Kenwood Dvt 8300 Instruction Manual

							DVT-6300
DVT-7300
DVT-8300
DVD HOME THEATER SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
B60-5476-08 00  (K/P/E/X)  OC  04/02
This instruction manual is for some models. Model availability and features
(functions) may differ depending on the country and sales area.
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CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE,
IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE
TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) IN-
STRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
Units are designed for operation as follows.
Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Before applying power
Introduction
 Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
The marking of products using lasers
(For countries other than U.S.A. and Canada)
 Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
U.S.A. and Canada........................................................ AC 120 V only
Europe and U.K............................................................. AC 230 V only
Australia........................................................................ AC 240 V only
The marking this product has been classified as Class 1. It
means that there is no danger of hazardous radiation outside
the product.
Location: Back panel
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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DVR-6300 (EN/K,P,E,X)Unpacking
Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all the accessories are present.
If any accessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If the unit
was shipped to you directly, notify your shipper immediately. Kenwood recommends that you retain the original
carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Accessories
Please confirm that the following accessories are present.
Video cord (Yellow) (1)
Introduction
FCC WARNING
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the
modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change
or modification is made.
NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications, if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following mea-
sures:
– – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
CAUTION:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radia-
tion exposure.
In compliance with Federal Regulations, the following are repro-
ductions of labels on, or inside the product relating to laser prod-
uct safety.
KENWOOD CORPORATION
2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO,
HACHIOJI-SHI,
TOKYO, JAPAN
KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT
CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS NO. 21 CFR
1040.10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.
Location: Back Panel
For the U.S.A.
For the U.S.A.
For Canada
NOTICE: This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
FM indoor antenna (1)
Loop antenna (1)
Remote control unit (1) Batteries
(R03/AAA) (2)Speaker cords (6) (For Europe) (For U.S.A., Canada and
Australia)
Note to CATV system installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers at-
tention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the build-
ing, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
For the U.S.A.
Accessories for speaker part
(For DVT-6300 and DVT-7300)
Length
For Front (2) 4.5 m (177-3/16)
For Center (1) 3 m (118-1/8)
For Rear (2) 8 m (314-15/16)
For Subwoofer (1) 4.5 m (177-3/16)
Cushion (15)
(Small : 11 pcs ✕ 1 sheet) (Big : 4 pcs ✕ 1 sheet)
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Special features and Contents
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Knowledge
Caution : Read the pages marked  carefully to ensure safe operation.
Operations
Introduction......................................................................................... 2
Before applying power................................................................... 2
Safety precautions........................................................................... 2
Contents............................................................................................... 4
Discs information.............................................................................. 5
Types of playable discs......................................................................... 5
Unplayable discs..................................................................................... 5
Icons on the DVD VIDEO discs............................................................. 5
Region Codes...................................................................................... 6
Region codes in the world.................................................................... 6
Video formats...................................................................................... 7
Important items.................................................................................. 8
Maintenance............................................................................................ 8
Reference.................................................................................................. 8
System Connections.......................................................................... 9
Loudspeakers........................................................................................... 9
AM loop antenna................................................................................... 10
FM antenna............................................................................................. 10
Connecting to a TV ................................................................................11
Connecting to a Satellite Tuner......................................................... 11
Connecting to Audio video equipments........................................... 12
Controls and indicators.................................................................. 13
Operation of remote control unit ..................................................14
Set Up functions............................................................................... 15
Preparation for Set Up ..........................................................................15
Set up menu............................................................................................ 15
Language................................................................................................. 16
TV Aspect................................................................................................ 16
LOCK (Parental Control)....................................................................... 16
Country Code.......................................................................................... 17
5.1 Speaker Setup.................................................................................. 17
Progressive Scan.................................................................................. 17
Others....................................................................................................... 18
 Hierarchical structure of VCD menus (P.B.C. function)............... 18
DVD menu language code list............................................................ 19
Country Code list................................................................................... 19
Setting up Listen mode................................................................... 20
What are Listen modes?...................................................................... 20
To set the LISTEN mode manually..................................................... 21
Speaker setting................................................................................ 22Before operation.............................................................................. 23
Lets put out some sound................................................................ 24
Basic use method.................................................................................. 24
Receiving broadcast station............................................................... 25
Storing the broadcast stations (one-by-one presetting).............. 26
Using RDS function ( for Europe only).............................................. 27
Playback of disc.............................................................................. 29
Basic play............................................................................................... 29
Disc playback features........................................................................ 30
Various playback functions........................................................... 32
Select Audio Language........................................................................ 32
Select the Audio channel.................................................................... 32
Select Subtitle Language.................................................................... 32
Using  Marker........................................................................................ 32
Select  Camera angle........................................................................... 33
Title Menu / Disc Menu....................................................................... 33
To use the Disc Menu........................................................................... 33
Repeat play............................................................................................. 34
A-B Repeat play..................................................................................... 34
Zoom function........................................................................................ 34
3D Surround............................................................................................ 35
Time Search............................................................................................ 35
Using the TV screen to start CD playback....................................... 35
Program play..................................................................................... 36
MP3 /WMA/JPEG media playback.............................................. 38
Guidance of MP3/WMA/JPEG............................................................ 38
Playing back MP3/WMA/JPEG files................................................. 39
Searching (only for MP3/WMA files)................................................ 40
Skipping files......................................................................................... 40
Repeat play (only for MP3/WMA files)............................................. 40
Change the Slide speed (only for JPEG files)................................. 40
To flip picture (only for JPEG files)................................................... 40
To rotate picture (only for JPEG files).............................................. 40
MP3 /WMA program playback........................................................... 41
Other function................................................................................... 42
In case of difficulty.......................................................................... 43
Specifications.................................................................................. 46
This document classifies the applications of each feature using the following marks.
