Kenwood NV-701- Manuals

Page 2 - Preparation section; Before applying power; Units are designed for operation as follows.; For the United Kingdom; Safety precautions; WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS; CAUTION; The marking of products using lasers

2 Preparation section Before applying power Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. U.S.A. and Canada ............................................ AC 120 V onlyAustralia ............................................................. AC...

Page 3 - Contents; Setting the audio for connected; Remote operation of other components (NV-; Knowledge section; Basic section

Preparation section 3 Before applying power Contents Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation. Preparation section Before applying power ............................... 2 Safety precautions ...................................... 2 Special features .............................

Page 4 - Special features; -Disc carousel CD player; Internal multichannel audio decoding; Discs which can be played with this unit; Demonstration; To switch the demonstration on and off :; Turn the unit to the standby mode and press the MENU(DEMO) key.

4 Preparation section Special features Simple operation of numerous unit functions using MULTI CONTROL setting mode The MULTI CONTROL setting mode gives you control of a number of unit operations including CD program playback and timer programming while using an easy to use menu format. 3-Disc carou...

Page 5 - System connection; Accessories; Unpacking; Connection of the system accessories; Note on Connection; FM indoor antenna

Preparation section 5 System connection Accessories FM indoor antenna (1) AM loop antenna (1) Remote control unit (1) RC-NV301 RC-NV301E (For NV-301) RC-NV701 RC-NV701E (For NV-701) Speaker cords NV-301 (2)NV-701 (6) Batteries (R6/AA) (2) AC plug adaptor (1) (Speaker cords are provided inthe speaker...

Page 6 - Connecting the speakers

6 Preparation section Connecting the speakers When connecting the speakers, be sure to keep in mind the following points regarding speaker connection. ÷ Never short-circuit the “+” and “–” speaker cords. ÷ If the left and right speaker connections or the “+” and “–” polarity are inverted, the sound ...

Page 8 - Connection with other components; MD recorder; FM outdoor antenna

8 Preparation section Connection with other components (optional or commercially-available equipment) CAUTION Note on Connection Connect the components as shown in the diagrams. Do not plug the power cord into a power outlet until connections are complete. The rear panel configuration varies dependi...

Page 9 - VCR

Preparation section 9 VCR, MD/CD recorder, or analog turntable (NV-701 only) When making connections to a VCR: ÷ For complete video connection, use commercially available video cables to make connections from the video output jack on the VCR to the VIDEO 1 PLAY IN jack, from the video input jack on ...

Page 10 - DVD player; About the DIGITAL jacks on this unit

10 Preparation section DVD player (NV-701 only) When making audio connections to a DVD player or similar component: ÷ For complete video connection, use commercially available video cables to make connections from the video output jack on the DVD player to the VIDEO 2 PLAY IN jack, and from the VIDE...

Page 11 - Controls and indicators; Main unit

Preparation section 11 Controls and indicators Main unit VO LUM E CONTR OL HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM CD MULTI CONTROL SET ENTER MENU DEMO DISC SKIP OPEN/CLOSE PHONES STANDBY ON/STANDBY TUNER TAPE MD/DVD BAND changer STANDBY POWER VIDEO/6ch IN

Page 13 - Display

Preparation section 13 Display The displays given in this manual are approximations only. They may differ from whatactually appears on the display. Controls and indicators 1 CD player indicators Indicate which disc trays contain discs, which disc iscurrently selected as well as play and pauseindicat...

Page 17 - Operation of the remote control unit; Loading batteries

Preparation section 17 Operation of the remote control unit Loading batteries 1 Remove the cover. 3 Close the cover. ÷ Insert two R6 (“AA”-size) batteriesfollowing the polarity indications. 2 Insert batteries. Operation Plug the power cord into the mains power outlet andpress the POWER ( ) key of th...

Page 18 - Operation of the MULTI CONTROL setting mode; Press the MENU key to enter the MULTI CONTROL setting mode.; MULTI CONTROL key operation; “Tape Options”

18 Preparation section Operation of the MULTI CONTROL setting mode The MULTI CONTROL keys make it possible to perform a number of functions in a simple procedure.When the MENU key is pressed, items appear in the display according to the MULTI CONTROL key operation,so you can select the desired mode ...

Page 19 - Select “Clock Options”.; Clock adjustment; “Adjust Time”; “Clock Options”; To display the time; C l o c k

Preparation section 19 This unit incorporates a clock function. It is necessary to set the correct time before using the timerfunctions. The time can be displayed only while the power is in standby. 1 Select “Clock Options”. 2 Select “Adjust Time”. 3 Adjust the hour. 4 Adjust the minute. 5 Start the...

