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- Page 1 KDC-W6527SE KDC-W6527 KDC-W657 CD-RECEIVER INSTRUCTION MANUAL © B64-2879-00/00 (EW/E2W)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety precautions Notes Notes on playing MP3/WMA About CDs General features Power Selecting the Source Volume Attenuator System Q Audio Control Speaker Setting Display Mode Switching Upper text display part select Lower text display part select Level meter display part select Auxiliary Input Display Setting Subwoofer Output Faceplate Angle Adjustment... -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
• If the unit starts to emit smoke or strange smells, turn off the power immediately and consult your Kenwood dealer. • Make sure not to get your fingers caught between the faceplate and the unit. • Be careful not to drop the unit or subject it to strong shock. - Page 4 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.
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Page 5: Notes
Notes Cleaning the Unit 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. -
Page 6: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma
Notes on playing MP3/WMA KDC-W6527SE/ W6527/ W657 can play MP3 (MPEG1, 2 Audio Layer 3)/WMA. Note, however, that the MP3/WMA recording media and formats acceptable are limited. When writing MP3/WMA, pay attention to the following restrictions. Acceptable media The MP3/WMA recording media acceptable to this unit are CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. - Page 7 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.
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Page 8: 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 9: General Features
Press the [SRC] button. Source required Tuner External disc (Optional accessory) Auxiliary input (KDC-W6527SE/ KDC-W6527) Auxiliary input (Optional accessory) Standby (Illumination only mode) Q/AUD • This unit automatically turns full power OFF after 20 minutes lapses in Standby mode in order to save the vehicles battery. -
Page 10: System Q
General features System Q You can recall the best sound setting preset for different types of music. Select the source to set Press the [SRC] button. Select the Sound type Press the [Q] button. Each time the button is pressed the sound setting switches. -
Page 11: Display Mode Switching
Each time the button is pressed the setting switches as shown below. Speaker type Display "Speaker OFF" For 5 & 4 in. speaker "Speaker 5/4inch." For 6 & 6x9 in. speaker "Speaker 6*9/6inch" For the OEM speaker "Speaker O.E.M." Exit Speaker Setting mode Press the [Q] button. -
Page 12: Upper Text Display Part Select
General features Upper text display part select You can select the information displayed in the upper part in Display mode "Display Type A" or "Display Type B". Enter display control mode Press the [DISP] button. "Display Control" is displayed. Press the [FM] button. Each time the button is pressed the display switches as shown below. -
Page 13: Level Meter Display Part Select
Level meter display part Search Light Symphony Sniper Silence Level Meter A Level Meter B Exit Display control mode Press the [DISP] button. • When 'Dual Zone System' (page 28) is ON, Level meter cannot be switched (KDC-W6527SE/ KDC-W6527 only). English... -
Page 14: Auxiliary Input Display Setting
Auxiliary input display setting mode closes. • The Auxiliary Input Display can be set only when the built-in auxiliary input (KDC-W6527SE/ KDC-W6527 (KDC-W6527SE/ KDC-W6527 only) or the auxiliary input of optional KCA-S210A is only) used. -
Page 15: Theft Deterrent Faceplate
Theft Deterrent Faceplate The faceplate of the unit can be detached and taken with you, helping to deter theft. Removing the Faceplate Press the Release button. The faceplate is unlocked, allowing you to detach • The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts. -
Page 16: Tuner Features
Tuner features Band display Tuning Selecting the station. Select tuner source Press the [SRC] button. Select the "TUNER" display. Select the band Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands. Tune up or down band Press the [4] or [¢] button. -
Page 17: Station Preset Memory
Station Preset Memory Putting the station in the memory. Select the band Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the frequency to put in the memory Press the [4] or [¢] button. Put the frequency in the memory Press the desired [1] — [6] button for at least 2 seconds. -
Page 18: Rds Features
RDS features 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 or OFF. When it’s ON, "TI"... -
Page 19: Program Type Preset
Select the Program Type Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Each time the button is pressed the Program Type switches as shown below. Program Type Display Speech "All Speech" Music "All Music" News "News" Current Affairs "Current Affairs" Information "Information" Sport "Sport"... -
Page 20: Changing Language For Pty Function
RDS features Changing Language for PTY Function Selecting the Program Type display language. Enter PTY mode Refer to 'PTY (Program Type)' (page 18). Enter Changing Language mode Press the [DISP] button. Select the language Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Each time the button is pressed the language switches as shown below. -
