Kenwood KDC-BT950DAB CD/USB Receiver Bluetooth & Digital Radio Stereo
Key Features
- DAB+ Digital radio tuner built-in
- Bluetooth handsfree & audio streaming built-in
- Front USB 2.0 with 1,5A smartphone quick charge
- Made for iPod / iPhone
- MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV/FLAC playback
- KENWOOD Remote & Music Mix app ready
- DSP, DTA, 3-Way X'over & 13-band EQ built-in
- 3x RCA High Power Preouts (5,0V)
- Variable Colour Illumination (Key & Display)
- English/French/German/Russian & Spanish GUI language
General Features
- DIN Size 1 DIN
- Detachable Faceplate
- Key Illumination Variable LED
- Rotary Encoder & Control Knob
- Dual Accent Key Handsfree & Audio Streaming
- Back-up Memory Menu Settings
- Touch Sensor Tone
- Digital Clock (24H)
- Clock display when power-off default off
- All-off Select (20/40/60 minutes)
- Built-in Connector Mitsumi, 16 pin
- ISO connector, Mitsumi to ISO cable
- Bluetooth unit built-in
- Firmware upgreadable
Display Features
- Display Type Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
- Display Layout 13Seg. X 13 Digit / 1,5 line
- Display Illumination Variable by RGB LED
- Variable Illumination
- Dimmer Control Manual / Set by Timer
- Brightness control 0 - 31 steps
- Demo Mode
- Menu text in selectable language English(default) / Spanish / French / German / Russian
- TAG Language Display English / Spanish / French / German / Russian / Greek
Cosmetics features
- Front/edge Black Injection
- Dress plate Black Injection
- Preset key finish Black Injection
- Escutcheon finish Black Injection
- Volume & operation knob illumination Variable
- Triangle Illumination Red LED
- Front terminals dust cover
- Key illumination Variable by RGB LED
- Illuminated front USB port Variable by RGB LED
- Display illumination Variable by RGB LED
- Brightness Control (Key) 0 - 31 step
- Brightness Control (Display) 0 - 31 step
- Dimmer Control (Key) Manual / Set by Timer
- Dimmer Control (Display) Manual / Set by Timer
- Variable color illumination
- Color Zone Concept 2 zone colour control
Tuner Features
- Station Select Manual / Preset
- Tuner preset/recall key
- FM Reception
- AM (MW/LW) Reception
- Tuner Presets (FM/AM) 24 Presets (18FM / 6AM)
- Preset memory w/o back-up power
- Tuning mode Auto1/Auto2/Manual
- Up/Down Seek/Scan
- Automatic Memory Entry (AME)
- FM Stereo / Mono Selector
- Radio Data System
- Radio Text Plus
- Traffic Information
- Local search
- AF Regional Selectable: AF/AF Reg/OFF
- Auto TP search
- Enhanced Other Networks Function (EON)
- Program Type Function (PTY)
CE DAB tuner features
- DAB+ tuner built-in
- Digital Radio Certification Mark
- Intelligent seek, (Service, Ensemble & Component)
- Tuning mode / Seek mode Auto1/Auto2/Manual
- Service preset 6 ch * 3 bank presets,
- Service list by alphabet order
- Preset list
- Alphabet Search
- Related service
- Audio interrupt standby by PTY
- Audio interrupt standby by announcement
- DAB-RDS integrated TI
- Traffic Information
- DAB priority
- PTY (Programme Type) search
- PTY (Programme Type) watch
- Soft linking
- Antenna power supply on/off switch
- DAB antenna included, SMB terminal
- CE_Playable Audio file
- AAC (*.m4a) files are playable USB
- AAC (*.aac) files are playable CD/USB
- MP3 files are playable CD/USB
- WMA (.wma) files are playable CD/USB
- WAV (.wav) files are playable USB
- FLAC files are playable USB
CD Features
- CD-R/RW Compatible
- MP3 Playback with ID3 Tag Display
- WMA (Windows Media Audio) Playback
- MP3, WMA & AAC playback
- AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) Playback
- CD Text Support
- D.A.C. processing 24bit
- 0 bit Mute
- Random Function DISC Random/Random OFF
- Repeat Function Track Repeat/All Repeat
- Fast Forward / Reverse play
- Tag Information Display
USB Features
- USB terminal, Front side with slide protection cover
- USB Type 2.0 Full speed
- Drive Change
- MP3 playback with ID3 Tag Display
- WMA (Windows Media File) playback
- AAC (Advanced Audio Codec) playback
- WAV (Waveform Audio Format) playback
- FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) playback
- Repeat/Scan/Random search
- Repeat / Random Play
- Resume play
- Time code display
- 1,5A Smartphone Quick Charge
iPod Features
- Made for iPod & iPhone *
- USB Direct Control (Audio, 1 wire, Lightning-connector) with optional cable KCA-iP103
- Music playback
- Alphabet search
- Skip search
- Direct Search
- Control by hand
- Reverse browsing
- * Always update to latest Apple firmware
Audio Features
- Maximum Output Power 50W x 4
- MOSFET Power IC
- Auxiliary input, Front, Mini-jack
- Pre-out 3 RCA (FRONT/REAR/Subwoofer)
- Pre-out Output Level 5V
- Subwoofer Reference Level Adj.
