NIGHT OFF : Midnight mode OFF.  
4 Press the SOUND key to returm to the input indication.  
• The adjustment item is displayed for approximately 20 seconds.  
• Some Dolby Digital software may not be compatible with the  
Midnight mode.  
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Basic remote control operations for other components  
The rem ote control supplied w ith this am plifier is also  
ca p a b le o f co n t ro llin g co m p o n e n t s fro m a va rie t y o f  
m anufacturers once you register the appropriate setup codes  
into the rem ote control unit.  
Press the registered INPUT SELECTOR key and then press the  
SOURCE key to check that the component you want to  
control turns on or press the TV key to check that the TV  
turns on.  
3
Low battery warning  
If the com ponent does not react, and there is m ore than one  
setup code, enter another setup code and try again.  
Replace all two batteries with new ones when you notice a shortening  
of the distance from which the remote control will operate. The  
remote control is designed to retain setup codes in memory while you  
change batteries.  
• If the component is already on, pressing the SOURCE  
key will  
turn it off.  
Repeat steps 2 to 3 to register additional components until  
4
Registering setup codes for other components  
Refer to below list about the com ponents w hich can be  
registered to INPUT SELECTOR keys of the rem ote control.  
You can register to the m arked INPUT SELECTOR keys of  
the rem ote control.  
Checking the codes .  
If you w ant to know w hich num ber w as set.  
1 After registering the setup code, press and hold the ENTER  
key and then press the INPUT SELECTOR key.  
INPUT SELECTOR  
keys  
DVD/ CD VIDEO1 VIDEO2  
TV  
• LED will blink twice as confirmation.  
2 Press the ON SCREEN key.  
VIDEO  
TV  
• LED will blink according to first, second and third digit for the current  
setup code.  
• In case of digit 0, the LED will blink ten times.  
Example : If the registered SETUP code is 028”, the LED will blink  
ten times, two times and eight times.  
Satellite  
Cable  
DVD player  
CD player  
• If the ON SCREEN key is not pressed within ten second, this  
function will be cancelled.  
Note  
Although each setup code is designed to work with a number of  
different models, certain codes may not work with some models.  
(Also, certain codes may only operate some of the functions available  
on a given model.)  
POWER  
TV  
SOURCE  
INPUT SELECTOR  
Numeric keys  
5¥∞¥2¥3  
If no response after registering setup codes.  
ENTER  
ON SCREEN  
1 During press and hold the ENTER key, press any of the INPUT  
SELECTOR keys or TV key w hich you w ant to register.  
• LED will blink twice as confirmation.  
2 Press the 5key until the com ponent you w ant to control turns  
on.  
Find the setup code of the component to be registered.  
1
3 Press the ENTER key.  
• Re fe r to the s e tup code lis ts to find the s e tup code for the  
• If you press the 5 key after turn on the component you want to  
control, press key to return to previous step.  
component to be registered.  
Example: To register a DVD made by KENWOOD, you would enter  
“005”.  
Input  
Com ponent  
Maker  
Code  
Key  
(DVD)  
DVD player KENWOOD  
005  
DVD/CD  
Registering components for the remote control.  
2
1 During press and hold the ENTER key, press one of the INPUT  
SELECTOR key or TV key w hich you w ant to register.  
• LED will blink twice as confirmation.  
2 Press the Num eric keys to enter the three-digit setup code.  
• LED will blink once as confirmation.  
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Basic remote control operations for other components  
Operating other components  
This operation lets you operate the registered components.  
POWER  
SOURCE  
INPUT SELECTOR  
Use the INPUT SELECTOR keys to select the component you  
desire.  
1
• Pressing the INPUT SELECTOR keys also changes the input  
selector on the amplifier.  
Press the SOURCE key.  
2
3
Press the operation keys you desire.  
¤‹  
The rem ote control m ode rem ains at the selected input. If you  
w ish to operate another com ponent, repeat step 2 or 3.  
