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Audio Specifications| maximum output power | 45 W x 4 |
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| full bandwidth power | 22 W x 4 |
| bass tone action | 100 Hz ±10 dB |
| treble tone action | 10 kHz ±10 dB |
| preout level | 1800 mV/10 kΩ |
| preout impedance | ≤600 Ω |
Power| operating voltage | 14.4 V |
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| current consumption | 10 A |
Weight and Dimensions| installation size | 182 x 53 x 161 mm |
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| installation size (inches) | 7-3/16 x 2-1/16 x 6-5/16 |
| weight | 4.0 lbs (1.8 kg) |
Use of controls or adjustments other than specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Device complies with FCC Part 15 and Canadian ICES-003 for Class B digital apparatus.
Precautions to prevent injury or fire during installation and operation.
Precautions to prevent damage to the unit during installation and operation.
Information on connecting older CD changers and incompatibility issues.
Warning about incorrect connection of unit and CD changer.
Warning against loading 3-inch CDs with adapters to avoid unit damage.
General notes on installation issues, reset button, security code, and display limitations.
Instructions for cleaning faceplate terminals, unit, and CD slot.
Explanation and resolution for lens fogging in cold weather.
Guidelines for playing CDs to prevent skipping, damage, and unit malfunction.
Best practices for handling, cleaning, and storing CDs.
Warnings against using special shape CDs, CDs with stickers, or CD accessories.
Instructions for turning the unit's power on and off.
How to increase and decrease the volume using the unit's buttons.
How to quickly turn down the volume and how the function deactivates.
How to switch between Tuner, CD, External Disc Control, and Standby modes.
How to activate standby mode and its purpose.
Notes on AUX mode availability and how to preset AUX names.
How to adjust sound quality parameters like bass, treble, and balance.
How to recall preset sound settings using buttons #1-6.
Adjusting bass frequency, level, quality factor, and extension.
Adjusting treble frequency, level, and audio balance.
Adjusting fader level and non-fading output level.
Adjusting high-pass filters for front/rear and low-pass for non-fading output.
Adjusting non-fading output phase and source level offset.
How to save custom sound settings to preset buttons.
How to recall previously stored sound settings.
Adjusting sound settings based on speaker types.
How to turn the loudness function on/off to amplify low and high tones.
How to turn the non-fading output on and off.
Step-by-step instructions for removing the detachable faceplate.
Instructions for correctly reattaching the faceplate to the unit.
How to hide the control panel by reversing the faceplate.
How to open the control panel by releasing the faceplate.
How to select between auto seek, preset station seek, and manual tuning modes.
How to perform tuning operations using the buttons.
How to store and recall radio stations using preset buttons.
How to automatically store receivable frequencies.
How to recall a stored preset station.
How to change the display information while listening to the radio.
How to search for stations using their preset names.
How to cancel the Station Name Preset Play mode.
How to assign names to radio stations for preset memory.
How to directly input letters for station names using the remote.
Step-by-step guide to assigning names to radio stations.
Details on available characters and input methods for station names.
How to directly input letters for station names using the remote.
Explanation of O-N switch settings for CD text and disc name display.
Notes on CD text, Presetting Disc Names, and Disc Name Preset Play functions.
Instructions for inserting, playing, pausing, and ejecting CDs.
How to select external disc control modes for connected players.
How to pause and resume playback of external discs.
How to change displayed information during disc playback.
How to fast forward and reverse disc playback.
How to search forward or backward through tracks on a disc.
How to search forward or backward through discs in a changer.
How to directly input and play a specific track number using the remote.
How to directly input and play a specific disc number using the remote.
How to repeat playing the current track or disc.
How to successively play the beginning of each track on a disc.
How to successively play the beginning of each disc on a changer.
How to play all tracks on the current disc in random order.
How to play tracks from all discs in a changer in random order.
How to scroll and display CD text, MD titles, and calendar function text.
How to look for and play discs by their preset names.
How to rapidly display preset names/disc titles in forward or reverse order.
How to select and play a disc once its name is displayed.
How to cancel the Disc Name Preset Play mode.
Procedure for storing names of discs to be displayed during playback.
Details on available characters and input methods for disc names.
How to directly input letters for disc names using the remote.
How to access and navigate the menu system for settings.
How to switch the button beep sound on or off.
How to manually adjust the unit's clock time.
How to adjust the date for the unit's calendar function.
How to set the date formats for the calendar function.
How to input text and set the date for display with the calendar function.
How to set and use a security code to prevent theft.
How to switch the button illumination color between green and red.
How to adjust the display contrast for better viewing.
How to dim the display.
How to turn the graphic display movement on and off.
How to enable the sound coordinate system for audio adjustments.
How to turn off the lower part of the display.
How to adjust bass boost level for external amplifiers.
How to switch reception from stereo to mono to reduce noise.
How to switch between manual and automatic text scrolling.
Diagram and basic functions of the optional remote for KDC-515S.
Diagram and basic functions of the remote for KDC-6015.
Instructions for loading and replacing batteries in the remote control.
How to use the volume buttons on the remote.
How to switch between modes (Tuner, CD, External Disc, Standby) using the SRC button.
How to use the ATT button to quickly turn down volume.
How to use tuning buttons for seeking and station name input.
How to select AM and FM bands, and digits/symbols for station name input.
How the OK button stores input data and selects stations.
How the DNPP button enters and cancels Station Name Preset Play mode.
How the ▶II button enters/cancels PTY mode and selects character types.
How to use number/letter buttons for presets and station name entry.
Using remote buttons to search tracks, discs, and move the cursor.
Using ▶II, OK, and DNPP buttons for playback and name preset modes.
Using number/letter entry buttons for disc name input.
List and illustrations of included accessories with their item counts.
Steps for preventing short circuits, connecting wires, and installing the unit.
Important cautions regarding ignition wiring, console lids, fuses, and wire connections.
Safety warnings about connecting ignition and battery wires to prevent short circuits.
Cautions for connecting speaker wires when using only two speakers.
Detailed diagram showing connections for power, speakers, antenna, and external components.
Specific steps for installing the unit in Japanese cars, including trim plate mounting.
Ensuring the unit is installed securely to prevent malfunction.
Cautions about using provided screws and excessive force during installation.
Steps for removing the hard rubber frame before unit removal.
Instructions for safely removing the main unit from the dashboard.
How to lock the faceplate using a provided screw to prevent it from falling off.
Warning against inserting taptite screws into incorrect holes to avoid unit damage.
Solutions for problems like no power, low volume, or poor sound quality.
Solutions for unresponsive buttons and poor radio reception.
Solutions for memory erasure, CD ejection, sound skipping, and track playback.
Solutions for issues with selecting disc control modes or incorrect disc playback.
Solutions for sound skipping, display errors, and no sound during playback.
Solutions for repeat/scan functions starting automatically.
Situations requiring consultation with a service center.
Actions for EJECT and NO DISC messages related to disc loading.
Actions for specific error messages like E-04, BLANK, NO TRACK, NO PANEL.
Troubleshooting steps for E-77 and E-99 error codes.
Actions for HOLD (overheating) and blinking IN indicator (CD player malfunction).
Technical specifications for FM and AM tuners.
Technical specifications for the CD player section.
Specifications for audio output, general operating parameters, and weight.
