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Kenwood K-821DV Instruction Manual

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COMPACT HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM
K-821DV

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Europe only
Declaration of Conformity with regard to
Decla
the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
Manufacturer:
Kenwood Corporation
2967-3 Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-8525 Japan
EU Representative's:
Kenwood Electronics Europe BV
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, The Netherlands
© B60-5815-08/01 (E, X, K) GVT0295-001B
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Europe only Decla Declaration of Conformity with regard to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Manufacturer: Kenwood Corporation 2967-3 Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-8525 Japan EU Representative’s: Kenwood Electronics Europe BV Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, The Netherlands © B60-5815-08/01 (E, X, K) GVT0295-001B...
  • Page 2 Except for U.S.A. The marking of products using lasers CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT The marking this product has been classifi ed as Class 1. It means that there is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the product. Location: Back panel K-821DV...
  • Page 3 Safety Precautions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Caution: Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Read These Instructions 5. Ventilation – All the safety and operating instructions should – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided be read before the product is operated. for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating.
  • Page 4 fi re, electric shock, or other hazards. 15. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. K-821DV...
  • Page 5 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Notes: Information on Disposal of Old Electrical Item 7 is not required except for grounded or and Electronic Equipment and Batteries polarized equipment. (applicable for EU countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems) Note to CATV system installer U.S.A.

  • Page 6: Disc Playback

    The system supports the playback of a USB fl ash memory and USB mass storage class compliant digital audio player. In addition, as well as analog input terminals for cassette decks, the K-821DV also features a sampling rate converter compliant digital input terminal for digital tuners etc.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents To ensure safety, read the items by this mark carefully. Procedures by Input Source P.29 Before Using the This chapter explains how to connect and use System the system with the diff erent input sources. Be sure to read these precautions. •...
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 Installing the System Notes on installing the system Always install the system on a fl at, stable surface. When installing the system on a stand of some sort, be sure to check the strength of the stand. The magnets used in the speakers may cause color irregularities on TV or PC screens. Do not set up the speakers too close to a TV or PC.
  • Page 10 Since antenna installation requires skill and experience, always consult your dealer Caution for outdoor antenna before installation. The antenna should be located away from power lines. If the installation antenna falls over, contact with a power line creates the risk of electric shock. K-821DV...

  • Page 11: Connecting The Am Loop Antenna

    Connecting the System If the system is connected correctly and still does not operate Microcomputer malfunctions normally or shows display errors, reset the microcomputer. (P.103) Connecting the AM loop antenna The antenna supplied with the system is for indoor use. Place it as far as possible away from the main unit, your TV set, the speaker cords and the power cord and point it in the direction that gives the best reception.
  • Page 12 A format is automatically selected for your TV format. • During HDMI cable connection, the format of the composite video output is adjusted to the connected TV monitor. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. K-821DV...
  • Page 13 Connecting the System Connecting Other Accessories (Commercially Available Units) When connecting a related system component, read the instruction manual that comes with the component too. Ensure that all the cords are securely connected. Loose or incomplete connections may result in noise interference or no sound at all.
  • Page 14 Connect digital audio players to the [D.AUDIO IN] terminal on the rear panel of the main unit. D.AUDIO If you connect a Kenwood player that supports digital audio link using the dedicated cable PNC-150 (sold separately), you can control the player from the main unit and the remote D.AUDIO...
  • Page 15 Connecting the System DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) (PCM/ Bitstream signals) Digital audio component Connect the optical digital input terminals on a digital audio component D.AUDIO to the [DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)] WOOFER PRE OUT REC OUT PLAY IN DIGITAL OUT terminal on the rear panel of the main DIGITAL OUT SPEAKERS Optical digital input...
  • Page 16 This is called Standby mode. When keys will turn on system power: [TUNER/BAND], [CD/ system main unit is in this mode, you can turn it on using DVDD], [iPodE], [USBE], [D.AUDIOE], the remote control. [D-IN] , or [AUX] of the remote control. K-821DV...
  • Page 17 Component Names and Functions Displays shown in this manual Display may diff er from the actual displays. AUTO Lights during auto tuning. Turns off during manual tuning. (P.55) TUNED Lights when you are tuned to the radio station. (P.55) Lights when you are receiving the stereo broadcast. (P.55) Lights when the RDS broadcast is received.
  • Page 18 Skips back or forward through the stations. tracks. (P.33, 54, 61, 63, 67) Plays in slow motion. Selects the radio station. (P.32, 33, 55, 63) Performs PTY search. (P.59) Various DVD features. (P.44-48, 70, 91) Selects the playback source fi le type. (P.36) K-821DV...

