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Kenwood DPX-400 User Manual

Kenwood DPX-400
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KENWOOD
DPX-400
DOUBLE
DIN
SIZED
CD/CASSETTE
RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
AMPLI-TUNER
CD/CASSETTE
DOUBLE
TAILLE
MODE
D’EMPLOI
RECEPTOR
DE
CD/CINTAS
DE
TAMANO
DOBLE
MANUAL
DE
INSTRUCCIONES
KENWOOD
CORPORATION
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
double
din
sized
CD/cassette
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
Refer
to
the
model
and
senal
‘fumbers
whenever
you
call
upon
yout
KENWOOD
dealer
for
information
or
service
on
the
product
Model
DPX-400.
Serial
number
i
Model
100
Serial
number
SG
‘iGITAL
AUDIO
(©864-1476-00
(KW)
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Kenwood DPX-400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels4
TunerAM/FM
Display TypeLCD
BluetoothYes
Equalizer13-Band
iPod CompatibilityYes
HD RadioNo
Satellite Radio ReadyNo
NavigationNo
Remote ControlYes
CEA-2006 CompliantYes
CD PlayerYes
MP3 PlaybackYes
WMA PlaybackYes
DIN SizeDouble DIN
RMS Power Output22 watts
Peak Power Output50 watts
Preamp Outputs3
RMS Power Bandwidth20-20kHz

Summary

Safety and Warning Information

Listening Safely

Advice on safe listening levels to protect hearing over a lifetime.

Decibel Level Examples

Provides examples of sound levels and their decibel ratings.

Dangerous Noise Levels

Lists noise levels that are dangerous with prolonged exposure.

Regulatory Compliance and Precautions

ACAUTION: Radiation Exposure

Precautions regarding hazardous radiation exposure and laser product safety.

FCC WARNING: Radio Interference

Information on potential radio frequency energy interference and user responsibility.

Safety Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Precautions to prevent injury and fire during installation and operation.

Unit Damage Prevention

Precautions to prevent damage to the unit during installation and operation.

CD Changer Compatibility

Details on connecting older CD changers and compatibility.

Maintenance and Handling

Cleaning the Unit and Tape Head

Instructions for cleaning the unit's panel and tape head.

Cassette and CD Handling

Precautions for handling cassette tapes and cleaning the CD slot.

Lens Fogging Issue

Explanation of lens fogging and how to resolve it.

Compact Disc Handling

CD Handling and Cleaning

Instructions for handling and cleaning CDs to prevent damage and ensure playback.

CD Precautions

Warnings against loading accessories, using special shapes, or stickers on CDs.

CD Storage and Removal

Guidelines for storing CDs and proper removal procedures.

Control Panel Layout

Basic Operation Controls

Identifies and labels the basic operation buttons on the unit.

Tuner Feature Controls

Identifies and labels the tuner-related buttons on the unit.

Feature-Specific Controls

Cassette Player Controls

Identifies and labels the controls for cassette player functions.

CD/External Disc Controls

Identifies and labels the controls for CD and external disc functions.

Advanced Control Features

Equalizer/Analyzer Controls

Identifies and labels controls for equalizer and analyzer functions.

Other Feature Controls

Identifies and labels controls for miscellaneous features.

Remote Control Operations

Power and Mode Switching

Instructions on turning the unit on/off and switching between operating modes.

Basic Unit Operations

Volume and Attenuator Control

How to adjust volume and use the quick volume reduction feature.

Loudness and Menu System

How to activate loudness and navigate the menu system for settings.

Tuner Features

Tuning Mode Selection

Options for selecting the tuning mode (Auto Seek, Preset Seek, Manual).

Tuner Operations

Tuning and Station Presets

Explains tuning methods and storing/recalling radio stations.

Auto Memory Entry

Automatically stores receivable frequencies in the current band.

Advanced Tuner Functions

Preset Station Recall and Auto Entry Cancellation

How to recall stations and stop auto memory entry.

CRSC and Display Switching

Using CRSC for noise reduction and changing tuner display.

Station Naming

Station Name Preset (SNPS)

How to assign custom names to radio stations for easier identification.

Station Name Preset Play

Searching and Playing by Station Name

How to search for stations using their preset names.

