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iPod and iPhone Compatibility List

This site can be used to check the compatibility between KENWOOD's Receiver, and iPod interface adapter.
Select your iPod/iPhone and KENWOOD receiver. Compatibility information and the adapter model which is needed for the connection are displayed.

Select the iPod

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iPod
iPhone
iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro MAX iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro MAX iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone SE (2nd generation) iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro MAX iPhone 11 iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhone XR iPhone X iPhone 8 iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 7 iPhone 7 Plus iPhone SE iPhone 6s iPhone 6s Plus iPhone 6 iPhone 6 Plus iPhone 5s iPhone 5c iPhone 5 iPhone 4S iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G iPhone iPod touch (7th generation) iPod touch (6th generation) iPod touch (5th generation) iPod touch (4th generation) iPod touch (3rd generation) iPod touch (2nd generation) iPod touch (1st generation) iPod nano (7th generation) iPod nano (6th generation) iPod nano (5th generation) iPod nano (4th generation) iPod nano (3rd generation) iPod nano (2nd generation) iPod nano (1st generation) iPod classic iPod photo iPod (5th generation) iPod (4th generation) iPod (3rd generation) iPod mini

       : You cannot connect iPod as a source.

Check your iPod/iPhone. The connectable model depends on the generation. Check with your manufacturer for the generation of your iPod/iPhone.

iPod/iPhone may not be available in certain market.

Your iPod/iPhone


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Your KENWOOD receiver

DMX110BT

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iPod/iPhone connection

You cannot connect iPod as a source.
Connect as follows:

To listen music and watch video

KNA-13HC + KCA-iP103

KNA-13HC
KCA-iP103

・High Speed HDMI cable
・USB Direct Connection Cable for iPod (Audio)

Connect the unit and iPod /iPhone with listed KENWOOD accessory iPod cable, HDMI cable and the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter.
Do not keep the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter in the car to avoid damage by heat.

The Bluetooth settings are also necessary.

KNA-13HC

KNA-13HC

High Speed HDMI cable

Connect the unit and iPod /iPhone with listed KENWOOD HDMI cable and the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter, Lightning to USB Cable (accessory of the iPod/iPhone).
Do not keep the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter and Lightning to USB Cable (accessory of the iPod/iPhone) in the car to avoid damage by heat.

The Bluetooth settings are also necessary.

KCA-HD100 + KCA-iP103

KCA-HD100
KCA-iP103

・High Speed HDMI cable
・USB Direct Connection Cable for iPod (Audio)

Connect the unit and iPod /iPhone with listed KENWOOD accessory iPod cable, HDMI cable and the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter.
Do not keep the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter in the car to avoid damage by heat.

The Bluetooth settings are also necessary.

KCA-HD100

KCA-HD100

High Speed HDMI cable

Connect the unit and iPod /iPhone with listed KENWOOD HDMI cable and the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter, Lightning to USB Cable (accessory of the iPod/iPhone).
Do not keep the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter and Lightning to USB Cable (accessory of the iPod/iPhone) in the car to avoid damage by heat.

The Bluetooth settings are also necessary.

KCA-iP302

KCA-iP302

iPhone & iPod video/audio direct cable for KENWOOD visual model

KCA-iP212

KCA-iP212

iPhone & iPod video/audio direct cable for KENWOOD visual model

KCA-iP202

KCA-iP202

iPhone & iPod video/audio direct cable for KENWOOD visual model

KCA-iP22F

KCA-iP22F

iPhone & iPod video/audio direct cable for KENWOOD visual model

KCA-iP301V

KCA-iP301V

iPhone & iPod video/audio direct cable for KENWOOD visual model

KCA-iP240V

KCA-iP240V

iPhone & iPod video/audio direct cable for KENWOOD visual model

KCA-iP300V

KCA-iP300V

iPod video/audio direct cable for KENWOOD visual model

KNA-i909

KNA-i909

iPhone 3G/iPod video/audio interface cable for KENWOOD navigation model (japan)

To listen music

Include model

KCA-iP103

KCA-iP103

USB Direct Connection Cable for iPod (Audio)

Lightning to USB Cable

Lightning to USB Cable

Do not keep the Apple Lightning to USB Cable (accessory of the iPod/iPhone) in the car to avoid damage by heat.
Video files cannot be played back through this connection.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth

To listen to music via Bluetooth.

