DNX7160 - Car stereo KENWOOD - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	GPS Car Stereo with Touch Screen
Brand	Kenwood
Model	DNX7160
Dimensions (W x H x D)	178 x 100 x 160 mm (double DIN format)
Weight	Approximately 2 kg
Power Supply	12 V DC (negative ground), 15 A fuse
Power Consumption	Max. 15 A (via fuse)
Main Functions	GPS navigation, CD/DVD player, AM/FM radio, Bluetooth, USB/iPod ports, AV inputs, rear view camera, steering wheel controls
Display	Color touch screen
Connectivity	Bluetooth (hands-free, audio streaming), USB, iPod, audio/video input, preamp outputs front/rear/subwoofer
GPS	Built-in GPS antenna (accessory), initial acquisition up to several minutes
Radio Reception	AM/FM with motorized or amplified antenna
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean with a soft, dry cloth; do not use abrasive products or solvents
Safety	Protection fuse, PROTECT anti-short circuit function, automatic shutdown if overheating
Spare Parts and Repairability	Supplied accessories: mounting sleeve, removal tools, Bluetooth microphone, GPS antenna, cables; replaceable fuse
General Information	Max. mounting angle 30°, cooling fan, compatibility with optional steering wheel adapters

Frequently Asked Questions - DNX7160 KENWOOD

How to install the wiring of the DNX7160?

Disconnect the battery (negative terminal). First connect ground (black), then battery (yellow) and ignition (red) via the fuse box. Connect the speakers correctly (front/rear left/right) and insulate unused wires. Refer to the wiring diagram in the manual.

Why does the screen display 'PROTECT' and not turn on?

The PROTECT function indicates a short circuit on the speaker wires or contact with the chassis. Check each speaker wire and ensure they are not short-circuited. Replace the fuse if necessary (15 A).

How to reset the DNX7160 car stereo?

After installation, press the reset button (usually a small recessed button) with a pen or paperclip. This restores factory settings.

The GPS does not find satellites, what to do?

Park the vehicle outdoors, away from tall buildings and trees. The first acquisition may take several minutes. Make sure the GPS antenna is installed horizontally and at least 30 cm away from a cell phone.

How to connect a smartphone via Bluetooth?

Enable Bluetooth on your phone. On the car stereo, go to the Bluetooth menu, select 'Search' and pair with the name 'KENWOOD DNX7160'. The default PIN is 0000 if requested.

Can I connect a rear view camera?

Yes, connect the camera's video cable to the 'REAR VIEW CAMERA' input (yellow). Connect the control wire (green/red) to the reverse light. Activate the function in the settings.

How to use the steering wheel controls?

You need a specific remote adapter (not supplied) compatible with your vehicle. Connect it to the light blue/yellow wire of the car stereo. Follow the adapter's instructions.

What audio/video file format is supported?

The device plays audio CDs, video CD/DVD, MP3, WMA, AAC, DivX, etc. See the manual for the full list. For iPod, use the optional KCA-iP301V cable.

The sound skips or the picture freezes, what to do?

Check that the device is securely installed. Vibrations can cause skipping. Make sure the cooling fan is not blocked and that the mounting angle is ≤30°.

Where to find the complete manual in French?

Download the free PDF manual from the website notice-facile.com by selecting the French language. You can also request a translation by email.

USER MANUAL DNX7160 KENWOOD

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Installation Procedure

1. To prevent a short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the battery.
2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit.
3. Connect the speaker wires of the wiring harness.
4. Connect the wiring harness wires in the following order: ground, battery, ignition.
5. Connect the wiring harness connector to the unit.
6. Install the unit in your car.
7. Reconnect the battery.
8. Press the reset button.
9. Perform the Initial Setup. (Refer to the Instruction Manual.)

▲WARNING

• If you connect the ignition wire (red) and the battery wire (yellow) to the car chassis (ground), you may cause a short circuit, that in turn may start a fire. Always connect those wires to the power source running through the fuse box.
• Do not cut out the fuse from the ignition wire (red) and the battery wire (yellow). The power supply must be connected to the wires via the fuse.

Acquiring GPS Signals

The first time you turn on this unit, you must wait while the system acquires satellite signals for the first time. This process could take up to several minutes. Make sure your vehicle is outdoors in an open area away from tall buildings and trees for fastest acquisition. After the system acquires satellites for the first time, it will acquire satellites quickly each time thereafter.

About the Front Panel

When removing the product from the box or installing it, the front panel may be positioned at the angle shown in (Fig. 1). This is due to the characteristics of mechanism the product is equipped with.

