Please read all instructions carefully before operation to obtain the
best possible performance from the unit.
Por favor lea detenidamente este manual para comprender a fondo
todas las instrucciones y obtener un máximo disfrute de esta unidad.
Veuillez lires les instructions attentivement avant d’utiliser l’appareil
afin d’obtenir les meilleures performances possibles de l’appareil.
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.
GET0842-001B [J]
CONTENTS
BEFORE USE
BEFORE USE 2
BASICS 3
GETTING STARTED 4
RADIO 5
CD / USB / iPod 6
AUX 7
ILLUMINATION
(
KD-A845BT
/
KD-R840BT
only)
Pandora® 8
SiriusXM™
(
KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT
only)
BLUETOOTH® 10
AUDIO SETTINGS 15
MORE INFORMATION 16
TROUBLESHOOTING 17
SPECIFICATIONS 19
INSTALLATION / CONNECTION 20
How to read this manual
• Operations explained mainly using buttons
on the faceplate of
• [XX] indicates the selected items.
•
(➜ XX)
indicates references are available on
the stated page number.
KD-R740BT
.
Warning
Do not operate any function that takes your attention away from safe driving.
Caution
Volume setting:
• Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds outside the car to prevent accident.
• Lower the volume before playing digital sources to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of
the output level.
General:
• Avoid using the USB device or iPod/iPhone if it might hinder driving safety.
• Make sure all important data has been backed up. We shall bear no responsibility for any loss of recorded data.
• Never put or leave any metallic objects (such as coins or metal tools) inside the unit, to prevent a short circuit.
7
8
• If a disc error occurs due to condensation on the laser lens, eject the disc and wait for the moisture to evaporate.
Remote control (RM-RK52):
• Do not leave the remote control in hot places such as on the dashboard.
• The Lithium battery is in danger of explosion if replaced incorrectly. Replace it only with the same or
equivalent type.
• The battery pack or batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use. Dispose of used batteries
promptly. If swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
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
Maintenance
Cleaning the unit: Wipe off dirt on the faceplate with a dry silicon or soft cloth.
Cleaning the connector: Detach the faceplate and clean the connector with a
cotton swab gently, being careful not to damage the connector.
Handling discs:
• Do not touch the recording surface of the disc.
• Do not stick tape etc. on the disc, or use a disc with tape stuck on it.
• Do not use any accessories for the disc.
• Clean from the center of the disc and move outward.
• Clean the disc with a dry silicon or soft cloth. Do not use any solvents.
• When removing discs from this unit, pull them out horizontally.
• Remove burrs from the center hole and disc edge before inserting a disc.
2
Connector (on the reverse
side of the faceplate)
BASICS
Faceplate
KD-A845BT
KD-R840BT
Volume knob
(turn/press)Loading slot
Display window
Attach
Remote control (RM-RK52)
Remote sensor
(Do not expose to bright sunlight.)
Detach
KD-R740BT
Pull out the insulation sheet
when using for the first time.
How to reset
How to replace the battery
Your preset adjustments will
Detach button
ToDo this (on the faceplate)Do this (on the remote control)
Turn on the powerPress and hold L SOURCE.
Adjust the volumeTurn the volume knob.Press VOL + or VOL –.
Select a source• Press L SOURCE repeatedly.
Change the display
information
• Press and hold to turn off the power.
Press the volume knob to mute the sound or pause playback.
• Press again to cancel.
• Press L SOURCE, then turn the volume knob within 2 seconds.
Press DISP repeatedly.
• Press and hold to scroll the current display information.
(➜ 16)
also be erased.
( not available )
Press
to mute the sound or pause playback.
• Press again to cancel.
Press SOURCE repeatedly.
( not available )
3
ENGLISH
GETTING STARTED
1
Cancel the demonstration
1
Press and hold
2
Press the volume knob to select
3
Turn the volume knob to select
4
Press
2
Set the clock
1
Press and hold
2
Turn the volume knob to select
3
Turn the volume knob to select
4
Turn the volume knob to select the day, then press the knob.
5
Turn the volume knob to adjust the hour, then press the knob.
6
Turn the volume knob to adjust the minute, then press the knob.
7
Press
3
Set the basic settings
1
Press and hold
2
Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table),
then press the knob.
3
Press
To return to the previous hierarchy, press G.
MENU
MENU
MENU
MENU
to exit.
MENU
to exit.
MENU
to exit.
.
[DEMO]
.
[DEMO OFF]
.
[CLOCK]
[CLOCK SET]
.
, then press the knob.
, then press the knob.
, then press the knob.
CLOCK
CLOCK ADJ
CLOCK DISP
DIMMER
DIMMER SET
BRIGHTNESS
DISPLAY
SCROLL
TAG DISPLAY
USB *3 (
KD-A845BT
DRIVECHANGE Selects to change the drive when a multiple drives device is connected to the USB input
IPOD SWITCH
HEAD MODE: Controls music playback only from this unit. ; IPOD MODE: Controls music playback from both the unit and iPod/iPhone. ; EXT MODE: Controls music playback only from the iPod/iPhone.
AUDIOBOOKS
NORMAL / FASTER / SLOWER: Selects the playback speed of the Audiobooks sound file in your iPod/iPhone.
(Default:
SRC SELECT
5
*
AM
PANDORA
5
AUX
*
1
*
The illumination control wire connection is required. (➜
2
*
Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blanked).
3
*
Displayed only when the source is USB FRONT or USB REAR.
4
*
Displayed only when the source is USB-IPOD.
5
*
Not displayed when the corresponding source is selected.
4
AUTO: The clock time is automatically set using the Clock Time (CT) data in FM Radio
Broadcast Data System signal. ; OFF: Cancels.
ON: The clock time is shown on the display even when the unit is turned off. ; OFF: Cancels.
Selects the display and button illumination adjusted in the [BRIGHTNESS] setting.
