KDC-155U - Car stereo KENWOOD - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KDC-155U KENWOOD

Take the time to read through this instruction manual. Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best performance from your new CD-receiver. For your records 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 KDC-X397/ KDC-355U/ KDC-255U/ KDC-155U/ KDC-MP255U/ KDC-MP155U/ KMR-355U Serial number US Residents Only Register Online Register your Kenwood product at www.Kenwoodusa.com © 2012 JVC KENWOOD Corporation EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 1 GET0847-001A (KW/K0) 7/24/12 5:04:30 PM CONTENTS BEFORE USE BEFORE USE

Do not operate any function that takes your attention away from safe driving. GETTING STARTED

• Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car to prevent accident.
• Lower the volume before playing digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of the output level. General:
• Avoid using the USB device or iPod/iPhone if it might hinder driving safety.
• 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. Remote control (RC-406):
• Do not leave the remote control in hot places such as on the dashboard.
• The Lithium battery is in danger of explosion if replaced incorrectly. Replace it only with the same or equivalent type.
• The battery pack or batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use. Dispose of used batteries promptly. If swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY

This perchlorate WARNING applies only to the product sold or distributed in California USA “Perchlorate Material–special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.” Maintenance Cleaning the unit: Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Cleaning the connector: Detach the faceplate and clean the connector with a cotton swab gently, being careful not to damage the connector. How to read this manual

• Operations explained mainly using buttons on the faceplate.
• [XX] indicates the selected items.
• (➜ XX) indicates references are available on the stated page number. 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 silicon or soft cloth. Do not use any solvents.
• When removing discs from this unit, pull them out horizontally.
• Remove burrs from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc. Connector (on the reverse side of the faceplate)

How to replace the battery KDC-MP255U KDC-MP155U Your preset adjustments will also be erased.

Do this (on the faceplate) Do this (on the remote control) Turn on the power Press L SRC.

• Press and hold to turn off the power.*1 Press and hold SRC to turn off the power. ( Pressing SRC does not turn on the power. ) Adjust the volume Turn the volume knob. Press VOL or VOL

Press ATT during playback to attenuate the sound.

• Press again to cancel. Select a source Press L SRC repeatedly. Press SRC repeatedly. Change the display information*2 Press SCRL DISP repeatedly.
• Press and hold to scroll the current display information. ( not available ) *1 For KMR-355U : The power will automatically turn off after 20 minutes when in standby mode (Auto Power Off). *2 For KDC-MP255U / KDC-MP155U : You can also select to turn off the display information by pressing SCRL DISP repeatedly. ENGLISH | EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 3

Cancel the demonstration When you turn on the power (or after you reset the unit), the display shows: “CANCEL DEMO” \ “PRESS” \ “VOLUME KNOB” Press SRC to enter [STANDBY]. Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. Turn the volume knob to select [INITIAL SET], then press the knob. Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press the knob. 5 Press and hold to exit.

• To return to the previous hierarchy, press Default: XX PRESET TYPE NORMAL/ NORM: 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. “DEMO OFF” appears. KEY BEEP ON: Activates the keypress tone. ; OFF: Deactivates. For KMR-355U , [DEMO OFF] is selected initially. PANDORA SRC (Except for KDC-MP255U / KDC-MP155U ) ON: Enables PANDORA in source selection. ; OFF: Disables. (➜ 8) Set the clock BUILT-IN AUX/ BUILTIN AUX 1 Press the volume knob. [YES] is selected for the initial setup. 2 Press the volume knob again.

Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob. Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK], then press the knob. Press the volume knob to select [CLOCK ADJUST]/ [CLOCK ADJ]. Turn the volume knob to adjust the hour, then press the knob. Turn the volume knob to adjust the minute, then press the knob. Press 4 / ¢ to move between the hour and minute adjustment. 7 Press and hold to exit. (or) Press and hold SCRL DISP to enter clock adjustment mode directly while in clock display screen. Then, perform steps 5 and 6 above to set the clock. ON: Enables AUX in source selection. ; OFF: Disables. (➜ 7) 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. SWITCH PRE (Except for KDC-X397 / KDC-355U ) REAR/ SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out terminals on the rear (through an external amplifier). SP SELECT OFF/ 5/4/ 6 × 9/6/ OEM: Selects according to the speaker size (5 inches or 4 inches, 6×9 inches or 6 inches) or OEM speakers for optimum performance.