When the product is first powered on works

properly, the front panel will automatically move into the position (initial setting angle) shown in (Fig. 2).

After the Installation

After the installation, perform the Initial Setup by referring to the instruction manual.

• Mounting and wiring this product requires skills and experience. For best safety, leave the mounting and wiring work to professionals.
• Make sure to ground the unit to a negative 12V DC power supply.
• Do not install the unit in a spot exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing.
• Do not use your own screws. Use only the screws provided. If you use the wrong screws, you could damage the unit.
• If the power is not turned ON ("PROTECT" is displayed), the speaker wire may have a short-circuit or touched the chassis of the vehicle and the protection function may have been activated. Therefore, the speaker wire should be checked.
• If your car's ignition does not have an ACC position, connect the ignition wires to a power source that can be turned on and off with the ignition key. If you connect the ignition wire to a power source with a constant voltage supply, such as with battery wires, the battery may be drained.
• If the console has a lid, make sure to install the unit so that the faceplate will not hit the lid when closing and opening.
• If the fuse blows, first make sure the wires aren't touching to cause a short circuit, then replace the old fuse with one with the same rating.
• Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape or other similar material. To prevent a short circuit, do not remove the caps on the ends of the

unconnected wires or the terminals.

• Connect the speaker wires correctly to the terminals to which they correspond. The unit may be damaged or fail to work if you share the wires or ground them to any metal part in the car.
• When only two speakers are being connected to the system, connect the connectors either to both the front output terminals or to both the rear output terminals (do not mix front and rear). For example, if you connect the connector of the left speaker to a front output terminal, do not connect the connector to a rear output terminal.
  • After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps, blinkers, wipers, etc. on the car are working properly.
• Mount the unit so that the mounting angle is 30^ or less.
• This unit has the cooling fan (page 5) to decrease the internal temperature. Do not mount the unit in a place where the cooling fan of the unit are blocked. Blocking these openings will inhibit the cooling of the internal temperature and result in malfunction.
• Do not press hard on the panel surface when installing the unit to the vehicle. Otherwise scars, damage, or failure may result.
• Reception may drop if there are metal objects near the Bluetooth antenna.

Bluetooth antenna unit

CAUTION

Install this unit in the console of your vehicle.

Do not touch the metal part of this unit during and shortly after the use of the unit. Metal part such as the heat sink and enclosure become hot.

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    A["Ignition key switch"] --> B["ACC"]
    B --> C["Car fuse box (Main fuse)"]
    C --> D["Battery"]
    D --> E["A"]
    E --> F["Ground wire (Black) ⊖ (To car chassis)"]
    F --> G["Antenna Cord FM/AM antenna input"]
    G --> H["FM/AM antenna input"]
    I["Connect to vehicle's parking brake detection switch harness."] --> J["Parking sensor wire (Light Green)"]
    J --> K["PRK SW"]
    K --> L["For best safety, be sure to connect the parking sensor."]
    L --> M["Connect to vehicle's reverse lamp harness when using the optional rear view camera."]
    N["To steering remote"] --> O["To car light control switch"]
    O --> P["Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation."]
    P --> Q["To connect the Kenwood navigation system, consult your navigation manual."]
    Q --> R["Depending on what antenna you are using, connect either to the control terminal of the motor antenna, or to the power terminal for the booster amplifier of the film-type antenna."]
    R --> S["When using the optional power amplifier, connect to its power control terminal."]
    T["If no connections are made, do not let the cable come out from the tab."] --> U["If you connect the ignition wire (red) and the battery wire (yellow) to the car chassis (ground), you may cause a short circuit, that in turn may start a fire. Always connect those wires to the power source running through the fuse box."]

