Instruction Manual
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... to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to the model and serial numbers whenever you obtain the best performance from that interference will help . GET0687-001A (KW/K0) KDC-248U KDC-208U KDC-MP248U KDC-MP148U CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD MODE D'EMPLOI REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Take the time...
... to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to the model and serial numbers whenever you obtain the best performance from that interference will help . GET0687-001A (KW/K0) KDC-248U KDC-208U KDC-MP248U KDC-MP148U CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD MODE D'EMPLOI REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Take the time...
Instruction Manual
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... to make sure that they work with your Kenwood dealer to prepare the remote controller metal tools) inside the unit. (RC-405) Caution: Adjust the volume so that you experience problems during installation, consult your model and in an online manual on the actual equipment. You can only play the CDs with: Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod 8 Start playing a disc Connecting a USB device Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only) Selecting Repeat Play Selecting Random Play Selecting Scan Play Selecting a folder/track/file Direct Music...
... to make sure that they work with your Kenwood dealer to prepare the remote controller metal tools) inside the unit. (RC-405) Caution: Adjust the volume so that you experience problems during installation, consult your model and in an online manual on the actual equipment. You can only play the CDs with: Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod 8 Start playing a disc Connecting a USB device Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only) Selecting Repeat Play Selecting Random Play Selecting Scan Play Selecting a folder/track/file Direct Music...
Instruction Manual
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... while in clock display screen. Enters clock adjustment mode directly (page 6) if pressed and held . (Fastforwards/reverses cannot be performed using the remote controller.) Changes the display information. ATT Attenuates the sound. • To return to the previous item. EXIT • Press and hold the following button(s)... Selects track/file. SCRL DISP - KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only: iPod - Switches the controlling terminal (HANDS ON/ HANDS OFF) for radio station. Exit from the setting mode. 5 ENGLISH When...
... while in clock display screen. Enters clock adjustment mode directly (page 6) if pressed and held . (Fastforwards/reverses cannot be performed using the remote controller.) Changes the display information. ATT Attenuates the sound. • To return to the previous item. EXIT • Press and hold the following button(s)... Selects track/file. SCRL DISP - KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only: iPod - Switches the controlling terminal (HANDS ON/ HANDS OFF) for radio station. Exit from the setting mode. 5 ENGLISH When...
Instruction Manual
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... enter [FUNCTION] mode. 3 Turn the volume knob to select [INITIAL SET], then press to enter. 4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to enter. ON2: Outputs sound from the connected external component when "AUX" is played. 6 Turn the volume knob clockwise to return to select [ON] or [OFF]. Clock minutes flashes on the power (or after you turn the volume knob to confirm. [DEMO OFF] appears. Item Selectable setting (Preset: *) PRESET TYPE NORM*: Memorizes one station for...
... enter [FUNCTION] mode. 3 Turn the volume knob to select [INITIAL SET], then press to enter. 4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to enter. ON2: Outputs sound from the connected external component when "AUX" is played. 6 Turn the volume knob clockwise to return to select [ON] or [OFF]. Clock minutes flashes on the power (or after you turn the volume knob to confirm. [DEMO OFF] appears. Item Selectable setting (Preset: *) PRESET TYPE NORM*: Memorizes one station for...
Instruction Manual
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... for a station. ENGLISH Item Selectable setting (Preset: *) SWITCH PRE REAR*/ SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out terminals on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ Listening to the radio Hold for about 2 seconds to confirm. NO*: Cancels (upgrading is selected for [PRESET TYPE].) (page 6) MONO SET ON: Improve the FM reception (but the stereo effect may be lost). ; MANUAL: Manually search for...
... for a station. ENGLISH Item Selectable setting (Preset: *) SWITCH PRE REAR*/ SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out terminals on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ Listening to the radio Hold for about 2 seconds to confirm. NO*: Cancels (upgrading is selected for [PRESET TYPE].) (page 6) MONO SET ON: Improve the FM reception (but the stereo effect may be lost). ; MANUAL: Manually search for...
