• English indications are used for the purpose of explanation. You can AUX......................11 select the display language from the menu. (Page 6) JVC Remote Application ............... 11 • [XX] indicates the selected items. • (Page XX) indicates references are available on the stated page.
Before Use IMPORTANT • Depending on the types of cars, the antenna will automatically extend when you turn on the unit with the antenna control wire connected • To ensure proper use, please read through this manual before using this (page 34).
Basics Faceplate Attach KD-X482BT: Volume knob Display window* Detach Detach button KD-X282BT: How to reset Reset the unit within 5 seconds after detaching the faceplate. * Only for illustration purpose. On the faceplate Turn on the power Press B SRC. • Press and hold to turn off the power.
Getting Started Basics Remote control (RM-RK52) This unit can be remotely controlled with an optionally purchased remote control. Remote sensor (Do not expose to bright sunlight.) Acknowledge the crossover type and cancel the demonstration When you turn on the power for the first time (or [FACTORY RESET] is set to [YES], see page 6), the display shows: “2-WAY X’OVER”...
For details on how to update the firmware, visit To return to the previous setting item, press <https://www.jvc.net/cs/car/>. [FACTORY RESET] [YES]: Resets the settings to default (except the stored station). ; Set the basic settings [NO]: Cancels.
“M” flashes, then press repeatedly to search for a station [TUNER SETTING] manually. [RADIO TIMER] (For KD-X482BT) Turns on the radio at a specific time regardless of the current source. Settings in memory 1 [ONCE]/[DAILY]/[WEEKLY]/[OFF]: Select how often the timer will be You can store up to 18 stations for FM and 6 stations for AM/SW1/SW2.
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Radio • If the volume is adjusted during reception of traffic information, alarm or [SSM] [SSM 01–06]/[SSM 07–12]/[SSM 13–18]: Automatically presets up to news bulletin, the adjusted volume is memorized automatically. It will be 18 stations for FM. “SSM” stops flashing when the first 6 stations are stored. applied the next time traffic information, alarm or news bulletin is turned Select [SSM 07–12]/[SSM 13–18] to store the following 12 stations.
USB device Selectable source: The source changes to USB automatically and playback starts. • KD-X482BT: USB/iPod USB or iPod BT * Do not leave the cable inside the car when not in use. • KD-X282BT: USB For playable audio file, see “Playable files” on page 28.
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USB/iPod Alphabet search (applicable only for iPod USB source and iPod BT source) Select music drive You can search for a file according to the first character. While in USB source, press 5 MODE repeatedly. Press Stored songs in the following drive will be played back. Turn the volume knob to select a list, then press the knob.
JVC Remote Application You can listen to music from a portable audio player via the auxiliary input You can control the JVC car receiver from the following device using jack. JVC Remote application. • KD-X482BT: iPhone/iPod touch (via Bluetooth or via USB input terminal)
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Settings to use JVC Remote application [ANDROID Selects the Android device to use from the list. LIST] • For KD-X482BT: Displayed only when [ANDROID] of [SELECT] is set to [YES]. Press and hold [STATUS] Shows the status of the selected device.
Press B SRC to turn on the unit. work with this unit. Search and select the name of your receiver (“KD-X482BT”/ • Be sure to turn on the Bluetooth function of the device to make the “KD-X282BT”) on the Bluetooth device.
Connect the device to the unit manually. When there is an incoming call: • When the battery of the connected Bluetooth device runs low, “Device • KD-X482BT: Name” “LOW BATTERY” appears. The buttons will blink in the color you have selected in [RING COLOR].
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Bluetooth® The following operations may differ or be unavailable depending on the *1 This adjustment will not affect the volume of the other sources. connected phone. *2 Press and hold VOL + to continuously increase the volume to 15. *3 Operations may vary according to the connected Bluetooth device. On the faceplate On the remote control Improve the voice quality...
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• “NO HISTORY” appears if there is no recorded call history or call number. 2 Press the volume knob to call. [RING COLOR] (For KD-X482BT) [COLOR 01] to [COLOR 49] ([COLOR 08]): Selects the illumination color for [PHONEBOOK] (Applicable only if the phone supports PBAP.) the buttons as notification when there is an incoming call and during a call.
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Bluetooth mode settings phonebook, and etc.). ; [NO]: Cancels. Press and hold [INFORMATION] [MY BT NAME]: Displays the name of your receiver (“KD-X482BT”/ Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then “KD-X282BT”). ; press the knob. [MY ADDRESS]: Shows address of this unit.
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“PIN IS 0000” scrolls on the display. been deleted, and the unit exits check mode. Search and select the name of your receiver (“KD-X482BT”/ • To cancel, press and hold B SRC to turn off the power, then turn on the “KD-X282BT”) on the Bluetooth device within 3 minutes.
While in BT AUDIO source, you can connect to five Bluetooth audio devices and switch between these five devices. Listen to iPod/iPhone via Bluetooth (for KD-X482BT) Listen to the audio player via Bluetooth You can listen to the songs on the iPod/iPhone via Bluetooth on this unit.
Audio Settings [PRO EQ] Adjusts your own sound settings for each source. • The settings are stored to [USER] in [PRESET EQ]. • The settings made may affect the current settings of [EASY EQ]. [62.5HZ] [LEVEL –09] to [LEVEL +09] ([LEVEL +05]): Adjusts the level to memorize for each source. (Before making an adjustment, select the source you want to adjust.) [ON]: Turns on the extended bass.
