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... you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the warranty card, and in the spaces designated on the product. For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the space provided below. KDC-X592 KDC-MP538U 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 the model ...
... you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the warranty card, and in the spaces designated on the product. For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the space provided below. KDC-X592 KDC-MP538U 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 the model ...
Instruction Manual
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... the detail of Audio Control Audio Setup Speaker Setting Audio Preset Memory Audio Preset Recall Satellite Radio tuner control (Optional) 18 Basic Operation Category and Channel Search Direct Access Tuning Preset Memory Preset Tuning 2 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Basic Operations of remote control 20 Appendix 22 Accessories/ Installation Procedure 25 Connecting Wires to Terminals...
... the detail of Audio Control Audio Setup Speaker Setting Audio Preset Memory Audio Preset Recall Satellite Radio tuner control (Optional) 18 Basic Operation Category and Channel Search Direct Access Tuning Preset Memory Preset Tuning 2 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Basic Operations of remote control 20 Appendix 22 Accessories/ Installation Procedure 25 Connecting Wires to Terminals...
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...input requires the setting made in "MENU" > "Built in AUX" of (page 6). Tuner ("TUNER") , USB or iPod ("USB" or "iPod"), CD ("Compact Disc") , Auxiliary input ("AUX"), and Standby ("STANDBY") Press at least 1 second to turn the Control knob or push it can be removed....source name for each time switches between sources. Refer to the following diagram when reattaching the faceplate. ¤ • The faceplate is 4 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U pressed during a call , "CALL" is displayed and the audio system is reduced, the "ATT" indicator flashes. Basic Operation [SRC] Release [...
...input requires the setting made in "MENU" > "Built in AUX" of (page 6). Tuner ("TUNER") , USB or iPod ("USB" or "iPod"), CD ("Compact Disc") , Auxiliary input ("AUX"), and Standby ("STANDBY") Press at least 1 second to turn the Control knob or push it can be removed....source name for each time switches between sources. Refer to the following diagram when reattaching the faceplate. ¤ • The faceplate is 4 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U pressed during a call , "CALL" is displayed and the audio system is reduced, the "ATT" indicator flashes. Basic Operation [SRC] Release [...
Instruction Manual
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... the source selection method. 23 When set to enable demonstration. - 14 Sets the display pattern. Sets the receive mode of HD Radio. 23 Displays the Electronic Serial Number of the audio control. Sets whether to that of the music on the disc randomly. Å...;ıÇÎ 8 Ï 12, 19 6 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Presets a station. "ON"/ - "Scroll" "Auto"*/ "Manual" "Built in AUX" "OFF"*/"ON" "CD Read" "1"*/"2" "Audio Preset" 1 sec. "ON"/ - Sets the clock. 14 Sets the date. 14 Sets the date...
... the source selection method. 23 When set to enable demonstration. - 14 Sets the display pattern. Sets the receive mode of HD Radio. 23 Displays the Electronic Serial Number of the audio control. Sets whether to that of the music on the disc randomly. Å...;ıÇÎ 8 Ï 12, 19 6 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Presets a station. "ON"/ - "Scroll" "Auto"*/ "Manual" "Built in AUX" "OFF"*/"ON" "CD Read" "1"*/"2" "Audio Preset" 1 sec. "ON"/ - Sets the clock. 14 Sets the date. 14 Sets the date...
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... setting * Function of item Press the Control knob. Selection of KDC-X592. Some items require you to keep pressing the Control knob for ...other than standby state. : Can be set in standby state. : Can be set while Audio file source of CD/USB/iPod. : Can be set only during all sources. ⁄ • Refer to select a setting value,...CD/ Disc changer source. : Can be set while Disc changer source. : Can be set during Tuner source. : Can be set during FM reception. : Can be set while accessing AUX source. : Can be set while HD Radio source. : Can be set during Satellite radio...
... setting * Function of item Press the Control knob. Selection of KDC-X592. Some items require you to keep pressing the Control knob for ...other than standby state. : Can be set in standby state. : Can be set while Audio file source of CD/USB/iPod. : Can be set only during all sources. ⁄ • Refer to select a setting value,...CD/ Disc changer source. : Can be set while Disc changer source. : Can be set during Tuner source. : Can be set during FM reception. : Can be set while accessing AUX source. : Can be set while HD Radio source. : Can be set during Satellite radio...
