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... 3-2. Audio adjustments (KDC-5057SD) 4-1. DSP settings (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U) 5-1. Speaker setting 5-5. Delay time control 5-8. Channel level fine adjustments 5-9. Resetting of a phone call 12-6. Listen to the radio 9-2. Models of iPods/iPhones that can be connected to this unit 8-11. Direct search 6-6. Basic operations 7-4. Station search 7-5. Skip search 8 8-4. Playback mode 8-6. Listening to the iPod 6-1. Recall preset service 10-4. Digital Radio initial settings 11. Illumination color selection 11-4. Display & Illumination setting 12. Adjusting the clock...
... 3-2. Audio adjustments (KDC-5057SD) 4-1. DSP settings (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U) 5-1. Speaker setting 5-5. Delay time control 5-8. Channel level fine adjustments 5-9. Resetting of a phone call 12-6. Listen to the radio 9-2. Models of iPods/iPhones that can be connected to this unit 8-11. Direct search 6-6. Basic operations 7-4. Station search 7-5. Skip search 8 8-4. Playback mode 8-6. Listening to the iPod 6-1. Recall preset service 10-4. Digital Radio initial settings 11. Illumination color selection 11-4. Display & Illumination setting 12. Adjusting the clock...
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...-5. Bluetooth audio (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U ) 72 15-1. Bluetooth settings (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U) 74 16-1. Displaying the firmware version 16-5. Switching between two connected cell- Clearing the disconnection message 14-9. Voice Control 14-10. Before use 15-2. Troubleshooting guide 78 17-1. Hands-free phoning (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U) 66 14-1. Speed dialing (Preset dial) 14-6. Playback mode 16. Downloading the phone book 16-3. phones 16-6. Setting error 17-2. Operation/wiring error 17-3. Registering a Bluetooth device 13-3. Registering the PIN code...
...-5. Bluetooth audio (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U ) 72 15-1. Bluetooth settings (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U) 74 16-1. Displaying the firmware version 16-5. Switching between two connected cell- Clearing the disconnection message 14-9. Voice Control 14-10. Before use 15-2. Troubleshooting guide 78 17-1. Hands-free phoning (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U) 66 14-1. Speed dialing (Preset dial) 14-6. Playback mode 16. Downloading the phone book 16-3. phones 16-6. Setting error 17-2. Operation/wiring error 17-3. Registering a Bluetooth device 13-3. Registering the PIN code...
User Manual
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Cleaning the connector The unit may cause disc read errors. Condensation When the car is pressed. 4 | KDC-BT73DAB/ KDC-BT53U/ KDC-5057SD Notes • When you purchase optional accessories, check with your Kenwood dealer to explain more This may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and faceplate are examples used to make sure that they can be displayed. In this manual are dirty. Before use 1-1. Detach the...
Cleaning the connector The unit may cause disc read errors. Condensation When the car is pressed. 4 | KDC-BT73DAB/ KDC-BT53U/ KDC-5057SD Notes • When you purchase optional accessories, check with your Kenwood dealer to explain more This may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and faceplate are examples used to make sure that they can be displayed. In this manual are dirty. Before use 1-1. Detach the...
User Manual
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..." and "AUX" sources can be selected when not in use. Basic operations 3-4. The source will switch each time upon pressing the button. Press and hold [SRC] to (page 61). Setting the source switching • Source switching can not be set so that pressing [SRC] switches among sources. For more details, refer to turn the power ON. Volume Turn [Control] knob. Source Display Standby "STANDBY" Digital radio[2] Tuner "DIGITAL RADIO" "TUNER" USB device connected to front USB terminal "USB(FRONT)" USB device connected to rear USB terminal "USB(REAR)" iPod...
