Kenwood DVF-9010 Instruction Manual
Kenwood DVF-9010 Instruction Manual

Kenwood DVF-9010 Instruction Manual

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DVD / VCD / CD PLAYER
DVF-9010
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
KENWOOD CORPORATION
This player has been designed to play back the DVD software which has been encoded for specific
region areas. It cannot play back the DVD software encoded for other region areas than the region
areas for which it has been designed.
COMPACT
COMPACT
COMPACT
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
DIGITAL AUDIO
DIGITAL VIDEO
TEXT
B60-3928-00 03 J (M2,T,E) MC
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  • Page 1 DVD / VCD / CD PLAYER DVF-9010 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION This player has been designed to play back the DVD software which has been encoded for specific region areas. It cannot play back the DVD software encoded for other region areas than the region areas for which it has been designed.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction DVF-9010 (En/E) Before applying power Caution : Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. This unit is intended for ........ AC 110-240 V For the United Kingdom Factory fitted moulded mains plug 1.
  • Page 3: Accessories

    Introduction DVF-9010 (En/E) 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.
  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS DVF-9010 (En/E) Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before 6. Temperature – The appliance may not function properly if operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on the appliance used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures.
  • Page 5: Power Off

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS DVF-9010 (En/E) 13. Lightning – For added protection for this appliance during a 18. Power lines – An outside antenna system should not be lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power disconnect the antenna or cable system.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents DVF-9010 (En/E) Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation. Introduction ............................2 Before applying power ..............................2 Safety precautions ................................2 Accessories ..................................3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ....................... 4 Contents ..............................6 Special features ........................... 8 Region codes ............................
  • Page 7 Contents DVF-9010 (En/E) Repeating tracks, chapters or titles (Repeat playback, A-B repeat) ........32 Repeating a single track (chapter or title) (Repeat playback) ................32 Repeating entire disc (Repeat playback) ......................... 32 Repeating a desired section (A-B repeat) ........................ 33 Repeating program playback (Program repeat) ......................
  • Page 8: Special Features

    (Certain character types may not be able to be displayed.) 24-bit D.R.I.V.E. II, an advanced technology in pursuit of quality The 24-bit D.R.I.V.E. II is an advancement of the KENWOOD-original D.R.I.V.E. (Dynamic Resolution Intensive Vector Enhancement) and safety technology.
  • Page 9: Region Codes

    Region codes DVF-9010 (En/E) Region codes of this player 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.
  • Page 10: Region Codes In The World

                                                       Region codes DVF-9010 (En/E) Region codes in the world...
  • Page 11: Playable Discs

    Playable Discs DVF-9010 (En/E) Recording systems and types of playable discs 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. Playable Disc COMPACT COMPACT...
  • Page 12: Video Formats

    Video formats DVF-9010 (En/E) The video signals used to display TV pictures and video disc TV formats of major countries pictures are mainly based on two types of signal formats TV Format Major Countries & Areas (PAL and NTSC), which are assigned to each country or area as shown on the right.
  • Page 13: Video Formats Of Vcd Discs That Can Be Played On This Unit

    Video formats DVF-9010 (En/E) Video formats of VCD discs that can be played on this unit Set the video formats of the VCD discs to be played on this unit as described below. Check the video format(s) used by your TV monitor. ÷...
  • Page 14: Important Items

    Important items DVF-9010 (En/E) Maintenance Cleaning Caution against contact revitalizer Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction. Be volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or benzine, specially careful against contact cleaners containing oil, for they may etc.
  • Page 15: System Connections

    System Connections DVF-9010 (En/E) Make connection as shown below. When connecting the Malfunction of microprocessor related system components, refer also to the instruction manuals of the related components. If operation is not possible or erroneous display appears even Caution: Do not plug in the power lead until all connec- though all connections have been made properly, reset the tions are completed.
  • Page 16: Connection With An Av Receiver

    System Connections DVF-9010 (En/E) Connection with an AV receiver This unit incorporates a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder and MPEG multi-channel decoder. As a result, it can play DVD discs encoded with Dolby Digital (AC-3) or MPEG multi-channel without the need of purchasing a commercially available Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder.
  • Page 17: Initial Setup

    S-VIDEO 1 S-VIDEO 2 COAXIAL OPTICAL FRONT SURROUND SUBWOOFER *If you want to use the macro function of a KENWOOD AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER (optional), connect Monitor TV this player to a wall AC outlet. (commercially available) Be sure to set the POWER...
  • Page 18 ÷ All of the commercially-available optical fiber cables cannot be used with these units. If there is an optical fiber cable which cannot be connected to your component, please consult your dealer or nearest KENWOOD agent. Copyright and copy protection notes Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 19: Controls And Indicators

