KENWOOD KDC X397 User Manual

KDC-X397  
KDC-355U  
KDC-255U  
KDC-155U  
KDC-MP255U  
KDC-MP155U  
KMR-355U  
CIND-RSETCERIVUERCTION MANUAL  
AMMOPLID-TUENEDRLEECMTEPURLDOE CID  
REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM  
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES  
Take the time to read through this instruction manual.  
Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best performance from your new CD-receiver.  
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 Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.  
Model KDC-X397/ KDC-355U/ KDC-255U/ KDC-155U/ KDC-MP255U/ KDC-MP155U/ KMR-355U Serial number  
US Residents Only  
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GET0847-001A (KW/K0)  
BASICS  
Faceplate  
Remote control (RC-406)  
-
(not supplied for KMR 355U  
)
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KDC X397  
Display window  
Attach  
Detach  
Remote sensor (Do not expose  
to bright sunlight.)  
Volume knob  
(turn/press)  
Loading slot  
Pull out the  
insulation sheet  
when using for  
the first time.  
* Not used.  
How to reset  
How to replace the battery  
Detach  
button  
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-
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KDC X397 KDC 355U KDC 255U  
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KDC 155U KMR 355U  
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KDC MP255U  
Your preset adjustments  
will also be erased.  
-
KDC MP155U  
To  
Do this (on the faceplate)  
Do this (on the remote control)  
Turn on the power  
Press L SRC.  
Press and hold SRC to turn off the power.  
( Pressing SRC does not turn on the power. )  
• Press and hold to turn off the power.*1  
Adjust the volume  
Turn the volume knob.  
Press VOL  
or VOL  
.
Press ATT during playback to attenuate the sound.  
• Press again to cancel.  
Select a source  
Press L SRC repeatedly.  
Press SRC repeatedly.  
Change the display  
Press SCRL DISP repeatedly.  
• Press and hold to scroll the current display information.  
( not available )  
information*2  
1
-
-
*
*
For KMR 355U : The power will automatically turn off after 20 minutes when in standby mode (Auto Power Off).  
2
-
For  
/
: You can also select to turn off the display information by pressing SCRL DISP repeatedly.  
KDC MP255U KDC MP155U  
3
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GETTING STARTED  
3
Set the initial settings  
1 Press SRC to enter [STANDBY]  
.
2 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]  
.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [INITIAL SET], then press the knob.  
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press  
the knob.  
1
5 Press and hold  
to exit.  
Cancel the demonstration  
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press  
.
When you turn on the power (or after you reset the unit), the display  
shows: “CANCEL DEMO” \ “PRESS” \ “VOLUME KNOB”  
Default: XX  
PRESET TYPE  
NORMAL/ NORM: Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band (FM1/  
FM2/ FM3/ AM). ; MIX: Memorizes one station or SiriusXM channel for each preset  
button regardless of the selected band or SiriusXM channel.  
1 Press the volume knob.  
[YES] is selected for the initial setup.  
2 Press the volume knob again.  
“DEMO OFF” appears.  
KEY BEEP  
ON: Activates the keypress tone. ; OFF: Deactivates.  
PANDORA SRC  
-
-
-
(Except for KDC MP255U  
ON: Enables PANDORA in source selection. ; OFF: Disables. (  
/
KDC MP155U  
)
For KMR 355U  
,
[DEMO OFF] is selected initially.  
«
8)  
2
Set the clock  
BUILT-IN AUX/  
BUILTIN AUX  
ON: Enables AUX in source selection. ; OFF: Disables. (« 7)  
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]  
.
CD READ  
1: Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD. ; 2: Forces to play  
as a music CD. No sound can be heard if an audio file disc is played.  
2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob.  
3 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK], then press the knob.  
4 Press the volume knob to select [CLOCK ADJUST] [CLOCK ADJ].  
/
SWITCH PRE  
-
-
(Except for KDC X397  
/
KDC 355U  
)
REAR/ SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the  
5 Turn the volume knob to adjust the hour, then press the knob.  
6 Turn the volume knob to adjust the minute, then press the knob.  
Press 4 / ¢ to move between the hour and minute adjustment.  
line out terminals on the rear (through an external amplifier).  
SP SELECT  
OFF/ 5/4/ 6 × 9/6/ OEM: Selects according to the speaker size (5 inches or  
4 inches, 6×9 inches or 6 inches) or OEM speakers for optimum performance.  
7 Press and hold  
to exit.  
(or)  
F/W UPDATE  
Press and hold SCRL DISP to enter clock adjustment mode  
directly while in clock display screen.  
Then, perform steps 5 and 6 above to set the clock.  
F/W UP xx.xx YES: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; NO: Cancels (upgrading is not activated).  
4
RADIO  
Default: XX  
SEEK MODE  
Selects the tuning method for the  
AUTO1: Automatically searches for a station. ; AUTO2: Searches for a preset station. ;  
4
/
¢
buttons.  
MANUAL: Manually search for a station.  
AUTO  
MEMORY  
YES: Automatically starts memorizing 6 stations with good reception. ; NO: Cancels.  
