Kenwood RDX-VH7 manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENW OOD CORPORA TION AMPLIFIER-TUNER/CD PLA YER CASSETTE T APE DECK RD-VH7 X-VH7 DIGITAL AUDIO COMPACT COMPACT TEXT B60-4280-10 Before installation, be sure to read “System configuration” and “Installa- tion” in this manual to ensure correct installation. 0 , ! This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 2 Before applying power Before applying power Units are designed for operation as follows. U.S.A. ............................................................................. AC 120 V only The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas) EUROPE & U.K. ............................................................ AC[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 3 Before applying power Contents Before applying power ....................................... 2 Introduction ........................................................... 6 Special features ................................................................ 7 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ................................ 8 System configuration[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 4 Before applying power Accessories Accessories supplied with RD-VH7 Accessories supplied with X-VH7 (optional) AM loop antenna (1) Audio cord (2) Remote control unit (1) Batteries (R6/AA) (2) O.T.E. Spacer for stacked installation (1) System control cord (1) Replacement front feet (2) The demonstration consists of sequential swit[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 5 Before applying power Unpacking Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost. Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your unit was shipped to you directly, notify the shipping c[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 6 Before applying power VH series Thank you for purchasing an VH series product. The VH series system components include the amplifier-tuner/ CD player, MD recorder and cas- sette deck, so the user can select and purchase desired models among them. By connecting some of these components using KENWOOD system control cords, convenie[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 7 Before applying power Special features ❑ Amplifier designed with emphasis on sound quality (Pure A amplification) The Pure A class reproduction mode is built in to improve the sound quality during low-level listening. The sound quality is switched automatically into AB-class as the volume level is de- creased to ensure transpa[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 8 Before applying power 7. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8. Electric shock – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure through openings. I[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 9 Before applying power IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 14. Abnormal smell – If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immediately turn the power OFF and unplug the appliance from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer or nearest service center. 15. Damage requiring service – The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 10 System configuration, Installation System configuration, Installation System configuration The VH series system components can be installed either vertically on the sides (lengthwise) or horizon- tally by stacking one component on another. If you purchased the RD-VH7 alone, install it properly by also referring to the instructi[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 11 System configuration, Installation When the components are to be installed horizontally for stacking, be sure to use the spacer for stacked installation which is provided with each component unit. The front feet attached at the factory to each component unit of this series can be replaced with the pro- vided replacement feet. I[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 12 System connection 1. Connection of antenna Connect the antenna as shown in the figure. Do not plug the power cord into a wall AC outlet until the connection has been completed. AM loop antenna The supplied antenna is for indoor use. Place it as far as possible from the main system, TV set, speaker cords and power cord, and set [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 13 System connection Malfunction of microcomputer If operation is not possible or errone- ous display appears even though all connections have been made prop- erly, reset the microcomputer refer- ring to “In case of difficulty”. I 2. Connection of audio cord Here, connection of separately sold components also will be explained[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 14 System connection 3. Connection of system control cord 1. Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be pro- duced or noise may interfere. 2. Before plugging or unplugging a connection cord, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet. If connection cords [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 15 System connection 4. Connection of speakers Connect the speakers as shown in the figure. Do not plug the power cord into a wall AC outlet until the connection has been completed. Super woofer (SW-500) (optional) Extremely low frequency sound is played back power- fully. Speaker (Right) (6-16 Ω ) Speaker (Left) (6-16 Ω ) ÷ [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Controls and indicators 16 Main Unit Amplifier-tuner/ CD player (RD-VH7) Controls and indicators Cassette deck (X-VH7) recording function indicator Dolby NR B-type rev.m ode crls pause C-type reverse forward direction eject standby on/standby fwd rev rec /arm crls stop pause tape loading mechanism rev.mode Dolby NR auto reverse ca[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Controls and indicators 17 9 “ 7 stop” key When power is OFF (standby): Press to display the time of the day for 5 seconds. ¡ During CD playback: Press to stop playback. ¶ 0 “enter, 6 ” key During operation mode setting: Press to set an entry. When power is OFF (standby): Press to turn the system power ON and start CD pl[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Controls and indicators 18 Remote control Unit When the system control cord is connected, this remote control can be used to operate the entire system. The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on the main unit have the same function as the keys on the main unit. Model: For U.K. and Europe ................. RC-RP0[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Controls and indicators 19 4 POWER key “ POWER” key ™ , p , E Press to switch the power of the amplifier-tuner/CD player (RD-VH7) ON and OFF (standby). When system components are connected through system control cords, press to turn the entire system power ON and OFF. This key is also used in timer programming. 