Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product XD-A950DV Kenwood
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XD-DV95 XD-DV85 XD-DV80 XD-DV75 XD-DV65 XD-DV55 XD-A950DV DVD COMP ACT HIFI SYSTEM INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION B60-5154-18 01 (K/Y/T/M/X) OC 01/03 DIGITAL VIDEO COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO COMPACT This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed above.
2 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SER VICEABLE P AR TS INSIDE, REFER SER- VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
3 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Unpacking Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost. Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately.
4 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Introduction In regard to demonstration When this unit is switched on for the first time or after the power cable has been disconnected for a long time, it will enter automatically into demonstration mode (only display).
5 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. IMPORT ANT SAFEGUARDS 6. Temperature – The appliance may not function properly if used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is above +5 ° C (41 ° F).
6 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 1 3 . 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.
7 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Contents Introduction ...................................................................... 2 Before applying power ..................................................................... 2 Safety precautions .
8 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Every player of this model has a certain region code assigned to it based on the country where the player is used. When the player is used to play back DVD discs, it can only play the DVD discs carrying the region codes matching the region code of the player.
9 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Major Countries & Areas Japan, Taiwan, Korea, U.S.A., Canada, Mexico, Philippines, Chile, etc. China, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Kuwait, Singapore, etc.
10 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Discs information The system using this unit does not only play music from CD but can also play the discs listed below to offer you high-quality entertainment of video of movies and live concerts. Video + Audio Audio Contents Played sides Disc size One side only One side only Max.
11 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Handling of discs and tapes Label side Playing side Cleaning If fingerprints or foreign matter become attached to the disc, lightly wipe the disc with a soft cotton cloth (or similar) from the center of the disc outwards in a radial manner .
12 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 System Connections Caution: Do not plug in the power lead until all connections are completed. Make connections as shown below . When connecting the related system components, refer also to the instruction manuals of the related components.
13 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 System Connections Connection of the front speakers L R L L R R VIDEO/AUX IN OUT FRONT SPEAKERS (6 Ω ) SPEAKERS S-VIDEO FM 75 Ω AM GND ANTENNA SUB WO.
14 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Connection of the surround speaker system Surround speaker (right) Surround speaker (left) Center speaker L R L L R R VIDEO/AUX IN OUT FRONT SPEAKERS (6 .
15 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 L R L R L R VIDEO/AUX IN FRONT SPEAKERS (6 Ω ) ON OFF SURROUND SPEAKERS (8 – 16 Ω ) SURROUND S-VIDEO FM 75 Ω AM GND ANTENNA VIDEO OUTPUT DIGITAL .
16 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Controls and indicators 1 STANDBY/TIMER indicator 2 POWER ON/STANDBY ( ) key ( 3 DVD/CD play/pause ( 6 6 6 6 6 ) key ¢ TUNER /BAND key · TAPE A play ( .
17 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Controls and indicators ) Cassette holder ( TAPE A ) e Press the area marked “ PUSH OPEN ” to load or eject a tape. ¡ Cassette holder ( TAPE B ) e Press the area marked “ PUSH OPEN ” to load or eject a tape.
18 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on the main unit have the same function as the keys on the main unit.
19 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 This unit incorporates a clock function. Be sure to adjust the correct time before using the timer function. The time is displayed only while the power is off. Switching the power ON. Press the SMART MENU key .
20 Preparations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Display the clock ÷ When the DISPLAY/DEMO key is pressed while the power is off, the present time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. REMOTE MAIN UNIT Select “ TIME 24H ” or “ TIME 12H ” , then press the SELECT key .
21 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Let's put out some sound Basic use method Selecting the desired input V olume adjustment 1 2 Muting the sound temporarily Listening through headphone .
22 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Changing the T one Let's put out some sound This unit is equipped with various preset equalizers and three custom equalizers, which can be preset freely , so that various sounds can be enjoyed. In addition, it has an EX-BASS function for bass correction.
23 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 T o set the CUSTOM EQ. 1 Press the SMART MENU key. REMOTE MAIN UNIT SMART MENU S.MENU 2 Select “ AUDIO OPTION ” , then press the SELECT key. SELECT M U L T I C O N T R O L / P . C A L L 4 ¢ 3 Select “ CUSTOM EQ 1 ” , then press the SELECT key.
24 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Playback of discs Open the tray and place a disc 1 2 ÷ The tray opens when the key is pressed and closes when the key is pressed again. DVD CD VCD T o pause playback ÷ Each press pauses and plays the disc alternately.
25 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD CD VCD Skipping tracks or chapters T o skip backward T o skip forward Playback from the desired track or chapter High-speed search in forward and rever.
26 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD CD VCD Repeat play DVD CD VCD A-B Repeat play Desired tracks or all discs can be played back repeatedly. ÷ All Disc – Repeat all discs. ÷ 1 Disc – Repeat the disc that is playing. ÷ Title – Repeat the title that is playing.
27 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 CD VCD Random play The tracks of the disc are played in random order. 1 During playback or stop mode, press RANDOM on the remote. Each time you press RANDOM on the re- mote, random play would be on and off.
