Kenwood KDC-X997 User manual

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 1. Before use 1-1. Safety precaution
1-1. Safety precaution
#WARNING
To prevent injuries or a fire, take the following precautions:
Stop the car before operating the unit.
To prevent a short circuit, never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside
the unit.
!CAUTION
Adjust the volume so that you can hear the sound outside the car. Driving with the volume too high
may cause an accident.
Wipe off the dirt on the panel with a dry silicon or soft cloth.
Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the monitor or unit.
If you experience problems during installation, consult your Kenwood dealer.

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 1. Before use 1-2. Important information
1-2. Important information
Before using the this unit for the first time
KDC-X997, KDC-BT955HD, KDC-X897, KDC-BT855U, KDC-X697, and KDC-655U are factory-set to operate
in the Demonstration mode initially.
When using this unit for the first time, cancel the Demonstration mode. Refer to <Cancel the Demonstration
mode>.
Cleaning the connector
The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and faceplate are dirty. Detach the
faceplate and clean the connector with a cotton swab gently, being careful not to damage the connector.
Condensation
When the car is air-conditioned, moisture may collect on the laser lens. This may cause disc read errors. In
this case, remove the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.
How to reset your unit
If the unit fails to operate properly, press the Reset button. The unit returns to the factory settings when the
Reset button is pressed.
Notes
When you purchase optional accessories, check with your Kenwood dealer to make sure that they can
work with your model and in your area.
Characters that conform to ISO 8859-1 can be displayed.
The illustrations of the display and 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 images on the display may
be inapplicable.

About the remote controls of KMR-555U
A maximum of 3 remote controls (KCA-RC107MR or KCA-RC55MR; optional accessory) can be used with the
KMR-555U. For details on how to use the remote control, refer to the operation manual attached to it.
When using the remote control with this unit, you should register the remote control ID. For details, refer to
<20-1. Registering a remote control ID>.

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 1. Before use 1-3. Regulatory Compliance
1-3. Regulatory Compliance
#CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
In compliance with Federal Regulations, following are reproductions of labels on, or inside the product
relating to laser product safety.
Location : Top plate
FCC WARNING
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment
may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual.
The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is
made.
FCC NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment may cause harmful interference to radio
communications, if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
IC (Industry Canada) Notice
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause interference, and
(2)this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
The term "IC: " before the certification/ registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical
specification were met.
#CAUTION
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment
and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the
IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to
comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed
and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person's body (excluding extremities:
hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and
maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio
interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
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Contains Transmitter Module
FCC ID : XQN-BTR60X
Contains Transmitter Module
IC: 9688A-BTR601
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CALIFORNIA, USA
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Información acerca de la eliminación de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos al final de la vida
útil (aplicable a los países que hayan adoptado sistemas independientes de recogida de
residuos)
Los productos con el símbolo de un contenedor con ruedas tachado no podrán ser desechados como
residuos domésticos.
Los equipos eléctricos y electrónicos al final de la vida útil, deberán ser reciclados en instalaciones que
puedan dar el tratamiento adecuado a estos productos y a sus subproductos residuales correspondientes.
Póngase en contacto con su administración local para obtener información sobre el punto de recogida más
cercano. Un tratamiento correcto del reciclaje y la eliminación de residuos ayuda a conservar los recursos y
evita al mismo tiempo efectos perjudiciales en la salud y el medio ambiente.
Para cumplimiento de la COFETEL:
"La operacion de este equipo esta sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones:
(1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y
(2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia,
incluyendo la que pueda causar su operacion no deseada."

