Kenwood KDC-3025 User Manual

KDC-3025 KDC-325

CD-RECEIVER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD

MODE D’EMPLOI

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-3025/KDC-325 Serial number

2Warning 3

Safety precautions 4

Notes 6

About CDs 7

General features 8

Power Selecting the Source Volume System Q Audio Control Speaker Setting Switching Display Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS) Auxiliary Input Display Setting Theft Deterrent Faceplate

Tun er features 12

Tuning Mode Tuning Direct Access Tuning Station Preset Memory Auto Memory Entry Preset Tuning

CD/External disc control features 14

Playing CD Playing External Disc Fast Forwarding and Reversing Track Search Disc Search Direct Track Search Direct Disc Search Track/Disc Repeat Scan Play Random Play Magazine Random Play Tex t/Title Scroll DNPP (Disc Name Preset Play)

Menu system 17

Menu System Security Code Touch Sensor Tone Manual Clock Adjustment DSI (Disabled System Indicator) Switching Display Type Contrast Adjustment CRSC (Clean Reception System Circuit) Tex t Scroll

Basic Operations of remote 20

Loading and Replacing the battery Basic operations In Tuner source In Disc source

Accessories/ Installation Procedure

Connecting Wires to Terminals 23

Installation 24

Removing the Unit 26

Troubleshooting Guide 27

Specifications 29

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2Warning

2CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety.

KENWOOD CORPORATION 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN

KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS N0.21 CFR

1040. 10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.

Location : Bottom Panel

FCC WARNING

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications, if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Safety precautions

2WARNING

To prevent injury or fire, take the following precautions:

• Insert the unit all the way in until it is fully locked in place. Otherwise it may fall out of place when jolted.

• When extending the ignition, battery, or ground wires, make sure to use automotive-grade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm² (AWG18) or more to prevent wire deterioration and damage to the wire coating.

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

• If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange smells, turn off the power immediately and consult your Kenwood dealer.

• Make sure not to get your fingers caught between the faceplate and the unit.

• Be careful not to drop the unit or subject it to strong shock. The unit may break or crack because it contains glass parts.

• 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 a short circuit when replacing a fuse, first disconnect the wiring harness.

• Do not place any object between the faceplate and the unit.

• Do not apply excessive force to the open faceplate or place objects on it. Doing so will cause damage or breakdown.

• Do not use your own screws. Use only the screws provided. If you use the wrong screws, you could damage the unit.

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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.

NOTE

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

• If the unit fails to operate properly, press the Reset button. The unit returns to factory settings when the Reset button is pressed. If the unit still fails to operate properly after the Reset button has been pressed, contact your local KENWOOD dealer for assistance.

• Press the reset button if the disc auto changer fails to operate correctly. Normal operation should be restored.

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• You can damage both your unit and the CD changer if you connect them incorrectly.

Do Not Load 3-in. CDs in the CD slot

If you try to load a 3 in. CD with its adapter into the unit, the adapter might separate from the CD and damage the unit.

Reset button

• Characters in the LCD may become difficult to read in temperatures below 41 ˚F (5 ˚C).

• The illustrations of the display and the panel appearing in this manual are examples used to explain more clearly how the controls are used. Therefore, what appears on the display in the illustrations may differ from what appears on the display on the actual equipment, and some of the illustrations on the display may represent something impossible in actual operation.

Lens Fogging

Right after you turn on the car heater in cold weather, dew or condensation may form on the lens in the CD player of the unit. Called lens fogging, CDs may be impossible to play. In such a situation, remove the disc and wait for the condensation to evaporate. If the unit still does not operate normally after a while, consult your Kenwood dealer.

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Notes

Cleaning the Unit

If the faceplate of this unit is stained, wipe it with a dry soft cloth such as a silicon cloth. If the faceplate is stained badly, wipe the stain off with a cloth moistened with neutral cleaner, then wipe neutral detergent off.

• Applying spray cleaner directly to the unit may affect its mechanical parts. Wiping the faceplate with a hard cloth or using a volatile liquid such as thinner or alcohol may scratch the surface or erases characters.

Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals

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

Cleaning the CD Slot

As dust tends to accumulate in the CD slot, clean it every once in a while. Your CDs can get scratched if you put them in a dusty CD slot.

About SIRIUS Satellite radio tuner

Refer to the instruction manual of SIRIUS Satellite radio tuner KTC-SR901/SR902 (optional accessory), when connected, for the operation method.

• KDC-3025/325 Refer to the sections of A models for operations.

SRC

FM AM

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AUTO

NOTE

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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About CDs

Handling CDs

• Don’t touch the recording surface of the CD.

• CD-R and CD-RW are easier to damage than a normal music CD. Use a CD-R or a CD-RW after reading the caution items on the package etc.

• Don’t stick tape etc. on the CD. Also, don’t use a CD with tape stuck on it.

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.

Burrs

Removing CDs

When removing CDs from this unit pull them out horizontally.

CDs that can’t be used

• CDs that aren’t round can’t be used.

• CDs with coloring on the recording surface or that are dirty can’t be used.

• This unit can only play the CDs with

It may not correctly play discs which do not have

the mark.

• A CD-R or CD-RW that hasn’t been finalized can’t be played. (For the finalization process refer to your CD-R/CD-RW writing software, and your CDR/CD-RW recorder instruction manual.)

CD storage

• Don’t place them in direct sunlight (On the seat or dashboard etc.) and where the temperature is high.

• Store CDs in their cases.

CD accessories

Don’t use disc type accessories.

CD cleaning

Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.

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General features

Release button

SRC

Q/AUD

FM AM DISP/NAME.S

VOL

Power

Turning ON the Power

Press the [SRC] button.

Turning OFF the Power

Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second.

Selecting the Source

Press the [SRC] button.

Source required Display

SIRIUS tuner (Optional accessory) "SIRIUS" Tuner "TUNER" CD "CD" External disc (Optional accessory) "DISC CH"/ "CD2" Auxiliary input (Optional accessory) "AUX1" Standby (Illumination only mode) "ALL OFF"

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Volume

Increasing Volume

Turn the [VOL] knob clockwise.

Decreasing Volume

Turn the [VOL] knob counterclockwise.

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

Press the [Q] button.

Each time the button is pressed the sound setting switches.

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Sound setting Display

Flat "FLAT" User memory "USER" Rock "ROCK" Pops "POPS" Easy "EASY" Top 40 "TOP 40" Jazz "JAZZ"

• User memory: The values set on the 'Audio Control' (page 9).

• Each setting value is changed with the 'Speaker Setting' (page 9). First, select the speaker type with the Speaker setting.

Audio Control

1 Select the source for adjustment

Press the [SRC] button.

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 Adjust the Audio item

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

Adjustment Item Display Range

Bass level "BAS" –8 — +8 Middle level "MID" –8 — +8 Treble level "TRE" –8 — +8 Balance "BAL" Left 15 — Right 15 Fader "FAD" Rear 15 — Front 15 Volume offset "V-OFF" –8 — ±0 Loudness "LOUD" ON/OFF

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 "ALL OFF" display.

2 Enter Speaker Setting mode

Press the [Q] button.

3 Select the Speaker type

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

Each time the button is pressed the setting switches as shown below.

Speaker type Display

OFF "SP OFF" For 5 & 4 in. speaker "SP 5/4" For 6 & 6x9 in. speaker "SP 6*9/6" For the OEM speaker "SP OEM"

4 Exit Speaker Setting mode

Press the [Q] button.

• Volume offset: Each source's volume can be set as a

difference from the basic volume.

• Loudness: Compensating for low and high tones

during low volume.

5 Exit Audio Control mode

Press the [AUD] button.

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General features

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 Display

Station name "SNPS" Frequency "BAND+F" Clock

In CD & External disc source

Information Display

Disc title (In External disc source) "D-TITLE" Track title (In External disc source) "T-TITLE" Track number & Play time "P-TIME" Disc name "DNPS" Clock

In Auxiliary input source

Information

Auxiliary input name Clock

• If the Disc title or Track title is selected when the disc which does not have Disc title or Track title is played, track number and play time are displayed.

position

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

4 Select the characters

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

• Characters can be entered by using a remote with a number buttons. Example: If "DANCE" is entered.

