Kenwood KDC-D300 User's Manual
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1. press of the release button causes the faceplate to drop to the front thereby exposing the CD slot 2 Holding the CD with the labeled side facing up insert it in the slot The CD will start playing 3 Push back on the right side of the faceplate with your hand until it locks NOTE Select CD2 when this unit is connected to tha CD receiver Selection of the CD mode when a CD has not been loaded results in the display of EJECT or E 01 For centre units brought on to the market from 1999 onwards it is not possible to switch to the CD mode unless a CD has already been inserted Operation for O Setting 1 A press of the release button causes the faceplate to drop to the front thereby exposing the CD slot 2 Holding the CD with the labeled side facing up insert it in the slot 3 Set the source mode of the centre unit to the DISC mode CD play will begin NOTE Depending on the unit that is connected DISC 1 or DISC 2 will be displayed Selection of the DISC mode when a CD has not been loaded results in the display of EJECT or 01 Setting the source mode of the Centre unit to a setting other than disc changer mode will cause the indicators and button illumination of this unit to be switched off but the CD loading eject operation will still be possible To allow the Centre unit to recognize this unit as a disc changer disc switching operations such as2. 10 Installation Installation Firewall or metal support Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and Self tapping Metal mounting strap attach it in place screw commercially available commercially available On cars where there is no compartment in the centre for installing a car audio unit Use the spacer to affix the centre unit sleeve and the sleeve attached to the main unit in such a way that they are correctly aligned both depthwise and horizontally On cars lacking a centre compartment Installation E Removing the hard rubber frame E Removing the Unit 1 Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the two 1 Refer to the section Removing the hard rubber frame and locks on the lower level then remove the hard rubber frame Lower the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure 2 Remove the Hex head screw with integral washer M4x8 on the back panel 3 Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots on each side as shown Accessory XJA Accessory Removal tool 2 When the lower level is removed remove the upper two locations 4 Lower the removal tool toward the bottom and pull out the unit halfway whilst lt gt pressing towards the inside Be careful to avoid injury from the catch pins on the removal tool The frame can be removed from the top side in the same manner
3. The protective circuit in the unit activates when the temperature inside the CD player 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 14 Specifications subject to change without notice CD player section General WAS CM GaAlAs A 780 nm Operating 14 4 V 11 16 V allowable Digital filter 8 Times Over Sampling Current CONSUMPTION ee 0 6 A D A Converte era ches eeii 1 Bit Installation size W x H x D 182 x 50 x 145 mm Spindle speed 500 200 rpm CLV 7 3 16 x 1 15 16 x 5 3 4 in Wow amp Below Measurable Limit WENT sexes atten ete 1 3 kg 2 9 Lbs Frequency response 1 dB Total harmonic distortion 1 kHz Signal to Noise ratio a ee
4. A to Z 0 to 9 toes The disc name will be displayed when a CD that has been disc name preset to this unit is played by this unit Operations A press of the 4 button stops the CD play and ejects the CD When you load a CD and eject it right away the next time you try to insert the CD may not load In such a situation take the CD out for a moment and then reinsert it Display Level Adjustment You can adjust the spectrum analyzer level 1 2 3 Selecting CD play source mode Press the DISP button for at least one second Press either the gt gt or 1444 button on the centre unit Press the gt e button Level increased Press the lt button Level decreased by 11 steps Ending the display level adjustment mode Press the DISP button Theft Deterrent Faceplate The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you helping to deter theft Removing Faceplate Press the release button and drop open the faceplate In its dropped condition whilst drawing the faceplate to one side pull it to the front and remove it Release button NOTE e f the controls remain untouched for a period of 5 minutes or more after the panel has dropped open or been removed the disc will automatically stop playing A warning beep starts sounding 30 seconds before play stops automatically The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment can be damaged by shock
5. 5 Pull the unit all the way out with your hands being careful not to drop it Troubleshooting Guide What might seem to be a malfunction in your unit may just be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring Before calling service first check the following table for possible problems PROBLEM The disc control mode cannot be selected No sound can be heard or the volume is low The spectrum analyser is not displayed Nothing happens when the buttons are pressed ACD ejects as soon as it is loaded The sound skips on a CD A track will not play POSSIBLE CAUSE No cable has been connected to the disc changer input terminal on the unit SOLUTION Connect the control cable to the disc changer input terminal on the centre unit No CD has been inserted Attenuator is turned on For centre units brought on to the market from 1999 onwards it is not possible to switch to the CD mode unless a CD has already been inserted Turn off Attenuator The fader or balance settings are set all the way to one side Reset the fader or balance settings 5 minutes have elapsed since the panel dropped open The speaker input cable is not connected When 5 minutes have elapsed since the panel dropped open the disc will automatically stop playing Refer to the Connections section and connect the cable The fader setting has been adjusted to the rear side Adjust the fader control on the