AUTO: Changes between the day and night adjustments when you turn off or on the car
headlights. *1 ; ON: Selects the night adjustments. ; OFF: Selects the day adjustments.
Sets the display and button brightness for day and night separately.
1
DAY/ NIGHT: Select day or night.
2
Select the zone for setting.
KD-A845BT
KD-R740BT
3
Set the brightness level (00 to 31). (Default: DAY: 31 ; NIGHT: 15)
2
*
ONCE: Scrolls the display information once. ; AUTO: Repeats scrolling at 5-second
intervals. ; OFF: Cancels.
ON: Shows the TAG information while playing MP3/WMA/WAV files. ; OFF: Cancels.
/
KD-R840BT
terminal (front/rear).
4
*
*4 (
KD-A845BT
Depends on your iPod/iPhone setting.)
ON: Enables AM in source selection. ; OFF: Disables.
5
*
ON: Enables PANDORA in source selection. ; OFF: Disables.
ON: Enables AUX in source selection. ; OFF: Disables.
/
KD-R840BT
: BUTTON ZONE / DISP ZONE
only)
/
KD-R840BT
only)
: BTN ZONE 1/ 2/ 3 / DISP ZONE / VOL ZONE (➜ 7)
21)
Default:
XX
RADIO
“ST” lights up when
receiving an FM stereo
broadcast with sufficient
signal strength.
Search for a station
1 Press L SOURCE to select FM or AM.
2 Press E / F (or 2 / 3 on RM-RK52) to search for a station automatically.(or)Press and hold E / F (or 2 / 3 on RM-RK52) until “M” flashes, then press
repeatedly to search for a station manually.
Store a station
You can store up to 18 stations for FM and 6 stations for AM.
While listening to a station....
Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6) to store.
(or)
1 Press and hold the volume knob until “PRESET MODE” flashes.
2 Turn the volume knob to select a preset number, then press the knob. The preset number flashes and “MEMORY” appears.
Select a stored station
Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6).
(or)
1 Press MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select a preset number, then press the knob.
Search for your favorite program (PTY Search)
Available only for FM Radio Broadcast Data System stations.
1 Press and hold G.
2 Turn the volume knob to select a PTY code (see the right column), then press
the knob to start searching.
If there is a station broadcasting a program of the same PTY code as you have
selected, that station is tuned in.
Other settings
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select
[TUNER]
, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then
press the knob.
4 Press MENU to exit.
Default:
SSMSSM 01 – 06 / SSM 07 – 12 / SSM 13 – 18: Automatically presets up to 18
AREA
MONO
IF BAND
RADIO TIMER
PTY code: NEWS, INFORM (information), SPORTS, TALK, ROCK, CLS ROCK (classic rock), ADLT HIT
(adult hits), SOFT RCK (softrock), TOP 40, COUNTRY, OLDIES, SOFT, NOSTALGA (nostalgia), JAZZ,
CLASSICL (classical), R & B (rhythm and blues), SOFT R&B (soft rhythm and blues), LANGUAGE,
REL MUSC (religious music), REL TALK (religious talk), PERSNLTY (personality), PUBLIC, COLLEGE,
HABL ESP (Spanish talk), MUSC ESP (Spanish music), HIP HOP, WEATHER
5
stations for FM. “SSM” stops flashing when the first 6 stations are stored. Select
SSM 07 – 12 / SSM 13 – 18 to store the following 12 stations.
AREA US: For North/Central/South America, AM/FM intervals: 10 kHz/200 kHz. ;
AREA EU: For any other areas, AM/FM intervals: 9 kHz/50 kHz. ; AREA SA: For
some South American countries, AM/FM intervals: 10 kHz/50 kHz.
Displayed only when the source is FM.
MONO ON: Improves the FM reception, but the stereo effect will be lost. ;
MONO OFF: Cancels.
AUTO: Increases the tuner selectivity to reduce interference noises from adjacent
stations. (Stereo effect may be lost.) ; WIDE: Subjects to interference noises from
adjacent stations, but sound quality will not be degraded and the stereo effect will
remain.
Turns on the radio at a specific time regardless of the current source.
1
ONCE/ DAILY/ WEEKLY/ OFF: Select how often the timer will be turned on.
2
FM/ AM: Select the FM or AM band.
3
01 to 18 (for FM)/ 01 to 06 (for AM): Select the preset station.
4
Set the activation day and time.
• “M” lights up when complete.
Radio Timer will not activate for the following cases.
• The unit is turned off.
• [OFF] is selected for [AM] in [SRC SELECT] after Radio Timer for AM is selected.
(➜ 4)
ENGLISH
XX
CD / USB / iPod
Start playback
CD
Label side
The source changes to CD and playback starts.
• To eject a disc, press 0.
USB
USB input terminal
USB 2.0 cable
*1
(commercially available)
and/ or
USB cable from the rear of the unit
(KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT only)
The source changes to USB FRONT, USB REAR or
USB and playback starts.
iPod/iPhone
USB input terminal
USB 2.0 cable*
(accessory of the
1
iPod/iPhone)
and/ or
USB cable from the rear of the unit
(KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT only)
The source changes to USB-IPOD and playback
starts (for KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT:
depending
on the status of the connected device).
Press 4 iPod MODE repeatedly to select the
control mode (
[EXT MODE]
• See also
[HEAD MODE]
/
) directly.
[IPOD SWITCH]. (➜ 4)
[IPOD MODE]
/
Note:
WAV files are playable only for
KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT
in USB source.
: Applicable
— : Not applicable
To Do thisCD USB iPod
Select a track/file Press E / F (or 2 / 3 on RM-RK52).
Select a folder
Press 1 ∞ / 2 5 (or 5 / ∞ on RM-RK52).
(MP3/WMA/WAV)
Reverse/Fast-forward Press and hold E / F (or 2 / 3 on RM-RK52).
Select a track/file
from a list
1 Press MENU
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection, then press the knob.
• MP3/WMA/WAV file: Select the desired folder, then a file.