Character Button Times pressed

"D" [3] 1 "A" [2] 1 "N" [6] 2 "C" [2] 3 "E" [3] 2

5 Repeat steps 3 through 4 and enter the name. 6 Exit name set mode

Press the [NAME.S] button.

• When operation stops for 10 seconds the name at that time is registered, and Name Set mode closes.

• Memory numbers

- FM: 28 stations

- AM: 10 stations

- Internal CD player: 10 discs

- External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the

CD changer/ player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual.

• The title of station/CD can be changed by the same operation used to name it.

Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS)

Attaching a title to a Station or CD.

1 Receive/play the station/disc you want to

attach a title to

• A title can't be attached to an MD.

• Refer to the 'Switching Display' (page 10) and select either "DNPS" or "SNPS".

2 Enter name set mode

Press the [NAME.S] button for at least 2 seconds.

"NAME SET" is displayed.

3 Move the cursor to the enter character

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Auxiliary Input Display Setting

Selecting the display when this device is switched to Auxiliary input source.

1 Select Auxiliary input source

Press the [SRC] button.

Select the "AUX1" display.

2 Enter Auxiliary input display setting mode

Press the [DISP] button for at least 2 seconds.

The presently selected AUX Name is blinks.

3 Select the Auxiliary input display

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

Each time the button is pressed it switches through the below displays.

• "AUX1"

• "TV"

• "VIDEO"

• "GAME"

• "PORTABLE"

• "DVD"

4 Exit Auxiliary input display setting mode

Press the [DISP] button.

• When operation stops for 10 seconds, the name at that time is selected, and Auxiliary input display setting mode closes.

Theft Deterrent Faceplate

The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft.

Removing the Faceplate

1 Press the Release button.

Drop open the faceplate.

2 Drawing the faceplate to left side pull it to

the front and remove 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.

Reattaching the Faceplate

1 Align the shaft on the unit with the

depression on the faceplate.

2 Push the faceplate in until it clicks.

The faceplate is locked in place, allowing you to use the unit.

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Tuner features

SRC

FM AM

ST indicator

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Band display

Tuning Mode

Choose the tuning mode.

Press the [AUTO] button.

Each time the button is pressed the Tuning mode switches as shown below.

Tuning mode Display Operation

Auto seek "AUTO 1" Automatic search for a station. Preset station seek "AUTO 2" Search in order of the stations

Manual "MANUAL" Normal manual tuning control.

in the Preset memory.

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Frequency display

AUTO/AME

Preset station number

3 Tune up or down band

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

• During reception of stereo stations the "ST" indicator is ON.

Function of remote

Direct Access Tuning

Entering the frequency and tuning.

Tun ing

Selecting the station.

1 Select tuner source

Press the [SRC] button.

Select the "TUNER" display.

2 Select the band

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.

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1 Select the band

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

2 Enter Direct Access Tuning mode

Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote.

"– – – –" is displayed.

3 Enter the frequency

Press the number buttons on the remote.

Example:

Desired frequency Press button

92.1 MHz (FM) [0], [9], [2], [1] 810 kHz (AM) [0], [8], [1], [0]

Canceling Direct Access Tuning

Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote.

Station Preset Memory

Putting the station in the memory.

1 Select the band

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

2 Select the frequency to put in the memory

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

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.

Auto Memory Entry

Putting stations with good reception in the memory automatically.

1 Select the band for Auto Memory Entry

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

2 Open Auto Memory Entry

Press the [AME] button for at least 2 seconds.

When 6 stations that can be received are put in the memory Auto Memory Entry closes.

Preset Tuning

Calling up the stations in the memory.

1 Select the band

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

2 Call up the station

Press the desired [1] — [6] button.

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CD/External disc control features

Release button

IN indicator

SRC

DISC–DISC+

Playing CD

When there is no disc inserted

1 Drop open the faceplate

Press the Release button.

2 Insert a disc. 3 Press the faceplate on the left side, and

return it to its former position.

• When the faceplate has been dropped open, it might interfere with the shift lever or something else. If this happens, pay attention to safety and move the shift lever or take an appropriate action, then operate the unit.

