Kenwood KDC-U3553 User Manual

KDC-U3553 KDC-3554UGM KDC-3554URM

CD-RECEIVER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CONTENTS

Safety

Safety 2

Preparation 3

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

Basic operations 4

Getting started 5

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

Listening to the radio 7

Changing the frequency steps

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Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

(for

Listening to a disc/ USB device 9

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

Listening to the other external components 10

Using the remote controller (RC-405) 10

Equipped for

Basic operations Direct Access Tuning Direct Music Search

Function settings 12

Troubleshooting 14

Installation/connection 15

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

Specifications 19

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.

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.

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.

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

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 16, 17)

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.

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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Basic operations

Loading slot Ejects the disc

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 :

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

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)

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

6 (

Selects the available sources (TUNER, USB, CD, AUX, STANDBY), if the

power is turned on.

• If the source is ready, playback also starts.

• “CD” is selectable only when 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.

Display window

USB terminal

Auxiliary input jack

Button General operation

Searches for radio station.

SCRL DISP

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.

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 Random Play. (page 9)

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

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.

[YES] 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 [NO] in

step 2, [DEMO MODE] appears and the display demonstration starts.

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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.

Continued...

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

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

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

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

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

OFF *: Cancels.

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

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

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

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

CD READ 1 *: Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD. ; 2:

SWITCH PRE REAR */ SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out terminals on the

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

F/W UP xx.xx YES *: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; NO:

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

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

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 a music CD. No

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