INFORMATION (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.
KD-S27
CD RECEIVER : INSTRUCTIONS/INSTALLATION
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.
Caution:
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.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2.CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
Model No.
Serial No.
3.CAUTION: (For U.S.A.) Visible and/or invisible class II laser radiation when open. Do not stare into beam.
(For Canada) Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser radiation when open. Do not view directly
with optical instruments.
0710DTSMDTJEIN
EN
© 2010 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
GET0698-001A
[J]
4.REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED OUTSIDE THE UNIT.
Canceling the display demonstration
1 Turn on the power.
4 Select <DEMO OFF>.
For safety...
• Do not raise the volume level too much, as this will
block outside sounds, making driving dangerous.
• Stop the car before performing any complicated
operations.
[European Union only]
2
[Hold]
5
(Initial setting)
3
6 Finish the procedure.
Warning:
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.
If you need to operate the unit while driving, be sure
to look around carefully or you may be involved in a
traffic accident.
Setting the clock
1 Turn on the power.
Basic operations
5 Adjust the hour.
Display window
Ejects the disc
Control dial
Loading slot
2
[Hold]
6 Adjust the minute.
(Initial setting)
3 Select <CLOCK>.
Auxiliary input jack
Detaches the panel
7 Finish the procedure.
Returns to the previous menu
4 Select <CLOCK SET>.
Remote sensor
• DO NOT expose to bright sunlight.
USB (Universal Serial
Bus) input jack
Preparations
How to attach/detach the control
panel
If the effectiveness of the remote controller
decreases, replace the battery.
When you press or hold the following button(s)...
Replacing the lithium coin battery
Remote
Main unit
General operations
CR2025
controller
Turns on.
• When the power is on, pressing /I/ATT on the remote controller
also attenuates the sound or pauses. Press /I/ATT again to cancel
muting or resume playback.
How to reset your unit
Turns off if pressed and held.
Reset the unit after installation is
completed.
For USA-California Only:
Selects the available sources (if the power is turned on).
• If the source is ready, playback also starts.
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery
which contains Perchlorate Material—special
handling may apply.
• Your preset adjustments will
also be erased.
Adjusts the volume level.
Selects items.
—
—
How to forcibly eject a disc
Caution:
• Mutes the sound while listening to a source. If the source is “CD” or
“USB,” playback pauses. Press the control dial again to cancel muting
or resume playback.
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
type.
[Hold]
• Confirms selection.
• You can forcibly eject the loaded disc even if the
disc is locked. To lock/unlock the disc, see page 2.
• Be careful not to drop the disc when it ejects.
• If this does not work, reset your unit.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire, or the like.
Selects the sound mode.
• Enters tone level adjustment directly (see page 3) if pressed and held
EQ BASS-TRE on the main unit.
Warning (about battery handling)
To prevent accidents and damage:
• Do not install any battery other than CR2025 or its
equivalent.
• Store out of reach of children.
• Do not recharge, short, or dismantle.
• Do not dispose of in fire.
—
—
Enters playback mode menu directly (see page 2).
Preparing the remote controller
(RM-RK50)
Power off : Checks the current clock time.
Power on : Changes the display information.
When you use the remote controller for the first time,
pull out the insulation sheet.
• Do not carry around with other metallic materials.
• Wrap the battery with tape and insulate when
throwing away or saving it.
Insulation sheet
1 – EN
Selecting a preset sound mode
You can select a preset sound mode suitable for the music genre.
FLAT NATURAL DYNAMIC
VOCAL BOOST BASS BOOST
USER (back to the beginning)
Storing your own sound mode
Sound element
Level
60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, –06 to +06
200 Hz
Tone
=
=
=
=
You can store your own adjustments in memory.
Frequency
Q
=
BASS
Q1.0, Q1.25,
Q1.5, Q2.0
1
=
[Hold]
MIDDLE
TREBLE
0.5 kHz, 1.0 kHz,
1.5 kHz, 2.5 kHz
–06 to +06
Q0.75, Q1.0,
Q1.25
While listening, you can adjust the tone level of the selected sound
mode.
2
10.0 kHz, 12.5 kHz,
15.0 kHz, 17.5 kHz
–06 to +06
Q FIX
1
[Hold]
]
<PRO EQ>
]
<BASS> / <MIDDLE> / <TREBLE>
3
2
Adjust the sound elements of the selected tone (see table on
the right).