• iPod or JVC Playlist Creator (JPC) / JVC Music Control (JMC) file*3: Select
the desired file from the list (PLAYLISTS, ARTISTS, ALBUMS, SONGS,
PODCASTS*4, GENRES, COMPOSERS*4 , AUDIOBOOKS*5).
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press G.
• To cancel, press MENU.
Note: Turn the volume knob quickly to fast-search or use
Character search (➜
7)
.
Repeat playPress 6B repeatedly to make a selection.
• Audio CD or JPC / JMC file: TRACK RPT, RPT OFF
• MP3/WMA/WAV file: TRACK RPT, FOLDER RPT, RPT OFF
• iPod: ONE RPT, ALL RPT
Random play Press 5 A repeatedly to make a selection.
• Audio CD: ALL RND, RND OFF
• MP3/WMA/WAV file or JPC / JMC file: FOLDER RND, ALL RND, RND OFF
• iPod: SONG RND, ALBUM RND
1
*
Do not leave the cable inside the car when not using.
2
*
Applicable under
3
*
Only for files registered in the database created with JPC / JMC. (➜
4
*
Only for iPod.
[HEAD MODE]
and
[IPOD MODE]
only. (➜
7
*
, RND OFF
4)
5
*
KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT
6
*
Applicable under
7
*
Not applicable for some iPod/iPhone.
16)
[HEAD MODE]
only.
only. (➜
4)
6
2
*
—
2
*
6
*
6
*
6
*
CD / USB / iPod
Character search
(
KD-A845BT
If you have many folders or tracks/files, you can search through
them quickly according to the first character (A to Z, 0 to 9 and
OTHERS).
• “OTHERS” appear if the first character is other than A to Z, 0 to
9.
/
KD-R840BT
only)
1 Press MENU .
2 For iPod: Turn the volume knob to select the desired list,
then press the knob.
For MP3/WMA/WAV: Go to step 3.
3 Press 1 ∞ / 2 5 to select the desired character.
4 Turn the volume knob to select the desired folder or
track/file, then press the knob.
AUX
Use a portable audio player
1 Connect a portable audio player (commercially available).
3.5 mm (1/8") stereo mini plug with “L” shaped
connector (commercially available)
Auxiliary input jack
2 Select
[ON]
for
[AUX]
3 Press LSOURCE to select AUX.
4 Turn on the portable audio player and start playback.
Use a 3-core plug head stereo mini plug for
optimum audio output.
Portable audio player
in
[SRC SELECT]. (➜ 4)
ILLUMINATION
(
KD-A845BT
/
KD-R840BT
only)
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select
[COLOR]
or
[COLOR SETUP]
, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then press the knob.
4 Press MENU to exit.
COLOR
: Select a color for each zone separately.
1
BTN ZONE 1 / BTN ZONE 2 / BTN ZONE 3 / DISP ZONE / VOL ZONE / ALL ZONE: Select a zone.
2
COLOR 01 to COLOR 29: Select a color.
USER: Select a user color (created in [COLOR SETUP]).
COLOR FLOW 01 to COLOR FLOW 03: Select a color changes pattern/speed.
SPECTRUM / GROOVE / TECHNO / EMOTION / RELAX / NIGHTSWEEP: (Selectable only if [ALL ZONE] is selected in
step 1.)
(Default: BTN ZONE 1 / BTN ZONE 2 / ALL ZONE: [06] ; BTN ZONE 3: [27] ; DISP ZONE: [01] ; VOL ZONE:
[COLOR FLOW 02])
COLOR SETUP
DAY COLOR
NIGHT COLOR
COLOR GUIDEON: Changes the display and buttons illumination to white when settings are performed on menu
[NIGHT COLOR]
: Store your own day and night colors for each zone separately.
1
BTN ZONE 1 / BTN ZONE 2 / BTN ZONE 3 / DISP ZONE / VOL ZONE: Select a zone.
2
RED / GREEN / BLUE: Select a primary color.
3
00 to 31: Select the level.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all the primary colors.
• Your setting is stored to [USER] in [COLOR].
• If [00] is selected for all primary colors for [DISP ZONE], nothing appears on the display.
and list search. ; OFF: Display and buttons illumination remain the same even in menu and list search
operation.
or
[DAY COLOR]
7
is changed by turning on or off your car’s headlight.
Default:
ENGLISH
XX
Pandora®
SiriusXM™
(
KD-A845BT /
KD-R840BT
only)
Preparation:
Install the latest version of the Pandora application
into your device (iPhone/iPod touch), then log in and
create an account with Pandora.
• Select
[ON]
for
[PANDORA]
Start listening
in
[SRC SELECT]. (➜ 4)
1 Open the Pandora application on your device.
2 Connect your device to the USB input terminal.
USB input terminal
USB 2.0 cable*
(accessory of the
iPhone/iPod touch)
and/ or
USB cable from the rear of the unit
(KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT only)
The source changes to PANDORA and broadcast
starts.
* Do not leave the cable inside the car when not
using.
About Pandora
• Pandora is only available in the US.
• Because Pandora is a third-party service, 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 Pandora cannot be operated from
this unit.
• For issues using the application, please contact
Pandora at pandora-support@pandora.com.
• If the version of the OS of the connected iPhone is
earlier than 4.0, start the Pandora application before
selecting the PANDORA source.
To Do this
Pause or resume
playback
Thumbs up or
thumbs down
Skip a track Press F (or 3 on RM-RK52).
Create a new
station
Press the volume knob (or
RM-RK52).
Press 1
/ 2 .
• If thumbs down is selected, the
current track is skipped.
1 Press MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select
[NEW STATION]
knob.
, then press the
3 Turn the volume knob to select
[FROM TRACK]
then press the knob.
or
[FROM ARTIST]
A new station is created based on
the current song or artist.
Search for a
registered
station
1 Press MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to make a
selection, then press the knob.
[BY DATE]
: According to the
registered date.
