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CD RECEIVER KD-G396/KD-G395/KD-G245 KD-G396/KD-G395/KD-G245 For canceling the display demonstration, see page 6. For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual. INSTRUCTIONS GET0486-001A [U/UH]...
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• Be careful not to drop the disc when it ejects. to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden • If this does not work, reset your unit. increase of the output level. The control panel illustrations used for explanation in this manual is of KD-G395/KD-G245.
If you press M MODE, the unit goes into functions mode, ∞ then the number buttons and buttons will work Control panel — as different function buttons....4 KD-G396/KD-G395/KD-G245 Ex.: When number button 2 works as Remote controller — ... 5 RM-RK50 MO (monaural) button. Getting started ........ 6 Basic operations ...........
∞ (up) / (down) buttons RND (random) button (eject) button AUX (auxiliary) input jack (standby/on attenuator) button KD-G396/KD-G395: Disc information indicators— KD-G396/KD-G395: Remote sensor TAG (Tag information), (track/file), (folder) DO NOT expose the remote sensor to strong light DISC indicator (direct sunlight or artificial lighting).
Remote controller — Main elements and features RM-RK50 RM-RK50 is supplied only for KD-G396/KD-G395. Installing the lithium coin battery (CR2025) (standby/on/attenuator) button Aim the remote controller directly at the remote • Turns the power on if pressed briefly or sensor on the unit. Make sure there is no obstacle attenuates the sound when the power is on.
Getting started Basic settings • See also “General settings — PSM” on pages 11 and Basic operations Turn on the power. Ÿ 1 Canceling the display demonstrations Select “DEMO,” then “DEMO OFF.” * You cannot select “CD” as the playback source if 2 Setting the clock there is no disc in the unit.
Radio operations Storing stations in memory You can preset six stations for each band. FM station automatic presetting — SSM (Strong-station Sequential Ÿ Memory) Lights up when receiving an FM stereo Select the FM band (FM1 – FM3) you want to broadcast with sufficient signal strength.
To check the other information while listening to an FM or AM station To locate a particular track (for CD) or folder Clock Ô Frequency (for MP3/WMA discs in KD-G396/KD-G395) directly To select a number from 01 – 06: Disc operations Playing a disc in the unit To select a number from 07 –...
Skipping tracks quickly during play • When “TAG DISP” is set to “TAG ON” (see page 12) • KD-G396/KD-G395: For MP3 or WMA discs, you can skip tracks within the same folder A = Album name/performer (folder Ex.: To select track 32 while playing tracks whose...
[ ALL RND : All tracks of the current disc. RND OFF : Cancels. * KD-G396/KD-G395: Only while playing an MP3 or a WMA disc. [ ] : Corresponding indicator lights up on the Indication, [Range] display BAS * (bass), [–06 to +06]...
Other external component General settings — PSM operations You can change PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) items listed in the table on page 12. You can connect an external component to the AUX (auxiliary) input jack on the control panel. Select a PSM item. Portable audio player, etc Adjust the PSM item selected.
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If the power supply is not interrupted by turning off the ignition key of your car, it is recommended to select “OFF” that you save the car’s battery. Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blanked) on the display. For KD-G396/KD-G395.
To keep discs clean Maintenance A dirty disc may not play correctly. If a disc does become dirty, wipe it with How to clean the connectors a soft cloth in a straight line from center Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. to edge.
• Use only “finalized” CD-Rs or CD-RWs. Turning off the power • KD-G396/KD-G395 can only play back files of the • If you turn off the power while listening to a disc, same type as those which are detected first if a disc...
KD-G396/KD-G395: Playing an MP3/WMA • The search function works but search speed is not constant. disc • This unit can play back MP3/WMA files with the Changing the source extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of • If you change the source, playback also stops the letter case—upper/lower).
Troubleshooting What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms Remedies/Causes • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level. • Check the cords and connections. •...
Load Impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowance) Wow and Flutter: Less than measurable limit Tone Control Range: For KD-G396/KD-G395: Bass: ±12 dB at 60 Hz MP3 Decoding Format: (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3) Mid-range: ±12 dB at 1 kHz Max.
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