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... provided below to read through this manual, click the button below . KDC-X996 KDC-BT952HD CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Before reading this instruction manual. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you obtain the best performance from your Kenwood product at www.Kenwoodusa.com © 2012 JVC KENWOOD Corporation 12FLIP_IM350_Ref_K_en_00 Model KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Serial number US Residents Only...
... provided below to read through this manual, click the button below . KDC-X996 KDC-BT952HD CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Before reading this instruction manual. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you obtain the best performance from your Kenwood product at www.Kenwoodusa.com © 2012 JVC KENWOOD Corporation 12FLIP_IM350_Ref_K_en_00 Model KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Serial number US Residents Only...
Instruction Manual
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.../ KDC-BT952HD Clock and Other Functions Clock & Date display type setting Clock Adjustment Date Adjustment Dual clock city setting Initial Settings Demonstration mode Setting Theft Deterrent Faceplate Audio Adjustments Audio Control Preset Equalizer curve Select Manual Equalizer Control Dual Zone System DSP Setup Car Type ...55 About Audio file iPod/iPhone that can be connected to this unit About USB device About Pandora® internet radio About "KENWOOD Music Editor" About the Cell-Phone/ Bluetooth Audio player About the SiriusXM tuner (Optional) Menu List City list 61 Accessories/ ...
.../ KDC-BT952HD Clock and Other Functions Clock & Date display type setting Clock Adjustment Date Adjustment Dual clock city setting Initial Settings Demonstration mode Setting Theft Deterrent Faceplate Audio Adjustments Audio Control Preset Equalizer curve Select Manual Equalizer Control Dual Zone System DSP Setup Car Type ...55 About Audio file iPod/iPhone that can be connected to this unit About USB device About Pandora® internet radio About "KENWOOD Music Editor" About the Cell-Phone/ Bluetooth Audio player About the SiriusXM tuner (Optional) Menu List City list 61 Accessories/ ...
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...will light means a status is stained badly, wipe the stain off with a cloth moistened with neutral cleaner, then wipe it with your Kenwood dealer. In such a situation, remove the disc and wait for the condensation to insert using this unit, pull them out horizontally. •... a clean soft dry cloth. ¤ • Applying spray cleaner directly to ISO 8859-1 can cause malfunction. 5 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 6 Called lens fogging, this manual are dirty. Refer to explain more clearly how the controls are dirty cannot be displayed. • The Radio Data System feature...
...will light means a status is stained badly, wipe the stain off with a cloth moistened with neutral cleaner, then wipe it with your Kenwood dealer. In such a situation, remove the disc and wait for the condensation to insert using this unit, pull them out horizontally. •... a clean soft dry cloth. ¤ • Applying spray cleaner directly to ISO 8859-1 can cause malfunction. 5 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 6 Called lens fogging, this manual are dirty. Refer to explain more clearly how the controls are dirty cannot be displayed. • The Radio Data System feature...
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...[MENU] 2 [VOL] 4 [MENU] 1 sec. ... ... ... See (page 27). 14 USB Terminal A USB device or an iPod can also be connected. 7 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD General operation Before Using Exit of Menu List mode. To determine the selected source, press the [VOL] knob. When your desired setup item is selected...Turning the [VOL] knob adjusts the sound volume. Menu List Operation The basic operating procedure for details. To scroll through texts on this manual, the above selection is displayed. To set "APP & iPod Mode" to open and CD can be inserted or ejected (press the ...
...[MENU] 2 [VOL] 4 [MENU] 1 sec. ... ... ... See (page 27). 14 USB Terminal A USB device or an iPod can also be connected. 7 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD General operation Before Using Exit of Menu List mode. To determine the selected source, press the [VOL] knob. When your desired setup item is selected...Turning the [VOL] knob adjusts the sound volume. Menu List Operation The basic operating procedure for details. To scroll through texts on this manual, the above selection is displayed. To set "APP & iPod Mode" to open and CD can be inserted or ejected (press the ...
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...the memory Turn the [VOL] knob and press [VOL] knob for later review and purchase from the iTunes® Store. 23 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Station Preset Memory Putting a station in the memory. 1 Select the radio band and tune in order each time you to register up...at least 2 seconds when the desired item is displayed. "Analog": Analog broadcasts only. Auto Memory Entry Putting stations with good reception automatically. "Manual": Normal manual tuning control. Memorizes 18 stations (FM) or 6 stations (AM) with good reception in the preset memory 2 Enter the Preset Memory mode ...
