Kenwood XD-DV9 Instruction Manual

Kenwood XD-DV9 Instruction Manual

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DVD COMPACT HIFI SYSTEM
XD-DV9

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION
COMPACT
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
B60-4900-08 (T/M/X)
OC
DIGITAL VIDEO
DIGITAL VIDEO
00/03
COMPACT

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    DVD COMPACT HIFI SYSTEM XD-DV9 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION COMPACT COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO B60-4900-08 (T/M/X) 00/03 COMPACT DIGITAL VIDEO DIGITAL VIDEO...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker class. There is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) WOOFER PRE OUT ANTENNA...
  • Page 3: Accessories

    (Accessory only for regions where use is necessary.) DEMO DEMO OFF (To cancel demonstration): Press the DEMO key when demonstration is ON. DEMO ON (To execute demonstration): Press the DEMO key when demonstration is OFF. Introduction XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) –...
  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    20. Safety check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operating condition. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Sleep timer ... 50 Timer Play ... 51 Timer recording ... 52 AUTO POWER SAVE function ... 53 Knowledge section Important items ... 54 Maintenance ... 54 Reference ... 54 In case of difficulty ... 55 Specifications ... 59 XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 6: Region Codes

    (as shown on the right). This is be- cause the disc has been recorded in the PAL or SECAM format. The screen may be somewhat hard to see but this is not malfunction. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 7: Video Formats

    Normal video may not be reproduced when a disc recorded with the video format marked * in the above table is played. See “Examples of TV screen display of each video format” for details. Note Note Select type of VIDEO OUTPUT on your XD-DV9 Press the LISTEN MODE key on the main unit in Power off. ÷ Each press switch the mode. 1 NTSC...
  • Page 8: Discs Information

    ÷ CD-R/CD-RW discs (Never attempt to play them.) ÷ Photo CD discs (Never attempt to play them.) Description COMPACT COMPACT COMPACT COMPACT DIGITAL VIDEO DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO 12cm 12cm One side only One side only Max. 74 min. Max. 74 min., digital XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 9: Handling Of Discs And Tapes

    In such a case, insert a pencil into the reel hole and wind the reel hub to remove the slack. 2. Endless tapes Do not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mechanism of the unit. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 10: System Connections

    3 Fix the antenna. FM 75 FM 75 safe operation. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) Malfunction of microcomputer If operation is not possible or erroneous dis- play appears even though all connections have been made properly, reset the micro- computer referring to “In case of difficulty”.
  • Page 11: Connection Of The Front Speakers

    (4 ) S VIDEO SURROUND VIDEO (4 ) AC 220-240V OUTPUT AC 110-120V FRONT AC 220-240V – – Surround speaker (left) System Connections XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) – Speaker (Left) Speaker model name Front Surround speaker system speaker system LS-DV9 CRS-DV9 LS-DV10 CRS-DV9...
  • Page 12: Connection Of The Super Woofer (Optional)

    S VIDEO DIGITAL VIDEO AC 220-240V OUTPUT OPTICAL AC 110-120V S VIDEO AC 220-240V VIDEO OUTPUT MD recorder RECORD IN PLAY OUT OPTICAL RECORD IN XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) AM ANT SPEAKERS – CENTER (4 ) SURROUND (4 ) FRONT – –...
  • Page 13: Controls And Indicators

    # VOLUME CONTROL knob & $ LISTEN MODE key % OPEN/CLOSE (0 0 0 0 0 ) key ^ Display section & DISC SELECTOR keys * Disc tray ( DISC CHANGE key XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) OPEN/CLOSE LISTEN MODE EX.BASS TAPE A/B REV.MODE REC/ARM ·...
  • Page 14: Main Unit (2)

    This section contains the cassette deck operation indicators. The indicated information includes the tape reverse mode and tape transport direction. (only for some areas) Controls and indicators DSP/EQ • ¶ PUSH OPEN TAPE § TOTAL RPT. (KARAOKE Key control) indicators XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) ‚ °...
  • Page 15: Operation Of Remote Control Unit

    ÷ Insert two R03/LR03 (“AAA”-size) bat- teries following the polarity indications. ÷ Align the poles (+ and -) properly when inserting the batteries Remote sensor POWER) key XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) 9 TAPE (A/B) key LISTEN MODE key RETURN key 0 Search (1, ¡)/TUNING keys ™...
  • Page 16: Clock Adjustment

