CD-RECEIVER
KDC-8023
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
© B64-2463-00/01 (MV)
Safety precautions
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
2WARNING
2CAUTION
About CD players/disc changers
To prevent injury or fire, take the
following precautions:
• Insert the unit all the way in until it is fully
locked in place. Otherwise it may fall out of
place when jolted.
• When extending the ignition, battery, or
ground wires, make sure to use automotive-
grade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm2
(AWG18) or more to prevent wire
deterioration and damage to the wire
coating.
• To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave
any metallic objects (such as coins or metal
tools) inside the unit.
• If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange
smells, turn off the power immediately and
consult your Kenwood dealer.
• Make sure not to get your fingers caught
between the faceplate and the unit.
• Be careful not to drop the unit or subject it to
strong shock.
The unit may break or crack because it
contains glass parts.
To prevent damage to the machine,
take the following precautions:
• Make sure to ground the unit to a negative
12V DC power supply.
• Do not open the top or bottom covers of the
unit.
• Do not install the unit in a spot exposed to
direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity.
Also avoid places with too much dust or the
possibility of water splashing.
• Do not subject the faceplate to excessive
shock, as it is a piece of precision
equipment.
• When replacing a fuse, only use a new one
with the prescribed rating. Using a fuse with
the wrong rating may cause your unit to
malfunction.
• To prevent a short circuit when replacing a
fuse, first disconnect the wiring harness.
• Do not place any object between the
faceplate and the unit.
• Do not use your own screws. Use only the
screws provided. If you use the wrong
screws, you could damage the unit.
connected to this unit
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.
Unsupported connection may result in
damage.
Setting the "O-N" Switch to the "N" position for
the applicable KENWOOD disc changers/ CD
players.
The functions that can be used and the
information that can be displayed will differ
depending on the models being connected.
You can damage both your unit and the CD
changer if you connect them incorrectly.
The marking of products using lasers
(Except for some areas)
• Do not touch the liquid crystal fluid if the
LCD is damaged or broken due to shock. The
liquid crystal fluid may be dangerous to your
health or even fatal.
If the liquid crystal fluid from the LCD
contacts your body or clothing, wash it off
with soap immediately.
• Do not apply excessive force to the moving
faceplate. Doing so will cause damage or
malfunction.
• Do not apply excessive force to the open
faceplate or place objects on it. Doing so will
cause damage or breakdown.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The label is attached to the chassis/case and
says that the component uses laser beams
that have been classified as Class 1. It
means that the unit is utilizing laser beams
that are of a weaker class. There is no
danger of hazardous radiation outside the
unit.
Do Not Load 3-in. CDs in the CD slot
If you try to load a 3 in. CD with its adapter
into the unit, the adapter might separate from
the CD and damage the unit.
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Safety precautions
Lens Fogging
NOTE
Right after you turn on the car heater in cold
weather, dew or condensation may form on
the lens in the CD player of the unit. Called
lens fogging, CDs may be impossible to play.
In such a situation, remove the disc and wait
for the condensation to evaporate. If the unit
still does not operate normally after a while,
consult your Kenwood dealer.
• If you experience problems during
installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.
• If the unit fails to operate properly, press the
Reset button. The unit returns to factory
settings when the Reset button is pressed.
If the unit still fails to operate properly after
the Reset button has been pressed, contact
your local KENWOOD dealer for assistance.
• Press the reset button if the disc auto
changer fails to operate correctly. Normal
operation should be restored.
Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals
If the terminals on the unit or faceplate get
dirty, wipe them with a dry, soft cloth.
Cleaning the Unit
RTN
NEXT
If the faceplate of this unit is stained, wipe it
with a dry soft cloth such as a silicon cloth.
If the faceplate is stained badly, wipe the stain
off with a cloth moistened with neutral
cleaner, then wipe neutral detergent off.
NF
DAB
Applying spray cleaner directly to the unit may
affect its mechanical parts. Wiping the
faceplate with a hard cloth or using a volatile
liquid such as thinner or alcohol may scratch
the surface or erases characters.
Reset button
• We recommend the use of <Security Code>
(page. 28) to prevent theft.
• Characters in the LCD may become difficult
to read in temperatures below 41 ˚F (5 ˚C).
• The illustrations of the display and the panel
appearing in this manual are examples used
to explain more clearly how the controls are
used. Therefore, what appears on the display
in the illustrations may differ from what
appears on the display on the actual
Cleaning the CD Slot
As dust tends to accumulate in the CD slot,
clean it every once in a while. Your CDs can
get scratched if you put them in a dusty CD
slot.
equipment, and some of the illustrations on
the display may represent something
impossible in actual operation.
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About CDs
About GSM Hand Free Unit
Refer to the GSM Hands Free Unit control
features of this manual for the operation
method of GSM Hands Free Unit KCA-HF521
(optional accessory) when connected.
Handling CDs
• Don’t touch the recording surface of the CD.
CD cleaning
Clean from the center of the disc and move
outward.
Removing CDs
When removing CDs from this unit pull them
out horizontally.
• 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.
• Don’t stick tape etc. on the CD.
Also, don’t use a CD with tape stuck on it.
CDs that can’t be used
• CDs that aren’t round can’t be used.
When using a new CD
If the CD center hole or outside rim has burrs,
use it after removing them with a ball pen etc.
• CDs with coloring on the recording surface
or that are dirty can’t be used.
• This unit can only play the CDs with
Burrs
.
It may not correctly play disks which do not
have the mark.
Burrs
• A CD-R or CD-RW that hasn’t been finalized
can’t be played. (For the finalization process
refer to your CD-R/CD-RW writing software,
and your CD-R/CD-RW recorder instruction
manual.)
CD storage
• Don’t place them in direct sunlight (On the
seat or dashboard etc.) and where the
temperature is high.
CD accessories
Don’t use disc type accessories.
• Store CDs in their cases.
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Notes on Multi-function Key System
Multi-function Key System serves to control various functions
with the [2] — [5] buttons.
The basic operation of the Multi-function Key System is described
below.
Real operational example of the Multi-function Key
System
Example: Turning ON/OFF the Random Play during CD play.
1. Show the function display of the Random Play.
If "RDM" is not shown in the display, press the [NEXT] button to
switch the sections until the "RDM" function display is shown above
the [3] button.
What's the Multi-function Key System?
This unit is equipped with the Multi-function Key System that enables
the operation of multiple functions with one button.
2. Turn ON/OFF the Random Play.
For example, you can enter the Display Control Mode or turn ON/OFF
the Random Play by pressing the [3] button during CD play.
Press the [3] button.
Each time the [3] button under the "RDM" function display is
pressed the Random Play is turned ON/OFF.
Setting each function
The function display will show the controllable function of the [2] — [5]
button above the button.
Pressing the [2] — [5] button below the desired function enables the
setting of the function.
Displaying the desired function
If five or more functions are available to be set with the [2] — [5]
button, they are divided into multiple function groups (referred to as
sections in this manual) for registration.