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Basic remote control operations for other components  
Setup code chart  
Maker  
Setup codes  
TV setup codes  
KEC  
027  
Maker  
Setup codes  
KTV  
001, 006, 027  
KENWOOD  
LG  
LOGIK  
LUXMAN  
LXI  
MAGATRON  
MAGNAVOX  
MAJESTIC  
MARANTZ  
MATSUSHITA  
MEMOREX  
MGA  
MIDLAND  
MINUTZ  
MITSUBISHI  
MOTOROLA  
MTC  
000, 001, 016  
011  
001, 016  
011  
007, 010, 019, 020, 025  
016, 025  
001, 010, 026  
001, 016  
001, 010  
042  
011, 017, 019, 025, 031, 042  
000, 001, 017, 025  
002, 006, 007, 008, 035  
004  
000, 017, 025, 041  
041  
000, 001, 011, 012  
027  
020, 022, 025  
000, 001, 011  
014  
001, 014, 025  
027  
019, 022, 042  
021, 041  
026, 028, 031  
008, 042, 081  
000, 001, 004, 006, 007, 008,  
011, 012, 020, 025, 040  
000, 001, 010, 016, 031  
010  
000, 001, 006  
022  
000, 006, 014  
003, 008  
007  
025, 032  
000, 002, 083  
008, 021, 042  
000, 007, 008, 013, 037, 038,  
039, 040, 041  
000, 001, 006, 007, 011, 019,  
021, 025, 027  
000, 001, 006, 011, 019, 021,  
025, 027  
001, 002, 033  
001, 006  
000, 001, 011, 012, 025, 084  
AOC  
ADMIRAL  
AIKO  
AKAI  
ALARON  
AMBASSADOR  
AMERICA ACTION  
AMPRO  
000, 001  
031, 041  
014  
001  
026  
024  
027  
043  
027, 086, 087, 088  
014, 027, 030, 034  
027  
000  
001, 016, 019  
027  
000  
028, 031  
001, 011  
001  
010  
050, 089  
014, 030  
001, 006, 011, 012, 014  
011  
027  
027, 082  
010  
006, 027  
001, 006, 007, 008, 010, 011,  
012, 016, 019, 022, 030, 032,  
038, 040, 041  
027  
000, 006, 014, 030, 034, 035  
000  
016  
000, 002  
036, 044  
050, 089  
000, 006, 019, 024, 025, 026,  
027, 028, 029, 031, 034, 035  
001  
019  
026  
023, 026, 027  
027, 083  
004, 007, 008, 025, 029, 030,  
038, 040, 041  
000, 001, 002  
000, 001, 011, 025  
009, 011  
026, 027  
025  
026  
010  
027  
011, 016, 018  
010  
ANAM  
AUDIOVOX  
BAYSONIC  
BELCOR  
BELL&HOWELL  
BRADFORD  
BROCKWOOD  
BROKSONIC  
CANDLE  
CARNIVAL  
CARVER  
CELEBRITY  
CINERAL  
CITIZEN  
CONCERTO  
CONTEC  
CRAIG  
CROSLEY  
CROWN  
MULTITECH  
NAD  
NEC  
NTC  
NIKKO  
ONWA  
OPTIMUS  
OPTONICA  
ORION  
PANASONIC  
PENNEY  
CURTIS MATHES  
PILCO  
PHILIPS  
PILOT  
CXC  
DAEWOO  
DAYTRON  
DENON  
DUMONT  
DWIN  
PIONEER  
PORTLAND  
PRISM  
PROSCAN  
PROTON  
PULSAR  
QUASAR  
RCA  
ELECTROBAND  
EMERSON  
ENVISION  
FISHER  
FUJITSU  
FUNAI  
FUTURETECH  
GE  
RADIO SHACK  
REALISTIC  
RUNCO  
SAMPO  
SAMSUNG  
SAMSUX  
SANSEI  
SANSUI  
SANYO  
SCIMITSU  
SCOTCH  
SCOTT  
GIBRALTER  
GOLDSTAR  
GRADIENTE  
GRUNPY  
HALLMARK  
HARLEY DAVIDSON  
HARMAN/KARDON  
HAVARD  
HITACHI  
INFINITY  
INTEQ  
JBL  
006  
030  
031  
019  
000  
025  
000, 025, 026, 027, 028  
007, 010, 011, 019, 020, 023,  
