JVC KD-DB912BT CD Receiver Instruction Manual

June 4, 2024
JVC

JVC KD-DB912BT CD Receiver Instruction Manual

JVC KD-DB912BT CD Receiver

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Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste. Old electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should be recycled at a facility capable of handling these items and their waste byproducts.

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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.

Declaration of Conformity with regard to the RE Directive 2014/53/EU
Declaration of Conformity with regard to the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU

Manufacturer:

JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriya-cho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, 221-0022, JAPAN

EU Representative:
JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN, THE NETHERLANDS

Hereby, JVCKENWOOD declares that the radio equipment “KD-DB912BT” is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
http://www.jvc.net/cs/car/eudoc/

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The software embedded in the Product (hereinafter the “Licensed Software”) provided by Licensor is copyrighted to or sublicensable by the Licensor, and this Agreement provides for the terms and conditions which Users shall follow in order to use the Licensed Software.

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Article 1 General Provision

The Licensor shall grant to the User a non-exclusive and non-transferable (other than the exceptional case referred to in Article 3, Paragraph 1) licensed to use the Licensed Software within the country of the User. (the country where the User bought the Product (hereinafter the “Country”).

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  3. The use of the Licensed Software shall be limited to personal purpose, and the Licensed Software shall not be distributed, licensed or sub-licensed whether it is for commercial purpose or not.
  4. The User shall use the Licensed Software according to the directions described in the operation manual or help file, and is prohibited to use or duplicate any data in a manner violating the Copyright Law or any other laws and regulations by applying whole or a part of the Licensed Software.

Article 3 Conditions for Grant of License

  1. When the User transfers the Product, it may also transfer the license to use the Licensed Software embedded in the Product (including any related materials, updates and upgrades) on condition that no original, copies or related materials continue in the possession of the User, and that the User shall cause the transferee to comply with this Software License Agreement.
  2. The User shall not carry out reverse engineering, disassembling, decompiling or any other code analysis works in connection with the Licensed Software.

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Any and all copyrights and other rights pertaining to the Licensed Software and related documents shall belong to the Licensor or the original holder of the right who granted to the Licensor the license or sublicense for the Licensed Software (hereinafter the “Original Right holder”), and the User shall not be entitled to any right other than the license granted hereunder, in respect of the Licensed Software and any related documents.

Article 5 Indemnification of Licensor

  1. Neither the Licensor nor the Original Rightholder shall be liable for any damage incurred by the User or any third party due to the exercise of the license granted to the User under this Agreement, unless otherwise restricted by law.
  2. The Licensor will offer no guarantee for the merchantability, convertibility and consistency with certain objective of the Licensed Software.

Article 6 Liability to Third Party
If any dispute has arisen with any third party due to an infringement upon a copyright, patent or any other intellectual property right that was caused by the User’s use of the Licensed Software, the User shall settle such dispute at its own cost and hold the Licensor and the Original Rightholder harmless from any inconvenience it may cause.

Article 7 Confidentiality
The User shall keep the confidentiality of such portion of the Licensed Software, related documents thereof or any other information to be granted under this Agreement, as well as the conditions of this Agreement as has not yet entered the public domain, and shall not disclose or divulge the same to any third party without approval of the Licensor.

Article 8 Termination
In case the User falls under any of the events described in the following items, the Licensor may
immediately terminate this Agreement or claim that the User compensates for the damage incurred by the Licensor due to such event:

(1) when the User violated any provision of this Agreement; or
(2) when a petition has been filed against the User for an attachment, provisional attachment,
provisional disposition or any other compulsory execution.

Article 9 Destruction of the Licensed Software
If this Agreement is terminated pursuant to the provision of Article 8, the User shall destroy the Licensed Software, any related documents and copies thereof within two (2) weeks from such date of termination.

Article 10 Protection of Copyright

  1. The copyright and all the other intellectual property rights relating to the Licensed Software
    shall belong to the Licensor and the Original Rightholder, and in no event shall they be under the ownership of the User.

  2. The User shall, whenever it uses the Licensed Software, comply with any laws relating to the
    copyright and other intellectual property rights.

Article 11 Export Restriction

  1. It is prohibited to export the Licensed Software and any related documents outside the country of the User (including transmission thereof outside the country of the User via Internet of other communication tools).
  2. The User shall understand that the Licensed Software shall be subject to the export restrictions adopted by the country of User and any other countries.
  3. The User shall agree that the software will be subject to any and all applicable international and domestic laws (including the export control regulation of the country of User and any other countries, and any restrictions concerning the end-users, the use by end-users and importing countries to be provided by the country of User and any other countries, and any other governmental authorities).

