Kenwood KDC-BT52U User Manual

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KDC-BT52U
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Function setting procedure
For the procedure for selecting a setting item in the
Function setting mode, see the following example:
Example: Adjusting the contrast of the display
 Enter the Function setting mode
Press and hold the Control knob.
“Function” is displayed.
 Select the Contrast function item
Initial Settings
Tuner Settings
Play Mode
Clock&Date
DISP NEGA/POSI
Display Dimmer
Settings
DISP&ILLUMI
Contrast
Turn the Control knob to select “Settings”, and
then press the Control knob.
Next, turn the Control knob to select
“DISP&ILLUMI”, and then press the Control
knob.
Finally, turn the Control knob to select
“Contrast”, and then press the Control knob.
In this manual, the above operational
procedure is described as follows:
 Select the Contrast function item
Select the following items using the
Control knob.
“Settings” > “DISP&ILLUMI” > “Contrast”
Press the [ ] button to return to the previous
item.
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• Clicking near the description of an operational
procedure displays this page, allowing you to confirm how
to use the Control knob.
 Set the Contrast function
Turn the Control knob to select a value (1 - 30),
and then press the Control knob.
The previous item is displayed.
 Exit the Function setting mode
Press and hold the [ ] button.
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Kenwood KDC-BT52U Specifications

General

Brand	Kenwood
Model	KDC-BT52U
Category	Car Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Understanding the Manual

Function Setting Procedure

Explains the steps for navigating and using the function setting mode.

Initial Use and Safety

Initial Setup and Precautions

Covers first-time use, warnings, cautions, and general advice for safe operation.

Unit Maintenance and Care

Details cleaning procedures, condensation advice, disc handling, and unit reset instructions.

Device Component Identification

Control Panel Overview

Identifies and describes the buttons and components on the unit's control panel.

Audio Settings and Customization

Audio Control

Explains how to adjust Bass, Middle, Treble, and other audio parameters.

Audio Preset Memory

Describes the process of saving custom audio settings for later recall.

Audio Preset Recall

Details how to load previously saved audio settings.

General Unit Operations

Adjusting the Clock

Setting the current time on the unit.

Adjusting the Date

Setting the current date on the unit.

Dual Clock Display

Clock & Date Display Type Setting

Initial Settings

Configuring the unit's default or initial settings.

Bluetooth Device Pairing and Management

Simple Bluetooth Device Registration

A simplified procedure for pairing Bluetooth devices.

Registering via Bluetooth Device

Pairing a device by operating the Bluetooth device itself.

Registering via This Unit

Pairing a device by operating the Kenwood unit.

Registering Special Bluetooth Devices

Simple Bluetooth Device Selection

Selecting Bluetooth Device to Connect

Deleting Registered Bluetooth Device

Hands-Free Bluetooth Phoning

Receiving a Call

How to answer or reject incoming phone calls.

Calling from Phone Book

Dialing a Number

Calling from Call Log

Speed Dialing (Preset Dial)

Registering Preset Dial Numbers

During a Call

Call Waiting

Making Call by Voice Dialing

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Basic Operations

Pause and Play

Music Search

Searching for music files on a connected Bluetooth audio device.

Fast Forward/Backward Song

Playback Mode

Switching Bluetooth Devices

Bluetooth Configuration Settings

Registering the PIN Code

Setting or changing the PIN code for Bluetooth pairing.

Downloading the Phone Book

Bluetooth Detail Setting

Configuring advanced Bluetooth connection parameters.

Appendices and References

About the USB Device

Compatible iPod/iPhone Models

About the Bluetooth Module

Specifications and profiles supported by the unit's Bluetooth.

Troubleshooting and Error Resolution

General Issues

Solutions for common operational problems.

Tuner Source Issues

Troubleshooting poor radio reception.

Disc Source Issues

Resolving problems with CD playback.

Audio File Source Issues

Addressing skips or playback errors with audio files.

System Condition Messages

Explanations and solutions for error messages displayed by the unit.

Technical Specifications

FM Tuner Specifications

CD Player Specifications

USB Interface Specifications

Audio Section Specifications

Bluetooth Section Specifications

Technical details for the Bluetooth connectivity.

General Specifications