kenwood car audio kdc-7024_m7024_instruction_manual.pdf

KDC-M7024KDC-7024

B64-2468-00/01 (EV/E2V)

CD-RECEIVERINSTRUCTION MANUAL

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

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Safety precautions.............................3About GSM Hands Free Unit.............5Notes on playing MP3 .......................6Notes on Multi-function

Key System.....................................8About CDs..........................................9General features ..............................10

PowerSelecting the SourceVolumeAttenuatorSystem QAudio ControlSpeaker SettingDisplay Mode SwitchingText Display SwitchingExternal Display SwitchingAuxiliary Input Display SettingNon-fading OutputPanel Position SettingTheft Deterrent PanelHiding the Control PanelTEL MuteDual Zone System

Tuner features..................................20TuningStation Preset MemoryAuto Memory EntryPreset Tuning

RDS features....................................22Traffic InformationRadio Text ScrollPTY (Program Type)

Program Type presetChanging Language for PTY Function

CD/MP3/External disc controlfeatures.........................................25Playing CD & MP3Playing External DiscFast Forwarding and ReversingTrack/File SearchDisc/ Folder Search Track/File/Disc/Folder RepeatScan PlayRandom PlayMagazine Random Play Folder Select Disc Naming (DNPS)Text/Title Scroll

GSM Hands Free Unit controlfeatures.........................................31Receiving a callPhone Book SearchDirect Dial SMS (Short Message Service) ModePhone Book/ Message (SMS) data synchronize

Menu system....................................34Menu SystemSecurity CodePhone voice speaker setting Microphone sensitivity adjust Auto Response time AdjustTouch Sensor ToneManual Clock AdjustmentSynchronize ClockDSI (Disabled System Indicator)Selectable Illumination

Contrast AdjustmentDimmerOFF Wait Time SettingEject angle settingSystem Q SettingSwitching preout Built-in Amp Mute Setting B.M.S. (Bass Management System)B.M.S. Frequency OffsetNews Bulletin with Timeout SettingLocal Seek Tuning Mode Auto Memory Entry AF (Alternative Frequency)Restricting RDS Region Auto TP SeekMonaural Reception Text Scroll Power OFF TimerCD Read Setting

Accessories......................................42Installation Procedure .....................42Connecting Wires to Terminals .......43Installtion .........................................44Removing the Unit...........................45Locking the Backpanel to the unit .46Troubleshooting Guide ....................47Specifications ..................................51

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To prevent injury and/or fire, take thefollowing precautions: Insert the unit all the way until it is fully

locked in place. Otherwise it may fly out ofplace during collisions and other jolts.

When extending the ignition, battery, orground wires, make sure to use automotive-grade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm2(AWG18) or more to prevent wiredeterioration and damage to the wirecoating.

To prevent short circuits, never put or leaveany metallic objects (e.g., coins or metaltools) inside the unit.

If the unit starts to emit smoke or strangesmells, turn off the power immediately andconsult your Kenwood dealer.

Make sure not to get your fingers caughtbetween the faceplate and the unit.

Be careful not to drop the unit or subject it tostrong shock.The unit may break or crack because itcontains glass parts.

Do not touch the liquid crystal fluid if theLCD is damaged or broken due to shock. Theliquid crystal fluid may be dangerous to yourhealth or even fatal.If the liquid crystal fluid from the LCDcontacts your body or clothing, wash it offwith soap immediately.

2WARNINGTo prevent damage to the machine,take the following precautions: Make sure to ground the unit to a negative

12V DC power supply. Do not open the top or bottom covers of the

unit. Do not install the unit in a spot exposed to

direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity.Also avoid places with too much dust or thepossibility of water splashing.

Do not subject the faceplate to excessiveshock, as it is a piece of precisionequipment.

When replacing a fuse, only use a new onewith the prescribed rating. Using a fuse withthe wrong rating may cause your unit tomalfunction.

To prevent short circuits when replacing afuse, first disconnect the wiring harness.

Do not place any object between thefaceplate and the unit.

During installation, do not use any screwsexcept for the ones provided. The use ofimproper screws might result in damage tothe main unit.

Do not apply excessive force to the movingfaceplate. Doing so will cause damage ormalfunction.

Do not apply excessive force to the openfaceplate or place objects on it. Doing so willcause damage or breakdown.

2CAUTION IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAbout CD players/disc changersconnected to this unitKENWOOD disc changers/ CD playersreleased in 1998 or later can be connected tothis unit.Refer to the catalog or consult your Kenwooddealer for connectable models of discchangers/ CD players.Note that any KENWOOD disc changers/ CDplayers released in 1997 or earlier and discchangers made by other makers cannot beconnected to this unit.Unsupported connection may result indamage.Setting the "O-N" Switch to the "N" position forthe applicable KENWOOD disc changers/ CDplayers.The functions that can be used and theinformation that can be displayed will differdepending on the models being connected.

You can damage both your unit and the CDchanger if you connect them incorrectly.

Do Not Load 3-in. CDs in the CD slotIf you try to load a 3 in. CD with its adapterinto the unit, the adapter might separate fromthe CD and damage the unit.

Safety precautions

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If you experience problems duringinstallation, consult your Kenwood dealer.

If the unit fails to operate properly, press theReset button. The unit returns to factorysettings when the Reset button is pressed.If the unit still fails to operate properly afterthe Reset button has been pressed, contactyour local KENWOOD dealer for assistance.

Press the reset button if the Disc autochanger fails to operate correctly. Normaloperation should be restored.

Characters in the LCD may become difficultto read in temperatures below 41 F (5 C).

NOTE The illustrations of the display and the panelappearing in this manual are examples usedto explain more clearly how the controls areused. Therefore, what appears on the displayin the illustrations may differ from whatappears on the display on the actualequipment, and some of the illustrations onthe display may represent somethingimpossible in actual operation.

Lens FoggingRight after you turn on the car heater in coldweather, dew or condensation may form onthe lens in the CD player of the unit. Calledlens fogging, CDs may be impossible to play.In such a situation, remove the disc and waitfor the condensation to evaporate. If the unitstill does not operate normally after a while,consult your Kenwood dealer.

Safety precautionsCleaning the Faceplate TerminalsIf the terminals on the unit or faceplate getdirty, wipe them with a dry, soft cloth.

Cleaning the UnitIf the faceplate of this unit is stained, wipe itwith a dry soft cloth such as a silicon cloth.If the faceplate is stained badly, wipe the stainoff with a cloth moistened with neutralcleaner, then wipe neutral detergent off.

Applying spray cleaner directly to the unit mayaffect its mechanical parts. Wiping thefaceplate with a hard cloth or using a volatileliquid such as thinner or alcohol may scratchthe surface or erases characters.

Cleaning the CD SlotAs dust can accumulate in the CD slot, clean itoccasionally. Your CDs can get scratched ifyou put them in a dusty CD slot.

We strongly recommend the use of the (page 34) to prevent theft.

NAME.S NF

RTN NEXT

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About GSM Hands Free UnitThe marking of products using lasers(Except for some areas)

The label is attached to the chassis/case andsays that the component uses laser beamsthat have been classified as Class 1. It meansthat the unit is utilizing laser beams that are ofa weaker class. There is no danger ofhazardous radiation outside the unit.

CLASS 1LASER PRODUCT

Refer to the GSM Hands Free Unit controlfeatures of this manual for the operationmethod of GSM Hands Free Unit KCA-HF521(optional accessory) when connected.

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hNotes on playing MP3 (KDC-M7024)This unit can play MP3(MPEG1, 2, 2.5 Audio Layer 3). Note,however, that the MP3 recording media and formats acceptableare limited. When writing MP3, pay attention to the followingrestrictions.

Acceptable mediaThe MP3 recording media acceptable to this unit are CD-ROM, CD-R,and CD-RW.When using CD-RW, do full format not quick format to preventmalfunction.

Acceptable medium formatsThe following formats are available for the media used in this unit. Themaximum number of characters used for file name including thedelimiter (".") and three-character extension are indicated inparentheses. ISO 9660 Level 1 (12 characters) ISO 9660 Level 2 (31 characters) Joliet (64 characters) Romeo (128 characters)Up to 200 characters can be displayed in the long file name format.For a list of available characters, see the instruction manual of thewriting software and the section Entering file and folder names below.The media reproducible on this unit has the following limitations: Maximum number of directory levels: 8 Maximum number of files per folder: 255 Maximum number of characters for folder name: 64 Maximum number of folders: 50 MP3 written in the formats other than the above may not besuccessfully played and their file names or folder names are notproperly displayed.