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 2. Appendix 2-1. Specifications
2-1. Specifications
FM tuner section
Frequency range (200 kHz step)
: 87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz
Usable sensitivity (S/N = 30dB)
: 9.3dBf (0.8 μV/75 Ω)
Quieting Sensitivity (S/N = 46dB)
: 10.2 dBf (1.13 μV/75 Ω)
Frequency response (±3 dB)
: 30 Hz – 15 kHz
Signal to Noise ratio
: 75 dB (MONO)
Stereo separation
: 45 dB (1 kHz)
Digital FM tuner section (KDC-X997/ KDC-BT955HD)
Frequency range (200 kHz step)
: 87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz
Frequency response (±3 dB)
: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Signal to Noise ratio (STEREO)
: 75 dB
AM tuner section
Frequency range (10 kHz step)
: 530 kHz – 1700 kHz
Usable sensitivity (S/N = 20dB)
: 28 dBµ(25 µV)
Digital AM tuner section (KDC-X997/ KDC-BT955HD)
Frequency range (10 kHz step)
: 530 kHz – 1700 kHz
Frequency response (±3 dB)
: 40 Hz – 15 kHz
Signal to Noise ratio (STEREO)
: 70 dB
CD player section
Laser diode
: GaAlAs
Digital filter (D/A)
: 8 Times Over Sampling
D/A Converter
: 24 Bit
Spindle speed (Audio files)
: 500 – 200 rpm (CLV)
Wow & Flutter
: Below Measurable Limit
Frequency response (±1 dB)
: 10 Hz – 20 kHz
Total harmonic distortion (1 kHz)
KDC-X997 KDC-X897 KDC-X697
: 0.008 %
KDC-BT955HD KDC-BT855U KDC-655U KMR-555U
: 0.010 %
Signal to Noise ratio (1 kHz)
KDC-X997 KDC-X897 KDC-X697
: 110 dB
KDC-BT955HD KDC-BT855U KDC-655U KMR-555U
: 105 dB
Dynamic range
: 93 dB
MP3 decode
: Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA decode

: Compliant with Windows Media Audio
AAC decode
: AAC-LC ".m4a" files
USB interface
USB Standard
: USB1.1/ 2.0 (Full speed)
File System
: FAT12/16/ 32
Maximum Supply current
: DC 5 V =1 A
Decode
: MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV
Audio section
Maximum output power
: 50 W x 4
Full Bandwidth Power (at less than 1% THD)
: 22 W x 4
Preout level/ Load (CD)
KDC-X997 KDC-BT955HD KDC-X897 KDC-BT855U
KDC-X697
: 4000 mV/10 kΩ
KDC-655U KMR-555U
: 2500 mV/10 kΩ
Preout impedance
: ≤600 Ω
Speaker Impedance
: 4 – 8 Ω
Tone
KDC-X997
Band1 : 62.5 Hz ±9 dB
Band2 : 100 Hz ±9 dB
Band3 : 160 Hz ±9 dB
Band4 : 250 Hz ±9 dB
Band5 : 400 Hz ±9 dB
Band6 : 630 Hz ±9 dB
Band7 : 1 kHz ±9 dB
Band8 : 1.6 kHz ±9 dB
Band9 : 2.5 kHz ±9 dB
Band10 : 4 kHz ±9 dB
Band11 : 6.3 kHz ±9 dB
Band12 : 10 kHz ±9 dB
Band13 : 16 kHz ±9 dB
KDC-BT955HD
Band1 : 62.5 Hz ±9 dB
Band2 : 160 Hz ±9 dB
Band3 : 400 Hz ±9 dB
Band4 : 1 kHz ±9 dB
Band5 : 2.5 kHz ±9 dB
Band6 : 6.3 kHz ±9 dB
Band7 : 16 kHz ±9 dB
KDC-X897 KDC-BT855U KDC-X697 KDC-655U
KMR-555U
Bass : 100 Hz ±8 dB
Middle : 1 kHz ±8 dB
Treble : 12.5 kHz ±8 dB
Bluetooth section (KDC-X997/ KDC-BT955HD/ KDC-X897/ KDC-BT855U)
Version
: Bluetooth Ver. 2.1+EDR Certified
Frequency range
: 2.402 – 2.480 GHz
Output Power
: +4dBm (MAX), 0dBm (AVE) Power Class 2
Maximum Communication range
: Line of sight approx.10m (32.8 ft)
Profiles
: HFP (Hands Free Profile)
: SPP (Serial Port Profile)
: PBAP (Phonebook Access Profile)
: OPP (Object Push Profile)

