JVC KD-X50BT service manual
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ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
KD-X50BT
DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER / RECEPTOR DE MEDIOS
DIGITALES / RÉCEPTEUR MULTIMÉDIA NUMÉRIQUE
For canceling the display demonstration, see page 4. /
Para cancelar la demostración en pantalla, consulte la página 4. /
Pour annuler la démonstration des affichages, référez-vous à la page 4.
For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual.
Para la instalación y las conexiones, refiérase al manual separado.
Pour l’installation et les raccordements, se référer au manuel
séparé.
INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
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.
GET0786-001A
[J]
Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.
Please read all instructions carefully before operation, to ensure your complete understanding and to
obtain the best possible performance from the unit.
For U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
In compliance with Federal Regulations, following
are reproductions of labels on, or inside the
product relating to laser product safety.
[European Union only]
JVC KENWOOD Corporation
2967-3, ISHIKAWA-MACHI,
HACHIOJI-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS
RULES 21CFR SUBCHAPTER J IN EFFECT AT
DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
Location: Bottom Plate
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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 (USB) produce very little noise
compared with other sources. Lower the volume
before playing these digital sources to avoid
damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of
the output level.
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.
Contents
Preparation ............................................................ 4
Canceling the display demonstration
Setting the clock
Basic operations ................................................... 4
Radio ........................................................................ 6
USB ............................................................................ 8
iPod/iPhone
Quick Search ....................................................... 11
External components ...................................... 11
Bluetooth姞 connection
Bluetooth mobile phone ................................ 14
Bluetooth audio player ................................... 18
Illumination color adjustments .................... 19
............................................................. 9
..................................... 12
How to reset your unit
Your preset adjustments will
also be erased.
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.
Brightness adjustments .................................. 20
Sound adjustments .......................................... 20
Menu operations ............................................... 21
Remote controller
............................................... 24
Additional information ................................... 25
Troubleshooting ................................................ 27
Specifications ..................................................... 29
How to read this manual:
This manual mainly explains operations using
the buttons on the control panel.
< > indicates the displays on the control
panel.
[XX] indicates the initial setting of a menu
item.
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Preparation
Preparation
Canceling the display
demonstration
The display demonstration is always turned on
unless you cancel it.
1
(Hold)
2
(Initial setting)
3
Select <DEMO OFF>.
4
Press MENU to exit.
Setting the clock
1
(Hold)
2
Select <CLOCK>.
3
Select <CLOCK SET>.
4
Adjust the hour.
5
Adjust the minute.
Basic operations
Display information
Changes the display information. (Press)
Scrolls the current display information. (Hold)
Source Display
Radio
USB/Bluetooth Audio
iPod/iPhone (HEAD MODE/
IPOD MODE)
iPod/iPhone (APP MODE)
iPod/iPhone (Pandora姞
internet radio)
External Components (AUX)
6
Press MENU to exit.
Non-Radio Broadcast Data System station: Frequency ) Clock
FM Radio Broadcast Data System station: Station name (PS) -
Frequency - Program type (PTY) - Clock - (back to the beginning)
Album title/Artist - Track title - Track no./Playing time -
Track no./Clock - (back to the beginning)
APP MODE) APP/Clock
Station name - Album title/Artist - Track title - Playing time -
Clock - (back to the beginning)
AUX IN) Clock
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Basic operations
Control panel
Display window
Control dial
Remote sensor
Aim the remote controller directly at the sensor.
DO NOT expose to bright sunlight.
When you press or hold the following button(s)...
Control panel
/SOURCE
Control dial
(turn)
Control dial
(press)
EQ SOUND
/ /
/
Remote
controller
Turns on.
—
Turns off. (Hold)
Press the /SOURCE button on the control panel and turn
the control dial within 2 seconds to select the source.
SOURCE Press repeatedly to select the source.
VOL - / + Adjusts the volume level.
— Selects items.
Mutes the sound or pauses playback.
)
Press the button again to cancel muting or resume
playback.
— Confirms selection.
Selects the preset sound mode. (' page 20)
Enters “Hands-Free” menu (' page 15), or answers
—
incoming call when the unit rings.
Ends a call. (Hold)
— Returns to the previous menu.
