JVC KD-LX50 Instructions Manual

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Page 1 CD RECEIVER KD-LX50 RECEPTOR CON CD KD-LX50 RECEPTEUR CD KD-LX50 MONO LOCAL MODE DISP SOURCE BAND KD-LX50 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.
Page 2: How To Reset Your Unit
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.
Page 3 WARNINGS • DO NOT install any unit in locations where; – it may obstruct the steering wheel and gearshift lever operations, as this may result in a traffic accident. – it may obstruct the operation of safety devices such as air bags, as this may result in a fatal accident.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
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. CONTENTS How to reset your unit ..............2 BASIC OPERATIONS ............ 6 RADIO OPERATIONS ...........
Page 5 EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS ..... 53 Playing an external component ........... 53 Using a subwoofer ................. 53 CD CHANGER OPERATIONS ........54 Playing CDs ................... 54 Selecting CD playback modes ............56 MAINTENANCE ............58 Handling CDs ................58 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........59 SPECIFICATIONS ............61 To activate the display demonstration ¢...
Page 6: Basic Operations
BASIC OPERATIONS Notes: • When you use this unit for the first time, set the built-in clock correctly, see page 40. • To operate the v oice recognition system, see pages 22 to 39. Turn on the power. The display illuminates and the control panel comes out. Select the source.
Page 7: Radio Operations
RADIO OPERATIONS Listening to the radio You can use either automatic searching or manual searching to tune into a particular station. Searching a station automatically: Auto search LOCAL MODE Select the band. 1 Press SOURCE (ATT) to select the tuner as the source. 2 Press BAND to select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM).
Page 8: Searching A Station Manually: Manual Search
Searching a station manually: Manual search MODE MONO Select the band. 1 Press SOURCE (ATT) to select the tuner as the source. 2 Press BAND to select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM). Note: This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2, FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to an FM broadcast.
Page 9: Storing Stations In Memory
Storing stations in memory You can use one of the following two methods to store broadcasting stations in memory. • Automatic preset of FM stations: SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory) • Manual preset of both FM and AM stations FM station automatic preset: SSM You can preset 6 local FM stations in each FM band (FM1, FM2 and FM3).
Page 10: Manual Preset
Manual preset You can preset up to 6 stations in each band (FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM) manually. EXAMPLE: Storing an FM station of 88.3 MHz into the preset number 1 of the FM1 band Select the band. 1 Press SOURCE (ATT) to select the tuner as the source. 2 Press BAND to select the FM1 band.
Page 11: Tuning Into A Preset Station
Tuning into a preset station You can easily tune into a preset station. Remember that you must store stations first. If you have not stored them yet, see pages 9 and 10. Select the band. 1 Press SOURCE (ATT) to select the tuner as the source. 2 Press BAND to select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM).
Page 12: Cd Operations
CD OPERATIONS Playing a CD ¢ Open the loading slot. The display panel moves down, and the loading slot appears. Insert a disc into the loading slot. The unit draws a CD, the display panel moves up, and CD play starts automatically.
Page 13: Locating A Track Or A Particular Portion On A Cd
Locating a track or a particular portion on a CD ¢ Number buttons Number buttons 4 (10) to 6 (12) 1(7) to 3 (9) To fast-forward or reverse the track ¢, while playing a CD, to fast-forward the track. Press and hold Press and hold 4 , while playing a CD, to reverse the track.
Page 14: Selecting Cd Playback Modes
Selecting CD playback modes MODE To play back tracks at random (Random Play) You can play back all tracks on the CD at random. 1 Press MODE while playing a CD. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons can work as different function buttons.
Page 15: Prohibiting Cd Ejection
To play back only intros (Intro Scan) You can play back the first 15 seconds of each track sequentially. 1 Press MODE while playing a CD. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons can work as different function buttons. 2 Press INT (Intro), while “MODE”...
Page 16: Playing A Cd Text
Playing a CD Text In a CD Text, some information about the disc (its disc title, performer and track title) is recorded. You can show these disc information on the display. DISP Select text display mode while playing a CD Text. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Disc Title / Performer Track Title...
Page 17: Sound Adjustments
SOUND ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the sound You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference. Select the item you want to adjust. Each time you press the button, the adjustable items change as follows: FADER (bass) (treble) VOLUME WOOFER BALANCE Indication To do: Range Adjust the bass.
Page 18: Turning On/Off The Bbe Ii Function
Turning on/off the BBE function The BBE * function restores the brilliance and clarity of the original live sound in recording, broadcasts, etc. When a speaker reproduces sound, it introduces frequency-dependent phase shifting, causing high-frequency sounds to take longer to reach the ear than low frequency sounds. The BBE function adjusts the phase relationship between the low, mid and high frequencies by adding a progressively longer delay time to the low and mid frequencies, so that all frequencies reach the listener’s ears at the proper time.
