CD-RECEIVER

KDC-X589 KDC-MP5028 KDC-MP528

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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-X589, KDC-MP5028, KDC-MP528 Serial number

B64-2975-00/00 (KW)

Contents
Safety precautions Notes Warning About CDs About AAC, MP3 and WMA General features
Power Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator System Q Audio Control Audio Setup Subwoofer Output Speaker Setting Switching Display Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS) Faceplate Angle Adjustment Theft Deterrent Faceplate TEL Mute
HD Radio control features

Tuning

Menu system
Menu System Security Code Touch Sensor Tone Manual Clock Adjustment DSI (Disabled System Indicator) Selectable Illumination Dimmer Switching preout Built-in Amp Setting Dual Zone System Setting B.M.S. (Bass Management System) B.M.S. Frequency Offset AMP Control CRSC (Clean Reception System Circuit) Receive mode Setting SIRIUS ID (ESN) display Auxiliary Input Display Setting & Station/Disc Naming Text Scroll Built-in Auxiliary input Setting CD Read Setting Voice Index ACDrive firmware version display Unique ID display Audio Preset Memory Audio Preset Call Demonstration mode Setting

Tuner features

Tuning Tuning Mode Direct Access Tuning Station Preset Memory Auto Memory Entry Preset Tuning
Basic Operations of remote
CD/Audio file/External disc control features 17
Playing CD & Audio file Playing External Disc Fast Forwarding and Reversing Track/File Search Disc Search/Folder Search Direct Track/File Search Direct Disc Search Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat Scan Play Random Play Magazine Random Play Disc Random Play Folder Select Switching the Play mode Letter Seek Text/Title Scroll
Accessories/ Installation Procedure 32 Connecting Wires to Terminals Installation Removing the Unit Troubleshooting Guide Specifications 40

English

The "AAC" logo is trademark of Dolby Laboratories. English |

Safety precautions

2WARNING
To prevent injury or fire, take the following precautions:
To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit.
About CD players/disc changers 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.
Attach the panel while you are on the vehicle
The panel lock arm will be appeared when the panel is removed. Therefore, the panel must be attached during the driving.

2CAUTION

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 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 set the removed faceplate or the faceplate case in areas exposed to direct sunlight, excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing. To prevent deterioration, do not touch the terminals of the unit or faceplate with your fingers. 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. Do not apply excessive force to the open faceplate or place objects on it. Doing so will cause damage or breakdown. Do not use your own screws. Use only the screws provided. If you use the wrong screws, you could damage the unit.

LX-bus connection

The LX AMP and the sensor unit cannot be connected simultaneously. You must connect any of them at a time.

Lens Fogging

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.
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.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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. Press the reset button if the disc auto changer fails to operate correctly. Normal operation should be restored.
Before using this unit for the first time
This unit is initially set on the Demonstration mode. When using this unit for the first time, cancel the <Demonstration mode Setting> (page 29).
About SIRIUS Satellite radio tuner
Refer to the instruction manual of SIRIUS Satellite radio tuner KTC-SR901/SR902/SR903 (optional accessory), when connected, for the operation method. Refer to the sections of A models for operations.

Reset button

Reset button We recommend the use of <Security Code> (page 24) to prevent theft. The characters which can be displayed by this unit are A-Z 0-9 @ " ` % & * + = ,. / \ < > [ ] ( ) : ; ^-{}|~. 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 equipment, and some of the illustrations on the display may represent something impossible in actual operation.

Cleaning the Unit

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.

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.
Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals
If the terminals on the unit or faceplate get dirty, wipe them with a dry, soft cloth.

