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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS KD-R400 KD-R400 KD-R400 For customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located on the top or bottom of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. GET0576-001A...
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– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution: Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2.
Detaching the control panel Attaching the control panel How to reset your unit • 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.
Basic operations Using the control panel • FM/AM: Select preset station. • CD/USB: Select folder. • Turn on the power. • Attenuate the sound (if the power is on). • Turn off the power [Hold]. Select the source. AM * CD * (back to the beginning) •...
Using the remote controller (RM-RK50) Installing the lithium coin battery (CR2025) For USA-California Only: This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material—special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Caution: • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Preparation Canceling the display demonstration and setting the clock • See also page 14. Press and hold until the main menu is called up. [Turn] [Press] • Repeat this procedure. Changing the display information When the power is turned off: The current clock time is displayed if “CLOCK DISP” is set to “CLOCK OFF,” (see page 14).
Listening to the radio Select “FM” or “AM.” Search for a station to listen—Auto Search. When a station is tuned in, searching stops. To stop searching, press the same button again. • You can also search for a station manually—Manual Search. Hold either one of the buttons until “M”...
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.” Select preset number “04.” Disc operations Stop playing and ejecting the disc •...
Pressing (or holding) the following buttons allows you to... [Press] Pause/resume playback. MP3/WMA: Select folder [Press] Select track [Hold] Reverse/fast-forward track Selecting the playback modes You can use only one of the following playback modes at a time. [Turn] [Press] Ô...
To stop play and detach the USB device Straightly pull it out from the unit. • Press SRC to listen to another playback source. You can operate the USB device in the same way you operate the files on a disc. (See pages 9 and 10.) Cautions: •...
Selecting a preset sound mode You can select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre. • See also page 14. Preset value setting for each sound mode Sound BASS mode Freq. Level USER 60 Hz 00 Q1.25 1.0 kHz ROCK 100 Hz CLASSIC...
Select a tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the sound elements of the selected tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the frequency. Adjust the level. Adjust the Q-slope. Range/selectable items Sound elements BASS MIDDLE TREBLE Frequency 60 Hz 0.5 kHz 80 Hz 1.0 kHz 100 Hz 1.5 kHz 200 Hz...
Menu operations Call up the menu. Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] DEMO • DEMO ON Display demonstration • DEMO OFF CLOCK DISP * • CLOCK ON Clock display • CLOCK OFF CLOCK SET : Adjust the hour, then the minute, [7]. Clock setting : Select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre.
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Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] AREA • AREA US Tuner channel interval • AREA EU • AREA SA MONO * • MONO ON Monaural mode • MONO OFF IF BAND • AUTO Intermediate frequency band • WIDE COLOR 01 : Select one of the preset or user color for display and button (except EQ/ –...
Color settings Creating your own color —USER Color You can create your own colors—“DAY COLOR” or “NIGHT COLOR.” DAY COLOR: Used when “DIMMER” is set to “DIMMER OFF.” NIGHT COLOR: Used when “DIMMER” is set to “DIMMER ON.” Select “COLOR” “USER.”...
More about this unit Basic operations Turning on the power • By pressing SRC button on the unit, you can also turn on the power. If the source is ready, playback also starts. Turning off the power • 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.
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• CD-RWs may require a longer readout time since the reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than that of regular CDs. • Do not use the following CD-Rs or CD-RWs: – Discs with stickers, labels, or a protective seal stuck to the surface. –...
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• This unit can play back MP3/WMA files meeting the conditions below: – Bit rate of MP3: 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) –...
Troubleshooting What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • The unit does not work at all. • “AUX IN” cannot be selected. •...
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Symptoms • A longer readout time is required (“READING” keeps flashing on the display). • Tracks do not play back in the order you have intended them to play. • The elapsed playing time is not correct. • “NO FILE” appears on the display. •...
Maintenance How to clean the connectors Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened with alcohol, being careful not to damage the connectors. Connectors Moisture condensation Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the following cases: •...
Specifications AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Power Output: 20 W RMS × 4 Channels at 4 Ω and ≤ 1% THD+N Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 80 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω) Load Impedance: Tone Control Range: Frequency Response: Line-Out Level/Impedance: Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance: Output Impedance: Other Terminal: TUNER SECTION...