6. KENWOOD KDC D300 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION COMPACT MSE B64 1430 00 E MC DIGITAL AUDIO 00 2 1 99 12 11 10987654321 Contents Before use Safety Precautions Handling Compact Discs Operations Buttons and Display Playing CDs Switching Spectrum Analyzer Display Presetting Disc Names Eject Display Level Adjustment Theft Deterrent Faceplate Installation Accessories Installation Procedure Connections Installation Troubleshooting guide Specifications Safety precautions To prevent injury or fire take the following precautions Insert the unit all the way in until it is fully locked in place Otherwise it may fall out of place when jolted To prevent a short circuit never put or leave any metallic objects such as coins or metal tools inside the unit e If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange smells turn off the power immediately and consult your Kenwood dealer Make sure not to get your fingers caught between the faceplate and the unit Be careful not to drop the unit or subject it to strong shock The unit may break or crack because it contains glass parts ACAUTION To prevent damage to the machine take the following precautions e 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 humidi
7. ape CDs only for this unit and do not use any special shape CDs Use of special shape CDs may cause the unit to malfunction e Be sure to use CDs with disc mark only for this unit Do Not Use CDs with Sticker on the Labelled Side Do not use the CD with the label sticker stuck on it Using such a CD may cause the CD to be deformed and the sticker to peel off resulting in malfunction of the unit Operations Buttons and Display Release button KENwooD DISP button Setting of the O N switch will be required depending on the Centre unit that is to be connected See Page 10 The operations you perform and the resultant operation of the unit will differ depending on the setting of the O N switch Please see the appropriate description of operations for the O or N switch setting Playing CDs NOTE The various CD operations are performed with the Centre unit For information about the operation method please see the Centre unit instruction manual ACAUTION e When inserting a CD make sure the CD has been completely drawn in before pushing back the faceplate Failing to do so might scratch the CD Do not attempt to insert a CD into the slot if another one is already there The unit can only play 12 cm 5 in CDs If you insert a 8 cm 3 in CD it will get stuck inside and can cause the unit to malfunction Operation for N Setting
8. centre unit to the centre position The analyser display level has been set too low Adjust it to a higher level The volume is too low The CD is upside down The computer chip in the unit is not functioning normally Raise the volume or alternatively adjust the analyser display level to a higher level Press the reset button on the centre unit Load the CD with the labeled side up The CD is quite dirty The CD is scratched or dirty Random play has been selected Clean the CD referring to the section on Cleaning CDs see p 5 Clean the CD referring to the section on Cleaning CDs see p 5 Turn off random play The system will not enter the Menu mode The system is not in CD play mode 413 If the main unit is not in CD play mode it will not go into the Menu mode Troubleshooting Guide The following messages are displayed on the centre unit when certain problems are occurring in your system Take the recommended actions E 01 EJECT NO PANEL E 30 E 04 E 99 E Od HOLD No CD in the unit Insert the CD The faceplate of this unit has been removed Replace it The CD is quite dirty The CD is upside down The CD is scratched a lot Clean the CD and load it correctly The unit is malfunctioning for some reason Press the reset button on the centre unit If the E 99 code does not disappear consult your nearest service centre
9. his unit to suit the centre unit Connect the speaker input cable to the front speaker cable of the wiring hernees of the centre unit Connect the control cable to the control connector Install the unit in your car Reconnect the battery Press the reset button on the centre unit ACAUTION Do not connect the changer control cable while the centre unit is turned ON Be sure to press the reset button after installation e Whether the centre unit in use is compatible with the N operation or not can be identified by referring to its instruction manual description of the disc control mode etc e When this unit is connected with the KCA S200 changer switching unit set the O N switch to O Do not let unconnected wires or terminals touch metal on the car or anything else conducting electricity To prevent a short circuit do not remove the caps on the ends of the unconnected wires or the terminals e After the unit is installed check whether the brake lamps blinkers wipers etc on the car are working properly Mount the unit so that the mounting angle is 30 or less N w So ore Centre unit White Black White Black White Gray Black lt Gray Black KDC D300 Accessory ACAUTION f the speaker input cable is not connected or connected wrongly the spectrum analyser will not be displayed
10. k tape on either side of the CD Tape Storing CDs Do not store CDs in areas exposed to direct sunlight such as a car seat or the dashboard or other hot places Remove CDs from the unit when not listening to them for a while and put them back in their cases Do not pile up CDs that are removed from their cases or prop them against something Cleaning CDs If a CD has gotten dirty wipe it off gently using a commercially available cleaning cloth or a soft cotton cloth starting from the center of the disc and moving outward Do not clean CDs with conventional record cleaners anti static formulas or chemicals such as paint thinner or benzene Do Not Load CD Accessories Do not use commercially available CD accessories that can be loaded into the CD slot such as stabilizers protective sheets or CD cleaning discs since they can cause the unit to malfunction Removing the CD Only remove the CD from the machine in a horizontal direction holding it flat You may damage the surface of the CD if you try pulling it down as it ejects Se ie Checking New CDs for Burrs When playing a new CD for the first time check that there are not any burrs stuck to the perimeter of the disc or in the central hole CDs with burrs stuck on them may not load properly or may skip while playing Remove burrs using a ballpoint pen or a similar utensil 1 222 x Do Not Use Special Shape CDs Be sure to use round sh