025, 026  
027  
020  
SEARS  
002  
010  
050, 089  
009, 085  
SEMIVOX  
SEMP  
SHARP  
JCB  
JVC  
006, 021, 041  
000  
SHOGUN  
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Basic remote control operations for other components  
TV setup codes  
Maker  
Setup codes  
Maker  
Setup codes  
SIGNATURE  
SONY  
001, 016  
050, 089  
FISHER  
FUJI  
012, 017  
003, 004  
SOUNDESIGN  
SQUAREVIEW  
SSS  
STARLITE  
SUPREME  
SYLVANIA  
SYMPHONIC  
TANDY  
TECHNICS  
TECHNOI ACE  
TECHWOOD  
TEKNIKA  
025, 026, 027  
023  
000, 027  
027  
050, 089  
001, 010  
023  
041  
008, 042  
005, 026  
008, 011  
000, 001, 006, 010, 011, 012,  
FUNAI  
GE  
006  
004, 013, 023, 027, 077  
006  
000, 005  
006  
012  
006  
000, 016  
015  
GARRARD  
GOLDSTAR  
GRANDIENTE  
HI-Q  
HARLEY DAVIDSON  
HARMAN/KARDON  
HARWOOD  
HEADQUARTER  
HITACHI  
JVC  
011  
002, 006, 008, 070  
001, 002, 070  
014, 016, 017, 026, 027  
JENSEN  
002, 070  
TELEFUNKEN  
TMK  
011, 015  
011, 024, 025  
KEC  
KLH  
005, 025  
015  
TOSHIBA  
012, 019, 020  
006  
001  
009  
010  
000, 025  
000, 001, 004, 010, 011, 016,  
021, 025, 026  
031, 034, 035  
000, 001  
KENWOOD  
KODAK  
LXI  
LIOYD’ S  
LOGIK  
MAGNASONIC  
MAGNAVOX  
MAGNIN  
MARANTZ  
MARTA  
000, 001, 002, 070  
004, 005  
005  
006  
015  
025  
004, 006, 007, 016, 019  
023  
004, 016  
005  
TOTEVISION  
VECTOR RESEARCH  
VICTOR  
VIDIKRON  
VIDTECH  
WARDS  
WESTINGHOUSE  
YAMAHA  
ZENITH  
001, 002, 014, 016, 031  
MATSUSHITA  
MEI  
004, 028, 029, 079, 080  
004  
MEMOREX  
004, 005, 006, 007, 011, 012  
VIDEO setup codes  
017, 021, 023, 027, 031, 032  
077, 082, 083  
Maker  
Setup codes  
ADMIRAL  
ADVENTURA  
AIKO  
AIWA  
AKAI  
AMERICA ACTION  
AMERICA HIGH  
ASHA  
021, 027, 077  
006  
025  
005, 006  
002, 070  
025  
004  
023  
MGA  
009, 023  
023  
008  
001, 009, 027, 077  
004, 016  
006, 023  
006, 015  
MGN TECHNOLOGY  
MINOLTA  
MITSUBISHI  
MOTOROLA  
MTC  
MULTITECH  
NEC  
000, 001, 002, 017, 070  
AUDIOVOX  
BEAUMARK  
BELL&HOWELL  
BROCKSONIC  
BROKSONIC  
CCE  
005  
023  
017  
021  
NIKKO  
005  
023  
004  
NOBLEX  
OLYMPUS  
OPIMUS  
005, 017, 027, 028, 029, 030,  
031, 032, 077, 079, 080, 081,  
082, 083  
014, 018, 020, 021  
015, 025  
CALIX  
005  
ORION  
014, 020, 021  
CANON  
004  
PANASONIC  
004, 022, 028, 029, 031, 079,  
CARVER  
016  
080, 082  
CINERAL  
025  
PENNY  
000, 004, 005, 008, 023  
CITIZEN  
COLT  
005, 025  
015  
PENTAX  
PHILCO  
008  
004, 021  
CRAIG  
005, 012, 015, 023, 024  
PHILIPS  
004, 016  
CURTIS MATHES  
CYBERNEX  
DAEWOO  
DENON  
DYNATECH  
ELECTROHOME  
ELECTROPHONIC  
EMEREX  
002, 004, 013, 028, 070, 079  
023  
010, 025  
008  
006  
005  
005  
012, 026  
PILOT  
005  
001  
023  
013  
015  
007  
011  
011  