Press the [NEXT] button to switch the sections.
If the display of the desired function is not shown, press the [NEXT]
button 1 to 3 times to switch the sections until the wanted function
display is shown.
Example: Function display of CD & External disc source
"MRDM","H-F" or "SYNC" are displayed when an optional accessory is
connected.
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General features
Power
VOLUME
CONTROL
Turning ON the Power
Turn the vehicle ignition ON.
The panel appears.
2-5
RTN NEXT
RTN
NEXT
Turing OFF the Power
Turn the vehicle ignition OFF.
The panel hides.
Do not apply force to the panel during operation. It can cause
damage.
AME
NAME.S
NF
DAB
When the power is ON, the <Security Code> (page 28) is displayed
as "CODE ON" or "CODE OFF".
4
¢
Q
ATT
SRC
NAME.S
NF
Selecting the Source
Press the [SRC] button.
Source required
ATT indicator
Display
Tuner
CD
"TUNER"
"CD"
TV (Optional accessory)
External disc (Optional accessory)
Auxiliary input (Optional accessory)
Internal Auxiliary input
Standby (Illumination only mode)
"TV"
"DISC CH"
"AUX1"
"AUX"
Function display
"ALL OFF"
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General features
• User memory: The values set on the <Audio control> (page 8).
• Each setting value is changed with the <Speaker setting> (page
10).
Volume
Increasing Volume
First, select the speaker type with the Speaker setting.
Turn the [VOLUME CONTROL] knob clockwise.
Decreasing Volume
Turn the [VOLUME CONTROL] knob counterclockwise.
Audio Control
Attenuator
1 Select the source for adjustment
Turning the volume down quickly.
Press the [SRC] button.
Press the [ATT] button.
2 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Each time the button is pressed the Attenuator turns ON or OFF.
When it’s ON, the "ATT" indicator blinks.
Repeatedly press the button until "AUD" is displayed above the
[2] button.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
System Q
3 Enter Audio Control mode
You can recall the best sound setting preset for different types of
music.
Press the [2] ("AUD") button.
4 Select the Adjustment item section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until the desired Adjustment item is
1 Select the source to set
Press the [SRC] button.
2 Select the Sound type
displayed above the [2] — [5] button.
Press the [Q] button.
1st section
Each time the button is pressed the sound setting switches.
Adjustment Item
Button Display
Sound setting
Display
Bass
Middle
Treble
Balance & Fader
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
"BASS"
"MID"
"TRE"
Flat
User memory
Rock
Pops
Easy
"Flat"
"User"
"Rock"
"Pops"
"Easy"
"Top40"
"Jazz"
"BL/F"
Top 40
Jazz
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2nd section
Adjustment Item
[3] button
Adjustment Item Display
Middle level "Middle"
[4] button
Adjustment Item Display
Treble level "Treble"
Button Display
Range
High Pass Filter
Low Pass Filter*
Loudness
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
"HPF"
"LPF"
"LOUD"
"N-F"
–8 — +8
Range
Non-Fading*
–8 — +8
3rd section
[5] button
Adjustment Item Display
Adjustment Item
Button Display
[2] "VOFF"
Range
Volume offset
Balance
Fader
"Balance"
"Fader"
Left 15 — Right 15
Rear 15 — Front 15
5 Select the Audio Control item for adjustment
Press the [2] — [5] button.
Each time the [2] — [5] button is pressed the adjustable audio
items are switched among ranges of all stage section's tables on
the following pages.
6 Adjust the Audio Control item
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Each time the button is pressed the setting switches as shown
below.
7 Exit Audio Control mode
Press the [RTN] button.
• The loudness setting can also be adjusted by pressing the [4]
button.
• *This mode is available only when <Non-fading Output> (page 14)
is ON.
1st section
[2] button
Adjustment Item Display
Bass level "Bass"
Range
–8 — +8
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General features
Speaker Setting
2nd section
Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is optimal when setting
the speaker type.
[2] button
Adjustment Item
Display
Range
1 Enter Standby
Front/Rear
High Pass Filter
"HPF"
Through/100/125/170 Hz
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "ALL OFF" display.
[3] button
2 Enter Speaker Setting mode
Adjustment Item
Display
Range
Press the [Q] button.
Non-Fading
Low Pass Filter
"LPF NF"
50/80/120/Through Hz
3 Select the Speaker type
Press the [2] — [5] button.
Each time the button is pressed the setting switches as shown
below.
[4] button
Adjustment Item
Loudness
Display
Range
Speaker type
Button
Display
"LOUD"
ON/OFF
OFF
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
"SP OFF"
[5] button
For 5 & 4 in. speaker
For 6 & 6x9 in. speaker
For the OEM speaker
"SP 5/4inch"
"SP 6*9/6inch"
"SP O.E.M."
Adjustment Item
Non-Fading level
Display
Range
"NF Level"
–15 — +15
• Loudness: Compensating for low and high tones during low
4 Exit Speaker Setting mode
volume.
Press the [Q] button.
• When the Dual Zone System is ON, the setting for the High Pass
Filter is nullified.
Display Mode Switching
Switching the display mode.
3rd section
[2] button
Adjustment Item Display
Volume offset "V-Offset"
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Range
Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the
[3] button.
–8 —
0
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
Volume offset: Each source's volume can be set as a difference
from the basic volume.
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2 Enter display control mode
Press the [3] ("DISP") button.
3 Select the display mode
Press the [2] ("MODE") button.
Each time the button is pressed the display mode switches as
shown below.
Display
Display Mode
"Display C"
"Display A"
"Display B"
Demonstration.
Normal display type
Silent display type.
4 Exit display control mode
Press the [RTN] button.
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General features
In Standby
Information
Text Display Switching
Switching the text display.
Display
"ALL OFF"
"Clock"
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the
Clock
4 Exit Display Control mode
Press the [RTN] button.
[3] button.
If the Disc title or Track title is selected when the disc which does
not have disc title or track title is played, track number and play time
are displayed.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
2 Enter display control mode
Press the [3] ("DISP") button.
3 Select the text
Press the [3] ("TEXT") button.
It can also be switched by pressing either [4] or [¢] button.
In Tuner source
Information
Display
Station name or Frequency
Frequency
Clock
"BAND+SNPS"
"BAND+FREQ"
"Clock"
In CD & External disc source
Information
Display
Disc title
Track title
Track number & Play time
Disc name
"D-TITLE"
"T-TITLE"
"P-Time"
"DNPS"
Clock
"Clock"
In Auxiliary input source
Information
Display
Auxiliary input name
Clock
"AUX Name"
"Clock"
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7 Exit name set mode
Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS)
Attaching a title to a Station or CD.
Press the [NAME.S] button.
• When operation stops for 10 seconds the name at that time is
registered, and Name Set mode closes.
• Memory numbers
- FM: 32 stations
- AM: 16 stations
- Internal CD player: 30 discs
1 Receive/play the station/disc you want to attach a title to
• A title can't be attached to MD.
