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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X991 - User Manual

Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X991
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CD-RECEIVER
KDC-X991
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
© B64-3767-00/00 (KW)
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Table of Contents

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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X991 Specifications

FM Tuner Section IconFM Tuner Section
frequency range87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz
usable sensitivity9.3 dBf (0.8 μV/75 Ω)
quieting sensitivity15.2 dBf (1.6 μV/75 Ω)
frequency response30 Hz – 15 kHz
signal to noise ratio (MONO)70 dB
selectivity≥ 80 dB
stereo separation40 dB
AM Tuner Section IconAM Tuner Section
frequency range530 kHz – 1700 kHz
usable sensitivity28 dBμ (25 μV)
CD Player Section IconCD Player Section
spindle speed1000 – 400 rpm (CLV 2times)
frequency response10 Hz – 20 kHz
total harmonic distortion0.008 %
signal to noise ratio110 dB
dynamic range93 dB
USB Interface IconUSB Interface
usb standardUSB 1.1/ 2.0
maximum supply current500 mA
file systemFAT16/ 32
Audio Section IconAudio Section
maximum output power50 W x 4
full bandwidth power22 W x 4
speaker impedance4 – 8 Ω
tone action band 160 – 200 Hz ±9 dB
tone action band 2250 – 1k Hz ±9 dB
tone action band 31.25k – 4k Hz ±9 dB
tone action band 45k – 16k Hz ±9 dB
preout level / load5000 mV/10 kΩ
preout impedance≤ 80 Ω
Auxiliary Input IconAuxiliary Input
frequency response20 Hz – 20 kHz
input maximum voltage1200 mV
input impedance100 kΩ
General IconGeneral
operating voltage14.4 V
current consumption10 A
installation size182 x 53 x 155 mm
weight3.31 lbs (1.5 kg)

Summary

Safety Precautions and Warnings

General Safety Advice

Advises on preventing injury, safe driving practices, and handling the product responsibly.

Preventing Unit Damage

Precautions regarding grounding, environmental exposure, fuse replacement, and physical handling to prevent damage.

Panel Attachment and CD Slot Warnings

Instructions for attaching the panel and warnings against loading 3-inch CDs with adapters.

CD Player Connection and Lens Fogging

Details on connecting CD players/changers and managing lens fogging for optimal playback.

Notes and Unit Reset Procedures

How to Reset Your Unit

Procedure for resetting the unit to factory settings, including precautions for USB devices.

Cleaning and Initial Setup

Guidelines for cleaning the unit and faceplate, and initial setup before first use.

KENWOOD Music Editor Software

Information regarding the attached KENWOOD Music Editor PC application for file management.

Audio File and USB Device Information

Playable Audio Files, Discs, and USB Devices

Details on supported audio file formats, disc media, USB devices, and file systems.

USB Device Usage and Cable Limitations

Guidance on USB device installation, data backup, and limitations related to USB hubs and cable length.

ODD D;A System and Dual Zone System Interaction

Explanation of the ODD D/A System and how Dual Zone System setting affects it.

Bluetooth and CD Handling Procedures

Bluetooth Hands Free Control Operations

Instructions for dialing, registering, and deleting phones via Bluetooth.

Handling CDs and Identifying Unusable Discs

Guidance on handling CDs properly and identifying discs that cannot be used.

General Features - Power and Source Selection

Power ON;OFF Procedures

Instructions on how to turn the unit's power ON and OFF.

Selecting the Audio Source

Methods for selecting different audio sources like Tuner, USB, CD, etc.

General Features - Volume and Audio Control

Volume, Attenuator, and Loudness Adjustment

How to adjust volume, use the attenuator, and activate loudness control for better sound.

Audio Control Settings

Adjusting audio parameters such as rear volume, subwoofer level, balance, and fader.

General Features - Audio Setup and Subwoofer

Audio Setup and Dual Zone System Configuration

Configuring sound system settings like volume offset and dual zone audio output.

Subwoofer Output and Supreme Setting

Controls for subwoofer output and the Supreme setting to enhance audio quality.

