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
© B64-2694-00/00 (KW/KN)
Contents
2Warning |
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Safety precautions |
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Notes |
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About CDs |
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General features |
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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
Tuner features |
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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
Text/Title Scroll
DNPP (Disc Name Preset Play)
Menu system |
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Menu System |
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Security Code |
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Touch Sensor Tone |
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Manual Clock Adjustment |
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DSI (Disabled System Indicator) |
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Switching Display Type |
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Contrast Adjustment |
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CRSC (Clean Reception System Circuit) |
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Text Scroll |
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Basic Operations of remote |
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Loading and Replacing the battery |
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Basic operations |
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In Tuner source |
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In Disc source |
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Accessories/ Installation Procedure |
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Connecting Wires to Terminals |
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Installation |
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Removing the Unit |
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Troubleshooting Guide |
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Specifications |
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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.
•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.
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.
FM
AM
SCAN |
RDM |
REP |
M.RDM |
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.
NOTE
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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.
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FM AM |
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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
Burrs
CD accessories
Don’t use disc type accessories.
CD cleaning
Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
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
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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 CD- R/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.
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General features
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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" |
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.
1Select the source to set
Press the [SRC] button.
2Select 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
1Select the source for adjustment
Press the [SRC] button.
2Enter Audio Control mode
Press the [AUD] button for at least 1 second.
3Select 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.
4Adjust 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 |
• 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.
5Exit Audio Control mode
Press the [AUD] button.
Speaker Setting
Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is optimal when setting the speaker type.
1Enter Standby
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "ALL OFF" display.
2Enter Speaker Setting mode
Press the [Q] button.
3Select the Speaker type
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
Each time the button is pressed the setting switches as shown below.
Speaker type |
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"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" |
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4Exit Speaker Setting mode
Press the [Q] 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
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"BAND+F" |
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Disc title (In External disc source) |
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Track title (In External disc source) |
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Track number & Play time |
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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.
Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS)
Attaching a title to a Station or CD.
1Receive/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".
2Enter name set mode
Press the [NAME.S] button for at least 2 seconds.
"NAME SET" is displayed.
3Move the cursor to the enter character
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position
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
4Select 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.
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"D" |
[3] |
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"A" |
[2] |
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"N" |
[6] |
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"C" |
[2] |
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"E" |
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5Repeat steps 3 through 4 and enter the name.
6Exit 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.
Auxiliary Input Display Setting
Selecting the display when this device is switched to Auxiliary input source.
1Select Auxiliary input source
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "AUX1" display.
2Enter Auxiliary input display setting mode
Press the [DISP] button for at least 2 seconds.
The presently selected AUX Name is blinks.
3Select 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"
4Exit 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
1Press the Release button.
Drop open the faceplate.
2Drawing 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
1Align the shaft on the unit with the depression on the faceplate.
2Push the faceplate in until it clicks.
The faceplate is locked in place, allowing you to use the unit.
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Tuner features
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Band display |
Frequency 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 |
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Manual |
"MANUAL" |
Normal manual tuning control. |
Tuning
Selecting the station.
1Select tuner source
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "TUNER" display.
2Select 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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3Tune 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.
1Select the band
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
2Enter Direct Access Tuning mode
Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote.
"– – – –" is displayed.
3Enter 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.
1Select the band
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
2Select the frequency to put in the memory
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
3Put 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.
1Select the band for Auto Memory Entry
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
2Open 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.
1Select the band
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
2Call up the station
Press the desired [1] — [6] button.
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CD/External disc control features
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DISC+ DISC– |
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RDM |
REP |
M.RDM DISP |
Disc number
IN indicator
Playing CD
When there is no disc inserted
1Drop open the faceplate
Press the Release button.
2Insert a disc.
3Press 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.
•When a disc is inserted, the "IN" indicator is ON.
When a disc is inserted
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "CD" display.
Pause and play
Press the [38] button.
Each time the button is pressed it pauses and plays.
Eject the disc
1Drop open the faceplate
Press the Release button.
2Eject the disc
Press the [0] button.
3Press 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.
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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 |
"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.
1Enter the track number
Press the number buttons on the remote.
2Do 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.
1Enter the disc number
Press the number buttons on the remote.
2Do 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.
1Start Scan Play
Press the [SCAN] button.
"SCAN ON" is displayed.
2Release 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.
Text/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.
1Enter 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.
2When 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 MENU
FM
AM
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Menu display
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.
1Enter Menu mode
Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.
"MENU" is displayed.
2Select the menu item
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Example: When you want to set the beep sound select the "BEEP" display.
3Set 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.
4Exit 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.
1Enter Standby
Press the [SRC] button.
Select the "ALL OFF" display.
2Enter Menu mode
Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.
When "MENU" is displayed, "SECURITY" is displayed.
3Enter Security Code mode
Press the [4] or [¢] button for at least 1 second.
When "ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.
4Select the digits to enter
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
5Select the Security Code numbers
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
6Repeat steps 4 and 5, and complete the Security Code.
7Confirm the Security Code
Press the [¢] button for at least 3 seconds.
When "RE-ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.
8Do 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
1Turn the power ON.
2Do 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.
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"BEEP ON" |
Beep is heard. |
"BEEP OFF" |
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Manual Clock Adjustment
1Select Clock Adjustment mode
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Select the "CLK ADJ" display.
2Enter Clock Adjust mode
Press the [4] or [¢] button for at least 1 second.
The clock display blinks.
3Adjust the hours
Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
Adjust the minutes
Press the [4] or [¢] button.
4Exit 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.
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"DSI ON" |
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"DSI OFF" |
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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.
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"CRSC ON" |
The CRSC is ON. |
"CRSC OFF" |
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• 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
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MNO |
PRS TUV WXY
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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.
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.
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.
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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
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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)
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KENWOOD disc changer input
To connect the Disc changer, consult your Disc changer manual.
Fuse (10A)
If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab.
Rear left output (White)
Rear right output (Red)
FM/AM antenna input
Wiring harness (Accessory1)
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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
Motor antenna control wire (Blue)
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Installation
non-Japanese cars
Metal mounting strap (commercially available)
Firewall or metal support
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).
Japanese cars
1Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber frame' (page 26) and then remove the hard rubber frame.
2Align the holes in the unit (two locations on each side) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with the accessory screws.
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T: Toyota cars
N: Nissan cars
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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.
1Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber frame' (page 26) and then remove the hard rubber frame.
2Drop open the faceplate by pressing the Release button.
3Tighten the screws (ø2.6 × 12 mm) (Accessory 5) in the holes shown on the diagram.
Accessory5
4Tighten the screws (ø2 × 4 mm) (Accessory 6) in the holes shown on the diagram.
Accessory6
5Tighten 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
1Engage 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
Accessory
Removal tool
2When 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
1Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber frame' (page 26) and then remove the hard rubber frame.
2Remove the screw (M4 × 8) on the back panel.
3Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots on each side, as shown.
Screw (M4X8) (commercially available)
Accessory
Removal tool
4Lower the removal tool toward the bottom, and pull out the unit halfway while pressing towards the inside.
•Be careful to avoid injury from the catch pins on the removal tool.
5Pull the unit all the way out with your hands, being careful not to drop it.
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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 connected.
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 connected incorrectly.
Reconnect the input/output wires or the wiring harness correctly. See the section on 'Connecting Wires to Terminals'.
The values of Volume offset are low.
Turn up the Volume offset, referring to the section on 'Audio Control' (page 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.
Try 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 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 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.
Turn Random Play or other functions OFF.
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