CD-RECEIVER

KDC-4547U KDC-4047U KDC-4047UGY KDC-4047UM KDC-414U KDC-414UM

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

B64-4526-00/00 (EW/E2W/M2W)

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Contents

Before Use Basic Operations
Before Using Common Operation Playing Music (CD/USB/iPod) Listening Radio
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC

Manufacturer:

Kenwood Corporation 2967-3 Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-8525 Japan

General

Removing the Faceplate Muting Volume upon Reception of Phone Call Display Indicator Text Display Selection

EU Representatives:

Kenwood Electronics Europe BV Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, The Netherlands

Function Setting

<SETTINGS> <INITIAL SET> <DEMO MODE> <AUDIO CONTROL>
For Turkey Bu rn 26891sayl Resmi Gazetede yaymlanan Elektrikli ve Elektronik Eyalarda Baz Zararl Maddelerin Kullanmnn Snrlandrlmasna Dair Ynetmelie uygun olarak retilmitir. This product complies with Directive, Number 26891 regarding REGULATION ON THE RESTRICTION OF THE USE OF CERTAIN HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES IN LECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT.
Music Disc/Audio File Operation
Play Function All Random Music Search Music Search for iPod Alphabet Search My Playlist for iPod iPod Control by Hand Mode

Tuner Operation

PTY (Program Type) Program Type Preset Changing Language for PTY Function
Appendix Accessories/Installation Procedure Connecting Wires to Terminals Installation/Removing the Unit Troubleshooting Guide Specifications
The AAC logo is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc. Made for iPod means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Works with iPhone means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
KDC-4547U/ KDC-4047U/ KDC-4047UGY/ KDC-4047UM/ KDC-414UM/ KDC-414U

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Before Use
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. condensation on the lens may not allow CDs 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.
Notes 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. Refer to <Exit of the Demonstration Mode> (page 4). If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer. When you purchase optional accessories, check with your Kenwood dealer to make sure that they work with your model and in your area. The characters which can be displayed by this unit are A-Z 0-9 @ ` % & * + = ,. / \ < > [ ] ( ) : ; ^ - { } | ~. The RDS feature wont work where the service is not supported by any broadcasting station. 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 be inapplicable.

How to reset your unit

If the unit fails to operate properly, press the Reset button. The unit returns to factory settings when the Reset button is pressed. 1. Release the faceplate lock so that it can be removed. Refer to <Removing the Faceplate> (page 6) 2. Press the Reset button and reattaching the faceplate.

Handling CDs

Do not touch the recording surface of the CD. Do not stick tape etc. on the CD, or use a CD with tape stuck on it. Do not use disc type accessories. Clean from the center of the disc and move outward. When removing CDs from this unit, pull them out horizontally. If the CD center hole or outside rim has burrs, use the CD only after removing the burrs with a ballpoint pen etc.

Reset button

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 it again with a clean soft dry cloth.
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.

CDs that cannot be used

CDs that are not round cannot be used. CDs with coloring on the recording surface or CDs that are dirty cannot be used. This unit can only play the CDs with. This unit may not correctly play discs which do not have the mark. You cannot play a CD-R or CD-RW that has not been finalized. (For the finalization process refer to your CD-R/CD-RW writing software, and your CD-R/ CD-RW recorder instruction manual.) 3 inch CD cannot be used. Attempt to insert using an adapter can cause malfunction. English |
About the Terminals of the Unit and Faceplate
To prevent deterioration, do not touch the terminals of the unit and faceplate with your fingers. If the terminals on the unit or faceplate get dirty, wipe them with a clean soft dry cloth.

Lens Fogging

When 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, this

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Basic Operations

Release

[DISP]

Disc slot

[ ] USB Terminal

] [BAND]

[VOL] [

] [1][2] [3][4] [5][6]

Auxiliary input

Before Using

Exit of the Demonstration Mode Turn off the demonstration mode when you use it for the first time after installation.

Common Operation

Power and source select Turns the power ON by pressing the [SRC] button. When power is ON, pressing the [SRC] button switches among playable sources in the following order: Tuner (TUNER) USB (USB) or iPod (iPod) CD (CD) Auxiliary Input (AUX) Standby (STANDBY) Tuner (TUNER) Keeping pressing the [SRC] button for at least 1 second turns the power OFF.

