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USER MANUAL DPX505BT KENWOOD

Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.

Model DPX505BT

Serial number

US Residents Only

Register Online

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety.

JVCKENWOOD Corporation

2967-3. ISHIKAWA-MACHI

THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21CFR

SUBCHAPTER J IN EFFECT AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.

Location:Top Plate

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material—special handling may apply. See www.dttsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

FCC CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Supplier's Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: KENWOOD

Products: DUAL DIN SIZED CD RECEIVER

Model Name: DPX505BT

Responsible Party: JVCKENWOOD USA CORPORATION

4001 Worsham Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90808, U.S.A.

PHONE: 1-800-252-5722

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

ISED Caution

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Attention de 'ISED

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION

This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person's body.

ATTENTION

The software embedded in the Product (hereinafter the "Licensed Software") provided by Licensor is copyrighted to or sublicensable by the Licensor, and this Agreement provides for the terms and conditions which Users shall follow in order to use the Licensed Software.

The User shall use the Licensed Software by agreeing with the terms of this Software License Agreement. This Agreement shall be deemed completed at the time the User (hereinafter the "User") initially used the Product in which the "Licensed Software" is embedded.

The Licensed Software may include the software which has been licensed to the Licensor directly or indirectly from any third party. In such case, some third parties require the Users to follow their conditions for use separately from this Software License Agreement. Such software shall not be subject to this Agreement, and the Users are urged to read the "Important Notice concerning the Software" to be provided separately below.

Article 1 General Provision

The Licensee shall grant to the User a non-exclusive and non-transferable (other than the exceptional case referred to in Article 3, Paragraph 1) licensed to use the Licensed Software within the country of the User. (the country where the User bought the Product (hereinafter the "Country")

Article 2 License

The license granted under this Agreement shall be the right to use the Licensed Software in the Product.
The User shall not duplicate, copy, modify, add, translate or otherwise alter, or lease the Licensed Software and any related documents, whether in whole or in part.
The use of the Licensed Software shall be limited to personal purpose, and the Licensed Software shall not be distributed, licensed or sub-licensed whether it is for commercial purpose or not.
The User shall use the Licensed Software according to the directions described in the operation manual or help file, and is prohibited to use or duplicate any data in a manner violating the Copyright Law or any other laws and regulations by applying whole or a part of the Licensed Software.

Article 3 Conditions for Grant of License

When the User transfers the Product, it may also transfer the license to use the Licensed Software embedded in the Product (including any related materials, updates and upgrades) on condition that no original, copies or related materials continue in the possession of the User, and that the User shall cause the transferee to comply with this Software License Agreement.
The User shall not carry out reverse engineering, disassembling, decompiling or any other code analysis works in connection with the Licensed Software.

Article 4 Right pertaining to the Licensed Software

Any and all copyrights and other rights pertaining to the Licensed Software and related documents shall belong to the Licensee or the original holder of the right who granted to the Licensee the license or sublicense for the Licensed Software (hereinafter the "Original Rightholder"), and the User shall not be entitled to any right other than the license granted hereunder, in respect of the Licensed Software and any related documents.

Article 5 Indemnification of Licensee

Neither the License nor the Original Rightholder shall be liable for any damage incurred by the User or any third party due to the exercise of the license granted to the User under this Agreement, unless otherwise restricted by law.
The Licensee will offer no guarantee for the merchantability, convertibility and consistency with certain objective of the Licensed Software.

Article 6 Liability to Third Party

If any dispute has arisen with any third party due to an infringement upon a copyright, patent or any other intellectual property right that was caused by the User's use of the Licensed Software, the User shall settle such dispute at its own cost and hold the Licensee and the Original Rightholder harmless from any inconvenience it may cause.

Article 7 Confidentiality

The User shall keep the confidentiality of such portion of the Licensed Software, related documents thereof or any other information to be granted under this Agreement, as well as the conditions of this Agreement as has not yet entered the public domain, and shall not disclose or divulge the same to any third party without approval of the Licensor.

Article 8 Termination

In case the User falls under any of the events described in the following items, the Licensor may immediately terminate this Agreement or claim that the User compensates for the damage incurred by the Licensor due to such event:

(1) when the User violated any provision of this Agreement; or
(2) when a petition has been filed against the User for an attachment, provisional attachment, provisional disposition or any other compulsory execution.

Article 9 Destruction of the Licensed Software

If this Agreement is terminated pursuant to the provision of Article 8, the User shall destroy the Licensed Software, any related documents and copies thereof within two (2) weeks from such date of termination.

Article 10 Protection of Copyright

The copyright and all the other intellectual property rights relating to the Licensed Software shall belong to the Licensor and the Original Rightholder, and in no event shall they be under the ownership of the User.
The User shall, whenever it uses the Licensed Software, comply with any laws relating to the copyright and other intellectual property rights.

Article 11 Export Restriction

It is prohibited to export the Licensed Software and any related documents outside the country of the User (including transmission thereof outside the country of the User via Internet of other communication tools).
The User shall understand that the Licensed Software shall be subject to the export restrictions adopted by the country of User and any other countries.
The User shall agree that the software will be subject to any and all applicable international and domestic laws (including the export control regulation of the country of User and any other countries, and any restrictions concerning the end-users, the use by end-users and importing countries to be provided by the country of User and any other countries, and any other governmental authorities).

Article 12 Miscellaneous

In the event any part of this Agreement is invalidated by operation of law, the residual provisions shall continue in force.
Matters not stipulated in this Agreement or any ambiguity or question raised in the construction of this Agreement shall be provided or settled upon good-faith consultation between the Licensor and the User.
The Licensor and the User hereby agree that this Agreement is governed by the laws of Japan, and any dispute arising from, and relating to the rights and obligations under, this Agreement shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Tokyo District Court for its first instance.

Important Notice concerning the Software

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Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:

The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software.

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This software is provided 'as-is', without any express or implied warranty. In no event will the authors be held liable for any damages arising from the use of this software.

Permission is granted to anyone to use this software for any purpose, including commercial applications, and to alter it and redistribute it freely, subject to the following restrictions:

The origin of this software must not be misrepresented; you must not claim that you wrote the original software. If you use this software in a product, an acknowledgment in the product documentation would be appreciated but is not required.
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You may obtain a copy of the license at

https://opensource.org/licenses/BSD-3-Clause

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CARNEGIE MELLON ALLOWS FREE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE IN ITS "AS IS" CONDITION. CARNEGIE MELLON DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY OF ANY KIND FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATsoever RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE.

Carnegie Mellon requests users of this software to return to

Software Distribution Coordinator or Software.Distribution@CS.CMU.EDU

School of Computer Science

Carnegie Mellon University

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any improvements or extensions that they make and grant Carnegie the rights to redistribute these changes.

License is also granted to make and use derivative works provided that such works are identified as "derived from the RSA Data Security, Inc. MD4 Message-Digest Algorithm" in all material mentioning or referencing the derived work.

RSA Data Security, Inc. makes no representations concerning either the merchantability of this software or the suitability of this software for any particular purpose. It is provided "as is" without express or implied warranty of any kind.

You may redistribute unmodified or modified versions of this source code provided that the above copyright notice and this and the following conditions are retained.

This software is provided "as is", and comes with no warranties of any kind. I shall in no event be liable for anything that happens to anyone/anything when using this software.

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THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE.

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Licensed under the Apache License,

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You may obtain a copy of the license at

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THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTYES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ASING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE.

Before Use. 3

Basics 4

Getting Started 5

1 Select the display language and cancel the demonstration
2 Set the clock and date
3 Set the other optional settings

Radio 7
CD/USB/iPod. 9
SiriusXM Radio 12
AUX. 16
KENWOOD Remote Application 16
Bluetooth 17

Bluetooth - Connection

Bluetooth - Mobile phone

Bluetooth-Audio

AMAZON ALEXA 23
Audio Settings 26
Display Settings 29
Installation/Connection 30

References 33

Maintenance
More information
Change the display information

Troubleshooting 35
Specifications 38

How to read this manual

The displays and faceplates shown in this manual are examples used to provide clear explanations of the operations. For this reason, they may be different from the actual displays or faceplates.
Operations are explained mainly using buttons on the faceplate.
English indications are used for the purpose of explanation. You can select the display language from the [FUNCTION] menu. (Page 7)
[XX] indicates the selected items.
(Page XX) indicates references are available on the stated page.

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This symbol on the product means there are important operating and maintenance instructions in this manual. Be sure to carefully read instructions in this manual.

BeforeUse

IMPORTANT

To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using this product. It is especially important that you read and observeWarnings and Cautions in this manual.
- Please keep the manual in a safe and accessible place for future reference.

WARNING

Do not operate any function that takes your attention away from safe driving.
Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard.

The remote control supplied with this product contains a coin/button cell battery.

If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.

Keep new and used batteries away from children.

If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.

If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

CAUTION

Volume setting:

Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car to prevent accidents.
Lower the volume before playing digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of the output level.

General:

Avoid using the external device if it might hinder safe driving.
Make sure all important data has been backed up. We shall bear no responsibility for any loss of recorded data.
Never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit to prevent a short circuit.
If a disc error occurs due to condensation on the laser lens, eject the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.
Depending on the types of cars, the antenna will automatically extend when you turn on the unit with the antenna control wire connected (page 32). Turn off the unit or change the source to STANDBY when parking at a low ceiling area.

Remote control (RC-406):

Do not leave the remote control in hot places such as on the dashboard.
Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Ensure to replace only with the same type.
Risk of fire, explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas if the battery is left in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment and/or subjected extremely low air pressure. The battery pack or batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Risk of fire, explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas if the battery is disposed into fire or a hot oven, recharged, shorted, mechanically crushed or cut of the battery.
If spilled fluid comes in contact with your eyes or on clothing, immediately rinse with water and consult a physician.

Basics

Faceplate

KENWOOD DPX505BT - Faceplate - 1

KENWOOD DPX505BT - Faceplate - 2

Only for illustration purpose.