...the memory Turn the [VOL] knob and press [VOL] knob for later review and purchase from the iTunes® Store. 23 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Station Preset Memory Putting a station in the memory. 1 Select the radio band and tune in order each time you to register up...at least 2 seconds when the desired item is displayed. "Analog": Analog broadcasts only. Auto Memory Entry Putting stations with good reception automatically. "Manual": Normal manual tuning control. Memorizes 18 stations (FM) or 6 stations (AM) with good reception in the preset memory 2 Enter the Preset Memory mode ...
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... "Middle"/ "High" Virtually enhances the sound space using the DSP. "OFF"/ "Level1"/ "Level2"/ "Level3" 45 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD "Sound Elevation"*1 Virtually raises the sound field using the DSP. "Bass Boost"*2 Sets the Bass Boost level in the section is... - "-8" - Audio Adjustments SRC MENU VOL 4 ¢ Audio Control You can adjust following Audio Setting items. Display "SubWoofer Level"*2 "Preset Equalizer"*2 "Manual Equalizer"*2 "Pro Setup" "DSP Set"*2 "Car Type"*2 "Speaker Setting"*2 "X'Over"*2 "DTA Settings"*2 "Zone Control" "Sound Enhancements"*2 "Supreme" "HIGWAY...
... "Middle"/ "High" Virtually enhances the sound space using the DSP. "OFF"/ "Level1"/ "Level2"/ "Level3" 45 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD "Sound Elevation"*1 Virtually raises the sound field using the DSP. "Bass Boost"*2 Sets the Bass Boost level in the section is... - "-8" - Audio Adjustments SRC MENU VOL 4 ¢ Audio Control You can adjust following Audio Setting items. Display "SubWoofer Level"*2 "Preset Equalizer"*2 "Manual Equalizer"*2 "Pro Setup" "DSP Set"*2 "Car Type"*2 "Speaker Setting"*2 "X'Over"*2 "DTA Settings"*2 "Zone Control" "Sound Enhancements"*2 "Supreme" "HIGWAY...
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...-+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB 1.35/ 1.5/ 2.0 ( : Factory setting) KDC-BT952HD Band Item "BAND1"(62.5 Hz) "GAIN"Band level "B.Ex"Bass Effect "BAND2"(160 Hz) "GAIN"Band level "BAND3"(400 Hz) "GAIN"Band level "BAND4"(1 kHz... • When "iPod" is selected in the section (page 46), Manual Equalizer Control is displayed. 5 Exit Audio Control mode Press the [MENU] button for each source. 47 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Dual Zone System Main source and sub source (Auxiliary input) output Front ...
...-+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB -9 -+9 dB 1.35/ 1.5/ 2.0 ( : Factory setting) KDC-BT952HD Band Item "BAND1"(62.5 Hz) "GAIN"Band level "B.Ex"Bass Effect "BAND2"(160 Hz) "GAIN"Band level "BAND3"(400 Hz) "GAIN"Band level "BAND4"(1 kHz... • When "iPod" is selected in the section (page 46), Manual Equalizer Control is displayed. 5 Exit Audio Control mode Press the [MENU] button for each source. 47 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Dual Zone System Main source and sub source (Auxiliary input) output Front ...
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...displayed. To determine the selected source, press the [VOL] knob. 2 Enter Audio Control mode Press the [VOL] knob. 3 Enter Manual position setting mode Turn the [VOL] knob and press it when the desired item is displayed. Reference point FRONT +3.2 feet 1.7 feet FRONT..."Pro Setup" > "DTA Settings" > "DTA". 4 Select the speaker you want to compensate Turn the [VOL] knob to the speakers. 51 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD 3 Calculate the distance difference in accordance with the farthest speaker. "0" "-8" - Front-Left seat Front-Right seat Front seat ( : Factory setting) 1 ...
...displayed. To determine the selected source, press the [VOL] knob. 2 Enter Audio Control mode Press the [VOL] knob. 3 Enter Manual position setting mode Turn the [VOL] knob and press it when the desired item is displayed. Reference point FRONT +3.2 feet 1.7 feet FRONT..."Pro Setup" > "DTA Settings" > "DTA". 4 Select the speaker you want to compensate Turn the [VOL] knob to the speakers. 51 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD 3 Calculate the distance difference in accordance with the farthest speaker. "0" "-8" - Front-Left seat Front-Right seat Front seat ( : Factory setting) 1 ...
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... 49) - Select "Pro Setup" > "Preset" > "Memory". 3 Select the number to the value which was recalled by the selected source. 53 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 54 "Recall Completed" is displayed. 5 Exit Audio Control mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. ⁄ • The ...Channel Level Fine Adjustments (page 52) 2 Enter Audio preset memory mode Turn the [VOL] knob and press it when the desired item is displayed. Manual Equalizer Control (page 47) - X'Over Setting (page 50) - Select a source other than "STANDBY". ✍✍SRC Select mode 2: Press...