[A–Z]
: Alphabetical order.
3 Turn the volume knob to select
the desired station, then press the
knob.
Bookmark a
song or artist
information
1 Press and hold the volume knob.
2 Turn the volume knob to select
[THIS TRACK]
press the knob.
or
[THIS ARTIST]
“BOOKMARKED” appears and the
information is stored to your device.
The bookmark is available on your
Pandora account but not on this
unit.
on
,
, then
Preparation:
1
Connect the optional SiriusXM Connect
Vehicle Tuner (commercially available).
Expansion port on the rear panel
Antenna
SiriusXM Connect
Vehicle Tuner
2 Activate the subscription through
www.siriusxm.com/activatenow or call
1-866-635-2349.
The Radio ID is required to activate the
SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner.
The Radio ID is located on the label of the
SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and can also
be shown on the unit’s display window when
you select “Channel 0” after SiriusXM Connect
Vehicle Tuner is connected.
3 Press L SOURCE to select SIRIUS XM to
start updating.
Start listening
1 Press L SOURCE to select SIRIUS XM.
2 Press MENU.
3 Turn the volume knob to select CATEGORY,
then press the knob.
4 Turn the volume knob to select a category
from the list, then press the knob.
If “ALL CHANNEL” is selected, all the available
channels will be shown.
8
SiriusXM™
5 Turn the volume knob to select a channel, then press the knob.
(or)
Press E / F to search for a channel manually.
• Pressing and holding E / F changes the channel rapidly.
If a locked channel or a mature channel (
pass code input screen appears. Enter the pass code to receive the channel.
• To store a channel: You can store up to 18 channels.
[MATURE CH]
is set to
(➜ 5)
[ON]
) is selected, a
• To select a stored channel: Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6).
(or)
1 Press MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select PRESET, then press the knob.
3
Turn the volume knob to select a preset number, then press the knob.
(or)
Press 5 / ∞ on RM-RK52.
Replay
1 Press the volume knob. “ ” lights up and the unit memorize this paused position.
2 Press the volume knob to start Replay. Replay starts from the paused position in step 1.
During Replay...
• To pause or resume playback, press the volume knob.
• To skip the current song backward/forward, pressE / F (or 2 / 3 on RM-RK52).
• To rewind/fast-forward, press and holdE / F (or 2 / 3 on RM-RK52).
• To exit from Replay and go to live, pressG.
Other settings
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select
[SIRIUS XM]
, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then
press the knob.
4 Press MENU to exit.
CH LOCKTo unlock settings:
CODE SET
CH EDIT
CH CLEAR
MATURE CH
SIGNAL LVL
BUF USAGE
* Displayed only when
1
Turn the volume knob to select a number.
2
Press E / F to move to the entry position.
3
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the current pass code. (Initial pass code is
0000.)
4
Press the volume knob to confirm.
1
Turn the volume knob to select a number.
2
Press E / F to move to the entry position.
3
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter a new 4-digit pass code.
4
Press the volume knob to confirm.
5
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to reconfirm the new pass code.
• Make a note of the new pass code to enter channel lock settings from next time.
*
1 T
urn the volume knob to select a category, then press the knob.
2 T
urn the volume knob to select a channel you want to lock, then press the
knob.
“L” appears in front of the channel number.
3
Press G to exit.
*
YES: Clears all the locked channels. ; NO: Cancels.
ON: Turns on the Sirius XM-defined lock setting (mature channel). ; OFF: Turns off.
• If [ON] is selected, your setting (CH EDIT) is temporary ignored.
NO SIGNAL/ WEAK/ GOOD/ STRONG: Shows the strength of the current
received signal.
0% — 100% (0): Shows the memory usage for Replay buffer.
[MATURE CH]
is set to
[OFF]
Default:
XX
.
9
ENGLISH
BLUETOOTH®
You can operate Bluetooth devices using this unit.
Connect the microphone
MIC (Microphone
input terminal)
Rear panel
If you turn off the unit or detach the control panel during a phone
call conversation, the Bluetooth connection is disconnected.
Continue the conversation using your mobile phone.
Supported Bluetooth profiles
• Hands-Free Profile (HFP 1.5)
• Object Push Profile (OPP 1.1)
• Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP 1.0)
• Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP 1.2)
• Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP 1.3)
Microphone (supplied)
Secure using
cord clamps
(not supplied)
if necessary.
Adjust the
microphone angle
Pair a Bluetooth device
When connecting a Bluetooth device to the unit for the first time, perform pairing between the unit
and the device. Once the pairing is completed, the Bluetooth device will remain registered in the unit
even if you reset the unit.
Up to five devices can be registered (paired) in total.
•
•
A maximum of two Bluetooth phones and one Bluetooth audio device can be connected at any
time.
This unit supports Secure Simple Pairing (SSP).
•
•
Some Bluetooth devices may not automatically connect to the unit after pairing. Connect the device
to the unit manually. Refer to the instruction manual of the Bluetooth device for more information.
1 Press and hold LSOURCE to turn on the unit.
2 Search and select “JVC UNIT” on the Bluetooth device. “BT PAIRING” flashes on the display.
• For some Bluetooth devices, you may need to enter the Personal Identification Number (PIN)
code immediately after searching.
3 Perform (A) or (B) depending on what scrolls on the display.
• For some Bluetooth devices, pairing sequence may vary from the steps described below.
• “XXXXXX” is a 6-digit passkey randomly generated during each pairing.1 Ensure that the passkey which appears on the unit and Bluetooth device is the same.2 Press the volume knob to confirm the passkey.3 Operate the Bluetooth device to confirm the passkey.
(B) “[Device Name]” ] “VOL – YES” ] “BACK – NO”
1 Press the volume knob to start pairing.2 • If “PAIRING” ] “PIN 0000” scrolls on the display, enter the PIN code “0000” into the
Bluetooth device. (You can change to a desired PIN code before pairing. (➜
14)
)
• If only “PAIRING” appears, operate the Bluetooth device to confirm pairing.
