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Names and functions of parts ... 8 Connections ... 14 – 29 Setup Setup menu and its operations ... 30 KRF-V7300D Speaker setup –"Easy Setup"– ... 31 KRF-V9300D and KRF-V8300D Speaker setup –"Auto Setup"(Auto Room EQ)– ... 32 If a message is displayed Setting Room EQ ...
Special Features \ HDMI™(High-Definition Multimedia Interface) repeater function HDMI™(High-Definition Multimedia Interface) repeater function Compatibility with the HDMI interface can transfer HDTV video and latest high-quality audio. It makes possible entertainment of high-quality video recorded on Blu-Ray discs as well as high-quality audio including Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and multi- channel PCM audio.
• The illustrations of the main unit display panel and the examples of operations are shown for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual view or operation. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D The knob on the main unit is pointed with an arrow to indicate that it can be turned in either direction.
• Certain conditions while using an iPod can cause contents stored on the iPod to be lost. Note that Kenwood will not be held liable for any losses arising out of loss of stored contests. Displayble characters •...
−Dolby True HD −DTS Master Audio −DTS High Resolution Audio STRAIGHT DECODE indicator Lights up when STRAIGHT DECODE mode is on. Remote sensor VOLUME CONTROL knob PHONES jack KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D DOLBY HIGH STRAIGHT DIGITAL HDMI LINK READY DEFINITION DECODE MULTI CONTROL...
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Display Display 3 / 8 3 lights up during playback and 8 lights up during play- pause of the iPod. SP(speaker) A/B The indicator(s) corresponding to the front speakers in use lights up. KRF-V9300D/ KRF-V8300D: AUTO ROOM EQ Lights up during measurement by Auto Room EQ or when Room EQ is on.
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Names and functions of parts Remote control unit Remote control unit KRF-V7300D KRF-V8300D KRF-V7300D SUBTITLE KRF-V7300D AUDIO KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D PURE AUDIO RECEIVER STANDBY MODE DOLBY STRAIGHT LISTEN MODE DECODE VIRTUAL AUTO ROOM EQ SETUP TONE ENTER SOUND MULTI CONTROL TOP MENU...
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PTY key Press to search a radio station by program type. Á DVD key Press to switch the Kenwood DVD player ON/OFF. PURE AUDIO MODE key Press to switch the PURE AUDIO MODE function ON/OFF. & LISTEN MODE 2/3 keys Press to switch the listen mode.
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Press to switch the repeat play of the iPod. Use to operate the Kenwood DVD player.* • * For how to be able to use the keys to operate the Kenwood DVD player, see <Remote control operations for Kenwood DVD players>.
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Operation Operation Operate the remote control unit by pointing it to the remote sensor of this unit. When this unit is in standby mode (which is indicated by lighting of the standby indicator), pressing the [ON] key turns this unit ON. Pressing the [STANDBY] key turns this unit OFF (standby mode).
• Leave some space around the unit (from the largest outside dimension including projection) equal to or greater than, shown below. Side panel : 10 cm Back panel : 10 cm KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Speaker placement Front speaker Front speaker Center speaker...
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Connecting components equipped with HDMI terminals The HDMI connection can transfer both the video and audio signals through a single HDMI cable. It makes possible entertainment of high- quality video recorded on Blu-ray discs as well as high-quality audio including Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and multi-channel PCM audio.
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Use connection A (digital) or F (analog). Use the digital connection (connection A) to enjoy digital surround broadcasting, etc. in a surround system environment. • The HDMI video cannot be viewed unless the TV monitor is equipped with the HDMI terminal. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D...
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AUDIO CENTER AUTO ROOM EQ MIC IN PLAY IN PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN PLAY IN FRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFER SUB WOOFER MD/TAPE VIDEO1 VIDEO2 DVD/6CH IN PRE OUT ANTENNA FM 75 ‒ WHITE SPEAKER A SPEAKER B FRONT SPEAKERS (6 –...
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When the video signal input from the VIDEO, S-VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminal is converted and output at the HDMI output, the resolution of the video signal can be selected. (See <Switching the video resolution> u.) KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D This Unit AV Control Center...
Connecting a CD player Connect the audio line: Connection A (digital) or B (analog). AUDIO PLAY IN PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN MD/TAPE VIDEO1 ANTENNA FM 75 ‒ WHITE SPEAKER A FRONT SPEAKERS (6 – 16 ) PLAY IN PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN MD/TAPE AUDIO OUT...
• Disable the HDMI input if making the connection above. (See <HDMI input setup -"HDMI Input"-> ‚.) • When the connected DVD player and/or TV monitor have the HDMI terminals, it is recommended to use the HDMI connection. (See <Connecting components equipped with HDMI terminals> %.) KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D CENTER AUTO ROOM EQ...