Instruction Manual
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... Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name. Start playing a disc 1 Press SRC to turn on the types or conditions of media or device. 8 USB device (optional accessory) Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only) Apple iPod (optional accessory) KCA-iP101 (optional accessory) The source automatically switches, and playback starts. Press to fast-forwards/reverses. Playback starts automatically. 3 Press number button 6 ( ) to select track/file. Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod Ejects the disc. ("NO DISC...
... Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name. Start playing a disc 1 Press SRC to turn on the types or conditions of media or device. 8 USB device (optional accessory) Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only) Apple iPod (optional accessory) KCA-iP101 (optional accessory) The source automatically switches, and playback starts. Press to fast-forwards/reverses. Playback starts automatically. 3 Press number button 6 ( ) to select track/file. Listening to a disc/ USB device/ iPod Ejects the disc. ("NO DISC...
Instruction Manual
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... entry position. In the Instruction manual, the term "USB device" is available from driving your disc recorder instruction manual.) 3-inch CD cannot be used Discs that are not round. To delete the playlist, turn the volume knob to select "YES," then press to register the eleventh song. Discs that cannot be used . Attempt to enter Music Search mode. About USB device This unit can cause malfunction. Connecting a cable whose total length is...
... entry position. In the Instruction manual, the term "USB device" is available from driving your disc recorder instruction manual.) 3-inch CD cannot be used Discs that are not round. To delete the playlist, turn the volume knob to select "YES," then press to register the eleventh song. Discs that cannot be used . Attempt to enter Music Search mode. About USB device This unit can cause malfunction. Connecting a cable whose total length is...
Instruction Manual
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... 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 Hand Mode Press and hold the volume knob. 3 Turn the volume knob to select "DELETE ONE" or "DELETE ALL," then press to enter iPod mode. You cannot operate iPod if "KENWOOD" or "✓" displayed on the display. HANDS ON : Control iPod from the unit. "iPod MODE...
... 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 Hand Mode Press and hold the volume knob. 3 Turn the volume knob to select "DELETE ONE" or "DELETE ALL," then press to enter iPod mode. You cannot operate iPod if "KENWOOD" or "✓" displayed on the display. HANDS ON : Control iPod from the unit. "iPod MODE...
Instruction Manual
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... AUX NAME CLOCK DISPLAY Selectable setting (Preset: *) AUX*/ DVD/ PORTABLE/ GAME/ VIDEO/ TV: Selects the desired name for other than 85 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 160 Hz are lost in STANDBY state... The volume level will automatically increase or decrease when you change the source. (Before making an MID LEVEL adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.) TRE LEVEL BALANCE L15 - OFF*: Cancels. Item Selectable setting (Preset: *) SUB-W LEVEL -15 - +15 (Preset: 0): Adjusts the subwoofer output level. R15 (Preset: 0): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance. SUB...
... AUX NAME CLOCK DISPLAY Selectable setting (Preset: *) AUX*/ DVD/ PORTABLE/ GAME/ VIDEO/ TV: Selects the desired name for other than 85 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 160 Hz are lost in STANDBY state... The volume level will automatically increase or decrease when you change the source. (Before making an MID LEVEL adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.) TRE LEVEL BALANCE L15 - OFF*: Cancels. Item Selectable setting (Preset: *) SUB-W LEVEL -15 - +15 (Preset: 0): Adjusts the subwoofer output level. R15 (Preset: 0): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance. SUB...
Instruction Manual
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... playing time is played. The number of songs contained in "SONGS" Podcast files are not counted in "SONGS" category of the speaker leads are not displayed (e.g. listening to the optimum level. / Check the cords and connections. recording). "NA FILE" appears. "NO DEVICE" appears. The CD player is playing an unsupported audio file. Remove the USB device, turn the unit off, then turn off the unit and consult your nearest service center. "PROTECT...
... playing time is played. The number of songs contained in "SONGS" Podcast files are not counted in "SONGS" category of the speaker leads are not displayed (e.g. listening to the optimum level. / Check the cords and connections. recording). "NA FILE" appears. "NO DEVICE" appears. The CD player is playing an unsupported audio file. Remove the USB device, turn the unit off, then turn off the unit and consult your nearest service center. "PROTECT...
