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Question posted by joshwarner42285 on March 24th, 2023

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why is my unit changing from front USB to cd player on its own? There's never been a cd in it as long as I've owned i

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Answer #1: Posted by SonuKumar on March 24th, 2023 10:48 AM
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To perform a hard reset on the Kenwood KMR-555U, you can follow these steps:

Turn off the Kenwood KMR-555U by pressing and holding the power button until it shuts off.

Disconnect the power and any other cables from the unit.

Wait for a few minutes to allow the unit to discharge and reset.

Reconnect the power and any other cables to the unit.

Turn on the Kenwood KMR-555U by pressing and holding the power button until it turns on.

The unit should now be reset to its default settings.

If you're still having issues with the Kenwood KMR-555U after performing a hard reset, consult the user manual or contact Kenwood customer support for further assistance.

To update the firmware on your Kenwood KMR-555U, you can follow these steps:

Visit the Kenwood website and navigate to the support page for the KMR-555U.

Download the latest firmware update file for the KMR-555U.

Save the firmware update file onto a USB flash drive. The flash drive should be formatted to FAT32 and should not contain any other files.

Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on the front of the Kenwood KMR-555U.

Press the "SRC" button to select the USB source.

Press and hold the "5" button on the remote control for at least two seconds to enter the firmware update mode.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the firmware update process.

Once the firmware update is complete, remove the USB flash drive and restart the Kenwood KMR-555U.

It's important to note that updating the firmware on your Kenwood KMR-555U can be a delicate process, and any errors or interruptions during the update can cause permanent damage to the unit. Therefore, it's important to follow the instructions carefully and ensure that the firmware update file is compatible with your specific model of Kenwood KMR-555U before proceeding with the update. If you're unsure about any aspect of the firmware update process, it may be best to contact Kenwood customer support for assistance.


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Related Kenwood KMR-555U Manual Pages

Quick Start Guide - Page 1

...X897 KDC-BT855U KDC-X697 KDC-655U KMR-555U CD-RECEIVER Quick Start Guide AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD Guide de démarrage rapide REPRODUCTOR ... numbers whenever you obtain the best performance from your new CD-Receiver. Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you...-BT855U/ KDC-X697/ KDC-655U/ KMR-555U Serial number US Residence Only Register Online Register your records Record the ...
Quick Start Guide - Page 2

...Contents About the Quick Start Guide 2 Before use 3 Preparations 4 General operations 6 Playing music (CD/USB/iPod 7 Listening to the radio/HD Radio™ tuner/ SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio 8 Hands...9 Before installation 10 Connecting wires to terminals 12 Installing/Removing the unit 14 Installing the Microphone unit 15 Appendix 15 About the Quick Start Guide This Quick Start Guide...
Quick Start Guide - Page 3

...or your disc recorder.) -- In this precaution may not function properly if the connector between the unit and faceplate are dirty. Notes • If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood... that is not round -- Cleaning the connector The unit may result in your unit If the unit fails to ISO 8859-1 can only play the CDs with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Detach the...
Quick Start Guide - Page 4

...) [1/6] Release KDC-X997 KDC-BT955HD KDC-X897 KDC-BT855U KDC-X697 KDC-655U Canceling the Demonstration mode Cancel the Demonstration mode when you use the unit for the first time after installation. 1 Press [Control] knob to cancel the Demonstration mode when the message "To cancel DEMO Press the volume knob" appears...
Quick Start Guide - Page 5

... areas exposed to vibration. • The faceplate is a precision component of water English | 5 Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of the unit and can fall down due to direct sunlight, excessive heat or humidity. Power To turn the power OFF, press and hold [SRC]. To turn the...
Quick Start Guide - Page 6

...-BT855U. [4] Function of KDC-X897/ KDC-BT855U/ KDC-X697/ KDC-655U/ KMR-555U. The CA-U1EX (Max. 500mA) or KCA‑iP102 (optional accessories) is recommended to rear USB terminal[1][3] "aha (REAR)" aha™ of device connected via "aha" Bluetooth[1][3] Bluetooth audio[3] "BT AUDIO" CD[1] "CD" Auxiliary Input "AUX" [1] This source can be selected only when it...
Quick Start Guide - Page 7