: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
: AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)
Auxiliary input
Frequency response (±3 dB)
: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Input Maximum Voltage
: 1200 mV
Input Impedance
: 10 kΩ
General
Operating voltage
KDC-X997 KDC-BT955HD KDC-X897 KDC-BT855U
: 14.4 V (10.5 – 16V allowable)
KDC-X697 KDC-655U KMR-555U
: 14.4 V (11 – 16V allowable)
Maximum Current consumption
: 10 A
Installation Size (W x H x D)
: 182 x 53 x 159 mm
7-3/16 x 2-1/16 x 6-1/4 inch
Weight
KDC-X997 KDC-BT955HD KDC-X897 KDC-BT855U
: 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)
KDC-X697 KDC-655U KMR-555U
: 2.7 lbs (1.2 kg)
Specifications subject to change without notice.

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 2. Appendix 2-2. Trademarks
2-2. Trademarks
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
JVC KENWOOD Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
"Made for iPod" and "Made for iPhone" mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with
safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may
affect wireless performance.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
iTunes and Safari are trademark of Apple Inc.
Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
HD Radio Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corporation. U.S. and Foreign
Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD, HD Radio, and "Arc" logos are proprietary trademarks of
iBiquity Digital Corp.
PANDORA, the PANDORA logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission.
aha, the Aha logo, and the Aha trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of HARMAN
International Industries, used with permission.
Android and Chrome are trademark of Google Inc.
BlackBerry®, RIM®, Research In Motion® and related trademarks, names and logos are the property of
Research In Motion Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world.
Used under license from Research In Motion Limited.

Internet Explorer and Windows Media are registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and other countries.
The "AAC" logo is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 3. Basic operations
3-1. Component names
3-1. Component names
1. [1/6] button
When listening to the iPod, audio file, CD, or radio, press this button to enter the search mode.
In each of the selected modes, press the button to return to the previous item.
2. [SRC] button
Press this button to enter source select mode. Refer to <Source selection>.
3. [Control] knob (Volume knob)
In the normal mode, turn the knob to adjust the volume or press the knob to enter the Function setting
mode.
In the Function mode, turn the knob to select an item or press the knob to determine the selection.
4. [R]/ [S] button
Press the button to select an audio file folder or use it as a Likes/ Dislikes button on Aha etc.
The [R] button can be used to select broadcast band as well.
5. [G] button
Press the button to eject the disc.
6. Disc slot cover
When this cover opens upward, the disc insertion slot appears.
7. USB terminal (inside of the cover)
Connect an iPod or USB device.
8. Auxiliary input (inside of the cover)
Connect the output of an external device using a stereo mini-jack.
9. REAR USB indicator
When a USB device or iPod is connected to the USB terminal of the rear, this indicator stays lit. During
playback of the connected device, this indicator blinks.
10. [E]/ [F] button
Press the button to select a song or station.
11. Release button
Press the button to detach the faceplate.
12. KDC-X997 KDC-BT955HD KDC-X897 KDC-BT855U [Ú] button
Press the button to make, answer, or disconnect a hands-free call.
13. KDC-X697 KDC-655U KMR-555U [A~Z] button
Press any of (A to Z) button during the Music search mode to enter the alphabet search mode.

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 3. Basic operations 3-2. Preparations
3-2. Preparations
Cancel the Demonstration mode
KDC-X997 KDC-BT955HD KDC-X897 KDC-BT855U KDC-X697
KDC-655U
Cancel the Demonstration mode when you use the unit for the first time after installation.
1. Press [Control] knob to cancel the Demonstration mode when the message "To cancel DEMO
Press the volume knob" appears (approx. 15 seconds).
2. Turn [Control] knob to select the "YES", and then press [Control] knob.
The Demonstration mode can also be canceled in the Function Setting mode. Refer to <14-5. Demonstr
ation mode setting>.
Detaching/ Attaching the faceplate
!
Remove the faceplate at once after pressing the Release button; otherwise it can fall down due to
vibration.
The faceplate is a precision component of the unit and can be damaged by shocks or jolts.
Keep the faceplate in its case while detached.
Do not place the faceplate (and case) in areas exposed to direct sunlight, excessive heat or humidity.
Also avoid places with too much dust or the possibility of water splashing.

