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Safety 2
Maintenance
Preparation 3
How to attach/detach the faceplate
How to reset your unit
Remote controller
Basic Operations 4
Getting Started 6
Canceling the display demonstration
Setting the demonstration mode
Adjusting the clock
Initial settings before operations
Listening to the Radio 8
Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings
Listening to the other external
components 9
Listening to a Disc/ USB device/ iPod
Start playing a disc
Start playing a USB device or iPod
Removing the USB device or iPod
Selecting Repeat Play
Selecting Random Play
All Random Play
Selecting a folder/track/file
Alphabet Search for iPod
Selecting App & iPod Control Mode
Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings
10
Getting Started of Bluetooth 14
Registering your Bluetooth device with this
unit (Pairing)
Registering from Bluetooth devices (Pairing)
Operation of Hands-Free Phoning 16
Making a Call
Make a Voice Dialing Call
Receiving a Call
During a Call
Switching between Two Connected Cell-
phones
Clearing the disconnection message
Downloading the Phone Book
Listening to a Bluetooth Audio 19
Selecting Repeat Play
Selecting Random Play
Bluetooth Setup 20
Selecting the Bluetooth Device
Bluetooth Device Registration Test
Bluetooth Setup
Function settings 22
Using the remote controller
(KCA-RC405) 24
Remote sensor
Changing the battery of the remote control
unit
Operation of Hands-Free Phoning
Direct Access Tuning of “TUNER” source
Direct Music Search of “USB” source
To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave
any metallic objects (such as coins or metal
tools) inside the unit.
Caution: Adjust the volume so that you can
hear the sound outside the car. Driving with
the volume adjusted to a too high level may
cause an accident.
Condensation: When the car is airconditioned, moisture may collect on the
laser lens. This may cause disc read errors. In
this case, remove the disc and wait for the
moisture to evaporate.
The illustrations in this manual are examples
used to explain more clearly how the
controls are used. Therefore, what appears
on the illustrations may differ from what
appears on the actual equipment.
If you experience problems during
installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.
When you purchase external components,
check with your Kenwood dealer to make
sure that they work with your model and in
your area.
Maintenance
Cleaning the unit: Wipe off the dirt on the
panel with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Failure
to observe this precaution may result in
damage to the monitor or unit.
Cleaning the connector: The unit may not
function properly if the connector between
the unit and faceplate are dirty. Detach the
faceplate and clean the connector with a
cotton swab gently, being careful not to
damage the connector.
Connector (on the reverse
side of the faceplate)
How to attach/detach the faceplate
1
2
Do not expose the faceplate to direct
sunlight, excessive heat, or humidity. Also
avoid places with too much dust or the
possibility of water splashing.
Keep the faceplate in its casing while
detached.
The faceplate is a precision component of
the unit and can be damaged by shocks or
jolts.
To prevent deterioration, do not touch the
terminals of the unit and faceplate with your
fingers.
How to reset your unit
If this unit fails to operate
properly, press the reset
1
button.
The unit returns to the
2
factory settings when the
reset button is pressed.
3
Reset button
Remote controller
KD C-BT42U can also be remotely controlled
with an optionally purchased remote
controller.
CONTENTS
1
2
The “AAC” logo is a trademark of Dolby
Laboratories.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
any use of such marks by JVC KENWOOD
Corporation is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are those of
their respective owners.
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone”
mean that an electronic accessory has
been designed to connect specifically
to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has
been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards. Apple is
not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the
use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone
may affect wireless performance.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and
iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
“Adobe Reader” is a trademark of Adobe
Systems Incorporated.
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Basic Operations
iPod
Display window
K D C-B T42UK D C-B T 32 U
PAR
VOICE
Volume knob
Detaches the faceplate
The following indicator lights up when...
ST: A stereo broadcast is received.
RDS: Radio Data System service is available.
TI: Traffic Information function is turned on.
IN: A disc is in the unit.
EQ: [PRESET EQ] is set to an EQ mode other
than [NATURAL]. (page 22)
B.BOOST: [BASS BOOST] is set to [LV1],
[LV2] or [LV 3]. (page 22)
: Indicates that the Music Search mode is
selected now.
BT: Bluetooth cell-phone connection status.
Loading slot
Ejects the disc
iPod
USB terminal
Auxiliary input jack
Slide open the cover
The illustration and button names used for
explanation in this manual are of KD C-BT42U
(unless mentioned otherwise).
Refer to the table below for the difference:
K D C-B T42U
iPod
When you press or hold the following button(s)...
Main unitGeneral operation
Tur ns on .
Turns off if pressed and held.
SRC
Selects the available sources (TUNER, BT AUDIO, USB or iPod, CD, AUX,
STANDBY), if the power is turned on.
The display demonstration is always turned
on unless you cancel it.
When you turn on the power (or after you
reset the unit), the display shows:
[CANCEL DEMO] \ [PRESS] \ [VOLUME
KNOB]
1 Press the volume knob.
[YES] is selected as the initial setup.
2 Press the volume knob again to confirm.
[DEMO OFF] appears.
If no operation is done for about 15 seconds
or if you turn the volume knob to select
[NO] in step 2, [DEMO MODE] appears and
the display demonstration starts.