graph TD
    A["USB device or iPod (commercially available)"] --> B["USB terminal"]
    B --> C["To TMC Tuner GTM10 (optional accessory)"]
    B --> D["Audio input (iPod/AV Input 2 switchable) Resistance-free stereo type mini plug (3.5φ)"]
    B --> E["Visual input (iPod/AV Input 2 switchable) Resistance-free mini plug (3.5φ)"]
    B --> F["Accessory ⑭"]
    F --> G["When connecting the TMC Tuner GTM10 (optional accessory), put the cable clamper (accessory ⑭) to the back of this unit first, and then wire the cable through the clamper."]
    H["To Camera control terminal"] --> I["CAM +"]
    H --> J["CAM -"]
    K["To Relay Box"] --> L["RELAY 1"]
    K --> M["RELAY 2"]
    N["Accessory ③"] --> O["Accessory ②"]
    N --> P["Accessory ④"]
    Q["Accessory ③"] --> R["To Camera control terminal (Green/Red)"]
    Q --> S["To Relay Box (Green/White)"]
    T["Accessory ②"] --> U["To TMC Tuner GTM10 (optional accessory)"]
    T --> V["To TMC Tuner GTM10 (optional accessory)"]
    W["Accessory ④"] --> X["To TMC Tuner GTM10 (optional accessory)"]
    W --> Y["To TMC Tuner GTM10 (optional accessory)"]
    Z["AV OUT"] --> AA["Audio/Visual Output: Visual output (Yellow), Audio left output (White), Audio right output (Red)"]
    AB["AV IN"] --> AC["Audio/Visual Input: Visual input (Yellow), Audio left input (White), Audio right input (Red)"]
    AD["REAR VIEW CAMERA"] --> AE["Rear View Camera Input: Visual input (Yellow)"]
    AF["FRONT"] --> AG["Front Precord"]
    AH["REAR"] --> AI["Rear Precord"]
    AJ["SUB WOOFER"] --> AK["Subwoofer Precord"]

graph TD
    A["iPod (commercially available)"] --> B["KCA-iP301V (Optional Accessory)"]
    B --> C["Visual Output (Yellow)"]
    B --> D["Audio Output (Black)"]
    B --> E["USB terminal"]
    E --> F["USB terminal"]
    F --> G["To SIRIUS Satellite Radio tuner/XM Satellite Radio tuner/ HD Radio tuner (Optional Accessory)"]
    G --> H["Conversion adapter (optional accessory) may be necessary for connection of optional accessory. Contact your Kenwood dealer for details."]
    G --> I["TV Tuner (Optional Accessory)"]
    I --> J["Connection cable (Included in the TV tuner)"]

Installing the GPS Antenna

GPS antenna is installed inside of the car. It should be installed as horizontally as possible to allow easy reception of the GPS satellite signals.

To mount the GPS antenna inside your vehicle:

1. Clean your dashboard or other surface.
2. Peel the backing off of the adhesive on the bottom of the metal plate (accessory ⑫).
3. Press the metal plate (accessory ⑫) down firmly on your dashboard or other mounting surface. You can bend the metal plate (accessory ⑫) to conform to a curved surface, if necessary.
4. Place the GPS antenna (accessory ⑪) on top of the metal plate (accessory ⑫).

• Depending on the type of car, reception of the GPS satellite signals might not be possible with an inside installation.
• The GPS antenna should be installed at a position that is spaced at least 12 inch (30 cm) from cellular phone or other transmitting antennas. Signals from the GPS satellite may be interfered with by these types of communication.
• Painting the GPS antenna with (metallic) paint may cause a drop in performance.

Installing the Microphone Unit

1. Check the installation position of the microphone (accessory ⑬).
2. Remove oil and other dirt from the installation surface.
3. Install the microphone.
4. Wire the microphone cable up to the unit with it secured at several positions using tape or the like.

Fix a cable with a commercial item of tape.

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Peel the release coated paper of double-face adhesive tape to fix on the place shown above.

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Adjust the direction of the microphone to the driver.

Install the microphone as far as possible from the cell-phone.

For General Motors

1. Cut out accessory ⑥ to meet the shape of the opening of the center console.
2. Attach accessory ⑥ to the unit.

For Volkswagen

1. Attach accessory ⑩ to the unit.

For Toyota/Scion

1. Cut out accessory ⑥ as illustrated.

1. Fold double-sided adhesive (accessory ⑦) along the slit and attach it to accessory ⑥ cut-out against the center rib as illustrated. Use 2 pieces of accessory ⑦ for 1 accessory ⑥ cut-out.
2. Attach accessory ⑥ cut-out to the unit.

Accessory ⑦

Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (eg, the sound may skip).

Installation on Toyota, Nissan or Mitsubishi Car using Brackets

Removing the Hard Rubber Frame (escutcheon)

1. Engage the catch pins on the removal tool
   ⑤ and remove the two locks on the lower level. Lower the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure.

• The frame can be removed from the top side in the same manner.
• When the lower level is removed, remove the upper two locations.

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Removing the Unit

1. Remove the hard rubber frame by referring to the removal procedure in the section .
2. Insert the two removal tools ⑤ deeply into the slots on each side, as shown.

1. Lower the removal tool toward the bottom, and pull out the unit halfway while pressing towards the inside.

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• Be careful to avoid injury from the catch pins on the removal tool.
• Pull the unit all the way out with your hands, being careful not to drop it.

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ATTENTION

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KENWOOD