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In Tuner source Information Station name Frequency Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Clock Date Blank In CD & External disc source Information Disc title Track title Play time & Track number Disc name .../Clock" "Clock" "Date" "Blank" Display "Title/Artist" "Album/Artist" "Folder Name" "File Name" "P-Time" "Speana/Clock" "Clock" "Date" "Blank" Display "Source Name" "Clock" "Date" "Blank" 8 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Display "TYPE [A]" "TYPE [B]" "TYPE [C]" "TYPE [D]" "TYPE [E]" Display Type 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 1 1 2 1 1 4 "TYPE [F]" "TYPE [G]" 1 6 5 ⁄ • 1 Text display part 2 ...
In Tuner source Information Station name Frequency Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Clock Date Blank In CD & External disc source Information Disc title Track title Play time & Track number Disc name .../Clock" "Clock" "Date" "Blank" Display "Title/Artist" "Album/Artist" "Folder Name" "File Name" "P-Time" "Speana/Clock" "Clock" "Date" "Blank" Display "Source Name" "Clock" "Date" "Blank" 8 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Display "TYPE [A]" "TYPE [B]" "TYPE [C]" "TYPE [D]" "TYPE [E]" Display Type 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 1 1 2 1 1 4 "TYPE [F]" "TYPE [G]" 1 6 5 ⁄ • 1 Text display part 2 ...
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...Auxiliary input source Information Auxiliary input name Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Clock Date Blank Display "Source Name" "Speana/Clock" "Clock" "Date" "Blank" In HD Radio source (Optional) Information Station name Title Frequency Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Clock Date Blank Display "Station Name" "Title" "Frequency" "Speana/Clock" "Clock" "Date...and row. • When LX-AMP is connected, the item setup by the Display mode of LX-AMP is displayed. (KDC-X592 only) • When selecting "Folder Name" while playing with iPod, names will be displayed depending on currently selected browsing items. English...
...Auxiliary input source Information Auxiliary input name Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Clock Date Blank Display "Source Name" "Speana/Clock" "Clock" "Date" "Blank" In HD Radio source (Optional) Information Station name Title Frequency Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Clock Date Blank Display "Station Name" "Title" "Frequency" "Speana/Clock" "Clock" "Date...and row. • When LX-AMP is connected, the item setup by the Display mode of LX-AMP is displayed. (KDC-X592 only) • When selecting "Folder Name" while playing with iPod, names will be displayed depending on currently selected browsing items. English...
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... Push the Control knob towards up or down . Example: If you are entering "DANCE". Refer to the CD changer/ player manual. • Change the title of optional KCA-S220A is displayed by using a remote control... push it . Character type Alphabet upper case Alphabet lower case Numbers and symbols Special characters (Accent characters) ⁄ • Enter characters by default. 10 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Internal CD player: 10 discs - Auxiliary Input Display Setting Selects the display below . Character Button Times pressed "D" "A" "N" "C" "E" [3] [¢] [2] [¢] [6] ...
... Push the Control knob towards up or down . Example: If you are entering "DANCE". Refer to the CD changer/ player manual. • Change the title of optional KCA-S220A is displayed by using a remote control... push it . Character type Alphabet upper case Alphabet lower case Numbers and symbols Special characters (Accent characters) ⁄ • Enter characters by default. 10 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Internal CD player: 10 discs - Auxiliary Input Display Setting Selects the display below . Character Button Times pressed "D" "A" "N" "C" "E" [3] [¢] [2] [¢] [6] ...
Instruction Manual
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A station list is displayed. 2 Enter the frequency Press the number buttons on the remote control. Function of 0.1 MHz. 12 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Cancelling Preset Tuning Press the [FNC] button. "- - - -" is displayed. 2 Select a desired station in the memory. 1 Enter Preset Tuning Select mode Turn the Control knob. Preset ...
A station list is displayed. 2 Enter the frequency Press the number buttons on the remote control. Function of 0.1 MHz. 12 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Cancelling Preset Tuning Press the [FNC] button. "- - - -" is displayed. 2 Select a desired station in the memory. 1 Enter Preset Tuning Select mode Turn the Control knob. Preset ...
