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CD-RECEIVER
KDC-X889
KDC-MP828
KDC-MP7028
KDC-MP728
KDC-X789
KDC-MP628
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.
Model KDC-X889/MP828/MP7028/MP728/X789/MP628
Serial number
© B64-2962-00/00 (KW)
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Page 1: Instruction Manual
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. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety precautions Notes About CDs About AAC, MP3 and WMA Notes on Multi-function Key System General features Power Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator Audio Control Audio Setup Speaker Setting Subwoofer Output Sound Field Control Sound Management system Equalizer Control WOW Control Bypass Control Memory mode... -
Page 3: Installation Procedure
Menu system Menu System Security Code Touch Sensor Tone Manual Clock Adjustment Date Adjustment Date Mode Synchronize Clock DSI (Disabled System Indicator) Selectable Illumination Dimmer Switching preout Built-in Amp Setting G-Counter Level set G-Analyzer Reset G-Analyzer Calibration setup G-Analyzer Stop Watch Dual Zone System Setting B.M.S. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
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. -
Page 5: Notes
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. - Page 6 "Media Manager". • Refer to the following site for the updated information of "Media Manager". http://www.kenwood.mediamanager.jp • Contact Kenwood for the function and operation of the "Media Manager". • "Media Manager" is a product of PhatNoise. English...
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Page 7: About Cds
About CDs Handling CDs • Don’t touch the recording surface of the CD. • 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. •... -
Page 8: About Aac, Mp3 And Wma
• The files with copy protection cannot be played. Playable AAC file • ".m4a" file encoded by AAC-LC format. Refer to http://www.kenwood.mediamanager.jp for the details. Playable MP3 file • MPEG 1/2 Audio Layer 3 file •... -
Page 9: Notes On Multi-Function Key System
Notes on Multi-function Key System Multi-function Key System serves to control various functions with the [1] — [6] 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. -
Page 10: General Features
General features Release button Release button Power Turning ON the Power Press the [SRC] button. Turning OFF the Power Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second. Selecting the Source Press the [SRC] button. Display Source required SIRIUS tuner (Optional accessory) "SIRIUS"... - Page 11 Select the source for adjustment Press the [SRC] button. Enter Audio Control mode Press the [VOL] knob. Select the Basic Audio item for adjustment Press the [VOL] knob. Each time the knob is pressed, the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below. Adjust the Basic Audio item Turn the [VOL] knob.
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Page 12: Audio Setup
General features Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828 Audio Control Select the source for adjustment Press the [SRC] button. Enter Audio Control mode Press the [VOL] knob. Select the Audio item for adjustment Press the [VOL] knob. Each time the knob is pressed, the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below. -
Page 13: Speaker Setting
Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828 Audio Setup Setting the Sound system, such as Volume offset and Dual Zone. Select the source for adjustment Press the [SRC] button. Enter Audio Setup mode Press the [VOL] knob for at least 1 second. Select the Audio Setup item for adjustment Press the [VOL] knob. -
Page 14: Subwoofer Output
General features Subwoofer Output Turning the Subwoofer output ON or OFF. Hold down on [AM] of the Control knob for at least 1 second. Each time the button is pressed, Subwoofer output switches ON and OFF. When it’s ON, "SW ON" is displayed. •... -
Page 15: Sound Management System
Adjust the Sound Field Control item Push the Control knob to [4] or [¢]. Each time the knob is pushed, the setting switches as shown below. Sound Field Control Item Range Front High Pass Filter Center/ Rear High Pass Filter Center (KDC-X889) Through/30 —... -
Page 16: Equalizer Control
General features Equalizer Control Select the source for adjustment Press the [SRC] button. Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "EQ"/"SYS.Q" is displayed above the [3] (KDC-X889/MP828)/[1] (KDC-MP7028/MP728/X789/MP628) button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9). -
Page 17: Wow Control
Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828 WOW Control Select the source for adjustment Press the [SRC] button. Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "WOW" is displayed above the [4] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9). -
Page 18: Memory Mode
General features Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828 Memory mode The values of Field Control can be stored in memory. Adjust the item you wish to put in memory By referring to <Sound Field Control> (page 14), <Sound Management system> (page 15), and <Equalizer Control>... -
Page 19: Theft Deterrent Faceplate
Select the characters Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. • Characters can be entered by using a remote with a numbers buttons. Example: If "DANCE" is entered. Character Button Times pressed "D" "A" "N" "C" "E" Repeat steps 5 through 7 and enter the name. Exit Menu mode Press the [MENU] button. -
Page 20: Display Mode Switching
General features Display Mode Switching Switching the display mode. Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [6] (KDC-X889/MP828)/[2] (KDC-MP7028/MP728/X789/MP628) button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9). Enter display control mode Press the [6]/[2] ("DISP") button. -
Page 21: Wallpaper Selecting
Select the graphic/ spectrum analyzer display Press the [3] ("Graph") button. Select the graphic/ spectrum analyzer display part display Push the Control knob to [4] or [¢]. Each time the button is pressed, the graphic display/ spectrum analyzer display switches as shown below. -
Page 22: Text Display Switching (Display Type B)
General features Display Type B Text Display Switching Switching the text display. Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [6] (KDC-X889/MP828)/[2] (KDC-MP7028/MP728/X789/MP628) button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9). -
Page 23: Display Type C/ Display Type D
• * If the contents of the information cannot be displayed, Play time or Frequency is displayed. • * Function of the KDC-X889/MP828/X789 • Auxiliary input name is displayed for the Auxiliary input source. • If the text for the Sirius tuner source, including Channel name, etc. - Page 24 General features The text display in the Upper text display part In Tuner source Information Display Station name, Program Service "BAND+ch+SNPS" name* or Frequency Radio text, Program Service name or "Radio Text" Frequency (FM)* Frequency (FM,AM) "BAND+ch+FREQ" Spectrum Analyzer & Clock "Speana/Clock"...