Settings for your MP3 encoder and CD writerDo the following setting when compressing audio data in MP3 datawith the MP3 encoder. Transfer bit rate: 8 320 kbps Sampling frequency:

8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz

When you use your CD writer to record MP3 up to the maximum disccapacity, disable additional writing. For recording on an empty disc upto the maximum capacity at once, check Disc at Once.

Entering ID3 tagThe Displayable ID3 tag is ID3version 1.x.For the character code, refer to theList of Codes.

Entering file and folder namesThe code list characters are the onlyfile names and folder names that canbe entered and displayed.If you use any other character forentry, the file and folder names arenot displayed correctly. They mayneither be displayed correctly depending on the CD writer used.The unit recognizes and plays only those MP3 which have the MP3extension (.MP3).

A file with a name entered with characters not on the code list may notplay correctly.

Writing files into a mediumWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the unit checks all thedata on the medium. If the medium contains a lot of folders or non-MP3 files, therefore, it takes a long time until the unit starts playingMP3.In addition, it may take time for the unit to move to the next MP3 file ora File Search or Folder Search may not be performed smoothly.

Loading such a medium may produce loud noise to damage the speakers. Do no attempt to play a medium containing a non-MP3 file with the

MP3 extension.The unit mistakes non-MP3 files for MP3 data as long as they havethe MP3 extension.

Do not attempt to play a medium containing non MP3.

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MP3 playing orderWhen selected for play, Folder Search, File Search, or for FolderSelect, files and folders are accessed in the order in which they werewritten by the CD writer. Because of this, the order in which they are expected to be playedmay not match the order in which they are actually played. You may beable to set the order in which MP3 are to be played by writing themonto a medium such as a CD-R with their file names beginning withplay sequence numbers such as "01" to "99", depending on your CDwriter.For example, a medium with the following folder/ file hierarchy issubject to Folder Search, File Search, or Folder Select as shown below.

When a File Search is executed with file $ being played ...

When a Folder Search is executed with file $ being played ...

When Folder Select is selected with file $ being played to movefrom folder to folder ...

4 Button Button AM Button FM Button

Operation of the buttonCurrentfolder number

AM Button FM Button

Operation of the buttonCurrentfolder number

Current file number

4 Button Button

Operation of the button

Beginning of file

Folder

Example of a medium's folder/file hierarchy

Level 2 Level 4Level 1 Level 3

File

Root

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hNotes on Multi-function Key SystemMulti-function Key System serves to control various functionswith the [2] [5] buttons.The basic operation of the Multi-function Key System is describedbelow.

What's the Multi-function Key System?This unit is equipped with the Multi-function Key System that enablesthe operation of multiple functions with one button.For example, you can enter the Display Control Mode or turn ON/OFFthe Random Play by pressing the [3] button during CD play.

Setting each functionThe function display will show the controllable function of the [2] [5]button above the button.Pressing the [2] [5] button below the desired function enables thesetting of the function.

Displaying the desired functionIf five or more functions are available to be set with the [2] [5]button, they are divided into multiple function groups (referred to assections in this manual) for registration.Press the [NEXT] button to switch the sections.If the display of the desired function is not shown, press the [NEXT]button 1 to 3 times to switch the sections until the wanted functiondisplay is shown.Example: Function display of CD & External disc source

"MRDM","H-F" or "SYNC" are displayed when an optional accessory isconnected.

Real operational example of the Multi-function KeySystem Example: Turning ON/OFF the Random Play during CD play.1. Show the function display of the Random Play.

If "RDM" is not shown in the display, press the [NEXT] button toswitch the sections until the "RDM" function display is shown abovethe [3] button.

2. Turn ON/OFF the Random Play.Press the [3] button.Each time the [3] button under the "RDM" function display ispressed the Random Play is turned ON/OFF.

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About CDsHandling CDs Dont touch the recording surface of the CD.

CD-R and CD-RW are easier to damage thana normal music CD. Use a CD-R or a CD-RWafter reading the caution items on thepackage etc.

Dont stick tape etc. on the CD.Also, dont use a CD with tape stuck on it.

When using a new CDIf the CD center hole or outside rim has burrs,use it after removing them with a ball pen etc.

CD accessoriesDont use disc type accessories.

CD cleaningClean from the center of the disc and moveoutward.

Removing CDsWhen removing CDs from this unit pull themout horizontally.

CDs that cant be used CDs that arent round cant be used.

CDs with coloring on the recording surfaceor that are dirty cant be used.

This unit can only play the CDs with

. It may not correctly play disks which do nothave the mark.

A CD-R or CD-RW that hasnt been finalizedcant be played. (For the finalization processrefer to your CD-R/CD-RW writing software,and your CD-R/CD-RW recorder instructionmanual.)

CD storage Dont place them in direct sunlight (On the

seat or dashboard etc.) and where thetemperature is high.

Store CDs in their cases.

Burrs

Burrs

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Press the [SRC] button.Source required DisplayTuner "TUNER"CD "CD"External disc (Optional accessory) "DISC CH"/"CD2"Auxiliary input (Optional accessory) "AUX1"Standby (Illumination only mode) "ALL OFF"

This unit automatically turns full power OFF after 20 minutes lapsesin Standby mode in order to save the vehicles battery.The time until full power OFF can be set in (page 41).

Selecting the Source

Turning ON the PowerTurn the vehicle ignition ON.The panel appears.

Turing OFF the PowerTurn the vehicle ignition OFF.The panel hides.

Do not apply force to the panel during operation. It can causedamage.

When the power is ON, the (page 34) is displayedas "CODE ON" or "CODE OFF".

Power

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You can recall the best sound setting preset for different types ofmusic.

1 Select the source to setPress the [SRC] button.

2 Select the Sound typePress the [Q] button.Each time the button is pressed the sound setting switches.Sound setting DisplayFlat "Flat"User memory "User"Rock "Rock"Pops "Pops"Easy "Easy"Top 40 "Top40"Jazz "Jazz"

User memory: The values set on the (page 12). Each setting value is changed with the (page

14).First, select the speaker type with the Speaker setting.

System Q

Turning the volume down quickly.

Press the [ATT] button.Each time the button is pressed the Attenuator turns ON or OFF.When its ON, the "ATT" indicator blinks.

Attenuator

Increasing VolumeTurn the [VOLUME CONTROL] knob clockwise.

Decreasing VolumeTurn the [VOLUME CONTROL] knob counterclockwise.

Volume

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[2] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeBass Center Frequency

"Bass F" 60/70/80/100 or 150 Hz

Bass level "Bass" 8 +8Bass Q Factor "Bass Q" 1.00/1.25/1.50/2.00Bass Extend "Bass EXT" ON/OFF

5 Select the Audio Control item for adjustmentPress the [2] [5] button.Each time the [2] [5] button is pressed the adjustable audioitems are switched among ranges of all stage section's tables onthe following pages.

6 Adjust the Audio Control itemPress the [4] or [] button.Each time the button is pressed the setting switches as shownbelow.

7 Exit Audio Control modePress the [RTN] button.

The loudness setting can also be adjusted by pressing the [4]button.

*This mode is available only when (page 16)is ON.

1 Select the source for adjustmentPress the [SRC] button.

2 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "AUD" is displayed above the[2] button.Refer to (page 8).

3 Enter Audio Control modePress the [2] ("AUD") button.

4 Select the Adjustment item sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until the desired Adjustment item isdisplayed above the [2] [5] button.

1st sectionAdjustment Item Button DisplayBass [2] "BASS"Middle [3] "MID"Treble [4] "TRE"Balance & Fader [5] "BL/F"

2nd sectionAdjustment Item Button DisplayHigh Pass Filter [2] "HPF"Low Pass Filter* [3] "LPF"Loudness [4] "LOUD"Non-Fading* [5] "N-F"

3rd sectionAdjustment Item Button DisplayVolume offset [2] "VOFF"

Audio Control

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3rd section

[2] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeVolume offset "V-Offset" 8 0

Volume offset: Each source's volume can be set as a differencefrom the basic volume.

