Kenwood KDC-X717 instruction manual Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Possible Cause Solution

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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.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

 

 

 

The power does not turn on.

The fuse has blown.

After checking for short circuits in the wires, replace the

 

 

fuse with one with the same rating.

 

 

 

Nothing happens when the

The computer chip in the unit is not functioning normally.

Press the reset button on the unit (see p. 5).

buttons are pressed.

 

 

 

 

 

Radio reception is poor.

The car antenna is not extended.

Pull the antenna out all the way.

 

 

 

 

The antenna control wire is not connected.

Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on

 

 

"Connecting Wires to Terminals".

 

 

 

The memory is erased when

The battery wire has not been connected to the proper

Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on

the ignition is turned off.

terminal.

"Connecting Wires to Terminals".

 

 

 

 

The ignition and battery wire are incorrectly connected.

Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on

 

 

"Connecting Wires to Terminals".

 

 

 

The faceplate does not open or

The faceplate is incorrectly attached.

Reattach the faceplate correctly, See the section on

close.

 

"Removing the Faceplate".(page.14)

 

 

 

Free switching of the sound

The system Q function is set on Scan mode.

Refer to the “System Q” page and switch it to a

quality.

 

function other than Scan mode.(see p. 10)

 

 

 

Audio control setting cannot be

The system Q function is set on Scan mode.

Refer to the “System Q” page and switch it to a

achieved.

 

function other than Scan mode.(see p. 10).

 

 

 

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Contents KDC-X917 KDC-X817 KDC-9017 KDC-X717 Contents 2Warning Safety precautions To prevent injury or fire, take the following precautionsCleaning the CD Slot Cleaning the Faceplate TerminalsCleaning the Unit Lens FoggingCleaning CDs Handling Compact discsStoring CDs Checking New CDs for BurrsDo Not Load CD Accessories Removing the CDDo Not Use Special Shape CDs Do Not Use CDs with Sticker on the Labeled SideGeneral features PowerPower ON/OFF Volume Switching ModesAttenuator Speaker & Woofer setting Switching the Preset Sound SettingLoudness System QFaceplate Angle Adjustment Switching Full-Screen DisplaySource mode Stand by modeSwitching the Upper Part Display Switching the Lower Part DisplayTuner mode CD/External disc control modeCD/External disc control mode Forced Closing Removing the FaceplateRemoving the faceplate Audio control features Non-Fading OutputReattaching the Faceplate Turning non-fading output On/OffAudio Control Setting Bass Center FrequencyBass Level Bass Quality FactorMiddle Center Frequency Treble LevelMiddle Level Middle Quality FactorPhase for Non-Fading Output Volume OffsetHigh-pass Filter Frequency for Front Output High-pass Filter Frequency for Rear OutputTuner features KDC-X917/X817/9017Frequency Tuning Station Preset MemoryAuto Memory Entry Direct Access Tuning Canceling Direct Access TuningStation Name Preset Snps Assigning NamesRDS features Station Name Preset Play SnppCanceling mode during input Alarm RDS Radio Data SystemRadio Text Scroll Program Type PTY FunctionRegistration of a station as a PTY Seeking the Selected Program TypeConfirming Program Type To register a non-RDS station as a program typeCD/External disc control features Playing CDsPlaying Other Disc mode Fast Forwarding and Reversing Disc PlayTrack Search Track Scan Track / Disc RepeatRandom Play Text Scroll Presetting Disc Names Dnps Magazine Random Play Disc Name Preset Play Dnpp Canceling Direct Disc Search While It Is OperatingTo cancel Dnpp mode Press the Dnpp button Rapid display forward / reverseMenu settings Enter the menu modeEnding the menu mode Press the Menu button Menu SystemSecurity Code In Stand by mode If you press the Reset button or remove the batteryManual Time Adjustment Calendar AdjustmentCalendar Mode Adjusting the dateMemo Mode Automatic Time AdjustmentEntering the month or day setting mode Inputting / Changing the textSwitching Display Mode Brightness level adjustmentSelectable Illumination Icon/Spectrum analyzer SelectBuilt-in Amp Mute Control In Stand by mode Time setting for removing the faceplateDual Zone System In AUX mode DimmerSwitching to a Different Traffic Information Station External Amp ControlTraffic Information Function Basic Operations of remote Basic operationsLoading and Replacing the Batteries Tuner features CD/External disc control features Accessories Installation ProcedureConnecting Wires to Terminals Battery +Installation non-Japanese cars Installation non-Japanese carsLocking the faceplate to the unit Locking the faceplate to the unitRemoving the Unit Removing the hard rubber frameRemoving the Unit Installation Japanese-cars Installing Radio Bracket in Japanese-made Cars J-CarsTroubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause SolutionProblem Possible Cause Solution CD/External disc control mode No Panel Specifications FM tuner sectionAM tuner section Audio section CD player sectionRemarque Ar Audio Page Warranty Card WHO is Protected
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