Page 20 - Select “Surround Options”.; “Speaker Selection”; S u r r o u n d; S p e a k e r S e l e; Setting the configuration of the speaker system

20 Preparation section Once you have completed setting up your speakers, make sure to complete the following speakersettings to obtain and enjoy the best possible surround sound possible from this system. 1 Select “Surround Options”. 2 Select “Speaker Selection”. 3 Set the size (or presence) of thes...

Page 21 - “Speakers Distance”; Setting speaker distances and system volume levels; Setting up for surround sound

Preparation section 21 1 Select “Surround Options”. 2 Select “Speakers Distance”. 3 Set the distance to the speakers. Use the MULTI CONTROL keys to set the distance and SETto proceed to the next setting. The speaker channels thatthe distance is being set for flash in the display. The following items...

Page 22 - “Test ON”; Turn on the test tone.; P r e s s

22 Preparation section ÷ The test tone is output from all of the speakers in thesystem in the following order: ÷ While listening to the test tone, use the MULTI CONTROL keys to adjust the volume levels of each channel whenthe channel name is displayed. The test tone continuesto be output from the se...

Page 23 - “Input Mode”

Preparation section 23 1 Select “Surround Options”. 2 Select “Input Mode”. 3 Select the input. 4 Set the input mode. 5 Save the settings. Setting the audio for connected components (NV-701 only) The following items can be selected by pressing the MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly. “Speakers Distance” “I...

Page 24 - Let’s have sound; Selecting the desired output; Volume adjustment; Basic operation

24 Basic section 1. Switching the power ON (OFF) Let’s have sound ÷ The display shows a reference value. 2. Selecting the desired output When the power is ON, pressing the ON/STANDBY (POWER) key puts the unit in the standby mode and the STANDBY indicator lights up. Muting the sound temporarily(MUTE)...

Page 25 - Muting the sound temporarily; Reproducing sound with enhanced bass; M u t i

25 Basic section Muting the sound temporarily (Remote control unit only) When CD has been selected. ÷ Press again to resume the original volume. ÷ The sound muting is also canceled when the volume is controlled. Let's have sound Blinks ÷ E a c h p r e s s s w i t c h e s E x b a s s M o d e o n a n ...

Page 26 - CD Playback

26 Basic section 1 1 2 2 Let's have sound 1 Open the tray. 2 Place discs. 3 Close the tray. 1. Load discs. CD Playback T h e t r a y o p e n s w h e n t h e k e y i spressed and closes when the key ispressed again. 2. Start playback. TIME DISP. High-speed search in forwardand reverse directions ( 1 ...

Page 28 - Load a cassette tape.; Tape playback; Open the cassette holder.; The deck starts playback.

28 Basic section ÷ If the tape transport direction is opposite to the desired direction, press the TAPE ( 2 3 ) key to reverse the direction. ÷ Normal (TYPE ) or high (TYPE ) tape selection is set automatically. ÷ Remove tape slack before loading. ÷ Close the door securely. Reverse mode indication L...

Page 29 - To select the reverse mode; To skip to a song or selection on a tape (DPSS); D P S S F F

29 Basic section The following items can be selected by pressing the MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly. “One Way” : Playback stops after having played one side of tape. “ ” lights in the display. “Reverse” : Playback stops after having played both sides of tape in a deck. “ ” lights in the dis- play. “E...

Page 30 - A tip for the use of the tape counter; To reduce noise in playback

30 Basic section A tip for the use of the tape counter The tape counter is set to “0000” when a cassette tape is loaded. In case you want to interrupt recording (playback) in the middle of the tape, the counter read- ing will be helpful as a reference for locating the same location when continuing t...

Page 31 - Select the broadcast band.; Receiving broadcast stations; Select the tuning mode.

31 Basic section 1 1 3 3 2 2 1. Select the broadcast band. Receiving broadcast stations One-by-onepresetting(ENTER) Each press changes the band. It is also possible to receive stations by one-touchoperations. 2. Select the tuning mode. When the TUNER key is pressed, this unitwill be switched on auto...

Page 32 - Collective presetting of stations; Press the ENTER key to set the preset.; A u t o

32 Basic section Let's have sound Collective presetting of stations (Auto memory) Keep the TUNER (BAND) key depressedfor about 2 seconds. (Main unit only) ÷ With models that have RDS functions (U.K. andEurope models only), only FM stations are presetusing the Auto Memory function. To preset AM (MW/L...