“PAIRING COMPLETED” appears when pairing is completed and “ ” will light up when Bluetooth
connection is established.
• “ ” will light up when a Bluetooth mobile phone is connected.
• “ ” will light up when a Bluetooth audio player is connected.
See page 13 for Bluetooth compatibility check mode operation.
10
BLUETOOTH®
Bluetooth mobile phone
ToDo this
Receive a call
KD-A845BT
(Green area)
KD-R740BT
On RM-RK52: Press 5 / ∞ / 2 / 3 / SOURCE.
Reject an incoming
call
• When
[AUTO ANSWER]
unit answers incoming call automatically. (➜
KD-A845BT
MENU / E / F / G. (Red area)
KD-R740BT
On RM-RK52: Press and hold 5 / ∞ / 2 / 3 / SOURCE.
End a call
Press and hold or the volume knob.On RM-RK52: Press and hold 5 / ∞ / 2 / 3 / SOURCE.
KD-A845BT
/
KD-R840BT
Receiving a callTalking
Flashes in greenLights up in red
:
/
KD-R840BT
: Press or the volume knob.
/
KD-R840BT
: Press and hold or the volume knob.
: Press the volume knob.
is set to the selected time, the
12)
: Press / LSOURCE /
After ending a
call
ToDo this
Activate or deactivate
hands-free mode
Adjust the phone
volume
Press the volume knob during a call.
• Operations may vary according to the connected
Bluetooth mobile phone.
Turn the volume knob during a call. Phone volume:
• This adjustment will not affect the volume of the
other sources.
Adjust the
microphone’s
sensitivity level
Set the echo
cancellation delay time
Text message
notification
Press 1∞ / 2 5 during a call. Sensitivity level:
Press E / F during a call. Delay time:
When the phone receives a text message, the
unit rings and “RCV MESSAGE” ] [Device name]
appears.
•
[MSG NOTICE]
• You cannot read, edit, or send a message through
the unit.
• To clear the message, press any button.
Switch between two
connected phones
• To enter 1st phone’s hands-free menu: Press .
• To enter 2nd phone’s hands-free menu: Press twice.
• To return to 1st phone’s hands-free menu: Press G.
[00]
to
[50]
[01]
to
[03]
[01]
to
[10]
(Default:
must be set to
(Default:
(Default:
[04]) (➜ 12)
[ON]. (➜ 12)
[15]
)
[02]) (➜ 12)
Flashes in redReturn to [COLOR]
setting’s color (
➜
7)
Return to [COLOR]
setting’s color (➜ 7)
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BLUETOOTH®
Hands-free menu operations
1 Press .
2 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then
press the knob.
Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected.
• To return to the previous hierarchy, press G.
• To cancel, press MENU.
RECENT CALL
PHONEBOOK
DIAL NUMBER
VOICE
1
Turn the volume knob to select a name or a phone number.
• “NO HISTORY” appears if there is no recorded call history.
2
Press the volume knob to call.
1
Turn the volume knob to select a name, then press the knob.
2
Turn the volume knob to select a phone number, then press the knob to call.
• If the phonebook contains many numbers, you can fast search for the
desired number by turning the control dial quickly, or use Character Search.
(➜ 12)
• “NO DATA” appears if no entries are found in the Bluetooth device’s
phonebook.
• “SEND P.BOOK MANUALLY” appears if [P.BOOK SEL] is set to
[PB IN UNIT] or the phone does not support PBAP.
1
Turn the volume knob to select a number (0 to 9) or character ( , #, +).
2
Press
E / F
Repeat steps 1 and 2 until you finish entering the phone number.
3
Press the volume knob to call.
Activate Voice Recognition of this phone. (
to move the entry position.
➜
13)
Default:
SETTINGS
*
P.BOOK SEL
AUTO ANSWER
RING TONE
RING COLOR
ECHO CANCEL
MIC LEVEL
MSG NOTICE
* Selectable only when the connected phone supports PBAP.
Character search
You can search through the contacts quickly according to the first character (A to Z,
0 to 9, and OTHERS).
“OTHERS” appear if the first character is other than A to Z, 0 to 9.
•
PB IN PHONE: The unit browses the phonebook of the connected phone. ;
PB IN UNIT: The unit browses the phonebook registered in the unit. (You can copy the phonebook memory using [P.BOOK WAIT]). (➜ 14)
03 SEC / 05 SEC / 10 SEC: The unit answers incoming calls automatically in
3 / 5 / 10 seconds. ; OFF: Cancels.
IN UNIT: The unit rings to notify you when a call/text message comes in.
(Default ring tone is different according to the paired device.)
• CALL: Select your preferred ring tone (TONE1 — 5) for incoming calls.
• MESSAGE: Select your preferred ring tone (TONE1 — 5) for incoming text
messages. ;
IN PHONE: The unit uses the connected phones’ ring tone to notify you when
a call/text message comes in. (The connected phone will ring if it does not
support this feature.)
KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT:
COLOR 01 — COLOR 29 (COLOR 06): Display zone will change to the
selected color during a call or when a text message comes in. ; Off : Cancels.
01 — 10 (04): Adjust the echo cancellation delay time until the least echo is
being heard during a phone conversation.
01 — 03 (02): The sensitivity of the microphone increases as the number
increased.
ON: The unit rings and “RCV MESSAGE”
you of an incoming text message. ; OFF: Cancels.
]
[Device Name] appears to notify
1 Press .
2 Turn the volume knob to select
[PHONEBOOK]
, then press the knob.
3 Press 1 ∞ / 2 5 to select the desired character.
4
Turn the volume knob to select the desired contact, then press the knob to call.
XX
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BLUETOOTH®
Use Voice Recognition
1 Press and hold to enter Voice Recognition mode. If two phones are connected, turn the volume knob to select the desired phone,
then press the knob.
2 Speak the name of the contact you want to call or the voice command to
control the phone functions.
