AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER VRS - N8100 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION Quick Start Reference Please read the following pages so that you can enjoy the surround sound at the best condition. (These pages give shortcut explanations on how to connect the speaker system to the receiver, set up the speakers and play a source.)
Before applying power Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. U.S.A. and Canada ... AC 120 V only Australia ... AC 240 V only Safety precautions WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Network Operations By installing the application KENWOOD PC SERVER in a PC, the data stored in the PC can be imported in the libraries for listening to or viewing music, movie and photographic data in the PC on the libraries.
Before applying power Playable files with this unit Some files may be unable to be played correctly on this unit depending on the conditions of data, connection environment and the PC in use. 7 Video data (MOVIE file) [Max. file size 2GB] Item Format MPEG1...
Ambience effects ... 38 Receiver Operations Convenient functions ... 43 Installing KENWOOD PC SERVER ... 46 Network Operating KENWOOD PC SERVER ... 48 Operations Playback of Network Server ... 54 Playback of Memory Card ... 59 Basic remote control operations for other components ...
Names and functions of parts Main unit TONE indicator, 96kHz fs indicator, AUTO DETECT indicator, DIGITAL indicator, Sleep Timer indicator CLIP indicator, MUTE indicator, DUAL SOURCE indicator Dolby Virtual Speaker indicator, Dolby Headphone indicator, ACTIVE EQ indicator, AUTO indicator, ST. indicator, TUNED indicator For Europe Only : RDS indicator, PTY indicator For Europe and Australia...
Names and functions of parts Remote control unit This remote control unit can be use not only for Kenwood products but also for other non-Kenwood products by setting the appropriate manufacturer’s setup codes. For the U.S.A., Canada and Australia: RC-R0826...
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Names and functions of parts ¢ keys Use to perform the network server operations. Use to operate the CD, DVD or MD component. CH +/- keys Use to select the channels. ! Mute key Use to temporarily mute the sound. Sound key Use to adjust the sound quality and the ambience effects.
Setting up the system CAUTION Make sure that the power cord plug is disconnected from the AC wall outlet before proceeding to connections. Also be sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the AC wall outlet before changing connections. For the connections of other system components, see pages 10 to 17.
Setting up the system Connecting Ethernet cable When not using a broadband router or hub, connect this unit directly to the PC using a cross Ethernet cable. In this case, it is required to set the IP address and subnet mask manually. ETHERNET Ethernet cable Broadband...
Setting up the system Connecting a DVD player If you have connected a DVD player to the receiver with digital connection, be sure to read the "Input mode settings", "Re-assignment of rear panel jacks" section carefully. Monitor TV COMPONENT VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT...
Setting up the system Connecting video components, audio components Audio components AUDIO LINE OUT (Audio cord) Monitor TV MONITOR VIDEO IN (Yellow RCA pin cords) VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO IN PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN PLAY IN REC OUT PLAY IN VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2...
Setting up the system Connecting video components (S VIDEO) Use the S VIDEO jacks to make connections to video compo- nents with S VIDEO IN/OUT jacks. ¶ If you use the S VIDEO jacks to connect your video playback components, be sure to use the S VIDEO jacks when con- necting your monitor and video recording components.
Setting up the system Connecting the speakers CAUTION Make sure that the power cord plug is disconnected from the AC wall outlet before proceeding to speaker cord connections. If the conductor wires on the extremity of speaker cord are untwisted, there is a risk of short-circuiting. Be sure to twist them well before connecting the speaker cord.
Setting up the system Connecting the speaker terminals Front 1 Strip coating. 3 Insert. Twist 2 Loosen. 4 Secure. Center, Surround, Surround back, Subwoofer, Attaching the speaker cord connectors; Connect each speaker cord by matching the color of the connector with that of the terminal to which the speaker cord is to be connected.