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 3. Basic operations
3-3. How to select the item
3-3. How to select the item
For how to select setting items such as a function setting item, see the following example:
Example: Setting the Date format of the display
1. Press [Control] knob.
"Function" appears and enters the Function setting mode.
2. Select the Date Mode function item
Turn [Control] knob to select "Settings", and then press [Control] knob.
Next, turn [Control] knob to select "Clock&Date", and then press [Control] knob.
Finally, turn [Control] knob to select "Date Mode", and then press [Control] knob.
To cancel and return to the previous item, press [1/6].
3. Turn [Control] knob to select a format (7 types), and then press [Control] knob.
Returns to the previous item.
4. Press and hold [1/6].
Exits the Function setting mode.
About the description in this manual
In this manual, operations performed in steps 2 and 3 are described as follows:
2. Select "Settings" >"Clock&Date" >"Date Mode" using [Control] knob.
3. Select a format (7 types) using [Control] knob.

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 3. Basic operations
3-4. Adjusting the clock
3-4. Adjusting the clock
1. Press [Control] knob.
Enters the Function setting mode.
2. Select "Settings" >"Clock&Date" >"Clock Adjust" using [Control] knob.
For how to use [Control] knob, refer to <3-3. How to select the item>.
3. Set the hour using [Control] knob.
4. Set the minute using [Control] knob.
Exiting from the Function setting mode
Press and hold [1/6].

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 3. Basic operations
3-5. General operations
3-5. General operations
Power
Press [SRC] to turn the power ON.
Press and hold [SRC] to turn the power OFF.
Source selection
1. Press [SRC].
The currently selected source is displayed and enters the Source selection mode.
2. Select a source using [Control] knob.
Source Display
Standby "STANDBY"
SiriusXM (optional accessory)[1] "SiriusXM"
HD Radio[2] "HD RADIO"
Tuner[4] "TUNER"
USB device connected to front USB terminal "USB(FRONT)"
USB device connected to rear USB terminal "USB(REAR)"
iPod connected to front USB terminal[1] "iPod(FRONT)"
iPod connected to rear USB terminal[1] "iPod(REAR)"
Pandora® of iPod connected to front USB terminal[1] "Pandora(FRONT)"
Pandora® of iPod connected to rear USB terminal[1] "Pandora(REAR)"
Pandora® of device connected via Bluetooth[1][3] "Pandora"
iHeartRADIO of iPod connected to front USB terminal [1] "iHeartRADIO (FRONT)"
iHeartRADIO of iPod connected to rear USB terminal [1] "iHeartRADIO (REAR)"
iHeartRADIO of device connected via Bluetooth[1][3] "iHeartRADIO"
aha™ of iPod connected to front USB terminal[1][3] "aha(FRONT)"
aha™ of iPod connected to rear USB terminal[1][3] "aha(REAR)"
aha™ of device connected via Bluetooth[1][3] "aha"
Bluetooth audio[3] "BT AUDIO"
CD[1] "CD"
Auxiliary Input "AUX"
[1] This source can be selected only when it can be played.
[2] Function of KDC-X997/ KDC-BT955HD.
[3] Function of KDC-X997/ KDC-BT955HD/ KDC-X897/ KDC-BT855U.
[4] Function of KDC-X897/ KDC-BT855U/ KDC-X697/ KDC-655U/ KMR-555U.
Setting the source switching
Source switching can be set so that pressing [SRC] switches among sources. For more details, refer to
<14-6. Initial settings>.
Source switching can be set so that "Pandora", "iHeartRADIO", "aha", and "AUX" sources can not be
selected when not in use. For more details, refer to <14-6. Initial settings>.
Volume
Turn [Control] knob.
USB terminal
A USB device or iPod can be connected.
The CA-U1EX (Max. 500mA) or KCA-iP102 (optional accessories) is recommended to connect a
USB device or iPod.
Auxiliary input
A portable audio device can be connected with a stereo mini-plug (3.5 mm ø).

