Manual Kenwood KDC W7031

CD-RECEIVER
KDC-W8531 KDC-W7531 KDC-W7031

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
B64-2987-10/03 (EF)
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 Faceplate Angle Adjustment Theft Deterrent Faceplate Speaker Setting Audio Control Audio Setup Equalizer Control Subwoofer Output Display Mode Switching Graphic part/ Spectrum Analyzer Display Switching Wallpaper selecting Text Display Switching (Display Type B) Text Display Switching (Display Type C/ Display Type D) Font Color Select G-Analyzer display Switching External Display Switching TEL Mute
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CD/Audio file/External disc control features

Playing CD & Audio file Playing External Disc Fast Forwarding and Reversing Track/File Search Disc Search/Folder Search Direct Track/File Search Direct Disc Search Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat Scan Play Random Play Magazine Random Play Disc Random Play Folder Select Switching the Play mode Letter Seek Text/Title Scroll Disc Naming (DNPS)
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Menu system
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Tuner features
Tuning Direct Access Tuning Station Preset Memory Auto Memory Entry Preset Tuning
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RDS features
Traffic Information Radio Text Scroll PTY (Program Type) Program Type preset Changing Language for PTY Function
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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. (Bass Management System) B.M.S. Frequency Offset AMP Control News Bulletin with Timeout Setting Local Seek Tuning Mode AF (Alternative Frequency) Restricting RDS Region (Region Restrict Function) Auto TP Seek Monaural Reception Auxiliary Input Display Setting & Disc Naming
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Text Scroll Built-in Auxiliary input Setting Power OFF Timer CD Read Setting Picture downloading Voice Index ACDrive firmware version display Unique ID display Audio Preset Memory Audio Preset Call Demonstration mode Setting
Basic Operations of remote Accessories/ Installation Procedure Connecting Wires to Terminals Installation Removing the Unit Troubleshooting Guide Specifications
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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. Never watch the G-Analyzer Display screen when you are driving. Otherwise, a car accident may result.
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. Setting the "O-N" Switch to the "N" position for the applicable KENWOOD disc changers/ CD players. The functions that can be used and the information that can be displayed will differ depending on the models being connected.
You can damage both your unit and the CD changer if you connect them incorrectly.
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. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing. Do not set the removed faceplate or the faceplate case in areas exposed to direct sunlight, excessive heat or humidity. Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing. To prevent deterioration, do not touch the terminals of the unit or faceplate with your fingers. Do not subject the faceplate to excessive shock, as it is a piece of precision equipment. When replacing a fuse, only use a new one with the prescribed rating. Using a fuse with the wrong rating may cause your unit to malfunction. Do not apply excessive force to the open faceplate or place objects on it. Doing so will cause damage or breakdown. Do not use your own screws. Use only the screws provided. If you use the wrong screws, you could damage the unit.
Lens Fogging
Right after you turn on the car heater in cold weather, dew or condensation may form on the lens in the CD player of the unit. Called lens fogging, CDs may be impossible to play. In such a situation, remove the disc and wait for the condensation to evaporate. If the unit still does not operate normally after a while, consult your Kenwood dealer.
About "Media Manager" of PC application attached to KDC-W8531/W7531

"Media Manager" is recorded in the CD-ROM attached to this unit. Refer to the attached installation manual for the installation method of "Media Manager". Refer to the users manual recorded in the installation CD-ROM and Help of "Media Manager" for the operation method of "Media Manager". The unit can play CD (hereafter called "ACDrive disc") created by "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.
Attach the panel while you are on the vehicle

The panel lock arm will be appeared when the panel is removed. Therefore, the panel must be attached during the driving.
Do Not Load 8 cm (3 in.) CDs in the CD slot

If you try to load a 8 cm (3 in.) CD with its adapter into the unit, the adapter might separate from the CD and damage the unit.
The "AAC" logo is trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
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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.
Before using this unit for the first time

This unit is initially set on the Demonstration mode. When using this unit for the first time, cancel the <Demonstration mode Setting> (page 44).
About DAB Tuner control
Reset button
Reset button The characters which can be displayed by ISO 8859-1. The illustrations of the display and the panel appearing in this manual are examples used to explain more clearly how the controls are used. Therefore, what appears on the display in the illustrations may differ from what appears on the display on the actual equipment, and some of the illustrations on the display may represent something impossible in actual operation.
Refer to A group on the Instruction manual of DAB Tuner KTC-9090DAB (optional accessory) for the control method of DAB Tuner function. However, the following control methods of the function for this unit may be differed from the Instruction manual; therefore, refer to the following supplemental instruction. <Auto Ensemble Memory Entry> 1. Select the preset band for Auto Ensemble Memory Entry. 2. Press the [AME] button for at least 2 seconds. Open Auto Ensemble Memory Entry. After storing in the memory finishes, the number of the pre-set buttons and the ensemble label are displayed. <Searching by programme type and language> and <Languages to be displayed> in <Programme Type (PTY) Function> At the operation to press [DISP] button, press [TI] button.
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.
Applying spray cleaner directly to the unit may affect its mechanical parts. Wiping the faceplate with a hard cloth or using a volatile liquid such as thinner or alcohol may scratch the surface or erases characters.
Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals

If the terminals on the unit or faceplate get dirty, wipe them with a dry, soft cloth.
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Notes
The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas)
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

The label is attached to the chassis/case and says that the component uses laser beams that have been classified as Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker class. There is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit. This Product is not installed by the manufacturer of a vehicle on the production line, nor by the professional importer of a vehicle into an EU Member State.
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About CDs
Handling CDs
Dont touch the recording surface of the CD.
Removing CDs
When removing CDs from this unit pull them out horizontally.
CDs that cant be used

CDs that arent round cant 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. Dont stick tape etc. on the CD. Also, dont use a CD with tape stuck on it.
When using a new CD

If the CD center hole or outside rim has burrs, use it after removing them with a ball pen etc.
CDs with coloring on the recording surface or that are dirty cant be used. This unit can only play the CDs with . It may not correctly play discs which do not have the mark. A CD-R or CD-RW that hasnt been finalized cant be played. (For the finalization process refer to your CD-R/CD-RW writing software, and your CDR/CD-RW recorder instruction manual.)
Burrs Burrs
CD storage
Dont place them in direct sunlight (On the seat or dashboard etc.) and where the temperature is high. Store CDs in their cases.
CD accessories
Dont use disc type accessories.
CD cleaning
Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
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About AAC, MP3 and WMA

The playable AAC/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.
Attach the correct extension for the Audio file (AAC: ".M4A", MP3: ".MP3", WMA: ".WMA") Do not attach the extensions to the other files besides the Audio file. If it is attached, the file, which is not the Audio file, will be played and outputs the loud noise, and then the speaker will be damaged. The files with copy protection cannot be played.
File/Folder name is the number of the characters including the extensions. MP3 ID3 Tag can only display the tag of Ver1.X. (KDCW7031 only) AAC ID3 Tag cannot be displayed.
Limitation of structure for the file and the folder

Maximum number of directory levels: 8 Maximum number of folders: 100 Maximum number of files per folder: KDC-W7031: 255 KDC-W8531/W7531: 4096
Playable AAC file

".m4a" file encoded by AAC-LC format. Refer to http://www.kenwood.mediamanager.jp for the details.
Playing order of the Audio file

The Audio file is played in the order which is written by writing soft. You may be able to set the playing order by writing the play sequence numbers such as "01" to "99" at the beginning of the file name. Example 0: Folder CD (1) : Audio file
Playable MP3 file

MPEG 1/2 Audio Layer 3 file Transfer bit rate: 8-320 kbps Sampling frequency KDC-W7031: 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz KDC-W8531/W7531: 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
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Playable WMA file

The file in accordance with Windows Media Audio (Except for the file for Windows Media Player 9 or after which applies the new functions) Transfer bit rate: 48-192 kbps Sampling frequency: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
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Playable media
CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW
Depending on the writing software, it may not be possible to use quick formatted CD-RW discs. When recording to the media up to the maximum capacity at once, the writing soft is set to "Disc at once".
Playable disc format

ISO 9660 Level 1/2 Joliet Romeo Long file name.
The maximum number of characters for display

File/Folder name: KDC-W7031: 64 characters KDC-W8531/W7531: 128 characters MP3 ID3 Tag/ WMA Contents property/ AAC song information (KDC-W8531/W7531 only): 30 characters
Playing order Playing order after ! play. ", #, $, %... File search Forward file search during # play. Push the Control knob to [] $ Folder search Forward folder search during " play. Push the Control knob to [FM] 3, 4... Folder select When it is set to directory 4, skip to the folder before the same level by folder select. Push the Control knob to [4] 2 When it is set to directory 3, makes the level up by folder select. Push the Control knob to [AM] 2
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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.
Real operational example of the Multifunction Key System

Example: Turning ON/OFF the Random Play during CD play. 1. Show the function display of the Random Play. If "RDM" is not shown in the display, press the [NEXT] button to switch the sections until the "RDM" function display is shown above the [3] button. 2. Turn ON/OFF the Random Play. Press the [3] button. Each time the [3] button under the "RDM" function display is pressed the Random Play is turned ON/OFF. Example: KDC-W8531/W7531
SYS.Q DISP
XT
Whats 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.
Setting each function

The function display will show the controllable function of the [1] [6] button above the button. Pressing the [1] [6] button below the desired function enables the setting of the function.
Displaying the desired function