[3] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeNon-Fading "LPF NF" 50/80/120/Through HzLow Pass Filter

[4] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeLoudness "LOUD" ON/OFF

[5] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeNon-Fading level "NF Level" 15 +15

Loudness: Compensating for low and high tones during lowvolume.

When the Dual Zone System is ON, the setting for the High PassFilter is nullified.

2nd section

[2] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeFront/Rear "HPF"High Pass Filter

Through/100/125/170 Hz

[3] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeMiddle Center Frequency

"MID F" 0.5/1.0/1.5/2.0 kHz

Middle level "Middle" 8 +8Middle Q Factor "Middle Q" 1.0/2.0

[4] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeTreble Center Frequency

"TRE F" 10.0/12.5/15.0/17.5 kHz

Treble level "Treble" 8 +8

[5] buttonAdjustment Item Display RangeBalance "Balance" Left 15 Right 15Fader "Fader" Rear 15 Front 15

According to the Bass Q Factor setting value, the frequencies thatcan be set in Bass Center Frequency change as shown below.Bass Q Factor Bass Center Frequency1.00/1.25/1.50 60/70/80/1002.00 60/70/80/150

When the bass extend is set to ON, low frequency response isextended by 20%.

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Switching the text display.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the[3] button.Refer to (page 8).

2 Enter display control modePress the [3] ("DISP") button.

3 Select the textPress the [3] ("TEXT") button.

It can also be switched by pressing either [4] or [] button.

Text Display Switching

Refer to (page 8).


3 Select the display modePress the [2] ("MODE") button.Each time the button is pressed the display mode switches asshown below.Display Display Mode"Display C" Demonstration."Display A" Normal display type."Display B" Silent display type.

4 Exit display control modePress the [RTN] button.

Switching the display mode.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the[3] button.

Display Mode Switching

Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is optimal when settingthe speaker type.

1 Enter StandbyPress the [SRC] button.Select the "ALL OFF" display.

2 Enter Speaker Setting modePress the [Q] button.

3 Select the Speaker typePress the [2] [5] button.Each time the button is pressed the setting switches as shownbelow.Speaker type Button DisplayOFF [2] "SP OFF"For 5 & 4 in. speaker [3] "SP 5/4inch"For 6 & 6x9 in. speaker [4] "SP 6*9/6inch"For the OEM speaker [5] "SP O.E.M."

4 Exit Speaker Setting modePress the [Q] button.

Speaker Setting

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4 Exit Display Control modePress the [RTN] button.

If the Disc title, Track title, Song title & Artist name, or Album name& Artist name is selected when the disc which does not have Disctitle, Track title, Song title, Album name, or Artist name is played,track number and play time are displayed.

In Tuner sourceInformation DisplayProgram Service name or Frequency "BAND+PS"Radio text,Program Service name or Frequency

"R-TEXT"

Frequency "BAND+FREQ"Clock "Clock"

In CD & External disc sourceInformation DisplayDisc title "D-TITLE"Track title "T-TITLE"Track number & Play time "P-Time"Disc name "DNPS"Clock "Clock"

In MP3 sourceInformation DisplaySong title & Artist name "TITLE"Album name & Artist name "ALBUM"Folder name "FOLDER NAME"File name "FILE NAME"Play time & File number "P-Time"Disc name "DNPS"Clock "Clock"

In Auxiliary input sourceInformation DisplayAuxiliary input name "AUX Name"Clock "Clock"

In StandbyInformation Display

"ALL OFF"Clock "Clock"

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Setting the angle or back-forward position of the control panel.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "PNL" is displayed above the [4]button.

Panel Position Setting

Turning the Non-fading output ON or OFF.

Press the [NF] button for at least 1 second.Each time the button is pressed Non-fading output switches ONor OFF.When its ON, "NF ON" is displayed.

When the (page 38) is "SWPRE Rear", thisfunction is not available.

Non-fading Output

Each time the button is pressed it switches through the belowdisplays. "AUX1" "TV" "VIDEO" "GAME" "PORTABLE" "DVD"

4 Exit Auxiliary input display setting modePress the [NAME.S] button.

When operation stops for 10 seconds, the name at that time isselected, and Auxiliary input display setting mode closes.

Selecting the display when this device is switched to Auxiliaryinput source.

1 Select Auxiliary input sourcePress the [SRC] button.Select the "AUX1" display.

2 Enter Auxiliary input display setting modePress the [NAME.S] button for at least 2 seconds.The presently selected AUX Name is blinks.

3 Select the Auxiliary input displayPress the [4] or [] button.

Auxiliary Input Display Setting

Switching the display in the External Display connected.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the[3] button.Refer to (page 8).


3 Select the displayPress the [4] ("OUT") button."OEM DISP" is displayed.Each time the button is pressed the display switches.

4 Exit display control modePress the [RTN] button.

External Display Switching

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2 Remove the Backpanel forward.When (page 37) is set to ON,DSI blinks.

The back panel is a precision piece of equipment and can bedamaged by shocks or jolts. For that reason, keep the back panelin its special storage case while detached.

Do not expose the Backpanel or its storage case to direct sunlightor excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too muchdust or the possibility of water splashing.

Reattaching the Backpanel

1 Set the Backpanel to the panel bracket.2 Hold down on the Backpanel until it is locked.

The Backpanel of the unit can be detached and taken with you,helping to deter theft.

Removing the Backpanel

1 Turn the ignition OFF or press the [SRC] button for at least 1second.Turn OFF the power, and the control panel becomes horizontal.

After the set time passes in (page 38), thepanel is closed.

Theft Deterrent Panel

2 Enter Panel Position Setting modePress the [4] ("PNL") button.

3 Select the item for adjustmentPress the desired [2] [5] button.Each time the button is pressed the items that can be adjustedswitch as shown below.Adjustment Item Button DisplayThe panel tilts upwards [2] "ANG"The panel tilts downwards [3] "ANG+"The panel slides backward [4] "SLD"The panel slides forward [5] "SLD+"

4 Exit Panel Position Setting modePress the [RTN] button.

The control panel may be interfered with the shift lever or anotherpart depending on the angles of the control panel.Set the angle to avoid any interference.

No sound is produced while the panel is operating.

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Makes the sound different for the front channel and rearchannel.

1 Select the sourcePress the [SRC] button.Select the source sound to be output from the Dual zonechannel.

2 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "2-ZN" is displayed above the[5] button.Refer to (page 8).

3 Enter the Dual Zone System Control modePress the [5] ("2-ZN") button.

4 Select the item for adjustmentPress the desired [2] [3] button.Each time the button is pressed the items that can be adjustedswitch as shown below.Adjustment Item Button Display RangeDual Zone System [2] "ON"/"OFF" ON/OFFDual Zone System Front & Rear

[3] "FR" Front/Rear

Dual Zone System

The "CALL" display disappears and the audio system comes backON.

When the call endsHang up the phone.The "CALL" display disappears and the audio system comes backON.

The audio system automatically mutes when a call comes in.

When a call comes in"CALL" is displayed.The audio system pauses.

Listening to the audio during a callPress the [SRC] button.

TEL Mute

Prevents tampering with the unit while your car is being servicedetc.

Hiding the control panelPress the [SRC] button for at least 1 second.When the time set in (page 38) lapses,the panel is hidden and the power turns OFF.

Showing the control panelPress the left part at the lower side of the panel.

The panel is opened to enable the operation.

Hiding the Control Panel

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Dual Zone System Rear: The sound of the source selected with step1 is outputted from rear, and the sound ofthe source selected with step 6 isoutputted from front.

Dual Zone System Front: The sound of the source selected withstep 1 is outputted from front, and thesound of the source selected with step 6is outputted from rear.

5 Exit the Dual Zone System Control modePress the [RTN] button.

6 Select the sourcePress the [SRC] button.Select the source sound to be output from the internal sourcechannel.

The Dual Zone System can be used with the sources shownbelow.- KCA-S210A- CA-C1AX- External disc changer/ player

While Dual Zone System is ON, the setting of Dual Zone SystemFront or Rear is disabled.Set Dual Zone System Front or Rear first, and then set the DualZone System to ON.

