Kenwood KDC-MP8533 Instruction Manual

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CD-RECEIVER
KDC-MP8533

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

© B64-3309-00/00 (MW)

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    CD-RECEIVER KDC-MP8533 INSTRUCTION MANUAL © B64-3309-00/00 (MW)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety precautions CD/Audio file/External disc control features Notes Playing CD & Audio file Playing External Disc About CDs Fast Forwarding and Reversing Track/File Search About AAC, MP3 and WMA Disc Search/Folder Search Direct Track/File Search Notes on Multi-function Key System 8 Direct Disc Search Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat General features...
  • Page 3 Basic Operations of remote control 33 Accessories/ Installation Procedure 35 Connecting Wires to Terminals Installation Removing the Unit Troubleshooting Guide Specifications The "AAC" logo is trademark of Dolby Laboratories. English...
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    • Mounting and wiring this product requires 1998 or later can be connected to this unit. skills and experience. For safety’s sake, leave the Refer to the catalog or consult your Kenwood mounting and wiring work to professionals. dealer for connectable models of disc changers/ CD players.
  • Page 5: Notes

    Tuner KTC-9090DAB (optional accessory) for the • When you purchase optional accessories, check control method of DAB Tuner function. with your Kenwood dealer to make sure that they However, the following control methods of the work with your model and in your area.
  • Page 6: About Cds

    About CDs Handling CDs Removing CDs • Do not touch the recording surface of the CD. When removing CDs from this unit pull them out horizontally. CDs that can’t be used • CDs that are not round cannot be used. •...
  • Page 7: About Aac, Mp3 And Wma

    Playable AAC file : Folder ¡ • ".m4a" file encoded by AAC-LC format. : Audio file ¡! Refer to http://www.kenwood.mediamanager.jp for the details. ¡" Playable MP3 file • MPEG 1/2 Audio Layer 3 file ¡# • Transfer bit rate: 8-320 kbps ¡$...
  • Page 8: Notes On Multi-Function Key System

    Notes on Multi-function Key System Multi-function Key System serves to control various Real operational example of the Multi- functions with the [1] — [6] buttons. function Key System The basic operation of the Multi-function Key Example: Turning ON/OFF the Random Play during System is described below.
  • Page 9: General Features

    General features Control knob NEXT/ 1 – 6 Release button MENU Power Volume Turning ON the Power Increasing Volume Press the [SRC] button. Turn the [VOL] knob clockwise. Decreasing Volume Turn the [VOL] knob counterclockwise. • When the power is ON, the <Security Code> (page 28) is displayed as "CODE ON"...
  • Page 10: Volume

    General features System Q Audio Control Selecting the best sound setting preset for Select the source to adjust different types of music. Press the [SRC] button. Select the source to adjust Enter Audio Control mode Press the [SRC] button. Press the [VOL] knob. Select the key function section Select the Basic Audio item to adjust Press the [NEXT] button.
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Detail Of Audio Control

    Adjusting the detail of Audio Control Among the Basic Audio items, you can adjust the Bass level, Middle level, and Treble level in detail. Select the Basic Audio item Select the desired item to be set in detail from followings; •...
  • Page 12: System Q

    General features • You can use the Dual Zone System with the Auxiliary Audio Setup input sources listed below. Setting the Sound system, such as Cross over - Internal auxiliary input Network. Exit Audio Setup mode Press the [VOL] knob for at least 1 second. Select the source to adjust Press the [SRC] button.
  • Page 13: Tel Mute

    TEL Mute Theft Deterrent Faceplate The audio system automatically mutes when a The faceplate of the unit can be detached and call comes in. taken with you, helping to deter theft. When a call comes in Removing the Faceplate "CALL" is displayed. Press the Release button.
  • Page 14: Station/Disc Naming (Snps/Dnps)

    General features Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS) Repeat steps 5 through 7 and enter the name. Attaching a title to a Station or CD. Exit Menu mode Press the [MENU] button. Receive/play the station/disc you want to attach a title to • When operation stops for 10 seconds the name at that time is registered, and Name Set mode closes.
  • Page 15: Graphic Part Display Switching