- 2-Way X'over network
- 3-Way x'over (bi-amp connection)
- Balance/Fader/Loudness Control
- Loudness Control Off / LV1/ LV2
- Bass Boost Circuit Off/+1/+2/+3/+4/+5
- Equalizer built-in, 13 band with 8 presets
- Graphic Equalizer + Preset 13-Bands Graphic Equalizer with 8 Presets.
- Digital Sound Processor (DSP) Built-in
- Digital Time Aligment (DTA)
- Low- & High-pass Filter
- Speaker Size Control
- Kenwood Sound Reconstruction
- Sound Reconstruction
- Space Enhancer
- Realizer
- Stage EQ
- Drive EQ
- Extra EQ
- Sound Elevation
Bluetooth General Features
- Hands Free Profile with High Sound Quality HFP V1.7.1
- 2 Phones Switchable Hands Free
- 2 phones fulltime connection
- High Quality Audio Streaming SBC/AAC
- Serial Port Profile (SPP)
- Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP)
- Easy pairing function
- iPhone & Android automatic pairing via USB
- KENWOOD Remote App Ready available in App Store & Play store
- KENWOOD Music Mix Support
- Private mode
- Interrupt call request
- Alphabet Search (Phonebook)
- Voice Control
- Phone device status display
- Audio device status display
- Signal strength display
- Remaining battery display
- Bluetooth Paring Indicator
- High-quality noise canceling microphoneIncluded (rear wired)
- Bluetooth firmware upgradeable, Included in system updates
- * depends on phone model/make
- & Kenwood unit Connectivity
- iPod direct control, Built-in
- OEM Wired Remote Control ready, Optional interface needed
- DC-Cord NEW Mitsumi to ISO
- Power Control (P.CON) wire
- 2-way (Tel/Navi) mute wire
- Preout 3 x RCA (Front/rear/subwoofer)
- FM Antenna Input
- DAB Aerial input SMB connector
- External microphone input 3,5mm mini-jack
Tuner Specifications
- FM range: 87.5Mhz - 108MHz (50Khz step)
- FM Usable Sensitivity 0.56μV/75ohm (S/N 30dBf)
- FM Quieting Sensitivity 1.58μV/75ohm (S/N 46dBf)
- FM Frequency Response 30Hz ~ 15kHz (± 3dB)
- FM Signal to noise ratio (Mono) 68dB
- FM Stereo Separation (1kHz) 40dB
- MW range: 531kHz - 1611kHz (9kHz step)
- MW Usable Sensitivity 28.5μV
- LW range: 153kHz - 279kHz (9kHz step)
- LW Usable Sensitivity 45μV
DAB Tuner specifications
- Band III - Frequency range 174.928 MHz - 239.2MHz
- Mode I, II, III, IV
- Sensitivity 100dBm
- Signal to noise ratio 90dB
- DAB Aerial Connector Type SMB
- Output Voltage 12V (11V to 16V allowable)
- Maximum Current < 100 mA
CD Specifications
- Laser Diode GaAIAs
- Digital Filter(D/A) 8 Times Over Sampling
- Digital/Analogue Converter 24 Bit
- Wow & Flutter Below Measurable Limit
- Frequency Response 20Hz ~ 20kHz (±1dB)
- Total Harmonic Distortion 0.01% (1kHz)
- Signal to Noise Ratio 96dB (1kHz)
- Dynamic Range 92dB
- Channel Separation 90dB
- MP3 Decoder Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer
- WMA Decoder Compliant with Windows Media Audio
- AAC Decoder AAC-LC".aac" Files
USB Specifications
- USB Version compatibility USB 1.1 / 2.0 full speed
- File System FAT 32 / 16 / 12
- Maximum Supply current 1500mA
- MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
- WMA Decode Compliant with Windows Media Audio