28 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Program play (Using the On-screen display)(DVD/CD/VCD) Program Edit 1 During stop mode, press the SHIFT key on the remote, then press the DVD P G M key on the remote. 2 Select desired disc number, title, chapter or track by Press Cursor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys or numeric keys.
29 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Insert chapter or track 1 Press the SHIFT key on the remote, then press the DVD PGM key on the remote. Program edit display appears. 2 Select specific title/chapter or track to insert by Press Curso r up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys or numeric keys.
30 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 MP3 function Guidance of MP3 Media that can be played back with this equipment Usable media : CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW Usable format : ISO9660 level 1.
31 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 MP3 On-screen display When you insert MP3 media, the MP3 On-screen dis- play appears. MY SONG1 HALLOW-1 MEGADETH MADONNA RCY23MNN EXTREME CARMAN-1 IT AL Y .
32 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Selecting MP3 files or folders ÷ Playback will start from selected file. ÷ Files in the next folder will be played back when no files exsit in the selected folder. Selects the files to be played back directly.
33 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 MP3 program playback ÷ The selected file go to program window. 2 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select the file, then press the ENTER key. MP3 function You can listen to the desired files of the current MP3 disc in any desired order.
34 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Using the On-screen banner display The on-screen Banner Display contains many playback features. To see the Banner Display, press OSD key on the remote while a disc is playing. Use the Cursor (Up/Down/Left/Right) keys on the remote to move through the different features in the Banner Display.
35 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD Selecting a T itle DVD CD VCD Selecting a Chapter or T rack Some discs contain more than one title. For example, there might be four movies on one disc (each movie might be considered a title).
36 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD Changing the Audio Language I f the disc was created with different language tracks, you can use the Banner Display to temporarily change the DVD player ’ s Audio setting. You can change the Subtitle language while you ’ re watching a disc (but only if the disc was created with subtitles).
37 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD Changing the Camera angle CD VCD Using IntroScan function Using the ANGLE key on the remote Using the on-screen banner display 2 Press the Cursor left/right ( 2 / 3 ) keys until the ANGLE icon is high- lighted.
38 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD CD VCD Using Bookmarks Create the bookmark Recalling a bookmarked scene Clearing a bookmark 2 Press the Cursor left/right ( 2 / 3 ) keys until the BOOKMARK icon is highlighted. 3 Press the ENTER key. The bookmark menu appears 4 When you reach the scene you want to mark, press ENTER.
39 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Receiving broadcast station It is also possible to receive them by one-touch operations by storing up to 45 stations in the preset memory. ( ‚ ) When the BAND key is pressed, this unit will be switched on automatically.
40 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 1 2 3 Receiving broadcast station You can store up to 45 stations in the memory and recall with a single touch of the key.
41 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Receiving broadcast station Functions made possible with RDS PTY (Program Type Identification) Search : The tuner automatically searches for a station which is currently broadcasting a specified program type (genre).
42 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 RDS Program types News NEWS Current Affairs AFF AIRS Information INFO Sport SPORT Education EDUCA TE Drama DRAMA Culture CUL TURE Science SCIENCE V aried V.
43 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Playback of tapes Load a cassette tape 2 4 Select reverse mode 23 23 7 A A 1 Open the door. 2 Insert a tape 3 close the door. ÷ Remove tape slack before loading. ÷ Close the door securely. Press the area marked PUSH OPEN to load or eject a tape.
44 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Normal Recording (T APE B only) Select reverse mode 1 23 23 7 A 1 Open the door. Press the area marked PUSH OPEN to load or eject a tape 2 Insert a tape. 3 close the door. ÷ Remove tape slack before loading.
45 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 CD Direct Recording (T APE B only) 1 Preparation This unit can only use tape for the normal position (Type I ). Select reverse mode e Select tape transport direction, Then press the STOP ( 7 ) key . e 2 MAIN UNIT Press the SMART MENU (S.
46 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 CD Program Recording (T APE B only) 1 Preparation Select reverse mode e Select tape transport direction, then press the STOP ( 7 ) key .
47 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Tapes can be copied easily using the tape dubbing function. This unit can only use tape for the normal position (Type I ). 1 Select reverse mode e MAIN UNIT Press the SMART MENU (S. MENU) key . REVERSE MODE 2 REMOTE MAIN UNIT SMART MENU S.
48 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Menu playback Hierarchical structure of VCD menus (P .B.C.) First level (menu) Second level (submenu) Third level (scenes) Advancing When an item is selected on the menu screen with the 3 key or the numeric keys, advance is made to the next lower menu level.
49 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Enjoying karaoke singing (only XD-DV75/XD-DV65/XD-DV55 for some areas) Start playback Software with which this function is avail- able: DVD VCD CD Load a disc and Connect a microphone 1 2 2 1 Start playback 3 ÷ Press 6 key to start playback ÷ Adjust volume level of the microphone.
