JVC KD-DB52, KD-DB42 service manual

Only for KD-DB52/
Uniquement pour le KD-DB52/
Nur bei KD-DB52:

KD-DB52/KD-DB42

CD RECEIVER / RÉCEPTEUR CD / CD-RECEIVER

For canceling the display demonstration, see page 4./
Pour annuler la démonstration des affichages, référez-vous à la page 4./
Zum Abbrechen der Displaydemonstration siehe page 4.

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FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCH

For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual.
Pour l’installation et les raccordements, se référer au manuel séparé.
Für den Einbau und die Anschlüsse siehe das eigenständige Handbuch.

INSTRUCTIONS
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

LVT2221-001A

[E]

Please read all instructions carefully before operation, to ensure your complete understanding and to

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 qualied 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.

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 eects on the
environment and human health.

Notice:

The sign Pb below the symbol for batteries
indicates that this battery contains lead.

Products

Battery

Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.

obtain the best possible performance from the unit.

.

.

Warning:

Stop the car before operating the unit.

Caution:

Adjust the volume so that you can hear sounds
outside the car. Driving with the volume too high
may cause an accident.
Avoid using the USB device or iPod/iPhone if it
might hinder driving safety.

Caution on volume setting:

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

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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Condensation:

When the car is air-conditioned, 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.

JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data in
iPod/iPhone and/or USB mass storage class
device while using this system.

How to attach/detach the

(Hold)

control panel

.

How to reset your unit

Your preset adjustments will
also be erased.

How to forcibly eject a disc

.

0

Be careful not to drop the disc when it ejects.

0

If this does not work, reset your unit.

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.

Contents

Preparation ........................................................... 4

Canceling the display demonstration

Setting the clock ............................................ 4

Basic operations ................................................. 5

Listening to the radio ....................................... 6

Listening to the Digital Audio Broadcasting
(DAB)

....................................................................... 8

Listening to a disc ............................................ 10

Listening to a USB device ............................. 11

Listening to an iPod/iPhone (KD-DB52 only)

................................................................................. 11

Listening to other external components

................................................................................. 13

Changing the buttons illumination and

display color (KD-DB52 only) ....................... 14

Adjusting the sound ....................................... 15

Using BluetoothT devices

............................... 16

Menu operations ............................................. 17

Using the remote controller (KD-DB52 only)

................................................................................. 20

Additional information .................................. 20

Troubleshooting .............................................. 22

Specifications .................................................... 24

How to read this manual:

0

This manual mainly explains operations
using the buttons on the control panel.

0

< > indicates the displays on the control
panel.

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(Hold)

(Initial setting)

(Hold)

(Initial setting)

(Initial setting)

(Hold)

(Initial setting)

Preparation

Preparation

Canceling the display demonstration

The main features of the unit are scrolled on the display automatically if no operation is done for about
20 seconds. You can cancel this function as follows.

Turn on the power.

1

.

Select <DEMO OFF>.

4

.

.

2

.

3

Setting the clock

.

1

Select <CLOCK>.

2

Select <CLOCK SET>.

3

Adjust the hour.

4

.

5

Complete the procedure.

6

Adjust the minute.

5

.

.

.

Select <24H/12H>.

6

Select <24 HOUR> or <12 HOUR>.

7

Complete the procedure.

8

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4

Loading slot

Display window

(KD-DB52 only)

Front auxiliary

input jack

USB input terminal

Remote sensor

Do NOT expose to
bright sunlight.

Control panel Remote controller

Control dial

Ejects the disc

Detaches the panel

Basic operations

.

Basic operations

When you press or hold the following button(s)...

Control panel

B /SOURCE

Control dial

(turn)

Control dial

(press)

DAB -

EQ SOUND

DISP -

T/P BACK -

J
K

S T

Ú Ù

Remote

controller

-

0

Turn on.

0

Turn off. (Hold)

General function

SOURCE Select the sources. “CD” or “USB” is selectable only when a disc is

loaded or a USB device is connected.

VOL - / + Adjusts the volume level.

- Selects items.

0

Attenuates the sound. If the source is “CD” or “USB/USB-IPOD”

d

playback pauses.

0

Press the button again to cancel attenuating or resume
playback.

- Confirms selection.

0

Enters DAB mode. (A page 8)

0

Enters DAB SORTING mode. (Hold)

0

Displays DAB services.

0

Selects the preset sound mode.

0

Hold the EQ button on the control panel to enter tone level
adjustment directly. (A page 15)

0

Changes the display information.

0

Scrolls the display information. (Hold)

0

J
K

H I

Activates/deactivates TA Standby Reception. (A page 7)

0

Enters PTY Search mode. (Hold) (A page 7)

0

Selects the controlling terminal of an iPod/iPhone. (Hold)
(KD-DB52 only) (A page 12)

0

Returns to the previous menu.