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About DAB Tuner control
Refer to A group on the Instruction manual of DAB Tuner KTC-9090DAB (optional accessory) for the control method of DAB Tuner function. However, the following control methods of the function for this unit may be differed from the Instruction manual; therefore, refer to the following supplemental instruction. <Auto Ensemble Memory Entry> 1. Select the preset band for Auto Ensemble Memory Entry. 2. Press the [AME] button for at least 2 seconds. Open Auto Ensemble Memory Entry. After storing in the memory finishes, the number of the pre-set buttons and the ensemble label are displayed. <Searching by programme type and language> and <Languages to be displayed> in <Programme Type (PTY) Function> At the operation to press [DISP] button, press [AUTO] button.

2Warning

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. KENWOOD CORPORATION 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS N0.21 CFR 1040. 10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J. Location : Bottom Panel

FCC WARNING

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.
About "Media Manager" of PC application attached to KDC-X589
"Media Manager" is recorded in the CD-ROM attached to this unit. Refer to the attached installation manual for the installation method of "Media Manager". Refer to the users manual recorded in the installation CD-ROM and Help of "Media Manager" for the operation method of "Media Manager". The unit can play CD (hereafter called "ACDrive disc") created by "Media Manager". Refer to the following site for the updated information of "Media Manager". http://www.kenwood.mediamanager.jp/ Contact Kenwood for the function and operation of the "Media Manager". "Media Manager" is a product of PhatNoise.

MP3 ID3 Tag/ WMA Contents property/ AAC song information (KDC-X589 only): 30 characters
File/Folder name is the number of the characters including the extensions. MP3 ID3 Tag can only display the tag of Ver1.X. (KDCMP5028/MP528 only) AAC ID3 Tag cannot be displayed.
Limitation of structure for the file and the folder
Maximum number of directory levels: 8 Maximum number of folders: 100 Maximum number of files per folder: KDC-X589: 4096, KDC-MP5028/MP528: 255

Playable AAC file

".m4a" file encoded by AAC-LC format. Refer to http://www.kenwood.mediamanager.jp/ for the details.
Playing order of the Audio file
The Audio file is played in the order which is written by writing soft. You may be able to set the playing order by writing the play sequence numbers such as "01" to "99" at the beginning of the file name. Example 0: Folder CD (1) : Audio file

Playable MP3 file

MPEG 1/2 Audio Layer 3 file Transfer bit rate: 8-320 kbps Sampling frequency KDC-X589: 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz KDC-MP5028/MP528: 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz

Playable WMA file

The file in accordance with Windows Media Audio (Except for the file for Windows Media Player 9 or after which applies the new functions) Transfer bit rate: 48-192 kbps Sampling frequency: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz

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Playable media

CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW

Depending on the writing software, it may not be possible to use quick formatted CD-RW discs. When recording to the media up to the maximum capacity at once, the writing soft is set to "Disc at once".

Playable disc format

ISO 9660 Level 1/2 Joliet Romeo Long file name.
The maximum number of characters for display
File/Folder name: KDC-X589: 128 characters KDC-MP5028/MP528: 64 characters
Playing order Playing order after ! play. ", #, $, %. File search Forward file search during # play. Push the Control knob to [] $ Folder search Forward folder search during " play. Push the Control knob to [FM] 3, 4. Folder select When it is set to directory 4, skip to the folder before the same level by folder select. Push the Control knob to [4] 2 When it is set to directory 3, makes the level up by folder select. Push the Control knob to [AM] 2

1 Select the band for Auto Memory Entry
2 Enter Direct Access Tuning mode
Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote. " " is displayed.

2 Open Auto Memory Entry

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.

3 Enter the frequency

Press the number buttons on the remote. Example: Desired frequency Press button 92.1 MHz (FM) [0], [9], [2], [1] 810 kHz (AM) [0], [8], [1], [0]

Preset Tuning

Calling up the stations in the memory.
Canceling Direct Access Tuning Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote.

2 Call up the station

Press the desired [1] [6] button.