General Features - Mute and Function Control

TEL Mute Functionality

Automatic muting of audio during incoming calls.

Function Control Mode Navigation

How to navigate and select various setup items and functions within the unit's menu.

General Features - Sound Management System

Sound Management System Setup

Detailed setup for speaker placement, size, crossover frequencies, and time alignment.

General Features - Position Control

Position Control Settings

Adjusting speaker positioning for optimal listening experience, including preset and manual settings.

General Features - Equalizer and WOW HD

Equalizer Control Settings

Adjusting equalizer settings, including preset Q settings, frequency bands, and quality.

WOW HD Control Settings

Adjusting WOW HD sound enhancement features like Focus, TruBass, and SRS 3D.

General Features - Memory Mode

Memory Mode for DSP Settings

Saving and recalling customized DSP settings for audio preferences.

General Features - Display Recall and Type Selection

Memory Recall Mode

Recalling previously saved audio presets and settings from memory.

Display Type Selection

Changing the display mode to customize how information is presented.

General Features - Display Customization

Display Mode Selection and Status Setting

Selecting display modes and configuring which function statuses are shown.

Graphic Display Selection

Choosing different graphic displays such as spectrum analyzers or wallpapers.

General Features - Text Display Configuration

Text Display Selection and Setup

Selecting and configuring text display elements for various sources.

Text Display Information per Source

Details on the information displayed for Tuner, CD, and Audio file sources.

General Features - Font Color Selection

Font Color Selection for Display Text

Customizing the font color and outline color for the display text.

General Features - Icon and G-Analyzer Display

Icon Display Switching

Changing the icon display for sources, text labels, and album art.

G-Analyzer Display Selection and Stop Watch

Selecting G-Analyzer display modes and using it as a stopwatch.

General Features - G-Analyzer Horsepower Analysis

G-Analyzer Horsepower Analysis

Measuring and displaying vehicle horsepower and max power.

General Features - G-Analyzer Management

G-Analyzer Reset and Counter Level Setting

Resetting G-Analyzer values and calibrating G-Counter levels.

G-Analyzer Calibration Setup

Calibrating the G-Analyzer for horizontal acceleration and braking.

General Features - G-Analyzer Vehicle Setup

G-Analyzer Vehicle Weight Setup

Entering vehicle weight for accurate horsepower calculation.

G-Analyzer Vehicle Class Setup

Selecting vehicle class for horsepower calculation.

General Features - Naming and Angle Control

Station;Disc Naming (SNPS;DNPS)

Attaching custom titles to stations or discs.

Angle Control for Panel Adjustment

Adjusting the angle of the unit's panel for optimal viewing.

Theft Deterrent Faceplate

Removing and Reattaching the Faceplate

Instructions on how to detach and reattach the front faceplate for security.

Tuner Features - Tuning and Modes

Tuning Stations and Selecting Bands

How to select the tuner source and switch between FM/AM bands.

Tuning Mode Selection

Choosing between automatic seek, preset seek, and manual tuning modes.

Tuner Features - Memory and Tuning Functions

Direct Access Tuning

Entering frequencies directly to tune into stations.

Station Preset Memory and Auto Memory Entry

Saving favorite stations to memory and automatic station preset entry.

Preset Tuning

Recalling previously stored stations from memory.

RDS Features - Program Type

PTY (Program Type) Station Search

Searching for radio stations based on their program type.

RDS Features - PTY Management and Text

Station Registration as PTY

Registering a program type for stations that do not have PTY data.

Program Type Preset and Radio Text Scroll

Preserving PTY settings and scrolling radio text information.

CD;Audio File Features - Media Playback

Playing CD and Audio Files

Instructions for inserting and playing CDs and audio files from various media.

Ejecting the Disc

Procedure for safely ejecting a disc from the unit.

CD;Audio File Features - USB, iPod, and Media Control

Playing USB (iPod) Device and Internal Memory

Connecting and controlling USB devices, iPods, and accessing internal memory files.

