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. Refer to the model and serial
numbers whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.
Model DPX395MBT/DPX305MBT
Serial number
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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. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.
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Products: DUAL DIN SIZED DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER Los productos con el símbolo de un contenedor con ruedas tachado no podrán ser Model Name: DPX395MBT/DPX305MBT desechados como residuos domésticos. Los equipos eléctricos y electrónicos al final Responsible Party: JVCKENWOOD USA CORPORATION 4001 Worsham Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90808, U.S.A.
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SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT Contains Bluetooth Module FCC ID: ZWY88112 IC ID: 12033A-88112 The software embedded in the Product (hereinafter the "Licensed Software") provided by Licensor is copyrighted to or sublicensable by the Licensor, and this Agreement provides for the terms and conditions which Users shall follow in order to use the Licensed Software.
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Article 4 Right pertaining to the Licensed Software Article 9 Destruction of the Licensed Software Any and all copyrights and other rights pertaining to the Licensed Software and related documents If this Agreement is terminated pursuant to the provision of Article 8, the User shall destroy the Licensed shall belong to the Licensor or the original holder of the right who granted to the Licensor the license or Software, any related documents and copies thereof within two (2) weeks from such date of termination.
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Important Notice concerning the Software -CMP The MIT License (MIT) Copyright (c) 2014 Charles Gunyon -jansson Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated Copyright (c) 2009-2012 Petri Lehtinen <petri@digip.org> documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the...
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sha2 Copyright (c) 1995, 1996 Carnegie-Mellon University. All rights reserved. AUTHOR: Aaron D. Gifford - http://www.aarongifford.com/ Author: Chris G. Demetriou Copyright (c) 2000-2001, Aaron D. Gifford Permission to use, copy, modify and distribute this software and its documentation is hereby granted, All rights reserved.
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T-Kernel 2.0 Accordo2 Player This product uses the source code of T-Kernel 2.0 under T-License 2.0 granted by T-Engine Forum Apache License (www.tron.org) Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0, January 2004(the "License"); BSD-3-Clause You may obtain a copy of the license at Copyright (c) 2000-2001, Aaron D.
AUX......................14 be different from the actual displays or faceplates. • Operations are explained mainly using buttons on the faceplate of KENWOOD Remote Application ............14 Bluetooth® ....................15 • English indications are used for the purpose of explanation. You can select the display language from the [FUNCTION] menu.
Before Use Basics IMPORTANT Faceplate • To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using this product. It is especially important that you read and observe Display window* Warnings and Cautions in this manual. • Please keep the manual in a safe and accessible place for future reference.
Getting Started Basics On the faceplate Turn on the power Press B SRC. • Press and hold to turn off the power. Adjust the volume Turn the volume knob. Select a source • Press B SRC repeatedly. • Press B SRC, then turn the volume knob within 2 seconds.
Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or activated. For details on how to update the firmware, visit Press and hold to exit. <https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/>. To return to the previous setting item, press • Once you have upgraded the firmware, you are unable to downgrade the firmware.
Radio Getting Started [FACTORY RESET] [YES]: Resets the settings to default (except the stored station). ; [NO]: Cancels. [ENGLISH] Select the display language for [FUNCTION] menu and music information [ESPANOL] if applicable. By default, [ENGLISH] is selected. [FRANCAIS] • “ST” indicator lights up when receiving an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength.
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Radio • [MONO SET]/[TI]/[PTY SEARCH] is selectable only when the band is FM1/FM2/ Other settings FM3. • If the volume is adjusted during reception of traffic information, alarm or Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. news bulletin, the adjusted volume is memorized automatically. It will be Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then applied the next time traffic information, alarm or news bulletin is turned press the knob.
USB/iPod Connect a USB device Basic operations USB input terminal USB type A cable* (general products) USB device The source changes to USB automatically and playback starts. * Do not leave the cable inside the car when not in use. Selectable source: USB/iPod USB or iPod BT Connect an iPod/iPhone For playable audio file, see “Playable files”...
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USB/iPod Set the playable source for iPod/iPhone On the faceplate Random play Press 3 repeatedly. You can make the following setting at all sources except at iPod USB source and iPod BT source. [FOLDER RANDOM]/[RANDOM OFF]: MP3/WMA/AAC/ WAV/FLAC file Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. [SHUFFLE ON]/[SHUFFLE OFF]: iPod Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then press the knob.
