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Kenwood eXcelon KDC-X991 Instruction Manual

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CD-RECEIVER
KDC-X991
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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.
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Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the
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whenever you call upon your Kenwood dealer for information or service on the product.
Model KDC-X991 Serial number
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  • Page 1 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 KDC-X991 Serial number...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety precautions Notes General features Power Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator Loudness Audio Control Audio Setup Subwoofer Output Supreme Setting TEL Mute Function Control mode Sound Management system Position Control Equalizer Control WOW HD Control Memory mode Memory Recall mode Display Type Selection Status Setting Graphic Display Selection...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    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.

  • Page 4: Notes

    • If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer. • When you purchase optional accessories, check with your Kenwood dealer to make sure that they work with your model and in your area. • We recommend the use of <Activating Security Code>...
  • Page 5 : Audio fi Audio file An online manual about audio files is put on the site, www.kenwood.com/audiofile/. On this online manual, detailed information and notes which are not written in this manual are provided. Make sure to read through the online manual as well.
  • Page 6 Notes About Bluetooth Hands free control Refer to the instruction manual of the Bluetooth Hands Free Box KCA-BT100 (optional accessory). However, the following control methods of the function for this unit may be different from the Instruction manual; therefore, refer to the following supplemental instruction.
  • Page 7 Kenwood Corporation 2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI, HACHIOJI-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN KENWOOD CORP. CERTIFIES THIS EQUIPMENT CONFORMS TO DHHS REGULATIONS N0.21 CFR 1040. 10, CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J. Location : Bottom Panel FCC WARNING This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy.

  • Page 8: General Features

    General features Release button Power Turning ON the Power Press the [SRC] button. Turning OFF the Power Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second. Selecting the Source There are two types of source selection methods depending on the setting. SRC Select mode 1: Press the [SRC] button.

  • Page 9: Volume

    Volume Increasing Volume Turn the [VOL] knob clockwise. Decreasing Volume Turn the [VOL] knob counterclockwise. Attenuator Turning the volume down quickly. Press the [ATT] button. Each time you press the button, the Attenuator turns ON and OFF. When the Attenuator is ON, the "ATT" indicator blinks.

  • Page 10: Audio Setup

    General features Audio Setup Setting the Sound system, such as Volume offset and Dual Zone. Select the source to adjust Press the [SRC] button. Refer to <Selecting the Source> (page 8). Enter Audio Setup mode Press the [VOL] knob for at least 1 second. Select the Audio Setup item to adjust Press the [VOL] knob.

  • Page 11: Tel Mute

    TEL Mute The audio system automatically mutes when a call comes in. When a call comes in "CALL" is displayed. The audio system pauses. Listening to the audio during a call Press the [SRC] button. The "CALL" display disappears and the audio system comes back ON.

  • Page 12: Sound Management System

    General features Sound Management system Enter Sound Management mode Using the Control knob, select "DSP" > "S.M.S". For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode> (page 11). Select the Sound Management item to adjust Turn the Control knob or push it towards left or right.

  • Page 13: Position Control

    Exit Sound Management mode Press the [FNC] button. Position Control Enter Position mode Using the Control knob, select "DSP" > "SND CONT" > "POSITION". For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode> (page 11). Select the Position item to adjust Turn the Control knob or push it towards left or right.

  • Page 14: Equalizer Control

    General features Equalizer Control Select the source to adjust Press the [SRC] button. Refer to <Selecting the Source> (page 8). Enter Equalizer Control mode Using the Control knob, select "DSP" > "SND CONT" > "EQ". For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode>...

  • Page 15: Memory Mode

    Select the WOW HD Control item to adjust Turn the Control knob or push it towards left or right. Press the Control knob. Icon WOW HD Control Item "PRESET" Preset WOW HD "FRONT" >"FOCUS" FOCUS >"TruBass" TruBass Front >"Space" SRS 3D Space Control >"Center"...

  • Page 16: Memory Recall Mode

    General features Memory Recall mode Recall the value in the memory by the memory mode. Select the source to adjust Press the [SRC] button. Enter recall mode Using the Control knob, select "DSP" > "PRESET" > "RECALL". For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode>...

