Kenwood KDC-HD548U User Manual

KDC-HD548U

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-HD548U Serial number

US Residents Only

CONTENTS

Safety

Safety 2

Preparation 3

How to attach/detach the faceplate How to reset your unit How to prepare the remote controller

(RC-405)

Basic operations 4

Getting started 6

Canceling the display demonstration Setting the demonstration mode Adjusting the clock Initial settings before operations

Listening to HD Radio™ Broadcasts 7

Direct Access Tuning using the remote

controller (RC-405) iTunes Tagging Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod 9

Start playing a disc Connecting a USB device Connecting an iPod Selecting Repeat Play Selecting Random Play Selecting Scan Play Selecting a folder/track/file Direct Music Search using the remote

controller (RC-405) Alphabet Search and My Playlist for iPod iPod control by Hand Mode Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

Listening to the other external components 12

Function settings 12

Troubleshooting 14

Specifications 17

WARNING

Stop the car before operating the unit.

Important to know...

To prevent a short circuit, never put or

leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit.

Caution: Adjust the volume so that you

can hear sounds outside the car. Driving with the volume too high may cause an accident.

Condensation: When the car is air-

conditioned, moisture may collect on the laser lens. This may cause disc read errors. In this case, remove the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.

This unit can only play the CDs with:

The illustrations in this manual are

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

A USB connection cable, CA-U1EX (optional

accessory) is required for connecting a USB device.

You can connect an Apple iPod/iPhone

with this unit.

The word “iPod” appearing in this manual

indicates the iPod or iPhone connected to this unit with a connection cable, KCA-iP102 (optional accessory).

If you experience problems during

installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.

When you purchase external components,

check with your Kenwood dealer to make sure that they work with your model and in your area.

Detailed information and notes about the

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

Preparation

How to attach/detach the faceplate

How to prepare the remote controller (RC-405)

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

Insulation sheet

H LI

Do not expose the faceplate to direct

sunlight, excessive heat, or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing.

Keep the faceplate in its casing while

detached.

The faceplate is a precision piece of

equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts.

To prevent deterioration, do not touch the

terminals of the unit and faceplate with your fingers.

How to reset your unit

If this unit fails to operate properly, press the reset button.

The unit returns to factory settings when the reset button is pressed.

Reset button

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

CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY

This perchlorate WARNING applies only to the product sold or distributed in California USA “Perchlorate Material–special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

Caution:

Do not set the remote control in hot places

such as on the dashboard.

Lithium battery.

Danger of explosion if the battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

The battery pack or batteries shall not be

exposed to excessive heat such sunshine, fire or the like.

Keep battery out of reach of children and in

original package until ready to use. Dispose of used batteries promptly. If swallowed contact physician immediately.

Basic operations

Remote sensor

Do not expose to bright sunlight.

Loading slot

Ejects the disc

Volume knob

Detaches the faceplate

USB terminal

Auxiliary input jack

The following indicator lights up when...

(blink)

ATT

ST : A stereo broadcast is received. HD : HD Radio™ broadcast is tuned in. D : HD Radio digital broadcast is tuned in. MC : HD Radio multicast broadcast is tuned in. EQ : [SYSTEM Q] is set to an EQ mode other than [NATURAL]. (page 12) B.BOOST : [BASS BOOST] is set to [B.BOOST LV1] or [B.BOOST LV2]. (page 12) TAG : The song information can be registered.

: In Search Mode or when a Playlist is displayed.

IN : A disc is in the unit.

: The sound attenuates. (Applicable only when using the remote controller,

RC-405).

Display window

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

Main unit

SRC

Volume knob

(turn)

Volume knob

(press)

BAND

6 (

) ENT Pauses/resumes playback of a disc/ USB device/ iPod.

Remote

controller

—

SRC

VOL

∞ Selects items.

ENT Confirms selection.

— Enters [FUNCTION] settings.