When the Dual Zone System is ON, there is no Dual zone channelaudio control or other effect.

When you use the Dual Zone System by selecting the optionalaccessory source for the output of the Dual zone channel, youcannot select another optional accessory source as the source forthe Internal source channel.

When you set the Dual zone system to ON while the non-fadingpreout is switched ON, the sound of the non-fading preout isntoutput.

The Dual Zone System cannot be used if a GSM hands free unit ora DAB control unit is connected.

When the Dual Zone System is ON, the setting for the High PassFilter is nullified.

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Putting the station in the memory.

1 Select the bandPress the [FM] or [AM] button.

2 Select the frequency to put in the memoryPress the [4] or [] button.

3 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until the function item is notdisplayed above the [2] [5] button.Refer to (page 8).

4 Put the frequency in the memoryPress the desired [1] [6] button for at least 2 seconds.

Station Preset Memory

Selecting the station.

1 Select tuner sourcePress the [SRC] button.Select the "TUNER" display.

2 Select the bandPress the [FM] or [AM] button.Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between theFM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.

3 Tune up or down bandPress the [4] or [] button.

During reception of stereo stations the "ST" indicator is ON.

Tuning

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Calling up the stations in the memory.

1 Select the bandPress the [FM] or [AM] button.

2 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until the function item is notdisplayed above the [2] [5] button.Refer to (page 8).

3 Call up the stationPress the desired [1] [6] button.

Preset Tuning

Putting a station with good reception in the memoryautomatically.

1 Select the band for Auto Memory EntryPress the [FM] or [AM] button.

2 Enter Menu modePress the [MENU] button for at least 1 second."MENU" is displayed.

3 Select the Auto Memory Entry modePress the [FM] or [AM] button.Select the "Auto-Memory" display.

4 Open Auto Memory EntryPress the [4] or [] button for at least 2 seconds.When 6 stations that can be received are put in the memoryAuto Memory Entry closes.

When the (page 40) is ON, only RDSstations are put in the memory.

When Auto Memory Entry is done in the FM2 band, the RDSstations preset in the FM1 band aren't put in the memory.Likewise, when it is done in the FM3 band, RDS stations preset inFM1 or FM2 aren't put in the memory.

Auto Memory Entry

The preset number display blinks 1 time.On each band, 1 station can be put in the memory on each [1] [6] button.

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Scrolling the displayed radio text.

Press the [SCRL] button.

Radio Text Scroll

Switching to traffic information automatically when a trafficbulletin starts even when you aren't listening to the radio.

Press the [TI] button.Each time the button is pressed the Traffic Information functionturns ON or OFF.When it's ON, "TI" indicator is ON.When a traffic information station isn't being received the "TI"indicator blinks.When a traffic bulletin starts, "Traffic Info" is displayed it and itswitches to traffic information.

During reception of an AM station when the Traffic Informationfunction is turned ON, it switches to an FM station.

During reception of traffic information the adjusted volume isautomatically remembered, and the next time it switches to trafficinformation it's automatically the remembered volume.

Receiving other traffic information stationsPress the [4] or [] button.

Traffic information station switching can be done when listening tothe radio.

Traffic Information

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21. Social Affairs "Social"22. Religion "Religion"23. Phone In "Phone In"24. Travel "Travel"25. Leisure "Leisure"26. Jazz Music "Jazz"27. Country Music "Country"28. National Music "Nation M"29. Oldies Music "Oldies"30. Folk Music "Folk M"31. Documentary "Document"

Speech and Music include the Program type shown below.Music: No.12 17, 26 30Speech: No.3 11, 18 25, 31

The Program Type can be put in the [1] [6] button memory andcalled up quickly. Refer to the (page 24).

The display language can be changed. Refer to (page 24).

3 Search for the selected Program Type stationPress the [4] or [] button.When you want to search for other stations press the [4] or[] button again.

When the selected Program Type isn't found, "No PTY" is displayed.Select another Program Type.

4 Exit PTY modePress the [PTY] button.

Selecting the Program Type and searching for a station.

1 Enter PTY modePress the [PTY] button.During PTY mode the "PTY" indicator is ON.

This function can't be used during a traffic bulletin or AM reception.

2 Select the Program TypePress the [FM] or [AM] button.Each time the button is pressed the Program Type switches asshown below.No. Program Type Display1. Speech "Speech"2. Music "Music"3. News "News"4. Current Affairs "Affairs"5. Information "Info"6. Sport "Sport"7. Education "Educate"8. Drama "Drama"9. Culture "Culture"10. Science "Science"11. Varied "Varied"12. Pop Music "Pop M"13. Rock Music "Rock M"14. Easy Listening Music "Easy M"15. Light Classical "Light M"16. Serious Classical "Classics"17. Other Music "Other M"18. Weather "Weather"19. Finance "Finance"20. Children's programs "Children"

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Language DisplayEnglish "English"French "French"Swedish "Swedish"German "German"

4 Exit Changing Language modePress the [SCRL] button.

Selecting the Program Type display language.

1 Enter PTY modeRefer to (page 23).

2 Enter Changing Language modePress the [SCRL] button.

3 Select the languagePress the [FM] or [AM] button.Each time the button is pressed the language switches as shownbelow.

Changing Language for PTY Function

Putting the Program Type in the Preset button memory andcalling it up quickly.

Presetting the Program Type

1 Select the Program Type to presetRefer to (page 23).

2 Preset the Program TypePress the desired [1] [6] button for at least 2 seconds.

Calling up the preset Program Type

1 Enter PTY modeRefer to (page 23).

2 Call up the Program TypePress the desired [1] [6] button.

Program Type preset

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CD/MP3/External disc control features

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Fast ForwardingHold down on the [] button.Release your finger to play the disc at that point.

ReversingHold down on the [4] button.Release your finger to play the disc at that point.

Fast Forwarding and Reversing

Playing discs set in the optional accessory disc player connectedto this unit.

Press the [SRC] button.Select the display for the disc player you want.Display examples:Display Disc player"CD2" CD player"DISC CH" CD changer/MD changer

Pause and playPress the [38] button.Each time the button is pressed it pauses and plays.

Disc 10 is displayed as "0". The functions that can be used and the information that can be

displayed will differ depending on the external disc players beingconnected.

Playing External Disc

When there is no disc inserted

1 Open the panel to insert discPress the [0] button.

2 Insert a disc.When the faceplate has been slid open, it might interfere with theshift lever or something else. If this happens, pay attention to safetyand move the shift lever or take an appropriate action, then operatethe unit.

The sound will be temporarily muted while the faceplate ismoving.

The models that can play MP3 are shown below.KDC-M7024

When a disc is inserted the "IN" indicator is ON.

When a disc is insertedPress the [SRC] button.Select the "CD" display.

Pause and playPress the [38] button.Each time the button is pressed the song pauses or plays.

Eject the disc

1 Eject the discPress the [0] button.

2 Return the panel to the original positionPress the [0] button.

3 in. (8cm) disc can't be played. Using an adapter and inserting theminto this unit can cause damage.

The MP3 media that this unit can play are CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW.The medium formats must be ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2, Joliet, orRomeo. The methods and precautions to be followed for writingMP3 data are covered in (page 6). Checkthat section before creating your MP3 media.

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Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer or MP3 folderyou're listening to.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "REP" is displayed above the [4]button.Refer to (page 8).

2 Turn ON/OFF the Repeat PlayPress the [4] ("REP") button.Each time the button is pressed the Repeat Play switches asshown below.

In CD & External disc sourceRepeat play DisplayTrack Repeat "Repeat ON"/

"T-Repeat ON" Disc Repeat (In Disc Changer) "D-Repeat ON" OFF "Repeat OFF"

In MP3 sourceRepeat play DisplayFile Repeat "File REP ON"Folder Repeat "FOLD REP ON"OFF "Repeat OFF"

Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat

Selecting the disc set in the Disc changer or the folder recordedon the MP3 media.

Press the [DISC] or [DISC+] button.

Disc/ Folder Search(Disc Search : Function of disc changer)

(Folder Search : Function of MP3)

Searching for a song on the disc or in the MP3 folder.

Press the [4] or [] button.If the remote with number buttons is used as optional accessories,a song you'd like to listen to can directly be selected with theoperation below.1. Enter a track/file number.