F/W UP xx.xx YES: Starts upgrading the firmware. ; NO: Cancels (upgrading is not activated). For details on how to update the firmware, see: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/

EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 4 7/26/12 10:55:35 PM RADIO Default: XX Search for a station 1 Press L SRC to select TUNER. 2 Press repeatedly (or press *AM– / #FM+ on RC-406) to select FM1/ SEEK MODE Selects the tuning method for the 4 / ¢ buttons. AUTO1: Automatically searches for a station. ; AUTO2: Searches 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] / [NORM] is selected for [PRESET TYPE].) (➜ 4) MONO SET ON: Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect may be lost. ; OFF: Cancels. For KDC-MP255U / KDC-MP155U : PTY SEARCH Selects the available Program Type (see below), then, press 4 / ¢ to start. 3 Press 4 / ¢ to search for a station.

ON: Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information. ; OFF: Cancels.

• 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) CLOCK FM2/ FM3/ AM. TIME SYNC Direct Access Tuning (using RC-406) (except for KMR-355U ) 1 Press *AM– / #FM+ to select a band. 2 Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning. “– – – • –” (for FM) or “– – – –” (for AM) appears on the display. 3 Press the number buttons to enter a frequency. 4 Press 4 / ¢ (+) to search for a frequency.
• If no operation is done for 10 seconds after step 3, Direct Access Tuning is automatically canceled. Other settings 1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. 2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob. 3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table on the right), then press the knob. to exit. ON: Synchronizes the unit’s time to the Radio Broadcast Data System station time. ; OFF: Cancels. TUNER SET: Selectable only when the source is not TUNER.

ON: Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information. ; OFF: Cancels.

• [MONO SET]/ [PTY SEARCH]/ [TI] is selectable only when the source is FM.
• Available Program Type: SPEECH: NEWS, INFORM (information), SPORTS, TALK, LANGUAGE, REL TALK (religious talk), PERSNLTY (personality), PUBLIC, COLLEGE, HABL ESP (spanish talk), MUSC ESP (spanish music), HIP HOP, 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) The unit will search for the Program Type categorized under [SPEECH] or [MUSIC] if selected.
• For KDC-MP255U / KDC-MP155U : If the volume is adjusted during reception of traffic information or alarm, the adjusted volume is memorized automatically. It will be applied the next time traffic information or alarm function is turned on. 4 Press and hold ENGLISH | EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 5

iPod/iPhone (except for KDC-MP155U )

• To skip songs at a specific ratio, press 4 / ¢. (➜ 7) Repeat play KCA-iP102 (optional accessory) Press and hold iPod to select the control mode while in iPod source. MODE ON: From the iPod*1. MODE OFF: From the unit. *1 You can still control play/pause, file selection, fast-forward or reverse files from the unit.

• MP3/WMA file: Select the desired folder, then a file.
• iPod or KENWOOD Music Editor Light (KME Light)/ KENWOOD Music Control (KMC) file*4: Select the desired file from the list (PLAYLISTS, ARTISTS, ALBUMS, SONGS, PODCASTS*5, GENRES, COMPOSERS*5). The source changes to USB and playback starts. The source changes to iPod and playback starts. USB iPod Random play

• Audio CD: TRACK/ TRAC REPEAT, REPEAT OFF

Press 3 or repeatedly.

Press and hold 3 *2 Only for MP3/WMA files. *3 Applicable only when [MODE OFF] is selected.

to select “ALL RANDOM.”

*4 Only for files registered in the database created with KME Light/ KMC. (➜ 11) *5 Only for iPod.

EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 6 8/22/12 10:06:00 AM CD / USB / iPod Direct Music Search (using RC-406) (except for KMR-355U ) 1 Press DIRECT. 2 Press the number buttons to enter a track/file number. 3 Press 4 / ¢ (+) to search for music.

• Not available if Random Play is selected.
• Not applicable for iPod, KME Light/ KMC file. (➜ 11) Set the skip ratio

Select a song by name (except for KDC-MP155U )

While listening to iPod... Press . Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press the knob. Press again. Turn the volume knob to select the character to be searched for. Press 4 / ¢ to move to the entry position. You can enter up to three characters. Press the volume knob to start searching. Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob. Repeat step 7 until the desired item is selected.

• To search for a character other than A to Z and 0 to 9, enter only “ * ”.

While listening to iPod (except for KDC-MP155U ) or KME Light/ KMC file... Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob. Turn the volume knob to select [SKIP SEARCH], then press the knob. Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob. 0.5% (default)/ 1%/ 5%/ 10%: Sets the skip ratio when searching for a song. (Holding 4 / ¢ skips songs at 10% regardless of the setting made.) Press and hold to exit. Muting upon the reception of a phone call Connect the MUTE wire to your telephone using a commercial telephone accessory. (➜ 15) When a call comes in, “CALL” appears.

• The audio system pauses.
• To continue listening to the audio system during a call, press SRC. “CALL” disappears and the audio system resumes. When the call ends, “CALL” disappears.
• The audio system resumes. AUX Preparation: Select [ON] for [BUILT-IN AUX] / [BUILTIN AUX]. (➜ 4) Start listening 1 Connect a portable audio player (commercially available). Auxiliary input jack Portable audio player

3.5 mm (1/8") stereo mini plug with “L” shaped

• Select [ON] for [PANDORA SRC]. (➜ 4) Preparation: 1 Connect the optional SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (commercially available). Start listening 1 Open the Pandora® application on your device. 2 Connect your device to the USB input terminal. USB input terminal

Do this Pause or resume playback Press 6 38 (or press ENT 38 on RC-406). Thumbs up or thumbs down Skip a track Create a new station The source changes to PANDORA and broadcast starts. 1 Press and hold the volume knob. select [FROM TRACK] or [FROM ARTIST], then press the knob. A new station is created based on the current song or artist. About Pandora® internet radio

• Pandora® is only available in the US.
• Because Pandora® is a third-party service, the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Accordingly, compatibility may be impaired or some or all of the services may become unavailable.
• Some functions of Pandora® cannot be operated from this unit.
• For issues using the application, please contact Pandora at [e-mail].
• If the version of the OS of the connected iPhone is earlier than 4.0, start the PANDORA internet radio application before selecting the PANDORA source. Save a station Search for a registered station Expansion port on the rear panel Press ¢. 2 Turn the volume knob to KCA-iP102 (optional accessory) Antenna Press 1 / 2 .
• If thumbs down is selected, the current track is skipped. Press and hold number button 3, 4 or 5 to store.
• To select a stored station, press the same button (3, 4 or 5). 1 Press . 2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob (or press 5/∞ on RC-406). [BY DATE]: According to the registered date. [A-Z]: Alphabetical order. 3 Turn the volume knob to the desired station, then press the knob. SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner 2 Activate the subscription through www.siriusxm. com/activatenow or call 1-866-635-2349. The Radio ID is required to activate the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner. The Radio ID is located on the label of the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and can also be shown on the unit’s display window when you select “Channel 0” after SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is connected. 3 Press L SRC to select SIRIUS XM to start updating. Start listening

Press L SRC to select SIRIUS XM. Press repeatedly to select a band. Press and hold . Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press the knob. If “ALL CHANNEL” is selected, all the available channels will be shown. 5 Turn the volume knob to select a channel, then press the knob. (or) Press 4 / ¢ to search for a channel manually.

• Pressing and holding 4 / ¢ changes the channel rapidly.

EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 8 7/24/12 5:04:36 PM SiriusXM™ If a locked channel or a mature channel ([MATURE CH] is set to [ON]) is selected, a pass code input screen appears. Enter the pass code to receive the channel. Default: XX SEEK MODE Selects the tuning method for the 4 / ¢ buttons. CHANNEL: Manually search for a channel. ; PRESET: Search for a preset channel of the selected band.

CHANNEL LOCK/ CH LOCK

To unlock settings: 1 Turn the volume knob to select a number. 2 Press 4 / ¢ to move to the entry position. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the current pass code. (Initial pass code is 0000.) 4 Press the volume knob to confirm.

• To store a channel of the current band: Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6).

• To select a stored channel of the current band: Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6) Direct Access Tuning (using RC-406) (except for KMR-355U ) 1 Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning. 2 Press the number buttons to enter a channel number, then press 4 / ¢ (+) to start searching.
• To cancel, press CODE SET 1 Turn the volume knob to select a number. 2 Press 4 / ¢ to move to the entry position. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter a new 4-digit pass code. 4 Press the volume knob to confirm. 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to reconfirm the pass code.
• Make a note of the new pass code to enter channel lock settings from next time.

CHANNEL EDIT/CH EDIT *

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 G to exit.

CHANNEL CLEAR/CH CLEAR *

YES: Clears all the locked channels. ; NO: Cancels. MATURE CH ON: Turns on the Sirius XM-defined lock setting (mature channel). ; OFF: Turns off.

• If [ON] is selected, your setting (CHANNEL EDIT/ CH EDIT) is temporary ignored. or DIRECT. Replay Press G. Replay starts from the live position (and “ ” lights up for KDC-X397 ). During Replay...
• To pause or resume playback, press 6 38.
• To skip the current song backward/forward, press 4 / ¢.
• To exit from Replay and go to live, press G. Other settings 1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. 2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob. 3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see table on the right),

SIGNAL LEVEL/ SIGNAL LVL

NO SIGNAL/ WEAK/ GOOD/ STRONG: Shows the strength of the current received signal. BUFFER USAGE/ BUF USAGE 0% — 100% (0): Shows the memory usage for Replay buffer.

• Displayed only when [MATURE CH] is set to [OFF]. then press the knob. to exit. 4 Press and hold ENGLISH | EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 9

8/22/12 10:06:05 AM AUDIO SETTINGS While listening to any source... LOUDNESS LOUDNESS LV1/ LOUD LV1/ LOUDNESS LV2/ LOUD LV2: Selects your preferred low and high frequencies boost to produce a well-balanced sound at a low volume level. ; OFF: Cancels. 3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press BALANCE L15 to R15 (0): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance. the knob. Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or activated. 4 Press and hold to exit. FADER R15 to F15 (0): Adjusts the rear and front speaker output balance. SUBWOOFER

DETAILED SET/ DETAIL SET

Default: XX SUB-W LEVEL –15 to +15 (0): BASS LEVEL –8 to +8 (0): MID LEVEL –8 to +8 (0): TRE LEVEL –8 to +8 (0): HPF For KDC-X397 / KDC-355U : THROUGH: All signals are sent to the speakers. ; 100HZ/ 120HZ/ 150HZ: Audio signals with frequencies higher than 100 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 150 Hz are sent to the speakers. LPF SUBWOOFER/ LPF SUB-W THROUGH: All signals are sent to the subwoofer. ; 85HZ/ 120HZ/ 160HZ: Audio signals with frequencies lower than 85 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 160 Hz are sent to the subwoofer. SUB-W PHASE REVERSE/ REV (180°)/ NORMAL/ NORM (0°): Selects the phase of the subwoofer output to be in line with the speaker output for optimum performance. (Selectable only if a setting other than [THROUGH] is selected for [LPF SUBWOOFER]/ [LPF SUB-W].) SUPREME SET ON: Creates realistic sound by interpolating the high-frequency components that are lost in MP3/WMA audio compression. ; OFF: Cancels. (Selectable only when playing back an MP3/WMA disc or a USB device, except iPhone/iPod.) VOLUME OFFSET/ VOL OFFSET (Default: 0) –8 to +8 (for AUX) ; –8 to 0 (for other sources): Presets the volume adjustment level of each source. (Before adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.) Adjusts the subwoofer output level. Adjusts the level to memorize for each source. (Before making an adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.) EQ PRO (for KDC-X397 ) BASS ADJUST MID ADJUST TRE ADJUST

60/ 80/ 100/ 200: Selects the center frequency. BASS LEVEL –8 to +8 (0): Adjusts the level.

