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Kenwood KDC-BT948HD - User Manual

Kenwood KDC-BT948HD
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11FLIP_IM330_Ref_K_en_00 © 2010 Kenwood Corporation All Rights Reserved.
KDC-X995
KDC-BT948HD
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Table of Contents

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Summary

Before Use

Safety and Operational Notes

Important safety, operational notes, and warnings to prevent hazards and ensure proper use.

Unit Layout and Controls

General Operation

Menu List Operation

Explains the basic procedure for navigating and operating the unit's menu system.

iPod;iPhone Operation

Basic iPod Playback

Guides on connecting, playing, selecting songs, and removing an iPod or iPhone from the unit.

Browsing iPod Content

Details how to search for music by category like artist, album, genre, and composer.

iPod;iPhone Search Modes

Direct Search

Explains how to search for songs by specifying search items (artist, album) and characters.

Related Search

Describes searching for music by artist or genre related to the currently playing song.

Alphabet Search

Guides on selecting songs by alphabetizing search items like artist or album names.

iPod;iPhone Playlist Management

Skip Search

How to quickly skip through items in search results based on a defined ratio.

My Playlist Operations

Details how to register, play, and delete favorite songs in the unit's playlist.

Pandora Operation

Listening to Pandora

Instructions for connecting, playing, and controlling Pandora music playback.

Station Search and Bookmarking

Guides on searching for Pandora stations and registering favorite songs or artists.

Pandora Operation

Station Management

Explains how to register new stations and delete existing ones from the Pandora station list.

USB Device Operation

Basic USB Playback

Guides on connecting, playing, and selecting audio files from a USB device.

File Search

Details how to search for specific audio files on the connected USB device.

USB Device Operation

USB Settings

Explains various settings related to USB device operation, including skip search.

USB Play Modes

Describes different playback modes like file scan, random, and repeat for USB audio files.

USB Device Operation

Skip Search

How to quickly skip through items in search results based on a defined ratio.

Direct Music Search

Instructions for searching music using the remote control by entering track numbers.

Music CD;Audio File Operation

Basic CD;Audio File Operations

Guides on basic operations for playing music CDs and audio files, including disc handling.

Music Search

Details how to search for music tracks on the currently playing disc or audio file source.

Music CD;Audio File Operation

Play Modes for Music

Explains various playback modes like file scan, random, and repeat for music CDs and audio files.

HD Radio Tuner Operation

Basic HD Radio Reception

Guides on selecting the HD Radio source and tuning into FM or AM broadcast bands.

Station Preset Memory

Explains how to store favorite radio stations into memory presets for quick recall.

Auto Memory Entry

Describes how the unit automatically stores stations with good reception into presets.

HD Radio Tuner Operation

Preset Tuning

How to recall previously stored radio stations using preset memory.

HD Radio Settings

Explains various settings for HD Radio reception, including seek mode and receive mode.

Direct Access Tuning

Instructions for tuning directly to a desired radio station by entering its frequency.

HD Radio Tuner Operation

iTunes Tagging

How to tag songs heard on HD Radio for later purchase via iTunes.

Hands-Free Phoning Operation

Getting Started with Bluetooth Phoning

Guides on initial setup, pairing a cell-phone, and establishing a Bluetooth connection for hands-free calls.

Call Handling

Explains how to answer, reject, disconnect calls, and switch between private and hands-free modes.

Call Waiting Management

Details how to manage incoming calls while already on a call, including answering or rejecting.

Hands-Free Phoning Operation

Making Calls

Guides on making calls using various methods like preset dialing, phonebook, or direct number entry.

Speed Dialing

Instructions for using speed dial numbers to make calls quickly.

Hands-Free Phoning Operation

Calling from Phone Book

How to search and call numbers from the phone's contact list via the unit.

Dialing a Number Directly

Instructions for manually entering a phone number to make a call.

Hands-Free Phoning Operation

Voice Dialing

How to use voice commands to make calls by registering names or categories.

Preset Dial Number List Registration

Details how to register phone numbers to speed dial slots for quick access.

Display Settings

Switching Display Modes

Explains how to switch between different display modes like 5-line, 3-line, and iPod-like.

