Kenwood KDC-6015 User Manual
KDC-X615
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
KDC-6015
KDC-515S
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-X615/6015/515S
Serial number
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AMPLI-TUNER-LECTEUR DE CD
MODE D’EMPLOI
REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
©B64-1625-00 (KW)
Contents
Before use
Warning.........................................................................................3
English
Safety precautions ........................................................................4
Handling Compact discs ...............................................................6
General features
Power............................................................................................7
Volume..........................................................................................7
Attenuator .....................................................................................7
Switching Modes ..........................................................................8
Audio Control Setting....................................................................8
Mobile Preset..............................................................................11
Loudness ....................................................................................11
Non-Fading Output......................................................................11
Theft Deterrent Faceplate...........................................................12
Tuner features
Tuning .........................................................................................14
Station Preset Memory...............................................................14
Auto Memory Entry ....................................................................14
Switching Display for Tuner........................................................15
Station Name Preset Play (SNPP) ..............................................15
Station Name Preset (SNPS) ......................................................16
CD/External disc control features
Playing CDs.................................................................................18
Playing Other Disc mode ............................................................18
Switching Display for Discs ........................................................19
Fast Forwarding and Reversing Disc Play ..................................19
Track Search ...............................................................................19
Disc Search .................................................................................20
Direct Track Search.....................................................................20
Direct Disc Search ......................................................................20
Track / Disc Repeat.....................................................................20
Track Scan...................................................................................21
Disc Scan ....................................................................................21
Random Play ...............................................................................21
Magazine Random Play...............................................................22
Text Scroll ...................................................................................22
Disc Name Preset Play (DNPP) .................................................22
Presetting Disc Names (DNPS) ..................................................24
Menu settings
Menu System .............................................................................26
Touch Sensor Tone.....................................................................26
Manual Time Adjustment............................................................26
Calendar Adjustment ..................................................................27
Calendar Mode............................................................................27
Memo Mode ...............................................................................28
Security Code..............................................................................28
Selectable Illumination ................................................................29
Contrast Adjustment...................................................................30
Dimmer .......................................................................................30
Switching Graphic Display ..........................................................30
Black Mask..................................................................................30
Switching preout.........................................................................30
KEX/ec4/dB (Sound Coordinate system).....................................30
External Amp Control..................................................................31
Clean Reception System Circuit (CRSC).....................................31
Text Scroll ...................................................................................31
Basic Operations of remote ................................32
Installation
Accessories.................................................................................35
Installation Procedure .................................................................35
Connecting Wires to Terminals ..................................................36
Installation...................................................................................37
Troubleshooting Guide .......................................40
Specifications .....................................................43
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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.
NOTE
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
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Safety precautions
2WARNING
To prevent injury or fire, take the
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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 automotivegrade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm
(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
2
direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity.
Also avoid places with too much dust or the
possibility of water splashing.
• 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 use your own screws. Use only the
screws provided. If you use the wrong
screws, you could damage the unit.
• Do not apply excessive force to the moving
faceplate. Doing so will cause damage or
malfunction.
• Do not apply excessive force to the open
faceplate or place objects on it. Doing so will
cause damage or breakdown.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You cannot connect the unit directly to the
following CD automatic changers. If you
want to use older changers with the unit,
follow the directions below according to the
type of changer you own:
• KDC-C200 / KDC-C300 / KDC-C400
Use the extension cable and the control box
attached to the CD changer, and the optional
CA-DS100 converter cord.
• KDC-C301 / KDC-C600 / KDC-C800 / KDCC601 / KDC-C401
Use the extension cable attached to the CD
changer, and the optional CA-DS100
converter cord.
• KDC-C100 / KDC-C302 / C205 / C705 /
non-Kenwood CD changers
Cannot be used with this model.
2CAUTION
You can damage both your unit and
the CD changer if you connect them
incorrectly.
2CAUTION
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.
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NOTE
EJECT
PWR
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LOUD
MENU
DISP
NAME.S
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DISC
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• If you experience problems during
installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.
• Press the reset button if the disc auto
changer is first controlled and operates
incorrectly. The original operating condition
will return.
• 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.
• The functions that can be used and the
information that can be displayed will differ
depending on the external disc players being
connected.
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.
Reset button
• We recommend the use of the Security
Code function (see p. 28) to prevent theft.
• Characters in the LCD may become difficult
to read in temperatures below 41 ˚F (5 ˚C).
Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals
If the terminals on the unit or faceplate get
dirty, wipe them with a dry, soft cloth.
Cleaning the Unit
If the front panel gets dirty, turn off the
power and wipe the panel with a dry silicon
cloth or soft cloth.
2CAUTION
Do not wipe the panel with a hard cloth or a
cloth dampened by volatile solvents such as
paint thinner and alcohol. They can scratch
the surface of the panel and/or cause the
indicator letters to peel off.
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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.
Handling Compact discs
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
Playing a CD that is dirty, scratched
or warped can cause the sound to
skip and the unit to operate
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incorrectly, resulting in worsened
sound quality. Take the following
precautions to prevent your CDs from
getting scratched or damaged.
Handling CDs
• Do not touch the recorded side of the CD
(the side opposite the label) when holding it.
• Do not stick tape on either side of the CD.
Tape
Cleaning CDs
If a CD has gotten dirty, wipe it off gently
using a commercially available cleaning cloth
or a soft cotton cloth, starting from the
center of the disc and moving outward. Do
not clean CDs with conventional record
cleaners, anti-static formulas, or chemicals
such as paint thinner or benzene.
Checking New CDs for Burrs
When playing a new CD for the first time,
check that there are not any burrs stuck to
the perimeter of the disc or in the central
hole. CDs with burrs stuck on them may not
load properly or may skip while playing.
Remove burrs using a ballpoint pen or a
similar utensil.
Do Not Load CD Accessories
Do not use commercially available CD
accessories that can be loaded into the CD
slot, such as stabilizers, protective sheets,
or CD cleaning discs, since they can cause
the unit to malfunction.
Removing the CD
Only remove the CD from the machine in a
horizontal direction, holding it flat. You may
damage the surface of the CD if you try
pulling it down as it ejects.
Do Not Use Special Shape CDs
• Be sure to use round shape CDs only for
this unit and do not use any special shape
CDs. Use of special shape CDs may cause
the unit to malfunction.
Storing CDs
• Do not store CDs in areas exposed to direct
sunlight (such as a car seat or the
dashboard) or other hot places.
• Remove CDs from the unit when not
listening to them for a while, and put them
back in their cases. Do not pile up CDs that
are removed from their cases or prop them
against something.
Burrs
Burrs
• Be sure to use CDs with disc mark
only for this unit.
Do Not Use CDs with Sticker on the
Labeled Side
Do not use the CD with the label sticker
stuck on it.
Using such a CD may cause the CD to be
deformed and the sticker to peel off,
resulting in malfunction of the unit.
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General features
EJECT
PWR
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LOUD
MENU
DISP
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#1 - 6
Power
Turning on the power:
Press the SRC (source) button.
NOTE
Turn the power on before carrying out the following procedures.
Turning off the power:
Press the PWR OFF button for at least one second.
Release button
KDC-X615/KDC-6015
KDC-515S
ATT indicator
LOUD indicator
ATT indicator
LOUD indicator
Volume
Increasing Volume:
Press the u button to turn up the volume.
Decreasing Volume:
Press the d button to turn down the volume.
Attenuator
This function allows you to turn down the volume quickly.
Turning Attenuator On/Off:
Press the ATT button to switch the attenuator on and off.
When the attenuator is on, the ATT indicator blinks.
When the attenuator is off, the volume returns to the original
level.
NOTE
Turning the volume up, or turning it all the way down deactivates
the attenuator function.
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▼
Tuner mode
▼
CD mode
▼
External disc control mode 1
▼
External disc control mode 2/AUX mode
▼
Standby mode
General features
Switching Modes
Switching Modes:
English
Each time you press the SRC (source) button, the mode
switches as follows:
Selecting standby mode:
Press the SRC button repeatedly and switch to "ALL OFF" .
When "ALL OFF" is displayed, the standby mode is activated.
The standby mode turns all functions off while leaving the
power to the unit on. Use this mode when you want to have
the display illuminated but don't want to listen to anything.
NOTE
• The mode switches to the next mode from any mode which
cannot be used.
• The external disc control mode will differ depending on the unit
that is connected.
• The AUX mode is available only when the changer / AUX
switching adapter (KCA-S210A or CA-C1AX) or CD changer
(KDC-CPS85, KDC-CX85, KDC-CPS82 or KDC-CX82) is
connected to this unit.