0

Exit from the menu. (Hold)

0

Selects tuner preset stations.

0

Selects audio folder.

0

Tuner Auto / Manual search (Hold)

0

Selects track / Fast-forwards or reverses track. (Hold)

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A

B

(Hold)

(Hold)

1

2

or

(Hold)

Listening to the radio

Listening to the radio

.

“ST” lights up when receiving an FM stereo
broadcast with sufficient signal strength.

Searching for stations

A

Select <FM> or <AM>.

B

Auto search. (Press)
Manual search. (Hold)

“M” flashes, then press the button repeatedly.

Storing stations in memory

Manual presetting (FM/AM)

You can preset up to 18 stations for FM and 6
stations for AM.
While listening to a station...

1

.

“PRESET MODE” flashes.

Select preset number.

2

.

The preset number flashes and “MEMORY”
appears.

Auto presetting (FM only)
SSM (Strong-station Sequential
Memory)

You can preset up to 18 FM stations.

1

.

2

.

“SSM” flashes. When all the stations are stored,
“SSM” stops flashing.
To preset <SSM 07 – 12>/<SSM 13 – 18>,
repeat steps 1 and 2.

B<TUNER>
B<SSM>
B<SSM 01 – 06>

Selecting a preset station

.

Improving the FM reception

1

.

2

.

0

Reception improves, but stereo effect will be
lost.

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

Changing display information

.

(for non-Radio Data System station)

Frequency 1 Clock

(for FM Radio Data System station)

Station name (PS) B Frequency B Programme
type (PTY) B Clock B (back to the beginning)

B<TUNER>
B<MONO>
B<MONO ON>

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The following features are available only

(Hold)

(Hold)

(Hold)

for FM Radio Data System stations.

Searching for your favorite Programmes—Programme Type (PTY) Search

1

.

Select a PTY code.

2

.

PTY Search starts.
If there is a station broadcasting a programme of the
same PTY code as you have selected, that station is
tuned in.

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

If the signals from the preset FM Radio Data
System station are not sufficient for good
reception, this unit uses the AF data to tune in to
another station broadcasting the same
programme as the original preset station.
<P-SEARCH> (A page 19)

Activating TA/News Standby Reception

Standby Reception allows the unit to switch
temporarily to Traffic Announcement (TA) or
NEWS programme from any source other than
AM.

TA Standby Reception

.

Listening to the radio

TP indicator TA Standby Reception

The unit will temporarily switch

Lights up

to Traffic Announcement (TA) if
available.

Not yet activated. Tune in to

Flashes

another station providing the
Radio Data System signals.

0

To deactivate, press T/P BACK again.

NEWS Standby Reception

1

.

2

.

The unit will temporarily switch to News

B<TUNER>
B<NEWS-STBY>
B<NEWS ON>

Programme if available.

0

The volume adjustment for Traffic
Announcement or News is automatically
memorized. It will be applied the next time the
unit switches to Traffic Announcement or
News.

Tracking the same programme —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.

1

.

2

.

AF-ON

AF-REG ON

B<TUNER>
B<AF-REG>

Switches to another station. The
programme may differ from the
one currently received (the AF
indicator lights up).

Switches to another station
broadcasting the same
programme (the AF and REG
indicators light up).

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A A

BC

or

*

(Hold)

(Hold)

1

2

or

Listening to the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)

Listening to the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)

.

Searching for a service

A

Select <DAB>.

* Usable only when switching from other

sources.

B

Start searching for an ensemble.

0

Auto search. (Press)

0

Manual search. (Hold)
“M” flashes, then press the button repeatedly.
When an ensemble is received, searching stops.

0

To stop searching, press the same button

again.

C

Select a service (either primary or secondary)

to listen to.

Searching for a service in alphabetical order—Alphabet Search

Press and hold to start DAB sorting.

1

.

.

“DAB SORTING” disappears when sorting is
complete.

Press to display the services.

2

The services appear in alphabetical order.

0

“LIST EMPTY” appears if there is no service.

Select the desired character.

3

- A to Z Search

0

Skip this step if not many services are
available.

Select the desired service.

4

“DAB SORTING” appears.

Storing DAB services in memory

You can preset up to 18 DAB services.
While listening to a service...

1

.

“PRESET MODE” flashes.

Select preset number.

2

.

The preset number flashes and “MEMORY”
appears.

.

.

Selecting a preset DAB service

.

.

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(Hold)

(Hold)

(Hold)

Listening to the Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)

Tracking the same programme —Alternative Frequency (AF) Reception

1

.

2

.

B<TUNER>
B<DAB AF>

Traces the programme among

AF-ON

DAB services and FM Radio Data
System stations.

AF OFF Cancels.

0

Alternative Frequency Reception is activated in
the default factory setting.

Searching for your favorite Programmes—Programme Type (PTY) Search

(A page 7)

Activating Standby Reception

Programme Type Standby (PTY­STBY) Reception

1

.

