JVC KD-R646 User manual

KD-R646 / KD-R446 / KD-R445 / KD-R444
GET0924-001A [U/UI]
ENGLISH
CD RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read all instructions carefully before operation to obtain the
best possible performance from the unit.
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CONTENTS BEFORE USE
BEFORE USE 2
BASICS 3
GETTING STARTED 4
RADIO 5
CD / USB / iPod 6
How to read this manual
• Operations explained mainly using
buttons on the faceplate of KD-R446 /
KD-R445 / KD-R444.
• [XX] indicates the selected items.
• ( ➜ XX) indicates references are available
on the stated page number.
Warning
Do not operate any function that takes your attention away from safe driving.
Caution
Volume setting:
• Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car to prevent accident.
• Lower the volume before playing digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of
the output level.
General:
• Avoid using the USB device or iPod/iPhone if it might hinder driving safety.
• Make sure all important data has been backed up. We shall bear no responsibility for any loss of recorded data.
• Never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit, to prevent a short circuit.
• If a disc error occurs due to condensation on the laser lens, eject the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.
Remote control (RM-RK52):
• Do not leave the remote control in hot places such as on the dashboard.
• The Lithium battery is in danger of explosion if replaced incorrectly. Replace it only with the same or
equivalent type.
• The battery pack or batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use. Dispose of used batteries
promptly. If swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the unit: Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicon or soft cloth.
Cleaning the connector: Detach the faceplate and clean the connector with a
cotton swab gently, being careful not to damage the connector.
Handling discs:
• Do not touch the recording surface of the disc.
• Do not stick tape etc. on the disc, or use a disc with tape stuck on it.
• Do not use any accessories for the disc.
• Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
• Clean the disc with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Do not use any solvents.
• When removing discs from this unit, pull them out horizontally.
• Remove burrs from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc.
AUX 7
ILLUMINATION (
KD-R646 only) 7
Connector (on the reverse
side of the faceplate)
AUDIO SETTINGS 8
MORE INFORMATION 9
TROUBLESHOOTING 10
SPECIFICATIONS 11
INSTALLATION / CONNECTION 12
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KD-R646
KD-R446
KD-R445
KD-R444
BASICS
To Do this (on the faceplate) Do this (on the remote control)
Turn on the power Press LSOURCE.
• Press and hold to turn off the power. ( not available )
Adjust the volume Turn the volume knob. Press VOL + or VOL –.
Press the volume knob to mute the sound or pause playback.
• Press again to cancel.
Press to mute the sound or pause playback.
• Press again to cancel.
Select a source • Press LSOURCE repeatedly.
• Press LSOURCE, then turn the volume knob within 2 seconds.
Press SOURCE repeatedly.
Change the display
information
Press DISP repeatedly. ( ➜ 9)
• Press and hold to scroll the current display information. ( not available )
Faceplate
Attach
How to reset
Detach
Remote control (RM-RK52)
Volume knob
(turn/press) Loading slot
Detach button
Remote sensor
(Do not expose to bright sunlight.)
How to replace the battery
Your preset adjustments will
also be erased.
Pull out the insulation sheet
when using for the first time.
Display window
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GETTING STARTED
Cancel the demonstration
1 Press and hold MENU .
2 Press the volume knob to select [DEMO] .
3 Turn the volume knob to select [DEMO OFF] , then press the knob.
4 Press MENU to exit.
Set the clock
1 Press and hold MENU .
2 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK] , then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK SET] , then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to select the day, then press the knob.
5 Turn the volume knob to adjust the hour, then press the knob.
6 Turn the volume knob to adjust the minute, then press the knob.
7 Press MENU to exit.
Set the basic settings
1 Press and hold MENU .
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
• See the following table for selection.
3 Press MENU to exit.
To return to the previous hierarchy, press G .
1
2
3
Default: XX
CLOCK
CLOCK DISP ON: The clock time is shown on the display even when the unit is turned off. ;
OFF: Cancels.