Adjust the level (–06 to +06) of the selected tone (BASS /
MIDDLE / TREBLE).
The sound mode is automatically stored and changed to “USER.”
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other tones.
The adjustments made will be stored automatically in “USER.”
4
The current sound mode changes to “USER” automatically.
Menu operations
Repeat step 2 if necessary.
1
2
3
Category Menu item
Selectable setting, [Initial: Underlined]
[Hold]
• To return to the previous menu, press BACK
• To exit from the menu, press DISP or MENU
.
FADER *3
BALANCE *4 L06 – R06 [ 00 ]
R06 – F06 [ 00 ]
: Adjust the front and rear speaker output balance.
: Adjust the left and right speaker output balance.
.
LOUD
• LOUD ON
: Boost low and high frequencies to produce a well-
balanced sound at a low volume level.
: Cancels.
Category Menu item
Selectable setting, [Initial: Underlined]
DEMO
• DEMO ON
: Display demonstration will be activated automatically if
no operation is done for about 20 seconds.
: Cancels.
• LOUD OFF
VOL ADJUST VOL ADJ –05 —
VOL ADJ +05
: Preset 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.
• DEMO OFF
[ 1:00 ]
CLOCK SET
: Adjust the hour, then the minute.
[ VOL ADJ 00 ]
• Before making an adjustment, select the source you
want to adjust.
• “VOL ADJ FIX” appears on the display if “FM” is selected
as the source.
BASS
—
: For settings, see “Storing your own sound mode.”
MIDDLE
TREBLE
DIMMER
L/O MODE
• SUB.W
: Select if the REAR LINE OUT terminals are used for
connecting a subwoofer (through an external amplifier).
: Select if the REAR LINE OUT terminals are used for
connecting the speakers (through an external amplifier).
• DIMMER ON
• DIMMER OFF
• SCROLL ONCE
• SCROLL AUTO
• SCROLL OFF
: Dims the display and button illumination.
: Cancels.
• REAR
SCROLL *1
: Scrolls the displayed information once.
: Repeats scrolling (at 5-second intervals).
: Cancels.
SUB.W
FREQ *5
• LOW
• MID
• HIGH
: Frequencies lower than 72 Hz are sent to the subwoofer.
: Frequencies lower than 111 Hz are sent to the subwoofer.
: Frequencies lower than 157 Hz are sent to the subwoofer.
Pressing DISP for more than one second can scroll the display regardless of the
setting.
SUB.W
LEVEL *5
SUB.W 00 —
SUB.W 08
[ SUB.W 04 ]
: Adjust the subwoofer output level.
TAG
DISPLAY
• TAG ON
: Shows the Tag information while playing MP3/WMA
tracks.
: Cancels.
• TAG OFF
BEEP
• BEEP ON
• BEEP OFF
: Activates the keypress tone.
: Deactivates the keypress tone.
SSM *2
• SSM 01 – 06
• SSM 07 – 12
• SSM 13 – 18
• AREA US
• AREA EU
• AREA SA
: For settings, see “Automatic presetting (FM)—SSM
(Strong-station Sequential Memory)” on page 2.
AMP GAIN*6 • LOW POWER
: VOLUME 00 – VOLUME 30 (Select if the maximum power
of each speaker is less than 50 W to prevent damaging the
speakers.)
AREA
: When using in North/Central/South America. AM/FM
intervals are set to 10 kHz/200 kHz.
: When using in any other areas. AM/FM intervals are set
to 9 kHz/50 kHz (100 kHz during auto search).
: When using in South American countries where FM
interval is 100 kHz. AM interval is set to 10 kHz.
: VOLUME 00 – VOLUME 50
• HIGH POWER
• AM ON
• AM OFF
• AUX ON
AM *7
: Enable “AM” in source selection.
: Disable “AM” in source selection.
AUX IN *8
: Enable “AUX IN” in source selection.
: Disable “AUX IN” in source selection.
MONO *2
• MONO ON
: Activate monaural mode to improve FM reception, but
stereo effect will be lost.
• AUX OFF
1
2
3
4
5
6
*
*
*
*
*
*
Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly (or will be blanked) on the display.
Displayed only when the source is “FM.”
If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to “00.”
This adjustment will not affect the subwoofer output.