Listening Radio

Select Tuner source Pressing the [SRC] button several times switches the source to TUNER. Band select Pressing the [BAND] button switches the receiving band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM). Station select Pressing the [4] or [] button selects the station. Station memory Pressing the [1] [6] button recalls the memorized station. Keeping pressing the [1] [6] button for at least 2 seconds memorizes the station currently selected. Traffic information Press the [ ] button for at least 1 second. Turns ON or OFF the Traffic Information function. When the function is turned ON, TI indicator is ON. If traffic bulletin starts when the function is ON, TRAFFIC/TRAFFIC INFO is displayed and traffic information is received.
Details of the station selecting in operation are set in the SEEK MODE of <Function Setting> (page 8). Receivable stations can be automatically memorized. See AUTO MEMORY of <Function Setting> (page 8). Up to 6 each stations can be memorized to the [1] [6] button in each band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM). Up to 6 stations with a different band (FM/AM) can be memorized to the [1] [6] button according to the setting of PRESET TYPE of <Function Setting> (page 8). If the volume is adjusted during reception of traffic information, the adjusted volume is memorized automatically. The memorized volume will be applied next time the Traffic Information function is turned ON.
CA-U1EX (optional accessory) is required to connect a USB device. CA-U1EX
KCA-iP101 (optional accessory) is required to connect an iPod. For the playable audio files, devices, iPod, see <About Audio file> (page 16).

English |

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Removing the Faceplate

The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft.
Muting Volume upon Reception of Phone Call
The audio system automatically mutes when a call comes in.
Detach the faceplate Press the Release button. Reattaching the Faceplate Refer to the following diagram when reattaching the faceplate.
When a call comes in CALL is displayed. The audio system pauses. Listening to the audio during a call Press the [SRC] button. The CALL display disappears and the audio system comes back ON. When the call ends Hang up the phone. The CALL display disappears and the audio system comes back ON.
After pressing the Release button, detach the faceplate immediately. If the faceplate is left attached, it can fall due to vibration and so on. The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts. Keep the faceplate in its faceplate case while detached. Do not place the faceplate (and 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 use the TEL Mute feature, you need to hook up the MUTE wire to your telephone using a commercial telephone accessory. Refer to <Connecting Wires to Terminals> (page 19).

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Display Indicator
KDC-4047U/ KDC-4047UGY/ KDC-4047UM/ KDC-414U/ KDC-414UM

Text Display Selection

Changing displayed information on each source following;
In Tuner source Information Program Service name (FM)
Radio text (FM) Frequency (MW, LW) Clock

KDC-4547U

Display FREQ/PS/ FREQUENCY/PS RADIO TEXT FREQUENCY CLOCK
1 ATT indicator: Blinks when the attenuator function is on. Use the remote control (optional accessory) to turn on/off the attenuator function. 2 ST indicator: Lights when a stereo broadcast is received. 3 RDS indicator: Lights when the RDS service is available. 4 TI indicator: Lights when the Traffic Information function is on. 5 EQ indicator: Lights when System Q (page 10) is set to an EQ mode other than NATURAL. 6 B.BOOST indicator: Lights when Bass Boost (page 10) is set to 1 or 2. 7 indicator: Lights in the Search mode or when a Playlist is displayed. 8 IN indicator: Lights when a disc is in the unit. 9 indicator: Shows the image indicating the operating state of each source or the setting of Audio Control.
In CD source Information Disc title Track title Play time & Track number Clock In Audio file/ iPod source Information Music title & Artist name
Album name & Artist name Folder name File name Play time & Music number Clock
Display DISC TITLE TRACK TITLE P-TIME CLOCK
Display TITLE/ TITLE/ARTIST ALBUM/ ALBUM/ARTIST FOLDER NAME FILE NAME P-TIME CLOCK
In Standby/ Auxiliary input source Information Display Source name SOURCE NAME Clock CLOCK
Select the text Press the [DISP] button.
When you select the clock display, the display setting of each source will be changed to the clock display. If the selected display item does not have any information, alternative information is displayed. When selecting FOLDER NAME while playing with iPod, names will be displayed depending on currently selected browsing items. If the iPod Control by Hand Mode is set to on while playing the iPod, iPodMODE is displayed. If all characters cannot be displayed while playing with iPod, the file number in the list is displayed.
Information Music title Folder name File name
Display TITLE*** FOLDER*** FILE*** English |

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Perform configuration for this unit. You can set up the following functions.
You can do this adjustment when TIME SYNC is set to OFF.

