Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product VRS-N8100 Kenwood
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AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER VRS - N8100 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORA TION About the supplied remote control Compared to standard remote controls, the remote control supplied with this receiver has several operation modes. These modes enable the remote control to control other audio/video components.
2 EN Preparations Before applying power Units are designed for operation as follows. Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. U.S.A. and Canada ........................................... AC 120 V only Australia ...................
3 EN Preparations Before applying power How to use this manual This manual is divided into five sections, Preparations, Receiver Opera- tions, Network Operations, Remote Control, and Additional Information. Preparations Shows you how to connect your audio and video components to the receiver and prepare the surround processor.
4 EN Preparations Before applying power 7 Video data (MOVIE file) [Max. file size 2GB] Playable files with this unit Some files may be unable to be played correctly on this unit depending on the conditions of data, connection environment and the PC in use.
5 EN Preparations Ambience effects .................................. 38 Surround modes ........................... 38 Virtual modes ............................... 40 Surround play ............................... 41 Convenient functions .............
6 EN Preparations 1 POWER ON/STANDBY key Use to turn the power ON/STANDBY. (For the U.S.A. and Canada) )§ ON/STANDBY key Use to turn the power ON/STANDBY. (For Europe and Australia) )§ STANDBY indicator Lights when the power is in the standby mode. 2 DUAL SOURCE VOLUME 5 / ∞ keys Use to adjust the volume in the DUAL SOURCE mode.
7 EN Preparations Continued to next page 5 Home key Use to perform the network server operations. TP +100 key Use to operate other components. „ TV Mute key Use to temporarily mute the TV sound. „ 6 Music key Use to perform the network server operations.
8 EN Preparations Names and functions of parts 0 ¢ / 4 keys Use to perform the network server operations. UŒ Use to operate the CD, DVD or MD component. „ CH +/- keys Use to select the channels. „ ! Mute key Use to temporarily mute the sound. ¤ Sound key Use to adjust the sound quality and the ambience effects.
9 EN Preparations Input mode settings DVD , VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , AUX and GAME inputs each include jacks for digital audio input and analog audio input. The initial factory settings for audio signal playback for DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, AUX and GAME are full auto.
10 EN Preparations Setting up the system Connecting Ethernet cable Connecting wireless LAN ETHERNET ETHERNET Modem PC: Windows XP Professional SP1, Windows XP Home Edition SP1, Windows 2000 Professional SP4 or after.
11 EN Preparations OUTPUT COMPONENT VIDEO Y C B C R (ASSIGNABLE) (ASSIGNABLE) INPUT COMPONENT DIGIT AL IN IN 2 IN 1 Y C B C R VIDEO ( VIDEO 2 ) ( DVD ) COAX 2 (VIDEO 2) COAX 1 (DVD) OPT 1 (VIDEO 1) OP.
12 EN Preparations Setting up the system MONITOR OUT VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 P L A Y I N REC OUT P L AY I N VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 P L A Y I N REC OUT P L AY I N VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO .
13 EN Preparations Setting up the system Connecting video components (S VIDEO) Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video compo- nents with S VIDEO IN/OUT jacks. ¶ If you use the S VIDEO jacks to connect your video playback components, be sure to use the S VIDEO jacks when con- necting your monitor and video recording components.
14 EN Preparations SPEAKERS (6 - 8 Ω ) R L FRONT CENTER SURR R SURR BACK /SW SURR L Setting up the system Front Speakers Surround Speakers Be sure to connect both surround speakers. Surround Back Speaker When the surround back speaker is connected to these terminals, set the speaker setting to " BS/ SW Amp Back Surr.
15 EN Preparations Speaker placement Front speakers : Place the left and right speakers at each side of your TV. Angle the speakers towards the listening area to enhance the stereo effect. Center speaker : Place the center speaker on the center between the front left and right speakers.
16 EN Preparations Setting up the system PRE OUT jacks connections SUB WOOFER SURROUND BACK RL PRE OUT ¶ Connecting a speaker cord directly to a PRE OUT jack will not produce any sound from the speaker.
17 EN Preparations ANTENNA AM GND FM 75 Ω Setting up the system Connecting the antennas AM loop antenna The supplied loop antenna is for use indoors. Place it as far as possible from the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and power cord, and adjust the direction for best reception.