2

.

Select your favorite PTY code.

3

“PTY” flashes and PTY-STBY is activated.
If there is a service providing the programme of
the same PTY code as you have selected, the unit
automatically switches to DAB and tunes in to
that programme. (Only when the current source
is other than DAB.)

TA Standby Reception

TA Standby Reception allows the unit to switch
temporarily to Traffic Announcement (TA) from
any source.
(A page 7)

B<TUNER>
B<PTY-STBY>

Changing display information

.

Service name* B Ensemble name B Channel
number B Frequency B Programme type (PTY)
B Dynamic Label Segment (DLS) B Digital Radio
Type/Audio Bit Rate B Clock B (back to the
beginning)

* “NO SIGNAL” appears if there is no information.

0

Some information are skipped if there is no
information.

Displaying the radio text
information

When “D” indicator lights on the display, you can
check the Dynamic Label Segment (DLS : DAB
radio text) directly.

.

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Label side

(Hold)

Listening to a disc

Listening to a disc

.

Playing a disc

The source changes to “CD” and playback starts.
All tracks will be played repeatedly until you
change the source or eject the disc.

To eject a disc

.

0

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

0

If the disc cannot be ejected, A page 3.

Selecting a folder/track

Selects folder.
(MP3/WMA/AAC only)

0

Selects track. (press)

0

Fast-forwards or
reverses the track.
(Hold)

Selecting a track/folder from the list

1

.

The current folder name/track no. appears.

Select a folder. (MP3/WMA/AAC only)

2

The current track title appears.

Select a track.

3

0

If the disc contains many folders or tracks,
you can fast search for desired folder or track
by turning the control dial quickly. (MP3/
WMA/AAC only)

.

Selecting the playback modes

You can select one of the following playback
modes at a time.

1

.

2

.

h<REPEAT>1<RANDOM>

3

.

REPEAT B

TRACK RPT Repeats current track.

FOLDER RPT

RPT OFF Cancels repeat playback.

RANDOM A

FOLDER RND

.

ALL RND Randomly plays all tracks.
RND OFF Cancels random playback.

Changing display information

.

Track no./Playing time B Track no./Clock time B
Album title/Artist* B Track title* B (back to the
beginning)

* “NO NAME” appears for conventional CDs or if

not recorded.

Repeats current folder. (MP3/
WMA/AAC only)

Randomly plays all tracks of
current folder, then tracks of
next folders. (MP3/WMA/AAC
only)

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USB 2.0 cable
(not supplied)

USB input terminal

USB 2.0 cable
(accessory of the iPod/iPhone)

USB input terminal

Apple iPod/iPhone

Listening to a USB device

Playing a USB device

.

The source changes to “USB” and playback starts.

0

This unit can play MP3/WMA/AAC files stored
in a USB mass storage device (such as a USB
memory, Digital Audio Player, etc.).

You can operate the USB device in the same
way you operate the files on a disc. (A page 10)

Cautions

0

Make sure all important data has been backed
up.

0

Do not pull out and attach the USB device
repeatedly while “READING” is shown on the
display.

0

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.

0

Do not leave a USB device in the car, expose to
direct sunlight, or high temperature. Failure to
do so may result in deformation or cause
damages to the device.

0

For more details about USB operation,
A page 21.

Listening to an iPod/iPhone (KD-DB52 only)

Playing an iPod/iPhone

.

The source changes to “USB” and playback starts.

0

iPod/iPhone that can be connected to this unit:

- iPod touch (4th generation)

- iPod touch (3rd generation)

- iPod touch (2nd generation)

- iPod touch (1st generation)

- iPod classic

- iPod with video (5th generation)*

- iPod nano (6th generation)

- iPod nano (5th generation)

- iPod nano (4th generation)

- iPod nano (3rd generation)

- iPod nano (2nd generation)

- iPod nano (1st generation)*

- iPhone 4

- iPhone 3GS

- iPhone 3G

- iPhone
*<IPOD MODE/EXT MODE> are not applicable.

0

It is not possible to browse video files on the
“Videos” menu in <HEAD MODE>.

0

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

0

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/index.html>
(English website only).

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(Hold)

(Hold)

Listening to an iPod/iPhone (KD-DB52 only)

Selecting the control terminal —IPOD SWITCH

.

h<USB-IPOD HEAD MODE/IPOD MODE/EXT
MODE>

HEAD MODE Controls iPod playback through

this unit.

IPOD MODE Controls iPod playback from the

iPod/iPhone.

EXT MODE Allows any audio signals from

iPod/iPhone. The display always
shows “EXT MODE”.

0

You can also change the setting using <IPOD
SWITCH> in the menu.

Selecting a track

Applicable under <HEAD MODE/IPODMODE>
only.

