Kenwood KDC-X891 Instruction Manual

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  • Kenwood KDC-X891 | Instruction Manual - Page 1
    CD-RECEIVER KDC-X891 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Take the time to read through this instruction manual. Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best performance from your new CD-receiver. For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the
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    Setting CD Read Setting Picture downloading Audio Preset Memory Audio Preset Recall Firmware version display Demonstration mode setting Basic Operations of remote control 44 Accessories/ Installation Procedure 46 Connecting Wires to Terminals 47 Installation 48 Troubleshooting Guide 50
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    wiring this product requires skills and experience. For safety's sake, leave the mounting and wiring work . • Do not place the faceplate (and the faceplate case) in areas exposed to direct Kenwood disc changers/ CD players. The functions you can use and the information that can be displayed
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    your Kenwood dealer to make sure that they work with your model and in your area. • We recommend the use of (page 35) to prevent theft. • The characters conforming to ISO 8859-1 character set can be displayed. • The RDS feature won't work where the service is not supported
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    MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), WAV (.wav) • Playable disc media CD-R/RW/ROM • Playable disc file format ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name. • Playable USB device USB mass storage class, iPod with KCA-iP200 • Playable USB device file system FAT16, FAT32 Although the audio files are
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    CD-R/CDRW recorder instruction manual.) 6 | English FCC WARNING This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user protection against
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    mode) Display "SAT" "TUNER" or "HD Radio" "USB" ("iPod") "Compact Disc" "CD Changer" "AUX" "AUX EXT" "STANDBY" ⁄ • When connection of the iPod is recognized, the source display changes from "USB" to "iPod". • Switch between SRC Select mode 1 and 2 in (page 36). • USB (iPod
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    the [SRC] button. Refer to (page 7). 2 Enter Audio Control mode Press the [VOL] knob. 3 Select the Basic Audio item to adjust Press Adjustment Item Display Range Rear Volume "REAR VOLUME" 0 - 35 Subwoofer level "SUB-W LEVEL" -15 - +15 System Q "USER"/"ROCK"/ User/Rock/
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    Item Bass Center Frequency Bass Q Factor Bass Extend Display Range "BASS FRQ" 40/50/60/70/80/ Refer to (page 7). 2 Enter Audio Setup mode Press the [VOL] knob for at least 1 Reverse (180°)/ Normal (0°) "VOL-OFFSET" -8 - ±0 (AUX: -8- +8) "LOUD" OFF/ON Dual Zone System "2
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    Wires to Terminals> (page 47). Function Control mode To set up various functions of this unit, select treestructured function items. 1 Enter Function Control mode 34). "Display Select" "DISP" Allows you to set up the display. Refer the CD and etc. audio file. Refer to
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    Changing the display mode. 1 Enter Display Type Selection mode Using the Control knob, select "DISP" > "TYPE". For the operation method, refer to (page 10). 2 Select the display Type Turn the Control knob. Select from the following display types: Display Mode Display "TYPE
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    to (page 41). 3 Exit Graphic Display Selection mode Press the Control knob. ⁄ • The setting of this function is available while "TYPE SELECT [A]"/ "TYPE SELECT [B]" is selected for the Display mode. Text Display Selection -Display Type B&E- Selecting the text display. 1 Enter
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    Text Display Selection - Display Type C&D- Changing the text display. 1 Enter Text Display Selection mode Using the Control knob, select "DISP" > "TEXT". For the operation method, refer to (page 10). 2 Select the text display part Push the Control knob towards up or down. The
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    "Comment" 34567 "Channel Number" 34 "Clock" 34567 "Date" 34567 "Blank" 567 Display Type B/ Display Type C/ Display Type D Font Color Selection Selecting the display font color. 1 Enter Font Color Selection mode Using the Control knob, select "DISP" > "COLOR". For the operation method, refer
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    Counter display can be reset by (page 17). 3 Exit G-Analyzer display selection mode Press the Control knob. G-Meter display (Text) G-Counter display * G-Graphic can be switched to customized pictures. Refer to (page 41). ⁄ • G-Graphic display Displays the
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    Reset the Count (While "Stop" is displayed) Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. ⁄ • You can reset of count when the count is stopped. 5 Exit G-Analyzer Stop Watch mode danger, push the control knob before starting the car. 4 To display the maximum power in the section Push the Control
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    1 Enter G-Analyzer Reset mode Using the Control knob, select "DISP" > "GMA" > "RESET". For the operation method, refer to (page 10). "G-RESET" is displayed. 2 Select the Reset item Turn the Control knob. Display "Meter Reset" "Power Reset" "Counter Reset" Setting Reset the
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    complete the weight input. 5 Exit G-Analyzer vehicle wight setup mode Press the Control knob. Display Type F In Standby mode G-Analyzer vehicle class setup Enter vehicle class to calculate horsepower. 1 Enter G-Analyzer vehicle class setup mode Using the Control knob, select "DISP" > "GMA" > "HP SET
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    Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS) Attaching a title to a Station or CD. 1 Receive/play the station/disc you want to attach a title to ⁄ • A title cannot be attached to MD or Audio file media. 2 Enter Menu mode Using the Control knob, select "MENU". For the operation method, refer to
