JVC KW-R515 User manual

Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
ENGLISH
B5A-0231-00 [U]
KW-R515
CD RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Please read all instructions carefully before
operation to obtain the best possible performance
from the unit.
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
CONTENTS BEFORE USE
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 accidents.
• 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 if it might hinder safe driving.
• 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 the battery out of reach of children and in its original packaging when not in used. Dispose of used
batteries promptly. If swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
BEFORE USE 2
BASICS 3
GETTING STARTED 4
CD / USB 5
RADIO 6
AUX 8
AUDIO SETTINGS 8
DISPLAY SETTINGS 10
MORE INFORMATION 11
TROUBLESHOOTING 12
SPECIFICATIONS 13
INSTALLATION /
CONNECTION 14
How to read this manual
• Operations are explained mainly
using buttons on the faceplate.
•
[XX] indicates the selected items.
•
( XX) indicates references are
available on the stated page.
Maintenance
Cleaning the unit: Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicone or soft cloth.
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 silicone 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.
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Remote control (RM-RK52)
To Do this (on the faceplate) Do this (on the remote control)
Turn on the power Press B/SOURCE.
• 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 B/SOURCE repeatedly.
• Press B/SOURCE, then turn the volume knob within 2 seconds.
Press SOURCE repeatedly.
Change the display
information
Press DISP repeatedly.
( 11)
• Press and hold to scroll the current display information. ( not available )
BASICS
How to reset
Your preset adjustments
will also be erased.
Volume knob
(turn/press)
Loading slot Display window
Faceplate
ENGLISH |
Pull out the insulation sheet
when using for the first time.
How to replace the battery
Remote sensor
(Do not expose to bright sunlight.)
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
GETTING STARTED
Cancel the demonstration
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [DEMO] , then press the knob.
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 make the settings, then press the knob.
Day Hour Minute
5 Turn the volume knob to select [24H/ 12H] , then press the knob.
6 Turn the volume knob to select [12 HOUR] or [24 HOUR] , then press the
knob.
7 Press MENU to exit.
1
2
Set the basic settings
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table),
then press the knob.
3 Press MENU to exit.
To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
Default: XX
CLOCK
CLOCK ADJ AUTO
:The clock time is automatically set using the Clock Time (CT) data in
FM Radio Data System signal.;
OFF :Cancels.
CLOCK DISP ON :The clock time is shown on the display even when the unit is turned
off.;
OFF :Cancels.
SETTINGS
BEEP ON
:Activates the keypress tone.; OFF :Deactivates.
SRC SELECT
AM
* ON :Enables AM in source selection.; OFF :Disables.
SW1 * ON :Enables SW1 in source selection.; OFF :Disables.
SW2 * ON :Enables SW2 in source selection.; OFF :Disables.
AUX * ON :Enables AUX in source selection.; OFF :Disables.; BT ADAPTER :Select
when the KS-BTA100 Bluetooth adapter is connected to the auxiliary input
jack
( 8) . The source name will change to BTAUDIO.
F/W UPDATE
SYSTEM
F/W xxxx YES
:Starts upgrading the firmware.; NO :Cancels (upgrading is not
activated).
For details on how to update the firmware, see:
<http://www.jvc.net/cs/car/>.
* Not displayed when the corresponding source is selected.
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
CD / USB
To Do this
Select a track/file Press S/ T(or press H/Ion RM-RK52).
Select a folder *2Press J/K(or press J/Kon RM-RK52).
Reverse/
Fast-forward
Press and hold S/ T(or press and hold H/Ion RM-RK52).
Repeat play Press 3repeatedly to make a selection.
• Audio CD or JVC Playlist Creator (JPC) / JVC Music Control (JMC) file
( 11) :
TRACKRPT, RPT OFF
• MP3/WMA/WAV file: TRACKRPT, FOLDER RPT, RPT OFF
Random play Press 2repeatedly to make a selection.
• Audio CD: ALL RND, RND OFF
• MP3/WMA/WAV file or JPC / JMC file: FOLDERRND, ALL RND, RND OFF
*1Do not leave the cable inside the car when not using.
*2Only for MP3/WMA/WAV files.
Start playback
The source changes automatically and
playback starts.
CD
USB
Eject disc Label side
USB input terminal
USB 2.0 cable
*1
(commercially available)
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Select a track/file from a list
1 Press MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
• MP3/WMA/WAV file: Select the desired folder, then a file.
• JPC / JMC file: Select the desired file from the list (PLAYLISTS,
ARTISTS, ALBUMS, SONGS, GENRES).
If you have many files....
You can search through them quickly (on step 2above) by turning the
volume knob quickly.