The Bluetooth settings are necessary for connection.

KCA-iP102

KCA-iP102

iPhone & iPod audio direct cable for KENWOOD audio model

KCA-iP101

KCA-iP101

iPhone & iPod audio direct cable for KENWOOD audio model

KCA-iP100

KCA-iP100

iPod audio direct cable for KENWOOD audio model

KCA-iP200

KCA-iP200

iPod audio direct cable for KENWOOD audio model

KCA-iP500

KCA-iP500

iPod audio interface kit


Title display possibility SW position1 SW position2
The title named with iTunes can be displayed.no Down Up DownUp

Remark


Common notes

Before connecting KCA-iP500 to KENWOOD control unit, please make sure your iPod's software is updated to the latest version which are possible to download from APPLE OFFICIAL WEBSITE.
If the software is not updated,connection problem with KCA-iP500 may happen, and the Control unit may not properly playback music files from your iPod.

Data information is dependant on the Head Unit display capability.

Depending on the connected control unit, source name may be displayed "EXT-MEDIA", "*-MEDIA" or CD Changer ("CD-CH"etc.).
Please see the manual of the control unit.

DNPS function of the control unit cannot be operated with KCA-iP500.
(Please see the manual of the control unit about the DNPS (Disc Name PreSet) function.)

After connecting your iPod to the KCA-iP500, the first track played will be the track you played last with your iPod,and "RESUMING"will be displayed while playback, since the title number and title name can not be displayed correctly.
When browsing item or title is changed, the first track selected will be automatically recongnized as track number 1,disc number1 in the Playlist,and correct title number and name will be displayed.

KNA-i990

KNA-i990

iPod video/audio interface cable for KENWOOD navigation model (japan)

KNA-i770

KNA-i770

iPod video/audio interface cable for KENWOOD navigation model (japan)

KNA-i77

KNA-i77

iPod video/audio interface cable for KENWOOD navigation model (japan)


Be sure to update the KENWOOD unit to the latest firmware. (April 5, 2010)
*See Update Guide
 

Be sure to update the KENWOOD unit to the latest firmware. (July 28, 2009)
*See Update Guide
 

Be sure to update the KENWOOD unit to the latest firmware. (December 11, 2007)
*See Update Guide
 

Please use the cable in the iPod housing base.

Plays back music files only.

iPod cannot be charged during connection.

Note: If your "USB" connected devise does not function (e.g. iPhone4, etc. ), please re-connect your "USB" device using "iPod 1 USB port".
Need help, please contact us;
For USA customer's please dial (310) 761-8802 or toll free 1-800-KENWOOD (536-9663)
For Canadian customer's please send an e-mail to techsupport@KENWOOD.ca

Connect the unit and iPod /iPhone with listed KENWOOD accessory iPod cable and the Apple Lightning - 30 pin adapter.
Do not keep the Apple Lightning - 30 pin adapter in the car to avoid damage by heat.
Video files cannot be played back through this connection.

Connect the unit and iPod /iPhone with the attached iPod cable and Apple Lightning - 30 pin adapter.
Do not keep the Apple Lightning - 30 pin adapter in the car to avoid damage by heat.
Video files cannot be played back through this connection.

Audio Signal Only.
No output for audio and video signal of video file when connecting the iPod 5th generation.

Audio/Video Signal compatible.

The cable equivalent to KCA-iP100 is included.

The cable equivalent to KCA-iP101 is included.

The cable equivalent to KCA-iP301V is included.

When the DNPS function of the center unit is operated, system will restrict title selection or other functions of the iPod for ten seconds. (Will resume in ten seconds.)

Connectivity between KCA-iP500 and "KVT" & "DDX" series video models.
When the disc is changed, "EJECT" will show up instantly.
Song file over #101 may not be displayed correctly on some of the 'KVT' & 'DDX' video models.
Link

The list of the playlist etc. cannot be correctly displayed and controlled.

The Fast Forwarding and Reviewing function does not operate.
(File search function is available.)
When KCA-iP500 is connected to KCA-S210A, no other slave unit is possible to connect.

