Kenwood KDC-148 User Manual

KDC-148
KDC-108
KDC-MP148CR
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD
MODE D’EMPLOI
REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Kenwood KDC-148 Specifications

General

Maximum Output Power	50W x 4
RMS Power Output	22W x 4
CD Player	Yes
MP3 Playback	Yes
WMA Playback	Yes
AM/FM Tuner	Yes
Detachable Faceplate	Yes
Auxiliary Input	Yes
Bluetooth	No
Remote Control	No
Display Type	LCD
Preset EQ	Yes
Built-in Amplifier	Yes
Channels	4

Summary

Safety and Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Key safety precautions and warnings for operating the unit in a vehicle.

Preparation and Initial Setup

Faceplate and Remote Controller

Instructions for attaching/detaching the faceplate and preparing the remote controller.

Unit Reset and Disc Guidelines

Procedures for resetting the unit and guidelines for usable discs.

Basic Operations and Maintenance

Unit Maintenance and Disc Handling

Guidance on cleaning the unit, connectors, and proper disc handling.

Button Functions and Call Muting

Overview of main unit and remote control button operations and call muting feature.

Getting Started

Demonstration Mode Settings

How to enable, disable, and configure the display demonstration mode.

Clock and Initial Settings

Steps to adjust the clock and perform initial system setup before operation.

Listening to the Radio

Radio Settings and Remote Control

Configuring radio settings and using the remote for radio functions.

Disc Playback Operations

Disc Playback Modes

Options for controlling disc playback modes like repeat, random, and scan.

File and Folder Navigation

How to navigate and select specific tracks, files, or folders on a disc.

Direct Music Search

Using the remote to search and play specific tracks directly.

Listening to Other External Components

Function Settings

Audio Control and Sound Settings

Adjusting audio parameters like subwoofer, bass, treble, balance, and fader.

System and Display Configuration

Configuring auxiliary input names, clock, and display behavior.

Troubleshooting Guide

Installation and Connection

Installation Overview and Safety

Overall installation steps, safety warnings, and important cautions.

Wiring Connection Diagram

Schematic illustrating wiring harness connections for speakers, power, and antenna.

Unit Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for physically mounting the unit into the vehicle dashboard.

Specifications