- Page 25 Artist Name "Radio Text"* Composer name Category Name Label Comment • * If the contents of the information cannot be displayed, Kenwood Logo displayed. However, In HD Radio source, a display become a blank display. Display "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank" "Channel Name"...
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Page 26: Font Color Select
General features The text display in the Lower text display part In Tuner source Information Indicator Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Radio text (FM)( KDC-X889/MP828/X789 In CD & External disc source Information Display Indicator "Indicator" Spectrum Analyzer & Clock "Speana/Clock"... -
Page 27: G-Analyzer Display Switching
Select the Font Color Push the Control knob to [4] or [¢]. Exit display control mode Press the [6] ("RTN") button. Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828/KDC- MP7028/KDC-MP728/KDC-X789 G-Analyzer display Switching Switches G-Analyzer display when the Display type is set to "Display Type E". (G: gravity) •... -
Page 28: Tuner Features
Tuner features AUTO /AME AUTO /AME Band display ST indicator Tuning Selecting the station. Select tuner source Press the [SRC] button. Select the "TUNER" display. 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. -
Page 29: Station Preset Memory
Example: Desired frequency Press button 92.1 MHz (FM) [0], [9], [2], [1] 810 kHz (AM) [0], [8], [1], [0] Canceling Direct Access Tuning Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote. Station Preset Memory Putting the station in the memory. Select the band Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. -
Page 30: Rds Features
Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828/KDC-X789 RDS features Radio text Radio Text Scroll Scrolling the displayed radio text. Hold down on [FM] of the Control knob for at least 1 second. PTY (Program Type) Selecting the Program Type and searching for a station. -
Page 31: Registration Of A Station As A Pty
Personality "Personality" Public "Public" College "College" Weather "Weather" • Speech and Music include the Program type below. Music: No.7 — 19, 21 Speech: No.3 — 6, 20, 22 — 26 • The Program Type can be put in the [1] — [6] button memory and called up quickly. -
Page 32: Cd/Audio File/External Disc Control Features
CD/Audio file/External disc control features IN indicator Playing CD & Audio file When there is no disc inserted Open the panel. Press the [0] button. Insert a disc. • When the faceplate has been slid open, it might interfere with the shift lever or something else. If this happens, pay attention to safety and move the shift lever or take an appropriate action, then operate the unit. -
Page 33: Playing External Disc
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 Disc player "CD Changer" CD changer "MD Changer" MD changer Pause and play Press the Control knob. -
Page 34: Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat
CD/Audio file/External disc control features Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer or Audio file folder folder you’re listening to. 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 35: Disc Random Play
Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828/KDC-X789 Function of Audio file Disc Random Play Playing randomly from all of the Audio files recorded in the disc. Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "RDM" is displayed above the [3] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System>... -
Page 36: Switching The Play Mode
CD/Audio file/External disc control features Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828/KDC-X789 Function of ACDrive disc Switching the Play mode Arrange the playing orders of the songs by categories. Select the key function section Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "S.MODE" is displayed above the [1] button. -
Page 37: Sirius Tuner Control Features
SIRIUS tuner control features AUTO AUTO 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. -
Page 38: Category And Channel Search
SIRIUS tuner control features Category and Channel Search Selecting the channel and category you want to receive. Enter Category and Channel Search mode Press the Control knob. Select the Category Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. • It is the item when the category of Middle text display part is selected. -
Page 39: Channel Scan
Channel Scan Every receivable Channel is checked for 10 seconds. Start Channel Scan Press the [AUTO] button for at least 2 seconds. The channel number display blinks. Release it when the song you want to listen to is received Push the Control knob to [4] or [¢]. Text Scroll for SIRIUS tuner source Scrolls the displayed channel name and other items. -
Page 40: Hd Radio Control Features
HD Radio control features • When you connect an HD Radio, Tuner features of the unit are disabled and switched to HD Radio tuner features. A portion of the setting methods including the Tuning Mode will change. • With the HD Radio tuner, you can use the similar functions to <Station Preset Memory>, <Auto Memory Entry>, and <Preset Tuning>... -
Page 41: Menu System
Menu system 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. Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "Menu"... -
Page 42: Security Code
Menu system In Standby mode 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. • The setup Security Code can be done when the <Demonstration mode Setting>... -
Page 43: Date Mode