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U
4. Audio adjustments (KDC-X897, KDC-BT855U, KDC-X697, KDC-655U, KMR-555U) 4-1. Audio control
4-1. Audio control
You can adjust the audio control items.
1. Press [SRC] and select a source other than Standby ("STANDBY") using [Control] knob.
Refer to <Source selection>.
2. Press [Control] knob.
Enters the Function setting mode.
3. Select "Audio Control" using [Control] knob.
For how to use [Control] knob, refer to <3-3. How to select the item>.
4. Select a audio control item using [Control] knob.
Display Audio control item Range
"SubWoofer Level" Subwoofer level –15 — +15 (dB)
"Bass Level" Bass level –8 — +8 (dB)
"Middle Level" Middle level –8 — +8 (dB)
"Treble Level" Treble level –8 — +8 (dB)
"Equalizer PRO"[1]
"Bass Adjust"
"Bass Center FRQ" Bass Center Frequency 60/ 80/ 100/ 200 (Hz)
"Bass Level" Bass level –8 — +8 (dB)
"Bass Q Factor" Bass Q Factor 1.00/ 1.25/ 1.50/ 2.00
"Bass EXT" Bass Extend OFF/ ON
"Middle Adjust"
"Middle Center FRQ" Middle Center
Frequency 0.5/ 1.0/ 1.5/ 2.5 (kHz)
"Middle Level" Middle level –8 — +8 (dB)
"Middle Q Factor" Middle Q Factor 0.75/ 1.00/ 1.25
"Treble Adjust"
"Treble Center FRQ" Treble Center Frequency 10.0/ 12.5/ 15.0/ 17.5 kHz
"Treble Level" Treble level –8 — +8 (dB)
"Preset Equalizer" Preset Equalizer curve "Rock"/ "Pops"/ "Easy"/ "Top40"/ "Jazz"/ "Powerful"/ "Natural"/
"User"[3]
"Bass Boost" Bass Boost "OFF"/ "Level1"/ "Level2"/ "Level3"
"Loudness" Loudness "OFF"/ "Level1"/ "Level2"
"Balance" Balance Left 15 — Right 15
"Fader" Fader Rear 15 — Front 15
"SubWoofer" Subwoofer output ON/ OFF
"Detailed Settings"
"HPF" High Pass Filter Through/ 100/ 120/ 150 (Hz)
"LPF SubWoofer" Low Pass Filter 85/ 120/ 160/ Through (Hz)
"SubWoofer
Phase"[4] Subwoofer Phase Reverse (180°)/ Normal (0°)
"Supreme"[5] Supreme setting OFF/ ON
"Audio Preset" Audio Preset memory[2] Recall/ Memory
"Volume Offset" Volume offset –8 — ±0 (dB)
(AUX: -8 — +8)
[1] Function of KDC-X897/ KDC-X697.
[2] Refer to <4-2. Audio preset>, <4-3. Audio preset recall>.
[3] "User": The customized Bass, Middle, and Treble settings are effective.
[4] Displayed only when "LPF SubWoofer" is set to "85"/ "120"/ "160".
[5] Audio file source only
5. Select a value using [Control] knob.

5. Select a value using [Control] knob.
Exiting from the Function setting mode
Press and hold [1/6].
Adjusting Bass, Middle, and Treble levels
You can set Bass, Middle, and Treble levels for each source.

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U
4. Audio adjustments (KDC-X897, KDC-BT855U, KDC-X697, KDC-655U, KMR-555U) 4-2. Audio preset
4-2. Audio preset
You can register the values set the Audio control items.
1. Set the audio control items
Refer to <4-1. Audio control>.
2. Select "Audio Control" >"Detailed Settings" >"Audio Preset" >"Memory" using [Control]
knob.
For how to use [Control] knob, refer to <3-3. How to select the item>.
3. Select "YES" using [Control] knob.
"Memory Completed" appears.
Exiting from the Function setting mode
Press and hold [1/6].
Number of Audio preset memories that can be stored
Register a pair of Audio preset memories. You cannot register them by source.
When reset
When you press the Reset button, audio control values of all sources will be set to the values
registered here.
Audio control items that can be registered
The following Audio control items can be registered.
"Bass Center FRQ"*, "Bass Level", "Bass Q Factor"*, "Bass EXT"*, "Middle Center FRQ"*, "Middle Level",
"Middle Q Factor"*, "Treble Center FRQ"*, "Treble Level", "SubWoofer Level", "HPF", "LPF SubWoofer",
"SubWoofer Phase"
*KDC-X897, KDC-X697 only