1 Select a source

Press the [SRC] button.
Items to be displayed vary depending on the selected source. Refer to the function list shown later.

\ Monaural Reception: MONO SET ON,OFF* You can reduce the noise when stereo broadcasts are received as monaural. (FM only) News: NEWS SET OFF*,0-90 Automatically receives news bulletin when it starts. Set the time during which interrupt is to be disabled after start of another news bulletin. Changing NEWS 00M to NEWS 90M turns this function ON. If news bulletin starts when this function is ON, NEWS is displayed and news is received. If 20M is has been set, reception of another news bulletin will not start for 20 minutes. The news bulletin volume is the same level that was set for Traffic Information.

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Alternative Frequency: AF SET ON*,OFF When the reception is poor, automatically alternate to another frequency broadcasting the same program in the same RDS network with better reception. RDS Regional: RDS REG/RDS REGIONAL ON*,OFF Sets whether to switch to the station only in the specific region using the AF control. Auto TP Seek: ATP SEEK/AUTO TP SEEK ON*,OFF When traffic information station reception is poor, automatically searches for a station that can be received better. Skip Search*1: SKIP SEARCH 0.5%*,1%,5%,10% Sets the ratio of skip performed with <Music Search for iPod> (p.13) and <Music Search> (p.12). My Playlist Delete*1: MPLIST DEL/MPLIST DELETE Deletes the saved My Playlist. Selecting YES and then pressing the [VOL] knob deletes the My Playlist. Name Set: AUX NAME/AUX NAME SET AUX*, DVD, PORTABLE, GAME, VIDEO, TV Sets the display when switched to AUX source. <INITIAL SET> Mixed Preset Memory Switching: PRESET TYPE TYPE NORM/TYPE NORMAL*,TYPE MIX TYPE NORM/TYPE NORMAL: 1 station can be assigned to 1 preset button in each of 4 bands (FM1, FM2, FM3, and AM), i.e., a total of 24 stations (6 stations x 4 bands) can be preset. TYPE MIX: A total of 6 stations can be assigned to a total of 6 preset buttons regardless of band (FM1, FM2, FM3, and AM). You can recall a preset station without switching between bands. Beep: KEY BEEP ON*,OFF Setting the operation check sound (beep sound) ON/OFF. Russian language setting: RUSSIAN SET ON,OFF* When this is set to ON, the following character strings are displayed in Russian: Folder name/ File name/ Song title/ Artist name/ Album name Power OFF Timer: P-OFF WAIT ----,20M*,40M,60M

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Setting the timer to turn this units power OFF automatically when Standby mode continues. Using this setting can save the vehicles battery power. : Power OFF Timer function is OFF. 20M: Turns the power OFF after 20 minutes. 40M: Turns the power OFF after 40 minutes. 60M: Turns the power OFF after 60 minutes. Built in AUX: BUILTIN AUX/BUILT-IN AUX ON1*,ON2,OFF When this is set to ON, AUX source can be selected. ON1: Outputs the sound of external unit connected to the AUX terminal when switched to AUX source. ON2: Activates the attenuator function when turning on the power with AUX source selected. Turn off the attenuator function when listening to output from external unit. This prevents the noise when no external unit is connected to AUX terminal. OFF: Disables the selection of AUX source. Set to OFF when not using the AUX terminal. CD READ: CD READ 1*,2 Sets the method for reading CD. When unable to play special format CD, set this function to 2 to force playing. Note that some music CD may be unplayable even when set to 2. In addition, audio files cannot be played when set to 2. Normally, keep this set to 1. 1 : Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD when playing disc. 2 : Forces playing as music CD. Switching Preout*2: SWITCH PRE/SWITCH PREOUT REAR*,SUB-W Switches the preout between rear output (REAR) and subwoofer output (SUB-W). Speaker Select: SP SELECT OFF*,5/4,6*9/6,OEM Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is optimal when setting the speaker type as follows; Speaker type OFF For 5 & 4 in. speaker For 6 & 6x9 in. speaker For the OEM speaker Display SP OFF SP 5/4 SP 6*9/6 SP OEM

