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Kenwood DDX5902 User Manual

Kenwood DDX5902
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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 DDX7015BT/DDX5902/DDX715WBT Serial number
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B5A-0375-00 (KN/RN)© 2014 JVC KENWOOD Corporation
DDX7015BT
DDX5902
DDX715WBT
MONITOR WITH DVD RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Kenwood DDX5902 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size6.8 inches
Resolution800 x 480 pixels
TouchscreenYes
BluetoothYes
USB Ports1
Power Output50 watts x 4 channels
Built-in NavigationNo
Apple CarPlayYes
Android AutoYes
DVD PlayerYes
Backup Camera InputYes
HD RadioNo
CD PlaybackYes
Built-in AmplifierYes
Preamp Voltage4 volts
Audio Formats SupportedMP3, WMA, AAC, WAV
Video Formats SupportedMPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, WMV
Preamp Outputs3 Pairs (Front, Rear, Subwoofer)
SiriusXMReady (tuner sold separately)
RMS Power Output22 watts

Summary

BEFORE USE

IMPORTANT Precautions

Essential advice for safe and proper use of the product.

Safety Warnings

Critical warnings to prevent accidents and damage during operation.

Laser Product Marking Information

Details regarding the classification and marking of laser products.

BEFORE USE

Regulatory Compliance Notices

FCC/IC compliance statements, radiation exposure guidelines, and cautions.

Monitor & Unit Precautions

Specific cautions for monitor care and unit reset procedures.

INITIAL SETTINGS

Initial Setup Procedure

Guide for the first-time setup or post-reset configuration.

Security Function Setup

Instructions for setting a security code to protect the receiver.

INITIAL SETTINGS

Activate Security Function

Steps to enable the unit's security feature.

Clock Settings

Procedure for setting the unit's internal clock.

BASICS

Component Identification & Basic Operations

Overview of unit components, power, volume, and basic controls.

BASICS

Common Operations & Controls

Detailed explanation of basic unit operations and controls.

BASICS

Basic Operations: Power, Volume, and Panel Angle

Instructions for turning the unit on/off, adjusting volume, and panel angle.

BASICS

Unit Standby & Screen Control

Procedures for putting the unit in standby and turning the screen off.

Common Screen Navigation

How to navigate and interact with different screens on the unit.

BASICS

Screen Navigation Modes

Explanation of Easy Control, TOP MENU, and touch screen operations.

BASICS

Selecting Playback Sources

Guide to choosing and switching between different audio/video sources.

Using Shortcut Buttons

How to use shortcut buttons for quick access to functions.

DISCS

Disc Playback Operations

Instructions for playing, inserting, and ejecting discs, including playback controls.

DISCS

Disc Operation Buttons & Information

Explanation of buttons and displayed information during disc audio playback.

DISCS

Selecting Disc Folders/Tracks

How to navigate and select folders and tracks on a disc.

Video Menu Operations

Controls available during video playback on discs.

DISCS

Disc Playback Modes

Options for repeat and random playback of disc content.

DISCS

Disc Playback Settings

Options for customizing disc playback, including parental lock.

Setting the Parental Lock

Restricting access to content based on parental ratings.

USB

USB Device Connection & Playback

How to connect a USB device and operate playback, including controls and indicators.

USB

USB Picture Display Time Setting

Adjusting the interval for picture slide shows from USB.

Selecting USB Files

Navigating and selecting audio/video files from a USB device.

iPod/iPhone

iPod/iPhone Connection Preparation

Initial steps for connecting an iPod or iPhone to the unit.

iPod/iPhone

Bluetooth Connection for iPod/iPhone

Pairing an iPod/iPhone device using Bluetooth technology.

iPod/iPhone Connection Type Selection

Choosing the method to connect an iPod/iPhone (USB, HDMI, Bluetooth).

iPod/iPhone

iPod/iPhone Playback Preferences

Customizing playback settings like audiobooks and wide screen display for iPod/iPhone.

iPod/iPhone Playback Controls & Indicators

Explanation of playback buttons and information screens for iPod/iPhone.

iPod/iPhone

iPod/iPhone Operation Buttons

Overview of buttons used for iPod/iPhone operations.

Selecting Audio/Video Files from Menu

Navigating menus to select audio or video files for iPod/iPhone.

