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-105U/ KDC-MP105U
US Residents Only
Serial number
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Register your Kenwood product at www.Kenwoodusa.com
• Operations explained mainly using buttons
on the faceplate.
•
[XX]
indicates the selected items.
• (➜
XX)
indicates references are available on
the stated page number.
Warning
Do not operate any function that takes your attention away from safe driving.
Caution
Volume setting:
• Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car to prevent accident.
• Lower the volume before playing digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of the
output level.
General:
• Avoid using the USB device if it might hinder driving safety.
• Make sure all important data has been backed up. We shall bear no responsibility for any loss of recorded data.
• Never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit, to prevent a short circuit.
• If a disc error occurs due to condensation on the laser lens, eject the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.
Remote control (RC-406):
• Do not leave the remote control in hot places such as on the dashboard.
• The Lithium battery is in danger of explosion if replaced incorrectly. Replace it only with the same or equivalent
type.
• The battery pack or batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as 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 a physician immediately.
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.”
Maintenance
Cleaning the unit: Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicon or soft cloth.
Cleaning the connector: Detach the faceplate and clean the connector with a
cotton swab gently, being careful not to damage the connector.
Handling discs:
• Do not touch the recording surface of the disc.
• Do not stick tape etc. on the disc, or use a disc with tape stuck on it.
• Do not use any accessories for the disc.
• Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
• Clean the disc with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Do not use any solvents.
• When removing discs from this unit, pull them out horizontally.
• Remove burrs from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc.
Connector (on the reverse
side of the faceplate)
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BASICS
Faceplate
Volume knob
(turn/press)Loading slot
Attach
Remote control (RC-406)
Remote sensor (Do not expose
to bright sunlight.)
Detach
* Not used.
Detach buttonDisplay window
How to reset
Your preset adjustments
will also be erased.
ToDo this (on the faceplate)Do this (on the remote control)
Turn on the powerPress LSRC.
Adjust the volumeTurn the volume knob.Press VOL
Select a sourcePress LSRC repeatedly.Press SRC repeatedly.
Change the display
information
• Press and hold to turn off the power.
Press SCRL DISP repeatedly.
• Press and hold to scroll the current display information.
How to replace the battery
Press and hold SRC to turn off the power.
( Pressing SRC does not turn on the power. )
or VOL .
Press ATT during playback to attenuate the sound.
• Press again to cancel.
( not available )
Pull out the
insulation sheet
when using for
the first time.
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GETTING STARTED
1
Cancel the demonstration
When you turn on the power (or after you reset the unit), the display
1 Press the volume knob to enter
2 Turn the volume knob to select
3 Turn the volume knob to select
4 Press the volume knob to select
5 Turn the volume knob to adjust the hour, then press the knob.
6 Turn the volume knob to adjust the minute, then press the knob.Press 4
/
¢ to move between the hour and minute adjustment.
7 Press and hold to exit.
(or)
Press and hold SCRL DISP to enter clock adjustment mode
directly while in clock display screen.
Then, perform steps 5 and 6 above to set the clock.
[FUNCTION]
[SETTINGS]
[CLOCK]
[CLK ADJ]
.
, then press the knob.
, then press the knob.
.
3
Set the initial settings
1 Press SRC to enter
2 Press the volume knob to enter
3 Turn the volume knob to select
[STANDBY]
.
[FUNCTION]
[INITIAL]
, then press the knob.
.
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press
the knob.
5 Press and hold to exit.
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press .
PRESETTYPE NML: Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band (FM1/ FM2/
KEY BEEPBEEP ON: Activates the keypress tone. ; BEEP OFF: Deactivates.
AUX SET
CD READCD READ 1: Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD. ;
SWPRESWPRE R/ SWPRE SW: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to
SPEAKER
F/W UP
F/W xx.xx<Y>/N: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; Y/<N>: Cancels (upgrading is not activated).
FM3/ AM). ; TYPEMIX: Memorizes one station for each preset button regardless of the
selected band.
AUX ON: Enables AUX in source selection. ; AUX OFF: Disables. (➜ 7)
CD READ 2: Forces to play as a music CD. No sound can be heard if an audio file disc is
played.
the line out terminals on the rear (through an external amplifier).
