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Kenwood KDC-BT855U User Manual

Kenwood KDC-BT855U
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KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 1. Before use 1-1. Safety precaution
1-1. Safety precaution
# WARNING
To prevent injuries or a fire, take the following precautions:
Stop the car before operating the unit.
To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside
the unit.
! CAUTION
Adjust the volume so that you can hear the sound outside the car. Driving with the volume too high
may cause an accident.
Wipe off the dirt on the panel with a dry silicon or soft cloth.
Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the monitor or unit.
If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.

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Kenwood KDC-BT855U Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output (RMS)22W x 4
Maximum Power Output50W x 4
BluetoothYes
USB PortYes
AUX InputYes
CD PlayerYes
AM/FM TunerYes
Display TypeLCD
Preamp Outputs3 (Front, Rear, Subwoofer)
Subwoofer ControlYes
Remote ControlYes
Built-in MicrophoneYes
Steering Wheel ControlYes
Compatible Audio FormatsMP3, WMA, WAV
Equalizer13-Band Graphic Equalizer

Summary

1-1. Safety Precaution

WARNING

General safety warnings to prevent injuries or fire.

CAUTION

Precautions for volume, cleaning, and installation.

1-2. Important Information

Initial Setup and Mode Cancellation

Initial setup instructions including Demonstration mode cancellation.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning connectors and handling condensation.

Unit Reset Procedure

Steps to reset the unit to factory settings.

1-3. Regulatory Compliance

Safety and Compliance Warnings

Warnings regarding radiation exposure, FCC, and Industry Canada regulations.

2-1. Specifications

Tuner Specifications

Technical details for FM, AM, and Digital tuner sections.

CD Player Specifications

Technical details for the CD player section.

3-1. Component Names

Unit Controls Overview

Identification and function of main unit buttons and controls.

3-2. Preparations

Initial Setup Procedures

Steps to cancel Demonstration mode and attach/detach faceplate.

3-4. Adjusting the Clock

3-5. General Operations

Power and Source Selection

How to turn the unit on/off and select audio sources.

Connecting Devices

Information on connecting USB and Auxiliary input devices.

4-1. Audio Control

4-2. Audio Preset

5-1. Audio Control (DSP Settings)

5-2. Manual Equalizer Control

5-3. Car Type Selection

5-4. Speaker Setting

5-7. Delay Time Control

Setting Speaker Delay Times

Steps to calculate and input speaker delay times for sound staging.

6-1. Compatible iPod/iPhone Models

Supported Apple Devices

List of iPod and iPhone models compatible with the unit.

Important Notes on iPod/iPhone Use

Key considerations when connecting Apple devices.

6-2. Playing Music from iPod

Connecting and Playing iPod

Steps to connect and start music playback from an iPod.

Removing the iPod Safely

Procedure for safely disconnecting the iPod.

6-3. Music Search

Searching for Songs

Methods to search for music by various criteria.

Handling Undisplayable Titles

Information on managing unreadable song titles.

6-4. Alphabet Search

Tips for Alphabet Search

Useful tips for performing alphabet searches on iPod.

6-6. Skip Search

Setting the Skip Search Ratio

How to configure the ratio for skipping songs.

7-1. Pandora Requirements

Device and Software Requirements

Conditions for using Pandora with iPhone, Android, and BlackBerry.

Pandora Service Notes

Important notes regarding Pandora service availability and terms.

7-2. Listening to Pandora

Connecting Android/BlackBerry Devices

Steps to connect and use Pandora with Android/BlackBerry.

Connecting iPod/iPhone Devices

Steps to connect and use Pandora with iPod/iPhone.

8-1. Aha Radio Requirements

Device and Software Requirements

Conditions for using Aha Radio with iPhone and Android.

Aha Radio Service Notes

Important notes regarding Aha Radio service.

8-2. Listening to Aha Radio

Connecting Android Devices

Steps to connect and use Aha Radio with Android.

Connecting iPod/iPhone Devices

Steps to connect and use Aha Radio with iPod/iPhone.

9-1. iHeartRADIO Requirements

Device and Software Requirements

Conditions for using iHeartRADIO with iPhone and Android.

iHeartRADIO Service Notes

Important notes regarding iHeartRADIO service.

9-2. Listening to iHeartRADIO

Connecting Android Devices

Steps to connect and use iHeartRADIO with Android.

Connecting iPod/iPhone Devices

Steps to connect and use iHeartRADIO with iPod/iPhone.