DIMMER
DIMMER SET Selects the display and button illumination adjusted in the [BRIGHTNESS] setting.
AUTO: Changes between the day and night adjustments when you turn off or on the car
headlights.*
1
; ON: Selects the night adjustments. ; OFF: Selects the day adjustments.
BRIGHTNESS Sets the display and button brightness for day and night separately.
1 DAY/NIGHT: Select day or night.
2 BUTTON ZONE/DISP ZONE: Select the zone for setting.
3 Set the brightness level (00 to 31). (Default: DAY: 31 ; NIGHT: 15)
DISPLAY
SCROLL
* 2 ONCE: Scrolls the display information once. ; AUTO: Repeats scrolling at 5-second
intervals. ; OFF: Cancels.
TAG DISPLAY ON: Shows the TAG information while playing MP3/WMA files. ; OFF: Cancels.
IPOD SWITCH
* 3 : For KD-R646 only
HEAD MODE: Controls music playback only from this unit. ; IPOD MODE: Controls music
playback from both the unit and iPod/iPhone. ; EXT MODE: Controls music playback only
from the iPod/iPhone.
SRC SELECT
AM
* 4 ON: Enables AM in source selection. ; OFF: Disables.
SW1
* 4 ON: Enables SW1 in source selection. ; OFF: Disables.
SW2
* 4 ON: Enables SW2 in source selection. ; OFF: Disables.
AUX
* 4 ON: Enables AUX in source selection. ; OFF: Disables. ; BT ADAPTER: Select when the
KS-BTA100 Bluetooth adapter is connected to the AUX jack ( ➜ 7). The source name will
change to BT AUDIO.
*1The illumination control wire connection is required.
( ➜ 13)
*2Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blanked).
*3Displayed only when the source is USB-IPOD.
*4Not displayed when the corresponding source is selected.
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RADIO
Search for a station
1 Press LSOURCE to select FM, AM, SW1 or SW2.
2 Press E/F(or 2/3on RM-RK52) to search for a station automatically.
(or)
Press and hold E/ F(or 2/3on RM-RK52) until “M” flashes, then press
repeatedly to search for a station manually.
Store a station
You can store up to 18 stations for FM and 6 stations for AM/SW1/SW2.
While listening to a station....
Press and hold one of the number buttons (1to 6) to store.
(or)
1 Press and hold the volume knob until “PRESET MODE” flashes.
2 Turn the volume knob to select a preset number, then press the knob.
The preset number flashes and “MEMORY” appears.
Select a stored station
Press one of the number buttons (1to 6).
(or)
1 Press MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select a preset number, then press the knob.
Other settings
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [TUNER] , then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press
the knob.
4 Press MENU to exit.
Default:
XX
SSM SSM 01 – 06 / SSM 07 – 12 / SSM 13 – 18: Automatically presets up to 18
stations for FM. “SSM” stops flashing when the first 6 stations are stored. Select
SSM 07 – 12 / SSM 13 – 18 to store the following 12 stations.
MONO Displayed only when the source is FM.
MONO ON: Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect will be lost. ;
MONO OFF: Cancels.
IF BAND AUTO: Increases the tuner selectivity to reduce interference noises from adjacent
stations. (Stereo effect may be lost.) ; WIDE: Subjects to interference noises from
adjacent stations, but sound quality will not be degraded and the stereo effect will
remain.
RADIO TIMER Turns on the radio at a specific time regardless of the current source.
1 ONCE/ DAILY/ WEEKLY/ OFF: Select how often the timer will be turned on.
2 FM/ AM/SW1/SW2: Select the FM, AM, SW1 or SW2 band.
3 01 to 18 (for FM)/ 01 to 06 (for AM/SW1/SW2): Select the preset station.
4 Set the activation day and time.
• “ M ” lights up when complete.
Radio Timer will not activate for the following cases.
