Kenwood KDC-MP145 User Manual

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KDC-MP145
KDC-MP145CR
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD
MODE D'EMPLOI
REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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Take the time to read through this instruction manual.
Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain
the best
performance from your new CD-receiver.
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Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the
warranty
card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers
whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.
Model KDC-MP245/ KDC-MP145/ KDC-MP145CR Serial number _
US Residents Only
© 864-4590-00/00 (KW/KO)

Kenwood KDC-MP145 Specifications

General

Power Output	50W x 4
RMS Power Output	22W x 4
CD Playback	Yes
MP3 Playback	Yes
WMA Playback	Yes
USB Input	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Bluetooth	No
RDS	Yes
Display Type	LCD
Radio Tuner	AM/FM
Detachable Faceplate	Yes
Remote Control	Yes
Channels	4

Summary

Before Use

Safety Precautions

Essential warnings to prevent injury, fire, or damage during operation.

Initial Setup and Reset Procedures

Instructions for first-time use and how to reset the unit to factory settings.

Basic Operations

Common Operation

Power and Source Selection

Turn the unit on/off and switch between audio sources.

Volume Control

Adjust the audio playback volume.

Auxiliary Input Connection

General Unit Functions

Removing and Reattaching the Faceplate

Procedure for detaching and securing the detachable front panel.

Function Settings

Accessing and Navigating Settings

Audio Control Settings

Fine-tune audio settings like bass, treble, EQ, subwoofer, and volume offset.

Remote Control Operations

Remote Control Button Functions

Remote Control Safety Cautions

Important warnings regarding battery handling and unit placement.

Appendix and Compliance Information

Laser Safety Precautions

Important warnings related to laser product safety.

Installation and Wiring

Step-by-Step Installation Procedure

Instructions for safely installing the unit in a vehicle.

Important Installation Warnings

Crucial safety advice and precautions for installation.

Connecting Wires to Terminals

Wiring Diagram Overview

Visual guide to connecting speaker wires and power supply.

Power and Control Wire Connections

Details on connecting power control, mute control, and ignition wires.

Unit Installation and Removal

Removing the Unit from Dash

Installation Safety Cautions

Warnings about hot surfaces and potential injury during installation.

Troubleshooting Guide

Function Disabled by Settings

Resolving issues where functions are unavailable due to settings.

General Operation Issues

Tuner and Disc Playback Issues

Resolving poor radio reception and disc playback problems.

Audio File Playback Issues

System Condition Messages

CD Error Messages

Interpreting and resolving TOC, ERROR 05, ERROR 99, and IN (Blink) messages.

Protection and File Error Messages