0

Selects track/chapter.
(Press)

0

Fast-forwards or reverses
the track. (Hold)

Selecting a track from the menu

Applicable under <HEAD MODE> only.

1

.

Select the desired menu.

2

.

Selecting the playback modes

You can select one of the following playback
modes at a time.
Applicable under <HEAD MODE> only.

1

.

2

.

h<REPEAT>1<RANDOM>

3

.

REPEAT B

ONE RPT

ALL RPT

RANDOM A

SONG RND

ALBUM RND

RND OFF Cancels random playback.

0

“ALBUM RND” is not applicable for some iPod/

iPhone.

Changing display information

Functions the same as “Repeat
One” of the iPod.

Functions the same as “Repeat
All” of the iPod.

Functions the same as “Shuffle
Songs” of the iPod.

Functions the same as “Shuffle
Albums” of the iPod.

PLAYLISTS1ARTISTS1ALBUMS1SONGS1POD
CASTS1GENRES1COMPOSERS1 (back to the
beginning)

Select the desired track.

3

.

Repeat this step until the desired track is selected.

0

If the selected menu contains many tracks,
you can fast search for the desired track by
turning the control dial quickly.

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.

Track no./Playing time B Track no./Clock time B
Album title/Artist B Track title B (back to the
beginning)

3.5 mm stereo mini plug
(not supplied)

Portable audio
player, etc.

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

Portable audio
player, etc.

(Hold)

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

Listening to other external components

Listening to other external components

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

Playing an external component from Front AUX

Connect to F-AUX on the front panel.

1

Select <F-AUX>.

2

Turn on the connected component and

3

start playing the source.

Changing display information

F-AUX1AUX/Clock time

.

Playing an external component from Rear AUX

.

Connect to R-AUX on the rear panel.

1

Set the source.

2

A

.

B

.

C

.

Select <R-AUX>.

3

Turn on the connected component and

4

start playing the source.

Changing display information

R-AUX1AUX/Clock time

.

B<SRC SELECT>
B<R-AUX>
B<R-AUX ON>

.

.

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Button zone

All zone

Display zone

(Hold)

(Hold)

Changing the buttons illumination and display color (KD-DB52 only)

Changing the buttons illumination and display color (KD-DB52 only)

.

All zone: Includes both Button zone and Display zone.

Selecting the preset color

You can select a preset color for <BUTTON
ZONE>, <DISP ZONE>, and <ALL ZONE>
separately.

1

.

Select <COLOR>.

2

.

3

.

BUTTON ZONE COLOR 01-29/USER/COLOR
DISP ZONE
ALL ZONE

0

Initial color: BUTTON ZONE [06], DISP ZONE
[01], ALL ZONE [06].

0

If <ALL ZONE> is selected, the button and
display illumination will change to the
current/selected <BUTTON ZONE> color.

* COLOR FLOW 01:

Color changes every 9 seconds.
COLOR FLOW 02:
Color changes every 5 seconds.
COLOR FLOW 03:
Color changes every 3 seconds.

FLOW 01-03*

Storing your own color adjustments

You can store your own day and night colors for
<BUTTON ZONE> and <DISP ZONE> separately.

1

.

Select <COLOR SETUP>.

2

.

3

.

DAY

BUTTON

COLOR

ZONE
DISP ZONE

NIGHT

BUTTON

COLOR

ZONE
DISP ZONE

MENU

ON Changes the display and

COLOR

OFF

0

NIGHT COLOR/DAY COLOR is changed by
turning on/off your car’s head light.

0

Select a primary
color <RED/GREEN/
BLUE> , and then
adjust the level
<00-31>. Repeat
this procedure until
you have adjusted
all the three
primary colors.

0

Your adjustment is
automatically
stored to “USER”.

0

If “00” is selected for
all the primary
colors for <DISP
ZONE>, nothing
appears on the
display.

buttons illumination
during menu, list search,
and playback mode
operations.

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20

-5

0

+5

+10

+15

50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k

[Hz]

[dB]

(Hold)

(Hold)

Adjusting the sound

Selecting a preset sound mode

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

.

FLATBNATURALBDYNAMICBVOCAL
BOOSTBBASS BOOSTBUSERB (back to the
beginning)

.

Frequency characteristics of the sounds

A FLAT
B NATURAL
C DYNAMIC

D VOCAL BOOST
E BASS BOOST

Storing your own adjustment

Easy Equalizer

While listening you can adjust the subwoofer
level and tone level of the selected sound mode.

1

.

Adjust the level.

2

Flat for all range.
High frequency is boosted.
High and low frequency are

boosted.
Mid frequency is boosted.
Low frequency is boosted.

.

Adjusting the sound

Pro Equalizer

1

.

2

.

B<PRO EQ>
B<BASS/MIDDLE/

TREBLE>

3

.

Adjust the sound elements of the selected tone.