- AAC Decode "m4a" & "aac" file encoded by AAC-LC format
- WAV Decode Linear - PCM Files
- flac Decode FLAC files up to 96kHz/24bit
- Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz
- S/N Ratio 99 dB (1kHz)
- Dynamic Range 93dB
- Channel Separation 90dB
Audio Specifications
- Maximum Power 50W x 4
- Output Power (DIN45324,+B=14.4v) 22W x 4
- Preout Level 5000mV / 10kOhm,
- Preout Impedance ≤ 600Ohm
- Speaker Impedance 4Ohm ~ 8Ohm
- AUX Frequency Response 20Hz ~ 20kHz (±1dB)
- AUX Maximum Input Voltage 1000mV
- AUX Input Impedance 30kOhm
- Graphical Equalizer 13-Band
- G. EQ. Frequency (Hz) 62,5/100/160/250/400/630/1k/1k6/2k5/4k/6k3/10k/16k
- G. EQ. Gain (dB) -7 / ... / +7
- Subwoofer Level (dB) -50 dB to +10dB
Bluetooth specifications
- Technology Bluetooth V4.2
- Frequency 2.402 - 2.48 GHz
- Output power +4dBm(max), power class 2
- Maximum range Line of sight approx. 10 meter
- Handsfree profile (HFP), V1.7.1
- Serial port profile (SPP)
- Advanced audio distribution profile (A2DP)
- Audio Codec SBC/AAC
- Audio/Video remote control profile (AVRCP) Yes, V1.6.1
- Phonebook access profile (PBAP)
Accessories
- Release keys 2 pieces
- Escutcheon
- Installation Sleeve
- DC cord (Mitsumi to ISO) 20 cm
- DAB antennawith 3 m cable
- Handsfree Microphone with 3 m cable
- Multi-Language Instruction Manual Included Quick-Guide
- Manuals Downloadable
General Specifications
- Operating voltage 14.4V (10.5 ~ 16V Allowable)
- Maximum Current Consumption 10A
- Dimensions (WxHxD) 182 x 53 x 155.5mm
- Weight 1200 gr.
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HOW WILL YOU SEND MY ITEM?
We ship most orders within the UK using Royal Mail and DPD couriers. Due to the nature of some items we may ship your order direct from our supplier or use a different delivery partner to ensure your items get to you in the quickest and safest way.
HOW MUCH DOES DELIVERY COST?
To see how much delivery costs for your order, simply add your items to the cart and go through the first step in the checkout where you will see a delivery estimate. If you think you are not being charged the right amout please contact us for the most accurate quote.
HOW LONG DOES DELIVERY TAKE?
Depending on the delivery service you choose, delivery usually takes between 1-5 working days to mainland UK from the moment we despatch your order. Orders to UK Non-mainland and international destinations can take longer.
WHEN WILL YOU DESPATCH MY ORDER?
Orders placed before 2pm are processed and despatched the same day (excluding public holidays and weekends). Orders placed after 2pm and on weekends will be processed and despatched the following working day.
*Please note that some orders may require extra checks before we are able to despatch your order so timescales may vary.
CAN I TRACK MY ORDER?
Yes - Order tracking is offered as standard on all orders, whether they are shipped via DPD or Royal Mail. You will receive your tracking information via email once we have despatched your order.
UK NON-MAINLAND AND INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS.