  • Page 19: Using The Remote Control

    Component Names and Functions Using the remote control After plugging the main unit into an AC wall outlet, press the power [K] key on the remote control unit to turn the system After the system powers up, press the key for the function you want to use.
  • Page 20 When playing a DVD, the menu screen may display on the TV screen first. In such case, follow the menu screen. (See P.34) Mix mode combines the CD-DA format with audio fi les, such as MP3 and WMA. K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 21 How to Use This Manual Operation icons Explanations of main unit Explains the procedure for CDs. procedures Explains the procedure for the Explanations of remote radio. control procedures Explains the procedures for iPods. Related functions that may also be helpful Explains the procedures for USB devices.
  • Page 22 CD/DVD, iPod, USB device, a digital audio player. Check the connections. (P.10-15) Preparations Have the remote control ready. (P. 19) Adjusting the volume level Lowers the Increases the volume volume Increases the volume Lowers the volume Mute Press this key again to unmute the sound. K-821DV...

  • Page 23: Start Playback

    Basic Operation Turn the system on (off ). On remote control [D.AUDIOE], [TUNER/ BAND], [CD/DVDD], [iPodE], [USBE], [D-IN], [AUX] key also turn on the power. Pressing the power [K] key when the system is on turns it off (Standby mode). Insert a disc.
  • Page 24 USB mass storage class compliant digital audio player to USB fl ash memory the [ USB] terminal. Note that Kenwood will not be held liable for any losses related to malfunction, damage, or data loss due to connection of any other type of device.

  • Page 25: Handling Discs

    Important information Precautions when writing data to media Discs recorded in Packet Write mode and CDs recorded in UDF (Universal Disc Format) cannot be played. When writing data to a disc, always close the session or fi nalize the disc. The disc may not play properly if you do not close the session or fi...
  • Page 26 Apple performance standards. Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation regis- Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its com- tered in the U.S. and other countries. pliance with safety and regulatory standards. K-821DV...
  • Page 27 USB device can cause contents stored on the USB device to be lost. Please note that Maximum number of displayable characters Kenwood will not be held liable for any losses arising out of loss of stored data. File names: 28...

  • Page 28: Region Codes

    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. K-821DV...

  • Page 29: Procedures By Input Source

    Procedures by Input Source This chapter explains the operation procedures for each input source. For information on the sound and video quality settings and component settings regardless of the input source, see "Audio Settings" (P.69) and "Component Settings" (P.79). If an error is displayed or a problem arises, see "Maintenance"...

  • Page 30: Cd/Dvd

    When playing a DVD, the menu screen may display on the TV screen first. In such case, follow the menu screen. (See P.34) Mix mode combines the CD-DA format with audio fi les, such as MP3 and WMA. K-821DV...
  • Page 31 CD/DVD Display while playing VCD/SVCD Playing time Playing time Disc type Track number Disc type Track number DVD VIDEO/DVD VR MP3/WMA/ASF/MPEG1/MPEG2/DivX Chapter number Playing time Track number Playing time (File number) You can change the display content by pressing the [DISPLAY] key. (See P.38) For the track number (fi...

  • Page 32: Stopping Playback

    1 is selected. When the PBC is on, press the [H] key to turn it off while playback is stopped. For VCD/SVCD, press the [TOP MENU] key or tray open/close key to turn the PBC on. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 33: English English

    CD/DVD • RPage XX Audio Settings R P.69 onwards Related Related Related • RPage XX Information Information Information Skipping tracks/chapters, skipping back, skipping to the start CD/VCD/SVCD/DVD VIDEO/DVD VR/MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG1/MPEG2 To skip to the next track/chapter: Press the [H] key. To return to an earlier track/chapter: Press the [G] key 2 or more times in suc- cession.