5 CD play mod[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Controls and indicators 20 Operation of remote control unit Plug the power cord into a power outlet and press the “ POWER” key on the remote con- trol unit to switch the power ON. Then press the key of the function you want to control. Operation ÷ When pressing more than one remote control keys successively, press the keys se[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Controls and indicators 21 Example for adjusting at 12:30PM 1 Adjust the figure of hour by rotating the “multi control” knob. 2 Press the “enter” key. 1 Adjust the figure of minute by rotating the “multi control” knob. 2 Press the “enter” key. Enter the minute. Enter the hour. This unit incorporates a clock functio[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Hearing sound 22 When CD has been se- lected. Volume display 1. Switching the power ON (OFF). Hearing sound 3. Volume adjustment. 2. Selecting the desired output. Muting the sound temporarily When the “on/standby” key is pressed while the power is ON, the power will be switched OFF. ÷ The entire system can be switched ON and [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Hearing sound 23 Muting the sound temporarily ÷ Press again to resume the original volume. ÷ This is also cancelled when the volume is adjusted. Bass and treble compensation (N.B.: Natural Bass circuit) Each press switch the modes as follows. “N.B.1” ..... The high and the low range are compensated according to the volume (e[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Hearing sound 24 Input level adjustment RD-VH7 mode multi control enter BALANSET +3 MD P INPUT The input levels of MD, TAPE and AUX can be adjusted independently. This is intended to mini- mize the difference between input levels from different input sources when these are switched over between them. 1 Select the input source to b[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Hearing sound 25 The contrast of the LCD display on the amplifier- tuner/ CD player can be switched as desired. 1 Press the “mode” key. 2 Rotate the “multi control” knob to select “CONTRAST SET ?”, then press the “enter” key. 3 Select the desired brightness (display den- sity) by rotating the “multi control” kn[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 26 Playback of CD ÷ No adapter is necessary to play an 8 cm CD. ÷ Discs with certain special designs (transparent discs, etc.) may not be able to be ejected by the first press. In such a case, try holding the “ 0 eject” key depressed. If a disc cannot be inserted smoothly, try pushing it with a light force; this may promote [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 27 Playback of CD ÷ Each press pauses and plays the CD alternately. To pause playback ÷ Playback starts from the position where the key is released. To fast forward and backward Skipping tracks ÷ The track in the direction of the button pressed is skipped, and the selected track will be played from the beginning. ÷ When the ?[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 28 Playback of CD Time display on CD player (Remote control unit only) Each press of the “DISPLAY” key switches the displayed information items one after another. ÷ Only the time information on the track being played can be displayed during single-track repeat playback or random playback. ÷ When the total playing time of the[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 29 Playback of CD Recording a HDCD disc Use the following procedure to record digitally the digital input from a CD recorded in the HDCD for- mat. To make this possible, it is required to select whether the data from the HDCD disc is to be output as a HDCD-decoded 20-bit signal or as an ordinary 16-bit signal. (HDCD 20-bit digital[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 30 Playback of CD Listening in the desired sequence (program playback) Desired tracks in a disc can be programmed in the desired order and played back. (Max. 32 tracks) 1 Check that the CD player is in the stop mode. 2 3 Light the “PGM” indicator. Enter track Nos. in the order you want to play them. 4 Start playback. Select th[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 31 Playback of CD To add a track to the program (Remote control unit only) 1 Select the track number to be added using the numeric keys. 2 Press the “P. MODE” key. ÷ Up to 32 tracks can be programmed. When “PGM FULL” is displayed, no more tracks can be pro- grammed. ÷ When a track No. is entered, the track will be added [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 32 Playback of CD Select the “CD” input. Repeated playback To repeat a disc 1 If the PGM indicator is lit, press the “P.MODE” key to turn it off. 2 Press the “REPEAT” key repeatedly until “ALL REP.” is displayed. 3 Press the “CD 6 ” key. Desired track(s) or disc can be played repeatedly. To repeat selected trac[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 33 Playback of CD To select another track in the middle of play- ing one To cancel random playback Playing tracks in a random order (random playback) Tracks in a CD can be played back in a random or- der so that the listener can enjoy unexpected play- back of music. Select the “CD” input. 1 2 Confirm that the “PGM” indicat[...]