PIONEER  
PROFITRONIC  
PROSCAN  
PROTEC  
PULSAR  
QUARTER  
QUARTZ  
QUASAR  
EMERSON  
005, 006, 009, 014, 018, 020  
021, 025  
004, 028, 029, 031, 079, 080  
082, 086  
29 EN  
Basic remote control operations for other components  
VIDEO setup codes  
Cable setup codes  
Maker  
Setup codes  
Maker  
Setup codes  
RCA  
004, 008, 013, 019, 023, 027  
ABC  
002, 003, 005, 006, 008, 009  
077  
030, 076  
RADIO SHACK  
RADIX  
006  
005  
ALLEGRO  
ARCHER  
018, 021  
018, 026  
RANDEX  
REALISTIC  
005  
BELL&HOWELL  
CENTURY  
CITIZEN  
009  
018  
018, 021  
004, 005, 006, 011, 012, 017  
027, 077  
RUNCO  
STS  
007  
008  
COMTRONICS  
CONTEC  
014  
011  
SAMSUNG  
SANKY  
SANSUI  
SANYO  
SCOTT  
SEARS  
010, 023, 070, 084  
007, 027, 077  
001, 002, 006, 021, 024, 070  
011, 012, 017, 023  
009, 010, 018, 020  
004, 005, 006, 008, 011, 012  
EASTEN  
001  
026  
010, 014  
022  
018  
010, 081  
EMERSON  
EVERQUEST  
FOCUS  
GARRARD  
GEMINI  
017  
010  
027, 077  
015  
GENERAL INSTRUMENT  
GOLDSTAR  
GOODMIND  
HAMLIN  
006, 032, 033, 034  
014, 017  
026, 029  
004, 012, 013, 020  
SEMP  
SHARP  
SHINTOM  
SHOGUN  
SINGER  
023  
015  
HITACHI  
JASCO  
006  
010, 018, 021  
SONY  
003, 004, 006, 026  
JERROLD  
002, 006, 007, 009, 010, 032  
SYVANIA  
SYMPHONIC  
TATUNG  
004, 006, 009, 016  
006  
002, 070  
002, 006, 070  
033, 034  
000  
015, 091  
015  
MEMOLEX  
MOVIE TIME  
NSC  
TEAC  
TECHNICS  
TEKNIKA  
THOMAS  
TMK  
TOSHIBA  
TOTEVISION  
UNITECH  
VECTOR  
004, 028, 079  
004, 005, 006  
006  
023  
009, 010  
005, 023  
023  
010  
OAK  
011  
031  
000, 016, 031  
000  
018  
017, 025  
022  
000, 082  
OPTIMUS  
PANASONIC  
PARAGON  
PHILIPS  
PIONEER  
POPULAR MECHANICS  
PULSAR  
VECTOR RESEARCH  
VIDEO CONCEPTS  
VIDEOSONIC  
WARDS  
000  
010  
023  
QUASAR  
RCA  
000  
031  
RADIO SHACK  
RECOTON  
REGAL  
REGENCY  
REMBRANDT  
RUNCO  
SL MARX  
SAMSUNG  
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA  
SIGNAL  
SIGNATURE  
SPRUCER  
STARCOM  
STARGATE  
STARQUEST  
TV86  
010, 021, 026, 028  
022  
012, 020  
001  
006, 085  
000  
014  
014, 017  
003, 023, 027, 030, 076  
010, 014  
006  
031, 083  
002, 010  
010, 014, 026  
010  
004, 006, 008, 012, 013, 015  
016, 019, 023, 027, 077  
021, 025  
004, 006, 015  
000  
WESTINGHOUSE  
XR-100  
YAMAHA  
ZENITH  
003, 006, 007, 021  
015  
TELEVIEW  
TOCOM  
TOSHIBA  
TUSA  
014  
007, 008  
000  
010  
UNIKA  
018  
UNIVERSAL  
VIEWSTAR  
ZENITH  
018, 019  
015  
000, 024  
022  
ZENTEK  
30 EN  
Basic remote control operations for other components  
Satellite setup codes  
CD setup codes  
Maker  
Setup codes  
Maker  
Setup codes  
AIWA  
042, 072  
051  
034  
042, 044, 052  
032, 033  
070, 076  
ALPHASTAR  
CHAPARRAL  
ECHOSTAR  