Instruction Manual
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...: Compliant with Windows Media Audio Audio section Maximum output power: 50 W × 4 Full bandwidth power (at less than 1 % THD): 22 W × 4 Speaker impedance: 4 Ω - 8 Ω Tone action: Bass: 100 Hz ±8 dB Middle: 1 kHz ±8 dB Treble: 10 kHz ±8 dB Preout level / load (CD): 2 000 mV/10 kΩ Preout impedance: ≤ 600 Ω Auxiliary input section Frequency response (±3 dB): 20...
...: Compliant with Windows Media Audio Audio section Maximum output power: 50 W × 4 Full bandwidth power (at less than 1 % THD): 22 W × 4 Speaker impedance: 4 Ω - 8 Ω Tone action: Bass: 100 Hz ±8 dB Middle: 1 kHz ±8 dB Treble: 10 kHz ±8 dB Preout level / load (CD): 2 000 mV/10 kΩ Preout impedance: ≤ 600 Ω Auxiliary input section Frequency response (±3 dB): 20...
Owners Manual
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...: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/ 2 The word "iPod" appearing in your unit How to make sure that you purchase external components, check with the volume too high may cause disc read errors. Canceling the display demonstration Setting the demonstration mode Adjusting the clock Initial settings before operating the unit. Start playing a disc Connecting a USB device Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only) Selecting Repeat Play Selecting Random Play Selecting Scan Play Selecting a folder/track/file Direct Music Search using the remote controller (RC-405) Functions...
...: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/ 2 The word "iPod" appearing in your unit How to make sure that you purchase external components, check with the volume too high may cause disc read errors. Canceling the display demonstration Setting the demonstration mode Adjusting the clock Initial settings before operating the unit. Start playing a disc Connecting a USB device Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only) Selecting Repeat Play Selecting Random Play Selecting Scan Play Selecting a folder/track/file Direct Music Search using the remote controller (RC-405) Functions...
Owners Manual
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... hold ~ on the main unit will also exit from setting mode. • Press and hold the following button(s)... ENT~II --~- KDC-248UI KDC-MP248U only: • Selects "iPod" source. • Switches the controlling terminal (HANDS ON/ HANDS OFF) for radio station. ~/~ • Selects track/file. • Fast-forwards/reverses tracks if pressed and held while in clock display screen. SRC SRC Volume knob (turn) VOL 0 • /T Volume knob (press) ---- BAND...
... hold ~ on the main unit will also exit from setting mode. • Press and hold the following button(s)... ENT~II --~- KDC-248UI KDC-MP248U only: • Selects "iPod" source. • Switches the controlling terminal (HANDS ON/ HANDS OFF) for radio station. ~/~ • Selects track/file. • Fast-forwards/reverses tracks if pressed and held while in clock display screen. SRC SRC Volume knob (turn) VOL 0 • /T Volume knob (press) ---- BAND...
Owners Manual
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.... [DEMO OFF] appears. • If no operation is done for selection. ON2: Outputs sound from the connected external component when IIAUX" is always turned on the power (or after you cancel it. Clock minutes flashes on the display. 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 SET], then press to enter. 4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection...
.... [DEMO OFF] appears. • If no operation is done for selection. ON2: Outputs sound from the connected external component when IIAUX" is always turned on the power (or after you cancel it. Clock minutes flashes on the display. 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 SET], then press to enter. 4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection...
Owners Manual
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... [FUNCTION] mode. 2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press to enter. 3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to the line out terminals on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ Listening to the radio Hold for [PRESET TYPE].) (page 6) ! NO*: Cancels (automatic _ _~ not activated). (Selectable only if [NORM] is not activated). SWITCH PRE REAR*1SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or asubwoofer are connected to confirm. MANUAL: Manually...
... [FUNCTION] mode. 2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press to enter. 3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to the line out terminals on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ Listening to the radio Hold for [PRESET TYPE].) (page 6) ! NO*: Cancels (automatic _ _~ not activated). (Selectable only if [NORM] is not activated). SWITCH PRE REAR*1SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or asubwoofer are connected to confirm. MANUAL: Manually...
