KDC-U359W KDC-U359B KDC-U259B KDC-U259R
KDC-U259G KDC-U2259R KDC-U259A KDC-U2359G KDC-U2059
KDC-U2159B
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
•“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.
•Lightning is a trademark of Apple Inc.
•Android is trademark of Google Inc.
© 2013 JVC KENWOOD Corporation |
GET0962-002B (MN/M2N) |
CONTENTS
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BEFORE USE |
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BASICS |
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GETTING STARTED |
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RADIO |
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CD / USB / iPod |
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AUX |
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AUDIO SETTINGS |
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DISPLAY SETTINGS |
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MORE INFORMATION |
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TROUBLESHOOTING |
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INSTALLATION / |
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CONNECTION |
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SPECIFICATIONS |
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How to read this manual
•Operations are explained mainly using buttons on the faceplate.
•[XX] indicates the selected items.
•( XX) indicates references are available on the stated page.
BEFORE USE
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 accidents.
•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 or iPod/iPhone if it might hinder safe driving.
•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 the battery out of reach of children and in its original packaging when not in used. Dispose of used batteries promptly. If swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
Maintenance
Cleaning the unit: Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicone or soft cloth.
Cleaning the connector: Detach the faceplate and clean the connector gently with a cotton swab, 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 silicone 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 |
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Attach |
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How to reset |
Your preset adjustments will also be erased.
Remote control (RC-406) (supplied for KDC-U359W /
KDC-U359B / KDC-U259B / KDC-U259R / KDC-U259G / KDC-U259A / KDC-U2059 )
KDC-U2159B / KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G can also be remotely controlled with an optionally purchased remote control.
Remote sensor (Do not expose to bright sunlight.)
How to replace the battery
* Not used.
Pull out the insulation sheet when using for the first time.
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Turn on the power |
Press L SRC. |
Press and hold SRC to turn off the power. |
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Adjust the volume |
Turn the volume knob. |
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Press ATT during playback to attenuate the sound. |
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Select a source |
Press L SRC repeatedly. |
Press SRC repeatedly. |
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GETTING STARTED
1Select the display language and cancel the demonstration
When you turn on the power (or after you reset the unit), the display shows:
•For KDC-U2159B / KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G : “SEL LANGUAGE” “PRESS”
“VOLUME KNOB”
•For other models: “CANCEL DEMO” “PRESS”
“VOLUME KNOB”: Proceed to step 2.
1Turn the volume knob to select [ENG] (English) or [RUS] (Russian), then press the knob.
[ENG] is selected for the initial setup.
Then, the display shows: “CANCEL DEMO” “PRESS”
“VOLUME KNOB”
2Press the volume knob.
[YES] is selected for the initial setup.
3Press the volume knob again.
“DEMO OFF” appears.
2Set the clock
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK], then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK ADJUST], then press the knob.
4Turn the volume knob to make the settings, then press the knob.
Day Hour
Minute
5 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK FORMAT], then press the knob.
6 Turn the volume knob to select [12H] or [24H], then press the knob.
7Press and hold to exit.
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1 Press and hold DISP SCRL to enter clock adjustment mode directly while in clock display screen.
2 Turn the volume knob to make the settings, then press the knob.
Day Hour
Minute
To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
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Set the initial settings
1 Press SRC to enter STANDBY.
2For [AUDIO CONTROL]: Press AUDIO to enter [AUDIO CONTROL].
For [TUNER SETTING] and [SYSTEM]: Press the volume knob to enter
[FUNCTION].
3Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then press the knob.
4 Press and hold to exit.
To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
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SWITCH PREOUT |
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SP SELECT |
OFF/ 5/4/ 6 × 9/6/ OEM: Selects according to the speaker size (5 inches |
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GETTING STARTED RADIO
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Supported band:
For KDC-U2159B / KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G : FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ LW For other models: FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ SW1/ SW2
Search for a station
1 Press L SRC to select TUNER.
2 PressBAND repeatedly (or press *AM– / #FM+ on RC-406) to select the band. 3 Press
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•To change the searching method for /
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SEEK repeatedly.
AUTO1: Automatically search for a station. AUTO2: Automatically search for a preset station. MANUAL: Manually 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) (or press one of the number buttons (1 to 6) on RC-406).
Change the frequency steps (Except for KDC-U2159B / KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G )
You can change the frequency step of: FM: 50 kHz to 200 kHz
MW: 9 kHz to 10 kHz
1 Press and hold L SRC to turn off the power.
2 While pressing number buttons 1 and 5, press L SRC.
Release your fingers from the buttons after the display appears.
•To restore the initial setting, repeat the same procedure.
•When the frequency step is changed, the previously stored stations in the memory are deleted.
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RADIO
Direct Access Tuning (using RC-406)
1Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning.
