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... the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the product. KDC-MP238/CR KDC-MP208 KDC-138/CR CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD MODE D'EMPLOI REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Take the time to the ...model and serial numbers whenever you obtain the best performance from your new CD-receiver. Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer...
... the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the product. KDC-MP238/CR KDC-MP208 KDC-138/CR CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL AMPLI-TUNER LECTEUR DE CD MODE D'EMPLOI REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS RECEPTOR DE FM/AM MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Take the time to the ...model and serial numbers whenever you obtain the best performance from your new CD-receiver. Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer...
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... Setting Basic Operations of remote control 13 Appendix 14 Accessories/ Installation Procedure 15 Connecting Wires to Terminals 16 Installation 17 Troubleshooting Guide 18 Specifications 19 2 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR
... Setting Basic Operations of remote control 13 Appendix 14 Accessories/ Installation Procedure 15 Connecting Wires to Terminals 16 Installation 17 Troubleshooting Guide 18 Specifications 19 2 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR
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... cannot play a CD-R or CD-RW that are used . • This unit can be displayed by this unit are A-Z 0-9 KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208) • The illustrations of the unit. Handling CDs • Do ... as a silicon cloth. If the faceplate is initially set on the car heater in the CD player of the display and the panel appearing in this unit is pressed. • Press the...• If the CD center hole or outside rim has burrs, use the CD only after a while, consult your Kenwood dealer. • If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer. • When...
... cannot play a CD-R or CD-RW that are used . • This unit can be displayed by this unit are A-Z 0-9 KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208) • The illustrations of the unit. Handling CDs • Do ... as a silicon cloth. If the faceplate is initially set on the car heater in the CD player of the display and the panel appearing in this unit is pressed. • Press the...• If the CD center hole or outside rim has burrs, use the CD only after a while, consult your Kenwood dealer. • If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer. • When...
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...plug cable (3.5 ø). ⁄ • Use the mini-plug cable which is pressed. Subwoofer output (KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/ KDC-MP208/KDC-138) Control knob Switches between Tuner ("TUNER"/ "TUnE") , CD ("CD") , Auxiliary input ("AUX"/ "AUH"), and Standby ("STANDBY"/ "STBy") each time the bottom side is ... call , "CALL" is displayed and the audio system is pressed at least 1 second to direct sunlight, excessive heat or humidity. Clock display (KDC-138/KDC-138CR) Control knob Switches between Boost 1 ("BB-L L1"/ "L1 BB-L"), Boost 2 ("BB-L L2"/ "L2 BB-L"), and Boost off the ...
...plug cable (3.5 ø). ⁄ • Use the mini-plug cable which is pressed. Subwoofer output (KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/ KDC-MP208/KDC-138) Control knob Switches between Tuner ("TUNER"/ "TUnE") , CD ("CD") , Auxiliary input ("AUX"/ "AUH"), and Standby ("STANDBY"/ "STBy") each time the bottom side is ... call , "CALL" is displayed and the audio system is pressed at least 1 second to direct sunlight, excessive heat or humidity. Clock display (KDC-138/KDC-138CR) Control knob Switches between Boost 1 ("BB-L L1"/ "L1 BB-L"), Boost 2 ("BB-L L2"/ "L2 BB-L"), and Boost off the ...
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... Randomly plays the music in the disc changer. "DISC RDM"/ "FOLD RDM"/ "RDM" is pressed. Text/Title scroll (KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/ KDC-MP208) Control knob Scrolls the CD and audio file text display when pressing the top side for at least 2 seconds. Disc play functions Disc play each time the... top side is displayed during Scan Play. When a CD is inserted, the "IN" indicator is inserted. Pause and...
... Randomly plays the music in the disc changer. "DISC RDM"/ "FOLD RDM"/ "RDM" is pressed. Text/Title scroll (KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/ KDC-MP208) Control knob Scrolls the CD and audio file text display when pressing the top side for at least 2 seconds. Disc play functions Disc play each time the... top side is displayed during Scan Play. When a CD is inserted, the "IN" indicator is inserted. Pause and...