Page 33 - key to put the unit in the standby mode.; CHANNEL SPACE setting

33 Basic section Let's have sound CHANNEL SPACE freq. Area 1 2 U.S.A., Canada and SouthAmerican countries Other countries FM : 100 kHzAM : 10 kHz FM : 50 kHz AM : 9 kHz The space between radio channels has been set to the one that prevails in the area to which the system is shipped. However, if the ...

Page 34 - Recording onto a tape; Set the recording condition.; Select the reverse mode.

34 Basic section 1. Load a cassette tape. 2. Select the tape transport direction. Let's record Recording onto a tape 1 Open the cassette holder. 2 Insert a tape top end first with theside you want to record on the top. 3 Close the holder. 1 Select the TAPE input by press-ing the TAPE key. 2 Press th...

Page 35 - Press the desired key.

35 Basic section 4. Select the source to be recorded. (Except for TAPEinput) The input source component tobe recorded should be displayed. ÷ If a disc has already been loaded when the CD input is selected, it starts toplay automatically. In this case, press the 7 (stop) key to stop it. ÷ When you se...

Page 36 - Tips in CD recording; Set the CD player in pause mode.; Beat cancel function

36 Basic section Tips in CD recording When recording CD tracks onto a tape, if you leave the cassette deck in record-pause mode beforehand, the cassette deck recording can be started at the same time as the CD starts to be played (synchronous re- cording function). 1 Set the CD player in pause mode....

Page 37 - Application section; Listening in the desired sequence; Special playback options for CD; Select the “CD” input.; Select “CD Program Play”.; The following items can be selected by pressing the; C D

Application section 37 Listening in the desired sequence (program playback) Special playback options for CD Any titles on the discs in the tray can be listenedto in the desired sequence. (Max. 32 steps) Select the “CD” input. 1 Check that the CD player is in thestop mode. 2 Select “CD Program Play”....

Page 38 - Start programmed playback.; To quit the program mode; To replace a track in the program:; and; To add a track to the program:; C l e a r; Finish editing and start playback.

38 Application section Special playback options for CD 1 Select “CD Program Play”. 2 Press the MENU key. ÷ Press the MULTI CONTROL keys during program playback to go to the previous or next programmedtrack. ÷ When the left MULTI CONTROL key is pressed once during playback, the track being played wil...

Page 39 - Repeated playback; Select “One Track Repeat”.; To repeat only one track; Select “One Disc Repeat”.; “One Track Repeat”; To stop repeated playback

Application section 39 Select the “CD” input. Repeated playback Desired titles or discs can be played back repeatedly. Please note that repeat playback of a single track, single disc, or all discs is not possible during programmed playback.If the PGM indicator is lit in the display, perform the proc...

Page 40 - To repeat all discs; To repeat programmed tracks; P r e s s t h e k e y r e p e a t e d l y t o s w i t c h t h e

40 Application section Special playback options for CD To repeat all discs 1 Select the disc to be played first. 2 Select “All Discs Repeat”. To stop repeated playback Press the REPEAT key repeatedly until the repeat mode is switched off. ÷ The repeat mode can also be canceled by pressing the 7 (sto...

Page 41 - Random playback; Select the RANDOM mode.; To cancel random playback

Application section 41 Special playback options for CD Random playback Select the “CD” input. Press the key repeatedly to switch the display. 1 “One Disc Random” Random play of one disc 2 “All Discs Random” Random play of all discs 3 “Random off” (Normal playback) As the titles are selected randomly...

Page 42 - Display mode priority; Note before the use of RDS; B B C

42 Application section RDS is a system which transmits useful information (digital data) for FM broadcasts together with thebroadcast signal. Tuners and receivers designed for RDS reception can extract the information from thebroadcast signal for use with various functions such as automatic display ...

Page 43 - Searching for a desired program type; Select the PTY search mode.; R O C K

Application section 43 To select using the 4 ¢ keys The 4 ¢ keys can be used to select one of the 29 program types by displaying them insequence.Press and hold the key and release it when thedesired program type appears. Program TypeName R.D.S. By specifying the type of program (genre) you want to l...

Page 44 - To change to a different program type :; n o

44 Application section Repeat steps 1 , 2 ,and 3 . When searching for a Rock Music broadcast When a station is received. To change to a different program type : Display while the tuner is searching. Blinks ÷ No sound is heard while “PTY” is blinking. ÷ I f a p r o g r a m o f t h e d e s i r e d t y...

