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KDC-W9537U

KDC-W9537U

WAV/AAC/WMA/MP3/CD-Receiver with Changer Control and USB Interface

KDC-W9537U features a brand new Digital-Audio-Platform, an innovative platform that improves dynamic range and controls noise levels. The DAP model is also capable of ripping from CDDA to WMA format or copying USB data to its built-in 512MB flash memory. To top it off, it incorporates SRS WOW HD for greater sound quality, while the 4,096 OEL display provides rich, vivid colour reproduction
  • Detachable Faceplate
  • IR remote controller included

Key Features

Full Motorized Slide-Down Mechanism TDF
50w x 4, Max Output Power
Mini-jack AUX input, 3 goldplated RCA preouts
USB interface port
WAV/MP3/WMA/AAC Decoder Built-in
iPod Direct & Bluetooth Ready
OEL display (customizable)
Digital DSP Built-in
Rotary Encoder & Multi Control Wheel for Easy Operation
CD Ripping function with 512Mb internal memory

General Features

DIN Size1 DIN
Detachable FaceplateYes
Protection Case For FaceplateYes, Soft Case
Faceplate MechanismFully Motorized Slide-Down
Angle Adjustment3 steps
Disabled System Indicator (DSI)Yes
Security Code FunctionYes
Rotary Encoder & Control KnobYes
Operation mode4-Directions + Push + Rotary
Multi control wheelYes
Installer MemoryYes
User MemoryYes
Back-up Memory
Attenuator with Smooth Volume ReturnYes
Touch Sensor ToneYes
IR remote controller includedRC-547
Digital Clock (24H)Yes
All-off Select (20/40/60 minutes)Yes
Built-in ConnectorMolex 16 pin
ISO connectorYes, Molex to ISO cable

Display Features

Display TypeMulticolour(4,096colours) OEL(Organic Electro-Luminescence) Display
Display LayoutFull Dot (256x64dot)
Spectrum Analyzer
Dimmer Control2 steps - Automatic
Display Off ModeYes
Demo ModeYes
Special Character DisplayNo
Display CustomizeYes

Cosmetics features

Front/edgePiano black
Dress plateTin Cobalt Plated
Escutcheon finishPiano Black
Volume & operation knob or wheelChrome Plated
Volume & operation knob illuminationBlue
Triangle IlluminationRed
Key illuminationBlue


CD Features

CD-R/RW CompatibleYes
CD Text SupportYes
CD Text with special Character SupportNo
SupremeYes
D.A.C. processing24 bit (Wolfson)
Random Function
Repeat Function
Scan Function

USB Features

USB terminalYes, Rear
USB TypeUSB1.1 / USB 2.0

iPhone Features

Music playbackYes
Music library searchYes
Battery charge + power controlYes
* Always update to latest Apple firmware

External Media Control Features

Dual Changer Control (CH1, CH2 & AUX)Yes
CD Text Ready with Compatible KENWOOD UnitsYes
Disc & Track RepeatYes
Disc & Track ScanYes
Disc & Track Random PlayYes
Disc Name Preset Play (DNPS)Yes
iPod Control with KCA-iP500Yes

Audio Features

Maximum Output Power50W x 4
MOSFET Power ICYes
Auxiliary inputYes, Rear
Auxiliary TypeMini-jack
Pre-out3 Gold plated RCA
Pre-out Output Level5V
Subwoofer Reference Level Adj.Yes
Built-In Amplifier Cut-OffYes
Dual-Zone Source & Volume ControlYes
Dual-Zone (FRONT / REAR Switchable)Yes
Source Tone Control & MemoryBass / Mid / Treble
Balance/Fader/Loudness ControlYes
Bass Boost Circuit
Att.(-20dB) with smooth Volume ReturnYes
System Q_EX (Preset & Manual Sound Control)Yes

DSP-Features

Parametric Equalizer - 4 BandsYes
Sound Management SystemYes
SRS WOW Digital (SRS 3D/TrBass/Focus)Yes
SRS WOW HDDigitalYes
ODD (Offset Dual Differential) D/A SystemYes
Digital System E's+Yes


Tuner Specifications

FM Frequency Range87.5MHz ~ 108MHz
FM Frequency Step50kHz
FM Usable Sensitivity0.7μV/75ohm (S/N 26dBf)
FM Quieting Sensitivity1.6μV/75ohm (S/N 46dBf)
FM Frequency Response30Hz ~ 15kHz (± 3dB)
FM Selectivity(DIN)over 80dB (±400kHz)
FM Stereo Separation (1kHz)35dB
MW Frequency Range531kHz ~ 1611kHz (9kHz step)
MW Frequency step9kHz
MW Usable Sensitivity25μV
LW Frequency Range153kHz ~ 281kHz (9kHz step)
LW Usable Sensitivity45μV

CD Specifications

Laser DiodeGaAIAs
Digital Filter(D/A)8 Times Over Sampling
Digital/Analogue Converter1 Bit
Spindle Speed500 ~ 200rpm (CLV: 1 times)
Wow & FlutterBelow Measurable Limit
Frequency Response10Hz ~ 20kHz (±1dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion0% (1kHz)
Signal to Noise Ratio0dB (1kHz)
Dynamic Range0dB
MP3 DecoderCompliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA DecoderCompliant with Windows Media Audio
AAC DecoderAAC-LC".m4a" Files
WAV DecodeLinear - PCM Files

USB Specifications

USB Version compatibility1.1 / 2.0
File SystemFAT 16/32
Maximum Supply current500mA
MP3 DecodeCompliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA DecodeCompliant with Windows Media Audio
AAC DecodeAAC-LC "m4a" Files
WAV DecodeLinear - PCM Files

Audio Specifications

Maximum Power50 W x 4
Output Power (DIN45324,+B=14.4v)30 W x 4
Preout Level2500 mV / 10 kOhm,
Preout Impedance≤ 600 Ohm
Speaker Impedance4 Ohm ~ 8 Ohm
AUX Frequency Response20 Hz ~ 20 kHz (±1dB)
AUX Maximum Input Voltage1200 mV
AUX Input Impedance100 kOhm
Bass Tone Control100 Hz ±8 dB
Middle Tone Control1 kHz ±8 dB
Treble Tone Control10 kHz ±8 dB

DSP Specifications

Parametric Equalizer - Band 160Hz ~ 200Hz
Parametric Equalizer - Band 2250Hz ~ 1kHz
Parametric Equalizer - Band 31.25kHz ~ 4kHz
Parametric Equalizer - Band 45kHz ~ 16kHz
Equalizer Gain–9db ~ +9db
Q Control0.25/ 0.50/ 1.00/ 2.00
High Pass Filter frequencyThrough/30 ~ 250 (Hz)
High Pass Filter Slope-12/-18/-24 dB/Oct
Low Pass Filter frequency30 ~ 250(Hz)/Through
Low Pass Filter Slope-12/-18/-24 dB/Oct
Time Alignment0 - 610cm(5 cm step)

General Specifications

Operating voltage14.4V (11 ~ 16V Allowable)
Maximum Current Consumption10A
Dimensions (WxHxD)182 x 53 x 155mm
Weight1650 gr.
Instruction ManualsENG/FRE/GER/DUT/ITA/SPA/POR