EXPREEVU  
GENERAL INSTRUMENT  
HTS  
065, 093  
058  
066  
BURMESTER  
CALIFORNIA AUDIO LAB  
CARVER  
DKK  
066  
072, 073, 075, 087  
066  
DENON  
FISHER  
044, 075  
HITACHI  
068  
GARRARD  
GENEXXA  
HARMAN/KARDON  
HITACHI  
JVC  
KENWOOD  
KRELL  
LINN  
MCS  
MTC  
MEGAVOX  
MARANTZ  
MISSION  
NSM  
050, 051  
036, 077  
042, 043  
036  
HUGHES NET. SYS  
JVC  
JERROLD  
MEGAVOX  
MEMOREX  
NEXT LEVEL  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
PRIMESTAR  
RCA  
RADIO SHACK  
REALISTIC  
SONY  
STAR CHOICE  
TOSHIBA  
UNIDEN  
064  
066  
072, 073  
062, 063  
063  
039  
035, 048, 056, 057, 071  
042  
042  
034  
051  
042, 077  
034, 042, 045  
042  
042  
059, 075  
040, 058  
033, 036, 041, 044, 051, 052,  
075  
074, 084  
062, 063  
072, 073  
057, 059, 060, 069  
075, 089  
071  
061  
075  
067, 091  
062, 063, 071  
070, 086  
NIKKO  
ONKYO  
OPIMUS  
ZENITH  
053, 071, 077  
PANASONIC  
PARASOND  
PHILIPS  
PIONEER  
PROTON  
QED  
032, 034, 073  
051  
042, 055  
036, 049, 053  
042  
042  
034  
DVD player setup codes  
Maker  
Setup codes  
APEX  
HARMAN/KARDON  
JVC  
064  
009  
008  
QUASAR  
RCA  
038, 044, 077, 078  
KENWOOD  
MEGAVOX  
MITSUBISHI  
ONKYO  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
000, 005  
013  
001  
013  
060  
006, 013  
REALISTIC  
ROTEL  
SAE  
SANSUI  
SANYO  
SCOTT  
044, 045, 051  
042, 051  
042  
042  
044  
077  
PIONEER  
PROSCAN  
RCA  
003, 063, 069  
002  
002  
SEARS  
SHARP  
SHERWOOD  
077  
045, 077, 079  
000, 013, 027, 038, 039, 040,  
SAMSUNG  
SHERWOOD  
066, 081  
001, 012, 014, 015, 016, 017  
018, 065, 067, 080  
004  
060  
063  
013  
007, 060  
010, 013  
011, 068  
041  
SONY  
033, 046, 054  
032, 041  
051  
045, 050, 051, 075  
034, 073  
039  
038, 042  
037, 047  
074  
SOUNDESIGN  
TASCAM  
TEAC  
TECHNICS  
VICTOR  
WARDS  
YAMAHA  
YORX  
SONY  
TECHNICS  
THETA DIGITAL  
TOSHIBA  
YAMAHA  
ZENITH  
CHINA DVD  
31 EN  
Basic remote control operations for other components  
Other components’ operations  
Refer to the following for the type of remote control operations available for each component.  
1 Press the INPUT SELECTOR key ( DVD/ CD, VIDEO1, VIDEO2,  
or TV ) w hich you registered code to control com ponent you  
desire.  
• When pressing keys in succession, press each key firmly and be sure  
to wait at least 1 second before pressing the next key.  
• Numeric keys function the same as the numeric keys on the original  
remote.  
2 Press the keys corresponding to the operations you desire.  
Refer to the follow ing sections for details.  
These keys can be used to perform the basic operations of KENWOOD and other m anufacturers’ com ponents w hich the setup code for each  
com ponent had been entered beforehand.  