Page 45 - Selection of a recording type; Convenient CD recording; If you want to select the track to be recorded while playing a CD; Scrolls the track title display.; W o r l d

Application section 45 \ Selection of a recording type With this unit, the following edit recording ispossible to suit different situations. Convenient CD recording ÷ Note that this cassette deck cannot record ontoMetal tapes. ÷ When an edit recording type is selected, randomand repeat playback is a...

Page 46 - Recording preparations are required.; Select “Recording Options”.; To end recording in the middle; Recording only the desired track; “CD One Track Recording”; “Recording Options”; R e c o r d i n g O p

46 Application section Recording preparations are required. › (Steps 1 to 3 ) During CD playback, any track can be selectedimmediately for recording. 1 Play a CD. 2 Select “Recording Options”. 3 Select “CD One Track Recording”. 4 Start recording. To end recording in the middle Recording only the des...

Page 47 - Recording an entire CD; “CD Direct Recording”

Application section 47 Recording preparations are required. › (Steps 1 to 4 ) 1 Select “Recording Options”. 2 Select “CD Direct Recording”. 3 Select the disc. 4 Start recording. Recording an entire CD (CD DIRECT RECORDING) Perform the following operation while the CD player is in play or stop mode t...

Page 48 - Recording programmed tracks; Select “Recording Options” .; “CD Program Recording”

48 Application section Recording preparations are required. › (Steps 1 to 4 ) Recording programmed tracks (CD PROGRAM RECORDING) Program the desired tracks from up to 3 CDs inthe order you want and record the programmedplayback onto tape. Convenient CD recording When effects are applied to the sound...

Page 49 - Recording digital sound tracks

Application section 49 Convenient CD recording Recording preparations are required. › (Steps 1 to 4 ) Recording digital sound tracks (DIGITAL SOURCE RECORDING) (NV-701 only) When a multichannel digital source is input froman externally connected component such as a DVD,the sound track can be recorde...

Page 50 - Effective sound adjustment; Select “Audio Options”.; “Balance”; Balance adjustment; “Audio Options”; A u d i o; Check that the CD player is in the stop mode.

50 Application section Effective sound adjustment 1 Select “Audio Options”. 2 Select “Balance”. 3 Adjust. 4 Save the setting. Shifts the balanceto the right Shifts the balanceto the left The following items can be selected by pressing the MULTI CONTROL keys repeatedly. “Exbass Mode” (NV-301 only) “L...

Page 51 - Input level adjustment; Select the extrernal input.; “Input level”

Application section 51 The input level from an external component connected to the MD/DVD (NV-301) or VIDEO 1/VIDEO 2 (NV- 701) jacks, such as an MD/CD recorder, DVD player, VCR, or analog turntable can be adjusted as desired.Adjust so that the volume of the input source sounds at an equivalent leve...

Page 52 - Surround modes; DTS

52 Application section Listening to music with the desired sound (NV-701 only) This unit is compatible with Dolby Digital and DTS digital audio formats. When playing back a sourcethat is recorded in Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, or DTS, you can enjoy cinematic quality surroundsound. You can also s...

Page 53 - Dolby 3 Stereo

Application section 53 Front speaker Subwoofer Center speaker Dolby 3 Stereo Dolby 3 Stereo is available for systems that do not havesurround speakers. When in the Dolby 3 Stereo mode,the surround information is redirected to the front leftand right speakers. This mode is designed for use withDolby ...

Page 54 - Select the desired sound mode.; V i d e o 1

54 Application section Surround play (NV-701 only) The DTS mode can be used only with CD, DVD or LD media carrying the DTS mark. DOLBY DIGITAL canbe used when playing DVD or LD software bearing the mark and when playing DOLBY DIGITAL (AC-3) format digital broadcasts (etc.). DOLBY PRO LOGIC and DOLBY...

Page 56 - Verify the code by turning the component; Press and hold the SETUP key.; Setting up the remote control unit

56 Application section Remote operation of other components (NV-701 only) Refer to the setup codes to determine the correct manufacturer's code for the component. Except for U.K. and Europe ´ For U.K. and Europe ‰ ÷ The codes and controllable components may differ de-pending on the model and region ...

Page 57 - TV operations; Remote operation of other components

Application section 57 Key functions when operating other components (NV-701 only) Depending on the component, not all functions may be available as shown below. TV operations VCR operations Volume Mute Channelselection VIDEO SEL TV SEL QUIT TVoperation Numericbuttons ENTER TV POWER Input selection ...

