KDC-X969(K)_Cover_3 03.1.6 10:17 AM Page 1 KDC-X969 KDC-X869 KDC-MP922 CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO Take the time to read through this instruction manual. Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best performance from your new CD-receiver. For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 2 English Contents Safety precautions.............................4 About RDS .........................................5 About Sirius Satellite radio tuner ......................................5 Notes on playing MP3/WMA .............6 Notes on Multi-function Key System.....................................8 About CDs..........................................9 General features ..............................
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 3 2Warning 2CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety. KENWOOD CORPORATION 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-CHO, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS N0.21 CFR 1040.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 4 English Safety precautions 2WARNING 2CAUTION To prevent injury or fire, take the following precautions: To prevent damage to the machine, 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. • When extending the ignition, battery, or ground wires, make sure to use automotivegrade wires or other wires with a 0.
About RDS NOTE • If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer. • If the unit fails to operate properly, press the Reset button. The unit returns to factory settings when the Reset button is pressed. If the unit still fails to operate properly after the Reset button has been pressed, contact your local KENWOOD dealer for assistance. • Press the reset button if the disc auto changer fails to operate correctly. Normal operation should be restored. NAME.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 6 English Notes on playing MP3/WMA This unit can play MP3(MPEG1, 2, 2.5 Audio Layer 3)/WMA. Note, however, that the MP3/WMA recording media and formats acceptable are limited. When writing MP3/WMA, pay attention to the following restrictions. Acceptable media Play mode may not be possible when portions of the functions of Windows Media Player 9 or higher are used.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 7 MP3/WMA playing order When a File Search is executed with file ¡$ being played ... When selected for play, Folder Search, File Search, or for Folder Select, files and folders are accessed in the order in which they were written by the CD writer. Because of this, the order in which they are expected to be played may not match the order in which they are actually played.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 8 English Notes on Multi-function Key System Multi-function Key System serves to control various functions with the [2] — [5] buttons. The basic operation of the Multi-function Key System is described below. What's the Multi-function Key System? This unit is equipped with the Multi-function Key System that enables the operation of multiple functions with one button.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 9 About CDs Handling CDs CD cleaning CD storage • Don’t touch the recording surface of the CD. Clean from the center of the disc and move outward. • Don’t place them in direct sunlight (On the seat or dashboard etc.) and where the temperature is high. • Store CDs in their cases. Removing CDs • CD-R and CD-RW are easier to damage than a normal music CD. Use a CD-R or a CD-RW after reading the caution items on the package etc. • Don’t stick tape etc.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 10 English General features VOLUME CONTROL 2-5 RTN NEXT RTN NEXT Power Turning ON the Power Turn the vehicle ignition ON. The panel appears. Turing OFF the Power Turn the vehicle ignition OFF. The panel hides. AME ATT Q NAME.S SRC NAME.S NF AM/ NF DAB FM 4 Do not apply force to the panel during operation. It can cause damage. When the power is ON, the (page 40) is displayed as "CODE ON" or "CODE OFF".
KDC-X969_U.S_r5.pg 03.1.6 10:27 AM Page 11 Adjustment Item The panel tilts upwards The panel tilts downwards The panel slides backward The panel slides forward Volume Increasing Volume Turn the [VOLUME CONTROL] knob clockwise. Decreasing Volume Turn the [VOLUME CONTROL] knob counterclockwise. 4 Button [2] [3] [4] [5] Display "ANG–" "ANG+" "SLD–" "SLD+" Exit Panel Position Setting mode Press the [RTN] button.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 12 English General features When it’s ON, "Non Fader ON" is displayed. System Q You can recall the best sound setting preset for different types of music. 1 Select the source to set Press the [SRC] button. 2 Select the Sound type Press the [Q] button. Each time the button is pressed the sound setting switches.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 13 2 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "AUD" is displayed above the [2] button. Refer to (page 8). 3 Enter Audio Control mode Press the [2] ("AUD") button. 4 Select the Adjustment item section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until the desired Adjustment item is displayed above the [2] — [5] button.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 14 English General features • According to the Bass Q Factor setting value, the frequencies that can be set in Bass Center Frequency change as shown below. Bass Q Factor Bass Center Frequency 1.00/1.25/1.50 60/70/80/100 2.00 60/70/80/150 • When the bass extend is set to ON, low frequency response is extended by 20%.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 [5] button Adjustment Item WOW TruBass FOCUS SRS 4:44 PM Display "SRS WOW" "SRS TruBass" "FOCUS" "SRS" Page 15 3rd section Range Low/High/OFF ON/OFF Low/High/OFF ON/OFF • Loudness: Compensating for low and high tones during low volume. • WOW: TruBass, FOCUS and SRS are all set to values shown below.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 16 English General features KDC-X869/MP922 Display Mode Display "Display Type A" Display Mode Switching Switching the display mode. 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [3] button. Refer to (page 8). Enter display control mode Press the [3] ("DISP") button. 3 Select the display mode Press the [2] ("MODE") button.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 17 Function of the KDC-X969 Right Side Graphic Display Switching Switching the Right side graphic Display. 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [3] button. Refer to (page 8). 2 Enter display control mode Press the [3] ("DISP") button. 3 Select the Right side graphic display Press the [3] ("SA") button.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 18 English General features Function of the KDC-X969 Wallpaper selecting Select a wallpaper to display when Display Type is set to "Display Type B" or "Display Type C". 1 Select the wallpaper display Refer to (page 17). 2 Select the wallpaper Display the wallpapers one after another and select one 1 Turn the wallpaper scan ON Press the [38] button.