If five or more functions are available to be set with the [1] [6] button, they are divided into multiple function groups (referred to as sections in this manual) for registration. Press the [NEXT] button to switch the sections. Example: Function display of CD & External disc source Example: KDC-W8531/W7531
S.MODE SCAN RDM
REP
F SEL
SYS.Q DISP S.MODE SCAN RDM REP FSEL
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General features
ANG Control knob
ATT VOL
Release button
NEXT
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SRC
ATT VOL
ANG Control knob
Release button
NEXT
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SRC
Power
Turning ON the Power Press the [SRC] button.
When the power is ON, the <Security Code> (page 34) is displayed as "CODE ON" or "CODE OFF". This unit automatically turns full power OFF after 20 minutes lapses in Standby mode in order to save the vehicles battery. The time until full power OFF can be set in <Power OFF Timer> (page 41).
Turning OFF the Power Press the [SRC] button for at least 1 second.
Volume
Increasing Volume Turn the [VOL] knob clockwise.
Selecting the Source

Press the [SRC] button. Source required Tuner CD External disc (Optional accessory) Auxiliary input Auxiliary input (Optional accessory) Standby (Illumination only mode) Display "TUNER" "Compact Disc" "CD Changer" "AUX" "AUX EXT" "STANDBY"
Decreasing Volume Turn the [VOL] knob counterclockwise.
Attenuator
Turning the volume down quickly. Press the [ATT] button. Each time the button is pressed, the Attenuator turns ON and OFF. When its ON, "ATT" is displayed.
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Faceplate Angle Adjustment

Press the [ANG] button for at least 1 second.
Do not apply excessive force to the faceplate. It can cause damage.
2 Push the faceplate in until it clicks.

The faceplate is locked in place, allowing you to use the unit.
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 it.
Speaker Setting
Fine-tuning so that the System Q value is optimal when setting the speaker type.
1 Enter Standby
Press the [SRC] button. Select the "STANDBY" display.
2 Enter Speaker Setting mode

Press the [VOL] knob. "SP SEL" is displayed.
3 Select the Speaker type

The faceplate is a precision piece of equipment and can be damaged by shocks or jolts. For that reason, keep the faceplate in its special storage case while detached. Do not expose the faceplate 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.
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 6 & 6x9 in. speaker For the OEM speaker Display "OFF" "5/4 inch" "6x9/6 inch" "O.E.M."
Reattaching the Faceplate
1 Align the shaft on the unit with the

depression on the faceplate.
4 Exit Speaker Setting mode

Press the [VOL] knob.
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Audio Control 1 Select the source for adjustment
Press the [SRC] button. 3 Select the Detail Audio item for adjustment Press the [VOL] knob. Each time the knob is pressed, the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below. 4 Adjust the Detail Audio item Turn the [VOL] knob. Bass level Adjustment Item Display Range Bass Center Frequency "Bass FRQ" 40/50/60/70/80/100/ 120/150 Hz Bass Q Factor "Bass Q Factor" 1.00/1.25/1.50/2.00 Bass Extend "Bass EXT" OFF/ON Middle level Adjustment Item Display Range Middle Center "Middle FRQ" 0.5/1.0/1.5/2.0 kHz Frequency Middle Q Factor "Middle Q Factor" 1.00/2.00 Treble level Adjustment Item Display Range Treble Center Frequency "Treble FRQ" 10.0/12.5/15.0/17.5 kHz 5 Exit the Detail Audio Control mode Press the [VOL] knob for at least 1 second.
When the Bass Extend is set to ON, low frequency response is extended by 20%. You can exit the Audio Control mode at anytime by pressing any button except for [VOL] and [ATT]/[ANG] buttons.
2 Enter Audio Control mode

Press the [VOL] knob.
3 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.
4 Adjust the Basic Audio item

Turn the [VOL] knob. Adjustment Item Display Rear Volume *1 "Rear Volume" Subwoofer level*2,3,4 "Sub-WLevel" "Bass Level" Bass level*5 Middle level*5 "Middle Level" Treble level*5 "Treble Level" Balance "Balance" Fader*4 "Fader" Exit Audio Control mode Range 0 35 15 +15 8 +8 8 +8 8 +8 Left 15 Right 15 Rear 15 Front 15
*1 You can control this item when "2 ZONE" of <Audio Setup> (page 12) is set to "ON". *2 You can control this item when <Switching preout> (page 36) is set to "SWPRE Sub-W". (KDC-W7031 only) *3 You can control this item when <Subwoofer Output> (page 13) is set to "SW ON". *4 You can control this item when "2 ZONE" of <Audio Setup> (page 12) is set to "OFF". *5 These items can be adjusted in detail by the following methods. *5 Source tone memory: The set up value is put in the memory per source. (Detail Audio item is included)
Audio Setup
Setting the Sound system, such as Cross over Network.
5 Exit Audio Control mode

Press any button. Press the button which is not [VOL] knob and [ATT]/[ANG] button. Adjust the detail of Audio Control 1 Select the Audio item for adjustment By referring to the step 1 3 above, select the desired item to be set in detail from the items marked with *5. 2 Enter Detail adjustment mode of Audio Control Press the [VOL] knob for at least 1 second.
1 Select the source for adjustment

Press the [SRC] button.
2 Enter Audio Setup mode

Press the [VOL] knob for at least 1 second.
3 Select the Audio Setup item for adjustment

Press the [VOL] knob. Each time the knob is pressed, the items that can be adjusted switch as shown below.
4 Setup the Audio item

Turn the [VOL] knob.
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Adjustment Item Display Front High Pass Filter*2 "HPF-F Fc" Rear High Pass Filter*2 "HPF-R Fc" Low Pass Filter*1,2 Subwoofer Phase*1,2 Volume offset Loudness Dual Zone System "LPF-SW" "SW Phase" "Vol-Offset" "LOUD" "2 ZONE"
Range Through/40/60/80/100/120/ 150/180/220 Hz Through/40/60/80/100/120/ 150/180/220 Hz 50/60/80/100/120/ Through Hz Reverse (180)/ Normal (0) 8 0 OFF/ON OFF/ON
2 Select the key function section

Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "SYS.Q" is displayed above the [1] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9).
3 Enter Equalizer Control mode

Press the [1] ("SYS.Q") button.
4 Select the Equalizer Control item for

adjustment Press the [1] ("SYS.Q") button.
Volume offset: Each sources volume can be set as a difference from the basic volume. Loudness: Compensating for low and high tones during low volume. *1You can control this item when <Switching preout> (page 36) is set to "SWPRE Sub-W". (KDC-W7031 only) *1 You can control this item when <Subwoofer Output> (page 13) is set to "SW ON". *2 You can control this item when "2 ZONE" of <Audio Setup> is set to "OFF". Dual Zone System Main source and sub source (Auxiliary input) output Front channel and Rear channel separately. - The channel of sub source is set up by <Dual Zone System Setting> (page 38). - Main source is selected by [SRC] button. - The volume of Front channel is adjusted by [VOL] knob. - The volume of Rear channel is adjusted by <Audio Control> (page 12). - The Audio Control has no effect on sub source. The Dual Zone System can be used with the Auxiliary input sources shown below. - Internal auxiliary input (KDC-W8531/W7531 only) - Option CA-C1AX (KDC-W7031 only)
5 Adjust the Equalizer control item

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Each time the knob is pushed, the setting switches as shown below. Sound setting User memory Rock Pops Easy Top 40 Jazz Natural Display "USER" "ROCK" "POPS" "EASY" "TOP 40" "JAZZ" "NATURAL"
User memory: The values set on the <Audio Control> (page 12). Each setting value is changed with the <Speaker Setting> (page 11). First, select the speaker type with the Speaker setting.
5 Exit Audio Setup mode

Press [VOL] knob for at least 1 second.
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 its ON, "SW ON" is displayed.
You can control this item when <Switching preout> (page 36) is set to "SWPRE Sub-W". (KDC-W7031 only) You can control this item when "2 ZONE" of <Audio Setup> (page 12) is set to "OFF".
Equalizer Control 1 Select the source for adjustment

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Display Mode Switching
Switching the display mode.
* Function of the KDC-W7031

Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "DISP" is displayed above the [2] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9).
5 Exit display control mode

Press the [6] ("RTN") button.
Under the display type other than "Display Type D", the function item is not displayed. When the display type other than "Display Type D" is selected, press [1] to [6] buttons or [NEXT] button. The function item will be displayed approximately 5 seconds. The information can be switched by the Display Type. Refer to the page on the following table for the methods to switch by the Display Type. Display Type A B C D E 14 14 Graphic 1 16 Text 2 17 17 Upper 4 17 Middle 5 17 Lower 6 17 20 G-Analyzer 9
2 Enter display control mode

Press the [2] ("DISP") button.
3 Select the display mode

Press the [1] ("MODE") button.
4 Select the display Type

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Each time the knob is pushed, the display mode switches as shown below. Display Mode "Display Type A" Display
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"Display Type B"
Display Type A/ Display Type B

"Display Type C"
3 3 3 4 6
8 8 8 8 8 8
4 5 6 7
Graphic part/ Spectrum Analyzer Display Switching

Switching the graphic Display/ Spectrum analyzer display.
"Display Type D"

"Display Type E"*

1 Graphic display part 2 Text display part 3 Text icon display part 4 Upper text display part 5 Middle text display part 6 Lower text display part 7 Source icon display part 8 Function item display 9 G-Analyzer display part


Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Select the "Display Type A"/ "Display Type B" display.
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5 Select the graphic/ spectrum analyzer

display Press the [3] ("Graph") button.
2 Select the wallpaper

Display the wallpapers one after another and select one 1 Turn the wallpaper scan ON. Press the Control knob. Each time the knob is pressed, the Wallpaper scan is turned ON and OFF. When its ON, "SCAN" is displayed. When its ON, each wallpaper is displayed every several seconds. 2 At the wallpaper you want to display. Press the Control knob. Select wallpaper manually 1 Turn the wallpaper scan OFF. Press the Control knob. Each time the knob is pressed, the Wallpaper scan is turned ON and OFF. 2 Select the wallpaper. Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Each time the knob is pushed, the Wallpaper changes.
6 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. Graphic display/ Spectrum Analyzer display Movie 1 Movie 2 Movie 3*1 Downloaded movie*1 Spectrum analyzer 1*2 Spectrum analyzer 2*2 Spectrum analyzer 3*2 Spectrum analyzer 4 *1 Spectrum analyzer 5*1 Wallpaper & Downloaded Wallpaper*1
*1 Function of the KDC-W8531 *2 Function of the KDC-W8531/W7531 Downloaded movie and Downloaded Wall Paper, refer to <Picture downloading> (page 42). KDC-W7031 doesn't display the Spectrum analyzer.
3 Exit Display Control mode


The setting of this function is available while "Display Type A"/ "Display Type B" is selected for the Display mode.
Display Type A/ Display Type B
Wallpaper selecting
Select a wallpaper to display when Display Type is set to "Display Type A"/ "Display Type B".
1 Select the wallpaper display

Refer to <Graphic part/ Spectrum Analyzer Display Switching> (page 14). English |
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Display Type B In Audio file source
Information Song title & Artist name Album name & Artist name Folder name File name Play time & File number Clock Date Display "Title/Artist"* "Album/Artist"* "Folder Name" "File Name" "P-Time" "Clock" "Date"
Text Display Switching

Switching the text display.


In Auxiliary input source

Information Auxiliary input name Clock Date Display "AUX Name"/"AUX EXT" "Clock" "Date"


Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Select the "Display Type B" display.
In Standby
Information Standby Clock Date Display "STANDBY" "Clock" "Date"
5 Enter text select mode

Press the [2] ("TEXT") button.
6 Select the text

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Refer to the table described later for setting items.

In Tuner source
Information Program Service name or Frequency (FM) Radio text, Program Service name or Frequency (FM) Frequency (AM) Clock Date Display "BAND+ch+PS" "Radio Text" "BAND+ch+FREQ" "Clock" "Date"
Auxiliary input name is displayed for the Auxiliary input source. * If the contents of the information cannot be displayed, Play time is displayed. When LX-AMP is connected, the item setup by the Display mode of LX-AMP is displayed. File number at Audio file displays the last 3 digits when it exceeds 1000 songs (KDC-W8531/W7531 only). Album name cannot be displayed in WMA file. (KDCW7031 only) Song title, Artist name, and Album name cannot be displayed in AAC file. (KDC-W7031 only)
In CD & External disc source

Information Disc title Track title Track number & Play time Disc name Clock Date Display "Disc Title"* "Track Title"* "P-Time" "DNPS" "Clock" "Date"
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Display Type C/ Display Type D
Text Display Switching

Switching the text display.




Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Select the "Display Type C"/"Display Type D" display.
The information displayed in Upper text display part, Middle text display part and Lower text display part can be switched when "Display Type C" is selected. The information displayed in Upper text display part and Lower text display part can be switched when "Display Type D" is selected. Same information cannot be displayed in Upper text display part, Middle text display part and Lower text display part. However, the blank display is able to have multiple selections. KDC-W7031 doesn't display the Spectrum analyzer. When LX-AMP is connected, the item setup by the Display mode of LX-AMP is displayed. Album name cannot be displayed in WMA file. (KDCW7031 only) Song title, Artist name, and Album name cannot be displayed in AAC file. (KDC-W7031 only)
5 Enter text select mode

Press the [2] ("TEXT") button.
6 Select the text display part

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. The cursor ( ) moves to the selected text display part. Select the text Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Refer to the table described later for setting items.

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The text display in the Upper text display part In Tuner source
Information Program Service name or Frequency (FM) Radio text, Program Service name or Frequency (FM) Frequency (AM) Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Display "BAND+ch+PS" "Radio Text" "BAND+ch+FREQ" "Speana/Clock" "Date"
Auxiliary input name is displayed for the Auxiliary input source. * If the contents of the information cannot be displayed, Play time is displayed. File number at Audio file displays the last 3 digits when it exceeds 1000 songs (KDC-W8531/W7531 only).

Information Disc title Track title Track number & Play time Disc name Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Display "Disc Title"* "Track Title"* "P-Time" "DNPS" "Speana/Clock" "Date"
The text display in the Middle text display part (Display Type C) In Tuner source
Information Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Radio text (FM) Display "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank" "Radio Text"*
In Audio file source

Information Song title & Artist name Album name & Artist name Folder name File name Play time & File number Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Display "Title/Artist"* "Album/Artist"* "Folder Name" "File Name" "P-Time" "Speana/Clock" "Date"

Information Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Disc title Track title Disc name Display "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank" "Disc Title"* "Track Title"* "DNPS"
In Standby
Information Standby Clock Date Display "STANDBY" "Clock" "Date"

Information Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Song title & Artist name Album name & Artist name Folder name File name Display "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank" "Title/Artist"* "Album/Artist"* "Folder Name" "File Name"
In Auxiliary input source

Information Auxiliary input name Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Display "AUX Name"/"AUX EXT" "Speana/Clock" "Date"
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Standby source
Information Clock Date Blank Display "Clock" "Date" "Blank"

Information Indicator Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Song title & Artist name Album name & Artist name Folder name File name Display "Indicator" "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank" "Title/Artist"* "Album/Artist"* "Folder Name" "File Name"
In Auxiliary input
Information Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Display "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank"
Standby source
Information Indicator Clock Date Blank Display "Indicator" "Clock" "Date" "Blank"
* If the contents of the information cannot be displayed, Kenwood Logo displayed.
In Auxiliary input
Information Indicator Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Display "Indicator" "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank"
The text display in the Lower text display part In Tuner source
Information Indicator Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Radio text (FM) Display "Indicator" "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank" "Radio Text"*
* If the contents of the information cannot be displayed, indicator displayed.

Information Indicator Spectrum Analyzer & Clock Date Blank Disc title Track title Disc name Display "Indicator" "Speana/Clock" "Date" "Blank" "Disc Title"* "Track Title"* "DNPS"
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General features
Display Type C/ Display Type D
Font Color Select

Selecting the display font color.
Function of the KDC-W7031 Display Type E
G-Analyzer display Switching

Switches G-Analyzer display when the Display type is set to "Display Type E". (G: gravity)

Before switching G-Analyzer display, <G-Counter Level set> (page 37) and <G-Analyzer Calibration setup> (page 37) are required to be setup.




Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Select the "Display Type C"/"Display Type D" display.

5 Enter Font Color select mode

Press the [4] ("COLOR") button.

6 Select the text display part

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. The cursor ( ) moves to the selected text display part. Select the Font Color Push the Control knob to [4] or [].

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Select the "Display Type E" display.
5 Enter G-Analyzer display select mode

Press the [3] ("GMENU") button.
6 Select the G-Analyzer display

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. G-Force Sensor display G- Graphic display

G-Meter display (Graphic) G-Meter display (Text) G-Counter display

Time
Point
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External Display Switching

G-Graphic display Displays the condition of G on horizontal direction (e.g; when turning the curve) by the graphic. G-Meter display (Graphic) Displays the maximum value of acceleration G, right direction G, and left direction G by the numerical value. G-Meter display (Text) The maximum value of acceleration G, right direction G, and left direction G is displayed by the numerical value. The value of G is only the reference so it is differed from the actual value. G-Counter display Adds the point of the acceleration level. The point is determined after a lapse of 1 hr drive or at power off (ex; ACC Off ), and then it will be displayed by the graph. Furthermore, it displays the average of the past data by the line. (The scale of graph is determined along with the largest point among the past 10 data.) The value of G-Meter display and G-Counter display can be reset by <G-Analyzer Reset> (page 37).
Switching the display in the External Display connected.


3 Enter External Display Select mode

Press the [5] ("OUT") button. "OEM DISP" is displayed.
4 Select the display

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Each time the button is pressed the display switches.


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General features
TEL Mute
The audio system automatically mutes when a call comes in.
When a call comes in "CALL" is displayed. The audio system pauses. Listening to the audio during a call Press the [SRC] button. The "CALL" display disappears and the audio system comes back ON. When the call ends Hang up the phone. The "CALL" display disappears and the audio system comes back ON.
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Tuner features
Control knob
AME NEXT
16
SRC
Control knob
AME NEXT Band display
16 Preset station number Frequency display
SRC
ST indicator
Tuning
Selecting the station.
Function of remote
Direct Access Tuning

Entering the frequency and tuning.
1 Select tuner source

Press the [SRC] button. Select the "TUNER" display.
1 Select the band

Press the [FM] or [AM] button.
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.
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 92.1 MHz (FM) [0], [9], [2], [1] 810 kHz (AM) [0], [8], [1], [0]
3 Tune up or down band

Push the Control knob to [4] or [].
During reception of stereo stations the "ST" indicator is ON.
Canceling Direct Access Tuning Press the [DIRECT] button on the remote.
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Tuner features
Station Preset Memory
Putting the station in the memory.
Preset Tuning
Calling up the stations in the memory.
1 Select the band

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM].
1 Select the band

2 Select the frequency to put in the memory


Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "[1]" "[6]" are displayed above the [1] [6] buttons. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9).

Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "[1]" "[6]" are displayed above the [1] [6] buttons. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9).
3 Call up the station

Press the desired [1] [6] button.
4 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.
1 Select the band for Auto Memory Entry

2 Open Auto Memory Entry

Press the [AME] button for at least 2 seconds. When 6 stations that can be received are put in the memory Auto Memory Entry closes.
When the <AF (Alternative Frequency)> (page 39) is ON, only RDS stations are put in the memory. When Auto Memory Entry is done in the FM2 band, the RDS stations preset in the FM1 band arent put in the memory. Likewise, when it is done in the FM3 band, RDS stations preset in FM1 or FM2 arent put in the memory.
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RDS features
Control knob
TI
16
Control knob
TI Band display
16 Program Service name
Radio text
Traffic Information
Switching to traffic information automatically when a traffic bulletin starts even when you arent listening to the radio. Press the [TI] button. Each time the button is pressed, the Traffic information function turns ON and OFF. When a traffic bulletin starts, "Traffic INFO" is displayed it and it switches to traffic information.
During reception of an AM station when the Traffic Information function is turned ON, it switches to an FM station. During reception of traffic information the adjusted volume is automatically remembered, and the next time it switches to traffic information its automatically the remembered volume. Traffic information can be switched when it is on the Tuner Source. However, you cannot switch the Traffic information during reception of the Traffic bulletin switched from the source other than the Tuner.
Radio Text Scroll

Scrolling the displayed radio text. Hold down on [FM] of the Control knob for at least 1 second.
Receiving other traffic information stations Push the Control knob to [4] or [].
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RDS features
PTY (Program Type)
Selecting the Program Type and searching for a station.
Speech and Music include the Program type shown below. Music: No.12 17, 26 30 Speech: No.3 11, 18 25, 31 The Program Type can be put in the [1] [6] button memory and called up quickly. Refer to the <Program Type preset> (page 26). The display language can be changed. Refer to <Changing Language for PTY Function> (page 27).
1 Enter PTY mode

Press the Control knob. "PTY Select" is displayed.
This function cant 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. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. Program Type Speech Music News Current Affairs Information Sport Education Drama Culture Science Varied Pop Music Rock Music Easy Listening Music Light Classical Serious Classical Other Music Weather Finance Childrens programs Social Affairs Religion Phone In Travel Leisure Jazz Music Country Music National Music Oldies Music Folk Music Documentary Display "All Speech" "All Music" "News" "Current Affairs" "Information" "Sport" "Education" "Drama" "Cultures" "Science" "Varied Speech" "Pop Music" "Rock Music" "Easy Listening M" "Light Classic M" "Serious Classics" "Other Music" "Weather & Metr" "Finance" "Children's Prog" "Social Affairs" "Religion" "Phone In" "Travel & Touring" "Leisure & Hobby" "Jazz Music" "Country Music" "National Music" "Oldies Music" "Folk Music" "Documentary"
3 Search for the selected Program Type

station Push the Control knob to [4] or []. When you want to search for other stations, push [4] or [] of the Control knob again.
When the selected Program Type isnt found, "No PTY" is displayed. Select another Program Type.
4 Exit PTY mode

Press the Control knob.
Program Type preset

Putting the Program Type in the Preset button memory and calling it up quickly.
Presetting the Program Type
1 Select the Program Type to preset

Refer to <PTY (Program Type)> (page 26).
2 Preset the Program Type

Press the desired [1] [6] button for at least 2 seconds.
Calling up the preset Program Type
1 Enter PTY mode

2 Call up the Program Type

Press the desired [1] [6] button.
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Changing Language for PTY Function

Selecting the Program Type display language.
1 Enter PTY mode

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 Spanish French Dutch Norwegian Portuguese Swedish German Display "English" "Spanish" "French" "Dutch" "Norwegian" "Portuguese" "Swedish" "German"
4 Exit Changing Language mode

Press the [TI] button.
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Control knob
NEXT/ MENU
16
SRC
Control knob
NEXT/ MENU Track number
16 Track time
SRC
IN indicator
Playing CD & Audio file

When there is no disc inserted
When a disc is inserted Press the [SRC] button. Select the "Compact Disc" display. Pause and play Press the Control knob. Each time the knob is pressed, it pauses and plays. Eject the disc
1 Open the panel.

Press the [0] button.
2 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. Insert the disc horizontal to the slot. If you insert the Disc as you push down the Disc, it may scratch the Disc.
1 Eject the disc

2 Return the panel to the original position

Refer to <About AAC, MP3 and WMA> (page 8) for the Audio file by models which can be played. The announcement when selecting the folder can be canceled by <Voice Index> (page 42) during the play of the ACDrive. When a disc is inserted the "IN" indicator is ON.
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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 "CD Changer" "MD Changer" Disc player CD changer MD changer
Function of disc changer/ Audio file
Disc Search/Folder Search

Selecting the disc set in the Disc changer or the folder recorded on the Audio file media. Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM].
Function of remote
Direct Track/File Search

Pause and play Press the Control knob. Each time the knob is pressed, it pauses and plays.
The functions that can be used and the information that can be displayed will differ depending on the external disc players being connected.
Doing Track/File Search by entering the track/file number.
1 Enter the track/file number

Press the number buttons on the remote.
Direct File Search can be selected up to 999. (KDCW8531/W7531 only)
2 Do Track/File Search
Press the [4] or [] button.
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 being searched. Fast Forwarding and Reversing cannot be done while AAC file is being played. (KDC-W7031 only) Fast Forwarding and Reversing cannot be done depending on AAC file format. (KDC-W8531/W7531 only)
Canceling Direct Track/File Search Press the [38] button.
Function of disc changers with remote
Direct Disc Search

Doing Disc Search by entering the disc number.
1 Enter the disc number

Press the number buttons on the remote.
2 Do Disc Search Press the [+] or [] button.

Canceling Direct Disc Search Press the [38] button.
Track/File Search
Searching for a song on the disc or in the Audio file folder. Push the Control knob to [4] or [].
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Track/File/Disc/Folder Repeat
Replaying the song, disc in the Disc changer or Audio file folder folder youre listening to.
Random Play
Play all the songs on the disc or Audio file folder in random order.

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 9).

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 9).
2 Turn ON/OFF the Repeat Play

Press the [4] ("REP") button. Each time the button is pressed, the Repeat Play switches as shown below.
2 Turn ON/OFF the Random Play

Press the [3] ("RDM") button. Each time the button is pressed, Random Play turns ON and OFF. When its ON, "Random ON" is displayed.
When the Control knob is pushed to [], the next random song starts.

Repeat play Track Repeat (In Disc Changer) Disc Repeat (In Disc Changer) OFF Display "Repeat ON" ("Track Repeat ON") "Disc Repeat ON" "Repeat OFF"
In Audio file
Repeat play File Repeat Folder Repeat OFF Display "File Repeat ON" "Folder Repeat ON" "Repeat OFF"
Function of disc changer
Magazine Random Play

Play the songs on all the discs in the disc changer in random order.

Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "M.RDM" is displayed above the [6] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9).
Scan Play
Playing the first part of each song on the disc or Audio file folder you are listening to and searching for the song you want to listen to.
2 Turning ON/OFF the Magazine Random Play

Press the [6] ("M.RDM") button. Each time the button is pressed, the Magazine Random Play turns ON and OFF. When its ON, "Magazine RDM ON" is displayed.

Press the [NEXT] button. Repeat to press the button until "SCAN" is displayed above the [2] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9).
2 Start Scan Play

Press the [2] ("SCAN") button. "Scan ON"/"Track Scan ON" is displayed.
3 Release it when the song you want to listen

to is played Press the [2] button.
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Function of the KDC-W8531/KDC-W7531 Function of Audio file
Disc Random Play

Playing randomly from all of the Audio files recorded in the disc.
Folder number display Displays the number in the folder belonging to the currently selected folder.

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 9). Folder name display Displays the current folder name.
2 Turn ON the Disc Random Play

Press the [3] ("RDM") button for at least 1 second. When its ON, "Disc Random ON" is displayed.
It doesn't function when <Disc Random Play> (page 31) is ON.
3 Select the folder level*

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. With the [FM] button, you move 1 level down and with the [AM] button 1 level up. Selecting a folder in the same level Push the Control knob to [4] or []. With the [4] of the Control knob, you move to the previous folder, and with the [] of the Control knob to the next folder. Returning to the top level* Press the [3] ("HOME") button.
* You can operate when <Switching the Play mode> (page 32) is set to "Folder Mode" while playing ACDrive. (KDC-W8531/W7531)
Canceling the Disc Random Play Press the [3] ("RDM") button.
Function of Audio file
Folder Select
Quickly selecting the folder you want to listen to.

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 9).
Scrolling the folder name display Press the [SCRL] button.
4 Decide the folder to play

Press the [1] ("OK") button. The Folder Select mode releases, and the Audio file in the folder being displayed is played.
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.
Canceling the Folder Select mode Press the [2] ("EXIT") button.
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Function of the KDC-W8531/KDC-W7531 Function of ACDrive disc
2 Enter the Letter Seek mode

Press the [1] ("S.MODE") button for at least 1 second.
It doesn't function when <Disc Random Play> (page 31) is ON. This function is available only when the Play mode is set Genre, Artist, or Album.
Switching the Play mode

Arrange the playing orders of the songs by categories.

Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "S.MODE" is displayed above the [1] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9).
Canceling the Letter Seek Press the [1] ("EXIT") button.
3 Start the Letter Seek

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. The initial of Genre name, Artist name, or Album name is displayed and read out by the order.
The announcement of the initial can be canceled by <Voice Index> (page 42). When the Control knob is pushed to the reverse of [4] or [] while Letter Seek, the initial is displayed and read by the reversed order. When the Letter Seek is started, it cannot be cancelled.
2 Select the Play mode

Press the [1] ("S.MODE") button. Each time the button is pressed, the Play mode switches as follows. Play mode "Play List Mode" "Genre Mode" "Artist Mode" "Album Mode" "Folder Mode" Category which is to be arranged Play list order. By genre. By artist. By album. By the folder recorded in Disc.
4 Select the song to play

The category information of each song is the data registered in Media Manager when ACDrive disc is being generated. The announcement when the mode is switched can be canceled by <Voice Index> (page 42). The advancement of the Play mode information can be selected by [AM] and [FM] keys.
Press the Control knob when the initial of the song you are searching is displayed and read. The selected initial group plays.
The category with marks or letters that cannot be read cannot be selected.
Function of the KDC-W8531/KDC-W7531 Function of the ACDrive disc
Text/Title Scroll
Scrolling the displayed CD text, Audio file text, or MD title. Hold down on [FM] of the Control knob for at least 1 second.
Letter Seek
The song, in which you want to play, can be searched by selecting the initial of Genre name, Artist name, or Album name.

Press the [NEXT] button. Repeatedly press the button until "S.MODE" is displayed above the [1] button. Refer to <Notes on Multi-function Key System> (page 9).
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Disc Naming (DNPS)

Attaching a title to a CD.
1 Play the disc you want to attach a name to

A title cant be attached to MD or Audio file media.
2 Enter Menu mode

Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. "Menu" is displayed.
When operation stops for 10 seconds the name at that time is registered, and Name Set mode closes. Media that you can attach a name to - Internal CD player: 10 discs. - External CD changer/ player: Varies according to the CD changer/ player. Refer to the CD changer/ player manual. The name of a CD can be changed by the same operation you used to name it.
3 Select Name set mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Name Set" display.
4 Enter Name set mode

Press the Control knob for at least 1 second.
5 Move the cursor to the enter character

position Push the Control knob to [4] or [].
6 Select the character type

Press the Control knob. Each time the knob is pressed, the character type switches as shown below. Character type Alphabet upper case Alphabet lower case Numbers and symbols Special characters (Accent characters)
7 Select the characters

Characters can be entered by using a remote with a number button. (KDC-W8531 0nly) Example: If "DANCE" is entered.
Character "D" "A" "N" "C" "E"
Button [3] [2] [6] [2] [3]
Times pressed 1 1 2 3 2
8 Repeat steps 5 through 7 and enter the name. 9 Exit Menu mode
Press the [MENU] button.
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Menu system
Control knob
MENU
Control knob
MENU 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.
4 Exit Menu mode

When other items that are applicable to the basic operation method above are displayed, afterwards their setting content chart is entered. (Normally the uppermost setting in the chart is the original setting.) Also, the explanation for items that arent applicable (<Manual Clock Adjustment> etc.) are entered step by step. It is the item when the menu item of Middle text display part is selected.
1 Enter Menu mode

2 Select the menu item

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Example: When you want to set the beep sound select the "Beep" display.
In Standby mode
3 Set the menu item

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Example: When "Beep" is selected, each time the knob is pushed it switches "Beep : ON" or "Beep : OFF". Select 1 of them as the setting. You can continue by returning to step 2 and setting other items.
Security Code
Because authorization by the Security Code is required when its removed from the vehicle, personalizing this unit is by using the Security Code is a help in preventing theft.
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The setup Security Code can be done when the <Demonstration mode Setting> (page 44) is set as OFF. When the Security Code function is activated, it cant be released. Note, your Security Code is the 4 digit number entered in your "Car Audio Passport" in this package.
If an incorrect code is input, "Waiting" is displayed, and the input prohibited time shown below is generated. After the input prohibited time lapses, "Security" is displayed, and input can be done.
1 Enter Standby
2 Enter Menu mode

Press the [MENU] button for at least 1 second. When "Menu" is displayed, "Security" is displayed.
Number of times the incorrect code was input 1 2 3 4
Input prohibited time 5 minutes 1 hour 24 hours
3 Enter Security Code mode

Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. When "Enter" is displayed, "Security" is displayed.
4 Select the digits to enter

In Standby mode
Touch Sensor Tone

Setting the operation check sound (beep sound) ON/OFF. Display "Beep : ON" "Beep : OFF" Setting Beep is heard. Beep canceled.
5 Select the Security Code numbers

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5, and complete the

Security Code.
7 Confirm the Security Code

Press the Control knob for at least 3 seconds. When "Re-Enter" is displayed, "Security" is displayed.
8 Do the step 4 through 7 step operation, and

reenter the security code. "Approved" is displayed. The Security Code function activates.
If you enter a Code different from your Security Code, you have to start over from step 4.
In Standby mode
Manual Clock Adjustment

This adjustment can be done when the <Synchronize Clock> (page 36) is set as OFF.
1 Select Clock Adjustment mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Clock Adjust" display.
Press the Reset button and when its removed from the battery power source
1 Turn the power ON. 2 Do the step 4 through 7 step operation, and
reenter the security code. "Approved" is displayed. The unit can be used.
2 Enter Clock Adjust mode

Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. The clock display blinks.
3 Adjust the hours

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Adjust the minutes Push the Control knob to [4] or [].
4 Exit Clock adjustment mode

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Menu system
In Standby mode In Standby mode
Date Adjustment 1 Select Date Adjust mode

Push the knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Date Adjust" display.
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.
2 Enter Date Adjust mode

Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. The date display blinks.
3 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.
In Standby mode
Selectable Illumination
Selecting the button illumination color as green or red. Display "Button : Red" "Button : Green" Setting The illumination color is red. The illumination color is green.
4 Adjust each item

5 Repeat step 3 and 4 operation and adjust the

date.
6 Exit Date adjustment mode

In Standby mode
Dimmer
In Standby mode
Date Mode
Setting the date format.
Dimming this units display automatically when the vehicle light switch is turned ON. Display "Dimmer : ON" "Dimmer : OFF" Setting The display dims. The display doesnt dim.
1 Select Date Mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Date Mode" display.
2 Select the date format

Function of the KDC-W7031 In Standby mode
3 Exit Menu 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.
In Standby mode
Synchronize Clock
Synchronizing the RDS station time data and this units clock. Display "SYNC : ON" "SYNC : OFF" Setting Synchronizes the time. Adjust the time manually.
It takes 3 to 4 minutes to synchronize the clock.
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In Standby mode
Built-in Amp Setting

Built-in amplifier is controlled. Turning OFF this control enhances the preout quality. Display "AMP : ON" "AMP : OFF" Setting The built-in amplifier activates. The built-in amplifier deactivates.
G-Analyzer Calibration setup

G-Analyzer requires calibration for horizontal acceleration and braking.
Detection of horizontal and straight directions should be done at horizontal location to go straight.
1 Park the vehicle at horizontal location 2 Select G-Analyzer Calibration set mode
Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "G-Calibration" display.
G-Counter Level set

Calibrating G-Counter. Setting the level according to the kinds of vehicles. Display "G-Counter: Level1" "G-Counter: Level2" "G-Counter: Level3" Setting Counter is easy to go up. Counter is hard to go up.
3 Enter G-Analyzer Calibration set mode

Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. "Stop" is displayed.
4 Start Calibration of horizontal direction

Press the Control knob. Once "Move Forward" appears on the display, the vehicle must be advanced.
5 Start Calibration of straight direction

In the case of less acceleration, set it up to "G-Counter: Level1". In the case of frequent acceleration, set it up to "G-Counter: Level3".
When the vehicle is driven on the straight direction, calibration of straight direction automatically starts.
In order to operate the detection of straight direction.
G-Analyzer Reset
Resets the value of G-Meter and G-Counter.
When the Calibration is finished, "Calibration OK" is displayed.