Page 19: Using The Sound Control Memory
Using the Sound Control Memory You can select and store a preset sound adjustment suitable for each playback source. (Advanced SCM) Selecting and storing the sound modes Once you select a sound mode, it is stored in memory, and will be recalled every time you select the same source.
Page 20: Recalling The Sound Modes
Recalling the sound modes SOURCE (ATT) Select the source while the “Link” indicator is lit on the display. The “Link” indicator starts flashing, and the sound mode stored in memory for the selected source is recalled (and appears on the display for a while). Notes: •...
Page 21: Storing Your Own Sound Adjustments
Storing your own sound adjustments You can adjust the sound modes (BEAT, SOFT, POP: see page 19) to your preference and store your own adjustments in memory. Light “MODE” on the lower part of the display. The number buttons can work as different function buttons. REMEMBER you must finish the following steps while “MODE”...
Page 22: Voice Command Operations
This System allows you to operate the receiver by your spoken words with ease and safety. It has ended the risk of searching for push-buttons while you are on the road. JVC Voice Recognition System provides you two modes; Standard Word mode and User Word mode.
Page 23: Before Using The Voice Commands
STOP PLAY Before using the voice commands Read carefully the following precautions. Before you start... • Make sure that the voice control unit, voice remote, and microphone are correctly connected. (Refer to the Installation/Connection Manual separately supplied.) • Set “VOICE/BEEP” to “VOICE,” and “VOICE LANG” to the language you understand (see page 39).
Page 24: Operating The Receiver In The Standard Word Mode
STOP PLAY Operating the receiver in the Standard Word mode In the System, 13 preset Operation Commands have been preset when shipped from the factory. When you speak these 13 preset words (in English), the receiver operates as you command the receiver to do so.
Page 25: Basic Procedure
STOP PLAY Basic Procedure ATT/STR* * ATT stands for “attenuator,” and STR stands for “store.” Voice remote Turn on the power. The display illuminates and the control panel comes out. Activate the Voice Recognition System. “SPEAK” starts flashing on the display after the voice navigation “Please speak now”...
Page 26: Operating The Receiver In The User Word Mode
STOP PLAY Adjust the volume. To drop the volume in a moment Press ATT (STR) while listening to any source. “ATT” starts flashing on the display, and the volume level will drop in a moment. To resume the previous volume level, press the button again. Operating the receiver in the User Word mode In the User Word mode, you can use 13 preset Operation Commands and 12 Access Commands.
Page 27 STOP PLAY Registering procedure EXAMPLE: Storing your own voice “Turn off” into Operation Command number 01 5,11 Voice remote Press and hold SEL (Select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. (See page 44.) Select “VOICE WORD.”...
Page 28 STOP PLAY Select the preset voice command number (VOICE 01). Press STR (ATT) to make the System ready to record your voice. “SPEAK” starts flashing on the display after the voice navigation “Please speak now.” Speak the word(s) you want to record while “SPEAK” is flashing on the display.
Page 29 STOP PLAY Speak the same word(s) again while “REPEAT” is flashing on the display. (In this example, speak “Turn off.”) “CHECK” appears on the display while recording your voice. “OK” appears when recording is complete. “ ” on the display means that your own voice is recorded for this voice command.
Page 30: Presetting The Access Commands
STOP PLAY Presetting the Access Commands You can store the frequently-used operations into the Access Commands and register your voice to make the System execute the Access Commands. • You can store the following operations into the Access Commands; – Selecting the source (CD and External component). –...
Page 31 STOP PLAY Select the operation you want to store into the Access Command. (In this case, select “FM 89.5 MHz.”) If you want to memorize the sound mode at the same time Select the sound mode you want. (See page 19.) Note: Preset number cannot be stored but only its station frequency is stored in the user voice command.
Page 32 STOP PLAY Speak the same word(s) again while “REPEAT” is flashing on the display. (In this example, speak “Jazz 89.”) “CHECK” appears on the display while recording your voice, “OK” appears when recording is complete. Press and hold VOICE again to finish the recording.
Page 33 STOP PLAY Registering procedure (Continued for the second Access Command by following the previous one) EXAMPLE: Storing an operation of “selecting disc number 01 in the CD changer,” and registering word “Classics” as your Access Command to that operation into Access Command number 15. Voice remote Select the operation you want to store into the Access Command.
Page 34 STOP PLAY Speak the word(s) you want to record while “SPEAK” is flashing on the display. (In this example, speak “Classics.”) • If the System recognizes your word(s), “REPEAT” starts flashing on the display after the voice navigation “Please repeat.” •...