Station Preset Memory

Putting the station in the memory.
2 Select the frequency to put in the memory
3 Put the frequency in the memory
Press the desired [1] [6] button for at least 2 seconds. The preset number display blinks 1 time. On each band, 1 station can be put in the memory on each [1] [6] button.
CD/Audio file/External disc control features
Control knob Track number Track time

IN indicator

Play mode

Disc number

Playing CD & Audio file
When there is no disc inserted
When a disc is inserted Press the [SRC] button. Select the "CD" display. Pause and play Press the Control knob. Each time the knob is pressed, it pauses and plays. Eject the disc

1 Open the panel.

Press the [0] button.

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. Insert the disc horizontal to the slot. If you insert the Disc as you push down the Disc, it may scratch the Disc.

1 Eject the disc

2 Return the panel to the original position
Refer to <About AAC, MP3 and WMA> (page8) for the Audio file by models which can be played. The announcement when selecting the folder can be canceled by <Voice Index> (page28) during the play of the ACDrive. When a disc is inserted the "IN" indicator is ON.

Playing External Disc

Playing discs set in the optional accessory disc player connected to this unit. Press the [SRC] button. Select the display for the disc player you want. Display examples: Display "CD CH" "MD CH" Disc player CD changer MD changer
Function of disc changer/ Audio file
Disc Search/Folder Search
Selecting the disc set in the Disc changer or the folder recorded on the Audio file media. Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM].

Function of disc changer

Magazine Random Play
Play the songs on all the discs in the disc changer in random order. Press the [M.RDM] button. Each time the button is pressed, the Magazine Random Play turns ON and OFF. When its ON, "MGZN RDM" is displayed.

Scan Play

Playing the first part of each song on the disc or Audio file folder you are listening to and searching for the song you want to listen to.

1 Start Scan Play

Press the [SCAN] button. "TRAC SCN"/ "FILE SCN"/ "SCAN ON" is displayed.
2 Release it when the song you want to listen
to is played Press the [SCAN] button.
Function of the KDC-X589 Function of Audio file

Disc Random Play

Playing randomly from all of the Audio files recorded in the disc. Press the [RDM] button for at least 1 second. When its ON, "DISC RDM" is displayed.
Canceling the Disc Random Play Press the [RDM] button.

Function of Audio file

Folder Select
Quickly selecting the folder you want to listen to.
Function of the KDC-X589 Function of ACDrive disc

Switching the Play mode

Arrange the playing orders of the songs by categories. Press the [S.MODE] button. Each time the button is pressed, the Play mode switches as follows. The play mode indicator is ON. Play mode "P.LIST" "GENRE" "ARTIST" "ALBUM" "FOLDER" Category which is to be arranged Play list order. By genre. By artist. By album. By the folder recorded in Disc.
1 Enter Folder Select mode
Press the [F.SEL] button. "F-SELECT" is displayed. During Select mode the folder information is displayed as shown below. Folder name display Displays the current folder name.
It doesn't function when <Disc Random Play> (page 19) is ON.
2 Select the folder level*
Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. With the [FM] of the Control knob, you move 1 level down and with the [AM] of the Control knob 1 level up. Selecting a folder in the same level Push the Control knob to [4] or []. With the [4] of the Control knob, you move to the previous folder, and with the [] of the Control knob to the next folder. Returning to the top level* Press the [3] button.
* You can operate when <Switching the Play mode> (page 20) is set to "FOLDER" while playing ACDrive disc. (KDC-X589 only)
The category information of each song is the data registered in Media Manager when ACDrive disc is being generated. The announcement when the mode is switched can be canceled by <Voice Index> (page 28). The advancement of the play mode information can be selected by [AM] and [FM] keys.
3 Decide the folder to play

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Example: When you want to set the beep sound select the "BEEP" display.

3 Set the menu item

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Example: When "BEEP" is selected, each time the knob is pushed 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. English |

In Standby mode

2 Do the step 4 through 7 operation, and enter
the Security Code. "APPROVED" is displayed. The unit can be used.

Security Code

Because authorization by the Security Code is required when its removed from the vehicle, personalizing this unit is by using the Security Code is a help in preventing theft.
The setup Security Code can be done when the <Demonstration mode Setting> (page 29) is set as OFF. When the Security Code function is activated, the code cant be changed and the function cant be released. Note, the Security Code can be set as the 4 digit number of your choice.