50 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Set Up functions Set up menu The initial setup of the player, which has been made at the factory, can be changed to the desired setup. 1 During stop mode, press MENU key on the remote. Audio / Subtitle : This sets the language to be used when playing a disc.
51 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD Select Audio Language DVD Select Subtitle Language 1 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select Audio on the set up menu display, then press the ENTER key. 2 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select specific Audio language, then press the ENTER key.
52 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD Select Menu Language DVD Select Rating (Parental Lock) 1 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select Menus on the set up menu display, then press the ENTER key.
53 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD Password Input password 1 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select Password on the set up menu display, then press the ENTER key. (Password menu appears.) 2 After select “ Set Password ” , press the ENTER key.
54 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Change password DVD Password (continued) 1 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select Passw o r d on the set up menu display, then press the ENTER key. (Enter Password menu appears.) 2 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys or numeric keys on the remote to enter password.
55 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Clear password DVD Password (continued) 1 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select Passw o r d on the set up menu display, then press the ENTER key. (Enter Password menu appears.) 2 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys or numeric keys on the remote to enter password.
56 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD Dynamic Range 1 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select Dynamic Range o n the set up menu dis- play, then press the ENTER key.
57 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Setting up surround mode What are surround modes? You can experience true home-theater sound with your new system. This system incorporates several listen modes to let you enjoy surround sound with a wide variety of program sources.
58 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 SPEAKER SELECT L R C SW SL SR Front speaker Front speaker Sub woofer (optional) Center speaker Surround speaker* Positioning the speakers 1 Press the MENU key. 2 Press Cur sor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys on the remote to select Speaker Setup menu, then press the ENTER key.
59 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 4 Press the cursor up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) key to select Large or small, then press the ENTER key 2 2 ∞ ∞ ENTER / Large icon Small icon 5 Press the cursor .
60 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 1 Press Cur sor keys to select center speaker ’ s delay time button on the Speaker Setup menu, then press the ENTER key.
61 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 1 Press up/down ( 5 / ∞ ) keys or cur- sor left/right ( 2 / 3 ) keys to select “ TEST ” on the Speaker Setup menu, then press the ENTER key.
62 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 T imer function Adjust the clock before setting the timer Sleep timer Sleep timer (SLEEP) : The unit is turned OFF automatically after the speci- fied period has elapsed. Timer playback: At the set ON time, the power is switched on and playback of the source set in advance starts.
63 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 T imer function 1 Switching the power ON. 2 Press the SMART MENU key. 3 Select “ CLOCK OPTION ” , then press the SELECT key. 4 Select “ TIMER PLAY ” , then press the SELECT key. The following items can be selected by pressing the MULTI CONTROL keys.
64 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 9 Select the preset station (only when tuner is selected above), then press the SELECT key Continued on next page... ÷ Load a recordable tape in TAPE B. e 0 As the timer setting contents will be displayed , press the ENTER key.
65 Operations XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 6 Select ON time. ÷ Enter the figure of hour, then press the SELECT key and enter the figure of minute. ÷ Press the SELECT key. 9 Select the preset station (only when tuner is selected above), then press the SELECT key.
66 Knowledge XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 DVD menu language code list Cord No. Language 6565 6566 6570 6577 6582 6583 6588 6590 6665 6669 6671 6672 6678 6679 6682 6765 6779 6783 6789 6865 6869 6890 .
67 Knowledge XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Important items Cleaning the head section Cleaning the heads and peripheral components For maintaining the best condition of the deck and for longer service life, always keep the heads (recording / playback / erase), capstan and pinch roller clean.
68 Knowledge XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 ÷ Connect properly referring to “ System con- nection ” . ÷ Switch MUTE OFF. ÷ Unplug the headphone plug. ÷ Connect properly referring to “ System con- nection ” . ÷ This is not malfunction. Press the DISPLAY/ DEMO key to cancel the demonstration.
69 Knowledge XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Remedy Cause Symptom ÷ Clean the head referring to “ Maintenance ” . ÷ Try another tape. ÷ Play a recorded tape. ÷ Close the holder completely. ÷ Insert a tape. ÷ Try another tape. ÷ Reverse the tape insertion orientation.
70 Knowledge XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 ÷ Load a disc and press the play ( 6 ) key. ÷ Turn the disc over and properly place it on the disc tray. ÷ Turn on the TV. ÷ Properly reconnect the connection cords. ÷ This is not a malfunction. ÷ Set the sound volume to an appropriate level.
71 Knowledge XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 ÷ A viewing restriction (Parental level) has been set for the disc. ÷ You have forgotten the viewing restriction (Parental) password. ÷ The DVD disc being played does not contain the recording of the selected voice or sub- title language.
72 Specifications XD-DV series (EN/K,M,T ,X,Y)/2 Specifications Main unit [ Amplifier section ] XD-DV95 [for Europe and U.K.] Rated output power during STEREO operation (DIN) 1 kHz, 0.7 % T .H.D. at 6 Ω ............................... 105 W + 105 W Effective output power during SURROUND operation Front (1 kHz, 10 % T .
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 . Re- fer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product.
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