To On the faceplate

Turn on the power	Press SRC. • Press and hold to turn off the power.
Adjust the volume Turn the volume knob.
Select a source	• Press SRCrepeatedly. • Press SRC, then turn the volume knob within 2 seconds.
Change the display information Press DISP repeatedly. (Page 34)

ENGLISH

Basics

Remote control (RC-406)

This unit can be remotely controlled with an optionally purchased remote control.

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How to replace the battery

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To On the remote control

Adjust the volume Press VOL or VON

Press and hold VOL to continuously increase the volume to 15.
Press ATT during playback to attenuate the sound.
Press again to cancel.

Select a source Press SRC repeatedly.

Turn off the power Press and hold SRC to turn off the power.

(Pressing SRC does not turn on the power.)

GettingStarted

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Select the display language and cancel the demonstration

When you turn on the power for the first time (or [FACTORY RESET] is set to [YES], see page 7), the display shows: "SEL LANGUAGE" "PRESS" "VOLUME KNOB"

1 Turn the volume knob to select [ENG] (English) / [SPA] (Spanish) / [FRE] (French), then press the knob.

[ENG] is selected for the initial setup.

en, the display shows: "CANCEL DEMO" "PRESS" "VOLUME KNOB".

2 Press the volume knob again.

[YES] is selected for the initial setup.

3 Press the volume knob again.

"DEMO OFF" appears.

GettingStarted

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Set the clock and date

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select [LOCK], then press the knob.

To adjust the clock

3 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK ADJUST], then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to make the settings, then press the knob. Set the time in the order of "Hour" "Minute".
5 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK FORMAT], then press the knob.
6 Turn the volume knob to select [12H] or [24H], then press the knob.

To set the date

7 Turn the volume knob to select [DATE FORMAT], then press the knob.
8 Turn the volume knob to select [DD/MM/YY] or [MM/DD/YY], then press the knob.
9 Turn the volume knob to select [DATE SET], then press the knob.
10 Turn the volume knob to make the settings, then press the knob. Set the date in the order of "Day" "Month" "Year" or "Month" "Day".

"Year".

11 Press and hold o/exit.

To return to the previous setting item, press Q/

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Set the other optional settings

You can only set the following items while the unit is in STANDBY source.

1 Press SRC repeatedly to enter STANDBY.
2 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
3 Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then press the knob.
4 Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or activated.
5 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press

6 ENGLISH

Default: [XX]

[DISPLAY]
[EASY MENU]	When entering [FUNCTION]... [ON]: [LCD DISPLAY] illumination changes to white color. ; [OFF]: [LCD DISPLAY] illumination remains as [COLOR SELECT] color. (Page 30) · [KEY 1] and [KEY 2] illuminations change to light blue color when you enter [FUNCTION], regardless of the [EASY MENU] setting. · Refer to the illustration on page 29 for zone identification.
[TUNER SETTING]
[PRESETTYPE]	[NORMAL]: Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band (FM1/FM2/FM3/AM). ; [MIX]: Memorizes one station or SiriusXM channel for each preset button, regardless of the selected band or SiriusXM channel.
[SYSTEM]
[KEY BEEP]	[ON]: Activates the keypress tone. ; [OFF]: Deactivates.
[SOURCESELECT]
[BT AUDIO SRC]	[ON]: Enables BT AUDIO in source selection. ; [OFF]: Disables. (Page 22)
[BUILT-IN AUX]	[ON]: Enables AUX in source selection. ; [OFF]: Disables. (Page 16)
[CD READ]	[1]: Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD. ; [2]: Forces to play as a music CD. No sound can be heard if an audio file disc is played.

GettingStarted

[F/W UPDATE]
[UPDATE SYSTEM]
[F/W UP xxxx]	[YES]: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; [NO]: Cancels (upgrading is not activated). For details on how to update the firmware, visit <https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/>. · Once you have upgraded the firmware, you are unable to downgrade the firmware.
[FACTORYRESET]	[YES]: Resets the settings to default (except the stored station). ; [NO]: Cancels.
[ENGLISH]	Select the display language for [FUNCTION] menu and music information if applicable. By default, [ENGLISH] is selected.
[ESPANOL]
[FRANCAIS]

Radio

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"ST" indicator lights up when receiving an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength.
The unit switches to FM alarm automatically when receiving an alarm signal from FM broadcast.

Search for a station

1 Press SRC repeatedly to select RADIO.
2 Press BAND repeatedly (or press #FM+/ *AM- on the remote control) to select FM1/FM2/FM3/AM.
3 Press 1 / (or press 1 / (+) on the remote control) to search for a station.

You can store up to 18 stations for FM and 6 stations for AM.

To store a station: Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6).
To select a stored station: Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6) or press one of the number buttons (1 to 6) on the remote control).

Radio

Direct Access Tuning (using the remote control)

1 Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning.
2 Press the number buttons to enter a station frequency.
3 Press ENT to search for a station.

To cancel, press or DIRECT.
- If no operation is done for 10 seconds after step 2, Direct Access Tuning is automatically canceled.

Other settings

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then press the knob.
3 Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated or follow the instructions stated on the selected item.
4 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press /

Default: [XX]

[TUNER SETTING]
[SEEK MODE]	Selects the searching method for !-▶/▶1 buttons when pressed. [AUTO1]: Automatically search for a station.; [AUTO2]: Search for a preset station.; [MANUAL]: Manually search for a station.
[AUTO MEMORY]	[YES]: Automatically starts memorizing 6 stations with good reception.; [NO]: Cancels. • Selectable only if [NORMAL] is selected for [PRESET TYPE]. (Page 6)
[MONO SET]	[ON]: Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect will be lost.; [OFF]: Cancels.

[TI] [ON]: Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information if available ("TI" indicator lights up) while listening to all sources except in AM.; [OFF]: Cancels.
[PTY SEARCH] Select the available Program Type (see the following "Available Program Type for [PTY SEARCH]", then press ↓/▶ to start.
[CLOCK]
[TIME SYNC]	[ON]: Synchronizes the unit's time to the Radio Broadcast Data System station time.; [OFF]: Cancels.

[MONO SET]/[TI]/[PTY SEARCH] is selectable only when the band is FM1/FM2/ FM3.
If the volume is adjusted during reception of traffic information, alarm or news bulletin, the adjusted volume is memorized automatically. It will be applied the next time traffic information, alarm or news bulletin is turned on.

Available Program Type for [PTY SEARCH]

[SPEECH]: [NEWS], [INFORM] (information), [SPORTS], [TALK], [LANGUAGE], [REL TALK] (religious talk), [PERSNLY] (personality), [PUBLIC], [COLLEGE], [HABL ESP] (spanish talk), [WEATHER] [MUSIC]: [ROCK], [CLS ROCK] (classic rock), [ADLT HIT] (adult hits), [SOFT RCK] (softrock), [TOP 40], [COUNTRY], [OLDIES], [SOFT], [NOSTALGA] (nostalgia), [JAZZ], [CLASSICL] (classical), [R & B] (rhythm and blues), [SOFT R&B] (soft rhythm and blues), [REL MUSC] (religious music), [MUSC ESP] (spanish music), [HIP HOP]

The unit will search for the Program Type categorized under [SPEECH] or [MUSIC] if selected.

CD/USB/iPod

Insert a disc

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The source changes to CD automatically and playback starts.

Connect a USB device

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The source changes to USB automatically and playback starts.

Do not leave the cable inside the car when not in use.

Connect an iPod/iPhone

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See "Set the playable source for iPod/Phone" on page 10 to start playback.
- You can also connect iPod/Phone via Bluetooth. (Page 18)

1 KCA-iP103: Lightning type
2 Do not leave the cable inside the car when not in use.

Basic operations

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Selectable source:CD/USB/iPod USB or iPod BT

For playable audio file, see "Playable files" on page 33.

CD/USB/iPod

To On the faceplate On the remote control
Play back/pause	Press 6▶■. Press ENT▶■.
Reverse/ Fast-forward	Press and hold ↓▼/▶■.	Press and hold ↓▼/▶■(+)
Select a track/file	Press ↓▼/▶■.	Press ↓▼/▶■(+)
Select a folder* Press 1	▲/2▼Press #FM- / AM- . *
Repeat play Press 4	●repeatedly. [TRACK REPEAT]/[ALL REPEAT]: Audio CD [FILE REPEAT]/[FOLDER REPEAT]/[ALL REPEAT]: MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC file [REPEAT ONE]/[REPEAT ALL]/[REPEAT OFF]: iPod
Random play Press 3	×●repeatedly. [DISC RANDOM]/[RANDOM OFF]: Audio CD [FOLDER RANDOM]/[RANDOM OFF]: MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC file [SHUFFLE ON]/[SHUFFLE OFF]: iPod
	Press and hold 3× to select [ALL RANDOM].*

For CD: Only for MP3/WMA/AAC files. This does not work for iPod.

Select music drive

While in USB source, press 5 repeatedly.

Stored songs in the following drive will be played back.

Selected internal or external memory of a smartphone (Mass Storage Class).
Selected drive of a multiple drive device. (This unit can support multiple drive device of up to 4 drives. However, this unit may take some time to read if three or more cards are connected.)

10 ENGLISH

You can also select the music drive from the [FUNCTION] menu.

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select [USB], then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [MUSIC DRIVE], then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to select [DRIVE CHANGE], then press the knob.

The next drive ( [DRIVE 1] to [DRIVE 4]) is selected automatically playback starts.

5 Repeat step 1 to step 4 to select the following drives.
6 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press /

Set the playable source for iPod/iPhone

You can make the following setting at all sources except at iPod USB source and iPod BT source.

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select an item (page 11), then press the knob.
3 Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated.
4 Press and hold a.

To return to the previous setting item, press /

CD/USB/iPod

Default: [XX]

[USB]

[IPHONE SETUP] [BT]: iPod BT source is available if iPod/Phone is connected via Bluetooth.