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Connecting a DVD player with multi-channel audio output terminal Connecting a DVD player with multi-channel audio output terminal AUDIO PLAY IN PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN MD/TAPE VIDEO1 ANTENNA FM 75 ‒ WHITE SPEAKER A SPEAKER B FRONT SPEAKERS (6 –...
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• Disable the HDMI input if making the connection above. (See <HDMI input setup -"HDMI Input"-> ‚.) • When the connected Video player and/or TV monitor have the HDMI terminals, it is recommended to use the HDMI connection. (See <Connecting components equipped with HDMI terminals> %.) KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D AUDIO CENTER...
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Connecting the video recorder component Connect the audio line: Connection B. Connect the video line: Connection A. Connect the TV monitor. Connect as shown in <Connecting a TV Monitor> ^. PLAY IN PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN MD/TAPE ANTENNA FM 75 ‒...
➡ Update the software version of the iPod by referring to < iPod models usable with this unit> 7. The battery is low. ➡ Wait until the battery is charged. "Disconnect" : The iPod is disconnected. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D CENTER AUTO ROOM EQ iPod MIC IN 5V 500mA...
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Connecting an MD recorder / a cassette deck Connect the audio line: Connection A and B. PLAY IN PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN AUDIO IN MD recorder or cassette deck • Connection B is not necessary if the connected component is not used for recording. Connecting to the [AV AUX] jacks A component that is usually not connected to this unit, such as a portable video camera, can be connected to the [AV AUX] jacks on the front panel of this unit.
• When only one surround back speaker is used, connect it to the [SURROUND BACK L] terminal. • When connecting the second set of front speakers or a set of speakers installed in another room, connect them to the [SPEAKER B] terminals. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D CENTER...
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How to connect the wire to terminals How to connect the wire to terminals Strip the vinyl coating of the wire by a length of about 1 cm. Loosen the knob. Insert the wire. Insert until the metallic conductor becomes invisible. Tighten the knob.
Insert the antenna cord. Insert until the metallic conductor becomes invisible. Release the lever. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D AM loop antenna Install in a position as apart as possible from this unit, the TV monitor, personal computer, speaker cords and power cord, and place in an orientation that can offer the best reception condition.
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Turning this unit ON DVD IN VIDEO2 IN MONITOR OUT HDMI NITOR OUT Do not remove this part for your safety. After completing all of the necessary connections, connect the power cord to a wall power outlet. The standby indicator on the front panel lights red to indicate the standby mode. Press the [ (Power)] key of this unit or the [ON] key of the remote control unit to turn this unit ON.
KRF-V9300D and KRF-V8300D : The "Auto Setup" mode can also be initiated by pressing the [AUTO ROOM EQ] key. KRF-V7300D : For Easy Setup mode, press the [EASY SETUP] key. Use [MULTI CONTROL 2/3] to select an item and press [ENTER].
KRF-V7300D Speaker setup –"Easy Setup"– The speaker settings can be completed by simply selecting the room type and listening position. The audio will be corrected automatically according to the characteristics of the speaker system in use. If more detailed speaker settings are required, use the procedure in <Speaker setup –"Manual Setup"–>...
ANTENNA FM 75 VIDEO1 OUT ‒ ‒ WHITE SPEAKER A SPEAKER B FRONT SPEAKERS (6 – 16 ) If headphones are plugged in, unplug them. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D OPTICAL OPTICAL COAXIAL VIDEO2 IN MONITOR OUT CD(ASSIGNABLE) VIDEO2 DIGITAL IN HDMI VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO...
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Continue the measurement. 7 If a confirmation message (fi) is displayed: Use [MULTI CONTROL 3] to select "Continue". [ENTER] If an error message (›) is displayed: Use [MULTI CONTROL 3] to select "Retry". [ENTER] The measurement starts again. Auto Setup completes. The display changes from "Analyzing"...
"E7 : DSP" : A communication error occurred inside the unit. ➡ Retry measurement. If the same error message reappears, contact your nearest Kenwood service counter. "E8 : Time Out" : The measurement took too long time due to a certain cause.
Confirmation messages "C1 : Phase L" / "C1 : Phase R" : The +/- connection polarity of the front left or right speaker is inverted. ➡ Ensure that the front left or right speaker is connected with correct +/- polarity. "C1 : Phase SL"...
"CNTR Off" "SURR Large" Surround speaker "SURR Normal" "SURR Off" KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Press [ENTER] to enter the setting. • Reference for speaker size "Large" : "Normal" : A speaker with a lower bass reproduction capability If you cannot identify the size of a speaker, it is recommended to set it to "Normal".