Setting the demonstration mode
1 Press the volume knob to enter
[FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select [DEMO
MODE], then press to enter.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [ON] or
[OFF].
If [ON] is selected, display demonstration
starts if no operation is done for about 20
seconds.
4 Hold to finish the procedure.
Adjusting the clock
1 Press the volume knob to enter
[FUNCTION] mode.
2 Turn the volume knob to select
[SETTINGS], then press to enter.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK],
then press to enter.
4 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK
ADJUST/ CLOCK ADJ], then press to
enter.
Clock hour flashes on the display.
5 Turn the volume knob to adjust the hour,
then press to enter minute adjustment.
Clock minutes flashes on the display.
6 Turn the volume knob to adjust the
minute, then press to confirm.
Press 4 / ¢ to move between the
hour and minute adjustment.
7 Hold to finish the procedure.
CONTENTS
Initial settings before operations
1 Press SRC to enter [STANDBY] mode.
2 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [INITIAL SET], then press to enter.
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to confirm.
See table below for selection.
5 Hold to finish the procedure.
ItemSelectable setting (Preset:*)
PRESET TYPENORMAL/ NORM *: Memorizes o ne station for each p reset button in e ach band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ LW). ;
MIX: Memorize s one station for eac h preset butto n regardless of the sel ected band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ LW).
KEY BEEPON */ OFF: Activates/deactivates the keypress tone.
RUSSIAN SETON: Folde r name, file name, song ti tle, artist name, alb um name are displayed in Rus sian (if applicable). ;
OFF *: Cancels.
P-O FF WAITSets the d uration when the uni t will automatically tur ns off (while in sta ndby mode) to save the bat tery.
––– : Cancels ; 20M *: 20 minut es ; 40M: 40 minutes ; 6 0M: 60 minutes
BUILT-IN AUX/
BUILTIN AUX
CD READ1 *: Automatic ally distinguishe s between audio f ile disc and music CD. ;
SWITCH PREOUT/
SWITCH PRE
SP SELECTOFF */ 5/4/ 6 × 9/6/ OEM: Selects th e speaker size for optimum p erformance.
F/W UP xx. xxYES: Star ts upgrading the f irmware. ; NO *: Cancels (upgrading is not activated).
ON *: Enable s “AUX” in source sele ction. Sound of th e connected ex ternal component is pr oduced through the
car speaker s. ; OFF: Disables “AUX” in source selection.
2: Forces to play as a m usic CD. No sound can be heard i f an audio file disc is playe d.
REAR */ SUB-W: Selec ts whether rear sp eakers or a subwoofer are c onnected to the line o ut terminals on the
rear of the unit (t hrough an externa l amplifier).
For detail s on how to update the fir mware, see: www.kenwoo d.com/cs/ce/
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Listening to the Radio
PAR
VOICE
Press and hold to memorize the current station.
Press briefly to recall memorized station.
1 Press SRC to select “TUNER”.
2 Press repeatedly to select a band (FM1, FM2, FM3, MW/LW).
3 Press 4 / ¢ to search for a station.
The tuning mode can be changed. Refer to <SEEK MODE> (page 8).
CONTENTS
ItemSelectable setting (Preset:*)
AUTO TP SEEK/
ATP S EEK
[TI/NEW S SET/ AF SET/ REGIONAL/ AUTO TP SEEK/ ATP SEEK ] is selectable o nly when the source is “FM”. If other play back source
ON *: Automat ically searches for a s tation with bet ter reception when t he traffic inf ormation’s reception i s poor.
; OFF: Cancels.
is selec ted, these set tings are select able under [TUNER SET ] item. (page 23)
[LOCAL SEEK / MONO SET/ PTY SEARCH] is s electable only w hen the source is “FM”.
EASY M (music); LIGHT M (music); CLASSIC S; OTHER M (music)
TRAVEL; LEISU RE;
JAZZ; COUNTRY; NATION M (music); OLDIES; FOLK M (music)
The unit will s earch for the Program t ype categori zed under [SPEECH] or [[SPEECH] : Roman ty peface item. ; [
The Radio Data System feature won’t work where the service is not supported by any
MUSIC
] : Italic ty peface item.
; WEATHER; FINAN CE; CHILDREN; SOCIAL ; RELIGION; PHONE IN;
; DOCUMENT
MUSIC
] if selected.
POP M (music); ROCK M (music)
;
broadcasting station.
If the volume is adjusted during reception of traf fic information, the adjusted volume is
memorized automatically. It will be applied the next time Traffic Information function is
turned on.
Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings
Listening to the other external
While listening to the radio...
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press to enter.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to confirm.
components
Preparation : Make sure [ON] is selected for [BUILT-IN AUX/ BUILTIN AUX]. (page 7)
See table below for selection.
4 Hold to finish the procedure.
ItemSelectable setting (Preset:*)
LOCAL SEEKON: Searches only FM s tations with good r eception. ; OFF *: Cancels.
SEEK MODEAUTO1 *: Automaticall y search for a station . ; AUTO2: Search in the o rder of the stations i n the preset memor y. ;
MANUAL: Manually search for a station.
