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KDC-W4527 KDC-W4527G

CD-RECEIVER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

B64-2691-00/00 (EF)

KDC-W4527_U.S

03.11.13

2:06 PM

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Contents

English

Safety precautions..3 About CDs..5 Notes on playing MP3/WMA.6 General features..8
Power Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator Loudness System Q Audio Control Speaker Setting Switching Display Theft Deterrent Faceplate TEL Mute
CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features.17
Playing CD & MP3/WMA Playing External Disc Fast Forwarding and Reversing Track/File Search Disc/ Folder Search Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat Scan Play Random Play Magazine Random Play Folder Select Disc Naming (DNPS) Text/Title Scroll
Text Scroll Auxiliary Input Display Setting & Disc Naming Power OFF Timer CD Read Setting
Accessories.27 Installation Procedure.27 Connecting Wires to Terminals...28 Installation..29 Troubleshooting Guide.31 Specifications..34

Menu system..21

Menu System Touch Sensor Tone Manual Clock Adjustment Synchronize Clock DSI (Disabled System Indicator) Selectable Illumination News Bulletin with Timeout Setting Local Seek Tuning Mode Auto Memory Entry AF (Alternative Frequency) Restricting RDS Region (Region Restrict Function) Auto TP Seek Monaural Reception

Tuner features..12

Tuning Station Preset Memory Auto Memory Entry Preset Tuning

RDS features..14

Traffic Information Presetting Volume for Traffic Information Radio Text Scroll PTY (Program Type) Program Type preset Changing Language for PTY Function

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Safety precautions

2WARNING

To prevent injury and/or fire, take the following precautions:
Insert the unit all the way until it is fully locked in place. Otherwise it may fly out of place during collisions and other jolts. When extending the ignition, battery, or ground wires, make sure to use automotivegrade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm2 (AWG18) or more to prevent wire deterioration and damage to the wire coating. To prevent short circuits, never put or leave any metallic objects (e.g., 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. 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.

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 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 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. To prevent short circuits when replacing a fuse, first disconnect the wiring harness. Do not place any object between the faceplate and the unit. During installation, do not use any screws except for the ones provided. The use of improper screws might result in damage to the main unit.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 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.
Do Not Load 8-cm (3-in.) CDs in the CD slot
If you try to load an 8-cm CD with its adapter into the unit, the adapter might separate from the CD and damage the unit.

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English NOTE
If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer. If the unit does not seem to be working right, try pressing the reset button first. If that does not solve the problem, consult your Kenwood dealer. Press the reset button if the Disc auto changer fails to operate correctly. Normal operation should be restored.

EXTERNAL MEDIA CONTROL

Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals
If the terminals on the unit or faceplate get dirty, wipe them with a dry, soft cloth.
The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas)

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.

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. 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.

Play mode may not be possible when portions of the functions of Windows Media Player 9 or higher are used.

Acceptable media

The MP3/WMA recording media acceptable to this unit are CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. When using CD-RW, do full format not quick format to prevent malfunction.

Entering ID3 tag

The Displayable ID3 tag is ID3 version 1.x. For the character code, refer to the List of Codes.
Acceptable medium formats
The following formats are available for the media used in this unit. The maximum number of characters used for file name including the delimiter (".") and three-character extension are indicated in parentheses. ISO 9660 Level 1 (12 characters) ISO 9660 Level 2 (31 characters) Joliet (64 character; Up to 32 characters are displayed) Romeo (128 character; Up to 64 characters are displayed) Long file name (200 characters; Up to 64 characters are displayed) Maximum number of characters for folder name: 64 (Joliet; Up to 32 characters are displayed) For a list of available characters, see the instruction manual of the writing software and the section Entering file and folder names below. The media reproducible on this unit has the following limitations: Maximum number of directory levels: 8 Maximum number of files per folder: 255 Maximum number of folders: 50 MP3/WMA written in the formats other than the above may not be successfully played and their file names or folder names are not properly displayed.
Entering file and folder names
The code list characters are the only file names and folder names that can be entered and displayed. If you use any other character for entry, the file and folder names are not displayed correctly. They may neither be displayed correctly depending on the CD writer used. The unit recognizes and plays only those MP3/WMA which have the MP3/WMA extension (.MP3/.WMA).
A file with a name entered with characters not on the code list may not play correctly.
Writing files into a medium
When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, the unit checks all the data on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or non-MP3/WMA files, therefore, it takes a long time until the unit starts playing MP3/WMA. In addition, it may take time for the unit to move to the next MP3/WMA file or a File Search or Folder Search may not be performed smoothly.

ATT/ LOUD

LOUD indicator
This unit automatically turns full power OFF after 20 minutes lapses in Standby mode in order to save the vehicles battery. The time until full power OFF can be set in <Power OFF Timer> (page 25).

ATT indicator

Volume
Increasing Volume Press the [u] button. Decreasing Volume Press the [d] button.

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Attenuator
Turning the volume down quickly. Press the [ATT] button. Each time the button is pressed the Attenuator turns ON or OFF. When its ON, the "ATT" indicator blinks.

System Q

You can recall the best sound setting preset for different types of music.
1 Select the source to set

Press the [SRC] button.