Page 59 - Set the clock before setting the timer.; Timer operation; to increase the volume gradually when timer playback starts.; Sleep timer; “Sleep Timer”

Application section 59 Set the clock before setting the timer. ( Check that the CD player is in the stop mode. Timer operation Sleep timer The power is turned to standby mode automatically after a specified time period has elapsed. Timer programming Timer playback : Plays (or receives) the selected ...

Page 60 - Timer programming; Select the timer operation.

60 Application section Timer programming 1 Make preparations for playback (recording). ÷ When the timer function is used for timer recording of an input source, the speakers do not output the audio even after the unit is turned on by the timer. Playing or recording the auxiliary input source Make pr...

Page 61 - Select “Everyday” or “One Time”.; Auto Power Save; Auto Power Save is not used.; “Auto Power Save”

Application section 61 Set the clock before setting the timer. Timer operation When the power is ON and neither recording nor playback is executed for 30 minutes or more, thepower is switched off automatically by the Auto Power Save function. 1 Select “Clock Options”. 2 Select “Auto Power Save”. ÷ T...

Page 62 - Put the unit in standby mode.; Make the desired reservation.

62 Application section For timer recording 1 Select the input source. Select the recorded input source. 2 Select the broadcast station (only when TUNERis selected above). Select the preset station number + “Press “ENTER” to save” is scrolled in the display 8 Complete the setup and save thesettings. ...

Page 63 - Important Items

63 Knowledge section Setup Codes (RC-NV701) (Except for U.K. and Europe) Use the codes on this page to set up the remote control unit to operate your other components. TV BRAND NAME SETTING NUMBER SONY 101 GE/RCA 102 RCA 103,104,105,106,117 ZENITH 107, 108 MAGNAVOX 109 SHARP 110 PANASONIC 111, 112, ...

Page 65 - Maintenance; Cleaning the heads and peripheral components; Reference

65 Knowledge section Maintenance Cotton swab Tape guides Pinch roller Head Capstan Cleaning the head section There are precisely aligned parts around the heads, including the tape guides. When cleaning, pay specialattention so as not to subject them to unnecessary shock. Cleaning the heads and perip...

Page 66 - Notes on cassette tape; Handling of discs and tapes; Disc handling precautions

66 Knowledge section Safety tab (accidental erasure prevention tab) After an important recording has been finished, break thesafety tab, to prevent the recorded contents from beingerased or recorded on accidentally. For B side For A side To store cassette tapes Do not store the tapes in a place whic...

Page 67 - In case of difficulty; plug the power cord again.; Operation to reset; Remedy

67 Knowledge section SET In case of difficulty What seems to be a malfunction is not always so. Before calling for service, check the following tableaccording to the symptom of your trouble. Unplug the power cord from the power outletthen, while holding the SET ( ¶ ) key depressed, plug the power co...

Page 68 - Cassette deck

68 Knowledge section In case of difficulty ÷ The head is dirty. ÷ The tape is wound too tight due toirregular winding. ÷ A nonrecorded tape is played. ÷ The cassette holder is not closed com-pletely. ÷ The operation key is pressed immedi-ately after closing the cassette holder. ÷ The operation key i...

Page 69 - CD player

69 Knowledge section In case of difficulty ÷ Clean the head referring to “Mainte- nance” . ÷ Try another tape. ÷ Try another tape. ÷ Demagnetize the head referring to “Maintenance” . ÷ Install the system at a distance fromother electric appliances and TV. ÷ Switch on the Tape Equalizer. ÷ Clean the ...

Page 70 - General

70 Knowledge section Remedy Symptom Cause General Remote control operation isnot possible. ÷ Batteries are exhausted. ÷ The remote control is too far awayfrom the system, the controlling angleis deviated or there is an obstacle inbetween. ÷ There is no tape or CD set in thecomponent to be played. ÷ ...

Page 71 - Specifications

71 Knowledge section Specifications Notes Notes Notes 1.KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice. 2.Sufficient performance may not be possible at very low temperatures (0°C or less). [ Amplifier section ] Continu...

Page 73 - Speakers

73 Knowledge section Speakers [ Front Speakers ] Enclosure ........................................ Passive radiator, floor type (magnetically shielded) Speaker configuration Woofer ........................... 120 mm (5 in.), paper cone typeTweeter ............................. 50 mm (2 in.), paper ...

Page 76 - For your records

For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, inthe spaces designated on the warranty card, and in thespace provided below. Refer to the model and serial num-bers whenever you call upon your dealer for informationor service on this product. Model Serial Number This instru...