  • Page 34: Selecting From The Menu

    For VCD or SVCD, the [TOP MENU] or [MENU] key may not work in step 1. In such case, press the [RETURN] key 1 or 2 times. If the menu screen of the VCD or SVCD consists of more than 1 page, press the [G] or [H] key to move across the pages. K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 35 CD/DVD • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information DVD VR Press the [TOP MENU] or [MENU] key. [TOP MENU]: Displays the original program. [MENU]: Displays the playlist. Original program Playlist ORIGINAL PROGRAM PLAYLIST 08/03/09 08/03/09 08/09/09 08/15/09 08/18/09 08/24/09 08/20/09 08/27/09 08/25/09...

  • Page 36: Playing A File In The Disc

    Slide show of JPEG fi les JPEG fi les are played sequentially starting from the selected one. In the slide show, each fi le is displayed for about 3 seconds. Press the [ENTER] key to play only the selected fi le. K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 37 CD/DVD • RPage XX Supported Audio Files R P.26 Related Related Related Audio Settings R P.69 onwards • RPage XX Information Information Information Playback sequence for folders and track fi les MP3/WMA/JPEG/ASF/MPEG1/MPEG2/DivX When you play a disc containing recorded fi les, the track fi les on the disc are played sequentially beginning with the fi...
  • Page 38 During PLAY/PAUSE Time Clock During STOP Max Track/Total Time Clock VCD/SVCD During PLAY/PAUSE Track/PBC Clock During STOP Track/PBC Max Track/Total Time Clock DVD VIDEO During PLAY/PAUSE Time Title/Chapter Audio Signal Format Clock During STOP Title Clock K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 39 CD/DVD • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information DVD VR For Original Program During PLAY/PAUSE Time Original Program/Chapter Audio Signal Format Clock During STOP Original Program Clock For Playlist During PLAY/PAUSE Time Play List/Chapter Audio Signal Format Clock During STOP Play List Clock MP3/WMA/JPEG/ASF/MPEG1/MPEG2/DivX...

  • Page 40: Random Playback Mode

    To cancel random playback mode Press the [F] key to stop the playback, and then press the [P.MODE] key so that " " is no longer displayed. Pressing the [ G] key skips back to the beginning of the track being played. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 41: Repeat Playback Mode

    CD/DVD • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information Repeat Playback Mode CD/DVD VIDEO/DVD VR/MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG1/MPEG2 This mode plays the tracks on a disc repeatedly. Press the [CD/DVD ] key to play the tracks you want to repeat. Press the [REPEAT] key to begin repeat playback. The mode changes as shown below each time you press the key.

  • Page 42: Program Playback Mode

    You can also use the program screen on the TV screen. CD/VCD/SVCD Select the track number. When Track 10 selected as program track 1. DVD VIDEO Select the title. When title number 3 is selected. Select the chapter. When chapter 2 is selected. K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 43 CD/DVD • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information MP3/WMA Select the folder. When folder number 58 is selected. Select the File number. When fi le number 5 is selected. Selecting with the Program Screen Select the Folder/Title number. Program PROGRAM Folder/Title Track/Chapter...

  • Page 44: Switching Audio/Subtitle/Angle

    Code List" for more information. (See P.96) You can also use the menu bar to switch the audio, subtitle, and angle. (See P.49) For VCD or SVCD, "ST", "L", and "R" displayed on the screen mean "Stereo audio", "Left channel", and "Right channel", respectively. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 45: Magnifying The Image

    CD/DVD • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information Magnifying the Image DVD VIDEO/DVD VR/VCD/SVCD/JPEG/MPEG1/MPEG2 Press the [ZOOM] key during playback or while play- back is paused. The magnifi cation ratio changes each time you press the key. Press the [A], [B], [C], or [D] key to select the desired area.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Image Quality

    Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. Adjustable range: -8~+8 Press the [ENTER] key. Press the [A] or [B] key to change the value. GAMMA Press the [ENTER] key. Return to the step 3 to adjust another item. Press the [PICTURE] key. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 47: Changing The Display Resolution Of The Tv Screen

    CD/DVD • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information Changing the Display Resolution of the TV Screen DVD VIDEO/DVD VR/VCD/SVCD/JPEG/MPEG1/MPEG2 This setting is available when HDMI is connected. Press the [RESOLUTION] key while playback is stopped. The resolution changes each time you press the key. For a TV set that supports all resolutions, the resolution changes as follows: For NTSC...