: Description of a feature that can be used with DVD.
: Description of a feature that can be used with CD.
: Description of a feature that can be used with VCD.
Special features
Contents
♦Higher video quality than S-VHS video and LaserDisc 
♦Higher audio quality than music CD 
♦On screen Display (OSD) 
♦MP3, WMA and JPEG files playback
♦Dolby Digital, DTS Decoder built-in 
♦Dolby Pro Logic II Decoder built-in 
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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.
Types of playable discs
MP3 WMA media and JPEG picture CD those can be played back with this equipment (CD-R, CD-RW)°
÷ * This unit can play SVCDs, but some functions will not work.
÷ This unit can play back DVD-R and DVD-RW discs recorded in the DVD VIDEO format and DVD+R and DVD+RW
discs, but depending on the recording unit, the disc manufacturer, etc., playback sometimes may not be possible.
÷ This unit may also be incapable of playing certain CD-R/RW discs depending on their properties, recording conditions, etc.
Video + Audio
AudioContents
Played sides
Disc size
One side only One side only
Max. 20 min., digital Max. 80 min., digital
One or bothOne or both
Approx. 41 min.
(1 side, 1 layer)
Approx. 75 min.
(1 side, 2 layers)
Approx. 82 min.
(2 sides, 1 layer)
Approx. 150 min.
(2 sides, 2 layers)Approx. 133 min.
(1 side, 1 layer)
Approx. 242 min.
(1 side, 2 layers)
Approx. 266 min.
(2 sides, 1 layer)
Approx. 484 min.
(2 sides, 2 layers)
DVD VIDEO CD (CD-R, CD-RW)
Logo mark on disc
Playable Disc
8cm
12cm 8cm
Max. 20 min.
VCD (SVCD*)
One side only
12cm8cm
12cm
One side only
Max. 74 min.
(In case of an SVCD, the possible play-
back time becomes shorter.)
Indicates the region code where the disc can be played.
Number of voice languages recorded with the audio function. The number in the icon indicates the number of
voice languages. (Max. 8 languages)
Number of subtitle languages recorded with the subtitle function. The number in the icon indicates the number
of subtitle languages. (Max. 32 languages)
Number of angles provided by the angle function. The number in the icon indicates the number of angles. (Max.
9 angles)
Aspect ratios that can be selected. 4:3 Letter box stands for Letter Box and 4:3 Panscan for Pan/Scan.^
In the example on the left, the 16:9 video can be converted into letter box video.
Icon Description
Icons on the DVD VIDEO discs
Unplayable discs
This player cannot play back any of the following discs.
DVD AUDIO discs
DVD-ROM discs
DVD-RAM discs
SACD discs
CD-ROM discs (Except MP3, WMA  and JPEG discs [ ISO
9660 level 1] )
÷A DVD VIDEO disc with a region code which does not match this unit or without a region code. For details, see Region
Codes.9÷When the video format of a disc differs from that of the TV in use, the disc cannot be played normally. For details, see Video
Formats.0VSD discs
CDV discs (Only the audio part can be reproduced.)
CD-G/CD-EG/CD-EXTRA discs (Only the audio can be
reproduced.)
Photo CD discs (Never attempt to play them.)
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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 VIDEO discs, it can only play the DVD VIDEO discs carrying the region
codes matching the region code of the player.
The region code for this player is described on the rear panel of the player.
Region Codes
Region codes of the DVD VIDEO discs that can be played with this player
This player can play back a DVD VIDEO disc which carries the corresponding code to the region code of the player
shown in the table above, a marking containing the region code of the player or the ALL marking shown below.
Even when a DVD VIDEO disc does not carry any indication of the region code, it may sometimes unable to be played
on this player due to certain restrictions.
Region codes in the world
The DVD players are given a region code according to the country or area it is marketed, as shown in the follow-
ing map.
Professional use disc
(Air Line cabin service)
Restrictions due to difference between discs
Inhibition iconSome DVD and VCD discs can be played only in certain playback modes according to the inten-
tions of the software producers. As this player plays discs according to their intentions, some
functions may not work as intended by you. Please be sure to read the instructions provided
with each disc. When an inhibition icon is displayed on the TV screen connected to the player,
it indicates that the disc being played is under the restriction as described above.
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The TV picture display and disc signal systems can be
divided roughly into two TV formats (NTSC and PAL).
 They are variable depending on countries and areas.