Touch Sensor Tone

Setting the operation check sound (beep sound) ON/OFF. Display "BEEP ON" "BEEP OFF" Setting Beep is heard. Beep canceled.
Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. When "MENU" is displayed, "SECURITY" is displayed.
Manual Clock Adjustment 1 Select Clock Adjustment mode
Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "CLK ADJ" display.
3 Enter Security Code mode
Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. When "ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.
2 Enter Clock Adjust mode
Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. The clock display blinks.
4 Select the digits to enter
5 Select the Security Code numbers

3 Adjust the hours

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Adjust the minutes Push the Control knob to [4] or [].
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5, and complete the

Security Code.

7 Confirm the Security Code
Press the Control knob for at least 3 seconds. When "RE-ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.
4 Exit Clock adjustment mode
8 Do the step 4 through 7 operation, and
reenter the Security Code. "APPROVED" is displayed. The Security Code function activates.
When the wrong Code is entered in steps 4 through 6, repeat from step 4.

DSI (Disabled System Indicator)
A red indicator will blink on the unit after the faceplate is removed, warning potential thieves. Display "DSI ON" "DSI OFF" Setting LED flashes. LED OFF.
Press the Reset button and when its removed from the battery power source

1 Turn the power ON.

Selectable Illumination
Selecting the button illumination color as green or red. Display "KEY RED" "KEY GRN" Setting The illumination color is red. The illumination color is green.
Other than Standby mode/ When the Dual Zone System is ON

Dual Zone System Setting

Setting the Front channel and Rear channel sound in the Dual Zone System. Display "ZONE2 R" "ZONE2 F" Setting Sub source (Auxiliary input source) is to be rear channel. Sub source (Auxiliary input source) is to be front channel.

Dimmer

Dimming this units display automatically when the vehicle light switch is turned ON. Display "DIM ON" "DIM OFF" Setting The display dims. The display doesnt dim.
Function of the KDC-X589 Other than Standby mode
B.M.S. (Bass Management System)
Adjust the bass boost level of the external amplifier using the main unit. Display "BMS FLT" "BMS +6" "BMS +12" "BMS +18" Setting Bass boost level is flat. Bass boost level is low (+6dB). Bass boost level is mid (+12dB). Bass boost level is high (+18dB).
Function of the KDC-MP5028/KDC-MP528 In Standby mode

Switching preout

Switching the preout between the rear and subwoofer. (In subwoofer it outputs without effect from the fader control.) Display "SWPRE R" "SWPRE SW" Setting Rear preout. Subwoofer preout.
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, "BMS +18" wont work correctly even if its selected.

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.

Installation Procedure

1. To prevent a short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - battery. 2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit. 3. Connect the speaker wires of the wiring harness. 4. Connect 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. Press the reset button.
Connecting Wires to Terminals
KDC-X589 Front left output (White) A Front right output (Red) Rear left output (White) B Rear right output (Red) Sub Woofer left output (White) C Sub Woofer right output (Red) To KENWOOD disc changer/ External optional accessory To connect these leads, refer to the relevant instruction manuals. Fuse (10A) If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. When using the optional power amplifier, connect to its power control terminal. 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. Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation. To connect the KENWOOD navigation system, consult your navigation manual. To "EXT.AMP.CONT." terminal of the amplifier having the external amp control function. To car light control switch Wiring harness (Accessory1) KDC-MP5028/MP528 Front left output (White) Front right output (Red) Rear left output (White)/ Sub Woofer left output (White) Rear right output (Red)/ Sub Woofer right output (Red) AUX left input (White) AUX right input (Red) C B A

FM/AM antenna input

Power control wire (Blue/White)
Motor antenna control wire (Blue)

TEL mute wire (Brown)

