SPECIFICATIONS How to read this manual • Operations are explained mainly using buttons on the faceplate of KD-X252. • English indications are used for the purpose of explanation. You can select the display language from the menu. ( 5) • [XX] indicates the selected items.
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BASICS Faceplate Remote control (RM-RK52) Attach Remote sensor Volume knob Display window (Do not expose to bright sunlight.) Detach Pull out the insulation sheet when using for the first time. Detach button How to reset How to replace the battery Your preset adjustments will be erased except stored radio stations.
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SW2 SRC * ON: Enables SW2 in source selection. ; OFF: Disables. ( 5) Press and hold PANDORA SRC * (For KD-X252) Turn the volume knob to select [CLOCK], then press the knob. ON: Enables PANDORA in source selection. ; OFF: Disables. ( 9) To adjust the clock BUILT-IN AUX * ON: Enables AUX in source selection. ;...
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RADIO GETTING STARTED CLOCK TIME SYNC ON: The clock time is automatically set using the Clock Time (CT) data in FM Radio Data System signal. ; OFF: Cancels. CLOCK DISPLAY ON: The clock time is shown on the display even when the unit is turned off. ; OFF: Cancels. “STEREO”...
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RADIO Other settings IF BAND AUTO: Increases the tuner selectivity to reduce interference noises from adjacent FM stations. (Stereo effect may be lost.) ; WIDE: Subjects to Press and hold interference noises from adjacent FM stations, but sound quality will not be Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), degraded and the stereo effect will remain.
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(commercially available) When connecting an Android device, “Press [VIEW] to install JVC MUSIC PLAY APP” is shown. Follow the instructions to install the application. You can also install the latest version of JVC MUSIC PLAY application on your Android device before connecting. For more information, visit <http://www.jvc.net/cs/car/>.
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Turn the volume knob to select a file, then press the knob. While in ANDROID source, press repeatedly. AUTO MODE: Control Android device from this unit via JVC MUSIC PLAY Quick search (applicable only for USB and ANDROID source) application installed in the Android device.
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Pandora® (for KD-X252) (Applicable for Australia or New Zealand models only) Preparation: Create and store a new station Install the latest version of the Pandora application on your device (iPhone/iPod touch), then create an account and log in to Pandora.
AUDIO SETTINGS Use a portable audio player Connect a portable audio player (commercially available). 3.5 mm stereo mini plug with “L” shaped connector (commercially available) Select a preset equalizer directly Press repeatedly. (or) Portable audio player Auxiliary input jack Press , then turn the volume knob within 5 seconds. Select [ON] for [BUILT-IN AUX] in [SOURCE SELECT].
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AUDIO SETTINGS Default: XX AUDIO CONTROL EQ SETTING BASS BOOST LEVEL +01 to LEVEL +05 (LEVEL +01): Selects your preferred bass boost level. ; OFF: Cancels. PRESET EQ Select a preset equalizer suitable to the music genre. • Select [USER] to use the settings made in [EASY EQ] or [PRO EQ]. LOUDNESS LEVEL 01/LEVEL 02: Boosts low or high frequencies to produce a FLAT/DRVN 3/DRVN 2/DRVN 1/HARD ROCK/HIP HOP/JAZZ/POP/R&B/TALK/...
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Connection via lineout terminals – [POSITION R01] is selected in [FADER] and selectable range is For connections through an external amplifier. ( 19) [POSITION R06] to [POSITION 00]. ( 11) KD-X252 Audio signal through lineout terminal Setting on [SPK/PRE OUT] FRONT...
DISPLAY SETTINGS Zone identification for brightness setting BRIGHTNESS Set the brightness for day and night separately. 1 DAY/NIGHT: Select day or night. 2 Select a zone. (See the illustration on the left column.) 3 LEVEL 00 to LEVEL 31: Set the brightness level. TEXT SCROLL * SCROLL ONCE: Scrolls the display information once. ;...
AOA 2.0 as priority. For: – Latest firmware updates and latest compatible item list – Any other latest information About Pandora Visit <http://www.jvc.net/cs/car/>. • Pandora is only available in certain countries. For more information, visit <http://www.pandora.com/legal>. Playable files • Because Pandora is a third-party service, the specifications are subject to change without •...
TROUBLESHOOTING REFERENCES Change the display information Symptom Remedy Each time you press , the display information changes. Sound cannot be heard. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level. • If the information is unavailable or not recorded, “NO TEXT”, “NO NAME”, or other •...
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( 14) “UPGRADE APP” Make sure you have installed the latest version of the Cannot playback at • Make sure JVC MUSIC PLAY APP is installed on the Pandora application on your device. [AUTO MODE]. Android device. ( 7) • Reconnect the Android device and select the appropriate “CONNECT ERR”...
INSTALLATION/CONNECTION Part list for installation Warning • The unit can only be used with a 12 V DC power supply, negative ground. (A) Faceplate (B) Trim plate • Disconnect the battery’s negative terminal before wiring and mounting. • Do not connect Battery wire (yellow) and Ignition wire (red) to the car chassis or Ground wire (black) to prevent a short circuit.
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INSTALLATION/CONNECTION Installing the unit (in-dash mounting) Do the required wiring. Hook on the top side Orientate the trim plate as Dashboard of your car illustrated before fitting. Bend the appropriate tabs to hold the sleeve firmly in place. When installing without the mounting sleeve How to remove the unit 1 Remove the mounting sleeve and trim plate from the unit.
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INSTALLATION/CONNECTION Wiring connection IMPORTANT We recommend installing the unit with a commercially available JVC Amplifier * Output terminals custom wiring harness specific for your car and leave this job to professionals for your safety. Consult your car audio dealer. Signal cord (not supplied)
SPECIFICATIONS MP3 Decode Compliant with MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 Frequency Range 87.5 MHz — 108.0 MHz (50 kHz step) WMA Decode Compliant with Windows Media Audio Usable Sensitivity (S/N = 26 dB) 8.2 dBf (0.71 μV/75 Ω) WAV Decode Linear-PCM Quieting Sensitivity 17.2 dBf (2.0 μV/75 Ω) (DIN S/N = 46 dB) FLAC Decode FLAC files Frequency Response (±3 dB) 30 Hz —...
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SPECIFICATIONS • Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • “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.
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ข้ อ มู ล จํ า เพาะ • Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • “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.
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ﺗﻮﺿﻴﺤﺎﺕ • Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • “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.
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ﺍﻟﻤﻮﺍﺻﻔﺎﺕ • Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • “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.