Kenwood DC-MP255U Instruction Manual Download Page 2

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CONTENTS

BEFORE USE

 Warning

  Do not operate any function that takes your attention away from safe driving.

 Caution

 

Volume setting:

•  Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car to prevent accident.
•  Lower the volume before playing digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of the 

output level.

 

General:

•  Avoid using the USB device or iPod/iPhone if it might hinder driving safety. 
•  Make sure all important data has been backed up. We shall bear no responsibility for any loss of recorded data.
•  Never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit, to prevent a short circuit.
•  If a disc error occurs due to condensation on the laser lens, eject the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.

 

Remote control (RC-406):

•  Do not leave the remote control in hot places such as on the dashboard.
•  The Lithium battery is in danger of explosion if replaced incorrectly. Replace it only with the same or equivalent 

type.

•  The battery pack or batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
•  Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use. Dispose of used batteries 

promptly. If swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

 

CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY

  This perchlorate WARNING applies only to the product sold or distributed in California USA “Perchlorate 

Material–special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

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BEFORE USE 

2

BASICS 

3

GETTING STARTED 

4

RADIO 

5

CD / USB / iPod 

6

AUX 

7

PANDORA®

(for 

KDC-X397

KDC-355U

KDC-255U

KDC-155U

KMR-355U

)

 

8

SiriusXM™

(for 

KDC-X397

/

 

KDC-355U

/

 

KMR-355U

)

 

8

AUDIO SETTINGS 

10

DISPLAY SETTINGS 

11

MORE INFORMATION 

11

TROUBLESHOOTING 

12

SPECIFICATIONS 

13

INSTALLATION / CONNECTION 

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How to read this manual

•  Operations explained mainly using buttons 

on the faceplate.

• 

[XX]

 indicates the selected items.

• 

(

«

 XX)

 indicates references are available on 

the stated page number.

Maintenance

Cleaning the unit:

 Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicon or soft cloth.

Cleaning the connector:

 Detach the faceplate and clean the connector with a 

cotton swab gently, being careful not to damage the connector.

Handling discs:

•  Do not touch the recording surface of the disc.
•  Do not stick tape etc. on the disc, or use a disc with tape stuck on it.
•  Do not use any accessories for the disc.
•  Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
•  Clean the disc with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Do not use any solvents.
•  When removing discs from this unit, pull them out horizontally.
•  Remove burrs from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc.

Connector (on the reverse 
side of the faceplate)

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Summary of Contents for DC-MP255U

Page 1: ...s whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product Model KDC X397 KDC 355U KDC 255U KDC 155U KDC MP255U KDC MP155U KMR 355U Serial number US Residents Only Register Online Register your Kenwood product at www Kenwoodusa com GET0847 001A KW K0 2012 JVC KENWOOD Corporation KDC X397 KDC 355U KDC 255U KDC 155U CD RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL AMPLI TUNER LECTEUR DE CD...

Page 2: ...y CALIFORNIA USA ONLY This perchlorate WARNING applies only to the product sold or distributed in California USA Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate 2 BEFORE USE 2 BASICS 3 GETTING STARTED 4 RADIO 5 CD USB iPod 6 AUX 7 PANDORA for KDC X397 KDC 355U KDC 255U KDC 155U KMR 355U 8 SiriusXM for KDC X397 KDC 355U KMR 355U 8 AUDIO SETTINGS 10 DIS...

Page 3: ...2 Press SCRL DISP repeatedly Press and hold to scroll the current display information not available 1 For KMR 355U The power will automatically turn off after 20 minutes when in standby mode Auto Power Off 2 For KDC MP255U KDC MP155U You can also select to turn off the display information by pressing SCRL DISP repeatedly Faceplate How to reset Attach Detach Remote control RC 406 not supplied for K...

Page 4: ...ake a selection see the table below then press the knob 5 Press and hold to exit To return to the previous hierarchy press Default XX PRESET TYPE NORMAL NORM Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band FM1 FM2 FM3 AM MIX Memorizes one station or SiriusXM channel for each preset button regardless of the selected band or SiriusXM channel KEY BEEP ON Activates the keypress tone OFF Deac...

Page 5: ...f NORMAL NORM is selected for PRESET TYPE 4 MONO SET ON Improves the FM reception but the stereo effect may be lost OFF Cancels For KDC MP255U KDC MP155U PTY SEARCH Selects the available Program Type see below then press 4 to start TI ON Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information OFF Cancels CLOCK TIME SYNC ON Synchronizes the unit s time to the Radio Broadcast Data System statio...