If you fail to complete the calibraton, "No Calibration" is displayed. In such a case, repeats step 1 thru 6.
1 Select G-Analyzer Reset mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "G-Reset" display.
6 Exit G-Analyzer Calibration set mode

2 Enter G-Analyzer Reset mode

3 Select the Reset item

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. "G-Meter Reset": Reset the value of G-Meter. "G-Counter Reset": Reset the value of G-Counter.
4 Reset the value

Press the Control knob for at least 2 seconds. "Reset OK" is displayed.
5 Exit G-Analyzer Reset mode

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Menu system
Function of the KDC-W7031
G-Analyzer Stop Watch

The control of stop watch can be started by GAnalyzer function.
Do not use G-Analyzer stop watch on the Public roads.
When "Running" is displayed (counted), the count is continued on although G-Analyzer Stop Watch mode is finished. If you want to stop the count, enter the menu mode then press the control knob. When Power off (ex; ACC OFF) while counting, the value of 1 second or less will be "00".
1 Select G-Analyzer Stop Watch mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Stop Watch" display.
Other than Standby mode/ When the Dual Zone System is ON
2 Enter G-Analyzer Stop Watch mode

Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. "Stop" is displayed.
Dual Zone System Setting

Setting the Front channel and Rear channel sound in the Dual Zone System. Display "Zone 2 : Rear" "Zone 2 : Front" Setting Sub source (Auxiliary input source) is to be rear channel. Sub source (Auxiliary input source) is to be front channel.
3 Enter Counter Ready mode

Press the Control knob. "Ready" is displayed.
4 Start Count
When G on the vertical direction is detected during the traveling, the count is automatically started. "Running" is displayed.
You can also start the counter by pressing the Control knob.
Other than Standby mode
B.M.S. (Bass Management System)

Adjust the bass boost level of the external amplifier using the main unit. Display "AMP Bass : Flat" "AMP Bass : +6" "AMP Bass : +12" "AMP Bass : +18" Setting Bass boost level is flat. Bass boost level is low (+6dB). Bass boost level is mid (+12dB). Bass boost level is high (+18dB).
5 Stop Count
Press the Control knob. "Stop" is displayed.
The control will be started again when you accelerate or press the Control knob. Do the operation after step3.
When you Reset the Count (While "Stop" is displayed) Press the Control knob for at least 2 seconds.
The reset of count can be done when the count is stopped.
Refer to the catalog or instruction manual for power amplifiers that can be controlled from this unit. For amplifiers there are the model that can be set from Flat to +18 dB, and the model that can be set from Flat to +12 dB. When an amplifier that can only be set to +12 is connected to the unit, "AMP Bass : +18" wont work correctly even if its selected.
6 Exit G-Analyzer Stop Watch mode

Other than Standby mode
B.M.S. Frequency Offset

Setting the central frequency boosted by B.M.S. Display "AMP FREQ : Normal" "AMP FREQ : Low" Setting Boost with the normal central frequency. Drop the normal central frequency 20%.
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When LX AMP unit connecting
AMP Control
You can control the LX AMP connected to the unit.
This function is only available if the desired station sends PTY-code for news bulletin or belongs to <Enhanced Other Network>-Network sending PTYcode for news bulletin. When the News Bulletin Interrupt function is ON, it switches to an FM station.
1 Select AMP Control mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "AMP Control" display.
2 Enter AMP Control mode

In Tuner mode
Local Seek
Only stations whose reception is good are searched for in auto seek tuning. Display "Local Seek : OFF" "Local Seek : ON" Setting The local seek function is OFF. The local seek function is ON.
3 Select the AMP Control item for adjustment

Push the Contol knob to [FM] or [AM].
For the details of the AMP Control item, see the Instruction manual attached to the LX AMP.
4 Adjust the AMP Control item

In Tuner mode
5 Exit AMP Control mode

You cannot use the LX AMP operation during standby mode.
Tuning Mode
Sets the tuning mode. Tuning mode Auto seek Display Operation "Seek Mode : Auto1" Automatic search for a station.
News Bulletin with Timeout Setting

It switches automatically when a news bulletin starts even if the radio isnt being listened to. Also, the time interval when interrupt is prohibited can be set. Display and Setting "News : OFF" "News : 00min" "News : 90min" When "News : 00min" "News : 90min" is set, the News Bulletin Interrupt function is ON. When the news bulletin starts, "News" is displayed, and it switches to the news bulletin.
If you choose the "News : 20min" setting, further news bulletins will not be received for 20 minutes once the first news bulletin is received. The news bulletin volume is the same level that was set for <Traffic Information> (page 25).
Preset station seek "Seek Mode : Auto2" Search in order of the stations in the Preset memory. Manual "Seek Mode : Manual" Normal manual tuning control.
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.

When no other stations with stronger reception are available for the same program in the RDS network, you may hear the incoming broadcast in bits and snatches. Turn OFF the AF function in such a case.
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Restricting RDS Region (Region Restrict Function)
You can choose whether or not to restrict the RDS channels, received with the AF function for a particular network, to a specific region. Display "Regional : ON" "Regional : OFF" Setting The Region Restrict Function is ON. The Region Restrict Function is OFF.
Auxiliary Input Display Setting & Disc Naming

For selecting the display when switched to Auxiliary input source. For the Disc Naming refer to the <Disc Naming (DNPS)> (page 33).
1 Select Auxiliary input source

Press the [SRC] button. Select the "AUX"*/"AUX EXT" display.
2 Enter Menu mode

Without restricting AF function to the specified region and network, it sets up to search the station with good reception in the same RDS network.
3 Select Auxiliary input display setting mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Name Set" display.
4 Enter Auxiliary input display setting mode Auto TP Seek

When the TI function is ON and poor reception conditions are experienced when listening to a traffic information station, another traffic information station with better reception will be searched for automatically. Display "Auto TP Seek : ON" "Auto TP Seek : OFF" Setting The Auto TP Seek Function is ON. The Auto TP Seek Function is OFF. Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. The presently selected Auxiliary input display is displayed.
5 Select the Auxiliary input display

Push the Control knob to [4] or []. Each time the button is pressed, the display switches as shown below. "AUX"*/"AUX EXT" "DVD" "PORTABLE" "GAME" "VIDEO" "TV"
In FM reception
6 Exit Menu mode

Monaural Reception
Noise can be reduced when stereo broadcasts are received as monaural. Display "MONO : OFF" "MONO : ON" Setting The monaural reception is OFF. The monaural reception is ON.
* Function of the KDC-W8531/W7531 When operation stops for 10 seconds, the name at that time is registered, and the Auxiliary input display setting mode closes. The Auxiliary Input Display can be set only when the built-in auxiliary input or the auxiliary input of optional KCA-S210A is used.
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Text Scroll
Setting the displayed text scroll. Display "Scroll : Manual" "Scroll : Auto" Setting Doesnt scroll. Scrolls when the display changes.
In Standby mode
CD Read Setting
When there is a problem on playing a CD with special format, this setting play the CD by force. Display "CD Read : 1" "CD Read : 2" Setting Play CD and Audio file. Play CD by force.
The text scrolled is shown below. - CD text - Folder name/ File name/ Song title/ Artist name/ Album name - MD title - Radio text
Setting "CD Read : 2" cannot play Audio file. Some music CDs may not be played back even in the "CD Read : 2" mode.
Function of the KDC-W8531/KDC-W7531 In Standby mode
Built-in Auxiliary input Setting

Set the Built-in Auxiliary Input function. Display Setting "Built in AUX : OFF" When selecting the source theres no Auxiliary Input. "Built in AUX : ON" When selecting the source theres Auxiliary Input.
In Standby mode
Power OFF Timer

Setting the timer to turn this units power OFF automatically when Standby mode continues. Using this setting can save the vehicles battery power. Display "Power OFF : " "Power OFF 20min" (Original setting) "Power OFF 40min" "Power OFF 60min" Setting Power OFF Timer function is OFF. Turns the power OFF after 20 minutes. Turns the power OFF after 40 minutes. Turns the power OFF after 60 minutes.
This setting is done after setting <Security Code> (page 34).
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8 Exit the downloading mode

Do not operate this unit, while "Downloading" is displayed, to prevent data from being damaged. The number of files that can be downloaded. - Downloaded movie: 1 file - Wallpaper: 1 file When a new movie is downloaded, it is overwritten to the currently downloaded movie. Also, when a new wallpaper is downloaded, it is overwritten to the currently downloaded wallpaper. There is no way to delete the downloaded pictures. The downloaded pictures can be used for display. <Graphic part/ Spectrum Analyzer Display Switching> (page 14) <Wallpaper selecting> (page 15) When you cant 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.
Picture downloading
Downloading movies and wallpapers. Downloaded pictures can be used for the display of this unit.
1 Inset a CD-R/CD-RW.
Insert a CD-R/CD-RW containing files to be downloaded into this unit. Refer to <Playing CD & Audio file> (page 28) for details. Our URL http://www.kenwood.net-disp.com describes how to make CD-R/CD-RW.
2 Enter Standby
3 Enter Menu mode

4 Select the downloading mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "DISP Data DL" display.
5 Enter the downloading mode

Press the Control knob for at least 1 second. "File Check!!" is displayed.
Function of the KDC-W8531/KDC-W7531 Function of ACDrive disc
Voice Index
Setting the announcement during the play of AC Drive disc. Display "Voice Index : ON" "Voice Index : OFF" Setting Guide is announced. Not be announced.
6 Select files to be downloaded

7 Start downloading
Press the Control knob for at least 2 seconds. "Downloading" is displayed. When the downloading finishes, "Finished Download" is displayed.
Picture download may take as long as 10 minutes.
Gradation Level
Quantity
Function of the KDC-W8531/KDC-W7531 In CD mode
ACDrive firmware version display

Displaying the firmware version with the ACDrive function.
1 Select the firmware version display mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "ACD F/W Version" display.
Canceling Downloading Press the [MENU] button.
2 Display the ACDrive firmware version

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Function of the KDC-W8531/KDC-W7531 In CD mode
Unique ID display
Displaying the serial number for each product.
1 Select the unique ID display mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "ACD Unique ID" display.
Register 1 pair of Audio Preset Memory. You can't register by the source. When you press the Reset, all the sources will be the setting value which is registered. The following items can't be registered. Volume, Balance, Fader, Loudness, Volume offset, Dual Zone System, Rear Volume, System Q Setting
2 Display the unique ID