1.00/ 1.25/ 1.50/ 2.00: Adjusts the quality factor. BASS EXTEND ON: Turns on the extended bass. ; OFF: Cancels.

0.5K/ 1.0K/ 1.5K/ 2.5K: Selects the center frequency. MID LEVEL –8 to +8 (0): Adjusts the level.

0.75/ 1.00/ 1.25: Adjusts the quality factor.

10.0K/ 12.5K/ 15.0K/ 17.5K: Selects the center frequency. TRE LEVEL –8 to +8 (0): Adjusts the level. PRESET EQ NATURAL/ USER/ ROCK/ POPS/ EASY/ TOP40/ JAZZ/ POWERFUL: Selects a preset equalizer suitable to the music genre. (Select [USER] to use the customized bass, middle, and treble settings.) BASS BOOST B.BOOST LV1/ B.BOOST LV2/ B.BOOST LV3: Selects your preferred bass boost level. ; OFF: Cancels. For KDC-255U / KDC-155U / KDC-MP255U / KDC-MP155U / KMR-355U :

• [SUB-W LEVEL]/ [SUB-W SET]/ [LPF SUB-W]/ [SUB-W PHASE] is selectable only if [SWITCH PRE] is set to [SUB-W]. (➜ 4)
• [SUB-W LEVEL]/ [LPF SUB-W]/ [SUB-W PHASE] is selectable only if [SUB-W SET] is set to [ON].

EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 10 7/24/12 5:04:37 PM DISPLAY SETTINGS MORE INFORMATION 1 Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. 2 Turn the volume knob to select [SETTINGS], then press the knob. 3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press General

• This unit can only play the following CDs: the knob. Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or activated. 4 Press and hold to exit.
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press

• Detailed information and notes about the playable audio files are stated in an online manual on the following site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/

• Playable disc file formats: ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name.
• Playable USB device file system: FAT16, FAT32 Although the audio files are complied with the standards listed above, playback maybe impossible depending on the types or conditions of media or device. Unplayable discs
• Discs that are not round.
• Discs 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. DISPLAY (for KDC-155U / KDC-MP155U / KMR-355U ) DISP DIMMER ON: Dims the display illumination. ; OFF: Cancels. TEXT SCROLL AUTO/ ONCE: Selects whether to scroll the display information automatically, or scroll only once. ; OFF: Cancels. About USB devices
• This unit can play MP3/WMA files stored on a USB mass storage class device.
• You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub and Multi Card Reader.
• Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5 m may result in abnormal playback.
• This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose rating is other than 5 V and exceeds 1 A. About iPod/iPhone Made for - iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation) - iPod classic - iPod with video - iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation) - iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S
• For the latest compatible list and software versions of iPhone/iPod, see: www.kenwood. com/cs/ce/ipod
• If you start playback after connecting the iPod, the music that has been played by the iPod is played first. In this case, “RESUMING” is displayed without displaying a folder name, etc. Changing the browse item will display the correct title, etc.
• You cannot operate iPod if “KENWOOD” or “ ” is displayed on iPod. About “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and “KENWOOD Music Control”
• This unit supports the PC application “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and Android™ application “KENWOOD Music Control.”
• When you use an audio file with database information added using the “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” or “KENWOOD Music Control,” you can search for a file by title, album or artist name using Music Search.
• “KENWOOD Music Editor Light” and “KENWOOD Music Control” are available from the following web site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ ENGLISH | EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 11