AM– /

#FM+

Turns on. Turns off if pressed and held.

Selects the available sources (HD RADIO, USB or iPod, CD, AUX, STANDBY), if the power is turned on.

• If the source is ready, playback also starts. “iPod” or “CD” is

selectable only when an iPod is connected or a disc is loaded.

Adjusts the volume level.

Selects the FM bands (FM1/ FM2/ FM3) or AM. Selects the next/previous folder. (Pressing BAND on the main

unit can only select the next folders.)

General operation

H LI

Searches for radio station.

¢4

SCRL DISP —

— AUD Enters [AUDIO CTRL] settings directly.

— ATT

—

EXIT

Selects track/file. Fast-forwards/reverses tracks if pressed and held.

Changes the display information. Scrolls the display information if pressed and held. Enters clock adjustment mode directly (page 6) if pressed and

held while in clock display screen.

Selects “HD RADIO” source. Enters HD Radio tagging mode if pressed and held. (page 8)

Attenuates the sound.

• To return to the previous level, press the button again.

Returns to the previous item.

Exit from setting mode.

• Press and hold

mode.

on the main unit will also exit from the setting

Getting started

Canceling the display demonstration

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

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

[VOLUME KNOB]

Press the volume knob.

[YES] is selected as the initial setup.

Press the volume knob again to confirm.

[DEMO

If no operation is done for about

15 seconds or if you turn the volume knob to select [NO] in step appears and the display demonstration starts.

DEMO] \ [PRESS] \

OFF] appears.

, [DEMO MODE]

Setting the demonstration mode

Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

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

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.

Hold to finish the procedure.

Adjusting the clock

Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.

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

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

Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK ADJUST], then press to enter.

Clock hour flashes on the display.

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

Clock minutes flashes on the display.

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

Press 4

hour and minute adjustment.

Hold to finish the procedure.

¢ to move between the

Initial settings before operations

Press SRC to enter [STANDBY] mode.

Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.

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

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

See table below for selection.

Hold to finish the procedure.

Item Selectable setting (Preset: *)

PRESET TYPE NORMAL *: Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ AM). ;

MIX: Memorizes one station for each preset button regardless of the selected band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ AM).

KEY

BEEP ON */ OFF: Activates/deactivates the keypress tone.

BUILT-IN

AUX ON1 *: Outputs sound of the connected external component through the car speakers when “AUX” is selected

as the source. source. When you turn on the power, the sound attenuates (to prevent noise when no external component is connected). Turn the volume knob clockwise to return to the previous volume level. source selection.

; ON2: Outputs sound from the connected external component when “AUX” is selected as the

; OFF: Disables “AUX” in

Item Selectable setting (Preset: *)

CD READ 1 *: Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD. ; 2: Forces to play as a music CD. No

sound can be heard if an audio file disc is played.

SELECT OFF */ 5/4/ 6 × 9/6/ OEM: Selects the speaker size for optimum performance.

F/W

xx.xx YES: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; NO *: Cancels (upgrading is not activated).

For details on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/

Listening to HD Radio™ Broadcasts

H LI

Hold for about 2 seconds to memorize the current station.

Press briefly to recall memorized station or channel.

Press SRC to select “HD RADIO.”

Press

Press BAND repeatedly to select a band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ AM).

Press 4

“LINKING” appears while linking to a multicast channel.

to select “HD RADIO” source directly.

¢ to search for a station or channel.

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

Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning Mode.

“– – – –” appears.

Press DIRECT repeatedly to select the tuning item.

Tuning item: Frequency “– – – –”, Channel “HD –”, or Cancelling Direct Access Tuning

Press the number buttons to enter the frequency or channel.

You can enter the FM band frequency in steps of a minimum of 0.1 MHz.

Press 4 / ¢ to tune in to the entered frequency or channel.

Using the remote controller (RC-405) FM+ / AM– : Selects band. 4 / ¢ ( + ) : Selects station. 1 – 6 : Selects preset station.

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