• “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.
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 or iPod/iPhone 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING 12
INSTALLATION / CONNECTION 13
SPECIFICATIONS 16
How to read this manual
• Operations explained mainly using
buttons on the faceplate.
[XX]
indicates the selected items.
•
• (➜
XX)
indicates references are available
on the stated page number.
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.
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BASICS
Remote sensor (Do not
expose to bright sunlight.)
Display window
KMM-U156
Detach button
Volume knob
(turn/press)
* Not used.
How to replace the battery
Pull out the insulation sheet
when using for the first time.
How to resetAttachDetach
Your preset adjustments
will also be erased.
ToDo this (on the faceplate)Do this (on the remote control)
Turn on the powerPress LSRC.
• Press and hold to turn off the
power.
Adjust the volumeTurn the volume knob.Press VOL
Select a sourcePress LSRC repeatedly.Press SRC repeatedly.
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.
Change the display
information
Press SCRL DISP repeatedly.
• Press and hold to scroll the
current display information.
( not available )
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GETTING STARTED
1
Cancel the demonstration
When you turn on the power (or after you reset the unit), the display shows:
“CANCEL DEMO” \ “PRESS” \ “VOLUME KNOB”
1 Press the volume knob.
[YES]
is selected for the initial setup.
2 Press the volume knob again.“DEMO OFF” appears.
2
Set the clock
1 Press the volume knob to enter
2 Turn the volume knob to select
3 Turn the volume knob to select
4 Turn 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]
[CLOCK ADJ]
.
, then press the knob.
, 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 SET]
.
, then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then press the
knob.
5 Press and hold to exit.
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press .
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GETTING STARTED
Default:
PRESET TYPENORM: Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band (FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ SW1/
KEY BEEP
TDF ALARM
BUILTIN AUX
SWITCH PRE
SP SELECT
F/W UPDATE
F/W UP xx.xx
SW2). ; MIX: Memorizes one station for each preset button regardless of the selected band.
ON: Activates the keypress tone. ; OFF: Deactivates.
ON: Activates the alarm if you forgot to detach the faceplate when ACC is set to OFF. ;
OFF: Deactivates.
ON: Enables AUX in source selection. ; OFF: Disables. (➜ 8)
REAR/ SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out
terminals on the rear (through an external amplifier).
OFF/ 5/4/ 6 × 9/6/ OEM: Selects according to the speaker size (5 inches or 4 inches, 6×9 inches
or 6 inches) or OEM speakers for optimum performance.
YES: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; NO: Cancels (upgrading is not activated).
For details on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/
3 Press 4/¢ (or press 4 / ¢ (+) on RC-406) 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) (or press one of the
number buttons (1 to 6) on RC-406).
AM– / #FM+ on RC-406) to select FM1/ FM2/ FM3/ MW/ SW1/
*
XX
Change the frequency steps
You can change the frequency step from 50 kHz to 200 kHz for FM and 9 kHz to 10 kHz for MW.
1 Press and hold LSRC to turn off the power.
2 While pressing number buttons 1 and 5 iPod (or 5), press LSRC. 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)
1 Press
AM– / #FM+ to select a band.
*
2 Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning. “– – – • –” (for FM), “– – – –” (for MW/ SW1) or “– – – – –” (for SW2) appears on the display.
3 Press the number buttons to enter a frequency.
4 Press ENT 38 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
.
[FUNCTION]
[SETTINGS]
.
, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then press the knob.
4 Press and hold to exit.
Default:
LOCAL SEEKON: Searches only MW/ SW1/ SW2 stations with good reception. ; OFF: Cancels.
SEEK MODE
AUTO MEMORY
MONO SET
Selects the tuning method for the
AUTO1: Automatically searches for a station. ; AUTO2: Searches for a preset station. ;
MANUAL: Manually search for a station.
YES: Automatically starts memorizing 6 stations with good reception. ; NO: Cancels. (Selectable only
if [NORM] is selected for [PRESET TYPE].) (➜ 5)
ON: Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect may be lost. ; OFF: Cancels.
4
/ ¢ buttons.
USB / iPod
Start playback
USB
USB input terminalUSB input terminal
CA-U1EX (max.: 500 mA)
(optional accessory)
iPod/iPhone (for
KMM-U256
)
XX
The source changes to USB and playback starts.
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.
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15)
KCA-iP102 (optional accessory)
The source changes to iPod and playback
starts (depending on the status of the
connected device).
Press 5iPod to select the control mode
while in iPod source.
MODE ON:
the unit.
*1 You can still control play/pause, file
From the iPod
selection, fast-forward or reverse files
from the unit.
Reverse/Fast-forward Press and hold 4 / ¢ (or 4 / ¢ (+) on RC-406).
Select a file from a
3
*
list
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.
