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KDC-BT42U
CD/USB/iPod-Receiver with Bluetooth module built-in.
You've got connections.
Both Apple iPod/iPhone and AndroidTM devices are catered for via its front mounted full speed USB input (Free AndroidTM Kenwood Music Control App required). Charging of USB connected devices is helped by the high 1amp maximum output. Mobile MP3 players can also be connected via an illuminated front audio input socket (AUX). A cool blue display gives easy visibility even in sunny conditions. And a high power 4x50watt built-in power amplifier will fill your car with high quality sound from any source.
Additional Information:
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Compatibility:
Bluetooth:
Through this link you are able to check if your mobile phone is compatible with our system.
iPod / iPhone
On this page you can verify if your iPod / iPhone is compatible with our Multimedia system and give you an advise of witch accessory to use.
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Installation options:
Steering Wheel Remote Control:
We now offer you the opportunity to control your Kenwood head unit using the factory-installed remote controls mounted on the steering wheel of your car.
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Android:
Editing the songs stored in your Android™ smartphone using KENWOOD Music Control allows you to control playback of those songs conveniently and comfortably. More Information.
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Up 2 Date:
Kenwood is continuously improving its products. The following page lists all updates available for your device.
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Specifications for audio, video en picture files:
Here you can find all detailed technical information.
Key Features
| 14 SEG, 13 Digit FL display |
| BT built-in (HFP & A2DP) |
| Rear wired microphone (Switchable) |
| Front AUX & USB terminal |
| iPod direct control with optional KCA-iP102 |
| 4 x 50W max output power |
| 1 RCA (2,5V) |
| OEM wired remote control terminal |
| Preset EQ, BassBoost, LPF |
General Features
| DIN Size | 1 DIN |
| Detachable Faceplate | Yes |
| Protection Case For Faceplate | Yes |
| Faceplate Mechanism | Full Detachable Faceplate |
| Rotary Encoder & Control Knob | Yes |
| Music Search function | Yes |
| Accent key | telephone |
| Attenuator with Smooth Volume Return | Yes |
| Optional IR remote controller | Yes |
| Digital Clock (24H) | Yes |
| All-off Select (20/40/60 minutes) | Yes |
| Built-in Connector | Molex 16 pin |
| ISO connector | Yes |
| Bluetooth unit built-in | Yes |
| USB interface x 1 | Yes |
Display Features
| Display Type | Flourescent (FL) Tube Display |
| Display Layout | 14 segments x 13 Characters |
| Display Illumination | Flouricent (FL) |
| Dimmer Control | 2 steps - Manual |
| Demo Mode | Yes |
| Special Character Display | Russian Characters |
Cosmetics features
| Front/edge | Piano black |
| Dress plate | Piano Black |
| Preset key finish | Piano Black |
| Escutcheon finish | Piano Black |
| Volume & operation knob or wheel | Chrome Plated |
| Volume & operation knob illumination | Blue |
| Triangle Illumination | Red |
| Front terminals illumination | Blue |
| Key illumination | Blue |
Tuner Features
| PACS - clean reception tuner | Yes |
| FM Reception | Yes |
| FM Stereo / Mono Selector | Yes |
| AM (MW/LW) Reception | Yes |
| Tuning mode | |
| Up/Down Seek/Scan | Yes |
| Presets | 24 Presets (18FM / 3LW / 3MW) |
| Mixed preset memory (FM & AM) | 6 presets |
| Automatic Memory Entry (AME) | Yes |
| Radio Data System | Yes |
| Radio Text | Yes |
| Traffic Information | Yes |
| Enhanced Other Networks Function (EON) | Yes |
| Program Type Function (PTY) | Yes |
CD Features
| CD-R/RW Compatible | Yes |
| MP3, WMA & AAC playback | Yes |
| CD Text Support | Yes |
| CD Text with special Character Support | Yes, Russian |
| Supreme | Yes |
| D.A.C. processing | 24 bit |
| Random Function | |
| Repeat Function | |
| Scan Function | |
| Compatible with Kenwood Music Editor Lite | Yes |
USB Features
| USB terminal | Yes, Front side |
| USB Type | USB1.1 / USB 2.0 |
| MP3, WMA & AAC playback | Yes |
| Repeat/Scan/Random search | Yes |
iPhone Features
| Made for iPod & iPhone * | Yes |
| USB Direct Control | with optiona cable KCA-iP102 |
| Music playback | Yes |
| Music library search | Yes |
| Alphabet search | Yes |