During the AUX mode, "AUX" / AUX-name will show in the
display. When the CA-C1AX is being used, the AUX Mode will
replace the External Disc Control Mode.
NOTE
Presetting AUX-name
(Only when the KCA-S210A is connected)
In the AUX mode, press the NAME.S button for at least two
seconds. "NAME SET" is display and AUX-name mode is entered.
Input the characters, referring to the section on "Presetting Disc
Names (DNPS)" (page24).
Audio Control Setting
Adjust various parameters of sound quality.
1
Press the AUD button to enter the control mode.
2
Selecting mode
Press either the FM or AM button.
Each time the button is pressed, the adjustment mode will
change.
Please refer to the following for the contents of the
adjustment modes.
NOTE
Source tone memory
Each source ( tape, CD, MD, FM, AM and disc changer ) has its
own memory in which to store the bass, treble and N-F level
settings.
The settings made for a particular source are recalled
automatically whenever you use that source ( for example, FM
mode uses the tone settings made for FM, AM for AM, etc.).
3
Adjust each mode
Press the 4/¢ button.
Please refer to the following for the adjusting values.
4
Press the AUD button to end the control mode.
"Kex"/"ec4"/"EC4" : Recalling the kenwood preset sound setting
Press the preset buttons (#1-6).
Settings: #1;Flat, #2;Rock, #3;Pops/Top40, #4;Jazz, #5;Easy,
#6;Scan of #1-5 (KDC-X615/6015 only)
NOTE
• This mode is available only when the Sound coordinate system
is on. (page30)
• You can call the following settings with this function; bass
center frequency, bass level, bass quality factor, bass
extension, treble center frequency, and treble level setting.
Their setting values are different depending on the setting of
the mobile preset plan mode.
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Function of the KDC-X615
"Bass F" : Adjust the center frequency of the bass.
Setting values: 60 / 70 / 80 / 100 (Only when the bass quality
factor is set to 1.00, 1.25 or 1.50) / 150 (Only when the bass
quality factor is set to 2.00) Hz
NOTE
This mode is available only when the Sound coordinate system is
on. (page30)
"Bass"/"BAS" : Adjust the bass level.
Setting values: - 8 – + 8
Function of the KDC-X615
"TreF" : Adjust the center frequency of the treble.
Setting values: 10.0 / 12.5 / 15.0 / 17.5 kHz
NOTE
This mode is available only when the Sound coordinate system is
on. ( page30).
"Treble"/"TRE" : Adjust the treble level.
Setting values: - 8 – + 8
Function of the KDC-X615
"Bass Q" : Adjust the Bass quality factor.
Setting values: 1.00 / 1.25 / 1.50 / 2.00
NOTE
This mode is available only when the Sound coordinate system is
on. (page30)
Function of the KDC-X615
"Bass EXT" : Switch the Bass Extend mode on/off.
Setting values: ON / OFF
(When the bass extend mode is set to on, low
frequency response is extended by 20%.)
NOTE
This mode is available only when the Sound coordinate system is
on. (page30)
"Balance"/"BAL" : Adjust the balance level.
Setting values: Left 15 – Right 15
"Fader"/"FAD" : Adjust the fader level.
Setting values: Front 15 – Rear 15
Function of the KDC-X615
"NF Level" : Adjust the Non-fading output level.
Setting values: - 15 – + 15
NOTE
• This mode is available only when the non-fading output function
is set to on.
• Not available during the Dual zone system is on.
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General features
Function of the KDC-X615
"HPF F" : Adjust the frequency of the High-pass filter for front
English
You can separately set the high-pass filter for front and rear
output,including preouts.The high-pass filter works except during
non-fading preout when switching to non-fading.The factory
default settings for front output and rear output are "through" .
"HPF R" : Adjust the frequency of the High-pass filter for rear
You can separately set the high-pass filter for front and rear
output,including preouts. The high-pass filter works except during
non-fading preout when switching to non-fading. The factory
default settings for front output and rear output are "through" .
"LPF NF" : Adjust the frequency of the Low-pass filter for Non-
This mode is available only when the non-fading output function
is set to on.
output.
Setting values: Through / 40Hz / 60Hz / 80Hz / 100Hz / 120Hz /
150Hz / 180Hz / 220Hz
NOTE
Function of the KDC-X615
output.
Setting values: Through / 40Hz / 60Hz / 80Hz / 100Hz / 120Hz /
150Hz / 180Hz / 220Hz
NOTE
Function of the KDC-X615
Fading output.