Article 12 Miscellaneous

  1. In the event any part of this Agreement is invalidated by operation of law, the residual provisions shall continue in force.
  2. Matters not stipulated in this Agreement or any ambiguity or question raised in the construction of this Agreement shall be provided or settled upon good-faith consultation between the Licensor and the User.
  3. The Licensor and the User hereby agree that this Agreement is governed by the laws of Japan, and any dispute arising from, and relating to the rights and obligations under, this Agreement shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Tokyo District Court for its first instance.

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How to read this manual

  • The displays and faceplates shown in this manual are examples used to provide clear explanations of the operations. For this reason, they may be different from the actual displays or faceplates.
  • Operations are explained mainly using buttons on the faceplate.
  • English indications are used for the purpose of explanation. You can select the display language from the menu. (Page 5)
  • [XX] indicates the selected items.
  • (Page XX) indicates references are available on the stated page.

This symbol on the product means there are important operating and maintenance instructions in this manual. Be sure to carefully read instructions in this manual.

Before Use

IMPORTANT

  • To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using this product. It is especially important that you read and observe Warnings and Cautions in this manual.
  • Please keep the manual in a safe and accessible place for future reference.

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 external 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.

Basics

Faceplate

FIG 2 Basics

Only for illustration purpose.

FIG 3 On the faceplate

FIG 4 On the faceplate

Getting Started

FIG 5 Getting Started

FIG 6 Getting Started

FIG 7 Getting Started

FIG 8 Getting Started

FIG 9 Getting Started

FIG 10 Getting Started

Digital Radio

About DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
DAB is one of the digital radio broadcasting systems available today. It can deliver digital quality sound without any annoying interference or signal distortion. Furthermore, it can carry text, pictures and data.

In contrast to FM broadcast, where each program is transmitted on its own frequency, DAB combines several programs (called “services”) to form one “ensemble”.

The “primary component” (main radio station) is sometimes accompanied by a “secondary component” which can contain extra programs or other information.

FIG 11 About DAB

  • “DGTL” indicator lights up when receiving DAB digital signal and flashes when receiving a RDS signal.
  • The unit switches to DAB alarm automatically when receiving an alarm signal from DAB broadcast.

FIG 12 Digital Radio

FIG 13 Digital Radio

FIG 14 Digital Radio

FIG 15 Digital Radio

FIG 16 Digital Radio

FIG 17 Digital Radio

FIG 18 Digital Radio

PTY code or Program type
[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]

Analog Radio

FIG 19 Analog Radio

The unit switches to FM alarm automatically when receiving an alarm signal from FM broadcast.

FIG 20 Analog Radio

Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6). (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. “MEMORY” appears once the station is stored.

FIG 21 Analog Radio

FIG 22 Analog Radio

FIG 23 Analog Radio

  • Selectable only when in FM source.

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]

CD/USB/iPod

FIG 24 CD USB iPod

The source changes to USB automatically and playback starts.

  • Do not leave the cable inside the car when not in use.

FIG 25 CD USB iPod

FIG 26 CD USB iPod

1 For CD: Only for MP3/WMA/AAC files. This does not work for iPod.
2 For iPod: Applicable only when [HEAD MODE] is selected.

Select music drive
While in USB source, press 5 MODE repeatedly.
Stored songs in the following drive will be played back.

  • Selected internal or external memory of a smartphone (Mass Storage Class).
  • Selected drive of a multiple drive device.

FIG 27 CD USB iPod

FIG 28 CD USB iPod

AUX

You can listen to music from a portable audio player via the auxiliary input jack.

Preparation:
Select [ON] for [BUILT-IN AUX] in [SOURCE SELECT]. (Page 5)

FIG 29 AUX

Spotify

You can listen to Spotify on iPhone/iPod touch (via Bluetooth or via USB input terminal) or Android device (via Bluetooth).

Preparation:

  • Install the latest version of the Spotify application on your device (iPhone/ iPod touch or Android device), then create an account and log in to Spotify.
  • Select [ON] for [SPOTIFY SRC] in [SOURCE SELECT]. (Page 5)

Start listening

  1. Start up the Spotify application on your device.
  2. Connect your device to the USB input terminal.

FIG 30 Start listening

You can also connect the iPhone/iPod touch or Android device via Bluetooth. (Page 16)
• Make sure the USB input terminal is not connected to any device when you connect via Bluetooth.
3 Press B SRC repeatedly to select SPOTIFY (for iPhone/iPod touch) or SPOTIFY BT (for Android device).