Press the number buttons on the remote.

2. Do the Track/File Search.Press the [4] or [] button.

Track/File Search

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Quickly selecting the folder you want to listen to.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "FSEL" is displayed above the[5] button.Refer to (page 8).

2 Enter Folder Select modePress the [5] ("FSEL") button."Select Mode" is displayed.During Select mode the folder information is displayed as shownbelow.

Folder Select (Function of MP3)

Play the songs on all the discs in the disc changer in randomorder.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "MRDM" is displayed above the[5] button.

2 Turning ON/OFF the Magazine Random PlayPress the [5] ("MRDM") button.Each time the button is pressed the Magazine Random Play turnsON or OFF.When it's ON, "M-Random ON" is displayed.

When the [] button is pressed, the next song select starts.

Magazine Random Play (Function of disc changer)

Play all the songs on the disc or MP3 folder in random order.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "RDM" is displayed above the[3] button.

2 Turn ON/OFF the Random PlayPress the [3] ("RDM") button.Each time the button is pressed Random Play turns ON or OFF.When it's ON, "Random ON" is displayed.

When the [] button is pressed, the next song select starts.

Random Play

Playing the first part of each song on the disc or MP3 folder youare listening to and searching for the song you want to listen to.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeat to press the button until "SCAN" is displayed above the[2] button.

2 Start Scan PlayPress the [2] ("SCAN") button."Scan ON" is displayed.

3 Release it when the song you want to listen to is playedPress the [2] button.

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Displays the current folder name.

3 Select the folder levelPress the [FM] or [AM] button.With the [FM] button you move 1 level down and with the [AM]button 1 level up.

Selecting a folder in the same levelPress the [4] or [] button.With the [4] button you move to the previous folder, and withthe [] button to the next folder.

Returning to the top levelPress the [4] ("HOME") button.

Scrolling the folder name displayPress the [SCRL] button.

4 Decide the folder to playPress the [2] ("OK") button.The Folder Select mode releases, and the MP3 in the folderbeing displayed is played.

The methods for moving to other folders in the folder select modeare different from those in the folder search mode.See (page 6) for details.

Canceling the Folder Select modePress the [3] ("EXIT") button.

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Attaching a title to a CD.

1 Play the disc you want to attach a name to A title can't be attached to a MD. Refer to the (page 14) and select the

"DNPS" display.

2 Enter name set modePress the [NAME.S] button for at least 2 seconds."NAME SET" is displayed.

3 Move the cursor to the enter character positionPress the [4] or [] button.

4 Select the character typePress the [2] [4] button.Each time the button is pressed the character type switches asshown below.Character type ButtonAlphabet (Upper case/ Lower case) [2] ("CAPS")Numbers and symbols [3] ("NUM")Special characters (Accent characters) [4] ("CHAR")

5 Select the charactersPress the [FM] or [AM] button.

6 Repeat steps 3 through 5 and enter the name.7 Exit name set mode

Press the [NAME.S] button. When operation stops for 10 seconds the name at that time is

registered, and Name Set mode closes. Media that you can attach names to

- Internal CD player: 30 discs.- External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the CD changer/

player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual. The name of a CD can be changed by the same operation you

used to name it.

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Scrolling the displayed CD text, MP3 text, or MD title.

Press the [SCRL] button.

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Received calls can be answered when a GSM Hands Free Unit(optional accessory) is connected to this unit.

1 When a Call is Received"HF CALL" will be displayed.

2 Accept a callPress the [1], [3] [6] or [NEXT] button.

Switching between the Name and Telephone NumberPress the [TI] button.Each time the button is pressed the display switches as shownbelow.InformationNameTelephone Number

3 Hang upPress the [2] ("HANG") button.

Inserting a disc while a call is in progress will cause the telephone tobe hung up.

Receiving a call

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Inputting the telephone number with number buttons on theoptional remote, and dialing.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "H-F" is displayed above the [2]button.Refer to (page 8).

2 Enter Hands Free modePress the [2] ("H-F") button.

3 Select the Dial ModePress the [3] ("DIAL") button.

4 Enter the telephone numberPress the number [#], [*] and [+](ANG) buttons on theoptional remote.

You can input max 32 digits. If an incorrect digit is entered, pressing the [4] button will clear

it.

5 Dial an input numberPress the [4] ("CALL") button.


Canceling the Hands Free modePress the [RTN] button.

Direct Dial (Function of the KCA-RC420)


Canceling the Hands Free modePress the [RTN] button.

Selecting a telephone number from the phone book.



3 Select the Phone Book Search Mode itemPress the [2] ("SRCH") button.Each time the button is pressed the mode switches as follows:Phone Book Search Mode item DisplayInitial Select Mode "Initial"Redial Mode "Redial"

4 Select the initial of a person to dial (In Initial Select Mode)Press the [FM] or [AM] button.

Initials including no corresponding name will not be displayed.

5 Switch the NamePress the [4] or [] button.

Switching between the Name and Telephone NumberPress the [TI] button.

Not available if the name has not been stored. Not applicable if the text scroll function has been set to Auto (in

menu).

Scrolling the Name and Telephone NumberPress the [SCRL] button.

6 Dial a selected numberPress the [4] ("CALL") button.

Phone Book Search

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Synchronizing the data in this unit with the data in the GSMtelephone.

1 Select the key function sectionPress the [NEXT] button.Repeatedly press the button until "SYNC" is displayed above the[3] button.Refer to (page 8).

2 Synchronize the dataPress the [3] ("SYNC") button.The "SYNC" display turns off when data synchronization starts.

Phone Book/ Message (SMS) data synchronize



3 Select the SMS ModePress the [5] ("SMS") button."SMS Mode" is displayed.

4 Select the MessagePress the [FM] or [AM] button.

5 Switch the DisplayPress the [4] or [] button.Each time the button is pressed the mode switches as follows:SMS Mode itemName/ Phone NumberDateMessage

When the display line of a message is (page 41) setto "Scroll MANU", scrolling is possible with [4]/[], and whenthe setting is set to "Scroll Auto", scrolling is automatic.

Switching between the Name and Telephone NumberPress the [TI] button.

Scrolling the Name and Telephone Number displayPress the [SCRL] button.

6 Exit Hands Free modePress the [RTN] button.

When New Message is Received, "New MSG" is displayed.

SMS (Short Message Service) Mode

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Because authorization by the Security Code is required when it's

Security Code

Setting during operation beep sound etc. functions.The Menu system basic operation method is explained here. Thereference for the Menu items and their setting content is afterthis operation explanation.

1 Enter Menu modePress the [MENU] button for at least 1 second."MENU" is displayed.

2 Select the menu itemPress the [FM] or [AM] button.Example: When you want to set the beep sound select the

"Beep" display.

3 Set the menu itemPress the [4] or [] button.Example: When "Beep" is selected, each time the button is

pressed it switches "Beep ON" or "Beep OFF". Select 1of them as the setting.

You can continue by returning to step 2 and setting other items.

4 Exit Menu modePress the [MENU] button.

When other items that are applicable to the basic operation methodabove are displayed afterwards their setting content chart isentered. (Normally the uppermost setting in the chart is the originalsetting.)Also, the explanation for items that aren't applicable (etc.) are entered step by step.

Menu System

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Selecting the speaker to output the Phone voice.

Display Setting"HFSP ALL" Phone voice sent to the front and rear

speaker."HFSP FR" Phone voice send to the front right speaker."HFSP FL" Phone voice sent to the front left speaker.

Phone voice speaker setting

2 Do the step 4 through 7 step operation, and reenter thesecurity code."APPROVED" is displayed.The unit can be used.

If an incorrect code is input, "WAITING" is displayed, and the inputprohibited time shown below is generated. After the input prohibited time lapses, "CODE" is displayed, andinput can be done.

Number of times Input prohibited timethe incorrect code was input1 2 5 minutes3 1 hour4 24 hours

removed from the vehicle, personalizing this unit is by using theSecurity Code is a help in preventing theft.

When the Security Code function is activated it can't be released.Note, your Security Code is the 4 digit number entered in your "CarAudio Passport" in this package.