18 EN Preparations Let ’ s play DVD video software Let ’ s play DVD video software STEP 1 Connect the speakers, TV and DVD to the receiver Connection of TV monitor: 1 Component video connection 2 .
19 EN Preparations Let ’ s play DVD video software 1 Press to select "DVD". 2 Start playback of the DVD player. For the operation, also refer to the instruction manual for your DVD player. ÷ You can select various listen modes to enjoy surround playback of various kinds of video software.
20 EN Preparations Example: Setting with the “ NET SERVER ” input 1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or the Network Server key) to select “ NET SERVER ” . When performing the speaker setup by selecting the “ TUNER ” , “ DVD ” , “ VIDEO1 ” , “ VIDEO2 ” , “ GAME ” or “ F.
21 EN Preparations 5 Select a speaker system. 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL % / fi (or the Multi % / fi keys) to select the appropriate subwoofer setting. Speaker Setup Custom R RS L SW BS LS C Subwoofer On R S E P C E S E A U I K B V E W E R O O R O N F S S E E E R T T U U P P 1 “ Subwoofer On ” : When a subwoofer is connected.
22 EN Preparations 2 “ Front Normal ” : Average size front speakers are connected to the re- ceiver. ÷ When the subwoofer setting is “ Subwoofer On ” , front speakers setting is “ Front Lar.
23 EN Preparations 6 Adjust the speaker volume level. Speaker Level From your usual listening position, adjust the volume levels. The volume levels from each speaker should be the same. ÷ In this step 6 , only the speaker channels that have been set and require the volume level adjustment are displayed.
24 EN Preparations 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the Multi @ / # keys) to select “ Speaker Distance ” on setup displays, and press the ENTER (or the Enter key). 2 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the Multi @ / # key) to select the unit and press the ENTER (or the Enter key).
25 EN Preparations Re-assignment of rear panel jacks Assignment The assignment of the input selector positions to the digital audio and component video input jacks can be changed as desired. Perform the operations in “ Preparation ” in “ Speaker settings ” and its procedure steps 1 to 3 .
26 EN Preparations Network settings This unit can be connected to a PC through a LAN circuit. It is required to set up the network before connecting this unit to the PC. 1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or the Network Server key) to select “ NET SERVER ” .
27 EN Preparations “ Main ” Setting The settings available in this menu includes the setting of the language of the OSD menu, setting of the video format used when this unit outputs the video or photo data in PC that has been input through the network, setting of the screen saver, setting of the black level, and updating of the firmware.
28 EN Preparations "Black Level Setup ” Setting: This setting item is used to set the black level. Main IP NET LINK 7.5 IRE 0 IRE Menu Language Video Out Screen Saver Black Level Setup Fifmware Update Back Back Back Network Setup 1 " 7.5 IRE ": Standard black level for the USA and Canada.
29 EN Preparations “ IP ” Setting The default setups are as follows. " Obtaining Address " Setting: " Auto " " IP Address " Setting: " 192.
30 EN Receiver Operations Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback. Turning on the receiver 1 Turn on the power to the related components. 2 Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON/STANDBY or the ON/STANDBY key (or the POWER RCVR key).
31 EN Receiver Operations Listening with headphones PHONES DUAL SOURCE VOLUME 5 / ∞ DUAL SOURCE INPUT DUAL SOURCE ON/OFF VOLUME CONTROL 1 Connect headphones to the PHONES jack. 2 Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob (or the VOL +/ – keys) to adjust the volume.
32 EN Receiver Operations Normal playback ACTIVE EQ mode You can enjoy a more impressive sound effect when ACTIVE EQ is turned ON. Press the Active EQ key for the following selections: 1 " ACTIVE EQ MUSIC " : (The " ACTIVE EQ " indicator lights up) Effective when listening to music.
33 EN Receiver Operations Recording Analog sources 1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or the input selector key) to select the source (other than "VIDEO 1") you want to record. 2 Put the component connected to the VIDEO 1 jacks to the record-pause mode.
34 EN Receiver Operations Listening to radio broadcasts AUTO/MONO BAND INPUT SELECTOR MUL TI CONTROL % / fi Auto 7 Tune – 1 / + ¡ Band RCV Mode TUNER ENTER Multi % / fi T uning (non-RDS) radio stations The receiver can store up to 40 stations in the memory and recall them by one-touch operation.