10-1. Playing Music (CD/USB)

Playing Discs and USB Devices

Instructions for playing music from CDs and USB devices.

Removing Media Safely

Procedures for safely removing discs and USB devices.

10-2. Music Search

Searching for Music Files and CDs

Methods to search for music from various media.

10-7. Audio File Information

Supported Audio Formats and Devices

Details on playable audio files, disc media, USB devices, and file systems.

Playback Order and USB Device Definition

Explanation of playback order and definition of USB device.

11-1. Listening to the Radio (Tuner)

Radio Source and Band Selection

How to select tuner source, band (FM/AM), and stations.

Seek Mode Options

Explanation of different radio seek modes.

11-2. Station Preset Memory

Storing and Recalling Stations

Procedures for saving and recalling radio stations.

Mix Station Preset Mode

Explanation of the flexible Mix Station preset mode.

11-5. Tuner Settings

12-1. About HD Radio™ Technology

HD Radio Features Overview

Overview of Program Service Data, HD2/HD3 channels, and Digital Sound.

iTunes Tagging Feature

Explanation of the iTunes Tagging functionality.

12-2. Listening to HD Radio

HD Radio Source and Channel Selection

Steps to select HD Radio source, band, and stations.

Seek Mode for HD Radio

Options for seeking stations in HD Radio mode.

12-6. iTunes Tagging

Using iTunes Tagging

How to use the iTunes tagging feature and its related settings.

13-1. Selecting a Display Type

Available Display Types

Description of different display types (A, B, C, D, E).

13-2. Information Display Settings

13-3. Illumination Color Selection

Parts for Color Selection

Lists the parts of the unit for which illumination color can be selected.

13-5. Selecting Text Display

Text Display for Audio, Pandora, iHeartRADIO, CD Sources

Available text display information for these sources.

Text Display for HD Radio, Tuner, Bluetooth, Auxiliary, Standby, SiriusXM

Text display options for remaining sources and modes.

Text Display Notes and Limitations

General notes and limitations regarding text display functionality.

13-6. Display & Illumination Settings

Display Adjustments

Settings for display dimming, contrast, negative/positive mode, and text scrolling.

Illumination Adjustments

Settings for key illumination brightness, effects, and sync.

14-1. Adjusting the Date

14-2. Clock & Date Display Type Setting

14-4. Muting Audio on Phone Call

Phone Call Handling

Procedures for when a call comes in, during a call, and when the call ends.

Using the TEL Mute Feature

Instructions for enabling the audio mute function for phone calls.

14-5. Demonstration Mode Setting

14-6. Initial Settings

Configuring Source Selection and Beep Sound

Settings for source selection method and key beep sound.

Language and Feature Settings

Settings for display language and enabling/disabling features.

15-1. About the Bluetooth Module

Bluetooth Specifications and Profiles

Details on Bluetooth version, profiles, and compatibility.

Bluetooth Compatibility Notes

General notes regarding Bluetooth functionality and compatibility.

15-2. Registering a Bluetooth Device

Bluetooth Device Pairing Process

Steps to register a Bluetooth device using pairing.

iPod/iPhone Auto-Pairing

Information on automatic pairing for iPod touch and iPhone.

Troubleshooting Registration Issues

Guidance for when registration fails or SMS is received.

15-3. Selecting a Bluetooth Device

Device Selection and Connection

How to select and connect a registered Bluetooth device.

Troubleshooting Device Selection

Tips for when no device can be selected or connected.

15-4. Deleting a Registered Bluetooth Device

Deleting Paired Devices

How to remove a registered Bluetooth device and its associated data.

15-5. Bluetooth Device Registration Test

Testing Bluetooth Connectivity Features

How to test pairing, phone, audio, and phone book functions.

16-1. Receiving a Call

Answering and Rejecting Calls

How to answer or reject an incoming phone call.

Call Disconnection Conditions

Situations that may cause a call to disconnect.

16-2. Calling from the Phone Book

Calling Entries from Phone Book

Steps to select and call contacts from the phone book.

Phone Book Display Notes

Notes on phone book display and character search.

16-3. Dialing a Number

Manual Number Dialing

Procedure for dialing numbers manually.

Input Limitations

Information on the maximum number of digits that can be input.

16-4. Calling from Call Log

16-5. Speed Dialing (Preset Dial)

Using Speed Dial Numbers

How to recall and make calls using speed dial presets.

Registering Speed Dial Numbers

Procedure for registering numbers for speed dialing.

16-7. During a Call

Call Management Options

How to disconnect calls, switch to private mode, and adjust volume.