Displayed only when <L/O MODE> is set to <SUB.W>.
The volume level automatically changes to “VOLUME 30” if you change to <LOW POWER> with the volume level
is set higher than “VOLUME 30.”
: Restore the stereo effect.
• MONO OFF
• AUTO
IF BAND
: Increases the tuner selectivity to reduce interference
noises between adjacent stations. (Stereo effect may be
lost.)
: Subject to interference noises from adjacent stations,
but sound quality will not be degraded and the stereo
effect will remain.
• WIDE
7
8
*
*
Displayed only when any source other than “AM” is selected.
Displayed only when any source other than “AUX IN” is selected.
3 – EN
Troubleshooting
More about this unit
• This unit can recognize a total of 512 files, 255
folders, and 8 hierarchical levels.
• This unit can play back files recorded in VBR
(variable bit rate).
General
Symptom
Remedy/Cause
• If you turn off the power while listening to a track,
playback will start from where it had been stopped
previously next time you turn on the power.
• If no operation is done for about 60 seconds
after pressing MENU button, the operation will be
canceled.
Sound cannot be heard from the
speakers.
• Adjust the volume to the optimum level.
• Make sure the unit is not muted/paused. (See page 1.)
• Check the cords and connections.
Files recorded in VBR have a discrepancy in the
elapsed time display, and do not show the actual
elapsed time. In particular, this difference becomes
noticeable after performing the search function.
• This unit cannot play back the following files:
–MP3 files: encoded in MP3i and MP3 PRO format;
an inappropriate format; layer 1/2.
–WMA files: encoded in lossless, professional, and
voice format; not based upon Windows Media®
Audio; copy-protected with DRM.
“PROTECT” appears on the display and no Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker leads are
operations can be done.
covered with insulating tape properly, then reset the
unit. (See page 1.)
If “PROTECT” does not disappear, consult your JVC
car audio dealer or a company supplying kits.
Tuner operations
• During SSM search...
This unit does not work at all.
“AUX IN” cannot be selected.
Reset the unit. (See page 1.)
–All previously stored stations are erased and the
stations are stored anew.
Check the <SRC SELECT>
“Menu operations” on page 3.)
SSM automatic presetting does not work. Store stations manually.
=
<AUX IN> setting. (See
–When SSM is over, the station stored in the lowest
preset number will be automatically tuned in.
• When storing a station manually, the previously
preset station is erased when a new station is
stored in the same preset number.
• If you try to assign titles to more than 30 station
frequencies, “NAME FULL” appears. Delete
unwanted titles before assignment.
–Files which have data such as AIFF, ATRAC3, etc.
• The search function works but search speed is not
constant.
Static noise while listening to the radio.
“AM” cannot be selected.
Connect the antenna firmly.
Check the <SRC SELECT>
operations” on page 3.)
=
<AM> setting. (See “Menu
Playing MP3/WMA tracks from a USB device
• While playing from a USB device, the playback
order may differ from other players.
• This unit may be unable to play back some USB
devices or some files due to their characteristics or
recording conditions.
• Depending on the shape of the USB devices and
connection ports, some USB devices may not be
attached properly or the connection might be
loose.
• Connect one USB mass storage class device to the
unit at a time. Do not use a USB hub.
• If the connected USB device does not have the
correct files, “CANNOT PLAY” appears.
• This unit can show Tag (Version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, or
2.4) for MP3 files and for WMA files.
• This unit can play back MP3/WMA files meeting the
conditions below:
–Bit rate: 32 kbps — 320 kbps
Disc cannot be played back.
Insert the disc correctly.
• CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back.
• Tracks on the CD-R/CD-RW cannot be
skipped.
• Insert a finalized CD-R/CD-RW.
• Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW with the component which
you used for recording.
Disc/USB operations
Caution for DualDisc playback
• The Non-DVD side of a “DualDisc” does not comply
with the “Compact Disc Digital Audio” standard.
Therefore, the use of Non-DVD side of a DualDisc
on this product may not be recommended.
Disc can be neither played back nor
ejected.
• Unlock the disc. (See page 2.)
• Eject the disc forcibly. (See page 1.)
Disc sound is sometimes interrupted.
• Stop playback while driving on rough roads.
• Change the disc.
• Check the cords and connections.
General
“NO DISC” appears on the display.