... 49) - Select "Pro Setup" > "Preset" > "Memory". 3 Select the number to the value which was recalled by the selected source. 53 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 54 "Recall Completed" is displayed. 5 Exit Audio Control mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. ⁄ • The ...Channel Level Fine Adjustments (page 52) 2 Enter Audio preset memory mode Turn the [VOL] knob and press it when the desired item is displayed. Manual Equalizer Control (page 47) - X'Over Setting (page 50) - Select a source other than "STANDBY". ✍✍SRC Select mode 2: Press...
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...is displayed. 3 By operating the cell-phone, start the hands- Downloading the Phone Book Download the phone book data from the cell-phone manually 1 By operating the cell-phone, end the hands-free connection. 2 By operating the cell-phone, send the phone book data to this... case, try downloading manually. To download from the cellphone to this unit. • During downloading: "Downloading" is displayed. • After completion of this unit Hands-free phoning Audio playback Phone Book downloading 5 Exit BT test mode Press the [VOL] knob. 59 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 60 To...
...is displayed. 3 By operating the cell-phone, start the hands- Downloading the Phone Book Download the phone book data from the cell-phone manually 1 By operating the cell-phone, end the hands-free connection. 2 By operating the cell-phone, send the phone book data to this... case, try downloading manually. To download from the cellphone to this unit. • During downloading: "Downloading" is displayed. • After completion of this unit Hands-free phoning Audio playback Phone Book downloading 5 Exit BT test mode Press the [VOL] knob. 59 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 60 To...
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... knob. Select "BT Settings" > "SMS" > "SMS Reply". 3 Set to the desired Reply setting Reply setting Auto Manual OFF Display Operation "AUTO" Replies to (page 63). 61 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 62 If an SMS is received from "Settings" in transmission of the list. Selecting "NO" cancels the reply. ...Return message setting You can reply to it in the same manner as you selected "Manual". • "Send Error" is ...
... knob. Select "BT Settings" > "SMS" > "SMS Reply". 3 Set to the desired Reply setting Reply setting Auto Manual OFF Display Operation "AUTO" Replies to (page 63). 61 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 62 If an SMS is received from "Settings" in transmission of the list. Selecting "NO" cancels the reply. ...Return message setting You can reply to it in the same manner as you selected "Manual". • "Send Error" is ...
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...162;] button. Press the [DISP] button. Pressing the [38] button again determines the message. Canceling the SMS manual reply Press the [SRC] button. 63 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 64 Selecting "NO" will resend the reply message. SMS (Short Message Service) Creating an original message .... 2 Enter SMS Message select mode Turn the [VOL] knob and press it when the desired item is displayed. Selecting "NO" cancels the SMS manual reply. 2 Select the desired message (language) Turn the [VOL] knob to step create a message. 6 Determine the message Press the [VOL] ...
...162;] button. Press the [DISP] button. Pressing the [38] button again determines the message. Canceling the SMS manual reply Press the [SRC] button. 63 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD English | 64 Selecting "NO" will resend the reply message. SMS (Short Message Service) Creating an original message .... 2 Enter SMS Message select mode Turn the [VOL] knob and press it when the desired item is displayed. Selecting "NO" cancels the SMS manual reply. 2 Select the desired message (language) Turn the [VOL] knob to step create a message. 6 Determine the message Press the [VOL] ...
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...SiriusXM Satellite Radio operation requires the connection of your Radio ID For each SiriusXM Vehicle Connect tuner, peculiar Radio ID is assigned. "Channel": Normal manual seeking control. Refer to store in the memory. 1 Select the channel you wish to (page 68) "OFF"/ "ON" "Alert Item Edit...displayed. TO SUBSCRIBE" appears. • The radio may take a little time to start after you to register up to 0 channel. 65 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD SiriusXM tuner Setting You can be registered for 10 seconds. 1 Select Satellite Radio source 2 Enter Menu List mode Press the [MENU] button. 3...
...SiriusXM Satellite Radio operation requires the connection of your Radio ID For each SiriusXM Vehicle Connect tuner, peculiar Radio ID is assigned. "Channel": Normal manual seeking control. Refer to store in the memory. 1 Select the channel you wish to (page 68) "OFF"/ "ON" "Alert Item Edit...displayed. TO SUBSCRIBE" appears. • The radio may take a little time to start after you to register up to 0 channel. 65 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD SiriusXM tuner Setting You can be registered for 10 seconds. 1 Select Satellite Radio source 2 Enter Menu List mode Press the [MENU] button. 3...