  • Page 48: Enhanced Voice

    It is possible to make even small voices recorded in the disc/fi le easier to listen. This function is useful for watching a movie. Press the [CLEAR VOICE] key. CLEAR VOICE turns on/off each time you press the key. Lights when CLEAR VOICE is on. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 49: Using Status Bar And Menu Bar

    Using Status Bar and Menu Bar This section explains how to display the status bar on the TV screen to see the current chapter or the track information. This section also explains how to display the menu bar to switch the time display or change the playback style. Displaying the Status Bar and Menu Bar CD/DVD VIDEO/DVD VR/VCD/SVCD/MPEG1/MPEG2 Press the [ON SCREEN] key during playback.

  • Page 50: Using Status Bar And Menu Bar

    : TOTAL REMAIN TIME of the original program/playlist CD/VCD/SVCD TIME : SINGLE TIME of the track : SINGLE REMAIN TIME of the track TOTAL : TOTAL TIME of the DISC T.REM : TOTAL REMAIN TIME of the DISC K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 51: Playing The Specifi Ed Range Repeatedly

    Using Status Bar and Menu Bar • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information Playing the Specifi ed Range Repeatedly DVD VIDEO/DVD VR/CD/VCD(PBC off )/SVCD(PBC off ) You can repeat the desired range by specifying the starting point (A point) and ending point (B point). Repeat styles other than A-B are also available.

  • Page 52: Using Status Bar And Menu Bar

    TIME SEARCH is played back from the beginning of the title. CD/VCD/SVCD Playback is started from the beginning of the disc while playback is stopped. During playback, the specifi ed time is calculated from the beginning of the current track. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 53: Using Status Bar And Menu Bar

    Using Status Bar and Menu Bar • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information Playing from the Specifi ed Chapter DVD VIDEO/DVD VR Display the menu bar. (See P.49) Press the [C] or [D] key to select Press the [ENTER] key. Press the number keys to enter the chapter number.

  • Page 54: Receiving Radio Broadcasts

    To run through the sequence of stored station at intervals of roughly 0.5 seconds: Press and hold the [G] or [H] key. Selecting with the number keys To select P03, press the [3] key. To select P17, press the [ 10], [1], and [7] keys. K-821DV...

  • Page 55: Receiving Radio Broadcasts

    Receiving Radio Broadcasts Presetting Stations Automatically (AUTO MEMORY) R P.56 Related Related Presetting Stations Manually (Manual Preset) R P.57 Information Information Audio Settings R P.69 onwards Choosing from stations that are not preset (Auto/ Manual Tuning) 1 Select Auto tuning or Manual tuning. [AUTO/MONO] key.

  • Page 56: Receiving Radio Broadcasts

    RDS stations are given priority during auto presetting. If there is memory left after presetting, this unit continues presetting regular FM and AM stations. A broadcast station that cannot be preset with AUTO MEMORY should be set with Manual preset. (P. 57) K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 57: Receiving Radio Broadcasts

    Receiving Radio Broadcasts Receiving Radio Broadcasts • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information Presetting Stations Manually (Manual Preset) Use this procedure to make the station you are currently listening to a preset number. If the selected preset number is already assigned a station, the existing station is overwritten by the new station.

  • Page 58: Rds (Radio Data System)

    Press the [DISPLAY] key. The mode changes as shown below each time you press the key. Day/Clock Preset Number (Program Service Name) Some stations may not be provided or be given diff erent names depending on countries or areas. K-821DV...

  • Page 59: Rds (Radio Data System

    RDS (Radio Data System) Searching for a Desired Program Type (PTY Search) The tuner automatically searches for a station which is currently broadcasting a specified program type (genre). Press the [PTY] key. W h e n a n R D S b r o a d c a s t i s received, the program type is shown on the display.

  • Page 60: Playing From An Ipod

    Keep the iPod on a straight position while connecting/disconnecting it. Once the iPod is connected, it can be charged. Press the [iPodE] key to begin playback. Simply pressing the [iPodE] key turns on the system and begins playback. Playback of movies is not supported. K-821DV...
  • Page 61 iPod Supported Audio Files R P.26 Related Related Audio Settings R P.69 onwards Information Information Operations during iPod playback You can also perform these operation on iPod. Playing the tracks in the previous/next album Press the [PREV.] key to go to the previous album, while press the [NEXT] key to go to the next album.