AUDIO CONTROL/ AUDIO CTRL SUB-W SET/SUBWOOFER SET BASS BOOST SYSTEM Q BASS LEVEL
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Play function

Repeat play Press the [4] button. Switches between Track Repeat (TRAC REPEAT/ TRACK REPEAT) and OFF (REPEAT OFF) when pressed while playing a CD. Switches between File Repeat (FILE REPEAT), Folder Repeat (FOLD REPEAT/ FOLDER REPEAT), and OFF (REPEAT OFF) when pressed while playing an audio file. Random play Press the [3] button. Randomly plays the music in the disc or folder. When Random Play is turned on, DISC RANDOM/ FOLD RANDOM/ FOLDER RANDOM is displayed. Pressing this button again cancels the Random play. Scan play Press the [2] button. Successively plays the intro of the music in the disc or folder. When Scan Play is turned on, TRAC SCAN/ TRACK SCAN/ FILE SCAN is displayed. Pressing this button again plays songs in the normal mode starting with the song being played now. Function of Audio file/ CD source

Music Search

Selecting the music you want to listen to from the device or media being played now.
1 Enter Music Search mode
Press the [ ] button. SEARCH is displayed. Displays the current Audio file name.

2 Search for music

Audio file
Operation type Movement between folders/files Skip Search* Selection of folder/flie Return to previous folder Return to root folder Operation Turn the [VOL] knob. Press the [4] or [] button. Press the [VOL] knob. Press the [ ] button. Press the [BAND] button.
< or > beside the displayed folder name indicates that this folder is preceded or followed by another folder.

CD source

Operation type Movement between track Selection of track Return to first track Operation Turn the [VOL] knob. Press the [VOL] knob. Press the [BAND] button before selecting a track.
Function of KDC-4547U with iPod

All Random

All songs in iPod are played at random. Press the [3] button for at least 1 seconds. Pressing the button toggles the setting between All random play on (ALL RANDOM) and off (RANDOM OFF).
Cancelling the Music Search mode Press the [ ] button for at least 1 second.
Skip Search: The number of songs to be skipped is determined by the ratio of the total number of songs in the list which is selected. Set the ratio with SKIP SEARCH in <Function Setting> (page 8). Keep pushing the [4] or [] button for 3 seconds or longer skips songs at 10% regardless of the setting. * This operation is effective only for the files registered in the database created with KENWOOD Music Editor.

Display PDCT*** GEN*** COM***
The time of Alphabet search may become long depending on the number of songs or number of playlists in iPod. To search for a character other than A to Z and 0 to 9, enter * at the first character position. In this case, you cannot enter any character at the second and third character positions. If the first character string begins with an article a, an, or the in the alphabet search mode, it is searched for in defiance of the article.
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2 Turn the [VOL] knob to select ONE or ALL,
and then press the [VOL] knob. Selecting DELETE ALL allows you songs. press the [VOL] knob. COMPLETED is displayed. delete all

My Playlist for iPod

Allows you to register your favorite songs in the Playlist of this unit. You can register up to 10 songs in the Playlist.
3 Turn the [VOL] knob to select YES, and then
Registering Songs in the Playlist
1 Play the song you want to register
Press the [BAND], [4], and [] button. You can select the song to play by referring to <Music Search for iPod>.
You can also delete all songs from the Playlist by selecting MPLIST DEL/ MPLIST DELETE described in the section <Function Setting> (page 8).

2 Register the song

Press the [5] button for at least 2 seconds. ## STORED (Registration number) is displayed. You can register up to 10 songs.
Make a Playlist from the songs stored in one iPod. If you attempt to register a song stored in a different iPod, NO INFO appears and then MPLIST DELETE appears. To delete the Playlist, turn the [VOL] knob to select YES and then press the [VOL] knob. The song displayed in the Music Search mode can be registered in the same manner. For how to use the music search function, refer to <Music Search for iPod> (page 13). If you attempt to register the eleventh song, MEMORY FULL appears and you cannot register it accordingly. To register the song, delete an unnecessary song. Do not register Podcasts. Songs you do not want to register may be registered, or playback may not be carried out correctly.
iPod Control by Hand Mode
Allows you to operate iPod with the control on the iPod. Press the [1] button. Pressing the button toggles the setting between iPod control by hand mode on (HANDS ON) and off (HANDS OFF).
In the iPod Control by hand mode, iPod cannot be operated using this unit. This mode is not compatible with music information display. The display will show iPod MODE. iPod can be operated when it conforms to the iPod control function.