Playing External Disc and Media Control

Using external disc players and basic media playback controls like pause and play.

Removing the USB Device Safely

Steps to safely remove a USB device from the unit.

CD;Audio File Features - Media Navigation

Drive Search and Fast Forward;Reverse

Searching for devices in a card reader and fast forwarding/reversing playback.

Music, Disc, Folder, and Album Search

Navigating through music, discs, folders, and albums for content selection.

Direct Music and Disc Search Methods

Methods for directly searching music tracks or discs by number.

CD;Audio File Features - Play Functions

Setting Playback Functions (Repeat;Scan)

Configuring playback functions like Repeat Play and Scan Play for CDs and audio files.

File Select for Music Browsing

Selecting specific music files for playback from the current device or media.

CD;Audio File Features - Text Scrolling

Text;Title Scroll Functionality

Scrolling displayed CD text, audio file text, or MD titles.

Recording & Downloading - Internal Memory

About Internal Memory Storage

Information on storing audio files in the unit's internal memory.

Recording;Copying Notes and Interruption Handling

Important notes on recording/copying, including handling interruptions and resume functions.

Recording & Downloading - Music CD Recording

Recording Music CDs to Internal Memory

Process for compressing and storing music CDs into the internal memory.

Setting Recordable Time for Music CDs

Options for setting the recordable time (Standard, Long Play, Super Long Play) for CDs.

Recording & Downloading - Recording Process

Naming Recorded Files and Folders

Steps to name recorded files and folders, including auto-naming conventions.

Starting and Canceling Recording Operations

Initiating the recording process and procedures for canceling it.

Recording & Downloading - USB File Copying

Copying Audio Files from USB Device

Process for copying audio files and folders from a USB device to internal memory.

Canceling the Copy Process

Procedure for canceling the file copying operation from USB.

Recording & Downloading - Deleting Files

Deleting Audio Files from Internal Memory

Steps for selecting and deleting audio files or folders from the internal memory.

Canceling the Delete Process

Procedure for canceling the file deletion operation.

Satellite Radio Tuner Features - Mode and Channel Selection

Selecting Satellite Radio Mode

How to select the Satellite Radio tuner as the audio source.

Switching Seek Mode and Selecting Channels

Setting seek modes (Channel/Preset) and navigating between channels.

Satellite Radio Tuner Features - Channel Search and Memory

Category and Channel Search

Searching for channels based on category and specific channel numbers.

Preset Band Selection and Channel Memory

Selecting preset bands and storing channels into memory.

Direct Access Tuning for Satellite Radio

Tuning into specific channels using direct access methods.

Satellite Radio Tuner Features - Tuning and Text Scrolling

Preset Tuning and Channel Scan Operations

Recalling preset channels and scanning receivable channels for a short period.

Text Scroll for Satellite Radio Source

Scrolling channel names and other text information for Satellite Radio.

HD Radio Tuner Features - Tuning

HD Radio Tuning Procedures

Selecting the HD Radio source and tuning into FM/AM stations.

Menu System - Basic Navigation

Menu System Basic Operation

Explanation of how to navigate the unit's menu system and adjust settings.

Menu System - Security Code Management

Activating the Security Code

Setting a 4-digit security code to prevent unauthorized use of the unit.

Deactivating the Security Code

Procedure to clear or deactivate the previously set security code.

Menu System - Source, iPod, Clock, and Date Settings

Source Select Mode and iPod Mode Setting

Customizing source selection display and setting iPod operation method.

Touch Sensor Tone and Manual Clock Adjustment

Setting touch feedback sound and adjusting the clock manually.

Date Adjustment Procedures

Setting the current date, including month, day, and year.

Menu System - Date, Clock Sync, and Display Settings

Date Mode and Synchronize Clock Settings

Setting the date format and synchronizing the unit's clock with RDS station time.

Display Illumination Control and DSI Indicator

Managing display illumination and the Disabled System Indicator (DSI).

Dimmer Setting for Display Brightness

Automatically dimming the display when vehicle lights are turned on.