Setting up the system PRE OUT jacks connections The receiver has additional PRE OUT jacks. Note that the output from the PRE OUT jacks needs to be connected to an external power amplifier. If you want to connect surround back speakers to these jacks, be always sure to connect two surround back speakers for the left and right.
Setting up the system Connecting the antennas The broadcast reception cannot be made unless the antennas are connected. Connect the antennas correctly as instructed below. AM loop antenna The supplied loop antenna is for use indoors. Place it as far as possible from the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and power cord, and adjust the direction for best reception.
Let’s play DVD video software Let’s play DVD video software STEP 1 Connect the speakers, TV and DVD to the receiver For details, see "Setting up the system" CAUTION Make sure that the power cord plug is disconnected from the AC wall outlet before proceeding to speaker cord connections. If the conductor wires on the extremity of speaker cord are untwisted, there is a risk of short-circuiting.
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ON/STANDBY INPUT SELECTOR ENTER MULTI CONTROL %/fi/@/# If you connect KENWOOD speaker system KS-2100HT, KS-3100EX, KS-708HT, KS-308HT, KS-708HT+KS-308EX, KS-308HT+ KS-308EX, KS-908HT or KS-908EX: Press to select the model of the connected speaker system and press "HTB1 6.1CH": Speaker system KS-3100EX.
Preparing for playback Speaker settings To enable you to obtain optimum enjoyment from the receiver’s listening modes, make sure to complete the speaker settings (subwoofer, front, center, surround and surround back speakers) as described below. ENTER POWER ON/STANDBY MULTI CONTROL %/fi/@/# ON/STANDBY POWER RCVR...
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ENTER (or the Enter key) again to establish the setup. ÷ Select “No” to return to the status before setup. ÷ When you use a KENWOOD speaker system and select “HTB1 6.1CH”, “HTB1 5.1CH”, “HTB2 6.1CH”, “HTB2 5.1CH”, “HTB3 6.1CH” or “HTB3 5.1CH” set the speaker setup, the audio will be corrected automatically accord- ing to the speaker characteristics.
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Preparing for playback 2 “Front Normal”: Average size front speakers are connected to the re- ceiver. ÷ When the subwoofer setting is “Subwoofer On”, front speakers setting is “Front Large” and a stereo source is played, the low frequencies may be reproduced through the front speakers and no audio output from the subwoofer in certain listen modes.
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Preparing for playback Adjust the speaker volume level. From your usual listening position, adjust the volume levels. The volume levels from each speaker should be the same. ÷ In this step 6, only the speaker channels that have been set and require the volume level adjustment are displayed.
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Preparing for playback 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the Multi @ / # keys) to select “Speaker Distance” on setup displays, and press the ENTER (or the Enter key). 2 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the Multi @ / # key) to select the unit and press the ENTER (or the Enter key).
Preparing for playback Re-assignment of rear panel jacks The assignment of the input selector positions to the digital audio and component video input jacks can be changed as desired. Perform the operations in “Preparation” in “Speaker settings” and its procedure steps 1 to 3. 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL @ / # (or the Multi @ / # keys) to select “Assignment”...
Preparing for playback Network settings This unit can be connected to a PC through a LAN circuit. It is required to set up the network before connecting this unit to the PC. ENTER POWER ON/STANDBY MULTI CONTROL ON/STANDBY %/fi/@/# POWER RCVR Return Preparation Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the...
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Preparing for playback “Main” Setting The settings available in this menu includes the setting of the language of the OSD menu, setting of the video format used when this unit outputs the video or photo data in PC that has been input through the network, setting of the screen saver, setting of the black level, and updating of the firmware.
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Preparing for playback "Black Level Setup” Setting: This setting item is used to set the black level. Network Setup NET LINK Back Back Back Main Menu Language 7.5 IRE Video Out 0 IRE Screen Saver Black Level Setup Fifmware Update 1 "7.5 IRE": Standard black level for the USA and Canada.