• Do not use the unit with the faceplate in the open condition. If it's used in the open position dust can enter the inside part and cause damage.

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Pause and play

Press the [38] button.

Each time the button is pressed it pauses and plays.

Eject the disc

1 Drop open the faceplate

Press the Release button.

2 Eject the disc

Press the [0] button.

DISP

Disc number

• When a disc is inserted, the "IN" indicator is ON.

When a disc is inserted

Press the [SRC] button.

Select the "CD" display.

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3 Press the faceplate on the left side, and

return it to its former position.

• 3 in. (8cm) disc can't be played. Using an adapter and inserting them into this unit can cause damage.

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

"CD2" CD player "DISC CH" CD changer/ MD changer

Pause and play

Press the [38] button.

Each time the button is pressed it pauses and plays.

• Disc 10 is displayed as "0".

• The functions that can be used and the information that can be displayed will differ depending on the external disc players being connected.

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 Search

Selecting the song you want to hear.

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

Function of disc changer

Disc Search

Selecting the disc you want to hear.

Press the [DISC–] or [DISC+] button.

Function of remote

Direct Track Search

Doing Track Search by entering the track number.

1 Enter the track number

Press the number buttons on the remote.

2 Do Track Search

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

Canceling Direct Track Search

Press the [38] button.

Function of disc changers with remote

Direct Disc Search

Doing Disc Search by entering the disc number.

1 Enter the disc number

Press the number buttons on the remote.

2 Do Disc Search

Press the [DISC+] or [DISC–] button.

Canceling Direct Disc Search

Press the [38] button.

• Input "0" to select disc 10.

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CD/External disc control features

Track/Disc Repeat

Replaying the track/disc you're listening to.

Press the [REP] button.

Each time the button is pressed the Repeat Play switches as shown below.

Repeat play Display

Track Repeat "(T-)REP ON" Disc Repeat (Function of disc changer) "D-REP ON" OFF "REP OFF"

Function of CD/MD

Scan Play

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

1 Start Scan Play

Press the [SCAN] button.

"SCAN ON" is displayed.

2 Release it when the song you want to listen

to is played

Press the [SCAN] button.

Random Play

Playing all the songs on the disc 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.

• When the [¢] button is pressed, the next song select starts.

Function of disc changer

Magazine Random Play

Play the songs on all the discs in the disc changer in random order.

Press the [M.RDM] button.

Each time the button is pressed the Magazine Random Play turns ON or OFF. When it's ON, "MRDM ON" is displayed.

• When the [¢] button is pressed, the next song select starts.

Te xt/Title Scroll

Scrolling the displayed CD text or MD title.

Press the [DISP] button for at least 1 second.

Function of disc changers with remote

DNPP (Disc Name Preset Play)

Selecting the CD displayed in the DNPS of the CDs set in the Disc changer.

1 Enter DNPP mode

Press the [DNPP] button on the remote.

When "DNPP" is displayed the DNPS display in order.

Forward / Reverse display

Press the [DISC–] or [DISC+] button.

2 When the disc you want is displayed

Press the [OK] button on the remote.

The disc being displayed is played.

Canceling the DNPP mode

Press the [DNPP] button on the remote.

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Menu system

SRC

FM AM

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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.

1 Enter Menu mode

Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.

"MENU" is displayed.

2 Select the menu item

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

Example: When you want to set the beep sound

select the "BEEP" display.

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.

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Menu display

4 Exit Menu mode

Press the [MENU] button.

• When other items that are applicable to the basic operation method above are displayed afterwards their setting content chart is entered. (Normally the uppermost setting in the chart is the original setting.) Also, the explanation for items that aren't applicable ('Manual Clock Adjustment' etc.) are entered step by step.

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Menu system

In Standby mode

Security Code

Because authorization by the Security Code is required when it's removed from the vehicle, personalizing this unit is by using the Security Code is a help in preventing theft.

• When the Security Code function is activated, the code can't be changed and the function can't be released. Note, the Security Code can be set as the 4 digit number of your choice.

1 Enter Standby

Press the [SRC] button.