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    is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts. • Keep the faceplate in its faceplate case while detached. • Do not expose the faceplate (and the faceplate case) to direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility
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    the Tuning mode alternates between the modes shown in the table below. Tuning mode Display Operation Auto seek "Seek Mode: Automatic search for a station. Auto1" Preset station seek "Seek Mode: Search in order of the stations in Auto2" the Preset memory. Manual "Seek Mode: Normal manual tuning
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    Enter Direct Access Tuning mode Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote control. "- - - -" is displayed. 3 Enter the frequency Press the number buttons on the remote button for at least 2 seconds. When 6 stations that can be received are put in the memory Auto Memory Entry closes. Preset Tuning
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    Service name AUTO Radio text Function icon Radio Text Scroll No. Scrolling the displayed radio text. 1. 2. Push the Control knob toward up for at least 2 3. seconds. 4. ⁄ 5. • When the
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    displayed. Select another Program Type. 4 Exit PTY mode Press the Control knob. Registration of a station as a PTY Registering a Program Type for stations with no PTY data. 1 Receive to (page 23). 2 Enter Program Type preset mode Press the [FNC] button. 3 Select the number you
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    CD/USB device/Audio file/External disc control features Control knob  D FNC SRC IN indicator Folder number File number Function icon Play time Playing CD & Audio file When there is no disc inserted 1 Open the panel Press the [0] button. 2 Insert a disc. ¤ • When the faceplate " display.
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    display a correct title, etc. • When the iPod is connected to this unit, "KENWOOD" or "✓" is displayed on the iPod to indicate that you cannot operate the iPod. • When the USB the display for the disc player you want. Display examples: Display "CD Changer" "MD Changer" Disc player CD changer
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    now. Push the Control knob towards up or down. ⁄ • This function is not available on iPod and the music edited by "Music Editor". Function of disc changers with remote control Direct Disc Search Doing Disc Search by entering the disc number. 1 Enter the disc number Press the number buttons on the
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    [FNC] button. ⁄ • Only the icons available to the current source are displayed. Function of Audio file File Select Selecting the music you want to listen to from the device or media being played now. 1 Enter File Select mode Turn the Control knob. 2 Search for music Select the category item using
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    Text/Title Scroll Scrolling the displayed CD text, Audio file text, or MD title. Push the Control knob toward up for at least 2 seconds. ⁄ • When the (page 37) is set to OFF, the display may black out while scrolling. English | 29
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    ) connected to this unit. Selecting Satellite Radio Mode Press the [SRC] button. Select the "SAT" display. Refer to (page 7). ⁄ • You need to register to the service provider to receive the service by Satellite Radio. Consult the service provider if "CALL TO SUBSCRIBE" appears
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    Search Selecting the channel and category you want to receive. 1 Enter Category and Channel Search mode Press the Control knob. 2 Select the Category Push the Control knob towards up or down. ⁄ • It is the item when the category of Middle text display part is selected. 3 Select the Channel Push the
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    Select the preset band Push the Control knob toward [FM]. 2 Enter Preset Tuning Select mode Turn the Control knob. 3 Select a desired station in the at least 2 seconds. The channel number display blinks. 2 Release the button when the music you want to hear is received Press the [AUTO] button for at
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    Preset station number Frequency display Function icon About HD Radio • When you connect an HD Radio, Tuner features of the unit are disabled and changed to HD Radio tuner features. A portion of the setting methods including the Tuning Mode will change. • With the HD Radio tuner, you can use the
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    operation explanation. 1 Enter Menu mode Using the Control knob, select "MENU". For the operation method, refer to (page 10). not applicable ( etc.) are entered step by step. • Three menu items appear on the display. The menu item displayed at the
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    through 7 operation, and reenter the Security Code. "Approved" is displayed. The Security Code function activates. ⁄ • If you enter the wrong Code in steps 4 through 6, repeat from step 4. 9 Exit Security Code mode Press the [FNC] button. Resetting the Security Code function when the audio unit is
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    Select mode. Display "SRC Select : 1" "SRC Select : 2" Setting Displays source icons for your choice. Allows you to select sources one after another. In USB mode with iPod connected iPod mode setting Setting up the iPod operation method in File Select. Display "iPod Mode : ON" "iPod Mode : OFF
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    : ON" Setting Adjust the time manually. Synchronizes the time. ⁄ • It takes 3 to 4 minutes to synchronize the clock. In Standby mode DSI (Disabled System Indicator) A red indicator will blink on the unit after the faceplate is removed, warning potential thieves. Display "DSI : ON" "DSI : OFF