Broadcast starts automatically

  • Do not leave the cable inside the car when not in use.

FIG 31 Spotify

1 Available for premium account users only.
2 This feature is available for tracks in Radio only. If thumbs down is selected, the current track is skipped.
*3 Available for tracks in Playlists only.

Save favorite song information
While listening to the Radio on Spotify…
Press and hold the volume knob.
“SAVED” appears and the information is stored to “Your Music” or “Your Library” on your Spotify account.

To unsave, repeat the same procedure.
“REMOVED” appears and the information is removed from “Your Music” or “Your Library” on your Spotify account.

FIG 32 Spotify

Using Other Applications

JVC Remote application
You can control the JVC car receiver from iPhone/iPod touch (via Bluetooth or via USB input terminal) or Android device (via Bluetooth) using JVC Remote application.

• For more information, visit http://www.jvc.net/cs/car/.

Preparation:
Install the latest version of JVC Remote application on your device before connecting.

Start using JVC Remote application

  1. Start up the JVC Remote application on your device.

  2. Connect your device.
    • For Android device:
    Pair the Android device with this unit via Bluetooth. (Page 16)
    • For iPhone/iPod touch:
    Connect iPhone/iPod touch to the USB input terminal. (Page 10) (or)
    Pair the iPhone/iPod touch with this unit via Bluetooth. (Page 16)
    (Make sure the USB input terminal is not connected to any device.)

  3. Select the device to use from the menu.
    See the following “Settings to use JVC Remote application”.
    By default, [ANDROID] is selected. To use iPhone/iPod touch, select [YES] for [IOS]. (Page 15)

FIG 33 Settings to use JVC Remote application

FIG 34 Settings to use JVC Remote application

FIG 35 Using Other Applications

Bluetooth®

  • Depending on the Bluetooth version, operating system and the firmware version of your mobile phone, Bluetooth features may not work with this unit.
  • Be sure to turn on the Bluetooth function of the device to make the following operations.
  • Signal conditions vary depending on the surrounding

Bluetooth — Connection
Supported Bluetooth profiles
– Hands-Free Profile (HFP)
– Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
– Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
– Serial Port Profile (SPP)
– Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP)

Supported Bluetooth codecs
– Sub Band Codec (SBC)
– Advanced Audio Coding (AAC)

Connect the microphone

FIG 36 Connect the microphone

Pair and connect a Bluetooth device for the first time

FIG 37 Pair and connect a Bluetooth device for the first
time

FIG 38 Pair and connect a Bluetooth device for the first
time

FIG 39 Pair and connect a Bluetooth device for the first
time

Auto Pairing
When you connect iPhone/iPod touch to the USB input terminal, pairing request (via Bluetooth) is automatically activated if [AUTO PAIRING] is set to [ON]. (Page 20)

Press the volume knob to pair once you have confirmed the device name.

Bluetooth — Mobile phone

FIG 40 Bluetooth — Mobile phone

Receive a call
When there is an incoming call:

  • The buttons will blink in the color you have selected in [RING COLOR]. (Page 18)

  • The unit answers the call automatically if [AUTO ANSWER] is set to a selected time. (Page 18) During a call:

  • The buttons stop blinking and illuminate in the color you have selected in
    [RING COLOR]. (Page 18)

  • If you turn off the unit or detach the faceplate, Bluetooth is disconnected.

The following operations may differ or be unavailable depending on the connected phone.

FIG 41 Receive a call

FIG 42 Receive a call

1 This adjustment will not affect the volume of the other sources.
2 Operations may vary according to the connected Bluetooth device.

Improve the voice quality

While talking on the phone…

FIG 43 Improve the voice quality

Make the settings for receiving a call

FIG 44 Make the settings for receiving a call

FIG 45 Make the settings for receiving a call

Make a call

You can make a call from the call history, phonebook, or dialing the number. Call by voice is also possible if your mobile phone has the feature.

FIG 46 Make a call

FIG 47 Make a call

FIG 48 Make a call

• Supported Voice Recognition features vary for each phone. Refer to the instruction manual of the connected phone for details.