Playing the Song in the Playlist

1 Display the Playlist

Press the [5] button. MY PLAYLIST is displayed.
2 Play the song in the Playlist
Turn the [VOL] knob to select the song you want to play, and then press the [VOL] knob.
Turning the power OFF stops playing the song in the Playlist. The ending of a song without one second or longer silent may not be played. Random play cannot be performed during playback of a song in the Playlist.
Deleting a Song from the Playlist
1 Turn the [VOL] knob to display the song you
want to delete, and then press the [VOL] knob for at least 2 seconds.
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PTY (Program Type)

Selecting the Program Type below and searching for a station; Program Type Speech Music News Current Affairs Information Sport Education Drama Culture Science Varied Pop Music Rock Music Easy Listening Music Light Classical Display SPEECH MUSIC NEWS AFFAIRS INFO SPORT EDUCATE DRAMA CULTURE SCIENCE VARIED POP M ROCK M EASY M LIGHT M Program Type Serious Classical Other Music Weather Finance Childrens programs Social Affairs Religion Phone In Travel Leisure Jazz Music Country Music National Music Oldies Music Folk Music Documentary Display CLASSICS OTHER M WEATHER FINANCE CHILDREN SOCIAL RELIGION PHONE IN TRAVEL LEISURE JAZZ COUNTRY NATION M OLDIES FOLK M DOCUMENT

Program Type Preset

Putting the Program Type in the Preset button memory and quick recall.
Presetting the Program Type
1 Select the Program Type to preset
Refer to <PTY (Program Type)> (page 15).
2 Preset the Program Type
Press the desired [1] [6] button for at least 2 seconds.
Recalling the preset Program Type

1 Enter PTY mode

2 Recall the Program Type
Press the desired [1] [6] button.
Speech and Music include the Program type shown below. Music: Black character item. Speech: White character item.
Changing Language for PTY Function
Selecting the Program Type display language as follows; Language English French German Display ENGLISH FRENCH GERMAN
Press the [ ] button. During PTY mode the indicator is ON. (KDC-4547U only)
2 Select the Program Type

Turn the [VOL] knob.

3 Search for the selected Program Type station
Press the [4] or [] button.
2 Enter Changing Language mode

Press the [ ] button.

4 Exit PTY mode

3 Select the language

This function cannot be used during a traffic bulletin or AM reception. When the selected Program Type is not found, NO PTY is displayed. Select another Program Type.
4 Exit Changing Language mode

Press the [VOL] button.

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Appendix

About Audio file
Playable Audio file AAC-LC (.m4a), MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma) Playable disc media CD-R/RW/ROM Playable disc file format ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name. Playable USB device USB mass storage class Playable USB device file system FAT16, FAT32 iPod Playable Model KDC-4547U Although the audio files are complied with the standards listed above, the play maybe impossible depending on the types or conditions of media or device. Playing order of the Audio file In the example of folder/file tree shown below, the files are played in the order from to.
iPod/iPhone that can be connected to this unit
Made for iPod nano (1st generation) iPod nano (2nd generation) iPod nano (3rd generation) iPod nano (4th generation) iPod with video iPod classic iPod touch (1st generation) iPod touch (2nd generation) Works with iPhone iPhone 3G iPhone 3GS
: Folder Folder : Audio file Audio fi
Update iPod/iPhone software to the latest version. The word iPod appearing in this manual indicates the iPod or the iPhone connected with the iPod connection cable* (optional accessory). * Not supported model KCA-iP500. Refer to the web site for connectable iPod and iPod connection cable. www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ipod/
If you start playback after connecting the iPod, the music that has been played by the iPod is played first. In this case, RESUMING is displayed without displaying a folder name, etc. Changing the browse item will display a correct title, etc. You cannot operate iPod if KENWOOD or displayed on iPod.
An online manual about audio files is put on the site, www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/. On this online manual, detailed information and notes which are not written in this manual are provided. Make sure to read through the online manual as well.