If you connect the iPod/iPhone via USB input terminal, iPod USB source is not available.

However, once the Bluetooth is disconnected, iPod USB source will become available.

[USB]: iPod USB source is available if iPod/iPhone is connected via USB input terminal, regardless of whether Bluetooth connection is available or not.

Alexa mobile application cannot be used when iPod USB source is selected.

Direct Music Search (using the remote control)

1 Press DIRECT.
2 Press the number buttons to enter a track/file number.
3 Press ENT to search for music.

To cancel, press or DIRECT.
Not available if Random Play is selected.
Not applicable for iPod USB source.

Select a file to play

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From a folder or list

1 Press Q/
2 Turn the volume knob to select a folder/list, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select a file, then press the knob.

Selected file starts playing.

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Quick search(applicable only for CD source and USB source)

If you have many files, you can search through them quickly.

1 Press .a/b
2 Turn the volume knob to select a folder/list, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob quickly to browse through the list quickly.
4 Turn the volume knob to select a file, then press the knob.

Selected file starts playing.

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Skip search(applicable only for iPod USB source and iPod BT source)

If you have many files in the selected list, you can perform the following to search for a file by skipping through the list at a rate selected in [SKIP SEARCH].

1 Press .Q/
2 Turn the volume knob to select a list, then press the knob.
3 Press / to search at a preset skip search ratio.

Pressing and holding 1 × 100 / 1 × 100 searches at a 10 % ratio regardless of the [SKIP SEARCH] settings.

4 Turn the volume knob to select a file, then press the knob.

Selected file starts playing.

[SKIP SEARCH] setting

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select [USB], then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [SKIP SEARCH], then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to select the skip search ratio, then press the knob.

0.5%/[1%]/[5%]/[10%]

The skip search ratio is shown as a percentage of the total files.

5 Press and hold ext.

CD/USB/iPod SiriusXM Radio

Alphabet search(applicable only for iPod USB source and iPod BT source)

You can search for a file according to the first character.

1 Press .Q/5
2 Turn the volume knob to select a list, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob quickly to enter character search.
4 Turn the volume knob to select the character.

Select " * " to search for a character other than A to Z, 0 to 9.
5 Press 一 /to move to the entry position.
You can enter up to 3 characters.
6 Press the volume knob to start searching.
7 Turn the volume knob to select a file, then press the knob.

Selected file starts playing.

To return to the root folder/first file/top menu, press 5. (Not applicable for BT AUDIO source.)
To return to the previous setting item, press / .
To cancel, press and hold a/s.

Only SiriusXM® brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite radio.

A SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required.
For more information, visit .

Preparation:

1 Connect the optional SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner (commercially available).

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2 Check your Radio ID for activation.

The SiriusXM Radio ID is required for activation and can be found by tuning to Channel 0 as well as on the label found on the SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner and its packaging.

The Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S or F.

3 Activate the subscription.

For users in the U.S.A.:

Online: Go to

Phone: Call 1-866-635-2349

For users in Canada:

Online: Go to

Phone: Call 1-888-539-7474

4 Press SRC repeatedly to select SIRIUS XM to start updating.

SiriusXM Radio

Start listening

1 Press SRC repeatedly to select SIRIUS XM.
2 Press BAND repeatedly to select a band.
3 Press .Q/5

"Indicator lights up.

4 Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press the knob. If "ALL CHANNELS" is selected, all the available channels will be shown.
5 Turn the volume knob to select a channel, then press the knob.

Pressing and holding 1/2 changes the channel rapidly.
If no operation is done for 10 seconds, a channel will be selected automatically.

(or)

Press to search for a channel manually.
- Pressing and holding changes the channel rapidly.

If a locked channel or a mature channel is selected, a pass code input screen appears. Enter the pass code to receive the channel. (Page 15)

Direct Access Tuning (using the remote control)

1 Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning.
2 Press the number buttons to enter a channel number.
3 Press ENT to search for the channel.

To cancel, press or DIRECT.
- If no operation is done for 10 seconds after step 2, Direct Access Tuning is automatically canceled.

Parental Control

The Parental Control feature allows you to limit access to any SiriusXM channels, including those with mature content.

When enabled, the Parental Control feature requires you to enter a pass code to tune to the locked channels.

Information on setting up the pass code and locking channels can be found on page 15.

SiriusXM Keymode

Press and hold the volume knob to change the keymode (channel or replay). (Default: Channel keymode)
"0 indicator lights up when replay keymode is selected.

When channel keymode is selected...

To On the faceplate On the remote control

Select a channel	Press ↓/▶↑.	Press ↓/▶↑(+)
Change a channel rapidly	Press and hold ↓/▶↑.	Press and hold ↓/▶↑(+)
Store a channel of the current band	Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6).	(Not available)
Select a stored channel of the current band	Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6).	Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6).

SiriusXM Radio

When replay keymode is selected...

To On the faceplate On the remote control

Play back/pause	Press 6▶■. Press ENT▶■.
Skip backward/ forward	Press ↓/▶↑*,	Press ↓/▶↑(+)*.
Rewind/Fast-forward	Press and hold ↓/▶↑*.	Press and hold ↓/▶↑(+)*.
Go to Live Press 1*.		Press 1*.

When Live is reached or selected, keymode is automatically changed to channel keymode.

SmartFavorites and TuneStartTM

User stored channels are recognized as SmartFavorite channels*. The SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner automatically buffers the broadcast content in the background.

SmartFavorites feature is available with SXV200 or later SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner.
SXV300 (and later) SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner can use all 18 stored channels as SmartFavorites. The SXV200 SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner can use 6 stored channels from the current band as SmartFavorites.

When you select a SmartFavorite channel, you can rewind and replay up to 30 minutes of any of the missed news, talk, sports or music content.
- Playback starts from the beginning of the song if [TUNE START] is set to [ON] (page 15) for most music channels stored as a SmartFavorite.

Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6) to select a stored channel.

TuneScanTM

You can get a short preview of the songs that you have missed on each of your SmartFavorites music channels or a music channel currently tuned into.

Press and hold BAND to start scanning the first 6 seconds of the recorded music contents.

To listen to the current song, press the volume knob to stop scanning. The unit continues playing the current song.
To select the previous/next song, press /▶
To cancel scanning, press and hold the volume knob. Playback returns to the channel before you entered TuneScan.
Pressing any button other than volume knob or 144 / 144 will interrupt scanning and eventually stop scanning.

SiriusXM settings

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select an item (page 15), then press the knob.
3 Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated or follow the instructions stated on the selected item.
4 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press a / b .

SiriusXM Radio

Default: [XX]

[SIRIUSXM]
[SEEKMODE]	Selects the tuning method for / buttons when pressed. [CHANNEL]: Manually search for a channel. ; [PRESET]: Search for a preset channel of the selected band. (Automatically search for preset 1 channel if the current channel is not a preset channel.)
[CHANNELLOCK]To unlock settings: 1 Turn the volume knob to select a number. 2 Press / to move to the entry position. 3 Repeat step 1 and step 2 to enter the current pass code. (Initial pass code is 0000.) 4 Press the volume knob to confirm.
[CODE SET]	1 Turn the volume knob to select a number. 2 Press / to move to the entry position. 3 Repeat step 1 and step 2 to enter a new 4-digit pass code. 4 Press the volume knob to confirm. 5 Repeat step 1 to step 4 to reconfirm the pass code. • Make a note of the new pass code to enter channel lock settings for next time.
[LOCK SETTING]	[MATURE CH]: Selects the SiriusXM-defined lock setting. ; [USER DEFINED]: Selects the individual channels the user wants to lock. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[CHANNEL EDIT]*1	1 Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press the knob. 2 Turn the volume knob to select a channel you want to lock, then press the knob. “L” appears in front of the channel number. 3 Press and hold
[CHANNEL CLEAR]*1	[YES]: Clears all the locked channels. ; [NO]: Cancels.

[TUNE START]*2	[ON]: All qualified music channels in the SmartFavorites will start playback from the beginning of the song. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[SIGNAL LEVEL]	Shows the strength ([NO SIGNAL]/[WEAK]/[GOOD]/[STRONG]) of the current received signal.
[BUFFER USAGE]	Shows the memory usage ([0%] to [100%]) for Replay buffer.
[SXM RESET]	[YES]: Resets all SiriusXM settings to default. ; [NO]: Cancels.

1 Displayed only when [LOCK SETTING] is set to [USER DEFINED].
2 Available only if the connected SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner is SXV200 or later which supports SmartFavorites.

AUX

You can listen to music from a portable audio player via the auxiliary input jack.

Preparation:

Select [ON] for [BUILT-IN AUX] in [SOURCE SELECT]. (Page 6)

Start listening

1 Connect a portable audio player (commercially available).

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2 Press SRC repeatedly to select AUX.
3 Turn on the portable audio player and start playback.

Set the name of the external device

While listening to a portable audio player connected to the unit...

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select [SYSTEM], then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [AUX NAME SET], then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to select an item, then press the knob. [AUX] (default)/[DVD]/[PORTABLE]/[GAME]/[VIDEO]/[TV]
5 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press /

KENWOOD Remote Application

You can control the KENWOOD car receiver from iPhone/iPod touch (via Bluetooth or via USB input terminal) or Android device (via Bluetooth) using KENWOOD Remote application.
For more information, visit https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/.

Preparation:

Install the latest version of KENWOOD Remote application on your device before connecting.

Start using KENWOOD Remote application

1 Start up the KENWOOD Remote application on your device.
2 Connect your device.

For Android device:
Pair the Android device with this unit via Bluetooth. (Page 18)
- For iPhone/iPod touch:

Connect iPhone/iPod touch to the USB input terminal. (Page 9) (or)

Pair the iPhone/iPod touch with this unit via Bluetooth. (Page 18)
(Make sure the USB input terminal is not connected to any device.)

3 Select the device to use from the [FUNCTION] menu.

See the following " Settings to use KENWOOD Remote application".
By default, [ANDROID] is selected. To use iPhone/iPod touch, select [YES] for [IOS].