Setting values: 50 Hz / 80 Hz / 120 Hz / Through
NOTE
Function of the KDC-X615
"NF Phase" : Adjust the phase for Non-Fading output.
Setting values: Normal (0°) / Reverse (180°)
NOTE
This mode is available only when the non-fading output function
is set to on.
"V OFFSET/VOS" : Set the sound level of the each source
selected by adjusting the level difference
between the basic sound level and the
required level.
Setting values: - 8 – ±0
Function of the KDC-X615
Storing your sound settings:
Press a preset button (#1-6) for at least two seconds except
during the bass center frequency, bass level, bass quality
factor, bass extension, treble center frequency, and treble level
adjust mode.
NOTE
• This setting can be made only when the Sound coordinate
system is on. (page30)
• The settings you can preset are, bass center frequency, bass
level, bass quality factor, bass extension, treble center
frequency, and treble level.
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Function of the KDC-X615
Recalling your sound settings:
Press a preset button (#1-6) except during the bass center
frequency, bass level, bass quality factor, bass extension,
treble center frequency, and treble level adjust mode.
NOTE
This mode is available only when Sound coordinate system is on.
Function of the KDC-6015
Mobile Preset
This function allows you to adjust the setting that is recalled
with the sound coordinate system, according to types of
speakers.
1
Press the SRC button repeatedly to select the standby mode.
"ALL OFF" is displayed when the standby mode is selected.
2
Press the AUD button to enter the mobile preset plan mode.
3
Press either the 4 or ¢ button to select the type of
speaker. The setting switches as follows.
Off / For the OEM speaker / For 6/6x9 in. speaker /
For 5/4 in. speaker
4
Press the AUD button to end the mobile preset plan mode.
NOTE
• When you change the setting of type of speaker, the bass and
treble tone settings are returned to original levels.
• This mode is available only when the Sound coordinate system
is on. (page30)
Turning Loudness On/Off:
Press the LOUD button for at least one second to switch the
loudness on and off.
Function of the KDC-X615
Non-Fading Output
You can turn the non-fading output on and off while the preout
is switched to the non-fading preout.
Turning non-fading output On/Off :
Press the NF button for at least one second to set the function
ON or OFF.
"NF ON" is displayed when the non-fading output is set ON.
Loudness
This function amplifies low and high tones when the volume is
turned down.
The LOUD indicator lights up when the loudness function is
on.
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General features
Theft Deterrent Faceplate
The faceplate can be reversed to hide the control panel or
detached form the unit, helping to deter theft.
English
Removing the Faceplate:
1
• When the control panel is visible
Press the release button.
• When the control panel has been hidden:
Press the upper side of the faceplate.
2
Holding the center part of the faceplate, pull it out.
3
Push back the bottom of the faceplate bracket until it locks.
2CAUTION
• Do not apply excessive force to the faceplate bracket without
attaching the faceplate. Doing so will cause the faceplate
bracket to be deformed.
• Do not touch the connector on the faceplate bracket after
removing the faceplate. Touching the connector may cause
damage to the unit.
• Do not touch two metal parts on both sides of the faceplate
bracket. Touching those parts may injure you.
NOTE
• 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
Hold the faceplate so that the control panel faces the front
toward you and set the left side of the faceplate in the
faceplate bracket.
2CAUTION
Do not set the right side of the faceplate in the faceplate bracket
first, when reattaching the faceplate. Doing so may cause the
connector on the faceplate bracket to malfunction.
2
Press the right side of the faceplate until it locks.
Hiding the control panel:
1
Press the release button and slide open the faceplate.
2
Push upward the back of the control panel and reverse the
panel.
NOTE
The panel cannot be reversed when the faceplate is not attached.
Opening the control panel:
1
Press the upper side of the faceplate.
The faceplate will open.
2
Push the bottom of the control panel and close the faceplate.
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NOTE
EJECT
PWR
OFF
LOUD
MENU
DISP
NAME.S
SCAN RDM REP
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DISC
DAB
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NF
AUTO
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SRC /
PWR OFF
FM
AM
DISP/NAME.S
AUTO/AME
The buttons do not work when the control panel is slided.
Tuner features
KDC-X615/KDC-6015
Band display
Frequency
£ indicator
ST indicator
AUTO indicator
Preset station number
KDC-515S
Band display
ST indicator
Frequency
AUTO indicator
Preset station number
£ indicator
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