Kenwood DPX-5300M - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

This document describes the KENWOOD DPX-5300M Dual Size CD/MD Receiver, a car audio system designed exclusively for the Japanese market. It covers its functions, technical specifications, usage, and maintenance.

Function Description

The DPX-5300M is a versatile car audio system that supports both CD and MD playback, along with FM/AM radio reception. It features a dual-size design, allowing for flexible installation.

Source Selection: The unit allows users to switch between various audio sources, including FM/AM tuner, CD player, MD player, and external changers (CD-CH, MD-CH) or AUX input if connected. The SRC button cycles through available sources.

CD/MD/Changer Mode:

Track Search: Navigate through songs on a disc or within an MD group using dedicated forward/backward buttons.
Manual Search: Fast forward or rewind the currently playing song by holding the search buttons.
Disk/Group Search: For disc changers or group-registered MDs, select specific discs or MD groups.
Repeat Play: Repeat the current track, disc, or an entire MD group.
Random Play: Play songs on the current disc in random order.
Group Random Play: For group-registered MDs, play songs within the selected group in random order.
Magazine Random Play: For disc changers, play songs from discs in the changer in random order.
Scan Play: Play the beginning 10 seconds of each song on a disc to help find a desired track.
Text Scroll: For disc changers, scroll and display text information (disc title, track title, etc.) if the text is too long to fit on the display.
Group Select: For group-registered MDs, select a specific group by name to play songs within it.

TUNER Mode:

Band Switching: Switch between FM1, FM2, AM1, and AM2 bands.
Tuning: Select radio stations manually, or use auto-tuning modes (Auto 1 for strong signals, Auto 2 for stored stations).
Manual Memory: Store currently received broadcasting stations into memory buttons (1 to 6 for each band).
Auto Memory: Automatically select and store stations with good reception into memory.
Traffic Information: Quickly tune to fixed frequencies for traffic information (1620kHz / 1629kHz / 522kHz).

Name Set (DNPS/SNPS):

Disc Name Preset (DNPS): Assign names to CDs played in the built-in CD player (up to 10 discs).
Station Name Preset (SNPS): Assign names to FM/AM broadcasting stations (up to 30 stations).
Character Input: Input names using uppercase, lowercase, or Katakana characters.

Display Control:

Display Switching: Toggle various information shown on the display, such as track playing time, total playing time, disc title, group title, track title, frequency, station name, clock, and character/graphic displays.
Spectrum Analyzer: Display various spectrum analyzer patterns (10 types, including "Seashore") to visualize audio output.
Illumination Color Control: Adjust the display illumination color from a preset list (Blue, Mars Red, White, Lavender, Muscat, Pink, Sky Blue, Lime, Violet, Aqua, Orange, Mint) or set a custom "User color" by adjusting Red, Green, and Blue components.

DSP Control:

Sound Field Selection: Apply pseudo-sound field effects to audio, simulating environments like Stadium, Concert, Club, Church, or Studio. A "Bypass" option disables DSP.

Equalizer Control:

Equalizer Easy Adjustment (EQ EASY): Select preset equalizer curves optimized for different music genres (Rock, Dance, Jazz, Pops, Heavy, Soft, Sharp, Light, Flat) and adjust the strength of the effect.
Equalizer Pro Adjustment (EQ PRO): Manually adjust detailed sound quality parameters, including:
- Low F (Bass Center Frequency): 60/70/80/100/150 Hz
- Bas LV (Bass Level): ±12
- Bas Q (Bass Quality Factor): 1.0/1.25/1.5/2.0
- EXT (Basic Center Frequency Stretch): On/Off
- Mid F (Mid-Bass Center Frequency): 500/1.0k/1.5k/2.0k Hz
- Mid LV (Mid-Low Range Level): ±12
- Mid Q (Mid-Bass Quality Factor): 1.0/2.0
- Tre F (Treble Center Frequency): 10.0/12.5/15.0/17.5k Hz
- Tre LV (Treble Level): ±12
Equalizer Pro Memory: Store up to 3 custom EQ PRO settings for quick recall.

Audio Control:

Balance/Fader: Adjust the left/right and front/rear volume balance.
Non-Fader Output (N-F): Configure pre-out output for non-fader operation (e.g., for subwoofers).