• The unit is turned off.
• [OFF] is selected for [AM] in [SRC SELECT] after Radio Timer for AM is selected.
( ➜ 4)
“ST” lights up when
receiving an FM stereo
broadcast with sufficient
signal strength.
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CD / USB / iPod
To Do this CD USB iPod
Select a track/file Press E/ F(or 2/3on RM-RK52). *2
Select a folder
(MP3/WMA)
Press 1∞/25(or 5/∞on RM-RK52). —
Reverse/Fast-forward Press and hold E/ F(or 2/3on RM-RK52). *2
Select a track/file
from a list
1Press MENU
2Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
• MP3/WMA file: Select the desired folder, then a file.
• iPod or JVC Playlist Creator (JPC) / JVC Music Control (JMC) file*3: Select
the desired file from the list (PLAYLISTS, ARTISTS, ALBUMS, SONGS,
PODCASTS*4, GENRES, COMPOSERS*4).
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press G.
• To cancel, press MENU.
Note: Turn the volume knob quickly to fast-search.
*5
Repeat play Press 6Brepeatedly to make a selection.
• Audio CD or JPC / JMC file: TRACK RPT, RPT OFF
• MP3/WMA file: TRACK RPT, FOLDER RPT, RPT OFF
• iPod: ONE RPT, ALL RPT
*5
Random play Press 5Arepeatedly to make a selection.
• Audio CD: ALL RND, RND OFF
• MP3/WMA file or JPC / JMC file: FOLDER RND, ALL RND, RND OFF
• iPod: SONG RND, ALBUM RND*6, RND OFF
*5
Start playback
CD
The source changes to CD and playback starts.
• To eject a disc, press 0.
USB
The source changes to USB and playback
starts.
iPod/iPhone ( KD-R646 only)
The source changes to USB-IPOD and
playback starts.
• You can also change the source from the
other source to iPod by pressing iPod.
Press 4 iPod MODE repeatedly to select
the control mode ( [HEAD MODE] / [IPOD
MODE] / [EXT MODE] ) directly.
• See also [IPOD SWITCH] . ( ➜ 4)
*1Do not leave the cable inside the car
when not using.
Label side
USB input terminal
USB input terminal USB 2.0 cable
*1
(commercially available)
USB 2.0 cable
*1
(accessory of the iPod/iPhone)
KD-R646
KD-R646
: Applicable
— : Not applicable
*4Only for iPod.
*5Applicable under
[HEAD MODE] only. ( ➜ 4)
*6Not applicable for some iPod/iPhone.
*2Applicable under
[HEAD MODE] and [IPOD MODE] only. ( ➜ 4)
*3Only for files registered in the database created with JPC / JMC.
( ➜ 9)
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AUX
Use a portable audio player
1 Connect a portable audio player (commercially available).
2 Select [ON] for [AUX] in [SRC SELECT] . ( ➜ 4)
3 Press LSOURCE to select AUX.
4 Turn on the portable audio player and start playback.
Use a 3-core plug head stereo mini plug for optimum audio output.
Use a Bluetooth® device
1 Connect the Bluetooth adapter, KS-BTA100 (separately purchased).
2 Register (pair) the Bluetooth device with KS-BTA100.
3 Select [BT ADAPTER] for [AUX] in [SRC SELECT] . ( ➜ 4) .
4 Press LSOURCE to select BT AUDIO.
5 Start using the Bluetooth device.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of KS-BTA100.
3.5 mm stereo mini plug with “L” shaped
connector (commercially available)
Portable audio player
Auxiliary input jack
Auxiliary input jack
Blue/white Blue/white: Remote
Black Black: Ground
Brown Brown: Tel muting
Wiring harness of the unit
(
➜ 13)
ILLUMINATION ( KD-R646 only)
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [COLOR] or [COLOR SETUP] , then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press
the knob.