    While the POWER key is set to ON, this unit can be put to the standby mode using the graphical remote control unit provided with a KENWOOD AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER. When the STANDBY indicator of this unit is lit, a small amount of...
  • Page 20: Listening Through Headphones

    Controls and indicators DVF-9010 (En/E) Listening through headphones Plug the stereo headphones (with standard-plug) available in audio stores into the PHONES jack and adjust the listening volume with the PHONES LEVEL control on the front panel. Note on DTS (Headphones listening) When a DTS-encoded disc (CD or DVD) is played, noise may interfere with the PHONES LEVEL headphone output.
  • Page 21: Operation Of Remote Control Unit

    Operation of remote control unit DVF-9010 (En/E) Loading batteries 1 Remove the cover. 2 Insert batteries. 3 Close the cover. ÷ Insert two R6 (“AA”-size) batteries follow- ing the polarity indications. Operation Insert the power plug into a power outlet, press the POWER key of the main unit to ON, then press the desired remote Remote sensor control key.
  • Page 22: Playback

    Playback DVF-9010 (En/E) The following procedure shows how to play a disc, such as a CD, VCD or DVD, from the beginning. ‡ When playing a VCD with P.B.C. (Play-Back Control) capability, please read “Menu playback”. Preparation 1 Turn on the TV and set the input source of the TV to “Video”.
  • Page 23 Playback DVF-9010 (En/E) Select the desired items from the menu screen. Menu screen: When an interactive DVD (DVD software containing multiple viewing angles or stories, for example) or a P.B.C.- compatible VIDEO CD is played, a menu screen is displayed in the beginning. Example: Menu screen of a DVD TITLE MENU with menu recording...
  • Page 24: Forward Search And Reverse Search (Manual Search)

    Playback DVF-9010 (En/E) Forward search and reverse search (Manual search) Main unit ¡ : Forward search 1 : Reverse search ÷ Press once to start and continue forward or reverse search at a low ENTER ¡ ¡ ENTER speed. The search speed can be adjusted in 5 steps. ÷...
  • Page 25: Playing Tracks In A Random Order (Random Playback)

    Playback DVF-9010 (En/E) Playing tracks in a random order (Random playback) Tracks in a CD or VCD can be played in a random order. ÷ Before performing random playback of a P.B.C.-compatible VCD, Enter stop mode. cancel the P.B.C. function by pressing the 7 key. Select the random play mode.
  • Page 26: Operations Using The Gui Screen

    Operations using the GUI screen DVF-9010 (En/E) Basic operations on the GUI screen The icons displayed on the TV screen can be selected easily by using the ON SCREEN key and joystick (%, fi, @, #) of the provided remote control unit. Press the ON SCREEN key.
  • Page 27: Icons On The Tv Screen

    Operations using the GUI screen DVF-9010 (En/E) Information related to the disc (title, chapter, time, voice language, subtitle language, angle, etc.) or the player (repeat mode, video quality, etc.) can be displayed and changed as required. The icons displayed on the TV screen are as shown below. Software with which this function is avail- able: Icons on the TV screen...
  • Page 28 Operations using the GUI screen DVF-9010 (En/E) During CD playback Disc information screen 7:48 Elapsed time Track No. Player information screen - 12 1 2 3 4 5 Play mode Repeat Memory A-B repeat Shuttle information screen Pause Reverse search Play Forward search...
  • Page 29: Storing Scenes In Memory (Memory Function)

    Storing scenes in memory (Memory function) DVF-9010 (En/E) By storing scenes that you want to check later, subsequent playback can be started from any of the stored scenes any time. Up to 5 scenes can be stored (using the remote control unit only). This operation may not be available with certain DVD discs.
  • Page 30: Programming

    Programming DVF-9010 (En/E) Desired tracks or chapters can be programmed and played back in a desired order. Up to 18 tracks (chapters) can be programmed but the attempt to program a 19th track (chapter) is rejected. Software with which this function is avail- With a VCD, there is no relationship between the divisions in recording and the track numbers, except of certain software such as karaoke able:...
  • Page 31: Adding Tracks (Chapters) In The Program

