JVC KD-R414 User manual

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IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
3. CAUTION: Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser radiation when open. Do not view directly with optical
instruments.
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KD-R414/KD-R314
CD RECEIVER : INSTRUCTIONS/INSTALLATION
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© 2009 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
GET0659-001A
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Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.
Please read all instructions carefully before operation, to ensure your
complete understanding and to obtain the best possible performance from
the unit.
Basic operations
When you press or hold the following button(s)...
Main unit Remote
controller General operation
Turns on.
• When the power is on, pressing /I/ATT on the remote controller also
mutes the sound or pauses. Press /I/ATT again to cancel muting or resume
playback.
Turns off if pressed and held.
Selects the available sources (if the power is turned on).
• If the source is ready, playback also starts.
Adjusts the volume level.
— Selects items.
—
• Mutes the sound while listening to a source. If the source is “CD“ or “USB (for
KD-R414),“ playback pauses. Press the control dial again to cancel muting or
resume playback.
• Confirms selection.
Selects the sound mode.
• Enters tone level adjustment directly (see page 2) if pressed and held
EQ BASS-TRE on the main unit.
— Enters playback mode menu directly (see page 2).
— Returns to the previous menu.
—Power off : Checks the current clock time.
Power on : Changes the display information.
Warning:
If you need to operate the unit while driving, be sure
to look around carefully or you may be involved in a
traffic accident.
Control dial Loading slot Display window
Auxiliary input jack
Ejects the disc
Detaches the panel Remote sensor
• DO NOT expose to bright sunlight.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
input jack
For KD-R414
[European Union only]
Preparations
How to attach/detach the control
panel
How to reset your unit
Reset the unit after installation is
completed.
• Your preset adjustments will
also be erased.
How to forcibly eject a disc
• You can forcibly eject the loaded disc even if the
disc is locked. To lock/unlock the disc, see page 2.
• Be careful not to drop the disc when it ejects.
• If this does not work, reset your unit.
For safety...
• Do not raise the volume level too much, as this will
block outside sounds, making driving dangerous.
• Stop the car before performing any complicated
operations.
Temperature inside the car...
If you have parked the car for a long time in hot or
cold weather, wait until the temperature in the car
becomes normal before operating the unit.
Preparing the remote controller
(RM-RK50)
When you use the remote controller for the first time,
pull out the insulation sheet.
If the effectiveness of the remote controller
decreases, replace the battery.
Replacing the lithium coin battery
Caution:
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire, or the like.
Warning (about battery handling)
To prevent accidents and damage:
• Do not install any battery other than CR2025 or its
equivalent.
• Store out of reach of children.
• Do not recharge, short, or dismantle.
• Do not dispose of in fire.
• Do not carry around with other metallic materials.
• Wrap the battery with tape and insulate when
throwing away or saving it.
[Hold]
Insulation sheet
CR2025
1 Turn on the power.
2
3
Canceling the display demonstration
4 Select <DEMO OFF>.
5
6 Finish the procedure.
Setting the clock
1 Turn on the power.
2
3 Select <CLOCK>.
4 Select <CLOCK SET>.
5 Adjust the hour.
6 Adjust the minute.
7 Finish the procedure.
(Initial setting)
[Hold]
(Initial setting)
[Hold]
To play new discs
Remove any rough areas from the
inner and outer edges of the disc.
Do not use the following discs:
• Single CD (8 cm disc)
• Warped disc
• Disc with sticker and sticker residue
• Disc with stick-on label
• Unusual shape disc
• C-thru Disc (semi-transparent disc)
• Disc with transparent or semi-transparent parts on
its recording area
How to clean the connectors
Wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth
moistened with alcohol.
Moisture condensation
Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit.
Eject the disc and leave the unit turned on for a few
hours until the moisture has evaporated.
To keep discs clean
Wipe in a straight line from center
of disc to edge. Do not use liquid
cleaners, thinners, or benzene.