TV operation keys  
VIDEO operation keys  
POWER  
POWER  
SOURCE  
SOURCE  
SOURCE  
INPUT SERECTOR  
VIDEO VIDEO  
INPUT SERECTOR  
VIDEO VIDEO  
DVD/CD  
TV  
1
2
FRONT AUX  
DVD/CD  
TV  
1
2
FRONT AUX  
TV INPUT  
TV VOLUME  
TV INPUT  
TV VOLUME  
TV  
TV VOLUME  
(+  
+
+
-
3
6
9
-
3
6
9
/
-)  
TV INPUT  
TV  
ACTIVE EQ.  
SOUND  
SET UP  
SW  
TV  
ACTIVE EQ.  
SOUND  
SET UP  
SW  
1
4
7
2
5
8
1
4
7
2
5
8
TV  
Numeric keys  
Numeric keys  
CHANNEL  
+1O  
0
+1OO  
REAR  
+1O  
0
+1OO  
REAR  
FRONT  
CENTER  
FRONT  
CENTER  
+
+
CHANNEL  
CHANNEL  
TRIM  
VOLUME  
CHANNEL  
TRIM  
VOLUME  
(+/-)  
(+/-)  
-
-
TOP MENU  
MENU  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
ENTER  
RETURN  
REC  
ON SCREEN  
PLAY  
RETURN  
REC  
ON SCREEN  
PLAY  
8 (Pause)  
3(Play)  
STOP  
PAUSE  
STOP  
PAUSE  
÷
(REC)  
7(Stop)  
1(Search)  
¡ (Search)  
STEREO LISTEN MODE SLEEP  
MUTE  
STEREO LISTEN MODE SLEEP  
MUTE  
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Basic remote control operations for other components  
Satellite operation keys  
Cable operation keys  
POWER  
POWER  
SOURCE  
SOURCE  
SOURCE  
SOURCE  
INPUT SERECTOR  
VIDEO VIDEO  
INPUT SERECTOR  
VIDEO VIDEO  
DVD/CD  
TV  
1
2
FRONT AUX  
DVD/CD  
TV  
1
2
FRONT AUX  
TV INPUT  
TV VOLUME  
TV INPUT  
TV VOLUME  
+
+
-
3
6
9
-
3
6
9
TV  
ACTIVE EQ.  
SOUND  
SET UP  
SW  
TV  
ACTIVE EQ.  
SOUND  
SET UP  
SW  
1
4
7
2
5
8
1
4
7
2
5
8
Numeric keys  
CHANNEL  
Numeric keys  
CHANNEL  
+1O  
0
+1OO  
REAR  
+1O  
0
+1OO  
REAR  
FRONT  
CENTER  
FRONT  
CENTER  
+
+
CHANNEL  
TRIM  
VOLUME  
CHANNEL  
TRIM  
VOLUME  
(+/-)  
(+/-)  
-
-
TOP MENU  
MENU  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
ENTER  
RETURN  
REC  
ON SCREEN  
PLAY  
RETURN  
REC  
ON SCREEN  
PLAY  
STOP  
PAUSE  
STOP  
PAUSE  
STEREO LISTEN MODE SLEEP  
MUTE  
STEREO LISTEN MODE SLEEP  
MUTE  
DVD player operation keys  
POWER  
SOURCE  
SOURCE  
INPUT SERECTOR  
VIDEO VIDEO  
DVD/CD  
TV  
1
2
FRONT AUX  
TV INPUT  
TV VOLUME  
+
-
3
6
9
TV  
ACTIVE EQ.  
SOUND  
SET UP  
SW  
1
4
7
2
5
8
Numeric keys  
(Select tracks)  
+1O  
0
+1OO  
REAR  
FRONT  
CENTER  
+
CHANNEL  
TRIM  
VOLUME  
-
TOP MENU  
MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
5¥∞¥3¥2(Cursor)  
ENTER  
RETURN  
REC  
ON SCREEN  
PLAY  
RETURN  
8 (Pause)  
STOP  
PAUSE  
3(Play)  
4¥¢  
(Skip up/down)  
7(Stop)  
1¥¡ (Search)  
STEREO LISTEN MODE SLEEP  
MUTE  
Notes  
1. Certain codes may only operate some of the function available on a given model.  
2. The above show the typical type functions available for each component. Some manufacturers use different key combinations to perform similar  
functions. For that reason, we have programmed extra functions on some of the unused number keys to help you control your equipment.  