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...• iPod touch (2nd generation) • iPod touch (1st generation) • iPod classic • iPod with this unit. http://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ipod/ ⁄ • If you start playback after connecting the iPod, the music that contains audio files with database information ... the Instruction manual, the term "Music Editor media" is powered. • Install the USB device in abnormal playback. Refer to transfer the music from an audio player. • AVRCP is played first. You need to purchase a commercially available USB device. 75 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD • ...
...• iPod touch (2nd generation) • iPod touch (1st generation) • iPod classic • iPod with this unit. http://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ipod/ ⁄ • If you start playback after connecting the iPod, the music that contains audio files with database information ... the Instruction manual, the term "Music Editor media" is powered. • Install the USB device in abnormal playback. Refer to transfer the music from an audio player. • AVRCP is played first. You need to purchase a commercially available USB device. 75 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD • ...
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...Detroit Dhaka Ekaterinburg Harare Helsinki Hong Kong Islamabad Istanbul Jakarta Jerusalem Johannesburg Kabul 79 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Time Difference -10:00 -9:00 -8:00 -7:00 -7:00 -6:00 -5:00 -5:00... City Midway Is. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate English | 80 JVC KENWOOD Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN THIS PRODUCT CMPLIES WITH DHHS... environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in the instruction manual. Under Industry Canada regulations, this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is ...
...Detroit Dhaka Ekaterinburg Harare Helsinki Hong Kong Islamabad Istanbul Jakarta Jerusalem Johannesburg Kabul 79 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Time Difference -10:00 -9:00 -8:00 -7:00 -7:00 -6:00 -5:00 -5:00... City Midway Is. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate English | 80 JVC KENWOOD Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN THIS PRODUCT CMPLIES WITH DHHS... environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in the instruction manual. Under Industry Canada regulations, this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is ...
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... the catch pins on the upper part of the film-type or short pole type antenna. (Max. 300mA, 12V) To connect the Kenwood navigation system, consult your navigation manual. If the unit is unstable, it in place. ⁄ • Make sure that the unit is installed securely in the console...holes in the figure. Japanese cars 1 Remove the hard rubber frame with the accessory screws. Ignition key switch Car fuse box (Main fuse) 83 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD + - Lift up and pull the frame forward as shown. 4 Lower the removal tool toward the bottom, and then pull out the unit halfway ...
... the catch pins on the upper part of the film-type or short pole type antenna. (Max. 300mA, 12V) To connect the Kenwood navigation system, consult your navigation manual. If the unit is unstable, it in place. ⁄ • Make sure that the unit is installed securely in the console...holes in the figure. Japanese cars 1 Remove the hard rubber frame with the accessory screws. Ignition key switch Car fuse box (Main fuse) 83 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD + - Lift up and pull the frame forward as shown. 4 Lower the removal tool toward the bottom, and then pull out the unit halfway ...
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Turn the microphone toward the driver. 85 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Troubleshooting Guide Some functions of this unit may be insufficient depending on this unit. ! • Cannot set up the subwoofer. • No output from the ... at a low level. The hands-free talk volume can be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring. Cannot set up the subwoofer position of Manual position setting. ▲ • T he DSP function is disabled. "DSP Set" of (page 45) • In the speaker select option, None is selected for...
Turn the microphone toward the driver. 85 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Troubleshooting Guide Some functions of this unit may be insufficient depending on this unit. ! • Cannot set up the subwoofer. • No output from the ... at a low level. The hands-free talk volume can be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring. Cannot set up the subwoofer position of Manual position setting. ▲ • T he DSP function is disabled. "DSP Set" of (page 45) • In the speaker select option, None is selected for...
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...ON. If the "Protect" code does not disappear, consult your nearest service center. Tag Error: The unit is activated. 87 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Wire or insulate the speaker cable properly and press the reset button. HF Disconnect: The unit cannot communicate with reference to...Bluetooth audio player. Troubleshooting Guide ? If no playable audio file. TOC Error: • T he CD is specified in the Instruction Manual for communication. The downloading of the connected USB device is unavailable. No Device: The USB device is selected as Alert content...
...ON. If the "Protect" code does not disappear, consult your nearest service center. Tag Error: The unit is activated. 87 | KDC-X996/ KDC-BT952HD Wire or insulate the speaker cable properly and press the reset button. HF Disconnect: The unit cannot communicate with reference to...Bluetooth audio player. Troubleshooting Guide ? If no playable audio file. TOC Error: • T he CD is specified in the Instruction Manual for communication. The downloading of the connected USB device is unavailable. No Device: The USB device is selected as Alert content...