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KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 20 English General features Function of the KDC-X969 Left Side Graphic Display Switching Switching the Left side graphic Display. 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [3] button. Refer to (page 8). 2 Enter display control mode Press the [3] ("DISP") button. 3 Switch the Left graphic part Press the [4] ("GRPH") button.
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KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 23 Function of the KDC-X869/KDC-MP922 Switching the Standby Display Font Color Select Switching the information displayed in Standby. 1 Selecting the display font color. Enter Standby Press the [SRC] button. Select the "ALL OFF" display. 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [3] button. Refer to (page 8).
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 24 English General features Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS) Attaching a title to a Station or CD. 1 6 7 Receive/play the station/disc you want to attach a title to Enter name set mode Press the [NAME.S] button for at least 2 seconds. "Name Set" is displayed. 3 Move the cursor to the enter character position Press the [4] or [¢] button. 4 Select the character type Press the [2] — [4] button.
• The back panel is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts. For that reason, keep the back panel in its special storage case while detached. • Do not expose the Backpanel 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. The Backpanel of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 26 English General features Hiding the Control Panel 2 Select the key function section Press 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 mode Press the [5] ("2-ZN") button. 4 Select the item for adjustment Press the desired [2] — [3] button.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 27 Tuner features • The Dual Zone System can be used with the sources shown below. - Internal auxiliary input - KCA-S210A - CA-C1AX - External disc changer/ player - Sirius satellite radio tuner • While Dual Zone System is ON, the setting of Dual Zone System Front or Rear is disabled. Set Dual Zone System Front or Rear first, and then set the Dual Zone System to ON. • When the Dual Zone System is ON, there is no Dual zone channel audio control or other effect.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 28 English Tuner features Tuning Mode Direct Access Tuning (Function of remote) Choose the tuning mode. Entering the frequency and tuning. Press the [AUTO] button. Each time the button is pressed the Tuning mode switches as shown below. Tuning mode Display Operation Auto seek "Auto1" Automatic search for a station. 1 Select the band Press the [FM] or [AM] button. 2 Enter Direct Access Tuning mode Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote.
Selecting the stations to display SNPS. 1 Enter SNPP mode Press the [DNPP] button on the remote.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 30 English RDS features Radio Text Scroll 1-6 Scrolling the displayed radio text. RTN AME NAME.S NF Press the [SCRL] button. NEXT PTY (Program Type) DAB Selecting the Program Type and searching for a station. PTY SCRL AM FM 4 ¢ 1 KDC-X969 Enter PTY mode Press the [PTY] button. "PTY Select" is displayed. This function can't be used during a traffic bulletin or AM reception.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 3 02.12.13 Jazz Classical R&B Soft R & B Language Religious Music Religious Talk Personality Public College Weather 4:44 PM Page 31 "Jazz" "Classical" "Rhythm & Blues" "Soft R & B" "Foreign Language" "Religious Music" "Religious Talk" "Personality" "Public" "College" "Weather" Confirming the Program Type Press the [SCRL] button. The Program Type is displayed for 5 seconds. 4 Exit PTY mode Press the [PTY] button.
English CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features 2-5 NEXT Playing CD & MP3/WMA When there is no disc inserted RTN AME 38 SRC NAME.S SCRL NF AM NEXT 1 Open the panel to insert disc Press the [0] button. 2 Insert a disc. When the faceplate has been slid open, it might interfere with the shift lever or something else. If this happens, pay attention to safety and move the shift lever or take an appropriate action, then operate the unit.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 33 The MP3/WMA 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, or Romeo. The methods and precautions to be followed for writing MP3/WMA data are covered in (page 6). Check that section before creating your MP3/WMA media. Reversing Hold down on the [4] button. Release your finger to play the disc at that point.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 34 English CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features In CD & External disc source Repeat play Track Repeat Direct Disc Search (Function of disc changers with remote) Doing Disc Search by entering the disc number. 1 Enter the disc number Press the number buttons on the remote. 2 Do Disc Search Press the [DISC+] or [DISC–] button.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 35 Random Play Text/Title Scroll Play all the songs on the disc or MP3/WMA folder in random order. 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "RDM" is displayed above the [3] button. 2 Turn ON/OFF the Random Play Press the [3] ("RDM") button. Each time the button is pressed Random Play turns ON or OFF. When it's ON, "Random ON" is displayed. Scrolling the displayed CD text, MP3/WMA text, or MD title.
English CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features KDC-X869/MP922 Displays the current folder name. Folder Select (Function of MP3/WMA) Quickly selecting the folder you want to listen to. 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "FSEL" is displayed above the [5] button. Refer to (page 8). 2 Enter Folder Select mode Press the [5] ("FSEL") button. "Select Mode" is displayed.
Sirius tuner control features Select Sirius Satellite Radio Mode 1-6 NEXT RTN Selecting the Sirius Satellite Radio Tuner (optional accessory) connected to this unit. NEXT Selecting Sirius Mode Press the [SRC] button. Select the "SIRIUS" display. AME NAME.S SRC AUTO SCRL NF • You need to subscribe to SIRIUS to receive the service by Sirius Satellite Radio. Consult SIRIUS if "CALL 888-539 SIRIUS TO SUBSCRIBE" appears. • It may take a little time to start receiving after you selected the SIRIUS source.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 38 English Sirius tuner control features Channel/Category Search Selecting the channel and category you want to receive. 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "CH+"/ "CH–"/ "CS+"/ "CS–" is displayed above the [2] — [5] button. 2 Select the item for adjustment Press the desired [2] — [5] button. Each time the button is pressed the items switch as shown below.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 39 On each band, 1 channel can be put in the memory on each [1] — [6] button. Text Scroll for Sirius tuner source Scrolls the displayed channel name and other items. Only the channel number is stored. Category information is not stored. Press the [SCRL] button. Preset Tuning Calling up the channels in the memory. 1 Select the preset band Press the [FM] button. 2 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button.
English Menu system Menu System RTN NAME.S NF NEXT Setting during operation beep sound etc. functions. The Menu system basic operation method is explained here. The reference for the Menu items and their setting content is after this operation explanation. 1 Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "MENU" is displayed. 2 Select the menu item Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Example: When you want to set the beep sound select the "Beep" display.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 41 Security Code is a help in preventing theft. 2 When the Security Code function is activated, the code can't be changed and the function can't be released. Note, the Security Code can be set as the 4 digit number of your choice. 1 Enter Standby Press the [SRC] button. Select the "ALL OFF" display. 2 Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. When "MENU" is displayed, "Security" is displayed.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 42 English Menu system Date Adjustment 1 2 Select Date Adjust mode Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "Date Adjust" display. Synchronize Clock Synchronizing the RDS station time data and this unit's clock. Display "SYNC OFF" "SYNC ON" Enter Date Adjust mode Press the [4] or [¢] button for at least 1 second. The date display blinks. 3 Selecting the item (day, month, or year) to adjust Press the [4] or [¢] button.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 43 Function of the KDC-X969 Font Type Select Selecting the display font. 1 Select Font Type Select Mode Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "Font Select" display. 2 Select the font Press the [4] or [¢] button. Eject angle setting This function sets the opening and closing operation of a panel when a disc is inserted and when it is ejected.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 44 English Menu system Built-in Amp Mute Setting Function of the KDC-X969/KDC-X869 B.M.S. Frequency Offset Toggles ON or OFF the mute control on the built-in amplifier. Turning ON this control enhances the preout quality. Display "AMP Mute:OFF"/ "AMP Mute OFF" Setting The built-in amplifier activates. "AMP Mute:ON"/ "AMP Mute ON" The built-in amplifier deactivates. Setting the central frequency boosted by B.M.S.