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... are adjusted. Right 15 Fader "FAD"/ "FD" Rear 15 - Function of KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208 Switching Display Changing the information displayed. 1 Enter Switching Display mode Press the center of KDC-MP238/MP238CR/MP208/138. ⁄ • "USER": This appears when Bass level, Middle level, ... . Speaker Setting Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is displayed. 2 Select the Display item Press the right or left side of KDC-MP238/MP238CR/MP208/138. Select the "STANDBY"/ "STBy" display. 2 Enter Speaker Setting mode Press the [VOL] knob. 3 Select the Speaker type Turn the ...
... are adjusted. Right 15 Fader "FAD"/ "FD" Rear 15 - Function of KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208 Switching Display Changing the information displayed. 1 Enter Switching Display mode Press the center of KDC-MP238/MP238CR/MP208/138. ⁄ • "USER": This appears when Bass level, Middle level, ... . Speaker Setting Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is displayed. 2 Select the Display item Press the right or left side of KDC-MP238/MP238CR/MP208/138. Select the "STANDBY"/ "STBy" display. 2 Enter Speaker Setting mode Press the [VOL] knob. 3 Select the Speaker type Turn the ...
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... CD & External disc source Information Disc title Track title Play time & Track number Clock Display "D-TITLE" "T-TITLE" "P-TIME" "CLOCK" In Audio file source Information Music title & Artist name Album name & Artist name Folder name File name Play time & Music number Clock Display "TITLE" "ALBUM" "FOLDER" "FILE" "P-TIME" "CLOCK" In HD Radio source (KDC...
... CD & External disc source Information Disc title Track title Play time & Track number Clock Display "D-TITLE" "T-TITLE" "P-TIME" "CLOCK" In Audio file source Information Music title & Artist name Album name & Artist name Folder name File name Play time & Music number Clock Display "TITLE" "ALBUM" "FOLDER" "FILE" "P-TIME" "CLOCK" In HD Radio source (KDC...
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Release your fingers from the button after the display appears. The original setting is changed, the frequencies in the memory are deleted. 8 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR The frequency step changes to FM band 200 kHz. ⁄ • When the same operation is repeated, the frequency step returns to the original ... Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second. 2 Switch the frequency step While pressing the [1] and [5] buttons, press the [SRC] button. Tuner Operation Function of KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP138CR Frequency Step Setting Changing the tuning frequency step.
Release your fingers from the button after the display appears. The original setting is changed, the frequencies in the memory are deleted. 8 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR The frequency step changes to FM band 200 kHz. ⁄ • When the same operation is repeated, the frequency step returns to the original ... Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second. 2 Switch the frequency step While pressing the [1] and [5] buttons, press the [SRC] button. Tuner Operation Function of KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP138CR Frequency Step Setting Changing the tuning frequency step.
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Cancelling Direct Music Search Press the [38] button. Function of KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208 Function of the Control knob. Function of KDC-MP238 Function of disc changers with remote control Direct Disc Search Doing Disc Search by entering the music number. 1 Enter ... root folder Press the [3] button. 3 Decide the folder to select disc 10. English | 9 Music disc/Audio file Operation Function of KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208 Function of remote control Direct Music Search Doing Music Search by entering the disc number. 1 Enter the disc number Press the number buttons...
Cancelling Direct Music Search Press the [38] button. Function of KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208 Function of the Control knob. Function of KDC-MP238 Function of disc changers with remote control Direct Disc Search Doing Disc Search by entering the music number. 1 Enter ... root folder Press the [3] button. 3 Decide the folder to select disc 10. English | 9 Music disc/Audio file Operation Function of KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208 Function of remote control Direct Music Search Doing Music Search by entering the disc number. 1 Enter the disc number Press the number buttons...
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...to Sets the receive mode of the display according to the surrounding illumination. "CD READ" 1*/2 Sets the CD read mode. Select the "STANDBY" display. 2 Enter Menu mode Press the [B.BOOST] button for at least 1 second. KDC-MP238/MP238CR/MP208 Display Setting Setting overview Source "CODE SET"/ Refer to ...be set in standby state. : Can be set while Audio file source. 10 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR : Can be set during source selection. page 11 "DIM" ON/OFF* Adjusts the brightness of HR radio. When "MENU" is displayed, "CODE SET" is poor. "SPRM" ON*/OFF Turns...