Maintenance
Connectors
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Listening to the disc
~
] Turn on the power.
Ÿ
All tracks will be played repeatedly until you change the source or
eject the disc.
Listening to the external components
You can connect an external component to the AUX
(auxiliary) input jack on the control panel.
• Make sure <AUX ON> is selected for the
<SRC SELECT>
= <AUX IN> setting on page 3.
1
] “AUX IN”
2Turn on the connected component and start
playing the source.
• For details, refer also to the instructions supplied
with the adapter or external components.
Stopping playback and ejecting the disc
“NO DISC” appears.
Press /SOURCE to listen to another
playback source.
Prohibiting disc ejection
To cancel the prohibition, repeat the same
procedure.
Selects folder of the MP3/
WMA
Selects track
Fast-forwards or reverses
the track
Selecting a track/folder
1
2
For MP3/WMA discs, select the desired folder, then
the desired track by repeating step 2.
• To return to the previous menu, press
BACK .
Caution on volume setting:
Discs produce very little noise compared with other
sources. Lower the volume before playing a disc to
avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase
of the output level.
Selecting the playback modes
You can use only one of the following playback
modes at a time.
1
2
] “REPEAT” j “RANDOM”
3
REPEAT
TRACK RPT
FOLDER RPT
: Repeats current track
: Repeats current folder
RANDOM
FOLDER RND
ALL RND
: Randomly plays all tracks of
current folder, then tracks of
next folders
: Randomly plays all tracks
To cancel repeat play or random play, select
“RPT OFF” or “RND OFF.”
Changing the display information
Disc title/Album name/performer (folder name)*
= Track title (file name)* = Current track
number with the elapsed playing time
=
Current track number with the clock time
=
(back to the beginning)
* If the current disc is an audio CD, “NO NAME” appears.
If an MP3/WMA file does not have Tag information
or <TAG DISPLAY> is set to <TAG OFF> (see page 3),
folder name and file name appear.
Using the remote controller
5 U / D ∞ : Selects folder of the MP3/
WMA
2 R / F 3 : Selects track
2 R / F 3
[Hold]
: Fast-forwards or reverses the
track
Selecting a preset sound mode
You can select a preset sound mode suitable for the
music genre.
FLAT = NATURAL = DYNAMIC =
VOCAL BOOST = BASS BOOST =
USER = (back to the beginning)
While listening, you can adjust the tone level of the
selected sound mode.
1
2
Adjust the level (–06 to +06) of the selected
tone (BASS / MIDDLE / TREBLE).
The sound mode is automatically stored and
changed to “USER.”
Tone Sound element
Frequency Level Q
BASS 60 Hz, 80 Hz,
100 Hz, 200 Hz
–06 to +06 Q1.0
Q1.25
Q1.5
Q2.0
MIDDLE 0.5 kHz, 1.0 kHz,
1.5 kHz, 2.5 kHz
–06 to +06 Q0.75
Q1.0
Q1.25
TREBLE 10.0 kHz, 12.5 kHz,
15.0 kHz, 17.5 kHz
–06 to +06 Q FIX
Storing your own sound mode
You can store your own adjustments in memory.
1
2
] <PRO EQ> ] <BASS> / <MIDDLE> /
<TREBLE>
3
Adjust the sound elements of the selected
tone ( see table on the left).
4Repeat steps 2and 3to adjust other tones.
The adjustments made will be stored
automatically in “USER.”
The current sound mode changes to “USER”
automatically.
[Hold]
[Hold]
3.5 mm stereo mini
plug (not supplied)
Portable audio player,
etc.
[Hold]
[Hold]
Listening to the USB device (for KD-R414)
This unit can play MP3/WMA tracks stored in a USB device.
~
] Turn on the power.
Ÿ
All tracks will be played repeatedly until you change the source or
detach the USB device.
If a USB device has been attached...
Pressing /SOURCE turns on the power and playback
starts from where it has been stopped previously.
• If a different USB device is currently attached,
playback starts from the beginning.
