KENWOOD Music Control
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About KENWOOD Music Control
KENWOOD Music Control is a player application that allows you to use a variety of playback methods in addition to the existing ones; for example, playing songs in the mood play list created depending on your mood each day or playing only hook-lines of you.
Connecting your Android device to your Kenwood car audio system via a USB allows you to control playback of the songs in the Android device from the car audio system.
===New Function( ver1.3.92 )===
1. Landscape mode applied.
2. The direction of the display on the unit has been changed from portrait to landscape for the models that support KENWOOD Smartphone Control app.
3. Play, pause, track up/down commands can be used on the lock screen and the status bar.
4. Those modifications are applicable to the devices running Android 4.0 or later.
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‣Mood playlist function
You can analyze the melodies of songs in your Android device to create a playlist according to your mood.
If you are in a mood for listening to powerful songs today, you can analyze melodies of songs and easily create a playlist of songs classified as mood "Powerful.
For example, the mood "Powerful" may describe your state of mind when you want to listen to powerful songs.
Songs are analyzed and classified into the following categories of moods: High Energy(Active,Powerful, Core), Acoustic(Detailed,Simple,Smooth,Easy), Standard(Dynamic,Rockin,Vivid,), Stylistic(Cool,Urban,Trance).
‣Intro skip function
This function detects the hook-line of each song so that you can listen to the song from the beginning of its hook-line.
*To use the mood playlist function or intro skip function, you need to analyze songs using the following
procedure:
Press the MENU key on a screen other than the playback list screen, select "Preference",
and then check the "Background analysis" checkbox.
‣Widget function
It supports music player widget. 3 different sizes are prepared to be chosen from, and a selected widget can be set on the home screen.
Song playback, up/down of tracks, and mood play list playback can be controlled.
‣Search function
Corresponds to Incremental search, Global search, and Alphabetical search.
‣Sharing function
Posting to SNS such as Twitter and Facebook is enabled.
‣Video playback function
Videos stored in the Android device can be played.
*Intro skip function and Widget function is not supported.
‣Can be moved to the SD card
The application can be moved to the SD card.
*If you move this application while it is working, all operation would be terminated.
*When the application is moved to the SD card, the widgets can not be used.
‣Control from your Kenwood car audio system
Connecting your Android device in which this application is installed to your Kenwood audio system via a USB allows you to control the audio system: for example, searching for a song in the Android device by artist name or album name.
*A smartphone which does not support the MSC (Mass Storage) cannot be connected to the car audio system.
*To enable control from the car audio system, perform the following procedure.
①Select "Analyzed data output settings" in "Preference" and "Auto output" or "Output right now", then output music database information to the SD card.
②Connect your smartphone to the Kenwood car audio system, and turn ON the USB Storage of Android smartphone.
"*Only connectable to Kenwood car audio system.
Unable to connect to multimedia and navigation systems."
*Check this for connectable car audio system.
http://www.kenwood.com/products/car_audio/app/kmc1_aapp/eng/compatible.html
Create your favorite playlists to enjoy music and videos whenever and wherever you want!
-Supported Languages
KENWOOD Music Control supports nine languages; Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, and Chinese.
-Note
No warranty is given as to normal operation of all devices.
Connecting your Android device to your Kenwood car audio system via a USB allows you to control playback of the songs in the Android device from the car audio system.
===New Function( ver1.3.92 )===
1. Landscape mode applied.
2. The direction of the display on the unit has been changed from portrait to landscape for the models that support KENWOOD Smartphone Control app.
3. Play, pause, track up/down commands can be used on the lock screen and the status bar.
4. Those modifications are applicable to the devices running Android 4.0 or later.
==========================
‣Mood playlist function
You can analyze the melodies of songs in your Android device to create a playlist according to your mood.
If you are in a mood for listening to powerful songs today, you can analyze melodies of songs and easily create a playlist of songs classified as mood "Powerful.
For example, the mood "Powerful" may describe your state of mind when you want to listen to powerful songs.
Songs are analyzed and classified into the following categories of moods: High Energy(Active,Powerful, Core), Acoustic(Detailed,Simple,Smooth,Easy), Standard(Dynamic,Rockin,Vivid,), Stylistic(Cool,Urban,Trance).