(Selectable only if [NORMAL] / [NORM] is selected for [PRESET TYPE].) («  
4)  
Search for a station  
MONO SET  
ON: Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect may be lost. ; OFF: Cancels.  
1 Press L SRC to select TUNER.  
-
KDC MP255U  
-
For  
PTY SEARCH Selects the available Program Type (see below), then, press 4 / ¢ to start.  
TI ON: Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information. ; OFF: Cancels.  
CLOCK  
TIME SYNC ON: Synchronizes the unit’s time to the Radio Broadcast Data System station time. ;  
/
KDC MP155U  
:
2 Press repeatedly (or press AM– / #FM+ on RC-406) to select FM1/  
*
FM2/ FM3/ AM.  
3 Press 4 / ¢ to search for a station.  
To store a station: Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6).  
To select a stored station: Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6)  
OFF: Cancels.  
-
Direct Access Tuning (using RC-406) (except for KMR 355U  
)
TUNER SET: Selectable only when the source is not TUNER.  
1 Press AM– / #FM+ to select a band.  
*
TI  
ON: Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information. ; OFF: Cancels.  
[PTY SEARCH]  
2 Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning.  
“– – – • –” (for FM) or “– – – –” (for AM) appears on the display.  
3 Press the number buttons to enter a frequency.  
4 Press 4 / ¢ (+) to search for a frequency.  
[MONO SET]  
/
/
[TI] is selectable only when the source is FM.  
• Available Program Type:  
INFORM (information), SPORTS  
PERSNLTY (personality), PUBLIC COLLEGE  
(spanish music), HIP HOP WEATHER  
CLS ROCK (classic rock), ADLT HIT (adult hits), SOFT RCK (softrock), TOP 40  
COUNTRY OLDIES SOFT NOSTALGA (nostalgia), JAZZ CLASSICL (classical), R & B  
SPEECH  
:
NEWS  
,
,
TALK  
,
LANGUAGE, REL TALK (religious talk),  
,
,
HABL ESP (spanish talk), MUSC ESP  
• To cancel, press  
.
,
• If no operation is done for 10 seconds after step 3, Direct Access Tuning is  
MUSIC  
:
ROCK  
,
,
automatically canceled.  
,
,
,
,
(rhythm and blues), SOFT R&B (soft rhythm and blues), REL MUSC (religious  
music)  
Other settings  
The unit will search for the Program Type categorized under [SPEECH] or [MUSIC] if  
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]  
.
selected.  
• For  
2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob.  
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table on the right),  
then press the knob.  
-
-
KDC MP155U  
KDC MP255U  
/
: If the volume is adjusted during reception of traffic  
information or alarm, the adjusted volume is memorized automatically. It will be  
applied the next time traffic information or alarm function is turned on.  
4 Press and hold  
to exit.  
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CD / USB / iPod  
Start playback  
-
KDC MP155U  
CD  
Label side  
0
: Eject disc  
: Applicable  
— : Not applicable  
To  
Do this  
CD USB iPod  
The source changes to CD and playback  
starts.  
Pause or resume  
playback  
Press 6 38 (or ENT 38 on RC-406).  
Select a track/file  
Select a folder  
Press 4 / ¢ (or 4 / ¢ (+) on RC-406).  
USB  
2
*
Press 1 – / 2 + (or AM– / #FM+ on RC-406).  
USB input terminal  
*
CA-U1EX (max.: 500 mA)  
(optional accessory)  
Reverse/Fast-forward  
Press and hold 4 / ¢ (or 4 / ¢ (+) on RC-406).  
Select a track/file  
from a list  
1Press  
.
2Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.  
• MP3/WMA file: Select the desired folder, then a file.  
The source changes to USB and playback  
starts.  
• iPod or KENWOOD Music Editor Light (KME Light)/ KENWOOD Music  
4
*
3
Control (KMC) file : Select the desired file from the list (PLAYLISTS, ARTISTS,  
*
5
5
*
*
ALBUMS, SONGS, PODCASTS , GENRES, COMPOSERS ).  
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iPod/iPhone (except for KDC MP155U  
)
• To return to the root folder (or first file), press number button 5.  
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press  
• To cancel, press and hold  
.
USB input terminal  
.
4
3
3
*
*
*
To skip songs at a specific ratio, press 4 / ¢.  
Press 4 repeatedly.  
(
«
7)  
Repeat play  
• Audio CD: TRACK/ TRAC REPEAT, REPEAT OFF  
• MP3/WMA file: FILE REPEAT, FOLDER/ FOLD REPEAT, REPEAT OFF  
• iPod or KME Light/ KMC file: FILE REPEAT, REPEAT OFF  
KCA-iP102 (optional accessory)  
The source changes to iPod and playback  
starts.  
or  
Random play  
Press 3  
repeatedly.  
• Audio CD: DISC RANDOM, RANDOM OFF  
• MP3/WMA/iPod or KME Light/ KMC file: FOLDER/ FOLD RANDOM,  
RANDOM OFF  
3
*
Press and hold iPod to select the control  
mode while in iPod source.  
1
*
MODE ON: From the iPod .  
2
3
or  
*
*
Press and hold 3  
to select “ALL RANDOM.”  
MODE OFF: From the unit.  