Settings to use KENWOOD Remote application

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select an item (page 17), then press the knob.
3 Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated.
4 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press Q/

Default: [XX]

KENWOOD Remote Application

[REMOTEAPP]
[SELECT]	Selects the device ([IOS] or [ANDROID]) to use the application.
[IOS]	[YES]: Selects iPhone/iPod touch to use the application via Bluetooth or connected via USB input terminal. ; [NO]: Cancels. If [IOS] is selected, select iPod BT source (or iPod USB source if your iPhone/iPod touch is connected via USB input terminal) to activate the application. • See “Set the playable source for iPod/iPhone” on page 10 for further information. • The connectivity of the application will be interrupted or disconnected if: - You change from iPod BT source to any playback source connected via the USB input terminal. - You change from iPod USB source to iPod BT source.
[ANDROID]	[YES]: Selects Android device to use the application via Bluetooth. ; [NO]: Cancels.
[ANDROID LIST]	Selects the Android device to use from the list. • Displayed only when [ANDROID] of [SELECT] is set to [YES].
[STATUS]	Shows the status of the selected device. [IOS CONNECTED]: You are able to use the application using the iPhone/iPod touch connected via Bluetooth or USB input terminal. [IOS NOT CONNECTED]: No iOS device is connected to use the application. [ANDROID CONNECTED]: You are able to use the application using the Android device connected via Bluetooth. [ANDROID NOT CONNECTED]: No Android device is connected to use the application.

Bluetooth®

Depending on the Bluetooth version, operating system and the firmware version of your mobile phone, Bluetooth features may not work with this unit.
- Be sure to turn on the Bluetooth function of the device to make the following operations.
- Signal conditions vary depending on the surroundings.

Bluetooth-Connection

Supported Bluetooth profiles

Hands-Free Profile (HFP)
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Serial Port Profile (SPP)
Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP)

Supported Bluetooth codecs

Sub Band Codec (SBC)
- Advanced Audio Coding (AAC)

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Connect the microphone

Bluetooth®

Pair and connect a Bluetooth device for the first time

1 Press SRC to turn on the unit.
2 Search and select the name of your receiver ("DPX505BT") on the Bluetooth device.

"PAIRING" "PASSXXXXXX" "Device name" "PRES" "VOLUME"

KNOB" appears on the display.

For some Bluetooth devices, you may need to enter the Personal Identification Number (PIN) code immediately after searching.
3 Press the volume knob to start pairing.

"PAIRING OK" appears when pairing is completed.

Once pairing is completed, Bluetooth connection is established automatically.

"Date" and/or "Indicator on the display window lights up.
Depending on the settings made for [BATT/SIGNAL] (page 20), the strength of the battery and signal of the connected device are shown on the supplementary display (page 34).
This unit supports Secure Simple Pairing (SSP).
Up to five devices can be registered (paired) in total.
Once the pairing is completed, the Bluetooth device will remain registered in the unit even if you reset the unit. To delete the paired device, see [DEVICE DELETE] on page 21.
A maximum of two Bluetooth phones and one Bluetooth audio device can be connected at any time. To connect or disconnect the registered device, see [PHONE SELECT] or [AUDIO SELECT] in [BT MODE]. (Page 21)

However, while in BT AUDIO source, you can connect to five Bluetooth audio devices and switch between these five devices. (Page 22, 23)

Some Bluetooth devices may not automatically connect to the unit after pairing. Connect the device to the unit manually.
Refer to the instruction manual of the Bluetooth device for more information.

Auto Pairing

When you connect iPhone/iPod touch to the USB input terminal, pairing request (via Bluetooth) is automatically activated if [AUTO PAIRING] is set to [ON]. (Page 22)

Press the volume knob to pair once you have confirmed the device name.

Bluetooth—Mobile phone

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Receive a call

When there is an incoming call:
- [KEY 1] zone and [KEY 2] zone illuminate in green color and flash.
The unit answers the call automatically if [AUTO ANSWER] is set to a selected time. (Page 20)

During a call:

[LCD DISPLAY] zone illuminates according to the settings made for [COLOR SELECT] (page 30) while [KEY 1] zone and [KEY 2] zone illuminate in green color.
If you turn off the unit, Bluetooth is disconnected.

Bluetooth®

The following operations may differ or be unavailable depending on the connected phone.

To On the faceplate On the remote control
First incoming call...
Answer a call	Press or the volume knob or one of the number buttons (1 to 6).	Press .
Reject a call	Press 0/5.	Press .
End a call	Press 0/5.	Press .
While talking on the first incoming call...
Answer another incoming call and hold the current call	Press . Press .	.
Reject another incoming call	Press 0/5.	Press .
While having two active calls...
End current call and activate held call	Press 0/5.	Press .
Swap between the current call and held call	Press . Press .	.
Adjust the phone volume*1 [00] to [35] (Default: [15])	Turn the volume knob during a call.	Press VOL ▲*2 or VOL √ during a call.
Switch between hands-free and private talk modes*3	Press 6 ▲□ during a call.	(Not available)

1 This adjustment will not affect the volume of the other sources.
2 Press and hold VOL ▲ to continuously increase the volume to 15.
*3 Operations may vary according to the connected Bluetooth device.

Improve the voice quality

While talking on the phone...

To return to the previous setting item, press /

Default: [XX]

[MIC GAIN]	[LEVEL -10] to [LEVEL +10] ([LEVEL -4]): The sensitivity of the microphone increases as the number increases.
[NR LEVEL]	[LEVEL -5] to [LEVEL +5] ([LEVEL 0]): Adjust the noise reduction level until the least noise is being heard during a phone conversation.
[ECHOCANCEL]	[LEVEL -5] to [LEVEL +5] ([LEVEL 0]): Adjust the echo cancellation delay time until the least echo is being heard during a phone conversation.

Call quality may depend on mobile phone.

Bluetooth®

Make the setting for receiving a call

1 Press to enter Bluetooth mode.
2 Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then press the knob.
3 Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated.
4 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press /

Default: [XX]

[SETTINGS]

[AUTO ANSWER] [1] to [30]: The unit answers incoming call automatically in the selected time (in seconds).; [OFF]: Cancels.

[BATT/SIGNAL]* [AUTO]: Shows the strength of the battery and signal on the supplementary display (page 34) when the unit detects a Bluetooth device and the Bluetooth device is connected. ; [OFF]: Cancels.

Functionality depends on the type of the phone used.

Make a call

You can make a call from the call history, phonebook, or dialing the number. Call by voice is also possible if your mobile phone has the feature.

1 Press enter Bluetooth mode.

("First device name") appears.

If two Bluetooth phones are connected, press again to switch to the other phone.

(Second device name) appears.

2 Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then press the knob.
3 Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated or follow the instructions stated on the selected item.
4 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press /

CALLHISTORY

1 Press the volume knob to select a name or a phone number.
INCOMING,OUTGOING"or "MISSED" is shown on the lower part of the display to indicate the previous call status.
- Press DISP to change the display category (NUMBER or NAME)
- "NO DATA" appears if there is no recorded call history or call number.

2 Press the volume knob to call.

[PHONE BOOK] (Applicable only if the phone supports PBAP.)

1 Turn the volume knob quickly to enter alphabet search mode (if the phonebook contains many contacts).
The first menu (ABCDEFGHIJK) appears.
To go to the other menu (LMNOPQRSTUV or WXYZ1), press 1.
To select the desired first letter, turn the volume knob or press 1一 / 一一一 then press the knob.

Select "1" to search with numbers and select " " to search with symbols.

2 Turn the volume knob to select a name, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select a phone number, then press the knob to call.

For using phonebook with this unit, make sure to allow access to or transfer from your smartphone. Depending on the connected phone, the process may be different.
Contacts are categorized as: HOME, OFFICE, MOBILE, OTHER, GENERAL
This unit can display only non-accent letters. (Accent letters such as "U" are shown as "U".)

[NUMBERDIAL] 1Turn the volume knob to select a number (0 to 9) or character (喜 + )

2 Press to move the entry position.
Repeat step 1 and step 2 until you finish entering the phone number.
3 Press the volume knob to call.

(or using the remote control)
1 Press the number buttons (0 to 9) to enter the phone number.
2 Press to call.

Bluetooth®

[VOICE] Speak the name of the contact you want to call or the voice command to control the phone functions. (See also the following "Make a call using voice recognition").

[LOW]/[MID]/[FULL]: Shows the strength of the battery.*

[NO SIGNAL]/[LOW]/[MID]/[MAX]: Shows the strength of the current received signal.

* Functionality depends on the type of the phone used.

Make a call using voice recognition

1 Press and hold VOICE to activate the voice recognition of the connected phone.
2 Speak the name of the contact you want to call or the voice command to control the phone functions.
- Supported Voice Recognition features vary for each phone. Refer to the instruction manual of the connected phone for details.

Store a contact in memory

You can store up to 6 contacts into the number buttons (1 to 6).

1 Press to enter Bluetooth mode.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [CALL HISTORY], [PHONE BOOK] or [NUMBER DIAL], then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select a contact or enter a phone number. If a contact is selected, press the volume knob to show the phone number.
4 Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6). "STORED" appears when the contact is stored.

To erase a contact from the preset memory, select [NUMBER DIAL] in step 2, store a blank number in step 3 and proceed to step 4.

Make a call to a registered number

1 Press to enter Bluetooth mode.
2 Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6).
3 Press the volume knob to call.

"NO MEMORY" appears if there is no contact stored.

Bluetooth mode settings

4 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press /

Default: [XX]

[BTMODE]
[PHONE SELECT]	Selects the phone or audio device to connect or disconnect. “×” appears in front of the device name when connected.
[AUDIO SELECT]	“▷” appears in front of the current playback audio device. ·You can connect a maximum of two Bluetooth phones and one Bluetooth audio device at a time.
[DEVICEDELETE]	1 Turn the volume knob to select a device to delete, then press the knob. 2 Turn the volume knob to select [YES] or [NO], then press the knob.
[PIN CODE EDIT] (0000)	Changes the PIN code (up to 6 digits). 1 Turn the volume knob to select a number. 2 Press ↓/▶ to move the entry position. Repeat step 1 and step 2 until you finish entering the PIN code. 3 Press the volume knob to confirm.