  • Page 62: Usb

    If no playable fi les are found, playback does not start. When playback resumes on a digital HDD audio player, sound may jump due to the mechanism specifi c to HDD. K-821DV...
  • Page 63 Supported Audio Files R P.26 Related Related Audio Settings R P.69 onwards Information Information Operations during USB device playback Playing the tracks in the previous/next folder To go to the previous folder, press the [PREV.] key. These functions may not To go to the next folder, press the [NEXT] key.

  • Page 64: External Components

    Begin playback on the connected external component. Perform the required operation on the connected external component to start playback. Adjust the volume level. You can switch the display contents by pressing the [DISPLAY] key. D-IN D-IN/ Audio signal format Day/Clock Day/Clock K-821DV...

  • Page 65: Adjusting The External Component Input Level

    External Components Connecting Other Accessories (Commercially Available Units) R P.14 Related Related Audio Settings R P.69 onwards Information Information Adjusting the External Component Input Level Use the procedure below to adjust the input level for the external component connected to the [AUX IN] terminal. Use this adjustment when the volume from an external component is noticeably higher or lower than other input sources at the same vol- ume setting.

  • Page 66: D.audio

    D.AUDIO You can connect a Kenwood digital audio player (referred to hereafter simply as "digital audio player") to the system and use it to play tracks. Playing from a Digital Audio Player Use this procedure to connect a digital audio player to the system and play tracks.

  • Page 67: D.audio

    D.AUDIO Adjusting the Digital Audio Player Input Level R P.68 Related Related Audio Settings R P.69 onwards Information Information Operations during digital audio player playback Playing the tracks in the previous/next folder To go to the previous folder, press the [PREV.] key. To go to the next folder, press the [NEXT] key.

  • Page 68: D.audio

    Press the [A] or [B] key. You can adjust the input level in a range from -3 to 5. Press the [ENTER] key. If you adjust the input level for D.AUDIO, the output level from the [AUX REC OUT] terminal will also change. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 69: Audio Settings

    Audio Settings Use the procedures in this chapter to specify the sound quality settings for your stereo system. You can use the system's sound quality function to customize the sound to your own preferences. DTS Surround Sensation • Setting DTS Surround Sensation …………………………………...

  • Page 70: Dts Surround Sensation

    This function gives more pronounced sur- round-sound eff ect. “dts” disappears on the display and the surround-sound eff ect turns off . The DTS Surround Sensation function operates for DVD VIDEO, DVD VR, movie fi le, or when “D-IN” (bitsteam) is selected. K-821DV...

  • Page 71: Coneq (Acoustic Equalizer)

    CONEQ (Acoustic Equalizer) With the digital sound correction technology of Convolution Equalizer (CONEQ), you can select an Acoustic Eff ect suitable for your listening environment. Matching the Acoustic Eff ect to the Environment of the Room Press the [MODE] key. Select "CONEQ SET".

  • Page 72: Digital Signal Processor

    0 to 10. Higher numbers give more pronounced super-bass tones. The “D-BASS” fl ashes while setting is in progress. Press the [ENTER] key. If you set level 1 or higher, the “D-BASS” lights. K-821DV...

  • Page 73: Adjusting The Range Levels (Tone)

    Digital Signal Processor Adjusting the Range Levels (TONE) You can adjust the low-, mid- and high-range tones to match your preferences (TONE). Variable frequencies Adjusted level LEVEL (dB) LEVEL (dB) Variability Frequency Frequency Frequency Variability Variability Variability Frequency Frequency Press the [TONE] key, and then select [BASS] from the range levels (BASS: low-range tones, MID: mid-range tones, TREBLE: high-range tones, OFF: setting off...

  • Page 74: Digital Signal Processor

    Press the [A] or [B] key to adjust the mid tones (MID) level. The "TONE" flashes while setting is in progress. While the "TONE" is fl ashing, you can adjust the level in a range from -8 to +8. K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 75 Digital Signal Processor Press the [TONE] key. Press the [C] or [D] key to select the frequency (Low: 5kHz, Mid: 7kHz, or High: 10kHz) of the high-range tones (TREBLE). Press the [A] or [B] key to adjust the high tones (TREBLE) level.

  • Page 76: Disabling D-Bass, Tone Eff Ects (Flat)

    Digital Signal Processor Digital Signal Processor Disabling D-BASS, TONE Eff ects (FLAT) Press the [FLAT] key. The "D-BASS" and "TONE" levels are set to 0. DTS Surround Sensation and Clear Voice also turns off . K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 77: Supreme Ex

    Supreme EX Related Information Supreme EX is Kenwood's original sound quality enhancement technology and is used for playing discs and audio fi les or for playback using components connected to a digital input terminal. Setting Supreme EX Press the [MODE] key.