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... Control knob for at least 1 second. Date Adjustment 1 Select Date Adjustment item during Menu mode (In Standby mode) Select the "Clock Adjust" display. Function of KDC-X592 When LX AMP unit connecting AMP Control You can control the LX AMP connected to (page 6). 2 Set the Demonstration mode Press the Control knob... adjustment mode Press the Control knob for 2 seconds or longer toggles the setting between "ON" and "OFF". 3 Exit Demonstration mode Press the [FNC] button. 14 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U
... Control knob for at least 1 second. Date Adjustment 1 Select Date Adjustment item during Menu mode (In Standby mode) Select the "Clock Adjust" display. Function of KDC-X592 When LX AMP unit connecting AMP Control You can control the LX AMP connected to (page 6). 2 Set the Demonstration mode Press the Control knob... adjustment mode Press the Control knob for 2 seconds or longer toggles the setting between "ON" and "OFF". 3 Exit Demonstration mode Press the [FNC] button. 14 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U
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..."/"JAZZ"/ according to adjust Press the [AUD] knob. 4 Adjust the Audio item Turn the [AUD] knob. 5 Exit Audio Control mode Press any button. Function of KDC-X592 Adjusting the detail of (page 4). 2 Enter Audio Control mode Press the [AUD] knob. 3 Select the Audio item to the setting.) Bass level* "BASS LEVEL...
..."/"JAZZ"/ according to adjust Press the [AUD] knob. 4 Adjust the Audio item Turn the [AUD] knob. 5 Exit Audio Control mode Press any button. Function of KDC-X592 Adjusting the detail of (page 4). 2 Enter Audio Control mode Press the [AUD] knob. 3 Select the Audio item to the setting.) Bass level* "BASS LEVEL...
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.../180/220*1 Hz 50*1/60/80/100*1/120/ Through Hz Reverse (180°)/ Normal (0°) -8 - ±0 (AUX: -8- +8) OFF/ON OFF/ON *1 KDC-X592 only. ⁄ • Volume offset: Sets each source's volume as a source.) • Dual Zone System Main source and sub source (Auxiliary input) output ... when the tuner is displayed. 3 Select the Speaker type Turn the [AUD] knob. 4 Exit Speaker Setting mode Press the [AUD] knob. 16 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Adjust the volume of (page 4). 2 Enter Speaker Setting mode Press the [AUD] knob. Adjust the volume of Front channel by [SRC] button. - ...
.../180/220*1 Hz 50*1/60/80/100*1/120/ Through Hz Reverse (180°)/ Normal (0°) -8 - ±0 (AUX: -8- +8) OFF/ON OFF/ON *1 KDC-X592 only. ⁄ • Volume offset: Sets each source's volume as a source.) • Dual Zone System Main source and sub source (Auxiliary input) output ... when the tuner is displayed. 3 Select the Speaker type Turn the [AUD] knob. 4 Exit Speaker Setting mode Press the [AUD] knob. 16 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Adjust the volume of (page 4). 2 Enter Speaker Setting mode Press the [AUD] knob. Adjust the volume of Front channel by [SRC] button. - ...
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... mode is acquired. Category and Channel Search Selecting the channel and category you to bad conditions on radio wave or other such problems, "Acquiring Signal"/ "No Signal" appears. 18 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Select the "SAT"/ "SIRIUS"/ "XM" display. Switching Seek Mode Press the [AUTO] button.... 2 seconds or longer allows you to check individual channel for 2 seconds or longer allows you want to receive the service by Satellite Radio. Cancelling Category and Channel Search mode Press the Control knob. ⁄ • You cannot Channel search until the category information is ...
... mode is acquired. Category and Channel Search Selecting the channel and category you to bad conditions on radio wave or other such problems, "Acquiring Signal"/ "No Signal" appears. 18 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Select the "SAT"/ "SIRIUS"/ "XM" display. Switching Seek Mode Press the [AUTO] button.... 2 seconds or longer allows you to check individual channel for 2 seconds or longer allows you want to receive the service by Satellite Radio. Cancelling Category and Channel Search mode Press the Control knob. ⁄ • You cannot Channel search until the category information is ...
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Dual Zone control Dual zone system on and off Rear channel volume control [2-ZONE] [5]/ [∞] 20 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Basic Operations of remote control VOL AUD FM/AM 2-ZONE 0 - 9 SRC ATT VOL AUD SRC ATT DIRECT (page 12, 18) General ...control Volume control [VOL] Source select [SRC] Volume reduce [ATT] In Audio control In Tuner/HD Radio source Band select [FM]/[AM] Station select [4]/[¢] Recall preset stations [1] - [6] In CD...
Dual Zone control Dual zone system on and off Rear channel volume control [2-ZONE] [5]/ [∞] 20 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Basic Operations of remote control VOL AUD FM/AM 2-ZONE 0 - 9 SRC ATT VOL AUD SRC ATT DIRECT (page 12, 18) General ...control Volume control [VOL] Source select [SRC] Volume reduce [ATT] In Audio control In Tuner/HD Radio source Band select [FM]/[AM] Station select [4]/[¢] Recall preset stations [1] - [6] In CD...
