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Kenwood DDX Series User Manual

Kenwood DDX Series
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GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM
DNX SERIES
DNX5360 DNX5360M
MONITOR WITH DVD RECEIVER
DDX SERIES
DDX5036 DDX5036M
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
© B64-4615-00/02 (MW/M2W/XW/VV)
This instruction manual is used to describe models listed below.
Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country and
sales area.
• Type 2 (DVD Region Code 2 area)
• Type 3 (DVD Region Code 3 area)
• Type 4 (DVD Region Code 4 area)
• Type 6 (DVD Region Code 6 area)
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Kenwood DDX Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenwood
ModelDDX Series
CategoryCar Receiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Before Use

Safety Precautions

Precautions to prevent injury or fire, and protect the monitor from damage.

How to Reset Your Unit

Procedure to reset the unit to factory settings.

Unit Cleaning and Lens Fogging

Instructions for cleaning the unit and handling lens fogging.

Disc Handling and Compatibility

Guidelines for handling discs, incompatible discs, and general notes.

How to Read This Manual

Understanding Manual Conventions

Explains symbols, icons, and navigation conventions used in the manual.

Function Icons

Understanding Function Icons

Explanation of icons representing available functions.

Other Marks and Symbols

Understanding Operational Marks

Explanation of marks indicating precautions, instructions, and initial values.

Front Panel Button Functions

Button A: Disc Eject

Ejects the disc from the unit.

Button B: Navigation/Source Screen

Displays navigation or switches to source screen.

Button C: Volume Control/Tone Control

Adjusts volume and accesses tone control settings.

Button D: Power On/Off

Turns the unit power on or off.

Front Panel Button Functions - Part 2

Buttons E & F: Screen and Hands-Free Controls

Accesses screen control, easy control, hands-free, and AV output.

Screen Switching and External Connection

Screen Switching Function

How to switch between navigation and source control screens.

AV-IN Jack Connection

Guide for connecting external devices via the AV-IN jack.

Getting Started

Displaying the Navigation Screen

Procedure to display the navigation screen for DNX and DDX series.

Selecting the Source

How to select the desired source from the Source Select screen.

Getting Started - Media and Devices

Setting a Medium or Device

Instructions for inserting discs, iPod, USB devices, and microSD cards.

Basic Operation

Displaying the Source Control Screen

How to access the Source Control screen for various sources.

Top Menu Screen Navigation

Accessing the Top Menu

Procedure to display the Top Menu screen.

Basic Operation - Top Menu

Top Menu Screen Buttons

Function of buttons available on the Top Menu screen.

Common Screen Buttons

Description of buttons common across various screens.

Basic Operation - Playback

Playback Screen Controls

Basic operation areas on the playback screen of visual sources.

Source Information Screen

How to display and clear source information.

Basic Operation - Easy Control

Displaying the Easy Control Screen

How to display basic operation buttons on the playback screen.

Easy Control Screen Buttons

Functions of buttons available on the Easy Control screen.

Watching DVD/Video CD

Playback Screen Functions

Basic playback functions for DVD/Video CD.

Easy Control Screen for DVD/VCD

Basic operation buttons on the DVD/Video CD screen.

Source Control Screen - DVD/VCD

DVD/Video CD Playback Controls

Controls for DVD-Video and Video CD playback.

Multi Function Bar

Functions available in the multi-function bar for playback.

DVD-VIDEO Disc Menu Navigation

Menu Control Screens

Navigating DVD menus via Menu Control 1 and 2 screens.

Highlight Control

Controlling DVD Menu options by touching directly on screen.

Zoom Control Screen

Adjusting zoom levels and scrolling for DVD playback.

DVD-VR Menu Control

DVD-VR Menu Navigation

Navigating DVD-VR menus and controls.

DVD-VR Zoom Control

Adjusting zoom levels and scrolling for DVD-VR playback.

Video CD Zoom Control

VCD Zoom and Scrolling

Enlarging and scrolling the Video CD screen.

Music Disc and File Playback

Source Control Screen for Media Files

Accessing playback controls for various media files.

Multi Function Bar for Media Files

Functions available in the multi-function bar for media playback.

List Select for Media Files

Folder and Play List Navigation

Searching folders and play lists for audio/video/picture files.

File Selection and Navigation

Selecting and navigating through files and folders.

USB Device Select

Connecting and Selecting USB Devices

Procedure to select USB devices or partitions.

