Kenwood VR 255 Owners Manual

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KENWOOD

AUDIO VIDEO SURROUND RECEIVER

V KRF-VS :RI :8 .
VR-207 KRF-V7010

VR-257 KRF-V601O

VR-206 KRF-V501O

VR-205

VR-255

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KENWOOD CORPORATION

This instruction manual is lor some models

Model availability and features (lunctions) may ditter depending on the country and sales area.

About the supplied remate contra] (50-30607, Hit-Host). . .

Compared to standard remote controls. the remote control supplied With this receiver has several
operation modes These modes enable the remote control to control other audio/Video components. In
order to effectively use the remote control it is important to read the operating instructions and obtain a
proper understanding of the remote control and how to swttch Its operation modes (etc.), .
Usrng the remote control Wlthout completely understanding its desrgn and how to SWItCh the operation
modes may result in incorrect operations. '

Bee-3610-0000®@(K, P. Y, M. X) i
99/12111098765432198/12111098765432

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Before applying the power

Units are designed for operation as tollows.

. AC 120 V only
. AC 240 V only
............ . AC 220 V only
AC 110-120 / 220-240 V switchable

USA. and Canada
Australia .........

E China ............

'Other countries

AC voltage selection

The AC voltage selector swnch on the rear panel is set to the voltage
that prevails in the area to which the unit ls shipped Belore
connecting the power cord to your AC outlet. make sure that the
setting position of this swnch matches your line voltage it not. it must
be set to your voltage in accordance With the lollowrng direction

AC voltage selector switch

Move switch lever to
match your line
voltage With a small
screwdriver or other
pointed tool

Note .
Our warranty does not cover damage caused by excessive line
voltage due to Improper setting of the AC voltage selector sWItch,

VR/KRFN SERIES (En/KM)

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 0! shipping damage, If your unit is
damaged or fails to operate. notify your dealer immediately It your unit
was shipped to you directly. notity the shipping company without
delay. Only the consignee (the person or company receivmg the unit)
can file a claim against the carrier Ior shipplng damage.

We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing mate-
rials lcr use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.

Safety precaotions

WARNING :
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-

CAUTION

RISK or Etzcmic SNOCK
no nor OPEN

TURE.

CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERvSERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Accessories

FM indoor antenna (1)

Loop antenna stand (1)

®

For VR-207, Via-257. vn-zss and KFIF-V7010
Batteries (ROS/AAA) (4)

AM loop antenna (1)

Remote control unit (1)
RCAR0607
RC-ROSO? (For Australia)

For VR-206, VR-205, KRF-VSOIO and KRF-V501D
Batteries (ROS/AA) (2)

Remote control unit (1)
RC7R0407

K,

AC plug adaptor (1)
.1 Use to adapt the plug on the power

1 cord to the shape at the wall outlet.
(Accessory only for regions where use

is necessary)

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL,
WITHIN AN EOUILATERAL TRIANGLE. IS INTENDED TO
ALERTTHE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE PRODUCTS EN-
CLOSURE THAT MAY BE 0F SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE
TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PER-
SONS;

Cleaning

Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner. gasoline.
or benzme. etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.

Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a mallunction.
Be specially careful against contact cleaners containing oil. for they
may deform the plastic components. '

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EOUILATERAL TRIA

A A'NGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRES»
ENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE AC-
COMPANYING THE APPLIANCE