*1 You can still control play/pause, file  
selection, fast-forward or reverse files  
from the unit.  
2
4
*
*
Only for MP3/WMA files.  
Only for files registered in the database created with  
3
*
Applicable only when [MODE OFF] is selected.  
KME Light/ KMC.  
Only for iPod.  
(«  
11)  
5
*
6
CD / USB / iPod AUX  
Preparation:  
Select [ON] for [BUILT-IN AUX]  
Direct Music Search (using RC-406)  
Set the skip ratio  
/
[BUILTIN AUX]. («  
4)  
-
(except for  
)
KMR 355U  
-
While listening to iPod (except for KDC MP155U ) or  
1 Press DIRECT.  
KME Light/ KMC file...  
Start listening  
2 Press the number buttons to enter a track/file  
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]  
.
1 Connect a portable audio player (commercially  
number.  
2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then  
available).  
3 Press 4 / ¢ (+) to search for music.  
press the knob.  
3 Turn the volume knob to select [SKIP SEARCH]  
,
Auxiliary input jack  
Portable audio  
player  
• To cancel, press  
• Not available if Random Play is selected.  
• Not applicable for iPod, KME Light/ KMC file.  
.
then press the knob.  
(
«
11)  
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then  
press the knob.  
0.5% (default)/ 1% 5%/ 10%: Sets the skip ratio  
when searching for a song.  
(Holding 4 / ¢ skips songs at 10% regardless  
of the setting made.)  
/
Select a song by name  
-
(except for KDC MP155U  
)
3.5 mm (1/8") stereo mini plug with “L” shaped  
connector (commercially available)  
While listening to iPod...  
1 Press  
.
2 Press SRC to select AUX.  
3 Turn on the portable audio player and start  
playback.  
5 Press and hold  
to exit.  
2 Turn the volume knob to select a category, then  
press the knob.  
3 Press again.  
Muting upon the reception of a phone call  
Connect the MUTE wire to your telephone using a  
4 Turn the volume knob to select the character to  
Set the AUX name  
commercial telephone accessory.  
(«  
15)  
be searched for.  
While listening to AUX...  
When a call comes in, “CALL” appears.  
• The audio system pauses.  
• To continue listening to the audio system during a  
call, press SRC. “CALL” disappears and the audio  
system resumes.  
5 Press 4 / ¢ to move to the entry position.  
You can enter up to three characters.  
6 Press the volume knob to start searching.  
7 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then  
press the knob.  
Repeat step 7 until the desired item is selected.  
• To search for a character other than A to Z and 0 to 9,  
enter only “*”.  
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]  
.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then  
press the knob.  
3 Turn the volume knob to select [AUX NAME SET]  
/
When the call ends, “CALL” disappears.  
• The audio system resumes.  
[AUX NAME], then press the knob.  
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then  
press the knob.  
AUX (default)/ DVD  
5 Press and hold  
/
PORTABLE/ GAME/ VIDEO/ TV  
to exit.  
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press  
• To return to the top menu, press number button 5.  
• To cancel, press and hold  
.
.
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KDC X397  
(for  
/
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KDC 355U  
/
KMR 355U  
)
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KDC X397 KDC 355U  
KDC 155U  
PANDORA®  
(for  
/
/
/
/
KMR 355U  
)
SiriusXM™  
KDC 255U  
Preparation:  
Preparation:  
To  
Do this  
Install the latest version of the Pandora® application  
into your device (iPhone/ iPod touch), then log in and  
create an account with Pandora®.  
1 Connect the optional SiriusXM Connect Vehicle  
Pause or resume  
playback  
Press 6 38 (or press  
ENT 38 on RC-406).  
Tuner (commercially available).  
Antenna  
• Select [ON] for [PANDORA SRC]. («  
4)  
Thumbs up or  
thumbs down  
Press 1 / 2  
• If thumbs down is selected,  
the current track is skipped.  
.
Start listening  
Expansion port on  
the rear panel  
1 Open the Pandora® application on your device.  
Skip a track  
Press ¢.  
SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner  
2 Connect your device to the USB input terminal.  
USB input terminal  
com/activatenow or call 1-866-635-2349.  
The Radio ID is required to activate the SiriusXM  
Connect Vehicle Tuner.  
Create a new  
station  
1 Press and hold the volume  
knob.  
2 Turn the volume knob to  
select [FROM TRACK] or [FROM  
ARTIST], then press the knob.  
A new station is created  
based on the current song or  
artist.  
The Radio ID is located on the label of the SiriusXM  
Connect Vehicle Tuner and can also be shown  
on the unit’s display window when you select  
“Channel 0” after SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is  
connected.  
KCA-iP102  
(optional accessory)  
The source changes to PANDORA and broadcast  
starts.  
3 Press L SRC to select SIRIUS XM to start  
updating.  
Save a station  
Press and hold number  
button 3, 4 or 5 to store.  
• To select a stored station,  
press the same button (3, 4  
or 5).  
About Pandora® internet radio  
• Pandora® is only available in the US.  
• Because Pandora® is a third-party service, the  
specifications are subject to change without  
prior notice. Accordingly, compatibility may be  
impaired or some or all of the services may become  
unavailable.  