2 Select the Sound type

Loudness

Compensating for low and high tones during low volume. Press the [LOUD] button for at least 1 second. Each time the button is pressed for at least 1 second the Loudness turns ON or OFF. When its ON, "LOUD" indicator is ON. Press the [Q] button. Each time the button is pressed the sound setting switches. Sound setting Display Flat "FLAT" Rock "ROCK" Top 40 "TOP40" Pops "POPS" Jazz "JAZZ" Easy "EASY"
Each setting value is changed with the <Speaker setting> (page 10). First, select the speaker type with the Speaker setting. When the System Q setting is changed, the Bass, Middle, and Treble set in audio control replace the System Q values.

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Audio Control
3 Select the Speaker type
Press the [4] or [] button. Each time the button is pressed the below. Speaker type OFF For the OEM speaker For 6 & 6x9 in. speaker For 5 & 4 in. speaker setting switches as shown Display "SP OFF" "SP OEM" "SP 6/6x9" "SP 5/4"
1 Select the source for adjustment
2 Enter Audio Control mode
Press the [AUD] button for at least 1 second.
3 Select the Audio item for adjustment
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Each time the button is pressed the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below.
4 Exit Speaker Setting mode

Press the [Q] button.

4 Adjust the Audio item
Press the [4] or [] button. Adjustment Item Display Bass level "BAS" Middle level "MID" Treble level "TRE" Balance "BAL" Fader "FAD" Range 8 +++8 Left 15 Right 15 Rear 15 Front 15

Switching Display

Switching the information displayed. Press the [DISP] button. Each time the button is pressed the display switches as shown below. In Tuner source Information Program Service name or Frequency Radio text, Program Service name or Frequency Clock Display "R-TEXT"

Tuner features

AM FM

Band display

Frequency display

ST indicator

Preset station number

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Tuning

Selecting the station.

Auto Memory Entry
Putting a station with good reception in the memory automatically.

1 Select tuner source

Press the [SRC] button. Select the "TUNER" display.
1 Select the band for Auto Memory Entry
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

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.

2 Enter Menu mode

Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "MENU" is displayed.
3 Select the Auto Memory Entry mode
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "A-MEMORY" display.

3 Tune up or down band

Press the [4] or [] button.
During reception of stereo stations the "ST" indicator is ON.

4 Open Auto Memory Entry

Press the [4] or [] button for at least 2 seconds. When 6 stations that can be received are put in the memory Auto Memory Entry closes.

Station Preset Memory

Putting the station in the memory.

1 Select the band

When the <AF (Alternative Frequency)> (page 24) is ON, only RDS stations are put in the memory. When Auto Memory Entry is done in the FM2 band, the RDS stations preset in the FM1 band aren't put in the memory. Likewise, when it is done in the FM3 band, RDS stations preset in FM1 or FM2 aren't put 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.

Preset Tuning

Calling up the stations in the memory.

2 Call up the station

Press the desired [1] [6] button.

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RDS features

Traffic Information

AM/ FM/ 4 SCRL PTY Switching to traffic information automatically when a traffic bulletin starts even when you aren't listening to the radio. Press the [TI] button. Each time the button is pressed the Traffic Information function turns ON or OFF. When it's ON, "TI" indicator is ON. When a traffic information station isn't being received the "TI" indicator blinks. When a traffic bulletin starts, "TRAFFIC" is displayed it and it switches to traffic information.

Fast Forwarding and Reversing
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.
Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat
Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer or MP3/WMA folder you're listening to. Press the [REP] button. Each time the button is pressed the Repeat Play switches as shown below. In CD & External disc source Repeat play Track Repeat Disc Repeat (In Disc Changer) OFF Display "REP ON"/ "TREP ON" "DREP ON" "REP OFF"

Track/File Search

Searching for a song on the disc or in the MP3/WMA folder. Press the [4] or [] button.

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In MP3/WMA source Repeat play File Repeat Folder Repeat OFF
Display "FILE REP" "FOLD REP" "REP OFF"
Magazine Random Play (Function of disc changer)
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 or OFF. When it's ON, "MRDM ON" is displayed.
When the [] button is pressed, the next song select starts.

Scan Play

Playing the first part of each song on the disc or MP3/WMA folder you are listening to and searching for the song you want to listen to.

1 Start Scan Play

Press the [SCAN] button. "SCAN ON"/ "TSCAN ON" is displayed.
2 Release it when the song you want to listen to is played

Press the [SCAN] button.

Random Play
Play all the songs on the disc or MP3/WMA folder in random order. Press the [RDM] button. Each time the button is pressed Random Play turns ON or OFF. When it's ON, "RDM ON" is displayed.

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Folder Select (Function of MP3/WMA)
Quickly selecting the folder you want to listen to. Canceling the Folder Select mode Press the [F.SEL] button.
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. Function of the External CD changer / External CD player

Disc Naming (DNPS)

Attaching a title to a CD.
1 Play the disc you want to attach a name to 2 Enter Menu mode
3 Select Name set mode 2 Select the folder level
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. With the [FM] button you move 1 level down and with the [AM] button 1 level up. Selecting a folder in the same level Press the [4] or [] button. With the [4] button you move to the previous folder, and with the [] button to the next folder. Returning to the top level Press the [3] button. Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "NAME SET" display.