Stopping playback and detaching the
USB device
Straightly pull it out from the unit.
“NO USB” appears. Press /SOURCE to listen to
another playback source.
You can operate the USB device in the same way
you operate the files on a disc.
Caution on volume setting:
USB devices produce very little noise compared with
other sources. Lower the volume before playing
a USB to avoid damaging the speakers by sudden
increase of the output level.
Cautions:
• Avoid using the USB device if it might hinder your
safety driving.
• Do not pull out and attach the USB device
repeatedly while “READING” is shown on the
display.
• Do not start the car engine if a USB device is
connected.
• This unit may not be able to play the files
depending on the type of USB device.
• Operation and power supply may not work as
intended for some USB devices.
• You cannot connect a computer to the USB input
terminal of the unit.
• Make sure all important data has been backed up to
avoid losing the data.
• Do not leave a USB device in the car, expose to
direct sunlight, or high temperature to avoid
deformation or cause damages to the device.
• Some USB devices may not work immediately after
attaching USB device or turn on the power.
• For more details about USB operations, see page 4.
USB input jack
USB memory
Listening to the radio
~
] “FM” or “AM”
Ÿ
“ST” lights up when receiving an FM stereo broadcast with
sufficient signal strength.
Manual search
“M” flashes, then press the
button repeatedly.
When an FM stereo broadcast is hard
to receive
1
2
] <TUNER> ] <MONO> ] <MONO ON>
Reception improves, but stereo effect will be
lost.
To restore the stereo effect, repeat the same
procedure to select <MONO OFF>.
Automatic presetting (FM)—
SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory)
You can preset up to 18 stations for FM.
While listening to a station...
1
2
]<TUNER> ]<SSM> ]<SSM 01 – 06> /
<SSM 07 – 12> / <SSM 13 – 18>
“SSM” flashes and local stations with the
strongest signals are searched and stored
automatically.
To preset another 6 stations, repeat the above
procedure by selecting one of the other 6 SSM
setting ranges.
Manual presetting (FM/AM)
You can preset up to 18 stations for FM and 6
stations for AM.
Ex.: Storing FM station of 92.50 MHz into preset
number “04.”
1
] “92.50MHz”
2
“PRESET MODE” flashes.
3
] Selects preset number “04.”
“P04” flashes and “MEMORY” appears.
Selecting a preset station
or
1
2
Assigning title to a station
You can assign titles to 30 station frequencies (FM
and AM) using 8 characters (maximum) for each title.
• If you try to assign titles to more than 30 station
frequencies, “NAME FULL” appears. Delete
unwanted titles before assignment.
1
] “FM” or “AM”
2
] Show the title entry screen.
3
] Selects a character.
4
] Move to the next (or previous) character
position.
5Repeat steps 3and 4until you finish entering
the title.
6
To erase the entire title, press and hold DISP after step
2, then press the control dial.
Available characters
ABCDE FGH I J K
LMNOPQR S TUV
WXYZ0123456
789—/<> Space
Changing the display information
Station name * = Frequency =
Clock = (back to the beginning)
* If no title is assigned to a station, “NO NAME” appears
for a few seconds.
Using the remote controller
5 U / D ∞ : Changes the preset stations
2 R / F 3 : Searches for stations
[Hold]
[Hold]
[Hold]
[Hold]
[Hold]
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1 2 3 Repeat step 2if necessary.
• To return to the previous menu, press BACK .
• To exit from the menu, press DISP or MENU .
Category Menu item Selectable setting, [ Initial: Underlined ]
DEMO
DEMO • DEMO ON
• DEMO OFF
: Display demonstration will be activated automatically if
no operation is done for about 20 seconds.
: Cancels.
CLOCK
CLOCK SET [ 1:00 ] : Adjust the hour, then the minute.
PRO EQ
BASS — : For settings, see “Storing your own sound mode” on
page 2.