• Supported Voice Recognition features vary for each phone. Refer to the instruction
manual of the connected phone for details.
• This unit also supports the intelligent personal assistant function of iPhone.
Store a contact in memory
You can store up to 6 contacts.
1 Press .
2 Turn the volume knob to select
then press the knob.
[RECENT CALL], [PHONEBOOK]
, or
[DIAL NUMBER]
3 Turn the volume knob to select a contact or enter a phone number.
4 Press and hold one of the number buttons (1 to 6). “MEMORY PX” flashes when the contact is stored.
To erase a contact from the preset memory, select
a blank number.
Make a call from memory
[DIAL NUMBER]
in step 2 and store
1 Press .
2 Press one of the number buttons (1 to 6).
3 Press the volume knob to call. “NO PRESET” appears if there are no contacts stored.
Delete a contact
Only when
[P.BOOK SEL]
is set to
[PB IN UNIT]. (➜ 12)
1 Press .
2 Turn the volume knob to select
knob.
[RECENT CALL]
or
[PHONEBOOK]
, then press the
3 Turn the volume knob to select a contact or enter a phone number.
4 Press and hold G.
5 Turn the volume knob to select
DELETE
: Selected name or phone number in step 3 is deleted.
DELETE ALL
deleted.
Bluetooth compatibility check mode
You can check the connectivity of the supported profile between the Bluetooth
device and the unit.
: All names or phone numbers from the selected menu in step 2 is
[DELETE]
or
[DELETE ALL]
, then press the knob.
1 While pressing and holding , press and hold the volume knob for about
3 seconds.
“BLUETOOTH” Ô “CHECK MODE” appears. “SEARCH NOW USING PHONE” ]
“PIN IS 0000” scrolls on the display.
2 Search and select “JVC UNIT” on the Bluetooth device within 3 minutes.
3 Perform (A), (B) or (C) depending on what appears on the display.
,
(A) “PAIRING” ] “XXXXXX” (6-digit passkey): Ensure that the same passkey
appears on the unit and Bluetooth device, then operate the Bluetooth device
to confirm the passkey.
(B) “PAIRING” ] “PIN IS 0000”: Enter “0000” on the Bluetooth device.
(C) “PAIRING”: Operate the Bluetooth device to confirm pairing.
After pairing is successful, “PAIRING OK” ] “[Device Name]” appears and Bluetooth
compatibility check starts.
If “CONNECT NOW USING PHONE” appears, operate the Bluetooth device to allow
phonebook access to continue.
Compatible with Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
After 30 seconds, “PAIRING DELETED” appears to indicate that pairing has been
deleted, and the unit exits check mode.
• To cancel check mode, turn off the unit by pressing and holding LSOURCE.
• Delete the pairing on the Bluetooth device before pairing with this unit. (➜
10)
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BLUETOOTH®
Bluetooth audio player
Operations and display indications may differ according to their
availability on the connected device.
ToDo this
Playback
1 Press L SOURCE to select BT AUDIO.
2 Operate the Bluetooth audio player to
start playback.
Pause or resume
playback
Select group or folder
Reverse/forward skip
Reverse/fast-forward
Repeat play Press 6 B repeatedly to make a
Press MENU (or
Press 1∞ / 2 5 (or 5 / ∞ on RM-RK52).Press E / F (or 2 / 3 on RM-RK52).Press and hold E / F (or 2 / 3 on
RM-RK52).
selection.
on RM-RK52).
TRACK RPT, ALL RPT, RPT OFF
Random play Press 5 A repeatedly to make a
selection.
GROUP RND, ALL RND, RND OFF
Listen to Pandora through Bluetooth
You can listen to Pandora on your smart phone (Android OS or RIM OS)
through Bluetooth on this unit.
1 Open the Pandora application on your device.
2 Connect to Bluetooth audio player.
(➜ 10, 14
right column
)
3 Press L SOURCE to select PANDORA. The source switches and broadcast starts automatically.
• You can operate Pandora in the same way as Pandora for iPod/iPhone.
(➜ 8)
Bluetooth settings
1 Press and hold MENU.
2 Turn the volume knob to select
[BLUETOOTH]
, then press the knob.
3 Turn the volume knob to make a selection (see the following table), then press the knob. Repeat step 3 until the desired item is selected.
4 Press MENU to exit.
Default:
1
*
PHONE
CONNECT / DISCONNECT: Connects or disconnects the Bluetooth phone or Bluetooth audio
AUDIO
APPLICATION
DELETE PAIR Selects the registered (paired) device to delete.
P.BOOK WAIT
SET PINCODE Changes the PIN code (up to 6 digits). (Default PIN code: 0000)
AUTO CNNCT ON: Connects automatically with the Bluetooth device when the unit is turned on. ; OFF: Cancels.
INITIALIZEYES: Initializes all the Bluetooth settings (including stored pairing, phonebook, and etc.). ;
INFORMATION
1
*
[CONNECT]
2
*
JVC Smart Music Control is designed to view JVC car receiver status and perform simple
control operations on Android smart phones.
For JVC Smart Music Control operations, visit JVC website:
<http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/index.html> (English website only).
3
*
Displayed only when a Bluetooth phone/audio player/application is connected.
player.
CONNECT / DISCONNECT: Connects or disconnects the JVC Smart Music Control
phone.
Copies up to 400 numbers from the phonebook memory of a connected phone to the unit via OPP.
1
Turn the volume knob to select a number.
2
Press
E / F
to move the entry position.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 until you finish entering the PIN code.
3
Press the volume knob to confirm.
NO: Cancels.
3
PHCNNTDEV / AUCNNTDEV / APPCNTDEV
device name. ; MYBTNAME: Displays the unit name (JVC UNIT). ; MYADDRESS: Shows address
of this unit. ; BTVERSION: Shows the Bluetooth version of this unit.
will not be displayed if two Bluetooth phones are connected at the same time.
R06 — F06 (00): Adjusts the front and rear speaker output balance.