1 Enter StandbyPress the [SRC] button.Select the "ALL OFF" display.

2 Enter Menu modePress the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.When "MENU" is displayed, "Security" is displayed.

3 Enter Security Code modePress the [4] or [] button for at least 1 second.When "ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.

4 Select the digits to enterPress the [4] or [] button.

5 Select the Security Code numbersPress the [FM] or [AM] button.

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5, and complete the Security Code.7 Confirm the Security Code

Press the [] button for at least 3 seconds.When "RE-ENTER" is displayed, "CODE" is displayed.

8 Do the step 4 through 7 step operation, and reenter thesecurity code."APPROVED" is displayed.The Security Code function activates.

If you enter a Code different from your Security Code, you have tostart over from step 4.

Press the Reset button and when it's removed from thebattery power source

1 Turn the power ON.

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This adjustment can be done when the (page37) is set as OFF.

1 Select Clock Adjustment modePress the [FM] or [AM] button.Select the "Clock Adjust" display.

2 Enter Clock Adjust modePress the [4] or [] button for at least 1 second.The clock display blinks.

3 Adjust the hoursPress the [FM] or [AM] button.

Adjust the minutesPress the [4] or [] button.

4 Exit Clock adjustment modePress the [MENU] button.

Manual Clock Adjustment

Setting the operation check sound (beep sound) ON/OFF.

Display Setting"Beep ON" Beep is heard."Beep OFF" Beep canceled.

Touch Sensor Tone

Setting the time from an incoming call to the automaticresponse.

Display and Setting"HF WT OFF""HF WT 1S"

"HF WT 5S" (Original setting)

"HF WT 30S"

If the time set in the GSM telephone is shorter than that set in theunit, the former will be used.

Auto Response time Adjust

Adjusting the volume of the Microphone.

Display and Setting"HF MIC 0"

"HF MIC 15"(Original setting)

"HF MIC 31"

Microphone sensitivity adjust

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Dimming this unit's display automatically when the vehicle lightswitch is turned ON.

Display Setting"Dimmer ON" The display dims."Dimmer OFF" The display doesn't dim.

Dimmer

Adjusting the display contrast.

Display and Setting"Contrast 0"

"Contrast 5" (Original setting)

"Contrast 10"

Contrast Adjustment

Selecting the button illumination color as green or red.

Display Setting"Button Red" The illumination color is red."Button Green" The illumination color is green.

Selectable Illumination

A red indicator will blink on the unit after the faceplate isremoved, warning potential thieves.

Display Setting"DSI ON" LED flashes."DSI OFF" LED OFF.

DSI (Disabled System Indicator)

Synchronizing the RDS station time data and this unit's clock.

Display Setting"SYNC ON" Synchronizes the time."SYNC OFF" Adjust the time manually.

It takes 3 to 4 minutes to synchronize the clock.

Synchronize Clock

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Toggles ON or OFF the mute control on the built-in amplifier.Turning ON this control enhances the preout quality.

Display Setting"AMP Mute OFF" The built-in amplifier activates."AMP Mute ON" The built-in amplifier deactivates.

Built-in Amp Mute Setting

Switching the preout between the rear and non-fading. (In non-fading it outputs without effect from the fader control.)

Display Setting"SWPRE Rear" Rear preout."SWPRE N-Fad" Non-fading preout.

Switching preout

Setting display/don't display for the System Q factors (Basscenter frequency, Bass Q factor, Bass extend, Middle centerfrequency, Middle Q factor, and Treble center frequency) inAudio control.

Display Setting"System Q ON" The System Q factors are displayed."System Q OFF" The System Q factors aren't displayed.

System Q Setting

This function sets the opening and closing operation of a panelwhen a disc is inserted and when it is ejected.

Display Setting"Ejct Ang Slp" Opens and closes the panel while

maintaining the angle of the control panelto the set angle.

"Ejct Ang Lvl" Opens and closes the panel after settingthe angle of the control panel to thehorizontal position.

Eject angle setting

Setting the time until the faceplate hide operation starts after thepower is turned OFF.The faceplate can be removed only during the set time period.

Display and Setting"Off Wait 0s"

"Off Wait 3s" (Original setting)

"Off Wait 25s"

OFF Wait Time Setting

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Only stations whose reception is good are searched for in autoseek tuning.

Display Setting"Local.S OFF" The local seek function is OFF."Local.S ON" The local seek function is ON.

Local Seek

Display and Setting"NEWS OFF""NEWS 00MIN"

"NEWS 90MIN"

When "NEWS 00MIN" "NEWS 90MIN" is set, the NewsBulletin Interrupt function is ON.When the news bulletin starts, "News" is displayed, and itswitches to the news bulletin.

If you choose the "20MIN" setting, further news bulletins will notbe received for 20 minutes once the first news bulletin is received.

The news bulletin volume is the same level that was set for (page 22).

This function is only available if the desired station sends PTY-codefor news bulletin or belongs to -Network sending PTY-code for news bulletin.

When the News Bulletin Interrupt function is ON, it switches to anFM station.

It switches automatically when a news bulletin starts even if theradio isn't being listened to. Also, the time interval wheninterrupt is prohibited can be set.

News Bulletin with Timeout Setting

Setting the central frequency boosted by B.M.S.

Display Setting"AMP Freq NML" Boost with the normal central frequency"AMP Freq Low" Drop the normal central frequency 20%

B.M.S. Frequency Offset

Adjust the bass boost level of the external amplifier using themain unit.

Display Setting"AMP BASS FLT" Bass boost level is flat."AMP BASS +6" Bass boost level is low (+6dB)."AMP BASS +12" Bass boost level is mid (+12dB)."AMP BASS +18" Bass boost level is high (+18dB).

Refer to the catalog or instruction manual for power amplifiers thatcan be controlled from this unit.

For amplifiers there are the model that can be set from Flat to +18dB, and the model that can be set from Flat to +12 dB. When an amplifier that can only be set to +12 is connected to theunit, "AMP BASS +18" won't work correctly even if it's selected.

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Noise can be reduced when stereo broadcasts are received asmonaural.

Monaural Reception

When the TI function is ON and poor reception conditions areexperienced when listening to a traffic information station,another traffic information station with better reception will besearched for automatically.

Display Setting"ATPS ON" The Auto TP Seek Function is ON."ATPS OFF" The Auto TP Seek Function is OFF.

Auto TP Seek

You can choose whether or not to restrict the RDS channels,received with the AF function for a particular network, to aspecific region.

Display Setting"Regional ON" The Region Restrict Function is ON."Regional OFF" The Region Restrict Function is OFF.

Sometimes stations in the same network broadcast differentprograms or use different program service names.

Restricting RDS Region (Region Restrict Function)

When poor reception is experienced, automatically switch toanother frequency broadcasting the same program in the sameRDS network with better reception.

Display Setting"AF ON" The AF function is ON."AF OFF" The AF function is OFF.

When the AF function is ON, the "RDS" indicator is ON.When no other stations with stronger reception are available for thesame program in the RDS network, you may hear the incomingbroadcast in bits and snatches. Turn OFF the AF function in such acase.

AF (Alternative Frequency)

For the operation method refer to (page21).

Auto Memory Entry

Sets the tuning mode.

Tuning mode Display OperationAuto seek "Auto 1" Automatic search for a station.Preset station seek "Auto 2" Search in order of the stations in

the Preset memory.Manual "Manual" Normal manual tuning control.

Tuning Mode

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Function of the KDC-M7024

When there is a problem on playing a CD with special format,this setting play the CD by force.

Display Setting"CD READ 1" Play CD and MP3."CD READ 2" Play CD by force.

Setting "CD READ 2" cannot play MP3.Some music CDs may not be played back even in the "CD READ 2"mode.

CD Read Setting

This setting is done after setting (page 34).

Setting the timer to turn this unit's power OFF automaticallywhen Standby mode continues.Using this setting can save the vehicle's battery power.

Display Setting"OFF " Power OFF Timer function is OFF."OFF 20MIN" Turns the power OFF after 20 minutes.(Original setting)"OFF 40MIN" Turns the power OFF after 40 minutes."OFF 60MIN" Turns the power OFF after 60 minutes.

Power OFF Timer

Setting the displayed text scroll.

Display Setting"Scroll MANU" Doesn't scroll."Scroll Auto" Scrolls when the display changes.