• Refer to the <Text Display Switching> (page 12) and select either
"DNPS" or "SNPS".
- External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the CD changer/
player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual.
• The title of station/CD can be changed by the same operation
used to name it.
2 Enter name set mode
Press the [NAME.S] button for at least 2 seconds.
"NAME SET" is displayed.
3 Move the cursor to the enter character position
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
4 Select the character type
Press the [2] — [4] button.
Each time the button is pressed the character type switches as
shown below.
Character type
Button
Alphabet (Upper case/ Lower case)
Numbers and symbols
Special characters (Accent characters)
[2] ("CAPS")
[3] ("NUM")
[4] ("CHAR")
5 Select the characters
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Characters can be entered by using a remote with a number
buttons.
Example: If "DANCE" is entered.
Character
Button
Times pressed
"D"
"A"
"N"
"C"
"E"
[3]
[2]
[6]
[2]
[3]
1
1
2
3
2
6 Repeat steps 3 through 5 and enter the name.
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General features
When the <Switching preout> (page 30) is "SWPRE Rear", this
function is not available.
Auxiliary Input Display Setting
Selecting the display when this device is switched to Auxiliary
input source.
1 Select Auxiliary input source
Press the [SRC] button.
Panel Position Setting
Select the "AUX"/"AUX1" display.
Setting the angle or back-forward position of the control panel.
2 Enter Auxiliary input display setting mode
Press the [NAME.S] button for at least 2 seconds.
The presently selected AUX Name is blinks.
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "PNL" is displayed above the [4]
button.
3 Select the Auxiliary input display
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
2 Enter Panel Position Setting mode
Each time the button is pressed it switches through the below
displays.
Press the [4] ("PNL") button.
3 Select the item for adjustment
• "AUX"/"AUX1"
• "TV"
• "VIDEO"
• "GAME"
• "PORTABLE"
• "DVD"
Press the desired [2] — [5] button.
Each time the button is pressed the items that can be adjusted
switch as shown below.
Adjustment Item
Button
Display
The panel tilts upwards
The panel tilts downwards
The panel slides backward
The panel slides forward
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
"ANG–"
"ANG+"
"SLD–"
"SLD+"
4 Exit Auxiliary input display setting mode
Press the [NAME.S] button.
When operation stops for 10 seconds, the name at that time is
selected, and Auxiliary input display setting mode closes.
4 Exit Panel Position Setting mode
Press the [RTN] button.
The control panel may be interfered with the shift lever or another
part depending on the angles of the control panel.
Set the angle to avoid any interference.
Non-fading Output
Turning the Non-fading output ON or OFF.
No sound is produced while the panel is operating.
Press the [NF] button for at least 1 second.
Each time the button is pressed Non-fading output switches ON
or OFF.
When it’s ON, "NF ON" is displayed.
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Theft Deterrent Panel
The Backpanel of the unit can be detached and taken with you,
helping to deter theft.
Removing the Backpanel
1 Turn the ignition OFF or press the [SRC] button for at least 1
second.
Turn OFF the power, and the control panel becomes horizontal.
After the set time passes in <OFF Wait Time Setting> (page 30), the
panel is closed.
2 Remove the Backpanel forward.
When <DSI (Disabled System Indicator)> (page 29) is set to ON,
DSI blinks.
Hiding the Control Panel
Prevents tampering with the unit while your car is being serviced
etc.
Hiding the control panel
Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second.
When the time set in <OFF Wait Time Setting> (page 30) lapses,
the panel is hidden and the power turns OFF.
Showing the control panel
Press the left part at the lower side of the panel.
• The back panel is a precision piece of equipment and can be
damaged by shocks or jolts. For that reason, keep the back panel
in its special storage case while detached.
• Do not expose the Backpanel or its storage case to direct sunlight
or excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much
dust or the possibility of water splashing.
Reattaching the Backpanel
1 Set the Backpanel to the panel bracket.
2 Hold down on the Backpanel until it is locked.
The panel is opened to enable the operation.
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General features
5 Exit the Dual Zone System Control mode
Dual Zone System <In External disc or Auxiliary
input source>
Press the [RTN] button.
6 Select the source
Makes the sound different for the front channel and rear
channel.
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the source sound to be output from the internal source
1 Select the source
channel.
Press the [SRC] button.
• The Dual Zone System can be used with the sources shown
below.
Select the source sound to be output from the Dual zone
channel.
- Internal auxiliary input
- KCA-S210A
- CA-C1AX
2 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "2-ZN" is displayed above the
- External disc changer/ player
• While Dual Zone System is ON, the setting of Dual Zone System
Front or Rear is disabled.
[5] button.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
Set Dual Zone System Front or Rear first, and then set the Dual
Zone System to ON.
• When the Dual Zone System is ON, there is no Dual zone channel
audio control or other effect.
3 Enter the Dual Zone System Control mode
Press the [5] ("2-ZN") button.
• When you use the Dual Zone System by selecting the optional
accessory source for the output of the Dual zone channel, you
cannot select another optional accessory source as the source for
the Internal source channel.
• When you set the Dual zone system to ON while the non-fading
preout is switched ON, the sound of the non-fading preout isn’t
output.
• The Dual Zone System cannot be used if a GSM hands free unit is
connected.
• When the source is selected to VZ-7000P/N (optional accessory),
the VZ-7000P/N sound is not output if the Dual Zone System is
turned ON.
4 Select the item for adjustment
Press the desired [2] — [3] button.
Each time the button is pressed the items that can be adjusted
switch as shown below.
Adjustment Item
Button Display
Range
"ON"/"OFF" ON/OFF
"F—R" Front/Rear
Dual Zone System
Dual Zone System
Front & Rear
[2]
[3]
Dual Zone System Rear: The sound of the source selected with step
1 is outputted from rear, and the sound of
the source selected with step 6 is
• When the Dual Zone System is ON, the setting for the High Pass
Filter is nullified.
outputted from front.
Dual Zone System Front: The sound of the source selected with
step 1 is outputted from front, and the
sound of the source selected with step 6
is outputted from rear.
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Tuner/TV control features
Tuning Mode
Choose the tuning mode.
1-6
NEXT
Press the [AUTO] button.
Each time the button is pressed the Tuning mode switches as
RTN
NEXT
shown below.
Tuning mode
Display
Operation
Auto seek
Preset station
seek
"Auto 1"
"Auto 2"
Automatic search for a station.
Search in order of the stations
in the Preset memory.
AME
NAME.S
NF
DAB
Manual
"Manual"
Normal manual tuning control.
4
¢
FM
SRC
AM
AUTO/
AME
Tuning
Selecting the station.
Band display
Frequency display
1 Select tuner source
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "TUNER" display.
2 Select the band
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the
FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.
ST indicator
Preset station number
3 Tune up or down band
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
During reception of stereo stations the "ST" indicator is ON.
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Tuner/TV control features
The preset number display blinks 1 time.
