KDC-MPV8025 KDC-MP825 CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Take the time to read through this instruction manual. Familiarity with installation and operation procedures will help you obtain the best performance from your new CD-receiver. For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your KENWOOD dealer for information or service on the product.
Contents Warning 3 Safety precautions 4 Notes 6 About CDs 7 Notes on playing MP3/WMA 8 Notes on Multi-function Key System 10 General features 11 Power Hiding the Control Panel Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator System Q Audio Control Rotary Volume knob operation mode select Speaker Setting Subwoofer Output Dual Zone System Display Mode Switching Text Display Switching Illumination Color Setting Station/Disc Naming (SNPS/DNPS) Auxiliary Input Display Setting Panel Position Setting Theft Deter
2Warning Basic Operations of remote 36 Accessories/ Installation Procedure 38 Connecting Wires to Terminals 39 Installation 40 Removing the Unit 42 Troubleshooting Guide 43 Specifications 46 2CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on, or inside the product relating to laser product safety.
Safety precautions 2WARNING 2CAUTION To prevent injury or fire, take the following precautions: To prevent damage to the machine, take the following precautions: • Insert the unit all the way in until it is fully locked in place. Otherwise it may fall out of place when jolted. • When extending the ignition, battery, or ground wires, make sure to use automotive-grade wires or other wires with a 0.75mm² (AWG18) or more to prevent wire deterioration and damage to the wire coating.
About CD players/disc changers connected to this unit KENWOOD disc changers/ CD players released in 1998 or later can be connected to this unit. Refer to the catalog or consult your Kenwood dealer for connectable models of disc changers/ CD players. Note that any KENWOOD disc changers/ CD players released in 1997 or earlier and disc changers made by other makers cannot be connected to this unit. Unsupported connection may result in damage.
Notes Cleaning the Unit Sirius Satellite radio tuner If the faceplate of this unit is stained, wipe it with a dry soft cloth such as a silicon cloth. If the faceplate is stained badly, wipe the stain off with a cloth moistened with neutral cleaner, then wipe neutral detergent off. Refer to the Sirius tuner control features of this manual for the operation method of Sirius Satellite radio tuner KTC-SR901/SR902 (optional accessory) when connected.
About CDs Handling CDs Removing CDs • Don’t touch the recording surface of the CD. When removing CDs from this unit pull them out horizontally. CDs that can’t be used • CDs that aren’t round can’t be used. • CD-R and CD-RW are easier to damage than a normal music CD. Use a CD-R or a CD-RW after reading the caution items on the package etc. • Don’t stick tape etc. on the CD. Also, don’t use a CD with tape stuck on it.
Notes on playing MP3/WMA Note, however, that the MP3/WMA recording media and formats acceptable are limited. When writing MP3/WMA, pay attention to the following restrictions. • Play mode may not be possible when portions of the functions of Windows Media Player 9 or higher are used. Acceptable media Entering ID3 tag The MP3/WMA recording media acceptable to this unit are CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. When using CD-RW, do full format not quick format to prevent malfunction.
MP3/WMA playing order When selected for play, Folder Search, File Search, or for Folder Select, files and folders are accessed in the order in which they were written by the CD writer. Because of this, the order in which they are expected to be played may not match the order in which they are actually played.
Notes on Multi-function Key System Multi-function Key System serves to control various functions with the [2] — [5] buttons. The basic operation of the Multi-function Key System is described below. What’s the Multi-function Key System? This unit is equipped with the Multi-function Key System that enables the operation of multiple functions with one button. For example, you can enter the Display Control Mode or turn ON/OFF the Random Play by pressing the [3] button during CD play.
General features 1–6 ATT VOL Q NEXT NAME.S AM/ SW FM 4 SRC ¢ ATT indicator indicator Function display Power Turning ON the Power Turn the vehicle ignition ON. The panel appears. Turing OFF the Power Turn the vehicle ignition OFF or press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second. The panel hides. • Do not apply force to the panel during operation. It can cause damage. Hiding the Control Panel Prevents tampering with the unit while your car is being serviced etc.
General features Selecting the Source Top 40 Jazz Press the [SRC] button. Source required SIRIUS tuner (Optional accessory) Tuner or HD Radio (Optional accessory) CD External disc (Optional accessory) Auxiliary input (Optional accessory) Auxiliary input (KDC-MPV8025 only) Standby (Illumination only mode) Display "SIRIUS" "TUNER" or “HD RADIO” "CD" "CD CH"/"CD2" "AUX EXT" "AUX" "STANDBY" "Top40" "Jazz" • User memory: The values set on the 'Audio Control' (page 12).