BASS

Frequency 60/[80]/100/200 Hz
Level LVL -06 to +06 [00]
Q [Q1.0]/1.25/1.5/2.0

MIDDLE

Frequency 0.5/[1.0]/1.5/2.5 KHz
Level LVL -06 to +06 [00]
Q Q0.75/1.0/[1.25]

TREBLE

Frequency [10.0]/12.5/15.0/17.5 KHz
Level LVL -06 to +06 [00]
Q [Q FIX]

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other

4

tones.

The adjustments are stored and <USER> is
activated.

(Initial: [XX])

SUB.W* 00 to 08 [04]
BASS LVL -06 to +06 [00]
MID LVL -06 to +06 [00]
TRE LVL -06 to +06 [00]

The adjustments are stored and <USER> is
activated.

* Available only when <L/O MODE> is set to

<SUB.W>.

(Initial: [XX])

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(Low) (High)

(Press)

(Hold)

Microphone

KS-BTA100

KS-BTA100

Using BluetoothT devices

Using BluetoothT devices

For Bluetooth operations, it is required to connect the Bluetooth adapter, KS-BTA100 (separately
purchased) to the auxiliary input jack (R-AUX/BT ADAPTER) on the rear of the unit. (A Installation/
Connection Manual)

0

KS-BTA100 is not available in some countries. Please contact your dealer where you purchased this
unit.

0

For details, refer also to the instructions supplied with the Bluetooth adapter and the Bluetooth
device.

0

Operations may be different depending on the connected device.

Preparation

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

1

0

Refer to the instructions manual supplied with KS-BTA100.

Select <SRC SELECT>B<R-AUX>B<BT ADAPTER>. (A page 19)

2

Using the Bluetooth mobile phone

.

.

.

About microphone volume:

0

When you turn off the power of the unit, the volume level changes to Normal.

Adjusting the microphone volume

Volume level: High/ Normal (initial)/ Low

0

Receiving a call

When a call comes in...

0

Making a call

Making a call to the last connected number from your phone.

0

Switching between hands-free and phone

While talking...

0

Ends/rejects call

0

Voice dialing

Voice dialing is available only when the connected mobile
phone has the voice recognition system.

Using the Bluetooth audio device

Select “Bluetooth” as the source. (A page 5)

1

.

.

Starts/pauses playback.

0

If playback does not start, operate the Bluetooth audio
player to start playback.

0

Selects track. (Press)

0

Fast-forwards or reverses the track. (Hold)

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(Hold)

Menu operations

Menu operations

1

.

If no operation is done for about 60 seconds, the operation will be canceled.

2

.

Repeat step 2 if necessary.

3

0

To return to the previous menu, press T/P BACK.

0

To exit from the menu, press DISP or MENU.

Menu item Selectable setting (Initial: [XX])

DEMO

CLOCK SET
24H/12H
CLOCK ADJ *1

CLOCK

(Clock adjustment)

COLOR
COLOR SETUP

DIMMER SET Selects the display and button illumination adjusted in the <BRIGHTNESS>/

DIMMER

BRIGHTNESS DAY [23] /NIGHT [11]: Selects the display and button illumination

SCROLL *3 [ONCE]: Scrolls the display information once.

TAG DISPLAY [ON]: Shows the TAG information while playing MP3/WMA/AAC tracks.

DISPLAY

PRO EQ

*1 Takes effect only when clock 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 other than <DIMMER AUTO>.

*3 Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blanked) on the display.

For settings, A page 4.
For settings, A page 4.
For settings, A page 4.
[AUTO]: The built-in clock is automatically adjusted using the clock data in

the FM Radio Data System signal or DAB signal.
OFF: Cancels.

For settings, A page 14. (KD-DB52 only)
For settings, A page 14. (KD-DB52 only)

<COLOR SETUP> setting.
[AUTO]: Changes between the Day and Night adjustments when you turn
off/on the car headlights. *2

ON: Selects the Night adjustments.
OFF: Selects the Day adjustments.

brightness level 00-31 for day and night.

AUTO: Repeats scrolling (at 5-second intervals.)
OFF: Cancels.

OFF: Cancels.

For settings, A page 15.

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Menu operations

Menu item Selectable setting (Initial: [XX])
FADER *4*5 R06-F06 [00]: Adjusts the front and rear speaker output balance.
BALANCE *5 L06-R06 [00]: Adjusts the left and right speaker output balance.
LOUD

(Loudness)

VOL ADJUST

(Volume adjust)

L/O MODE

(Line output
mode)

SUB.W LPF *6
(Subwoofer low-

AUDIO

pass filter)
SUB.W LEVEL *6

(Subwoofer level)

HPF

(High-pass filter)

BEEP

(Keytouch tone)
TEL MUTING *7

(Telephone
muting)

AMP GAIN *8
(Amplifier gain)

*4 If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to “00”.
*5 This adjustment will not affect the subwoofer output.
*6 Displayed only when <L/O MODE> is set to <SUB.W>.
*7 This setting does not work if <BT ADAPTER> is selected for <R-AUX> of <SRC SELECT>.
*8 The volume level automatically changes to “VOLUME 30” if you change to <LOW POWER> with

the volume level set to higher than “VOLUME 30”.