Cassette Player Operations

Cassette Tape Playback

Instructions for loading, playing, and ejecting cassette tapes.

Tape Handling and Control

Procedures for fast forwarding, rewinding, and canceling cassette tape operations.

Cassette Player Enhancements

Dolby NR and Tape Type Selection

How to use Dolby B Noise Reduction and select tape types.

Tape Skip and Advance Functions

Automatically skips blank spaces and advances tape playback.

Music Repeat Function

How to repeatedly play the current track on a cassette.

CD and External Disc Playback

Basic CD Playback

Instructions for inserting, playing, pausing, and ejecting CDs.

External Disc Source Control

How to play discs from connected external sources like CD changers.

Disc Playback Controls

Display Modes and Search Functions

Cycling display modes and searching for tracks on discs.

Disc Fast Forward/Reverse

How to fast forward or reverse playback on discs.

Disc Changer Operations

Disc and Track Search/Repeat

How to search for discs/tracks and repeat playback.

Track Scan Function

How to play the beginning of each track to find a desired song.

Disc Changer Playback Modes

Disc Scan and Random Play

How to scan discs and play tracks in random order.

Magazine Random Play

How to play tracks from all discs in the changer in random order.

CD Naming Function

Presetting Disc Names

How to store custom names for discs to be displayed during playback.

Disc Changer Naming and Text

Disc Name Preset Play (DNPP)

How to search and play discs by their preset names in a changer.

Text/Title Scroll Feature

How to scroll text (like disc titles) during disc playback.

Equalizer and Analyzer Features

Preset Equalizer Selection

How to choose from four preset equalizer sound settings.

Spectrum Analyzer Demonstration

How to view a demonstration of the spectrum analyzer display.

Spectrum Analyzer Customization

Analyzer Group and Display Selection

How to select analyzer groups and visual display styles.

Other Unit Features

Audio Control Settings

How to adjust Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader settings.

Audio Adjustments and Tone

Preout Switching and Tone Control

How to switch preout modes and control touch sensor tone.

Display and Time Settings

Clock Display and Time Adjustment

How to control the clock display and set the current time.

Dimmer Level Adjustment

How to adjust the display brightness based on vehicle lighting.

Remote Control Operations

Volume, Source, and Attenuator

How to adjust volume, switch sources, and use the attenuator via remote.

Remote Button Functions

Tuner and Disc Control Buttons

Explains remote buttons for tuner and disc operations.

Cassette Player Buttons

Explains remote buttons for cassette player operations.

Included Accessories

Accessory Identification

Lists all accessories provided with the unit and their quantities.

Installation Procedure

General Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for installing the unit in a vehicle.

Wiring and Connections

Connecting Wires to Terminals

Detailed diagram and explanation for connecting wires to the unit's terminals.

Vehicle Specific Installation Guides

Non-HONDA/ACURA Car Installation

Instructions for installing the unit in cars not specified as HONDA or ACURA.

HONDA/ACURA Car Installation

Specific installation steps for HONDA and ACURA models (Accord, Legend, CR-V).

Installation Assembly and Steps

Unit Assembly Procedures

Steps for assembling components before final installation.

Installation Steps 1 & 2

Guides for installing the assembled unit in vehicles.

Specific Honda/Acura Installation

Installation for LEGEND Model

Specific steps for installing the unit in a Honda Legend.

Installation for CR-V Model

Specific steps for installing the unit in a Honda CR-V.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Basic Operational Problems and Solutions

Lists common issues like no power, no sound, or poor radio reception with solutions.

Troubleshooting Playback Problems

Memory and CD Playback Troubleshooting

Addresses problems with memory erasure, CD ejection, skipping, and track playback.

Troubleshooting External Disc Mode

External Disc Mode Issues

Solves problems with selecting external disc mode, disc playback, and sound.

Troubleshooting Error Messages

System Error Message Resolution

Explains error messages like 'Eject', 'No Disc', 'Error 77', 'Hold', 'No Title', 'No Name'.

Technical Specifications

Tuner, Cassette, and CD Player Specifications

Details specifications for tuner, cassette, and CD player sections.

Audio and General Specifications

Covers audio output, tone controls, operating voltage, and physical dimensions.

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