..." and "AUX" sources can be selected when not in use. Basic operations 3-4. The source will switch each time upon pressing the button. Press and hold [SRC] to (page 61). Setting the source switching • Source switching can not be set so that pressing [SRC] switches among sources. For more details, refer to turn the power ON. Volume Turn [Control] knob. Source Display Standby "STANDBY" Digital radio[2] Tuner "DIGITAL RADIO" "TUNER" USB device connected to front USB terminal "USB(FRONT)" USB device connected to rear USB terminal "USB(REAR)" iPod...
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..."Audio Preset" Audio Preset memory[1] Recall/ Memory "Volume Offset" Volume offset -8 - ±0 (dB) (AUX: -8 - +8) [1] Refer to select a source other than Standby ("STANDBY"). 4. Exiting from the Function setting mode Press and hold [1/6]. Adjusting Bass, Middle, and Treble levels • You can adjust the audio control items. 1 Press [SRC] to (page 17), (page 17). [2] "User": The customized Bass, Middle, and Treble settings are effective. [3] Audio file source only 5 Select a value using [Control] knob. Display Audio control item Range "SubWoofer Level" Subwoofer level...
..."Audio Preset" Audio Preset memory[1] Recall/ Memory "Volume Offset" Volume offset -8 - ±0 (dB) (AUX: -8 - +8) [1] Refer to select a source other than Standby ("STANDBY"). 4. Exiting from the Function setting mode Press and hold [1/6]. Adjusting Bass, Middle, and Treble levels • You can adjust the audio control items. 1 Press [SRC] to (page 17), (page 17). [2] "User": The customized Bass, Middle, and Treble settings are effective. [3] Audio file source only 5 Select a value using [Control] knob. Display Audio control item Range "SubWoofer Level" Subwoofer level...
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..." "Preset Equalizer"[1][4] Select from among preset equalizer curves to the followings: (page 19) (page 20) For how to use [Control] knob, refer to (page 14). 2 Press [Control] knob. "User"[2]/ "Natural"/ "Rock"/ "Pops"/ "Easy"/ "Top 40"/ "Jazz"/ "Powerful"/ "iPod"(During iPod source only) "Manual Equalizer""[1][4] Set the equalizer curve manually. Refer to select a source other than Standby ("STANDBY"). "Bypass": Disables the DSP function. Audio control You can set the sound quality. Display Overview "SubWoofer Level" You can adjust the audio control items...
..." "Preset Equalizer"[1][4] Select from among preset equalizer curves to the followings: (page 19) (page 20) For how to use [Control] knob, refer to (page 14). 2 Press [Control] knob. "User"[2]/ "Natural"/ "Rock"/ "Pops"/ "Easy"/ "Top 40"/ "Jazz"/ "Powerful"/ "iPod"(During iPod source only) "Manual Equalizer""[1][4] Set the equalizer curve manually. Refer to select a source other than Standby ("STANDBY"). "Bypass": Disables the DSP function. Audio control You can set the sound quality. Display Overview "SubWoofer Level" You can adjust the audio control items...
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..."; 2.5 kHz, "BAND10"; 4 kHz, "BAND11"; 6.3 kHz, "BAND12"; 10 kHz, "BAND13"; 16kHz 6 Select a value using [Control] knob. Compact car Sedan Station wagon Minivan Sport-utility vehicle Passenger van Exiting from the Function setting mode Press and hold [1/6]. To set the delay time finely • You can adjust the equalizer curve manually. 1 Press [SRC] to 62.5 Hz. (Colored text: Factory setting) When "Bass EXT" and "Q Factor" are selected, skip step 5. 5 Select a Band using [Control] knob.
..."; 2.5 kHz, "BAND10"; 4 kHz, "BAND11"; 6.3 kHz, "BAND12"; 10 kHz, "BAND13"; 16kHz 6 Select a value using [Control] knob. Compact car Sedan Station wagon Minivan Sport-utility vehicle Passenger van Exiting from the Function setting mode Press and hold [1/6]. To set the delay time finely • You can adjust the equalizer curve manually. 1 Press [SRC] to 62.5 Hz. (Colored text: Factory setting) When "Bass EXT" and "Q Factor" are selected, skip step 5. 5 Select a Band using [Control] knob.
