CONTENTS

Safety

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Preparation

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How to attach/detach the faceplate

 

How to reset your unit

 

How to prepare the remote controller

 

(RC-405)

 

Basic operations

4

Getting started

6

Canceling the display demonstration

 

Setting the demonstration mode

 

Adjusting the clock

 

Initial settings before operations

 

Listening to the radio

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Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

 

Listening to a disc/

 

USB device/ iPod

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Start playing a disc Connecting a USB device Connecting an iPod (KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U

only)

Selecting Repeat Play

Selecting Random Play Selecting Scan Play Selecting a folder/track/file

Direct Music Search using the remote controller (RC-405)

Functions of KDC-248U/KDC-MP248U with iPod Alphabet Search and My Playlist for iPod iPod control by Hand Mode

Adjust [SETTINGS] mode settings

Listening to the other

 

external components

12

Function settings

13

Troubleshooting

14

Specifications

15

Safety

WARNING

Stop the car before operating the unit.

Important to know...

To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit.

Caution: Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car. Driving with the volume too high may cause an accident.

Condensation: When the car is air- conditioned, moisture may collect on the laser lens. This may cause disc read errors. In this case, remove the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.

This unit can only play the CDs with:

The illustrations in this manual are examples used to explain more clearly how the controls are used. Therefore, what appears on the illustrations may differ from what appears on the actual equipment.

A USB connection cable, CA-U1EX (optional accessory) is required for connecting a USB device.

You can connect an Apple iPod/iPhone with KDC-248U/ KDC-MP248U.

The word “iPod” appearing in this manual indicates the iPod or iPhone connected to this unit with a connection cable, KCA-iP101 (optional accessory).

If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.

When you purchase external components, check with your Kenwood dealer to make sure that they work with your model and in your area.

Detailed information and notes about the playable audio files are stated in an online manual on the following site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/

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