    PM 7:00 j PM 7:01 j PM 7:02 j ••••• j PM 7:59 ÷ When the TIMER/CLOCK key is pressed while the power is off, the present time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. TIMER/CLOCK XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) Goes off STANDBY TIMER loaded in TAPE B)
  • Page 17: Let's Put Out Some Sound

    This status is referred to as the STANDBY mode, and the unit in the STANDBY mode can be turned ON from the remote control unit. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) LISTEN MODE EX.BASS VOLUME CONTROL...
  • Page 18: Changing The Tone

    ÷ Switching is not possible when the DOLBY DIGITAL indica- tor is lit. ÷ When DSP/EQ is switched ON, the EX. BASS mode and the LISTEN MODE (PRO LOGIC, 3 STEREO) are cancelled. Let's put out some sound XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) LISTEN MODE EX.BASS EX. BASS DSP/EQ...
  • Page 19: Playback Of Discs

    ÷ Each time the DISC SKIP key on the remote is pressed, the unit skips to the next disc and playback starts. ÷ When no disc is set in a tray, the unit skips to the next tray. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) The label must be on top. Disc number...
  • Page 20: Using The Display Function

    T:02 0:05:35 T:05 1:03:24 REMAIN Remaining time on disc being played ÷ To make the screen disappear, press the DISPLAY key again. Depending on the disc, the Time display function may not work. Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 21: Repeat Playback

    ÷ Depending on the disc, the A-B repeat function may not work. ÷ When in VCD 2.0 mode (MENU ON mode), this function does not work. Operation becomes possible when the MENU key is pressed and the P.B.C. display is extin- guished.) Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 22: Program Playback In A Specific Order

    PRESS PLAY TO START 5∞ RETURN ENTER To select “5”, “17” Press “), 5”, ”1, 7” DISC SKIP ÷ Use the cursor up/down (5/∞) to select CLEAR ALL TITLE (or CHAPTER or TRACK), then press the ENTER key. ENTER XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) TAPE ENTER...
  • Page 23: Random Playback

    Notes Notes Notes ÷ The function of RANDOM is operated in only CD/VCD. ÷ Press CLEAR key to resume normal playback. Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) Selected PROGRAM 2 3 RANDOM RETURN (The mark 3 is displayed when there are 21 tracks or more.)
  • Page 24: Using The Disc View Function

    TITLE MENU function to work. To cancel the INTRO SCAN function: Press the 6 key. ÷ Normal play continues from that track. Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) ∞ 5 ENTER DISC VIEW 1 TRACK VIEW 2 INDEX VIEW TRACK VIEW...
  • Page 25: Selecting Audio

    3 Press the ENTER key. 4 Use the *cursor up/down (5/∞) to select the desired language on DVD. ENTER ENGLISH FRANCAIS (An example of a disc menu ) 5 Press the ENTER key. key may be used (2/3) key . up/down (5/∞) XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 26: Selecting The Subtitle Language

    TOP MENU key may be used instead of the MENU key, and the cursor left/right instead of the Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) 1 During playback, press the MENU key on the remote. 2 Use the *cursor up/down (5/∞) to select SUBTITLE information.
  • Page 27: Selecting The Desired Screen Angle

    ENTER to zoom in 2x/ 4x/normal in order. left/right (2/3) normal MARK : 2 OFF 3 Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) Using the Zoom function 1 During playback or pause mode, press the ZOOM key on the remote. ZOOM 2 Use the cursor...
  • Page 28: Using The Bookmark Function

    MARKER : 2 1 2 3 3 PLAY 2 Use the cursor left/right (2/3) to select the bookmark number you want to delete. 3 Press the CLEAR key to delete a BOOKMARK number. Press the BOOKMARK key to turn off display. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) CLEAR...
  • Page 29: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the setup menu Setup menu function The Setup menu lets you customize your XD-DV9 Player by allowing you to select various language preferences, set up a parental level, even adjust the unit to the type of television screen you have (i.e. Widescreen)
  • Page 30: Setting Up The Language Features

    ÷ To make the SETUP MENU disappear, press the RETURN key. Note Note Note Depending on the disc, this function may not work. Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) 1 Press the SETUP key in the DISC stop mode. SETUP MENU 1 PLAYER MENU ENGLISH 2 DISC MENU...
  • Page 31 SUBTITLE language is set with the Setup menu function. In such a case, refer to "Selecting the subtitle language" on page 26. Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) 1 Press the SETUP key in the DISC stop mode SETUP MENU...
  • Page 32: Setting Up The Parental Level