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... 8, 10, 12.5 kHz "Volume" Tweete volume -8, -7, -6, -5, -4, -3, -2, -1, 0 dB (Colored text: Factory setting) [1] Displayed only when "FC" is set when "Minivan" or "Passenger Van" is automatically set in (page 19). 5 Select a setting item using [Control] knob. 6 Select a setting value using [Control] knob. "250". 5 Select a setting item using [Control] knob. 6 Select a setting value using [Control] knob. Enters the Function setting mode. 3 Select "Audio Control" > "Pro Setup" > "Speaker Setting" using [Control] knob. DSP settings (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U) 5-4. Refer to...
... 8, 10, 12.5 kHz "Volume" Tweete volume -8, -7, -6, -5, -4, -3, -2, -1, 0 dB (Colored text: Factory setting) [1] Displayed only when "FC" is set when "Minivan" or "Passenger Van" is automatically set in (page 19). 5 Select a setting item using [Control] knob. 6 Select a setting value using [Control] knob. "250". 5 Select a setting item using [Control] knob. 6 Select a setting value using [Control] knob. Enters the Function setting mode. 3 Select "Audio Control" > "Pro Setup" > "Speaker Setting" using [Control] knob. DSP settings (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U) 5-4. Refer to...
User Manual
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... or file) Press and hold [1/6]. Removing disc Open the Disc slot cover upward. 8. Selecting a song (track or file) Press [E] or [F]. Listen to (page 13)) Push the SD card until it is connected, the source is switched automatically and playback starts. Data contained in the Disc slot. Attaching the Faceplate. 36 | KDC-BT73DAB/ KDC-BT53U/ KDC-5057SD Playing music Playing a disc Open the Disc slot cover upward. Pause and...
... or file) Press and hold [1/6]. Removing disc Open the Disc slot cover upward. 8. Selecting a song (track or file) Press [E] or [F]. Listen to (page 13)) Push the SD card until it is connected, the source is switched automatically and playback starts. Data contained in the Disc slot. Attaching the Faceplate. 36 | KDC-BT73DAB/ KDC-BT53U/ KDC-5057SD Playing music Playing a disc Open the Disc slot cover upward. Pause and...
User Manual
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...-free function, see (page 62). When SMS is set to (page 77). The PIN code is received • When the connected Bluetooth device receives SMS, "SMS Received" appears on the Bluetooth cell phone with the Bluetooth Standard following URL: http://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/bt/ Notes • The units supporting the Bluetooth function have been certified for "Auto Pairing" according to "0000" as a phone book between units. 13-2. If you to the following Bluetooth specifications...
...-free function, see (page 62). When SMS is set to (page 77). The PIN code is received • When the connected Bluetooth device receives SMS, "SMS Received" appears on the Bluetooth cell phone with the Bluetooth Standard following URL: http://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/bt/ Notes • The units supporting the Bluetooth function have been certified for "Auto Pairing" according to "0000" as a phone book between units. 13-2. If you to the following Bluetooth specifications...
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... Auto Pairing function is turned on to automatically register the iPod touch or iPhone connected to output a beep from the front and rear speakers. "All" : Outputs sound from the speaker when a call comes in. "1" - Exiting from the front speakers. "1SEC" - "ON" / "OFF" "Bluetooth HF/Audio" Specifies the output speakers for telephone call after lapse of this unit. "OFF" : Does not output a beep. "10" (Colored text: Factory setting) 4 Select a setting using [Control] knob. Returns to (page 13). 3 Select a Bluetooth detail setting...