... USB device to play a song (track or file) Press and hold [1/6]. Playing music (CD/USB/iPod) Disc slot [G] [Control] knob Disc slot cover CA-U1EX[1] KCA-iP102[1] [1/6] [E/F] [R/S] REAR USB indicator USB ... for the song you want to either one of the USB terminals provided at the front and rear of this unit. Insert a disc in audio files or iPod, Press and hold [E] or [F]. Determining selection...
Quick Start Guide - Page 8

...RADIO" (KDC-X997, KDC-BT955HD only)/ "TUNER" (KDC-X897/ KDC-BT855U/ KDC-X697/ KDC-655U/ KMR-555U) or "SiriusXM" (optional accessory). "6", SiriusXM: "1" - Recalling the stations/Channel in the memory 1 Press...mode, different bands and tuner sources (Radio, SiriusXM, HD Radio tuner etc.) can be changed. "6", SiriusXM: "1" - Listening to save in the station preset memory. 3 "HD RADIO...
Quick Start Guide - Page 9

...phone book of the cell phone is selected. Answering a phone call Press [Ú]. Connection to request this unit, operate the cell phone to select a phone number. 5 Press [Ú]. Disconnecting a call Press [&#...a number in the phone book Dial the phone number in this unit. 1 Operate the Bluetooth device to your cell phone. "Press the volume knob" appears. 2 Press [Control] knob. English |...
Quick Start Guide - Page 10

... to the car's chassis again after use your own screws. Using wrong screws, could damage the unit. • If your car's ignition key switch does not have an ACC position, connect the ...objects near the Bluetooth antenna. (KDC-X997, KDC-BT955HD, KDC-X897, KDC-BT855U only) Bluetooth antenna unit 10 | Quick Start Guide Metal parts such as with a new the same rating. • When connecting...
Quick Start Guide - Page 11

... with the cell phone within .....1 the line-of-sight distance of 10 m (30 ft). The above maximum communication range (10 m) is an obstacle between this unit and .....2 the cell phone. Installation accessories 1 2 3 4 For Good Reception To assure good reception, note the following: • Communicate with .....4 communication due to a too strong signal...
Quick Start Guide - Page 12

... speaker To front right speaker To rear left speaker To rear right speaker FM/AM antenna input (KDC-X897, KDC-BT855U, KDC-X697, KDC-655U, KMR-555U only) White White/Black Gray Gray/Black Green Green/Black Purple Purple/Black Wiring harness (Accessory1) Ignition key switch < • Speaker Impedance: 4 - 8 Ω Car fuse...
Quick Start Guide - Page 13

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Quick Start Guide - Page 14

... • The frame can be removed from the catch pins on the extraction key. 5 Pull the unit all the way out with the accessory screws. 3 4 8 mm MAX. 8mm MAX. Lock Catch Accessory2 ...2 When the upper part of frame. Installing/Removing the unit Non-Japanese cars Removing the trim plate 1 Engage the catch pins on the extraction key (Accessory2)...
Quick Start Guide - Page 15

... the cell phone. Adjust the direction of USB device • Playable disc media CD-R/RW/ROM • Playable disc file formats ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Long file name. • Playable USB devices USB mass storage class • Playable USB device file systems FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 The online manual about audio files is put on the compatibility with...
Quick Start Guide - Page 44

... However, there is no guarantee that the Industry Canada technical specification were met. Changes or modifications to this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,... different from that may not cause interference, and (2) this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is not installed and used in a residential installation. IC (Industry Canada)...
Quick Start Guide - Page 46

... current version of the Pandora application on your device. • iPhone/ iPod touch connected to change without prior notice. Android™ • Use Android OS 2.2 or later. • Download the Aha™ application to this unit. A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) NOTE • In the application on your device, log in and create...
Quick Start Guide - Page 47

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