Link Search (Audio file in USB)

Searching for Artist Songs in USB

Finds other songs by the currently selected artist in USB.

Playback Screen (Video file, Picture file)

Video and Picture File Playback Controls

Basic playback controls for video and picture files.

Easy Control Screen - Video/Picture

Video and Picture File Playback Controls

Basic operation buttons for video and picture files.

Picture Control

Adjusting Picture Display

Options for adjusting picture display, including rotation.

Movie Menu Control

Navigating Movie Menus

Selecting options from the movie menu.

iPod Control - Playback

iPod Playback Screen

Basic playback functions for iPod music and video.

Easy Control Screen for iPod

Basic operation buttons for iPod playback.

iPod Control - Source and Multi Function

Source Control Screen for iPod

Accessing playback controls and information for iPod.

iPod Multi Function Bar

Functions available in the multi-function bar for iPod.

iPod List and Link Search

Browsing iPod Lists

Lists and searches music/video contained in the iPod.

Link Search Functionality

Searches for songs by the same artist.

Radio Listening

Source Control Screen for Radio

Accessing radio tuning and playback controls.

Radio Multi Function Bar

Functions available in the multi-function bar for radio tuning.

Preset Select for Radio

Listing and Selecting Memorized Stations

How to list and tune to memorized radio stations.

Frequency Step Setting

Adjusting Tuning Frequency Steps

Procedure to change the tuning frequency step for FM and AM bands.

Radio Memory Functions

Auto Memory Operation

Automatically stores stations with good reception in memory.

Manual Memory Operation

Manually stores the current receiving station in memory.

Radio Text Display

Viewing Radio Text Information

Displays radio text information when receiving FM broadcast.

Set Station Name

Assigning Names to Radio Stations

Procedure to assign a custom name to a radio station.

Traffic Information

Receiving and Displaying Traffic Bulletins

How the unit automatically switches to traffic information.

Search by Program Type

Tuning Stations by Program Type

How to tune to a station based on its program type.

TV Watching

Function During TV Screen

Basic functions available while watching TV.

Easy Control Screen for TV

Basic operation buttons for TV viewing.

TV Source Control Screen

TV Tuning and Memory Functions

Controls for TV tuning, memory, and seek modes.

TV Multi Function Bar

Functions available in the multi-function bar for TV.

TV Memory Functions

Auto Memory for TV Stations

Automatically stores TV stations with good reception.

Manual Memory for TV Stations

Manually stores the current TV station in memory.

Preset Select for TV

Listing and Selecting Memorized TV Stations

How to list and tune to memorized TV stations.

Set Station Name for TV

Assigning Names to TV Stations

Procedure to assign a custom name to a TV station.

Bluetooth Audio Control

Playing Audio via Bluetooth

Listen to audio files from Bluetooth audio players and cell-phones.

Bluetooth Audio Playback Controls

Basic playback controls for Bluetooth audio.

Character Entry

Entering Characters for Settings

Procedure for entering characters for various settings.

Muting Audio Volume During Phone Calls

Automatic Volume Muting During Calls

How the audio volume is muted when a phone call is received.

Screen Control

Adjusting Screen Display Settings

Settings for screen modes and picture quality.

Screen Mode Selection

How to select screen modes like Full, Just, Zoom, Normal.

Hands-Free Phoning

Before Using Hands-Free

Prerequisites for using the hands-free system.

Downloading the Phonebook

Procedure to download phonebook data from cell-phone.

Managing Phone Calls

Receiving and Rejecting Calls

How to answer or reject incoming phone calls.

Call Waiting Functionality

Managing multiple calls with call waiting.

During a Call Operations

Controls for voice output and disconnecting calls.

Making a Call

Dialing Methods

Options for dialing a phone number via hands-free.

Hands-Free Control Screen Overview

Explanation of the hands-free control screen and its icons.

Calling via Phonebook

Searching and Selecting Phonebook Entries

How to search and select contacts from the phonebook.

Calling by Entering a Phone Number

Direct Number Dialing

Procedure to dial a phone number directly.

Calling Using Call Records

Accessing Outgoing, Incoming, Missed Calls

Making calls from call history lists.

Calling by Voice Recognition

Voice Recognition Dialing Setup

Requirements for voice recognition dialing.

Voice Recognition Dialing

Using Voice Recognition for Calls

Steps for saying names or keywords for voice dialing.