11. leaning the Unit If the front panel gets dirty turn off the a power and wipe the panel with a dry silicon cloth or soft cloth ACAUTION Do not wipe the panel with a stiff cloth or a cloth dampened by volatile solvents such as paint thinner and alcohol They can scratch the surface of the panel and or cause the indicator letters to peel off Lens Fogging Right after you turn on the car heater in cold weather dew or condensation may form on the lens in the CD player of the unit Called lens fogging CDs may be impossible to play In such a situation remove the disc and wait LASER PRODUCT for the condensation to evaporate If the unit still does not operate normally after a whilst consult your Kenwood dealer The marking of products using lasers Except for some areas CLASS 1 The label is attached to the chassis case and says that the component uses laser beams that have been classified as Class 1 It means that the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker class There is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit Handling Compact discs Playing a CD that is dirty scratched or warped can cause the sound to skip and the unit to operate incorrectly resulting in worsened sound quality Take the following precautions to prevent your CDs from getting scratched or damaged Handling CDs Do not touch the recorded side of the CD the side opposite the label when holding it Do not stic
12. s or jolts For that reason keep the faceplate in its special storage case whilst detached Do not expose the faceplate or its storage case to direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing Reattaching Faceplate Hold the faceplate so that the operation face faces the front toward you and press until it locks The faceplate will be set and the unit will be operational NOTE When there is difficulty in setting the faceplate align the depression on the left side of the faceplate with the shaft of the unit then lock Shaft aa Depression Accessories External view Sarsia Number of items External view iatis Number of items AS o ACAUTION The use of any accessories except for those provided might result in damage to the unit Make sure only to use the accessories shipped with the unit as shown above Procedure Installa The O N switch should be set according to the Centre unit in use as well as to the connected models When the centre unit is compatible with the N operation set the O N switch to When it is not compatible with the N operation set the O N switch to O because the operation is not available The initial setting of the switch is N 1 To prevent a short circuit remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the battery Set the O N switch of t
13. the following are not permitted disc search and disc repeat disc name preset play etc Switching Spectrum Analyzer Display You can select the display to enjoy sounds with eyes Operation for N Setting Each time you press the DISP button the spectrum analyzer display switches as following table Operation for O Setting 1 Selecting CD play source mode 2 Each time you press the DISP button the spectrum analyzer display switches as follows Disp ays 1 to 9 are automatically shown in succession for abou Display pattern y Display pattern b Display pattern v Disp l v Display pattern t five seconds each ay pattern Display off Display pattern Display pattern Display pattern Display pattern Presetting Disc Names NOTE Depending on the centre unit the number of characters and or the number of discs that can be preset may differ or operations may not be possible Operation for Setting This unit permits up to 12 characters to be used for disc name presetting with as many as 40 discs The disc name will be displayed when the disc name has been preset to any of the connected units Operation for O Setting This unit permits up to 12 characters to be used for disc name presetting with as many as 40 discs The characters that can be entered
14. ty Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing Do not set the removed faceplate or the aceplate case in areas exposed to direct sunlight excessive heat or humidity Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing e To prevent deterioration do not touch the erminals of the unit or faceplate with your ingers Do not subject the faceplate to excessive Do not place any object between the aceplate and the unit During installation do not use any screws except for the ones provided The use of improper screws might result in damage to he main unit shock as it is a piece of precision equipment ACAUTION Do Not Load 3 in CDs in the CD slot If you try to load a 3 CD with its adapter into the unit the adapter might separate from the CD and damage the unit IMPORTANT INFORMATION This unit is NOT designed to be connected directly to control units that are manufactured and sold before 1994 If used with such units an optional CA SD200 sold separately must be used FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THIS UNIT AND CONTROL UNIT Safety precautions Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals Cleaning the CD Slot If the terminals on the unit or faceplate get As dust can accumulate in the CD slot clean dirty wipe them with a dry soft cloth it occasionally Your CDs can get scratched if you put them in a dusty CD slot C
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