Kenwood KDC-200U User Manual

KDC-200U

CD-RECEIVER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Take the time to read through this instruction manual.

Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best performance from your new CD-receiver.

For your records

Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.

Model KDC-200U Serial number

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CONTENTS

Safety

Preparation

How to attach/detach the faceplate How to reset your unit

How to prepare the remote controller (RC-405)

Basic operations

Getting started

Canceling the display demonstration Setting the demonstration mode Adjusting the clock

Initial settings before operations

3	Function settings	14
4	Troubleshooting	16
	Installation/connection	18

Basic procedure

Warning

Caution

5Wiring connection

7Installing the unit Removing the unit

Specifications

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Listening to the radio	9
Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings
Direct Access Tuning (using the remote
controller, RC-405)
Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod	10

Start playing a disc Connecting a USB device Connecting an iPod Selecting Repeat Play

Selecting Random Play

Selecting a folder/track/file

Direct Music Search (using the remote controller, RC-405)

Functions of this unit with iPod

Selecting a song by alphabet Selecting App & iPod Control Mode Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

Listening to Pandora® internet radio 13

Station Search mode

Using the remote controller (RC-405)

Listening to the other external
components	14

Muting upon the reception of a phone call

To use this feature, connect the MUTE lead to your telephone using a commercial telephone accessory. (page 19)

When a call comes in, “CALL” appears.

The audio system pauses.

To continue listen to the audio system during a call, press SRC. “CALL” disappear and the audio system resumes.

When a call ends, “CALL” disappear. The audio system resumes.

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Safety

WARNING

Stop the car before operating the unit.

Important to know...

To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit.

Caution: Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car. Driving with the volume too high may cause an accident.

Condensation: When the car is airconditioned, moisture may collect on the laser lens. This may cause disc read errors. In this case, remove the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.

This unit can only play the CDs with:

The illustrations in this manual are examples used to explain more clearly how the controls are used. Therefore, what appears on the illustrations may differ from what appears on the actual equipment.

A USB connection cable, CA-U1EX (max.: 500 mA) (optional accessory) is required for connecting a USB device.

The word “iPod” appearing in this manual indicates the iPod or iPhone connected to this unit with a connection cable, KCA-iP102 (optional accessory).

If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.

When you purchase external components, check with your Kenwood dealer to make sure that they work with your model and in your area.

Detailed information and notes about the playable audio files are stated in an online manual on the following site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/

Maintenance

Cleaning the unit: Wipe off the dirt on the panel with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the monitor or unit.

Cleaning the connector: The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and faceplate are dirty. Detach the faceplate and clean the connector with a cotton swab gently, being careful not to damage the connector.

Handling discs

Connector (on the reverse side of the faceplate)

Do not touch the recording surface of the disc.

Do not stick tape etc. on the disc, or use a disc with tape stuck on it.

Do not use any accessories for the disc.

Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.

Clean the disc with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Do not use any solvents.

When removing discs from this unit, pull them out horizontally.

Remove the rims from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc.

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Preparation

How to attach/detach the faceplate

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Do not expose the faceplate to direct sunlight, excessive heat, or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing.

Keep the faceplate in its casing while detached.

The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts.

To prevent deterioration, do not touch the terminals of the unit and faceplate with your fingers.

How to reset your unit

		If this unit fails to operate
	1	properly, press the reset
		button.
		The unit returns to
2		factory settings when
		the reset button is

3	pressed.
Reset button

How to prepare the remote controller (RC-405)

When you use the remote controller for the first time, pull out the insulation sheet.

Insulation sheet

If the effectiveness of the remote controller decreases, replace the battery.

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CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY

This perchlorate WARNING applies only to the product sold or distributed in

California USA “Perchlorate Material–special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

Caution:

Do not set the remote control in hot places such as on the dashboard.

Lithium battery.

Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

The battery pack or batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such sunshine, fire or the like.

Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use. Dispose of used batteries promptly. If swallowed contact physician immediately.

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Basic operations

Remote sensor
Do not expose to bright sunlight.	Display window

Loading slot

Ejects the disc

Volume knob

USB terminal

Detaches the faceplate

(Not used.)

Auxiliary input jack

The following indicator lights up when...

ST: A stereo broadcast is received (FM).

IN: A disc is in the unit.

When you press or hold the following button(s)...

	Main unit	Remote	General operation
		controller

—

Turns on.

Turns off if pressed and held.

Selects the available sources (TUNER, USB/ iPod, PANDORA, CD, AUX, STANDBY), if the power is turned on.

SRC • If the source is ready, playback also starts.