| Skip search | Yes |
| App & iPod control mode | Yes |
| Reverse browsing | Yes |
| Works with iPod Classic * | 80G, 120G & 160G |
| Works with iPod Video * | 5th/6th generation |
| Works with iPod Touch * | 1st/2nd generation |
| Works with iPod Nano * | 1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th Gen |
| Works with iPhone * | |
| Battery charge + power control | Yes |
| 1A current capability | Yes |
| * Always update to latest Apple firmware |
Audio Features
| Maximum Output Power | 50W x 4 |
| MOSFET Power IC | Yes |
| Auxiliary input | Front Mini-jack |
| Pre-out | 1 RCA |
| Pre-out Output Level | 2.5V |
| Preout Rear / Subwoofer Switchable | Yes |
| Subwoofer Reference Level Adj. | Yes |
| Source Tone Control & Memory | Bass / Mid / Treble |
| Balance/Fader/Loudness Control | Yes |
| Balance/Fader Control | Yes |
| Bass Boost Circuit | |
| Att.(-20dB) with smooth Volume Return | Yes |
| Preset EQ | Yes |
| Low-pass Filter | Yes |
Bluetooth General Features
| Telechip Module built-in | Yes |
| Hands Free Profile (HPF) | |
| Audio Streaming (A2DP) | Yes |
| Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP) | Yes |
| Object Push Profile (OPP) | Yes |
| Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | Yes |
| Easy pairing function | Yes |
| Easy pairing A2DP device | Yes, 1 device |
| Easy pairing HFP device | Yes, 2 devices |
| Number of Phonebooks | 5 Devices x 1000 |
| Phone device status display | Yes |
| Audio device status display | Yes |
| Signal strength display | Yes |
| Remaining battery display | Yes |
| Bluetooth phones to register | 5 |
| Compatibility check mode | Yes |
| High-quality noise canceling microphone | Front Built-in & switchable |
| Bluetooth firmware upgradeable | Yes |
| * depends on phone model/make |
Connectivity
Tuner Specifications
| FM Frequency range (50kHz step) | 87.5MHz ~ 108MHz |
| FM Usable Sensitivity | 1μV/75ohm (S/N 26dBf) |
| FM Quieting Sensitivity | 2.5μV/75ohm (S/N 46dBf) |
| FM Frequency Response | 30Hz ~ 15kHz (± 3dB) |
| FM Signal to noise ratio (Mono) | 63dB |
| FM Stereo Separation (1kHz) | 40dB |
| MW Frequency Range | 531kHz ~ 1611kHz (9kHz step) |
| MW Frequency step | 9kHz |
| MW Usable Sensitivity | 36μV |
| LW Frequency Range | 153kHz ~ 279kHz (9kHz step) |
| LW Usable Sensitivity | 57μV |
CD Specifications
| Laser Diode | GaAIAs |
| Digital Filter(D/A) | 8 Times Over Sampling |
| Digital/Analogue Converter | 24 Bit |
| Spindle Speed | 500 ~ 200rpm (CLV: 1 times) |
| Wow & Flutter | below measurable limit |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz ~ 20kHz (±1dB) |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.01% (1kHz) |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 105dB (1kHz) |
| Dynamic Range | 93dB |
| MP3 Decoder | Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer |
| WMA Decoder | Compliant with Windows Media Audio |
| AAC Decoder | AAC-LC".m4a" Files |
USB Specifications
| USB Version compatibility | 1.1 / 2.0 |
| File System | FAT 16/32 |
| Maximum Supply current | 1000mA |
| D/A Converter | 24 bit |
| MP3 Decode | Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 |
| WMA Decode | Compliant with Windows Media Audio |
| AAC Decode | AAC-LC ".m4a" files |
Audio Specifications
| Maximum Power | 50 W x 4 |
| Output Power (DIN45324,+B=14.4v) | 30 W x 4 |
| Preout Level | 2500 mV / 10 kOhm, |
| Preout Impedance | ≤ 600 Ohm |
| Speaker Impedance | 4 Ohm ~ 8 Ohm |
| AUX Frequency Response | 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz (±1dB) |
| AUX Maximum Input Voltage | 1200 mV |
| AUX Input Impedance | 10 kOhm |
| Bass Tone Control | 100 Hz ±8 dB |
| Middle Tone Control | 1 kHz ±8 dB |
| Treble Tone Control | 12.5 kHz ±8 dB |
Bluetooth specifications
| Technology | bluetooth 2.1 + EDR certified |
| Frequency | 2.402 - 2.48 GHz |
| Output power | +4dBm(max), 0dBm (AVE) power class 2 |
| Maximum range | Line of sight approx. 10 meter |
| Handsfree profile (HFP) | Yes |
| Headset profile (HSP) | Yes |
| Advanced audio distribution profile (A2DP) | Yes |
| Audio/Video remote control profile (AVRCP) | Yes |
| Object push profile (OPP) | Yes |
General Specifications
| Operating voltage | 14.4V (10.5 ~ 16V Allowable) |
| Maximum Current Consumption | 10A |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 182 x 53 x 160mm |
| Weight | 1300 gr. |
| Instruction Manuals | ENG/FRE/GER/DUT/ITA/SPA/POR/RUS/UKR |