Display Configuration

Guides on accessing and adjusting display and illumination settings.

Display Settings

Customizing Display Modes

How to customize the 5-line, 3-line, and iPod-like display modes with various text options.

Text Display Options

Details the text information that can be displayed for different sources and display modes.

Display Settings

Clock Display Mode Customization

Guides on customizing the clock display mode, including single and dual clock settings.

Illumination Color Selection

Details how to select and customize the panel illumination color, including creating custom colors.

Display Settings

Auxiliary Input Display Setting

Explains how to set the display name when switching to the auxiliary input source.

Clock and Other Functions

Clock & Date Display Type

Sets the display format for the clock and calendar, including date synchronization.

Clock Adjustment

Step-by-step guide to adjust the unit's internal clock hours and minutes.

Clock and Other Functions

Date Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the unit's date settings (month, day, year).

Dual Clock City Setting

Allows selection of cities for dual clock display, useful for different time zones.

Clock and Other Functions

Initial Settings

Configure initial settings like tuner preset type, source selection method, beep sounds, and language.

Demonstration Mode

Instructions for enabling or disabling the unit's demonstration mode.

Theft Deterrent Faceplate

Faceplate Removal and Reattachment

Detailed steps for safely removing and reattaching the detachable faceplate to prevent theft.

Audio Adjustments

Audio Control Overview

Introduces various audio adjustment settings including subwoofer, DSP, equalizer, and balance.

Tone Controls

Adjusts tone settings like Bass Boost, Highway Sound, Supreme+, and Position for optimized sound.

Dual Zone System Settings

Configures the Dual Zone System for independent front and rear audio output control.

Audio Adjustments

Preset Equalizer Curves

Selects from various pre-defined equalizer curve types to adjust sound quality.

Manual Equalizer Control

Allows fine-tuning of equalizer bands (gain, Q) for personalized sound settings.

Audio Adjustments

Listening Position Selection

Compensates sound environment by selecting listening position for optimal audio staging.

Listening Position Fine Adjustments

Provides fine-tuning for speaker positions, adjusting delay times for precise sound staging.

Dual Zone System Details

Details specific settings for the Dual Zone System, including rear volume and source destination.

DSP Setup

Speaker Setting

Configures speaker size and location settings to automatically optimize crossover frequencies.

Car Type Selection

Compensates sound delay based on vehicle type and interior acoustics for better sound staging.

DSP Setup

Car Type Fine Adjustments

Allows fine-tuning of speaker position compensation values based on precise distance measurements.

DSP Setup

XOver Setting

Adjusts crossover frequencies (high-pass, low-pass filters) and slopes for speakers.

Audio Preset Memory

Saves and recalls custom sound control settings, including equalizer and DSP configurations.

DSP Setup

Audio Preset Recall

Recalls previously saved audio configurations to apply them to the current source.

Bluetooth Setup

Easy Pairing Function

Guides through the process of easily pairing a Bluetooth-enabled cell-phone with the unit.

Managing Registered Phones

Instructions for deleting previously registered Bluetooth devices from the unit.

Bluetooth Settings Menu

Accesses various Bluetooth settings like mic gain, noise reduction, and auto answer.

Bluetooth Setup

Bluetooth Settings Menu

Explains settings for microphone gain, noise reduction, echo cancellation, and auto answer for calls.

Bluetooth Setup

Registering Bluetooth Devices

Step-by-step guide to register new Bluetooth devices, including special device pairing.

Special Bluetooth Device Registration

Method for registering special Bluetooth devices that may not pair using the standard method.

Bluetooth Setup

Registering PIN Code

Instructions for setting or changing the PIN code required for Bluetooth device registration.

Selecting Bluetooth Device to Connect

Guides on selecting which registered Bluetooth device to connect when multiple devices are paired.

Bluetooth Setup

Downloading Phone Book Data

Instructions for downloading cell-phone contact information to the unit for hands-free dialing.

Adding Voice Dialing Commands

How to record voice tags for phone book entries to enable voice dialing.

Bluetooth Setup

Voice Dialing Commands

Guides on registering, checking, and deleting voice tags for phone book entries.

