Kenwood KDC-8023 1, 2, 1 2

Prevents tampering with the unit while your car is being serviced

etc.

Hiding the control panel

Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second.

When the time set in <OFF Wait Time Setting> (page 30) lapses,

the panel is hidden and the power turns OFF.

Showing the control panel

Press the left part at the lower side of the panel.

The panel is opened to enable the operation.

Hiding the Control Panel

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The Backpanel of the unit can be detached and taken with you,

helping to deter theft.

Removing the Backpanel

1Turn the ignition OFF or press the [SRC] button for at least 1

second.

Turn OFF the power, and the control panel becomes horizontal.

After the set time passes in <OFF Wait Time Setting> (page 30), the

panel is closed.

2Remove the Backpanel forward.

When <DSI (Disabled System Indicator)> (page 29) is set to ON,

DSI blinks.

•The back panel is a precision piece of equipment and can be

damaged by shocks or jolts. For that reason, keep the back panel

in its special storage case while detached.

•Do not expose the Backpanel or its storage case to direct sunlight

or excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much

dust or the possibility of water splashing.

Reattaching the Backpanel

1Set the Backpanel to the panel bracket.

2Hold down on the Backpanel until it is locked.

Theft Deterrent Panel

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Contents

Main Contents Safety precautions To prevent injury or fire, take the following precautions: 2WARNING To prevent damage to the machine, take the following precautions: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Safety precautions NOTE Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals Cleaning the Unit Cleaning the CD Slot About CDs About GSM Hand Free Unit Handling CDs When using a new CD CD accessories Notes on Multi-function Key System What's the Multi-function Key System? Setting each function Displaying the desired function Real operational example of the Multi-function Key System Selecting the Source Power 1 Volume Audio Control Attenuator System Q 1 2 5 6 7 Display Mode Switching 1 2 3 4 Speaker Setting Page 4 Text Display Switching 2 3 7 1 2 3 4 2 Auxiliary Input Display Setting 3 Non-fading Output 4 2 3 4 Hiding the Control Panel Theft Deterrent Panel 1 2 1 2 5 6 1 3 4 1 Tuning Mode Tuning 2 3 Tuner/TV control features 3 TV Tuning (Function of LX BUS Television) Preset TV Tuning (Function of LX BUS Television) 1 2 3 1 Playing CD 2 1 CD/External disc control features 1 Disc Search (Function of disc changer) Fast Forwarding and Reversing Direct Track Search (Function of remote) 2 CD/External disc control features 2 Magazine Random Play (Function of disc changer) Text/Title Scroll 1 2 DNPP (Disc Name Preset Play) (Function of disc changers with remote) 1 Receiving a call 2 GSM Hands Free Unit control features 3 Direct Dial (Function of remote) 4 5 6 3 4 5 6 2 GSM Hands Free Unit control features 1 2 3 4 Menu System 1 2 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Auto Response time Adjust Switching preout <In Standby mode> Selectable Illumination Contrast Adjustment Eject angle setting <In Standby mode> Dimmer Built-in Auxiliary input Setting Built-in Amp Mute Setting <In Standby mode> Text Scroll B.M.S. Frequency Offset CRSC (Clean Reception System Circuit) <In FM reception> Basic Operations of remote Basic operations Loading and Replacing the battery GSM Hands Free Unit operations In Tuner source In TV source In Disc source .........2 Installation Procedure Accessories .........1 .........4 3 Connecting Wires to Terminals KDC-8023_U.S 02.12.17 6:32 PM Page 35 Installation (non-Japanese cars) KDC-8023_U.S 02.12.17 6:32 PM Page 36 Removing the UnitInstallation (Japanese-cars) Removing the hard rubber frame 2 1 Locking the Backpanel to the unitRemoving the Unit Troubleshooting Guide ? Troubleshooting Guide ? If the following situations, consult your nearest service center: ? Tuner source The messages shown below display your systems condition. Specifications Specifications subject to change without notice. FM tuner section AM tuner section CD player section