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RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 35 Receiving broadcast station Manual tuning and preset operation ÷ Repeat steps 123 to preset other stations. ÷ If several stations are preset under the same number, the previous memory is replaced with the latest memory contents. For U.K. and Europe ÷ For memorizing of stations other than RDS stations (FM, AM), memorize the s[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 36 RDS is a system that transmits useful informa- tion (in the form of digital data) for FM broad- casts along with the broadcast signal. Tuners and receivers designed for RDS reception can ex- tract the information from the broadcast signal for use with various functions, such as automatic display of the station name. Using R.D.S[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 37 Use the program type table on the right for your con- venience. The “P.CALL” keys let you select from all 29 program types in the order shown at right. Press the key and release it when the desired type is displayed. The numeric keys allow to you select programme types 1 to 0 di- rectly. If you want to select one of the oth[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 38 Start the search. EXAMPLE: Searching for a Rock Music broadcast. Station name display Blinks Program type name display To select another program type Repeat steps 1 , 2 and 3 . 3 ÷ No sound is heard while “ROCK M” is blinking. ÷ If the desired program type cannot be found, “NO PROG” is displayed, then after several se[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 39 When listening to the tuner: Be sure to stay tuned to stations that display both the “EON” and “RDS” indicators. To listen sources other than the tuner: 1. Tune in a station which that displays both the “EON” and “RDS” indicators, then use the “input” key to switch the input to the source you desire. 2. Even[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 40 Press the “ 0 eject” key to eject the cassette. ÷ Avoid using tapes of which the label is not firmly adhered. Y ÷ Normal (TYPE I ), high (TYPE II ), or metal (TYPE IV ) tape selection is set automatically. ÷ It is not recommended to use a 100-minute or longer cassette tapes, for these tapes a[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 41 To stop playback To reduce tape noise (Dolby NR) Transport direction indicators The “ 2 reverse” and “ 3 forward” indicators in- dicate the current direction in which the tape ad- vances when playback or recording is started au- tomatically by the easy operation function, etc. This direction[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 42 Plays the desired music program from the beginning by skipping programs until you reach the desired program. Up to 16 programs can be skipped. DPSS (Direct Program Search System) Skip search DPSS (Direct Program Search System) permits easy location of the beginning of the desired tune or skipping of[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 43 One-program repeat playback Plays a single music program repeatedly up to 16 times. Press the “ 3 fwd “ or “ 2 rev ” key during playback. ÷ The program being played will be repeated 16 times, after which normal playback resumes. ÷ When the “ 7 stop” key is pressed, playback stops and t[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 44 1. Load a tape in deck. 3. Select the source to be recorded. Recording onto cassette tape Note that this cassette deck cannot record onto Metal tapes. 2. Select the tape transport direction. 1 Press the “ 3 fwd” or “ 2 rev” key for the direction to be played . 2 Press the “ 7 stop” key. [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 45 4. Set the recording condition. 5. Start recording. 1 Press the “ ¶ rec/arm” key. 2 Play (or tune) the input source to be recorded. ÷ The recording level is adjusted auto- matically when the “crls” function is used. y ÷ Recording stops automatically when the tape side(s) to be recorded ha[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 46 2 Press the “crls” key. 1 Play the contents to be recorded (or receive the radio station to be recorded). If you press the “crls” key... The recording level is automatically adjusted and set as the recording level. In case you change the disk or change the source, set again. If you do not pr[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 47 Recording CD tracks in the desired sequence (Program recording) 1 Check that the CD player is in the stop mode. 2 3 Light the “PGM” indicator. Enter track Nos. in the order you want to record them. 4 Start recording. Select the “CD” input. ÷ Up to 32 tracks can be programmed. When “PGM FU[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 48 Recording preparations are required. r , t (Steps 1 to 4 ) When recording has been completed, a non-re- corded portion of 4 seconds will be produced and the cassette deck part will stop. The CD player will enter temporary stop condition. To record a different track, repeat the steps 1 and 2 . 1 Play[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) Recording onto cassette tape 49 2 Recording preparations are required. r , t (Steps 1 to 4 ) Start recording. 