FIG 49 Store a contact in memory

FIG 50 Store a contact in memory

FIG 51 Bluetooth mode settings

Bluetooth compatibility check mode

You can check the connectivity of the supported profile between the Bluetooth device and the unit.

  • Make sure there is no Bluetooth device paired.

FIG 52 Bluetooth compatibility check mode

If “CONNECT NOW USING PHONE” appears, operate the Bluetooth device to allow phonebook access to continue. “TESTING” flashes on the display.

The connectivity result flashes on the display.
“PAIRING OK” and/or “HANDS-FREE OK”1 and/or “AUD.STREAM OK”2 and/
or “PBAP OK”3: Compatible
1 Compatible with Hands-Free Profile (HFP)
2 Compatible with Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
3 Compatible with Phonebook Access profile (PBAP)

After 30 seconds, “PAIRING DELETED” appears to indicate that pairing has been deleted, and the unit exits check mode.

• To cancel, press and hold SRC to turn off the power, then turn on the power again.

Bluetooth — Audio

FIG 53 Bluetooth — Audio

While in BT AUDIO source, you can connect to five Bluetooth audio devices and switch between these five devices.

Listen to the audio player via Bluetooth

  1. Press B SRC repeatedly to select BT AUDIO.
  2. Operate the audio player via Bluetooth to start playback.

FIG 54 Listen to the audio player via Bluetooth

FIG 55 Listen to the audio player via Bluetooth

*2 Pressing the “Play” key on the connected device itself also causes switching of sound output
from the device.

Operations and display indications may differ according to their availability on the connected device.

Listen to iPod/iPhone via Bluetooth
You can listen to the songs on the iPod/iPhone via Bluetooth on this unit.
Press SRC repeatedly to select iPod BT.

  • You can operate the iPod/iPhone in the same way as iPod/iPhone via USB input terminal. (Page 10)
  • If you plug in an iPod/iPhone to the USB input terminal while listening to iPod BT source, the source automatically changes to iPod USB source.

Press SRC to select iPod BT source if the device is still connected via Bluetooth.

AMAZON ALEXA

Alexa is the cloud-based voice service developed by Amazon. You can ask Alexa to play music, get weather reports, traffic information, control smart home devices, shop on Amazon, search the internet, set reminders and more.

Preparation:

  • Create an account at <www.amazon.com>.

  • Install the latest version of the Alexa mobile application on your device
    (iPhone/iPod touch or Android device), then log in to the application.

  • Be sure to enable the internet connection on your smartphone.

Setup for the first time
For Android device

  1. Pair your device with this unit via Bluetooth. (Page 16)
  2. Start up the Alexa mobile application on your device.
  3. Pair this unit to Alexa mobile application.

Perform Option A or Option B.

For iPhone/iPod touch

  1. Pair your device with this unit via Bluetooth. (Page 16)

  2. Start up the Alexa mobile application on your device.

  3. Press ****on the unit to enter ALEXA source.
    • You may also press SRC repeatedly to select iPod BT source.

  4. Pair this unit to Alexa mobile application.

Perform Option A or Option B.

Option A: Direct Link
Access the following URL or scan the QR code with your smartphone:
http://www.jvc.net/car/alexa

Option B: Manual Pairing

  1. Start up the Alexa mobile application and go to the “Devices” tab.
  2. Tap the “ + “ icon at the top right corner.
  3. Tap “Add Device”.
  4. Tap “Automotive Accessory” or “Headphones” from the list of device types.
  5. Tap the name of your receiver (“KD-DB912BT”) and follow the instructions.

Once the setup process is completed, the Alexa mobile application will establish a connection with this unit.

  • The Alexa connection can be disconnected if:
    – A2DP profile is disconnected
    – Bluetooth is disconnected
    – This unit is turned off
    – Any other conditions depending on the connected device.
    To establish Alexa connection again, reconnect the A2DP profile.

  • Alexa connection cannot be established again if you:
    – Reinstall Alexa mobile application
    – Delete the paired device and perform pairing again (for Android device)
    To establish Alexa connection again, perform the setup process again.

  • You can check the Alexa connection from the Alexa mobile application.
    If the name of this unit appears on the screen of “ALL DEVICES”, you do not need to perform setup process again.