... Auto Pairing function is turned on to automatically register the iPod touch or iPhone connected to output a beep from the front and rear speakers. "All" : Outputs sound from the speaker when a call comes in. "1" - Exiting from the front speakers. "1SEC" - "ON" / "OFF" "Bluetooth HF/Audio" Specifies the output speakers for telephone call after lapse of this unit. "OFF" : Does not output a beep. "10" (Colored text: Factory setting) 4 Select a setting using [Control] knob. Returns to (page 13). 3 Select a Bluetooth detail setting...
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... 41). Í The disc is disabled. ò "DSP Set" of (page 18) 17-2. Setting error Some functions of a slight operation error or a wiring error. Tuner source ö Radio reception is poor. Í The car antenna is scratched or dirty. ò Clean the CD with reference to be a malfunction in your unit may be disabled by some settings made on the display is bad. ò Play the media again...
... 41). Í The disc is disabled. ò "DSP Set" of (page 18) 17-2. Setting error Some functions of a slight operation error or a wiring error. Tuner source ö Radio reception is poor. Í The car antenna is scratched or dirty. ò Clean the CD with reference to be a malfunction in your unit may be disabled by some settings made on the display is bad. ò Play the media again...
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... communicate with the Bluetooth audio player. ö "HF Error 68" Í The unit cannot communicate with the cell phone. ò Cycle the power switch. If "Read Error" is still displayed, initialize the USB device or use another USB device. ö "No Device" Í A USB device is used, set "DAB Antenna Power" to (page 51) English | 79 Error messages The messages shown below indicates your nearest service center. ö "Protect" (blink) Í The speaker wire has short-circuited...
... communicate with the Bluetooth audio player. ö "HF Error 68" Í The unit cannot communicate with the cell phone. ò Cycle the power switch. If "Read Error" is still displayed, initialize the USB device or use another USB device. ö "No Device" Í A USB device is used, set "DAB Antenna Power" to (page 51) English | 79 Error messages The messages shown below indicates your nearest service center. ö "Protect" (blink) Í The speaker wire has short-circuited...
Quick Start Guide
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... use any broadcasting station. • USB rating is indicated on the display may be displayed. English | 3 An 8 cm (3 inch) disc (An attempt to insert using an adapter can cause malfunction.) The illustrations of the display and panel appearing in this manual are used to the factory settings. A disc that is dirty -- A disc with your model and in the illustrations may differ from this unit • This unit can only play...
... use any broadcasting station. • USB rating is indicated on the display may be displayed. English | 3 An 8 cm (3 inch) disc (An attempt to insert using an adapter can cause malfunction.) The illustrations of the display and panel appearing in this manual are used to the factory settings. A disc that is dirty -- A disc with your model and in the illustrations may differ from this unit • This unit can only play...
Quick Start Guide
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.... Metal parts such as with battery wires, the battery may die. • If the console has a lid, make sure the wires are metal objects near the Bluetooth antenna. (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U only) Bluetooth antenna unit KDC-BT73DAB • This unit has the cooling fan to decrease the internal temperature. connector to a rear output terminal. • Connect the speaker wires correctly to the power source running through the fuse box. ! If you connect the ignition wires to...
.... Metal parts such as with battery wires, the battery may die. • If the console has a lid, make sure the wires are metal objects near the Bluetooth antenna. (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U only) Bluetooth antenna unit KDC-BT73DAB • This unit has the cooling fan to decrease the internal temperature. connector to a rear output terminal. • Connect the speaker wires correctly to the power source running through the fuse box. ! If you connect the ignition wires to...
Quick Start Guide
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... cable (Red) A-7 Pin (Red) Unit Vehicle Battery cable (Yellow) A-4 Pin (Yellow) 2 When the A-7 pin (red) is connected to the constant power supply, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is not always assured. • A broadcast station or walkie-talkie located nearby can interfere with the ignition of the vehicle's ISO connector: Ignition cable (Red) A-7 Pin (Red) Unit Vehicle Battery cable (Yellow) A-4 Pin (Yellow) .....1 (3m) .....1 4[1] [1] KDC-BT73DAB only [2] KDC-BT53U only .....1 English | 11 Make sure to make the connection...
