Kenwood KRC-235 User Manual

KRC-235
KRC-225
© B64-2101-00 (KW/KN)
CASSETTE RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AMPLI-TUNER-LECTEUR DE CASSETTE
MODE D’EMPLOI
RADIO CASETE
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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RADIO CASSETE
MANUAL DE INSTRUÇÕES

Kenwood KRC-235 Specifications

General

Brand	Kenwood
Model	KRC-235
Category	Car Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Safety Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Precautions to prevent injury, fire, and unit damage.

Disc Changer Connection Information

Information regarding disc changer compatibility and connection.

FCC Radio Frequency Warning

Warning about radio frequency energy and modifications.

Important Notes and Cleaning

Notes on installation, troubleshooting, cleaning the unit and terminals.

Cassette Tape Usage

Tape Head Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the tape head.

Cassette Tape Handling

Precautions for using cassette tapes, including tape condition and placement.

General Features Overview

Power Management

Instructions for turning the unit ON and OFF.

Source Selection

How to select the audio source (Tuner, Tape, Disc, Standby).

Volume and Sound Adjustments

Adjusting volume, using attenuator and loudness features.

Sound Coordinate (ec4) Settings

How to recall sound setting presets for different music types.

Audio Control Settings

How to adjust Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader.

Clock Display and Adjustment

How to switch and set the clock display.

Theft Deterrent Faceplate

How to remove and reattach the detachable faceplate.

Tuner Operation

Tuning Modes

How to choose between Auto seek and Manual tuning modes.

Station Tuning and Presets

Steps to select band, tune stations, and store presets.

Auto Memory Entry

How to automatically store stations with good reception.

Preset Tuning Recall

How to call up stored stations.

CRSC Functionality

How to activate CRSC to reduce multi-path noise.

Cassette Player Functions

Playing Cassette Tapes

Instructions for inserting, playing, and ejecting cassette tapes.

Tape Navigation

How to fast forward and rewind cassette tapes.

Tuner Call Feature

How to switch to radio during tape FF/REW.

External Disc Control

Playing External Discs

How to play discs from an external disc player.

Disc Navigation

How to fast forward and reverse tracks on a disc.

Track and Album Search

How to select a specific song or album/disc.

Repeat Playback Modes

How to set repeat play for tracks or albums.

Scanning Functions

How to play beginnings of tracks or discs to find desired content.

Random Playback

How to play songs in random order on a disc.

Magazine Random Play

How to play songs from all discs in random order.

Accessories and Installation

Accessory Safety and Handling

Safety precautions for using accessories during installation.

Installation Procedure

Wiring Connections

Main Wiring Harness

Detailed diagram and explanation of main wiring connections.

Disc Changer Connection

Specific connection note for the disc changer.

Antenna Input

Connection point for the FM/AM antenna.

Unit Installation

Mounting and Securing

How to mount and secure the unit, including specific steps for Japanese cars.

Faceplate Attachment

How to secure the faceplate to the main unit.

Removing Hard Rubber Frame

Steps to remove the hard rubber frame during installation.

Removing the Main Unit

Steps to remove the main unit from the car.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

General Troubleshooting

General troubleshooting tips for power, buttons, sources, and faceplate.

Sound and Volume Problems

Troubleshooting steps for no sound, low volume, or distorted sound.

Loudness and Tone Issues

Troubleshooting for loudness not working correctly.

Touch Sensor Tone

Troubleshooting for the touch sensor tone not outputting.

Tuner Reception Problems

Troubleshooting poor radio reception.

Disc Source Issues

Troubleshooting external disc mode and changer compatibility.

Disc Playback Errors

Troubleshooting discs not playing, tracks not playing, or CD-R/CD-RW issues.

Playback Function Errors

Troubleshooting functions like repeat or random play starting unexpectedly.

Track Search Limitations

Troubleshooting limitations of track search.

System Error Messages

Explanations of system error messages (E-01, E-02, E-04, etc.).

Temperature-Related Errors (E-0d)

Explanation of E-0d error code related to temperature.

Tape Player Error (LOAd)

Explanation of LOAd blinking message for tape player issues.

Technical Specifications

FM Tuner Specifications

Technical specifications for the FM tuner.

AM Tuner Specifications

Technical specifications for the AM tuner.

Cassette Player Specifications

Technical specifications for the cassette player.

Audio Output Specifications

Technical specifications for the audio output.

General Specifications

General technical specifications like voltage, consumption, and size.