Controlling Tone-based Services

Using DTMF Tones During Calls

Sending DTMF tones for tone-based services during a call.

Setting Up the Hands-Free Phone

Hands-Free Setup Options

Configuring settings like SMS, auto response, and beep.

Voice Registration for Recognition

Recording Voice for Phonebook Entries

Registering voice for voice recognition in the phonebook.

Key Word Voice Registration

Registering Voices for Phone Number Categories

Registering voice keywords to select phone number categories.

Phone Number Preset

Registering Frequently Used Numbers

Registering phone numbers to hands-free preset buttons.

SMS (Short Message Service)

Using the SMS Function

Overview of SMS functions and message selection.

Creating and Sending SMS Messages

Creating and Sending SMS

Procedure for creating and sending SMS messages.

Audio Control

Audio Control Menu Overview

Accessing the audio control menu for sound effect settings.

Adjusting Audio Balance and Volume

Adjusting front/rear, left/right balance and volume offset.

Equalizer Control

Setting Equalizer Curves

Selecting equalizer curve types or creating custom curves.

Tone Setup

Adjusting Tone Curves

Setting Bass, Middle, Treble, and other tone adjustments.

Zone Control

Setting Front and Rear Audio Sources

Configuring single or dual zone audio sources and rear volume.

Setup Menu

Navigating the Setup Menu

Overview of the setup menu structure and options.

System Settings

Settings related to user interface, touch, clock, and security.

Display Settings

Settings for background, color, and screen adjustments.

Source-Specific Setup

Setup options for Bluetooth, Tuner, DVD, iPod, USB, TV, AV-IN, Navigation, Audio.

DivX Setup

Checking DivX Registration Code

Verifying the registration code for DivX DRM content.

Software Information

Checking Software Version

Displays the software version of the unit.

User Interface Settings

Customizing User Interface Parameters

Adjusting beep, remote sensor, language, and animation.

Language Setting

Selecting Display and GUI Languages

Choosing display language for screens and audio file tags.

Touch Panel Adjustment

Calibrating the Touch Panel

Adjusting touch panel operations for accuracy.

Clock Setup

Setting and Synchronizing the Clock Time

Adjusting the clock time and synchronizing with navigation/RDS.

Security Indicator Setup

Enabling the Security Indicator

Setting the security indicator to ON to deter theft.

Setup Memory

Memorizing and Recalling Settings

Saving and restoring audio, AV-IN, and navigation settings.

Entering Background Image

Loading Images from USB for Background

Procedure to load images from USB for background display.

Panel Color Coordinate

Setting Button Illumination Color

Adjusting and selecting button illumination colors.

Screen Adjustment

Adjusting Screen Mode and Picture Quality

Customizing screen mode and picture quality settings.

Registering Bluetooth Unit

Pairing Bluetooth Devices

Process to register and connect Bluetooth units.

Registering Special Bluetooth Unit

Troubleshooting Bluetooth Registration Errors

Registering units that failed normal registration.

Registering Bluetooth Unit PIN Code

Setting Bluetooth PIN Code

Setting the PIN code for Bluetooth unit registration.

Bluetooth Unit Connection

Selecting and Connecting Bluetooth Units

Selecting a registered Bluetooth unit to connect.

Bluetooth Hands-Free/Audio Output Setup

Configuring Audio Output Speakers

Selecting speakers for hands-free and audio output.

AV Input Setup

Setting AV Input Parameters

Configuring AV input settings like names and interface use.

AV Interface Setup

Configuring AV Output and Camera Interrupt

Setting AV output source and rear camera display method.

Navigation Setup

Configuring Navigation System Parameters

Setting navigation voice guidance, volume, and input.

Speaker Setup

Selecting Speaker Types and Sizes

Choosing speaker types to optimize sound effects.

Crossover Network Setup

Adjusting Speaker Crossover Frequencies

Setting crossover frequencies for speakers.

DVD Setup

Configuring DVD Playback Settings

Setting menu language, subtitles, audio, and screen ratio.

Parental Level and Disc Setup

Setting parental lock levels and disc-related settings.

DVD Language Setup

Selecting DVD Menu and Audio Languages

Choosing languages for DVD menus, speech, and subtitles.

DVD Parental Level Setup

Setting Parental Lock Levels

Setting parental lock levels and entering passcodes.