4 Exit Clock adjustment mode

Synchronize Clock

Synchronizing the RDS station time data and this unit's clock. Display "SYNC ON" "SYNC OFF" Setting Synchronizes the time. Adjust the time manually.

Touch Sensor Tone

Setting the operation check sound (beep sound) ON/OFF.
It takes 3 to 4 minutes to synchronize the clock.

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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.
If you choose the "20M" setting, further news bulletins will not be received for 20 minutes once the first news bulletin is received. The news bulletin volume is the same level that was set for <Traffic Information> (page 14). This function is only available if the desired station sends PTY-code for news bulletin or belongs to <Enhanced Other Network>Network sending PTY-code for news bulletin. When the News Bulletin Interrupt function is ON, it switches to an FM station.

Selectable Illumination

Selecting the button illumination color as green or red. Display "COL RED" "COL GRN" Setting The illumination color is red The illumination color is green.

Local Seek

<In Tuner mode>
Only stations whose reception is good are searched for in auto seek tuning. Display "LO.S OFF" "LO.S ON" Setting The local seek function is OFF. The local seek function is ON.
News Bulletin with Timeout Setting
It switches automatically when a news bulletin starts even if the radio isn't being listened to. Also, the time interval when interrupt is prohibited can be set. Display and Setting "NEWS OFF" "NEWS 00M" "NEWS 90M" When "NEWS 00M" "NEWS 90M" is set, the News Bulletin Interrupt function is ON. When the news bulletin starts, "NEWS" is displayed, and it switches to the news bulletin. 23

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Tuning Mode
Sets the tuning mode. Tuning mode Auto seek Preset station seek Manual Display "AUTO 1" indicator "AUTO 2" indicator "MANUAL" Operation Automatic search for a station. Search in order of the stations in the Preset memory. Normal manual tuning control.
Restricting RDS Region (Region Restrict Function)
You can choose whether or not to restrict the RDS channels, received with the AF function for a particular network, to a specific region. Display "REG ON" "REG OFF" Setting The Region Restrict Function is ON. The Region Restrict Function is OFF.

Sometimes stations in the same network broadcast different programs or use different program service names.
<In Tuner mode> Auto TP Seek
When the TI function is ON and poor reception conditions are experienced when listening to a traffic information station, another traffic information station with better reception will be searched for automatically. Display "ATPS ON" "ATPS OFF" Setting The Auto TP Seek Function is ON. The Auto TP Seek Function is OFF.
For the operation method refer to <Auto Memory Entry> (page 13).
AF (Alternative Frequency)
When poor reception is experienced, automatically switch to another frequency broadcasting the same program in the same RDS network with better reception. Display "AF ON" "AF OFF" Setting The AF function is ON. The AF function is OFF.
When the AF function is ON, the "RDS" indicator is ON.
When no other stations with stronger reception are available for the same program in the RDS network, you may hear the incoming broadcast in bits and snatches. Turn OFF the AF function in such a case.

Monaural Reception

<In FM reception>
Noise can be reduced when stereo broadcasts are received as monaural. Display "MONO OFF" "MONO ON" 24 Setting The monaural reception is OFF. The monaural reception is ON.

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Text Scroll
Setting the displayed text scroll. Display "SCL MANU" "SCL AUTO" Setting Doesn't scroll. Scrolls when the display changes.
The text scrolled is shown below. CD text Folder name/ File name/ Song title/ Artist name/ Album name MD title Radio text
Each time the button is pressed the display switches as shown below. "AUX EXT" "TV" "DVD" "VIDEO" "GAME" "PORTABLE"
6 Exit Auxiliary input display setting mode
When operation stops for 10 seconds, the name at that time is selected, and Auxiliary input display setting mode closes.
Auxiliary Input Display Setting & Disc Naming
For selecting the display when switched to Auxiliary input source. For the Disc Naming refer to the <Disc Naming (DNPS)> (page 20).

Power OFF Timer

Setting the timer to turn this unit's power OFF automatically when Standby mode continues. Using this setting can save the vehicle's battery power. Display "OFF " "OFF 20M" (Original setting) "OFF 40M" "OFF 60M" Setting Power OFF Timer function is OFF. Turns the power OFF after 20 minutes. Turns the power OFF after 40 minutes. Turns the power OFF after 60 minutes.
1 Select Auxiliary input source

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Connecting Wires to Terminals
KENWOOD disc changer input 14 To connect the Disc changer, consult your Disc changer manual. 15

REAR L

10 Rear left output (White) Rear right output (Red) 4 Antenna Conversion Adaptor (ISOJASO) (Accessory3) 2 Antenna Cord (ISO) 1
To Steering remote (Blue/Yellow) (Optional Accessory)

REMO.CONT

Fuse (10A) 13
FM/AM antenna input 3 Wiring harness (Accessory1) 16

Connector Function Guide

Pin Numbers for ISO Connectors

Cable Color

Functions

17 TEL mute wire (Brown)

TEL MUTE
External Power Connector A4 A5 A7 A8 Speaker Connector B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8
Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation. 21 To connect the KENWOOD navigation system, consult your navigation manual. 22
Yellow Blue/White Red Black
Battery Power Control Ignition (ACC) Earth (Ground) Connection
Battery wire (Yellow) 6A Ignition wire (Red) 7A See page 29 30
If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. 18a
Purple Purple/Black Gray Gray/Black White White/Black Green Green/Black
Rear Right (+) Rear Right () Front Right (+) Front Right () Front Left (+) Front Left () Rear Left (+) Rear Left ()
A7 Pin (Red) 8 A4 Pin (Yellow) 9
Power control/ Motor antenna control wire (Blue/White) 20