SP OFF/ SP5/4/ SP6 × 9/6/ SPOEM: Selects according to the speaker size (5 inches
or 4 inches, 6×9 inches or 6 inches) or OEM speakers for optimum performance.
For details on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/
“F1” / “F2” / “F3” / “AM” appears on the display.
3 Press 4/¢ to search for a station.
• To store a station: Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6).
• To select a stored station: Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6)
Direct Access Tuning (using RC-406)
1 Press
AM– / #FM+ to select a band.
*
2 Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning.
“– – – • –” (for FM) or “– – – –” (for AM) appears on the display.
3 Press the number buttons to enter a frequency.
4 Press 4 / ¢ (+) to search for a frequency.
• To cancel, press .
• If no operation is done for 10 seconds after step 3, Direct Access Tuning is
automatically canceled.
Other settings
1 Press the volume knob to enter
2 Turn the volume knob to select
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table on the right),
then press the knob.
4 Press and hold to exit.
AM– / #FM+ on RC-406) to select FM1/
*
[FUNCTION]
[SETTINGS]
.
, then press the knob.
Default:
SEEKMODESelects the tuning method for the
A-MEMORY<Y>/N: Automatically starts memorizing 6 stations with good reception. ;
MONO SET
KDC-MP105U
For
PTY SRCHSelects the available Program Type (see below), then, press
TITI ON: Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information. ; TI OFF: Cancels.
CLOCK
TIMESYNCSYNC ON: Synchronizes the unit’s time to the Radio Broadcast Data System station
TUNERSET: Selectable only when the source is not TUNER.
TITI ON: Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information. ; TI OFF: Cancels.
•
[MONO SET]/ [PTY SRCH]/ [TI]
• Available Program Type:
SPEECH: NEWS, INFORM
MUSIC: ROCK, CLS ROCK
The unit will search for the Program Type categorized under
selected.
• For
KDC-MP105U
alarm, the adjusted volume is memorized automatically. It will be applied the next time
traffic information or alarm function is turned on.
AUTO1: Automatically searches for a station. ; AUTO2: Searches for a preset station. ;
MANUAL: Manually search for a station.
Y/<N>: Cancels. (Selectable only if [TYPE NML] is selected for [PRESET].) (➜ 4)
MONO ON: Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect may be lost. ;
MONO OFF: Cancels.
:
time. ; SYNC OFF: Cancels.
is selectable only when the source is FM.
PERSNLTY
(spanish music),
COUNTRY, OLDIES, SOFT, NOSTALGA
(rhythm and blues),
music)
(information),
(personality),
: If the volume is adjusted during reception of traffic information or
Reverse/Fast-forward Press and hold 4 / ¢ (or 4 / ¢ (+) on RC-406).
Select a track/file
from a list
Repeat playPress 4
Random playPress 3
1
*
Only for MP3/WMA files.
2
*
Only for files registered in the database created with KME Light/ KMC. (➜
Press 6 38 (or ENT 38 on RC-406).
Press 1 – / 2 + (or
AM– / #FM+ on RC-406).
*
1 Press .
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
• MP3/WMA file: Select the desired folder, then a file.
• KENWOOD Music Editor Light (KME Light)/ KENWOOD Music Control (KMC)
2
*
file
: Select the desired file from the list (PLAYLISTS, ARTISTS, ALBUMS,
SONGS, GENRES).
• To return to the root folder (or first file), press number button 5.
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press .
• To cancel, press and hold .
• To skip songs at a specific ratio, press 4 / ¢. (➜
• Audio CD: TRAC REP, REP OFF
• MP3/WMA file: FILE REP, FOLD REP, REP OFF
• KME Light/ KMC file: FILE REP, REP OFF
• Audio CD: DISC RDM, RDM OFF
• MP3/WMA file or KME Light/ KMC file: FOLD RDM, RDM OFF
Press and hold 3
repeatedly.
repeatedly.
to select “ALL RDM.”
7)
8)
1
*
—
1
*
2
*
6
CD / USB
Direct Music Search (using RC-406)
1 Press DIRECT.
2 Press the number buttons to enter a track/file
number.