  • Page 17: Status Setting

    Select the Display Mode Turn the Control knob. Select from the following display mode: Mode "TYPE SELECT [B]" "TYPE SELECT [C]" B-1/ B-2/ B-3/ Exit Display Mode Selection mode Press the Control knob. ⁄ • 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Text display part 9 Status display 0 Icon display part ! Graphic display part...

  • Page 18: Text Display Selection

    General features Display Type A/ Display Type B/ Display Type C/ Display Type D Text Display Selection Changing the text display. Enter Text Display Selection mode Using the Control knob, select "DISPLAY" > "TEXT". For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode>...

  • Page 19: Font Color Selection

    In Auxiliary input source Information Display Auxiliary input name "Source Name" Spectrum Analyzer & Clock "Speana/Clock" Clock "Clock" Date "Date" Blank "Blank" In HD Radio source Information Display Station name "Station Name" Title "Title" Frequency "Frequency" Spectrum Analyzer & Clock "Speana/Clock"...

  • Page 20: Icon Display Switching

    General features Display Type C Icon Display Switching Changing the Icon Display. Enter Icon select mode Using the Control knob, select "DISPLAY" > "SIDE". Switch the Icon display Turn the Control knob or push it towards left or right. Select from the following displays: Icon display Source graphic Text label...

  • Page 21: G-Analyzer Horsepower Analysis

    Start Count When G in the vertical direction is detected during the travel, the count automatically starts. "Running" is displayed. ⁄ • You can also start the counter by pressing the Control knob. Stop Count Press the Control knob. "Stop" is displayed. ⁄...

  • Page 22: G-Analyzer Reset

    General features Display Type E G-Analyzer Reset Resets the value of G-Meter, G-Counter and G- Analyzer Horsepower Analysis. Enter G-Analyzer Reset mode Using the Control knob, select "DISPLAY" > "GMA" > "RESET". For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode> (page 11). "G-RESET"...

  • Page 23: G-Analyzer Vehicle Weight Setup

    In Standby mode Display Type E G-Analyzer vehicle weight setup Enter vehicle weight to calculate horsepower. Enter G-Analyzer vehicle weight setup mode Using the Control knob, select "DISPLAY" > "GMA" > "GAUGE" > "WEIGHT". For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode>...

  • Page 24: Station/Disc Naming

    Name Set mode closes. • Memory numbers - FM/AM: 30 stations - Internal CD player: 10 discs - External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the CD changer/ player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual.

  • Page 25: Theft Deterrent Faceplate

    Theft Deterrent Faceplate The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft. Removing the Faceplate Press the Release button. The faceplate is unlocked, allowing you to detach it. ¤ • The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts.

  • Page 26: Tuner Features

    Tuner features Band display Tuning Selecting the station. Select tuner source Press the [SRC] button. Select the "TUNER" display. Refer to <Selecting the Source> (page 8). Select the band Push the Control knob towards [FM] or [AM]. Each time you push the knob toward [FM], it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.

  • Page 27: Direct Access Tuning

    Function of remote control Direct Access Tuning Entering the frequency and tuning. Select the band Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Enter Direct Access Tuning mode Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote control. "– – – –" is displayed. Enter the frequency Press the number buttons on the remote control.

  • Page 28: Rds Features

    RDS features PTY (Program Type) Selecting the Program Type and searching for a station. Enter PTY mode Press the Control knob. "PTY SELECT" is displayed. ⁄ • The PTY function cannot be used during a traffic bulletin or AM reception. Select the Program Type Turn the Control knob or push it towards up or down.

  • Page 29: Registration Of A Station As A Pty

    • The Program Type can be put in the preset memory and recalled quickly. Refer to the <Program Type preset> (page 29). Search for the selected Program Type station Push the Control knob towards [4] or [¢]. When you want to search for other stations, push toward [4] or [¢] of the Control knob again.

  • Page 30: English

    CD/Audio file (USB/iPod/Internal Memory) control features IN indicator Folder number Playing CD & Audio file When there is no disc inserted Open the panel Press the [0] button. Insert a disc. ¤ • When the faceplate slides open, it might interfere with the shift lever or other vehicle function.