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USB/iPod [SKIP SEARCH] setting Select a file to play Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. From a folder or list Turn the volume knob to select [USB], then press the knob. Turn the volume knob to select [SKIP SEARCH], then press the knob. Press Turn the volume knob to select the skip search ratio, then press the Turn the volume knob to select a folder/list, then press the knob.
SiriusXM® Radio Only SiriusXM® brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Start listening Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite Press B SRC repeatedly to select SIRIUS XM.
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SiriusXM® Radio SiriusXM Keymode SmartFavorites and TuneStart™ User stored channels are recognized as SmartFavorite channels*. The Press and hold the volume knob to change the keymode (channel or SiriusXM Vehicle Tuner automatically buffers the broadcast content in the replay). (Default: Channel keymode) background.
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SiriusXM® Radio SiriusXM settings [LOCK SETTING] [MATURE CH]: Selects the SiriusXM-defined lock setting. ; [USER DEFINED]: Selects the individual channels the user wants to lock. ; Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. [OFF]: Cancels. Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then [CHANNEL EDIT]*1 1 Turn the volume knob to select a category, then press the knob.
KENWOOD Remote Application You can listen to music from a portable audio player via the auxiliary input You can control the KENWOOD car receiver from iPhone/iPod touch (via jack. Bluetooth or via USB input terminal) or Android device (via Bluetooth) using KENWOOD Remote application.
Bluetooth® KENWOOD Remote Application Default: [XX] • Depending on the Bluetooth version, operating system and the firmware version of your mobile phone, Bluetooth features may not work with this [REMOTE APP] unit. [SELECT] Selects the device ([IOS] or [ANDROID]) to use the application.
When you connect iPhone/iPod touch to the USB input terminal, pairing request (via Bluetooth) is automatically activated if [AUTO PAIRING] is set to Search and select the name of your receiver (“DPX395MBT”/ [ON]. (Page 19) “DPX305MBT”) on the Bluetooth device.
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Bluetooth® The following operations may differ or be unavailable depending on the Improve the voice quality connected phone. While talking on the phone... On the faceplate Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then First incoming call...
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Bluetooth® Default: [XX] [PHONE BOOK] (Applicable only if the phone supports PBAP.) 1 Turn the volume knob quickly to enter alphabet search mode (if the [SETTINGS] phonebook contains many contacts). [AUTO ANSWER] [1] to [30]: The unit answers incoming call automatically in the selected The first menu (ABCDEFGHIJK) appears.
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Bluetooth® Make a call using voice recognition Bluetooth mode settings Press and hold VOICE to activate the voice recognition of the Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION]. connected phone. Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then Speak the name of the contact you want to call or the voice command press the knob.
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• Make sure there is no Bluetooth device paired. Press and hold “PLEASE PAIR YOUR PHONE PIN 0000” appears on the display. Search and select the name of your receiver (“DPX395MBT”/ “DPX305MBT”) on the Bluetooth device. Operate the Bluetooth device to confirm pairing.
AMAZON ALEXA Bluetooth® Alexa is the cloud-based voice service developed by Amazon. You can ask On the faceplate Alexa to play music, get weather reports, traffic information, control smart Repeat play Press 4 repeatedly. home devices, shop on Amazon, search the internet, set reminders and more.
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Tap the “ + ” icon at the top right corner. Tap “Add Device”. Tap “Automotive Accessory” or “Headphones” from the list of device types. Tap the name of your receiver (“DPX395MBT”/“DPX305MBT”) and Basic operations follow the instructions. For Alexa supported languages, see page 33 for more information. Some...
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AMAZON ALEXA Communicate with Alexa via the connected microphone. (Page 15) Start listening “THINKING...” appears when Alexa is processing your voice input. While in Alexa idle state... “SPEAKING...” appears while Alexa is responding to your voice input. “ALEXA” or display information such as playing time, song title, etc. Speak the word “Alexa”...
Audio Settings [MANUAL EQ] Adjusts your own sound settings for each source. • The settings are stored to [USER] in [PRESET EQ]. • The settings made may affect the current settings of [EASY EQ]. [62.5HZ] [LEVEL] [LEVEL –9] to [LEVEL +9] ([LEVEL 0]): Adjusts the level to memorize for each source.