SRC

• “PANDORA” is selectable only when an iPhone or iPod touch (with the Pandora® internet radio application) is connected and [ON] is selected for [PANDORA SRC]. (page 8)

•“iPod” or “CD” is selectable only when an iPod is connected or a disc is loaded.

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Main unit					Remote						General operation
					controller
Volume knob					VOL					Adjusts the volume level.
(turn)					5 / ∞					Selects items.
Volume knob					ENT					Confirms selection.
(press)					—					Enters [FUNCTION] settings.
					5 / ∞					Enters Music Search mode or Station Search mode (for Pandora).
					*AM– /					Selects the FM bands (FM1/ FM2/ FM3) or AM when “TUNER” is
					#FM+					selected as the source.
1 ( –) / 2 (+ )					*AM– /					Selects the previous/next folder.
					#FM+
					—					Selects thumbs down/up (for Pandora).
6 (				)	ENT					Pauses/resumes playback of a disc/ USB device/ iPod/ Pandora.
					+						Searches for radio station.
											Selects track/file.
4 / ¢					4 / ¢
											Fast-forwards/reverses tracks if pressed and held.
¢					+					Skips a song (for Pandora).
					¢
											Changes the display information.
SCRL DISP					—						Scrolls the display information if pressed and held.
											Enters clock adjustment mode directly (page 7) if pressed and
											held while in clock display screen.
iPod											Selects “iPod” source.
					—						Enters the controlling mode (MODE ON/ MODE OFF) for iPod
											playback if pressed and held. (page 12)

—AUD Enters [AUDIO CTRL] settings directly.

	—	ATT	Attenuates the sound.
			• To return to the previous level, press the button again.
			Returns to the previous item.
		EXIT	Exit from setting mode. (Press and hold	on the main unit will
			also exit from the setting mode.)

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Getting started

Canceling the display demonstration

The display demonstration is always turned on unless you cancel it.

When you turn on the power (or after you reset the unit), the display shows:

[CANCEL DEMO] \ [PRESS] \ [VOLUME KNOB]

1Press the volume knob.

[YES] is selected as the initial setup.

2Press the volume knob again to confirm.

[DEMO OFF] appears.

If no operation is done for about 15 seconds or if you turn the volume knob to select [NO] in step 2, [DEMO MODE] appears and the display demonstration starts.

Setting the demonstration mode

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

2 Turn the volume knob to select [DEMO MODE], then press to enter.

3Turn the volume knob to select [ON] or [OFF].

If [ON] is selected, display demonstration starts if no operation is done for about 20 seconds.

4 Hold to finish the procedure.

Adjusting the clock

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.

2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press to enter. 3 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK], then press to enter.

4Press the volume knob to select [CLOCK ADJ].

Clock hour flashes on the display.

5Turn the volume knob to adjust the hour, then press to enter minute adjustment.

Clock minutes flashes on the display.

6Turn the volume knob to adjust the minute, then press to confirm.

Press 4 / ¢ to move between the hour and minute adjustment.

7 Hold to finish the procedure.

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Initial settings before operations

1 Press SRC to enter [STANDBY] mode.

2 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.

3 Turn the volume knob to select [INITIAL SET], then press to enter.

4Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to confirm.

See table below for selection.

5 Hold to finish the procedure.

Item	Selectable setting (Preset: *)
PRESET TYPE	NORM*: Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ AM). ;
	MIX: Memorizes one station for each preset button regardless of the selected band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ AM).
KEY BEEP	ON*/ OFF: Activates/deactivates the keypress tone.
PANDORA SRC	ON*: Allows you to select “PANDORA” source by connecting an iPhone or iPod touch (with the Pandora®
	internet radio application). ; OFF: Disables “PANDORA” in source selection.
BUILTIN AUX	ON*: Enables “AUX” in source selection. Sound of the connected external component is produce through the
	car speakers. ; OFF: Disables “AUX” in source selection.
CD READ	1*: Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD. ; 2: Forces to play as a music CD. No
	sound can be heard if an audio file disc is played.
SWITCH PRE	REAR*/ SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out terminals on
	the rear of the unit (through an external amplifier).
SP SELECT	OFF*/ 5/4/ 6 × 9/6/ OEM: Selects the speaker size for optimum performance.
F/W UP xx.xx	YES*: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; NO: Cancels (upgrading is not activated).
	For details on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/

About “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and “KENWOOD Music Control”

This unit supports the PC application “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and AndroidTM application “KENWOOD Music Control.”