4 Press MENU to exit.
Default: XX
COLOR : Select a color for [BUTTON ZONE] , [DISP ZONE] , and [ALL ZONE] separately.
BUTTON ZONE
[COLOR 06]
COLOR 01 to COLOR 29: The selected color is shown on the selected zone.
USER: The color you have created in [COLOR SETUP] is shown on the
selected zone.
COLOR FLOW 01 to COLOR FLOW 03: Color changes at different speeds.
DISP ZONE
[COLOR 01]
ALL ZONE
[COLOR 06]
The button and display illumination will change to the current or selected
[BUTTON ZONE] color.
COLOR SETUP
: Store your own day and night colors for [BUTTON ZONE] and
[DISP ZONE] separately.
DAY COLOR
1 BUTTON ZONE / DISP ZONE: Select a zone.
2 RED / GREEN / BLUE: Select a primary color.
3 00 to 31: Select the level.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all the primary colors.
• Your setting is stored to [USER] in [COLOR].
• If [00] is selected for all primary colors for [DISP ZONE], nothing appears
on the display.
NIGHT COLOR
MENU COLOR ON: Changes the display and buttons illumination when settings are
performed on menu and list search. ; OFF: Cancels.
[NIGHT COLOR]
or [DAY COLOR] is changed by turning on or off your car’s headlight.
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AUDIO SETTINGS
To Do this
Select a preset
equalizer
Press EQ repeatedly.
FLAT (default), NATURAL, DYNAMIC, VOCAL BOOST, BASS BOOST, USER
Store your own
sound settings
1 Press and hold EQ.
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
SUB.W *1: –08 to +08 Default: (00)
BASS LVL: –06 to +06 (00)
MID LVL: –06 to +06 (00)
TRE LVL: –06 to +06 (00)
• The setting is stored to [USER] in EQ.
• To return to the previous item, press G.
• To exit, press EQ.
*1Displayed only when
[L/O MODE] is set to [SUB.W] and [SUB.W] is set to [ON] .
Other settings
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [PRO EQ] or [AUDIO] , then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the table below), then press the knob.
Repeat step 3until the desired item is selected.
4 Press MENU to exit.
PRO EQ
1 BASS / MIDDLE / TREBLE: Select a sound tone.
2 Adjust the sound elements of the selected sound tone.
BASS Frequency: 60/ 80/ 100/ 200 Hz Default: (80 Hz)
Level: –06 to +06 (00)
Q: Q1.0/ Q1.25/ Q1.5/ Q2.0 (Q1.0)
MIDDLE Frequency: 0.5/ 1.0/1.5/ 2.5 kHz Default: (1.0 kHz)
Level: –06 to +06 (00)
Q: Q0.75/ Q1.0/ Q1.25 (Q1.25)
TREBLE Frequency: 10.0/ 12.5/ 15.0/ 17.5 kHz Default: (10.0 kHz)
Level: –06 to +06 (00)
Q: Q FIX (Q FIX)
The setting is stored to [USER] in EQ.
Default: XX
AUDIO
FADER
*2 *3
R06 — F06 (00): Adjusts the front and rear speaker output balance.
BALANCE
*3
L06 — R06 (00): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.
BASS BOOST +01 / +02: Selects your preferred bass boost level. ; OFF: Cancels.
LOUD LOW / HIGH: Boosts low or high frequencies to produce a well-
balanced sound at low volume. ; OFF: Cancels.
VOL ADJUST –05 — +05 (00): Presets the volume adjustment level of each
source (compared to the FM volume level). Before adjustment,
select the source you want to adjust. (“VOL ADJ FIX” appears if FM
is selected.)
L/O MODE SUB.W / REAR: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are
connected to the REAR/SW line out terminals on the rear panel
(through an external amplifier).
SUB.W
*4
ON / OFF: Turns on or off the subwoofer output.
