Kenwood KDC-X599 User Manual

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.
For your records
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-X599/ KDC-BT562U/ KMR-D562BT
Serial number
US Residents Only
Register Online
Register your Kenwood product at www.Kenwoodusa.com
B5A-0150-00 (KW)© 2014 JVC KENWOOD Corporation
KDC-X599
KDC-BT562U
KMR-D562BT
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD
MODE D’EMPLOI
REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
JS_KWD_KDC_X599_KW_C00_02.indd 1 15/7/2014 5:12:25 PM

Kenwood KDC-X599 Specifications

General

Brand	Kenwood
Model	KDC-X599
Category	Car Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Before Use

Basics

Getting Started

Radio

Search for a Station

Instructions for finding radio stations using manual and auto scan methods.

Other Settings

Configuration options for radio tuning, memory, mono, and traffic information.

CD / USB / iPod / ANDROID

Start Playback

How to begin playing music from CD, USB, iPod, or Android devices.

Pandora®

Create and Save a New Station

Guide to creating and storing custom radio stations within the Pandora application.

Search for a Registered Station

How to find pre-existing stations in your Pandora account.

iHeartRadio®

Search for a Station

Guide to finding stations on iHeartRadio by category or city.

SiriusXM® Radio

Start Listening

Instructions for initiating SiriusXM satellite radio playback.

AUX

Connect a Portable Audio Player

How to connect an external audio device via the auxiliary input.

BLUETOOTH®

Connect the Microphone

Instructions for connecting and positioning the external microphone.

Pair a Bluetooth Device

Step-by-step guide for establishing a Bluetooth connection with a device.

BLUETOOTH® - Mobile Phone

Managing mobile phone functions like calls and voice quality settings via Bluetooth.

Making Calls

Procedures for initiating calls via call history, phonebook, or direct dialing.

Number Dial and Voice Control

Manual dialing and using voice commands for calling and controlling phone functions.

Audio Playback via Bluetooth

Controlling audio content from a Bluetooth-connected device.

Internet Radio via Bluetooth

Streaming internet radio services like Pandora and iHeartRadio via Bluetooth.

Audio Settings

EQ PRO

Advanced equalizer settings for sound customization, including bass, mid, and treble adjustments.

PRESET EQ

Selecting pre-defined equalizer settings for different music genres.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Installation / Connection

Installing the Unit (In-Dash Mounting)

Step-by-step guide for installing the unit into a dashboard.

When Installing Without the Mounting Sleeve

Alternative installation method without using the standard mounting sleeve.

How to Remove the Unit

Procedure for safely detaching the unit from its mounting.

Wiring Connection

Detailed diagram and instructions for connecting the unit's wiring harness.