KDC-W4531 KDC-W4031 KDC-W431G KDC-W409 KDC-3031A KDC-3031G KDC-309A KDC-309G CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL © B64-2932-00/00 (EW/EN/E2W/E2N) B64-2932-00_English.indd 1 04.9.
Contents Safety precautions 3 Notes 4 About CDs 5 About MP3 and WMA 6 General features 7 Power Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator System Q Audio Control Audio Setup Speaker Setting Switching Display Dimmer Control Theft Deterrent Faceplate TEL Mute Tuner features 11 Tuning Tuning Mode Station Preset Memory Auto Memory Entry Preset Tuning RDS features 13 Traffic Information Radio Text Scroll PTY (Program Type) Program Type preset Changing Language for PTY Function Menu system 19 Menu S
Safety precautions 2WARNING To prevent injury or fire, take the following precautions: • To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit. 2CAUTION To prevent damage to the machine, take the following precautions: • Make sure to ground the unit to a negative 12V DC power supply. • Do not install the unit in a spot exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat or humidity.
Notes • If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer. • If the unit fails to operate properly, press the Reset button. The unit returns to factory settings when the Reset button is pressed. • Press the reset button if the disc auto changer fails to operate correctly. Normal operation should be restored. SCRL + VOL AUD SET UP Q MENU PTY DISP OFF SCAN RDM REP TI AME Reset button • The characters which can be displayed by this unit are A-Z 0-9 @ " ‘ ` % & * + – = , .
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.
About MP3 and WMA The playable MP3/WMA file (hereafter called Audio file) and the media format has the following limitation. The Audio file, which is out of the specification, may not able to be played normally, or the file and folder names may not be displayed correctly. The maximum number of characters for this unit Playable Audio file • File/Folder name is the number of the characters including the extensions • ID3 Tag can only display the tag of Ver1.X.
General features Release button VOL Control knob SCRL + VOL AUD SET UP Q MENU ATT PTY DISP SCAN OFF RDM REP - DIM TI AME ATT/DIM Q SRC LOUD indicator ATT indicator Clock display The time until full power OFF can be set in (page 23). Power Turning ON the Power Press the [SRC] button. Turning OFF the Power Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second. Volume Increasing Volume Turn the [VOL] knob clockwise. Decreasing Volume Turn the [VOL] knob counterclockwise.
General features System Q 5 Exit Audio Control mode You can recall the best sound setting preset for different types of music. Press any button. Press the button which is not [VOL] knob and [ATT] button. 1 Select the source to set Press the [SRC] button. 2 Select the Sound type Press the [Q] button. Each time the button is pressed, the sound setting switches.
3 Select the Speaker type Turn the [VOL] knob. Each time the knob is turned, the setting switches as shown below. Speaker type OFF For 5 & 4 in. speaker For 6x9 &6 in. speaker For the OEM speaker Display "SP OFF" "SP 5/4" "SP 6x9/6" "SP OEM" 4 Exit Speaker Setting mode Press the [VOL] knob. Switching Display Switching the information displayed.
General features Theft Deterrent Faceplate TEL Mute The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft. The audio system automatically mutes when a call comes in. Removing the Faceplate Press the Release button. The faceplate is unlocked, allowing you to detach it. When a call comes in "CALL" is displayed. The audio system pauses. • The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts.
Tuner features SCRL + VOL AUD SET UP Q MENU ATT PTY DISP SCAN OFF RDM REP - DIM AUTO AME AUTO/ Control AME knob 1-6 SRC ST indicator Band display Frequency display Preset station number Tuning Function of the KDC-W431G Selecting the station. Tuning Mode 1 Select tuner source Press the [SRC] button. Select the "TUNER" display. 2 Select the band Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Each time the knob is pushed to [FM], it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands.
Tuner features Station Preset Memory Putting the station in the memory. 1 Select the band Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. 2 Select the frequency to put in the memory Push the Control knob to [4] or [¢]. 3 Put the frequency in the memory Press the desired [1] — [6] button for at least 2 seconds. The preset number display blinks 1 time. On each band, 1 station can be put in the memory on each [1] — [6] button. Auto Memory Entry Putting stations with good reception in the memory automatically.
Function of the KDC-W4531/W4031/W409/3031A/3031G/309A/309G RDS features SCRL + VOL AUD SET UP Q MENU ATT PTY DISP OFF SCAN REP RDM - DIM TI AME SRC TI 1-6 Control knob PTY indicator TI indicator Traffic Information Switching to traffic information automatically when a traffic bulletin starts even when you aren’t listening to the radio. Press the [TI] button. Each time the button is pressed, the Traffic information function turns ON and OFF. When it’s ON, "TI" indicator is ON.
Function of the KDC-W4531/W4031/W409/3031A/3031G/309A/309G RDS features PTY (Program Type) Selecting the Program Type and searching for a station. 1 Enter PTY mode Press the Control knob. During PTY mode the "PTY" indicator is ON. • This function can’t be used during a traffic bulletin or AM reception. 2 Select the Program Type Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Each time the knob is pushed, the Program Type switches as shown below. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
Changing Language for PTY Function Selecting the Program Type display language. 1 Enter PTY mode Refer to (page 14). 2 Enter Changing Language mode Press the [TI] button. 3 Select the language Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Each time the knob is pushed, the language switches as shown below. Language English French German Display "ENGLISH" "FRENCH" "GERMAN" 4 Exit Changing Language mode Press the [TI] button. English | B64-2932-00_English.indd 15 15 04.9.