Disc Setup

Configuring Disc Playback Options

Setting picture display time, CD playback, and DVD screen display.

USB Setup

Configuring USB Playback Settings

Setting picture display time and on-screen display for USB.

iPod Setup

Configuring iPod Playback Settings

Setting audiobook speed, widescreen, and on-screen display for iPod.

Tuner Setup (Type 2/ 3 models)

Configuring Tuner Parameters

Setting news interrupt, AF, regional, auto TP seek, language.

TV Setup

Setting TV Reception Areas and On-Screen Display

Configuring TV receiving areas and on-screen display.

Remote Controller

Remote Controller Overview

Information on supplied remote controllers (RC-DV331/RC-DV340).

Battery Installation

Instructions for installing batteries in the remote controller.

Remote Controller Mode Switch

How the mode switch affects remote controller functions.

Common Operations (AUD Mode)

Source Switching and Volume Control

Switching sources and adjusting volume with the remote.

Dual Zone and Rear Volume Control

Operating Dual Zone and rear volume controls.

Cursor Key and Enter Function

Using cursor keys and the Enter button for navigation.

Hands-Free and Function Controls

Operating hands-free communication and function screens.

DVD/VCD Remote Operations

Track, Scene, and Number Search

Selecting tracks, scenes, or numbers for playback.

Play, Pause, and Stop Functions

Controlling playback with play, pause, and stop buttons.

Direct Search and DVD Menus

Performing direct searches and navigating DVD menus.

Subtitle, Zoom, and Audio Controls

Adjusting Subtitle, Zoom, and Audio

Switching subtitle language, zoom ratio, and voice language.

Music Disc/Audio File Remote Operations

Folder and File Search

Searching for folders and files on media.

Radio Remote Operations

Band Switching and Station Selection

Switching radio bands and selecting broadcast stations.

Seek Mode and Direct Tuning

Using seek modes and direct tuning for radio stations.

iPod Remote Operations

Music/Video Search and Playback

Selecting and playing music/videos from iPod.

USB Remote Operations

Folder and File Search for USB

Searching for folders and files on USB devices.

NAV (NAVI mode) Remote Operations

Navigating the Navigation Map

Scrolling map, zooming, and displaying main menu.

ROUTE M and View Controls

Route Option Menu and Map Views

Displays route options and switches between 2D/3D map views.

TV Remote Operations

Channel Selection and Direct Tuning

Selecting TV channels and performing direct tuning.

Initial Setup

Setting Up the Unit on First Use

Initial setup of language, iPod interface, and camera interrupt.

Status Bar Indicator Items

Media Source Indicators

Meaning of indicators for USB and iPod sources.

Tuner and TV Indicators

Meaning of indicators for Tuner and TV sources.

Disc Source Indicators

Meaning of indicators for DVD, CD, VCD, and DVD-VR sources.

DVD Language Codes

Reference Table for DVD Languages

List of language codes for DVD speech and menus.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Audio and Disc Playback Troubleshooting

Solutions for subwoofer, zone, audio files, and disc playback issues.

General and Reception Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for touch sensor tone, radio reception, and disc errors.

Error Messages and Solutions

Unit Hardware Error Solutions

Troubleshooting for unit hardware errors like protect, hot, and mecha.

Disc, USB, and iPod Error Solutions

Resolving errors related to discs, USB devices, and iPod connectivity.

Navigation and Connectivity Errors

Troubleshooting navigation errors and connectivity issues.

Specifications

Monitor and DVD Player Specifications

Technical details for the monitor and DVD player sections.

USB Interface and FM/AM Tuner Specs

Technical details for USB interface and FM/AM tuner sections.

Specifications - Tuner, Video, Audio

LW/MW Tuner and Video Section Specs

Technical details for LW/MW tuner and video sections.

Audio Section and Tone Action Specs

Technical details for audio section and tone action.

Navigation and General Specifications

Technical details for navigation system and general unit specifications.

Trademarks and Disclaimers

Product Trademarks and Logos

Information on trademarks like Apple, Dolby, DTS, DivX.

Copyright and Licensing Information

Details on copyright protection technology and licensing.

DivX Video and Video-on-Demand

Information about DivX video format and VOD registration.

Laser Product Warning

Information regarding Class 1 laser product labeling.

Regulatory Compliance

Turkey and EU Directives Compliance

Product compliance with EMC and R&TTE Directives.

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