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3 Click on [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)], click on the [Properties] button. ÷ When setting the IP address of this unit manually, set it so that it is not identical to the IP address checked here. Example: PC: 192.168.1.2 VRS-N8100: 192.168.1.1 Check IP address here.
Normal playback Some preparatory steps are needed before starting playback. POWER ON/STANDBY ON/STANDBY INPUT SELECTOR RCV Mode POWER RCVR Input Mode Turning on the receiver 1 Turn on the power to the related components. 2 Turn on the power to this receiver by pressing the POWER ON/STANDBY or the ON/STANDBY the POWER RCVR key).
Normal playback Listening with headphones DUAL SOURCE VOLUME 5/∞ DUAL SOURCE INPUT "DUAL SRC" indicator PHONES DUAL SOURCE ON/OFF 1 Connect headphones to the PHONES jack. 2 Use the VOLUME CONTROL knob (or the VOL +/– keys) to adjust the volume. Playing difference sources through speakers and headphones (DUAL SOURCE function) While you enjoy audio listening through the speakers, another person...
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Normal playback Input level adjustment (analog sources only) If the input level of an analog source signal is too high, the "CLIP" indicator will lights up to indicate the source signal. Adjust the input level. 1 Press the RCV Mode key on the remote control unit to set it to the receiver control mode.
Recording Analog sources INPUT SELECTOR 1 Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or the input selector key) to select the source (other than "VIDEO 1") you want to record. 2 Put the component connected to the VIDEO 1 jacks to the record-pause mode.
Listening to radio broadcasts The receiver can store up to 40 stations in the memory and recall them by one-touch operation. Radio stations can be classified into RDS (Radio Data System) stations and other stations. To listen to or store RDS stations in the preset memory see "Using RDS (Radio Data System) (For Europe)". Tuning (non-RDS) radio stations INPUT SELECTOR BAND...
Listening to radio broadcasts Receiving preset stations INPUT SELECTOR TUNER Numeric keys Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or the TUNER key) to select tune as the source. Enter the number of the preset station you want to receive (up to "40"). Press the numeric keys in the following order: For "15", press 0,0,)
Using RDS (Radio Data System) RDS is a system that transmits useful information (in the form of digital data) for FM broadcasts along with the broadcast signal. Tuners and receivers designed for RDS reception can extract the information from the broadcast signal for use with various functions, such as automatic display of the station name.
Using RDS (Radio Data System) (For Europe only) Presetting RDS stations (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. Use the INPUT SELECTOR key (or the TUNER key) to select tune as the source.
Front Speakers. However, in order to enjoy the benefit of true 6.1 channel Dolby Digital Surround EX sound, KENWOOD recommends that you connect a full set of speakers. Dolby PRO LOGIC II x/ Dolby PRO LOGIC II...
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Ambience effects DTS-ES The DTS-ES (Digital Theater System-Extended Surround) represents 6.1-channel Discrete Surround format, expanding upon 5.1 surround. DTS-ES format is a 6.1 channel sound system for movie theaters that includes an additional surround center channel matrixed within sur- round left and surround right. It’s compatible on predecessor DTS 5.1 system.
Ambience effects Dolby Virtual Speaker The Dolby Virtual Speaker features a virtual surround sound field. This implements an effect as if there are multiple speakers in the listening room. Dolby Headphone When headphones are used in music listening, the audio of the left (or right) channel reaches only the left (or right) year so the listener cannot feel the presence of acoustic images on the front.
Ambience effects Surround play The desired listen mode can be selected according to the input signal. "Dolby D" indicator INPUT SELECTOR "DTS" indicator Input Mode Listen Mode5/ ∞ Preparations ÷ Turn ON related components. ÷ Complete "Preparing for playback" (speaker settings). ÷...
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Ambience effects Listen modes available with analog or PCM playback: Main example of medium: Digital sources including DVD 96 kHz linear PCM and CD. Analog source such as VCR or radio broadcasting. 1 "Dolby PL IIx Movie": DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx surround MOVIE mode *1 2 "Dolby PL IIx Music": DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx surround MUSIC mode *1 *2 3 "Dolby PL IIx Game":...
