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How do I operate the basic functions of the KENWOOD KDC-BT272U using the faceplate and remote control?

You can operate the basic functions of your KENWOOD KDC-BT272U as follows:

To On the faceplate On the remote control
Turn on the power Press the SRC button. Press and hold to turn off the power. Press and hold SRC to turn off the power. (Pressing SRC does not turn on the power.)
Adjust the volume Turn the volume knob. Press VOL ∧ or VOL ∨. Press and hold VOL ∧ to continuously increase the volume to 15. Press ATT during playback to attenuate the sound; press again to cancel.
Select a source Press SRC repeatedly. Press SRC repeatedly.
Change the display information Press DISP repeatedly. (Not available)

How do I perform the initial setup on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

When you turn on the power for the first time, you need to set the display language, cancel the demonstration mode, and set the clock and date.

1. Select the display language and cancel the demonstration:

The display will show: “SEL LANGUAGE”  “PRESS”  “VOLUME KNOB”

1. Turn the volume knob to select [ENG] (English) or [SPA] (Spanish), then press the knob. [ENG] is selected for the initial setup.

2. The display then shows: “CANCEL DEMO”  “PRESS”  “VOLUME KNOB”. Press the volume knob.

3. [YES] is selected for the initial setup. Press the volume knob again. “DEMO OFF” appears.

2. Set the clock and date:

1. Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

2. Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK], then press the knob.

To adjust the clock:

3. Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK ADJUST], then press the knob.

4. Turn the volume knob to set the Hour and Minute, then press the knob.

5. Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK FORMAT], then press the knob.

6. Turn the volume knob to select [12H] or [24H], then press the knob.

To set the date:

7. Turn the volume knob to select [DATE FORMAT], then press the knob.

8. Turn the volume knob to select [DD/MM/YY] or [MM/DD/YY], then press the knob.

9. Turn the volume knob to select [DATE SET], then press the knob.

10. Turn the volume knob to make the settings (Day/Month/Year or Month/Day/Year), then press the knob.

11. Press and hold the back button to exit.


How do I configure the initial settings on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

1. Press SRC repeatedly to enter STANDBY.

2. Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

3. Turn the volume knob to select an item from the table below, then press the knob.

4. Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected or activated.

5. Press and hold the back button to exit.

To return to the previous setting item, press the back button.

Setting Options and Description
AUDIO CONTROL
SWITCH PREOUT REAR/SUBWOOFER or REAR/SUB-W: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected to the line out terminals on the rear (through an external amplifier). Default is REAR/SUBWOOFER.
DISPLAY
EASY MENU When entering [FUNCTION]…
ON: ZONE 1 illumination changes to white color.
OFF: ZONE 1 illumination remains as [COLOR SELECT] color. (Default)
TUNER SETTING
PRESET TYPE NORMAL: Memorizes one station for each preset button in each band (FM1/FM2/FM3/AM). (Default)
MIX: Memorizes one station or SiriusXM channel for each preset button, regardless of the selected band or SiriusXM channel.
SYSTEM
KEY BEEP ON: Activates the keypress tone. (Default)
OFF: Deactivates.
SOURCE SELECT
PANDORA SRC ON: Enables PANDORA in source selection. (Default)
OFF: Disables.
IHEART SRC ON: Enables IHEARTRADIO in source selection. (Default)
OFF: Disables.
SPOTIFY SRC ON: Enables SPOTIFY in source selection. (Default)
OFF: Disables.
BUILT-IN AUX ON: Enables AUX in source selection. (Default)
OFF: Disables.
CD READ 1: Automatically distinguishes between audio file disc and music CD. (Default)
2: Forces to play as a music CD. No sound can be heard if an audio file disc is played.
F/W UPDATE
UPDATE SYSTEM YES: Starts upgrading the firmware.
NO: Cancels (upgrading is not activated). (Default)
FACTORY RESET YES: Resets the settings to default (except the stored station).
NO: Cancels. (Default)
CLOCK
CLOCK DISPLAY ON: The clock time is shown on the display even when the unit is turned off.
OFF: Cancels. (Default)
ENGLISH / ESPANOL Select the display language for [FUNCTION] menu and music information if applicable. By default, [ENGLISH] is selected.