Start listening  
1 Press L SRC to select SIRIUS XM.  
2 Press repeatedly to select a band.  
Search for a  
registered  
station  
1 Press  
.
3 Press and hold  
.
2 Turn the volume knob to  
make a selection, then press  
the knob (or press 5/on  
RC-406).  
4 Turn the volume knob to select a category, then  
• Some functions of Pandora® cannot be operated  
from this unit.  
• For issues using the application, please contact  
Pandora at  
press the knob.  
If “ALL CHANNEL” is selected, all the available  
channels will be shown.  
[BY DATE]: According to the  
registered date.  
[A-Z]: Alphabetical order.  
3 Turn the volume knob to the  
desired station, then press  
the knob.  
5 Turn the volume knob to select a channel, then  
• If the version of the OS of the connected iPhone is  
earlier than 4.0, start the PANDORA internet radio  
application before selecting the PANDORA source.  
press the knob.  
(or)  
Press 4 ¢ to search for a channel manually.  
/
• Pressing and holding 4 ¢ changes the  
/
channel rapidly.  
8
SiriusXM™  
If a locked channel or a mature channel ([MATURE CH] is set to [ON]  
)
Default: XX  
is selected, a pass code input screen appears. Enter the pass code to  
receive the channel.  
SEEK MODE  
Selects the tuning method for the  
4
/
¢
buttons.  
CHANNEL: Manually search for a channel. ; PRESET: Search for a preset channel of  
To store a channel of the current band: Press and hold one of  
the number buttons (1 to 6).  
To select a stored channel of the current band: Press one of the  
number buttons (1 to 6)  
the selected band.  
CHANNEL LOCK/ CH LOCK  
To unlock settings:  
1
2
3
Turn the volume knob to select a number.  
Press to move to the entry position.  
Repeat steps and to enter the current pass code.  
4
/
¢
1
2
-
Direct Access Tuning (using RC-406) (except for  
)
KMR 355U  
(Initial pass code is 0000.)  
Press the volume knob to confirm.  
4
1 Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning.  
2 Press the number buttons to enter a channel number, then press  
¢ (+) to start searching.  
CODE SET  
1
2
3
4
5
Turn the volume knob to select a number.  
4
/
Press  
Repeat steps  
Press the volume knob to confirm.  
Repeat steps to to reconfirm the pass code.  
4
/
¢
to move to the entry position.  
• To cancel, press  
or DIRECT.  
1
and to enter a new 4-digit pass code.  
2
1
4
Replay  
• Make a note of the new pass code to enter channel lock settings from next time.  
Press G.  
-
Replay starts from the live position (and “  
” lights up for KDC X397 ).  
CHANNEL EDIT/CH EDIT *  
1 Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press the knob.  
2 Turn the volume knob to select a channel you want to lock, then press the  
knob. “L” appears in front of the channel number.  
During Replay...  
To pause or resume playback, press 6 38.  
3
Press  
CHANNEL CLEAR/CH CLEAR * YES: Clears all the locked channels. ; NO: Cancels.  
MATURE CH ON: Turns on the Sirius XM-defined lock setting (mature channel). ; OFF: Turns off.  
• If [ON] is selected, your setting (CHANNEL EDIT/ CH EDIT) is temporary ignored.  
G
to exit.  
To skip the current song backward/forward, press 4 ¢.  
/
To rewind/fast-forward, press and hold 4 ¢.  
/
To exit from Replay and go to live, press G.  
Other settings  
SIGNAL LEVEL/ SIGNAL LVL NO SIGNAL/ WEAK/ GOOD/ STRONG: Shows the strength of the current received signal.  
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]  
.
BUFFER USAGE/ BUF USAGE 0% 100% (0): Shows the memory usage for Replay buffer.  
2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob.  
3
Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see table on the right),  
then press the knob.  
* Displayed only when [MATURE CH] is set to [OFF]  
.
4 Press and hold  
to exit.  
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AUDIO SETTINGS  
While listening to any source...  
LOUDNESS  
LOUDNESS LV1/ LOUD LV1/ LOUDNESS LV2/ LOUD LV2: Selects your  
preferred low and high frequencies boost to produce a well-balanced sound at  
a low volume level. ; OFF: Cancels.  
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]  
.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [AUDIO CONTROL] [AUDIO CTRL], then press the  
/
knob.  
BALANCE  
FADER  
L15 to R15 (0): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.  
R15 to F15 (0): Adjusts the rear and front speaker output balance.  
ON: Turns on the subwoofer output. ; OFF: Cancels.  
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press  
the knob.  
Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or activated.  
SUBWOOFER  
SET/ SUB-W SET  
4 Press and hold  
to exit.  
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press  
.
DETAILED SET/ DETAIL SET  
Default: XX  
-
-
HPF  
For  
/
:
KDC X397 KDC 355U  
THROUGH: All signals are sent to the speakers. ; 100HZ/ 120HZ/  
150HZ: Audio signals with frequencies higher than 100 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 150 Hz are  
sent to the speakers.  
SUB-W LEVEL  
BASS LEVEL  
MID LEVEL  
TRE LEVEL  
–15 to +15 (0): Adjusts the subwoofer output level.  