33 EN  
In case of difficulty  
Resetting the Microcomputer  
The m icrocom puter m ay m alfunction (unit cannot be operated, or  
show s an erroneous display) if the pow er cord is unplugged w hile  
the pow er is ON, or due to som e other external factor. If this  
h a p p e n s , e xe cu t e t h e fo llo w in g p ro ce d u re t o re s e t t h e  
m icro co m p u t e r a n d re t u rn t h e u n it t o it s n o rm a l o p e ra t in g  
condition.  
Unplugg the pow er cord after turn the POWER key OFF.  
Then, w hile holding dow n the POWER key, plug the pow er  
cord.  
• Please note that resetting the microcomputer will clear the contents  
of the memory and returns the unit to the state it was in when it left  
the factory.  
Amplifier  
Sym ptom  
Cause  
Rem edy  
No sound from the speakers.  
• The speaker cords are disconnected.  
Co n n e c t t h e m p ro p e rly re fe rrin g t o  
Connecting the speakers” !@  
VOLUME is set to the minimum position.  
• MUTE is ON.  
• Adjust the volume to a proper level.  
• Turn OFF the MUTE.  
(
The standby indicator blinks and sound is • Speaker cords are short-circuited.  
not output.  
• Turn the pow e r off, e lim inate the s hort-  
circuiting, then turn on the power again.  
Sound is not output from one of the speakers. • The speaker cord is disconnected.  
• Connect it properly referring to Connecting  
the speakers”.  
!@  
S o u n d is n o t o u t p u t fro m t h e s u rro u n d • The surround speaker cords and/or the center • Connect it properly referring to Connecting  
speakers and / or the center speaker, or their  
sound is very sm all.  
speaker cord is disconnected.  
the speakers”.  
• Select a surround mode.  
• Adjust the speaker levels using the test tone.  
^
!@  
• A surround mode has not been engaged.  
• The surround and/or center volume controls  
are set to the minimum level.  
When playing a Dolby Digital source signal  
using a DVD player, the sound is cut off soon  
after it starts.  
The re are m any pos s ible caus e s for this  
problem, depending on the type of DVD player  
used.  
• Set the input mode to digital manual before  
starting playback of the Dolby Digital source.  
9
No sound is produced during playback from • The input mode is set to digital manual.  
• Press the INPUT MODE key to select to full  
a DVD player.  
auto mode.  
9
Remote control unit  
Sym ptom  
Cause  
Rem edy  
Certain inputs cannot be selected using the  
rem ote control.  
• No setup codes registered for the respective  
input(s).  
• Register a setup code at the respective input(s).  
§
Rem ote control operation is not possible.  
• The remote control is set to a different operation • Press any of the INPUT SELECTOR keys to  
mode.  
select the appropriate operation mode.  
• Replace with new batteries.  
• Batteries are exhausted.  
• The remote control unit is too far away from  
the main system, controlling angle is too large,  
or there is an obstacle between the amplifier  
and the remote.  
• Operate the remote control unit within the  
controllable range.  
$
• No tape or CD is place d in the s ource  
component.  
• Place the tape or CD in the source component  
which you want to play.  
• An attempt is made to play a tape which is  
being recorded in the cassette deck.  
• Wait until recording has completed.  
34 EN  
Specifications  
KAF-S500  
[CENTER SPEAKER]  
AUDIO section  
Type .............................................................. Acoustic Air Suspension  
Magnetically shielded ................................................ J EITA standard  
Tw eeter ................................................................ 2.5 cm (1") x 1 Dom e  
Woofer ..................................................................... 5 cm (2") x 2 Cone  
Im pedance ........................................................................................ 8  
Frequency Response ............................................ 130 Hz ~ 40,000 Hz  
Sensitivity .................................................................................... 80 dB  
Crossover Frequency .................................................................. 8 kHz  
Rated Input Pow er ....................................................................... 25 W  
Max. Input Pow er ......................................................................... 50 W  
Dim ensions(w ith Grille) .................................. W : 210 m m (8-1/ 4")  
H : 77 m m (3-1/ 16")  
Rated pow er output during STEREO operation  
50 w atts per channel m inim um RMS, both channels driven,  
at 6 from 20Hz to 18kHz w ith no m ore than10% total  
harm onic distortion.  