Bluetooth®

[RECONNECT] [ON]: The unit is automatically reconnect when the last connected Bluetooth device is within the connectable range. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[AUTOPAIRING]	[ON]: The unit is automatically paired with the supported Bluetooth device (iPhone/iPod touch) when it is connected through USB input terminal. Depending on the operating system of the connected device, this function may not work. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[INITIALIZE]	[YES]: Initialized all the Bluetooth settings (including stored pairing, phonebook, and etc.). ; [NO]: Cancels.

Bluetooth test mode

You can check the connectivity of the supported profile between the Bluetooth device and the unit.
Make sure there is no Bluetooth device paired.

1 Press and hold

"PLEASE PAIR YOUR PHONE PIN 0000" appears on the display.
2 Search and select the name of your receiver ("DPX505BT") on the Bluetooth device.
3 Operate the Bluetooth device to confirm pairing.

"TESTING" flashes on the display.

The connectivity result (OK or NG) appears after the test.

PAIRING: Pairing status

HF CNT: Hands-Free Profile (HFP) compatibility

AUD CNT: Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) compatibility

PB DL: Phonebook Access profile (PBAP) compatibility

To cancel test mode, press and hold SRC to turn off the unit.

Bluetooth-Audio

Operations and display indications may differ according to their availability on the connected device.
Depending on the connected device, some features may not work with your device.

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While in BT AUDIO source, you can connect to five Bluetooth audio devices and switch between these five devices.

Listen to the audio player via Bluetooth

1 Press SRC repeatedly (or press SRC on the remote control) to select BT AUDIO.
2 Operate the audio player via Bluetooth to start playback.

To On the faceplate On the remote control

Play back/pause	Press 6▶■. Press ENT▶■.
Select group or folder Press 1	/2√	Press #FM+/AM-
Reverse skip/Forward skip	Press ↓/▶I.	Press ↓/▶I (+).
Reverse/Fast-forward	Press and hold ↓/▶I.	Press and hold ↓/▶I (+).

Bluetooth®

To On the faceplate

Repeat play Press 4 repeatedly.

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[ALL REPEAT]/[FILE REPEAT]/[GROUP REPEAT]/ [REPEAT OFF]

Random play Press and hold 3

to select

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or [GROUP RANDOM].

[ALL RANDOM]

Press

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to select [RANDOM OFF].

Select a file from a folder/list Refer to "Select a file to play" on page 11.

Switch between connected Bluetooth audio devices

Press 5.

(Pressing the "Play" key on the connected device itself also causes switching of sound output from the device.)

Listen to iPod/iPhone via Bluetooth

You can listen to the songs on the iPod/Phone via Bluetooth on this unit.

Press SRC repeatedly to select iPod BT.

You can operate the iPod/iPhone in the same way as iPod/iPhone via USB input terminal. (Page 9)
See "Set the playable source for iPod/Phone" on page 10 for further information.

AMAZONALEXA

Alexa is the cloud-based voice service developed by Amazon. You can ask Alexa to play music, get weather reports, traffic information, control smart home devices, shop on Amazon, search the internet, set reminders and more.

Preparation:

Create an account at.
- Install the latest version of the Alexa mobile application on your device (iPhone/iPod touch or Android device), then log in to the application.
- Be sure to enable the internet connection on your smartphone.

Setup for the first time

For Android device

1 Pair your device with this unit via Bluetooth. (Page 18)
2 Start up the Alexa mobile application on your device.
3 Pair this unit to Alexa mobile application.

Perform Option A or Option B. (Page 24)

For iPhone/iPod touch

1 Pair your device with this unit via Bluetooth. (Page 18)
2 Start up the Alexa mobile application on your device.
3 Press on the unit to enter ALEXA source.

You may also press SRC repeatedly to select iPod BT source.
See "Set the playable source for iPod/Phone" on page 10 for further information.

4 Pair this unit to Alexa mobile application.

Perform Option A or Option B. (Page 24)

AMAZONALEXA

Option A: Direct Link

Access the following URL or scan the QR code with your smartphone:

https://www.kenwood.com/car/alexa

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Option B: Manual Pairing

1 Start up the Alexa mobile application and go to the "Devices" tab.
2 Tap the ^ 日 + ^ 日 icon at the top right corner.
3 Tap "Add Device"
4 Tap "Automotive Accessory" or "Headphones" from the list of device types.
5 Tap the name of your receiver ("DPX505BT") and follow the instructions.

Once the setup process is completed, the Alexa mobile application will establish a connection with this unit.

The Alexa connection can be disconnected if:
-A2DP profile is disconnected
-Bluetooth is disconnected
-This unit is turned off
- Stop Alexa mobile application running in foreground/background of your device
- Any other conditions depending on the connected device To establish Alexa connection again, reconnect the A2DP profile.
Alexa connection cannot be established again if you:
- Reinstall Alexa mobile application
- Delete the paired device and perform pairing again (for Android device)
To establish Alexa connection again, perform the setup process again.
- You can check the Alexa connection from the Alexa mobile application. If the name of this unit appears on the screen of "ALL DEVICES", you do not need to perform setup process again.

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Basicoperations

For Alexa supported languages, see page 34 for more information. Some of the languages listed will be available by updating firmware of this unit when new release of firmware is available.

To update the firmware, see page 7 for more information.

Once Alexa connection is established...

1 Speak the word "Alexa" to the connected microphone (Page 17) to activate Alexa.

(or)

Press on the unit to speak with Alexa.
The display shows: "ALEXA" "LISTENING...".
Alexa cannot be activated by voice if:
Alexa mobile application is not activated.
- Microphone is turned off, " " indicator lights up.
See "Turn on/off microphone" on page 25.
-Current playback source is iPod USB.
While using Bluetooth phone features,

AMAZONALEXA

2 Communicate with Alexa via the connected microphone. (Page 17)

"THINKING..." appears when Alexa is processing your voice input.
"SPEAKING..." appears while Alexa is responding to your voice input.
"ALEXA" or display information such as playing time, song title, etc. appears while Alexa is in idle state.

To return to the previous source before ALEXA, press SRC (or press SRC on the remote control).
To activate Alexa, press or speak "Alexa".
To cancel current listening state, press O.
To cancel current thinking/speaking states and go to listening state, press or speak "Alexa".
Only one Alexa connection can be connected at one time.
"DOWNLOAD" "ALEXA APP" "AND PAIR" "BLUETOOTH" "TOUSE ALEXA" appear if the unit is disconnected from Alexa mobile application or the Bluetooth connection is disconnected.
Alexa will be ready to listen to the wake word after reconnected.

Turn on/off microphone

Press and hold to turn on and turn off the microphone.

"∅" indicator lights up when the microphone is turned off.
You cannot perform this operation while using Bluetooth phone features.

Start listening

While in Alexa idle state...

1 Speak the word "Alexa" to the connected microphone (Page 17) to activate Alexa.

(or)

Press on the unit to speak with Alexa.

The display shows: "LISTENING...".

2 Communicate with Alexa via the connected microphone.
3 During music playback in ALEXA source, you can perform the following operations:

To On the faceplate On the remote control

Play back/pause	Press 6▶■. Press ENT▶■.
Reverse skip/Forward skip	Press ↓← / ▷→↓. Press ↓← / ▷→↓ (+).

During music playback, press or speak "Alexa" to pause the music and activate Alexa. You can now start to communicate with Alexa.

AudioSettings

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(or using the remote control)

1 Press AUD to enter [AUDIO CONTROL].
2 Press / to select an item, then press ENT

To return to the previous setting item, press 0/5.

Default: [XX]

[AUDIO CONTROL]
[SUB-W LEVEL]	[LEVEL -50] to [LEVEL +10] ([LEVEL 0]): Adjusts the subwoofer output level.
[EASY EQ]	Adjusts your own sound settings. • The settings are stored to [USER] in [PRESET EQ]. • The settings made may affect the current settings of [MANUAL EQ]. [SW]: [LEVEL -50] to [LEVEL +10] (Default: [LEVEL 0]) [BASS]: [LEVEL -9] to [LEVEL +9] [LEVEL 0] [MID]: [LEVEL -9] to [LEVEL +9] [LEVEL 0] [TRE]: [LEVEL -9] to [LEVEL +9] [LEVEL 0])

[MANUAL EQ] Adjusts your own sound settings for each source. · The settings are stored to [USER] in [PRESET EQ]. · The settings made may affect the current settings of [EASY EQ].
[62.5HZ] [LEVEL]	[LEVEL -9] to [LEVEL +9] ([LEVEL 0]): Adjusts the level to memorize for each source. (Before making an adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.)
[62.5HZ] [LEVEL]	[BASS EXTEND] [ON]: Tums on the extended bass.; [OFF]: Cancels.
[100HZ]/[160HZ]/[250HZ]/[400HZ]/[630HZ]/[1KHZ]/[1.6KHZ]/[2.5KHZ]/[4KHZ]/[6.3KHZ]/[10KHZ]/[16KHZ]	[LEVEL -9] to [LEVEL +9] ([LEVEL 0]): Adjusts the level to memorize for each source. (Before making an adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.)
[Q FACTOR]	[1.35]/[1.50]/[2.00]: Adjusts the quality factor.
[PRESET EQ]	[NATURAL]/[ROCK]/[POPS]/[EASY]/[TOP40]/[JAZZ]/[POWERFUL]/[USER]: Selects a preset equalizer suitable to the music genre. (Select [USER] to use the settings made in [EASY EQ] or [MANUAL EQ].)
[BASS BOOST]	[LEVEL1] to [LEVEL5]: Selects your preferred bass boost level.; [OFF]: Cancels.
[LOUDNESS]	[LEVEL1]/[LEVEL2]: Selects your preferred low or high frequencies boost to produce a well-balanced sound at low volume.; [OFF]: Cancels.
[SUBWOOFERSET]	[ON]: Turns on the subwoofer output.; [OFF]: Cancels.
[FADER]	[R15] to [F15] ([0]): Adjusts the front and rear speaker output balance.
[BALANCE]	[L15] to [R15] ([0]): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.
[VOLUME OFFSET]	[-15] to [+6] ([0]): Presets the initial volume level of each source by comparing to the FM volume level. (Before adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.)