  • Page 31: Playing Usb (Ipod) Device

    In this case, "RESUMING" is displayed without displaying a folder name, etc. Changing the browse item will display a correct title, etc. • When the iPod is connected to this unit, "KENWOOD" or "✓" is displayed on the iPod to indicate that you cannot operate the iPod.

  • Page 32: Drive Search

    CD/Audio file (USB/iPod/Internal Memory) control features Drive Search Selecting the device inserted in the Multi Card Reader. Put the playback to pause Press the Control knob. Select a device Push the Control knob towards up or down. Restart playback Press the Control knob. ⁄...

  • Page 33: Play Function Of Cd And Audio

    Play function of CD and Audio file Setting up the Repeat Play and Scan Play. Set up the play function Using the Control knob, set your desired setup item to On/Off. For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode> (page 11). When the play function is turned on, “ON”...

  • Page 34: Text/Title Scroll

    CD/Audio file (USB/iPod/Internal Memory) control features Text/Title Scroll Scrolling the displayed CD text, Audio file text, or MD title. Push the Control knob toward up for at least 2 seconds. ⁄ • When the <Display Illumination Control> (page 47) is set to OFF, the display may black out while scrolling.

  • Page 35: Recording & Downloading

    4 min.) ⁄ Notes on recording, copying, and erasing • Kenwood will not be responsible for the loss or damage to the music or sound data in case recording fails due to machine fault or failure.

  • Page 36: Setting The Recordable Time

    ⁄ • Resume is canceled if "CANCEL" or "NO" is selected. - "CANCEL": Press the Control knob. - "NO": Select "NO" using the Control knob. Press the Control knob. • The resume function may be disabled depending the condition of the vehicle or battery. The audio file may be lost if the resume function is disabled.
  • Page 37 Enter the name Operation type Operation Move the cursor to the enter Push the Control knob towards right character position or left. Select the character type* Press the Control knob. Select the characters Turn the Control knob or push it towards up or down.

  • Page 38: Copying From Usb Device

    Recording & Downloading Copying from USB device Copy audio files and folders from USB device to internal memory. Int Mem File1 File1 Folder4 Folder4 An empty folder cannot be copied. ⁄ • Read <About Internal Memory> (page 35) before starting copy. Connect the USB device to copy.

  • Page 39: Deleting Files In Memory

    Deleting files in memory Deleting audio files in memory. ⁄ • Read <About Internal Memory> (page 35) before starting to delete. • Deleted files and folder cannot be restored. • Use Format to delete all songs. Refer to <Internal Memory Format> (page 53). Select Internal Memory source Press the [SRC] button.

  • Page 40: Satellite Radio Tuner Control Features

    Satellite Radio tuner control features Select Satellite Radio Mode Selecting the Satellite Radio Tuner (optional accessory) connected to this unit. Selecting Satellite Radio Mode Press the [SRC] button. Select the "SAT" display. ⁄ • You need to register to the service provider to receive the service by Satellite Radio.

  • Page 41: Category And Channel Search

    Category and Channel Search Selecting the channel and category you want to receive. Enter Category and Channel Search mode Press the Control knob. Select the Category Push the Control knob towards up or down. ⁄ • It is the item when the category of 2nd text display part is selected.

  • Page 42: Preset Tuning

    Satellite Radio tuner control features Preset Tuning Recalling the channels in the memory. Select the preset band Push the Control knob toward [FM]. Enter Preset Tuning Select mode Turn the Control knob. Select a desired station in the memory Turn the Control knob. Recall the station Press the Control knob.

  • Page 43: Hd Radio Control Features

    HD Radio control features Band display About HD Radio • When you connect an HD Radio, Tuner features of the unit are disabled and changed to HD Radio tuner features. A portion of the setting methods including the Tuning Mode will change. •...

  • Page 44: Menu System

    Menu system Menu System Setting beep sound during operation, 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 Using the Control knob, select "MENU". For the operation method, refer to <Function Control mode>...

  • Page 45: Activating Security Code

    In Standby mode Activating Security Code Activating the Security Code disables the usage of audio unit by someone else. Once the Security Code is activated, the entry of authorized Security Code is required to turn on the audio unit when it is removed from the vehicle.