    Display Type A/ Display Type B Display Mode Display "Display Type A" Graphic part Display Switching Changing the graphic Display. Select the key function section "Display Type B" Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [2] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System>...
  • Page 16: Wallpaper Selecting

    General features Display Type A/ Display Type B Select the display Type Wallpaper selecting Push the Control knob towards [4] or [¢]. Selecting a wallpaper to display when Display Select the "Display Type B" display. Type is set to "Display Type A"/ "Display Type B". Enter text select mode Select the wallpaper display Press the [2] ("TEXT") button.
  • Page 17: Text Display Switching

    • You can switch the information displayed in Upper text display part and Lower text display part when "Display Type D" is selected. • * If the contents of the information cannot be • Same information cannot be displayed in Upper text displayed, Play time or Frequency is displayed.
  • Page 18 Information Display Indicator "Status" Clock "Clock" Date "Date" • * If the contents of the information cannot be displayed, Kenwood Logo is displayed. Blank "Blank" • * If the contents of the information cannot be displayed, indicator is displayed. English...
  • Page 19: Font Color Select

    Display Type B/ Display Type C/ Display Type D Font Color Select Selecting the display font color. Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [2] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 8).
  • Page 20: Tuner/Tv Control Features

    Tuner/TV control features Control knob AUTO/ NEXT 1 – 6 Preset station Band display Frequency display number ST indicator Tuning Tuning Mode Selecting the station. Choose the tuning mode. Press the [AUTO] button. Select tuner source Each time you press the button, the Tuning Press the [SRC] button.
  • Page 21: Tuning Mode

    Function of remote control Auto Memory Entry Direct Access Tuning Putting stations with good reception in the memory automatically. Entering the frequency and tuning. Select the band for Auto Memory Entry Select the band Push the Control knob towards [FM] or [AM]. Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
  • Page 22: Tuning Mode

    Tuner/TV control features Function of LX BUS Television Function of LX BUS Television TV Tuning Preset TV Tuning Selecting the TV channel of a connected LX BUS Recalling the TV channels in the memory. Television (optional accessory). Select the TV band The action depends on the setting of the Push the Control knob toward [FM].
  • Page 23: Cd/Audio File/External Disc Control Features

    CD/Audio file/External disc control features Control knob NEXT 1 – 6 Track number Play time IN indicator When a disc is inserted Playing CD & Audio file Press the [SRC] button. When there is no disc inserted Select the "Compact Disc" display. Pause and play Open the panel Press the Control knob.
  • Page 24: Playing External Disc

    CD/Audio file/External disc control features Function of disc changer/ Audio file Playing External Disc Disc Search/Folder Search Playing discs set in the optional accessory disc player connected to this unit. Selecting the disc set in the Disc changer or the folder recorded on the Audio file media.
  • Page 25: Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat

    Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat Random Play Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer or Play all the songs on the disc or Audio file folder Audio file folder folder you are listening to. in random order. Select the key function section Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button.
  • Page 26: Folder Select

    CD/Audio file/External disc control features Function of Audio file Cancelling the Folder Select mode Press the [2] ("EXIT") button. Folder Select Quickly selecting the folder you want to hear. Select the key function section Text/Title Scroll Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "FSEL"...
  • Page 27: Menu System

    Menu system Control knob MENU Menu display You can continue by returning to step 2 and Menu System setting other items. Setting beep sound during operation, etc. Exit Menu mode functions. Press the [MENU] button. The Menu system basic operation method is explained here.
  • Page 28: Security Code

    Menu system In Standby mode Resetting the Security Code function when the audio unit is first used after removed Security Code from the battery power source or the Reset Activating the Security Code disables the usage button is pressed of audio unit by someone else. Once the Security Turn the power ON.
  • Page 29: Date Adjustment

    In Standby mode Adjust the hours DSI (Disabled System Indicator) Push the Control knob towards [FM] or [AM]. Adjust the minutes A red indicator will blink on the unit after the Push the Control knob towards [4] or faceplate is removed, warning potential thieves. [¢].
  • Page 30: Dimmer

    Menu system In Standby mode Display Setting Dimmer "Supreme : ON" Plays sound using the Supreme function. "Supreme : OFF" Plays the original sound stored in the audio file. Dimming this unit’s display automatically when the vehicle light switch is turned ON. Display Setting •...
  • Page 31: Crsc (Clean Reception System Circuit)