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CD PLAYER SECTION Type: Signal Detection System: Number of Channels: Frequency Response: Dynamic Range: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Wow and Flutter: MP3 Decoding Format: (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3) WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format: USB SECTION USB Standard: Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed): Compatible Device: Compatible File System: Playable Audio Format:...
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ENGLISH 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. WARNINGS To prevent short circuits, we recommend that you disconnect the battery’s negative terminal and make all electrical connections before...
La siguiente ilustración muestra una instalación típica. Si tiene alguna pregunta o necesita información acerca de las herramientas para instalación, consulte con su concesionario de JVC de equipos de audio para automóviles o a una compañía que suministra tales herramientas.
ENGLISH ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 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.
Connecting the external amplifier or subwoofer / Conexión de los amplificadores o subwoofer externos / Connexion d’amplificateurs extérieurs ou d’un caisson de grave You can connect an amplifier to upgrade your car stereo system. • Connect the remote lead (blue with white stripe) to the remote lead of the other equipment so that it can be controlled through this unit.
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CD RECEIVER CD-RECEIVER РЕСИВЕР С ПРОИГРЫВАТЕЛЕМ КОМПАКТ-ДИСКОВ ∆ΕΚΤΗΣ ΜΕ CD KD-R501/KD-R402/KD-R401 INSTRUCTIONS BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG ИНСТРУКЦИИ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ Ο∆ΗΓΙΕΣ GET0574-006A [EY]...
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Notice: The sign Pb below the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery contains lead. Thank you for purchasing a JVC product. possible performance from the unit. 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.
Detaching the control panel Attaching the control panel How to reset your unit • 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.
Basic operations • FM/AM: Select preset station. • CD/USB: Select folder. • Turn on the power. • Attenuate the sound (if the power is on). • Turn off the power [Hold]. Select the source. CD * AUX IN * (back to the beginning) •...
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Display window Tr (track) indicator Source display / Track number / Folder number / Time countdown indicator DISC indicator Sound mode indicators—CLASSIC, HIP HOP, JAZZ, ROCK, POPS, USER Playback mode / item indicators— RND (random), (disc), (folder), RPT (repeat) EQ (equalizer) indicator LOUD (loudness) indicator Disc information indicators—...
Preparation Canceling the display demonstration and setting the clock • See also page 16. Press and hold until the main menu is called up. [Turn] [Press] • Repeat this procedure. Changing the display information When the power is turned off: The current clock time is displayed if “CLOCK DISP” is set to “CLOCK OFF,” (see page 16).
Listening to the radio Select “FM” or “AM.” Search for a station to listen—Auto Search. When a station is tuned in, searching stops. To stop searching, press the same button again. • You can also search for a station manually—Manual Search. Hold either one of the buttons until “M”...
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.” Select preset number “04.” Selecting preset station The following features are available only for FM Radio Data System stations.
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To activate TA Standby Reception The TP (Traffic Programme) indicator either lights up or flashes. • If the TP indicator lights up, TA Standby Reception is activated. • If the TP indicator flashes, TA Standby Reception is not yet activated. (This occurs when you are listening to an FM station without the Radio Data System signals required for TA Standby Reception.) To activate the reception, tune in to another station...
Disc operations Stop playing and ejecting the disc • “NO DISC” appears. Press SRC to listen to another playback source. Prohibiting disc ejection To cancel the prohibition, repeat the same procedure. Selecting a track/folder [Turn] [Press] • For MP3/WMA discs, select the desired folder, then the desired track by repeating the control dial procedures.
Selecting the playback modes You can use only one of the following playback modes at a time. [Turn] [Press] Ô REPEAT RANDOM [Turn] [Press] Listening to the USB device This unit can play MP3/WMA tracks stored in a USB device. All tracks will be played repeatedly until you change the source or detach the USB device.
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.
Using the remote controller — This unit can be remotely controlled as instructed here (with an optionally purchased remote controller). We recommend that you use remote controller RM-RK50 with your unit. Installing the lithium coin battery (CR2025) Caution: • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Selecting a preset sound mode You can select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre. • See also page 16. [Turn] [Press] • See page 15 for “USER” settings. Preset value setting for each sound mode Sound BASS mode Freq.