MIDDLE
TREBLE
DISPLAY
DIMMER • DIMMER ON
• DIMMER OFF
: Dims the display and button illumination.
: Cancels.
SCROLL *1• SCROLL ONCE
• SCROLL AUTO
• SCROLL OFF
: Scrolls the displayed information once.
: Repeats scrolling (at 5-second intervals).
: Cancels.
Pressing
DISP for more than one second can scroll the display regardless of
the setting.
TAG DISPLAY • TAG ON
• TAG OFF
: Shows the Tag information while playing MP3/WMA
tracks.
: Cancels.
TUNER
SSM *2•SSM 01 – 06
•SSM 07 – 12
•SSM 13 – 18
: For settings, see page 2.
MONO *2• MONO ON
• MONO OFF
: Activate monaural mode to improve FM reception, but
stereo effect will be lost.
: Restore the stereo effect. (See page 2.)
IF BAND • AUTO
• WIDE
: Increases the tuner selectivity to reduce interference
noises between adjacent stations. (Stereo effect may be
lost.)
: Subject to interference noises from adjacent stations,
but sound quality will not be degraded and the stereo
effect will remain.
AUDIO
FADER *3R06 – F06 [ 00 ] : Adjust the front and rear speaker output balance.
BALANCE *4L06 – R06 [ 00 ] : Adjust the left and right speaker output balance.
LOUD • LOUD ON
• LOUD OFF
: Boost low and high frequencies to produce a well-
balanced sound at a low volume level.
: Cancels.
AUX ADJUST *5
(For KD-R314)
AUX ADJ 00 —
AUX ADJ 05
: Adjust the auxiliary input level to avoid the sudden
increase of the output level when changing the source
to external component connected to the AUX input jack
on the control panel.
VOL ADJUST
(For KD-R414)
VOL ADJ –05 —
VOL ADJ +05
[ VOL ADJ 00 ]
: Preset the volume adjustment level of each source
(except FM), compared to the FM volume level. The
volume level will automatically increase or decrease
when you change the source.
• Before making an adjustment, select the source you
want to adjust.
• “VOL ADJ FIX” appears on the display if “FM” is selected
as the source.
L/O MODE • SUB.W
• REAR
: Select if the REAR LINE OUT terminals are used for
connecting a subwoofer (through an external amplifier).
: Select if the REAR LINE OUT terminals are used for
connecting the speakers (through an external amplifier).
SUB.W FREQ *6• LOW
• MID
• HIGH
: Frequencies lower than 72 Hz are sent to the subwoofer.
: Frequencies lower than 111 Hz are sent to the
subwoofer.
: Frequencies lower than 157 Hz are sent to the
subwoofer.
SUB.W LEVEL *6SUB.W 00 —
SUB.W 08
: Adjust the subwoofer output level.
[ SUB.W 04 ]
BEEP • BEEP ON
• BEEP OFF
: Activates the keypress tone.
: Deactivates the keypress tone.
AMP GAIN *7 • LOW POWER
• HIGH POWER
: VOLUME 00 – VOLUME 30 (Select if the maximum power
of each speaker is less than 50 W to prevent damaging
the speakers.)
: VOLUME 00 – VOLUME 50
SRC
SELECT
AM *8• AM ON
• AM OFF
: Enable “AM” in source selection.
: Disable “AM” in source selection.
AUX IN *9• AUX ON
• AUX OFF
: Enable “AUX IN” in source selection.
: Disable “AUX IN” in source selection.
*1 Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blanked) on the display.
*2 Displayed only when the source is “FM.”
*3 If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to “00.”
*4 This adjustment will not affect the subwoofer output.
*5 Displayed only when <AUX IN> is set to <AUX ON>.
*6 Displayed only when <L/O MODE> is set to <SUB.W>.
*7 The volume level automatically changes to “VOLUME 30” if you change to <LOW POWER> with the volume level
is set higher than “VOLUME 30.”
*8 Displayed only when any source other than “AM” is selected.