Speaker level –"SP Level"– Speaker level –"SP Level"– Adjust the volume levels of the speakers so that all of them are approximately identical. Select "SP Level". [SETUP] [MULTI CONTROL 2/3] [ENTER] Select the test tone output method. [MULTI CONTROL 2/3] [ENTER] Display Setting...
• Subwoofer Remix cannot be setup if the Subwoofer is set to "SUBW Off" or the Front speakers are set to "FRNT Normal". KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Crossover –"Crossover"– Crossover –"Crossover"– The crossover frequency is the lower limit of the bass frequencies reproduced from the speakers set to "Normal"...
Input assignment –"Assignment"– Input assignment –"Assignment"– The input source for the signal output at the CD (ASSIGNABLE) terminal can be assigned: CD, VIDEO1 or AUX. Select "Assignment". [SETUP] [MULTI CONTROL 2/3] [ENTER] Select the input source to be assigned. Use [MULTI CONTROL ∞/5] to select the input. [ENTER] Display Setting...
(VIDEO, S-VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminal) "VIDEO2 Off" and the audio input becomes the digital (optical or coaxial) or analog audio input. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D HDMI setup –"HDMI Setup"– HDMI setup –"HDMI Setup"– The HDMI control functions can be set. Enter the HDMI Setup mode.
Audio Out Audio Out This function selects whether the output destination of the audio input is the TV or this unit. Select "Audio Out" in <HDMI setup –"HDMI Setup"– > ‚. Set the HDMI audio output destination. [MULTI CONTROL ∞/5] [ENTER] Display Setting...
"TV AUDIO Off" this unit does not change). • "TV Audio In" can be set when "HDMI Link" is on. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Locking the setups –"Setting Lock"– The setups of this unit can be locked so that they will not be altered by accidental press of keys.
Confirming the HDMI function Note that some HDMI control functions may not work with certain components and TV that are not compatible with them. To use the HDMI control functions properly, it is recommended to confirm the HDMI control functions usable with each connected component by performing the steps described below.
The speaker system(s) to be used light up. • Speaker system B cannot be selected when the input mode is "6ch Input". KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Selecting the input mode Selecting the input mode ¶ Operation available only on the main unit of this unit.
Playback VOLUME CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR AV AUX/iPod VOLUME Input source keys Select the source. Use the Input source keys on the remote control unit to select a source. Or use [INPUT SELECTOR] knob or [AV AUX/iPod] key on the main unit. Start playback from the selected source.
Press [PURE AUDIO MODE]. PURE AUDIO MODE is also canceled when the [LISTEN MODE] or [STRAIGHT DECODE] key is operated. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D • When the input mode is "6ch Input", the listen mode does not change. (<Selecting the input mode> r) •...
KRF-V9300D Switching the video resolution ¶ Operation available only on the remote control unit. Press to select the resolution of the HDMI video output as a result of conversion of an analog video signal. RESOLUTION Press [RESOLUTION] to select the resolution. Each press switches the setting as follows.
[+10] key makes it possible to skip 10 items at a time. After selecting the track, press [ENTER] or [6] key to start its playback. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D To select a menu in a different category (Video compatible iPod only) Press [MUSIC] or [VIDEO] on the remote control unit.
iPod operation DISPLAY TIME iPod SHUFFLE REPEAT Play and pause Play and pause Press [6]. Pressing [6] during play will pause the play. Pressing it again will cancel pausing. The name of the currently playing file is displayed. File skip File skip Press [4] or [¢].
These indicators show the input channels used with the playing music and video. • These indicators do not show the channels selected in the current listen mode. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D 7.1ch surround sound system TV / SCREEN Front Left speaker SW : Subwoofer...
Surround play using the listen mode Select the listen mode according to the source being played back. LISTEN MODE LISTEN MODE Preparations • Turn the components to be used ON. • Complete <Speaker setup>. • Select the source you wish to play back with surround sound.
/3 : /4 : 2ch : Others : Dual Mono ( • For "LFE" and "S" input channel indicators, see <About indicators> p. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital EX Others ), 3/0 ( ), 3/1 (...
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DTS, DTS 96/24 and DTS-ES source Connected audio input jack Input signal Listen mode DTS + Neo:6* DTS-ES Discrete* DTS-ES Matrix* DTS 96/24 DTS 96/24 + Neo:6* DTS 96/24 ES Matrix* Neo:6 Cinema Neo:6 Music Stereo Can be selected when one or more surround back speakers are connected. DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Low Bit Rate Audio source Connected audio input jack Input signal...
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Pro Logic II Game* Pro Logic Neo:6 Cinema Neo:6 Music Stereo Pro Logic II is selected if no surround back speakers are connected. Cannot be selected depending on the DVD-Audio content. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D HDMI, OPTICAL, HDMI HDMI COAXIAL 96kHz and lower Over 96kHz...