How do I use the radio functions on the KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

Search for a station:

1. Press SRC repeatedly to select RADIO.

2. Press BAND repeatedly (or press #FM+ / *AM- on the remote control) to select FM1/FM2/FM3/AM.

3. Press S / T (or press S / T on the remote control) to search for a station.

  • To change the searching method for S / T: Press SEEK repeatedly.
  • AUTO1: Automatically search for a station.
  • AUTO2: Search for a preset station.
  • MANUAL: Manually search for a station.
  • To store a station: Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6).
  • To select a stored station: Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6) (or press one of the number buttons (1 to 6) on the remote control).

Direct Access Tuning (using the remote control):

1. Press DIRECT to enter Direct Access Tuning.

2. Press the number buttons to enter a frequency.

3. Press ENT ►II to search for a station.

  • To cancel, press 5 or DIRECT.
  • If no operation is done for 10 seconds after step 2, Direct Access Tuning is automatically canceled.

How do I configure other radio settings on the KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

1. Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

2. Turn the volume knob to select an item from the table below, then press the knob.

3. Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated.

4. Press and hold the back button to exit.

Setting Options and Description
TUNER SETTING
AUTO MEMORY YES: Automatically starts memorizing 6 stations with good reception.
NO: Cancels. (Default)
MONO SET ON: Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect may be lost.
OFF: Cancels. (Default)
TI ON: Allows the unit to temporarily switch to Traffic Information if available (“TI” lights up).
OFF: Cancels. (Default)
PTY SEARCH Select the available Program Type, then press S / T to start.
CLOCK
TIME SYNC ON: Synchronizes the unit’s time to the Radio Broadcast Data System/Radio Data System station time.
OFF: Cancels. (Default)

How do I control playback for CD, USB, iPod, and Android sources on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

When you insert a CD or connect a USB, iPod, or Android device, the source changes automatically and playback starts. Use the following controls:

To On the faceplate On the remote control
Playback/pause Press ►/II 6. Press ENT ►II.
Reverse/Fast-forward Press and hold S / T. Press and hold S / T (+).
Select a track/file Press S / T. Press S / T (+).
Select a folder Press ∧ / ∨. Press #FM+ / *AM-.
Repeat play Press 4 repeatedly.
TRACK REPEAT/ALL REPEAT: Audio CD
FILE REPEAT/FOLDER REPEAT/ALL REPEAT: MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC file
FILE REPEAT/FOLDER REPEAT/REPEAT OFF: iPod or ANDROID
Not available
Random play Press 3 repeatedly.
DISC RANDOM/RANDOM OFF: Audio CD
FOLDER RANDOM/RANDOM OFF: MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC file, iPod or ANDROID
Not available
Select ALL RANDOM Press and hold 3 to select ALL RANDOM. Not available

How do I search for files on CD, USB, and Android sources with my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

Select a file from a folder/list (For iPod/ANDROID):

1. Press the search button.

2. Turn the volume knob to select a folder/list, then press the knob.

3. Turn the volume knob to select a file, then press the knob.

Quick Search (for CD, USB and ANDROID):

If you have many files, you can search through them quickly by turning the volume knob quickly.

Skip Search (for iPod USB and ANDROID):

Press S / T to search at a preset skip search ratio. Pressing and holding S / T searches at a 10% ratio.

Alphabet search (for iPod USB and ANDROID):

For iPod USB source:

1. Turn the volume knob quickly to enter character search.

2. Turn the volume knob to select the character. Select “*” to search for a character other than A to Z, 0 to 9.

3. Press S / T to move to the entry position. You can enter up to 3 characters.

4. Press the volume knob to start searching.

For ANDROID source:

1. Press ∧ / ∨ to enter character search.

2. Turn the volume knob to select the character (^A^: Upper case, _A_: Lower case, -0-: Numbers, ***: Other).

3. Press the volume knob to start searching.

Direct Music Search (using the remote control):

1. Press DIRECT.

2. Press the number buttons to enter a track/file number.

3. Press ENT ►II to search for music.


How do I listen to Pandora on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

Preparation:

Install the latest version of the Pandora application on your device, create an account, and log in. Also, select [ON] for [PANDORA SRC] in [SOURCE SELECT].

Start listening:

1. Open the Pandora application on your device.

2. Connect your device to the USB input terminal.

3. Press SRC repeatedly to select PANDORA. Broadcast starts automatically.

Controls:

  • Playback/pause: Press ►/II 6 on the faceplate or ENT ►II on the remote.
  • Skip a track: Press T on the faceplate or T (+) on the remote.
  • Thumbs up or thumbs down: Press ∧ / ∨ on the faceplate or #FM+ / *AM- on the remote.