P.CONT ANT.CONT

Connect either to the power control terminal when using the optional power amplifier, or to the antenna control terminal in the vehicle. 23
Connector A Connector B 28

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Installation
Connecting the ISO Connector

Installation

Firewall or metal support Screw (M4X8) (commercially available)
The pin arrangement for the ISO connectors depends on the type of vehicle you drive. Make sure to make the proper connections to prevent damage to the unit. The default connection for the wiring harness is described in 1 below. If the ISO connector pins are set as described in 2 or 3, make the connection as illustrated.
Please be sure to reconnect the cable as shown 2 below to install this unit to the Volkswagen vehicles etc.
1 (Default setting) The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicle's ISO connector is linked with the ignition, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is connected to the constant power supply.
Unit Ignition cable (Red) Battery cable (Yellow) Vehicle A7 Pin (Red) A4 Pin (Yellow)
2 The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicle's ISO connector is connected to the constant power supply, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is linked to the ignition.
Self-tapping screw (commercially available)
Metal mounting strap (commercially available)
Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place.
Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (eg, the sound may skip).

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. Theres a source you cant switch.07 Theres no media inserted. Set the media you want to listen to. If theres no media in this unit, you can't switch to each source. The Disc changer isnt connected.08 Connect the Disc changer. If the Disc changer isnt connected to it's input terminal, You can't switch to an external disc source.
The sound quality is poor or distorted.25 One of the speaker wires is being pinched by a screw in the car. Check the speaker wiring. The speakers are not wired correctly.27 Reconnect the speaker wires so that each output terminal is connected to a different speaker.
The Touch Sensor Tone doesnt sound.34 The preout jack is being used. The Touch Sensor Tone cant be output from the preout jack. Even though Synchronize Clock is ON, the clock cant be adjusted.35 The received RDS station isnt sending time data. Receive another RDS station.
The memory is erased when the ignition is turned OFF.10 The ignition and battery wire are incorrectly connected.11 Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on <Connecting Wires to Terminals>. The TEL mute function does not work.15 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.16 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 isn't compensated for. 17 Tuner source is selected. High-pitched tone isn't compensated for when in Tuner source.

Tuner source

Radio reception is poor.39 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>.
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.

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Disc source MP3/WMA source
? "AUX EXT" 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).
Cannot play an MP3/WMA.67 The media is scratched or dirty.69 Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on <About CDs> (page 5). The sound skips when an MP3/WMA is being played.73-1 The media is scratched or dirty. Clean the media, referring to the section on <CD cleaning> (page 5). The recording condition is bad.73-2 Record the media again or use another media.

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.
A CD ejects as soon as it is loaded.62 The CD is quite dirty.63 Clean the CD, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on <About CDs> (page 5). Cant remove disc.64 The cause is that more than 10 minutes has elapsed since the vehicle ACC switch was turned OFF. 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 disc wont insert.65 Theres already another disc inserted. Press the [0] button and remove the disc. Direct Search cant be done.66-1 Another function is ON. Turn Random Play or other functions OFF. 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.
The MP3/WMA track time isnt displayed correctly.80 -- There are times when it isnt displayed correctly according to the MP3/WMA recording conditions.
If the following situations, consult your nearest service center:
Even though the disc changer is connected, the Disc Changer source is not ON, with "AUX EXT" showing in the display during the Changer Mode.

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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. Insert the CD. No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine.E02 Load a disc into the disc magazine. 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. Clean the CD and load it correctly. The CD is upside-down.E05 Load the CD correctly. 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 doesnt have data recorded that the unit can play. E15 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.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. 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 "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.E0d 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.E51 Radio text data is being received.E56 Discs are being exchanged in the Disc changer.E57-1 The unit is reading the data on the disc.E57-2 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. A MP3/WMA is played with a format that this unit can't support.E63 ---A copy-protected file is played.E64 ---This is the privileged Microsoft Windows Media Audio file.E64 ----
NO NAME: WAITING: LOAD: READING: IN (Blink):

NO DISC: E-04:

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

UNSUPPRT:

PROTECT:

NO PANEL:

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Specifications

Specifications subject to change without notice. FM tuner section
Frequency range (50 kHz space).87.5 MHz 108.0 MHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 26dB)..0.7 V/75 Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 46dB)..1.6 V/75 Frequency response (3 dB)..30 Hz 15 kHz Signal to Noise ratio (MONO)...65 dB Selectivity (DIN) (400 kHz)... 80 dB Stereo separation (1 kHz)..35 dB

Audio section

Maximum output power..50 W x 4 Output power (DIN 45324, +B=14.4V).30 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)..2000 mV/10 k Preout impedance (during disc play).. 600

MW tuner section

Frequency range (9 kHz space).531 kHz 1611 kHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB)..25 V

General

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 Weight...1.4 kg

LW tuner section

Frequency range..153 kHz 281 kHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB)..45 V