APPS

App Connection Preparation

Steps to connect and prepare smartphones for app usage.

App Source Control & Operations

Using the unit to control apps, including playback and screen switching.

Pandora® (Only for DDX5902)

Pandora App Preparation

Steps to connect and prepare a device for Pandora streaming.

Pandora Playback Controls & Interface

Using the unit to control Pandora playback and understanding its interface.

Pandora®

Selecting Pandora Stations

Guide to finding and selecting stations within the Pandora application.

iHeartRADIO (Only for DDX5902)

iHeartRADIO App Preparation

Steps to connect and prepare a device for iHeartRADIO streaming.

iHeartRADIO Playback Controls & Interface

Using the unit to control iHeartRADIO playback and understanding its interface.

iHeartRADIO

Customizing iHeartRADIO Stations

Adjusting variety levels and managing saved stations for custom iHeartRADIO stations.

Searching for iHeartRADIO Stations

Finding and selecting stations within the iHeartRADIO application.

AUPEO!

AUPEO! App Preparation

Steps to connect and prepare a device for AUPEO! streaming.

AUPEO! Playback Controls & Interface

Using the unit to control AUPEO! playback and understanding its interface.

AUPEO!

Selecting AUPEO! Stations

Guide to finding and selecting stations within the AUPEO! application.

TUNER (Only for DDX7015BT/DDX715WBT)

Radio Listening Operations

Basic operations for listening to the radio, including controls and display.

Presetting Radio Stations

Instructions for storing and managing favorite radio stations.

TUNER

Manual Radio Presetting

Step-by-step guide for manually storing radio stations.

FM RBDS Program Search (PTY)

Searching for radio programs by selecting PTY codes.

Traffic Information (TI) Standby Reception

Managing traffic information alerts and standby reception.

HD Radio™™ Tuner (Only for DDX5902)

About HD Radio™ Technology

Explanation of the technology behind HD Radio broadcasts.

Listening to HD Radio Broadcasts

How to tune into and listen to HD Radio stations.

HD Radio Interface Elements

Identifying buttons and indicators for HD Radio reception.

HD Radio™™ Tuner

HD Radio Operation Buttons

Controls specific to operating the HD Radio tuner.

Changing HD Radio Display Information

Options for customizing the information displayed for HD Radio.

Traffic Information (TI) Standby Reception

Managing traffic information alerts and standby reception for HD Radio.

HD Radio™™ Tuner

Searching FM HD Radio Programs (PTY)

Using PTY search to find HD Radio programs.

Presetting HD Radio Stations

Storing favorite HD Radio stations.

Selecting Preset HD Radio Stations

Choosing from a list of stored HD Radio stations.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (Only for DDX5902)

SiriusXM Subscription Activation

Steps to activate your SiriusXM satellite radio subscription.

Listening to SiriusXM Satellite Radio

How to tune into and listen to SiriusXM satellite radio channels.

SiriusXM Interface Elements

Identifying buttons and indicators for SiriusXM satellite radio.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio

SiriusXM Operation Buttons

Controls specific to operating the SiriusXM satellite radio.

Storing and Selecting SiriusXM Channels

Saving and choosing favorite SiriusXM channels.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio

Selecting SiriusXM Channels

Finding and selecting SiriusXM channels by list or category.

SiriusXM Content Replay

Using the replay function for SiriusXM content.

SiriusXM Replay Interface Indicators

Understanding the indicators and screen elements during SiriusXM content replay.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio

SiriusXM Content Replay Operations

Detailed steps for replaying SiriusXM audio content.

SmartFavorites for SiriusXM

Utilizing SmartFavorites for auto-buffered content replay.

TuneScan™ & TuneStart™ Features

Using TuneScan and TuneStart for enhanced listening experience.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio

Receiving Content Alerts

Setting up alerts for specific content like music, sports, weather, and traffic.

Registering Content Alerts

How to register alerts for artists, songs, sports teams, traffic, and weather.

Selecting Content for Alerts

Choosing specific content categories and items for alerts.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio

Activating Content Alerts

Enabling and managing content alerts for various categories.

Setting Parental Controls

Restricting access to SiriusXM channels based on content ratings.