5 Select the Audio Control item for adjustment Press the [2] — [5] button. Each time the [2] — [5] button is pressed the adjustable audio items are switched among ranges of all stage section’s tables on the following pages. 6 Adjust the Audio Control item Press the [4] or [¢] button. Each time the button is pressed the setting switches as shown below. • The Adjustment item can also be controlled by the rotary volume knob. Refer to 'Rotary Volume knob operation mode select'(page 14).
General features Rotary Volume knob operation mode select The rotary volume knob can be used for volume adjustment and various function setups.
3 Enter the Dual Zone System Control mode Press the [5] ("2-ZN") button. Switching the display mode. 4 Select the item for adjustment Press the desired [2] — [3] button. Each time the button is pressed the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below. Adjustment Item Dual Zone System Dual Zone System Front & Rear Button [2] [3] Display "ON"/"OFF" "F – R" Display Mode Switching Range ON/OFF Front/Rear 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button.
General features Text Display Switching In Standby Switching the text display. Information 1 Select the key function section Clock Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [3] button. Refer to 'Notes on Multi-function Key System' (page 10). 2 Enter display control mode Press the [3] ("DISP") button. 3 Select the text Press the [3] ("TEXT") button. • It can also be switched by pressing either [4] or [¢] button.
2 Enter display control mode Press the [3] ("DISP") button. 3 Quick call up the preset color Press the [4] ("CLR") button. Each time the button is pressed the Color mode switches as shown below. Color mode The color changes in sequence. Preset color (Silky White) Preset color (Red) Preset color (Blue) Preset color (Blue Green) Original color The color changes according to the selected source. The color changes every 6 hours. Display "COL Scan" "COL S.White" "COL Red" "COL Blue" "COL B.
General features Auxiliary Input Display Setting Selecting the display when this device is switched to Auxiliary input source. 1 Select Auxiliary input source Press the [SRC] button. Select the "AUX"/"AUX EXT" display. 2 Enter Auxiliary input display setting mode Press the [NAME.S] button for at least 2 seconds. The presently selected AUX Name is blinks. 3 Select the Auxiliary input display Press the [4] or [¢] button. Each time the button is pressed it switches through the below displays.
• 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 1 Set the Backpanel to the panel bracket. 2 Hold down on the Backpanel until it is locked.
Tuner features 1–6 AUTO/AME NEXT AM ST indicator Band display FM 4 SRC ¢ Preset station number Frequency display Tuning Mode Tuning Choose the tuning mode. Selecting the station. Press the [AUTO] button. Each time the button is pressed the Tuning mode switches as shown below. Tuning mode Display Operation Auto seek "Auto 1" Automatic search for a station. Preset station seek "Auto 2" Search in order of the stations in the Preset memory. Manual "Manual" Normal manual tuning control.
Function of remote Direct Access Tuning Auto Memory Entry Entering the frequency and tuning. Putting stations with good reception in the memory automatically. 1 Select the band 1 Select the band for Auto Memory Entry Press the [FM] or [AM] button. 2 Enter Direct Access Tuning mode Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote. "– – – –" is displayed. 3 Enter the frequency Press the number buttons on the remote. Example: Desired frequency Press button 92.
CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features NEXT 2–5 38 Track number SCRL DISC–/ DISC+/ AM FM IN indicator 4 0 SRC ¢ Disc number Track time Playing CD & MP3/WMA When there is no disc inserted 1 Open the panel to insert disc Press the [0] button. 2 Insert a disc. Each time the button is pressed the song pauses or plays. Eject the disc 1 Eject the disc Press the [0] button. 2 Return the panel to the original position Press the [0] button.
Playing External Disc Playing discs set in the optional accessory disc player connected to this unit. Press the [SRC] button. Select the display for the disc player you want. Display examples: Display "CD2" "CD CH" "MD CH" Disc player CD player CD changer MD changer Pause and play Press the [38] button. Each time the button is pressed it pauses and plays. • Disc 10 is displayed as "0".
CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat Random Play Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer or MP3/WMA folder you’re listening to. Play all the songs on the disc or MP3/WMA folder in random order. 1 Select the key function section 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "REP" is displayed above the [4] button. Refer to 'Notes on Multi-function Key System' (page 10).