Convenient functions You can make further adjustments to the sound while listening to playback in the surround mode. ÷ The mode using Sound key is defeated when the REC MODE is MULTI CONTROL % / fi / @ / # ENTER RCV Mode Dimmer...
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Convenient functions Switching between main audio and sub audio (DOLBY DIGITAL mode only) When listening to audio multiplex broadcasting such as two-language satellite digital broadcasting, the main and sub audio can be switched over. 1 Press the RCV Mode key on the remote control unit to set it to the receiver control mode.
Convenient functions Center Image mode (Only when the input signal is a 2-channel signal in the DTS NEO:6 MUSIC mode.) In the CENTER IMAGE setting mode of the NEO:6 MUSIC listen mode, it is possible to enhance the center channel audio by adjusting the center signal component.
Installing KENWOOD PC SERVER By installing the application KENWOOD PC SERVER in a PC, the data stored in the PC can be imported in the libraries for listening to or viewing music, movie and photographic data in the PC on the libraries.
(if necessary you can find a link to your local website on www.kenwood.com <http:/ /www.kenwood.com>). ÷ How to check the current version of KENWOOD PC SERVER ; Lanch the KENWOOD PC SERVER, select [Help] Infomatioin] 1 Uninstall the current KENWOOD PC SERVER and Java 2 Runtime, then reboot the PC.
Double-click on shortcut icon on the desktop to launch the KENWOOD PC SERVER. Do not attempt to launch KENWOOD PC SERVER more than once. Names and functions of window components 1 Folder window: Displays the contents of the PC’s hard disk drive in the directory tree format.
Operating KENWOOD PC SERVER When MUSIC files or PHOTO files are imported as “Temporary”: Only the files stored in the folders in the highest layer below the specified folders are imported. (The files located in folders below the folders in the highest layer cannot be played back.)
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Operating KENWOOD PC SERVER ÷ It is also possible to select multiple contents and drag & drop them together. In the menu bar, select [File] \ [Save] and then click on [OK]. ÷ The same operation is also possible by clicking on the [SAVE] button.
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Operating KENWOOD PC SERVER Operation of import by selecting a folder: When a genre box is selected in the library box (field on the bottom left), a new album box is created and the contents in the folder selected in the library list window (field on the top right) are imported in the album box.
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Operating KENWOOD PC SERVER Importing contents in the [PHOTO LIBRARY] Click on the [PHOTO] tag to select the [PHOTO LIBRARY]. [PHOTO] [IMPORT] Genre box button Select the genre box or album box for the contents to be imported. The library box displays the genre boxes for the [PHOTO LIBRARY], such as [2004], [Family] and [MyPicture] boxes.
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Operating KENWOOD PC SERVER How to add an album box: Select the genre box to which you want to add an album box click the mouse right button. When a pull-down menu is displayed, select [Add Album]. ÷ Input the album box name and click on the [OK] button to add the specified album box.
Playback of Network Server When the KENWOOD PC SERVER software is installed in the PC, libraries can be constructed by grouping contents and their contents can be played back. The contents should be edited and/or deleted before connection to the PC server.
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Playback of Network Server Select the contents to be played in the library display. The library display for the library selected in step 2 is displayed. When the "MOVIE LIBRARY" has been selected : 1 Use the MULTI CONTROL %/fi/@ / # (or the Multi %/ fi/@ / # keys) to select the genre icon.
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Playback of Network Server 3 Use the MULTI CONTROL %/fi/@ / # (or the Multi %/fi/@ / # keys) to select the contents icon, and press the ENTER (or the Enter key). (The same operation is also available by selecting a con- tents icon and pressing the 6 key.) ÷...