Select the "ALL OFF" display.

2 Enter Menu mode

Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.

When "MENU" is displayed, "SECURITY" is displayed.

3 Enter Security Code mode

Press the [4] or [¢] button for at least 1 second.

When "ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.

4 Select the digits to enter

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

5 Select the Security Code numbers

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5, and complete the

Security Code.

7 Confirm the Security Code

Press the [¢] button for at least 3 seconds.

When "RE-ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.

8 Do the step 4 through 7 operation, and

reenter the Security Code.

"APPROVED" is displayed. The Security Code function activates.

• When the wrong Code is entered in steps 4 through 6, repeat from step 4.

Press the Reset button and when it's removed from the battery power source

1 Turn the power ON. 2 Do the step 4 through 7 operation, and enter

the Security Code.

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"APPROVED" is displayed. The unit can be used.

Touch Sensor Tone

Setting the operation check sound (beep sound) ON/OFF.

Display Setting

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

Manual Clock Adjustment

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 1 second.

The clock display blinks.

3 Adjust the hours

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

Adjust the minutes

Press the [4] or [¢] button.

4 Exit Clock adjustment mode

Press the [MENU] button.

DSI (Disabled System Indicator)

A red indicator will blink on the unit after the faceplate is removed, warning potential thieves.

Display Setting

"DSI ON" LED flashes. "DSI OFF" LED OFF.

Switching Display Type

Setting the Display type.

Te xt Scroll

Setting the displayed text scroll.

Display Setting

"DISP C" Demonstration. "DISP A" Normal display type. "DISP B" Silent display type.

Contrast Adjustment

Adjusting the display contrast.

Display and Setting

"CONT 0"

…

"CONT 7" (Original setting)

In FM reception

CRSC (Clean Reception System Circuit)

Temporarily have reception switched from stereo to mono to reduce multi-path noise when listening to the FM station.

Display Setting

"CRSC ON" The CRSC is ON. "CRSC OFF" The CRSC is OFF.

Display Setting

"SCL AUTO" Repeats scroll. "SCL MANU" Scrolls when the display changes.

• The text scrolled is shown below.

- CD text

- MD title

- Text for the SIRIUS tuner source, including Channel name, etc.

• Strong electrical fields (such as from power lines) may cause unstable sound quality when CRSC is turned ON. In such a situation, turn it OFF.

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Basic Operations of remote

VOL.

FM/AM/DISC+/DISC–

DNPP

Not Used

[0] — [9]

PRS WXY

Loading and Replacing the battery

Use two "AA"-size batteries.

Slide the cover while pressing downwards to remove it as illustrated.

Insert the batteries with the + and – poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case.

SRC

ATT

VOL.

DISC AM–

SRC

ATT

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4/¢

DIRECT

DNPP

/OK

/SBF

ABC DEF

JKLGHI MNO

TUV

DIRECT/OK

Basic operations

[VOL.] buttons

Adjusting the volume.

[SRC] button

Each time the button is pressed the source switches. For the source switching order refer to 'Selecting the Source' (page 8).

[ATT] button

Turning the volume down quickly. When it is pressed again it returns to the previous level.

2WARNING

• Store unused batteries out of the reach of children. Contact a doctor immediately if the battery is accidentally swallowed.

• Do not set the remote on hot places such as above the dashboard.

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In Tuner source

[FM]/ [AM] buttons

Select the band. Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.

[4]/ [¢] buttons

Tune up or down band.

[0] — [9] buttons

Press buttons [1] — [6] to recall preset stations.

[DIRECT]/ [OK] button

Enters and cancels the 'Direct Access Tuning' (page 12) mode.

In Disc source

[4]/ [¢] buttons

Doing track forward and backward.

[DISC+]/ [DISC–] buttons

Doing disc forward and backward.

[38] button

Each time the button is pressed the song pauses and plays.

[DNPP] button

Enters and cancels the 'DNPP (Disc Name Preset Play)' (page 16) mode.

[0] — [9] buttons

When in 'Direct Track Search' (page 15) and 'Direct Disc Search' (page 15), enter the track/disc number.