3 Press 4 / ¢ (+) to search for music.
• To cancel, press
• Not available if Random Play is selected.
• Not applicable for KME Light/ KMC file. (➜
Set the skip ratio
While listening to KME Light/ KMC file...
1 Press the volume knob to enter
2 Turn the volume knob to select
press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select
press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then
press the knob.
0.5%
(default)/ 1%/ 5%/
when searching for a song.
(Holding 4 / ¢ skips songs at 10% regardless
of the setting made.)
5 Press and hold to exit.
.
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[FUNCTION]
[SETTINGS]
[SKIPSRCH]
10%
: Sets the skip ratio
.
, then
, then
AUX
Preparation:
Select
[AUX ON]
for
[AUX SET]
. (➜ 4)
Start listening
1 Connect a portable audio player (commercially
available).
Auxiliary input jack
3.5 mm (1/8") stereo mini plug with “L” shaped
connector (commercially available)
2 Press SRC to select AUX.
3 Turn on the portable audio player and start
playback.
Set the AUX name
While listening to AUX...
1 Press the volume knob to enter
2 Turn the volume knob to select
press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select
press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then
press the knob.
AUX
(default)/
DVD/ PORTABLE/ GAME/ VIDEO/ TV
5 Press and hold to exit.
Portable audio
player
[FUNCTION]
[SETTINGS]
[AUX NAME]
.
, then
, then
DISPLAY SETTINGS
1 Press the volume knob to enter
2 Turn the volume knob to select
press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see
the table below), then press the knob.
Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or
activated.
4 Press and hold to exit.
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press .
DISPLAY
DISP DIMDIM ON: Dims the display illumination. ;
DIM OFF: Cancels.
TEXTSCRLSCL AUTO/ SCL ONCE: Selects whether to
scroll the display information automatically, or
scroll only once. ; SCL OFF: Cancels.
Muting upon the reception of a phone call
Connect the MUTE wire to your telephone using a
commercial telephone accessory.
When a call comes in, “CALL” appears.
• The audio system pauses.
• To continue listening to the audio system during a
call, press SRC. “CALL” disappears and the audio
system resumes.
When the call ends, “CALL” disappears.
• The audio system resumes.
[FUNCTION]
[SETTINGS]
(➜ 11)
.
, then
Default:
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AUDIO SETTINGS
While listening to any source...
1 Press AUDIO to select
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press the knob. Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected or activated.
3 Press and hold to exit.
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press .
SW LEVEL–15 to +15 (0): Adjusts the subwoofer output level.
BASS LVL
–8 to +8 (0):
MID LVL
–8 to +8 (0):
TRE LVL
–8 to +8 (0):
EQ
B. BOOST
LOUDNESS
BALANCE
FADER
SW SET
DTIL SET
LPF SW
SW PHASEPHAS REV (180°)/ PHAS NML (0°):Selects the phase of the subwoofer output to be in line with
SPRM SET
V-OFFSET
(Default: 0)
•
[SW LEVEL]/ [SW SET]/ [LPF SW]/ [SW PHASE]
•
[SW LEVEL]/ [LPF SW]/ [SW PHASE]
NATURAL/ USER/ ROCK/ POPS/ EASY/ TOP40/ JAZZ/ POWERFUL: Selects a preset equalizer suitable to the music genre. (Select [USER] to use the customized bass, middle, and treble settings.)
BB-L LV1/ BB-L LV2/ BB-L LV3
LOUD LV1/ LOUD LV2: Selects your preferred low and high frequencies boost to produce a well-
balanced sound at a low volume level. ; LOUD OFF: Cancels.
BAL L15 to BAL R15 (0): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.
FAD R15 to FAD F15 (0): Adjusts the rear and front speaker output balance.
SW ON: Turns on the subwoofer output. ; SW OFF: Cancels.
LPF THRU: All signals are sent to the subwoofer. ;
frequencies lower than 85 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 160 Hz are sent to the subwoofer.
the speaker output for optimum performance. (Selectable only if a setting other than [LPF THRU] is
selected for [LPF SW].)