Create and save a new station:

1. Press the search button.

2. Turn the volume knob to select [NEW STATION], then press the knob.

3. Turn the volume knob to select [FROM ARTIST] or [FROM TRACK], then press the knob.

4. Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 5) to store.

Search for a registered station:

1. Press the search button.

2. Turn the volume knob to select [SORT BY DATE] or [SORT BY A-Z], then press the knob.

3. Turn the volume knob to select the desired station.

4. Press the volume knob to confirm.

Bookmark current song information:

Press and hold the volume knob. “BOOKMARKED” appears.

Delete a station:

1. Press the search button.

2. Turn the volume knob to select [STATION DEL], then press the knob.

3. Sort by date or A-Z, then select the station to delete.

4. Turn the volume knob to select [YES], then press the knob.


How do I pair and connect a Bluetooth device to my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U for the first time?

1. Press SRC to turn on the unit.

2. On your Bluetooth device, search for and select this unit’s model name (e.g., KDC-BT2**). The display will show “PAIRING”  “PASS XXXXXX”  Device name  “PRESS”  “VOLUME KNOB”. For some devices, you may need to enter the PIN code immediately after searching.

3. Press the volume knob on the unit to start pairing. “PAIRING OK” appears when pairing is completed.

Once pairing is completed, the Bluetooth connection is established automatically. The “BT1” and/or “BT2” indicator on the display window will light up.


How do I handle phone calls using my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

When there is an incoming call, the ZONE 2 illumination flashes in green. The unit answers automatically if [AUTO ANSWER] is set.

Call Controls:

To On the faceplate On the remote control
Answer a call Press the phone button or the volume knob or one of the number buttons (1 to 6). Press the phone button.
Reject a call Press the back button. Press the back button.
End a call Press the back button. Press the back button.
Answer another incoming call and hold the current call Press the phone button. Press the phone button.
Reject another incoming call Press the back button. Press the back button.
End current call and activate held call Press the back button. Press the back button.
Swap between the current call and held call Press the phone button. Press the phone button.
Adjust the phone volume [00] to [35] Turn the volume knob during a call. Press VOL ∧ or VOL ∨.
Switch between hands-free and private talk modes Press ►/II 6 during a call. (Not available)

How can I improve the voice quality during a phone call on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

While on a phone call:

1. Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

2. Turn the volume knob to select an item, then press the knob.

3. Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected or activated.

4. Press and hold the back button to exit.

Setting Value (Default) Description
MIC GAIN –10 to +10 (–4) Adjusts the sensitivity of the microphone.
NR LEVEL –5 to +5 (0) Adjusts the noise reduction level.
ECHO CANCEL –5 to +5 (0) Adjusts the echo cancellation delay time.

How do I make a call using the KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

1. Press the phone button to enter Bluetooth mode.

2. Turn the volume knob to select an item (see below), then press the knob.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions or select a contact/number.

4. Press the volume knob to initiate the call.

  • CALL HISTORY: Select a name or phone number from the list of recent calls. “I” indicates a received call, “O” indicates a made call, and “M” indicates a missed call.
  • PHONE BOOK: Turn the volume knob quickly to enter alphabet search mode. Select a name, then a phone number to call.
  • NUMBER DIAL: Turn the volume knob to select numbers (0-9) or characters (*, #, +). Press S / T to move the entry position. When done, press the volume knob to call.
  • VOICE: Speak the name of the contact you want to call.

Make a call using voice recognition:

1. Press and hold the phone button to activate voice recognition.

2. Speak the name of the contact or the voice command to control phone functions.


How do I manage Bluetooth devices and settings on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

1. Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

2. Turn the volume knob to select an item from the table below, then press the knob.

3. Follow the instructions for the selected item.

4. Press and hold the back button to exit.

Setting Description
BT MODE
PHONE SELECT / AUDIO SELECT Selects the phone or audio device to connect or disconnect. “*” appears in front of a connected device. “►” appears in front of the current playback audio device.
DEVICE DELETE 1. Turn the volume knob to select a device to delete, then press the knob.
2. Turn the volume knob to select [YES] or [NO], then press the knob.
PIN CODE EDIT (0000) Changes the PIN code (up to 6 digits).
RECONNECT ON: The unit automatically reconnects when the last connected device is within range.
OFF: Cancels. (Default)
AUTO PAIRING ON: The unit automatically pairs with a supported device when connected via USB. (Default)
OFF: Cancels.
INITIALIZE YES: Initializes all Bluetooth settings (pairing, phonebook, etc.).
NO: Cancels. (Default)