• iPod or KENWOOD Music Editor Light (KME Light)/ KENWOOD Music
Control (KMC) file
ARTISTS, ALBUMS, SONGS, PODCASTS
2
*
: Select the desired file from the list (PLAYLISTS,
3
*
, GENRES, COMPOSERS
• To return to the root folder (or first file), press number button 5 iPod
or 5.
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press
.
• To cancel, press and hold .
2*3
• To skip songs
2
*
Only for files registered in the database created with KME Light/ KMC. (➜
3
*
Only for iPod: Applicable only when
*
at a specific ratio, press 4 / ¢. (➜
[MODE OFF]
is selected.
11)
USB / iPod
3
*
).
8)
Repeat play
(iPod source: Applicable only when
[MODE OFF]
is selected.)
Press 4
repeatedly.
• MP3/WMA file:
FILE REPEAT, FOLD REPEAT, REPEAT OFF
• iPod or KME Light/ KMC file:
FILE REPEAT, REPEAT OFF
Random play
(iPod source: Applicable only when
[MODE OFF]
is selected.)
• Press
repeatedly to select
“FOLD RANDOM” or “RANDOM OFF.”
• Press and hold
to select “ALL RANDOM.”
Direct Music Search (using RC-406)
1 Press DIRECT.
2 Press the number buttons to enter a file
number.
3 Press 4 / ¢ (+) to search for music.
• To cancel, press .
• Not available if Random Play is selected.
• Not applicable for iPod, KME Light/ KMC file.
(➜ 11)
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USB / iPod
Select a song by name (for
While listening to iPod...
KMM-U256
)
1 Press .
2 Turn the volume knob to select a category,
then press the knob.
3 Press again.
4 Turn the volume knob to select the
character to be searched for.
5 Press 4 / ¢ to move to the entry
position.
You can enter up to three characters.
6 Press the volume knob to start searching.
7 Turn 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 iPod.
• To cancel, press and hold .
AUX
Preparation:
Select
[ON]
for
[BUILTIN AUX]
Start listening
1 Connect a portable audio player
(commercially available).
Auxiliary input jack
3.5 mm 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.
. (➜ 5)
Portable audio
player
Set the skip ratio
While listening to iPod (for
Light/ KMC file...
KMM-U256
) or KME
1 Press the volume knob to enter
[FUNCTION]
2 Turn the volume knob to select
then press the knob.
.
[SETTINGS]
3 Turn the volume knob to select
[SKIP SEARCH]
, then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection,
then press the knob.
0.5%
(default)/ 1%/ 5%/
ratio when searching for a song.
10%
: Sets the skip
(Holding 4 / ¢ skips songs at 10%
regardless of the setting made.)
5 Press and hold to exit.
Set the AUX name
While listening to AUX...
1 Press the volume knob to enter
[FUNCTION]
2 Turn the volume knob to select
then press the knob.
.
[SETTINGS]
3 Turn the volume knob to select
[AUX NAME]
, then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection,
then press the knob.
AUX
(default)/
TV
DVD/ PORTABLE/ GAME/ VIDEO
5 Press and hold to exit.
,
,
/
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DISPLAY 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 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 hierarchy, press .
DISPLAY
DISP DIMMERON: Dims the display illumination. ; OFF: Cancels.
TEXT SCROLLAUTO/ ONCE: Selects whether to scroll the display information automatically, or scroll only once. ;
OFF: Cancels.
[FUNCTION]
[SETTINGS]
.
, then press the knob.
Default:
AUDIO SETTINGS
While listening to any source...
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 following table), then press the knob. Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or activated.
4 Press and hold to exit.
(or using RC-406)
1 Press AUD to enter
[AUDIO CTRL]
2 Press 5/∞ to make a selection, then press ENT38.
[FUNCTION]
[AUDIO CTRL]
.
.
, then press the knob.
XX
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press .
SUB-W LEVEL–15 to +15 (0): Adjusts the subwoofer output level.
BASS LEVEL–8 to +8 (+8):
MID LEVEL
TRE LEVEL–8 to +8 (+3):
–8 to +8 (+2):
Adjusts the level to memorize for each source. (Before making an adjustment,
select the source you want to adjust.)
Default:
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AUDIO SETTINGS
EQ PRO
BASS ADJUSTBASS C FRQ60/ 80/ 100/ 200: Selects the center frequency.
BASS LEVEL
BASS Q FCTR
BASS EXTEND
MID ADJUSTMID C FRQ0.5K/ 1.0K/ 1.5K/ 2.5K: Selects the center frequency.
MID LEVEL
MID Q FCTR0.75/ 1.00/ 1.25: Adjusts the quality factor.
TRE ADJUSTTRE C FRQ10.0K/ 12.5K/ 15.0K/ 17.5K: Selects the center frequency.