–8 to +8 (0):  
Adjusts the level to memorize for each source. (Before  
making an adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.)  
–8 to +8 (0):  
LPF SUBWOOFER/ THROUGH: All signals are sent to the subwoofer. ; 85HZ/ 120HZ/  
LPF SUB-W  
160HZ: Audio signals with frequencies lower than 85 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 160 Hz are  
sent to the subwoofer.  
–8 to +8 (0):  
-
EQ PRO (for  
)
KDC X397  
SUB-W PHASE  
REVERSE/ REV (180°)/ NORMAL/ NORM (0°): Selects the phase of  
the subwoofer output to be in line with the speaker output for optimum  
performance. (Selectable only if a setting other than [THROUGH] is selected  
for [LPF SUBWOOFER]/ [LPF SUB-W].)  
BASS ADJUST BASS CTR FRQ 60/ 80/ 100/ 200: Selects the center frequency.  
BASS LEVEL –8 to +8 (0): Adjusts the level.  
BASS Q FACTOR 1.00/ 1.25/ 1.50/ 2.00: Adjusts the quality factor.  
SUPREME SET  
ON: Creates realistic sound by interpolating the high-frequency components  
that are lost in MP3/WMA audio compression. ; OFF: Cancels. (Selectable only  
when playing back an MP3/WMA disc or a USB device, except iPhone/iPod.)  
BASS EXTEND  
MID ADJUST MID CTR FRQ  
MID LEVEL  
ON: Turns on the extended bass. ; OFF: Cancels.  
0.5K/ 1.0K/ 1.5K/ 2.5K: Selects the center frequency.  
–8 to +8 (0): Adjusts the level.  
VOLUME OFFSET/ –8 to +8 (for AUX) ; –8 to 0 (for other sources): Presets the volume  
VOL OFFSET  
(Default: 0)  
adjustment level of each source. (Before adjustment, select the source you  
want to adjust.)  
MID Q FACTOR 0.75/ 1.00/ 1.25: Adjusts the quality factor.  
TRE ADJUST TRE CTR FRQ  
10.0K/ 12.5K/ 15.0K/ 17.5K: Selects the center  
frequency.  
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-
-
-
-
KDC 255U KDC 155U KDC MP255U KDC MP155U KMR 355U  
For  
/
/
/
/
:
[SUB-W LEVEL]  
/
[SUB-W SET] [LPF SUB-W]/ [SUB-W PHASE] is selectable only if  
/
[SWITCH PRE] is set to [SUB-W]. («  
[SUB-W LEVEL] [LPF SUB-W] [SUB-W PHASE] is selectable only if [SUB-W SET] is set  
to [ON]  
4)  
TRE LEVEL  
–8 to +8 (0): Adjusts the level.  
/
/
PRESET EQ  
NATURAL/ USER/ ROCK/ POPS/ EASY/ TOP40/ JAZZ/ POWERFUL: Selects  
a preset equalizer suitable to the music genre. (Select [USER] to use the  
customized bass, middle, and treble settings.)  
.
BASS BOOST  
B.BOOST LV1/ B.BOOST LV2/ B.BOOST LV3: Selects your preferred bass boost  
level. ; OFF: Cancels.  
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DISPLAY SETTINGS  
MORE INFORMATION  
General  
• This unit can only play the following CDs:  
About iPod/iPhone  
Made for  
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]  
.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob.  
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press  
the knob.  
- iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)  
- iPod classic  
- iPod with video  
- iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th  
generation)  
- iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S  
• For the latest compatible list and software  
com/cs/ce/ipod  
• If you start playback after connecting the iPod,  
the music that has been played by the iPod is  
played first.  
Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or activated.  
• Detailed information and notes about the  
playable audio files are stated in an online  
manual on the following site:  
4 Press and hold  
to exit.  
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press  
.
Default: XX  
Playable files  
• Playable Audio file: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma)  
• Playable disc media: CD-R/RW/ROM  
• Playable disc file formats: ISO 9660 Level 1/2,  
Joliet, Romeo, Long file name.  
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-
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-
DISP & KEY (for  
/
/
/
)
KDC X397 KDC 355U KDC 255U  
KDC MP255U  
COLOR SELECT/ VARIABLE SCAN/ VARI SCAN/ COLOR 01 COLOR 24/ USER: Selects  
COLOR SEL  
your preferred key illumination color.  
In this case, “RESUMING” is displayed without  
displaying a folder name, etc. Changing the  
browse item will display the correct title, etc.  
• You cannot operate iPod if “KENWOOD” or  
• Playable USB device file system: FAT16, FAT32  
Although the audio files are complied with  
the standards listed above, playback maybe  
impossible depending on the types or conditions  
of media or device.  
You can create your own color (when [COLOR 01] [COLOR 24] or [USER]  
is selected). The color you have created can be selected when you select  
[USER].  
” is displayed on iPod.  
1
2
3
Press and hold the volume knob to enter the detailed color adjustment.  
Press 4 / ¢ to select the color (R/ G/ B) to adjust.  
Turn the volume knob to adjust the level (0 9), then press the knob.  