‣Intro skip function
This function detects the hook-line of each song so that you can listen to the song from the beginning of its hook-line.
*To use the mood playlist function or intro skip function, you need to analyze songs using the following
procedure:
Press the MENU key on a screen other than the playback list screen, select "Preference",
and then check the "Background analysis" checkbox.
‣Widget function
It supports music player widget. 3 different sizes are prepared to be chosen from, and a selected widget can be set on the home screen.
Song playback, up/down of tracks, and mood play list playback can be controlled.
‣Search function
Corresponds to Incremental search, Global search, and Alphabetical search.
‣Sharing function
Posting to SNS such as Twitter and Facebook is enabled.
‣Video playback function
Videos stored in the Android device can be played.
*Intro skip function and Widget function is not supported.
‣Can be moved to the SD card
The application can be moved to the SD card.
*If you move this application while it is working, all operation would be terminated.
*When the application is moved to the SD card, the widgets can not be used.
‣Control from your Kenwood car audio system
Connecting your Android device in which this application is installed to your Kenwood audio system via a USB allows you to control the audio system: for example, searching for a song in the Android device by artist name or album name.
*A smartphone which does not support the MSC (Mass Storage) cannot be connected to the car audio system.
*To enable control from the car audio system, perform the following procedure.
①Select "Analyzed data output settings" in "Preference" and "Auto output" or "Output right now", then output music database information to the SD card.
②Connect your smartphone to the Kenwood car audio system, and turn ON the USB Storage of Android smartphone.
"*Only connectable to Kenwood car audio system.
Unable to connect to multimedia and navigation systems."
*Check this for connectable car audio system.
http://www.kenwood.com/products/car_audio/app/kmc1_aapp/eng/compatible.html
Create your favorite playlists to enjoy music and videos whenever and wherever you want!
-Supported Languages
KENWOOD Music Control supports nine languages; Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, and Chinese.
-Note
No warranty is given as to normal operation of all devices.
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What's Changed
ver 1.3.94
1. Android OS 6.0 is supported.
2. Some functions are improved.
ver 1.3.92
1. Landscape mode applied.
2. The direction of the display on the unit has been changed from portrait to landscape for the models that support KENWOOD Smartphone Control app.
3. Play, pause, track up/down commands can be used on the lock screen and the status bar.
4. Those modifications are applicable to the devices running Android 4.0 or later.
ver 1.3.94
1. Android OS 6.0 is supported.
2. Some functions are improved.
ver 1.3.92
1. Landscape mode applied.
2. The direction of the display on the unit has been changed from portrait to landscape for the models that support KENWOOD Smartphone Control app.
3. Play, pause, track up/down commands can be used on the lock screen and the status bar.
4. Those modifications are applicable to the devices running Android 4.0 or later.
More downloads KENWOOD Music Control reached 500 000 - 1 000 000 downloads
Version update KENWOOD Music Control was updated to version 1.3.80
More downloads KENWOOD Music Control reached 100 000 - 500 000 downloads
Version update KENWOOD Music Control was updated to version 1.3.79
What are users saying about KENWOOD Music Control
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Worked with my Galaxy S5, but stereo won't recognize my z force droid. Very frustrating. Plus, phone function should work in USB mode, not just Bluetooth.
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Downloaded for the kenwood ddx393 and the app doesn't work. Not happy with visions, kenwood or Android at this point.
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Worst app I've downloaded in awhile. Connectivity issues with both Apple and Android. Disconnects randomly. Irritating notifications. Bad user interface.
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In March I had a Kenwood system installed in my ride and downloaded this app. I really like it.Thank you
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Won't analyse music for mood
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Brilliant sound i like it ???????? perfect to my Samsung note 5
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Doesn't connect or even attempt to work
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Wow
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Love it
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Ok bgt
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While I am disappointed my phone would not work with the stereo I bought 1 1/2 years ago and finally installed, I do know the usb settings of my phone have changed. I cannot blame Kenwood for that.
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I have a Jetta diesel that has a Kenwood Excelon. I painstakingly installed it and got it working. Sort of. This ap, which is the recommended one for my phone and radio, never worked. Can't wait for VW to buy my car so I can get rid of these POS's.