Insert a playable disc into the loading slot.
• This unit has been designed to reproduce CDs/
CD Texts, and CD-Rs (Recordable)/CD-RWs
(Rewritable) in audio CD (CD-DA), MP3 and WMA
formats.
“PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear alternately
on the display.
Press 0, then insert a disc correctly.
Disc cannot be played back.
• Use a disc with MP3/WMA tracks recorded in a format
compliant with ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2, Romeo, or
• If you change the source while listening to a disc,
playback stops. Next time you select “CD” as the
playback source, playback will start from where it
had been stopped previously.
• If the ejected disc is not removed within
15 seconds, it is automatically inserted into the
loading slot again to protect it from dust. Playback
starts automatically.
Joliet.
• Add the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to the file
names.
–Sampling frequency of MP3:
Noise is generated.
Skip to another track or change the disc. (Do not add
the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to non-MP3 or
WMA tracks.)
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (for MPEG-1)
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz (for MPEG-2)
–Sampling frequency of WMA:
22.05 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
• This unit can play back MP3 files recorded in VBR
(variable bit rate).
A longer readout time is required
(“READING” keeps flashing on the display).
Do not use too many hierarchical levels and folders.
Playing a CD-R or CD-RW
Tracks are not played back in the order
you have intended.
Playback order is determined when the files are
recorded.
• Use only “finalized” CD-Rs or CD-RWs.
• This unit can play back multi-session discs;
however, unclosed sessions will be skipped while
playing.
• The maximum number of characters for:
–Folder names: 32 characters; File names: 32
characters; MP3 Tag: 64 characters; WMA Tag: 32
characters
• This unit can recognize a total of 5 000 files, 255
folders (255 files per folder including folder without
unsupported files), and of 8 hierarchies.
• This unit does not support SD card reader.
• This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose
rating is other than 5 V and exceeds 500 mA.
• USB devices equipped with special functions such
as data security functions cannot be used with the
unit.
• Do not use a USB device with 2 or more partitions.
• This unit may not recognized a USB device
connected through a USB card reader.
• This unit may not play back files in a USB device
properly when using a USB extension cord.
• This unit cannot play back the following files:
–MP3 files: encoded in MP3i and MP3 PRO format;
an inappropriate format; layer 1/2.
“NO FILE” appears on the display.
Selected folder is an empty folder *. Select another
folder that contains MP3/WMA tracks.
* Folder that is physically empty or folder that contains data
but does not contain valid MP3/WMA track.
• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs may not be played back on
this unit:
–Discs are dirty or scratched.
–Moisture condensation has occurred on the lens
inside the unit.
–The pickup lens inside the unit is dirty.
–The files on the CD-R/CD-RW are written using the
“Packet Write” method.
–There are improper recording conditions (missing
data, etc.) or media conditions (stained, scratched,
warped, etc.).
• CD-RWs may require a longer readout time since
the reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than that of
regular CDs.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears on the display
and track skips.
Skip to the next track encoded in an appropriate format
or to the next non-copy-protected WMA track.
The elapsed playing time is not correct.
This sometimes occurs during playback. This is caused
by how the tracks are recorded on the disc.
The correct characters are not displayed
(e.g. album name).
This unit can only display letters (upper case), numbers,
and a limited number of symbols. (See page 2.)
Noise is generated.
The track played back is not an MP3/WMA track. Skip to
another file. (Do not add the extension code <.mp3>
or <.wma> to non-MP3 or WMA tracks.)
“READING” keeps flashing on the display.
• Readout time varies depending on the USB device.
• Do not use too many hierarchy or folders.
• Turn off the power then on again.
Playing an MP3/WMA disc
• This unit can play back MP3/WMA files with the
extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of
the letter case—upper/lower).
• This unit can show the names of albums, artists
(performer), and tag (Version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, or 2.4)
for MP3 files and for WMA files.
• This unit can display only one-byte characters. No
other characters can be correctly displayed.
• This unit can play back MP3/WMA files meeting the
conditions below:
• Reattach the USB device again.
“NO FILE” appears on the display.
Selected folder is an empty folder*. Select another
folder that contains MP3/WMA tracks.
* Folder that is physically empty or folder that contains
data but does not contain valid MP3/WMA track.
–WMA files: encoded in lossless, professional, and
voice format; not based upon Windows Media®
Audio.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears on the display
and track skips.