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:44 PM Page 45 The text scrolled is shown below. • CD text • Folder name/ File name/ Song title/ Artist name/ Album name • MD title • Radio text • Text for the Sirius tuner source, including Channel name, etc. CRSC (Clean Reception System Circuit) Temporarily have reception switched from stereo to mono to reduce multi-path noise when listening to the FM station. Display "CRSC:ON"/"CRSC ON" "CRSC:OFF"/"CRSC OFF" Setting The CRSC is ON. The CRSC is OFF.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 46 English Menu system When the downloading finishes, "Finished Download" is displayed. Function of the KDC-X969 Picture downloading Downloading movies and wallpapers. Downloaded pictures can be used for the display of this unit. 1 Quantity Inset a CD-R/CD-RW. Insert a CD-R/CD-RW containing files to be downloaded into this unit. Refer to (page 32) for details. Our URL
Basic Operations of remote Loading and Replacing the battery Use two "AA"-size batteries. Slide the cover while pressing downwards to remove it as illustrated. Insert the batteries with the + and – poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case. 2WARNING Store unused batteries out of the reach of children. Contact a doctor immediately if the battery is accidentally swallowed. Do not set the remote on hot places such as above the dashboard. Basic operations [VOL.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 48 English Basic Operations of remote [0] — [9] buttons When in (page 33) and (page 34), enter the track/file/disc number. In Tuner source [FM]/ [AM] buttons Select the band. Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands. [4]/ [¢] buttons Tune up or down band. In Sirius tuner source [FM] buttons Select the preset band.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 49 Accessories External view ......... Number of items External view ......... Number of items 1 4 .........1 2 .........2 .........4 5 .........2 3 .........4 Do not use any accessories other than those provided with your unit. If you use other accessories, you may damage the unit. Installation Procedure 1. To prevent a short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - battery. 2.
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KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 51 Installation (non-Japanese cars) Firewall or metal support Screw (M4X8) (commercially available) Phillips truss head sheet metal screw (commercially available) Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place. Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip).
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 52 English Installation (Japanese-cars) Removing the Unit ■ Removing the hard rubber frame After aligning the factory-installed radio bracket, tighten the screws. For Toyota Car 8mm 5mm 1 Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the two locks on the upper level. Upper the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 53 Locking the Backpanel to the unit ■ Removing the Unit 1 Refer to the section and then remove the hard rubber frame. 2 3 Remove the screw (M4 × 8) on the back side. 1 Refer to the Removing the Backpanel function of the section on (page 25) and remove the Backpanel. 2 Insert the panel lock screws into the holes at the sides of the panel.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 54 English 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. ? ✔ 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 . General ? The power does not turn ON.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg ? ? ? 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 55 Disc source The Dimmer function doesn’t work. 38-1 ✔ The Dimmer wire isn’t 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. ? "AUX1" is displayed without achieving External disc control mode.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 56 English Troubleshooting Guide MP3/WMA source ? The messages shown below display your systems condition. Cannot play an MP3/WMA.67 ✔ The media is scratched or dirty.69 ☞ Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on (page 9). Eject: No disc magazine has been loaded in the changer. The disc magazine is not completely loaded.E01 ➪ Load the disc magazine properly. No CD in the unit. ➪ Insert the CD.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg Hold Error: 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 57 The protective circuit in the unit activates when the temperature inside the automatic disc changer exceeds 60°C (140°F), stopping all operation.E0d ➪ 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. NO NAME: Attempted to display DNPS during the CD play having no disc names preset. Waiting: Radio text data is being received.
KDC-X969_U.S_r4.pg 02.12.13 4:45 PM Page 58 English Specifications Specifications subject to change without notice. FM tuner section Audio section Frequency range (200 kHz space) ............87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 30dB) ..................9.3dBf (0.8 µV /75 Ω) Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 50dB) .............15.2dBf (1.6 µV /75 Ω) Frequency response (±3.0 dB) ..............................30 Hz – 15 kHz Signal to Noise ratio (MONO) ..............................................
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