5
*
L06 — R06 (00): Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.
+01 / +02: Selects your preferred bass boost level. ; OFF: Cancels.
LOW / HIGH: Boosts low or high frequencies to produce a well-balanced sound
at low volume. ; OFF: Cancels.
VOL ADJUST
–05 — +05 (00): Presets the volume adjustment level of each source
(compared to the FM volume level). Before adjustment, select the source you
want to adjust. (“VOL ADJ FIX” appears if FM is selected.)
1
*
L/O MODE
SUB.W / REAR: Selects whether rear speakers or a subwoofer are connected
to the REAR/SW line out terminals on the rear panel (through an external
amplifier).
6
*
SUB.W
SUB.W
ON / OFF: Turns on or off the subwoofer output.
7
*
LPF
THROUGH: All signals are sent to the subwoofer. ; LOW 55Hz / MID 85Hz /
HIGH 120Hz: Audio signals with frequencies lower than 55 Hz/ 85 Hz/ 120 Hz
are sent to the subwoofer.
7
XX
SUB.W LEVEL
HPF
*
8
*
–08 — +08 (00): Adjusts the subwoofer output level.
LOW 100Hz / MID 120Hz / HIGH 150Hz: Audio signals with frequencies
lower than 100 Hz/ 120 Hz/ 150 Hz are cut off from the front/rear speakers. ;
OFF: All signals are sent to the front/rear speakers.
BEEP
AMP GAIN
ON / OFF: Activates or deactivates the keypress tone.
LOW POWER: Limits the maximum volume level to 30. (Select if the maximum
power of each speaker is less than 50 W to prevent damaging the speakers.) ;
HIGH POWER: The maximum volume level is 50.
1
*
KD-R740BT
2
*
Displayed only when
3
*
KD-A845BT
menu.
4
*
If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to
5
*
This adjustment will not affect the subwoofer output.
6
*
Displayed only when
7
*
Displayed only when
8
*
KD-A845BT
only.
/
KD-R840BT
/
KD-R840BT
[L/O MODE]
is set to
[SUB.W]
: You can enter this item directly after entering the setting
[L/O MODE]
[SUB.W]
is set to
is set to
[SUB.W]
[ON]
only.
15
and
[SUB.W]
is set to
[ON]
.
[00]
.
.
.
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MORE INFORMATION
About discs and audio files
• This unit can only play the following CDs:
• This unit can play back multi-session discs; however, unclosed
sessions will be skipped during playback.
• Unplayable discs :
- Discs that are not round.
- Discs with coloring on the recording surface or discs that are dirty.
- Recordable/ReWritable discs that have not been finalized.
- 8 cm CD. Attempting to insert using an adapter may cause
malfunction.
• DualDisc playback: The Non-DVD side of a “DualDisc” does
not comply with the “Compact Disc Digital Audio” standard.
Therefore, the use of Non-DVD side of a DualDisc on this product
cannot be recommended.
• Maximum number of characters for file/folder name:
It depends on the disc format used (includes 4 extension
characters—<.mp3>, <.wma> or <.wav>
KD-A845BT /
ISO 9660 Level 1 and 2
Romeo
Joliet
Windows long file name
KD-R840BT
3264
3264
3232
3264
*1).
KD-R740BT
About USB device s
• This unit can play MP3/WMA/WAV
storage class device.
• You cannot connect a USB device via a USB hub and Multi Card Reader.
• Connecting a cable whose total length is longer than 5 m may
result in abnormal playback.
• The maximum number of characters for:
KD-A845BT /
Folder names
File names
MP3 Tag
WMA Tag
*1 Tag
WAV
• This unit can recognize a total of:
KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT: 20 480 files, 999 folders (999 files per folder).
KD-R740BT: 65 025 files, 255 folders (255 files per folder including
1
*
folder without unsupported files), and of 8 hierarchies.
• This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose rating is other
than 5 V and exceeds 1 A.
About iPod/iPhone
• Made for
- iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation)
- iPod classic
- iPod with video (5th generation)
- iPod nano (1st
*2, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th generation)
*
- iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S
• It is not possible to browse video files on the “Videos” menu in
[HEAD MODE].
• The song order displayed on the selection menu of this unit may
differ from that of the iPod/iPhone.
• If some operations are not performed correctly or as intended,
visit: <http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/index.html>
(English website only).
About Bluetooth
• Depending on the Bluetooth version of the device, some
Bluetooth devices may not be able to connect to this unit.
• This unit may not work with some Bluetooth devices.
• Signal conditions vary, depending on the surroundings.
• For more information about Bluetooth, visit the following JVC
website: <http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/index.
html> (English website only).
16
*1 files stored on a USB mass
KD-R840BT
KD-R740BT
6463
6463
6460
6460
6460
2
About JVC Playlist Creator and JVC Music Control
• This unit supports the PC application JVC Playlist Creator and
AndroidTM application JVC Music Control.
• When you play audio file with song data added using the JVC
Playlist Creator or JVC Music Control, you can search for audio file
by Genres, Artists, Albums, Playlists, and Songs.
• JVC Playlist Creator and JVC Music Control are available from the
following web site: <http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/
car/index.html> (English website only).
Display information
FM or AMStation name (PS)*3 = Frequency =
Programme type (PTY)*3 = Title*3*4 =
Day/Clock = (back to the beginning)
5
CD or USB FRONT /
USB REAR / USB or
BT AUDIO
USB FRONT /
USB REAR /
USB-IPOD
Album title/Artist*
Track no./Playing time = Day/Clock =
(back to the beginning)
[HEAD MODE] or [IPOD MODE]: Album
title/Artist*
Playing time = Day/Clock = (back to the
= Track title*5 =
5
= Track title*5 = Track no./
beginning)
[EXT MODE]: EXT MODE Day/Clock
=
PANDORAStation name
Album title/Artist =
Track title = Playing time = Day/Clock
=
(back to the beginning)
=
SiriusXMChannel no./Channel name
Artist =
Song title = Content information =
Category name = Day/Clock = (back to
the beginning)
AUXAUX
1
*
KD-A845BT / KD-R840BT in USB source only.