About “KENWOOD Music Editor  
Light” and “KENWOOD Music  
Control”  
Unplayable discs  
• Discs that are not round.  
• Discs with coloring on the recording surface or  
discs that are dirty.  
• Recordable/ReWritable discs that have not  
been finalized.  
• 8 cm CD. Attempting to insert using an adapter  
may cause malfunction.  
DISP DIMMER  
TEXT SCROLL  
ON: Dims the display illumination. ; OFF: Cancels.  
• This unit supports the PC application  
“KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and Android™  
application “KENWOOD Music Control.”  
• When you use an audio file with database  
information added using the “KENWOOD Music  
Editor Light” or “KENWOOD Music Control,”  
you can search for a file by title, album or artist  
name using Music Search.  
AUTO/ ONCE: Selects whether to scroll the display information automatically,  
or scroll only once. ; OFF: Cancels.  
KEY DIMMER  
DIMMER LV1: Dims the key illumination. ; DIMMER LV2: Dims the key  
illumination darker than DIMMER LV1. ; DIMMER OFF: Cancels.  
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DISPLAY (for  
/
/
)
KDC 155U KDC MP155U KMR 355U  
About USB devices  
• This unit can play MP3/WMA files stored on a  
USB mass storage class device.  
• You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub  
and Multi Card Reader.  
• Connecting a cable whose total length is longer  
than 5 m may result in abnormal playback.  
• This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose  
rating is other than 5 V and exceeds 1 A.  
DISP DIMMER  
TEXT SCROLL  
ON: Dims the display illumination. ; OFF: Cancels.  
• “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and  
“KENWOOD Music Control” are available from  
the following web site:  
AUTO/ ONCE: Selects whether to scroll the display information automatically,  
or scroll only once. ; OFF: Cancels.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Symptom  
Sound cannot be heard.  
Remedy  
• Adjust the volume to the optimum level.  
• Check the cords and connections.  
Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker wires are  
insulated properly, then reset the unit. If this does not solve the  
problem, consult your nearest service center.  
Symptom  
Remedy  
“iPod ERROR” appears.  
• Reconnect the iPod.  
• Reset the iPod.  
Skip to another track or change the disc.  
“PROTECT” appears and no  
operations can be done.  
Noise is generated.  
Tracks do not play back as you  
have intended them to play.  
“READING” keeps flashing.  
Elapsed playing time is not correct.  
Playback order is determined when files are recorded.  
• Sound cannot be heard.  
• The unit does not turn on.  
• Information shown on the  
display is incorrect.  
Clean the connectors. (« 2)  
Do not use too many hierarchical levels or folders.  
This is caused by how the tracks are recorded.  
The number of songs contained in  
the “SONGS” category of this unit  
is different from the iPod/iPhone.  
Correct characters are not  
displayed (e.g. album name).  
Podcast files are not counted on this unit as this unit does  
not support the playback of podcast files.  
The unit does not work at all.  
Reset the unit. (« 3)  
Make sure [OFF] is selected for [DEMO MODE]. ( 4)  
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For  
:
«
KMR 355U  
This unit can only display uppercase letters, numbers, and a  
limited number of symbols.  
New station creation is unsuccessful.  
The Auto Power Off function  
(that turns the power off after  
20 minutes when in standby  
mode) does not work.  
• “ADD ERROR”/ “ADD ERR”  
“SEARCH ERROR”/ “SEARCH ERR”  
“CHECK DEVICE”/ “CHK DEVICE”  
“NO SKIPS”  
“NO STATIONS”  
“STATION LIMIT”/  
“STATION LIM”  
“UPGRADE APP”  
Check the Pandora® application on your device.  
The skip limit has been reached.  
No station is found.  
The number of registered stations has reached it’s limit.  
Retry after deleting an unnecessary station on your device.  
Make sure you have installed the latest version of the  
Pandora® application on your device.  
The selected channel is locked. Enter the correct pass code  
• Radio reception is poor.  
• Connect the antenna firmly.  
• Static noise while listening to • Pull the antenna out all the way.  
the radio.  
“NA FILE” appears.  
Make sure the disc contains supported audio files. (« 11)  
“NO DISC” appears.  
“TOC ERROR” appears.  
“PLS EJECT” appears.  
Insert a playable disc into the loading slot.  
Make sure the disc is clean and inserted properly.  
Reset the unit. If this does not solve the problem, consult your  
nearest service center.  
Press and hold to forcibly eject the disc. Be careful not  
to drop the disc when it is ejected. If this does not solve the  
problem, reset the unit. ( 3)  
“CH LOCKED”  
to unlock. (« 9)  
Disc cannot be ejected.  
“READ ERROR” appears.  
0
“CHAN UNSUB”  
“CHAN UNAVAIL”  
“CHECK ANTENNA”/  
“CHK ANTENNA”  
The selected channel is unsubscribed. Call 1-866-635-2349  
to subscribe.  
The selected channel is unavailable.  
«
Copy the files and folders onto the USB device again. If this does  
not solve the problem, reset the USB device or use another USB  
device.  
Check the antenna and its connection are in good condition.  
“NO DEVICE” appears.  
“COPY PRO” appears.  