Function of MP3/WMA Folder Select Quickly selecting the folder you want to listen to. 1 Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "FSEL" is displayed above the [5] button. Refer to 'Notes on Multi-function Key System' (page 10). 2 Enter Folder Select mode Press the [5] ("FSEL") button. "Select Mode" is displayed. During Select mode the folder information is displayed as shown below. Folder name display Displays the current folder name.
SIRIUS tuner control features 1–6 NEXT AUTO SCRL Select SIRIUS Satellite Radio Mode Selecting the SIRIUS Satellite Radio Tuner (optional accessory) connected to this unit. Selecting SIRIUS Mode Press the [SRC] button. Select the "SIRIUS" display. • You need to subscribe to SIRIUS to receive the service by SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Consult SIRIUS if "CALL 888539-SIRIUS TO SUBSCRIBE" appears. • It may take a little time to start receiving after you selected the SIRIUS source.
2 Select the item for adjustment Channel Preset Memory Press the desired [2] — [5] button. Each time the button is pressed the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below. Adjustment Item Search down in category Search up in category Search down for channel in selected category Search up for channel in selected category Button [2] [3] [4] [5] Display "CS–" "CS+" "CH–" "CH+" • You cannot operate this unit until all the Category information is acquired. Putting the channel in the memory.
SIRIUS tuner control features Channel Scan Every receivable Channel is checked for 10 seconds. 1 Start Channel Scan Press the [AUTO] button for at least 1 second. The channel number display blinks. 2 Release it when the song you want to listen to is received Press the [AUTO] button for at least 1 second. Text Scroll for SIRIUS tuner source Scrolls the displayed channel name and other items. Press the [SCRL] button. 28 | English B64-2743-00̲U.S(K).Indd 28 03.11.
HD Radio control features SRC MENU AM ST indicator Band display FM 4 ¢ Preset station number Frequency display Tuning • The HD Radio cannot be selected as a dual zone source. Selecting the station. 1 Select HD Radio source Press the [SRC] button. Select the "HD Radio" display. 2 Select the HF band Press the [FM] button. Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the HF1, HF2, and HF3 bands. Select the HA band Press the [AM] button.
HD Radio control features Auto Memory Entry Putting a station with good reception in the memory automatically. 1 Select the band for Auto Memory Entry Press the [FM] or [AM] button. 2 Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "MENU" is displayed. 3 Select the Auto Memory Entry mode Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "Auto-Memory" display. 4 Open Auto Memory Entry Press the [4] or [¢] button for at least 2 seconds.
Menu system SRC MENU Menu System Setting during operation beep sound etc. functions. The Menu system basic operation method is explained here. The reference for the Menu items and their setting content is after this operation explanation. 1 Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "MENU" is displayed. AM FM 4 ¢ 4 Exit Menu mode Press the [MENU] button.
Menu system In Standby mode The unit can be used. Security Code Because authorization by the Security Code is required when it’s removed from the vehicle, personalizing this unit is by using the Security Code is a help in preventing theft. • When the Security Code function is activated, the code can’t be changed and the function can’t be released. Note, the Security Code can be set as the 4 digit number of your choice. Touch Sensor Tone Setting the operation check sound (beep sound) ON/OFF.
Selectable Illumination OFF Wait Time Setting Selecting the button illumination color as green or red. Setting the time until the faceplate hide operation starts after the power is turned OFF. The faceplate can be removed only during the set time period. Setting The illumination color is red. The illumination color is green.
Menu system In Standby mode Switching preout Switching the preout between the rear and subwoofer. (In subwoofer it outputs without effect from the fader control.) Display "SWPRE Rear" "SWPRE Sub-W" Setting Rear preout. Subwoofer preout. Display "CRSC ON" "CRSC OFF" Setting The CRSC is ON. The CRSC is OFF. • Strong electrical fields (such as from power lines) may cause unstable sound quality when CRSC is turned ON. In such a situation, turn it OFF. Text Scroll Setting the displayed text scroll.
mode switches as shown below. • Setting "CD READ 2" cannot play MP3/WMA. Some music CDs may not be played back even in the "CD READ 2" mode. Receive mode Auto mode Display "Auto" Digital Analog "Digital" "Analog" Rotary volume operation select Various items can be set using the rotary volume knob. Display "Rotary ON" "Rotary OFF" Setting The rotary volume knob can be used for item setup. The rotary volume knob cannot be used for item setup.