35 EN Receiver Operations Listening to radio broadcasts Receiving preset stations TUNER INPUT SELECTOR 1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or the TUNER key) to select tune as the source. 2 Enter the number of the preset station you want to receive (up to "40").
36 EN Receiver Operations Using the RDS Disp. (Display) key TUNER RDS Disp. Pressing the RDS Disp. key changes the contents of the display. Each press switches the display mode as follows : 1 PS (Prog.
37 EN Receiver Operations 1 Press the PTY key to activate the PTY search mode. P T Y SE L EC N T ew V s O L -75d B When an RDS broadcast is received, the program type is shown on the display. If no PTY data is available, or if the station is not an RDS station, " None " is displayed.
38 EN Receiver Operations Ambience effects This receiver is equipped with listening modes that allow you to enjoy an enhanced sonic ambience with a variety of video sources. In order to obtain the optimum effect from the surround modes, make sure to input the proper speaker settings beforehand.
39 EN Receiver Operations Ambience effects DTS-ES The DTS-ES (Digital Theater System-Extended Surround) represents 6.1-channel Discrete Surround format, expanding upon 5.1 surround. DTS-ES format is a 6.1 channel sound system for movie theaters that includes an additional surround center channel matrixed within sur- round left and surround right.
40 EN Receiver Operations “ DTS ” , “ DTS-ES Extended Surround ” , “ Neo:6 ” and “ DTS 96/24 ” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “ Dolby ” , “ Pro Logic ” , “ Surround EX ” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
41 EN Receiver Operations Ambience effects Input Mode INPUT SELECTOR Listen Mode 5 / ∞ LISTEN MODE Preparations ÷ Turn ON related components. ÷ Complete " Preparing for playback " (speaker settings) . ) ÷ Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or Input Selector keys) to select the component you wish to play back with surround sound.
42 EN Receiver Operations Ambience effects Switching the listen mode temporarily to the stereo mode Press the Stereo key to switch the current listen mode temporarily to the Stereo mode.
43 EN Receiver Operations LISTEN MODE Stereo Listen Mode 5 / ∞ Multi % / fi / @ / # Enter ENTER Dimmer Sound Sleep RCV Mode MULTI CONTROL % / fi / @ / # 1 Press the RCV Mode key on the remote control unit to set it to the receiver control mode. 2 Press the Sound key.
44 EN Receiver Operations Convenient functions Switching between main audio and sub audio (DOLBY DIGITAL mode only) When listening to audio multiplex broadcasting such as two-language satellite digital broadcasting, the main and sub audio can be switched over.
45 EN Receiver Operations Convenient functions Center Image mode (Only when the input signal is a 2-channel signal in the DTS NEO:6 MUSIC mode.) In the CENTER IMAGE setting mode of the NEO:6 MUSIC listen mode, it is possible to enhance the center channel audio by adjusting the center signal component.
46 EN Network Operations By installing the application KENWOOD PC SERVER in a PC, the data stored in the PC can be imported in the libraries for listening to or viewing music, movie and photographic data in the PC on the libraries. It is first necessary to connect the PC to this unit and set it up.
47 EN Network Operations Uninstalling KENWOOD PC SERVER When the software is no longer necessary, the software program can be removed by executing uninstallation. Be sure to exit from the software before proceeding to its uninstallation. For the uninstallation, log on using the user name with the Admi- nistrator authority.
48 EN Network Operations Double-click on shortcut icon on the desktop to launch the KENWOOD PC SERVER. Do not attempt to launch KENWOOD PC SERVER more than once. Names and functions of window components 1 Folder window: Displays the contents of the PC ’ s hard disk drive in the directory tree format.
49 EN Network Operations When MUSIC files or PHOTO files are imported as “ Temporary ” : Only the files stored in the folders in the highest layer below the specified folders are imported. (The files located in folders below the folders in the highest layer cannot be played back.
50 EN Network Operations ÷ It is also possible to select multiple contents and drag & drop them together. 4 In the menu bar, select [File] [Save] and then click on [OK].
51 EN Network Operations Operation of import by selecting a folder: When a genre box is selected in the library box (field on the bottom left), a new album box is created and the contents in the folder selected in the library list window (field on the top right) are imported in the album box.