SPRM ON: Creates realistic sound by interpolating the high-frequency components that are lost in
MP3/WMA audio compression. ; SPRM OFF: Cancels. (Selectable only when playing back an MP3/
WMA disc or a USB device.)
–8 to +8 (for AUX) ; –8 to 0 (for other sources): Presets the volume adjustment level of each source.
(Before adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.)
[AUD CTRL]
.
Adjusts the level to memorize for each source. (Before making an adjustment,
select the source you want to adjust.)
: Selects your preferred bass boost level. ;
LPF
is selectable only if
is selectable only if
[SW SET]
85H/
LPF
[SWPRE]
is set to
120H/
[SW ON]
BB-L OFF
LPF
is set to
Default:
: Cancels.
160H: Audio signals with
[SWPRE SW]
.
. (➜ 4)
MORE INFORMATION
General
• This unit can only play the following CDs:
• 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/
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Playable files
• Playable Audio file: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma)
• Playable disc media: CD-R/RW/ROM
• Playable disc file formats: ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name.
• Playable USB device file system: FAT16, FAT32
Although the audio files are complied with the standards listed above, playback
maybe impossible depending on the types or conditions of media or device.
Unplayable discs
• Discs that are not round.
• Discs with coloring on the recording surface or discs that are dirty.
• Recordable/ReWritable discs that have not been finalized.
• 8 cm CD. Attempting to insert using an adapter may cause malfunction.
About USB devices
• This unit can play MP3/WMA files stored on a USB mass storage class device.
• You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub and Multi Card Reader.
• Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5 m may result in abnormal
playback.
• This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose rating is other than 5 V and exceeds
1 A.
About “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and “KENWOOD Music
Control”
• This unit supports the PC application “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and Android™
application “KENWOOD Music Control.”
• When you use an audio file with database information added using the “KENWOOD
Music Editor Light” or “KENWOOD Music Control,” you can search for a file by title,
album or artist name using Music Search.
• “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and “KENWOOD Music Control” are available from
the following web site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SymptomRemedySound cannot be heard.• Adjust the volume to the optimum level.
“PROTECT” appears and no
operations can be done.
• Sound cannot be heard.
• The unit does not turn on.
• Information shown on the
display is incorrect.
The unit does not work at all.
• Radio reception is poor.
• Static noise while listening
to the radio.
“NA FILE” appears.“NO DISC” appears. Insert a playable disc into the loading slot.
“TOC ERR” appears. Make sure the disc is clean and inserted properly.
“PLS EJCT” appears. Reset the unit. If this does not solve the problem, consult your
Disc cannot be ejected. Press and hold 0 to forcibly eject the disc. Be careful not to drop
“READ ERR” appears.
“NO DVICE” appears. Connect a USB device, and change the source to USB again.
“COPY PRO” appears. A copy-protected file is played.
“NO MUSIC” appears. Connect a USB device that contains playable audio files.
“NA DVICE” appears. Connect a supported USB device, and check the connections.
“USB ERR” appears.• Remove the USB device, turn the unit off, then turn it on again.
Noise is generated. Skip to another track or change the disc.
Tracks do not play back as you
have intended them to play.
“READING” keeps flashing. Do not use too many hierarchical levels or folders.
Elapsed playing time is not
correct.
Correct characters are not
displayed (e.g. album name).
• Check the cords and connections.
Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker wires are insulated
properly, then reset the unit. If this does not solve the problem,
consult your nearest service center.
Clean the connectors. (➜ 2)
Reset the unit. (➜ 3)
• Connect the antenna firmly.
• Pull the antenna out all the way.
➜
Make sure the disc contains supported audio files. (
nearest service center.
the disc when it is ejected. If this does not solve the problem,
reset the unit. (➜ 3)
Copy the files and folders onto the USB device again. If this does not
solve the problem, reset the USB device or use another USB device.
• Try to connect another USB device.
Playback order is determined when files are recorded.
This is caused by how the tracks are recorded.
This unit can only display uppercase letters, numbers, and a
limited number of symbols.