Change the USB drive
When a smartphone (Mass Storage Class) is connected to the USB input
terminal, you can select its internal memory or external memory (such as an
SD card) to playback the stored songs.
You can also select the desired drive to playback when a multiple drives
device is connected.
Press number button 5repeatedly to select the desired drive.
(or)
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [USB/IPOD] , then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [USB] , then press the knob.
4 Press the volume knob to select [DRIVECHANGE] .
The next drive is selected automatically.
Repeat steps 1to 4to select the following drives.
Selectable items:
[DRIVE  1] to [DRIVE  5]
• To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
• To cancel, press MENU.
RADIO
“ST” lights up when receiving an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient
signal strength.
Search for a station
1 Press B/SOURCE to select FM, AM, SW1 or SW2.
2 Press S/ T(or press H/Ion RM-RK52) to search for a station
automatically.
(or)
Press and hold S/ T(or press and hold H/Ion 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.
CD / USB
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
RADIO
• To select a stored station: Press J/Kor one of the number buttons
(1to6).
(or)
Press MENU, then turn the volume knob to select a preset number and
press the knob to confirm.
Search for your favorite program (PTY Search)
Available only for FM source.
1 Press and hold .
2 Turn the volume knob to select a PTY code, then press the knob to
start searching.
If there is a station broadcasting a program of the same PTY code as
you have selected, that station is tuned in.
PTY code: NEWS , AFFAIRS , INFO , SPORT , EDUCATE , DRAMA , CULTURE , SCIENCE , VARIED ,
POP M (music), ROCK M (music), EASY M (music), LIGHT M (music), CLASSICS , OTHER M
(music),
WEATHER , FINANCE , CHILDREN , SOCIAL , RELIGION , PHONE IN , TRAVEL , LEISURE ,
JAZZ , COUNTRY , NATION M (music), OLDIES , FOLK M (music), DOCUMENT
Activate TA Standby Reception
Available only for FM source.
Press .
The unit will temporarily switch to Traffic Announcement (TA) (if
available) from any source other than AM, SW1, or SW2.
• To deactivate, press again.
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 following table ) ,
then press the knob.
4 Press MENU to exit.
To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
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*
1
and time.
• “
M ” lights up when complete.
*
1
Selectable only when [ONCE] or [WEEKLY] is selected in step 1 .
Radio Timer will not activate for the following cases.
• The unit is turned off.
•
[OFF] is selected for [AM/SW1/SW2] in [SRC SELECT] after Radio Timer
for AM/SW1/SW2 is selected.
( 4)
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.
IF BAND *2 AUTO :Increases the tuner selectivity to reduce interference noises from
adjacent FM stations. (Stereo effect may be lost.);
WIDE :Subjects to
interference noises from adjacent FM stations, but sound quality will not be
degraded and the stereo effect will remain.
MONO *2 ON :Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect will be lost.;
OFF :Cancels.
NEWS-STBY *2 ON :The unit will temporarily switch to News Programme if available.;
OFF :Cancels.
REGIONAL *2 ON : Switches to another station only in the specific region using the “AF”
control.;
OFF :Cancels.
AF SET *2 ON : Automatically searches for another station broadcasting the same
program in the same Radio Data System network with better reception
when the current reception is poor.;
OFF : Cancels.
*2Only for FM source.
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Use a portable audio player
1 Connect a portable audio player (commercially available).
2 Select [ON] for [AUX] in [SRC SELECT] . ( 4)
3 Press B/SOURCE 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 B/SOURCE to select BT AUDIO.
5 Start using the Bluetooth device.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of KS-BTA100.
AUX
Auxiliary input jack
Blue/white Blue/white: Remote
Black Black: Ground
Brown Brown: Tel muting
Wiring harness of the unit
( 15)
3.5mm stereo mini plug with “L” shaped connector
(commercially available)
Portable audio player
Auxiliary input jack
AUDIO SETTINGS
To Do this
Select a preset
equalizer
Press EQ repeatedly.
(or)
Press EQ, then turn the volume knob within
2seconds.
FLAT (default), HARD ROCK, JAZZ, POP, R&B,
TALK, USER1, USER2, VOCAL BOOST, BASS BOOST,
CLASSICAL, DANCE
Store your
own sound
settings
Default:
00
1 Press and hold EQ.
2 Turn the volume knob to select [EASY EQ] , then press
the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to select [USER1] or [USER2] ,
then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then
press the knob.
SUB.W
*: –08 to +08
BASSLVL: –06 to +06
MIDLVL:–06to+06
TRELVL: –06 to +06
• To return to the previous setting item, press G.
• To exit, press EQ.
* Displayed only when
[L/O  MODE] is set to [SUB.W] ( 9) and [SUB.W] is set
to
[ON] . ( 9)
Other settings
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection ( 9) , then press the
knob.