The Browsing item selectable is only "PLAYLIST".

When switching playlist etc., disc number "7" may show up instantly.

Sound jumps during playback.

If the iOS software is upgraded to iOS 4.1, sound jumps during playback.

When the iOS 4.1 software is used, sound jumps during playback. Upgrade it to the latest version.

If the iOS software is upgraded to iOS 4.1, resume play may be disabled.

If the iOS software is upgraded to iOS 5.0, resume play may be disabled.

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Attention

Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, 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.

Apple, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, and Lightning are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod mini is a trademark of Apple Inc.


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KENWOOD Bluetooth Compatibility List

This web site provides the compatibility information of your cell-phone and the KENWOOD Bluetooth unit.

Select your KENWOOD Product and your cell-phone. The compatibility information will be displayed.

Select KENWOOD Product

Select an initial of the model name:
Select the model name:
Select the Bluetooth unit:

Supported Cell-phone Compatibility List

Brand Model OS Pairing Pick-up and hang-up a call Enable to use A2DP profile Enable to use AVRCP Target profile Phonebook Automatic Transfer
Apple iPhone 7 plus iOS 10.3.3 OK OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 7 iOS 11.2.1 OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 7 iOS 11.1.2 OK OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 7 iOS 11.1.1 OK OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 6s Plus (MKU92KH/A) iOS 11.2.1 OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 6s iOS 11.2.1 OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 6s (MKQQ2KH/A) iOS 11.1.2 OK OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 6 (MG472KH/A) iOS 11.2.1 OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 6 (MG472KH/A) iOS 10.3.3 OK OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 OK OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 5S iOS 11.2.1 OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 5 iOS 11.1.2 OK OK OK OK OK
Apple iPhone 5 iOS 10.3.3 OK OK OK OK OK
HTC HTC ONE-M8 Android 5.0.1 OK OK OK OK OK
LG LG-H990N (V20) Android 7.0 OK OK OK OK OK
Pantech Vega IM-A890S Android 4.4.2 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy A7 Android 7.0 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy NOTE3 (G9005) Android 5.0 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy NOTE5 (G9200) Android 7.0 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy Note Edge Android 6.0.1 OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy On7 Android 7.0 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy S5 (G900F) Android 4.4.2 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900K) Android 6.0.1 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy S6 Android 7.0 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy S7 Android 6.0.1 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Galaxy S7 Android 7.0 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung GT-N7100 Android 4.4.2 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Note 4 Android 6.0.1 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Note 5 (SM-N920K) Android 6.0.1 OK OK OK OK OK
Samsung Note 5 (SM-N920K) Android 7.0 OK OK OK OK OK

OK = Usable.
— = Function unavailable.


Remark

* Depending on the OS or the firmware version of the cell-phone, Bluetooth features may not work. Refer to the website or FAQ provided by the cell-phone supplier for more information.


Important Notice for Bluetooth Operations

The following is a list of things you should know including various potential issues when using Bluetooth functions. Be sure to read it.


General

Since Bluetooth is wireless communication, there may be cases where normal communication is not available depending on signal quality.

Compatibility status shown above is applicable to the unit that we have used for the test. This does not guarantee that all units of the same cell-phone model will offer the same result.

Some functions may require operations from the cell-phone. Refer to the cell-phone's instructions for details.

Model names or model numbers are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Connection with a PC is not supported.

Number of characters available for each information display depends on the KENWOOD head unit's display. All characters may not be displayed in all cases.

Depending on the setting or status of the connected cell-phone, some functions may not work properly. For example on certain cell-phones, making a call via KENWOOD head unit is possible only while the cell-phone's display is showing the standby screen.

All functions related to Bluetooth depends on the cell-phones connected with KENWOOD head unit.


Pairing

KENWOOD head unit may not be located depending on the signal condition or cell-phone setup.

While establishing Bluetooth connection with one cell-phone, pairing with another cell-phone may fail. In this case, try again after disconnecting.

The pairing and connection process depends on the cell-phone. Please check the operation of your cell-phone in advance.

Paired device name may not display properly.