CD/Audio file/External disc control features 0 SCRL + VOL AUD SET UP Q MENU ATT PTY DISP OFF SCAN RDM REP F.SEL M.RDM - DIM TI AME SRC SCAN RDM/ 3 REP F.SEL M.RDM Disc number Track number Playing CD & Audio file Control knob IN indicator Track time Function of the KDC-W4531 Playing External Disc When a disc is inserted Press the [SRC] button. Select the "CD" display. • When a CD is inserted, the "IN" indicator is ON. Pause and play Press the control knob.
Fast Forwarding and Reversing Fast Forwarding Hold down on [¢] of the Control knob. Release your finger to play the disc at that point. Reversing Hold down on [4] of the Control knob. Release your finger to play the disc at that point. • The sound is not output while the Audio file is played. Scan Play Playing the first part of each song on the disc you are listening to and searching for the song you want to listen to. 1 Start Scan Play Press the [SCAN] button.
CD/Audio file/External disc control features Function of the KDC-W4531/W4031/W409/W431G Function of Audio file Folder Select Quickly selecting the folder you want to listen to. 1 Enter Folder Select mode Press the [F.SEL] button. "F-SELECT" is displayed. During Select mode the folder information is displayed as shown below. Folder name display Displays the current folder name. 2 Select the folder level Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM].
Menu system SCRL + VOL AUD SET UP Q MENU ATT PTY DISP OFF SCAN RDM REP - DIM TI AME MENU SRC Control knob RDS indicator Menu display 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. 4 Exit Menu mode Press the [MENU] button.
Menu system Function of the KDC-W4531 In Standby mode "APPROVED" is displayed. 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, it can’t be released. Note, your Security Code is the 4 digit number entered in your "Car Audio Passport" in this package.
Synchronize Clock Synchronizing the RDS station time data and this unit’s clock. Display "SYNC ON" "SYNC OFF" Setting Synchronizes the time. Adjust the time manually. • It takes 3 to 4 minutes to synchronize the clock. In Standby mode DSI (Disabled System Indicator) A red indicator will blink on the unit after the faceplate is removed, warning potential thieves. Display "DSI ON" "DSI OFF" Setting LED flashes. LED OFF.
Menu system Function of the KDC-W4531/W4031/W409/3031A/ 3031G/309A/309G AF (Alternative Frequency) When poor reception is experienced, automatically switch to another frequency broadcasting the same program in the same RDS network with better reception. Display "AF ON" "AF OFF" Setting The AF function is ON. The AF function is OFF. When the AF function is ON, the "RDS" indicator is ON.
Function of the KDC-W4531/W4031/W409/W431G In Standby mode • When operation stops for 10 seconds, the name at that time is registered, and the Auxiliary input display setting mode closes. CD Read Setting When there is a problem on playing a CD with special format, this setting play the CD by force. Display "CD READ1" "CD READ2" Text Scroll Setting Play CD and MP3/WMA. Play CD by force. Setting the displayed text scroll. Display "SCL MANU" "SCL AUTO" Setting Doesn’t scroll.
Accessories/ Installation Procedure Accessories 1 ..........1 2 ..........2 3 ..........1 Installation Procedure 1. To prevent short circuits, remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the - terminal of the battery. 2. Make the proper input and output wire connections for each unit. 3. Connect the wire on the wiring harness. 4. Take Connector B on the wiring harness and connect it to the speaker connector in your vehicle. 5.
Connecting Wires to Terminals KDC-W4531 A To Steering remote B To KENWOOD disc changer/ External optional accessory REMO. CONT A B Rear left output (White)/ Rear right output (Red) KDC-W4031/ KDC-W431G W409/3031A/ 3031G/309A/309G To Steering remote — — — To connect these leads, refer to the relevant instruction manuals.
Connecting Wires to Terminals Connector Function Guide Pin Numbers for ISO Connectors External Power Connector A-4 A-5 A-7 A-8 Cable Colour Functions Yellow Blue/White Red Black Battery Power Control Ignition (ACC) Earth (Ground) Connection Speaker Connector B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 B-5 B-6 B-7 B-8 Purple Purple/Black Gray Gray/Black White White/Black Green Green/Black Rear Right (+) Rear Right (–) Front Right (+) Front Right (–) Front Left (+) Front Left (–) Rear Left (+) Rear Left (–) 2WARNING Connecting t
Installation Installation Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Firewall or metal support Bend the tabs of the mounting sleeve with a screwdriver or similar utensil and attach it in place. Self-tapping screw (commercially available) Screw (M4X8) (commercially available) • Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip). English | B64-2932-00_English.indd 27 27 04.9.
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 (page 28) 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 Disc source MP3/WMA source ? ? Cannot play an MP3/WMA. ✔ The media is scratched or dirty. ☞ Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on (page 5). ? The specified disc does not play, but another one plays instead. ✔ The specified CD is quite dirty. ☞ Clean the CD. ✔ The disc is loaded in a different slot from that specified. ☞ Eject the disc magazine and check the number for the specified disc. ✔ The disc is severely scratched.
The messages shown below display your systems condition. EJECT: NO DISC: 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 has been loaded in the disc magazine. ➪ Load a disc into the disc magazine. TOC ERR: 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 (50 kHz space) : 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 26dB) : 0.7 µV /75 Ω Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 46dB) : 1.6 µV /75 Ω Frequency response (±3.