Basic Operations of remote SRC SRC VOL. ATT ATT 38 VOL. FM/AM/DISC+/DISC– 38 FM+ DISC 4 AM– ¢ 4/¢ DNPP DNPP /SBF DIRECT /OK ABC DEF GHI JKL MNO PRS TUV WXY Not Used DIRECT/OK [0] — [9] QZ Loading and Replacing the battery Use two "AA"-size batteries. Slide the cover while pressing downwards to remove it as illustrated. Insert the batteries with the + and – poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case. Basic operations [VOL.] buttons Adjusting the volume.
In Tuner source In SIRIUS tuner source [FM]/ [AM] buttons Select the band. Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands. [FM] buttons Select the preset band. [4]/ [¢] buttons Tune up or down band. [0] — [9] buttons Press buttons [1] — [6] to recall preset stations. [DIRECT]/ [OK] button Enters and cancels the 'Direct Access Tuning' (page 21) mode. [4]/ [¢] buttons Search up or down channel. [0] — [9] buttons Press buttons [1] — [6] to recall preset channels.
Accessories/ Installation Procedure Accessories Installation Procedure 1 ..........1 2 ..........2 1. To prevent a short circuit, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - battery. 2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit. 3. Connect the speaker wires of the wiring harness. 4. Connect the wiring harness wires in the following order: ground, battery, ignition. 5. Connect the wiring harness connector to the unit. 6. Install the unit in your car. 7.
Connecting Wires to Terminals Front right output (Red) REAR SUB WOOFER Rear right output (Red)/ Subwoofer right output (Red) Rear left output (White)/ Subwoofer left output (White) FRONT AUX IN AUX right input (Red) (KDC-MPV8025 only) AUX left input (White) (KDC-MPV8025 only) Front left output (White) To KENWOOD disc changer/ Sirius satellite radio tuner/ External optional accessory Fuse (10A) To connect these leads, refer to the relevant instruction manuals.
Installation non-Japanese cars Japanese cars 1 Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Firewall or metal support 2 frame' (page 42) and then remove the hard rubber frame. Align the holes in the unit (two locations on each side) with the vehicle mounting bracket and secure the unit with the accessory screws. T N N T/N T Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place.
Installation Locking the Backpanel to the unit If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off. 1 Refer to the Removing the Backpanel function of 2 the section on 'Theft Deterrent Panel' (page 18) and remove the Backpanel. Insert the panel lock screws into the holes at the sides of the panel. Accessory5 3 Reattach the Backpanel. • Never insert the panel lock screws in any other screw holes than the one specified.
Removing the Unit Removing the hard rubber frame 1 Engage the catch pins on the removal tool and remove the two locks on the upper level. Upper the frame and pull it forward as shown in the figure. Lock Catch Removing the Unit 1 Refer to the section 'Removing the hard rubber 2 3 frame' (page 42) and then remove the hard rubber frame. Remove the screw (M4 × 8) on the back panel. Insert the two removal tools deeply into the slots on each side, as shown.
Troubleshooting Guide What might seem to be a malfunction in your unit may just be the result of slight misoperation or miswiring. Before calling service, first check the following table for possible problems. ? No sound can be heard, or the volume is low. ✔ The fader or balance settings are set all the way to one side. ☞ Center the fader and balance settings. ✔ The input/output wires or wiring harness are connected incorrectly. ☞ Reconnect the input/output wires or the wiring harness correctly.
Troubleshooting Guide Tuner source ? Radio reception is poor. ✔ The car antenna is not extended. ☞ Pull the antenna out all the way. ✔ The antenna control wire is not connected. ☞ Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on 'Connecting Wires to Terminals'. ? The desired frequency can’t be entered with the Direct Access Tuning. ✔ A station that can’t be received is being entered. ☞ Enter a station that can be received. ✔ You’re trying to enter a frequency with a 0.01 MHz unit.
The messages shown below display your systems condition. EJECT: No disc magazine has been loaded in the changer. The disc magazine is not completely loaded. ➪ Load the disc magazine properly. No CD in the unit. ➪ Insert the CD. No Disc: No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine. ➪ Load a disc into the disc magazine. TOC Error: No disc has been loaded in the disc magazine. ➪ Load a disc into the disc magazine. The CD is quite dirty. The CD is upsidedown. The CD is scratched a lot.
Specifications Specifications subject to change without notice. FM tuner section Frequency range (200 kHz space) : 87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 30dB) : 9.3dBf (0.8 µV/75 Ω) Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 50dB) : 15.2dBf (1.