• Sound cannot be heard.
• The unit does not turn on.
• Information shown on the display is incorrect. The unit does not work at all. For KMR-355U : The Auto Power Off function (that turns the power off after 20 minutes when in standby mode) does not work.
• Radio reception is poor.
• Static noise while listening to the radio. “NA FILE” appears. “NO DISC” appears. “TOC ERROR” appears. “PLS EJECT” appears. Disc cannot be ejected. “READ ERROR” appears. “NO DEVICE” appears. “COPY PRO” appears. “NO MUSIC” appears. “NA DEVICE” appears. “USB ERROR” appears. Reset the unit. (➜ 3) Make sure [OFF] is selected for [DEMO MODE]. (➜ 4)

• Connect the antenna firmly.
• Pull the antenna out all the way. Make sure the disc contains supported audio files. (➜ 11) Insert a playable disc into the loading slot. Make sure the disc is clean and inserted properly. Reset the unit. If this does not solve the problem, consult your nearest service center. Press and hold 0 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. (➜ 3) Copy the files and folders onto the USB device again. If this does not solve the problem, reset the USB device or use another USB device. Connect a USB device, and change the source to USB again. A copy-protected file is played. Connect a USB device that contains playable audio files. Connect a supported USB device, and check the connections.
• Remove the USB device, turn the unit off, then turn it on again.
• Try to connect another USB device. Symptom “iPod ERROR” appears. Noise is generated. Tracks do not play back as you have intended them to play. “READING” keeps flashing. Elapsed playing time is not correct. The number of songs contained in the “SONGS” category of this unit is different from the iPod/iPhone. Correct characters are not displayed (e.g. album name).
• “ADD ERROR”/ “ADD ERR”
• “SEARCH ERROR”/ “SEARCH ERR”

“CHECK DEVICE”/ “CHK DEVICE”

“NO SKIPS” “NO STATIONS” “STATION LIMIT”/ “STATION LIM” “UPGRADE APP” Pandora® “PROTECT” appears and no operations can be done. Remedy

• Adjust the volume to the optimum level.
• Check the cords and connections. Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker wires are insulated properly, then reset the unit. If this does not solve the problem, consult your nearest service center. Clean the connectors. (➜ 2) “CH LOCKED” “CHAN UNSUB” SiriusXM™ Symptom Sound cannot be heard. “CHAN UNAVAIL” “CHECK ANTENNA”/ “CHK ANTENNA” “CHECK TUNER” “NO SIGNAL”

“SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED – ENTER

TO CONTINUE.” / “SUBSCRIPTN

UPDATED – ENTER TO CONTINUE.”

• Reset the iPod. Skip to another track or change the disc. Playback order is determined when files are recorded. Do not use too many hierarchical levels or folders. This is caused by how the tracks are recorded. Podcast files are not counted on this unit as this unit does not support the playback of podcast files. This unit can only display uppercase letters, numbers, and a limited number of symbols. New station creation is unsuccessful. Check the Pandora® application on your device. The skip limit has been reached. No station is found. The number of registered stations has reached it’s limit. Retry after deleting an unnecessary station on your device. Make sure you have installed the latest version of the Pandora® application on your device. The selected channel is locked. Enter the correct pass code to unlock. (➜ 9) The selected channel is unsubscribed. Call 1-866-635-2349 to subscribe. The selected channel is unavailable. Check the antenna and its connection are in good condition. Make sure the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is connected to the unit. Make sure the antenna is mounted outside the vehicle. Your subscription is updated. Press the volume knob to continue. Make sure you have entered the correct pass code. (➜ 9)

EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 12 7/24/12 5:15:51 PM Laser Diode Digital Filter (D/A) D/A Converter Spindle Speed Wow & Flutter Frequency Response (±1 dB) Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz) Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1 kHz) Dynamic Range MP3 Decode WMA Decode For KDC-MP255U / KDC-MP155U :

87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (50 kHz space)

11.2 dBf (1.0 μV/75 Ω)

19.2 dBf (2.5 μV/75 Ω)