Audio Settings

[SOUND EFFECT]
[Sound RecnSTR] (Sound reconstruction)	(Not applicable for RADIO source, AUX source and SIRIUS XM source.) [ON]: Creates realistic sound by compensating the high-frequency components and restoring the rise-time of the waveform that are lost in audio data compression. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[SPACE ENHANCE]	(Not applicable for RADIO source.) [SMALL]/[MEDIUM]/[LARGE]: Virtually enhances the sound space. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[SND REALIZER]	[LEVEL1]/[LEVEL2]/[LEVEL3]: Virtually makes the sound more realistic. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[STAGE EQ]	[LOW]/[MIDDLE]/[HIGH]: Virtually adjusts the sound position heard from the speakers. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[DRIVE EQ]	[ON]: Boosts the frequency to reduce the noise heard from outside the car or running noise of the tyres. ; [OFF]: Cancels.
[SPEAKER SIZE] The frequency and slope settings are automatically set for the crossover of the selected speaker.
[FRONT] [SIZE]	[3.5"/[4"]/[4.75"/[5"]/ [6.5"]/ [6.75"]/ [7"]/ [4×6]/ [5×7]/ [6×8]/ [6×9]/ [7×10]: Selects according to the connected speaker size for optimum performance.
[FRONT] [SIZE]	[TWEETER] [SMALL]/[MIDDLE]/[LARGE]: Selects according to the size range of the connected tweeter for optimum performance. ; [NONE]: Not connected.
[REAR]	[3.5"/[4"]/ [4.75"/[5"]/ [6.5"]/ [6.75"]/ [7"]/ [4×6]/ [5×7]/ [6×8]/ [6×9]/ [7×10]: Selects according to the connected speaker size for optimum performance. ; [NONE]: Not connected.
[SUBWOOFER]	[6.5"/[8"]/ [10"]/ [12"]/ [15" OVER]: Selects according to the connected speaker size for optimum performance. ; [NONE]: Not connected.

[X'OVER]
[TWEETER] [FRQ]	[1KHZ]/[1.6KHZ]/[2.5KHZ]/[4KHZ]/[5KHZ]/[6.3KHZ]/[8KHZ]/[10KHZ]/[12.5KHZ]: Adjusts the crossover frequency for the tweeter speaker.
[GAIN LEFT]	[-8] to [0]: Adjusts the output volume of the left tweeter.
[GAIN RIGHT]	[-8] to [0]: Adjusts the output volume of the right tweeter.
[FRONT HPF] [F-HPF FRQ]	[30HZ]/[40HZ]/[50HZ]/[60HZ]/[70HZ]/[80HZ]/[90HZ]/[100HZ]/[120HZ]/[150HZ]/[180HZ]/[220HZ]/[250HZ]: Adjusts the crossover frequency for the selected speakers (high pass filter).; [THROUGH]: All signals are sent to the selected speakers.
[F-HPF SLOPE]	[-6DB]/[-12DB]/[-18DB]/[-24DB]: Adjusts the crossover slope. (Selectable only if a setting other than [THROUGH] is selected for [F - HPF FRQ].)
[F-HPF GAIN]	[-8] to [0]: Adjusts the output volume of the selected speaker.
[REAR HPF] [R-HPF FRQ]	Configure the settings for the rear speakers similarly to the front speakers.
[R-HPF SLOPE]
[R-HPF GAIN]
[SUBWOOFER LPF] [SW LPF FRQ]	[30HZ]/[40HZ]/[50HZ]/[60HZ]/[70HZ]/[80HZ]/[90HZ]/[100HZ]/[120HZ]/[150HZ]/[180HZ]/[220HZ]/[250HZ]: Adjusts the crossover frequency for the subwoofer (low pass filter).; [THROUGH]: All signals are sent to the subwoofer.

Audio Settings

[SW LPF SLOPE]	[-6DB]/[-12DB]/[-18DB]/[-24DB]: Adjusts the crossover slope. (Selectable only if a setting other than [THROUGH] is selected for [SW LPF FRQ].) (Page 27)
[SW LPF PHASE]	[REVERSE] (180°)/[NORMAL] (0°): Selects the phase of the subwoofer output to be in line with the speaker output for optimum performance.
[SW LPF GAIN]	[-8] to [0]: Adjusts the output volume of the subwoofer.

[DTA SETTINGS]

[CAR SETTINGS]

For settings, see the following "Digital Time Alignment settings".

The following item is selectable only if [SUBWOOFER SET] is set to [ON] (page 26):
[SUB-W LEVEL]
[SW LEVEL] of [EASY EQ]
- [SUBWOOFER] of [SPEAKER SIZE]
- [SUBWOOFER LPF] of [X'OVER]
- [SUBWOOFER] of [DISTANCE] and [GAIN] in [DTA SETTINGS]
- The following item is selectable only if a setting other than [NONE] is selected for [TWEETER], [REAR] and [SUBWOOFER] of [SPEAKER SIZE] (page 27): - [TWEETER], [REAR HPF] [SUBWOOFER LPF] of [X^]

Digital Time Alignment settings

Digital Time Alignment sets the delay time of the speaker output to create a more suitable environment for your vehicle.
- For more information, see "Determining the delay time automatically" on page 29.

[DTA SETTINGS]

[POSITION]	Selects your listening position (reference point). [ALL]: Not compensating; [FRONT RIGHT]: Front right seat; [FRONT LEFT]: Front left seat; [FRONT ALL]: Front seats
[DISTANCE]	[OFT] to [20.01FT]: Fine adjust the distance to compensate. (Before making an adjustment, select the speaker you want to adjust.)
[GAIN]	[-8DB] to [ODB]: Fine adjust the output volume of the selected speaker. (Before making an adjustment, select the speaker you want to adjust.)
[DTA RESET]	[YES]: Resets the settings ([DISTANCE] and [GAIN]) of the selected [POSITION] to default. ; [NO]: Cancels.
[CAR SETTINGS] Identify your car type and rear speaker location in order to make the adjustment for [DTA SETTINGS].
[CAR TYPE]	[COMPACT]/[FULL SIZE CAR]/[WAGON]/[MINIVAN]/[SUV]/[MINIVAN(LONG)]: Selects the type of vehicle. ; [OFF]: Not compensating.
[R-SP LOCATION]	Selects the location of the rear speakers in your vehicle to calculate the furthest distance from the listening position selected (reference point). · [DOOR]/[REAR DECK]: Selectable only when [CAR TYPE] is selected as [OFF], [COMPACT], [FULL SIZE CAR], [WAGON] or [SUV]. · [2ND ROW]/[3RD ROW]: Selectable only when [CAR TYPE] is selected as [MINIVAN] or [MINIVAN(LONG)].

Audio Settings

Before making an adjustment for [DISTANCE] and [GAIN] of [DTA SETTINGS], select the speaker you want to adjust: [FRONT LEFT]/[FRONT RIGHT]/[REAR LEFT]/[REAR RIGHT]/[SUBWOOFER]
You can only select [REAR LEFT], [REAR RIGHT] and [SUBWOOFER] if a setting other than [NONE] is selected for [REAR] and [SUBWOOFER] of [SPEAKER SIZE]. (Page 27)
[R-SP LOCATION] of [CAR SETTING] is selectable only if a setting other than [NONE] is selected for [REAR] of [SPEAKER SIZE]. (Page 27)

Determining the delay time automatically

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If you specify the distance from the currently set listening position to every speaker, the delay time will be automatically calculated.

1 Set [POSITION] and determine the listening position as the reference point (the reference point for [FRONT ALL] will be the center between the right and left in the front seats).
2 Measure the distances from the reference point to the speakers.
3 Calculate the distance between the furthest speaker (subwoofer on the illustration) and other speakers.
4 Sets the [DISTANCE] calculated in step 3 for individual speakers.
5 Adjusts [GAIN] for individual speakers.

Example: When [FRONT ALL] is selected as the listening position.

DisplaySettings

Zone identification for color settings and brightness settings

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Set the dimmer

Press and hold DISP (DIM) to turn on or off the dimmer.
Once you press and hold this button, DIMMER setting will be overwritten.

Change the display settings

1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].
2 Turn the volume knob to select an item (page 30), then press the knob.
3 Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated or follow the instructions stated on the selected item.
4 Press and hold

To return to the previous setting item, press Q / 出

DisplaySettings

Default: [XX]

[DISPLAY]

[COLORSELECT] Selects illumination colors for [ALL ZONE], [LCD DISPLAY], [KEY 1] and [KEY 2] separately.

1 Select a zone. (See the illustration on page 29.)
2 Select a preset color for the selected zone. (Page 34)

Default: [VARIABLE SCAN]

To make your own color, select [CUSTOM R/G/B]. The color you have made will be stored in [CUSTOM R/G/B].

1 Press the volume knob to enter the detailed color adjustment.
2 Press 1 to select the color ([R]/[G]/[B]) to adjust.
3 Turn the volume knob to adjust the level ([0] to [9]), then press the knob.

[Dimmer] Dims the illumination.

[ON]: Dimmer is turned on.
[OFF]: Dimmer is turned off.
[DMIMER TIME]: Set the time to turn on dimmer and to turn off dimmer.
1 Turn the volume knob to adjust the [ON] time, then press the knob.
2 Turn the volume knob to adjust the [OFF] time, then press the knob.
Default: [ON]: [PM6:00]; [OFF]: [AM6:00]

[BRIGHTNESS] Sets the brightness for day and night separately.