On each band, 1 station can be put in the memory on each [1] —
[6] button.
Direct Access Tuning (Function of remote)
Entering the frequency and tuning.
1 Select the band
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Auto Memory Entry
Putting stations with good reception in the memory
automatically.
2 Enter Direct Access Tuning mode
Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote.
"– – – –" is displayed.
1 Select the band for Auto Memory Entry
3 Enter the frequency
Press the number buttons on the remote.
Example:
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
2 Open Auto Memory Entry
Desired frequency
Press button
Press the [AME] button for at least 2 seconds.
When 6 stations that can be received are put in the memory
Auto Memory Entry closes.
92.1 MHz (FM)
810 kHz (AM)
[0], [9], [2], [1]
[0], [8], [1], [0]
Canceling Direct Access Tuning
Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote.
Preset Tuning
Calling up the stations in the memory.
Station Preset Memory
Putting the station in the memory.
1 Select the band
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
1 Select the band
2 Select the key function section
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until the function item is not
displayed above the [2] — [5] button.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
2 Select the frequency to put in the memory
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
3 Select the key function section
3 Call up the station
Press the [NEXT] button.
Press the desired [1] — [6] button.
Repeatedly press the button until the function item is not
displayed above the [2] — [5] button.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
Frequency Step Setting
Changing the tuning frequency step.
4 Put the frequency in the memory
Press the desired [1] — [6] button for at least 2 seconds.
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The original setting is FM band 50 kHz, and AM band 9 kHz.
2 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
While pressing the [1] and [5] button, press the Reset button.
The frequency step changes to FM band 200 kHz, and AM band
10 kHz.
Repeatedly press the button until the function item is not
displayed above the [2] — [5] button.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
• When the same operation is repeated, it returns to the original
setting.
• When the frequency step is switched, the frequencies in the
memory are deleted.
3 Call up the TV channel
Press the desired [1] — [6] button.
TV Tuning (Function of LX BUS Television)
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.
1 Select TV source
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "TV" display.
2 Select the TV band and Video input
Press the [FM] button.
Each time the [FM] button is pressed TV bands and Video input
switch.
3 Select the TV channel
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Preset TV Tuning (Function of LX BUS Television)
Calling up the TV channels in the memory.
1 Select the TV band
Press the [FM] button.
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CD/External disc control features
Playing CD
When there is no disc inserted
0
2-5
NEXT
1 Open the panel to insert disc
Press the [0] button.
RTN
NEXT
2 Insert a disc.
When the faceplate has been slid open, it might interfere with the
shift lever or something else. If this happens, pay attention to safety
and move the shift lever or take an appropriate action, then operate
the unit.
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• The sound will be temporarily muted while the faceplate is
moving.
• When a disc is inserted the "IN" indicator is ON.
38
4
¢
SCRL
FM/
DISC+
SRC
AM/
DISC-
When a disc is inserted
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "CD" display.
Track time
Track number
Disc number
Pause and play
Press the [38] button.
Each time the button is pressed the song pauses or plays.
Eject the disc
1 Eject the disc
Press the [0] button.
IN indicator
2 Return the panel to the original position
Press the [0] button.
3 in. (8cm) disc can't be played. Using an adapter and inserting them
into this unit can cause damage.
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Playing External Disc
Track Search
Playing discs set in the optional accessory disc player connected
to this unit.
Selecting the song you want to hear.
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the display for the disc player you want.
Display examples:
Display
Disc Search (Function of disc changer)
Selecting the disc you want to hear.
Disc player
"CD2"
"DISC CH"
CD player
CD changer/MD changer
Press the [DISC–] or [DISC+] button.
Pause and play
Press the [38] button.
Direct Track Search (Function of remote)
Doing Track Search by entering the track number.
Each time the button is pressed it pauses and plays.
• Disc 10 is displayed as "0".
• The functions that can be used and the information that can be
displayed will differ depending on the external disc players being
connected.
1 Enter the track number
Press the number buttons on the remote.
2 Do Track Search
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Canceling Direct Track Search
Fast Forwarding and Reversing
Press the [38] button.
Fast Forwarding
Hold down on the [¢] button.
Release your finger to play the disc at that point.
Reversing
Hold down on the [4] button.
Release your finger to play the disc at that point.
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CD/External disc control features
Scan Play
Direct Disc Search
(Function of disc changers with remote)
Playing the first part of each song on the disc folder you are
listening to and searching for the song you want to listen to.
Doing Disc Search by entering the disc number.
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeat to press the button until "SCAN" is displayed above the
1 Enter the disc number
Press the number buttons on the remote.
2 Do Disc Search
[2] button.
Press the [DISC+] or [DISC–] button.
2 Start Scan Play
Canceling Direct Disc Search
Press the [2] ("SCAN") button.
"Scan ON" is displayed.
Press the [38] button.
Input "0" to select disc 10.
3 Release it when the song you want to listen to is played
Press the [2] button.
Track/Disc Repeat
Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer folder you're
listening to.
Random Play
Play all the songs on the disc folder in random order.
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "REP" is displayed above the [4]
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "RDM" is displayed above the
button.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
[3] button.
2 Turn ON/OFF the Repeat Play
Press the [4] ("REP") button.
Each time the button is pressed the Repeat Play switches as
2 Turn ON/OFF the Random Play
Press the [3] ("RDM") button.
Each time the button is pressed Random Play turns ON or OFF.
When it's ON, "Random ON" is displayed.
shown below.
In CD & External disc source
When the [¢] button is pressed, the next song select starts.
Repeat play
Display
Track Repeat
"Repeat ON"/
"T-Repeat ON"
Disc Repeat (In Disc Changer)
OFF
"D-Repeat ON"
"Repeat OFF"
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Magazine Random Play
DNPP (Disc Name Preset Play)
(Function of disc changers with remote)
(Function of disc changer)
Play the songs on all the discs in the disc changer in random
order.
Selecting the CD displayed in the DNPS of the CDs set in the
Disc changer.
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "MRDM" is displayed above the
1 Enter DNPP mode
Press the [DNPP] button on the remote.
When "DNPP" is displayed the DNPS display in order.
[5] button.
Forward / Reverse display
2 Turning ON/OFF the Magazine Random Play
Press the [5] ("MRDM") button.
Each time the button is pressed the Magazine Random Play turns
ON or OFF.
When it's ON, "M-Random ON" is displayed.
Press the [DISC–] or [DISC+] button.
2 When the disc you want is displayed
Press the [OK] button on the remote.
The disc being displayed is played.
Canceling the DNPP mode
When the [¢] button is pressed, the next song select starts.
Press the [DNPP] button on the remote.
Text/Title Scroll
Scrolling the displayed CD text or MD title.
Press the [SCRL] button.
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GSM Hands Free Unit control features
Receiving a call
Received calls can be answered when a GSM Hands Free Unit
(optional accessory) is connected to this unit.
6/
RTN
1-5
NEXT
1 When a Call is Received
RTN
NEXT
"HF CALL" will be displayed.
