What does 'Initialize Error' mean on Kenwood Car Video System?
- DDana JohnsonSep 15, 2025
If your Kenwood Car Video System displays 'Initialize Error', the unit has failed to initialize the Bluetooth module. Try the operation again.
What does 'Initialize Error' mean on Kenwood Car Video System?
If your Kenwood Car Video System displays 'Initialize Error', the unit has failed to initialize the Bluetooth module. Try the operation again.
What to do if Kenwood Car Video System displays “USB Device Error”?
If your Kenwood Car Video System displays a 'USB Device Error', this indicates that the USB power voltage is abnormal. Try turning the unit off and then on again. If the problem persists, connect another USB device.
How to fix no sound on Kenwood DDX770?
If no sound is coming from the speakers of your Kenwood Car Video System, ensure the volume is at an audible level and check all cords and connections.
How to fix 'No Signal' on Kenwood Car Video System?
If your Kenwood Car Video System shows a 'No Signal' message, start playback on the external component connected to the AV-IN1 or iPod/AV-IN2 input terminal. Also, check the cords and connections, and make sure the signal input isn't too weak.
What causes 'Miswiring DC Offset Error' on Kenwood DDX770 Car Video System?
If you are getting a “Miswiring DC Offset Error” or “Warning DC Offset Error” on your Kenwood Car Video System, it means a speaker cord has shorted or is in contact with the car chassis. Wire or insulate the speaker cord as appropriate, then reset the unit.
Why won't my Kenwood DDX770 play recordable discs?
If recordable/rewritable discs cannot be played back or tracks cannot be skipped on your Kenwood Car Video System, insert a finalized disc, or finalize the discs with the component which you used for recording.
What does 'No Data' mean on Kenwood Car Video System?
If your Kenwood Car Video System displays 'No Data', no phonebook data is contained in the connected Bluetooth phone.
Why does my Kenwood DDX770 say 'No Voice Device'?
If your Kenwood Car Video System displays 'No Voice Device', the connected mobile phone does not have the voice recognition system.
What does 'No BT Dongle' mean on Kenwood Car Video System?
If your Kenwood Car Video System displays 'No BT Dongle', it means that the Bluetooth adapter (KS-UBT1) has been removed.
Why is there no picture on my Kenwood Car Video System?
If no picture is displayed on the screen of your Kenwood Car Video System, turn on the screen.
Brand | Kenwood |
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Model | DDX770 |
Category | Car Video System |
Language | English |
Resets the unit to factory settings, which may resolve operational issues.
Explains the symbols and conventions used throughout the manual for clarity.
Guides through the initial setup process for language, AV input, and other basic configurations upon first use.
Identifies and explains the function of buttons, indicators, and ports on the unit's monitor panel.
Covers essential operations like turning the unit on/off, adjusting the panel angle, and controlling volume.
Explains how to switch between different screens like Source Control, Top Menu, and Setup menus.
Details how to use touch controls for video playback and source selection screens.
Lists and describes how to select various audio and video sources like NAV, DISC, TUNER, iPod, USB, Pandora, and Bluetooth.
Explains how to view the source control screen during video playback for accessing playback options.
Guides on displaying all sources and customizing the layout of items on the <Top Menu> screen.
Covers the process of inserting, playing, and ejecting discs, including monitor panel closing.
Lists playable disc types, formats, and file types supported by the unit, along with compatibility notes.
Explains basic playback controls like play/pause, stop, track selection, and search for various media formats.
Details playback controls, folder/track selection, and file information display for CD and audio files.
Explains VCD playback modes, direct track selection, and how to manage repeat/random playback.
Covers video menu options such as zoom, aspect ratio, picture adjustment, audio, and subtitle selection.
Covers playing files from USB mass storage devices and the procedure for safe connection and disconnection.
Details settings for screen ratio, file type selection, and drive select options for USB playback.
Guides on connecting iPod/iPhone, required cables, and initial setup steps for playback.
Explains iPod Mode, AV input settings, and artwork display options for iPod/iPhone.
Covers playback controls, file selection, and controlling playback from the unit.
Details how to select audio/video files from menus and control playback directly from the iPod/iPhone.
Explains how to tune stations, store presets, use seek modes, and access radio text information.
Covers changing station display, manual presetting, and automatic station memory storage.
Details PTY search for programs and activating/deactivating Traffic Information (TI) standby reception.
Covers preparation, basic information, signal reception, and band switching for SiriusXM radio.
Guides through the process of activating the SiriusXM service using the Radio ID and web portal.
Details changing display information, storing channels, selecting presets, and direct channel entry for SiriusXM.
Explains how to display channel information, lists, categories, and change info display order.
Details how to record and replay broadcast content, manage playback, and exit the replay mode.