“– – – • –” (for FM), “– – – –” (for MW/ LW/ SW1) or “– – – – –” (for SW2) appears on the display.
2Press the number buttons to enter a frequency.
3 Press ENT to search for a station.
•To cancel, press or DIRECT.
•If no operation is done for 10 seconds after step 2, Direct Access Tuning is automatically canceled.
Other settings
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then press the knob.
3 Press and hold to exit.
To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
Default: XX
TUNER SETTING
LOCAL SEEK ON: Searches only stations with good reception. (For KDC-U2159B /
KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G : FM stations only. ; For other models: MW/ SW1/ SW2 stations only.) ; OFF: Cancels.
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*Default setting:
For KDC-U2159B / KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G :
ON ; For other models: OFF
•[MONO SET]/ [NEWS SET]/ [REGIONAL]/ [AF SET]/
[TI]/ [PTY SEARCH] is selectable only when the band is FM1/ FM2/ FM3.
•Available Program Type:
SPEECH: NEWS, AFFAIRS, INFO (information), SPORT, EDUCATE, DRAMA, CULTURE, SCIENCE, VARIED, WEATHER, FINANCE, CHILDREN, SOCIAL, RELIGION, PHONE IN, TRAVEL, LEISURE, DOCUMENT
MUSIC: POP M (music), ROCK M (music), EASY M
(music), LIGHT M (music), CLASSICS,
OTHER M (music), JAZZ, COUNTRY,
NATION M (music), OLDIES, FOLK M (music) The unit will search for the Program Type categorized under [SPEECH] or [MUSIC] if selected.
•If the volume is adjusted during reception of traffic information, alarm or news bulletin, the adjusted volume is memorized automatically. It will be applied the next time traffic information, alarm or news bulletin function is turned on.
Muting upon the reception of a phone call
Connect the MUTE wire to your telephone using a commercial telephone accessory.
( 13, 14)
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.)
CD / USB / iPod
Start playback
The source changes automatically and playback starts.
CD
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USB
USB input terminal
CA-U1EX (max.: 500 mA) (optional accessory)
iPod/iPhone (for KDC-U359W / KDC-U359B )
USB input terminal
KCA-iP102 (optional accessory)
Press 5 iPod to select the control mode while in iPod source.
MODE ON: From the iPod*1. MODE OFF: From the unit.
KDC-U359W
KDC-U359B
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Select a track/file |
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•Audio CD: TRACK REPEAT, REPEAT OFF
•MP3/WMA/WAV file or iPod: FILE REPEAT, FOLDER REPEAT, REPEAT OFF
•KENWOOD Music Editor Light (KME Light)/ KENWOOD Music Control (KMC) file ( 11): FILE REPEAT, REPEAT OFF
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•Audio CD: DISC RANDOM, RANDOM OFF
•MP3/WMA/WAV file or iPod or KME Light/ KMC file: FOLDER RANDOM, RANDOM OFF
Press and hold 3 to select “ALL RANDOM”. *4
*1 You can still play/pause, file search, fast-forward or reverse files from the unit. *2 Only for MP3/WMA/WAV files. This does not work for iPod.
*3 For iPod: Applicable only when [MODE OFF] is selected. *4 For CD: Only for MP3/WMA files.
If you connect the iPod/iPhone to the USB input terminal of the unit (while listening to TuneIn, TuneIn Radio Pro or Aupeo), the unit will output the sound from these apps.
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CD / USB / iPod
Select a track/file from a list
For iPod: Applicable only when [MODE OFF] is selected. ( 7)
1 Press .
2Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
•MP3/WMA/WAV file: Select the desired folder, then a file.
•iPod or KME Light/ KMC file: Select the desired file from the list (PLAYLISTS, ARTISTS, ALBUMS, SONGS, PODCASTS*, GENRES, COMPOSERS*).
*Only for iPod.
•To return to the root folder (or first file), press number button 5.
•To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
•To cancel, press and hold .
If you have many files....
You can search through them quickly (on step 2 above) at a preset skip search ratio by pressing
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•See also “Set the skip search ratio.”
•Pressing and holding/
skip songs at the maximum ratio (10%) regardless of the setting made.
•For USB: Only for files registered in the database created with KME Light/ KMC.
•Not applicable for audio CD.
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Direct Music Search (using RC-406)
1 Press DIRECT.
2Press the number buttons to enter a track/ file number.
3 Press ENT to search for music.
•To cancel, press .
•Not available if Random Play is selected.
•Not applicable for iPod, KME Light/ KMC file.
Select a song by name
While listening to iPod...
1 Press .
2Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press the knob.
3Turn the volume knob quickly to enter character search.
4Turn the volume knob to select the character to be searched for.
5Press /
to move to the entry position.