30 Hz to 15 kHz 63 dB 40 dB 530 kHz to 1 700 kHz (10 kHz space) 31 dBμ (36 μV) GaAIAs 8 times over sampling 24 Bit 500 rpm to 200 rpm (CLV) Below measurable limit 20 Hz to 20 kHz

For KDC-X397 : 110 dB For KDC-355U / KDC-255U / KDC-155U /

KMR-355U : 105 dB 90 dB Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 Compliant with Windows Media Audio USB Standard Maximum Supply Current File System MP3 Decode WMA Decode USB 1.1, USB 2.0 (Full speed) DC 5 V 1 A FAT16/ 32 Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 Compliant with Windows Media Audio Maximum Output Power Full Bandwidth Power Speaker Impedance Tone Action Preout Level / Load (CD) 50 W × 4 22 W × 4 (at less than 1 % THD) 4 Ω to 8 Ω Bass 100 Hz ±8 dB Middle 1 kHz ±8 dB Treble

14.4 V (11 V to 16 V allowable)

10 A 182 mm × 53 mm × 160 mm (7-3/16" × 2-1/8" × 6-5/16")

Audio Usable Sensitivity (S/N = 26 dB) Quieting Sensitivity (DIN S/N = 46 dB) Frequency Response (±3 dB) Signal-to-Noise Ratio (MONO) Stereo Separation (1 kHz) AM Frequency Range Usable Sensitivity (S/N = 20 dB) For KDC-X397 / KDC-355U / KDC-255U / KDC-155U / KMR-355U :

87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz space)

Auxiliary Frequency Range General CD player Tuner

7/24/12 5:04:38 PM INSTALLATION / CONNECTION Installating the unit (in-dash mounting) 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.
• Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape to prevent a short circuit.
• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation. Do the required wiring. (➜ 15) Make sure the direction of the trim plate. The shape of the hooks on the top side is as illustrated. Caution
• For safety’s sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult the car audio dealer.
• 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 speaker to the car chassis, Ground wire (black), or in parallel.
• Mount the unit with the angle of 30º or less.
• 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.
• 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. 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. (➜ 15) 3 Install the unit to your car. See Installing the unit (in-dash mounting). Dashboard of your car Bend the appropriate tabs to hold the mounting sleeve firmly in place. When installing without the mounting sleeve 1 Remove the mounting sleeve and trim plate from the unit. 2 Align the holes in the unit (on both sides) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with the supplied screws. How to remove the unit 1 Detach the faceplate. 2 Fit the catch pin on the extraction keys into the holes on both sides of the trim plate, then pull it out. 3 Insert the extraction keys deeply into the slots on each side, then follow the arrows as shown on the right. 4 Connect the · terminal of the car battery. 5 Reset the unit. (➜ 3) EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 14 7/24/12 5:04:38 PM Wiring connection Rear/subwoofer output

Rear output ( ×1 ) Fuse (10 A) Antenna terminal B Mounting sleeve For KDC-X397 / KDC-355U / KMR-355U : To the optional SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (commercially available) (➜ 8) ( ×1 ) If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. To front speaker (left) White White/Black To front speaker (right) Gray Gray/Black To rear speaker (left) Green Green/Black To rear speaker (right) Purple Purple/Black Light blue/yellow (Steering remote control wire) Light blue/yellow (Marine remote control wire) Blue/White (Power control wire) STEERING WHEEL REMOTE INPUT REMOTE CONT MARINE REMOTE P. CONT For KDC-X397 / KDC-355U / KDC-MP255U / KDC-MP155U : To the steering wheel remote control adapter For KMR-355U : To Kenwood Wired Marine Remote Control unit (optional accessory) For the latest information on marine accessories please go to: http://www.kenwoodusa.com/ Car_Entertainment/Marine/ To the power control terminal when using the optional power amplifier, or to the antenna control terminal in the vehicle. C Trim plate ( ×1 ) D Wiring harness ( ×1 ) E Extraction key ( ×2 ) Ignition switch Car fuse box Red (Ignition wire) MUTE Yellow (Battery wire) Car fuse box Battery Brown (Mute control wire) Black (Ground wire) To the metallic body or chassis of the car To the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation. (To connect the Kenwood navigation system, refer your navigation manual.) F Flat head screw ( ×4 ) G Round head screw Blue (Antenna control wire) ( ×4 ) ANT CONT (Not used) ENGLISH | EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 15