SUB.W LPF
*5
THROUGH: All signals are sent to the subwoofer. ; LOW 55Hz /
MID 85Hz / HIGH 120Hz: Audio signals with frequencies lower
than 55 Hz/ 85 Hz/ 120 Hz are sent to the subwoofer.
SUB.W LEVEL
*5
–08 — +08 (00): Adjusts the subwoofer output level.
HPF
LOW 100Hz / MID 120Hz / HIGH 150Hz: Audio signals with
frequencies lower than 100 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 150 Hz are cut off from
the front/rear speakers. ; OFF: All signals are sent to the front/rear
speakers.
BEEP ON / OFF: Activates or deactivates the keypress tone.
TEL MUTING
*6
ON: Mutes the sounds while using the cellular phone (not connected
through KS-BTA100). ; OFF: Cancels.
AMP GAIN LOW POWER: Limits the maximum volume level to 30. (Select if
the maximum power of each speaker is less than 50 W to prevent
damaging the speakers.) ; HIGH POWER: The maximum volume
level is 50.
*2If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to
[00] .
*3This adjustment will not affect the subwoofer output.
*4Displayed only when
[L/O MODE] is set to [SUB.W] .
*5Displayed only when
[SUB.W] is set to [ON] .
*6Does not work if
[BT ADAPTER] is selected for [AUX] in [SRC SELECT] .
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MORE INFORMATION
About discs and audio files
• This unit can only play the following CDs:
• This unit can play back multi-session discs; however, unclosed
sessions will be skipped during playback.
• Unplayable discs:
- Discs that are not round.
- Discs with coloring on the recording surface or discs that are
dirty.
- Recordable/ReWritable discs that have not been finalized.
- 8 cm CD. Attempting to insert using an adapter may cause
malfunction.
• 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
cannot be recommended.
• Playable files:
- File extensions: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma)
- Bit rate: MP3: 8 kbps — 320 kbps
WMA: 32 kbps — 192 kbps
- Sampling frequency:
MP3: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 16 kHz,
12 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 8 kHz
WMA: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz
- Variable bit rate (VBR) files.
• Maximum number of characters for file/folder name:
It depends on the disc format used (includes 4 extension
characters—<.mp3> or<.wma>).
- ISO 9660 Level 1 and 2: 64 characters
- Romeo: 64 characters
- Joliet: 32 characters
- Windows long file name: 64 characters
About USB devices
• This unit can play MP3/WMA files stored on a USB mass storage
class device.
• You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub and Multi Card
Reader.
• Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5 m may
result in abnormal playback.
• The maximum number of characters for:
- Folder names: 63 characters
- File names: 63 characters
- MP3 Tag: 60 characters
- WMA Tag: 60 characters
• This unit can recognize a total of 65 025 files, 255 folders (255
files per folder including folder without unsupported files), and of
8 hierarchies.
• This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose rating is other
than 5 V and exceeds 1 A.
About iPod/iPhone
• Made for
- iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)
- iPod classic
- iPod with video (5th generation)*
- iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th generation)
- iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S
* [IPOD MODE]/ [EXT MODE] are not applicable.
• It is not possible to browse video files on the “Videos” menu in
[HEAD MODE].
• The song order displayed on the selection menu of this unit may
differ from that of the iPod/iPhone.
• If some operations are not performed correctly or as intended,
visit: <http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/index.html>
(English website only).
About “JVC Playlist Creator” and “JVC Music
Control”
• This unit supports the PC application “JVC Playlist Creator” and
Android
TM
application “JVC Music Control.”
• When you use an audio file with database added using the “JVC
Playlist Creator” or “JVC Music Control,” you can search for a file
by title, album or artist name using Music Search.
• “JVC Playlist Creator” and “JVC Music Control” are available from
the following web site:
<http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/index.html>
(English website only).
