Contents Safety precautions Notes About CDs About AAC, MP3 and WMA General features Power Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator Audio Control Audio Setup System Q Speaker Setting Subwoofer Output TEL Mute Faceplate Angle Adjustment Switching Display Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS) Theft Deterrent Faceplate Tuner/TV control features Tuning Tuning Mode...
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The "AAC" logo is trademark of Dolby Laboratories. English...
KENWOOD disc changers/ CD players released in 1998 or later can be connected to this unit. Refer to the catalog or consult your Kenwood dealer for connectable models of disc changers/ CD players. Note that any KENWOOD disc changers/ CD players released in 1997 or earlier and disc changers made by other makers cannot be connected to this unit.
• Refer to the following site for the updated information of "Media Manager". http://www.kenwood.mediamanager.jp/ Reset button • Contact Kenwood for the function and operation of the "Media Manager". • "Media Manager" is a product of PhatNoise. Cleaning the Unit If the faceplate of this unit is stained, wipe it with a dry soft cloth such as a silicon cloth.
About CDs Handling CDs • Don’t touch the recording surface of the CD. • CD-R and CD-RW are easier to damage than a normal music CD. Use a CD-R or a CD-RW after reading the caution items on the package etc. •...
General features Release button Power Turning ON the Power Press the [SRC] button. • When the power is ON, the <Security Code> (page 22) is displayed as "CODE ON" or "CODE OFF". Turning OFF the Power Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second. Selecting the Source Press the [SRC] button.
Audio Control Select the source for adjustment Press the [SRC] button. Enter Audio Control mode Press the [VOL] knob. Select the Basic Audio item for adjustment Press the [VOL] knob. Each time the knob is pressed, the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below.
General features Audio Setup Setting the Sound system, such as Cross over Network. Select the source for adjustment Press the [SRC] button. Enter Audio Setup mode Press the [VOL] knob for at least 1 second. Select the Audio Setup item for adjustment Press the [VOL] knob.
Speaker Setting Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is optimal when setting the speaker type. Enter Standby Press the [SRC] button. Select the "STANDBY" display. Enter Speaker Setting mode Press the [VOL] knob. Select the Speaker type Turn the [VOL] knob. Each time the knob is turned, the setting switches as shown below.
Name Set mode closes. • Memory numbers - Tuner: 30 stations - Internal CD player: 10 discs - External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the CD changer/ player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual.
Theft Deterrent Faceplate The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft. Removing the Faceplate Press the Release button. The faceplate is unlocked, allowing you to detach • The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts.
Tuner/TV control features Band display ST indicator Tuning Selecting the station. Select tuner source Press the [SRC] button. Select the "TUNER" display. Select the band Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Each time the knob is pushed to [FM], it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.
Function of remote Direct Access Tuning Entering the frequency and tuning. Select the band Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Enter Direct Access Tuning mode Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote. "– – – –" is displayed. Enter the frequency Press the number buttons on the remote.
Tuner/TV control features Function of LX BUS Television TV Tuning The TV channel of a connected LX BUS Television (optional accessory) can be selected. The action depends on the setting of the connected LX BUS Television. Refer to the user instruction of the LX BUS Television for details.
CD/Audio file/External disc control features Track number IN indicator Playing CD & Audio file When there is no disc inserted Open the panel. Press the [0] button. Insert a disc. • When the faceplate has been slid open, it might interfere with the shift lever or something else.
CD/Audio file/External disc control features Playing External Disc Playing discs set in the optional accessory disc player connected to this unit. Press the [SRC] button. Select the display for the disc player you want. Display examples: Display Disc player "CD CH" CD changer "MD CH"...
Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer or Audio file folder you’re listening to. Press the [REP] button. Each time the button is pressed, the Repeat Play switches as shown below. In CD & External disc source Repeat play Display Track Repeat...
CD/Audio file/External disc control features Function of Audio file Folder Select Quickly selecting the folder you want to listen to. Enter Folder Select mode Press the [F.SEL] button. "F-SELECT" is displayed. During Select mode the folder information is displayed as shown below. Folder name display Displays the current folder name.
• The announcement of the initial can be canceled by <Voice Index> (page26). • When the Control knob is pushed to the reverse of [4] or [¢] while Letter Seek, the initial is displayed and read by the reversed order. •...
Menu system Menu System Setting during operation beep sound etc. functions. The Menu system basic operation method is explained here. The reference for the Menu items and their setting content is after this operation explanation. Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "MENU"...
In Standby mode Security Code Because authorization by the Security Code is required when it’s removed from the vehicle, personalizing this unit is by using the Security Code is a help in preventing theft. • When the Security Code function is activated, it can’t be released.
Menu system In Standby mode DSI (Disabled System Indicator) A red indicator will blink on the unit after the faceplate is removed, warning potential thieves. Display Setting "DSI ON" LED flashes. "DSI OFF" LED OFF. In Standby mode Selectable Illumination Selecting the button illumination color as green or red.
When LX AMP unit connecting AMP Control You can control the LX AMP connected to the unit. Select AMP Control mode Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "AMP CTRL" display. Enter AMP Control mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. Select the AMP Control item for adjustment Push the Contol knob to [FM] or [AM].
Menu system Text Scroll Setting the displayed text scroll. Display Setting "SCL AUTO" Repeats scroll. "SCL MANU" Scrolls when the display changes. • The text scrolled is shown below. - CD text - Folder name/ File name/ Song title/ Artist name/ Album name - MD title In Standby mode...
Audio Preset Memory Registering the value setup by Sound Control. The memory can't be erased by the Reset button. Setup Sound Control Refer to the following operations to setup the Sound Control. - <Audio Control> (page 9) - <Audio Setup> (page 10) Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.
Basic Operations of remote Loading and Replacing the battery Use two "AA"-size batteries. Slide the cover while pressing downwards to remove it as illustrated. Insert the batteries with the + and – poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case. 2WARNING •...
Audio Control [AUD] button Select the Audio item for adjustment. [VOL] buttons Adjust the Audio item. • Refer to <Audio Control> (page 9) for the operation method, such as the procedures of Audio control and others. • Only selecting and adjusting of the Basic Audio item can be done by the remote control.
Accessories/ Installation Procedure Accessories Installation Procedure 1. To prevent a short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - battery. 2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit. 3. Connect the speaker wires of the wiring harness. 4.
Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation. To connect the KENWOOD navigation system, consult your navigation manual. To "EXT.AMP.CONT. " terminal of the amplifier having the external amp control function.
Installation non-Japanese cars Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Firewall or metal support Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place. Self-tapping screw (commercially available) Screw (M4X8) (commercially available) • Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip).
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Screwing the Faceplate on the Unit If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off, screw in the provided screws in the holes shown below. Bottom panel Accessory5 • Never insert the screw in any other screw hole than the one specified.
Removing the Unit Removing the hard rubber frame Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the two locks on the upper level. Upper the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure. Accessory2 Removal tool When the upper level is removed, remove the lower two locations.
Troubleshooting Guide What might seem to be a malfunction in your unit may just be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring. Before calling service, first check the following table for possible problems. General The power does not turn ON. ✔...
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Troubleshooting Guide Disc source "AUX EXT" is displayed without achieving External disc control mode. ✔ Unsupported disc changer is connected. ☞ Use the disc changer mentioned in the <About CD players/disc changers connected to this unit> (page 4) of the section on <Safety precautions>.
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READING: The unit is reading the data on the disc. IN (Blink): The CD player section is not operating properly. ➪ Reinsert the CD. If the CD cannot be ejected or the display continues to flash even when the CD has been properly reinserted, please switch off the power and consult your nearest service center.