Kenwood 5 Series - User Manual

Favorite6series.pdf
Favorite Feature
For the 6 and 9 series CD Receivers
Favorite feature is simply a short cut that once programmed can instantly access a
favorite feature or function of the receiver. There are 6 favorite presets all together and
this guide will show you how to program and operate them.
Not all functions and features can be assigned to a favorite preset. The way to
determine if something can be assigned is by the “FAV” icon in the lower right
hand corner of the display.
To program favorite feature:
1. Go to the feature/function to be set as a favorite
2. Be sure it can be set (represented by the FAV icon
3. Press and hold the search button for 3 seconds
4. Using the control wheel highlight the desired preset number and enter
2-23-2009

Summary

Favorite Feature

How to Program Favorite Features

Program shortcuts by selecting a feature, verifying the FAV icon, holding the search button, and choosing a preset number via the control wheel.

Accessing Preset Favorites

How to Access Favorite Presets

Access programmed favorites by turning the control wheel to cycle through presets and selecting the desired one with the multi-control wheel.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Programming a Favorite Feature
4. Accessing Preset Favorites
5. Practical Applications
6. Important Technical Specifications (Implied)
7. Maintenance Features
8. Overall

The document describes the "Favorite Feature" for Kenwood 6 and 9 series CD Receivers, providing a guide on how to program and access these favorite presets.

Function Description:

The "Favorite Feature" is a shortcut that allows users to instantly access a pre-programmed feature or function of the receiver. It acts as a quick access button for frequently used settings or sources. The receiver offers a total of six favorite presets that can be customized by the user.

Usage Features:

Programming a Favorite Feature:

1. Identify Assignable Functions: Not all functions or features can be assigned to a favorite preset. Users can identify assignable functions by looking for the "FAV" icon displayed in the lower right-hand corner of the receiver's screen.
2. Navigate to Desired Feature: The user must first navigate to the specific feature or function they wish to set as a favorite.
3. Initiate Programming: Once the desired feature is displayed and confirmed to be assignable (by the "FAV" icon), the user needs to press and hold the "search" button for three seconds.
4. Select Preset Number: After initiating programming, the display will show "FAVORITE MEMORY." The user then uses the control wheel to highlight the desired preset number (from 1 to 6) where they want to save the feature.
5. Confirm Selection: Pressing the control wheel (or "enter") confirms the selection and saves the feature to the chosen preset number.

Accessing Preset Favorites:

1. Access Favorite Menu: From the main screen of the receiver, the user turns the control wheel either left or right. This action will bring up the "FAVORITE CALL" menu, displaying the list of programmed presets.
2. Highlight Desired Preset: The user then uses the multi-control wheel to highlight the specific preset they wish to access.
3. Activate Preset: Pressing the multi-control wheel (or "enter") activates the highlighted preset, instantly taking the user to the saved feature or function.

Practical Applications:

The "Favorite Feature" is designed to be highly versatile and can be used for a variety of applications, significantly enhancing user convenience. Examples include:

• Audio Settings: Quickly accessing specific equalizer settings, bass boost, or other audio adjustments.
• Bluetooth Phone Numbers: Storing and quickly dialing the most common phone numbers when the receiver is connected via Bluetooth.
• iPod Playlists/Artists/Songs: Direct access to a favorite playlist, artist, or specific song on a connected iPod.
• Satellite Radio Stations: Saving and quickly tuning into preferred satellite radio channels.
• Other Functions: Any other frequently used function or setting that displays the "FAV" icon can be saved for quick access.

Important Technical Specifications (Implied):

• Number of Presets: The system supports 6 favorite presets.
• User Interface: Programming and access are managed through a control wheel and a "search" button, with visual feedback on the receiver's display.
• Compatibility: Specifically designed for Kenwood 6 and 9 series CD Receivers.

Maintenance Features:

The document does not explicitly detail maintenance features. However, the "Favorite Feature" itself is a user-configurable setting, implying that users can modify or overwrite existing presets as needed, effectively "maintaining" their personalized shortcuts. There are no specific cleaning or hardware maintenance instructions related to this feature.

Overall:

The "Favorite Feature" is a user-centric design element aimed at streamlining the user experience by providing quick and efficient access to frequently used functions and settings on Kenwood 6 and 9 series CD Receivers. Its intuitive programming and access methods make it a valuable tool for personalizing the receiver's operation.

Kenwood 5 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Kenwood
Model	5 Series
Category	Car Receiver
Language	English