Part No. BRLK2

BMW/Landrover/Mini/Rover –

VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
This comprehensive interface is compatible to an extensive range, including the following applications:
BMW
New 1998 - On 3 Series Saloon, 2000 - On Coupe and Cabriolet models (Known as the E46), the 5 series
(Known as the E39), the latest Compact (E46) and X5. This is only compatible with a standard ‘BMW
Business’ sound system.
LANDROVER
Landrover Freelander (2001). This is only compatible with a standard Philips DC597/60 Head Unit.
MINI
Mini (2001 - On). This is only compatible with a standard Philips, Clarion or Blaupunkt manufactured
sound system.
ROVER
Rover 25 & 45 (2001 on). This interface is only compatible with either the standard Blaupunkt
manufactured CD tuner – part number XQE100380 (C42 Version), or the VDO/Philips 22DC597/60 head
unit.
Rover 75 (1999 - On). This is only compatible with a standard Rover 75 Harmony sound system (Head
unit 22DC745/60).
MGF (2001). This is only compatible with the standard MGF Head Unit manufactured by Blaupunkt model
number XQE1000380 or VDO/Philips DC597/60L.
This interface is not designed specifically for use with the Satellite Navigation systems in any of the
aforementioned vehicles, but in some instances it may work
This interface is only designed for use with vehicles that are NOT pre-installed with the
factory fitted bus-lead.
CD CHANGERS
We recommend that you use the Kenwood KDC-C469 Six-disc CD changer, however the older KDC-C467
changer will also be compatible but the changer will have to be switched to the ‘N’ (New Bus) setting. An
alternative is the KDC-C719 Ten disc changer; this however will have no direct access to discs 7,8,9 and
10, but will play sequentially.
PRECAUTIONS
If the interface is used in conjunction with any form of music interruption system E.G. RDS or Telephone muting
there is a small chance it will stop the interface working momentarily.
INSTALLATION
It is important that the installation sequence is followed to ensure complete and proper recognition of
the CD changer by the factory radio.
1. Switch off radio, turn off ignition and remove keys.
2. Disconnect negative battery terminal (Unless vehicle is fitted with trip or navigation computers) (Ensure
radio code is known or accessible).
3. (Freelander) Route the Kenwood bus-lead from the front of the vehicle to beneath the passenger seat.