Appendix

About the Audio file

 

CA-U1EX (option) is recommended.

Playable Audio files

Normal playback is not guaranteed when a cable

 

AAC-LC (.m4a), MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma)

 

other than the USB compatible cable is used.

Playable disc media

 

Connecting a cable whose total length is longer

 

CD-R/RW/ROM

 

 

 

than 4 m can result in abnormal playback.

• Playable disc file formats

 

 

 

 

ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Romeo, Long file name.

Models of iPods/iPhones that can be

Playable USB devices

connected to this unit

 

 

USB mass storage class

 

• Playable USB device file systems

Made for

 

• iPod nano (6th generation)

• iPod nano (5th generation)

 

FAT16, FAT32

 

 

Even if the audio files comply with the standards

• iPod nano (4th generation)

• iPod nano (3rd generation)

• iPod nano (2nd generation)

• iPod nano (1st generation)

listed above, playback may be impossible depending

• iPod with video

• iPod classic

on the type or condition of the medium or device.

• iPod touch (4th generation)

• iPod touch (3rd generation)

• Playback order of the Audio files

• iPod touch (2nd generation)

• iPod touch (1st generation)

 

In the example of folder/file tree shown below, files

 

• iPhone 4S

• iPhone 4

 

are played in the order of number from to .

 

• iPhone 3GS

• iPhone 3G

 

 

CD (1)

^:Folder

 

 

• iPhone

 

 

 

 

¡!

 

 

¡ :Audio file

For information on the compatibility with iPod/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

¡"

 

iPhone software, visit www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ipod/.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

¡#

Types of available control vary depending

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4 ¡$

 

on the type of connected iPod. Visit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

¡%

 

www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ipod/ for further details.

 

 

 

 

• The word “iPod” appearing in this manual indicates

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

¡P

 

the iPod or the iPhone connected with the iPod

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connection cable (optional accessory).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For the online manual describing audio files, visit

 

Refer to the web site for connectable iPods and iPod

www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/audiofile/. In this online

 

connection cables.

 

manual, detailed information and notes which are not

 

www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/ipod/

provided in this manual are provided. Make sure to

 

read through the online manual as well.

 

 

 

If you start playback after connecting the iPod, the music

 

 

 

that was playing on the iPod is played first.

In this manual, the term “USB device” indicates a flash

 

 

In this case, “RESUMING” is displayed without displaying a

 

memory or digital audio player which has a USB terminal.

 

folder name, etc. Changing the browse item will display a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

correct title, etc.

 

About the USB device

You cannot operate the iPod if “KENWOOD” or “” is

 

displayed on the iPod.

 

When the USB device is connected to this unit, it is

 

 

 

 

 

 

charged when this unit is powered.

 

 

 

Install the USB device in the place where it will not

 

 

 

 

prevent you from driving your vehicle properly.

 

 

 

You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub or

 

 

 

 

multi card reader.

 

 

 

Save backups of the audio files used with this unit.

 

 

 

 

The files can be

erased depending on the operating

 

 

 

condition of the USB device.

We shall not be liable for any damage arising out of erasure of the stored data.

No USB device comes with this unit. You need to purchase a commercially available USB device.

When connecting the USB device, use of the

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About “KENWOOD Music Editor”

This unit supports the PC application “KENWOOD Music Editor Light ver1.1” or later.

When you use the audio file with database information added by the “KENWOOD Music Editor Light ver1.1”, you can search for a file by title, album or artist name using the function mentioned in <Music search> (page 18).

In the Instruction manual, the term “Music Editor media” indicates the device that contains audio files with database information added with KENWOOD Music Editor.

“KENWOOD Music Editor Light ver1.1” is available from the following web site: www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/

For further information on “KENWOOD Music Editor Light ver1.1”, refer to the site above or the application help.

Requirements Pandora® internet radio

Requirements for listening to the Pandora® internet radio are as follows:

iPhone or iPod touch

Use an Apple iPhone or iPod touch running under iOS3 or later.

Search for “Pandora” in the Apple iTunes App Store

to find and install the most current version of the Pandora® application on your device.

iPhone/ iPod touch connected to this unit with a KCA-iP102.

Android™

Visit the Andoid marketplace and search for Pandora to install.

Bluetooth must be built in and the following

profiles must be supported.

-SPP (Serial Port Profile)

-A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

BlackBerry®

Visit www.pandora.com from the built in browser to download the Pandora application.

Bluetooth must be built in and the following

profiles must be supported.

-SPP (Serial Port Profile)

-A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

In the application on your device, log in and create an account with Pandora.

(If you are not already a registered user, an account can also be created at www.pandora.com.)

Internet connection by 3G, EDGE, or WiFi.

Pandora® is available only in the U.S.

Because Pandora® is a third-party service, the specifications

Contents

are subject to change without prior notice. Accordingly, compatibility may be impaired or some or all of the services may become unavailable.

Some functions of Pandora® cannot be operated from this unit.

For issues using the application, please contact Pandora® at pandora-support@pandora.com

About the SiriusXM tuner (Optional accessory)

This unit supports SXM Ready Vehicle Connect Tuners. Refer to the instruction manual for the SiriusXM tuner.

Function of KDC-X896, KDC-BT852HD

About the Bluetooth module

This unit conforms to the following Bluetooth specifications:

Version

Bluetooth Ver. 3.0 Certified

Profile

HFP (Hands Free Profile)

 

HSP (Headset Profile)

 

SPP (Serial Port Profile)

 

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

 

AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)

 

PBAP (Phonebook Access Profile)

 

OPP (Object Push Profile)

For the cell-phones verified for compatibility, access the following URL:

http://www.kenwood.com/cs/ce/bt/

The units supporting the Bluetooth function have been certified for conformity with the Bluetooth Standard following the procedure prescribed by Bluetooth

SIG. However, it may be impossible for such units to communicate with your cell-phone depending on its type.

HFP is a profile used to make a hands-free call.

OPP is a profile used to transfer data such as a phone book between units.

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KDC-X496, KDC-X896, KDC-BT852HD, KDC-452U, KMR-550U specifications

Kenwood is a well-known name in the car audio industry, providing enthusiasts with high-quality products that enhance their driving experience. Among their impressive lineup, models like the Kenwood KMR-550U, KDC-452U, KDC-BT852HD, KDC-X896, and KDC-X496 stand out for their technology, features, and performance.

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