  • Page 78: Balance

    Use this procedure to adjust the volume balance for the left and right speakers. Adjusting the Speaker Volume Balance Press the [MODE] key. Select "BALANCE". Press the [C] or [D] key. Press the [ENTER] key. Adjust the balance. Press the [A] or [B] key. Press the [ENTER] key. K-821DV...

  • Page 79: Component Settings

    Component Settings This chapter explains basic timekeeping settings, as well as settings for the timer, display, and other functions which provide more extensive usage of this product. Setting the Timer • Setting the Sleep Timer (SLEEP) ………………………………… 80 • Setting the Program Timer (TIMER SET) …………………………...

  • Page 80: Setting The Timer

    While the Sleep Timer is running, you can check the remaining time by pressing the [SLEEP] key. To cancel the Sleep Timer Press the power [K] key to turn the system off (Standby) or press the [SLEEP] to turn off "Q". K-821DV...

  • Page 81: Setting The Program Timer (Timer Set)

    Setting the Timer Setting the System Clock R P.86 Related Related Information Information Setting the Program Timer (TIMER SET) This function allows you to use the timer to start playback automati- cally at a specifi ed time. You can set 2 timers (PROG. 1 and PROG. 2) at the same time.
  • Page 82 Specify the "OFF" (end time) setting. Use the [A] or [B] key to set the "hour". The "hour" fl ashes. Press the [ENTER] key. Use the [A] or [B] key to set the "minute". The "minute" fl ashes. Press the [ENTER] key. K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 83 Setting the Timer Setting the Timer RP.XX Related RP.XX Information Select "PLAY" or "AI PLAY". Press the [A] or [B] key. Playback is at the volume set in step 10. Playback begins at the speci- fi ed time and the volume grad- ually increases to the level set in step 10.
  • Page 84 To modify the program settings, reconfi gure the timer settings from the begin- ning. When the system is in Standby mode, you can confi rm the timer setting (on or off ) for 5 seconds by pressing the [F] key on the remote control. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 85: Display Settings

    Display Settings Related Information Use these settings to adjust the brightness of the display and to specify the settings for the main unit dial lighting. Setting the Display Brightness (DIMMER) Use this procedure to adjust the display brightness. Adjust the brightness according to your preferences and the conditions in the room.

  • Page 86: Setting The System Clock Sound

    Pressing the [ F] key on the remote control while the system is in the Standby mode will display the time for 5 seconds. Time display diff ers (24 Hour clock display or AM/ PM display) according to area. K-821DV...

  • Page 87: Auto Power Save

    Auto Power Save (A.P.S.) Related Information Auto Power Save (A.P.S.) is automatically turns the system off if no operation is per- formed for 30 minutes after a CD/DVD or a USB connected device stops playing. Press the [MODE] key. Select "A.P.S. SET". Press the [C] or [D] key.

  • Page 88: Setting The Power Supply

    Press the [ENTER] key. Select "ON" or "OFF". Press the [A] or [B] key. Power is always supplied when the system is turned on. Power is supplied only when the device is selected as an input source. Press the [ENTER] key. K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 89: Tv Audio In

    TV AUDIO IN Related Information When the TV set that is connected with the system through HDMI selects the built-in TV tuner, this function switches the audio input of the system from "HDMI" to "D-IN". To enable the TV AUDIO IN function, CEC must be turned on in addition to the setting of this function. (See P.95) Press the [MODE] key.

  • Page 90: Activating The Subwoofer Sound

    Press the [C] or [D] key. Press the [ENTER] key. Select "ON" or "OFF". Press the [A] or [B] key. The audio output from the sub- woofer turns on. The audio output from the sub- woofer turns off . Press the [ENTER] key. K-821DV...