Skip to the next track encoded in an appropriate format
or to the next non-copy-protected WMA track.
Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and/or other countries.
Tracks/folders are not played back in the
order you have intended.
The playback order is determined by the write-in time
stamp. The first track/folder written into the USB device
will be the first track/folder for playback.
–Bit rate: 32 kbps — 320 kbps
–Sampling frequency of MP3:
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (for MPEG-1)
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz (for MPEG-2)
–Sampling frequency of WMA:
22.05 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
–Disc format: ISO 9660 Level 1/ Level 2, Romeo,
Joliet, Windows extension
• The maximum number of characters for file/folder
names vary depending on the disc format used
(includes 4 extension characters—<.mp3> or
<.wma>).
• “CANNOT PLAY” flashes on the display.
• “NO USB” appears on the display.
• The unit cannot detect the USB device.
• Attach a USB device that contains tracks encoded in
an appropriate format.
• Reattach the USB device again.
JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of the
data in the USB mass storage class device while
using this System.
While playing a track, sound is sometimes The MP3/WMA tracks have not been properly copied
interrupted.
into the USB device.
Copy MP3/WMA tracks again into the USB device, and
try again.
Correct characters are not displayed (e.g. This unit can only display letters (upper case), numbers,
album name). and a limited number of symbols. (See page 2.)
–ISO 9660 Level 1: up to 12 characters; ISO 9660
Level 2: up to 31 characters; Romeo: up to 64
characters; Joliet: up to 32 characters; Windows
extension: up to 64 characters
4 – EN
Maintenance
Preparation
You need the installation kits which corresponds to your car.
How to clean the connectors
To play new discs
Remove any rough areas from the
inner and outer edges of the disc.
• Mark all the check boxes ( ) to make sure you have follow the instructions and the listed parts.
Wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth
moistened with alcohol.
Check the battery system in your car
12 V DC, NEGATIVE ground
Do not use the following discs:
Connectors
• Single CD—8 cm (3-3/16”) disc
• Warped disc
Moisture condensation
Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit.
Eject the disc and leave the unit turned on for a few
hours until the moisture has evaporated.
Prepare this before installation
• Disc with sticker and sticker residue
• Disc with stick-on label
• Unusual shape disc
• C-thru Disc (semi-transparent disc)
• Disc with transparent or semi-transparent parts on
its recording area
To keep discs clean
Wipe in a straight line from center
of disc to edge. Do not use liquid
cleaners, thinners, or benzene.
Parts list for installation and connection
Specifications
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION
CD PLAYER SECTION
Type:
Compact disc player
Power Output:
20 W RMS × 4 Channels at 4 Ω and
≤ 1% THD+N
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
80 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω)
Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical pickup
(semiconductor laser)
Number of channels:
Frequency Response:
Dynamic Range:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Wow and Flutter:
MP3 Decoding Format: MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3
Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps
2 channels (stereo)
5 Hz to 20 000 Hz
96 dB
A
Control panel
B
Sleeve
Load Impedance:
Tone Control Range:
4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowance)
98 dB
Less than measurable limit
Bass:
12 dB (60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz)
Q1.0, Q1.25, Q1.5, Q2.0
Middle: 12 dB (0.5 kHz, 1.0 kHz, 1.5 kHz,
2.5 kHz)
WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format:
Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps
Q0.75, Q1.0, Q1.25
C
Trim plate
D
Power cord
Treble:
12 dB (10.0 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 15.0 kHz,
17.5 kHz)
Q (Fixed)
USB SECTION
USB Standard:
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
USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Line-Out Level/Impedance:
2.5 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance:
2.5 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
Output Impedance: 1 kΩ
Max. Current:
DC 5 V
500 mA
GENERAL
Power Requirement:
Other Terminal:
USB input jack, AUX (auxiliary)
input jack, Antenna input
Operating Voltage:
DC 14.4 V (11 V to 16 V
allowance)
E
Handles
F
Remote controller / Battery
TUNER SECTION
Frequency Range:
Grounding System:
Allowable Operating Temperature:
0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions (W × H × D):
Installation Size (approx.):
Negative ground
FM:
87.5 MHz to 107.9 MHz
(with channel interval set to 100 kHz or
200 kHz)
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz
(with channel interval set to 50 kHz)
530 kHz to 1 710 kHz
(with channel interval set to 10 kHz)
531 kHz to 1 602 kHz
(with channel interval set to 9 kHz)
Troubleshooting
• The fuse blows.