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Storing your own sound mode You can store your own adjustments in memory. Select “USER” for “EQ.” [Turn] [Press] While “USER” is shown on the display... Select a tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the sound elements of the selected tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the frequency.
Menu operations Call up the menu. Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] DEMO • DEMO ON Display demonstration • DEMO OFF CLOCK DISP * • CLOCK ON Clock display • CLOCK OFF CLOCK SET : Adjust the hour, then the minute, [6]. Clock setting 24H/12H •...
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Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] AF-REG * • AF ON Alternative frequency/ regionalization reception • AF-REG ON • OFF PTY-STANDBY * PTY OFF, PTY PTY standby codes TA VOLUME * VOLUME 00 Traffic – VOLUME 50 announcement (or VOLUME 00 volume –...
Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] AM * • AM OFF AM station • AM ON AUX IN * • AUX OFF Auxiliary input • AUX ON Displayed only when any source other than “AM” is selected. Displayed only when any source other than “AUX IN” is selected. Color settings (for KD-R501) Creating your own color —USER Color...
More about this unit Basic operations Turning on the power • By pressing SRC button on the unit, you can also turn on the power. If the source is ready, playback also starts. Turning off the power • 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.
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Playing a CD-R or CD-RW • Use only “finalized” CD-Rs or CD-RWs. • This unit can only play back files of the same type as those detected first if a disc includes both audio CD (CD-DA) files and MP3/WMA files. •...
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Playing MP3/WMA tracks from a USB device • 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.
Troubleshooting What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • The unit does not work at all. • “AUX IN” cannot be selected. •...
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Symptoms • Noise is generated. • A longer readout time is required (“READING” keeps flashing on the display). • Tracks do not play back in the order you have intended them to play. • The elapsed playing time is not correct. •...
Maintenance How to clean the connectors Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened with alcohol, being careful not to damage the connectors. Connectors Moisture condensation Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the following cases: •...
Specifications AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Continuous Power Output (RMS): Load Impedance: Tone Control Range: Frequency Response: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Line-Out Level/Impedance: Output Impedance: Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance: Other Terminal: TUNER SECTION Frequency Range: FM Tuner Usable Sensitivity: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz): Frequency Response: Stereo Separation:...
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CD PLAYER SECTION Type: Signal Detection System: Number of Channels: Frequency Response: Dynamic Range: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Wow and Flutter: MP3 Decoding Format: (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3) WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format: USB SECTION USB Standard: Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed): Compatible Device: Compatible File System: Playable Audio Format:...
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Having TROUBLE with operation? Please reset your unit Refer to page of How to reset your unit Haben Sie PROBLEME mit dem Betrieb? Bitte setzen Sie Ihr Gerät zurück Siehe Seite Zurücksetzen des Geräts Затруднения при эксплуатации? Пожалуйста, перезагрузите Ваше устройство Для...
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Dieses Gerät ist für einen Betrieb in . If your vehicle does not have this system, a voltage inverter is required, which can be purchased at JVC IN- Anlage, ist ein Spannungsinverter erforderlich, der CAR ENTERTAINMENT dealers. bei JVC Autoradiohändler erworben werden kann.
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Informationen hinsichtlich des Einbausatzes brauchen, your JVC IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT dealer or a wenden Sie sich an ihren JVC Autoradiohändler oder company supplying kits. ein Unternehmen das diese Einbausätze vertreibt. • If you are not sure how to install this unit •...
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ELEKTRISCHE ANSCHLÜSSE ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКИЕ ПОДКЛЮЧЕНИЯ • Connect the ISO connectors as illustrated. • Schließen Sie die ISO-Steckverbinder an, wie in der Abbildung gezeigt. • • Συνδέστε τоυς συνδέσµоυς ISO σύµφωνα µε την εικóνα. From the car body Von der Fahrzeugkarosserie Απó...
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Stellen Sie „L/O MODE“ auf „REAR“ (siehe Seite 18 der BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG). Ρυθμίστε το “L/O MODE” (Κατάσταση λειτουργίας εξόδου Line) στο “REAR” (Απoλαβή ενισχυτή) για να απoτρέψετε ενδεχόµενη καταστρoφή τoυς (βλ. σελίδα 18 στις O∆ΗΓΙΕΣ.) Rear speakers JVC Amplifier Hintere Lautsprecher JVC Verstärker Задние JVC-усилитель громкоговорители Ενισχυτής JVC Πίσω...