  • Page 91: System Settings

    System Settings Related Information This section explains how to change the system settings as needed. To do so, display the system setting screen on the TV screen. Displaying the System Setting Screen The system setting screen is available while playback is stopped or when a disc The system setting screen is available while playback is stopped or when a disc is not loaded.
  • Page 92 4:3 PS: Pan scan. Used for normal (4:3) TVs. The system cuts off the left and right sides of wide pic- tures. (Note that the letter box is used if the disc does not support the pan scan.) K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 93 Display Settings System Settings • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information Setting item Description PICTURE SOURCE Select the setting suitable for the picture source. AUTO: Automatically determines the source material (FILM/VIDEO). FILM: Suitable for the fi lm source as well as the video source recorded in the progressive scanning mode.
  • Page 94 Linear PCM with 44.1kHz, 16 bit MP3/WMA/WAV/MPEG1/ Linear PCM with 32/44.1/48kHz, 16 bit MPEG2 fi les About the [DIGITAL OUT] terminal: 20 or 24 bit signal may be output for some DVDs that have no copyright protection setting. K-821DV K-821DV...
  • Page 95 Display Settings System Settings • RPage XX Related • RPage XX Information OTHERS setting screen OTHERS setting screen : Default setting Setting item Description RESUME Turn ON/OFF. (See P.32) ON SCREEN GUIDE Turn ON/OFF. (See P.31) Turn on/off the CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for the HDMI connection be- tween the system and the TV set.
  • Page 96 Uzbek Esperanto Kurdish Sanskrit Vietnamese Estonian Kirghiz Sindhi Volapuk Basque Latin Sango Wolof Persian Lingala Serbo-Croatian Xhosa Finnish Sinhala Yoruba Fijian Lithuanian Slovenian Zulu Faroese Latvian Samoan Western Frisian Malagasy Shona Irish Maori Somali Scottish Gaelic Macedonian Albanian K-821DV K-821DV...

  • Page 97: Maintenance

    Maintenance This chapter explains what to do when error messages appear on the display or when problems arise. It also describes how to store and maintain the system so it continues to give pleasure for many years to come. Messages ……………………………………………………98 Troubleshooting ……………………………………………99 Glossary of Terms …………………………………………...

  • Page 98: Messages

    The component connected to the [DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL)] terminal on the rear panel of the main unit is not turned on. Alternatively, there is no signal input... . . There is no TAG information. (See P.27) K-821DV...

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Whenever the system is not operating as expected, check the following tables to see if you can resolve the problem yourself before requesting service. Amplifi er/ Speakers Symptoms Solution Ref. page No sound output Check all connections as described in <Connecting the 10-15 System>.
  • Page 100 The DVD specifi cations provide for selection at the menu screen. Select at the menu screen of the disc. A VCD cannot be played Menu playback is available only with VCD discs recorded — using menus. with P.B.C. K-821DV...
  • Page 101 Troubleshooting iPod Symptoms Solution Ref. page The iPod cannot be at- Check to see whether the correct Dock adapter is used. tached fi rmly. Then check to see whether the connector between the iPod and the system is not damaged, and reconnect them.

  • Page 102: Remote Control

    Solution Ref. page The main unit and Connect the player using the dedicated cable PNC-150. Check whether the connected model is compatible. remote control can- not control a Kenwood digital audio player. Remote control Symptoms Solution Ref. page The remote control does Load new batteries.

  • Page 103: Resetting The Microcomputer

    Troubleshooting Resetting the microcomputer Symptoms Solution Microcomputer mal- Malfunctions may occur due to an external cause or because a connec- function (the system tion cord was unplugged while the system was turned on. does not work, the Use the procedure below to reset the microcomputer. display is faulty, etc.).

  • Page 104: Glossary Of Terms

    DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is the standard for connection between PC and display. HDCP HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) is copy- right protection technology for prevention of illegal dupli- cation of video contents. It is used in encryption of digital interfaces such as DVI and HDMI. K-821DV...

  • Page 105: Care And Storage

    Care and Storage Care and storage of main unit Care and storage of discs Keep the system out of the following lo- Storing a disc cations If you do not plan to use a disc for a long time, re- move it from the main unit and store it in its case.

  • Page 106: Specifi Cations

    Interface ......USB2.0 (Full speed) USB1.1 compatible File system..................FAT 16/32 Supply current ..............Max. 500 mA Notes: Kenwood follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifi cations may be changed without notice. Suffi cient performance may not be exhibited at extremely cold locations (where water freezes).
  • Page 107 Kenwood Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS N0.21 CFR 1040. 10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J. Location : Back Panel 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.

  • Page 108: For Your Records

    This symbol is labeled on the products whose impacts on the environment are minimized by Kenwood. 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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