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Kenwood KDC-BT73DAB User Manual

Kenwood KDC-BT73DAB
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KDC-BT73DAB
KDC-BT53U
KDC-5057SD
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IM362_Ref_E_En_03 (English)© 2013 JVC KENWOOD Corporation

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Kenwood KDC-BT73DAB Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tuner typeDigital
FM band range87.5 - 108 MHz
Supported radio bandsAM, DAB+, DMB, FM, LW, MW
Radio Data System (RDS)Yes
Preset stations quantity24
DIN size1 DIN
Clock mode24h
Output power200 W
RDS featuresEON, PTY
Product colorBlack
Disc types supportedCD-R, CD-RW
Equalizer bands quantity13
USB version2.0
Bluetooth version2.1+EDR
Bluetooth profilesA2DP, HFP
USB ports quantity2
Audio formats supportedAAC, MP3, WAV, WMA
Display typeLCD
Illumination colorMulti
Display number of lines3 lines
Package weight2200 g
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth159 mm
Width182 mm
Height53 mm
Weight1300 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)182 x 159 x 53 mm

Summary

Getting Started: Before Use

Safety Precautions

Essential warnings to prevent injury or fire, including safe operation and handling of the unit.

Core Operations and Controls

Initial Setup and Preparation

Canceling Demonstration Mode

Instructions for disabling the unit's initial demonstration mode for normal operation.

Navigating Menu Settings

General Usage and Controls

Powering the Unit On and Off

Instructions for turning the car stereo system's power ON and OFF.

Source Selection and Switching

How to switch between different audio sources like radio, CD, USB, and iPod.

Audio Customization (KDC-5057SD)

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Settings

DSP Audio Feature Adjustments

Configuring DSP effects such as Sound Realizer, Sound Elevation, Bass Boost, and Supreme.

Advanced Audio Tuning

Speaker and Crossover Settings

Configuring Speaker Characteristics

Setting speaker location and size to automatically optimize crossover points.

Fine-Tuning Crossover Frequencies

Adjusting high-pass and low-pass filter settings for individual speakers and subwoofer.

Sound Staging and Delay Adjustment

Setting Listening Position for Sound Localization

Adjusting sound localization by selecting the primary listening position within the vehicle.

Delay Time Control for Speaker Synchronization

Setting speaker delay times based on distance measurements for precise sound staging.

Speaker Level and DTA Settings

DSP Preset Management

iPod Integration and Playback

Basic iPod Music Playback

Instructions for connecting an iPod/iPhone and controlling music playback.

iPod Music Navigation

Aha Radio Service Integration

Aha Radio Usage and Navigation

Media Playback: CD, USB, SD

Playing Music from Discs, USB, and SD Cards

Step-by-step guide for playing audio from CDs, USB drives, and SD memory cards.

Media File Navigation

Radio Reception: Tuner Operations

Listening to the Radio

How to select tuner sources, bands, stations, and seek modes for radio listening.

Storing and Recalling Preset Stations

Procedures for saving favorite radio stations into memory and recalling them.

Tuner Station Management

Tuner Settings Configuration

Radio Program Type Search

Digital Radio (DAB) Reception

Listening to Digital Radio Stations

How to select DAB source, search ensembles, and manage seek modes.

Storing and Recalling DAB Services

Procedures for saving and recalling digital radio ensembles, services, and components.

Digital Radio Service Management

Digital Radio Navigation

Digital Radio Features and Settings

Display Customization and Settings

Selecting Display Type Options

Choosing different display types (A-F) to customize information presentation.

Configuring Information Display Elements

Setting side and graphic display parts, including status indicators for functions.

Illumination Color Customization

Selecting Panel Illumination Colors

Choosing illumination colors for different parts of the unit's panel.

Adjusting Custom Illumination Colors

Fine-tuning RGB values to create personalized illumination colors.

Text Display Configuration

Customizing Text Information Display

Selecting which text information (e.g., song title, artist) is shown for various sources.

Display and Illumination Adjustments

Display Dimming and Contrast Settings

Adjusting display brightness, dimming based on vehicle lights, and contrast.

Display Mode and Text Scrolling

Configuring display modes (positive/negative) and text scrolling behavior.

Illumination Effects and Key Operation

Setting illumination brightness and effect based on key operations or vehicle lighting.

System General Settings

Initial Unit Configuration

Bluetooth Device Management

Registering Bluetooth Devices

Step-by-step guide for pairing a Bluetooth device (phone, audio player) with the unit.

Bluetooth Device Selection and Removal

Selecting an Active Bluetooth Device

How to choose which registered Bluetooth device to use when multiple are connected.

Deleting Registered Bluetooth Devices

Procedures for removing previously paired Bluetooth devices from the unit.

Bluetooth Connectivity Testing

Bluetooth Hands-Free Phoning

Answering and Rejecting Calls

How to answer or reject incoming phone calls using the unit's controls.

Calling Contacts from Phone Book

Searching for and initiating calls to contacts stored in the phone book.

Hands-Free Call Management

Manually Dialing Phone Numbers

Instructions for entering and dialing phone numbers directly from the unit.

Calling from Call History Logs

How to initiate calls using numbers from incoming, outgoing, or missed call logs.

Hands-Free Speed Dialing

Using Preset Speed Dial Numbers

Making quick calls using pre-assigned speed dial numbers.

Registering Numbers for Speed Dial

Procedures for saving phone numbers into the preset dial list.

In-Call Operations and Messaging

Advanced Hands-Free Features

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Advanced Bluetooth Configuration

Phone Book Management

Bluetooth Detail Settings

Troubleshooting and Error Resolution

Troubleshooting Setting Errors

Identifies potential issues caused by incorrect unit settings.

Troubleshooting Operation and Wiring Errors

Lists common operation or wiring issues and their basic troubleshooting steps.

Troubleshooting: Error Messages

Interpreting and Resolving Unit Error Codes

Explains various error messages displayed by the unit and their corresponding troubleshooting actions.

Troubleshooting: Aha Service Messages

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