FIG 56 Manual Pairing

Basic operations

Once Alexa connection is established…

FIG 57 Basic operations

Start listening

While in Alexa idle state…

  1. Press ****on the unit to activate Alexa.
    The display shows: “LISTENING…”.

  2. Communicate with Alexa via the connected microphone. (Page 15)

  3. During music playback in ALEXA source, you can perform the following operations:

FIG 58 Start listening

Audio Settings

FIG 59 Audio Settings

FIG 60 Audio Settings

FIG 61 Audio Settings

FIG 62 Audio Settings

FIG 63 Audio Settings

FIG 64 Audio Settings

FIG 65 Audio Settings

FIG 66 Audio Settings

FIG 67 Audio Settings

FIG 68 Audio Settings

Crossover settings
Below are the available setting items for 2-way crossover and 3-way crossover.

CAUTION
Select a crossover type according to how the speakers are connected. (Page 38)
If you select a wrong type:

  • The speakers may be damaged.
  • The output sound level may be extremely high or low.

SPEAKER SIZE
Selects according to the connected speaker size for optimum performance.

  • The frequency and slope settings are automatically set for the crossover of the selected speaker.
  • If [NONE] is selected for the following speaker in [SPEAKER SIZE], the [X ‘ OVER] setting of the selected speaker is not available.
    – 2-way crossover: [TWEETER] of [FRONT]/[REAR]/[SUBWOOFER] – 3-way crossover: [WOOFER]

X ‘ OVER (crossover)

  • [FRQ]/[F-HPF FRQ]/[R-HPF FRQ]/[SW LPF FRQ]/[HPF FRQ]/[LPF FRQ]: Adjusts the crossover frequency for the selected speakers (high pass filter or low pass filter).
    If [THROUGH] is selected, all signals are sent to the selected speakers.

  • [SLOPE]/[F-HPF SLOPE]/[R-HPF SLOPE]/[SW LPF SLOPE]/[HPF SLOPE]/[LPF SLOPE]: Adjusts the crossover slope.
    Selectable only if a setting other than [THROUGH] is selected for the crossover frequency.

  • [SW LPF PHASE]/[PHASE]: Selects the phase of the speaker output to be in line with the other speaker output.

  • [GAIN LEFT]/[GAIN RIGHT]/[F-HPF GAIN]/[R-HPF GAIN]/[SW LPF GAIN]/[GAIN]: Adjusts the output volume of the selected speaker.

2-way crossover setting items

FIG 69 2-way crossover setting items

FIG 70 2-way crossover setting items

FIG 71 2-way crossover setting items

3-way crossover setting items

FIG 72 3-way crossover setting items

FIG 73 3-way crossover setting items

1 Displayed only when [SPK/PRE OUT] is set to [REAR/REAR]. (Page 26)
2 Displayed only when [SUBWOOFER SET] is set to [ON]. (Page 25)

Digital Time Alignment settings
Digital Time Alignment sets the delay time of the speaker output to create a more suitable environment for your vehicle.
• For more information, see the following “Determining the delay time automatically”.

FIG 74 3-way crossover setting items

FIG 75 Digital Time Alignment settings

FIG 76 Determining the delay time automatically

*1 Before making an adjustment, select the speaker:
When 2-way crossover is selected:
[FRONT LEFT]/[FRONT RIGHT]/[REAR LEFT]/[REAR RIGHT]/[SUBWOOFER]:
– [REAR LEFT], [REAR RIGHT] and [SUBWOOFER] is selectable only if a setting other than
[NONE] is selected for [REAR] and [SUBWOOFER] of [SPEAKER SIZE]. (Page 27)
When 3-way crossover is selected:
[TWEETER LEFT]/[TWEETER RIGHT]/[MID LEFT]/[MID RIGHT]/[WOOFER]:
– [WOOFER] is selectable only if a setting other than [NONE] is selected for [WOOFER] of
[SPEAKER SIZE]. (Page 28)

*2 Displayed only when [X ‘ OVER TYPE ] is set to [2-WAY] (page 26) and if a setting other
than [NONE] is selected for [REAR] of [SPEAKER SIZE]. (Page 27)

Display Settings

FIG 77 Display Settings

FIG 78 Display Settings

FIG 79 Display Settings

FIG 80 Display Settings

1 The illumination control wire connection is required. (Page 38)
2 Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blank).
*3 Functionality depends on the type of phone used.

FIG 81 Display Settings

FIG 82 Display Settings

  • If one of these color patterns is selected, the [ZONE 1] and [ZONE 2] illumination colors will
    change to the default colors.