ON: Boosts low and high frequencies to produce a well-balanced sound at a
low volume level.
[OFF]: Cancels.

-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 if “FM” is selected.)

Select if the REAR/SW terminals are used for connecting the following
devices (through an external amplifier).
SUB.W: Subwoofer
[REAR]: Speakers

LOW 55Hz / [LOW 85Hz] / LOW 120Hz:
Frequencies lower than 55 Hz/85 Hz/120 Hz are sent to the subwoofer.

00-08 [04]: Adjusts the subwoofer output level.

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.)

[ON]/OFF : Activates or deactivates the keypress tone.

ON: Attenuates the sounds while using the cell phone (not connected
through KS-BTA100).
[OFF]: Cancels.

LOW POWER: VOLUME 00-VOLUME 30 (Select if the maximum power of
each speakers is less than 50W to prevent damaging the speakers.)
[HIGH POWER]: VOLUME 00-VOLUME 50

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Menu operations

Menu item Selectable setting (Initial: [XX])

SSM
AF-REG *9 [AF ON]: Activates Alternative Frequency Reception.

NEWS-STBY *9

(News standby)
P-SEARCH *9

(Programme
search)

MONO

(Monaural mode)

IF BAND

(Intermediate
frequency band)

TUNER

DAB AF [ON]/OFF: Activates or deactivates DAB Alternative Frequency Reception.

DAB L-BAND ON: Searches BAND-III and L-BAND.

DAB ANT PWR

(Antenna power)

PTY-STBY

(Programme type
standby)

DAB Vxxx *11 Displays the version number of DAB software. (Displayed only when the

IPOD SWITCH

(iPod/iPhone control)

AM *10 [ON]/OFF: Enables or disables “AM” in source selection.
F-AUX *10

(Front auxiliary
input)

R-AUX *10
(Rear auxiliary

SRC SELECT

input)

*9 Only for FM Radio Data System stations.
*10 Displayed only when any source other than corresponding setting “AM/F-AUX/R-AUX/BT AUDIO”

is selected.

*11 The version of DAB software can be updated.

For settings, A page 6. (Displayed only when the source is “FM”.)

AF-REG ON: Activates Alternative Frequency Regionalization Reception.
OFF: Cancels. (Selectable only when <DAB AF> is set to <OFF>) (A page 9)

ON/[OFF]: Activates or deactivates NEWS Standby Reception. (Displayed

only when the source is “FM”.) (A page 7)
SEARCH ON/[SEARCH OFF]:

Activates Programme Search (if AF-REG is turn on) or deactivates.

For settings, A page 6. (Displayed only when the source is “FM”.)

[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.

(A page 9)

[OFF]: Searches only BAND-III. (Displayed only when the source is “DAB”.)
ON: The unit supplies the power to the DAB aerial with the booster. Select

when using the DAB aerial with the booster (not supplied).
[OFF]: Select when using the DAB aerial without the booster.

[OFF]: Cancels.
PTY codes: Activates PTY Standby Reception with one of the PTY codes.
(Displayed only when the source is “DAB”.) (A page 9)

source is “DAB”.)
For settings, A page 12. (Displayed only when the source is “USB”.)

[ON]/OFF: Enables or disables “F-AUX” in source selection.

ON/OFF: Enables or disables “R-AUX” in source selection.
[BT ADAPTER]: Select if the rear auxiliary input jack is connected to the
Bluetooth adapter, KS-BTA100 (A page 16). The source name will be
changed to “BT AUDIO”.

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Insulation sheet

CR2025

Using the remote controller (KD-DB52 only)

Using the remote controller (KD-DB52 only)

Preparing

When you use the remote controller for the first
time, pull out the insulation sheet.

.

Replacing the lithium coin battery

0

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

Warning:

0

Do not install any battery other than CR2025 or
its equivalent.

0

Do not leave the remote controller in places
(such as dashboards) exposed to direct
sunlight for a long time.

0

Store the battery in places out of reach of
children.

0

Do not recharge, short, disassemble, heat the
battery, or dispose of it in a fire.

0

Do not place the battery with other metallic
materials.

0

Do not poke the battery with tweezers or
similar tools.

0

Insulate the battery by wrapping it with tape
when disposing or storing it.

This unit is equipped with the steering wheel

.

Caution:

0

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.

0

Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire, or the like.

remote control function. For details, refer also to
the instructions supplied with the remote
adapter.

KD-DB42 can be controlled with the remote
controller RM-RK52. (optionally purchased)

Additional information

About discs

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

0

Discs that are not round.