When you use the audio file with database information added by the “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” or “KENWOOD Music Control,” you can search a file by title, album or artist name using Music Search.

“KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and “KENWOOD Music Control” are available from the following web site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/

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Listening to the radio

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					Hold for about 2 seconds to memorize the current station.
						Press briefly to recall memorized station.
1	Press		SRC to select “TUNER.”
2	Press repeatedly to select a band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ AM).
3	Press 4 / ¢ to search for a station.

Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

While listening to the radio...

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.

2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press to enter.

3Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to confirm.

See table below for selection.

4 Hold	to finish the procedure.
Item	Selectable setting (Preset: *)

SEEK MODE	Selects the tuning mode for 4 / ¢ buttons.
	AUTO1*: Automatically search for a station. ; AUTO2: Search in the order of the stations in the preset
	memory. ; MANUAL: Manually search for a station.
AUTO MEMORY	YES*: Automatically starts memorizing 6 stations with good reception. ; NO: Cancels (automatic
	memorizing is not activated). (Selectable only if [NORM] is selected for [PRESET TYPE].) (page 8)
MONO SET	ON: Improve the FM reception (but the stereo effect may be lost). ; OFF*: Cancels (stereo effect resumes).

Direct Access Tuning (using the remote controller, RC-405)

1 Press FM+ / AM– to select a band.

2Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning mode.

“– – – –” appears on the display.

3 Press the number buttons to enter the frequency. 4 Press 4 / ¢ (+) to search for the frequency.

To cancel Direct Access Tuning mode, press or EXIT.

If no operations is done for 10 seconds after step 3, Direct Access Tuning is automatically canceled.

Basic operations:

FM+ / AM– : Selects band.

4 / ¢ (+) :		Searches for radio station.
1 – 6	:	Selects preset station.

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Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod

Loading slot		Ejects the disc. (“NO DISC” appears and “IN” indicator goes off.)

Press to select track/file.

Hold to fast-forwards/reverses.

Press to select previous/next folder.

•Not available if “ALL RANDOM” is selected.

Start playing a disc

1 Press SRC to turn on the power.

2Insert a disc into the loading slot.

Playback starts automatically.

3Press number button 6 ( ) to resume/pause playback (if necessary).

Discs that cannot be used

Discs that are not round.

Discs with coloring on the recording surface or discs that are dirty.

You cannot play a Recordable/ReWritable disc that has not been finalized. (For the finalization process refer to your disc writing software, and your disc recorder instruction manual.)

3-inch CD cannot be used. Attempt to insert using an adapter can cause malfunction.

USB terminal

Slide open the cover, then make the following connection.

The source automatically switches, and playback starts.

Connecting a USB device

CA-U1EX (Max.: 500 mA) (optional accessory)

USB device (commercially available)

Connecting an iPod

Apple iPod (commercially available)

KCA-iP102 (optional accessory)

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Selecting Repeat Play

Press number button 4 (REP) repeatedly to make a selection.

Audio CD : TRAC (track) REPEAT, REPEAT OFF

MP3/WMA :

FILE REPEAT, FOLD (folder) REPEAT,

REPEAT OFF

iPod : FILE REPEAT, REPEAT OFF

Selecting Random Play

Press number button 3 (ALL RDM) repeatedly to make a selection.

Audio CD : DISC RANDOM, RANDOM OFF

MP3/WMA/iPod :

FOLD (folder) RANDOM, RANDOM OFF

For MP3/WMA/iPod : Press and hold number button 3 (ALL RDM) to select “ALL RANDOM.”

–Applicable only if “RANDOM OFF” is selected initially.

–Changes the iPod browsing item to “songs.”

Selecting a folder/track/file

1 Press to enter Music Search mode.

“SEARCH” appears, then the current file name appears on the display.

2Turn the volume knob to select a folder/ track/file, then press to confirm.

To return to the root folder (or first track for audio CD), press number button 5.

To return to the previous folder, press .

To cancel the Music Search mode, press and hold .

< or > on the display indicates that preceded/next item is available.

For USB device* and iPod: To skip search, press 4 / ¢.

*This operation is effective only for the files registered in the database created with Kenwood Music Editor Light or Kenwood Music Control. (page 8)

Direct Music Search (using the remote controller, RC-405)

•Not available if Random Play is selected.

•Not applicable for iPod, Kenwood Music Editor Light, and Kenwood Music Control.

1Press DIRECT to enter Direct Music Search Mode.

“– – –” appears.

2Press the number buttons to enter the track number.

3 Press 4 / ¢ to search for the music.

To cancel the Direct Music Search Mode, press or EXIT.