Page 6: ...PEAT FOLDER FOLD REPEAT REPEAT OFF iPod or KME Light KMC file FILE REPEAT REPEAT OFF 3 Random play Press 3 or repeatedly Audio CD DISC RANDOM RANDOM OFF MP3 WMA iPod or KME Light KMC file FOLDER FOLD RANDOM RANDOM OFF 3 Press and hold 3 or to select ALL RANDOM 2 3 2 Only for MP3 WMA files 3 Applicable only when MODE OFF is selected Start playback CD The source changes to CD and playback starts USB...

Page 7: ...KIP SEARCH then press the knob 4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection then press the knob 0 5 default 1 5 10 Sets the skip ratio when searching for a song Holding 4 skips songs at 10 regardless of the setting made 5 Press and hold to exit Muting upon the reception of a phone call Connect the MUTE wire to your telephone using a commercial telephone accessory 15 When a call comes in CALL appears...

Page 8: ... on the current song or artist Save a station Press and hold number button 3 4 or 5 to store To select a stored station press the same button 3 4 or 5 Search for a registered station 1 Press 2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection then press the knob or press 5 on RC 406 BY DATE According to the registered date A Z Alphabetical order 3 Turn the volume knob to the desired station then press the ...

Page 9: ... EDIT CH EDIT is temporary ignored SIGNAL LEVEL SIGNAL LVL NO SIGNAL WEAK GOOD STRONG Shows the strength of the current received signal BUFFER USAGE BUF USAGE 0 100 0 Shows the memory usage for Replay buffer Displayed only when MATURE CH is set to OFF If a locked channel or a mature channel MATURE CH is set to ON is selected a pass code input screen appears Enter the pass code to receive the chann...

Page 10: ...V1 LOUDNESS LV2 LOUD LV2 Selects your preferred low and high frequencies boost to produce a well balanced sound at a low volume level OFF Cancels BALANCE L15 to R15 0 Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance FADER R15 to F15 0 Adjusts the rear and front speaker output balance SUBWOOFER SET SUB W SET ON Turns on the subwoofer output OFF Cancels DETAILED SET DETAIL SET HPF For KDC X397 KDC ...

Page 11: ...l 1 2 Joliet Romeo Long file name Playable USB device file system FAT16 FAT32 Although the audio files are complied with the standards listed above playback maybe impossible depending on the types or conditions of media or device Unplayable discs Discs that are not round Discs with coloring on the recording surface or discs that are dirty Recordable ReWritable discs that have not been finalized 8 ...

Page 12: ...urn it on again Try to connect another USB device Symptom Remedy iPod ERROR appears Reconnect the iPod Reset the iPod Noise is generated Skip to another track or change the disc Tracks do not play back as you have intended them to play Playback order is determined when files are recorded READING keeps flashing Do not use too many hierarchical levels or folders Elapsed playing time is not correct T...

Page 13: ...P255U KDC MP155U KMR 355U 105 dB Dynamic Range 90 dB MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG 1 2 Audio Layer 3 WMA Decode Compliant with Windows Media Audio USB USB Standard USB 1 1 USB 2 0 Full speed Maximum Supply Current DC 5 V 1 A File System FAT16 32 MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG 1 2 Audio Layer 3 WMA Decode Compliant with Windows Media Audio Audio Maximum Output Power 50 W 4 Full Bandwidth Power 22 ...

Page 14: ...alled check whether the brake lamps blinkers wipers etc on the car are working properly If the fuse blows first make sure the wires are not touching car s chassis then replace the old fuse with one that has the same rating Basic procedure 1 Remove the key from the ignition switch then disconnect the terminal of the car battery 2 Connect the wires properly See Wiring connection 15 3 Install the uni...

Page 15: ...R 355U To Kenwood Wired Marine Remote Control unit optional accessory For the latest information on marine accessories please go to http www kenwoodusa com Car_Entertainment Marine Brown Mute control wire Blue Antenna control wire White Gray Green Purple White Black Gray Black Green Black Purple Black To the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation To connec...

Page 16: ...rade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media Inc used with permission Sirius XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc All rights reserved Android is trademark of Google Inc Información acerca de la eliminación de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos al final de la vida útil aplicable a los países que hayan adoptado sistemas independientes de reco...

Page 17: ...omer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Any and al implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and Illness foraparticular purpose shall be limited duration tothe lengthofthis warran1y EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES KENWOOD s liabili1y for any defective product is limited to the repair or replacement of saidproduct at our potion and shall not include damages of anykind whether iocideotal...

Page 18: ...iodic check ups which do not disclose any defects covered bythiswarranty GARANTIE KENWOOD KENWOO DE LECTRONICS CANADA INC ci apres appetee KENWOOD donnepar ecritIagaranliesuivanleal acheleur original de chaque nouveau produil Kenwooddistribue au CanadaparKENWO ODetacheteaunconcessionnaireautorise par KENWOOD KENWOODgarantit sousreservedestermesetdesconditions enoncesci dessous que chaque nou veaup...

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