Repeat step 2until the desired item is selected.
3 Press MENU to exit.
To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press G.
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Default: XX
EQ SETTING
EQ PRESET FLAT
/ HARD ROCK / JAZZ / POP / R&B / TALK / USER1 / USER2 /
VOCAL BOOST / BASS BOOST / CLASSICAL / DANCE :Selects a preset
equalizer.
EASY EQ
Default: 00
1 USER1 / USER2 :Select a preset name.
2 Adjust your own sound settings.
SUB.W
*1
: –08 to +08 / BASS  LVL : –06 to +06 /
MID  LVL: –06 to +06 / TRE  LVL : –06 to +06
PRO EQ
1 USER1 / USER2 :Select a preset name.
2 BASS / MIDDLE / TREBLE :Select a sound tone.
3 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 )
AUDIO
BASS BOOST +01
/ +02 : Selects your preferred bass boost level.; OFF :Cancels.
LOUD 01 / 02 :Boosts low or high frequencies to produce a well-balanced sound
at low volume.;
OFF :Cancels.
SUB.W  LEVEL
*1
–08 — +08 ( 00 ):Adjusts the subwoofer output level.
SUB.W
*2
ON / OFF : Turns on or off the subwoofer output.
SUB.W  LPF
*1
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.
FADER
*3
*4
R06 — F06 ( 00 ):Adjusts the front and rear speaker output balance.
BALANCE
*3
L06 — R06 ( 00 ):Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.
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.)
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.
D.T.EXP
(Digital Track
Expander)
ON :Creates realistic sound by compensating the high-frequency
components and restoring the rise-time of the waveform that are lost in
audio data compression.;
OFF :Cancels.
TEL  MUTING
*5
ON :Mutes the sounds while using the cellular phone (not connected
through KS-BTA100).;
OFF :Cancels.
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).
*1Displayed only when
[L/O  MODE] is set to [SUB.W] and [SUB.W] is set to
[ON] .
*2Displayed only when
[L/O  MODE] is set to [SUB.W] .
*3This adjustment will not affect the subwoofer output.
*4If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to
[00] .
*5Does not work if
[BT  ADAPTER] is selected for [AUX] in [SRC  SELECT] . ( 4)
AUDIO SETTINGS
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1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table),
then press the knob.
Repeat step
2until the desired item is selected.
3 Press MENU to exit.
To return to the previous setting item or hierarchy, press .
Default: XX
DISPLAY
DIMMER
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 button, display and USB input terminal brightness for day and night
separately.
1 DAY / NIGHT :Select day or night.
2 Select a zone for setting. ( Illustration above)
3 Set the brightness level ( 00 to 31 ). (Default: DAY : 31 ; NIGHT : 15 )
SCROLL * 2 ONCE :Scrolls the display information once.; AUTO :Repeats scrolling at
5-second intervals.;
OFF :Cancels.
*1
The illumination control wire connection is required. ( 15)
*2
Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blanked).
DISPLAY SETTINGS
COLOR
PRESET
Select a color for [ BUTTON ZONE ].
Default: [
COLOR 06 ]
•
COLOR 01 to COLOR 29
• USER : The color you have created for [ DAY COLOR ] or
[
NIGHT COLOR ] is shown.
•
COLOR FLOW 01 to COLOR FLOW 03 : Color changes at different
speeds.
DAY COLOR Store your own day and night colors.
1 RED / GREEN / BLUE :Select a primary color.
2 00 to 31 :Select the level.
Repeat steps
1 and 2 for all the primary colors.
• Your setting is stored to
[USER] in [PRESET] .
NIGHT COLOR
MENU COLOR ON
:Changes the button illumination to white color when settings are
performed on menu and list search.;
OFF :Cancels.
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
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: 8kHz — 48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: 32 characters
- Romeo: 32 characters
- Joliet: 32 characters
- Windows long file name: 32 characters
About USB devices
• This unit can play MP3/WMA/WAV files stored on a USB
mass storage class device.
• You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub.
• Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5m
may result in abnormal playback.
• The maximum number of characters for:
- Folder names: 64 characters
- File names: 64 characters
- MP3 Tag: 64 characters
- WMA Tag: 64 characters
- WAV Tag: 64 characters
• This unit can recognize a total of 20 480 files, 999 folders
(999 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 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 play audio file with song data added using the
JVC Playlist Creator or JVC Music Control, you can search for
audio file by Genres, Artists, Albums, Playlists, and Songs.
• JVC Playlist Creator and JVC Music Control are available
from the following web site:
<http://www.jvc.net/cs/car/>.
Change the display information
Press DISP repeatedly.