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Audio Settings [SUBWOOFER [ON]: Turns on the subwoofer output. ; [OFF]: Cancels. [X ‘ OVER TYPE] Caution: Adjusts the volume before changing the [X ‘ OVER TYPE] to avoid SET]*3 the sudden increase or decrease of the output level. • Once you have changed the crossover type, the next time when you turn [FADER] (Not applicable when 3-way crossover is selected.) on the power, the display shows:...
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– [POSITION R02] is selected in [FADER] and selectable range is [POSITION R15] to [SUB.W/SUB.W] Front speakers L (left): Subwoofer output Subwoofer output [POSITION 00]. (Page 21) output R (right): (Mute) * Except for KD-X482BT. KD-X282BT: Audio signal through lineout terminal Setting on [SPK/PRE OUT] REAR/SW [REAR/REAR] Rear speakers output [REAR/SUB.W] (default) Subwoofer output...
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Audio Settings 2-way crossover setting items Crossover settings Below are the available setting items for 2-way crossover and 3-way [SPEAKER SIZE] crossover. [FRONT] [SIZE] [8CM]/[10CM]/[12CM]/[13CM]/[16CM]/ CAUTION [17CM]/[18CM]/[4×6]/[5×7]/[6×8]/[6×9]/ Select a crossover type according to how the speakers are connected. [7×10] (Page 34, 35) [TWEETER] [SMALL]/[MIDDLE]/[LARGE]/[NONE] (not If you select a wrong type:...
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Audio Settings Digital Time Alignment settings Determining the delay time automatically If you specify the distance from the currently set Digital Time Alignment sets the delay time of the speaker output to create a listening position to every speaker, the delay time more suitable environment for your vehicle.
Zone identification for brightness settings Press and hold Turn the volume knob to select an item (see the following table), then KD-X482BT: press the knob. Repeat step 2 until the desired item is selected/activated or follow the instructions stated on the selected item.
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Repeat step 2 and step 3 for all the primary colors. [NIGHT COLOR] • Your setting is stored to [USER] in [PRESET]. [COLOR] (for KD-X482BT) • [NIGHT COLOR] or [DAY COLOR] is changed by turning on or off your [PRESET] Selects illumination colors for the buttons on different zones separately.
Supplementary display*1 Clock display or Level meter KD-X482BT: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), AAC (.aac), AAC (.m4a), WAV (.wav), FLAC (.flac) KD-X282BT: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), WAV (.wav), FLAC (.flac) *1 Date will be replaced with battery and signal strength of the connected Bluetooth device if Playable file system: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 [FORMAT] is set to [BATT/SIGNAL].
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References KD-X282BT: Source name Display information: Main (Supplementary) FM/AM/SW1/SW2 For FM Radio Data System stations only: Main display Station name/Program type (Date) Station name/Program type (Date) with Music Synchronization Effect*2 Radio text (Date) Radio text+ (Radio text+) Song title (Artist) Song title Clock display (Date)
Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy Symptom Remedy Sound cannot be heard. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level. “UNSUPPORTED DEVICE” • Check whether the connected USB device is compatible • Check the cords and connections. appears. with this unit and ensure the file systems are in supported formats.
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Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy Symptom Remedy No Bluetooth device is • Search from the Bluetooth device again. The connected Bluetooth • Check whether the connected Bluetooth audio player detected. • Reset the unit. (Page 4) audio player cannot be supports Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP). controlled.
Installation/Connection Part list for installation This section is for the professional installer. For safety’s sake, leave wiring and mounting to professionals. Consult the car audio dealer. (A) Faceplate (×1) (B) Trim plate (×1) WARNING • The unit can only be used with a 12 V DC power supply, negative ground. •...
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Installation/Connection Installing the unit (in-dash mounting) Do the required wiring. (Page 34) Hook on the top side Orientate the trim Dashboard of plate as illustrated your car before fitting. Bend the appropriate tabs to hold the sleeve firmly in place. Installing the unit (without mounting sleeve) Removing 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 custom wiring harness specific for your car and leave this job to professionals for your safety. Consult your car audio dealer. Antenna terminal Vehicle Fuse (10 A) dashboard Microphone input jack (page 13) Factory wiring...
Output terminals 2-way crossover 3-way crossover KD-X482BT REAR: Rear output Tweeter output USB Standard KD-X482BT: USB 1.1, USB 2.0 (High speed) KD-X282BT: USB 1.1, USB 2.0 (Full speed) FRONT: Front output Mid Range output Compatible Devices Mass storage class Subwoofer output...
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SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT Article 4 Right pertaining to the Licensed Software Any and all copyrights and other rights pertaining to the Licensed Software and related documents The software embedded in the Product (hereinafter the "Licensed Software") provided by Licensor is shall belong to the Licensor or the original holder of the right who granted to the Licensor the license or copyrighted to or sublicensable by the Licensor, and this Agreement provides for the terms and conditions sublicense for the Licensed Software (hereinafter the "Original Rightholder"), and the User shall not be...
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Important Notice concerning the Software Article 9 Destruction of the Licensed Software If this Agreement is terminated pursuant to the provision of Article 8, the User shall destroy the Licensed -jansson Software, any related documents and copies thereof within two (2) weeks from such date of termination. Copyright (c) 2009-2012 Petri Lehtinen <petri@digip.org>...
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Copyright (c) 1995, 1996 Carnegie-Mellon University. All rights reserved. T-Kernel 2.0 Author: Chris G. Demetriou This product uses the source code of T-Kernel 2.0 under T-License 2.0 granted by T-Engine Forum (www.tron.org) Permission to use, copy, modify and distribute this software and its documentation is hereby granted, provided that both the copyright notice and this permission notice appear in all copies of the software, BSD-3-Clause derivative works or modified versions, and any portions thereof, and that both notices appear in supporting...
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