Shipping for all items to UK Non-Mainland and International destinations will incur a charge at checkout. If the appropriate delivery charge is not applied automatically at checkout, we will contact you to arrange payment and reserve the right to cancel your order if you refuse to pay for appropriate delivery. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to query the prices to your destination.
Shipping to international destinations may require further security checks and I.D. may need to be provided by the cardholder.
Please note that we are unable to ship some items outside the UK. To avoid any disapointment please contact us before making you order.
WHAT DO YOU CLASS AS UK NON-MAINLAND?
Rep. Ireland, N. Ireland, Channel Islands, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man and Scottish Highlands. If you are unsure whether your address is classed as UK Non-mainland please feel free to contact us and an advisor will be happy to help.
For any further enquiries with regards to your delivery please contact us on 020 8561 9485 and one of our adviser's will be happy to help.
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If you're not happy with your item or you've changed your mind.
Even though we're sure you'll be happy with your purchase, it's important that you are aware of how we deal with returns in the event that you need to send something back.
We understand how inconvenient it can be when you buy a product and aren't 100% satisfied with it. For this reason we have designed our returns policy to prevent any further inconvenience to you in these instances.

Christmas Returns Policy
- Any product purchased between 24/11/23 and 24/12/23 will qualify for our extended returns policy.
- If your purchase is made within this time you have until 01/01/2024 to inform us of your intention to return your items.
- All orders placed within this time which are outside of the standard 14 day policy can only be returned for a credit. All credits need to be used within 90 days of issue.
- Please ensure you inform our Customer Service team in writing or via email (sales@thetuningstore.co.uk).
- Any items being returned need be in brand new, unopened and unused condition.
- All products must be returned to us within 14 calendar days after our Customer Service team have authorised a return.
- Any promotional items received FREE at the time of purchase must also be returned, unused and unopened, otherwise the value of the promotional item will be deducted from the credit.

Under 14 days
- You can return your goods for a full refund or exchange as long as you inform us of your intention to return the goods within 14 days of receipt, starting from the day after you receive your goods (Exclusions apply, see below.)
- All return costs are down to the buyer and it is recommended that you return your items using a trackable method with appropriate insurance (if required).
- Once we have approved your return, please ensure that you return the item within 14 days.
- If a returns number is provided then please ensure that the parcel has this clearly marked.
- Items need to be returned in "as new" condition in their original packaging. We don't mind if you open the product to check it, however any used or damaged products will be subject to a 25% handling fee so please take care when opening your items
After 14 days
- We will not offer a refund after 14 days of you receiving your delivery unless your product is faulty.
Exclusions from our returns policy
As we're sure you'll understand, there are some products that we can't offer returns on due to their nature. These include:
- Special order items (these items will be clearly identifiable).
- Custom cut items.
- Clothing due to health and hygiene reasons.
- Products that include software which require activation.
Please note that these exclusions do not apply to items that become faulty.
If your product becomes faulty
We endeavour to get your items to you in fully working order, however in the event that your items do become faulty, please read below on what you should do next.
In a lot of cases with some products, faults can be fixed by performing some basic troubleshooting, so to prevent any further inconvenience to you we advise that you contact our Customer Service team who can guide you through some basic troubleshooting before sending items back.
Under 30 days
- If your items become faulty within 30 days of delivery you are entitled to a full refund or exchange. Please contact our customer service centre who will provide necessary returns details.
- Please send the items back with a cover note including a description of the fault and your original order number.
- Once we have fully tested the item and confirmed the fault, we will process the refund or exchange including cost of carriage back to us (within reason).
- If during our testing we cannot find a fault, no refund will be given and you will be charged for delivery of the item back to you.
After 30 days
- After 30 days you will still be able to get your faulty items repaired or replaced within the manufacturers warranty and we will be happy to assist you with this. Please contact our customer service team to find out the best way to get your items repaired or replaced. Please be aware that after 30 days we will not cover you for any carriage costs.
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PLEASE NOTE: ALL RETURNS NEED TO BE ACCOMPANIED BY A COMPLETED RETURNS FORM: DOWNLOAD.
DONT HAVE A PRINTER? Just ensure you include the relevant information required on a note inside the return so that we can process your request.