Private Mode Source Restoration

Notes on source behavior when switching to private mode.

16-9. Voice Control

17-1. Before Use (Bluetooth Audio)

17-2. Basic Operations (Bluetooth Audio)

Selecting Bluetooth Audio Source

How to select a Bluetooth audio source.

Bluetooth Audio Player Preparation

Notes and requirements for using the Bluetooth audio player.

17-3. Playback Mode (Bluetooth Audio)

18-1. Registering the PIN Code

PIN Code Entry and Notes

Procedure for entering and notes on the Bluetooth PIN code.

18-2. Downloading the Phone Book

Phone Book Download Procedure

Steps to download the phone book if not automatic.

Phone Book Registration Limits

Information on the maximum number of phone numbers and characters.

18-3. Deleting the Phone Book

Phone Book Deletion Options

Methods to delete phone book entries by name, number, or all.

18-4. Displaying Firmware Version

Checking Firmware Version and Updates

How to view firmware version and where to find update information.

18-5. Switching Between Connected Cell Phones

18-6. Bluetooth Detail Settings

19-1. Before Use (SiriusXM)

Radio ID and SiriusXM Activation

Steps to note Radio ID and activate SiriusXM service.

19-2. Listening to SiriusXM Satellite Radio

SiriusXM Source and Channel Selection

How to select SiriusXM source, channels, and seek modes.

Station Preset Memory and Smart Favorites

Procedures for saving, recalling stations, and using Smart Favorites.

19-3. Category and Channel Search

Enabling Channel Selection

Notes on when channel selection becomes available after category search.

19-5. Preset Tuning (SiriusXM)

19-6. Tune Start™

Tune Start Functionality Note

Information about the Tune Start feature for playing songs from the beginning.

19-7. Direct Access Tuning (SiriusXM)

Automatic Cancellation of Tuning

Information on automatic cancellation of direct access tuning.

19-8. iTunes Tagging (SiriusXM)

Using iTunes Tagging with SiriusXM

How to tag songs and use iTunes tagging with SiriusXM.

19-9. Parental Lock Setting

Parental Lock Configuration

How to set parental lock for channels, including pass code and mature content.

19-12. Parental Lock Pass Code Setting

Setting a New Parental Lock Pass Code

Procedure to set or change the parental lock pass code.

19-13. Setting Song and Artist Alerts

Registering and Managing Alerts

How to register content and manage alert settings.

Alert Occurrence and Handling

What happens when alerts occur and how to respond.

19-14. Song or Artist Setting

19-15. Editing a Song or Artist Item

19-16. Delete a Song or Artist Item

Deleting Registered Content Alerts

How to delete song, artist, or all content alert items.

19-17. SiriusXM Replay™

Replaying Broadcast Content

How to replay up to 60 minutes of current channel broadcast.

Replay Mode Operations

Controls for pause, search, fast forward/backward, and return in Replay mode.

19-18. Channel Skip Setting

19-19. Clearing the Channel Skip Setting

19-20. SiriusXM Tuner Setting

20-1. Registering a Remote Control ID

Remote Control ID Registration Process

Steps to register remote control IDs for optional accessories.

Remote Control Removal Notes

Notes on deleting registered remote control IDs.

21-1. Remote Control Preparation

Preparing the Remote Control Unit

Initial steps for using the remote, including battery insertion.

Battery Replacement Safety

Important safety precautions for handling and replacing the remote's battery.

21-2. Basic Remote Operation

General and Power Controls

Common remote functions and power on/off instructions.

Source and Audio Control

Remote functions for Tuner, HD Radio, CD/Audio, iPod, Pandora, Aha, iHeartRadio, SiriusXM.

Hands-Free Phone Control via Remote

Remote control functions for making and receiving calls.

22-1. Setting Errors

Troubleshooting Common Setting Conflicts

Resolution for issues like display, equalizer, Bass Boost, Sound Enhancements, Position control, Loudness, and DSP Set.

22-2. Operation and Wiring Errors

General Operation and Wiring Issues

Troubleshooting common problems with sound, power, display, and connectors.

22-3. Error Messages

CD and Media Playback Errors

Errors related to CD, file formats, copy protection, and USB device issues.

iPod, Phone, and Bluetooth Communication Errors

Errors related to iPod connection, phone calls, Bluetooth disconnection, and communication failures.

Device Registration and Service Errors

Errors related to Bluetooth device limits, pairing, voice tags, and service issues for Pandora/iHeartRADIO.

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