52 EN Network Operations Importing contents in the [PHOTO LIBRARY] Click on the [PHOTO] tag to select the [PHOTO LIBRARY]. 1 Select the genre box or album box for the contents to be imported. The library box displays the genre boxes for the [ PHOTO LIBRARY], such as [ 2004 ], [ Family ] and [ MyPicture ] boxes.
53 EN Network Operations Linking BGM (BackGround Music) for SLIDE SHOW Contents in the [MUSIC LIBRARY] can be linked to the contents in the [PHOTO LIBRARY]. When the photo images are played in slide show on this unit, the linked music files are played with the photo images as their background music.
54 EN Network Operations Network Server Home Music Movie Photo INPUT SELECTOR Multi % / fi / @ / # Enter Page 5 / ∞ MUL TI CONTROL % / fi / @ / # ON/STANDBY POWER ON/STANDBY PO WER RCVR ENTER Preparation 1 Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON/STANDBY (For U.
55 EN Network Operations 3 Select the contents to be played in the library display. The library display for the library selected in step 2 is displayed. When the "MOVIE LIBRARY" has been selected : 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL % / fi / @ / # (or the Multi % / fi / @ / # keys) to select the genre icon.
56 EN Network Operations 3 Use the MULTI CONTROL % / fi / @ / # (or the Multi % / fi / @ / # keys) to select the contents icon, and press the ENTER (or the Enter key). (The same operation is also available by selecting a con- tents icon and pressing the 6 key.
57 EN Network Operations Playback of Network Server Switching the playback modes MO VIE MUSIC The playback modes can be switched on the playback display. However, some playback modes may be unavailable depending on the played content. Press the P.MODE key during playback or pause.
58 EN Network Operations Playback of Network Server Switching the video outputs MO VIE MUSIC PH OTO If the video format used by the content does not match that used by the TV monitor, the output of the content may be abnormal. To obtain a normal video output, switch the video output of this unit.
59 EN Network Operations Playback of Memory Card Home Photo INPUT SELECTOR Multi % / fi / @ / # ENTER Page 5 / ∞ Enter MUL TI CONTROL % / fi / @ / # Memory Card ON/STANDBY POWER ON/STANDBY POWER RCVR Preparation 1 Turn OFF (STANDBY) the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON/STANDBY (For U.
60 EN Network Operations 3 Select the contents to be played in the “ PHOTO FOLDER ” display. The hierarchy of data recorded in the memory card is displayed. 1 Press MULTI CONTROL % / fi / @ / # (or the Multi % / fi / @ / # keys) to select a folder or photo image file.
61 EN Network Operations Playback of Memory card Zoom-up playback Photo contents can be zoomed up when they are played. Press the Zoom key during playback of a photo content to magnify the image. Press the key for the following selects. x 1.25 = x 1.5 = x 1.
62 EN Remote Control Basic remote control operations for other components The remote control supplied with this receiver is also capable of controlling components from a variety of manufacturers once you register the appropriate setup codes into the remote control unit.
63 EN Remote Control Checking the codes The 4-digit setup codes registered in the input selector keys can be checked as follows. 1 Press the input selector key in which the setup code of the desired component is registered. 2 Press and hold the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice, then release the Remote Setup key.
64 EN Remote Control Basic remote control operations for other components ABC 0003, 0008, 0014 Americast 0899 Bell & Howell 0014 Bell South 0899 Clearmaster 0883 ClearMax 0883 Coolmax 0883 Directo.
65 EN Remote Control Admiral 0093, 0463 Aiko 0092 Aiwa 1914 Akai 0812, 0702, 0030, 0672 Albatron 0843 America Action 0180 Ampro 0751 Anam 0180 AOC 0030 Apex Digital 0748, 0765, 1943 Audiovox 0451, 018.
66 EN Remote Control Sheng Chia 0093 Sony 0000, 0834, 1925 Soundesign 0180, 0178 Squareview 0171 SSS 0180 Starlite 0180 Supreme 0000 SVA 0748 Sylvania 0054, 0030, 0171, 1944, 1931 Symphonic 0180, 0171.
67 EN Remote Control Kenwood 0067 Kodak 0035, 0037 LXI 0037 Magnavox 0035, 0039, 0081 Magnin 0240 Marantz 0035, 0081 Marta 0037 Matsushita 0035, 0162 MEI 0035 Memorex 0035, 0162, 0037, 0048, 0039, 004.