*9 Displayed only when any source other than “AUX IN” is selected.
Menu operations
[Hold]
Parts List
A Hard case .................................................................................1
B Control panel.........................................................................1
C Sleeve.........................................................................................1
D Trim plate.................................................................................1
E Power cord..............................................................................1
F Handles .....................................................................................2
The following illustration shows a typical installation. If you have any questions or require information
regarding installation kits, consult your JVC car audio dealer or a company supplying kits.
In-dash mounting
When installing the unit without using the
sleeve
Removing the unit
Release the rear section first...
Heat sink
Install the unit at an
angle of less than 30˚.
Do the required electrical
connections.
Bend the appropriate tabs to hold the
sleeve firmly in place.
When you stand the unit, be careful
not to damage the fuse on the rear.
Bracket*
Pocket
Flat head screws (M5 × 8 mm)*
* Not supplied for this unit.
Installation
This unit is designed to operate on 12 V DC, NEGATIVE ground
electrical systems. If your vehicle does not have this system, a
voltage inverter is required, which can be purchased at JVC car
audio dealers.
Prepare these before installation....
Warnings
• To prevent short circuits:
–Disconnect the battery’s negative terminal and make all electrical connections before installing the unit.
–Cover the terminals of the UNUSED leads with insulating tape.
• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation.
• Replace the fuse with one of the specified rating.
• Connect speakers with a maximum power of more than 50 W
(impedance of 4 Ω to 8 Ω). Otherwise, change the <AMP GAIN> setting.
(See above.)
• The heat sink becomes very hot after use. Be careful not to touch it
when removing this unit.
Electrical connections
IMPORTANT: A custom wiring harness (separately purchased) which is suitable for your car is recommended
for connection between the unit and your car.
• Consult your JVC car audio dealer or a company supplying kits for details.
PRECAUTIONS on power supply and speaker connections
• DO NOT connect the speaker leads of the power cord to the car battery; otherwise, the unit will be
seriously damaged.
• BEFORE connecting the speaker leads of the power cord to the speakers, check the speaker wiring in your car.
*10 Not supplied for this unit.
*11 Firmly attach the ground wire to the metallic body or to the chassis of the car—to the place uncoated with paint.
*12 Before checking the operation of this unit prior to installation, this lead must be connected, otherwise the power
cannot be turned on.
Rear ground terminal
15 A fuse
Antenna input
Reset the unit
Black
Fuse block
Ignition switch
Blue (white stripe)
Blue
Red
Yellow *12
To the metallic body
or chassis of the car
To an accessory
terminal
To a live terminal
(constant 12 V)
White
White (black stripe)
Gray
Gray (black stripe)
Green
Green (black stripe)
Purple
Purple (black stripe)
Front speaker
(left)
Front speaker
(right)
Rear speaker
(left)
Rear speaker
(right)
Signal cord *10 Y-connector *10
Remote lead To the blue (white stripe)
lead of the unit
Rear speakers or subwoofer
Make the <L/O MODE> setting accordingly.
(See “Menu operations” on the left column.)
JVC Amplifier
Connecting the external amplifier or subwoofer
*11
Connect only the front speakers
if your speaker system is two-
speaker system.
*10
*10
To the automatic antenna if any
(250 mA max.)
To the remote lead of other
equipment (200 mA max.)
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More about this unit
–Disc format: ISO 9660 Level 1/ Level 2, Romeo,
Joliet, Windows extension
• The maximum number of characters for file/folder
names (includes 4 extension characters—<.mp3>
or <.wma>): 12 — 128 characters (depending on
the media used, etc.).
• This unit can recognize a total of 512 files, 255
folders, and 8 hierarchical levels.
• This unit can play back files recorded in VBR
(variable bit rate).
Files recorded in VBR have a discrepancy in the
elapsed time display, and do not show the actual
elapsed time. In particular, this difference becomes
noticeable after performing the search function.