The text scrolled is shown below. CD text Folder name/ File name/ Song title/ Artist name/ Album name MD title Radio text Text for GSM hands free source (message, etc.)

Text Scroll

Display Setting"MONO OFF" The monaural reception is OFF."MONO ON" The monaural reception is ON.

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The use of any accessories except for those provided might result indamage to the unit. Make sure only to use the accessories shipped withthe unit, as shown above.

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1. To prevent short circuits, remove the key from the ignition anddisconnect the - terminal of the battery.

2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit.3. Connect the wire on the wiring harness.4. Take Connector B on the wiring harness and connect it to the

speaker connector in your vehicle.5. Take Connector A on the wiring harness and connect it to the

external power connector on your vehicle.6. Connect the wiring harness connector to the unit.7. Install the unit in your car.8. Reconnect the - terminal of the battery.9. Turn the vehicles ignition key on and open the panel.10.Press the reset button.

If your car is not prepared for this special connection-system,consult your KENWOOD dealer.

Only use antenna conversion adapters (ISO-JASO) when theantenna cord has an ISO plug.

Make sure that all wire connections are securely made byinserting jacks until they lock completely.

If your vehicle's ignition does not have an ACC position, or if theignition wire is connected to a power source with constantvoltage such as a battery wire, the power will not be linked withthe ignition (i.e., it will not turn on and off along with theignition). If you want to link the unit's power with the ignition,connect the ignition wire to a power source that can be turnedon and off with the ignition key.

If the fuse blows, first make sure that the wires have not causeda short circuit, then replace the old fuse with one with the samerating.

Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape or other similarmaterial. To prevent short circuits, also do not remove the capson the ends of the unconnected wires or the terminals.

Connect the speaker wires correctly to the terminals to whichthey correspond. The unit may receive damage or fail to work ifyou share the - wires and/or ground them to any metal part inthe car.

After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps,indicators, wipers, etc. on the car are working properly.

If the console has a lid, make sure to install the unit so that thefaceplate does not hit the lid when closing and opening.

2CAUTION

Mount the unit so that the mounting angle is 30 or less.

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External view......... Number of items

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Installation Procedure

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Connector Function GuidePin Numbers forISO Connectors Cable Colour Functions

External PowerConnector

A4A5A6A7A8

SpeakerConnector

B1B2B3B4B5B6B7B8

YellowBlue/WhiteOrange/WhiteRedBlack

PurplePurple/BlackGrayGray/BlackWhiteWhite/BlackGreenGreen/Black

BatteryPower ControlDimmerIgnition (ACC)Earth (Ground) Connection

Rear Right (+)Rear Right ()Front Right (+)Front Right ()Front Left (+)Front Left ()Rear Left (+)Rear Left ()

Battery wire (Yellow) 6

Ignition wire (Red) 7

FM/AM antenna input2

Antenna Cord (ISO) 3

Antenna Conversion Adaptor (ISOJASO) (Accessory3) 1

Wiring harness(Accessory1)5

Connect to the terminal that isgrounded when either the telephonerings or during conversation. 24

Power control/ Motor antennacontrol wire (Blue/White) 22

Connect either to the power controlterminal when using the optionalpower amplifier, or to the antennacontrol terminal in the vehicle. 26

A7 Pin (Red) 8

A4 Pin (Yellow) 9

Connector B

Fuse(10A)4

Connector A

TEL mute wire (Brown) 21

To connect the KENWOODnavigation system, consult yournavigation manual. 25

External amplifiercontrol wire(Pink / Black) 20

To "EXT.AMP.CONT." terminal of theamplifier having the external ampcontrol function. 23

Rear left output/Non-fading left output (White) 12,29

If no connectionsare made, do not letthe cable come outfrom the tab. 27a

To External Display//30Steering remote

See page 44 30

To KENWOOD disc changer/GSM hands free unit/ External optional accessory 16

To connect these leads, referto the relevant instructionmanuals. 17

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Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit isunstable, it may malfunction (eg, the sound may skip).

Bend the tabs of themounting sleevewith a screwdriver orsimilar utensil andattach it in place.Metal mounting

strap (commerciallyavailable)

Self-tappingscrew (commerciallyavailable)

Firewall or metal support

Screw (M4X8)(commerciallyavailable)

Connecting the ISO ConnectorThe pin arrangement for the ISO connectors depends on the typeof vehicle you drive. Make sure to make the proper connections toprevent damage to the unit.The default connection for the wiring harness is described in 1below. If the ISO connector pins are set as described in 2 or 3,make the connection as illustrated.Please be sure to reconnect the cable as shown 2 below toinstall this unit to the Volkswagen vehicles etc.

2WARNING

Unit VehicleIgnition wire (Red)

Battery wire (Yellow)

A7 Pin (Red)

A4 Pin (Yellow)



A7 Pin (Red)

A7 Pin (Red)

A4 Pin (Yellow)

1 (Default setting) The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicle's ISOconnector is linked with the ignition, and the A-4 pin (yellow)is connected to the constant power supply.

2 The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicle's ISO connector is connectedto the constant power supply, and the A-4 pin (yellow) islinked to the ignition.

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3 The A-4 pin (yellow) of the vehicle's ISO connector is notconnected to anything, while the A-7 pin (red) is connected tothe constant power supply (or both the A-7 (red) and A-4(yellow) pins are connected to the constant power supply).

Connect to a power sourcethat can be turned on andoff with the ignition key.

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To attach this unit, make sure the front of the control panel faces youand fit it into the mounting sleeve by pressing the four corners of thehard rubber frame at the same time.Do not apply strong pressure to other sections than the corners;otherwise troubles such as the impossibility of opening or closing thepanel may result.

The hollow at the center of the rubber frame is designed to make iteasier to remove discs.If you do not want the hollow to be visible, mount the rubber frame inthe opposite direction (with the flat side at the top instead of thebottom).

CatchLock

Accessory2Removal tool

Removing the hard rubber frame

2 When the upper level is removed, remove the lower twolocations.

The frame can be removed from the bottom side in the same manner.

1 Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove thetwo locks on the upper level.Upper the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure.

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Accessory2Removal toolScrew (M4X8)

(commerciallyavailable)

Removing the Unit

4 Lower the removal tooltoward the bottom, andpull out the unit halfwaywhile pressing towards theinside.

Be careful to avoid injury fromthe catch pins on the removaltool.

5 Pull the unit all the way outwith your hands, beingcareful not to drop it.

1 Refer to the section andthen remove the hard rubber frame.

2 Remove the screw (M4 8) on the back side.3 Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots on each

side, as shown.

3 Reattach the Backpanel.Never insert the panel lock screws (M2 X 1.5 mm) in any other screwholes than the one specified. If you insert them in another hole, it willcontract and may cause damage to the mechanical parts inside the unit.

1 Refer to the Removing the Backpanel function of the sectionon (page 17) and remove theBackpanel.

2 Insert the panel lock screws into the holes at the sides of thepanel.

Accessory4

Locking the Backpanel to the unit

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What might seem to be a malfunction in your unit mayjust be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring.Before calling service, first check the following tablefor possible problems.

General

? The power does not turn ON.01 The fuse has blown.

After checking for short circuits in the wires, replace the fuse withone with the same rating.

? Theres a source you cant switch.07 Theres no media inserted.

Set the media you want to listen to. If theres no media in thisunit, you can't switch to each source.

The Disc changer isnt connected.08 Connect the Disc changer. If the Disc changer isnt connected to

it's input terminal, You can't switch to an external disc source.

? The memory is erased when the ignition is turned OFF.10 The ignition and battery wire are incorrectly connected.11

Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on.

? Theres no loudness effect.12 Youre using Non-fading preout.

Loudness has no effect in Non-fading preout.

? The Non-fading output cant be turned ON or OFF.14 The (page 38) is set is set on Rear preout.

Change it to Non-fading preout.

? The TEL mute function does not work.15 The TEL mute wire is not connected properly.

Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on.

? The TEL mute function turns ON even though the TEL mute wire isnot connected.16 The TEL mute wire is touching a metal part of the car.

Pull the TEL mute wire away from the metal part of the car.

Troubleshooting Guide

? Even if Loudness is turned ON, high-pitched tone isn't compensatedfor. 17 Tuner source is selected.