Selects a preset station. (' page 6)
Selects MP3/WMA folder. (' page 8)
Searches for a station automatically. (' page 6)
/
Searches for a station manually. (Hold)
Selects track. (' page 8, 9, 18)
Fast-forwards or reverses track. (Hold)
AUX input jack
Remote controller
USB input terminal
General function
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Radio
Radio
Searching for a station
A
“ST” lights up when receiving an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength.
Storing stations in memory
Manual presetting
You can preset up to 18 stations for FM and 6
stations for AM.
While listening to a station...
1
“PRESET MODE” flashes.
2
Select preset number.
(Hold)
B
Select <FM> or <AM>.
Auto search. (Press)
Manual search. (Hold)
“M” flashes, then press the button repeatedly.
Auto presetting (FM only)
SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory)
You can preset up to 18 stations for FM.
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.
(Hold)
-<TUNER>
-<SSM>
-<SSM 01 – 06>
The preset number flashes and “MEMORY”
appears.
Selecting a preset station
You can also select a preset station using / .
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Radio
Setting the Radio Timer
You can tune in to a preset station at a specific
time regardless of the current source.
1
2
[OFF] Cancels Radio Timer.
ONCE Activates once.
DAILY Activates daily.
3
Select the preset station.
4
Set the activation time.
5
Press MENU to exit.
lights up after the Radio Timer has been set.
Only one timer can be set. Setting a new timer
will override the previous setting.
The Radio Timer will not activate if the unit is
turned off or if <AM> is set to <OFF> after
selecting an AM station for the timer.
(Hold)
-<TUNER>
-<RADIO TIMER>
-<OFF>/<ONCE>/
<DAILY>
-<FM>/<AM>
-<01> ... <18> for FM/
<01> ... <06> for AM
.
Searching for your favorite
Programs—Program Type (PTY)
Search
This feature is only available for FM Radio
Broadcast Data System stations.
1
2
Select a PTY code.
PTY Search starts.
.
If there is a station broadcasting a program of the
same PTY code as you have selected, that station is
tuned in.
PTY codes
NEWS, INFORM (information), SPORTS, TALK, ROCK, CLS
ROCK (classic rock), ADLT HIT (adult hits), SOFT RCK (soft
rock), 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
(Hold)
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USB
USB
Playing a USB device
USB input terminal
USB 2.0 cable
(not supplied)
or
USB cable from the rear of the unit
The source changes to “USB” and playback starts.
This unit can play MP3/WMA/WAV files stored in USB mass storage device (such as a USB memory
and Digital Audio Player).
Make sure all important data has been backed up. We shall bear no responsibility for any loss of data
in USB mass storage class device while using this system.
Selecting a folder/track
Selects folder.
Selects track. (Press)
Fast-forwards or reverses
the track. (Hold)
Selecting a track/folder from
the list
1
2
Select a folder.
3
Select a track.
If the USB device contains many folders or tracks,
you can fast search for desired folder or track by
turning the control dial quickly, or use Quick
Search. (' page 11)
Selecting the playback modes
You can select one of the following playback
modes at a time.
1
2
#<REPEAT>)<RANDOM>
3
REPEAT
RPT OFF Cancels repeat playback.
TRACK RPT Repeats current track.
FOLDER RPT Repeats current folder.
RANDOM
RND OFF Cancels random playback.
FOLDER RND
ALL RND Randomly plays all tracks.
(Hold)
Randomly plays all tracks of
current folder, then tracks of
next folders.
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iPod/iPhone
Playing an iPod/iPhone
USB input terminal
3
Select the desired track.
USB 2.0 cable (accessory
of the iPod/iPhone)
or
USB cable from the
rear of the unit
The source changes to “IPOD-FRONT/IPOD-REAR”
and playback starts.
Selecting the control mode
(Hold)
#<HEAD MODE>/<IPOD MODE>/<APP MODE>
HEAD
MODE
IPOD
MODE
APP
MODE
You can also change the setting using <IPOD
SWITCH> in the menu. (' page 23)
Controls iPod playback through this
unit.
Controls iPod playback from the
iPod/iPhone.
The sound of any functions (music,
games, applications, etc.) running on
the connected iPod/iPhone is
emitted through the speakers
connected to this unit.
Repeat this step until the desired track is selected.
If the selected menu contains many tracks, you
can fast search for the desired track by turning
the control dial quickly, or use Quick Search
(' page 11).
Selecting the playback modes
Applicable under <HEAD MODE> only.
You can select one of the following playback
modes at a time.