You can enter up to 3 characters.
6 Press the volume knob to start searching.
7Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
Repeat step 7 until the desired item is selected.
•To search for a character other than A to Z and 0 to 9, enter only “*”.
•To return to the previous hierarchy, press .
•To return to the top menu, press number button 5.
•To cancel, press and hold .
Set the skip search ratio
While listening to iPod or KME Light/ KMC file...
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2Turn the volume knob to select [USB], then press the knob.
3Turn the volume knob to select [SKIP SEARCH], then press the knob.
4Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
0.5% (default)/ 1%/ 5%/ 10%: Skip search ratio over the total files.
5 Press and hold to exit.
Change the USB drive
When a smartphone (Mass Storage Class) is connected to the USB input terminal, you can select its internal memory or external memory (such as an SD card) to playback the stored songs. You can also select the desired drive to playback when a multiple drives device is connected.
Press number button 5 repeatedly to select the desired drive.
(or)
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2Turn the volume knob to select [USB], then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [MUSIC DRIVE], then press the knob.
4Press the volume knob to select
[DRIVE CHANGE].
The next drive is selected automatically.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to select the following drives.
Selectable items: [DRIVE 1] to [DRIVE 5]
AUX
Preparation:
Select [ON] for [BUILT-IN AUX]. ( 5)
Start listening
1Connect a portable audio player (commercially available).
Auxiliary input jack
Portable audio 3.5 mm stereo mini plug with “L” player shaped connector (commercially
available)
2 Press SRC to select AUX.
3Turn on the portable audio player and start playback.
Set the AUX name
While listening to a portable audio player connected to the unit...
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2Turn the volume knob to select [SYSTEM], then press the knob.
3Turn the volume knob to select [AUX NAME SET], then press the knob.
4Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
AUX (default)/ DVD/ PORTABLE/ GAME/ VIDEO/ TV
5 Press and hold to exit.
AUDIO SETTINGS
While listening to any source...
1 Press AUDIO to enter [AUDIO CONTROL].
2Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then press the knob.
Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected or activated.
3Press and hold to exit.
(or using RC-406)
1 Press AUD to enter [AUDIO CONTROL].
2Press /
to make a selection, then press ENT
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To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
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MID |
MID CTR |
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FRQ |
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quality factor. |
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LOUDNESS |
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AUDIO SETTINGS DISPLAY SETTINGS
SUBWOOFER SET |
ON: Turns on the subwoofer output. ; |
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OFF: Cancels. |
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LPF SUBWOOFER |
THROUGH: All signals are sent to |
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160HZ: Audio signals with frequencies |
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SUB-W PHASE |
REVERSE (180°)/ |
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NORMAL (0°): Selects the phase of |
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FADER |
R15 to F15 (0): Adjusts the rear and |
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BALANCE |
L15 to R15 (0): Adjusts the left and |
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right speaker output balance. |
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VOLUME OFFSET |
–8 to +8 (for AUX) ; –8 to 0 (for |
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other sources): Presets the volume |
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SOUND RECNSTR |
ON: Creates realistic sound by |
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audio data compression. ; OFF: Cancels. |
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•[SUB-W LEVEL]/ [SUBWOOFER SET]/
[LPF SUBWOOFER]/ [SUB-W PHASE] is selectable only if [SWITCH PREOUT] is set to [SUB-W]. ( 4)
•[SUB-W LEVEL]/ [LPF SUBWOOFER]/ [SUB-W PHASE] is selectable only if [SUBWOOFER SET] is set to [ON].
1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2Turn the volume knob to select [DISPLAY], then press the knob.
3Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), 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 setting item or hierarchy, press .
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DIMMER |
ON: Dims the display illumination. ; |
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BRIGHTNESS |
LVL 0 — LVL 31: Selects your preferred |
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TEXT SCROLL |
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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 web site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/
Playable files
•Playable audio file: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma)
•Playable disc media: CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM
•Playable disc file format: ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Long file name.
•Playable USB device file system: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 Even when audio files comply with the standards listed above, playback may be 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/WAV files stored on a USB mass storage class device.
•You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub.
•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.
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MORE INFORMATION
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 play audio files with song data added using the KENWOOD Music Editor Light or KENWOOD Music Control, you can search for audio files by Genres, Artists, Albums, Playlists, and Songs.
•KENWOOD Music Editor Light and KENWOOD Music Control are available on the following web site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/
About iPod/iPhone
Made for
-iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th generation)
-iPod classic
-iPod nano (3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th generation)
-iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S, 5
•For the latest compatible list and software versions of iPhone/iPod, see: www.kenwood. com/cs/ce/ipod
•To connect devices featuring Lightning connector, both KCA-iP102 (optional accessory) and Apple Lightning to 30-pin Adapter (accessory of the iPod/iPhone) are required.