Other than Standby mode Other than Standby mode
Audio Preset Call

Recalling the sound setup registered by <Audio Preset Memory> (page 43).
Audio Preset Memory

Registering the value setup by Sound Control. The memory can't be erased by the Reset button.
1 Select the source

1 Setup Sound Control

Refer to the following operations to setup the Sound Control.
- <Audio Control> (page 12) - <Audio Setup> (page 12) - <Equalizer Control> (page 13)
2 Enter Menu mode

3 Select Audio Preset mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Audio Preset" display.
2 Enter Menu mode

4 Enter Audio Preset mode

3 Select Audio Preset mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Audio Preset" display.
5 Select the Audio Preset Call

Push the Contol knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Call" display.
4 Enter Audio Preset mode

6 Call up the Audio Preset

Press the Control knob for at least 2 seconds. The "Call" display blinks 1 time.
5 Select the Audio Preset Memory

Push the Contol knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "Memory" display.
7 Exit Menu mode

The User memory of <Equalizer Control> (page 13) is changed to the value which was recalled. The source tone memory item of <Audio Control> (page 12) is changed to the value which was recalled by the selected source.
6 Put the Audio Preset in the memory

Press the Control knob for at least 2 seconds. The "Memory" display blinks 1 time.
7 Exit Menu mode

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In Standby mode
Demonstration mode Setting

Sets the demonstration mode.
1 Select the Demonstration mode

Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM]. Select the "DEMO Mode" display.
2 Set the Demonstration mode

Press the Control knob for at least 2 seconds. Each time the knob is pressed at least 2 seconds, the Demonstration mode switches as shown below. Display "DEMO Mode : ON" "DEMO Mode : OFF" Setting The Demonstration mode function is ON. Exit Demonstration mode (Normal mode).
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Basic Operations of remote (Accessory of the KDC-W8531)
VOL
SRC
SRC
ATT
ATT VOL
AUD
AUD
38 FM+
38 4/
AM
DIRECT /OK
FM/AM/+/
2-ZONE
DIRECT 2-ZONE
GHI ABC DEF
JKL
MNO
[0] [9]
PRS TUV WXY
QZ
R.VOL
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. [SRC] button Each time the button is pressed, the source switches. For the source switching order refer to <Selecting the Source> (page 10). [ATT] button Turning the volume down quickly. When it is pressed again, it returns to the previous level. [ ] button Adjusting the Faceplate Angle.
2WARNING
Store unused batteries out of the reach of children. Contact a doctor immediately if the battery is accidentally swallowed.
Do not set the remote on hot places such as above the dashboard.
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Basic Operations of remote (Accessory of the KDC-W8531)

Audio Control
[AUD] button Select the Audio item for adjustment. [VOL] buttons Adjust the Audio item.
Refer to <Audio Control> (page 12) for the operation method, such as the procedures of Audio control and others. Only selecting and adjusting of the Basic Audio item can be done by the remote control. Selecting and adjusting of the Detail Audio item cannot be done.
In Disc source
[4]/ [] buttons Doing track/file forward and backward. [+]/ [] buttons Doing disc/folder forward and backward. [38] button Each time the button is pressed, the song pauses and plays. [0] [9] buttons When in <Direct Track/File Search> (page 29) and <Direct Disc Search> (page 29), enter the track/ file/disc number.
Dual Zone System

[2-ZONE] button Each time the button is pressed, "2 ZONE" of <Audio Setup> (page 12) is turned ON and OFF. [5]/ [] buttons Adjusts the volume of the rear channel. It activates while the Dual Zone System is ON.
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] button Enters and cancels the <Direct Access Tuning> (page 23) mode. [38] button Enters and cancels the <PTY (Program Type)> (page 26) mode.
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Accessories/ Installation Procedure

Accessories 1 ..........1 2 ..........2 3 ..........1 4 ..........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. Take Connector A on the wiring harness and connect it to the external power connector on your vehicle. 6. Connect the wiring harness connector to the unit. 7. Install the unit in your car. 8. Reconnect the - terminal of the battery. 9. Press the reset button.
If the power is not turned ON (or it is ON, but will be OFF immediately), the speaker wire may have a short-circuit or touched the chasis of the vehicle and the protection function may have been activated. Therefore, the speaker wire should be checked. If your car is not prepared for this special connectionsystem, 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. If your vehicles ignition does not have an ACC position, or if the ignition wire is connected to a power source with constant voltage such as a battery wire, the power will not be linked with the ignition (i.e., it will not turn on and off along with the ignition). If you want to link the units power with the ignition, connect the ignition wire to a power source that can be turned on and off with the ignition key. If the fuse blows, first make sure that the wires have not caused a short circuit, then replace the old fuse with one with the same rating. Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape or other similar material. To prevent short circuits, also do not remove the caps on the ends of the unconnected wires or the terminals. Connect the speaker wires correctly to the terminals to which they correspond. The unit may receive damage or fail to work if you share the - wires and/or ground them to any metal part in the car. After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps, indicators, wipers, etc. on the car are working properly. If the console has a lid, make sure to install the unit so that the faceplate does not hit the lid when closing and opening. Mount the unit so that the mounting angle is 30 or less.
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Connecting Wires to Terminals

A
KDC-W8531/ Subwoofer right output (Red) W7531 Subwoofer left output (White) KDC-W7031 Rear right output (Red)/ Subwoofer right output (Red) Rear left output (White)/ Subwoofer left output (White)
B
Rear right output (Red) Rear left output (White)
A B
Front right output (Red)
FRONT
Front left output (White) AUX right input (Red) (KDC-W8531/W7531 only)
To KENWOOD disc changer/ To connect these leads, External optional accessory refer to the relevant instruction manuals.
AUX IN
AUX left input (White) (KDC-W8531/W7531 only)
To External Display/ Steering remote
Fuse (10A)
FM/AM antenna input
Antenna Cord (ISO) Antenna Conversion Adaptor (ISOJASO) (Accessory3)
Wiring harness (Accessory1)
External amplifier control wire (Pink/ Black)

EXT. CONT
To "EXT.AMP.CONT." terminal of the amplifier having the external amp control function.
TEL mute wire (Brown)

MUTE
Connect to the terminal that is grounded when either the telephone rings or during conversation. To connect the KENWOOD navigation system, consult your navigation manual.
If no connections are made, do not let the wire come out from the tab. Power control/ Motor antenna control wire (Blue/White)
P.CONT ANT.CONT
Connect either to the power control terminal when using the optional power amplifier, or to the antenna control terminal in the vehicle.
Battery wire (Yellow) Ignition wire (Red)
See page 49
A7 Pin (Red) A4 Pin (Yellow)
8 7 8 7
6 5 6 5
4 3 4 3
2 1 2 1
Connector A Connector B
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Connector Function Guide

Pin Numbers for ISO Connectors External Power Connector A-4 A-5 A-6 A-7 A-8 Speaker Connector B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 B-5 B-6 B-7 B-8 Cable Colour Functions
2WARNING Connecting the ISO Connector

The pin arrangement for the ISO connectors depends on the type of vehicle you drive. Make sure to make the proper connections to prevent damage to the unit. The default connection for the wiring harness is described in 1 below. If the ISO connector pins are set as described in 2 or 3, make the connection as illustrated. Please be sure to reconnect the cable as shown 2 below to install this unit to the Volkswagen vehicles etc.
Yellow Blue/White Orange/White Red Black
Battery Power Control Dimmer Ignition (ACC) Earth (Ground) Connection
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 ()
1 (Default setting) The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicles ISO connector is linked with the ignition, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is connected to the constant power supply.
Ignition cable (Red) Unit Battery cable (Yellow) A-7 Pin (Red) Vehicle A-4 Pin (Yellow)
2 The A-7 pin (red) of the vehicles ISO connector is connected to the constant power supply, and the A-4 pin (yellow) is linked to the ignition.
3 The A-4 pin (yellow) of the vehicles ISO connector is not connected to anything, while the A-7 pin (red) is connected to the constant power supply (or both the A-7 (red) and A-4 (yellow) pins are connected to the constant power supply).
When the connection is made as in 3 above, the units power will not be linked to the ignition key. For that reason, always make sure to turn off the units power when the ignition is turned off. To link the units power to the ignition, connect the ignition cable (ACC...red) to a power source that can be turned on and off with the ignition key.
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Installation
Metal mounting strap (commercially available) Firewall or metal support
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 Accessory4
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)
Never insert the screw in any other screw hole than the one specified. If you screw them in another hole, it will contact and may cause damage to the mechanical parts inside the unit.
Make sure that the unit is installed securely in place. If the unit is unstable, it may malfunction (for example, the sound may skip).
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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.
Removing the Unit 1 Refer to the section <Removing the hard rubber 2 3
frame> (page 51) 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.
Screw (M4X8) (commercially available)
Lock Catch
Accessory2 Removal tool
2 When the upper level is removed, remove the

lower two locations.
Accessory2 Removal tool
4 Lower the removal tool toward the bottom, and