Covers setting parental locks, changing codes, and activating/deactivating mature channel restrictions.
Explains how to activate, skip multiple channels, and clear all skipped channels.
Details how to play, pause, skip songs, and manage Pandora playback using the unit's interface.
Explains device connection methods (Bluetooth/wired) and selecting stations from lists or genres.
Lists requirements for using Pandora with iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, and important service notes.
Details how to connect and use external video/audio components via the AV-IN terminals.
Explains how to view the navigation screen and configure settings for the connected navigation unit.
Covers using preset sound modes and adjusting equalization bands for better audio quality.
Explains how to store and customize personal sound adjustments for different audio sources.
Details precise sound adjustment per band and crossover frequency settings for speakers and subwoofer.
Covers changing background image, panel color, and making custom color adjustments for the display.
Explains how to capture and use images as unit backgrounds, with adjustment and capture steps.
Details how to adjust picture settings like brightness, contrast, color, tint, and sharpness for video playback.
Explains how to change aspect ratio and zoom the picture for video playback across different signal types.
Covers activating, deactivating, and manually displaying the rear view camera feed, with picture setting adjustments.
Details how to configure audio settings like fader/balance, equalizer, loudness, X'over, subwoofer, and speaker select.
Covers dimmer, user customize, OSD clock, scroll, menu customize, screen adjust, and video output settings.
Explains AV input, R-CAM interrupt, external bus, navigation, NAV mute, and language settings.
Covers clock, beep, sensor, setup memory, Bluetooth, TEL/AUD key functions, DivX, SI, serial number, and system information.
Details memorizing/recalling settings, locking settings, and adjusting touch panel position for improved accuracy.
Provides information on using Bluetooth devices, connecting, and general operation notes for mobile phones and audio players.
Details registering new devices, pairing methods (PIN code and SSP), and changing PIN codes for Bluetooth connection.
Covers connecting registered devices and deleting registered Bluetooth devices from the unit's memory.
Explains Bluetooth setup options, device connection, auto connect, pairing, and unit initialization.
Details call handling, volume adjustment, mode switching, and SMS notification for Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones.
Explains echo cancellation, making calls via direct number entry or voice dialing, and phonebook access.
Covers using the phonebook, call lists, A-Z search, and selecting numbers for making calls.
Details presetting phone numbers and copying the phonebook from a mobile phone to the unit.
Covers deleting phone number entries from the unit and mobile phone compatibility with PBAP.
Explains settings for auto response, SMS notification, ring mode, and selecting ring tones for calls and SMS.
Details how to play music via Bluetooth, control playback, and view tag data on compatible devices.
Provides an overview of the remote controller, battery installation, and mode switch functions for operation.
Explains common operations like source switching, volume control, hands-free communication, and mode functions via the remote.
Details remote operations for track search, play/pause, stop, direct search, and menu navigation for DVD/VCD playback.
Covers subtitle, zoom, picture angle, audio, folder search, and track search using the remote for various media types.
Explains remote operations for Radio, SiriusXM, iPod, and USB playback, including band switching and tuning.
Provides guidelines for cleaning the unit, handling moisture condensation, and general maintenance procedures.
Covers proper disc handling, cleaning, and lists discs that should not be used with the unit.
Details supported file formats, codecs, bit rates, and limitations for DivX, MPEG, JPEG, MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC playback.
Lists general error messages, their causes, and remedies for issues like no signal, panel errors, or USB device problems.
Lists Bluetooth-specific error messages, their causes, and remedies for connection or device issues.
Lists error messages for Pandora and SiriusXM, detailing causes and solutions for application-related issues.
Provides remedies for common issues like no sound, no picture, unit not working, or playback problems across various sources.
Addresses common problems with iPod/iPhone and USB connectivity, playback, and sound synchronization.
Covers common Bluetooth issues like poor sound quality, interruptions, pairing problems, and phonebook errors.
Lists and identifies the accessories included with the unit for installation purposes.
Details the procedure for installing the unit, including wiring and safety precautions.
Provides specific instructions for installing the main unit, including removing sleeves and mounting, with cautions.
Illustrates and describes the terminal connections for power, speakers, control wires, microphone, and accessories.
Shows how to connect USB devices and iPod/iPhone using specific cables and ports provided with the unit.
Details connections for optional navigation systems, rear view cameras, and audio/visual outputs to the unit.
Covers installing the main unit, trim plate, and using brackets for specific car models.
Details removing the unit and installing the microphone unit, with safety precautions and cable routing.
Lists technical details for the monitor and DVD player sections, including picture size and audio/video decoders.
Details specifications for USB interface and Bluetooth technology, frequency, and supported profiles.
Provides technical specifications for FM/AM tuners, video, audio sections, and general operating parameters like voltage and dimensions.