    Programming DVF-9010 (En/E) Remote control unit only Adding tracks (chapters) in the program 1 Select a track (chapter) number with the joystick (%, fi, @, #). Select Entry Choose a track, then press ENTER. Choose a track, then press ENTER. 2 Press the ENTER key.
  • Page 32: Repeating Tracks, Chapters Or Titles (Repeat Playback, A-B Repeat)

    Repeating tracks, chapters or titles (Repeat playback, A-B repeat) DVF-9010 (En/E) Desired scenes or audio can be played repeatedly. With a VCD, there is no relationship between the divisions in recording Software with which this function is avail- and the track numbers, except of certain software such as karaoke able: discs.
  • Page 33: Repeating A Desired Section (A-B Repeat)

    Repeating tracks, chapters or titles (Repeat playback, A-B repeat) DVF-9010 (En/E) Repeating a desired section (A-B repeat) A section specified during playback can be played repeatedly. With a CD or VCD disc, the A-B repeat playback is possible only inside a single track. Each press of the P.MODE key switches the play mode as follows.
  • Page 34: Versatile Dvd Play Features

    Versatile DVD play features DVF-9010 (En/E) The following operations may not be available with certain DVD discs. Software with which this function is avail- able: Remote control unit only Switching the voice language (Multi-audio function) When a DVD disc contains recording of voices in multiple languages, the languages can be switched during playback. Press the AUDIO key during playback.
  • Page 35: Displaying/Switching The Subtitle Language (Multi-Subtitle Function)

    Versatile DVD play features DVF-9010 (En/E) The following operation may not be available with certain DVD discs. Software with which this function is avail- able: Remote control unit only Displaying/switching the subtitle language (Multi-subtitle function) When a DVD disc contains recording of subtitles in multiple languages, the languages can be switched during playback. Press the SUB TITLE key during playback.
  • Page 36: To Switch The Viewing Angle (Angle Function)

    Versatile DVD play features DVF-9010 (En/E) The following operation may not be available with certain DVD discs. Software with which this function is avail- able: To switch the viewing angle Remote control unit only (Angle function) When the DVD disc being played contains the scenes recorded from multiple viewing angles, the angle can be switched while the ANGLE indicator is lit.
  • Page 37: Menu Playback

    Examples of operation keys and indications used during VCD playback ¢ Soft jacket indication SKIP SKIP Play KENWOOD operation key RETURN DOWN ÷ Depending on the software, the jacket indication may differ from the above. Playback without using the menu playback function (In case of a P.B.C.-compatible VCD) ÷...
  • Page 38: Menu Playback (Dvd)

    Menu playback DVF-9010 (En/E) When a DVD disc containing the menu recording is played, the menu screen is displayed. You can select the playback contents in an interactive manner. Software with which this function is avail- able: Menu playback (DVD) Remote control unit only Press the MENU key.
  • Page 39: Title Selection Using The Title Menu (Title Function)

    Menu playback DVF-9010 (En/E) Software with which this function is avail- able: Remote control unit only Title selection using the title menu (Title function) When a disc contains multiple titles, the desired title can be selected and played from the title menu. Press the TITLE key during playback.
  • Page 40: Enjoying Virtual Surround Sound (Virtual Surr.)

    Menu playback DVF-9010 (En/E) Even when your system uses only two speakers, a DVD recorded with Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround audio can be played as if there were rear speakers on your sides, by simply switching the VIRTUAL SURR. key on. Software with which this function is avail- able: Enjoying Virtual Surround sound...
  • Page 41: Changing The Initial Setup

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) The initial setup of the player, which has been made at the factory, can be changed to the desired setup. [1 Disc Languages] [5 FL Display] This sets the language to be used when playing a disc. (If a disc This sets the brightness of the main unit display.
  • Page 42: Changing Initial Setup [1 Disc Languages]

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Changing initial setup [1 Disc Languages] Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”. Select the item to be set. Disc Languages 1 Select an item with the joystick (%, fi). 1 AUDIO Original 2 Subtitle...
  • Page 43: Changing Initial Setup [2 Ratings]

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Changing initial setup [2 Ratings] When the restriction level of the disc is [Level 8], i.e. without any restriction Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”.
  • Page 44 Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) When the restriction level of the disc is [Level 0 to 7], i.e. with certain restriction Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”. Input the correct password. Password input Entry 1 Input the 4-digit password with numeric keys.
  • Page 45: Changing Initial Setup [3 Menu Language]

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Changing initial setup [3 Menu Language] Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”. Select the item to be set. Select the language for these Menus. 1 Select an item with the joystick (%, fi).
  • Page 46: Changing Initial Setup [5 Fl Display]