pull out the unit halfway while pressing towards the inside.
The frame can be removed from the bottom side in the same manner.
Be careful to avoid injury from the catch pins on the removal tool.
5 Pull the unit all the way out with your hands,
being careful not to drop it.
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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.
Even if Loudness is turned ON, high-pitched tone isnt compensated for. Tuner source is selected. High-pitched tone isnt compensated for when in Tuner source. 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. See the section on <Connecting Wires to Terminals>. The values of Volume offset are low. Turn up the Volume offset, referring to the section on <Audio Setup> (page 12). The <Built-in Amp Setting> (page 37) is OFF. Turn it ON. The sound quality is poor or distorted. One of the speaker wires is being pinched by a screw in the car. Check the speaker wiring. The speakers are not wired correctly. Reconnect the speaker wires so that each output terminal is connected to a different speaker. The Touch Sensor Tone doesnt sound. The preout jack is being used. The Touch Sensor Tone cant be output from the preout jack. Even though Synchronize Clock is ON, the clock cant be adjusted. The received RDS station isnt sending time data. Receive another RDS station. The Dimmer function doesnt work. The Dimmer wire isnt connected correctly. Check the Dimmer wire connection. The <Dimmer> (page 36) is OFF. Turn it ON. The sound is not output from Subwoofer or it outputs the different sound. When "2 ZONE" of <Audio Setup> (page 12) is set to ON. Turn OFF "2 ZONE".
General
The power does not turn ON. The fuse has blown. After checking for short circuits in the wires, replace the fuse with one with the same rating. The speaker wire has a short-circuit or touches the chassis of the vehicle, and then the protection function is activated. Wire or insulate the speaker cable properly and press the reset button. Theres a source you cant switch. Theres no media inserted. Set the media you want to listen to. If theres no media in this unit, you cant switch to each source. The Disc changer isnt connected. Connect the Disc changer. If the Disc changer isnt connected to its input terminal, You cant switch to an external disc source. The memory is erased when the ignition is turned OFF. The ignition and battery wire are incorrectly connected. Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on <Connecting Wires to Terminals>. The TEL mute function does not work. The TEL mute wire is not connected properly. Connect the wire correctly, referring to the section on <Connecting Wires to Terminals>. The TEL mute function turns ON even though the TEL mute wire is not connected. The TEL mute wire is touching a metal part of the car. Pull the TEL mute wire away from the metal part of the car.
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Tuner source
Disc 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 cant be entered with the Direct Access Tuning. A station that cant be received is being entered. Enter a station that can be received. Youre trying to enter a frequency with a 0.01 MHz unit. What can be designated in the FM band is to 0.1 MHz. It isnt 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.
"AUX EXT" is displayed without achieving External disc control mode. Unsupported disc changer is connected. Use the disc changer mentioned in the <About CD players/disc changers connected to this unit> (page 4) of the section on <Safety precautions>. 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. Try another disc instead. Cant remove disc. The cause is that more than 10 minutes has elapsed since the vehicle ACC switch was turned OFF. The disc can only be removed within 10 minutes of the ACC switch being turned OFF. If more than 10 minutes has elapsed, turn the ACC switch ON again and press the Eject button. The disc wont insert. Theres already another disc inserted. Press the [0] button and remove the disc. Direct Search cant be done. Another function is ON. Turn Random Play or other functions OFF. Track Search cant be done. For the discs/folders first or last song. For each disc/folder, Track Search cant be done in the backward direction for the first song or in the forward direction for the last song.
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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. The media is scratched or dirty. Clean the media, referring to the CD cleaning of the section on <About CDs> (page 7). The recording condition is bad. Record the media again or use another media. The Audio file track time isnt displayed correctly. -- There are times when it isnt displayed correctly according to the Audio file recording conditions.
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 has been loaded in the disc magazine. Load a disc into the disc magazine. 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. Clean the CD and load it correctly. The CD is upside-down. Load the CD correctly. Nothing has been recorded on the MD. No tracks are recorded on the MD, although it has a title. Media was played that doesnt have data recorded that the unit can play. Use media that has data recorded that the unit can play. The faceplate of the slave unit being connected to this unit has been removed. Replace it. The unit is malfunctioning for some reason. Press the reset button on the unit. If the "Error 77" code does not disappear, consult your nearest service center. Something is wrong with the disc magazine. Or the unit is malfunctioning for some reason. Check the disc magazine. And then press the reset button on the unit. If the "Mecha Error" code does not disappear, consult your nearest service center.
No Disc:
TOC Error:
Error 05: Blank Disc: No Track: Error 15:
No Panel:
Error 77:
Mecha Error:
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Hold Error:
The protective circuit in the unit activates when the temperature inside the automatic disc changer exceeds 60C (140F), stopping all operation. Cool down the unit by opening the windows or turning on the air conditioner. As the temperature falls below 60C (140F), the disc will start playing again. Attempted to display DNPS during the CD play having no disc names preset. Radio text data is being received. Discs are being exchanged in the Disc changer. The unit is reading the data on the disc. The CD player section is not operating properly. Reinsert the CD. If the CD cannot be ejected or the display continues to flash even when the CD has been properly reinserted, please switch off the power and consult your nearest service center.
Incorrect File:
The file selected to be downloaded has a format that this unit cannot read. Recreate the file. Writing failed while the file was downloaded. Try the downloading again.
Writing Error:
No Name: Waiting: Load: Reading: IN (Blink):
DEMO MODE: The Demonstration mode has been selected. The <Demonstration mode Setting> (page 44) is ON. Turn it OFF.
Unsupported File: An Audio file is played with a format that this unit cant support. ---Copy Protection: A copy-protected file is played. ---Cant Download: Download Error: 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. Make sure that a files created with referring to <http://www.kenwood.netdisp.com> is contained in the CD-ROM. Do not delete the extension (.kbm) created when the file was created.
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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 V /75 Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 46dB) : 1.6 V /75 Frequency response (3.0 dB) : 30 Hz 15 kHz Signal to Noise ratio (MONO) : 65 dB Selectivity (DIN) (400 kHz) : 80 dB Stereo separation (1 kHz) : 35 dB
CD player section
Laser diode : GaAlAs Digital filter (D/A) : 8 Times Over Sampling D/A Converter : 1 Bit Spindle speed (Audio file) : 1000 400 rpm (CLV 2times) Wow & Flutter : Below Measurable Limit Frequency response (1 dB) : 10 Hz 20 kHz Total harmonic distortion (1 kHz) : 0.008 % (KDC-W8531/W7531) : 0.01 % (KDC-W7031) Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz) : 110 dB (KDC-W8531/W7531) : 105 dB (KDC-W7031) Dynamic range : 93 dB Channel separation : 96 dB MP3 decode : Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 WMA decode : Compliant with Windows Media Audio AAC decode : AAC-LC ".m4a" files
MW tuner section
Frequency range (9 kHz space) : 531 kHz 1611 kHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB) : 25 V
LW tuner section
Frequency range : 153 kHz 281 kHz Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB) : 45 V
Audio section
Maximum output power : 50 W x 4 Output power (DIN 45324, +B=14.4V) : 30 W x 4 Tone action Bass : 100 Hz 10 dB Middle : 1 kHz 10 dB Treble : 10 kHz 10 dB Preout level / Load (during disc play) : 5000 mV/10 k (KDC-W8531) : 2500 mV/10 k (KDC-W7531/W7031) Preout impedance (during disc play) : 80 (KDC-W8531/W7531) : 600 (KDC-W7031)
Auxiliary input (KDC-W8531/W7531)

Frequency response (1 dB) : 20 Hz 20 kHz Input Maximum Voltage : 1200 mV Input Impedance : 100 k
General
Operating voltage (11 16V allowable) : 14.4 V Current consumption : 10 A Installation Size (W x H x D) : 182 x 53 x 155 mm Weight : 1.5 kg
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CD-RECEIVER

KDC-W8531 KDC-W7531 KDC-W7031

CD/Audio file/External disc control features

About CD players/disc changers connected to this unit

About "Media Manager" of PC application attached to KDC-W8531/W7531

Attach the panel while you are on the vehicle

Do Not Load 8 cm (3 in.) CDs in the CD slot

The "AAC" logo is trademark of Dolby Laboratories.

Before using this unit for the first time

About DAB Tuner control

Cleaning the Unit

Cleaning the Faceplate Terminals

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CDs that cant be used

When using a new CD

About AAC, MP3 and WMA

Limitation of structure for the file and the folder

Playable AAC file

Playing order of the Audio file

Playable MP3 file

Playable WMA file

Playable disc format

The maximum number of characters for display

Notes on Multi-function Key System

Real operational example of the Multifunction Key System

Whats the Multi-function Key System?

Setting each function

Displaying the desired function

S.MODE SCAN RDM

SYS.Q DISP S.MODE SCAN RDM REP FSEL

ANG Control knob

Selecting the Source

Decreasing Volume Turn the [VOL] knob counterclockwise.

Faceplate Angle Adjustment

2 Push the faceplate in until it clicks.

Theft Deterrent Faceplate

2 Enter Speaker Setting mode

3 Select the Speaker type

Reattaching the Faceplate

1 Align the shaft on the unit with the

4 Exit Speaker Setting mode

2 Enter Audio Control mode

3 Select the Basic Audio item for adjustment

4 Adjust the Basic Audio item

5 Exit Audio Control mode

1 Select the source for adjustment

2 Enter Audio Setup mode

3 Select the Audio Setup item for adjustment

4 Setup the Audio item

2 Select the key function section

3 Enter Equalizer Control mode

4 Select the Equalizer Control item for

5 Adjust the Equalizer control item

5 Exit Audio Setup mode

Equalizer Control 1 Select the source for adjustment

1 Select the key function section

5 Exit display control mode

2 Enter display control mode

3 Select the display mode

4 Select the display Type