Kenwood KDC-MP528 CD Player - Answered Questions & Fixed issues
"Mystery" indicator and no audio
The problem with the audio must be a problem with how the speakers are connected. You do not need to turn on the internal amplifier in this radio, it is always on. You said you connected the four speaker wires to the two speakers. You may have used the wrong wires. The front speaker wires from the radio are the white, white with black stripe for one speaker and the grey, grey with black stripe for the other front speaker. make sure each speaker you are connecting has the matching colors from the radio connected to it. meaning that one speaker will have a white wire and a white with black stripe wire, the other speaker will have the grey wire and the grey with black stripe wire. The purple and green wires should be seperated and insulated off from each other so that nothing can touch them that has any conductive surface.
The red led indicator is just for knowing that the radio is on. No other function for that. The muting for these is called "ATT" for attenuation and is located in the top left of the face.
make sure your speakers (terminals only) are not grounded to the chassis of the car, this can blow up the internal amplifier of the radio and this can result in no sound. If you can measure the voltage of the speaker wires coming out of the radio, they should measure at about 6 to 7 volts. If any one of the 8 speaker wires is not at that level, you have a blown amplifier IC in the radio. They all should measure the same give or take a few millivolts, if not the amp is bad.
Let me know if this help you at all. and a good rating would be appreciated for this free help.
Thanks,
Dave
6/13/2013 9:37:19 PM •
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Locked kenwood deck
Common Kenwood Security Codes
Many Kenwood radios are configured with the same security codes:
KCAR - This seems to be a "backdoor" to some Kenwood models.
3051 - This is the security code which is printed in the manual of many Kenwood models.
1234 - This is a security code commonly chosen by Kenwood owners.
Entering Your Kenwood Security Code
If the car battery fails or is disconnected, the Kenwood will ask for the security code.
The
procedure to enter your security code differs on various models of
Kenwood car stereos. Here are three of the more common procedures:
Type 1
During
the code request mode, while holding the DISP key depressed, press and
hold the Volume UP or DOWN key for 3 seconds until the "..." display
disappears.
Enter the security code using your Kenwood remote.
Type 2
Press the "Auto" button and "Track up" on the face of radio at the same time until the four dash lines disappear.
Enter the security code using your Kenwood remote.
Type 3: Model# DPX-4020 and DPX-4030
Press and hold the 1 then the 6 preset keys until the display shows the letter 'C'.
Enter the security code using your Kenwood remote.
Entering Letters on your Kenwood Remote
To
enter a letter using your Kenwood remote, press a button once for the
first letter, twice for the second letter, and three times for the
third letter -- then press the Track Up or Next Track key to send the
letter.
To send the letter 'A', press the 2 key once and then
press the Track Up key. To send the letter 'B', press the 2 key twice
and then press the Track up key.
Finally, when you are done entering all of the letters, press and hold the Track Up button for 3 seconds.
The key sequence to enter the security code KCAR is:
5
5
Track Up
2
2
2
Track Up
2
Track Up
7
7
Track Up
Your Kenwood should then enter tuner mode.
A Security Code Bug in some Kenwoods
There
is a reported bug in the security code handling of some Kenwood
stereos. In models with thie bug, the security code is stored
incorrectly. The workaround is to enter the wrong security code.
In
models with this bug, you have to decrement the third character of the
security code by one. If your security code was 1111, you would enter
your security code as 1101. If your security code was 9999, you would
enter 9989.
3/6/2012 7:24:37 PM •
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How do you put the kdc-mp528 on aux
There is a setting to called `Aux On' and 'Aux Off' on
User Manual (page 27). Its possible that your having as "set off".Hope this helps (dont forgetted to rate this free answer and leave some comments).
9/27/2011 9:38:56 PM •
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KDC-Mp528 problem
The settings changed because when the battery died it was like resetting the unit. It seems that the problem is with the radio, not the car. Read over your owners manual to see if there are any setting you need to put back in. I can't remember off the top of my head what those settings would be. You can always push the reset button again and see if it clears up your problem, but you would also be clearing out all the previous settings. Sometimes you must have a device connected to the aux input for the radio to detect that there is something on it. Again, checking in your owners manual will tell you if there is anything you must do. Most problems of this nature will require a professional technician to figure out. I could do it myself if I had your radio on my test bench, but that is a little out of the question since I live in the US, and you are in Canada.
The reset button is the very small button that can only be pressed with the tip of an ink pen or something that small. It is on the display just right of the "6" preset button. If you have a security code on the radio, you will need it to turn the radio back on again. I can tell you how to clear the code if you need it, so don't reset the unit until I tell you how to clear the code. You don't want to go without any sounds at all.
If your car is not outputting the proper voltage from the alternator it could be causing the radio to not function properly, so check to make sure you have about 14 volts with the car running.
Most likely it is a problem with the radio, maybe the microprocessor.
Hope this helps,
Dave
8/10/2011 11:01:06 PM •
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Downloaded manual for Kenwood KDC-MP528,
Try putting the radio in standby mode and then hold the menu button in for a few seconds. Once you enter the menu, use the am or fm buttons to scroll through the menu. Then hold the seek up or seek down for a few seconds until the clock flashes, You should then be able to use the am/fm buttons and seek up and down buttons to set the hours and minutes. Once you have the time set, press the menu button again.
8/3/2011 4:43:20 PM •
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Got a Kenwood kdc-mp528 ,
Go to the stand by screen an hood the menu button down( second button from the left on the bottom) use the seek toggle on the right to go thru the options(up and down). When u get to the aux hit right or left on the toggle to turn it on.
7/12/2011 1:28:37 AM •
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Kenwood kdc-mp528
You must have the remote to clear the security code. It will not work by using the keys on the display. here is the method of clearing the code.