1 [DAY]/[NIGHT]: Select day or night.
2 Select a zone. (See the illustration on page 29.)
3 [LEVEL00] to [LEVEL31]: Set the brightness level.

[TEXT SCROLL] [ONCE]: Scrolls the display information once. ; [AUTO]: Repeats scrolling at

5-second intervals. ; [OFF]: Cancels.

[LOCK]

[CLOCK DISPLAY] [ON]: The clock time is shown on the display even when the unit is turned off. ; [OFF]: Cancels.

[DEMO MODE] [ON]: Activates the display demonstration automatically if no operation is done for about 15 seconds.; [OFF]: Deactivates.

Installation/Connection

This section is for the professional installer. For safety's sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult the car audio dealer.

WARNING

The unit can only be used with a 12 V DC power supply, negative ground.
- Disconnect the battery's negative terminal before wiring and mounting.
- Do not connect Battery wire (yellow) and Ignition wire (red) to the car chassis or Ground wire (black) to prevent a short circuit.
- To prevent short circuit:
- Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape.
- Be sure to ground this unit to the car's chassis again after installation.
- Secure the wires with cable clamps and wrap vinyl tape around the wires that comes into contact with metal parts to protect the wires.

CAUTION

Install this unit in the console of your vehicle. Do not touch the metal parts of this unit during and shortly after use of the unit. Metal parts such as the heat sink and enclosure become hot.
Do not connect the wires of speakers to the car chassis or Ground wire (black), or connect them in parallel.
Mount the unit at an angle of less than 30^ .
If your vehicle wiring harness does not have the ignition terminal, connect Ignition wire (red) to the terminal on the vehicle's fuse box which provides 12 V DC power supply and is turned on and off by the ignition key.
Keep all cables away from heat dissipate metal parts.
After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps, blinkers, wipers, etc. on the car are working properly.
If the fuse blows, first make sure the wires are not touching car's chassis, then replace the old fuse with one that has the same rating.

Installation/Connection

Part list for installation

(A) Round head screw (× 6) (M5× 8mm)

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(B) Flat head screw (× 6) (M5×8mm

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Basic procedure

1 Remove the key from the ignition switch, then disconnect the terminal of the car battery.
2 Connect the wires properly. See "Wiring connection" on page 32.
3 Install the unit to your car. See the following "Installing the unit (without mounting sleeve)".
4 Connect the terminal of the car battery.
5 Press SRC to turn on the power.
6 Reset the unit. (Page 4)

Installing the unit (without mounting sleeve)

Align the holes in the unit (on both sides) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with supplied screws.

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Use only the specified screws. Using wrong screws might damage the unit.

Connect external components

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No Part

Expansion port (12 V=500 mA): To the optional SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner (commercially available) (Page 12)
2 Microphone input jack (Page 17)
3 Output terminals

REAR: Rear output

FRONT:Front output

SW: Subwoofer

output

When connecting an external amplifier to the output terminals of this unit, securely connect the amplifier ground wire to the car chassis to prevent damage to the unit.

Installation/Connection

Wiringconnection

IMPORTANT

We recommend installing the unit with a commercially available custom wiring harness specific for your car and leave this job to professionals for your safety. Consult your car audio dealer.

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References

Maintenance

Cleaning the unit

Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicone or soft cloth.

Handling discs

Do not touch the recording surface of the disc.
Do not stick tape etc. on the disc, or use a disc with tape stuck on it.
Do not use any accessories for the disc.
Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
Clean the disc with a dry silicone or soft cloth. Do not use any solvents.
When removing a disc from this unit, pull it out horizontally.
Remove burrs from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc.

Moreinformation

For: - Latest firmware updates and latest compatible item list

KENWOOD original application
Any other latest information
Visit https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/.

General

This unit can only play the following CDs:

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For detailed information and notes about the playable audio files, visit https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/.

Playablefiles

Disc:

Playable audio file: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), AAC (.aac)

Payable media: CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM

Playable file format: ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Long file name

USB mass storage class device:

Playable audio file: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), AAC (.aac), AAC (.m4a), WAV (.wav), FLAC (.flac)

Playable file system: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32

Even when audio files comply with the standards listed above, playback may be impossible depending on the types or conditions of media or devices.

The AAC (.m4a) file in a CD encoded by iTunes cannot be played on this unit.

Unplayable discs

Discs that are not round.
- Disks with coloring on the recording surface or discs that are dirty.
- Recordable/ReWritable discs that have not been finalized.
- 8 cm CD. Attempting to insert using an adapter may cause malfunction.

About USB devices

You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub.
Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5m may result in abnormal playback.
This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose rating is other than 5 V and exceeds 1.5 A.

About iPod/Phone

Made for
-iPod touch (6th generation)
iPhone 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, SE, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS MAX, XR, 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro MAX, SE (2nd generation), 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro MAX
- The song order displayed on the selection menu of this unit may differ from that of the iPod/ iPhone.
Depending on the version of the operating system of the iPod/iPhone, some functions may not operate on this unit.

References

About AMAZON ALEXA

Alexa is a third party service, therefore the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Accordingly, compatibility may be impaired or some or all of the services may become unavailable.
Alexa supported languages on this unit: US English/Canada English/US Spanish/Canada French/Mexico Spanish/UK English/Italy Italian/Spain Spanish/France French/Deutschland Deutsch/Australia English/Japan Japanese

Presetcolor

[INITIAL COLOR]/[VARIABLE SCAN]/[CUSTOM R/G/B]/[RED1]/[RED2]/[RED3]/[PURPLE1]/[PURPLE2]/[PURPLE3]/[PURPLE4]/[BLUE1]/[BLUE2]/[BLUE3]/[SKYBLUE1]/[SKYBLUE2]/[LIGHTBLUE]/[AQUA1]/[AQUA2]/[GREEN1]/[GREEN2]/[GREEN3]/[YELLOWGREEN1]/[YELLOWGREEN2]/[YELLOW]/[ORANGE1]/[ORANGE2]/[ORANGERED]

Change the display information

Each time you press DISP, the display information changes.
If the information is unavailable or not recorded, "NO TEXT", "NO INFO", or other information (eg. station name) appears or display will be blank.

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Supplementary display

Source name	Display information: Main display (supplementary)
STANDBY Source name	Date)
RADIO Frequency (Date)
RADIO Frequency (Date)		For FM Radio Broadcast Data System stations only: Station name/Program type (Date)▶Radio text (Date)▶Radio text+ (Radio text+)▶Song title (Artist)▶Song title (Date)▶Frequency (Date)▶ back to the beginning
CD/USB For CD-DA	Track title (Artist)▶Track title (Disc title)▶Track title (Date)▶Playing time (Date)▶ back to the beginning
CD/USB For CD-DA	For MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC files: Song title (Artist)▶Song title (Album title)▶Song title (Date)▶File name (Folder name)▶File name (Date)▶Playing time (Date)▶ back to the beginning
iPod USB/iPod BT	Song title (Artist)▶Song title (Album title)▶Song title (Date)▶Playing time (Date)▶ back to the beginning
SIRIUS XM Channel	number (Status)▶Channel name (Status)▶Artist (Status)▶Song title (Status)▶Content information (Status)▶Category name (Status)▶Date (Status)▶ back to the beginning
BT AUDIO/ALEXA	Song title (Artist)▶Song title (Album title)▶Song title (Date)▶Playing time (Date)▶ back to the beginning
AUX Source name	Date)

Troubleshooting

Symptom		Remedy
General	Sound cannot be heard. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level. • Check the cords and connections.
	"MISWIRING CHECK WIRING THEN PWR ON" appears.	Turn the power off, then check to be sure the terminals of the speaker wires are insulated properly. Turn the power on again.
	"PROTECTING SEND SERVICE" appears.	Send the unit to the nearest service center.
	Source cannot be selected. Check the [SOURCE SELECT] setting. (Page 6)
	The unit does not work at all. Reset the unit. (Page 4)
	Correct characters are not displayed.	This unit can only display uppercase letters, numbers, and a limited number of symbols. Depending on the display language you have selected (page 7), some characters may not be displayed correctly.
Radio	• Radio reception is poor. • Static noise while listening to the radio.	Connect the antenna firmly.
CD/USB/Pod	Disc cannot be ejected.	Press and hold ▲ to forcibly eject the disc. Be careful not to drop the disc when it is ejected. If this does not solve the problem, reset the unit (page 4).
	Noise is generated. Skip to another track or change the disc.
	"PLEASE EJECT" appears. Reset the unit (page 4). If this does not solve the problem, consult your nearest service center.
	Playback order is not as intended.	Optical disc, the files are played in the order which they were recorded. USB device, the folders are played in the order of creation (date and time). The files within each folder are played in the order of the file name (alphabet).