CHANNEL EDIT/CH EDIT *

1 Tournez le bouton de volume pour choisir une catégorie, puis appuyez sur le bouton. 2 Tournez le bouton de volume pour choisir un canal que vous souhaitez verrouiller, puis appuyez sur le bouton. “L” apparaît devant le numéro de canal. 3 Appuyez sur G pour quitter.

CHANNEL CLEAR/CH CLEAR *

DETAILED SET/ DETAIL SET

• Essayez de connecter un autre périphérique USB. Symptôme “iPod ERROR” apparaît. Du bruit est produit. Les plages ne sont pas reproduites comme vous le souhaitiez. “READING” continue de clignoter. La durée de lecture écoulée n’est pascorrecte. Le nombre de morceaux contenus dans la catégorie “SONGS” de cet appareil est différent de celui de l’iPod/iPhone. Les caractères corrects ne sont pas affichés (ex.: nom de l’album).
• “ADD ERROR”/ “ADD ERR”
• “SEARCH ERROR”/ “SEARCH ERR”

“CHECK DEVICE”/ “CHK DEVICE”

“NO SKIPS” “NO STATIONS”

“STATION LIMIT”/ “STATION LIM”

“SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED – ENTER

TO CONTINUE.” / “SUBSCRIPTN

UPDATED – ENTER TO CONTINUE.”

CHANNEL EDIT/CH EDIT *

1 Gire la rueda de volumen para seleccionar una categoría y luego púlsela. 2 Gire la rueda de volumen para seleccionar el canal que desea bloquear y luego púlsela. La “L” antecede al número de canal. 3 Pulse G para salir.

CHANNEL CLEAR/CH CLEAR *

DETAILED SET/ DETAIL SET

• “ADD ERROR”/ “ADD ERR” Fracasó la creación de la nueva emisora.
• “SEARCH ERROR”/ “SEARCH ERR”

“CHECK DEVICE”/ “CHK DEVICE”

Verifique la aplicación Pandora® en su dispositivo. “NO SKIPS” Se ha llegado al límite de saltos. “NO STATIONS” No se pudo encontrar la emisora.

“STATION LIMIT”/ “STATION LIM”

“SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED – ENTER

TO CONTINUE.” / “SUBSCRIPTN

UPDATED – ENTER TO CONTINUE.”

8/14/12 8:55:39 AM 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. JVC KENWOOD Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI,

HACHIOJI-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN

THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21CFR SUBCHAPTER J IN EFFECT AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE. Location : Top Plate FCC WARNING This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. FCC 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 may cause harmful interference to radio communications, if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. 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. EN_KDC-X397[KWK0]f.indd 16

• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
• iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission.
• Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
• Android is trademark of Google Inc. Información acerca de la eliminación de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos al final de la vida útil (aplicable a los países que hayan adoptado sistemas independientes de recogida de residuos) Los productos con el símbolo de un contenedor con ruedas tachado no podrán ser desechados como residuos domésticos. Los equipos eléctricos y electrónicos al final de la vida útil, deberán ser reciclados en instalaciones que puedan dar el tratamiento adecuado a estos productos y a sus subproductos residuales correspondientes. Póngase en contacto con su administración local para obtener información sobre el punto de recogida más cercano. Un tratamiento correcto del reciclaje y la eliminación de residuos ayuda a conservar los recursos y evita al mismo tiempo efectos perjudiciales en la salud y el medio ambiente. Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment (applicable for countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems) Products with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste. Old electrical and electronic equipment should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts. Contact your local authority for details in locating a recycle facility nearest to you. Proper recycling and waste disposal will help conserve resources whilst preventing detrimental effects on our health and the environment. 8/15/12 11:07:47 AM