68 EN Remote Control Maker Setup codes DVD player (Continued) Qwestar 0651 RCA 0522, 0571, 0717, 0822 Rio 0869 Rotel 0623 Saitek 0731 Samsung 0490, 0573, 1075, 0820 Sanyo 0670, 0873 Sharp 0630 Shinson.
69 EN Remote Control Even when a component is manufactured by a maker listed in the setup code chart, it may be unable to be registered depending on the model and year of production.
70 EN Remote Control Maker Setup codes Satellite Receivers (Continued) JVC 0571, 0775 Kathrein 0173, 0200, 1057, 0658, 1221, 0123, 0249, 1058 Kreiselmeyer 0173 Labgear 1296 Logix 1017 Lorenzen 0299 Lu.
71 EN Remote Control Maker Setup codes TV (Continued) Centurion 0037 Century 0087 Cimline 0009 Clarivox 0037 Clatronic 0370 Condor 0370, 0320 Conrac 0808 Contec 0036, 0009, 0216 Crosley 0087 Crown 003.
72 EN Remote Control Memphis 0337 Metronic 0625 Metz 0275, 0746, 0087, 0447, 0367 MGA 1907 Micromaxx 0808 Microstar 0808 Minerva 0487, 0070 Minoka 0412 Mirror 1900 Mitsubishi 0036, 0108, 0087, 0512 Mi.
73 EN Remote Control Tensai 0218, 0320 Texet 0218, 0216 Thomson 0625, 0560, 0349, 0109 Thorn 0037, 0361, 0190, 0499, 0035, 0104, 0072, 0193, 0512 Tomashi 0282 Toshiba 0036, 0618, 0508, 0035, 1508, 007.
74 EN Remote Control Maker Setup codes VCR (Continued) Logik 0240 Luxor 0048, 0043, 0106, 0046 M Electronic 0000 Manesth 0045 Marantz 0081, 0146 Matsui 0348 Medion 0348 Memorex 0037, 0000, 0046 Metron.
75 EN Remote Control Maker Setup codes DVD player (Continued) Lenco 0774 Lenoxx 0819 LG 0741, 0591 Limit 0768 Logix 0783 Mebeteck 0562 Mediencom 0746 Metronic 0690 MiCO 0723 Minato 0752 Minowa 0712 Mi.
76 EN Remote Control Basic remote control operations for other components S R C P o w e r T V P o w e r 5 6 8 9 4 3 2 1 0 7 Video Out Tune – Tune + Band Setup Last/P.Mode Top Menu Auto Info Listen Mode Return Sound Mute TV VOL 4 ¢ VOL + – CH + – Menu Sleep Disc Skip Input Sel.
77 EN Remote Control Basic remote control operations for other components S R C P o w e r T V P o w e r 5 6 8 9 4 3 2 1 0 7 Video Out Tune – Tune + Band Setup Last/P.Mode Top Menu Auto Info Listen Mode Return Sound Mute TV VOL 4 ¢ VOL + – CH + – Menu Sleep Disc Skip Input Sel.
78 EN Additional Information In case of difficulty Resetting the Microcomputer The microcomputer may malfunction (unit cannot be operated, or shows an erroneous display) if the power cord is unplugged while the power is ON, or due to some other external factor.
79 EN Additional Information In case of difficulty Amplifier Symptom Remedy No sound from the speakers. Sound is not output from the speaker, or their sound is very small. The standby indicator blinks and sound is not output. The audio and video of a different channel are output.
80 EN Additional Information In case of difficulty ÷ Register its setup code correctly. „ ÷ Press the input selector key and select the optimum control mode. ÷ Replace with new batteries. ÷ Point the remote control unit to the remote sensor of the receiver.
81 EN Additional Information Specifications (For U.S.A. and Canada) AUDIO section Rated power output during STEREO operation Effective power output during STEREO operation ... 130 W + 130 W (1 kHz, 10% T.H.D. at 6 Ω ) Effective power output during SURROUND operation FRONT .
82 EN Additional Information Specifications (For Europe and Australia) AUDIO section For Europe Rated power output during STEREO operation ...... 100 W + 100 W DIN/IEC (20 Hz ~ 20 kHz, 0.7% T.H.D. at 6 Ω ) Effective power output during STEREO operation .
83 EN Additional Information Firmware Update IMPORTANT : Be sure to update the KENWOOD PC SERVER sofware to the latest version before updating the Firmware.
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.
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