Display information
FM or AM Frequency Day/Clock
CD or USB Album title/Artist*
= Track title* = Track
no./Playing time = Day/Clock = (back to the
beginning)
USB-IPOD [HEAD MODE] or [IPOD MODE]: Album title/
Artist*
= Track title* = Track no./Playing time
= Day/Clock = (back to the beginning)
[EXT MODE]: EXT MODE Day/Clock
AUX AUX Day/Clock
BT AUDIO BT AUDIO Day/Clock
* “NO NAME” appears for conventional CDs or if not recorded.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Remedy
Sound cannot be heard. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level.
• Check the cords and connections.
• Be sure the rear ground terminal connected to the car’s chassis
are using shorter and thicker cords.
“MISWIRING CHK WIRING THEN
RESET UNIT” / “WARNING CHK
WIRING THEN RESET UNIT”
appears and no operations can
be done.
Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker wires are
insulated properly, then reset the unit. If this does not solve the
problem, consult your nearest service center.
Source cannot be selected. Check the [SRC SELECT] setting. (
➜ 4)
Radio reception is poor. / Static
noise while listening to the radio.
• Connect the antenna firmly.
• Pull the antenna out all the way.
Correct characters are not
displayed.
This unit can only display uppercase letters, numbers, and a
limited number of symbols.
“PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear
alternately.
Press
0 , then insert the disc correctly.
“IN DISC” appears. Make sure nothing is blocking the loading slot when you eject
the disc.
Disc cannot be ejected. Press and hold
0 to forcibly eject the disc. Be careful not to
drop the disc when it is ejected.
Playback order is not as
intended.
The playback order is determined by the file name (USB) or the
order in which files were recorded (disc).
Elapsed playing time is not
correct.
This depends on the recording process earlier.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears and
track skips.
Check whether the track is a playable format. (
➜ 9)
“CANNOT PLAY” flashes and/
or connected device cannot be
detected.
• Check whether the connected device is compatible with this
unit and ensure the files are in supported formats. (
➜ 9)
• Reattach the device.
Symptom Remedy
“READING” keeps flashing. • Do not use too many hierarchical levels and folders.
• Reload the disc or reattach the USB device.
The iPod/iPhone does not
turn on or does not work.
• Check the connection between this unit and iPod/iPhone.
• Detach and reset the iPod/iPhone using hard reset.
• Check whether the [IPOD SWITCH] setting is appropriate.
(
➜ 4)
If you still have troubles, reset the unit. (➜3)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Audio amplifier
Maximum Power Output 50 W per channel
Continuous Power Output (RMS) 20 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at
less than 1% total harmonic distortion
Load Impedance 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowance)
Frequency Response 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 70 dB
Line-Out, Subwoofer-Out Level/
Impedance
4.8 V/10 kΩ load (full scale)
Output Impedance ≤ 600 Ω
Tuner
FM Frequency Range 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
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 65 dB (at 400 kHz)
Frequency Response 40 Hz to 15 000 Hz
Stereo Separation 40 dB
AM Frequency Range MW 531 kHz to 1 611 kHz (9 kHz step)
SW1 2 940 kHz to 7 735 kHz (5 kHz step)
SW2 9 500 kHz to 10 135 kHz/
11 580 kHz to 18 135 kHz (5 kHz step)
Sensitivity/Selectivity 20 μV/40 dB
CD player
Signal Detection System Non-contact optical pickup (semiconductor laser)
Number of Channels 2 channels (stereo)
Frequency Response 5 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 98 dB
Wow and Flutter Below measurable limit
USB
USB Standard USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed) Max. 12 Mbps
Compatible Devices Mass storage class
Compatible File Systems FAT 32/16/12
Playable Audio Formats MP3/WMA
Maximum Supply Current DC 5 V
d 1 A
General
Power Requirements (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)
Installation Size (approx.) 182 mm × 53 mm × 159 mm
Panel Size (approx.)
KD-R646 : 188 mm × 59 mm × 10 mm
KD-R446 / KD-R445 / KD-R444 :
188 mm × 59 mm × 13 mm
Weight (excluding accessories) 1.2 k
g
Subject to change without notice.
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INSTALLATION / CONNECTION
Warning
• The unit can only be used with a 12 V DC power supply, negative ground.
• Disconnect the battery’s negative terminal before wiring and mounting.
• Do not connect Battery wire (yellow) and Ignition wire (red) to the car
chassis or Ground wire (black) to prevent a short circuit.
• Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape to prevent a short circuit.
• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation.
Caution
• For safety’s sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult
the car audio dealer.
• Install this unit in the console of your vehicle. Do not touch the metal
parts of this unit during and shortly after use of the unit. Metal parts
such as the heat sink and enclosure become hot.
• Do not connect the · wires of speaker to the car chassis, Ground wire
(black), or in parallel.
• Connect speakers with a maximum power of more than 50 W. If the
maximum power of the speakers is lower than 50 W, change the
[AMP GAIN] setting to avoid damaging the speakers. ( ➜ 8)
• Mount the unit with the angle of 30° or less.
• If your vehicle wiring harness does not have the ignition terminal,
connect Ignition wire (red) to the terminal on the vehicle’s fuse box
which provides 12 V DC power supply and is turned on and off by the
ignition key.
• After the unit is installed, check whether the brake lamps, blinkers,
wipers, etc. on the car are working properly.
• If the fuse blows, first make sure the wires are not touching car’s
chassis, then replace the old fuse with one that has the same rating.
Basic procedure
1 Remove the key from the ignition switch, then
disconnect the ·terminal of the car battery.
2 Connect the wires properly.
See Wiring connection. ( ➜ 13)
3 Install the unit to your car.
See Installing the unit (in-dash mounting).
4 Connect the ·terminal of the car battery.
5 Reset the unit. ( ➜ 3)
Do the required wiring.
(
➜ 13)
How to remove the unit
Installing the unit (in-dash mounting)
When installing without the mounting sleeve
Bracket (not supplied)
Bend the appropriate tabs to hold
the sleeve firmly in place.
Make sure the direction of
the trim plate.
Pocket
Flat or round head screws (not supplied)
M5 × 8 mm
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STEERING
WHEEL
REMOTE
KD-R646 KD-R446 / KD-R445 / KD-R444
Car fuse block
Ignition switch
Recommended connection
Light blue/yellow
KD-R646 only
Vehicle-specific Wiring Harness
(separately purchased)
For more information:
Metra Electronics: www.metraonline.com
Scosche Industries: www.scosche.com
Blue/white: To amplifier
Blue: To power antenna
Make this connection if
your vehicle factory wiring
harness does not have “12 V
ignition switch” wire.
Separate red wire
Wiring connection
Signal cord (not supplied)
Remote wire
(not supplied)
Rear ground terminal
To the steering wheel
remote control adapter
Fuse (10 A)
Antenna terminal
JVC Amplifier
Factory wiring harness
(vehicle)
Vehicle dashboard
Part list for installation
( ×2 )
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A Faceplate
B Mounting sleeve
C Trim plate
D Wiring harness
E Extraction key
Black: Ground
Yellow: Battery 12 V
White: Front speaker (left)
White/black
Gray: Front speaker (right)
Gray/black
Green: Rear speaker (left)
Green/black
Purple: Rear speaker (right)
Purple/black
Join the same color wires together.
Red: Ignition 12 V
Orange/white: Illumination
Brown: Tel muting
Blue/white: Remote (200 mA max.)
Front output
Rear/subwoofer output Rear/subwoofer output
Blue: Power antenna (250 mA max.)
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of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has
been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, 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. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod,
or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
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The marking of products using lasers
The label is attached to the chassis/case and says that the component uses laser
beams that have been classified as Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing
laser beams that are of a weaker class. There is no danger of hazardous radiation
outside the unit.
© 2012 JVC KENWOOD Corporation
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