External amplifier control wire (Pink/Black) (KDC-X589 only) Dimmer control wire (Orange / White)

To front left speaker

White/Black White

To front right speaker

Gray/Black Gray

To rear left speaker

Green/Black Green

To rear right speaker

Purple/Black Purple
Ignition key switch Car fuse box ACC Car fuse box (Main fuse) Ignition wire (Red) Battery wire (Yellow) Ground wire (Black) (To car chassis)

Battery

Installation

non-Japanese cars

Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Firewall or metal support
Japanese cars 1 Refer to the section <Removing the hard rubber 2
frame> (page 36) and then remove the hard rubber frame. Align the holes in the unit (two locations on each side) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with the accessory screws. T N
Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place.

N T T/N

T: Toyota cars N: Nissan cars
Self-tapping screw (commercially available) Screw (M4X8) (commercially available)

8 mm MAX.

Accessory3.for Nissan car Accessory4.for Toyota car
Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip).
During installation, do not use any screws except for those provided. The use of different screws might result in damage to the main unit. Damage may occur if a screwdriver or similar tool is used with excessive force during the installations.
Screwing the Faceplate on the Unit
If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off, screw in the provided screws in the holes shown below.

Bottom panel Accessory5

Never insert the screw in any other screw hole than the one specified. If you screw them in another hole, it will contact and may cause damage to the mechanical parts inside the unit.

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.
Removing the Unit 1 Refer to the section <Removing the hard rubber 2 3
frame> (page 36) and then remove the hard rubber frame. Remove the screw (M4 8) on the back panel. Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots on each side, as shown.
Screw (M4X8) (commercially available)

Lock Catch

Accessory2 Removal tool
2 When the upper level is removed, remove the

lower two locations.

4 Lower the removal tool toward the bottom, and
pull out the unit halfway while pressing towards the inside.

The frame can be removed from the bottom side in the same manner.
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.

Troubleshooting Guide

What might seem to be a malfunction in your unit may just be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring. Before calling service, first check the following table for possible problems.

General

The power does not turn ON. The fuse has blown. After checking for short circuits in the wires, replace the fuse with one with the same rating. The speaker wire has a short-circuit or touches the chassis of the vehicle, and then the protection function is activated. Wire or insulate the speaker cable properly and press the reset button. Theres a source you cant switch. Theres no media inserted. Set the media you want to listen to. If theres no media in this unit, you cant switch to each source. The Disc changer isnt connected. Connect the Disc changer. If the Disc changer isnt connected to its input terminal, You cant switch to an external disc source. The memory is erased when the ignition is turned OFF. The ignition and battery wire are incorrectly connected. Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on <Connecting Wires to Terminals>. The TEL mute function does not work. The TEL mute wire is not connected properly. Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on <Connecting Wires to Terminals>. The TEL mute function turns ON even though the TEL mute wire is not connected. The TEL mute wire is touching a metal part of the car. Pull the TEL mute wire away from the metal part of the car. Even if Loudness is turned ON, high-pitched tone isnt compensated for. Tuner source is selected. High-pitched tone isnt compensated for when in Tuner source.
No sound can be heard, or the volume is low. The fader or balance settings are set all the way to one side. Center the fader and balance settings. The input/output wires or wiring harness are connected incorrectly. Reconnect the input/output wires or the wiring harness correctly. See the section on <Connecting Wires to Terminals>. The values of Volume offset are low. Turn up the Volume offset, referring to the section on <Audio Control> (page 10). The <Built-in Amp Setting> (page 25) is OFF. Turn it ON. The sound quality is poor or distorted. One of the speaker wires is being pinched by a screw in the car. Check the speaker wiring. The speakers are not wired correctly. Reconnect the speaker wires so that each output terminal is connected to a different speaker. The Touch Sensor Tone doesnt sound. The preout jack is being used. The Touch Sensor Tone cant be output from the preout jack. The Dimmer function doesnt work. The Dimmer wire isnt connected correctly. Check the Dimmer wire connection. The <Dimmer> (page 25) is OFF. Turn it ON. The sound is not output from Subwoofer or it outputs the different sound. When "2ZON" of <Audio Setup> (page 11) is set to ON. Turn OFF "2ZON".