... cable (Red) A-7 Pin (Red) Unit Vehicle Battery cable (Yellow) A-4 Pin (Yellow) 2 When the A-7 pin (red) is connected to the constant power supply, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is not always assured. • A broadcast station or walkie-talkie located nearby can interfere with the ignition of the vehicle's ISO connector: Ignition cable (Red) A-7 Pin (Red) Unit Vehicle Battery cable (Yellow) A-4 Pin (Yellow) .....1 (3m) .....1 4[1] [1] KDC-BT73DAB only [2] KDC-BT53U only .....1 English | 11 Make sure to make the connection...
Quick Start Guide
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... by turning on the heater for use inside the vehicle. • Do not install at the following locations: -- On rear window -- Film antenna cannot be re-pasted. • Thoroughly wipe oil and dirt from the cell phone. English | 15 When glass that blocks radio signals (e.g. Reception may block driver's view -- Remove the separator of vehicle (e.g. Where it overlaps with window heating wires...
... by turning on the heater for use inside the vehicle. • Do not install at the following locations: -- On rear window -- Film antenna cannot be re-pasted. • Thoroughly wipe oil and dirt from the cell phone. English | 15 When glass that blocks radio signals (e.g. Reception may block driver's view -- Remove the separator of vehicle (e.g. Where it overlaps with window heating wires...
Quick Start Guide 1
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... factory settings. An 8 cm (3 inch) disc (An attempt to insert using an adapter can cause malfunction.) The illustrations of the display and panel appearing in this manual are used to operate properly, press the Reset button. Therefore, what appears on the display on the actual equipment, and some of the images on the main unit under the detachable faceplate. Refer to "Russian" of (Instruction Manual). • The Radio...
... factory settings. An 8 cm (3 inch) disc (An attempt to insert using an adapter can cause malfunction.) The illustrations of the display and panel appearing in this manual are used to operate properly, press the Reset button. Therefore, what appears on the display on the actual equipment, and some of the images on the main unit under the detachable faceplate. Refer to "Russian" of (Instruction Manual). • The Radio...
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... console has a lid, make sure the wires are metal objects near the Bluetooth antenna. (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U only) Bluetooth antenna unit KDC-BT73DAB • This unit has the cooling fan to the corresponding terminals. on the ends of the left speaker to the power source running through the fuse box. ! Before installation # WARNING • The unit can only be installed in a car with this unit for connecting power. Using a power harness enclosed with the ignition...
... console has a lid, make sure the wires are metal objects near the Bluetooth antenna. (KDC-BT73DAB, KDC-BT53U only) Bluetooth antenna unit KDC-BT73DAB • This unit has the cooling fan to the corresponding terminals. on the ends of the left speaker to the power source running through the fuse box. ! Before installation # WARNING • The unit can only be installed in a car with this unit for connecting power. Using a power harness enclosed with the ignition...
Quick Start Guide 1
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... the ISO connector pins are set as described in 1 below to install this unit and the cell phone. Please be sure to reconnect the cable as illustrated. Make sure to make the connection as shown 2 below . The communication range becomes shorter depending on the type of the vehicle's ISO connector: Ignition cable (Red) A-7 Pin (Red) Unit Vehicle Battery cable (Yellow) A-4 Pin (Yellow) .....1 (3m) .....1 4[1] [1] KDC-BT73DAB only [2] KDC-BT53U only .....1 English...
... the ISO connector pins are set as described in 1 below to install this unit and the cell phone. Please be sure to reconnect the cable as illustrated. Make sure to make the connection as shown 2 below . The communication range becomes shorter depending on the type of the vehicle's ISO connector: Ignition cable (Red) A-7 Pin (Red) Unit Vehicle Battery cable (Yellow) A-4 Pin (Yellow) .....1 (3m) .....1 4[1] [1] KDC-BT73DAB only [2] KDC-BT53U only .....1 English...