How do I play audio via Bluetooth on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

1. Press SRC repeatedly to select BT AUDIO.

2. Operate the Bluetooth audio player to start playback.

To On the faceplate On the remote control
Playback/pause Press ►/II 6. Press ENT ►II.
Select group or folder Press ∧ / ∨. Press #FM+ / *AM-.
Reverse/Forward skip Press S / T. Press S / T (+).
Reverse/Fast-forward Press and hold S / T. Press and hold S / T (+).
Repeat play Press 4 repeatedly. ALL REPEAT, FILE REPEAT, REPEAT OFF (Not available)
Random play Press and hold 3 to select ALL RANDOM. Press 3 to select RANDOM OFF. (Not available)
Switch between connected Bluetooth audio device Press 5. (Not available)

How do I adjust the audio settings on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

While listening to any source:

1. Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

2. Turn the volume knob to select an item from the tables below, then press the knob.

3. Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected or activated.

4. Press and hold the back button to exit.

General Audio Control
Setting Options and Description
SUB-W LEVEL LEVEL –50 to LEVEL +10 (LEVEL 0): Adjusts the subwoofer output level.
PRESET EQ NATURAL/ROCK/POPS/EASY/TOP40/JAZZ/POWERFUL/USER: Selects a preset equalizer.
BASS BOOST LEVEL1 to LEVEL5 or OFF: Selects your preferred bass boost level.
LOUDNESS LEVEL1/LEVEL2 or OFF: Boosts low and high frequencies for a balanced sound at low volume.
SUBWOOFER SET ON/OFF: Turns the subwoofer output on or off. Default is ON.
FADER R15 to F15 (0): Adjusts the rear and front speaker output balance.
BALANCE L15 to R15 (0): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.
VOLUME OFFSET –15 to +6 (0): Preset the initial volume level of each source.
Sound Effect Settings
Setting Options and Description
SOUND RECNSTR ON/OFF: Creates realistic sound by compensating for frequencies lost in compression. Default is ON.
SPACE ENHANCE SMALL/MEDIUM/LARGE or OFF: Virtually enhances the sound space.
SND REALIZER LEVEL1/LEVEL2/LEVEL3 or OFF: Virtually makes the sound more realistic.
STAGE EQ LOW/MIDDLE/HIGH or OFF: Virtually adjust the sound position heard from the speakers.
DRIVE EQ ON/OFF: Boosts frequencies to reduce noise from outside the car. Default is ON.

How do I configure speaker sizes and crossover (X’ OVER) settings on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

Access the audio settings menu to configure the following:

Speaker Setting Options and Description
FRONT SIZE Selects according to the connected speaker size for optimum performance (e.g., 3.5″, 4″, etc.).
TWEETER SMALL/MIDDLE/LARGE or NONE: Selects according to the size range of the connected tweeter.
REAR SIZE Selects according to the connected speaker size (e.g., 3.5″, 4″, etc.) or NONE.
SUBWOOFER SIZE Selects according to the connected speaker size (e.g., 6.5″, 8″, etc.) or NONE.
X ‘ OVER Settings
TWEETER FRQ Adjusts the crossover frequency for the tweeter speaker (1KHZ to 12.5KHZ).
GAIN LEFT –8 to 0: Adjusts the output volume of the left tweeter.
GAIN RIGHT –8 to 0: Adjusts the output volume of the right tweeter.
FRONT HPF F – HPF FRQ Adjusts the crossover frequency for the front speakers (high pass filter) (30HZ to 250HZ or THROUGH).
F – HPF SLOPE –6DB/–12DB/–18DB/–24DB: Adjusts the crossover slope.
F – HPF GAIN –8 to 0: Adjusts the output volume of the selected speaker.
REAR HPF R – HPF FRQ (Refer to FRONT HPF settings).
R – HPF SLOPE (Refer to FRONT HPF settings).
R – HPF GAIN (Refer to FRONT HPF settings).
SUBWOOFER LPF SW LPF FRQ Adjusts the crossover frequency for the subwoofer (low pass filter) (30HZ to 250HZ or THROUGH).
SW LPF SLOPE –6DB/–12DB/–18DB/–24DB: Adjusts the crossover slope.
SW LPF PHASE REVERSE (180°)/NORMAL (0°): Selects the phase of the subwoofer output.
SW LPF GAIN –8 to 0: Adjusts the output volume of the subwoofer.