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Appendix About Audio file • Playable Audio file AAC-LC (.m4a), MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma) • 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 • Playable ... order of the Audio file In the example of folder/file tree shown below, the files are played in the order from ᶃ to ᶌ. CD () v
Appendix About Audio file • Playable Audio file AAC-LC (.m4a), MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma) • 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 • Playable ... order of the Audio file In the example of folder/file tree shown below, the files are played in the order from ᶃ to ᶌ. CD () v
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... the product relating to this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. Kenwood Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. FCC NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Federal ...radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are reproductions of procedures other than those specified herein may generate or use radio frequency energy. In compliance with the limits for help. 24 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U...
... the product relating to this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. Kenwood Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. FCC NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Federal ...radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to operate this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are reproductions of procedures other than those specified herein may generate or use radio frequency energy. In compliance with the limits for help. 24 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U...
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... to the power source running through the fuse box. ¤ • Mounting and wiring this unit If the CD player/ disc changer has the "O-N" switch, set it to which they correspond. connector to the unit. 6. Make...you share the - Use only the screws provided. Accessories/ Installation Procedure Accessories 1 5* ..........1 ..........1 2 6* ..........2 ..........2 3 7* ..........4 4 ..........2 ..........4 * KDC-X592 only. battery. 2. Connect the speaker wires of the vehicle and the protection function may cause a short circuit, that can be damaged or fail to...
... to the power source running through the fuse box. ¤ • Mounting and wiring this unit If the CD player/ disc changer has the "O-N" switch, set it to which they correspond. connector to the unit. 6. Make...you share the - Use only the screws provided. Accessories/ Installation Procedure Accessories 1 5* ..........1 ..........1 2 6* ..........2 ..........2 3 7* ..........4 4 ..........2 ..........4 * KDC-X592 only. battery. 2. Connect the speaker wires of the vehicle and the protection function may cause a short circuit, that can be damaged or fail to...
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...box ACC Battery wire (Yellow) Ground wire (Black) - (To car chassis) Ignition key switch Car fuse box (Main fuse) Battery 26 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U To Kenwood disc changer/ External optional accessory ⁄ To connect these leads, refer to Terminals To USB device USB connector (1m) ⁄ Do not ...CONT Connect either to the power control terminal when using , connect either the telephone rings or during conversation. ⁄ To connect the Kenwood navigation system, consult your car is stereo type and does not have any metallic part of the film-type antenna. The connector will ...
...box ACC Battery wire (Yellow) Ground wire (Black) - (To car chassis) Ignition key switch Car fuse box (Main fuse) Battery 26 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U To Kenwood disc changer/ External optional accessory ⁄ To connect these leads, refer to Terminals To USB device USB connector (1m) ⁄ Do not ...CONT Connect either to the power control terminal when using , connect either the telephone rings or during conversation. ⁄ To connect the Kenwood navigation system, consult your car is stereo type and does not have any metallic part of the film-type antenna. The connector will ...
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... safety parts. • Install the unit in the bracket, and secure it will not prevent you from driving your vehicle properly. 28 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Installation/Removing the Unit Accessory of KDC-X592 Mounting the USB Bracket 1 Make an opening to mount the bracket. 2 Pass the USB connector through the opening. 3 Fit the...
... safety parts. • Install the unit in the bracket, and secure it will not prevent you from driving your vehicle properly. 28 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Installation/Removing the Unit Accessory of KDC-X592 Mounting the USB Bracket 1 Make an opening to mount the bracket. 2 Pass the USB connector through the opening. 3 Fit the...
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... to flash even when the CD has been properly reinserted, please switch off the power and consult your nearest service center. USB ERROR (Blink): Some trouble may have data recorded that this unit can remove the USB device/iPod safely. 30 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Error 05: The disc is... not operating properly. ➪ Reinsert the CD. If the error message is an iPod that the software for information on the unit. See (page 22...
... to flash even when the CD has been properly reinserted, please switch off the power and consult your nearest service center. USB ERROR (Blink): Some trouble may have data recorded that this unit can remove the USB device/iPod safely. 30 | KDC-X592/ KDC-MP538U Error 05: The disc is... not operating properly. ➪ Reinsert the CD. If the error message is an iPod that the software for information on the unit. See (page 22...