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Changing initial setup [5 FL Display] Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”. Select the brightness item. FL Display 1 Select an item with the joystick (%, fi). 1 Bright 2 Dim 2 Press the ENTER key.
  • Page 47: Changing Initial Setup [6 Tv Aspect]

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Changing initial setup [6 TV Aspect] Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”. Select the aspect ratio of your TV. Select your TV aspect 1 Select an item with the joystick (%, fi). 1 4:3 2 16:9 2 Press the ENTER key.
  • Page 48: Changing Initial Setup [7 Digital Audio Output]

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Changing initial setup [7 Digital Audio Output] Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”. Select the item to be set. Digital Audio Output 1 LPCM(DVD) Off 1 Select an item with the joystick (%, fi).
  • Page 49 Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Recommended setup for [7 Digital Audio Output] The recommended setup for [7 Digital Audio Output] is variable depending on the equipment connected to the digital audio output. Set up this item by referring to the following table. [7 Digital Audio Output] Setup Digital Audio Output Connection 1 LPCM (DVD)
  • Page 50: Changing Initial Setup [8 Speaker Setting]

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Changing initial setup [8 Speaker Setting] The speaker setting made in the following is applicable only for Dolby Digital (AC-3) playback. Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”.
  • Page 51 Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Select the desired option. Setting details When [Speaker mode setting] is selected 1 Select “Used (Large)” when a speaker with the capability of reproducing lower frequencies than 100 Hz is connected. 1 Select an item with the joystick (%, fi). 2 Select “Used (Normal)”...
  • Page 52: Changing Initial Setup [9 Other Settings]

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) Changing initial setup [9 Other Settings] Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure in “Basic operation for changing the initial setup”. Select the item to be set. Each press of the joystick (%, fi) switches the items as follows.
  • Page 53: Dvd Menu Language Code List

    Changing the initial setup DVF-9010 (En/E) DVD menu language code list Cord No. Language Cord No. Language Cord No. Language 6565 Afar 7473 Yiddish 8385 Sundanese 6566 Abkhazian 7487 Javanese 8386 Swedish Afrikaans Geogian Swahili 6570 7565 8387 Amharic Kazakh Tamil 6577 7575...
  • Page 54: Cd-Text Operation

    CD-TEXT operation DVF-9010 (En/E) When playing a CD-TEXT disc, the text information recorded in the disc (disc title, verse writer names, music composer names, etc.) can easily be recalled and displayed in alphanumeric characters. Preparation Software with which this function is avail- 1 Load a disc (with CD-TEXT compatibility) in the player.
  • Page 55: Selecting The Text Information Display (Text Disp.)

    CD-TEXT operation DVF-9010 (En/E) Selecting the text information display Remote control unit only (TEXT DISP.) In the case of a CD-TEXT disc, the displays shown below can be selected. 1 Set the mode switch to DVD. SET UP In the stop mode 2 Press the TEXT DISP.
  • Page 56: Graphical Remote Control Unit (Grc Unit)

    Graphical remote control unit (GRC unit) DVF-9010 (En/E) The GRC unit provided with KENWOOD AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER (optionally available) can also remote control the DVD player. For details, please also refer to the instruction manual of your AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER (optional).
  • Page 57: Glossary

    Glossary DVF-9010 (En/E) DVD: Digital Versatile Disc Track/track number (CD, VCD) A type of disc which contains recording of audio/video packaged A track is also a section of video and audio recorded in a disc. The media with high video and audio quality, such as a movie, numbers assigned to individual tracks are referred to as the track featuring large recording capacity and digital signal processing numbers.
  • Page 58: In Case Of Difficulty

    In case of difficulty DVF-9010 (En/E) What appears to be a malfunction may not always be serious. If your unit should not perform as expected, consult the table below to see if the problem can be corrected before seeking help from your dealer or service representative. Operation to reset While holding the 7 key, press and hold the 8 key until “INITIAL OK!”...
  • Page 59 In case of difficulty DVF-9010 (En/E) DVD player unit Symptom Cause Remedy ÷ A viewing restriction (RATING) has been set for ÷ Check the viewing restriction level (RATING) Playback will not start even after a title is selected. the disc. setting.
  • Page 60: Specifications

    OPTICAL .... -21 dBm ~ -15 dBm (Wave length 660 nm) Headphone output ..20 mW / 32 load (Phones level MAX) KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice. Notes Notes ÷...

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