2 Accept a call
Press the [1], [3] — [6] or [NEXT] button.
Switching between the Name and Telephone Number
Press the [AUTO] button.
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Each time the button is pressed the display switches as shown
below.
4
¢
FM
AM
AUTO
SCRL
Information
Name
Telephone Number
Telephone Number
3 Hang up
Press the [2] ("HANG") button.
Inserting a disc while a call is in progress will cause the telephone to
be hung up.
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7 Hang up
Press the [2] ("HANG") button.
Phone Book Search
Selecting a telephone number from the phone book.
Canceling the Hands Free mode
Press the [RTN] button.
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "H-F" is displayed above the [2]
button.
Direct Dial (Function of remote)
Inputting the telephone number with number buttons on the
remote, and dialing.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
2 Enter Hands Free mode
Press the [2] ("H-F") button.
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "H-F" is displayed above the [2]
3 Select the Phone Book Search Mode item
Press the [2] ("SRCH") button.
Each time the button is pressed the mode switches as follows:
button.
Phone Book Search Mode item
Display
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
Initial Select Mode
Redial Mode
"Initial"
"Redial"
2 Enter Hands Free mode
Press the [2] ("H-F") button.
3 Select the Dial Mode
4 Select the initial of a person to dial (In Initial Select Mode)
Press the [3] ("DIAL") button.
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
4 Enter the telephone number
Initials including no corresponding name will not be displayed.
Press the number [#], [*] and [+](ANG) buttons on the remote.
• You can input max 32 digits.
• If an incorrect digit is entered, pressing the [4] button will clear
it.
5 Switch the Name
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Switching between the Name and Telephone Number
5 Dial an input number
Press the [AUTO] button.
Press the [4] ("CALL") button.
• Not available if the name has not been stored.
• Not applicable if the text scroll function has been set to Auto (in
menu).
6 Hang up
Press the [2] ("HANG") button.
Scrolling the Name and Telephone Number
Canceling the Hands Free mode
Press the [SCRL] button.
Press the [RTN] button.
6 Dial a selected number
Press the [4] ("CALL") button.
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GSM Hands Free Unit control features
SMS (Short Message Service) Mode
Phone Book/ Message (SMS) data synchronize
Synchronizing the data in this unit with the data in the GSM
telephone.
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "H-F" is displayed above the [2]
button.
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
1 Select the key function section
Press the [NEXT] button.
Repeatedly press the button until "SYNC" is displayed above the
[3] button.
2 Enter Hands Free mode
Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 6).
Press the [2] ("H-F") button.
2 Synchronize the data
3 Select the SMS Mode
Press the [5] ("SMS") button.
"SMS Mode" is displayed.
Press the [3] ("SYNC") button.
The "SYNC" display turns off when data synchronization starts.
4 Select the Message
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
5 Switch the Display
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Each time the button is pressed the mode switches as follows:
SMS Mode item
Name/ Phone Number
Date
Message
When the display line of a message is <Text Scroll> (page 31) set
to "Scroll MANU, scrolling is possible with [4]/[¢], and when
the setting is set to "Scroll Auto", scrolling is automatic.
Switching between the Name and Telephone Number
Press the [AUTO] button.
Scrolling the Name and Telephone Number display
Press the [SCRL] button.
6 Exit Hands Free mode
Press the [RTN] button.
When New Message is Received, "New MSG" is displayed.
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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.
RTN
NEXT
1 Enter Menu mode
Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.
"MENU" is displayed.
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2 Select the menu item
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Example: When you want to set the beep sound select the
"Beep" display.
SRC
4
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MENU
AM FM
3 Set the menu item
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Menu display
Example: When "Beep" is selected, each time the button is
pressed it switches "Beep ON" or "Beep OFF". Select 1
of them as the setting.
You can continue by returning to step 2 and setting other items.
4 Exit Menu mode
Press the [MENU] button.
When other items that are applicable to the basic operation method
above are displayed afterwards their setting content chart is
entered. (Normally the uppermost setting in the chart is the original
setting.)
Also, the explanation for items that aren't applicable (<Manual Clock
Adjustment>etc.) are entered step by step.
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Menu system
Press the Reset button and when it's removed from the
battery power source
Security Code
<In Standby mode>
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.
1 Turn the power ON.
2 Do the step 4 through 7 step operation, and reenter the
security code.
When the Security Code function is activated it can't be released.
Note, your Security Code is the 4 digit number entered in your "Car
Audio Passport" in this package.
"APPROVED" is displayed.
The unit can be used.
If an incorrect code is input, "WAITING" is displayed, and the input
prohibited time shown below is generated.
After the input prohibited time lapses, "CODE" is displayed, and
input can be done.
1 Enter Standby
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "ALL OFF" display.
Number of times
the incorrect code was input
Input prohibited time
2 Enter Menu mode
Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.
When "MENU" is displayed, "Security" is displayed.
1
2
3
4
—
5 minutes
1 hour
24 hours
3 Enter Security Code mode
Press the [4] or [¢] button for at least 1 second.
When "ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.
4 Select the digits to enter
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
5 Select the Security Code numbers
Phone voice speaker setting <In Standby mode>
<When hands free unit connecting>
Selecting the speaker to output the Phone voice.
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5, and complete the Security Code.
7 Confirm the Security Code
Display
Setting
Press the [¢] button for at least 3 seconds.
When "RE-ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.
"HFSP ALL"
Phone voice sent to the front and rear
speaker.
8 Do the step 4 through 7 step operation, and reenter the
security code.
"APPROVED" is displayed.
"HFSP FR"
"HFSP FL"
Phone voice send to the front right speaker.
Phone voice sent to the front left speaker.
The Security Code function activates.
If you enter a Code different from your Security Code, you have to
start over from step 4.
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Display
Setting
Microphone sensitivity adjust
<When hands free unit connecting>
Adjusting the volume of the Microphone.
"Beep ON"
"Beep OFF"
Beep is heard.
Beep canceled.
Display and Setting
"HF MIC 0"
Manual Clock Adjustment
1 Select Clock Adjustment mode
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Select the "Clock Adjust" display.
"HF MIC 15" (Original setting)
"HF MIC 31"
2 Enter Clock Adjust mode
Press the [4] or [¢] button for at least 1 second.
The clock display blinks.
Auto Response time Adjust
3 Adjust the hours
<When hands free unit connecting>
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Setting the time from an incoming call to the automatic
response.
Adjust the minutes
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Display and Setting
4 Exit Clock adjustment mode
"HF WT OFF"
"HF WT 1S"
Press the [MENU] button.
"HF WT 5S" (Original setting)
"HF WT 30S"
DSI (Disabled System Indicator)
If the time set in the GSM telephone is shorter than that set in the
unit, the former will be used.
A red indicator will blink on the unit after the faceplate is
removed, warning potential thieves.
Display
Setting
"DSI ON"
"DSI OFF"
LED flashes.
LED OFF.
Touch Sensor Tone
Setting the operation check sound (beep sound) ON/OFF.