Are the red and black leads connected correctly?
182 mm × 52 mm × 160 mm
(7-3/16” × 2-1/16” × 6-5/16”)
Panel Size (approx.):
]
AM:
• Power cannot be turned on.
Is the yellow lead connected?
]
188 mm × 58 mm × 6 mm
(7-7/16” × 2-5/16” × 1/4”)
Mass (approx.):
• No sound from the speakers.
Is the speaker output lead short-circuited?
1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) (excluding
accessories)
]
[FM Tuner]
• Sound is distorted.
]
]
Usable Sensitivity: 9.3 dBf (0.8 μV/75 Ω)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: 16.3 dBf (1.8 μV/75 Ω)
Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz): 65 dB
Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 15 000 Hz
Stereo Separation: 40 dB
Is the speaker output lead grounded?
Are the “–” terminals of L and R speakers grounded in common?
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
• Noise interfere with sounds.
Is the rear ground terminal connected to the car’s chassis using shorter and thicker cords?
]
If a kit is necessary for your car, consult your
telephone directory for the nearest car audio
speciality shop.
[AM Tuner]
Sensitivity/Selectivity: 20 μV/40 dB
• This unit becomes hot.
]
]
Is the speaker output lead grounded?
Are the “–” terminals of L and R speakers grounded in common?
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Installation
The following illustration shows a typical installation. If you are not sure how to install this unit correctly, contact your JVC car audio dealer or a company supplying kits.
In-dash mounting
See “Electrical connections” below.
When installing the unit without using the sleeve
Removing the unit
In a Toyota car for example, first remove the car radio and install the unit in its place.
Release the rear section first...
8 mm (3/8")
Flat head screws—M5 × 8 mm (3/8")*2
Pocket
Bracket*2
Electrical connections
Make sure to disconnect the battery’s negative terminal.
• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation.
High
Note:
It is recommended to connect to the speakers with maximum power of more than 50 W (both at the rear and at the front, with an impedance of 4 Ω to 8 Ω). If the
maximum power is less than 50 W, change “AMP GAIN” setting to prevent the speakers from being damaged (see “Menu operations” on page 3).
Heat sink
Typical connections
Connecting the external amplifier or subwoofer
IMPORTANT: A custom wiring harness (separately purchased) which is suitable for your car is
recommended for connection between the unit and your car.
Remote lead
Y-connector*2
• Consult your JVC car audio dealer or a company supplying kits for details.
Antenna terminal
Remote lead (blue with white stripe)
Set “L/O MODE” to “REAR”
(See “Menu operations” on page 3.)
You can connect a power amplifier for
rear speakers.
Rear line out
Rear ground terminal
To the remote lead of other
equipment or automatic
antenna if any
15 A fuse
Signal cord*2
Rear
JVC Amplifier
speakers
Connect only the front speakers
if your speaker system is two-
speaker system.
Front speakers
Set “L/O MODE” to “SUB.W”
(See “Menu operations” on page 3.)
You can also connect a subwoofer to
the REAR LINE OUT terminals.
Ignition
switch
White with black stripe
Black
To the metallic body
or chassis of the car
Front speaker
(left)
White
or
JVC Amplifier
Subwoofer
To a live terminal in the
fuse block connecting
to the car battery
Gray with black stripe
Yellow*3
PRECAUTIONS on power supply and speaker connections
(bypassing the ignition
switch) (constant 12 V)
Front speaker
(right)
Gray
Fuse block
Green with black stripe
To an accessory
terminal in the fuse
block
Red
Rear speaker
(left)
Green
1
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*
*
When you stand the unit, be careful not to damage the fuse on the rear.
Not supplied for this unit.
Before checking the operation of this unit prior to installation, this lead must be connected, otherwise the power
2
3
Blue with white
stripe
Purple with black stripe
To the remote lead of other
equipment or automatic
antenna if any (200 mA max.)
cannot be turned on.
4
*
Firmly attach the ground wire to the metallic body or to the chassis of the car—to the place uncoated with
paint (if coated with paint, remove the paint before attaching the wire). Failure to do so may cause damage to
the unit.
Rear speaker
(right)
Purple
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