0

Discs with coloring on the recording surface or
discs that are dirty.

0

Recordable/ReWritable disc that has not been
finalized. (For details on disc finalization, refer
to your disc writing software and your disc
recorder instruction manual.)

0

8 cm (3 inch) CD. Attempt to insert using an
adapter can cause malfunction.

Disc handling

0

Do not touch the recording surface of the disc.

0

Do not stick tape etc. on the disc, or use a disc
with tape stuck on it.

0

Do not use any accessories for the disc.

0

Clean from the center of the disc and move
outward.

0

Clean the disc with a dry silicon or soft cloth.
Do not use any solvents.

0

When removing discs from this unit, pull them
out horizontally.

0

Remove the rims from the center hole and disc
edge before inserting a disc.

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.

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Additional information

Audio files

Playable files

0

File extensions: AAC-LC(.m4a), MP3(.mp3),
WMA(.wma)
(regardless of the letter case- upper/lower.)

0

Bit rate:
MP3: 32 kbps - 320 kbps
WMA: 32 kbps - 192 kbps
ACC: 8 kbps - 320 kbps

0

Sampling frequency:
MP3/AAC: 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

0

Variable bit rate (VBR) files. (The elapsed time
for VBR files will not be displayed correctly.)

Unplayable files

0

MP3 files:

- encoded in MP3i and MP3 PRO format

- encoded in an inappropriate format

- encoded with Layer 1/2

0

WMA files:

- encoded in lossless, professional, and voice
format

- not based upon Windows Media ® Audio

- copy-protected with DRM

0

Files which include data such as AIFF, ATRAC3,
etc.

Maximum number of characters for
file/folder name

Varies depending on the disc format used
(includes 4 extension characters—<.mp3>,
<.wma> or <.m4a>).

0

ISO 9660 Level 1 and 2: 64 characters

0

Romeo: 64 characters

0

Joliet: 32 characters

0

Windows long file name: 64 characters

Others

0

This unit can show WMA Tag and ID3 Tag
Version 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3/2.4 (for MP3).

0

The search function works but search speed is
not constant.

About USB device

The following devices cannot be used or connected to
the USB input terminal of this unit:

0

Computer

0

Portable HDD

0

USB hub

0

USB device equipped with special functions
such as data security functions.

0

USB device with two or more partitions.

0

USB device whose rating is other than 5 V and
exceeds 500 mA.

This unit may not recognize the following:

0

Memory card inserted into the USB card reader.

0

Files in a USB device when using a long USB
extension cord.

The maximum number of characters for display:

0

Folder/file names: 63 characters

0

MP3/WMA/AAC 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 8 hierarchies.

Copyright and trademark

0

Microsoft and Windows Media are either

registered trademarks or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United States

and/or other countries.

Only for KD-DB52:

0

“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.

0

iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod

touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered

in the U.S. and other countries.

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

General

Sound cannot be heard from the
speakers.

“MISWIRING CHK WIRING THEN
RESET UNIT” appears on the
display and no operations can be
done.

The unit does not work at all.
“F-AUX” or “R-AUX” cannot be

selected.
Sound is sometimes interrupted

while listening to an external
component connected to the
auxiliary input jack.

The correct characters are not
displayed (e.g. album name).

Symptom Remedy/Cause

0

Adjust the volume to the optimum level.

0

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. (A page 3)
If the message does not disappear, consult your JVC IN-CAR
ENTERTAINMENT dealer or a company supplying kits.

Reset the unit. (A page 3)
Check the <SRC SELECT>B<F-AUX / R-AUX> setting.

(A page 19)
Check to be sure the recommended stereo mini plug is used for

connection. (A page 13)

This unit can only display letters (upper case), numbers, and a
limited number of symbols.

FM/AM

SSM automatic presetting does
not work.

Static noise while listening to the
radio.

“AM” cannot be selected.

Symptom Remedy/Cause

Store stations manually.

Connect the aerial firmly.

Check the <SRC SELECT>B<AM> setting. (A page 19)

DAB

“NO SIGNAL” appears on the
display.

“CHK ANTENNA” appears on the
display.

Symptom Remedy/Cause

Move to an area with stronger signals.

Check the cord and connections.

Disc playback

Disc cannot be played back. Insert the disc correctly.
CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played

back and track cannot be skipped.
Disc sound is sometimes

interrupted.

“NO DISC” appears on the display.0Insert a playable disc into the loading slot.
“PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear

alternately on the display.
“IN DISC” appears on the display. The disc cannot be ejected properly. Make sure nothing is

Symptom Remedy/Cause

Insert a finalized CD-R/CD-RW (finalize with the component
which you used for recording).

0

Stop playback while driving on rough roads.

0

Change the disc.

0

Check the cords and connections.

0

Press [M], then insert a disc correctly.

blocking the loading slot.