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Menu system
Display and Setting
Selectable Illumination
Selecting the button illumination color as green or red.
"Off Wait 0s"
Display
Setting
"Off Wait 3s" (Original setting)
"Off Wait 25s"
"Button Green"
"Button Red"
The illumination color is green.
The illumination color is red.
Contrast Adjustment
Adjusting the display contrast.
Eject angle setting
This function sets the opening and closing operation of a panel
when a disc is inserted and when it is ejected.
<In Standby mode>
Display and Setting
"Contrast 0"
Display
Setting
"Ejct Ang Slp"
Opens and closes the panel while
maintaining the angle of the control panel
to the set angle.
"Contrast 5" (Original setting)
"Contrast 10"
"Ejct Ang Lvl"
Opens and closes the panel after setting
the angle of the control panel to the
horizontal position.
Dimmer
Dimming this unit's display automatically when the vehicle light
switch is turned ON.
Switching preout
<In Standby mode>
Switching the preout between the rear and non-fading. (In non-
fading it outputs without effect from the fader control.)
Display
Setting
"Dimmer ON"
"Dimmer OFF"
The display dims.
The display doesn't dim.
Display
Setting
"SWPRE Rear"
"SWPRE N-Fad"
Rear preout.
Non-fading preout.
OFF Wait Time Setting
Setting the time until the faceplate hide operation starts after the
power is turned OFF.
The faceplate can be removed only during the set time period.
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Built-in Amp Mute Setting
Toggles ON or OFF the mute control on the built-in amplifier.
Turning ON this control enhances the preout quality.
<In Standby mode>
CRSC (Clean Reception System Circuit)
<In FM reception>
Temporarily have reception switched from stereo to mono to
reduce multi-path noise when listening to the FM station.
Display
Setting
Display
Setting
"AMP Mute OFF"
"AMP Mute ON"
The built-in amplifier activates.
The built-in amplifier deactivates.
"CRSC ON"
"CRSC OFF"
The CRSC is ON.
The CRSC is OFF.
Strong electrical fields (such as from power lines) may cause
unstable sound quality when CRSC is turned ON. In such a situation,
turn it OFF.
B.M.S. (Bass Management System)
Adjust the bass boost level of the external amplifier using the
main unit.
Display
Setting
Text Scroll
Setting the displayed text scroll.
"AMP BASS FLT"
"AMP BASS +6"
"AMP BASS +12"
"AMP BASS +18"
Bass boost level is flat.
Bass boost level is low (+6dB).
Bass boost level is mid (+12dB).
Bass boost level is high (+18dB).
Display
Setting
"Scroll Auto"
Repeats scroll.
"Scroll MANU"
Scrolls when the display changes.
• Refer to the catalog or instruction manual for power amplifiers that
can be controlled from this unit.
• For amplifiers there are the model that can be set from Flat to +18
dB, and the model that can be set from Flat to +12 dB.
When an amplifier that can only be set to +12 is connected to the
unit, "AMP BASS +18" won't work correctly even if it's selected.
The text scrolled is shown below.
• CD text
• MD title
• Text for GSM hands free source (message, etc.)
B.M.S. Frequency Offset
Built-in Auxiliary input Setting
Setting the central frequency boosted by B.M.S.
Set the Built-in Auxiliary Input function.
Display
Setting
"AMP Freq NML"
"AMP Freq Low"
Boost with the normal central frequency
Drop the normal central frequency 20%
Display
Setting
"AUX OFF" When selecting the source there's no Auxiliary Input.
"AUX ON" When selecting the source there's Auxiliary Input.
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Basic Operations of remote
Loading and Replacing the battery
Use one lithium battery (CR2025).
Insert the batteries with the + and – poles aligned properly,
following the illustration inside the case.
2WARNING
Store unused batteries out of the reach of children. Contact a doctor
immediately if the battery is accidentally swallowed.
Do not set the remote on hot places such as above the dashboard.
Basic operations
[VOL.] buttons
Adjusting the volume.
[SRC] button
Each time the button is pressed the source switches.
For the source switching order refer to <Selecting the Source>
(page 7).
[ATT] button
Turning the volume down quickly.
When it is pressed again it returns to the previous level.
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In Tuner source
In TV source
[FM]/ [AM] buttons
[FM] button
Select the band.
Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the
FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.
Select the TV band and Video input.
Each time the [FM] button is pressed TV bands and Video input
switch.
[4]/ [¢] buttons
Tune up or down band.
[4]/ [¢] buttons
Select the TV channel.
[0] — [9] buttons
[0] — [9] buttons
Press buttons [1] — [6] to recall preset stations.
Press buttons [1] — [6] to recall preset TV channels.
[DIRECT] button
Enters and cancels the <Direct Access Tuning> (page 18) mode.
GSM Hands Free Unit operations
[4]/ [¢] buttons
Switching the display.
In Disc source
[FM]/ [AM] buttons
Switching the initials and messages.
[4]/ [¢] buttons
Doing track forward and backward.
[0] — [9]/ [+]/ [#]/ [ ] buttons
When in <Direct Dial> (page 25), enter the telephone number.
*
[DISC+]/ [DISC–] buttons
Doing disc forward and backward.
[
] button
[38] button
Entering and switching the Hands Free mode.
Press the button for at least one second to dial a phone number
or to hang up.
Each time the button is pressed the song pauses and plays.
[DNPP]/ [OK] button
Enters and cancels the <DNPP (Disc Name Preset Play)> (page
23) mode.
[0] — [9] buttons
When in <Direct Track Search> (page 21) and <Direct Disc
Search> (page 22), enter the track/disc number.
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Accessories
External view
External view
......... Number of items
2WARNING
......... Number of items
If you connect the ignition wire (red) and the battery wire (yellow)
to the car chassis (ground), you may cause a short circuit, that in
turn may start a fire. Always connect those wires to the power
source running through the fuse box.
1
2
3
4
5
.........1
.........2
.........4
.........2
2CAUTION
• If your car's ignition does not have an ACC position, connect the
ignition wires to a power source that can be turned on and off
with the ignition key. If you connect the ignition wire to a power
source with a constant voltage supply, as with battery wires, the
battery may die.
• If the console has a lid, make sure to install the unit so that the
faceplate will not hit the lid when closing and opening.
• If the fuse blows, first make sure the wires aren’t touching to
cause a short circuit, then replace the old fuse with one with the
same rating.
• Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape or other similar
material. To prevent a short circuit, do not remove the caps on
the ends of the unconnected wires or the terminals.
• Connect the speaker wires correctly to the terminals to which
they correspond. The unit may be damaged or fail to work if you
share the - wires or ground them to any metal part in the car.
• When only two speakers are being connected to the system,
connect the connectors either to both the front output terminals
or to both the rear output terminals (do not mix front and rear).
For example, if you connect the + connector of the left speaker
to a front output terminal, do not connect the - connector to a
rear output terminal
.........4
Do not use any accessories other than those provided with your unit. If
you use other accessories, you may damage the unit.