CD player section

Laser diode...GaAlAs Digital filter (D/A).8 Times Over Sampling D/A Converter...1 Bit Spindle speed..rpm (CLV 2times) 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..85 dB MP3 decode..Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 WMA decode.Compliant with Windows Media Audio

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M B64-2682-00/00 (E2W)

KDC-W4527_U.S_r1

03.11.28

2:45 PM

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Contents

English
Safety precautions..3 About CDs..5 Notes on playing MP3/WMA.6 General features..8
Power Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator Loudness System Q Audio Control Speaker Setting Switching Display Theft Deterrent Faceplate TEL Mute
CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features.17
Playing CD & MP3/WMA Playing External Disc Fast Forwarding and Reversing Track/File Search Disc/ Folder Search Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat Scan Play Random Play Magazine Random Play Folder Select Disc Naming (DNPS) Text/Title Scroll
Text Scroll Auxiliary Input Display Setting & Disc Naming Power OFF Timer CD Read Setting
Accessories.27 Installation Procedure.27 Connecting Wires to Terminals...28 Installation..29 Troubleshooting Guide.31 Specifications..34

Menu system..21

Menu System Touch Sensor Tone Manual Clock Adjustment Synchronize Clock DSI (Disabled System Indicator) Selectable Illumination News Bulletin with Timeout Setting Local Seek Tuning Mode Auto Memory Entry AF (Alternative Frequency) Restricting RDS Region (Region Restrict Function) Auto TP Seek Monaural Reception

Tuner features..12

Tuning Station Preset Memory Auto Memory Entry Preset Tuning

RDS features..14

Traffic Information Presetting Volume for Traffic Information Radio Text Scroll PTY (Program Type) Program Type preset Changing Language for PTY Function

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Safety precautions

2WARNING

To prevent injury and/or fire, take the following precautions:
Insert the unit all the way until it is fully locked in place. Otherwise it may fly out of place during collisions and other jolts. When extending the ignition, battery, or ground wires, make sure to use automotivegrade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm2 (AWG18) or more to prevent wire deterioration and damage to the wire coating. To prevent short circuits, never put or leave any metallic objects (e.g., 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. 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.

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 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 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. To prevent short circuits when replacing a fuse, first disconnect the wiring harness. Do not place any object between the faceplate and the unit. During installation, do not use any screws except for the ones provided. The use of improper screws might result in damage to the main unit.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 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.

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About CDs

Handling CDs

Dont touch the recording surface of the CD.

CD cleaning

Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
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. Dont stick tape etc. on the CD. Also, dont use a CD with tape stuck on it.

Removing CDs

When removing CDs from this unit pull them out horizontally.

CDs that cant be used

CDs that arent round cant 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 cant be used. This unit can only play the CDs with. It may not correctly play disks which do not have the mark. A CD-R or CD-RW that hasnt been finalized cant be played. (For the finalization process refer to your CD-R/CD-RW writing software, and your CD-R/CD-RW recorder instruction manual.)

Burrs Burrs

CD accessories
Dont use disc type accessories.

CD storage

Dont place them in direct sunlight (On the seat or dashboard etc.) and where the temperature is high. Store CDs in their cases. 5

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Notes on playing MP3/WMA
This unit can play MP3(MPEG1, 2 Audio Layer 3)/WMA. Note, however, that the MP3/WMA recording media and formats acceptable are limited. When writing MP3/WMA, pay attention to the following restrictions. MP3: 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz WMA: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz When you use your CD writer to record MP3/WMA up to the maximum disc capacity, disable additional writing. For recording on an empty disc up to the maximum capacity at once, check Disc at Once.
Play mode may not be possible when portions of the functions of Windows Media Player 9 or higher are used.

Acceptable media

The MP3/WMA recording media acceptable to this unit are CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. When using CD-RW, do full format not quick format to prevent malfunction.

Entering ID3 tag

The Displayable ID3 tag is ID3 version 1.x. For the character code, refer to the List of Codes.
Acceptable medium formats
The following formats are available for the media used in this unit. The maximum number of characters used for file name including the delimiter (".") and three-character extension are indicated in parentheses. ISO 9660 Level 1 (12 characters) ISO 9660 Level 2 (31 characters) Joliet (64 character; Up to 32 characters are displayed) Romeo (128 character; Up to 64 characters are displayed) Long file name (200 characters; Up to 64 characters are displayed) Maximum number of characters for folder name: 64 (Joliet; Up to 32 characters are displayed) For a list of available characters, see the instruction manual of the writing software and the section Entering file and folder names below. The media reproducible on this unit has the following limitations: Maximum number of directory levels: 8 Maximum number of files per folder: 255 Maximum number of folders: 50 Maximum number of files and folders: 512 MP3/WMA written in the formats other than the above may not be successfully played and their file names or folder names are not properly displayed.

Selecting the Source

Q/ SRC AUD DISP Press the [SRC] button. Source required Tuner CD External disc (Optional accessory) Auxiliary input (Optional accessory) Standby (Illumination only mode) Display "TUNER" "CD" "CD CH" "AUX EXT" "STANDBY"

ATT/ LOUD

LOUD indicator
This unit automatically turns full power OFF after 20 minutes lapses in Standby mode in order to save the vehicles battery. The time until full power OFF can be set in <Power OFF Timer> (page 25).