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Troubleshooting

MP3/WMA/AAC playback

Disc cannot be played back.

Symptom Remedy/Cause

“READING” keeps flashing on the
display.

Tracks do not play back in the
order you have intended them to
play.

The elapsed playing time is not
correct.

0

Record the tracks using a compliant application on the
appropriate discs. (A page 20)

0

Add appropriate file extensions to the file names.

A longer readout time is required. Do not use too many
hierarchical levels and folders.

The playback order is determined when the files are recorded.

This sometimes occurs during playback. This is caused by how
the tracks are recorded on the disc.

USB device playback

“READING” keeps flashing on the

Symptom Remedy/Cause

display.

“NOT SUPPORT” appears on the
display and track skips.

Tracks/folders are not played back
in the order you have intended.

0

“CANNOT PLAY” flashes or “NO
USB” appears on the display.

0

The unit cannot detect the USB
device.

While playing a track, sound is
sometimes interrupted.

0

A longer readout time is required. Do not use too many
hierarchical levels or folders.

0

Turn off the power then on again.

0

Reattach the USB device again.

Check whether the track is a playable file format.

The playback order is determined by the file name. Folders with
names beginning with numbers are sorted in numerical order.
Folders with names not beginning with numbers are sorted
according to the file system of the USB device.

0

Check whether the connected USB device is compatible with
this unit.

0

Reattach the USB device again.

The tracks have not been properly copied into the USB device.
Copy tracks again into the USB device, and try again.

iPod/iPhone playback (KD-DB52 only)

The iPod does not turn on or does
not work.

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.

Playback stops. The headphones are disconnected during playback.

“CANNOT PLAY” flashes on the
display.

Symptom Remedy/Cause

0

Check the connecting cable and its connection.

0

Charge the battery of the iPod/iPhone.

0

Reset the iPod/iPhone.

0

Check whether <IPOD SWITCH> setting is appropriate.
(A page 12)

For details, visit <http://www.apple.com>.

Restart the playback operation. (A page 11)
Check whether the connected iPod/iPhone is compatible with

this unit. (A page 11)

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Specifications

Specifications

AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION

Maximum Power Output 50 W per channel
Continuous Power Output (RMS) 20 W per channel into 4Ω, 40 Hz to 20,000 Hz at

Load Impedance 4Ω (4Ω to 8Ω allowance)
Frequency Response 40 Hz to 20,000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 70 dB
Line-Out, Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance 2.5 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
Output Impedance ≤ 600Ω
Other Terminal

no more than 1% total harmonic distortion.

0

Front auxiliary input jack, Aerial input

0

Rear auxiliary/Bluetooth adapter input jack

0

USB input terminal

TUNER SECTION

DAB Frequency Range Band lll: 174.928 MHz to 239.200 MHz

Sensitivity Band lll: -100 dBm

Selectivity 45 dB
Stereo Separation 80 dB
Antenna Connector Type “SMB”
Antenna Output Voltage DC 14.4 V (11 V to 16 V)
Antenna Maximum Current < 100 mA

FM Frequency Range 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz

Usable Sensitivity 9.3 dBf (0.8 μV/75Ω)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity 16.3 dBf (1.8μV/75Ω)
Stereo Separation 40 dB

AM Frequency Range MW: 531 kHz to 1,611 kHz

Sensitivity MW: 20 μV, LW: 50 μV
Selectivity MW: 40 dB, LW: 40 dB

L-Band: 1452.960 MHz to 1490.624 MHz

L-Band: -98 dBm

LW: 153 kHz to 279 kHz

CD PLAYER SECTION

Type Compact disc player
Signal Detection System
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

Non-contact optical pickup (semiconductor laser)

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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/AAC
Output Power

DC 5 V d 500 mA

GENERAL

Power Requirement (Operating Voltage) DC 14.4 V (11 V to 16 V allowance)
Grounding System Negative ground
Allowable Operating Temperature 0°C to +40°C
Dimensions

(W × H × D)
Mass 1.3 kg (excluding accessories)

Subject to changes without notice.

Installation Size approx. 182 mm × 52 mm × 159 mm
Panel Size approx. 188 mm × 59 mm × 8.5 mm

Specifications

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EN, FR, GE

0311MYMSANJEIN© 2011 Victor Company of Japan, Limited

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

Sehr geehrter Kunde, sehr geehrte Kundin,
dieses Gerät stimmt mit den gültigen europäischen
Richtlinien und Normen bezüglich elektromagnetischer
Verträglichkeit und elektrischer Sicherheit überein.

Die europäische Vertretung für die Victor Company
of Japan, Limited ist:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Deutschland

Cher(e) client(e),
Cet appareil est conforme aux directives et
normes européennes en vigueur concernant la
compatibilité électromagnétique et à la sécurité
électrique.

Représentant européen de la société Victor
Company of Japan, Limited:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Allemagne

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