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Bought and installed a Kenwood head unit from Bestbuy because it had 3 pre-amp outputs. I was sold on the Android compatibility compatibility but the app is worthless. I have installed and uninstalled numerous times. I even went to their website and read the directions. Still does not work!!!!!
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not thrilled with app at all. Basically didn't work. I purchased basically because it plays flac files. I suggest Foobar app to play flacs
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Plays all music files I have on my phone including flac and wav lossless files. Using a Samsung Galaxy s5 running Android 6.0.1 MM. This isn't the recommended app for my radio, but it works great.
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Brilliant app never mises a beat quick to load play sort, can play various ways, from headphones to Bluetooth to my Kenwood van/car radio. I don't need anything else. Spot on. Currently installed on HTC one M8
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Use to have an iPhone which worked very well for music, made the switch back to an android phone because I liked the other perks they have. However, I am unable to link with my stereo that the app says is compatible. My current deck is a KDC-BT948HD. My phone is a galaxy S7. Have tried to go into the "Analyze Data Output Settings" and select the "Auto Output" function, but am unable. The app does not allow me to select that option. I am running Android 6.0.1. Fail.
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Done analyzing. Create playlist. Still not working. Instruction not clear. How to use?
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Does nothing with my Kenwood radio. Nothing. "no device"
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5 start if you can make the app run in fullscreen.
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App doesn't work
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Great app
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Just plays music on my phone and won't play music through the car Kenwood cd radio
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It work with Alcatel PIXI 3 3,5 that have not MHL. Not working with Honor 6 that have MHL full support!
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In short: it keeps displaying "Reading" and would not play the music file either from this app or other music apps. Details: For this application, I have the Kenwood Excelon KDC-X697. I tried to use one of the latest Android (5.1) phone with 64 gb capacity loaded with some wav lossless sound files as well as 320 KB mp3 from my CD collection. I tried to play those file using this app but it only keep displaying "Reading."
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Would be 5 stars if the music did not keep skipping while playing on my Kenwood deck via bluetooth. Does not clip when using the stock app. Uninstalled.
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Terrible app. Purchased new HTC M9 recently and with the two stereos I have in my vehicles compatible for Android, I jumped to download this app. It will not work. I have followed steps successful reviewers have used and it will not work with the HTC. Whenever I plug it into the stereo, stereo goes nuts, flashing Not Supported and all sorts of fun messages. Also causes phone to crash and restart. If you own a HTC, do not bother with this app. Stick with an Aux cord. Kenwood needs to update this app, very disappointing as I have always had Kenwood products.
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I find this app sort of irritating. It plays music...but when I select "album" on my KDC-162U with my Sony Xperia Z2 it keeps repeating one song unless I manually hit "next"...very frustrating. I will be purchasing an extra USB stick and if this still happens, I'll be quite unhappy.
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Will not connect with DPX300U even though it is listed on the compatibility list. Head unit says N/A DEVICE when trying to connect through USB worn my Galaxy S6.
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Features don't measure 1 millionth of PowerAMP free version.
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Works as a media player but does not connect to stereo described. Followed all directions but it looks as though my galaxy s4 is "too new" and updated to be compatable. Will likely keep trying to fix but will ultimately delete the app.
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My LG Nexus 5 both Lolipop and Marshmallow doesn't work with my Kenwood DDX 4033 via USB. After 2 years... This is still bad.
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Doesn't work. Acts as a mp3 player for your phone. Doesn't even notice the USB connection.
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Its working pretty good on my Sharp crystal, not too bad
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The best company I ever seen. Kenwood exelon KDC-x792 is the best best music system
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This spp works great on my Kenwood DDx372BT. I used my Note 4 and my old Note 2. Leaving my Note 2 in the car with just the data plan. Thank you!
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Best muzic app i ever had
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Couldn't get it to work with capable deck. hope I don't crash changing a song.
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Waste of a download!
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In 90's I buy Kenwood music system I enjoyed bass beat and terrible... after that I can't get properly sound quality from others BUT NOW This simple player low space Good Quality Music and Video from this app (I'm using in this App to my Android phone low consume battery)