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Audio Settings [SOUND EFFECT] [X ‘ OVER] [SOUND RECNSTR] (Not applicable for RADIO source, AUX source and SIRIUS XM source.) [TWEETER] [FRQ] [1KHZ]/[1.6KHZ]/[2.5KHZ]/[4KHZ]/[5KHZ]/ (Sound [ON]: Creates realistic sound by compensating the high-frequency [6.3KHZ]/[8KHZ]/[10KHZ]/[12.5KHZ]: Adjusts the reconstruction) components and restoring the rise-time of the waveform that are lost in crossover frequency for the tweeter speaker.
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Audio Settings Digital Time Alignment settings [SW LPF SLOPE] [–6DB]/[–12DB]/[–18DB]/[–24DB]: Adjusts the crossover slope. Digital Time Alignment sets the delay time of the speaker output to create a (Selectable only if a setting other than [THROUGH] is more suitable environment for your vehicle. selected for [SW LPF FRQ].) (Page 25) •...
Display Settings Audio Settings • Before making an adjustment for [DISTANCE] and [GAIN] of [DTA SETTINGS], Zone identification for color settings and brightness settings select the speaker you want to adjust: [FRONT LEFT]/[FRONT RIGHT]/[REAR LEFT]/[REAR RIGHT]/[SUBWOOFER] – You can only select [REAR LEFT], [REAR RIGHT] and [SUBWOOFER] if a setting other than [NONE] is selected for [REAR] and [SUBWOOFER] of [SPEAKER SIZE].
Installation/Connection Display Settings Default: [XX] This section is for the professional installer. For safety’s sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult the [DISPLAY] car audio dealer. [COLOR SELECT] Selects illumination colors for [ALL ZONE], [LCD DISPLAY], [KEY 1] and [KEY 2] separately. 1 Select a zone. (See the illustration on page 27.) 2 Select a preset color for the selected zone.
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Installation/Connection Part list for installation Basic procedure (Parts supplied for Remove the key from the ignition switch, then disconnect the terminal of the car battery. (A) Mounting sleeve ( ×1 ) (B) Trim plate ( ×1 ) Connect the wires properly. See “Wiring connection”...
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Installation/Connection Installing in Toyota cars Installing the unit (without mounting sleeve) (For Align the holes in the unit (on both sides) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with supplied screws. Install onto the car brackets using screws (E) or (F) (supplied). Use the •...
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Installation/Connection Wiring connection IMPORTANT We recommend installing the unit with a commercially available custom wiring harness specific for your car and leave this job to professionals for your safety. Fuse (10 A) Antenna terminal Consult your car audio dealer. White If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab.
Cleaning the unit Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicone or soft cloth. More information For: – Latest firmware updates and latest compatible item list – KENWOOD original application – Any other latest information Visit <https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/>. Playable files •...
Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy Symptom Remedy Sound cannot be heard. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level. “UNRESPONSIVE DEVICE” Make sure the USB device is not malfunction and reattach • Check the cords and connections. appears. the USB device. “MISWIRING CHECK WIRING Turn the power off, then check to be sure the terminals of “USB HUB IS NOT This unit cannot support a USB device connected via a...
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy Symptom Remedy “CH LOCKED LOCK CODE?” The selected channel is locked. Enter the correct pass Echo or noise is heard during • Adjust the microphone unit’s position. (Page 15) code to unlock. (Page 13) a phone conversation. •...
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy Symptom Remedy “ERROR” Try the operation again. If “ERROR” appears again, check Not able to connect or • Be sure the audio device is connected via Bluetooth. if the device supports the function you have tried. reconnect to Alexa mobile Select the audio device from [AUDIO SELECT] in application.
Specifications Frequency Range 87.9 MHz — 107.9 MHz (200 kHz step) Version Bluetooth 4.2 Usable Sensitivity 8.2 dBf (0.71 μV/75 Ω) Frequency Range 2.402 GHz — 2.480 GHz (S/N = 30 dB) RF Output Power (E.I.R.P.) +4 dBm (MAX), Power Class 2 Quieting Sensitivity 17.2 dBf (2.0 μV/75 Ω) Maximum Communication Range...
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Specifications Preout Level/Load 5 000 mV/10 kΩ 2 500 mV/10 kΩ Preout Impedance ≤ 600 Ω Frequency Response (±3 dB) 20 Hz — 20 kHz Input Maximum Voltage 1 000 mV Input Impedance 30 kΩ Operating Voltage 12 V DC car battery Installation Size (W ×...