FM / AM /
SW1 / SW2
Station name (PS)*
1
Frequency Program
type (PTY)*
1
*
2
Title*
1
*
2
Day/Clock
(back to the beginning)
*1
For FM Radio Data System stations only.
*2
If unavailable, “NO PTY” / “NO TEXT”
appears.
CD or USB Playing time Day/Clock Disc name*
3
Album title/Artist*
4
Track title*
5
Folder/
file name*
6
(back to the beginning)
*3
Only for CD-DA: If not recorded, “NO
NAME” appears.
*4
Only for MP3/WMA files: If not recorded,
“NO NAME” appears.
*5
If not recorded, “NO NAME” appears.
*6
Only for MP3/WMA files.
AUX AUX Day/Clock
BT AUDIO BT AUDIO Day/Clock
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Remedy
Sound cannot be heard. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level.
• Check the cords and connections.
“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 , 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 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.
( 11)
Symptom Remedy
“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.
( 11)
• Reattach the device.
“READING” keeps flashing. • Do not use too many hierarchical levels and folders.
• Reload the disc or reattach the USB device.
If you still have troubles, reset the unit. ( 3)
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ENGLISH |
Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
SPECIFICATIONS
USB
USB Standard USB1.1, USB2.0 (Full speed)
Compatible Devices Mass storage class
File System FAT12/16/32
Maximum Supply Current DC5V 1A
MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA Decode Compliant with Windows Media Audio
WAV Decode Linear-PCM
Auxiliary

Frequency Response (±3dB) 20Hz—20kHz
Input Maximum Voltage 1200mV
Input Impedance 30kΩ
Audio
Maximum Output Power 50W×4
Full Bandwidth Power
(at less than 1% THD)
22W×4
Speaker Impedance 4Ω—8Ω
Preout Level/Load (CD) 2500mV/10kΩ load
Preout Impedance ≤600Ω
General
Operating Voltage
(10.5V—16V allowable)
14.4V
Maximum Current Consumption 10A
Operating Temperature Range 0°C to +40°C
Installation Size (W×H×D) 180mm×100mm×158mm
Weight 1.5k
g
Subject to change without notice.
Tuner
FM Frequency Range 87.5MHz — 108.0MHz (50kHz step)
Usable Sensitivity
(S/N=26dB)
8.2dBf (0.71μV/75Ω)
Quieting Sensitivity
(DINS/N=46dB)
17.2dBf (2.0μV/75Ω)
Frequency Response (±3dB) 30Hz — 15kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (MONO) 64dB
Stereo Separation (1kHz) 40dB
AM Frequency Range Band 1 (MW): 531kHz — 1611kHz (9kHz step)
Band 2 (SW1): 2940kHz — 7735kHz (5kHz step)
Band 3 (SW2):
9500kHz — 10135kHz (5kHz step)
11580kHz — 18135kHz
(5kHzstep)
Channel Space Selection Band 1: 9kHz
Band 2/3: 5kHz
Usable Sensitivity
(S/N=20dB)
MW: 29dBμ (28.2μV)
SW: 30dBμ (32μV)
CD player
Laser Diode GaAIAs
Digital Filter (D/A) 8 times over sampling
Spindle Speed 500 rpm — 200 rpm (CLV)
Wow & Flutter Below measurable limit
Frequency Response (±1dB) 20 Hz — 20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz) 0.01 %
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1 kHz) 105 dB
Dynamic Range 90 dB
Channel Separation 85 dB
MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3
WMA Decode Compliant with Windows Media Audio
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
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 speakers to the car chassis or Ground wire
(black), or connect them 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. (  9)
• Mount the unit at an angle of less than 30º.
• 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.
• Keep all cables away from heat dissipate metal parts.
• 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.
(  15)
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)
Installing the unit (in-dash mounting)
Use only the specified screws. Using wrong screws might damage the unit.
Part list for installation
(A) Wiring harness (B) Flat head screw
(
M5 × 8mm )
(C) Round head screw
(
M5 × 8mm )
Mounting bracket
removed from the car
If there is an interfering tab
on the mounting bracket,
bend it flat.
* Screw removed from the car.
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ENGLISH |
Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
STEERING
WHEEL
REMOTE
Purple/black
Car fuse block
Ignition switch
Recommended
connection
Light blue/yellow
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)
To the steering wheel
remote control adapter
Fuse (10A)
Antenna terminal
JVC Amplifier
Factory wiring
harness (vehicle)
Vehicle dashboard
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)
Join the same color wires together.
Red: Ignition 12V
Orange/white: Illumination
Brown: Tel muting
Blue/white: Remote (200mA max.)
Rear/subwoofer
output
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Data Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
Book Size: B6L (182 mm x 128 mm)
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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.
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