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Accessories/ Installation Procedure

Accessories

➀

➁

➂

➃

➄

➅

➆

..........1

..........2

..........4

..........1

..........2

Installation Procedure

1. To prevent a short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - battery.

2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit.

3. Connect the speaker wires of the wiring harness.

4. Connect the wiring harness wires in the following order: ground, battery, ignition.

5. Connect the wiring harness connector to the unit.

6. Install the unit in your car.

7. Reconnect the - battery.

8. Press the reset button.

2WARNING

If you connect the ignition wire (red) and the battery wire (yellow) to the car chassis (ground), you may cause a short circuit, that in turn may start a fire. Always connect those wires to the power source running through the fuse box.

• If your car’s ignition does not have an ACC position,

connect the ignition wires to a power source that can be turned on and off with the ignition key. If you connect the ignition wire to a power source with a constant voltage supply, as with battery wires, the battery may die.

• If the console has a lid, make sure to install the unit so

that the faceplate will not hit the lid when closing and opening.

• If the fuse blows, first make sure the wires aren’t touching

to cause a short circuit, then replace the old fuse with one with the same rating.

• Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape or other

similar material. To prevent a short circuit, do not remove the caps on the ends of the unconnected wires or the terminals.

• Connect the speaker wires correctly to the terminals to

which they correspond. The unit may be damaged or fail to work if you share the - wires or ground them to any metal part in the car.

• When only two speakers are being connected to the

system, connect the connectors either to both the front output terminals or to both the rear output terminals (do not mix front and rear). For example, if you connect the + connector of the left speaker to a front output terminal, do not connect the - connector to a rear output terminal

• 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.

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Connecting Wires to Terminals

Front right output (Red)

(KDC-3025 only)

Front left output (White)

(KDC-3025 only)

KENWOOD disc changer input

To connect the Disc changer, consult your Disc changer manual.

FRONT

Rear left output (White)

Rear right output (Red)

Fuse (10A)

If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab.

When using the optional power amplifier, connect to its power control terminal.

Depending on what antenna you are using, connect either to the control terminal of the motor antenna, or to the power terminal for the booster amplifier of the film-type antenna.

Not Used

P.CONT

ANT. CONT

TEL MUTE

White/Black

To front left speaker

White

Gray/Black

To front right speaker

Gray

Green/Black

To rear left speaker

Green

Purple/Black

To rear right speaker

Purple

Ignition key switch

FM/AM antenna input

Power control wire (Blue/White)

Motor antenna control wire (Blue)

(Brown)

Wiring harness (Accessory1)

FRONT • L

FRONT • R

REAR • L

REAR • R

Car fuse box

(Main fuse)

Battery

Car fuse box

ACC

Ignition wire (Red)

Battery wire (Yellow)

Ground wire (Black) - (To car chassis)

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Installation

non-Japanese cars Japanese cars

Metal mounting strap (commercially available)

Firewall or metal support

Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber

frame' (page 26) and then remove the hard rubber frame.

2 Align the holes in the unit (two locations on each

side) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with the accessory screws.

Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place.

Self-tapping screw (commercially available)

Screw (M4X8) (commercially available)

• Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip).

MAX.

ø5mm

T/N

T: Toy ota cars N: Nissan cars

8mm

MAX.

8mm

ø5mm

Accessory3...for Nissan car Accessory4 ...for Toyota car

• During installation, do not use any screws except for those provided. The use of different screws might result in damage to the main unit.

• Damage may occur if a screwdriver or similar tool is used with excessive force during the installations.

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Screwing the Faceplate on the Unit

If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off.

1 Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber

frame' (page 26) and then remove the hard rubber frame.

2 Drop open the faceplate by pressing the Release

button.

3 Tighten the screws (ø2.6 × 12 mm) (Accessory

5) in the holes shown on the diagram.

Accessory5

4 Tighten the screws (ø2 × 4 mm) (Accessory 6) in

the holes shown on the diagram.

Accessory6

5 Tighten the screws (ø2 × 6 mm) (Accessory 7) in

the holes shown on the diagram.

Accessory7

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

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Removing the Unit

Removing the hard rubber frame

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

Catch

Accessory➁ 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.

