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KDC-4554U
  • KDC-4554U

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KDC-4554U

CD/USB/iPod-Receiver

Discontinued Model

  • Detachable Faceplate
  • Made for iPod & iPhone *
  • Variable color illumination
  • OEM Wired Remote Control ready

Key Features

MP3, MWA & AAC playback
Front AUX en USB terminal
iPod, iPhone USB direct control (with optional KCA-iP102 lead)
Variable illumination (Knob ring/Accent key/AUX & USB terminals)
OEM wired remote terminal
1 RCA preout

General Features

DIN Size1 DIN
Detachable FaceplateYes
Protection Case For FaceplateYes, soft case
Faceplate MechanismFull Detachable Faceplate
Multi control wheelYes
Music Search functionYes
Accent key(Ipod)
Attenuator with Smooth Volume ReturnYes
Digital Clock (24H)Yes
Built-in ConnectorMolex 16 pin
ISO connectorYes
USB interface x 1Yes
Firmware upgreadableYes

Display Features

Display TypeFluorescent (FL) Tube Display
Display Layout14 segments x 13 Characters
Display IlluminationFluoricent Display
Dimmer Control2 steps - Manual
Demo ModeYes
Special Character DisplayRussian Characters

Cosmetics features

Front/edgeBlack Injection
Dress plateSilver spray
Preset key finishPiano Black
Escutcheon finishBlack Injection
Volume & operation knob or wheelChrome Plated
Volume & operation knob illuminationVariable
Triangle IlluminationRed
Front terminals illuminationVariable
Key illuminationWhite
Variable color illuminationYes


CD Features

CD-R/RW CompatibleYes
MP3, WMA & AAC playbackYes
CD Text SupportYes
SupremeYes
D.A.C. processing24 bit
Compatible with Kenwood Music Editor LiteYes

USB Features


iPod Features

Made for iPod & iPhone *Yes
USB Direct Controlwith optiona cable KCA-iP102
Music playbackYes
Alphabet searchYes
Skip searchYes
App & iPod control modeYes
Reverse browsingYes
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 controlYes
1A current capabilityYes
* Always update to latest Apple firmware

Audio Features

Maximum Output Power50W x 4
MOSFET Power ICYes
Auxiliary inputYes
Auxiliary TypeMini-jack
Pre-out1 RCA
Pre-out Output Level2.5V
Preout Rear / Subwoofer SwitchableYes
Subwoofer Reference Level Adj.Yes
Source Tone Control & MemoryBass / Mid / Treble
Balance/Fader/Loudness ControlYes
Bass Boost Circuit
Preset EQYes
Low-pass FilterYes


Tuner Specifications

FM Frequency Range87.5MHz ~ 108MHz
FM Frequency range (50kHz step)87.5MHz ~ 108MHz
FM Usable Sensitivity1μV/75ohm (S/N 26dBf)
FM Quieting Sensitivity2.5μV/75ohm (S/N 46dBf)
FM Frequency Response30Hz ~ 15kHz (± 3dB)
FM Signal to noise ratio (Mono)63dB
FM Stereo Separation (1kHz)40dB
MW Frequency Range531kHz ~ 1611kHz (9kHz step)
MW Frequency step9kHz
MW Usable Sensitivity36μV
LW Frequency Range153kHz ~ 279kHz (9kHz step)
LW Usable Sensitivity57μV

CD Specifications

Laser DiodeGaAIAs
Digital Filter(D/A)8 Times Over Sampling
Digital/Analogue Converter24 Bit
Spindle Speed500 ~ 200rpm (CLV: 1 times)
Wow & FlutterBelow Measurable Limit
Frequency Response20Hz ~ 20kHz (±1dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion0.01% (1kHz)
Signal to Noise Ratio105dB (1kHz)
Dynamic Range90dB
Channel Separation85dB
MP3 DecoderCompliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA DecoderCompliant with Windows Media Audio
AAC DecoderAAC-LC ".m4a" files

USB Specifications

USB Version compatibility1.1 / 2.0
File SystemFAT 16/32
Maximum Supply current1000mA
MP3 DecodeCompliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA DecodeCompliant with Windows Media Audio
AAC DecodeAAC-LC "m4a" Files

Audio Specifications

Maximum Power50W x 4
Output Power (DIN45324,+B=14.4v)30W x 4
Speaker Impedance4Ohm ~ 8Ohm
AUX Frequency Response20Hz ~ 20kHz (±1dB)
AUX Maximum Input Voltage1200mV
AUX Input Impedance10kOhm
Bass Tone Control100Hz ±8dB
Middle Tone Control1kHz ±8dB
Treble Tone Control12.5kHz ±8dB

General Specifications

Operating voltage14.4V (11 ~ 16V Allowable)
Maximum Current Consumption10A
Dimensions (WxHxD)182 x 53 x 158mm
Weight1300 gr.
Instruction ManualsENG/FRE/GER/DUT/ITA/SPA/POR/RUS/UKR