1
2
#<REPEAT>)<RANDOM>
3
REPEAT
RPT OFF Cancels repeat playback.
ONE RPT
ALL RPT
(Hold)
Functions the same as “Repeat
One” of the iPod.
Functions the same as “Repeat
All” of the iPod.
Selecting a track
Applicable under <HEAD MODE/IPOD MODE>
only.
For <APP MODE>, applicable only for some audio
applications.
Selects track/chapter.
(Press)
Fast-forwards or reverses
the track. (Hold)
Selecting a track from the list
Applicable under <HEAD MODE> only.
1
2
Select the desired list.
PLAYLISTS)ARTISTS)ALBUMS)SONGS)
PODCASTS)GENRES)COMPOSERS)
AUDIOBOOKS) (back to the beginning)
RANDOM
RND OFF Cancels random playback.
SONG RND
ALBUM RND
“ALBUM RND” is not applicable for some iPod/
iPhone.
Functions the same as “Shuffle
Songs” of the iPod.
Functions the same as “Shuffle
Albums” of the iPod.
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姞
iPod/iPhone
iPod/iPhone application
You can operate JVC original application with this
unit in <APP MODE>. For more details, visit JVC
website: <http://www3.jvckenwood.com/
english/car/index.html> (English website only).
Pandora姞 internet radio
Preparation
1
Search for “Pandora” in the Apple iTunes
App Store to find and install the most
current version of the Pandora姞
application onto your device.
2
In the application on your device, log in
and create an account with Pandora姞. If
you are not a registered user, an account
can also be created at www.pandora.com.
Pandora姞 is only available in the US.
Because Pandora姞 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姞 cannot be
operated from this unit.
For issues using the application, please contact
Pandora at pandora-support@pandora.com.
Listening to
Pandora
internet radio
Creating a new station
You can create a new station based on the
currently playing song or artist.
1
2
A new station is created based on the current
song or artist.
-<NEW STATION>
-<FROM ARTIST>/
<FROM SONG>
Searching the registered station
from the list
1
2
Select the station list display mode.
BY DATE According to the registration date
A - Z Alphabetical order
You can proceed directly to step 3 to select
station or use the search menu to scroll through
the desired menu. (' page 11)
3
Select the desired station.
1
Open the Pandora姞 application on your
device.
2
Connect the device to one of the USB
terminals. (' page 9)
The source switches and broadcast starts
automatically from your current station.
Basic Operations
Starts/pauses playback.
Selects thumbs up/thumbs
down.
If thumbs down is selected,
current track is skipped.
Skips track.
To bookmark song/artist information
While receiving a song...
<THIS ARTIST>)<THIS TRACK>
“BOOKMARKED” appears and the song/artist
information is stored to the iPod/iPhone.
This unit allows you to bookmark songs and/or
artists in your personalized Pandora姞 account.
The bookmarks will not be available for review
on the unit but will be available in your
Pandora姞 account.
(Hold)
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Quick Search
If you have many folders/tracks/contacts, you can search through them quickly according to the first
character (A to Z, 0 to 9 and OTHERS).
1
Enter list menu or “Hands-Free” menu.
USB (MP3/WMA/WAV) iPod/iPhone Bluetooth phonebook
Quick Search
Select the desired list.
2
Select the desired character (A to Z, 0 to 9
and OTHERS).
“OTHERS” appears if the first character is not A to
Z or 0 to 9, such as #, -, !, etc.
3
Select your desired folder/track/contact.
For USB and iPod/iPhone, repeat step 3 until the
desired track is selected.
Searching may not work on some of the layers
of the selected menu (for iPod/iPhone).
Select <PHONEBOOK>.
External components
You can connect an external component to the AUX (auxiliary) input jack on the control panel.
For details, refer also to the instructions supplied with the external components.
1
Playing an external component
from AUX
Connect to AUX on the control panel.
2
Select <AUX IN>.
3.5 mm (1/8") stereo mini plug
(not supplied)
Portable audio
player, etc.
Use a 3-terminal plug head
stereo mini plug for optimum
audio output.
3
Turn on the connected component and
start playing the source.
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Bluetooth
iPod/iPhone
By connecting the supplied KS-UBT1 USB Bluetooth Adapter and microphone to this unit, you can
operate a Bluetooth device using this unit. Refer to the “Installation/Connection Manual” for details on
connecting the microphone.