• It is not possible to adjust the speaker level or sound effect of the channels separately when this unit is in the 6ch Input mode. ([EASY SETUP] (KRF-V7300D), [SETUP], [SOUND], [LISTEN MODE], [ACTIVE EQ] and [TONE] will not be functional.) Adjust the speaker level with the controls of the DVD player.
(With manual tuning, stereo broadcasts will be received in monaural.) KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D • [MULTI CONTROL ∞/5] can also be use to select a station. Using RDS (Radio Data System)
RDS Auto Memory This function automatically stores up to 40 RDS stations in the preset memory. In order to use the PTY function, the RDS stations must be stored in the preset memory using the RDS AUTO MEMORY function. AUTO MEMORY BAND TUNER Press [TUNER] to select the tuner.
MULTI CONTROL P.CALL TUNER Press [TUNER] to select tuner as the source. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Use [P.CALL 4/¢] to select the desired station. Each time you press the key, another preset station is received in order. Holding down the [P.CALL 4/¢] lets you skip through the presets, receiving each preset station at 0.5 second...
While the "PTY" indicator is lit, use [P.CALL 4/¢] to select the program type of your choice. Program type Display Program type Pop Music "Pop M" Weather Rock Music "Rock M" Finance Easy Music "Easy M" Children's Program Light Classical Music "Light M"...
When the digital mode changes during recording in the "A-REC" mode, the audio input source may be interrupted momentarily. For "A-REC" mode: KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D • Recording mode cannot be set when HDMI is enabled. (See INPUT SELECTOR Recording audio (analog sources)
Adjusting the sound MULTI CONTROL ACTIVE EQ ENTER BASS BOOST ACTIVE EQ ACTIVE EQ mode ACTIVE EQ mode The optimum acoustic field effect can be selected according to the purpose of playback. Press [ACTIVE EQ]. Each press switches the mode as follows: Display Setting "Active EQ Music"...
For detailed adjustment method, see the explanation of each item. To exit the sound adjustment mode Press [SOUND]. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Speaker level adjustment Speaker level adjustment The output level from the desired speaker channels can be fine adjusted according to the properties of each source.
Panorama mode Panorama mode ¶ Pro Logic IIx Music and Pro Logic II Music mode only The acoustic field of the front channels can be expanded till the field of surround channels, which makes it possible to create sound expansion in the front of the listener. Use [MULTI CONTROL 2/3] to select "PANORAMA".
* "NIGHT Auto" can be selected only when "TrueHD" is selected in step 3. • Some Dolby Digital or DTS software may not be compatible with the Midnight mode. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D Switching the main and sub audio Switching the main and sub audio ¶ Dolby Digital and DTS mode only...
Convenient functions VOLUME CONTROL DIMMER (KRF-V7300D) VOLUME MUTE DIMMER Display dimmer adjustment Display dimmer adjustment ¶ KRF-V9300D and KRF-V8300D: Operation available only on the remote control unit. The dimmer function lets you select the brightness of the display and indicators of this unit. You might find this useful if you darken your room to watch movies or listen to music.
Remote control operations for Kenwood DVD players The remote control of this unit can control Kenwood DVD players directly without using the remote control supplied with the DVD player. Compatible DVD player models DV-4900, DV-4070B, DV-2070, DV-203, DVF-9010, DVF-K7010, DVF-5010, DVF-R9030, DVF-R7030, DVF-3530, DV-402, DV-5900, DV-5700,...
Troubleshooting Amplifier Symptom No sound from the speakers. The standby indicator blinks and sound is not output. Sound is not output from one of the speakers. Sound is not output from the surround speakers and/or the center speaker, or their sound is very soft.
The remote control is not set to the source operation mode you wish to control. The remote control has not been changed to the operation mode for the Kenwood DVD player you wish to control. Batteries are exhausted. The remote control unit is too far away from the main system, controlling angle is too large, or there is an obstacle between this unit and the remote.
Glossary Dolby Digital Digital multi-channel audio standard developed by Dolby Laboratories. It supports transmission and recording of high- quality digital audio signals from monaural up to 5.1 channels using an amount of data that is a fraction of the PCM audio format.
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HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) is copyright protection technology for prevention of illegal duplication of video contents. It is used in encryption of digital interfaces such as DVI and HDMI. "x.v.Color" and "x.v.Color" logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. KRF-V9300D/KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D...
Weight (net) KRF-V9300D... 11.0 kg (24.3 lb) KRF-V8300D/KRF-V7300D ... 10.9 kg (24.0 lb) 1. Kenwood follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice. 2. The full performance may not be exhibited in an extremely cold location (under a water-freezing temperature).
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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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