Activating/Deactivating Parental Control

Steps to enable or disable parental control features.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio

Selecting Channels for Parental Lock

Choosing specific channels to lock via parental controls.

Skipping Unwanted SiriusXM Channels

How to skip channels that are not desired.

Resetting SiriusXM Settings

Restoring SiriusXM satellite radio settings to default.

OTHER EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

Connecting AV Input Devices

Instructions for connecting external audio/video players via AV-IN.

Connecting a Rear View Camera

Guidance on connecting a rear view camera for parking assistance.

Activating the Rear View Camera Display

Steps to enable the display of the rear camera feed.

OTHER EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

Displaying Rear View Camera Feed Manually

How to manually display the rear camera image.

Using and Adjusting Parking Guidelines

Displaying and customizing parking guidelines for easier parking.

OTHER EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

Smartphone Connection via HDMI/MHL

Connecting smartphones using HDMI or MHL for screen mirroring.

Displaying Smartphone Screen

Mirroring the smartphone's display onto the unit's screen.

Connecting External Components via ADS Adapter

Connecting third-party components using an ADS adapter.

BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth Device Usage Overview

General information about using Bluetooth devices with the unit.

Connecting and Registering Bluetooth Devices

Steps for pairing and registering new Bluetooth devices.

Auto Pairing & SSP Pairing

Methods for automatically pairing devices using Auto Pairing and SSP.

BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth Device Pairing via PIN Code

Pairing Bluetooth devices using a PIN code, especially for older versions.

BLUETOOTH

Managing Registered Bluetooth Devices

Connecting, disconnecting, and deleting registered Bluetooth devices.

BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth Mobile Phone Operations

Handling calls, adjusting volumes, and managing call modes.

Call Volume & Noise Reduction Adjustments

Adjusting call volume, echo cancellation, and noise reduction levels.

Handsfree vs. Phone Mode Switching

Toggling between handsfree and phone modes during calls.

BLUETOOTH

Sending Text During Calls & Making Calls

Using DTMF for texts during calls and initiating phone calls.

Managing Multiple Connected Devices

Switching between two connected Bluetooth devices.

BLUETOOTH

Voice Dialing Operations

Activating and using voice dialing for handsfree calls.

Direct Number Entry for Calls

Manually entering phone numbers to make calls.

BLUETOOTH

Presetting Phone Numbers

Saving frequently used phone numbers for quick access.

Using the Bluetooth Audio Player

Playing audio from a connected Bluetooth device.

Bluetooth Audio Interface Elements

Understanding the screen elements for Bluetooth audio playback.

BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth Device Settings Configuration

Adjusting various settings for Bluetooth devices, including pairing, ring modes, and auto-response.

SETTINGS

Settings for Applications (iPod/iPhone/Android)

Configuring settings for applications like Pandora, iHeartRADIO, and AUPEO!.

SETTINGS

Sound Adjustment & Equalization

Adjusting sound settings including equalization and preset modes.

Car Type & Speaker Settings

Configuring audio settings based on car type and speaker locations.

SETTINGS

Speaker Size & Crossover Frequency Settings

Adjusting speaker parameters like size and crossover frequency.

Listening Position Sound Adjustment

Optimizing sound based on the driver's or passengers' listening position.

SETTINGS

Digital Time Alignment (DTA) Adjustment

Fine-tuning speaker timing for optimal sound staging.

Video Playback Picture Adjustment

Adjusting video picture quality settings.

SETTINGS

Picture Adjustment Details

Fine-tuning brightness, contrast, color, tint, and sharpness.

Aspect Ratio & Picture Zooming

Changing video aspect ratio and zooming the picture.

SETTINGS

Changing Display Design

Customizing the unit's background and panel color.

Storing Custom Background Images

Setting personal images stored on a USB device as the background.

SETTINGS

Customizing TOP MENU Screen Layout

Arranging icons and items displayed on the TOP MENU screen.

System Settings Memorization/Recalling

Saving and recalling system settings for easy restoration.

SETTINGS

Locking Unit Settings

Preventing changes to configured unit settings.

Adjusting Touch Panel Position

Calibrating the touch screen for accurate input.

Updating System Software

Installing software updates for the unit.

SETTINGS

Setting Menu Items

Accessing and adjusting various system settings via the Setup menu.

