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Kenwood KDC-X998 - User Manual

Kenwood KDC-X998
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IM381_Ref_K_en_00© 2013 JVC KENWOOD Corporation
KDC-X998
KDC-BT958HD
KDC-X898
KDC-BT858U
CD-RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION 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.
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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-X998
/ KDC-BT958HD/ KDC-X898/ KDC-BT858U Serial number
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Table of Contents

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Summary

Before Use

Safety Precaution

Precautions to prevent injuries or fire.

Basic Operations

Audio Adjustments

Audio Preset

Allows registration of custom audio settings for recall.

Audio Preset Recall

Recalls previously saved custom audio settings.

DSP Settings

Audio Control

Configures DSP settings like sound elevation, volume offset, and audio presets.

Manual Equalizer Control

Allows manual adjustment of equalizer bands and factors.

Car Type Selection

Optimizes sound delay based on vehicle type.

Speaker Setting

Configures speaker size and location for optimal sound.

X’Over Setting

Adjusts crossover frequencies and slopes for different speakers.

Listening Position Setting

Adjusts sound localization based on seating position.

Delay Time Control

Fine-tunes speaker position compensation with delay time.

Channel Level Fine Adjustments

Adjusts individual speaker volume after DTA compensation.

Resetting of DTA Settings

Resets DTA-compensated values to factory settings.

DSP Preset

Registers current DSP control item settings.

DSP Preset Recall

Recalls previously registered DSP settings.

Listen to the iPod

Pandora

Listening to Pandora

Instructions for connecting and listening to Pandora via Bluetooth or USB.

Aha Radio

Listening to the Aha Radio

Instructions for connecting and listening to Aha Radio via Bluetooth or USB.

iHeartRadio

Listening to the iHeartRadio

Instructions for connecting and listening to iHeartRadio via Bluetooth or USB.

Station Search

Guides on searching for and selecting iHeartRadio stations.

Listen to the CD; Audio File

Playing Music

Instructions for playing CDs and USB audio files.

Music Search

Details on searching for music from CD or USB devices.

Listen to the Tuner

Listening to the Radio

Steps to select tuner source, band, and station.

Tuner Setting

Configures tuner settings like seek mode and auto memory.

Listen to the HD Radio Tuner

Listening to the HD Radio Tuner

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

Station Preset Memory

Stores and recalls HD Radio stations in memory.

Auto Memory

Automatically stores HD Radio stations with good reception.

Recall Preset Station

Recalls previously stored HD Radio stations.

HD Radio Tuner Setting

Configures HD Radio tuner settings like IF Band and Seek Mode.

Display Settings

Selecting a Display Type

Customizes the main display type and information shown.

Information Display Setting

Sets side and graphic parts of the display.

Illumination Color Selection

Selects the panel illumination color.

Adjusting the Illumination Color

Fine-tunes RGB values for custom illumination colors.

Selecting a Text Display

Chooses the text information to display for various sources.

Display & Illumination Setting

Configures display brightness, effect, contrast, and text scrolling.

General Settings

Registering a Bluetooth

Registering a Bluetooth Device

Guides on pairing and registering Bluetooth devices.

Hands-Free Phoning

Receiving a Call

Instructions on answering or rejecting incoming calls.

Bluetooth Audio

Basic Operations

Controls for selecting audio source, playing, and browsing music.

Bluetooth Settings

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

Direct Access Tuning

Tunes to SiriusXM channels directly by number.

Basic Operation of Remote Control

Basic Operation

Explains general controls and operations using the remote.

Troubleshooting Guide

Kenwood KDC-X998 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BluetoothYes
Preamp Outputs3 (front, rear, subwoofer)
Subwoofer Preamp OutputYes
CD Signal-to-Noise105dB
iPod CompatibilityYes
Steering Wheel Control CompatibleYes
CD PlayerYes
MP3 PlaybackYes
WMA PlaybackYes
AAC PlaybackYes
Remote ControlYes
MOSFET Power SupplyYes
Tuner TypeAM/FM
USB PortYes
Compatible FormatsMP3, WMA, AAC
RMS Power Output22W x 4
Display ColorVariable
AUX InputYes
Equalizer13-Band Graphic EQ
EQ Settings13-Band Graphic EQ

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