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

© 2011 JVC KENWOOD Corporation

GET0747-001A (MW/M2W/M0/M20)

CONTENTS

Safety		3		Installation/connection			17
Preparation		4			Basic procedure
					Warning
How to attach/detach the faceplate
					Caution
How to reset your unit
					Wiring connection
Basic operations		4
					Installing the unit
					Removing the unit
Getting started		6
				Specifications			21
Canceling the display demonstration
Setting the demonstration mode
Adjusting the clock
Initial settings before operations				Discs that cannot be used
						Discs that are not round.
Listening to the radio		7
						Discs with coloring on the recording surface or discs
Changing the frequency steps (for						that are dirty.
	)					You cannot play a Recordable/ReWritable disc that has
Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings						not been finalized. (For the finalization process refer
Listening to the other external						to your disc writing software, and your disc recorder
components		9				instruction manual.)
						8 cm CD cannot be used. Attempt to insert using an
Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod		10
						adapter can cause malfunction.
Start playing a disc
				About compatible iPod/iPhone
Connecting a USB device
				Made for
Connecting an iPod (for	)
				– iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)
Selecting a folder/track/file
				– iPod classic
Selecting Repeat Play
				– iPod with video
Selecting Random Play
				– iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)
Functions of	with iPod
				– iPhone 4
Selecting a song by alphabet
				– iPhone 3GS
Selecting App & iPod Control Mode
				– iPhone 3G
Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings
				– iPhone
Using the remote controller (RC-405)		12
						For the latest compatible list and software version of
Equipped for						iPod/iPhone, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ipod
Basic operations						If you start playback after connecting the iPod, the
						music that has been played by the iPod is played first.
Direct Access Tuning						In this case, “RESUMING” is displayed without
Direct Music Search						displaying a folder name, etc. Changing the browse
Function settings		13				item will display a correct title, etc.
						You cannot operate iPod if “KENWOOD” or “ ”
Troubleshooting		15
						displayed on iPod.

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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 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.

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

Connector (on the reverse side of the faceplate)

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.

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Preparation

How to attach/detach the faceplate

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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.

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2	Reset button

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

Basic operations

Loading slot

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.

Display window

Ejects the disc

USB terminal

Auxiliary input jack

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

Button

General operation

Turns on.

Turns off if pressed and held.

SRC

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.

Volume knob						Adjusts the volume level.
(turn)						Selects items.
Volume knob						Confirms selection.
(press)						Enters [FUNCTION] settings.
(BAND)						Selects the FM bands (FM1/ FM2/ FM3), MW/ SW1/ SW2, or MW/LW when
						“TUNER” is selected as the source.
						Enters Music Search mode.
1 (–) / 2 (+)					Selects the previous/next folder.
6 (				)	Pauses/resumes playback of a disc/ USB device/ iPod.
						Searches for radio station.
4 / ¢						Selects track/file.
						Fast-forwards/reverses tracks if pressed and held.
						Changes the display information.
SCRL DISP						Scrolls the display information if pressed and held.
						Enters clock adjustment mode directly (page 6) if pressed and held while
						in clock display screen.
AUDIO					Enters [AUD CTRL] settings directly. (page 13)
						Returns to the previous item.
						Exit from setting mode if pressed and held.
					For		:
5 (iPod)					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.			When a call ends, “CALL”
	The audio system pauses.		disappear.
	To continue listen to the audio system during a call, press				The audio system resumes.
		SRC. “CALL” disappear and the audio system resumes.

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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]

1Press the volume knob.

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

2Press 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

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode.

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

3Turn 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.

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.

4Turn the volume knob to select [CLK ADJ], then press to enter.

Clock hour flashes on the display.

5Turn 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.

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], then press to enter.

4Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to confirm.

See table on page 7 for selection.

5 Hold to finish the procedure.

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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: Forces to play as
	a music CD. No sound can be heard if an audio file disc is played.
SWPRE	SWPRE R*/ SWPRE SW: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out
	terminals on the rear of the unit (through an external amplifier).
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>: Cancels (upgrading is not activated).
	For details on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/

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

Listening to the radio

Hold for about 2 seconds to memorize the current station.

Press briefly to recall memorized station.

1 Press SRC to select “TUNER.”

2Press (BAND) repeatedly to select a band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ LW/ SW1/ SW2).

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

3 Press 4 / ¢ to search for a station.

Continued...

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