Do not leave the Apple Lightning to 30-pin Adapter inside the car to prevent damages caused by the hot temperature.
•You cannot operate iPod if “KENWOOD” or “” is displayed on iPod.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom |
Remedy |
Sound cannot be heard. |
• Adjust the volume to the |
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• Check the cords and connections. |
“PROTECT” appears and |
Check to be sure the terminals of |
no operations can be |
the speaker wires are insulated |
done. |
properly, then reset the unit. If |
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this does not solve the problem, |
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consult your nearest service |
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center. |
• Sound cannot be heard. |
Clean the connectors. ( 2) |
•The unit does not turn on.
•Information shown on the display is incorrect.
The unit does not work at |
Reset the unit. ( |
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all. |
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• Radio reception is poor. |
• Connect the antenna firmly. |
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• Static noise while |
• Pull the antenna out all the way. |
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listening to the radio. |
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“NA FILE” appears. |
Make sure the disc contains |
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supported audio files. ( 10) |
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“NO DISC” appears. |
Insert a playable disc into the |
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loading slot. |
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“TOC ERROR” appears. |
Make sure the disc is clean and |
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inserted properly. |
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“PLEASE EJECT” appears. |
Reset the unit. If this does not |
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solve the problem, consult your |
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nearest service center. |
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Disc cannot be ejected. |
Press and hold |
to forcibly eject |
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the disc. Be careful not to drop the |
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disc when it is ejected. If this does |
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“iPod ERROR” |
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Reconnect the iPod. |
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Reset the iPod. |
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“READING” keeps |
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[РУССКИЙ BКЛ]. ( 5) |
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INSTALLATION / CONNECTION
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 speakers to the car chassis or Ground wire (black), or connect them in parallel.
•Mount the unit at an angle of less than 30º.
•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.
•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
1Remove the key from the ignition switch, then disconnect the terminal of the car battery.
2Connect the wires properly.
See Wiring connection. ( 13, 14)
3Install the unit to your car.
See Installing the unit (in-dash mounting).
4 Connect the terminal of the car battery.
5 Reset the unit. ( 3)
Installing the unit (in-dash mounting)
Hook on the top side
Orientate the trim plate as illustrated before fitting.
Do the required wiring.
( 13, 14)
Dashboard of your car
Bend the appropriate tabs to hold the mounting sleeve firmly in place.
When installing without the mounting sleeve
(Except for KDC-U2159B / KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G )
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 screws (commercially available).
Use only the specified screws. Using wrong screws might damage the unit.
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.
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Wiring connection (for KDC-U2159B / KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G )
Front output
Rear/subwoofer output
Antenna terminal |
Fuse (10 A) |
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Connecting the ISO connectors on some VW/Audi or Opel (Vauxhall) automobiles
You may need to modify the wiring of the supplied wiring harness as illustrated below.
A7 (Red) |
Ignition wire (Red) |
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Yellow |
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A5 |
Blue/White |
: Power control |
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A7 |
Red |
: Ignition (ACC) |
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Black |
: Earth (ground) connection |
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Purple |
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Yellow (Battery wire) Red (Ignition wire)
Red (A7)
Yellow (A4)
If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab.
Light blue/yellow |
STEERING WHEEL |
REMOTE INPUT |
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REMOTE CONT |
control wire) |
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Blue/White |
ANT CONT |
(Power control wire/ |
P. CONT |
Antenna control wire) |
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(Mute control wire) |
MUTE |
To the steering wheel remote control adapter
To the power control terminal when using the optional power amplifier, or to the antenna control terminal in the vehicle.
To the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation. (To connect the Kenwood navigation system, consult your navigation manual.)
ISO connectors
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Wiring connection (for KDC-U359W / KDC-U359B / KDC-U259B / KDC-U259R / KDC-U259G / KDC-U259A / KDC-U2059 )
Front output
Rear/subwoofer output
Fuse (10 A)
Antenna terminal
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Light blue/yellow |
STEERING WHEEL |
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REMOTE CONT |
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Blue/White |
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To rear speaker (left) |
Green/Black |
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Purple To rear speaker (right) Purple/Black
Ignition switch
Car fuse box
Car fuse box
Battery
Red
(Ignition wire)
Yellow (Battery wire)
Black (Ground wire)
To the metallic body or chassis of the car
Brown
(Mute control wire)
To the terminal that is grounded when the telephone rings or during conversation. (To connect the Kenwood navigation system, refer your navigations manual.)
Part list for installation |
(A) Faceplate |
(B) Trim plate |
(C) Mounting sleeve |
(D) Wiring harness |
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KDC-U2259R / KDC-U2359G ) |
(for other models) |
(E) Extraction key |
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SPECIFICATIONS
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