Enter Date Adjust mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. The date display blinks. Selecting the item (day, month, or year) to adjust Push the Control knob to [4] or [¢]. The items that are blinking are items that can be adjusted. -
Page 44: Built-In Amp Setting
Menu system In Standby mode Built-in Amp Setting Built-in amplifier is controlled. Turning OFF this control enhances the preout quality. Display Setting "AMP : ON" The built-in amplifier activates. "AMP : OFF" The built-in amplifier deactivates. Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828/KDC- MP7028/KDC-MP728/KDC-X789 In Standby mode G-Counter Level set... -
Page 45: Dual Zone System Setting
• Do not use G-Analyzer stop watch on the Public roads. Select G-Analyzer Stop Watch mode Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Stop Watch" display. Enter G-Analyzer Stop Watch mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. "Stop"... -
Page 46: Amp Control
Menu system Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-X789 When LX AMP unit connecting AMP Control You can control the LX AMP connected to the unit. Select AMP Control mode Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "AMS Control" display. Enter AMP Control mode Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. -
Page 47: Sirius Id (Esn) Display
Exit Receive mode Press the [MENU] button. • Even if the "Auto" setting, and analog broadcast will be received during the reception of a ball game mode (non-delayed broadcast program). In SIRIUS tuner source SIRIUS ID (ESN) display Displaying the SIRIUS ID (Electronic Serial Number) Display "ESN =************"... -
Page 48: Built-In Auxiliary Input Setting
<Graphic part/ Spectrum Analyzer Display Switching> (page 20) <Wallpaper selecting> (page 21) • When you can’t download the pictures to this unit, there may be a problem with the CD-R/CD-RW write method. Refer to the URL http://www.kenwood.net-disp.com, and rewrite the CD-R/CD-RW. -
Page 49: Voice Index
Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828/KDC-X789 Function of ACDrive disc Voice Index Setting the announcement during the play of AC Drive disc. Display Setting "Voice Index : ON" Guide is announced. "Voice Index : OFF" Not be announced. Function of the KDC-X889/KDC-MP828/KDC-X789 In CD mode ACDrive firmware version display Displaying the firmware version with the ACDrive... -
Page 50: Audio Preset Call
Menu system Function of the KDC-MP7028/KDC-MP728/KDC- X789/KDC-MP628 Other than Standby mode Audio Preset Call Recalling the sound setup registered by <Audio Preset Memory> (page 49). Select the source Press the [SRC] button. Enter Menu mode Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "Menu"... -
Page 51: Basic Operations Of Remote
Basic Operations of remote FM/AM/ 2-ZONE [0] — [9] 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. 2WARNING •... -
Page 52: In Tuner Source
Basic Operations of remote Audio Control [AUD] button Select the Audio item for adjustment. [VOL] buttons Adjust the Audio item. • Refer to <Audio Control> (page 10/12) for the operation method, such as the procedures of Audio control and others. •... - Page 53 In SIRIUS tuner source [FM] button Select the preset band. [4]/ [¢] buttons Search up or down channel. [0] — [9] buttons Press buttons [1] — [6] to recall preset channels. [DIRECT] button Enters and cancels the <Direct Access Tuning> (page 38) mode.
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Page 54: Accessories/Installation Procedure
Accessories/ Installation Procedure Accessories Installation Procedure 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. -
Page 55: Connecting Wires To Terminals
KDC-MP728/ Rear right output (Red)/ MP628 Subwoofer right output (Red) Rear left output (White)/ Subwoofer left output (White) To KENWOOD disc changer/ External optional accessory To connect these leads, refer to the relevant instruction manuals. Fuse (10A) If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. -
Page 56: Installation
Installation non-Japanese cars 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). - Page 57 Screwing the Faceplate on the Unit If you want to fasten the faceplate to the main unit so that it does not fall off, screw in the provided screws in the holes shown below. Bottom panel Accessory5 • Never insert the screw in any other screw hole than the one specified.
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Page 58: Removing The Unit
Removing the Unit Removing the hard rubber frame 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. Accessory2 Removal tool When the upper level is removed, remove the lower two locations. -
Page 59: Troubleshooting Guide
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. General The power does not turn ON. ✔... - Page 60 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.
- Page 61 Audio file source Cannot play an Audio file. ✔ The media is scratched or dirty. ☞ Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on <About CDs> (page 7). The sound skips when an Audio file is being played.
- Page 62 This unit does not work properly for some reason. ➪ Press the reset button to download it again. If this error is still displayed, consult a local Kenwood dealer. No Display File: No file that can be downloaded is contained in the CD-ROM.
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Page 63: Specifications
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 (1.6 µV/75 Ω) Frequency response (±3.0 dB) : 30 Hz –...