Voice Commands for Categories

How to set voice tags for phone number categories (e.g., Home, Office) for voice dialing.

SMS (Short Message Service)

Downloading SMS Messages

Instructions for downloading text messages from a paired cell-phone to the unit.

Displaying SMS Messages

How to view downloaded text messages, including selecting and reading message content.

Satellite Radio Tuner Control (Optional)

Basic Satellite Radio Operation

Guides on selecting the satellite radio source, channels, and preset bands.

Satellite Radio Settings

Explains settings for satellite radio tuning modes, ESN display, and preset memory.

Category and Channel Search

How to search for channels based on category and channel number.

Satellite Radio Tuner Control (Optional)

Preset Memory for Satellite Radio

Details how to store satellite radio channels into memory presets.

Preset Tuning for Satellite Radio

How to recall stored satellite radio channels from memory presets.

Channel Scan

Explains how to perform a channel scan to find receivable satellite radio channels.

Direct Access Tuning (Satellite)

Instructions for tuning directly to a satellite radio channel using the remote control.

Basic Operations of Remote Control

General Remote Functions

Describes the general functions of the remote control, including volume, source, and navigation.

Source-Specific Remote Functions

Details remote control functions specific to HD Radio, USB/CD, iPod, Pandora, and Satellite Radio sources.

Basic Operations of Remote Control

Hands-Free Phone Remote Control

Explains how to use the remote control for making, receiving, and managing phone calls.

Remote Control Preparation

Guides on preparing the remote control, including battery installation and initial setup.

Appendix

Audio File Compatibility

Lists compatible audio file formats, disc media, and USB device file systems.

iPod;iPhone Compatibility

Details which iPod and iPhone models are compatible with the unit and connection requirements.

Appendix

Pandora Internet Radio Requirements

Outlines requirements for using Pandora, including iPhone/iPod compatibility and internet connection.

USB Device Information

Provides important information regarding USB device connection, charging, and compatibility.

Cell-Phone Bluetooth Specifications

Lists the Bluetooth specifications and profiles supported by the unit for cell-phone connectivity.

Appendix

Menu List Overview

Provides a comprehensive list of menu items and their corresponding page numbers for quick reference.

Appendix

City List for Time Zones

A list of cities and their time differences from GMT, useful for clock settings.

Installation and Wiring

Installation Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for installing the unit in a vehicle, including wiring and safety precautions.

Good Reception Tips

Advice on optimizing reception quality for radio and Bluetooth signals.

Connecting Wires to Terminals

Unit Installation and Removal

Unit Removal

Guides on how to safely detach and remove the main unit from the vehicle's dashboard.

Unit Installation and Removal

Microphone Unit Installation

Instructions for installing the external microphone unit for hands-free phone calls.

Troubleshooting Guide

General Issues

Addresses common operational issues like lack of beep sound or illumination behavior.

Tuner and Disc Source Problems

Solutions for tuner reception issues and problems with disc playback.

Audio File Source Issues

Troubleshooting steps for audio file playback issues like sound skipping or media errors.

Troubleshooting Guide

Hands-Free Phone Issues

Solutions for common hands-free phone problems like low volume, no sound, or voice recognition failure.

System Condition Messages

Explains system condition messages and error codes, guiding users on how to resolve them.

Troubleshooting Guide

Reception and Bluetooth Troubleshooting

Addresses issues with radio reception, Bluetooth connectivity, and voice tag recognition.

Pandora Operation Errors

Lists and explains potential error messages related to Pandora operation and station management.

Specifications

Tuner Specifications

Technical details for FM, AM, and Digital FM tuner sections, including frequency range and sensitivity.

Bluetooth Specifications

Lists Bluetooth version, frequency range, output power, and supported profiles.

USB and CD Player Specifications

Technical specifications for USB interface and CD player functions, including file decoding.

Specifications

Audio and Auxiliary Input Specifications

Technical details for audio output power, speaker impedance, and auxiliary input characteristics.

General Specifications

General specifications including operating voltage, current consumption, dimensions, and weight.

Kenwood KDC-BT948HD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenwood
ModelKDC-BT948HD
CategoryCar Receiver
LanguageEnglish

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