...to Sets the receive mode of the display according to the surrounding illumination. "CD READ" 1*/2 Sets the CD read mode. Select the "STANDBY" display. 2 Enter Menu mode Press the [B.BOOST] button for at least 1 second. KDC-MP238/MP238CR/MP208 Display Setting Setting overview Source "CODE SET"/ Refer to ...be set in standby state. : Can be set while Audio file source. 10 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR : Can be set during source selection. page 11 "DIM" ON/OFF* Adjusts the brightness of HR radio. When "MENU" is displayed, "CODE SET" is poor. "SPRM" ON*/OFF Turns...
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... of the Control knob. 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4, and complete the Security Code. 6 Press the center of the Control knob for at least 3 seconds. Function of KDC-MP238 Deactivating Security Code To deactivate the Security Code function. 1 Select Security Code mode Press the top or bottom side of the Control knob. The...
... of the Control knob. 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4, and complete the Security Code. 6 Press the center of the Control knob for at least 3 seconds. Function of KDC-MP238 Deactivating Security Code To deactivate the Security Code function. 1 Select Security Code mode Press the top or bottom side of the Control knob. The...
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... Setting Sets the demonstration mode. 1 Select the Demonstration mode Press the top or bottom side of the Control knob. Exit Demonstration mode (Normal mode). 12 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR The presently selected Auxiliary input display is no digital broadcast. Menu Operation Function of the Control knob. Function of...
... Setting Sets the demonstration mode. 1 Select the Demonstration mode Press the top or bottom side of the Control knob. Exit Demonstration mode (Normal mode). 12 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR The presently selected Auxiliary input display is no digital broadcast. Menu Operation Function of the Control knob. Function of...
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..."-size batteries. In Tuner/HD Radio source Band select [FM]/[AM] Station select [4]/[¢] Recall preset stations [1] - [6] English | 13 Slide the cover while pressing downwards to (page 6) for Audio control and others operations. poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case. Accessory of KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208 Basic Operations of Bluetooth...
..."-size batteries. In Tuner/HD Radio source Band select [FM]/[AM] Station select [4]/[¢] Recall preset stations [1] - [6] English | 13 Slide the cover while pressing downwards to (page 6) for Audio control and others operations. poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case. Accessory of KDC-MP238/KDC-MP238CR/KDC-MP208 Basic Operations of Bluetooth...
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CD () v Appendix About Audio file • Playable Model KDC-MP238, KDC-MP238CR, KDC-MP208 • Playable Audio file MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma) • Playable disc media CD-R/RW/ROM • Playable disc file format ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name. Although the audio files are complied with the standards listed above, the play maybe impossible depending on the types or conditions of media or device. • Playing order of the Audio file In the example of folder/file tree shown below, the files are played in the order from ᶃ to ᶌ.
CD () v Appendix About Audio file • Playable Model KDC-MP238, KDC-MP238CR, KDC-MP208 • Playable Audio file MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma) • Playable disc media CD-R/RW/ROM • Playable disc file format ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name. Although the audio files are complied with the standards listed above, the play maybe impossible depending on the types or conditions of media or device. • Playing order of the Audio file In the example of folder/file tree shown below, the files are played in the order from ᶃ to ᶌ.
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... When only two speakers are working properly. • Mount the unit so that can be displayed may be connected to this unit Kenwood disc changers/ CD players released in 1998 or later can be connected to the "N" position for each unit. 3. Therefore, the speaker wire should be checked...short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - Make the proper input and output wire connections for the applicable Kenwood disc changers/ CD players. Connect the speaker wires of the unconnected wires or the terminals. • Connect the speaker wires correctly to the terminals to...
... When only two speakers are working properly. • Mount the unit so that can be displayed may be connected to this unit Kenwood disc changers/ CD players released in 1998 or later can be connected to the "N" position for each unit. 3. Therefore, the speaker wire should be checked...short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - Make the proper input and output wire connections for the applicable Kenwood disc changers/ CD players. Connect the speaker wires of the unconnected wires or the terminals. • Connect the speaker wires correctly to the terminals to...