ATT indicator

Volume
Increasing Volume Press the [u] button. Decreasing Volume Press the [d] button.

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Attenuator
Turning the volume down quickly. Press the [ATT] button. Each time the button is pressed the Attenuator turns ON or OFF. When its ON, the "ATT" indicator blinks.

System Q

You can recall the best sound setting preset for different types of music.
1 Select the source to set

Press the [SRC] button.

2 Select the Sound type

Loudness

Compensating for low and high tones during low volume. Press the [LOUD] button for at least 1 second. Each time the button is pressed for at least 1 second the Loudness turns ON or OFF. When its ON, "LOUD" indicator is ON. Press the [Q] button. Each time the button is pressed the sound setting switches. Sound setting Display Flat "FLAT" Rock "ROCK" Top 40 "TOP40" Pops "POPS" Jazz "JAZZ" Easy "EASY"
Each setting value is changed with the <Speaker setting> (page 10). First, select the speaker type with the Speaker setting. When the System Q setting is changed, the Bass, Middle, and Treble set in audio control replace the System Q values.

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Audio Control
3 Select the Speaker type
Press the [4] or [] button. Each time the button is pressed the below. Speaker type OFF For the OEM speaker For 6 & 6x9 in. speaker For 5 & 4 in. speaker setting switches as shown Display "SP OFF" "SP OEM" "SP 6/6x9" "SP 5/4"

1 Select the source for adjustment
2 Enter Audio Control mode
Press the [AUD] button for at least 1 second.
3 Select the Audio item for adjustment
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Each time the button is pressed the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below.
4 Exit Speaker Setting mode

Press the [Q] button.

4 Adjust the Audio item
Press the [4] or [] button. Adjustment Item Display Bass level "BAS" Middle level "MID" Treble level "TRE" Balance "BAL" Fader "FAD" Range 8 +++8 Left 15 Right 15 Rear 15 Front 15

Switching Display

Switching the information displayed. Press the [DISP] button. Each time the button is pressed the display switches as shown below. In Tuner source Information Program Service name or Frequency Radio text, Program Service name or Frequency Clock Display "R-TEXT"
5 Exit Audio Control mode

Press the [AUD] button.

Speaker Setting
Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is optimal when setting the speaker type.

1 Enter Standby

Press the [SRC] button. Select the "STANDBY" display.
2 Enter Speaker Setting mode

Press the [Q] button. 10

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In CD & External disc source Information Disc title & Artist name Track title Play time & Track number Disc name (In External disc source) Clock In MP3/WMA source Information Song title & Artist name Album name & Artist name Folder name File name Play time & Track number Clock In Auxiliary input source Information Auxiliary input name Clock
Theft Deterrent Faceplate
Display "D-TITLE" "T-TITLE" "P-TIME" "DNPS" The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft. Removing the Faceplate Press the Release button. The faceplate is unlocked, allowing you to detach it.
The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts. For that reason, keep the faceplate in its special storage case while detached. Do not expose the faceplate 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.
Display "TITLE" "ALBUM" "FLDR-NAME" "FILE-NAME" "P-TIME"
Reattaching the Faceplate
1 Align the projections on the unit with the grooves on the

faceplate.

If the Disc title, Track title, Song title & Artist name, or Album name & Artist name is selected when the disc which does not have Disc title, Track title, Song title, Album name, or Artist name is played, track number and play time are displayed. The Album name cannot be displayed during WMA play.
2 Push the faceplate in until it clicks.
The faceplate is locked in place, allowing you to use the unit.

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TEL Mute
The audio system automatically mutes when a call comes in. 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.

Tuner features

AM FM

Band display

Frequency display

ST indicator

Preset station number

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Tuning

Selecting the station.

Auto Memory Entry
Putting a station with good reception in the memory automatically.

1 Select tuner source

Press the [SRC] button. Select the "TUNER" display.
1 Select the band for Auto Memory Entry
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

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.

2 Enter Menu mode

Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "MENU" is displayed.
3 Select the Auto Memory Entry mode
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "A-MEMORY" display.

3 Tune up or down band

Press the [4] or [] button.
During reception of stereo stations the "ST" indicator is ON.

4 Open Auto Memory Entry

Press the [4] or [] button for at least 2 seconds. When 6 stations that can be received are put in the memory Auto Memory Entry closes.

Station Preset Memory

Putting the station in the memory.

PTY (Program Type)

Selecting the Program Type and searching for a station.