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Maintenance
Cleaning the unit
Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicone or soft cloth.

Cleaning the connector
Detach the faceplate and clean the connector gently with a cotton swab. Be careful not to damage the connector.

Handling discs

  • Do not touch the recording surface of the disc.
  • Do not stick tape etc. on the disc, or use a disc with tape stuck on it.
  • Do not use any accessories for the disc.
  • Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
  • Clean the disc with a dry silicone or soft cloth. Do not use any solvents.
  • When removing a disc from this unit, pull it out horizontally.
  • Remove burrs from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc.

More information
For: – Latest firmware updates and latest compatible item list
– JVC original application
– Any other latest information
Visit <www.jvc.net/cs/car/>.

General

FIG 84 General

Playable files

  • Playable audio file:
    For disc: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), AAC (.aac)
    For USB mass storage class device:
    MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), AAC (.aac), AAC (.m4a), WAV (.wav), FLAC (.flac)

  • Playable disc media: CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM

  • Playable disc file format: ISO 9660 Level 1/2, Joliet, Long file name

  • Playable USB device file system: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
    Even when audio files comply with the standards listed above, playback may be impossible
    depending on the types or conditions of media or devices.
    The AAC (.m4a) file in a CD encoded by iTunes cannot be played on this unit.

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. About

About USB devices

  • 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.
  • This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose rating is other than 5 V and exceeds 1.5 A.

About iPod/iPhone

  • Made for
    – iPod touch (6th generation)
    – iPhone 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, SE, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS MAX, XR (iOS 12.1 or later)

  • It is not possible to browse video files on the “Videos” menu in [HEAD MODE].

  • The song order displayed on the selection menu of this unit may differ from that of the iPod/ iPhone.

  • You cannot operate iPod if “JVC” or “ ✔️” is displayed on iPod.

  • Depending on the version of the operating system of the iPod/iPhone, some functions may not operate on this unit.

About Spotify

  • Spotify application supports:
    – iPhone 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, SE, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS MAX, XR (iOS 12.1 or later)
    – iPod touch (6th generation)
    – Android OS 4.0.3 or later

  • Spotify is a third party service, therefore the specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Accordingly, compatibility may be impaired or some or all of the services may become unavailable.

  • Some functions of Spotify cannot be operated from this unit.

  • For issues using the application, please contact Spotify at <www.spotify.com>.

About AMAZON ALEXA
• Alexa is a third party service, therefore the specifications are subject to change without prior
notice. Accordingly, compatibility may be impaired or some or all of the services may become
unavailable.

FIG 85 About AMAZON ALEXA

Change the display information

FIG 86 Change the display information

FIG 87 Change the display information

FIG 88 Change the display information

*2 During Music Synchronization Effect, the illumination color or brightness level of the buttons changes and synchronizes with the music level (depending on the color setting made for
[PRESET] on page 31).

Troubleshooting

FIG 89 Troubleshooting

FIG 90 Troubleshooting

FIG 91 Troubleshooting

FIG 92 Troubleshooting

FIG 93 Troubleshooting

FIG 94 Troubleshooting

FIG 95 Troubleshooting

FIG 96 Troubleshooting

FIG 97 Troubleshooting

FIG 98 Troubleshooting

If you still have troubles, reset the unit. (Page 4)

Installation/Connection

This section is for the professional installer.
For safety’s sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult the car audio dealer.

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.
  • To prevent short circuit:
    – Insulate unconnected wires with vinyl tape.
    – Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation.
    – Secure the wires with cable clamps and wrap vinyl tape around the wires that come in contact with metal parts to protect the wires.

CAUTION

  • 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. (Page 25)

  • 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.

FIG 99 Part list for installation

Basic procedure

FIG 100 Basic procedure

Installing the unit (in-dash mounting)

FIG 101 Installing the unit

FIG 102 Installing the unit

Wiring connection

FIG 103 Wiring connection

Specifications

FIG 104 Specifications

FIG 105 Specifications

FIG 106 Specifications

FIG 107 Specifications

FIG 108 Specifications

FIG 109 Specifications

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.

  • Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge 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 an Apple product may affect wireless performance.

  • Apple, iPhone, iPod, iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

  • IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.

  • SPOTIFY and the Spotify logo are among the registered trademarks of Spotify AB.

  • Android is a trademark of Google LLC.

  • The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by JVCKENWOOD Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

  • Amazon Alexa is not available in all languages and countries.

  • Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

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