2
*
[IPOD MODE]/ [EXT MODE] are not applicable.
3
*
For FM Radio Broadcast Data System stations only.
4
*
Title information shown is dependent on the broadcast station. If
unavailable, “NO TEXT” appears.
5
*
“NO NAME” appears for conventional CDs or if not recorded.
Day/Clock
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Remedy
Sound cannot be heard.• Adjust the volume to the optimum level.
“MISWIRING CHK WIRING THEN
RESET UNIT” / “WARNING CHK
WIRING THEN RESET UNIT”
appears and no operations can
be done.
Source cannot be selected.
Radio reception is poor. / Static
noise while listening to the radio.
Correct characters are not
displayed.
“PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear
alternately.
“IN DISC” appears. Make sure nothing is blocking the loading slot when you
Disc cannot be ejected. Press and hold 0 to forcibly eject the disc. Be careful not to
Playback order is not as intended. The playback order is determined by the file name (USB) or
Elapsed playing time is not
correct.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears and
track skips.
“CANNOT PLAY” flashes and/
or connected device cannot be
detected.
“READING” keeps flashing.• Do not use too many hierarchical levels and folders.
• Check the cords and connections.
• Use a shorter and thicker cord to connect the rear ground
terminal to the car’s chassis.
Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker wires are
insulated properly, then reset the unit. If this does not solve
the problem, consult your nearest service center.
➜
Check the [SRC SELECT] setting. (
• Connect the antenna firmly.
• Pull the antenna out all the way.
This unit can only display uppercase letters, numbers, and a
limited number of symbols.
0
, then insert the disc correctly.
Press
eject the disc.
drop the disc when it is ejected.
the order in which files were recorded (disc).
This depends on the recording process earlier.
Check whether the track is a playable format. (
• Check whether the connected device is compatible with this
unit and ensure the files are in supported formats. (
• Reattach the device.
• Reload the disc or reattach the USB device.
4)
➜
16)
➜
16)
Symptom Remedy
The iPod/iPhone does not turn on
or does not work.
“ADD ERROR” / “SEARCH ERR” New station creation is unsuccessful.
“CHK DEVICE” Check the Pandora application on your device.
“NO SKIPS” The skip limit has been reached.
“NO STATIONS” No registered station is found.
Pandora
“STATION LIM” The number of registered stations has reached it’s limit.
“UPGRADE APP” Make sure you have installed the latest version of the
“CH LOCKED” The selected channel is locked. Enter the correct pass code
“CHAN UNSUB” The selected channel is unsubscribed. Call 1-866-635-
“CHAN UNAVAIL” The selected channel is unavailable.
“CHK ANTENNA” Check the antenna and its connection are in good
SiriusXM™
“CHECK TUNER” Make sure the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is
“NO SIGNAL” Make sure the antenna is mounted outside the vehicle.
“SUBSCRIPTN UPDATED –
ENTER TO CONTINUE.”
“WRONG CODE”
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• Check the connection between this unit and iPod/iPhone.
• Detach and reset the iPod/iPhone using hard reset.
• Check whether the [IPOD SWITCH] setting is
appropriate. (
Retry after deleting an unnecessary station in your device.
Pandora application on your device.
to unlock. (➜ 9)
2349 to subscribe.
condition.
connected to the unit.
Your subscription is updated. Press the volume knob to
continue.
Make sure you have entered the correct pass code. (
➜
4)
➜
9)
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Remedy
No Bluetooth device is
detected.
Pairing cannot be made.• Make sure you have entered the same PIN code to both the
“PAIRING FULL” appears. The number of registered devices has reached its limit. Retry
“PLEASE WAIT” appears. The unit is preparing to use the Bluetooth function. If the
“ERROR CNNCT” appears. The device is registered but the connection has failed.
“BT DEVICE NOT FOUND”
appears.
Bluetooth®
Echo or noise occurs.
Phone sound quality is poor.• Reduce the distance between the unit and the Bluetooth
Voice calling method is not
successful.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears. The connected phone does not support Voice Recognition
“ERROR” appears. Try the operation again. If “ERROR” appears again, check if
• Search from the Bluetooth device again.
• Reset the unit. (➜ 3)
unit and Bluetooth device.
• Delete pairing information from both the unit and the
Bluetooth device, then perform pairing again.
after deleting an unnecessary device.
message does not disappear, turn off and turn on the unit,
then connect the device again.
➜
Connect the device manually. (
The unit failed to search for the registered Bluetooth devices
during [AUTO CNNCT]. Turn on Bluetooth from your device
and connect manually. (➜ 14)
• Adjust the microphone unit’s position. (
• Check the [ECHO CANCEL] setting. (➜ 12)
device.
• Move the car to a place where you can get a better signal
reception.
• Use voice calling method in a more quiet environment.
• Reduce the distance from the microphone when you speak
the name.
• Make sure the same voice as the registered voice tag is used.
feature.
the device supports the function you have tried.
14)
➜
10)
Symptom Remedy
The unit does not respond
when you try to copy the
phonebook to the unit.
Sound is being interrupted or
skipped during playback of a
Bluetooth audio player.
Bluetooth®
The connected Bluetooth
audio player cannot be
controlled.
“HW ERROR” appears. Reset the unit and try the operation again. If “HW ERROR”
You may have tried to copy the same entries (as stored) to
the unit. Press
• Reduce the distance between the unit and the Bluetooth
audio player.
• Turn off, then turn on the unit and try to connect again.
• Other Bluetooth devices might be trying to connect to the
unit.
• Check whether the connected Bluetooth audio player
supports Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP).
(Refer to the instructions of your audio player.)
• Disconnect and connect the Bluetooth player again.
appears again, consult your nearest service center.