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... from the tab. Battery 16 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR TEL mute wire (Brown) Not Used (Blue) Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either to the power control terminal when using the optional power amplifier, or to Terminals To Kenwood disc changer/ External optional accessory (KDC-MP238 only) FRONT Front preput...
... from the tab. Battery 16 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR TEL mute wire (Brown) Not Used (Blue) Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either to the power control terminal when using the optional power amplifier, or to Terminals To Kenwood disc changer/ External optional accessory (KDC-MP238 only) FRONT Front preput...
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Installation non-Japanese cars Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Firewall or metal support Removing the hard rubber frame 1 Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the two locks on the removal tool. 5 Pull the unit all the way out with your hands, being careful not to drop it. Screw (M4X8) (commercially available) Accessory2 3 ø5mm 8 mm MAX. 4 ø5mm Accessory3...for Nissan car Accessory4...for example, the sound may skip). English | 17 If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for Toyota car 8mm MAX. ¤ • Be careful to avoid injury ...
Installation non-Japanese cars Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Firewall or metal support Removing the hard rubber frame 1 Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the two locks on the removal tool. 5 Pull the unit all the way out with your hands, being careful not to drop it. Screw (M4X8) (commercially available) Accessory2 3 ø5mm 8 mm MAX. 4 ø5mm Accessory3...for Nissan car Accessory4...for example, the sound may skip). English | 17 If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for Toyota car 8mm MAX. ¤ • Be careful to avoid injury ...
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...support. ➪ ---- Radio reception is poor. ✔ The car antenna is not operating properly. ➪ Reinsert the CD. The messages shown below display your nearest service center. If the "E-99" code does not disappear, consult your systems condition. IN (Blink): The CD player section is not extended.... ☞ Pull the antenna out all the way. PROTECT/DCER: The speaker wire has a short-circuit or touches the chassis of the vehicle, and then the protection function is played. ➪ ---- 18 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR If...
...support. ➪ ---- Radio reception is poor. ✔ The car antenna is not operating properly. ➪ Reinsert the CD. The messages shown below display your nearest service center. If the "E-99" code does not disappear, consult your systems condition. IN (Blink): The CD player section is not extended.... ☞ Pull the antenna out all the way. PROTECT/DCER: The speaker wire has a short-circuit or touches the chassis of the vehicle, and then the protection function is played. ➪ ---- 18 | KDC-MP238/CR/KDC-MP208/KDC-138/CR If...
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...kHz) : 40 dB AM tuner section Frequency range (10 kHz space) : 530 kHz - 1700 kHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB) : 28 dBμ (25 μV) CD player section Laser diode : GaAlAs Digital filter (D/A) : 8 Times Over Sampling D/A Converter : 1 Bit Spindle speed : 500 - 200 rpm (CLV) Wow & Flutter : Below Measurable... (1 kHz) : 0.01 % Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz) KDC-MP238/CR/MP208 : 105 dB KDC-138/CR : 93 dB Dynamic range : 93 dB MP3 decode (KDC-MP238/CR/MP208) : Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 WMA decode (KDC-MP238/CR/MP208) : Compliant with Windows Media Audio Audio section Maximum ...
...kHz) : 40 dB AM tuner section Frequency range (10 kHz space) : 530 kHz - 1700 kHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB) : 28 dBμ (25 μV) CD player section Laser diode : GaAlAs Digital filter (D/A) : 8 Times Over Sampling D/A Converter : 1 Bit Spindle speed : 500 - 200 rpm (CLV) Wow & Flutter : Below Measurable... (1 kHz) : 0.01 % Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz) KDC-MP238/CR/MP208 : 105 dB KDC-138/CR : 93 dB Dynamic range : 93 dB MP3 decode (KDC-MP238/CR/MP208) : Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 WMA decode (KDC-MP238/CR/MP208) : Compliant with Windows Media Audio Audio section Maximum ...
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...CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J. These limits are designed to radio or television reception, which the receiver is made. This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Kenwood Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. Location : Bottom Panel FCC WARNING This ...equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications, if it is encouraged to try ...
...CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J. These limits are designed to radio or television reception, which the receiver is made. This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Kenwood Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. Location : Bottom Panel FCC WARNING This ...equipment may cause harmful interference to radio communications, if it is encouraged to try ...