Once the USB Bluetooth Adapter is attached, this unit is always
available for pairing.
Refer also to the instructions supplied with the Bluetooth
device.
Refer to the separate appendix to check the countries where
you may use the Bluetooth function.
If you turn off the unit or unplug the USB Bluetooth Adapter during a phone call conversation, the
Bluetooth connection is disconnected. Continue the conversation using your mobile phone.
This unit supports the following 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)
姞姞 connection
KS-UBT1
Microphone
Warning:
Stop the car in a safe place before operating complicated steps such as dialing numbers, using
phonebook, etc.
Pairing a Bluetooth device
When connecting a Bluetooth device to the unit for the first time, perform pairing between the unit and
the device.
Up to five Bluetooth devices can be registered in this unit.
A maximum of two Bluetooth phones and one Bluetooth audio device can be connected at any
time.
This unit supports Secure Simple Pairing (SSP).
1
Connect the USB Bluetooth adapter
(KS-UBT1) to one of the USB input
terminals.
USB cable from the
rear of 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.
USB input terminal
KS-UBT1
or
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#
#
Bluetooth
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
(A) If “[Device Name]”#“XXXXXX”
“VOL – YES”#“BACK – NO” scrolls on the
display,
“XXXXXX” is a 6-digit passkey randomly
generated during each pairing.
Ensure that the passkey which appears
on the unit and Bluetooth device is the
same.
Select “YES” to confirm the passkey.
(B) If “[Device Name]”##“VOL – YES”
“BACK – NO” scrolls on the display,
Select “YES” to start the pairing.
(1) 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. (' page 23)
姞姞 connection
(2) If only “PAIRING” appears, operate the
Operate the Bluetooth device to confirm
Bluetooth device to confirm pairing.
the passkey.
After pairing is successful, “PAIRING COMPLETED” appears on the display.
The unit will establish a connection with the newly paired Bluetooth device, “” lights up on the
display and you can now control the Bluetooth device through the unit.
“” will light up when a phone is connected.
“” will light up when an audio device is connected.
Once the connection is established, the device is registered to the unit and there is no need to
perform the pairing again unless you delete the registered device.
Some Bluetooth devices may not be able to 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.
Connecting/Disconnecting a registered device manually
To connect
1
2
Select <CONNECT>.
3
Select the desired device.
“CONNECTING”#“[Device Name]” scrolls on the
display when the unit is connecting to the device.
“CONNECTED”#“[Device Name]” scrolls on the
display when the device is connected.
(Hold)
-<BLUETOOTH>
-<PHONE>/<AUDIO>
-<CONNECT>
To disconnect
1
2
Select <DISCONNECT>.
3
Select the desired device.
“DISCONNECT”#“[Device Name]” scrolls on the
display when the device is disconnected.
4
Press MENU to exit.
(Hold)
-<BLUETOOTH>
-<PHONE>/<AUDIO>
-<DISCONNECT>
4
Press MENU to exit.
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Bluetooth
姞姞 connection
Connecting to JVC original
application
JVC original application is designed to view JVC
car receiver status and perform simple control
operations on Android smart phones.
For JVC original application operations, visit JVC
website:
<http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/
index.html> (English website only).
1
2
Select <CONNECT>.
3
Select the desired smart phone.
(Hold)
-<BLUETOOTH>
-<APPLICATION>
-<CONNECT>
Deleting a registered device
1
2
Select <DELETE YES>.
“DELETED” appears when the device is deleted.
3
Press MENU to exit.
(Hold)
-<BLUETOOTH>
-<DELETE PAIR>
- [Device name]
-<DELETE YES>
“CONNECTED”#“[Device Name]” scrolls on the
display when the device is connected.
4
Press MENU to exit.
Bluetooth mobile phone
Receiving a call
To receive a call
When there is an incoming call, the source
automatically changes to “BT FRONT”/“BT REAR”.
“RECEIVING” appears on the display, followed
by the phone number or name.
The display flashes in blue. (' page 17)
or
You can also press ////SOURCE on the
remote control to answer a call.
When <AUTO ANSWER> is set to <ON>, the
unit answers incoming calls automatically.
(' page 17)
To end a call
(Hold)
You can also press and hold ////SOURCE
on the remote control to end a call.
or
(Hold)
To deactivate/activate hands-free
mode
During a phone conversation...
Operations may vary according to the
connected Bluetooth device.
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