    The presently set item is shown. PARENTAL CONTROL UNLOCK LOCK LEVEL 8 ADULT LEVEL 7 LEVEL 6 LEVEL 5 LEVEL 4 LEVEL 3 ENTER LEVEL 2 LEVEL 1 KIDS SAFE RETURN XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) 5∞ 0–9 keys and keys and 5∞ ENTER...
  • Page 33: Setting Up Display Options

    ÷ AUTO : When selecting AUTO, FIELD/FRAME mode will be automatically converted. ÷ ON ÷ OFF ÷ ON ÷ OFF ÷ ON ÷ OFF Playback of discs XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) SETUP MENU 1 PLAYER MENU ENGLISH 2 DISC MENU ENGLISH 3 AUDIO ENGLISH 4 SUBTITLE...
  • Page 34: Receiving Broadcast Station

    AUTO (auto tuning) MAIN UNIT REMOTE TUNING ¡ Turn the MULTI CONTROL jog dial or press the TUNING key to receive the next tuned station automatically XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) LISTEN MODE EX.BASS MULTI CONTROL DSP/EQ TAPE TAPE : Tuning indication ST : Stereo tuning indication...
  • Page 35: Storing The Broadcast Stations (One-By-One Presetting)

    MAIN UNIT REMOTE ENTER Repeat steps 1 to 4 to preset other sta- tions. P.CALL 4/¢ ENTER › ENTER P.CALL ¢ ENTER Receiving broadcast station XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) LISTEN MODE EX.BASS MULTI CONTROL DSP/EQ ENTER TAPE TAPE Blinks AUTO AUTO AUTO...
  • Page 36: Using Rds Function (For Europe And U.k. Only)

    ÷ If the CT information is not received, the “NO CT” is shown on the display. ÷ The CT clock does not update the system clock. Receiving broadcast station XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) TUNING TUNER/BAND RDS DISP AUTO R.D.S...
  • Page 37 Oldies Music Folk Music Documentary News Current Affairs Information Sports Education Drama Cultures Science Varied Speech Receiving broadcast station XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) TUNING TUNER/BAND RDS DISP Receiver Display POP M ROCK M EASY M LIGHT M CLASSICS OTHER M WEATHER FINANCE...
  • Page 38: Playback Of Tapes

    ” : playback stops after having played both side of tape in a deck. ” : Endless playback of both sides of tape. ” : playback stops after having played one side of tape. REMOTE STOP XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) TAPE A/B REV.MODE MULTI CONTROL TAPE B LISTEN MODE EX.BASS...
  • Page 39: Recording (Tape B Only)

    TAPE Tape direction indicators of currently selected deck. ÷ Start playback the source, then press the REC/ARM key. DVD/CD TAPE To stop recording MAIN UNIT XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) LISTEN MODE TAPE A/B EX.BASS TAPE(23) REV.MODE STOP(7) REC/ARM DSP/EQ...
  • Page 40: Tape Dubbing Operation

    2 HIGH x2 ENTER The cassette in TAPE A is copied to the cassette in TAPE B. ENTER ÷ Press the 7 (STOP) key to stop the Dubbing. Recording (TAPE B only) XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) LISTEN MODE TAPE A/B EX.BASS TAPE(23) STOP(7) DSP/EQ...
  • Page 41: Enjoying Karaoke Singing (Only For Some Areas)

    Karaoke mode operation is possible only when a microphone is connected. ÷ Press the KARAOKE key to turn off the display. ÷ Press 6 key to start playback ÷ Adjust volume level of the microphone. MIC VOL. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) PRO LOGIC CLEAR BOOK MARK SET UP ECHO...
  • Page 42: Convenient Features For Karaoke Singing

    ENTER This operation is possible only for discs which have this function. The indication and the operation may differ according to the disc. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) 1 Press MODE key twice. 1 “KEY CON” display 2 “VOCAL FADER” “GUIDE MELODY” display.
  • Page 43 REQUEST : 02 -- -- -- -- In case of an input error, press the CLEAR key and perform correct input. 4 Press the 6 key to start playback. “ON” KARAOKE : ON REQUEST : -- -- -- -- -- XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 44: Setting Up Surround Mode

    Setting up surround mode What are surround modes? You can experience true home-theater sound with your Kenwood XD-DV9. This system incorporates several listen modes to let you enjoy surround sound with a wide variety of program sources. Each produces multiple channels of surround-sound, but each does it differently.
  • Page 45: Setting Up Audio Options