  • Page 46: Source Select Mode

    Menu system In Standby mode Source Select Mode Setting up the Source Select mode. Display Setting "SRC Select : 1" Displays source icons for your choice. "SRC Select : 2" Allows you to select sources one after another. In USB mode with iPod connected iPod mode setting Setting up the iPod operation method in File Select.

  • Page 47: Date Mode

    In Standby mode Date Mode Setting the date format. Select Date Mode Turn the Control knob. Select the "Date Mode" display. Enter Date mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. Select the date format Turn the Control knob or push it towards up or down.

  • Page 48: Contrast Adjustment

    Menu system In Standby mode Contrast Adjustment Adjusting the display contrast. Display and Setting "Contrast : 1" "Contrast : 4" (Original setting) In Standby mode Display-reversing Setting If no operation is performed for a predetermined period of time, switching between negative and positive display modes takes place automatically.

  • Page 49: Amp Control

    When LX AMP unit connecting AMP Control You can control the LX AMP connected to the unit. Select AMP Control mode Turn the Control knob. Select the "AMS Control" display. Enter AMP Control mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. Select the AMP Control item for adjustment Push the Control knob towards up or down.

  • Page 50: Receive Mode Setting

    Menu system In HD Radio mode Receive mode Setting Sets the receive mode. Select the Receive mode Push the Control knob towards up or down. Select the "Receive Mode" display. Enter Receive mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. Set the Receive mode Push the Control knob towards up or down.

  • Page 51: Text Scroll

    Text Scroll Setting the displayed text scroll. Display Setting "Scroll : Auto" Repeats scroll. "Scroll : Manual" Scrolls when the display changes. ⁄ • The text scrolled is listed below. - CD text - Folder name/ File name/ Music title/ Artist name/ Album name - MD title - Radio text...

  • Page 52: Picture Downloading

    RW containing files to be downloaded into this unit. Refer to <Playing CD & Audio file> (page 30) for details. ⁄ • Our URL http://www.kenwood.net-disp.com describes how to make CD-R/CD-RW/USB device. Enter Standby Press the [SRC] button. Select the "STANDBY" display.

  • Page 53: Firmware Version Display

    In Standby mode Firmware version display Displaying the firmware version with the unit. Turn the Control knob. Select the "F/W Version : " display. In Internal Memory source Internal Memory Format Perform format to delete all audio files stored in internal memory.

  • Page 54: Basic Operations Of Remote Control

    When the button is pressed again, the volume returns to the previous level. DIRECT : This button is used when Kenwood Bluetooth HANDS FREE BOX is connected. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of Bluetooth HANDS FREE BOX.

  • Page 55: Dual Zone System

    Audio Control [AUD] button Selects the Audio item to be adjusted. [VOL] buttons Adjusts the Audio item. ⁄ • Refer to <Audio Control> (page 9) for the operation method, such as the procedures for Audio control and others operations. Dual Zone System [2-ZONE] button Each time you press the button, "2 ZONE"...

  • Page 56: Accessories/ Installation Procedure

    Accessories/ Installation Procedure Accessories 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. 4.

  • Page 57: Connecting Wires To Terminals

    Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone MUTE rings or during conversation. ⁄ To connect the Kenwood navigation system, consult your navigation manual. To "EXT.AMP.CONT. " terminal of the amplifier having the external amp control function.

  • Page 58: Installation

    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).

  • Page 59: 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. Lock Accessory2 Removal tool When the upper level is removed, remove the lower two locations.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Some functions of this unit may be disabled by some settings made on this unit. Cannot switch to Aux source. • AUX is not turned on. ☞ <Built-in Auxiliary input Setting> (page 51) • AUX cannot be used when the KCA-iP200 is connected.
  • Page 61 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 Touch Sensor Tone does not sound. ✔ The preout jack is being used. ☞...
  • Page 62 • The file system of the connected USB device is broken. ➪ Copy the files and folders for the USB device again referring to http://www. kenwood.com/usb/. If the error message is still displayed, initialize the USB device or use other USB devices. Error 05: The disc is unreadable.
  • Page 63 If this error is still displayed, consult a local Kenwood dealer. ➪ Try all over again from the start. If this error is still displayed, consult a local Kenwood dealer. No Display File: No file that can be downloaded is contained in the CD-R/ CD-RW/ USB device.

  • Page 64: Specifications

    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...

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