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    Control knob. Select the "AMS Control" display. 2 Enter AMP Control mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. 3 Select the AMP Control item for adjustment Push the Control knob towards up or down. ⁄ • For the details on the AMP Control item, see the Instruction manual attached to the LX AMP
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    a situation, turn it OFF. In HD Radio mode Receive mode Setting Sets the receive mode. 1 Select the Receive mode Turn the Control knob. Select the "Receive Mode" display. 2 Enter Receive mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. 3 Set the Receive mode Push the Control knob towards up or
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    no Auxiliary Input. "Built in AUX : ON" When selecting the source there's Auxiliary Input. In Standby mode CD Read Setting When there is a problem with playing a CD with special format, this setting plays the CD by force. Display "CD Read : 1" "CD Read : 2" Setting Play CD and Audio file. Play
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    can be used for display. (page 12) (page 15) • When you cannot download the pictures to this unit, there may be a problem with the USB device write method. Refer to the URL http://www.kenwood.net-disp.com. PICTURE ENGINE Picture Engine is an
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    knob, select "MENU". For the operation method, refer to (page 10). "MENU" is displayed. 3 Select Audio Preset mode Turn the Control knob. Select the "Audio Preset" display. 4 Enter Audio Preset mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. 5 Select the Audio Preset
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    mode Firmware version display Displaying the firmware version with the unit. Turn the Control knob. Select the "F/W Version : " display. In Standby mode Demonstration mode setting Sets the demonstration mode. 1 Select the Demonstration mode Turn the Control knob. Select the "DEMO Mode" display
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    poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case. : This button is used when Kenwood Bluetooth HANDS FREE BOX is connected. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of Bluetooth HANDS FREE BOX. Basic operations [VOL] buttons Adjusts the volume. [SRC] button Each time
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    such as the procedures for Audio control and others operations. • The remote control can only select and adjust the Basic Audio item. Selecting and Enters and cancels the (page 22) mode. [38] button Enters and cancels the (page 23) mode. In Disc/USB
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    etc. on the car are working properly. • Mount the unit so that the mounting angle is 30° or less. If You Want to Connect iPod iPod AUDIO OUT KCA-iP200 (Optional accessory) • No other optional accessory can be connected because the USB connector and the AUX input are used for iPod connection. • Dual
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    /AM antenna input To Kenwood disc changer/ External optional accessory ⁄ To connect these leads, refer to the relevant instruction manuals. Fuse (10A) AUX input (Stereo) Use the mini-plug which is stereo type and does not have any resistance. Wiring harness (Accessory1) FRONT • L FRONT • R REAR
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    on each side) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with the accessory screws. T N T/N NT T: Toyota cars N: Nissan cars 3 M5mm 8 mm MAX. 4 M5mm 8 mm MAX. Accessory3...for Nissan car Accessory4...for Toyota car ¤ • During installation, do not use any screws except for
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    on the upper level. Upper the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure. Lock Catch Screwing the Faceplate on the Unit If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off, screw in the provided screws in the holes shown below
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    ! No Audio control effect on AUX. ▲ The Dual zone function is enabled. ☞ (page 9) ! • Cannot register a security code. • Cannot set up Display Illumination Control. ▲ (page 43) is not turned off. ! Cannot play audio files. ▲ (page 40) is
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    . kenwood.com/usb/. If the error message is still displayed, initialize the USB device or use other USB devices. Error 05: The disc is unreadable. Blank Disc: Nothing has been recorded on the MD. No Track: No tracks are recorded on the MD, although it has a title. No Panel: The faceplate of
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    activated. ➪ Wire or insulate the speaker cable properly and press the reset button. If the "Protect" code does not disappear, consult your nearest service center. Unsupported File: An Audio file is played with a format that this unit can't support. ➪ ---- Copy Protection: A copy-protected file is
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    Press the reset button to download it again. If this error is still displayed, consult a local Kenwood dealer. ➪ Try all over again from the start. If this error is still displayed, consult a local Kenwood dealer. No Display File: No file that can be downloaded is contained in the USB device. ➪ Make
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    (MONO) : 70 dB Selectivity (±400 kHz) : ≥ 80 dB Stereo separation (1 kHz) : 40 dB AM tuner section Frequency range (10 sensitivity (S/N = 20dB) : 28 dBμ (25 μV) CD player section Laser diode : GaAlAs Digital filter (D/A) : signal : Linear-PCM USB Interface USB Standard : USB 1.1/ 2.0 Maximum Supply
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CD-RECEIVER
KDC-X891
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
©
B64-3635-00/00 (KW)
Take the time to read through this instruction manual.
Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best
performance from your new CD-receiver.
For your records
Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the
warranty card, and in the space provided
below. Refer to the model and serial numbers
whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.
Model KDC-X891
Serial number
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