Kenwood KDC-U3053, KDC-U453, KDC-3054UM, KDC-U353 User Manual

KDC-U453 KDC-U3053 KDC-U353 KDC-3054UM

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CONTENTS

Safety 3

Preparation 4

How to attach/detach the faceplate How to reset your unit

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 7

Changing the frequency steps

)

Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

(for

Listening to the other external components 9

Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod 10

Start playing a disc Connecting a USB device Connecting an iPod Selecting a folder/track/file Selecting Repeat Play Selecting Random Play

Functions of

Selecting a song by alphabet Selecting App & iPod Control Mode Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

(for )

with iPod

Using the remote controller (RC-405) 12

Equipped for

Basic operations Direct Access Tuning Direct Music Search

Function settings 13

Troubleshooting 15

Installation/connection 17

Basic procedure Warning Caution Wiring connection Installing the unit Removing the unit

Specifications 21

Discs that cannot be used

Discs that are not round. Discs with coloring on the recording surface or discs

that are dirty.

You cannot play a Recordable/ReWritable disc that has

not been finalized. (For the finalization process refer to your disc writing software, and your disc recorder instruction manual.)

8 cm CD cannot be used. Attempt to insert using an

adapter can cause malfunction.

About compatible iPod/iPhone

Made for – iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation) – iPod classic – iPod with video – iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation) – iPhone 4 – iPhone 3GS – iPhone 3G – iPhone

For the latest compatible list and software version of

iPod/iPhone, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ipod

If you start playback after connecting the iPod, the

music that has been played by the iPod is played first.

In this case, “RESUMING” is displayed without

displaying a folder name, etc. Changing the browse item will display a correct title, etc.

You cannot operate iPod if “KENWOOD” or “✓”

displayed on iPod.

Safety

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

(max.: 500 mA) (optional accessory) is required for connecting a USB device.

You can connect an Apple iPod/iPhone

with .

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/

Remote controller (RC-405) is equipped for

can also be remotely

controlled with an optionally purchased remote controller.

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 connectors 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.

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 the rims from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc.

Connector (on the reverse side of the faceplate)

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Preparation

How to attach/detach the faceplate

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.

Basic operations

Loading slot Ejects the disc

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.

Display window

Reset button

Volume knob

Detaches the faceplate

The following indicator lights up when...

ST : A stereo broadcast is received (FM). IN : A disc is in the unit.

For :

RDS : Radio Data System service is available. TI : Traffic Information function is turned on.

USB terminal

Auxiliary input jack

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

Button General operation

Turns on. Turns off if pressed and held.

SRC

Volume knob

(turn)

Volume knob

(press)

(BAND)

1 (–) / 2 (+) Selects the previous/next folder.

6 (

SCRL DISP

AUDIO Enters [AUD CTRL] settings directly. (page 13)

5 (iPod)

Selects the available sources (TUNER, USB/ 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 items.

Confirms selection. Enters [FUNCTION] settings.

Selects the FM bands (FM1/ FM2/ FM3), MW/ SW1/ SW2, or MW/LW when

“TUNER” is selected as the source.

Enters Music Search mode.

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

Searches for radio station. 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.

Returns to the previous item. Exit from setting mode if pressed and held.

For :

Enters the controlling mode (MODE ON/ MODE OFF) for iPod playback. (page 11)

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Muting upon the reception of a phone call

To use this feature, connect the MUTE lead to your telephone using a commercial telephone accessory. (page 18, 19)

When a call comes in, “CALL” appears.

The audio system pauses. To continue listen to the audio system during a call, press

SRC. “CALL” disappear and the audio system resumes.

When a call ends, “CALL” disappear.

The audio system resumes.

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] \ [DEMO] \ [PRESS] \ [VOLUME] \ [KNOB]

Press the volume knob.

[ <Y>/ N ] is selected as the initial setup.

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

[Y/ <N>] in step 2, [DEMOMODE] appears and the display demonstration starts.

Setting the demonstration mode

Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.

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

Turn the volume knob to select [DEMO ON] or [DEMO OFF].

If [DEMO 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 [CLK ADJ], 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

Hold to finish the procedure.

¢ to move between the hour and minute adjustment.

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], then press to enter.

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

See table on page 7 for selection.

Hold to finish the procedure.

Item Selectable setting (Preset: *)

PRESET TYPE NML *: Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ LW/ SW1/

SW2). ; TYPE MIX: Memorizes one station for each preset button regardless of the selected band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ LW/ SW1/ SW2).

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

TDF-ALARM ALRM ON: Activates the alarm if you forgot to detach the faceplate when ACC is set to OFF. ;

ALRM OFF *: Cancels.

RUSSIAN RUS ON: Folder name, file name, song title, artist name, album name are displayed in Russian (if applicable). ;

RUS OFF *: Cancels.

OFF WAIT Sets the duration when the unit will automatically turns off (while in standby mode) to save the battery.

OFF ––– : Cancels ; OFF 20M *: 20 minutes ; OFF 40M: 40 minutes ; OFF 60M: 60 minutes

AUX SET AUX ON *: Enables “AUX” in source selection. Sound of the connected external component is produce through

the car speakers. ; AUX OFF: Disables “AUX” in source selection.

CD READ CD READ1 *: Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD. ; CD READ2:

SWPRE SWPRE R */ SWPRE SW: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out

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

F/W xx.xx <Y>/ N *: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; Y /<N>:

[TDF-ALARM] is selectable only for . [RUSSIAN/ OFF WAIT] is selectable only for . [SWPRE] is selectable only for .

a music CD. No sound can be heard if an audio file disc is played.

terminals on the rear of the unit (through an external amplifier).

Cancels (upgrading is not activated).

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

Forces to play as

Listening to the radio

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Hold for about 2 seconds to memorize the current station.

Press briefly to recall memorized station.

Press SRC to select “TUNER.”

Press (BAND) repeatedly to select a band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ LW/ SW1/ SW2).

“F1” / “F2” / “F3” / “MW” / “LW” / “S1” / “S2” appears on the display.

Press 4

¢ to search for a station.

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