Page 35 STOP PLAY To operate the system in the User Word mode Make sure to set “VOICE WORD” to “USER” by following steps 1 to 4 on page 27. Then follow the procedure below. 1 Press VOICE to turn on the receiver. 2 Press VOICE again to activate the Voice Recognition System.
Page 36 STOP PLAY To change the Access Command contents You can change the following command contents: – Registered word(s) (ex: disc name, frequency name) – Registered word(s) and operation (ex: disc number 01 of the CD changer = disc number 03 of the CD changer, CD changer = FM 89.5 MHz) If you want to change an Access Command contents, follow the procedure below.
Page 37 STOP PLAY To erase the voice commands If you want to erase the Access Commands (VOICE 14 to VOICE 25) already stored, or if you want to erase the registered voice for the Operation Commands (VOICE 01 to VOICE 13), follow the procedure below.
Page 38: Other Convenient Functions For The Voice Recognition System
STOP PLAY Other convenient functions for the Voice Recognition System You can use the functions described on the next page for the Voice Recognition System. Basic Procedure Press and hold SEL (Select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. (See page 44.) Select the function you want to set or adjust —...
Page 39 STOP PLAY To select the voice navigation language — VOICE LANG When the voice control unit is connected to the receiver, you can select the language for the voice navigation in the voice command registration process. When this unit is shipped from the factory, “English”...
Page 40: Other Main Functions
OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS Setting the clock Press and hold SEL (Select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. (See page 44.) Set the hour. 1 Select “CLOCK HOUR” if not shown on the display. 2 Adjust the hour.
Page 41: Controlling The Volume Automatically (Audio Cruise)
Controlling the volume automatically (Audio Cruise) You can select the proper cruise mode for your car. This unit changes the volume level automatically (at 3 possible levels) based on the driving speed of your car by detecting the alternator’s generating frequency (Audio Cruise). If you want to use this mode, follow the procedure below.
Page 42 When this function is turned on (the CRUISE indicator lights up on the display), the proper volume level is automatically selected among the 3 possible levels according to the driving speed, and the selected level is shown on the display. When the driving speed increases.
Page 43: Changing The General Settings (Psm)
Changing the general settings (PSM) You can change the items listed on the next page by using the PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) control. Basic Procedure Press and hold SEL (Select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. Select the PSM item you want to adjust.
Page 44 Factory-preset Set. settings page – Select. Back Advance CLOCK HOUR Hour adjustment 1:00 Back Advance CLOCK MINUTE Minute adjustment SCM LINK Sound control SCM LINK ON SCM LINK OFF SCM LINK ON memory linkage CLK DISP ON CLK DISP OFF CLK DISP ON CLOCK DISP Clock display...
Page 45 To cancel Advanced SCM — SCM LINK You can cancel the Advanced SCM (Sound Control Memory), and unlink the sound modes and the playback sources When shipped from the factory, a different sound mode can be stored in memory for each source so that you can change the sound modes simply by changing the sources.
Page 46 To turn on/off the power amplifier switch — P. AMP SWITCH You can switch off the built-in amplifier and send the audio signals only to the external amplifier(s) to get clear sounds and to prevent internal heat buildup inside this unit. When shipped from the factory, the power amplifier switch is turned on so that the built-in amplifier works.
Page 47 To change the AM/FM channel intervals — AREA CHANGE When this unit is shipped from the factory, the channel intervals are set to 10 kHz for AM and 200 kHz for FM (AREA US settings). You will have to change the channel intervals when using this unit in an area other than North America and South America.
Page 48: Assigning Names To The Sources
Assigning names to the sources You can assign names to station frequencies, CDs and the external component connected to the LINE IN plugs. After assigning a name, it will appear on the display when you select the source. Sources Maximum number of the characters Station frequencies up to 12 characters (up to 30 station frequencies including both FM and AM)
Page 49 Select the character set you want while “ ” is flashing. Each time you press the button, the character set changes as follows: Small letter ( Capital letter ( Numbers and symbols ( Select a character. About the available characters, see page 50. Move the cursor to the next (or previous) character position.
Page 50 Available characters Capital letters space Small letters space Numbers and symbols ” & ’ – < > space Notes: • When you try to assign a name to the 41st disc, “NAME FULL” appears on the display. (In this case, delete unwanted names before assignment.) •...
Page 51: Remote Operations
REMOTE OPERATIONS Remote sensor Before using the remote controller: • Aim the remote controller directly at the remote sensor on the main unit. Make sure there is no obstacle in between. • Do not expose the remote sensor to strong light (direct sunlight or artificial lighting).
Page 52: Using The Remote Controller
Using the remote controller 1 • Turns on the unit if pressed briefly. • Turns off the unit if pressed and held until “SEE YOU” appears on the display. • Drops the volume level for a moment if pressed briefly. Press again to resume the volume.