Menu System - Display and Bass Management

Contrast Adjustment and Display Reversing

Adjusting display contrast and enabling display mode switching.

Dual Zone System Setting and Bass Management

Configuring Dual Zone audio and adjusting external amplifier bass boost levels.

Built-in Amp and BMS Frequency Offset Settings

Controlling the built-in amplifier and setting BMS frequency offset.

Menu System - AMP Control and Traffic Information

AMP Control and Traffic Information

Controlling connected LX AMP units and managing automatic traffic information bulletins.

CRSC (Clean Reception System Circuit)

Using CRSC to reduce multi-path noise in FM reception.

Menu System - Receive Mode and ESN Display

Receive Mode Setting (HD Radio) and ESN Display

Setting HD Radio receive modes and displaying the Electronic Serial Number (ESN).

Auxiliary Input Display Setting and Naming

Customizing auxiliary input display and naming stations/discs.

Menu System - Text Scroll and CD Settings

Text Scroll Functionality

Setting the scrolling behavior for displayed text.

Built-in Auxiliary Input and CD Read Settings

Configuring built-in auxiliary input and CD read settings for playback.

Menu System - Picture Downloading

Picture Downloading Process

Downloading custom wallpapers to the unit's display.

Canceling Picture Downloading

Stopping the picture downloading process.

Menu System - Firmware, Memory, and Demo Mode

Firmware Version Display

Displaying the current firmware version of the unit.

Internal Memory Format

Performing a format to delete all audio files stored in internal memory.

Demonstration Mode Setting

Enabling or disabling the unit's demonstration mode.

Remote Control - Basic Operations

Loading and Replacing the Battery

Instructions for installing and replacing batteries in the remote control.

Basic Remote Control Button Functions

Overview of key remote control buttons like VOL, SRC, and ATT.

Remote Control - Source-Specific Functions

Audio Control and Dual Zone System Remote Functions

Using the remote for audio adjustments and Dual Zone System control.

Tuner, Media, Satellite Radio, HD Radio Remote Functions

Remote control functions specific to Tuner, Disc/USB/iPod, Satellite Radio, and HD Radio sources.

Installation Procedure - Accessories and Setup

Accessories and General Installation Procedure

List of included accessories and step-by-step installation instructions.

iPod Connection Guide

Specific guidance for connecting an iPod using the KCA-iP200 accessory.

Installation - Wiring Diagram

Connecting Wires to Terminals

Detailed diagram and instructions for connecting all necessary wires to the unit's terminals.

Installation - Vehicle Specific Mounts

Installation for Non-Japanese Cars

Installation procedures specifically for non-Japanese vehicles.

Installation for Japanese Cars

Installation procedures tailored for Japanese vehicles, including screw usage.

Installation - Unit Removal and Faceplate Securing

Removing the Hard Rubber Frame

Instructions on how to remove the hard rubber frame from the unit.

Screwing the Faceplate and Removing the Unit

Securing the faceplate to the main unit and detaching the entire unit.

Troubleshooting Guide - Common Function Issues

Troubleshooting Various Function Errors

Addresses common issues related to source switching, equalizer, WOW HD, Dual Zone, and security code settings.

Troubleshooting Guide - Source-Specific Issues

Troubleshooting Issues by Source Type

Diagnosing problems related to Tuner, Disc, Audio File, HD Radio, and USB device sources.

Troubleshooting Guide - Error Messages

Troubleshooting Common Error Messages

Explains error messages like Hold Error, Eject, No Disc, TOC Error, Read Error, and others.

Troubleshooting Guide - Device and File Errors

Troubleshooting Device Connection and File Errors

Addresses issues with device detection, file compatibility, download errors, and writing errors.

Specifications

FM;AM Tuner, CD Player, USB Interface Specifications

Technical specifications for FM/AM tuners, CD player, and USB interface.

Audio, Auxiliary Input, and General Specifications

Technical details for audio output, auxiliary input, and general unit characteristics.

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