AUTO MEMORY YES: Automat ically starts m emorizing 6 stat ions with good rece ption. ; NO *: Cancels (autom atic memorizing is
PAR
VOICE
iPod
not activated). (Selectable only if [NORMAL/ NORM] is selec ted for [PRESET TY PE].) (page 7)
MONO SETON: Improves the FM r eception (but the s tereo effec t may be lost). ; OFF *: Cancels (stereo effe ct resumes).
PTY SEAR CHSelects the av ailable Program Type (pag e 9). Then, press
Press the vo lume knob to enter PTY lang uage selection . Turn the volume k nob to select the P TY language
(ENGLISH */ FRENCH/ GERMAN), then press to co nfirm.TION: The traff ic information automatically when the traffic bulletin s tarts. ; OFF *: Cancels. (Not applicable if “MW/
LW” is selected)
NEWS SET00M – 90M: Se ts the time for rec eiving the next ne ws bulletin. ; OFF *: Cancels.
AF SETON *: Automat ically searches for an other station bro adcasting the sa me program in the same R adio Data System
networ k with better re ception when the cur rent reception is poo r. ; OFF: Cancels.
REGIONALO N *: Switches to another s tation only in the spe cific region usin g the “AF” control. ; OFF: Cancels.
4
/ ¢ to start searching.
1 Press SRC to select “AUX”.
2 Turn on the external component and
start playing.
3 Turn the volume knob to adjust the
volume.
Portable audio device
(commercially available)
Auxiliary input jack
3.5 mm stereo mini plug
(commercially available)
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Listening to a Disc/ USB device/ iPod
Ejects the disc. (“NO DISC” appears and “IN”
Loading slot
PAR
VOICE
Press to select track/file.
Press and hold to fastforwards/fast-backwards.
Press to select folder of Audio File/iPod.
Start playing a disc
1 Press SRC to turn on the power.
2 Insert a disc into the loading slot.
Playback starts automatically.
Start playing a USB device or iPod
1 Press SRC to turn on the power.
2 Slide open the cover.
3 Connect a USB device or iPod to the USB
terminal.
The source automatically switches, and
playback starts.
USB device
USB device
(commercially available)
CA-U1EX (Max.: 5 00 mA)
(optional accessory)
indicator goes off.)
iPod
USB terminal
Press to pause. Press again
to resume playback.
iPod (KDC-BT42U only)
Apple iPod
(commercially available)
KCA-i P102
(optional accessory)
Removing the USB device or iPod
1 Press SRC to select a source other than
“USB” or “iPod”.
2 Remove the USB device or iPod.
Selecting Repeat Play
Press number button 4 (REP) repeatedly
to make a selection.
Audio CD : TRACK/TRAC (track) REPEAT,
RE PEAT OFF
Audio File :
FILE REPEAT, FOLDER/FOLD (folder)
RE PEAT, REPEAT O FF
iPod :
FILE REPEAT, REPEAT OFF
Selecting Random Play
Press number button 3 (ALL RDM)
repeatedly to make a selection.
Audio CD : DISC RANDOM, RANDOM OFF
Audio File/ iPod :
FOLDER/FOLD (folder) RANDOM,
RANDOM OFF
All Random Play
Press and hold number button
3 (ALL RDM).
Pressing this button again plays songs in
the normal mode starting.
Audio File/ iPod :
ALL RANDOM, RANDOM OFF
Changes the iPod browsing item to “songs”.
Selecting a folder/track/file
1 Press to enter Music Search mode.
“SEARCH” appears, then the current file
name appears on the display.
2 Turn the volume knob to select a folder/
track/ file, then press to confirm.
To skips songs, press 4/ ¢. Holding
4/ ¢ skips songs at 10% regardless of
the setting made. (page 12 )
This operation is ef fective only for the iPod
or KENWOOD Music Editor media.
To return to the root folder (audio file), top
menu (iPod) or first track (audio CD), press 5.
To return to the previous folder, press .
To cancel the Music Search mode, press and
hold .
< or > on the display indicates that
preceded/next item is available.
CONTENTS
Alphabet Search for iPod
• FunctionofKDC-BT42U.
1 Press to enter Music Search mode.
“SEARCH” appears.
2 Turn the volume knob to select a
category, then press to confirm.
3 Press again to enter alphabet search
mode.
“SEARCH <_ >” appears.
4 Turn the volume knob to select the
character to be searched for.
5 Press 4 / ¢ to move to the entry
position.
You can enter up to three characters.
6 Press the volume knob to start searching.
After this step, see step 2 of <Selecting a
folder/track/file> (page 11) to select a
song.
To return to the Music Search mode, press
.
To cancel the Music Search mode, press and
hold .
A longer searching time is required if there
are many songs or playlists in the iPod.
To search for a character other than A to Z
and 0 to 9, enter only “ * ”.
The article (a, an, the) of songs name will be
skipped during search.
Selecting App & iPod Control Mode
• FunctionofKDC-BT42U.
Press number button 5 (iPod) repeatedly
to make a selection.
MODE ON :
Control iPod from the iPod *. “APP&iPod
MODE” appears on the display.