Symptom	Remedy
CD/USB/iPod	Elapsed playing time is not correct.	This depends on the recording process earlier (disc/USB).
	"READING" keeps flashing. • Do not use too many hierarchical levels and folders. • Reload the disc or reattach the device (USB/iPod/ iPhone).
	"UNSUPPORTED DEVICE" appears.	Check whether the connected USB device is compatible with this unit and ensure the file systems are in supported formats. (Page 33) • Reattach the USB device.
	"UNRESPONSIVE DEVICE" appears.	Make sure the USB device is not malfunction and reattach the USB device.
	"USB HUB IS NOT SUPPORTED" appears.	This unit cannot support a USB device connected via a USB hub.
	• The source does not change to "USB" when you connect a USB device while listening to another source. • "USB ERROR" appears.	The USB port is drawing more power than the design limit. Turn the power off and unplug the USB device. Then, turn on the power and reattach the USB device. If this does not solve the problem, turn the power off and on (or reset the unit) before replacing with another USB device.
	The iPod/iPhone does not turn on or does not work.	Check the connection between this unit and iPod/iPhone. • Disconnect and reset the iPod/iPhone using hard reset.
	"LOADING" appears when you enter search mode by pressing OK.	This unit is still preparing the iPod/iPhone music list. It may take some time to load, try again later.
	"NO DISC" Insert a playable disc into the loading slot.
	"TOC ERROR" Make sure the disc is clean and inserted properly.
	"NA FILE" Make sure the media (disc/USB) contain supported audio files. (Page 33)

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Remedy
CD/USB/ICPd	"COPY PRO"A copy-protected file is played (disc/USB).
	"NO DEVICE" Connect a device (USB/iPod/iPhone), and change the source to USB/iPod USB again.
	"NO MUSIC" Connect a device (USB/iPod/iPhone) that contains playable audio files.
	"IPod ERROR" - Reconnect the iPod. · Reset the iPod. · Press and hold ∅ SRC to turn off the power. Turn the power on again for error recovery.
	"MEMORY FULL"You have reached the maximum storage limit of your iPod/iPhone.
SiriusXM® Radio	"CH LOCKED LOCK CODE?" The selected channel is locked. Enter the correct pass code to unlock. (Page 15)
	"CHAN UNSUB" The selected channel is unsubscribed. Call 1-866-635-2349 in the U.S.A. or 1-888-539-7474 in Canada to subscribe. (Page 12)
	"CH UNAVAIL" The selected channel is unavailable. For more information about the SiriusXM channel lineup, visit <www.siriusxm.com>.
	"CHECK ANTENNA" Check that the antenna and its connection are in good condition.
	"CHECK TUNER" Make sure the Sirius XM Vehicle Tuner is connected to the unit.
	"NO SIGNAL" Make sure the antenna is mounted outside the vehicle.
	"SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED - Your subscription is updated. Press the volume knob to PRESS ENTER TO CONTINUE." continue.

Symptom		Remedy
StruSSM* Radio	"CODE ERROR" Make sure you have entered the correct pass code. (Page 15)
	"No CONTENT" There is insufficient content to start TuneScan.
	"SCAN CANCEL" TuneScan has been aborted.
Bluetooth®	No Bluetooth device is detected.	Search from the Bluetooth device again. Reset the unit. (Page 4)
	Bluetooth pairing cannot be made.	Make sure you have entered the same PIN code to both the unit and Bluetooth device. Delete pairing information from both the unit and the Bluetooth device, then perform pairing again. (Page 18)
	Echo or noise is heard during a phone conversation.	Adjust the microphone unit's position. (Page 17) Check the [ECHO CANCEL] setting. (Page 19)
	Phone sound quality is poor.	Reduce the distance between the unit and the Bluetooth device. Move the car to a place where you can get a better signal reception.
	Phone call sound cannot be heard from the car speakers.	Press 6 ▶□ during a call to switch between hands-free and private talk mode. (Page 19)
	Voice calling method is not successful.	Use voice calling method in a more quiet environment. Reduce the distance from the microphone when you speak the name. Make sure the same voice as the registered voice tag is used.
	Sound is being interrupted or skipped during playback of a Bluetooth audio player.	Reduce the distance between the unit and the Bluetooth audio player. Turn off, then turn on the unit and try to connect again. Other Bluetooth devices might be trying to connect to the unit.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Remedy
Bluetooth®	The connected Bluetooth audio player cannot be controlled. Check whether the connected Bluetooth audio player supports Audio/Video Rernote Control Profile (AVRCP). (Refer to the instructions of your audio player.) Disconnect and connect the Bluetooth player again.
	“NOT SUPPORT” The connected phone does not support Voice Recognition feature or phonebook transfer.
	“NO ENTRY” There is no registered device connected/found via Bluetooth.
	“ERROR” Try the operation again. If “ERROR” appears again, check if the device supports the function you have tried.
	“NO INFO”/“NO DATA” Bluetooth device cannot get the contact information.
	“HF ERROR XX”/Reset the unit and try the operation again. If this does not solve the problem, consult your nearest service center.
	“SWITCHING NG” The connected phones might not support phone switching feature.
	The Bluetooth connection Delete the unused registered Bluetooth device from the unit. (Page 21) between the Bluetooth device and the unit is unstable.

Symptom	Remedy
Amazon Alexa	No response from Alexa after the voice input. Amazon cloud was unable to analyze the voice input.
	Wrong response from Alexa. Alexa misunderstood what was said or did not catch the entire request or sentence spoken. Please try again. (Page 24)
	"DISCONNECTED" Be sure to connect your smartphone to the unit via Bluetooth. (Page 18)
	Not able to connect or reconnect to Alexa mobile application. • Be sure the audio device is connected via Bluetooth. Select the audio device from [AUDIO SELECT] in [BT MODE]. (Page 21) • Perform the one-time setup process again. See "Setup for the first time" on page 23. • Turn off, then turn on the unit and try to connect again. • For iOS device, make sure ALEXA source or iPod BT source is selected.
	Not able to exit from "TALKING" screen after ending the call. It may take some time for the unit to exit the "TALKING" screen. Press number button 6 to return to the previous source control screen.
	Not able to go to "LISTENING" screen after activated Alexa. • Disconnect and connect the Bluetooth connection again. (Page 18) • Disconnect and connect the Alexa connection again. (Page 23) • Turn off the unit for about 10 seconds, then turn on the unit and try again.

Specifications

Tuner	FM Frequency Range 87.9 MHz —— 107.9 MHz (200 kHz step)
	Usable Sensitivity(S/N = 30 dB)	8.2 dBf (0.71 μV/75 Ω)
	Quieting Sensitivity(DIN S/N = 46 dB)	17.2 dBf (2.0 μV/75 Ω)
	Frequency Response (±3.0 dB) 30 Hz —— 15 kHz
	Signal-to-Noise Ratio (MONO) 64.0 dB
	Stereo Separation (1 kHz) 40 dB
	AM Frequency Range 530 kHz —— 1700 kHz (10 kHz step)
	Usable Sensitivity(S/N = 20 dB)	29 dBμ (28.2 μV)
CD player	Laser Diode GaAlAs
	Digital Filter (D/A) 8 times over sampling
	Spindle Speed 500 rpm —— 200 rpm (CLV)
	Wow & Flutter Below measurable limit
	Frequency Response (±1 dB) 20 Hz —— 20 kHz
	Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz) 0.01 %
	Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1 kHz) 97 dB
	Dynamic Range 92 dB
	Channel Separation 90 dB
	MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
	WMA Decode	Compliant with Windows Media Audio
	AAC Decode	AAC-LC "aac" files

USB	USB Standard	USB 1.1, USB 2.0 (High speed)
	File System	FAT12/16/32
	Maximum Supply Current	DC 5 V=1.5 A
	Frequency Response (±1 dB) 20 Hz — 20 kHz
	Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1 kHz) 98 dB
	Dynamic Range 93 dB
	Channel Separation 90 dB
	MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
	WMA Decode	Compliant with Windows Media Audio
	AAC Decode	AAC-LC ".aac", "m4a" files
	WAV Decode	Linear-PCM
	FLAC Decode	FLAC file (Up to 96 kHz/24 bit)

Bluetooth	Version	Bluetooth 4.2
	Frequency Range	2.402 GHz — 2.480 GHz
	RF Output Power (E.I.R.P.)	+4 dBm (MAX), Power Class 2
	Maximum Communication Range	Line of sight approx. 10 m (32.8 ft)
	Profile	HFP 1.7.1 (Hands-Free Profile) SPP (Serial Port Profile) PBAP (Phonebook Access Profile) A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP 1.6.1 (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)

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Frequency Response (± 3dB) 20 Hz 20 kHz

Input Maximum Voltage 1000 mV

Input Impedance 30k

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Maximum Output Power 50 W × 4

Full Bandwidth Power 22 W × 4 (at less than 1 % THD)

Speaker Impedance 4Ω—8Ω

Tone Action Band 1: 62.5 Hz ±9 dB
Band 2: 100 Hz ±9 dB
Band 3: 160 Hz ±9 dB
Band 4: 250 Hz ±9 dB
Band 5: 400 Hz ±9 dB
Band 6: 630 Hz ±9 dB
Band 7: 1 kHz ±9 dB
Band 8: 1.6 kHz ±9 dB
Band 9: 2.5 kHz ±9 dB
Band 10: 4 kHz ±9 dB
Band 11: 6.3 kHz ±9 dB
Band 12: 10 kHz ±9 dB
Band 13: 16 kHz ±9 dB

Precut Level/Load 2500 mV/10 kΩ

Precut Impedance ≤ 600

Operating Voltage 12 V DC car battery

Installation Size (W× H× D) 178 mm × 100 mm × 156 mm (7^ × 3 - 15 / 16^ × 6 - 1 / 8^ )

Net Weight 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs)

Subject to change without notice.

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BeforeUse

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Volume setting:

General:

Remote control (RC-406):

Basics

Faceplate

Basics

Remote control (RC-406)

How to replace the battery

To On the remote control

GettingStarted

Select the display language and cancel the demonstration

GettingStarted

Set the clock and date

To adjust the clock

To set the date

11 Press and hold o/exit.

Set the other optional settings

GettingStarted

Radio

Search for a station

Radio

Direct Access Tuning (using the remote control)

Other settings

Available Program Type for [PTY SEARCH]

CD/USB/iPod

Insert a disc

Connect a USB device

Connect an iPod/iPhone

Basic operations

CD/USB/iPod

Select music drive

While in USB source, press 5 repeatedly.

Set the playable source for iPod/iPhone

CD/USB/iPod

[USB]

Direct Music Search (using the remote control)

Select a file to play

From a folder or list

Quick search(applicable only for CD source and USB source)

Skip search(applicable only for iPod USB source and iPod BT source)

[SKIP SEARCH] setting

CD/USB/iPod SiriusXM Radio

Alphabet search(applicable only for iPod USB source and iPod BT source)

Preparation:

2 Check your Radio ID for activation.