Function Set:

Display Color Mode (COL): Set display color to "Sync" (changes with volume/attenuator) or "Fix" (fixed color).
Contrast Adjustment (CONT): Adjust character contrast (1-7-11 levels).
Beep Sound (BEEP): Turn the button press beep sound on/off.
Pre-out Output Selection (Pout): Select pre-out output as Front (F), Rear (R), or Non-Fader (NF).
Group Management Function (Group): Turn on/off MD group management.
Demonstration Mode (Open): Turn on/off the demonstration display when power is on.
Equalizer Mode (EQ): Switch between "EASY" and "PRO" equalizer modes.
Tuning Mode (Auto/Manual): Set tuner search method (Auto 1, Auto 2, Manual).
Monaural FM (MONO): Convert FM stereo broadcast to monaural for better reception in weak signal areas.
Title/Text Auto Scroll (SCL): Set text scrolling to "Auto" (repeated) or "Manu" (once).

Important Technical Specifications

FM Tuner:
- Receive Frequency Range: 76.0 MHz to 90.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
- Use Sensitivity (S/N: 30 dB): 9.3 dBf (0.8 µV / 75 Ω)
- S/N 50 dB Sensitivity: 15.2 dBf (1.6 µV / 75 Ω)
- Frequency Characteristics: 30 Hz to 15 kHz (±3.0 dB)
- S/N Ratio (MONO): 75 dB
- Stereo Separation (1 kHz): 40 dB
AM Tuner:
- Receive Frequency Range: 522 kHz to 1629 kHz (9 kHz step)
- Sensitivity: 28 dBµ
CD Player:
- Laser Diode: GaAIAs (λ = 780 nm)
- Digital Filter: 8x oversampling
- D/A Converter: 1 Bit
- Wow and Flutter: Below measurement limit
- Frequency Characteristics: 10 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB)
- Harmonic Distortion Rate (1 kHz): 0.01%
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 93 dB
- Dynamic Range: 93 dB
- Stereo Separation: 85 dB
MD Player:
- Laser Diode: GaAIAs (λ = 780 nm)
- Digital Filter: 8x oversampling
- D/A Converter: 1 Bit
- Wow and Flutter: Below measurement limit
- Frequency Characteristics: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB)
- Harmonic Distortion Rate (1 kHz): 0.005%
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 90 dB
- Dynamic Range: 90 dB
- Stereo Separation: 85 dB
- MDLP (MD Long Play) support: Plays MDs recorded in MDLP2 and MDLP4 modes.
Audio Section:
- Maximum Output: 47 W x 4
- Rated Output: 29 W x 4 (4 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
- Pre-out Level (FM): 1.5 V / 10 kΩ
- Pre-out Impedance: 600 Ω or less
Power Supply:
- Voltage: 14.4 V (11-16 V)
- Maximum Current Consumption: 10 A
Dimensions/Mass:
- Embedded Dimensions (W x H x D): 178 x 100 x 155 mm
- Mass (weight): 2.2 kg
Included Accessories: Power harness (1 piece), Truss screw (M5 x 6 mm, 6 pieces), Flat screw (M5 x 7 mm, 6 pieces), Semis screw (M4 x 8 mm, 1 piece).

Usage Features

EZ Operation: Provides a simplified guide for basic functions like power on/off, volume control, source switching, MD insertion, and station selection.
Functional Operation: Offers detailed instructions for advanced features, including track search, repeat/random play, name setting, display customization, DSP effects, and equalizer adjustments.
Time Adjustment: Set the clock display time.
MD Group Functionality: Allows for quick selection and playback of songs within grouped MDs, supporting up to 50 registered groups.
External Changer Connectivity: Compatible with Kenwood disc changers released after 1998. Up to two changers can be connected using the KCA-S210A switching unit.
Remote Control: Supports an optional remote control for operation (refer to the remote control's manual for specific methods).
Safety Precautions: Emphasizes safe installation and operation, including warnings about wiring, power supply, and driving safety.

Maintenance Features

Reset Button: A reset button is provided to resolve malfunctions, such as the unit not responding or displaying errors.
CD/MD Handling:
- Cleaning: Gently wipe CDs/MDs from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Avoid conventional record cleaners or harsh chemicals.
- Storage: Store MDs in special cases and avoid leaving them in the unit for extended periods or in hot places.
- Unusable Discs: Do not use non-circular CDs, CDs with stickers, or inkjet-printable CD-Rs/CD-RWs, as they may cause malfunctions.
- Condensation: If condensation occurs (e.g., in cold weather), remove the disc and let the unit dry for about an hour.
- Lens Cleaner: Do not use lens cleaners as they may damage optical parts.
Unit Care: Wipe the front panel with a silicone or soft cloth. For heavy dirt, use a neutral cleaner. Avoid spray cleaners, hard cloths, thinners, or alcohol, which can cause damage or character fading.
Repair Service: Provides contact information for Kenwood Service Centers and sales offices for product inquiries and after-sales service. Notes that memory contents may be erased during repair.
Warranty: Includes a warranty card for one year from the date of purchase.