Contents Safety precautions Notes About CDs General features Power Selecting the Source Volume System Q Audio Control Speaker Setting Switching Display Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS) Auxiliary Input Display Setting Theft Deterrent Faceplate Tuner features Tuning Mode Tuning Direct Access Tuning Station Preset Memory Auto Memory Entry Preset Tuning Frequency Step Setting...
• 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.
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KENWOOD disc changers/ CD players released in 1998 or later can be connected to this unit. Refer to the catalog or consult your Kenwood dealer for connectable models of disc changers/ CD players. Note that any KENWOOD disc changers/ CD players released in 1997 or earlier and disc changers made by other makers cannot be connected to this unit.
Notes Cleaning the Unit If the faceplate of this unit is stained, wipe it with a dry soft cloth such as a silicon cloth. If the faceplate is stained badly, wipe the stain off with a cloth moistened with neutral cleaner, then wipe neutral detergent off.
About CDs Handling CDs • Don’t touch the recording surface of the CD. • 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. •...
General features Release button FM AM Power Turning ON the Power Press the [SRC] button. • When the power is ON, the 'Security Code' (page 18) is displayed as "CODE ON" or "CODE OFF". Turning OFF the Power Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second. Selecting the Source Press the [SRC] button.
General features System Q You can recall the best sound setting preset for different types of music. Select the source to set Press the [SRC] button. Select the Sound type Press the [Q] button. Each time the button is pressed the sound setting switches.
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In CD & External disc source Information Display Disc title (In External disc source) "D-TITLE" Track title (In External disc source) "T-TITLE" Track number & Play time "P-TIME" Disc name "DNPS" Clock In Auxiliary input source Information Auxiliary input name Clock •...
Name Set mode closes. • Memory numbers - FM: 28 stations - AM: 10 stations - Internal CD player: 10 discs - External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the CD changer/ player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual.
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• The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts. For that reason, keep the faceplate in its special storage case while detached. • Do not expose the faceplate or its storage case to direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity.
Tuner features FM AM ST indicator Tuning Mode Choose the tuning mode. Press the [AUTO] button. Each time the button is pressed the Tuning mode switches as shown below. Tuning mode Display Operation Auto seek "AUTO 1" Automatic search for a station. Preset station seek "AUTO 2"...
Canceling Direct Access Tuning Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote. Station Preset Memory Putting the station in the memory. Select the band Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the frequency to put in the memory Press the [ ] or [ ] button.
CD/External disc control features Release button DISC+ DISC– IN indicator Playing CD When there is no disc inserted Drop open the faceplate Press the Release button. Insert a disc. Press the faceplate on the left side, and return it to its former position. •...
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 play Press the [ ] button. Each time the button is pressed it pauses and plays.
CD/External disc control features Track/Disc Repeat Replaying the track/disc you're listening to. Press the [REP] button. Each time the button is pressed the Repeat Play switches as shown below. Repeat play Track Repeat Disc Repeat (Function of disc changer) Function of CD/MD Scan Play Playing the first part of each song on the disc you are listening to and searching for the song you...
Menu system FM AM Menu System 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. Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second.
Menu system In Standby mode Security Code Because authorization by the Security Code is required when it's removed from the vehicle, personalizing this unit is by using the Security Code is a help in preventing theft. • When the Security Code function is activated it can't be released.
DSI (Disabled System Indicator) A red indicator will blink on the unit after the faceplate is removed, warning potential thieves. Display Setting "DSI ON" LED flashes. "DSI OFF" LED OFF. Switching Display Type Setting the Display type. Display Setting "DISP C" Demonstration.
Accessory of the KDC-5026 Basic Operations of remote VOL. FM/AM/DISC /DISC DNPP Not Used [0] — [9] 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.
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. ]/ [ ] buttons Tune up or down band. [0] — [9] buttons Press buttons [1] — [6] to recall preset stations. [DIRECT]/ [OK] button Enters and cancels the 'Direct Access Tuning' (page 12) mode.
Accessories/ Installation Procedure Accessories English Installation Procedure 1. To prevent a short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - battery. 2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit. 3. Connect the speaker wires of the wiring harness..1 4.
Connecting Wires to Terminals KENWOOD disc changer input To connect the Disc changer, consult your Disc changer manual. If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. When using the optional power amplifier, connect to its power control terminal.
Installation non-Japanese cars Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Firewall or metal support Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place. Self-tapping screw (commercially available) Screw (M4X8) (commercially available) • Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip).
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Screwing the Faceplate on the Unit If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off. Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber frame' (page 26) and then remove the hard rubber frame.
Removing the Unit Removing the hard rubber frame 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. Accessory Removal tool When the upper level is removed, remove the lower two locations.
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. General The power does not turn ON. The fuse has blown.
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After setting it in the Disc Changer, DNPP was done without having it been played at least 1 time. IN (Blink): The CD player section is not operating properly. Reinsert the CD. If the CD cannot be ejected or the display continues to flash...