    Enter AMP Control mode Enter Menu mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "MENU" is displayed. Select the AMP Control item for adjustment Push the Control knob towards [FM] or [AM]. Select Auxiliary input display setting mode Push the Control knob towards [FM] or [AM].
  • Page 32: Built-In Auxiliary Input Setting

    Menu system In Standby mode Put the Audio Preset in the memory Built-in Auxiliary input Setting Press the Control knob for at least 2 seconds. The "Memory" display blinks 1 time. Set the Built-in Auxiliary Input function. Exit Audio Preset mode Display Setting Press the [MENU] button.
  • Page 33: Basic Operations Of Remote Control

    Basic Operations of remote control ¢ 4/¢ – FM/AM/ – DIRECT 2-ZONE DIRECT 2-ZONE [0] — [9] R.VOL Loading and Replacing the battery Basic operations Use two "AA"/ "R6"-size batteries. [VOL] buttons Slide the cover while pressing downwards to Adjusts the volume. remove it as illustrated.
  • Page 34: Dual Zone System

    Basic Operations of remote control Audio Control In Disc source [AUD] button [4]/ [¢] buttons Selects the Audio item to be adjusted. Going forwards and backwards between track/ files. [VOL] buttons – Adjusts the Audio item. ]/ [ ] buttons Going forwards and backwards between disc/ folders.
  • Page 35: Accessories/ Installation Procedure

    Accessories/ Installation Procedure 2WARNING Accessories If you connect the ignition wire (red) and the battery wire (yellow) to the car chassis (ground), you may cause a short circuit, that in turn may start a fire. Always connect those wires to the power source running through the fuse box...1 •...
  • Page 36: Connecting Wires To Terminals

    Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation. MUTE TEL mute wire (Brown) To connect the Kenwood navigation system, consult your navigation manual. To "EXT.AMP.CONT. " terminal of the amplifier having the external External amplifier control wire amp control function.
  • Page 37: Installation

    Installation non-Japanese cars Japanese cars Refer to the section <Removing the hard rubber Metal mounting strap frame> (page 39) and then remove the hard (commercially available) rubber frame. Firewall or metal support Align the holes in the unit (two locations on each side) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with the accessory screws.
  • Page 38 Installation Screwing the Faceplate on the Unit If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off, screw in the provided screws in the holes shown below. Bottom panel Accessory5 • Never insert the screw in any other screw hole than the one specified.
  • Page 39: Removing The Unit

    Removing the Unit Removing the hard rubber frame Removing the Unit Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and Refer to the section <Removing the hard rubber remove the two locks on the upper level. frame> (page 39) and then remove the hard Upper the frame and pull it forward as shown in rubber frame.
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide What might seem to be a malfunction in your unit Even if Loudness is turned ON, high-pitched tone may just be the result of slight misoperation or isn’t compensated for. ✔ Tuner source is selected. miswiring. Before calling service, first check the ☞...
  • Page 41 Tuner source Disc source Radio reception is poor. "AUX EXT" is displayed without achieving ✔ The car antenna is not extended. External disc control mode. ☞ Pull the antenna out all the way. ✔ Unsupported disc changer is connected. ✔ The antenna control wire is not connected. ☞...
  • Page 42 Troubleshooting Guide Audio file source The messages shown below display your systems condition. Cannot play an Audio file. ✔ The media is scratched or dirty. Eject: No disc magazine has been loaded in ☞ Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning the changer.
  • Page 43 Hold Error: The protective circuit in the unit activates when the temperature inside the automatic disc changer exceeds 60°C (140°F), stopping all operation. ➪ Cool down the unit by opening the windows or turning on the air conditioner. As the temperature falls below 60°C (140°F), the disc will start playing again.
  • Page 44: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications subject to change without notice. FM tuner section Audio section Frequency range Maximum output power (50 kHz space) : 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz : 50 W x 4 (200 kHz space): 87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz Full Bandwidth Power (at less than 1% THD) : 22 W x 4 Usable sensitivity (S/N = 30dB) : 9.3dBf (0.8 μV /75 Ω)

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