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• Windows Media is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft. •...
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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. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.
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Products: DUAL DIN SIZED DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER Los productos con el símbolo de un contenedor con ruedas tachado no podrán ser Model Name: DPX395MBT/DPX305MBT desechados como residuos domésticos. Los equipos eléctricos y electrónicos al final Responsible Party: JVCKENWOOD USA CORPORATION 4001 Worsham Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90808, U.S.A.
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SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT Contains Bluetooth Module FCC ID: ZWY88112 IC ID: 12033A-88112 The software embedded in the Product (hereinafter the "Licensed Software") provided by Licensor is copyrighted to or sublicensable by the Licensor, and this Agreement provides for the terms and conditions which Users shall follow in order to use the Licensed Software.
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Article 4 Right pertaining to the Licensed Software Article 9 Destruction of the Licensed Software Any and all copyrights and other rights pertaining to the Licensed Software and related documents If this Agreement is terminated pursuant to the provision of Article 8, the User shall destroy the Licensed shall belong to the Licensor or the original holder of the right who granted to the Licensor the license or Software, any related documents and copies thereof within two (2) weeks from such date of termination.
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Important Notice concerning the Software -CMP The MIT License (MIT) Copyright (c) 2014 Charles Gunyon -jansson Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated Copyright (c) 2009-2012 Petri Lehtinen <petri@digip.org> documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the...
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sha2 Copyright (c) 1995, 1996 Carnegie-Mellon University. All rights reserved. AUTHOR: Aaron D. Gifford - http://www.aarongifford.com/ Author: Chris G. Demetriou Copyright (c) 2000-2001, Aaron D. Gifford Permission to use, copy, modify and distribute this software and its documentation is hereby granted, All rights reserved.
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T-Kernel 2.0 Accordo2 Player This product uses the source code of T-Kernel 2.0 under T-License 2.0 granted by T-Engine Forum Apache License (www.tron.org) Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0, January 2004(the "License"); BSD-3-Clause You may obtain a copy of the license at Copyright (c) 2000-2001, Aaron D.
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Installation/Connection Basic procedure Remove the key from the ignition switch, then disconnect the terminal of the car battery. This section is for the professional installer. Connect the wires properly. See “Wiring connection” on page 3. For safety’s sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult the Install the unit to your car.
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Part list Wiring connection (Parts supplied for all models) (Parts supplied for (A) Mounting sleeve (×1) (E) Round head screw (×6) (B) Trim plate (×1) (M5 × 8 mm) (C) Trim plate (only for Toyota car) (×1) (F) Flat head screw (×6) (D) Extraction key (×2) (M5 ×...
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Before Use Basics IMPORTANT Faceplate • To ensure proper use, please read through this Guide before using this product. It is especially important that you read and observe Warnings and Cautions in this Guide. • Please keep the Guide in a safe and accessible place for future reference. WARNING Do not operate any function that takes your attention away from safe driving.
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Getting Started Turn the volume knob to make the settings, then press the knob. Set the date in the order of “Day” “Month” “Year” or “Month” “Day” “Year”. Select the display language and cancel the Press and hold to exit. demonstration To return to the previous setting item, press When you turn on the power for the first time (or [FACTORY RESET] is set to...
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Radio USB/iPod Selectable source: Search for a station USB/iPod USB or iPod BT Press B SRC repeatedly to select RADIO. Press BAND repeatedly to select FM1/FM2/FM3/AM. Start playback Press S / T to search for a station. The source changes automatically and playback starts when you attach a device (USB device/ iPod/iPhone) to the USB input terminal.
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Turn the volume knob to select [AUDIO CONTROL], then press the knob. • Refer to the INSTRUCTION MANUAL on the following website for the detailed explanation of each item: <https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/> • The availability of each item vary depending on the model.
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For playback operations of AUX, SiriusXM® Radio and AMAZON ALEXA sources, refer to the INSTRUCTION MANUAL on the following website: <https://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/> Turn the volume knob to select [DISPLAY], then press the knob. • The availability of each source vary depending on the model.
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Press and hold Press B SRC to turn on the unit. Repeat play Press 4 repeatedly. Search and select the name of your receiver (“DPX395MBT”/ “DPX305MBT”) on the Bluetooth device. Random play Press and hold 3 to select [ALL RANDOM] “PAIRING”...
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• Windows Media is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft. •...