“NO MUSIC” appears.  
“NA DEVICE” appears.  
“USB ERROR” appears.  
Connect a USB device, and change the source to USB again.  
A copy-protected file is played.  
Connect a USB device that contains playable audio files.  
Connect a supported USB device, and check the connections.  
• Remove the USB device, turn the unit off, then turn it on again.  
• Try to connect another USB device.  
“CHECK TUNER”  
Make sure the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is connected  
to the unit.  
Make sure the antenna is mounted outside the vehicle.  
Your subscription is updated. Press the volume knob to  
continue.  
“NO SIGNAL”  
“SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED – ENTER  
TO CONTINUE.” / “SUBSCRIPTN  
UPDATED – ENTER TO CONTINUE.”  
“WRONG CODE”  
Make sure you have entered the correct pass code. (« 9)  
12  
SPECIFICATIONS  
-
-
-
FM Frequency Range  
For  
/
/
/
USB Standard  
Maximum Supply Current  
File System  
MP3 Decode  
WMA Decode  
USB 1.1, USB 2.0 (Full speed)  
DC 5 V 1 A  
KDC X397 KDC 355U KDC 255U  
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-
/
:
KDC 155U KMR 355U  
87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz space)  
FAT16/ 32  
-
-
For  
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (50 kHz space)  
/
:
KDC MP255U KDC MP155U  
Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3  
Compliant with Windows Media Audio  
Usable Sensitivity (S/N = 26 dB)  
11.2 dBf (1.0 μV/75 Ω)  
Maximum Output Power  
Full Bandwidth Power  
Speaker Impedance  
Tone Action  
50 W × 4  
Quieting Sensitivity  
(DIN S/N = 46 dB)  
Frequency Response ( 3 dB)  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (MONO)  
Stereo Separation (1 kHz)  
19.2 dBf (2.5 μV/75 Ω)  
22 W × 4 (at less than 1 % THD)  
4 Ω to 8 Ω  
30 Hz to 15 kHz  
63 dB  
Bass  
100 Hz 8 dB  
1 kHz 8 dB  
40 dB  
Middle  
Treble  
AM Frequency Range  
530 kHz to 1 700 kHz (10 kHz space)  
31 dBμ (36 μV)  
12.5 kHz 8 dB  
: 4 000 mV/10 kΩ  
Usable Sensitivity (S/N = 20 dB)  
-
Preout Level / Load (CD)  
For  
KDC X397  
-
-
-
-
For  
/
/
/
/
KDC 355U KDC 255U KDC 155U  
Laser Diode  
Digital Filter (D/A)  
D/A Converter  
Spindle Speed  
GaAIAs  
-
/
KDC MP255U KDC MP155U  
KMR 355U  
8 times over sampling  
24 Bit  
-
: 2 500 mV/10 kΩ  
Preout Impedance  
≤ 600 Ω  
500 rpm to 200 rpm (CLV)  
Below measurable limit  
20 Hz to 20 kHz  
0.01 %  
Frequency Response ( 3 dB)  
Input Maximum Voltage  
Input Impedance  
20 Hz to 20 kHz  
1 200 mV  
10 kΩ  
Wow & Flutter  
Frequency Response ( 1 dB)  
Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz)  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1 kHz)  
-
-
For  
: 110 dB  
/
KDC X397  
Operating Voltage  
Maximum Current Consumption  
Installation Size (W × H × D)  
14.4 V (11 V to 16 V allowable)  
10 A  
-
-
For  
/
/
KDC 355U KDC 255U KDC 155U  
-
-
/
/
KDC MP255U KDC MP155U  
182 mm × 53 mm × 160 mm  
(7-3/16" × 2-1/8" × 6-5/16")  
-
: 105 dB  
KMR 355U  
Dynamic Range  
MP3 Decode  
WMA Decode  
90 dB  
Weight  
2.65 lbs (1.2 kg)  
Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3  
Compliant with Windows Media Audio  
Subject to change without notice.  
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Installating the unit (in-dash mounting)  
Warning  
• The unit can only be used with a 12 V DC power supply, negative  
ground.  
• Disconnect the battery’s negative terminal before wiring and  
mounting.  
Do the required  
wiring. ( 15)  
«
• Do not connect Battery wire (yellow) and Ignition wire (red) to the car  
chassis or Ground wire (black) to prevent a short circuit.  
• Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape to prevent a short circuit.  
• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation.  
Make sure the direction  
of the trim plate. The  
shape of the hooks  
on the top side is as  
illustrated.  
Dashboard of  
your car  
Caution  
• For safety’s sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult  
the car audio dealer.  
• Install this unit in the console of your vehicle. Do not touch the metal  
parts of this unit during and shortly after use of the unit. Metal parts  
such as the heat sink and enclosure become hot.  
Bend the appropriate tabs to hold  
the mounting sleeve firmly in place.  
• Do not connect the  
(black), or in parallel.  
·
wires of speaker to the car chassis, Ground wire  
When installing without the mounting sleeve  
1 Remove the mounting sleeve and trim plate from  
the unit.  
2 Align the holes in the unit (on both sides) with the  
vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with  
the supplied screws.  
Mount the unit with the angle of 30º or less.  