Basic operations:

In playback mode:

FM+ / AM–					: Selects folder.
4 / ¢ (+) : Selects track/file.
ENT					: Pauses/resumes playback.
In Music Search Mode:
ENT					: Confirms selection.
5 / ∞					: Selects folder/track/file.
					: Returns to the previous folder.

About USB device

This unit can play MP3/WMA files stored on a USB mass storage class device.

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.

Make sure all important data has been backed up to avoid losing the data.

Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5 m can result in abnormal playback.

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Functions of this unit with iPod

Selecting a song by alphabet

1Press to enter Music Search mode.

“SEARCH” appears.

2Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press to confirm.

3Press again to enter alphabet search mode.

“SRCH <– – –>” appears.

4Turn the volume knob to select the character to be searched for.

5Press 4 / ¢ to move to the entry position.

You can enter up to three characters.

6 Press the volume knob to start searching.

7Turn the volume knob to select a folder/ track/file, then press to confirm.

To return to the previous folder, press .

To return to the top menu, press number button 5.

To cancel the Alphabet Search mode, press and hold .

A longer searching time is required if there are many songs or playlists in the iPod.

To search for a character other than A to Z and 0 to 9, enter only “*”.

The article (a, an, the) of songs name will be skipped during search.

Selecting App & iPod Control Mode

Press and hold iPod to make a selection.

MODE ON: Control iPod from the iPod*. “APP&iPod” appears on the display.

MODE OFF: Control iPod from the unit.

*You can still control play/pause, select files, fast-forward/reverse files from the unit.

Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

While listening to an iPod...

1Press the volume knob to enter

[FUNCTION] mode.

2Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press to enter.

3Turn the volume knob to select [SKIP SEARCH], then press to enter.

4Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to confirm.

0.5% (initial)/ 1%/ 5%/ 10% : Sets the ratio of skip when searching for a song in Music Search mode.

(Holding 4 / ¢ skips songs at 10% regardless of the setting made.)

5 Hold to finish the procedure.

About compatible iPod/iPhone
Made for		For the latest compatible list and software version of
– iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)		iPod/iPhone, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ipod
– iPod classic		If you start playback after connecting the iPod, the music
– iPod with video		that has been played by the iPod is played first.
– iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)		In this case, “RESUMING” is displayed without displaying
– iPhone 4S		a folder name, etc. Changing the browse item will
– iPhone 4		display a correct title, etc.
– iPhone 3GS		You cannot operate iPod if “KENWOOD” or “ ”
– iPhone 3G		displayed on iPod.
– iPhone

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Listening to Pandora® internet radio

Preparation : Make sure [ON] is selected for [PANDORA SRC]. (page 8)

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1Open the Pandora® application on your device.

2Connect the device to the USB terminal.

The source switches, and broadcasting starts automatically from your current station.

If no station has been selected, broadcasting does not start.

To select thumbs down/up, press number button 1 ( – )/ 2 ( + ).

To skip a song, press ¢.

To pause or resume playback, press number button 6 ( ).

Station Search mode

While listening to “PANDORA” source...

1 Press to enter Station Search mode.

2Turn the volume knob to select [A–Z] (stations are displayed in alphabetical order) or [BY DATE] (stations are displayed in date order), then press to enter.

3Turn the volume knob to select a desired station, then press to confirm.

USB terminal

Apple iPhone/ iPod touch (commercially available)

KCA-iP102 (optional accessory)

Using the remote controller (RC-405)

In playback mode:

¢ (+) : Skips a song.

ENT : Pauses/resumes playback.

In Station Search Mode:

5 / ∞				: •	Selects [A–Z] or [BY DATE].
				•	Selects item.
ENT				: Confirms selection.
EXIT				: Cancels Station Search mode.

	About Pandora® internet radio
	The requirements for listening to Pandora® are as follows:			Internet connection by 3G, EDGE, or WiFi.
		Use an Apple iPhone or iPod touch running under iOS3		iPhone connected to this unit with a KCA-iP102.
		or later.		Pandora® is available only in the U.S.
		Search for “Pandora” in the Apple iTunes App Store		Because Pandora® is a third-party service, the specifications
		to find and install the most current version of the		are subject to change without prior notice. Accordingly,
		Pandora® application on your device.		compatibility may be impaired or some or all of the services
		In the application on your device, log in and create an		may become unavailable.
		account with Pandora®.		Some functions of Pandora® cannot be operated from this unit.
		(If you are not already a registered user, an account can		For issues using the application, please contact Pandora® at
		also be created at www.pandora.com.)		[e-mail]

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