LOUDNESSLOUD LV1/ LOUD LV2: Selects your preferred low and high frequencies boost to produce a well-
BALANCEL15 to R15 (0): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.
FADERR15 to F15 (0): Adjusts the rear and front speaker output balance.
SUB-W SETON: Turns on the subwoofer output. ; OFF: Cancels.
DETAIL SET
LPF SUB-WTHROUGH: All signals are sent to the subwoofer. ; 85HZ/ 120HZ/ 160HZ: Audio signals with
SUB-W PHASE REV (180°)/ NORM (0°):Selects the phase of the subwoofer output to be in line with the speaker
SUPREME SET ON: Creates realistic sound by interpolating the high-frequency components that are lost in audio
VOL OFFSET
(Default: 0)
suitable to the music genre. (Select [USER] to use the customized bass, middle, and treble
settings.)
OFF: Cancels.
balanced sound at a low volume level. ; OFF: Cancels.
frequencies lower than 85 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 160 Hz are sent to the subwoofer.
output for optimum performance. (Selectable only if a setting other than [THROUGH] is selected
for [LPF SUB-W].)
compression. ; OFF: Cancels. (Selectable only when playing back 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.)
–8 to +8 (+8): Adjusts the level.
1.00/ 1.25/ 1.50/ 2.00: Adjusts the quality factor.
• Playable USB device file system: FAT12, 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.
About USB devices
• This unit can play MP3/WMA/FLAC/WAV 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.
• For the latest compatible list and software
versions of iPhone/iPod, 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 the correct title, etc.
• You cannot operate iPod if “KENWOOD” or
“
” is displayed on iPod.
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 from the following
web site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with
or without modification, are permitted provided that the
following conditions are met:
- Redistributions of source code must retain the above
copyright notice, this list of conditions and the
following disclaimer.
- Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the
above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the
following disclaimer in the documentation and/or
other materials provided with the distribution.
- Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor the
names of its contributors may be used to endorse or
promote products derived from this software without
specific prior written permission.
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT
HOLDERS AND ONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE
DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR
CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS
OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION)
HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY,
WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT
(INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN
ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SymptomRemedy
Sound 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. Make sure the media contains supported audio files.
“READ ERROR” appears. Copy the files and folders onto the USB device again. If this does not solve the
“NO DEVICE” 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 DEVICE” appears. Connect a supported USB device, and check the connections.
“USB ERROR” appears.• Remove the USB device, turn the unit off, then turn it on again.
“iPod ERROR” appears.• Reconnect the iPod.
“READING” keeps flashing. Do not use too many hierarchical levels or folders.
The number of songs
contained in the “SONGS”
category of this unit is different
from the iPod/iPhone.
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. (
Reset the unit. (
• Connect the antenna firmly.
• Pull the antenna out all the way.
problem, reset the USB device or use another USB device.
• Try to connect another USB device.
• Reset the iPod.
Podcast files are not counted on this unit as this unit does not support the
playback of podcast files.
This unit can only display uppercase letters, numbers, and a limited number of
symbols.
➜
12)
➜
3)
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.
12
Connector (on the reverse side
of the faceplate)
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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 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.
• 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.
Part list for installation
A
Faceplate
E
Extraction key
B
Mounting sleeve
C
Trim plate
D
Wiring harness
( ×1 )
( ×1 )
( ×1 )
( ×1 )
F
Flat head screw
G
Round head screw
( ×2 )
( ×4 )
( ×4 )
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INSTALLATION / CONNECTION
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.
3 Install 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)
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.
(➜ 15)
)
Bend the appropriate tabs
to hold the mounting sleeve
firmly in place.
Do the required
wiring. (➜ 15)
Dashboard of
your car
How to remove the unit
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Wiring connection
INSTALLATION / CONNECTION
Fuse (10 A)Rear/subwoofer output
To front speaker (left)
To front speaker (right)
To rear speaker (left)
To rear speaker (right)
Ignition switch
Car fuse box
Battery
Car fuse box
Black (Ground wire)
To the metallic body or
chassis of the car
White
White/Black
Gray/Black
Green
Green/Black
Purple
Purple/Black
Red
(Ignition wire)
Yellow
(Battery wire)
Gray
RL
REAR/SW
Rear ground terminal
Antenna terminal
If no connections are made, do not let the wire come
out from the tab.
Light blue/
Yellow
(Steering
STEERING WHEEL
REMOTE INPUT
REMOTE CONT
To the steering wheel
remote control adapter
remote control
wire)
Blue
(Antenna
ANT CONT
To the antenna control
terminal in the vehicle
control wire)
To the power control
Blue/White
(Power control
wire)
P. CONT
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
Brown
(Mute control
wire)
MUTE
telephone rings or during
conversation. (To connect
the Kenwood navigation
system, refer your
navigation manual.)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Subject to change without notice.
FM Frequency Range87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (50 kHz space)
• “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.