Video formats
TV formats of major countries
TV Format
NTSC
PALMajor Countries & Areas
China, U.K., Germany, Australia, New
Zealand, Kuwait, Singapore, etc.
Japan, Taiwan, Korea, USA, Canada,
Mexico, Philippines, Chile, etc.
This unit has a function for changing the video format according to the TV type. Please confirm the type of your TV.
Check the video format of the TV  to be used
Checking the Video Format
When the video formats are different :
Try playing the disc. If the video formats of the disc and TV
do not match, the played video may be black and white or
become as shown below.
Top and bottom areas are dark.Top and bottom edges are not
displayed.
Picture turbulence due to sync
unmatching.
1Remove the disc from the unit, then close the tray.
2Press and hold the PAUSE key on the front panel
for more than 5 seconds to be able to select a TV
type (PAL, NTSC or AUTO).
To select TV Type (For Europe and Australia)
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Label side
Playing side
CleaningIf there are fingerprint marks or foreign matter
found on the disc, lightly wipe the disc with a
soft cotton cloth (or similar) from the center of
the disc outwards in a radial manner.
StorageWhen a disc is not to be played for a long pe-
riod of time, remove it from the player and
store it in its case.
HandlingHold the disc so that you do not touch the
playing surface.
Disc handling precautions
Disc accessories
Do not attach paper or tape to either the
playing side or the label side of the disc. Sticker
Sticky paste
Never play a cracked or warped disc
Important items
When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft,
dry cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these
agents may cause discoloration.
In regard to contact cleaner
Maintenance
Reference
Caution on condensation
Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the
following operations.
1.Set the POWER ON/OFF switch to the ON
without loading a disc.
2. Wait a few seconds and verify that the display
shown appears.
NO DISC
3. Set the POWER ON/OFF switch to OFF.
Maintenance of the unit
Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction.
Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil, for
they may deform the plastic component.
During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player. Therefore,
to avoid danger, never use a cracked or deformed disc or a disc repaired
with tape or adhesive agent. Please do not use discs which are not
round because they may cause malfunction.
The disc accessories (stabilizer, protection sheet, protection ring, etc.)
which are marketed for improving the sound quality or protecting discs
as well as the disc cleaner should not be used with this system because
they may cause malfunction.
Note related to transportation and movement
Condensation (of dew) may occur inside the unit when there is a great
difference in temperature between this unit and the outside. This unit
may not function properly if condensation occurs. In this case, leave
the unit for a few hours and restart the operation after the condensa-
tion has dried up.
Be specially cautious against condensation in the following circum-
stances:
When this unit is carried from one place to another across a large
difference in temperature, when the humidity in the room where
this unit is installed increases, etc.
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System Connections
Caution:
Do not plug in the power lead until all connec-
tions are completed.Make connections as shown below.
When connecting the related system components, refer also
to the instruction manuals of the related components.
CautionBe sure to adhere followings. Or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or
fire hazard.
÷Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation onto the top of unit.
÷Leave a space around the unit (from the largest outside dimension including pro-
jection) equal or greater than, shown below.
Top panel : 50 cm          Side panel : 10 cm           Back panel : 10 cmMalfunction of microcomputerIf operation is not possible or erroneous
display appears even though all connec-
tions have been made properly, reset the
microcomputer referring to “In case of
difficulty”.e
Loudspeakers
Front
speaker L Subwoofer
Rear
speaker L Front
speaker R
Rear
speaker R
Center speakerExcessive insertion of the cable
can cause defective contact.
Note Note
Speaker model name
Speaker system name
System model nameFront L, R, Center
SubwooferRemark
Rear L, R
DVT-6300 KSW-6300
DVT-7300 KSW-7300Refer to instruction manual  for speaker stand in speaker part.
DVT-8300 KS-908HT SW-18HT
Refer to each instruction manual for speaker system in speaker part.
RedPurpleWhite
GrayGreenBlue
Subwoofer
Attach four cushions to the base of the
subwoofer, one at each corner.
Attaching the cushions
(For DVT-6300 and DVT-7300)
Attach cushions to the base of the speaker as
shown below. The cushions prevent the
speaker from sliding, and dampen its vibra-
tions.
Front speakers,
Surround speakersCenter speaker
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10mm 10mm
AM loop antenna
FM antenna
AM loop antenna connection
The supplied antenna is
for indoor use. Place it as
far as possible from the
main system, TV set,
speaker cords and power
cord, and set it to a direc-
tion which provides the
best reception.
FM indoor antenna connection
The accessory antenna is for
temporary indoor use only.
For stable signal reception
we recommend using an out-
door antenna. Remove the
indoor antenna if you con-
nect one outdoors.1Connect to the antenna terminal.
2Locate the position providing good
reception condition.
3Fix the antenna.
FM outdoor antenna
(commercially available)Lead the 75 Ω coaxial
cable connected to the
FM outdoor antenna
into the room and con-
nect it to the FM 75 Ω
terminal.Black
System Connections
Example for some areas
(For U.S.A., Canada
and Australia)
(For Europe)
(For U.S.A., Canada
and Australia) (For Europe)
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