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About USB device

In this manual, the word USB device is used for flash memories and digital audio players which have USB terminals. When the USB device is connected to this unit, it can be charged up provided that this unit is powered. Install the USB device in the place where it will not prevent you from driving your vehicle properly. You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub and Multi Card Reader. Take backups of the audio files used with this unit. The files can be erased depending on the operating conditions of the USB device. We shall have no compensation for any damage arising out of erasure of the stored data. No USB device comes with this unit. You need to purchase a commercially available USB device. When connecting the USB device, usage of the CAU1EX (option) is recommended. Normal playback is not guaranteed when a cable other than the USB compatible cable is used. Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5 m can result in abnormal playback.
This Product is not installed by the manufacturer of a vehicle on the production line, nor by the professional importer of a vehicle into an EU Member State.
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries (applicable for EU countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems)
Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste. Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts. Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest to you. Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst preventing detrimental effects on our health and the environment. Notice: The sign Pb below the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery contains lead.
About KENWOOD Music Editor
This unit supports the PC application KENWOOD Music Editor Lite ver1.0 or later. When you use the audio file with database information added by the KENWOOD Music Editor Lite ver1.0, you can search a file by title, album or artist name using the <Music Search> (page 12). In the Instruction manual, the term Music Editor media is used to mean the device that contains audio files with database information added with KENWOOD Music Editor. KENWOOD Music Editor Lite ver1.0 is available from the following web site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ For further information on KENWOOD Music Editor Lite ver1.0, refer to the site above or the application help.
The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas)

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.
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Accessories/Installation Procedure

Accessories

with the ignition, connect the ignition wire to a power source that can be turned on and off with the ignition key. Use a commercially available conversion connector if the connector does not fit in the vehicle connector. 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. 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 arent touching to cause a short circuit, then replace the old fuse with one with the same rating. 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. 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.
2..2 Installation Procedure
1. To prevent short circuits, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - terminal of the battery. 2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit. 3. Connect the wire on the wiring harness. 4. Take Connector B on the wiring harness and connect it to the speaker connector in your vehicle. 5. Take Connector A on the wiring harness and connect it to the external power connector on your vehicle. 6. Connect the wiring harness connector to the unit. 7. Install the unit in your car. 8. Reconnect the - terminal of the battery. 9. Press the reset button.
Mounting and wiring this product requires skills and experience. For safetys sake, leave the mounting and wiring work to professionals. 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 use your own screws. Use only the screws provided. If you use the wrong screws, you could damage the unit. If the power is not turned ON (PROTECT is displayed), the speaker wire may have a short-circuit or touched the chassis of the vehicle and the protection function may have been activated. Therefore, the speaker wire should be checked. Make sure that all wire connections are securely made by inserting jacks until they lock completely. If your vehicles ignition does not have an ACC position, or if the ignition wire is connected to a power source with constant voltage such as a battery wire, the power will not be linked with the ignition (i.e., it will not turn on and off along with the ignition). If you want to link the units power

2 The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicles ISO connector is connected to the constant power supply, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is linked to the ignition.

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Installation/Removing the Unit
Installation 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.
Lock Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place. Catch
Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip).

Accessory2 Removal tool

2 When the upper level is removed, remove the

lower two locations.

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

CAUTION

Install this unit in the console of your vehicle. Do not touch the metal part of this unit during and shortly after the use of the unit. Metal part such as the heat sink and enclosure become hot.
Removing the Unit 1 Refer to the section <Removing the hard rubber
frame> and then remove the hard rubber frame.
2 Detach the faceplate. 3 Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots

on each side, as shown.

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

Accessory2

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

Some functions of this unit may be disabled by some settings made on this unit. 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.

Laser diode : GaAlAs Digital filter (D/A) : 8 Times Over Sampling D/A Converter : 24 Bit Spindle speed : rpm (CLV) Wow & Flutter : Below Measurable Limit Frequency response (1 dB) : 20 Hz 20 kHz Total harmonic distortion (1 kHz) : 0.01 % Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz) : 105 dB Dynamic range : 93 dB MP3 decode : Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 WMA decode : Compliant with Windows Media Audio AAC decode : AAC-LC.m4a files
Frequency response (3 dB) : 20 Hz 20 kHz Input Maximum Voltage : 1200 mV Input Impedance : 10 k
Operating voltage (11 16V allowable) : 14.4 V Maximum Current consumption : 10 A Installation Size (W x H x D) : 182 x 53 x 155 mm Weight : 1.3 kg
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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