SETTINGS

Display Settings Screen

Configuring dimmer, user customization, clock display, demonstration, and scrolling options.

Input Settings Screen

Settings related to input sources, including rear camera and parking assist.

SETTINGS

System Settings Screen

Accessing and configuring system-wide settings like language, clock, and Bluetooth.

REMOTE CONTROLLER

Remote Controller Overview & Installation

Introduction to the remote controller, its functions, and battery installation.

Remote Controller Mode Switch & Operations

Understanding the mode switch and basic operations of the remote controller.

REMOTE CONTROLLER

Remote Controller Operations by Mode

Specific remote control functions for DVD, Music, iPod, and USB modes.

Direct Search via Remote Controller

Using the remote to perform direct searches for items.

REMOTE CONTROLLER

Steering Remote Controller Setup

Assigning functions to steering wheel remote control buttons.

Initializing Steering Remote Settings

Resetting the steering remote control settings to defaults.

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Installation Precautions & Warnings

Important warnings and precautions before installing the unit.

Installation Procedure Overview

Step-by-step guide for installing the unit and its components.

Supplied Installation Accessories

List of items included in the installation package.

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Unit Installation Process

Detailed steps for physically installing the unit in the vehicle.

Trim Plate Installation

Instructions for attaching the trim plate during installation.

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Wiring Connections for DDX7015BT/DDX5902

Detailed wiring instructions and diagrams for specific models.

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Wiring Connections for DDX715WBT (Toyota Specific)

Detailed wiring instructions and diagrams specific to Toyota vehicles for DDX715WBT.

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

USB Device Connection Diagram

Visual guide for connecting a USB device.

iPod/iPhone Connection Diagrams

Visual guides for connecting various iPod and iPhone models.

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Smartphone Connection Diagrams

Visual guides for connecting Android and other smartphones via USB, HDMI, and MHL.

Miracast Dongle Connection

Steps for connecting a Miracast Dongle for wireless smartphone streaming.

External Components Connection Diagrams

Diagrams illustrating connections for various external components.

CONNECTION/INSTALLATION

Bluetooth Microphone Connection

Instructions for connecting and installing the Bluetooth microphone.

Unit Removal Procedure

Steps for removing the unit from the vehicle for DDX7015BT/DDX5902.

Trim Plate Removal

Instructions for removing the trim plate.

REFERENCES

Maintenance & Cleaning Procedures

Guidelines for unit maintenance, cleaning, and handling moisture condensation.

Disc Handling & Playback Information

Proper methods for handling discs and information on supported file playback.

File Playback Support

Information on supported file formats for playback.

REFERENCES

Supported Audio File Formats

Details on playable audio file types for discs and USB, including bit rates and sampling frequencies.

Playable Disc Types & Formats

Information on the types of discs and their formats that the unit supports.

REFERENCES

Unplayable Disc Types

List of disc types and formats that cannot be played by the unit.

USB Device Usage Notes & File Support

Important notes and supported file types for USB playback.

REFERENCES

iPod/iPhone Playback Notes

Specific usage notes and compatibility information for iPod/iPhone.

DVD/DVD-VR Language Codes

List of language codes for DVD and DVD-VR language selection.

REFERENCES

Error Message List & Troubleshooting

Common error messages and their remedies for troubleshooting unit issues.

REFERENCES

Troubleshooting Common Issues

General troubleshooting steps for common problems like no sound or picture.

REFERENCES

Disc & USB Playback Issues

Troubleshooting common problems related to disc and USB playback.

iPod/iPhone, Tuner, AV-IN & HD Radio Issues

Troubleshooting specific issues for iPod/iPhone, Tuner, AV-IN, and HD Radio.

REFERENCES

Application & Bluetooth Issues

Troubleshooting problems with iHeartRADIO, Pandora, AUPEO!, and Bluetooth connectivity.

Unit Specifications Overview

Technical specifications for the monitor, DVD player, and USB interface.

REFERENCES

Interface & Tuner Specifications

Technical specifications for HDMI, MHL, DSP, FM tuner, and AM tuner sections.

REFERENCES

Video, Audio, General, & Trademark Specifications

Technical details for video, audio, general unit specs, and trademarks/licenses.

REFERENCES

License Information and Trademarks

Details on software licenses, patents, and trademark attributions.

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