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CD RECEIVER РЕСИВЕР С ПРОИГРЫВАТЕЛЕМ КОМПАКТ-ДИСКОВ ПРИЙМАЧ З ПРОГРАВАЧЕМ КОМПАКТ-ДИСКІВ KD-R407 INSTRUCTIONS ИНСТРУКЦИИ ПО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ ІНСТРУКЦІЇ GET0575-001A [EE]...
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[European Union only] Available characters on the display Available characters Display indications Thank you for purchasing a JVC product. possible performance from the unit. 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.
Detaching the control panel Attaching the control panel How to reset your unit • 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.
Basic operations • FM/AM: Select preset station. • CD/USB: Select folder. • Turn on the power. • Attenuate the sound (if the power is on). • Turn off the power [Hold]. Select the source. CD * AUX IN * FM-LO (back to the beginning) •...
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Display window Tr (track) indicator Source display / Track number / Folder number / Time countdown indicator DISC indicator Sound mode indicators—CLASSIC, HIP HOP, JAZZ, ROCK, POPS, USER Playback mode / item indicators— RND (random), (disc), (folder), RPT (repeat) EQ (equalizer) indicator LOUD (loudness) indicator Disc information indicators—...
Preparation Canceling the display demonstration and setting the clock • See also page 15. Press and hold until the main menu is called up. [Turn] [Press] • Repeat this procedure. Changing the display information When the power is turned off: The current clock time is displayed if “CLOCK DISP” is set to “CLOCK OFF,” (see page 15).
Listening to the radio Select “FM,” “AM,” or “FM-LO.” Search for a station to listen—Auto Search. When a station is tuned in, searching stops. To stop searching, press the same button again. • You can also search for a station manually—Manual Search. Hold either one of •...
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Manual presetting (FM/AM) You can preset up to 12 stations for FM, 6 stations for FM-LO, and 6 stations for AM. Ex.: Storing FM station of 92.50 MHz into preset number “04.” Select preset number “04.” Selecting preset station The following features are available only for FM Radio Data System stations.
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To activate TA Standby Reception The TP (Traffic Programme) indicator either lights up or flashes. • If the TP indicator lights up, TA Standby Reception is activated. • If the TP indicator flashes, TA Standby Reception is not yet activated. (This occurs when you are listening to an FM station without the Radio Data System signals required for TA Standby Reception.) To activate the reception, tune in to another station...
Disc operations Stop playing and ejecting the disc • “NO DISC” appears. Press SRC to listen to another playback source. Prohibiting disc ejection To cancel the prohibition, repeat the same procedure. Selecting a track/folder [Turn] [Press] • For MP3/WMA discs, select the desired folder, then the desired track by repeating the control dial procedures.
[Turn] [Press] REPEAT TRACK RPT : Repeats current track FOLDER RPT : MP3/WMA: Repeats current folder RANDOM FOLDER RND : MP3/WMA: Randomly plays all tracks of current folder, then tracks of next folders ALL RND : Randomly plays all tracks Listening to the USB device This unit can play MP3/WMA tracks stored in a USB device.
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.
Selecting a preset sound mode You can select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre. • See also page 15. [Turn] [Press] • See page 14 for “USER” settings. Preset value setting for each sound mode Sound BASS mode Freq.
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Storing your own sound mode You can store your own adjustments in memory. Select “USER” for “EQ.” [Turn] [Press] While “USER” is shown on the display... Select a tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the sound elements of the selected tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the frequency.
Menu operations Call up the menu. Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] DEMO • DEMO ON Display demonstration • DEMO OFF CLOCK DISP * • CLOCK ON Clock display • CLOCK OFF CLOCK SET : Adjust the hour, then the minute, [6]. Clock setting 24H/12H •...
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Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] AF-REG * • AF ON Alternative frequency/ regionalization reception • AF-REG ON • OFF PTY-STANDBY * PTY OFF, PTY PTY standby codes TA VOLUME * VOLUME 00 Traffic – VOLUME 50 announcement (or VOLUME 00 volume –...
More about this unit Basic operations Turning on the power • By pressing SRC button on the unit, you can also turn on the power. If the source is ready, playback also starts. Turning off the power • 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.
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Playing a CD-R or CD-RW • Use only “finalized” CD-Rs or CD-RWs. • This unit can only play back files of the same type as those detected first if a disc includes both audio CD (CD-DA) files and MP3/WMA files. •...
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Playing MP3/WMA tracks from a USB device • 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.
Troubleshooting What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • The unit does not work at all. • “AUX IN” cannot be selected. •...
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Symptoms • A longer readout time is required (“READING” keeps flashing on the display). • Tracks do not play back in the order you have intended them to play. • The elapsed playing time is not correct. • “NO FILE” appears on the display. •...
Maintenance How to clean the connectors Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened with alcohol, being careful not to damage the connectors. Connectors Moisture condensation Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the following cases: •...
Specifications AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Continuous Power Output (RMS): Load Impedance: Tone Control Range: Frequency Response: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Line-Out Level/Impedance: Output Impedance: Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance: Other Terminal: TUNER SECTION Frequency Range: FM-LO: FM Tuner Usable Sensitivity: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz): Frequency Response: Stereo Separation:...
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CD PLAYER SECTION Type: Signal Detection System: Number of Channels: Frequency Response: Dynamic Range: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Wow and Flutter: MP3 Decoding Format: (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3) WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format: USB SECTION USB Standard: Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed): Compatible Device: Compatible File System: Playable Audio Format:...
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Having TROUBLE with operation? Please reset your unit Refer to page of How to reset your unit Затруднения при эксплуатации? Пожалуйста, перезагрузите Ваше устройство Для получения информации о перезагрузке Вашего устройства обратитесь на соответствующую страницу Маєте ПРОБЛЕМУ з функціонуванням? Повторно налаштуйте систему Див.
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CD RECEIVER KD-R504 For canceling the display demonstration, see page 7. For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual. INSTRUCTIONS GET0585-001A [UI]...
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Lower the volume before playing these digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by sudden increase of the output level. Thank you for purchasing a JVC product. possible performance from the unit. For safety... • Do not raise the volume level too much, as this will block outside sounds, making driving dangerous.
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Detaching the control panel Attaching the control panel How to reset your unit • 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.
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Basic operations Using the control panel • FM/AM: Select preset station. • CD/USB: Select folder. • Turn on the power. • Attenuate the sound (if the power is on). • Turn off the power [Hold]. Select the source. AM * CD * (back to the beginning) •...
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Display window Tr (track) indicator Source display / Track number / Folder number / Time countdown indicator DISC indicator Sound mode indicators—CLASSIC, HIP HOP, JAZZ, ROCK, POPS, USER Playback mode / item indicators— RND (random), (disc), (folder), RPT (repeat) EQ (equalizer) indicator LOUD (loudness) indicator Disc information indicators—...
Using the remote controller (RM-RK50) Installing the lithium coin battery (CR2025) 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.
Preparation Canceling the display demonstration and setting the clock • See also page 14. Press and hold until the main menu is called up. [Turn] [Press] • Repeat this procedure. Changing the display information When the power is turned off: The current clock time is displayed if “CLOCK DISP” is set to “CLOCK OFF,” (see page 14).
Listening to the radio Select “FM” or “AM.” Search for a station to listen—Auto Search. When a station is tuned in, searching stops. To stop searching, press the same button again. • You can also search for a station manually—Manual Search. Hold either one of •...
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.” Select preset number “04.” Disc operations Stop playing and ejecting the disc •...
Pressing (or holding) the following buttons allows you to... [Press] Pause/resume playback. MP3/WMA: Select folder [Press] Select track [Hold] Reverse/fast-forward track Selecting the playback modes You can use only one of the following playback modes at a time. [Turn] [Press] Ô...
To stop play and detach the USB device Straightly pull it out from the unit. • Press SRC to listen to another playback source. You can operate the USB device in the same way you operate the files on a disc. (See pages 9 and 10.) Cautions: •...
Selecting a preset sound mode You can select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre. • See also page 14. Preset value setting for each sound mode Sound BASS mode Freq. Level USER 60 Hz 00 Q1.25 1.0 kHz ROCK 100 Hz CLASSIC...
Select a tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the sound elements of the selected tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the frequency. Adjust the level. Adjust the Q-slope. Range/selectable items Sound elements BASS MIDDLE TREBLE Frequency 60 Hz 0.5 kHz 80 Hz 1.0 kHz 100 Hz 1.5 kHz 200 Hz...
Menu operations Call up the menu. Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] DEMO • DEMO ON Display demonstration • DEMO OFF CLOCK DISP * • CLOCK ON Clock display • CLOCK OFF CLOCK SET : Adjust the hour, then the minute, [7]. Clock setting : Select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre.
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Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] IF BAND • AUTO Intermediate frequency band • WIDE FADER* R06 – F06 Fader BALANCE * L06 – R06 Balance LOUD • LOUD OFF Loudness • LOUD ON VOL ADJUST VOL ADJ –05 — Volume adjust VOL ADJ +05 (Initial: VOL...
Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] AM * • AM OFF AM station • AM ON AUX IN * • AUX OFF Auxiliary input • AUX ON Displayed only when any source other than “AM” is selected. Displayed only when any source other than “AUX IN” is selected. More about this unit Basic operations Turning on the power...
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Playing a CD-R or CD-RW • Use only “finalized” CD-Rs or CD-RWs. • This unit can only play back files of the same type as those detected first if a disc includes both audio CD (CD-DA) files and MP3/WMA files. •...
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Playing MP3/WMA tracks from a USB device • 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.
Troubleshooting What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • The unit does not work at all. • “AUX IN” cannot be selected. •...
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Symptoms • A longer readout time is required (“READING” keeps flashing on the display). • Tracks do not play back in the order you have intended them to play. • The elapsed playing time is not correct. • “NO FILE” appears on the display. •...
Maintenance How to clean the connectors Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened with alcohol, being careful not to damage the connectors. Connectors Moisture condensation Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the following cases: •...
Specifications AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Continuous Power Output (RMS): Load Impedance: Tone Control Range: Frequency Response: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Line-Out Level/Impedance: Output Impedance: Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance: Other Terminal: TUNER SECTION Frequency Range: FM Tuner Usable Sensitivity: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz): Frequency Response: Stereo Separation:...
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CD PLAYER SECTION Type: Signal Detection System: Number of Channels: Frequency Response: Dynamic Range: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Wow and Flutter: MP3 Decoding Format: (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3) WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format: USB SECTION USB Standard: Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed): Compatible Device: Compatible File System: Playable Audio Format:...
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• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation. Notes: • Replace the fuse with one of the specified rating. If the fuse blows frequently, consult your JVC car audio dealer. • It is recommended to connect speakers with a maximum power of more than 50 W (both at the rear and at the front, with an impedance of 4 Ω...
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Connecting the external amplifier or subwoofer You can connect an amplifier to upgrade your car stereo system. • Connect the remote lead (blue with white stripe) to the remote lead of the other equipment so that it can be controlled through this unit.
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CD RECEIVER For canceling the display demonstration, see page 7. For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual. INSTRUCTIONS KD-R506/KD-R505/ KD-RC502/KD-RC501 KD-R506/KD-R505/ KD-RC502/KD-RC501 GET0584-001B [U/UH]...
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Lower the volume before playing these digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by sudden increase of the output level. Thank you for purchasing a JVC product. possible performance from the unit. For safety... • Do not raise the volume level too much, as this will block outside sounds, making driving dangerous.
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Detaching the control panel Attaching the control panel How to reset your unit • 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.
Basic operations Using the control panel • FM/AM: Select preset station. • CD/USB: Select folder. • Turn on the power. • Attenuate the sound (if the power is on). • Turn off the power [Hold]. Select the source. AM * CD * (back to the beginning) •...
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Display window Tr (track) indicator Source display / Track number / Folder number / Time countdown indicator DISC indicator Sound mode indicators—CLASSIC, HIP HOP, JAZZ, ROCK, POPS, USER Playback mode / item indicators— RND (random), (disc), (folder), RPT (repeat) EQ (equalizer) indicator LOUD (loudness) indicator Disc information indicators—...
Using the remote controller (RM-RK50) Installing the lithium coin battery (CR2025) 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.
Preparation Canceling the display demonstration and setting the clock • See also page 14. Press and hold until the main menu is called up. [Turn] [Press] • Repeat this procedure. Changing the display information When the power is turned off: The current clock time is displayed if “CLOCK DISP” is set to “CLOCK OFF,” (see page 14).
Listening to the radio Select “FM” or “AM.” Search for a station to listen—Auto Search. When a station is tuned in, searching stops. To stop searching, press the same button again. • You can also search for a station manually—Manual Search. Hold either one of •...
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.” Select preset number “04.” Disc operations Stop playing and ejecting the disc •...
Pressing (or holding) the following buttons allows you to... [Press] Pause/resume playback. MP3/WMA: Select folder [Press] Select track [Hold] Reverse/fast-forward track Selecting the playback modes You can use only one of the following playback modes at a time. [Turn] [Press] Ô...
To stop play and detach the USB device Straightly pull it out from the unit. • Press SRC to listen to another playback source. You can operate the USB device in the same way you operate the files on a disc. (See pages 9 and 10.) Cautions: •...
Selecting a preset sound mode You can select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre. • See also page 14. Preset value setting for each sound mode Sound BASS mode Freq. Level USER 60 Hz 00 Q1.25 1.0 kHz ROCK 100 Hz CLASSIC...
Select a tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the sound elements of the selected tone. [Turn] [Press] Adjust the frequency. Adjust the level. Adjust the Q-slope. Range/selectable items Sound elements BASS MIDDLE TREBLE Frequency 60 Hz 0.5 kHz 80 Hz 1.0 kHz 100 Hz 1.5 kHz 200 Hz...
Menu operations Call up the menu. Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] DEMO • DEMO ON Display demonstration • DEMO OFF CLOCK DISP * • CLOCK ON Clock display • CLOCK OFF CLOCK SET : Adjust the hour, then the minute, [7]. Clock setting : Select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre.
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Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] IF BAND • AUTO Intermediate frequency band • WIDE FADER* R06 – F06 Fader BALANCE * L06 – R06 Balance LOUD • LOUD OFF Loudness • LOUD ON VOL ADJUST VOL ADJ –05 — Volume adjust VOL ADJ +05 (Initial: VOL...
Category Menu items Selectable settings, [reference page] AM * • AM OFF AM station • AM ON AUX IN * • AUX OFF Auxiliary input • AUX ON Displayed only when any source other than “AM” is selected. Displayed only when any source other than “AUX IN” is selected. More about this unit Basic operations Turning on the power...
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Playing a CD-R or CD-RW • Use only “finalized” CD-Rs or CD-RWs. • This unit can only play back files of the same type as those detected first if a disc includes both audio CD (CD-DA) files and MP3/WMA files. •...
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Playing MP3/WMA tracks from a USB device • 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.
Troubleshooting What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • The unit does not work at all. • “AUX IN” cannot be selected. •...
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Symptoms • A longer readout time is required (“READING” keeps flashing on the display). • Tracks do not play back in the order you have intended them to play. • The elapsed playing time is not correct. • “NO FILE” appears on the display. •...
Maintenance How to clean the connectors Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened with alcohol, being careful not to damage the connectors. Connectors Moisture condensation Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the following cases: •...
Specifications AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Continuous Power Output (RMS): Load Impedance: Tone Control Range: Frequency Response: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Line-Out Level/Impedance: Output Impedance: Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance: Other Terminal: TUNER SECTION Frequency Range: FM Tuner Usable Sensitivity: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz): Frequency Response: Stereo Separation:...
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CD PLAYER SECTION Type: Signal Detection System: Number of Channels: Frequency Response: Dynamic Range: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Wow and Flutter: MP3 Decoding Format: (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3) WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format: USB SECTION USB Standard: Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed): Compatible Device: Compatible File System: Playable Audio Format:...
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• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation. Notes: • Replace the fuse with one of the specified rating. If the fuse blows frequently, consult your JVC car audio dealer. • It is recommended to connect speakers with a maximum power of more than 50 W (both at the rear and at the front, with an impedance of 4 Ω...
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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. • If you are not sure how to install this unit correctly, have it installed by a qualified technician.
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ENGLISH ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 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.
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Connecting the external amplifier or subwoofer / You can connect an amplifier to upgrade your car stereo system. • Connect the remote lead (blue with white stripe) to the remote lead of the other equipment so that it can be controlled through this unit.