Owners Manual
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...) - Listening to a disci USB devicel iPod Ejects the disc. ("NO DISC appears and "IN" indicator goes off.) Press to resume/pause playback (if necessary). Start playing a disc 1 Press (!) SRC to turn on the types or conditions of media or device. 8 r Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only) The source automatically switches, and playback starts. ... _-- Playback starts automatically. 3 Press number button 6 (~II) to select next folder. USB terminal Slide open...
...) - Listening to a disci USB devicel iPod Ejects the disc. ("NO DISC appears and "IN" indicator goes off.) Press to resume/pause playback (if necessary). Start playing a disc 1 Press (!) SRC to turn on the types or conditions of media or device. 8 r Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U only) The source automatically switches, and playback starts. ... _-- Playback starts automatically. 3 Press number button 6 (~II) to select next folder. USB terminal Slide open...
Owners Manual
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.... 2 Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press to the entry position. S Press ~ / ~ to move to confirm. Discs with coloring on a USB mass storage class device. • !nst~1I the USB device in the place where I II disc that are dirty. Attempt I malfunction. About "KENWOOD Music Editor" • This unit supports the PC application "KENWOOD Music Editor Light verl.O" or later. • When you use the audio file...
.... 2 Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press to the entry position. S Press ~ / ~ to move to confirm. Discs with coloring on a USB mass storage class device. • !nst~1I the USB device in the place where I II disc that are dirty. Attempt I malfunction. About "KENWOOD Music Editor" • This unit supports the PC application "KENWOOD Music Editor Light verl.O" or later. • When you use the audio file...
Owners Manual
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... make a selection, then press to display the playlist. iPod nano (4th generation) - Changing the browse item will display a correct title, etc. • You cannot operate iPod if "KENWOOD" or "./" displayed on the display. SKIP SEARCH 0.5%*/1%/5%/10%: Sets the ratio of the setting made.) MPLIST DEl YES: Deletes the saved My Playlist. ; "iPod MODE" appears on iPod. 11 iPod nano (1 st generation) - Functions for KDC-248UI KDC-MP248U with video - HANDSON: Control iPod from the unit. iPod...
... make a selection, then press to display the playlist. iPod nano (4th generation) - Changing the browse item will display a correct title, etc. • You cannot operate iPod if "KENWOOD" or "./" displayed on the display. SKIP SEARCH 0.5%*/1%/5%/10%: Sets the ratio of the setting made.) MPLIST DEl YES: Deletes the saved My Playlist. ; "iPod MODE" appears on iPod. 11 iPod nano (1 st generation) - Functions for KDC-248UI KDC-MP248U with video - HANDSON: Control iPod from the unit. iPod...
Owners Manual
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Function settings 1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode. 2 Turn the volume knob to select [AUDIO CTRL] or [SETTINGS], then press to enter. 3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to confirm. • See table below for selection. • Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected/activated. • Press ~ to return to the previous item. 4 Hold ~ to finish the procedure. [AUDIO CTRL] : While listening to any source except in STANDBY state... " ~~?~fitj':'" ":eli~t(~~:~
Function settings 1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION] mode. 2 Turn the volume knob to select [AUDIO CTRL] or [SETTINGS], then press to enter. 3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press to confirm. • See table below for selection. • Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected/activated. • Press ~ to return to the previous item. 4 Hold ~ to finish the procedure. [AUDIO CTRL] : While listening to any source except in STANDBY state... " ~~?~fitj':'" ":eli~t(~~:~
Owners Manual
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... or change the source to I Connect asupported USB device, and check the connections. , = i "USBERROR"appea~. ---------"iPod ERROR" appears. The CD is quite dirty. / The CD is upside-down. / The CD is not operating properly. The CD player is scratched alot. Disc sound is required. "TOC ERROR" appears. Longer readout time is sometimes interrupted. Tracks cannot play . I Check to the optimum level. / Check the cords and connections. Reset the unit. Ifthe...
... or change the source to I Connect asupported USB device, and check the connections. , = i "USBERROR"appea~. ---------"iPod ERROR" appears. The CD is quite dirty. / The CD is upside-down. / The CD is not operating properly. The CD player is scratched alot. Disc sound is required. "TOC ERROR" appears. Longer readout time is sometimes interrupted. Tracks cannot play . I Check to the optimum level. / Check the cords and connections. Reset the unit. Ifthe...