Press the + button to turn the volume up.

Press the button to turn the volume down.

SRC button

Each time you press the SRC button, the mode switches as follows:

Tuner mode

CD mode

External disc control mode

Standby mode

NOTE

The mode switches to the next mode from any mode which cannot be used.

The external disc control mode will differ depending on the unit that is connected.

ATT button

Turns down the volume quickly. To return the volume to its original level, press the button again. Turning the volume up, or turning it all the way down deactivates the attenuator function.

Tuner features

4/¢ (TUNE) buttons

Press the 4 button to make decreasing seeks (using the preset tuning mode).

Press the ¢ button to make increasing seeks (using the preset tuning mode).

Use to move the cursor left or right during station name input.

AM/FM button

Press the AM button to select the AM band.

Press the FM button to select and switch between FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.

During station name input, selects digits and symbols.

OK button

During station name input, stores the already input data in memory and ends the input mode.

During Station name preset play mode, selects station.

DNPP button

Enters and cancels the Station Name Preset Play mode.

38 button

Enters and cancels the Program Type Selection (PTY) mode. Selects the type of characters at the time of entering the station name.

Number/ letter entry buttons (KDC-X615 only) Press buttons #1-6 to recall preset stations.

Use to enter letters (alphabetical) during station name preset.

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Kenwood KDC-6015, KDC-X615, KDC-515S instruction manual Tuner features

KDC-515S, KDC-X615, KDC-6015 specifications

The Kenwood KDC series of car audio receivers, including the KDC-X615, KDC-6015, and KDC-515S, sets a high standard for sound quality and user-friendly features. These models are designed to enhance your in-car audio experience, providing excellent sound performance and connectivity options for modern audio needs.

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