1 Enter PTY mode

Press the [PTY] button for at least 1 second. During PTY mode the "PTY" indicator is ON.
This function can't be used during a traffic bulletin or AM reception.
2 Select the Program Type
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Each time the button is pressed the Program Type switches as shown below. No. Program Type Display 1. Speech "SPEECH" 2. News "NEWS" 3. Current Affairs "AFFAIRS" 4. Information "INFO" 5. Sport "SPORT" 6. Education "EDUCATE" 7. Drama "DRAMA" 8. Culture "CULTURE" 9. Science "SCIENCE" 10. Varied "VARIED" 11. Pop Music "POP M" 12. Rock Music "ROCK M" 13. Easy Listening Music "EASY M"
14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31.
Light Classical Serious Classical Other Music Weather Finance Children's programs Social Affairs Religion Phone In Travel Leisure Jazz Music Country Music National Music Oldies Music Folk Music Documentary Music
"LIGHT M" "CLASSICS" "OTHER M" "WEATHER" "FINANCE" "CHILDREN" "SOCIAL" "RELIGION" "PHONE IN" "TRAVEL" "LEISURE" "JAZZ" "COUNTRY" "NATION M" "OLDIES" "FOLK M" "DOCUMENT" "MUSIC"
Speech and Music include the Program type shown below. Music: No.12 17, Speech: No.3 11, 18 25, 31 The Program Type can be put in the [1] [6] button memory and called up quickly. Refer to the <Program Type preset> (page 16). The display language can be changed. Refer to <Changing Language for PTY Function> (page 16).
3 Search for the selected Program Type station
Press the [4] or [] button. When you want to search for other stations press the [4] or [] button again.
When the selected Program Type isn't found, "NO PTY" is displayed. Select another Program Type.

4 Exit PTY mode

Press the [PTY] button for at least 1 second. 15

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Program Type preset
Putting the Program Type in the Preset button memory and calling it up quickly. Presetting the Program Type
Changing Language for PTY Function

Selecting the Program Type display language.
Refer to <PTY (Program Type)> (page 15).
1 Select the Program Type to preset
2 Enter Changing Language mode

Press the [DISP] button.

2 Preset the Program Type
Press the desired [1] [6] button for at least 2 seconds. Calling up the preset Program Type

3 Select the language

Press the desired [1] [3] button. Button Language [1] English [2] French [3] German
2 Call up the Program Type
4 Exit Changing Language mode

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CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features

Playing CD & MP3/WMA

0 AM/ DISC-/ FM/ 4 SCRL DISC+ When a disc is inserted Press the [SRC] button. Select the "CD" display.
When a disc is inserted, the "IN" indicator is ON.
Eject the disc Press the [0] button.
3 in. (8cm) disc cannot be played. Using an adapter and inserting them into this unit can cause damage.
M.RDM SCAN REP RDM/ F.SEL MENU 3
The MP3/WMA media that this unit can play are CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. The medium formats must be ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2, Joliet, or Romeo. The methods and precautions to be followed for writing MP3/WMA data are covered in <Notes on playing MP3/WMA> (page 6). Check that section before creating your MP3/WMA media.

Disc number

Track number

IN indicator

Track time

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Playing External Disc
Playing discs set in the optional accessory disc player connected to this unit. Press the [SRC] button. Select the display for the disc player you want. Display examples: Display Disc player "CD-2" CD player "CD CH" CD changer "MD CH" MD changer
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. If the remote with number buttons is used as optional accessories, a song you'd like to listen to can directly be selected with the operation below. 1. Enter a track/file number. Press the number buttons on the remote. 2. Do the Track/File Search. Press the [4] or [] button.
Disc/ Folder Search Disc Search (Function of disc changer) Folder Search (Function of MP3/WMA)
Selecting the disc set in the Disc changer or the folder recorded on the MP3/WMA media. Press the [DISC] or [DISC+] button.
Fast Forwarding and Reversing
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.
Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat
Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer or MP3/WMA folder you're listening to. Press the [REP] button. Each time the button is pressed the Repeat Play switches as shown below. In CD & External disc source Repeat play Track Repeat Disc Repeat (In Disc Changer) OFF Display "REP ON"/ "TREP ON" "DREP ON" "REP OFF"

7 Repeat steps 5 through 6 and enter the name. 8 Exit Name Set mode

Press the [MENU] button.

When operation stops for 10 seconds the name at that time is registered, and Name Set mode closes. Media that you can attach a name to - External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the CD changer/ player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual. The name of a CD can be changed by the same operation you used to name it.

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Menu system

Text/Title Scroll

Scrolling the displayed CD text, MP3/WMA text, or MD title. Press the [SCRL] button for at least 1 second. 4 AM FM

Menu display

RDS indicator

AUTO indicator

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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. Display "BEEP ON" "BEEP OFF" Setting Beep is heard. Beep canceled.

Manual Clock Adjustment

This adjustment can be done when the <Synchronize Clock> (page 22) is set as OFF.

1 Enter Menu mode

2 Select the menu item
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Example: When you want to set the beep sound select the "BEEP" display.
1 Select Clock Adjustment mode
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "CLK ADJ" display.
2 Enter Clock Adjust mode
Press the [4] or [] button for at least 2 seconds. The clock display blinks.

3 Set the menu item

Press the [4] or [] button. 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.

3 Adjust the hours

Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Adjust the minutes Press the [4] or [] button.

4 Exit Menu mode

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.

1 Select Auxiliary input source
Press the [SRC] button. Select the "AUX EXT" display.
3 Select Auxiliary input display setting mode
Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "AUX NAME" display.
4 Enter Auxiliary input display setting mode
Press the [4] or [] button for at least 2 seconds. The presently selected Auxiliary input display is displayed.
5 Select the Auxiliary input display
Press the [4] or [] button. 25

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CD Read Setting <In Standby mode>
When there is a problem on playing a CD with special format, this setting play the CD by force. Display "CD READ1" "CD READ2" Setting Play CD and MP3/WMA. Play CD by force.
Setting "CD READ2" cannot play MP3/WMA. Some music CDs may not be played back even in the "CD READ2" mode.