1 Check that the CD player is in the stop mode. One-touch recording of an entire CD (ONE TOUCH EDIT.....recording of all tracks) The recording of a CD can be started at the same time as starting its playback with a single,[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 50 Timer operation Be sure to adjust the clock before setting the timer. ¡ Timer operation O.T.T. timer By simply setting the ON time of O.T.T. timer playback, the power switched ON is switched OFF automati- cally in one hour after the start of timer playback. The following three kinds of timer operations are available for use ac[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 51 Timer operation ÷ To listen to CD ÷ To listen to tape Program timer playback (AI timer playback) and timer recording Two timer programs (PROG.1, PROG.2) are available. Both of them are 24-hour timer programs which can be executed every day. Each of timer reservation programs PROG.1 and PROG.2 can store the time zone and conte[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 52 Timer operation Enter the OFF time. Adjust the clock before setting the timer. Timer recording of radio broadcasts For timer playback or AI timer playback Make the desired reservation. 1 Rotate the “multi control” knob to select the record mode. Select “REC”. Press the “enter” key. 2 Select the input source. Press t[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 53 Timer operation ÷ The timer does not operate when no program is set. Set the program. Now the program timer reservation is complete. Use the same procedure as above when you want to reserve a program timer operation in PROG.2. ÷ The reservation contents cannot be cleared. The contents are cleared only when they are changed. ?[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 54 Timer operation To cancel execution of a timer program (Remote control unit only) To set the same timer program again (Remote control unit only) Press the “TIMER” key repeatedly until “PROG.1” or “PROG.2” appears. ÷ Also prepare the disc or tape and adjust the listening volume. ÷ The reservation contents are held [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 55 Important Items Handling of discs and tapes Important Items Label side Playing side Cleaning If fingerprints or foreign matter be- come attached to the disc, lightly wipe the disc with a soft cotton cloth (or similar) from the center of the disc outwards in a radial man- ner. Storage When a disc is not to be played for a long p[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 56 Important Items Cleaning the CD insertion slot Insertion slot and its surroundings The CD insertion slot should be cleaned because it tends to collect dust. If a CD is inserted while dust is accumulated around the insertion slot, the disc may be damaged. Head demagnetization When the record and play heads are magnetized, noise [...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 57 Important Items Precautions and Notes 1. Switch the power ON. 2. Select the CD input, wait for a few seconds and ensure that the LCD becomes as shown in the figure below. If a disc is left in the CD player, press the “ 0 eject” key to eject it. 3. Turn the power OFF. Note related to transportation and move- ment Before tran[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 58 In case of difficulty In case of difficulty What appears to be a malfunction may not always be serious. If your unit should not perform as expected, consult the table below to see if the problem can be corrected before seeking help from your dealer or service representative. Operation to reset The microcomputer may fall into ma[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 59 In case of difficulty Remedy Symptom Cause Amplifier-tuner/ CD player, speakers Radio stations cannot be re- ceived. Noise interferes with radio reception. Preset call operation cannot receive a radio station which has been preset. A CD is placed in the player but it cannot be played. Even when the “ 0 eject” key is pressed[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 60 In case of difficulty Cassette deck unit 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 operation key is pressed. The DPSS malfunctions. Sound is harsh or high fre- quencies are not reproduced. Sound is distorted. Noise is noticeab[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 61 In case of difficulty 1. With some tapes, a squeaky noise is produced when the tape is stopped automatically. This is due to the tape protection function, and not a malfunction. 2. Do not use longer than 100 minutes tapes, for the tape is too thin and gets easily tangled. Notes Notes Notes Cause Symptom Remedy Remote control op[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 62 In case of difficulty Specifications 1. KENWOOD follows a policy of continuous advancements in development. For this reason specifications may be changed without notice. 2. Sufficient performance may not be possible at very low temperatures (0°C or less). Notes Notes REFERENCE INFORMATION (For U.K. and Europe) [Amplifier secti[...]

RD-VH7/X-VH7 (EN) 63 In case of difficulty REFERENCE INFORMATION Cassette deck (X-VH7) Track ....................................... 4-track, 2-channel stereo Recording system ................................. AC bias system ................................................... (Frequency: 105 kHz) Heads Playback / recording head ....................[...]

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 pro- vided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this prod- uct. Model Serial Number[...]