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Playback of Network Server Operation keys of the playback display The following operations are available on the playback display. (Some operations may be unavailable depending on the played content.) 7 STOP MULTI CONTROL %/fi/@/# ENTER ¢/4 1/¡ Video Out Return MOVIE Operation key with the "MOVIE LIBRARY"...
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Playback of Network Server Switching the video outputs MOVIE If the video format used by the content does not match that used by the TV monitor, the output of the content may be abnormal. To obtain a normal video output, switch the video output of this unit. During stop status, press the Video Out key to switch the video output signals as shown below.
Playback of Memory Card Contents in a memory card, such as photo images captured using a digital camera, can be played back on this unit. (JPEG format only) Layers which can be played back Files in folders within the second layer can be played back. Memory Card Playback possible.
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÷ The top and bottom ends, or the left and right ends of P H O TO MEMORY CARD PATH : / kenwood the folder display in the level immediately above the present level. operation is also available by pressing the Home key) Select a folder and press the Enter key to view the photo images in the album.
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3 = x 3.25 = x 3.5 = x 3.75 = x 4 = x 1 = x 1.25 = ... "ANGLE 2" (90° rotation) = "ANGLE 3" (180° rotation) = "ANGLE 4" (270° rotation) = "ANGLE 1" = "ANGLE 2" ... File Name : /dcim/kenwood/001.jpg File Size : 712 KB Resolution...
Refer to the setup code lists to find the setup code for the component to be registered. Example: To register a DVD made by KENWOOD, you would enter "0490" or "0534". Press the input selector key (DVD, VID1, VID2, AUX, F.AUX , Game or TV) you want to register a system component.
Basic remote control operations for other components Checking the codes The 4-digit setup codes registered in the input selector keys can be checked as follows. Press the input selector key in which the setup code of the desired component is registered. Press and hold the Remote Setup key until the LED blinks twice, then release the Remote Setup key.
Even when a component is manufactured by a maker listed in the setup code chart, it may be unable to be registered depending on the model and year of production. Also, when a setup code of a non-KENWOOD maker is registered, certain component models may be unable to be controlled or only the limited functions may be controllable.
Even when a component is manufactured by a maker listed in the setup code chart, it may be unable to be registered depending on the model and year of production. Also, when a setup code of a non-KENWOOD maker is registered, certain component models may be unable to be controlled or only the limited functions may be controllable.
2 Press the keys corresponding to the operations you desire. Refer to the following sections for details. These keys can be used to perform the basic operations of KENWOOD and other manufacturers’ components which the setup code for each component had been entered beforehand.
2 Press the keys corresponding to the operations you desire. Refer to the following sections for details. These keys can be used to perform the basic operations of KENWOOD and other manufacturers’ components which the setup code for each component had been entered beforehand.
÷ Check the setup of the KENWOOD PC SERVER application. ÷ Press “SAVE” of the KENWOOD PC SERVER and reload it. ÷ The audio format used by the file may be incompatible with this unit. Try a video data (movie file) recorded using an audio format that is compatible with this unit.
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In case of difficulty Amplifier Symptom No sound from the speakers. Sound is not output from the speaker, or their sound is very small. The standby indicator blinks and sound is not output. The audio and video of a different channel are output.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): If you still have questions concerning the product after reading this manual, please consult the FAQ section on the KENWOOD website of your resident country (if necessary you can find a link to your local website on www.kenwood.com <http:// www.kenwood.com>).
-signal ... 0.64 Vp-p / 75 Ω Notes 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).
Coaxial (DVD, VIDEO 2) ... 0.5 Vp-p / 75 Ω Notes 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).
Firmware Update IMPORTANT: Be sure to update the KENWOOD PC SERVER sofware to the latest version before updating the Firmware. The latest information and procedure to update your KENWOOD PC SERVER software and VRS-N8100 Firmware can be found in the "Technical Support" / "Service" section on the website of your resident country (if necessary you can find a link to your local website on www.kenwood.com <http://www.kenwood.com>).
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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.