Rated pow er output during SURROUND operation  
FRONT (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D. at 6 ) ........................ 50 W + 50 W  
CENTER (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D. at 6 )................................... 50 W  
SURROUND (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D. at 6 ) ................ 50 W + 50 W  
SUBWOOFER / BACK SURROUND (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D. at 6 )  
................................................................................................. 50W  
Input sensitivity / im pedance  
D : 114 m m (4-1/ 2")  
Weight (Net) ................................................................. 0.9 kg (2.0 lb)  
(DVD/ CD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, FRONT AUX) ... 270 m V / 200 kΩ  
[SURROUND SPEAKERS]  
DIGITAL AUDIO section  
Type .............................................................. Acoustic Air Suspension  
Magnetically shielded ................................................ J EITA standard  
Full Range ................................................................ 5 cm (2") x 1 Cone  
Im pedance ........................................................................................ 8 Ω  
Frequency Response ............................................ 140 Hz ~ 20,000 Hz  
Sensitivity .................................................................................... 78 dB  
Rated Input Pow er ....................................................................... 25 W  
Max. Input Pow er ......................................................................... 50 W  
Dim ensions(w ith Grille) .................................. W : 77 m m (3-1/ 16")  
Sam pling frequency ...................... 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz  
Input level / w ave length  
Optical ........................... (–15 dBm ~ –24 dBm ), 660 nm ±30 nm  
GENERAL  
Pow er consum ption .................................................................... 90 W  
Standby Pow er consum ption .................................................... 1.5 W  
Dim ensions ................................................... W : 220 m m (8-11/ 16")  
H
D
: 140 m m (5-1/ 2")  
: 114 m m (4-1/ 2")  
H
D
:
78 m m (3-1/ 16")  
: 329 m m (12-15/ 16")  
Weight (Net) ...................................................... 0.6 kg (1.3 lb)/ piece  
Weight (Net) ................................................................. 3.0 kg (6.6 lb)  
[SUBWOOFER SPEAKER]  
Type .............................................................................. Bass Reflection  
Magnetically shielded ................................................ J EITA standard  
Woofer ............................................................ 16 cm (6-1/ 2") x 1 Cone  
Im pedance ........................................................................................ 8 Ω  
Frequency Response ................................................... 43 Hz ~ 150 Hz  
Sensitivity .................................................................................... 82 dB  
Rated Input Pow er ....................................................................... 25 W  
Max. Input Pow er ......................................................................... 50 W  
Dim ensions(w ith Grille) ............................. W : 220 m m (8-11/ 16")  
KSW-S500  
[FRONT SPEAKERS]  
Type .............................................................. Acoustic Air Suspension  
Magnetically shielded ................................................ J EITA standard  
Tw eeter ................................................................ 2.5 cm (1") x 1 Dom e  
Woofer ..................................................................... 5 cm (2") x 1 Cone  
Im pedance ........................................................................................ 8 Ω  
Frequency Response ............................................ 140 Hz ~ 40,000 Hz  
Sensitivity .................................................................................... 78 dB  
Crossover Frequency .................................................................. 8 kHz  
Rated Input Pow er ....................................................................... 25 W  
Max. Input Pow er ......................................................................... 50 W  
Dim ensions(w ith Grille) .................................. W : 77 m m (3-1/ 16")  
H : 140 m m (5-1/ 2")  
H
D
: 300 m m (11-13/ 16")  
: 287 m m (11-5/ 16")  
Weight (Net) .............................................................. 4.9 kg (10.8 lb)  
D : 114 m m (4-1/ 2")  
Weight (Net) ...................................................... 0.6 kg (1.3 lb)/ piece  
Memory back up function  
Please note that the following items will be deleted from the units  
memory if the power cord is disconnected from the AC outlet for  
approximately 1 day.  
• Input selector settings.  
Volume level.  
• TONE ON/OFF.  
• Speaker setting.  
• Distance settings.  
• Each channel’s level.  
• BASS, TREBLE, INPUT level.  
• Listen mode setting.  
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).  
35 EN  
For your records  
Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces  
designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer  
to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for  
information or service on this product.  
Model__________________ Serial Number________________________  
36 EN  

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