Connection

Connection status displayed on the KENWOOD head unit is not necessarily identical to that of the connected cell-phone.

If the Pairing process has been completed and you are still not able to connect, please try again after disconnecting your cell-phone.


Dialing, Receiving (HFP)

Noise or loud echo may occur during a voice call.

KENWOOD head unit and cell-phone may not always match up properly (e.g. cell-phone doesn't cut the line even if the KENWOOD head unit ends the display of call function, etc.).

On certain cell-phones, the other party's phone number and name may not be displayed properly at call reception, while talking, or while talking to a call-waiting caller.

Some cell-phones can not reject an incoming call because the cell-phone does not support the function.

During a hands-free call, if a cellphone supports “HPF Remote Audio Volume Control”, the unit’s audio volume can be controlled from the cellphone. However it may not work correctly depending on types of phones.


Ring Tone in Phone

The Ring Tone that is played depends on the cell-phone.


Voice Dialing

There may be cases where voices cannot be recognized easily or operation is not stable depending on the cell-phone model or environment in a car. If it is difficult to recognize your voice keyword, you can control microphone input level or noise/echo cancel setting on the receiver to improve.

On certain cell-phones, the status of Voice Recognition between KENWOOD head unit and cell-phone may not always match up properly.


Phonebook Function

On certain cell-phones, Phonebook and Call History may not be identical between those of KENWOOD head unit and cell-phone.

On certain cell-phone, call history may not be arranged in chronological order. In addition, type(Incoming, Outgoing, Missed) may not be displayed.

Text characters of phone numbers that can be recognized on KENWOOD head unit are numerals 0 to 9, + (plus), *(asterisk), and # (pound) signs. Unrecognizable characters will be skipped; make sure the correct number has been displayed before making a call from the phonebook.

Phonebook and Call History in your using SIM card can not be accessed from KENWOOD head unit.

Even if your cell-phone supports PBAP, it may be not available to access the phonebook/call history data memorized in your cell-phone depending on your cell-phone's specification. And, after HFP connection is established between KENWOOD head unit and your cell-phone, it needs some time to be available to browse the phonebook/call history data on KENWOOD head unit automatically depending on your cell-phone and the number of phonebook/call history.

The indication update speed of the phonebook completely depends on your using cell-phone.

International call may not be done from phonebook/call history of KENWOOD head unit.


Audio (A2DP, AVRCP)

Sound may be interrupted or playback speed may vary. For example, during music streaming, the sound may be interrupted while HFP is connecting/disconnecting.

Some cell-phones compatible with HFP only may stream music data. In this case sound quality is low.

Some cell-phones may stream the key operation sound via HFP. In this case, this sound may interrupts music streaming.

When starting and ending the call, music or noise may be heard for a moment if music streaming is being done in the background.

During music streaming, the Key/Play Mode Controls or Displays related to AVRCP may not function as they should depending on the device or Music Player application.

During Bluetooth audio playback, when the sound is interrupted by a call reception, call making, or voice recognition operation, playback may not resume automatically even after interruption ends.

There may be cases where sound cannot be played from the KENWOOD head unit even though the music is being played back on the cell-phone.

To prevent distortion or static noise, adjust the volume level on the wirelessly connected device before use.

When the unit plays audio over A2DP, if a cellphone supports “AVRCP Audio Absolute Volume”, the unit’s audio volume can be controlled from the cellphone. However it may not work correctly depending on types of phones.

Whether “Tag Browsing” works or not depends on types of cellphones. The displayed order and line of texts may not be same as those of a cellphone. And there is a case where a cellphone phone may not work as you intended.

Audio File Specification

About AAC, MP3 and WMA

The playable AAC/MP3/WMA file (hereafter called Audio file) and the media format has the following limitation. The Audio file, which is not conforming to the specification, may not play normally, or the file and folder names may not display correctly.

