Making the Most of Everything

When you're ready to watch your favorite film, the VRSN8100 puts you right in the middle of the action with Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES 96/24 surround sound, and Dolby Pro Logic IIx transforms your ordinary 2-channel stereo music sources like CDs, tapes and FM radio into 6.1-channel surround sound masterpieces. The ADI SHARC 32-bit DSP processor, high-resolution digital volume control and rigid chassis construction give the VRS7100 incredibly accurate performance at all signal levels, from the loudest explosion to the most delicate music passage. The PurePath digital power amplifier delivers 130 watts (maximum, 1kHz, 10-percent THD, 6 ohms) to each of six channels, so your games, movies and music will really rock the house. And the exclusive Kenwood Fineline design matches the design of today's popular flat-panel TVs and blends with other entertainment components.

Be Future Ready Today With This Home Theater System

Finally, merge your home computer with your entertainment system! This system lets you do it all: play CDs, stream videos and audio files, view digital photos, and have fantastic video game audio-all in Digital EX Surround Sound! In addition to playing DVDs and CDs, the separate, single-disc, progressive scan DVD player has MP3/WMA audio, and JPEG, GIF and BMP photo playback. It also gives you an outstanding picture with High Definition-ready monitors. The receiver's Ethernet connection lets you network your computer with your TV and speaker system so you can hear MP3s in style with great sound. Stream audio and video media to a wired audio format, or even wireless, network for audio performances your computer just can't do. Or, with the front-panel PCMCIA card slot, use flash memory cards to play music files or display stored images from your computer so that they can be seen and heard with amazing detail. All of this potential is realized with the On-screen GUI operation-which works with you to easily find and play all your digital media.

It's All Fun and Games

If you're a serious video gamer, the VRSN8100 has everything you need to build the ultimate gaming home theater system. Plug your game console into the front panel game audio/video input (complete with digital audio connection) and the VRSN8100 will detect when you turn the game on and automatically select that input and the proper surround sound processing. Dual-Source/Single-Zone operation lets you listen to your game's sound through headphones while the rest of your family enjoys music through speakers. Dolby Headphone processing creates a totally out-of-the-box 5.1-channel surround sound effect through any pair of ordinary stereo headphones. The included universal pre-programmed remote is ready to go with Xbox and PlayStation2 codes.

Sound Processing & Boosting Bass

Audio Digital Signal Processing (DSP) modes recreate different sonic environments simulating the acoustics of distinct venues. You can enjoy a more lifelike listening experience by choosing between modes, which include arenas, theaters, and clubs. Bass management lets you set up your system so that deep bass is sent only to those speakers designed to handle it, reducing distortion and increasing dynamic range. Bass management is performed digitally, allowing greater precision and control. You can also increase bass by preset amounts using Bass Boost to give your music an even richer, fuller sound. Select from three active speaker equalization modes to match the response of your speakers to the type of program you're listening to (movies, music or TV) and enjoy maximum impact from all your entertainment.

A Cornucopia Of Inputs And Outputs

Because the VRS-N8100 has cornucopia of inputs and outputs it meets all the media needs of your family today, while leaving you room to expand tomorrow. In addition to the rear Ethernet connect and PCMCI card slot, this receiver has on the front a Stereo Analog, an Optical Digital, a Composite AV/Aux and a Video Input for super easy hookup of components like your gaming unit and camcorder. Additionally, on the back there are three Composite, 2 S-Video, 1 Composite Video Outputs, a Video Record Output, 2 Coaxial , 2 Optical, and Digital Audio Inputs. Tired of the list yet, because it goes on? Basically, what you need to know is that you?re going to have plenty of room for the DVD player, HD satellite receiver, computer, digital camera, camcorder, gaming console, and VHS VCR?while still leaving you connections for more!

Purchase Includes:

Unit, CD-R with PC Server Software, Universal Preprogrammed Remote with Xbox and Playstation2 Codes.

Comparison Specifications

• Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES 96/24, Discrete, Matrix, Neo:6, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Decoding
• 100 Watts x 6 Channels (0.7 Percent THD, 6 ohms)
• 2 Assignable HD-Compatible Component Video Connections, 3 Composite Inputs, 2 S-Video Inputs
• 2 Coaxial, 2 Optical Digital Audio Inputs (Assignable), 4 Stereo Analog Inputs
• Front-Panel AV/Aux Input, Front-Panel Game Audio/Video Inputs
• Video Monotor Outputs: 1 Component, 1 Composite, 1 S-Video, Video Record Outputs: 1 Composite
• 1 Ethernet Connection; PCMCIA Card Slot
• Still Picture Decoding: JPEG, Bitmap, GIF, PNG via Ethernet and PCMCIA; Streaming Audio Decoding: MP3, WMA, WAV, Ogg Vorbis via Ethernet; Streaming Video Decoding: MPEG1, MPEG2, XviD via Ethernet
• GUI Operation
• Universal Pre-Programmed Remote Control with Xbox and PlayStation2 Codes

Additional Specifications

• Automatically Detects Game Box & Auto-Selects Game Input and Surround Mode
• Dual-Source/Single Zone Operation: Headphone Output/Speaker Outputs
• 96kHz/24-Bit Resolution Analog-to-Digital Converter
• Adjustable Analog Input Sensitivity with Individual Source Memory
• Automatic Analog and Digital Signal Format Detection and Selection
• Full Digital Bass Management; Tone Controls: Bass, Treble
• DSP Processor: 32-Bit 2nd Generation ADI SHARC
• Rigid Chassis Construction
• High Resolution Digital Volume Control; Active EQ by DSP
• PurePath Digital Power Amplifier With Cooling Fan

Manufacturer Specifications

• Color-Coded One-Touch Speaker Connections
• Quartz PLL Synthesized Digital Tuning
• Preouts: Subwoofer/Surround Back Left and Right
• Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Headphone
• Midnight Theater Mode
• Automatic and Manual Tuning, Direct Preset Call with Remote
• 40 Station Presets (FM/AM)
• Audio DSP Listening Modes: 5 (Arena, Theater, Jazz Club, Stadium, Disco)
• Dot Matrix Display with Volume Indication: 4-Line, 20-Character, Display Dimmer
• Purchase Includes: Unit, CD-R with PC Server Software, Universal Preprogrammed Remote with Xbox and Playstation2 Codes.

Dimensional Specifications

• Size (Width x Depth x Height): 17.32" x 14.32" x 3.13"
• Weight: 10

Kenwood VRS-N8100 Warranty Details

2 Years Parts and Labor