Removing the Unit

Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber

frame' (page 26) and then remove the hard rubber frame.

2 Remove the screw (M4 × 8) on the back panel. 3 Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots

on each side, as shown.

Screw (M4X8) (commercially available)

Accessory➁ Removal tool

4 Lower the removal tool toward the bottom, and

pull out the unit halfway while pressing towards the inside.

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• Be careful to avoid injury from the catch pins on the removal tool.

5 Pull the unit all the way out with your hands,

being careful not to drop it.

Troubleshooting Guide

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

General

? The power does not turn ON.

✔ The fuse has blown.

☞ After checking for short circuits in the wires,

replace the fuse with one with the same rating.

? There’s a source you can’t switch.

✔ There’s no media inserted.

☞ Set the media you want to listen to. If there’s

no media in this unit, you can’t switch to each source.

✔ The Disc changer isn’t connected.

☞ Connect the Disc changer. If the Disc changer

isn’t connected to it’s input terminal, You can’t switch to an external disc source.

? The memory is erased when the ignition is

turned OFF.

✔ The ignition and battery wire are incorrectly con-

nected. ☞ Connect the wire correctly, referring to the

section on 'Connecting Wires to Terminals'.

? Even if Loudness is turned ON, high-pitched tone

isn’t compensated for.

✔ Tuner source is selected.

☞ High-pitched tone isn’t compensated for when

in Tuner source.

? No sound can be heard, or the volume is low.

✔ The fader or balance settings are set all the way to

one side.

☞ Center the fader and balance settings.

✔ The input/output wires or wiring harness are con-

nected incorrectly. ☞ Reconnect the input/output wires or the

wiring harness correctly. See the section on 'Connecting Wires to Terminals'.

✔ The values of Volume offset are low.

☞ Tu rn up the Volume offset, referring to the sec-

tion on 'Audio Control' (page 9).

? The sound quality is poor or distorted.

✔ One of the speaker wires is being pinched by a

screw in the car.

☞ Check the speaker wiring.

✔ The speakers are not wired correctly.

☞ Reconnect the speaker wires so that each

output terminal is connected to a different speaker.

? The Touch Sensor Tone doesn’t sound.

✔ The preout jack is being used.

☞ The Touch Sensor Tone can’t be output from

the preout jack.

Tuner source

? Radio reception is poor.

✔ The car antenna is not extended.

☞ Pull the antenna out all the way.

✔ The antenna control wire is not connected.

☞ Connect the wire correctly, referring to the

section on 'Connecting Wires to Terminals'.

? The desired frequency can’t be entered with the

Direct Access Tuning.

✔ A station that can’t be received is being entered.

☞ Enter a station that can be received.

✔ You’re trying to enter a frequency with a 0.01 MHz

unit. ☞ What can be designated in the FM band is to

0.1 MHz.

Disc source

? "AUX1" is displayed without achieving External

disc control mode.

✔ Unsupported disc changer is connected.

☞ Use the disc changer mentioned in the 'About

CD players/disc changers connected to this unit' (page 5) of the section on 'Safety precautions' .

? The specified disc does not play, but another one

plays instead.

✔ The specified CD is quite dirty.

☞ Clean the CD.

✔ The disc is loaded in a different slot from that

specified. ☞ Eject the disc magazine and check the

number for the specified disc.

✔ The disc is severely scratched.

☞ Tr y another disc instead.

? A CD ejects as soon as it is loaded.

✔ The CD is quite dirty.

☞ Clean the CD, referring to the CD cleaning of

the section on 'About CDs' (page 7).

? Can’t remove disc.

✔ 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 min-

utes 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 won’t insert.

✔ There’s already another disc inserted.

☞ Press the [0 ] button and remove the disc.

? Direct Search can’t be done.

✔ Another function is ON.

☞ Tu rn Random Play or other functions OFF.

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Kenwood KDC-3025 User Manual

Contents

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2Warning

Safety precautions

Notes

About CDs

General features

Tuner features

CD/External disc control features

Menu system

Basic Operations of remote

Accessories/ Installation Procedure

Connecting Wires to Terminals

Installation

Removing the Unit

Troubleshooting Guide