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Accessories

External view 1

Number of items
The use of any accessories except for those provided might result in damage to the unit. Make sure only to use the accessories shipped with the unit, as shown above.

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.
If your car is not prepared for this special connection-system, consult your Kenwood dealer. Only use antenna conversion adapters (ISO-JASO) when the antenna cord has an ISO plug. Make sure that all wire connections are securely made by inserting jacks until they lock completely. If your vehicle's 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 unit's power with the ignition, connect the ignition wire to a power source that can be turned on and off with the ignition key. If the fuse blows, first make sure that the wires have not caused 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 short circuits, also 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 receive damage or fail to work if you share the - wires and/or ground them to any metal part in the car. After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps, indicators, wipers, etc. on the car are working properly. If the console has a lid, make sure to install the unit so that the faceplate does not hit the lid when closing and opening. Mount the unit so that the mounting angle is 30 or less.

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Connecting Wires to Terminals
KENWOOD disc changer input 14 To connect the Disc changer, consult your Disc changer manual. 15

REAR L

10 Rear left output (White) Rear right output (Red) 4 Antenna Conversion Adaptor (ISOJASO) (Accessory3) 2 Antenna Cord (ISO) 1
To Steering remote (Blue/Yellow) (Optional Accessory)

REMO.CONT

Fuse (10A) 13
FM/AM antenna input 3 Wiring harness (Accessory1) 16

Connector Function Guide

Pin Numbers for ISO Connectors

Cable Color

Functions

17 TEL mute wire (Brown)

TEL MUTE
External Power Connector A4 A5 A7 A8 Speaker Connector B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8
Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation. 21 To connect the KENWOOD navigation system, consult your navigation manual. 22
Yellow Blue/White Red Black
Battery Power Control Ignition (ACC) Earth (Ground) Connection
Battery wire (Yellow) 6A Ignition wire (Red) 7A See page 29 30
If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. 18a
Purple Purple/Black Gray Gray/Black White White/Black Green Green/Black
Rear Right (+) Rear Right () Front Right (+) Front Right () Front Left (+) Front Left () Rear Left (+) Rear Left ()
A7 Pin (Red) 8 A4 Pin (Yellow) 9
Power control/ Motor antenna control wire (Blue/White) 20

P.CONT ANT.CONT

Connect either to the power control terminal when using the optional power amplifier, or to the antenna control terminal in the vehicle. 23
Connector A Connector B 28

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Installation
Connecting the ISO Connector

Installation

Firewall or metal support Screw (M4X8) (commercially available)
The pin arrangement for the ISO connectors depends on the type of vehicle you drive. Make sure to make the proper connections to prevent damage to the unit. The default connection for the wiring harness is described in 1 below. If the ISO connector pins are set as described in 2 or 3, make the connection as illustrated.

Please be sure to reconnect the cable as shown 2 below to install this unit to the Volkswagen vehicles etc.
1 (Default setting) The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicle's ISO connector is linked with the ignition, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is connected to the constant power supply.
Unit Ignition cable (Red) Battery cable (Yellow) Vehicle A7 Pin (Red) A4 Pin (Yellow)
2 The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicle's ISO connector is connected to the constant power supply, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is linked to the ignition.
Self-tapping screw (commercially available)
Metal mounting strap (commercially available)
Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place.
Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (eg, the sound may skip).
3 The A-4 pin (yellow) of the vehicle's ISO connector is not connected to anything, while the A-7 pin (red) is connected to the constant power supply (or both the A-7 (red) and A-4 (yellow) pins are connected to the constant power supply).
When the connection is made as in 3 above, the unit's power will not be linked to the ignition key. For that reason, always make sure to turn off the unit's power when the ignition is turned off. To link the unit's power to the ignition, connect the ignition cable (ACC.red) to a power source that can be turned on and off with the ignition key. 29

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Removing the hard rubber frame Removing the Unit
1 Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the
two locks on the lower level. Lower the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure.
1 Refer to the section <Removing the hard rubber frame> and
then remove the hard rubber frame.
2 Remove the screw (M48) on the back panel. 3 Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots on each

side, as shown.

Catch Accessory2 Removal tool
Screw (M4X8) (commercially available) Accessory2 Removal tool
2 When the lower level is removed, remove the upper two

locations.

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

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Disc source MP3/WMA source
? "AUX EXT" 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).
Cannot play an MP3/WMA.67 The media is scratched or dirty.69 Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on <About CDs> (page 5). The sound skips when an MP3/WMA is being played.73-1 The media is scratched or dirty. Clean the media, referring to the section on <CD cleaning> (page 5). The recording condition is bad.73-2 Record the media again or use another media.
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.
A CD ejects as soon as it is loaded.62 The CD is quite dirty.63 Clean the CD, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on <About CDs> (page 5). Cant remove disc.64 The cause is that more than 10 minutes has elapsed since the vehicle ACC switch was turned OFF. 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 disc wont insert.65 Theres already another disc inserted. Press the [0] button and remove the disc. Direct Search cant be done.66-1 Another function is ON. Turn Random Play or other functions OFF. 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.
The MP3/WMA track time isnt displayed correctly.80 -- There are times when it isnt displayed correctly according to the MP3/WMA recording conditions.
If the following situations, consult your nearest service center: