Having TROUBLE with operation?

Please reset your unit

Refer to page of How to reset your unit

ENGLISH FRANAIS

Vous avez des PROBLMES de fonctionnement?

Rinitialisez votre appareil
Rfrez-vous la page intitule Comment rinitialiser votre appareil

KD-R521/KD-R422/ KD-R421/KD-R45
CD RECEIVER / RCEPTEUR CD

Dear Customer, This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety. European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is: JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH Postfach 10 05 04 61145 Friedberg Germany

Cher(e) client(e), Cet appareil est conforme aux directives et normes europennes en vigueur concernant la compatibilit lectromagntique et la scurit lectrique. Reprsentant europen de la socit Victor Company of Japan, Limited: JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH Postfach 10 05 04 61145 Friedberg Allemagne

For canceling the display demonstration, see page 4. / Pour annuler la dmonstration des affichages, rfrez-vous la page 4. For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual. Pour linstallation et les raccordements, se rfrer au manuel spar.

INSTRUCTIONS
MANUEL DINSTRUCTIONS

EN, FR 2010 Victor Company of Japan, Limited

GET0705-003A
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Thank you for purchasing a JVC product. Please read all instructions carefully before operation, to ensure your complete understanding and to obtain the best possible performance from the unit.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3. CAUTION: Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser radiation when open. Do not view directly with optical instruments. 4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED OUTSIDE THE UNIT.

WARNING:
Stop the car before operating the unit.

Caution:
Battery Products Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car. Driving with the volume too high may cause an accident.

Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries

[European Union only] These symbols indicate that the product and the battery with this symbol should not be disposed as general household waste at its end-of-life. If you wish to dispose of this product and the battery, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country and municipality. By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health. Notice: The sign Pb below the symbol for batteries indicates that this battery contains lead. JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data in an iPod/iPhone and/or USB mass storage class device while using this System. 2 ENGLISH

Caution on volume setting:

Digital devices (CD/USB) produce very little noise compared with other sources. Lower the volume before playing these digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of the output level.

Caution for DualDisc playback:

The Non-DVD side of a DualDisc does not comply with the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard. Therefore, the use of Non-DVD side of a DualDisc on this product may not be recommended. Condensation : When the car is airconditioned, moisture may collect on the laser lens. This may cause disc read errors. In this case, remove the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate. Temperature inside the car : If you have parked the car for a long time in hot or cold weather, wait until the temperature in the car becomes normal before operating the unit.

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How to attach/detach the control panel

CONTENTS
3 How to attach/detach the control panel 3 How to reset your unit 3 How to forcibly eject a disc 3 Maintenance

How to reset your unit

Your preset adjustments will also be erased.

3 4

How to forcibly eject a disc

[Hold]

Be careful not to drop the disc when it ejects. If this does not work, reset your unit.

About discs Canceling the display demonstration 4 Setting the clock 5 Basic operations 6 Listening to the radio 8 Listening to a disc 9 Connecting the other external components 9 Listening to the other external components 10 Listening to a USB device 11 Listening to an iPod/iPhone
(Available for KD-R521)

Maintenance
Cleaning the unit Wipe off the dirt on the panel with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the unit. Cleaning the connector Wipe off dirt on the connector of the unit and panel. Use a cotton swab or cloth.

12 Selecting a preset sound mode 13 Menu operations 15 Using the remote controller
(For KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421: optionally purchased)

16 Troubleshooting 18 Using Bluetooth devices 19 Specifications

About discs
This unit can only play the CDs with: Discs that cannot be used: Discs that are not round. Discs with coloring on the recording surface or discs that are dirty. You cannot play a Recordable/ReWritable disc that has not been finalized. (For the finalization process refer to your disc writing software, and your disc recorder instruction manual.) 3-inch CD cannot be used. Attempt to insert using an adapter can cause malfunction. 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 the rims from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc. ENGLISH 3

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Canceling the display demonstration

Display demonstration will be activated automatically if no operation is done for about 20 seconds.

1 Turn on the power.

[Hold]

4 Select <DEMO OFF>. 5

2 3

[Hold]

(Initial setting)

6 Finish the procedure.

(Initial setting)

Setting the clock

1 Turn on the power.
[Hold]

6 Adjust the minute.

[Hold]

(Initial setting)

3 Select <CLOCK>. 7 Select <24H/12H>.

4 Select <CLOCK SET>. 8 Select <24 HOUR> or

<12 HOUR>.

5 Adjust the hour.

9 Finish the procedure.

(Initial setting)

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Basic operations
Loading slot Control dial Display window Ejects the disc

Remote sensor (for KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421) You can control this unit with an optionally purchased remote control, RM-RK52 (page 15, 16). Detaches the panel When you press or hold the following button(s)... Button / SOURCE Control dial (turn) Control dial (press) EQ BRIGHTNESS General operation

Front auxiliary input jack USB (Universal Serial Bus) input terminal

T/P BACK

DISP

Turns on/off [Hold]. Selects the sources (FM, CD, USB or USB-IPOD, F-AUX, BT AUDIO or R-AUX or BT PHONE, AM). CD or USB is selectable only when a disc is loaded or a USB device is connected. Adjusts the volume level. Selects items. Mutes the sound during playback. If the source is CD or USB/USB-IPOD playback pauses. Press the button again to cancel muting or resume playback. Confirms selection. Selects the sound mode. Enters tone level adjustment directly [Hold]. (page 12) Enters <BRIGHTNESS> menu directly. (page 13) Activates/deactivates TA Standby Reception. Enters PTY Searching mode [Hold]. KD-R521: Selects the controlling terminal of an iPod/iPhone [Hold]. (page 11) Returns to the previous menu. Exit from the menu [Hold]. Changes the display information. Scrolls the display information [Hold].

KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421 is equipped with the steering wheel remote control function. For details, refer also to the instructions supplied with the remote adapter. ENGLISH 5

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Listening to the radio

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[Press] Searches for stations automatically. [Hold] Searches for stations manually. M flashes, then press the button ] FM or AM repeatedly. ST lights up when receiving an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength.

Improving the FM reception

Manual presetting (FM/AM)

You can preset up to 18 stations for FM and 6 stations for AM.

1 2

[Hold]

1
] <TUNER> ] <MONO> ] <MONO ON> Reception improves, but stereo effect will be lost. ] Tune in to a station you want to preset.

2 3

[Hold]

To restore the stereo effect, repeat the same procedure to select <MONO OFF>.

PRESET MODE flashes.

Automatic presetting (FM)

SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory) You can preset up to 18 stations for FM. While listening to a station...

] Selects preset number. Preset number flashes and MEMORY appears.

1 2

[Hold]

Selecting a preset station

1
or ] <TUNER> ] <SSM> ] <SSM 01 06 / 07 12 / 13 18> SSM flashes and local stations with the strongest signal are searched and stored automatically.

Changing the display information (for nonRadio Data System station) Frequency j Clock

To preset another 6 stations, repeat the above procedure by selecting one of the other SSM setting ranges.

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The following features are available only for FM Radio Data System stations.

Searching for your favourite FM Radio Data System programmePTY Search

You can tune in to a station broadcasting your favourite programme by searching for a PTY code.

To activate the reception, tune in to another station providing Radio Data System signals required for TA Standby Reception. To deactivate the reception, press T/P BACK again.

NEWS Standby Reception

NEWS Standby Reception allows the unit to switch temporarily to your NEWS programme from any source other than AM. To activate NEWS Standby Reception, see <NEWS-STBY>. (page 14)

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[Hold]

The last selected PTY code appears.

Tracing the same programme

] Select one of your favourite programme types or a PTY code, and start searching. If there is a station broadcasting a programme of the same PTY code as you have selected, that station is tuned in. Network-Tracking Reception When driving in an area where FM reception is not sufficient enough, this unit automatically tunes in to another FM Radio Data System station of the same network, possibly broadcasting the same programme with stronger signals. To change the Network-Tracking Reception setting, see <AF-REG>. (page 14)

PTY codes: 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

Automatic station selection

Programme Search Usually when you select a preset number, the station preset in that number is tuned in. If the signals from the FM Radio Data System preset station are not sufficient for good reception, this unit, using the AF data, tunes in to another frequency possibly broadcasting the same programme as the original preset station is broadcasting. To activate Programme Search, see <P-SEARCH>. (page 14) Changing the display information Station name (PS) = Station Frequency = Programme type (PTY) = Clock = (back to the beginning)

Standby receptions
TA Standby Reception
TA Standby Reception allows the unit to switch temporarily to Traffic Announcement (TA) from any source other than AM. To activate TA Standby Reception If the TP indicator lights up, TA Standby Reception is activated. If the TP indicator flashes, TA Standby Reception is not yet activated.

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Listening to a disc
Playback starts automatically. All tracks will be played repeatedly until you change the source or eject the disc.

Stopping playback and ejecting the disc

If the ejected disc is not removed within 15 seconds, it will automatically reload into the loading slot.

Selecting a track/folder from the list

Basic operations
Selects folder of the MP3/WMA.

If the MP3/WMA disc contains many tracks, you can fast search (10, 100) through the disc by turning the control dial quickly. To return to the previous menu, press T/P BACK.

Selecting the playback modes

[Press] Selects track. [Hold] Fast-forwards or reverses the track. Changing the display information You can use only one of the following playback modes at a time.

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[Hold]

Disc title/Album name/performer (folder name)* = Track title (file name)* = Current track number with the elapsed playing time = Current track number with the clock time = (back to the beginning) * NO NAME appears for conventional CDs or if not recorded.

] REPEAT j RANDOM

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REPEAT TRACK RPT : Repeats current track FOLDER RPT : Repeats current folder RANDOM FOLDER RND : Randomly plays all tracks of current folder, then tracks of next folders ALL RND : Randomly plays all tracks To cancel repeat play or random play, select RPT OFF or RND OFF.

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Connecting the other external components

You can connect an external component to the auxiliary input jack on the control panel (F-AUX) and/or on the rear side of the unit (R-AUX). Summary of using the external components through the auxiliary input jacks: External component Portable audio player Bluetooth device Preparation Connecting Auxiliary Source cable/device Menu setting Subinput jack name Setting (not supplied) item item Front SRC SELECT F-AUX ON F-AUX See below. Rear SRC SELECT R-AUX ON R-AUX Rear SRC SELECT R-AUX BT ADAPTER BT AUDIO/ KS-BTA100 BT PHONE * (page 18)

* BT PHONE appears when a Bluetooth phone is in use.

On the control panel (F-AUX):

On the rear panel (R-AUX):

3.5 mm stereo mini plug (with L shaped connector) (not supplied)

3.5 mm stereo mini plug (not supplied) Portable audio player, etc. Portable audio player, etc.

Recommended to use a 3-terminal plug head stereo mini plug for optimum audio output.

Listening to the other external components

For details, refer also to the instructions supplied with the external components.

~
] F-AUX or R-AUX

Turn on the connected component and start playing the source.

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Listening to a USB device

You can operate the USB device in the same way you operate the files on a disc. (page 8) This unit can play MP3/WMA files stored in a USB mass storage class device (such as a USB memory, Digital Audio Player, etc.).

[Hold]

USB input terminal USB cable (not supplied)

] Turn on the power.

All tracks will be played repeatedly until you change the source or disconnect the USB device.

Cautions:
Make sure all important data has been backed up. You cannot connect a computer or portable HDD to the USB input terminal of the unit. Avoid using the USB device if it might hinder your safety driving. Electrostatic shock at connecting a USB device may cause abnormal playback of the device. In this case, disconnect the USB device then reset this unit and the USB device. Do not leave a USB device in the car, expose to direct sunlight, or high temperature to avoid deformation or cause damages to the device. This unit may not play back files in a USB device properly when using a USB extension cord. USB devices equipped with special functions such as data security functions cannot be used with the unit. When connecting a USB cable, use the USB 2.0 cable. Do not use a USB device with 2 or more partitions. Depending on the shape of the USB devices and connection ports, some USB devices may not be attached properly or the connection might be loose. This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose rating is other than 5 V and exceeds 500 mA. Do not pull out and attach the USB device repeatedly while READING is shown on the display. This unit may not recognize a memory card inserted into the USB card reader. Connect only one USB device to the unit at a time. Do not use a USB hub. Operation and power supply may not work as intended for some USB devices. 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.

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Listening to an iPod/iPhone
Available for KD-R521

[Hold]

USB input terminal

] Turn on the power.

USB 2.0 cable (accessory of the iPod/iPhone)

Apple iPod/iPhone

All tracks will be played repeatedly until you change the source or disconnect the iPod/ iPhone.

Cautions:
Avoid using the iPod/iPhone if it might hinder your safety driving. Make sure all important data has been backed up to avoid losing the data.

Selecting a track from the menu

Not applicable under <IPOD MODE / EXT MODE>.

1 2
] Select the desired menu. PLAYLISTS j ARTISTS j ALBUMS j SONGS j PODCASTS j GENRES j COMPOSERS j (back to the beginning)

Selecting the control terminal

[Hold]

] <HEAD MODE / IPOD MODE / EXT MODE> For details, see <IPOD SWITCH> setting on page 15.

Basic operations
Not applicable under <EXT MODE>. [Press] Selects track/ chapter. [Hold] Fast-forwards or reverses the track.

3
] Select the desired track. Repeat this step until the desired track is selected. If the selected menu contains many tracks, you can fast search (10, 100, 1 000, 10 000) through the menu by turning the control dial quickly. To return to the previous menu, press T/P BACK.

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Selecting the playback modes

You can use only one of the following playback modes at a time. Not applicable under <IPOD MODE / EXT MODE>.

Changing the display information

1 2

[Hold]

Album name/performer = Track title = Current track number with the elapsed playing time = Current track number with the clock time = (back to the beginning)

Additional information
] REPEAT j RANDOM

3
REPEAT ONE RPT : Functions the same as Repeat One of the iPod ALL RPT : Functions the same as Repeat All of the iPod RANDOM ALBUM RND : Functions the same as Shuffle Albums of the iPod SONG RND : Functions the same as Shuffle Songs of the iPod To cancel random play, select RND OFF. ALBUM RND is not available for some iPod/ iPhone. To return to the previous menu, press T/P BACK.

Made for iPod touch (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation) iPod classic iPod with video * iPod nano (1st *, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th generation) iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G iPhone * <IPOD MODE / EXT MODE> are not available. Update iPod/iPhone software to the latest version. For details, visit <http://www.apple.com>. 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. When operating an iPod/iPhone, some operations may not be performed correctly or as intended. In this case, visit the following JVC web site: <http://www. jvc.co.jp/english/car/> (English website only).

Selecting a preset sound mode

You can select a preset sound mode suitable for the music genre.

2
Adjust the level: SUB.W *: 00 to 08 BASS/ MID/ TRE: 06 to +06 The sound mode is automatically stored and changed to USER. * Subwoofer level is adjustable only when <L/O MODE> is set to <SUB.W>. (page 14)

FLAT = NATURAL = DYNAMIC = VOCAL BOOST = BASS BOOST = USER = (back to the beginning) While listening, you can adjust the subwoofer level and tone level of the selected sound mode.

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Storing your own sound mode

You can store your own adjustments in memory.

3
Adjust the sound elements (see table below) of the selected tone. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other tones. The adjustments made is automatically stored and changed to USER.

1 2

[Hold]

4
] <PRO EQ> ] <BASS/ MIDDLE/ TREBLE>

Frequency / Level / Q [Initial: Underlined] 60/ 80/ 100/ 200 Hz 06 to +06 [ 00 ] Q1.0/ 1.25/ 1.5/ 2.0 BASS 06 to +06 [ 00 ] Q0.75/ 1.0/ 1.25 MIDDLE 0.5/ 1.0/ 1.5/ 2.5 kHz 06 to +06 [ 00 ] Q FIX TREBLE 10.0/ 12.5/ 15.0/ 17.5 kHz

Menu operations
1
[Hold]

If no operation is done for about 60 seconds, the operation will be canceled. Menu item DEMO CLOCK CLOCK SET 24H/12H CLOCK ADJ *1 DIMMER SET

Repeat step 2 if necessary. To return to the previous menu, press T/P BACK. To exit from the menu, press DISP or MENU.

Selectable setting, [Initial: Underlined] For settings, see page 4. For settings, see page 4. For settings, see page 4. AUTO : The built-in clock is automatically adjusted using the CT (clock time) data in the Radio Data System signal. / OFF : Cancels.

AUTO : Changes the display and button illumination between the Day/Night adjustments in <BRIGHTNESS> setting when you turn off/on the car headlights *2. / ON : Selects the Night adjustments in <BRIGHTNESS> setting for the display and button illumination. / OFF : Selects the Day adjustments in <BRIGHTNESS> setting for the display and button illumination. BRIGHTNESS DAY [ 25 ] / NIGHT [ 11 ] : Selects the display and button illumination brightness level [00 31] for day and night. SCROLL *3 ONCE : Scrolls the displayed information once. / AUTO : Repeats scrolling (at 5-second intervals). / OFF : Cancels. (Pressing DISP for more than one second can scroll the display regardless of the setting.) TAG DISPLAY ON : Shows the Tag information while playing MP3/WMA tracks. / OFF : Cancels. *1 Takes effect only when CT (clock time) data is received. *2 The illumination control lead connection is required. (See Installation/Connection Manual.) This setting may not work correctly on some vehicles (particularly on those having a control dial for dimming). In this case, change the setting to any other than <DIMMER AUTO>. *3 Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blanked) on the display. Continued... ENGLISH 13 DISPLAY DIMMER

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Menu item PRO EQ FADER *4, *5 BALANCE *5 LOUD

Selectable setting, [Initial: Underlined] For settings, see page 13. R06 F06 [ 00 ] : Adjusts the front and rear speaker output balance. L06 R06 [ 00 ] : Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance. ON : Boost low and high frequencies to produce a well-balanced sound at a low volume level. / OFF : Cancels. VOL ADJUST 05 +05 [ 00 ] : Presets the volume adjustment level of each source (except FM), compared to the FM volume level. The volume level will automatically increase or decrease when you change the source. Before adjustment, select the source you want to adjust. (VOL ADJ FIX appears on the display if FM is selected as the source.) L/O MODE *6 SUB.W : Selects if the REAR/SW terminals are used for connecting a subwoofer (through an external amplifier). / REAR : Selects if the REAR/SW terminals are used for connecting the speakers (through an external amplifier). SUB.W LPF *7 LOW 55Hz / LOW 85Hz / LOW 120Hz : Frequencies lower than 55 Hz/85 Hz/120 Hz are sent to the subwoofer. SUB.W LEVEL *7 00 08 [ 04 ] : Adjusts the subwoofer output level. HPF *6 ON : Activates the High Pass Filter. Low frequency signals are cut off from the front/rear speakers. / OFF : Deactivates (all signals are sent to the front/rear speakers). BEEP ON / OFF : Activates or deactivates the keypress tone. TEL MUTING *8 ON : Mutes the sounds while using the cellular phone (not connected through KS-BTA100). / OFF : Cancels. AMP GAIN *9 LOW POWER : VOLUME 00 VOLUME 30 (Selects if the maximum power of each speaker is less than 50 W to prevent damaging the speakers.) / HIGH POWER : VOLUME 00 VOLUME 50 SSM Displayed only when the source is FM. For settings, see page 6. AF-REG *10 AF ON : When the currently received signals become weak, the unit switches to another station (the programme may differ from the one currently received). (The AF indicator lights up.) / AF-REG ON : When the currently received signals become weak, the unit switches to another station broadcasting the same programme. (The AF and REG indicators light up.) / OFF : Cancels. NEWS-STBY *10 Displayed only when the source is FM. NEWS ON / NEWS OFF : Activates or deactivates NEWS Standby Reception. P-SEARCH *10 SEARCH ON / SEARCH OFF : Activates Programme Search (if AF-REG is turn on) or deactivates. MONO Displayed only when the source is FM. For settings, see page 6. IF BAND AUTO : Increases the tuner selectivity to reduce interference noises between adjacent stations. (Stereo effect may be lost.) / WIDE : Subject to interference noises from adjacent stations, but sound quality will not be degraded and the stereo effect will remain.

*4 *5 *6 *7 *8 *9

If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to 00. For KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421: This adjustment will not affect the subwoofer output. For KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421. For KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421: Displayed only when <L/O MODE> is set to <SUB.W>. This setting does not work if <BT ADAPTER> is selected for <R-AUX> of the <SRC SELECT>. The volume level automatically changes to VOLUME 30 if you change to <LOW POWER> with the volume level set higher than VOLUME 30. *10 Only for FM Radio Data System stations. 14 ENGLISH

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TUNER

AUDIO

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IPOD SWITCH *11

*11 *12

Selectable setting, [Initial: Underlined] HEAD MODE : Controls iPod playback through the unit. / IPOD MODE : Controls iPod playback through the iPod/iPhone. / EXT MODE : The sound of any functions (musics, games, applications, etc.) running on the connected iPod/iPhone is emitted through the speakers connected to this unit. The display always show EXT MODE. AM *12 ON / OFF : Enable or disable AM in source selection. F-AUX *12 ON / OFF : Enable or disable F-AUX in source selection. R-AUX *12 ON / OFF : Enable or disable R-AUX in source selection. / BT ADAPTER : Selects if the rear auxiliary input jack is connected to the Bluetooth adapter, KS-BTA100. (page 9) The source name changed to BT AUDIO. For KD-R521: Displayed only when USB-IPOD is selected. Displayed only when any source other than AM/ F-AUX/ R-AUX/ BT AUDIO is selected separately.

Menu item

Using the remote controller

KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421 can be remotely controlled as instructed here (with an optionally purchased remote controller). We recommend that you use remote controller RM-RK52 with your unit.

Installing the lithium coin battery (CR2025)

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. If the effectiveness of the remote controller decreases, replace the battery.

SRC SELECT

Before using the remote controller:

Aim the remote controller directly at the remote sensor on the unit. DO NOT expose the remote sensor to bright light (direct sunlight or artificial lighting).

1 Mutes the sound during playback. If the source is CD or USB/USB-IPOD playback pauses. Press the button again to cancel muting or resume playback. 2 Changes the preset stations. Changes the folder of the MP3/WMA. 3 Adjusts the volume level. 4 Selects the sound mode. 5 Selects the source. 6 [Press] Searches for stations automatically. [Hold] Searches for stations manually. [Hold] Fast-forwards or reverses the track. [Press] Changes the tracks/chapters.

Remote sensor

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Warning (to prevent accidents and damage):

Do not install any battery other than CR2025 or its equivalent. Do not leave the remote controller in a place (such as dashboards) exposed to direct sunlight for a long time. Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach. Do not recharge, short, disassemble, heat the battery, or dispose of it in a fire. Do not leave the battery with other metallic materials. Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar tools. Wrap the battery with tape and insulate when throwing away or saving it.

Troubleshooting
Remedy/Cause Adjust the volume to the optimum level. / Make sure the unit is not muted/paused. (page 5) / Check the cords and connections. Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker leads are covered with insulating tape properly, then reset the unit. (page 3) If the message does not disappear, consult your JVC IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT dealer or a company supplying kits. The unit does not work at all. Reset the unit. (page 3) F-AUX or R-AUX cannot be selected. Check the <SRC SELECT> = <F-AUX / R-AUX> setting. (page 15) Sound is sometimes interrupted while Check to be sure the recommended stereo mini plug is used for connection. (page 9) listening to an external component connected to the auxiliary input jack. The correct characters are not displayed This unit can only display letters (upper case), numbers, and a (e.g. album name). limited number of symbols. SSM automatic presetting does not Store stations manually. work. Static noise while listening to the radio. Connect the aerial firmly. AM cannot be selected. Check the <SRC SELECT> = <AM> setting. (page 15) Disc cannot be played back. Insert the disc correctly. CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back Insert a finalized CD-R/CD-RW (finalize with the component which and track cannot be skipped. you used for recording). Disc sound is sometimes interrupted. Stop playback while driving on rough roads. / Change the disc. / Check the cords and connections. NO DISC appears on the display. Insert a playable disc into the loading slot. Press 0, then insert a disc correctly. PLEASE and EJECT appear alternately on the display. IN DISC appears on the display. The disc cannot be ejected properly. Make sure nothing is blocking the loading slot. Disc cannot be played back. Use a disc with MP3/WMA tracks recorded in a format compliant with ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2, Romeo, or Joliet. / Add the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to the file names. Noise is generated. Skip to another track or change the disc. READING keeps flashing on the A longer readout time is required. Do not use too many hierarchical display. levels and folders. Symptom Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. MISWIRING CHK WIRING THEN RESET UNIT appears on the display and no operations can be done.

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MP3/WMA playback

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Disc playback

FM/AM

General

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MP3/WMA playback

This sometimes occurs during playback. This is caused by how the tracks are recorded on the disc. READING keeps flashing on the A longer readout time is required. Do not use too many hierarchical display. levels and folders. / Turn off the power then on again. / Reattach the USB device again. NO FILE appears on the display. Check whether the device contains playable files. Noise is generated. Skip to another file. NOT SUPPORT appears and track skips. Check whether the track is a playable file format. Tracks/folders are not played back in the The playback order is determined by the file name. Folders with order you have intended. numbers on the initial of their names are sorted in numerical order. However, folders with no numbers on the initial of their names are sorted according to the file system of the USB device. CANNOT PLAY flashes on the display. / Check whether the connected USB device is compatible with this NO USB appears on the display. / The unit. / Reattach the USB device again. unit cannot detect the USB device. While playing a track, sound is The tracks have not been properly copied into the USB device. Copy sometimes interrupted. tracks again into the USB device, and try again. The iPod does not turn on or does not Check the connecting cable and its connection. / Update the work. firmware version of the iPod/iPhone. / Charge the battery of the iPod/iPhone. / Reset the iPod/iPhone. / Check whether <IPOD SWITCH> setting is appropriate. (page 15) The sound is distorted. Deactivate the equalizer either on this unit or the iPod/iPhone. Noise is generated. Turn off (uncheck) the VoiceOver feature of the iPod. For details, visit <http://www.apple.com>. Playback stops. The headphones are disconnected during playback. Restart the playback operation. (page 11) NO FILE appears on the display. Check whether the device contains playable files. CANNOT PLAY flashes on the display. Check whether the connected iPod/iPhone is compatible with this unit. (page 12) This unit can play back files recorded in VBR (variable bit rate). (Files recorded in VBR have a discrepancy in elapsed time indication.) The maximum number of characters for file/folder names vary depending on the disc format used (includes 4 extension characters<.mp3> or <.wma>). ISO 9660 Level 1 and 2, Romeo: 64 characters, Joliet: 32 characters, Windows long file name: 64 characters This unit cannot play back the following files: MP3 files: encoded in MP3i and MP3 PRO format; an inappropriate format; layer 1/2. WMA files: encoded in lossless, professional, and voice format; not based upon Windows Media Audio; copy-protected with DRM. Files which have data such as AIFF, ATRAC3, etc. ENGLISH 17

Symptom Tracks do not play back in the order you have intended them to play. The elapsed playing time is not correct.

Remedy/Cause The playback order is determined when the files are recorded.

Additional information
This unit can play back multi-session discs; however, unclosed sessions will be skipped while playing. This unit can play back files with the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of the letter caseupper/lower). This unit can play back the files meeting the conditions below: Bit rate: MP3/WMA: 8 kbps 320 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, 22.05 kHz This unit can show WMA Tag and ID3 Tag Version 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3/2.4 (for MP3). The search function works but search speed is not constant.

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iPod/iPhone playback (For KD-R521)

USB playback

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Using Bluetooth devices

For Bluetooth operations, it is required to connect the Bluetooth adapter, KS-BTA100 (not supplied) to the auxiliary input jack (R-AUX/BT ADAPTER) on the rear of the unit. (page 9) For details, refer also to the instructions supplied with the Bluetooth adapter and the Bluetooth device. Operations may be different according to the connected device.

Preparation

1 Register (pair) a Bluetooth device with KS-BTA100.

Refer to the instructions manual supplied with KS-BTA100.

2 Change the <SRC SELECT> settings of this unit.

[Hold]

] <SRC SELECT> ] <R-AUX> ] <BT ADAPTER>

Using the Bluetooth mobile phone

(Low) (High) Adjusting the microphone volume Volume level: High/ Normal (initial)/ Low Receiving a call When a call comes in... Making a call Making a call to the last connected number from your phone. Switching between handsfree and phone While talking... Ends/rejects call Voice dialing Voice dialing is available only when the connected mobile phone has the voice recognition system.

KS-BTA100

Microphone
[Hold]

Using the Bluetooth audio device

1
(CD receiver)

] BT AUDIO

If playback does not start, operate the Bluetooth audio player to start playback. [Press] Selects track. [Hold] Fast-forwards or reverses the track. About microphone volume: When you turn off the power of the CD receiver, the volume level changes to Normal. 18 ENGLISH

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Specifications
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION
Maximum Power Output : Front/Rear : 50 W per channel Continuous Power Output (RMS) : Front/Rear : 20 W per channel into 4 , 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more than 1% total harmonic distortion. Load Impedance : 4 (4 to 8 allowance) Frequency Response : 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz Signal-to-Noise Ratio : 70 dB Line-Out or Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance (for KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421) : 2.5 V/20 k load (full scale) Output Impedance : 600 Other Terminal : USB input terminal, Front auxiliary input jack, Rear auxiliary/Bluetooth adapter input jack, Aerial input

USB SECTION
USB Standard : USB 1.1, USB 2.0 Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed) : Max. 12 Mbps Compatible Device : Mass Storage Class Compatible File System : FAT 32/16/12 Playable Audio Format : MP3/WMA Max. Current : DC 5 V 500 mA

GENERAL
Power Requirement : Operating Voltage : DC 14.4 V (11 V to 16 V allowance) Grounding System : Negative ground Allowable Operating Temperature : 0C to +40C Dimensions (W H D) : (approx.) Installation Size : 182 mm 52 mm 159 mm Panel Size : 188 mm 59 mm 9 mm Mass : 1.2 kg (excluding accessories) Subject to change without notice. Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. KD-R521: 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. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

TUNER SECTION
Frequency Range : FM : 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz AM : MW : 531 kHz to 1 611 kHz LW : 153 kHz to 279 kHz FM Tuner : Usable Sensitivity : 9.3 dBf (0.8 V/75 ) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity : 16.3 dBf (1.8 V/75 ) Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz) : 65 dB Frequency Response : 40 Hz to 15 000 Hz Stereo Separation: 40 dB MW Tuner : Sensitivity/Selectivity : 20 V/40 dB LW Tuner : Sensitivity : 50 V

CD PLAYER SECTION
Type : Compact disc player Signal Detection System : Non-contact optical pickup (semiconductor laser) Number of Channels : 2 channels (stereo) Frequency Response : 5 Hz to 20 000 Hz Signal-to-Noise Ratio : 98 dB Wow and Flutter : Less than measurable limit MP3 Decoding Format (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3) : Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps WMA (Windows Media Audio) Decoding Format : Max. Bit Rate: 192 kbps

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Merci pour avoir achet un produit JVC. Veuillez lire attentivement toutes les instructions avant dutiliser lappareil afin de bien comprendre son fonctionnement et dobtenir les meilleures performances possibles.

IMPORTANT POUR PRODUITS LASER

1. PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1 2. ATTENTION: Nouvrez pas le couvercle suprieur. Il ny a aucune pice rparable par lutilisateur lintrieur de lappareil; confiez toute rparation un personnel qualifi. 3. ATTENTION: Rayonnement laser visible et/ou invisible de classe 1M une fois ouvert. Ne pas regarder directement avec des instruments optiques. 4. REPRODUCTION DE LTIQUETTE: TIQUETTE DE PRCAUTION PLACE LEXTRIEUR DE LAPPAREIL.

AVERTISSEMENT:
Arrtez la voiture avant de manipuler lappareil.

Attention:
Pile Produits Ajustez le volume de faon pouvoir entendre les sons extrieurs la voiture. Conduire avec le volume trop haut peut tre la cause dun accident.

Informations relatives llimination des appareils et des piles usags, lintention des utilisateurs
[Union europenne seulement] Ces symboles signifient que le produit et les piles ne doivent pas tre limins en tant que dchet mnager la fin de son cycle de vie. Si vous souhaitez liminer ce produit et les piles, faites-le conformment la lgislation nationale ou autres rgles en vigueur dans votre pays et votre municipalit. En liminant correctement ce produit, vous contribuez la conservation des ressources naturelles et la prvention des ventuels effets ngatifs sur lenvironnement et la sant humaine. Notification: La marque Pb en dessous du symbole des piles indique que cette pile contient du plomb. JVC ne peut tre tenu responsable pour toute perte de donnes dans un iPod/iPhone et/ ou un priphrique USB mmoire de grande capacit lors de lutilisation de ce systme.

Prcautions sur le rglage du volume:

Les appareils numriques (CD/USB) produisent trs peut de bruit par rapport aux autres sources. Rduisez le volume avant de reproduire ces sources numriques afin dviter dendommager les enceintes par la soudaine augmentation du niveau de sortie.

Prcautions pour la lecture de disques double face:

La face non DVD dun disque DualDisc nest pas compatible avec le standard Compact Disc Digital Audio. Par consquent, lutilisation de la face non DVD dun disque double face sur cet appareil nest pas recommande. Condensation : Quand une voiture est climatise, de la condensation peut se produire sur la lentille du laser. Cela peut tre la cause dune erreur de lecture du disque. Dans ce cas, retirez le disque et attendez que lhumidit svapore. Temprature lintrieur de la voiture : Si votre voiture est reste gare pendant longtemps dans un climat chaud ou froid, attendez que la temprature lintrieur de la voiture redevienne normale avant dutiliser lappareil.

FRANAIS

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Comment attacher/dtacher le panneau de commande

TABLE DES MATIERES

3 Comment attacher/dtacher le panneau de commande 3 Comment rinitialiser votre appareil 3 Comment forcer ljection dun disque 3 Entretien

Comment rinitialiser votre appareil

Vos ajustements prrgls sont aussi effacs.

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Comment forcer ljection dun disque

[Maintenez presse]

Faites attention de ne pas faire tomber le disque quand il est ject. Si cela ne fonctionne pas, essayez de rinitialiser lautoradio.

propos des disques Annulation des dmonstrations des affichages 4 Rglage de lhorloge 5 Oprations de base 6 coute de la radio 8 coute dun disque 9 Connexion dautres appareils extrieurs 9 coute dun autre appareil extrieur 10 coute dun priphrique USB 11 coute dun iPod/iPhone
(Disponible pour le KD-R521)

Entretien
Nettoyage de lappareil Essuyez la salet sur le panneau avec un chiffon sec au silicone ou un chiffon doux. Ne pas respecter ces prcautions peut entraner des dommages l'appareil. Nettoyage du connecteur Essuyez toute les salets sur le connecteur de lappareil et le panneau. Utilisez une coton-tige ou un chiffon.

12 Slection dun mode sonore prrgl 13 Utilisation des menus 15 Utilisation de la tlcommande
(Pour le KD-R521/KD-R422/KD-R421: vendu en option)

16 Guide de dpannage 18 Utilisation de priphriques Bluetooth 19 Spcifications

propos des disques

Cet appareil ne peut lire que les CD comportant: Disques qui ne peuvent pas tre utiliss: Disques qui ne sont pas ronds Disques avec des colorations sur la surface denregistrement ou disques sales Vous ne pouvez pas reproduire un disque enregistrable/rinscriptible qui na pas t finalis. (Pour le processus de finalisation, reportez-vous au logiciel utilis pour graver le disque et au mode demploi du graveur de disque.) Les CD de 3 pouces ne peuvent pas tre utiliss. Essayer dinsrer un disque laide dun adaptateur peut entraner un dysfonctionnement de lappareil. Manipulation des disques: Ne pas toucher la surface denregistrement du disque. Ne pas coller de ruban adhsif, etc. sur les disques et ne pas utiliser de disque avec du ruban adhsif coll dessus. Nutilisez aucun accessoire pour le disque. Nettoyez le disque en partant du centre vers lextrieur. Nettoyez le disque avec un chiffon sec au silicone ou un chiffon doux. Nutilisez aucun solvant. Pour retirer les disques de cet appareil, tirez-les horizontalement. Retirez les barbures du bord du trou central du disque avant dinsrer un disque. FRANAIS 3

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