    To select the standard range. ÷ ON : Turn 2 x audio on. ÷ OFF : Turn 2 x audio off. See page 46 Setting up surround mode XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) SETUP MENU 1 PLAYER MENU ENGLISH 2 DISC MENU ENGLISH 3 AUDIO...
  • Page 46: Positioning The Speakers

    ENTER 5∞ are displayed at the right bottom of the screen, adjustment ENTER Setting up surround mode XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) Center speaker Front speaker Super woofer (optional) Front speaker Surround speaker SETUP MENU...
  • Page 47 (B) = Df - Ds Ideal surround speaker position ÷When Df = Ds in the figure under “Delay time setting”, set this value to 0 ms. Setting up surround mode XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) Distance A Setting Approx. 40 cm 1 ms Approx. 80 cm 2 ms Approx.
  • Page 48: Dolby Pro Logic Set Up

    2 “NO” ENTER Each press switches the mode. 2 “20MS” 3 “25MS” ENTER 4 “30MS” : 1 “15MS” : Setting up surround mode XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) LISTEN MODE PRO LOGIC EX.BASS DOLBY DIGITAL PRO LOGIC 3 STEREO DSP/EQ 3 STEREO TAPE...
  • Page 49 ÷ When the ENTER key is pressed, the setting is com- pleted and the setting contents are displayed. When the ENTER key is pressed again, the setting mode is ended and return is made to the original display. XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X)
  • Page 50: Timer Function

    : 15 minutes : 30 minutes : 45 minutes : 60 minutes : 90 minutes Adjust the clock before setting the timer XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) 1 During POWER ON, Press the SLEEP key. Blinks SLEEP Each press switches the SLEEP TIME as follows.
  • Page 51: Timer Play

    2 “MW” (Tuner) 3 “LW” (Tuner) 4 “DVD/CD” 5 “TAPE” 6 “VIDEO” or MD Timer function XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) : executing a timer program once every day : executing it only once : cancelled : normal timer : timer play with gradually in- creasing volume (For other countries.)
  • Page 52: Timer Recording

    ÷ Enter the figure of hour, then press the ENTER key and enter the figure of minute. ENTER ÷ Press the ENTER key. Timer function Blinks AUTO “TIMER RECORDING” : executing a timer program once every day : executing it only once : cancelled Continued on next page... XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) ·...
  • Page 53: Auto Power Save Function

    Using the remote control unit. A.P.S. ÷ When the TUNER or VIDEO/MD input is selected, this function operates only when the volume is set to zero. Timer function XD-DV9 (EN/T,M,X) (For other countries.) 1 “FM” 2 “AM” 3 “VIDEO” or “MD” AUTO 1 Press the AUTO POWER SAVE key.
  • Page 54: Important Items

    Important items Maintenance Cleaning the head section Cotton swab Capstan Head Pinch roller Tape guides Maintenance of the Set When the front panel, the case, etc. becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use thinner, alcohol, etc., as these can cause discoloration.
  • Page 55: In Case Of Difficulty

    In case of difficulty What seems to be a malfunction is not always so. Before calling for service, check the following table according to the symptom of your trouble. Operation to reset The microcomputer may fall into malfunction (impossibility to operate, erroneous display, etc.) when the power cord is unplugged while power is ON or due to an external factor.
  • Page 56 Remote control unit Symptom Remote control operation is not possible. Cassette deck Symptom Sound cannot be produced by pressing the play key or no operation occurs even when an operation key is pressed. No operation occurs even when an opera- tion key is pressed.
  • Page 57 DVD / CD player unit Symptom Playback does not start when the play (6) key is pressed. Playback starts but no image/sound is seen/heard. The picture is disrupted when the image is fast forwarded or fast reversed. No sound is heard. The picture does not look good or the picture/sound quality is poor.
  • Page 58 DVD / CD player unit Symptom Playback will not start even after a title is selected. The viewing restriction level (RATING) can- not be changed. The voice or subtitle language selected in the initial setting is not played. No message appears on the TV screen after a key is pressed.
  • Page 59: Specifications

    SECAM ... 0.3 Vp-p (75 ) Compression format ... MPEG1/MPEG2 Digital output ... -15 dBm ~ 21 dBm 1. KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice. Notes Notes Notes 2.
  • Page 60 For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Re- fer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product.

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