High-pitched tone isn't compensated for when in Tuner source.

? The Bass center frequency, Bass quality factor, Bass extend, Middlecenter frequency, Middle quality factor, and Treble center frequencycant be adjusted.19 The (page 38) is set OFF.

Set it ON.

? No sound can be heard, or the volume is low. The fader or balance settings are set all the way to one side.21

Center the fader and balance settings.

The input/output wires or wiring harness are connected incorrectly.22 Reconnect the input/output wires or the wiring harness correctly.

See the section on .

The values of Volume offset are low.24 Turn up the Volume offset, referring to the section on (page12).

The (page 38) is ON.100 Turn it OFF.

? The sound quality is poor or distorted.25 One of the speaker wires is being pinched by a screw in the car.

Check the speaker wiring.

The speakers are not wired correctly.27 Reconnect the speaker wires so that each output terminal is

connected to a different speaker.

? Non-fading output, Non-fading Low Pass Filter and Non-fadingsetting cant be done.28 The (page 38) is set on Rear preout.

Set it on Non-fading preout.

The (page 16) is OFF.29 Turn it ON.

The (page 18) is ON.30 Turn it OFF.

? Theres no Front High Pass Filter and Rear High Pass Filter effect.31 The Non-fading preout is being used.

Theres no effect in Non-fading preout.

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? The Touch Sensor Tone doesnt sound.34 The preout jack is being used.

The Touch Sensor Tone cant be output from the preout jack.

? Even though Synchronize Clock is ON, the clock cant be adjusted.35 The received RDS station isnt sending time data.

Receive another RDS station.

? The Dimmer function doesnt work. 38-1 The Dimmer wire isnt connected correctly.

Check the Dimmer wire connection.

? The panel is not hidden even when the power is turned off. 38-3 The protection function for preventing fingers or other things from

getting caught in between the panel and this unit has been activated. Turn off the power again.

? Sound is interrupted when Dual Zone System is set to ON.38-4 When Dual Zone System is set to ON while the Menu systems (page 40) is set to ON, the sound quality maybe adversely affected if the internal source is set to the tuner. ---

Tuner source

? Radio reception is poor.39 The car antenna is not extended.

Pull the antenna out all the way.

The antenna control wire is not connected.40 Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on

.

? It isn't the set Traffic information sound volume. 43 The set sound volume is less than the tuner sound volume.

If the tuner sound volume is louder than the set sound volume,thetuner sound volume is used.

Disc source

? "AUX1" is displayed without achieving External disc control mode.50 Unsupported disc changer is connected.51

Use the disc changer mentioned in the IMPORTANTINFORMATION of the section on (page 3).

? The specified disc does not play, but another one plays instead.52 The specified CD is quite dirty.

Clean the CD.

The disc is loaded in a different slot from that specified.54 Eject the disc magazine and check the number for the specified

disc.

The disc is severely scratched.55 Try another disc instead.

? A CD ejects as soon as it is loaded.62 The CD is quite dirty.63

Clean the CD, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on (page 9).

? Cant remove disc.64 The cause is that more than 10 minutes has elapsed since the vehicle

ACC switch was turned OFF. The disc can only be removed within 10 minutes of the ACC

switch being turned OFF. If more than 10 minutes has elapsed,turn the ACC switch ON again and press the Eject button.

? The disc wont insert.65 Theres already another disc inserted.

Press the [0] button and remove the disc.

? Direct Search cant be done.66-1 Another function is ON.

Turn Random Play or other functions OFF.

? Track Search can't be done.66-2 For the discs/folders first or last song.

For each disc/folder, Track Search can't be done in the backwarddirection for the first song or in the forward direction for the lastsong.


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? Cannot play an MP3.67 The media is scratched or dirty.69

Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on (page 9).

? The sound skips when an MP3 is being played.73-1 The media is scratched or dirty.

Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on (page 9).

The recording condition is bad.73-2 Record the media again or use another media.

? The MP3 track time isnt displayed correctly.80 ---

There are times when it isnt displayed correctly according to theMP3 recording conditions.

If the following situations, consult your nearest servicecenter:Even though the disc changer is connected, the Disc Changer source is notON, with "AUX1" showing in the display during the Changer Mode.

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The messages shown below display your systemscondition.

EJECT: No disc magazine has been loaded in the changer. The discmagazine is not completely loaded.E01 Load the disc magazine properly.No CD in the unit. Insert the CD.

No Disc: No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine.E02 Load a disc into the disc magazine.

TOC Error: No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine.E04 Load a disc into the disc magazine.The CD is quite dirty. The CD is upside-down. The CD isscratched a lot. Clean the CD and load it correctly.

E-05: The CD is upside-down.E05 Load the CD correctly.

Blank Disc: Nothing has been recorded on the MD.E10

No Track: No tracks are recorded on the MD, although it has a title.E11

E-15: Media was played that doesnt have data recorded that theunit can play. E15 Use media that has data recorded that the unit can play.

No Panel: The faceplate of the slave unit being connected to this unithas been removed.E30 Replace it.

E-77: The unit is malfunctioning for some reason.E77 Press the reset button on the unit. If the "E-77" code does

not disappear, consult your nearest service center.

Mecha Error: Something is wrong with the disc magazine. Or the unit ismalfunctioning for some reason.E99 Check the disc magazine. And then press the reset button

on the unit. If the "Mecha Error" code does not disappear,consult your nearest service center.

Hold Error: The protective circuit in the unit activates when thetemperature inside the automatic disc changer exceeds 60C(140F), stopping all operation.E0d Cool down the unit by opening the windows or turning on

the air conditioner. As the temperature falls below 60C(140F), the disc will start playing again.

NO NAME: Attempted to display DNPS during the CD play having no discnames preset.E51

Waiting: Radio text data is being received.E56

Load: Discs are being exchanged in the Disc changer.E57-1

Reading: The unit is reading the data on the disc.E57-2

NO ACCESS: After setting it in the Disc Changer, DNPP was done withouthaving it been played at least 1 time.E58

IN (Blink): The CD player section is not operating properly.E59 Reinsert the CD. If the CD cannot be ejected or the display

continues to flash even when the CD has been properlyreinserted, please switch off the power and consult yournearest service center.


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Specifications

FM tuner sectionFrequency range (50 kHz space) ..............87.5 MHz 108.0 MHzUsable sensitivity (S/N = 26dB) ...............................0.7 V /75 Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 46dB) ............................1.6 V /75 Frequency response (3 dB) .................................30 Hz 15 kHzSignal to Noise ratio (MONO)..............................................65 dBSelectivity (DIN) (400 kHz).............................................. 80 dBStereo separation (1 kHz) ....................................................35 dB

MW tuner sectionFrequency range (9 kHz space) .....................531 kHz 1611 kHzUsable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB) ...........................................25 V

LW tuner sectionFrequency range .............................................153 kHz 281 kHzUsable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB) ...........................................45 V

CD player sectionLaser diode ....................................................GaAlAs (=780 nm)Digital filter (D/A) ....................................8 Times Over SamplingD/A Converter .......................................................................1 BitSpindle speed

(KDC-M7024).........................1000 400 rpm (CLV 2times)(KDC-7024)..........................................500 200 rpm (CLV)

Wow & Flutter........................................Below Measurable LimitFrequency response (1 dB) .................................10 Hz 20 kHzTotal harmonic distortion (1 kHz) ......................................0.01 %Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz) ..............................................105 dBDynamic range ....................................................................93 dBChannel separation..............................................................95 dBMP3 decode (KDC-M7024)

................Compliant with MPEG-1.0/2.0/2.5 Audio Layer-3

Audio sectionMaximum output power.................................................50 W x 4Output power (DIN 45324, +B=14.4V) ..........................30 W x 4Tone action

Bass : ..............................................................100 Hz 10 dBMiddle : .............................................................1 kHz 10 dBTreble : ............................................................10 kHz 10 dB

Preout level / Load (during disc play)....................2000 mV/10 kPreout impedance (during disc play) ................................ 600

GeneralOperating voltage (11 16V allowable) .............................14.4 VCurrent consumption.............................................................10 AInstallation Size (W x H x D) .........................178 x 50 x 165 mmWeight ................................................................................1.7 kg

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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