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SPECIFICATIONS
FM Frequency Range
Usable Sensitivity (S/N = 26 dB)11.2 dBf (1.0 μV/75 Ω)
Quieting Sensitivity (DIN S/N = 46 dB)
Frequency Response (±3 dB)30 Hz to 15 kHz
Tuner
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (MONO)63 dB
Stereo Separation (1 kHz)40 dB
AM Frequency Range530 kHz to 1 700 kHz (10 kHz space)
Usable Sensitivity (S/N = 20 dB)31 dBμ (36 μV)
Laser DiodeGaAIAs
Digital Filter (D/A)8 times over sampling
D/A Converter24 Bit
Spindle Speed500 rpm to 200 rpm (CLV)
Wow & FlutterBelow measurable limit
Frequency Response (±1 dB)20 Hz to 20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz)0.01 %
CD player
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1 kHz)105 dB
Dynamic Range90 dB
MP3 DecodeCompliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA DecodeCompliant with Windows Media Audio
USB StandardUSB 1.1, USB 2.0 (Full speed)
Maximum Supply CurrentDC 5 V
File SystemFAT16/ 32
USB
MP3 DecodeCompliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA DecodeCompliant with Windows Media Audio
Maximum Output Power50 W × 4
Full Bandwidth Power22 W × 4 (at less than 1 % THD)
Speaker Impedance4 Ω to 8 Ω
Tone ActionBass100 Hz ±8 dB
Frequency Response (±3 dB)20 Hz to 20 kHz
Input Maximum Voltage1 200 mV
Auxiliary
Input Impedance10 kΩ
Operating Voltage14.4 V (11 V to 16 V allowable)
Maximum Current Consumption10 A
Installation Size (W × H × D)182 mm × 53 mm × 160 mm
General
Weight
KDC-105U
KDC-MP105U
KDC-105U
KDC-MP105U
Subject to change without notice.
87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz space)
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (50 kHz space)
19.2 dBf (2.5 μV/75 Ω)
1 A
Middle1 kHz ±8 dB
Treble12.5 kHz ±8 dB
(7-3/16" × 2-1/8" × 6-5/16")
2.7 lbs (1.2 kg)
2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)
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Warning
• The unit can only be used with a 12 V DC power supply, negative
ground.
• Disconnect the battery’s negative terminal before wiring and
mounting.
• Do not connect Battery wire (yellow) and Ignition wire (red) to the car
chassis or Ground wire (black) to prevent a short circuit.
• Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape to prevent a short circuit.
• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation.
Caution
• For safety’s sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult
the car audio dealer.
• Install this unit in the console of your vehicle. Do not touch the metal
parts of this unit during and shortly after use of the unit. Metal parts
such as the heat sink and enclosure become hot.
• Do not connect the · wires of speaker to the car chassis, Ground wire
(black), or in parallel.
• Mount the unit with the angle of 30º or less.
• If your vehicle wiring harness does not have the ignition terminal,
connect Ignition wire (red) to the terminal on the vehicle’s fuse box
which provides 12 V DC power supply and is turned on and off by the
ignition key.
INSTALLATION / CONNECTION
• After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps, blinkers,
wipers, etc. on the car are working properly.
• If the fuse blows, first make sure the wires are not touching car’s
chassis, then replace the old fuse with one that has the same rating.
Basic procedure
1 Remove the key from the ignition switch, then
disconnect the · terminal of the car battery.
2 Connect the wires properly. See Wiring connection.
(➜ 11)
3 Install the unit to your car. See Installing the unit (in-dash mounting).
4 Reconnect the · terminal of the car battery.
5 Reset the unit.
(➜ 3)
Installating the unit (in-dash mounting)
Hook on the top side
Orientate the trim plate as
illustrated before fitting.
When installing without the mounting sleeve
1
Remove the mounting sleeve and trim plate from
the unit.
2 Align the holes in the unit (on both sides) with the
vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with
the supplied screws.
How to remove the unit
1 Detach the faceplate.
2 Fit the catch pin on the extraction
keys into the holes on both sides of
the trim plate, then pull it out.
3 Insert the extraction keys deeply into
the slots on each side, then follow
the arrows as shown on the right.
Do the required
➜
11)
wiring. (
Dashboard of
your car
Bend the appropriate tabs to hold
the mounting sleeve firmly in place.
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