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.
• After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps,
blinkers, wipers, etc. on the car are working properly.
• Mount the unit so that the mounting angle is 30° or less.
4. Connect the wiring harness wires in the following order: ground,
battery, ignition.
5. Connect the wiring harness connector to the unit.
6. Install the unit in your car.
7. Reconnect the - battery.
8. Turn the vehicle’s ignition key on and open the panel.
9. Press the reset button.
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Connecting Wires to Terminals
51 AUX right input (Red)
52 AUX left input (White)
11,10 Rear right output/Non-fading right output (Red)
12,29 Rear left output/Non-fading left output (White)
13 Front right output (Red)
14 Front left output (White)
To KENWOOD disc changer/
GSM hands free unit/
FM/AM antenna input 15
LX BUS Television/
External optional accessory 14
To connect these leads,
refer to the relevant
instruction manuals. 26
If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. 3a
Wiring harness
(Accessory1)22
4 When using the optional power amplifier,
P.CONT
connect to its power control terminal.
Power control wire (Blue/White)
(KDC-__ only) 16
Fuse (10A) 27
5 Depending on what antenna you are using, connect
either to the control terminal of the motor antenna, or
to the power terminal for the booster amplifier of the
film-type antenna.
ANT.CONT.
Motor antenna control wire (Blue)
(KDC-__ only) 17
28
White/Black
To front left
speaker 29
7 To car light control switch
ILLUMI
+
Dimmer control wire (Orange / White)
White
(KDC-__ only) 19
31 30
8 To "EXT.AMP.CONT." terminal of the amplifier
EXT.CONT.
Gray/Black
External amplifier control wire
(Pink / Black) (KDC-__ only) 20
having the external amp control function.
To front right
speaker 32
+
Gray
33
34
Ignition key
switch 41
Green/Black
ACC 44
Ignition wire (Red) 46
To rear left
speaker 35
+
Car fuse box 45
Green
Battery wire (Yellow) 47
Car fuse
box
(Main fuse)
42
36
37
Purple/Black
Ground wire (Black) - (To car chassis)
To rear right
speaker 38
+
Purple
39
–
+
Battery
43
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Installation (non-Japanese cars)
Firewall or metal support
Screw (M4X8)
(commercially
available)
Bend the tabs of the
mounting sleeve with
a screwdriver or similar
utensil and attach it in
place.
•
•
To attach this unit, make sure the front of the control panel faces
you and fit it into the mounting sleeve by pressing the four corners
of the hard rubber frame at the same time.
Do not apply strong pressure to other sections than the corners;
otherwise troubles such as the impossibility of opening or closing
the panel may result.
Metal mounting strap
(commercially
available)
Phillips truss head
sheet metal screw
(commercially available)
The hollow at the center of the rubber frame is designed to make it
easier to remove discs.
If you do not want the hollow to be visible, mount the rubber frame
in the opposite direction (with the flat side at the top instead of the
bottom).
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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Installation (Japanese-cars)
Removing the Unit
■ Removing the hard rubber frame
1
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.
After aligning the factory-installed radio bracket,
tighten the screws.
For Nissan Car
For Toyota Car
8mm
Accessory3
for Nissan car
8mm
Accessory4
for Toyota car
5mm
5mm
Lock
Catch
Damage to the unit will result from using screws other than
those provided.
Accessory2
Removal tool
2
When the upper level is removed, remove the lower two
locations.
Factory-installed
Radio Bracket
The frame can be removed from the bottom side in the same manner.
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Removing the Unit
Locking the Backpanel to the unit
■ Removing the Unit
1 Refer to the Removing the Backpanel function of the section on
<Theft Deterrent Panel> (page 15) and remove the Backpanel.
1
Refer to the section <Removing the hard rubber frame> and
then remove the hard rubber frame.
2 Insert the panel lock screws into the holes at the sides of the
panel.
2
3
Remove the screw (M4 × 8) on the back side.
Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots on each
side, as shown.
Accessory2
Screw (M4X8)
Removal tool
Accessory5
(commercially
available)
3 Reattach the Backpanel.
Never insert the panel lock screws (M2 X 1.5 mm) in any other screw
holes than the one specified. If you insert them in another hole, it will
contract and may cause damage to the mechanical parts inside the unit.
4
Lower the removal tool
toward the bottom, and
pull out the unit halfway
while pressing towards the
inside.
Be careful to avoid injury from
the catch pins on the removal
tool.
5
Pull the unit all the way out
with your hands, being
careful not to drop it.
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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.
? No sound can be heard, or the volume is low.
✔
The fader or balance settings are set all the way to one side.21
☞ Center the fader and balance settings.
✔
The input/output wires or wiring harness are connected incorrectly.22
☞ Reconnect the input/output wires or the wiring harness correctly.
See the section on <Connecting Wires to Terminals>.
General
✔
✔
The values of Volume offset are low.24
☞ Turn up the Volume offset, referring to the section on <Audio
control> (page 8).
? The power does not turn ON.01
✔
The fuse has blown.
☞ After checking for short circuits in the wires, replace the fuse with
one with the same rating.
The <Built-in Amp Mute Setting> (page 31) is ON.100
☞ Turn it OFF.
? There’s a source you can’t switch.07
? The sound quality is poor or distorted.25
✔
There’s no media inserted.
✔
One of the speaker wires is being pinched by a screw in the car.
☞ Check the speaker wiring.
☞ Set the media you want to listen to. If there’s no media in this
unit, you can't switch to each source.
✔
The speakers are not wired correctly.27
✔
The Disc changer isn’t connected.08
☞ Reconnect the speaker wires so that each output terminal is
connected to a different speaker.
☞ Connect the Disc changer. If the Disc changer isn’t connected to
it's input terminal, You can't switch to an external disc source.
? Non-fading output, Non-fading Low Pass Filter and Non-fading
? The memory is erased when the ignition is turned OFF.10
setting can’t be done.28
✔
The ignition and battery wire are incorrectly connected.11
☞ Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on
<Connecting Wires to Terminals>.
✔
✔
✔
The <Switching preout> (page 30) is set on Rear preout.
☞ Set it on Non-fading preout.
The <Non-fading output> (page 14) is OFF.29
☞ Turn it ON.
? There’s no loudness effect.12
✔
You’re using Non-fading preout.
The <Dual zone system> (page 16) is ON.30
☞ Loudness has no effect in Non-fading preout.
☞ Turn it OFF.
? The Non-fading output can’t be turned ON or OFF.14
? There’s no Front High Pass Filter and Rear High Pass Filter effect.31
✔
The <Switching preout> (page 30) is set is set on Rear preout.
✔
The Non-fading preout is being used.
☞ Change it to Non-fading preout.
☞ There’s no effect in Non-fading preout.
? Even if Loudness is turned ON, high-pitched tone isn't compensated
? The Touch Sensor Tone doesn’t sound.34
for. 17
✔
The preout jack is being used.