Playable Audio file

MP3 Extension .mp3
Format MPEG 1/2 Audio Layer 3 file
Transfer bit rate 16-320 kbps / Variable Bit Rate
Sampling frequency 16/ 22.05/ 24/ 32/ 44.1/ 48 kHz
ID3 Tag (Ver.1) Ver1.0/ 1.1 (Title/ Artist/ Album)
ID3 Tag (Ver.2) Ver2.2/ 2.3/ 2.4 (Title/ Artist/ Album)
WMA Extension .wma
Format The file in accordance with Windows Media Audio
WMA7, WMA8, WMA9
Transfer bit rate 16-320 kbps / Variable Bit Rate
Sampling frequency 16/ 22.05/ 24/ 32/ 44.1/ 48 kHz
DRM file
Professional
Lossless
WMA Tag (Content Description) (Title/ Artist/ Album)
AAC-LC Extension .m4a
Format AAC LC (2ch)
Transfer bit rate 16-320 kbps
Sampling frequency 16/ 22.05/ 24/ 32/ 44.1/ 48 kHz
DRM file
Channel Stereo/Monaural
iTunes m4a Meta-data (Song Info.) (Title/ Artist/ Album)

Do not attach the extensions to files other than the Audio file. If the extension is attached, the file, which is not the Audio file, will play and outputs a loud noise, causing damage to the speaker.

The files with copy protection cannot be played.

Audio files cannot be played depending on the encoding software setting, USB device type, and/or recording conditions.

The unit may not be compatible with upgrade of compression format standard and additional specifications.

There are times when play time is not displayed correctly depending on the Audio file recording conditions.

Sound of WAVE file may be interrupted depending on the performance of the recording media.

Playable storage media file system

USB device File system (Windows) *1 FAT16
FAT32
File system (Macintosh)
File system (UNIX)

*1 Multi Partition : Not compatible (Some USB devices may have multiple partitions that will be invisible on Windows OS.)

Limitation of structure for the file and the folder

USB device Maximum number of folder layers 8
Maximum number of folders (per device) 320
Maximum number of files (per device) 9999

It may take time to start playing depending on the recording conditions such as file hierarchy and folder structure.

This includes the Root folder (the folder in the top level). The number of folders shown on your PC is less than it by 1.

The maximum number of characters for display

File/Folder name 24 characters
MP3 ID3 Tag 30 characters

Number of characters is based on byte unit.

File/Folder name is the number of the characters including the extensions.

This unit can display the following versions of MP3 ID3 tag: version 1.0/ 1.1/ 2.2/ 2.3/ 2.4.

AAC ID3 Tag cannot be displayed.

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Video File Specification

Acceptable video files

MPEG-1 Extension .mpg, .mpeg
Format MPEG-1
Picture size 320 × 240، 320 × 288
Audio format MPEG Audio Layer 2
MPEG-2 Extension .mpg, .mpeg
Format MPEG-2
Picture size 720 × 480, 720 × 576
Audio format MPEG Audio Layer 2
MPEG-4 Extension .mp4, .avi, .mov
Format MPEG-4
Picture size 720 × 480, 720 × 576
Audio format AAC-LC, MP3

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About USB device

Notes on Use of the USB device

This unit can play audio files stored in the flash memory and digital audio player that have a USB port (these devices are referred to as USB devices in this document).
The following restrictions are placed on the types and usage of available USB devices:

Available USB Devices

USB standard USB 1.1/ USB 2.0
USB class Mass storage class (MSC device)
Current supply Max. 1 A (iPod/iPhone) / Max. 500 mA (USB)

USB Mass Storage Class:
USB devices that the PC can recognize as an external storage without using any special driver or application software.

Contact the sales agent as to whether your USB device conforms to the USB mass storage class specs.

Using an unsupported USB device can result in abnormal playback or display of the audio/video file.
Even if you use the USB device conforming to the above specs, audio/video files cannot be played normally depending on the type or condition of the USB device.

Some of the functions is are limited with a certain USB device.

Normal operation and power supply is not guaranteed against every USB devices.

About the Connection of the USB device

Normal playback is not guaranteed when a cable other than the USB compatible cable is used. Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5 m can result in abnormal playback.

You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub.

Install the USB device in the place where it will not prevent you from driving your vehicle properly.

Do not leave the USB device in the vehicle for a long time. It can deform or damage due to direct sunlight, high temperature, etc.

Take backups of the audio/video files used with this unit. The files can be erased depending on the operating conditions of the USB device.
We shall have no compensation for any damage arising out of erasure of the stored data.

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