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U
4. Audio adjustments (KDC-X897, KDC-BT855U, KDC-X697, KDC-655U, KMR-555U) 4-3. Audio preset recall
4-3. Audio preset recall
You can recall the Audio control items registered to the <4-2. Audio preset>.
1. Press [SRC] and select a recall source using [Control] knob.
Refer to <Source selection>.
2. Press [Control] knob.
Enters the Function setting mode.
3. Select "Audio Control" > "Detailed Settings" >"Audio Preset" > "Recall" using [Control] knob.
For how to use [Control] knob, refer to <3-3. How to select the item>.
4. Select "YES" using [Control] knob.
"Recall Completed" appears.
Exiting from the Function setting mode
Press and hold [1/6].

KDC-X997/KDC-BT955HD/KDC-X897/KDC-BT855U/KDC-X697/KDC-655U/KMR-555U 5. DSP settings (KDC-X997, KDC-BT955HD)
5-1. Audio control
5-1. Audio control
You can adjust the audio control items.
1. Press [SRC] and select a source other than Standby ("STANDBY") using [Control] knob.
Refer to <Source selection>.
2. Press [Control] knob.
Enters the Function setting mode.
3. Select "Audio Control" using [Control] knob.
For how to use [Control] knob, refer to <3-3. How to select the item>.
4. Select a audio control item using [Control] knob.
Display Overview
"SubWoofer Level" You can set subwoofer level.
"–15" — "0" — "+15"
"Preset
Equalizer"[1][5]
Select from among preset equalizer curves to set the sound quality.
"User"[2]/ "Natural"/ "Rock"/ "Pops"/ "Easy"/ "Top 40"/ "Jazz"/ "Powerful"/ "iPod"(During iPod
source only)
"Manual
Equalizer""[1][5]
Set the equalizer curve manually.
Refer to <5-2. Manual equalizer control>.
"Pro Setup"
"DSP Set"
Turn on/off the DSP function.
"Bypass": Disables the DSP function.
"Through": Enables the DSP function.
"Car Type"[5] To get clear sound, set the sound environment according to the location and size of physically
installed speakers with reference to the followings:
<5-3. Car type selection>
<5-4. Speaker setting>
<5-5. X'Over setting>
<5-6. Listening position setting>
<5-7. Delay time control>
<5-8. Channel level fine adjustments>
"Speaker
Setting"[5]
"X'Over"[5]
"DTA Settings"[5]
"Sound Enhancements"[5]
"Supreme"[6]
Turns ON/OFF the Supreme function.
Can be set while Audio file source of USB/CD and iPod source.
"ON"/ "OFF"
"HIGHWAY-
SOUND" [3]
Compensates the low volume or bass sound being lost by road noises to make vocal sound clearer.
"OFF"/ "Low"/ "Middle"/ "High"
"Space
Enhancer"[3]
[4]
Virtually enhances the sound space using the DSP.
"OFF"/ "Small"/ "Medium"/ "Large"
"Sound
Realizer"[4]
Virtually makes the sound more realistic using the DSP.
"OFF"/ "Level1"/ "Level2"/ "Level3"
"Sound
Elevation"[4]
Virtually raises the sound field using the DSP.
"OFF"/ "Low"/ "Middle"/ "High"
"Volume offset" Sets each source's volume as a difference from the basic volume.
"–8" — "0" (AUX: "–8"— "+8")
"SubWoofer
Mute"
Sets the Subwoofer Mute.
"ON"/ "OFF"
"Audio Preset" You can register the values set the Audio control items.
Refer to <5-10. DSP preset>, <5-11. DSP preset recall>.
"Bass Boost"[5] Sets the Bass Boost level in 3 steps.
"OFF"/ "Level1"/ "Level2"/ "Level3"
"Loudness"[5] Makes the sounds at high and low frequencies louder.
"OFF"/ "Low"/ "High"
"Balance" Adjusts left/right speaker balance.
"Left15" — "0" — "Right15"
"Fader" Adjusts front/rear speaker balance.
"Rear15" — "0" — "Front15"
(Colored text: Factory setting)