✔
Tuner source is selected.
☞ The Touch Sensor Tone can’t be output from the preout jack.
☞ High-pitched tone isn't compensated for when in Tuner source.
? The Dimmer function doesn’t work. 38-1
✔
The Dimmer wire isn’t connected correctly.
☞ Check the Dimmer wire connection.
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Troubleshooting Guide
A CD ejects as soon as it is loaded.62
? The panel is not hidden even when the power is turned off. 38-3
✔
The CD is quite dirty.63
✔
The protection function for preventing fingers or other things from
getting caught in between the panel and this unit has been activated.
☞ Turn off the power again.
☞ Clean the CD, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on
<About CDs> (page 5).
? Can’t remove disc.64
Tuner source
✔
The cause is that more than 10 minutes has elapsed since the vehicle
ACC switch was turned OFF.
? Radio reception is poor.39
☞ The disc can only be removed within 10 minutes of the ACC
switch being turned OFF. If more than 10 minutes has elapsed,
turn the ACC switch ON again and press the Eject button.
✔
✔
The car antenna is not extended.
☞ Pull the antenna out all the way.
The antenna control wire is not connected.40
☞ Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on
<Connecting Wires to Terminals>.
? The disc won’t insert.65
✔
There’s already another disc inserted.
☞ Press the [0] button and remove the disc.
? The desired frequency can’t be entered with the Direct Access
? Direct Search can’t be done.66-1
Tuning.41
✔
Another function is ON.
✔
A station that can’t be received is being entered.
☞ Turn Random Play or other functions OFF.
☞ Enter a station that can be received.
✔
You’re trying to enter a frequency with a 0.01 MHz unit.42
☞ What can be designated in the FM band is to 0.1 MHz.
? Track Search can't be done.66-2
✔
For the discs/folders first or last song.
☞ For each disc/folder, Track Search can't be done in the backward
direction for the first song or in the forward direction for the last
song.
? It isn't the set Traffic information sound volume. 43
✔
The set sound volume is less than the tuner sound volume.
☞ If the tuner sound volume is louder than the set sound volume,the
tuner sound volume is used.
If the following situations, consult your nearest service
center:
Disc source
Even though the disc changer is connected, the Disc Changer source is not
ON, with "AUX1" showing in the display during the Changer Mode.
? "AUX1" is displayed without achieving External disc control mode.50
✔
Unsupported disc changer is connected.51
☞ Use the disc changer mentioned in the IMPORTANT
INFORMATION of the section on <Safety precautions> (page 3).
? The specified disc does not play, but another one plays instead.52
✔
The specified CD is quite dirty.
☞ Clean the CD.
✔
The disc is loaded in a different slot from that specified.54
☞ Eject the disc magazine and check the number for the specified
disc.
✔
The disc is severely scratched.55
☞ Try another disc instead.
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Hold Error:
NO NAME:
The protective circuit in the unit activates when the
temperature inside the automatic disc changer exceeds 60°C
(140°F), stopping all operation.E0d
➪ Cool down the unit by opening the windows or turning on
the air conditioner. As the temperature falls below 60°C
(140°F), the disc will start playing again.
The messages shown below display your systems
condition.
EJECT:
No disc magazine has been loaded in the changer. The disc
magazine is not completely loaded.E01
➪ Load the disc magazine properly.
No CD in the unit.
Attempted to display DNPS during the CD play having no disc
names preset.E51
➪ Insert the CD.
No Disc:
No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine.E02
➪ Load a disc into the disc magazine.
Load:
Discs are being exchanged in the Disc changer.E57-1
Reading:
NO ACCESS:
The unit is reading the data on the disc.E57-2
TOC Error:
No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine.E04
➪ Load a disc into the disc magazine.
The CD is quite dirty. The CD is upside-down. The CD is
scratched a lot.
After setting it in the Disc Changer, DNPP was done without
having it been played at least 1 time.E58
➪ Clean the CD and load it correctly.
IN (Blink):
The CD player section is not operating properly.E59
➪ 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.
E-05:
The CD is upside-down.E05
➪ Load the CD correctly.
Blank Disc:
No Track:
E-15:
Nothing has been recorded on the MD.E10
No tracks are recorded on the MD, although it has a title.E11
Media was played that doesn’t have data recorded that the
unit can play. E15
➪ Use media that has data recorded that the unit can play.
No Panel:
E-77:
The faceplate of the slave unit being connected to this unit
has been removed.E30
➪ Replace it.
The unit is malfunctioning for some reason.E77
➪ Press the reset button on the unit. If the "E-77" code does
not disappear, consult your nearest service center.
Mecha Error:
Something is wrong with the disc magazine. Or the unit is
malfunctioning for some reason.E99
➪ Check the disc magazine. And then press the reset button
on the unit. If the "Mecha Error" code does not disappear,
consult your nearest service center.
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Specifications
Specifications subject to change without notice.
FM tuner section
Audio section
Frequency range (50 kHz space) ..............87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz
(200 kHz space) ............87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz
Maximum output power.................................................50 W x 4
Full Bandwidth Power (at less than 1% THD) ...............22 W x 4
Tone action
Usable sensitivity (S/N = 30dB) ..................9.3dBf (0.8 µV /75 Ω)
Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 50dB) .............15.2dBf (1.6 µV /75 Ω)
Frequency response ( 3 dB).................................30 Hz – 15 kHz
Signal to Noise ratio (MONO)..............................................70 dB
Selectivity ( 400 kHz).......................................................≥ 80 dB
Stereo separation (1 kHz) ....................................................40 dB
Bass : ..............................................................100 Hz 10 dB
Middle : .............................................................1 kHz 10 dB
Treble : ............................................................10 kHz 10 dB
Preout level / Load (during disc play)....................2000 mV/10 kΩ
Preout impedance............................................................≤ 600 Ω
AM tuner section
Auxiliary input
Frequency response ( 1 dB).................................20 Hz – 20 kHz
Input Maximum Voltage..................................................1200 mV
Input Impedance ...............................................................100 kΩ
Frequency range (9 kHz space) .....................531 kHz – 1611 kHz
(10 kHz space) ...................530 kHz – 1700 kHz
Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB)...........................28 dBµ (25 µV )
CD player section
General
Laser diode....................................................GaAlAs (λ=780 nm)
Digital filter (D/A) ....................................8 Times Over Sampling
D/A Converter .......................................................................1 Bit
Spindle speed ..............................................500 – 200 rpm (CLV)
Wow & Flutter........................................Below Measurable Limit
Frequency response ( 1 dB).................................10 Hz – 20 kHz
Total harmonic distortion (1 kHz) ......................................0.01 %
Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz) ..............................................105 dB
Dynamic range ....................................................................93 dB
Channel separation..............................................................95 dB
Operating voltage (11 – 16V allowable) .............................14.4 V
Current consumption.............................................................10 A
Installation Size (W x H x D) .........................178 x 50 x 165 mm
Weight ................................................................................1.7 kg
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