Page 21: Cd/Mp3/Wma/External Disc Control Features
CD/MP3/WMA/External disc control features Playing CD & MP3/WMA When there is no disc inserted Open the panel to insert disc 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 22: Playing External Disc
Press the [SRC] button. Select the display for the disc player you want. Display examples: Display Disc player "CD2" CD player "CD CH" CD changer "MD CH" MD changer Pause and play Press the [38] button. -
Page 23: Scan Play
Scan Play Playing the first part of each song on the disc or MP3/WMA folder you are listening to and searching for the song you want to listen to. Start Scan Play Press the [SCAN] button. "Scan ON"/ "Track Scan ON" is displayed. Release it when the song you want to listen to is played Press the [SCAN] button. -
Page 24: Disc Naming (Dnps)
Name Set mode closes. English • Media that you can attach names to - Internal CD player: 30 discs. - External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the CD changer/ player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual. -
Page 25: 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 26: 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. • When the Security Code function is activated it can’t be released. -
Page 27: Synchronize Clock
Setting "SWPRE Rear" Rear preout. "SWPRE Sub-W" Subwoofer preout. Function of the KDC-W6527SE/ KDC-W6527 In Standby mode Built-in Amp Mute Setting Toggles ON or OFF the mute control on the built- in amplifier. Turning ON this control enhances the preout quality. -
Page 28: Dual Zone System
Menu system Function of the KDC-W6527SE/ KDC-W6527 In External disc, or Auxiliary input source Dual Zone System Makes the sound different for the front channel and rear channel. Display Setting "Zone 2 OFF" The front and rear are the same source sound. -
Page 29: Local Seek
In Tuner mode Local Seek Only stations whose reception is good are searched for in auto seek tuning. Display Setting "Local.S OFF" The local seek function is OFF. "Local.S ON" The local seek function is ON. In Tuner mode Tuning Mode Sets the tuning mode. -
Page 30: External Display Control
- Folder name/ File name/ Song title/ Artist name/ Album name - MD title - Radio text - Text for GSM hands free source (message, etc.) Function of the KDC-W6527SE/ KDC-W6527 Built-in Auxiliary input Setting Set the Built-in Auxiliary Input function. Display Setting "AUX OFF"... -
Page 31: Amp Control
When LX AMP unit connecting AMP Control You can control the LX AMP connected to the unit. Select AMP Control mode Press the [FM] or [AM] button. Select the "AMP Control" display. Enter AMP Control mode Press the [4] or [¢] button for at least 1 second. -
Page 32: Basic Operations Of Remote
Accessory of the KDC-W6527SE/ KDC-W6527 Basic Operations of remote FM/AM – DISC /DISC [0] – [9] Loading and Replacing the battery Use one lithium battery (CR2025). Insert the batteries with the + and – poles aligned properly, following the illustration inside the case. -
Page 33: In Tuner Source
In Tuner source [FM]/ [AM] buttons Select the band. Each time the [FM] button is pressed it switches between the FM1, FM2, and FM3 bands. [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 16) mode. -
Page 34: Accessories/Installation Procedure
9. Press the reset button. • If your car is not prepared for this special connection- ...1 system, consult your Kenwood dealer. • Only use antenna conversion adapters (ISO-JASO) when the antenna cord has an ISO plug. • Make sure that all wire connections are securely made by inserting jacks until they lock completely. -
Page 35: Connecting Wires To Terminals
(Blue/White) FM/AM antenna input Front left output (White) Front right output (Red) KENWOOD disc changer input To connect the Disc changer, consult your Disc changer manual. If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. -
Page 36: Connecting The Iso Connector
Connecting Wires to Terminals Connector Function Guide Pin Numbers for Cable Colour ISO Connectors External Power Connector Yellow Blue/White Orange/White Black Speaker Connector Purple Purple/Black Gray Gray/Black White White/Black Green Green/Black English 2WARNING Functions Connecting the ISO Connector The pin arrangement for the ISO connectors depends on the type of vehicle you drive. -
Page 37: Installation
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). -
Page 38: 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 39: 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 40 Troubleshooting Guide It isn’t the set Traffic information sound volume. ✔ The set sound volume is less than the tuner sound volume. ☞ If the tuner sound volume is louder than the set sound volume,the tuner sound volume is used. Disc source "AUX EXT"...
- Page 41 After setting it in the Disc Changer, DNPP was done without having it been played at least 1 time. IN (Blink): The CD player section is not operating properly. ➪ Reinsert the CD. If the CD cannot be ejected or the display continues to flash...
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Page 42: Specifications
Wow & Flutter : Below Measurable Limit Frequency response (±1 dB) : 10 Hz – 20 kHz Total harmonic distortion (1 kHz) KDC-W6527SE: 0.008 % KDC-W6527/ W657: 0.01 % Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz) KDC-W6527SE: 110 dB KDC-W6527/ W657: 105 dB...