• This unit cannot play back the following files:
–MP3 files: encoded in MP3i and MP3 PRO format;
an inappropriate format; layer 1/2.
–WMA files: encoded in lossless, professional, and
voice format; not based upon Windows Media®
Audio; copy-protected with DRM.
–Files which have data such as AIFF, ATRAC3, etc.
• The search function works but search speed is not
constant.
Playing MP3/WMA tracks from a USB device
(for KD-R414)
• While playing from a USB device, the playback
order may differ from other players.
• This unit may be unable to play back some USB
devices or some files due to their characteristics or
recording conditions.
• Depending on the shape of the USB devices and
connection ports, some USB devices may not be
attached properly or the connection might be loose.
• Connect one USB mass storage class device to the
unit at a time. Do not use a USB hub.
• If the connected USB device does not have the
correct files, “CANNOT PLAY” appears.
• This unit can show Tag (Version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, or
2.4) for MP3 files and for WMA files.
• This unit can play back MP3/WMA files meeting the
conditions below:
–Bit rate of MP3/WMA: 32 kbps — 320 kbps
–Sampling frequency of MP3:
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (for MPEG-1)
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz (for MPEG-2)
–Sampling frequency of WMA:
22.05 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
• This unit can play back MP3 files recorded in VBR
(variable bit rate).
• The maximum number of characters for:
–Folder names: 32 characters; File names: 32
characters; MP3 Tag: 64 characters; WMA Tag: 32
characters
• This unit can recognize a total of 5 000 files, 255
folders (255 files per folder including folder without
unsupported files), and of 8 hierarchies.
• This unit does not support SD card reader.
• This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose
rating is other than 5 V and exceeds 500 mA.
• USB devices equipped with special functions such as
data security functions cannot be used with the unit.
• Do not use a USB device with 2 or more partitions.
• This unit may not recognized a USB device
connected through a USB card reader.
• This unit may not play back files in a USB device
properly when using a USB extension cord.
• This unit cannot play back the following files:
–MP3 files: encoded in MP3i and MP3 PRO format;
an inappropriate format; layer 1/2.
–WMA files: encoded in lossless, professional, and
voice format; not based upon Windows Media®
Audio.
General
• If you turn off the power while listening to a track,
playback will start from where it had been stopped
previously next time you turn on the power.
• If no operation is done for about 60 seconds
after pressing
MENU button, the operation will be
canceled.
Tuner operations
• During SSM search...
–All previously stored stations are erased and the
stations are stored anew.
–When SSM is over, the station stored in the lowest
preset number will be automatically tuned in.
• When storing a station manually, the previously
preset station is erased when a new station is stored
in the same preset number.
Disc/USB operations
Caution for DualDisc playback
• The Non-DVD side of a “DualDisc” does not comply
with the “Compact Disc Digital Audio” standard.
Therefore, the use of Non-DVD side of a DualDisc
on this product may not be recommended.
General
• This unit has been designed to reproduce CDs/CD
Texts, and CD-Rs (Recordable)/CD-RWs (Rewritable)
in audio CD (CD-DA), MP3 and WMA formats.
• If you change the source while listening to a disc,
playback stops. Next time you select “CD” as the
playback source, playback will start from where it
had been stopped previously.
• If the ejected disc is not removed within 15 seconds,
it is automatically inserted into the loading slot again
to protect it from dust. Playback starts automatically.
Playing a CD-R or CD-RW
• Use only “finalized” CD-Rs or CD-RWs.
• This unit can play back multi-session discs; however,
unclosed sessions will be skipped while playing.
• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs may not be played back on
this unit:
–Discs are dirty or scratched.
–Moisture condensation has occurred on the lens
inside the unit.
–The pickup lens inside the unit is dirty.
–The files on the CD-R/CD-RW are written using the
“Packet Write” method.
–There are improper recording conditions (missing
data, etc.) or media conditions (stained, scratched,
warped, etc.).
• CD-RWs may require a longer readout time since the
reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than that of regular CDs.