How do I use the Digital Time Alignment settings on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

Digital Time Alignment sets the delay time of the speaker output to create a more suitable environment for your vehicle. Access these settings through the Audio menu.

Setting Options and Description
DTA SETTINGS
POSITION Selects your listening position (reference point). Options: ALL, FRONT RIGHT, FRONT LEFT, FRONT ALL.
DISTANCE 0FT to 20.01FT: Fine adjust the distance to compensate for each speaker.
GAIN –8DB to 0DB: Fine adjust the output volume of the selected speaker.
DTA RESET YES: Resets the [DISTANCE] and [GAIN] settings of the selected [POSITION] to default.
NO: Cancels.
CAR SETTINGS
CAR TYPE COMPACT/FULL SIZE CAR/WAGON/MINIVAN/SUV/MINIVAN(LONG) or OFF: Selects the type of vehicle.
R-SP LOCATION Selects the location of the rear speakers (DOOR/REAR DECK, 2ND ROW/3RD ROW).

How do I adjust the display settings on my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U?

Set the dimmer:

Press and hold DISP (DIMMER) to turn on or off the dimmer.

Other settings:

1. Press the volume knob to enter [FUNCTION].

2. Turn the volume knob to select an item from the table below, then press the knob.

3. Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated.

4. Press and hold the back button to exit.

Setting Description
COLOR SELECT Select color for ALL ZONE, ZONE 1 and ZONE 2 separately. You can select INITIAL COLOR, VARIABLE SCAN, CUSTOM R/G/B, or preset colors.
DIMMER ON: Dimmer is turned on.
OFF: Cancels. (Default)
DIMMER TIME: Set the dimmer on and off time.
BRIGHTNESS 1. Select a zone.
2. Select your preferred brightness level (0 to 31).
TEXT SCROLL AUTO/ONCE/OFF: Select whether to scroll the display information automatically, or scroll only once. Default is AUTO.

What should I do if my KENWOOD KDC-BT272U is not working correctly?

Here are some common issues and their solutions for your KENWOOD KDC-BT272U:

Symptom Remedy
General
Sound cannot be heard. Adjust the volume to the optimum level. Check the cords and connections.
“MISWIRING CHECK WIRING THEN PWR ON” appears. Turn the power off, then check to be sure the terminals of the speaker wires are insulated properly. Turn the power on again.
“PROTECTING SEND SERVICE” appears. Send the unit to the nearest service center.
The unit does not work at all. Reset the unit.
Radio
Radio reception is poor. Static noise while listening to the radio. Connect the antenna firmly.
CD/USB/iPod
Disc cannot be ejected. Press and hold the eject button to forcibly eject the disc. If this does not solve the problem, reset the unit.
Noise is generated. Skip to another track or change the disc.
Tracks do not play back as you intended them to play. Playback order is determined when files are recorded.
“READING” keeps flashing. Do not use too many hierarchical levels or folders.
Correct characters are not displayed (e.g. album name). This unit can only display uppercase letters, numbers, and a limited number of symbols.
“NA FILE” Make sure the disc contains supported audio files.
“NO DISC” Insert a playable disc into the loading slot.
“TOC ERROR” Make sure the disc is clean and inserted properly.
“PLEASE EJECT” Reset the unit. If this does not solve the problem, consult your nearest service center.
“NO DEVICE” Connect a USB device, and change the source to USB again.
“UNSUPPORTED DEVICE” Check whether the connected device is compatible with this unit and ensure the file systems are in supported formats. Reattach the device.
“iPod ERROR” Reconnect the iPod. Reset the iPod.
ANDROID
Cannot playback at [BROWSE MODE]. Make sure KENWOOD MUSIC PLAY APP is installed on the Android device. Reconnect the Android device and select the appropriate control mode.
“NO DEVICE” or “READING” keeps flashing. Switch off the developer options on the Android device. Reconnect the Android device.
Pandora
“ADD ERROR” New station creation is unsuccessful.
“CHECK DEVICE” Check the Pandora application on your device.
Bluetooth®
No Bluetooth device is detected. Search from the Bluetooth device again. Reset the unit.
Bluetooth pairing cannot be made. Make sure you have entered the same PIN code to both the unit and Bluetooth device. Delete pairing information from both the unit and the Bluetooth device, then perform pairing again.
Phone sound quality is poor. Reduce the distance between the unit and the Bluetooth device. Move the car to a place where you can get a better signal reception.
Voice calling method is not successful. Use voice calling method in a more quiet environment. Reduce the distance from the microphone when you speak the name.

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