• If your vehicle wiring harness does not have the ignition terminal,  
connect Ignition wire (red) to the terminal on the vehicle’s fuse box  
which provides 12 V DC power supply and is turned on and off by the  
ignition key.  
• After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps, blinkers,  
wipers, etc. on the car are working properly.  
• If the fuse blows, first make sure the wires are not touching car’s  
chassis, then replace the old fuse with one that has the same rating.  
How to remove the unit  
1 Detach the faceplate.  
Basic procedure  
1 Remove the key from the ignition switch, then  
disconnect the · terminal of the car battery.  
2 Connect the wires properly.  
2 Fit the catch pin on the extraction  
keys into the holes on both sides of  
the trim plate, then pull it out.  
3 Insert the extraction keys deeply into  
the slots on each side, then follow  
the arrows as shown on the right.  
See Wiring connection.  
(«  
15)  
3 Install the unit to your car.  
See Installing the unit (in-dash mounting).  
4 Connect the · terminal of the car battery.  
5 Reset the unit.  
(«  
3)  
14  
Wiring connection  
Part list for installation  
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-
-
KDC 255U  
KDC MP255U  
KDC X397  
Subwoofer output  
Front output  
A
Faceplate  
R
L
-
-
-
KDC 155U  
KDC MP155U  
KDC 355U  
Front output  
-
KMR 355U  
R
L
R
L
Rear/subwoofer output  
Rear/subwoofer output  
Rear output  
( ×1 )  
( ×1 )  
Fuse (10 A)  
Antenna terminal  
B
Mounting sleeve  
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For  
/
/
:
To the optional SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (commercially available) ( 8)  
KDC X397 KDC 355U KMR 355U  
«
If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab.  
C
Trim plate  
White  
White/Black  
STEERING WHEEL  
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-
-
For  
/
/
/
KDC X397 KDC 355U KDC MP255U  
-
Light blue/yellow  
REMOTE INPUT  
:
KDC MP155U  
To the steering wheel remote control adapter  
To front speaker (left)  
To front speaker (right)  
To rear speaker (left)  
REMOTE CONT  
(Steering remote control  
wire)  
Gray  
( ×1 )  
-
For  
:
KMR 355U  
Gray/Black  
To Kenwood Wired Marine Remote Control unit  
(optional accessory)  
For the latest information on marine accessories  
Car_Entertainment/Marine/  
D
E
Wiring harness  
Extraction key  
Light blue/yellow  
Green  
Green/Black  
MARINE  
REMOTE  
(Marine remote control  
wire)  
( ×1 )  
( ×2 )  
( ×4 )  
( ×4 )  
Purple  
Purple/Black  
To the power control terminal when using the  
optional power amplifier, or to the antenna control  
terminal in the vehicle.  
To rear speaker (right)  
Ignition switch  
Blue/White  
P. CONT  
MUTE  
(Power control wire)  
Car fuse box  
F
G
Flat head screw  
To the terminal that is grounded when either  
the telephone rings or during conversation. (To  
connect the Kenwood navigation system, refer your  
navigation manual.)  
Red  
Brown  
(Ignition wire)  
(Mute control wire)  
Yellow  
Round head screw  
Car fuse box  
(Battery wire)  
Black (Ground wire)  
To the metallic body or  
chassis of the car  
Blue  
(Not used)  
ANT CONT  
(Antenna control wire)  
Battery  
15  
ENGLISH |  
CAUTION  
• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has  
been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has  
been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple  
is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety  
and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or  
iPhone may affect wireless performance.  
• iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple  
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
• Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission.  
• Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.  
All rights reserved.  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those  
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on,  
or inside the product relating to laser product safety.  
JVC KENWOOD Corporation  
2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI,  
HACHIOJI-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN  
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21CFR  
SUBCHAPTER J IN EFFECT AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.  
• Android is trademark of Google Inc.  
Location : Top Plate  
FCC WARNING  
Información acerca de la eliminación de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos  
al final de la vida útil (aplicable a los países que hayan adoptado sistemas  
independientes de recogida de residuos)  
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or  
modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the  
modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could  
lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or  
modification is made.  
Los productos con el símbolo de un contenedor con ruedas tachado no podrán  
ser desechados como residuos domésticos. Los equipos eléctricos y electrónicos  
al final de la vida útil, deberán ser reciclados en instalaciones que puedan dar  
el tratamiento adecuado a estos productos y a sus subproductos residuales  
correspondientes. Póngase en contacto con su administración local para obtener  
información sobre el punto de recogida más cercano. Un tratamiento correcto  
del reciclaje y la eliminación de residuos ayuda a conservar los recursos y evita al  
mismo tiempo efectos perjudiciales en la salud y el medio ambiente.  
FCC NOTE  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation. This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications, if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and  
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic  
Equipment (applicable for countries that have adopted  
separate waste collection systems)  
Products with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot  
be disposed as household waste. Old electrical and electronic  
equipment should be recycled at a facility capable of handling  
these items and their waste byproducts. Contact your local  
authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest to you.  
Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources  
whilst preventing detrimental effects on our health and the  
environment.  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  

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