Page 53: External Component Operations
EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS Playing an external component When connecting an external component such as a VCR (KZ-V10) to the LINE IN plugs on the rear, you can select the component as the sound source. You can also connect the TV to this unit. Select the external component.
Page 54: Cd Changer Operations
We recommend that you use one of the CH-X series (ex: CH-X1200) with your unit. If you have another CD automatic changer, consult your JVC car audio dealer for connections. • For example, if your CD automatic changer is one of the KD-MK series, you need a cord (KS-U15K) for connecting it to this unit.
Page 55 Ex. When disc number 3 is selected Track number Disc number To show the CD Text information This is possible only when connecting a JVC CD automatic changer equipped with CD Text reading capability. See “Playing a CD Text” on page 16.
Page 56: Selecting Cd Playback Modes
Selecting CD playback modes MODE To play back tracks at random (Random Play) 1 Press MODE while playing a CD. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons can work as different function buttons. 2 Press RND (Random), while “MODE” is still on the display, so that the RND indicator lights up on the display.
Page 57 To play back only intros (Intro Scan) 1 Press MODE while playing a CD. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons can work as different function buttons. 2 Press INT (Intro), while “MODE” is still on the display. Each time you press the button, CD intro scan mode changes as follows: INTRO 1 INTRO 2...
Page 58: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Handling CDs COMPACT This unit has been designed only to reproduce the CDs bearing the marks. DIGITAL AUDIO Other discs cannot be played back. How to handle CDs When removing a CD from its case, press down the center holder of the case and Center holder lift the CD out, holding it by the edges.
Page 59: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service centre. Symptoms Causes Remedies • CD cannot be played back. CD is inserted upside down. Insert the CD correctly. • CD sound is sometimes You are driving on rough roads.
Page 60 Symptoms Causes Remedies • Your voice commands (either Microphone is not connected. Connect it correctly. Operation or Access Commands) do not operate Voice control unit is not Connect it correctly. the receiver. connected. Your voice does not reach the Attach the microphone to the microphone.
Page 61: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS CD PLAYER SECTION AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Type: Compact disc player Maximum Power Output: Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical Front: 45 W per channel pickup (semiconductor laser) Rear: 45 W per channel Number of channels: 2 channels (stereo) Continuous Power Output (RMS): Front: 17 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 20,000 Hz Dynamic Range: 96 dB...
Page 62 Having TROUBLE with operation? Please reset your unit Refer to page of How to Reset Still having trouble?? USA ONLY Call 1-800-252-5722 http://www.jvcservice.com We can help you! VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED EN, SP, FR 0300MNMMDWJEIN...
Page 63: In-Dash Mounting
If you have any questions or require information regarding acerca de las herramientas para instalación, consulte con su besoin d’information sur des kits d’installation, consulter votre installation kits, consult your JVC car audio dealer or a company concesionario de JVC de equipos de audio para automóviles o revendeur d’autoradios...
Page 64 • When using the optional stay • When installing the unit without using the sleeve • Cuando emplea un soporte opcional • Instalación de la unidad sin utilizar la cubierta • Lors de l'utilisation du hauban en option • Lors de l’installation de l’appareil sans utiliser de manchon In a Toyota for example, first remove the car radio and install the unit in its place.
Page 65: Localizacion De Averias
MIC INPUT CONTROLLER INPUT KD-LX50 After inserting the cords, tie them firmly using the tie band (supplied) to prevent them from being unplugged. Tras insertar los cables, átelos firmemente utilizando la abrazadera (suministrada) para evitar que se desenchufen. Après insérer les cordons, attachez-les solidement avec les bandes de fixation (fournies) pour éviter qu’ils se détachent.
Page 66: Electrical Connections
Esta unidad está diseñada para funcionar con 12 voltios de CC, continu de 12 volts à masse NEGATIVE . Si votre véhicule n’offre voltage inverter is required, which can be purchased at JVC car con sistemas eléctricos de masa NEGATIVA. Si su vehículo no pas ce type d’alimentation, il vous faut un convertisseur de tension,...
Page 67 • Antes de conectar el controlador de voz y/o el cambiador de CD, asegúrese de que el receptor esté apagado. Vous pouvez connecter le module de commande vocale et/ou un changeur de CD JVC à cette prise. • Pour leurs connexions, référez-vous aussi aux connexion de le module de commande vocale sur la page de dos de ce manuel.
Page 68 Conector en Y (no suministrado con esta unidad) Haut-parleur arrière Fil d’alimentation à distance Connecteur Y (non fourni avec cet appareil) INPUT JVC Amplifier Amplificador de JVC Blue with white stripe JVC Amplificateur Azul con rayas blancas To power antenna if any Bleu avec bande blanche A la antena motriz, si la hubiere Vers l’antenne automatique, s’il y en a une...

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