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. Load the disc magazine properly. No CD in the unit. Insert the CD. No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine. Load a disc into the disc magazine. No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine. Load a disc into the disc magazine. The CD is quite dirty. The CD is upsidedown. The CD is scratched a lot. Clean the CD and load it correctly. The CD is upside-down. Load the CD correctly. Nothing has been recorded on the MD. No tracks are recorded on the MD, although it has a title. Media was played that doesnt have data recorded that the unit can play. Use media that has data recorded that the unit can play. The faceplate of the slave unit being connected to this unit has been removed. Replace it. The unit is malfunctioning for some reason. Press the reset button on the unit. If the "E-77" code does not disappear, consult your nearest service center. Something is wrong with the disc magazine. Or the unit is malfunctioning for some reason. Check the disc magazine. And then press the reset button on the unit. If the "E-99" code does not disappear, consult your nearest service center.
The protective circuit in the unit activates when the temperature inside the automatic disc changer exceeds 60C (140F), stopping all operation. Cool down the unit by opening the windows or turning on the air conditioner. As the temperature falls below 60C (140F), the disc will start playing again. Attempted to display DNPS during the CD play having no disc names preset. Discs are being exchanged in the Disc changer. The unit is reading the data on the disc. The CD player section is not operating properly. Reinsert the CD. If the CD cannot be ejected or the display continues to flash even when the CD has been properly reinserted, please switch off the power and consult your nearest service center. An Audio file is played with a format that this unit cant support. ---A copy-protected file is played. ----

NO DISC:

NO NAME: LOAD: READING: IN (Blink):

TOC ERR:

E-05: BLANK: NO TRACK: E-15:

NA FILE:

COPY PRO:

NO PANEL:

Specifications
Specifications subject to change without notice.

FM tuner section

Frequency range (200 kHz space) : 87.9 MHz 107.9 MHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 30dB) : 9.3dBf (0.8 V/75 ) Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 50dB) : 15.2dBf (1.6 V/75 ) 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

Audio section

Maximum output power : 50 W x 4 Full Bandwidth Power (at less than 1% THD) : 22 W x 4 Tone action Bass : 100 Hz 10 dB Middle : 1 kHz 10 dB Treble : 10 kHz 10 dB Preout level / Load (during disc play) KDC-X589/MP5028: 4000 mV/10 k KDC-MP528: 2500 mV/10 k Preout impedance : 600

AM tuner section

Frequency range (10 kHz space) : 530 kHz 1700 kHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB) : 28 dB (25 V)
Auxiliary input (KDC-MP5028/MP528)
Frequency response (1 dB) : 20 Hz 20 kHz Input Maximum Voltage : 1200 mV Input Impedance : 100 k

CD player section

Laser diode : GaAlAs Digital filter (D/A) : 8 Times Over Sampling D/A Converter : 1 Bit Spindle speed (Audio file) : rpm (CLV 2times) Wow & Flutter : Below Measurable Limit Frequency response (1 dB) : 10 Hz 20 kHz Total harmonic distortion (1 kHz) KDC-X589: 0.008 % KDC-MP5028/MP528: 0.01 % Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz) KDC-X589: 110 dB KDC-MP5028/MP528: 105 dB Dynamic range : 93 dB Channel separation : 96 dB MP3 decode : Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 WMA decode : Compliant with Windows Media Audio AAC decode : AAC-LC ".m4a" files
Operating voltage (11 16V allowable) : 14.4 V Current consumption : 10 A Installation Size (W x H x D) : 182 x 53 x 155 mm 7-3/16 x 2-1/16 x 6-1/10 inch Weight 3.09 lbs (1.4 kg)