Playing an MP3/WMA disc
• This unit can play back MP3/WMA files with the
extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of
the letter case—upper/lower).
• This unit can show the names of albums, artists
(performer), and tag (Version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, or 2.4)
for MP3 files and for WMA files.
• This unit can display only one-byte characters. No
other characters can be correctly displayed.
• This unit can play back MP3/WMA files meeting the
conditions below:
–Bit rate: MP3: 32 kbps — 320 kbps
WMA: 32 kbps — 192 kbps
–Sampling frequency of MP3:
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (for MPEG-1)
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz (for MPEG-2)
–Sampling frequency of WMA:
22.05 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Troubleshooting
Symptom Remedy/Cause
General
Sound cannot be heard from the
speakers.
• Adjust the volume to the optimum level.
• Make sure the unit is not muted/paused. (See page 1.)
• Check the cords and connections.
“PROTECT” appears on the display and no
operations can be done.
Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker leads are
covered with insulating tape properly, then reset the
unit. (See page 1.)
If “PROTECT” does not disappear, consult your JVC car
audio dealer or a company supplying kits.
This unit does not work at all. Reset the unit. (See page 1.)
“AUX IN” cannot be selected. Check the <SRC SELECT>
= <AUX IN> setting. (See
“Menu operations” on page 3.)
FM/AM
SSM automatic presetting does not work. Store stations manually.
Static noise while listening to the radio. Connect the antenna firmly.
“AM” cannot be selected. Check the <SRC SELECT>
= <AM> setting. (See “Menu
operations” on page 3.)
Disc playback
Disc cannot be played back. Insert the disc correctly.
• CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back.
• Tracks on the CD-R/CD-RW cannot be
skipped.
• Insert a finalized CD-R/CD-RW.
• Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW with the component which
you used for recording.
Disc can be neither played back nor
ejected.
• Unlock the disc. (See page 2.)
• Eject the disc forcibly. (See page 1.)
Disc sound is sometimes interrupted. • Stop playback while driving on rough roads.
• Change the disc.
• Check the cords and connections.
“NO DISC” appears on the display. Insert a playable disc into the loading slot.
“PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear alternately
on the display.
Press
0 , then insert a disc correctly.
MP3/WMA playback
Disc cannot be played back. • Use a disc with MP3/WMA tracks recorded in a format
compliant with ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2, Romeo, or Joliet.
• Add the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to the file
names.
Noise is generated. Skip to another track or change the disc. (Do not add
the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to non-MP3 or
WMA tracks.)
A longer readout time is required
(“READING” keeps flashing on the display).
Do not use too many hierarchical levels and folders.
Tracks are not played back in the order
you have intended.
Playback order is determined when the files are
recorded.
The elapsed playing time is not correct. This sometimes occurs during playback. This is caused
by how the tracks are recorded on the disc.
For KD-R414: “NO FILE” appears on the
display.
Selected folder is an empty folder *. Select another
folder that contains MP3/WMA tracks.
* Folder that is physically empty or folder that contains data
but does not contain valid MP3/WMA track.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears on the display
and track skips.
Skip to the next track encoded in an appropriate
format or to the next non-copy-protected WMA track.
The correct characters are not displayed
(e.g. album name).
This unit can only display letters (upper case), numbers,
and a limited number of symbols. (See page 2.)
USB device playback (for KD-R414)
Noise is generated. The track played back is not an MP3/WMA track. Skip to
another file. (Do not add the extension code <.mp3>
or <.wma> to non-MP3 or WMA tracks.)
“READING” keeps flashing on the display. • Readout time varies depending on the USB device.
• Do not use too many hierarchy or folders.
• Turn off the power then on again.
• Reattach the USB device again.
“NO FILE” appears on the display. Selected folder is an empty folder*. Select another
folder that contains MP3/WMA tracks.
* Folder that is physically empty or folder that contains
data but does not contain valid MP3/WMA track.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears on the display
and track skips.