1. When you are requested to enter the security code, while
pressing down on [AUTO] key, use a long-press on "track forward >>I" key
for 3 seconds. (----disappears.)
2. Using the remote controller, input “KCAR.”
Press remote controller [5] key 2 times and then press "track forward >>I" key. (Input for “K.”)
Press remote controller [2] key 3 times and then press "track forward >>I" key. (Input for “C.”)
Press remote controller [2] key once and then press "track forward >>I" key. (Input for “A.”)
Press remote controller [7] key 2 times and then press "track forward >>I" key. (Input for “R.”)
3. The security is released and the unit enters the STANDBY
sourcing mode.
4. If a wrong code is input, the unit goes into the Code Request
mode.
If you do not have a remote, you can take it to an authorized kenwood service center and they can do it for a small fee. My shop charges $25. Or you can order a remote from them and do it yourself, or borrow a remote from a friend who has a recent Kenwood model radio, they all work with it if the radio is new in the last 5 years or so.
Since this will clear the code if done properly, a rating of "FixYa" would be appreciated.
Thanks and let me know if you need any more help.
Dave
5/29/2011 8:02:24 PM •
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I bought a used car. It had a Kenwood KDC-MP528
contact the dealer that sold you the stereo and ask them to give you the code. it is likely they will need more information on the stereo itself, tho as they sold it to you they should have the serial number in their records. i do have some decoders but nothing for kenwoods although the brand of car would be helpful if the dealer won't help.
3/27/2011 10:01:58 AM •
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Where to insert the aux
Its going to be in the rear of the radio RED/WHITE RCA should say aux input. you will need a RCA to 3.5mini cable
2/17/2011 10:18:45 PM •
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HOW DO I RESET THE SECURITY CODE ON THIS RADIO
You will need to visit an Authorized Dealer or service center for that product to get the unlock code reset. You can find a dealer listing on their website, or call them.
2/4/2011 7:44:14 AM •
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I dont remember my code to my kenwood raidio
CODES CAN ONLY BE FOUND BY KENWOOD.YOU NEED MODEL NO.AND ID NO.FROM CASING ON HEAD UNIT.ITS ON A STICKER,IF YOU THINK THAT THIS HEAD UNIT IS BEEN STOLEN AT ANY TIME IN ITS LIFE AND IT HAS BEEN REPORTED KENWOOD WILL KNOW IT.BEST BUY WILL FIND IT FOR A PRICE,THERE GOING TO USE THE SAME WAY I EXPLAINED.GOOD LUCK BEST HAVE GOOD BATTERY IN YOUR CAR,OR IT WILL KEEP HAPPENING.HOPE I COULD HELP.
12/22/2010 10:10:42 PM •
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How do i get a
Hi,
You can download and print the instruction manual in PDF format by clicking this
link. Adobe PDF Reader is required to view this manual.
Download Adobe Reader Hope this helps. Kindly let me know if you have any difficulty in downloading the manual.
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12/9/2010 4:19:01 AM •
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We dont know code of
Hi,
You need the remote to try this procedure.
KENWOOD KDC SECURITY CODE CLEAR procedure
Your code number is 5227 (KCAR)
* Press numeric key "5" ( 2 times ) and press the Track UP/Next Track key
* Press numeric key "2" ( 3 times ) and press the Track UP/Next Track key
* Press numeric key "2" ( 1 time ) and press the Track UP/Next Track key
* Press numeric key "7" ( 2 times ) and press the Track UP/Next Track key
Your radio will require one of the following procedures.
Type 1
During
the code request mode, while holding the DISP key depressed, press and
hold the Volume UP or DOWN key for 3 seconds (so that "..." disappears).
Then using your remote enter your code.
Type 2
Press the "Auto" button and "Track up" on face of radio at the same time. The four dash lines ( . . . . ) should "disappear".
Then using your remote enter your code.
Type 3
Model# DPX-4020 and DPX-4030
Press
and hold the 1 then the 6 preset key (preset keys are the buttons on
face of radio for storing you "favorite" radio stations
). "C" should display.
Then using your remote, enter your code.
Enter your number from the remote control unit.
* Press numeric key "5" ( 2 times ) and press the Track UP/Next Track key
* Press numeric key "2" ( 3 times ) and press the Track UP/Next Track key
* Press numeric key "2" ( 1 time ) and press the Track UP/Next Track key
* Press numeric key "7" ( 2 times ) and press the Track UP/Next Track key
The security is canceled and the set enters the TUNER mode!
Also on completion of the code reset procedure , hold the track up button down for 3 seconds.
If this doesn't work, then you'll need to contact Kenwood with the receipt.
Let me know,if needed further assistance.
Hope i helped you.
Thanks for using ' Fixya ' and have a nice day!!
11/23/2010 4:33:43 AM •
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I have no display on
Use a small pick tool (like dentists use) to reshape those brass connectors on the back of the face plate. If this model has a ribbon instead of brass connectors it's junk. Make sure where the connectors meet the head unit is clean.
9/29/2010 5:18:21 PM •
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How do I adjust the
Manual Clock Adjustment
1 Select Clock Adjustment mode
Push the Control knob to [FM] or [AM].
Select the "CLK ADJ" display.
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 or >>
4 Exit Clock adjustment mode
Press the [MENU] button.
Try to use the knob to select the clock display, and or by other means. If that doesn't work you can always get back in to the menu. Play with it till you figure it out.
9/20/2010 5:30:07 AM •
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Why won't my amps work for the cd player but will
You have used the wrong remote wire to signal your amplifier.
swap the blue's around.
You are using the Power Antenna remote - which drops out if another source besides TUNER is selected - so the power antenna goes down.
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9/1/2010 11:50:23 PM •
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