Skip to the next track encoded in an appropriate
format or to the next non-copy-protected WMA track.
Tracks/folders are not played back in the
order you have intended.
The playback order is determined by the write-in time
stamp. The first track/folder written into the USB device
will be the first track/folder for playback.
• “CANNOT PLAY” flashes on the display.
• “NO USB” appears on the display.
• The unit cannot detect the USB device.
• Attach a USB device that contains tracks encoded in
an appropriate format.
• Reattach the USB device again.
While playing a track, sound is sometimes
interrupted.
The MP3/WMA tracks have not been properly copied
into the USB device.
Copy MP3/WMA tracks again into the USB device, and
try again.
The correct characters are not displayed
(e.g. album name).
This unit can only display letters (upper case), numbers,
and a limited number of symbols. (See page 2.)
Installation/connection
The fuse blows. Connect the red and black leads correctly.
Power cannot be turned on. Check to make sure the yellow lead is connected.
No sound from the speakers. Check to make sure the speaker output lead is not
shortcircuited.
Sound is distorted.
• Check to make sure the speaker output lead is grounded.
• Check to make sure the “–” terminals of L and R
speakers are grounded in common.
Noise interfere with sounds. Check to make sure the rear ground terminal connected
to the car’s chassis is using shorter and thicker cords.
This unit becomes hot.
• Check to make sure the speaker output lead is grounded.
• Check to make sure the “–” terminals of L and R
speakers are grounded in common.
This unit does not work at all. Reset the unit. (See page 1.)
JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of the data in the USB mass storage class device while using
this System.
Having TROUBLE with operation?
Please reset your unit
Refer to page of How to reset your unit
Specifications
[AM Tuner]
Sensitivity/Selectivity: 20 μV/40 dB
CD PLAYER SECTION
Type: Compact disc player
Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical pickup
(semiconductor laser)
Number of channels: 2 channels (stereo)
Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Dynamic Range: 93 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 98 dB
Wow and Flutter: Less than measurable limit
MP3 Decoding Format: (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3)
Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps
WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format:
Max. Bit Rate: 192 kbps
USB SECTION (for KD-R414)
USB Standard: USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed): Max. 12 Mbps
Compatible Device: Mass storage class
Compatible File System: FAT 32/16/12
Playable Audio Format: MP3/WMA
Max. Current: DC 5 V 500 mA
GENERAL
Power Requirement: Operating Voltage:
DC 14.4 V (11 V to 16 V allowance)
Grounding System: Negative ground
Allowable Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C
Dimensions (W × H × D) (approx.):
Installation Size: 182 mm × 52 mm × 160 mm
Panel Size: 188 mm × 58 mm × 6 mm
Mass (approx.): 1.3 kg(excluding accessories)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION
Maximum Power Output:
Front/Rear: 50 W per channel
Continuous Power Output (RMS):
Front/Rear: 19 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz
to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8%
total harmonic distortion.
Load Impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowance)
Tone Control Range:
Bass: ±12 dB (60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz);
Q1.0, Q1.25, Q1.5, Q2.0
Middle: ±12 dB (0.5 kHz, 1.0 kHz, 1.5 kHz,
2.5 kHz); Q0.75, Q1.0, Q1.25
Treble: ±12 dB (10.0 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 15.0 kHz,
17.5 kHz); Q (Fixed)
Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB
Line/subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance:
KD-R414: 5.0 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
KD-R314: 2.5 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
Output Impedance: 1 kΩ
Other Terminal: AUX (auxiliary) input jack, USB input
jack (for KD-R414), Antenna input
TUNER SECTION
Frequency Range:
FM: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz
AM: 531 kHz to 1602 kHz
[FM Tuner]
Usable Sensitivity: 9.3 dBf (0.8 μV/75 Ω)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: 16.3 dBf (1.8 μV/75 Ω)
Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz): 65 dB
Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 15 000 Hz
Stereo Separation: 40 dB
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