JVC KD-G614/KD-G514 CD Receiver
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.
Important Safety Information
- CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
- CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
- CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
- REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED OUTSIDE THE UNIT.
Warning: If you need to operate the receiver while driving, be sure to look ahead carefully or you may be involved in a traffic accident.
How to Reset Your Unit
This will reset the microcomputer. Your preset adjustments will also be erased.
How to Forcibly Eject a Disc
If a disc cannot be recognized by the receiver or cannot be ejected, eject the disc as follows:
- Press the SOURCE button.
- Press and hold the SEL button until “PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear alternately on the display.
Note: If this does not work, reset your receiver. Be careful not to drop the disc when it ejects.
Contents
- How to reset your unit
- How to forcibly eject a disc
- How to read this manual
- How to use the M MODE button
- Control panel - KD-G614/KD-G514
- Parts identification
- Remote controller - RM-RK50
- Main elements and features
- Getting started
- Basic operations
- Canceling the display demonstrations
- Setting the clock
- Radio operations
- Listening to the radio
- Storing stations in memory
- Listening to a preset station
- Disc operations
- Playing a disc in the receiver
- Playing discs in the CD changer
- Other main functions
- Changing the display information
- Selecting the playback modes
- Sound adjustments
- Selecting preset sound modes (C-EQ: custom equalizer)
- Adjusting the sound
- General settings — PSM
- Basic procedure
- Indications
- Other main functions (only for KD-G614)
- Assigning titles to the sources
- Detaching the control panel
- Attaching the control panel
- External component operations
- Playing an external component
- Maintenance
- How to clean the connectors
- To keep discs clean
- To play new discs
- How to handle discs
- More about this receiver
- Basic operations
- Turning on the power
- Turning off the power
- Selecting the sources
- Tuner operations
- Storing stations in memory
- Disc operations
- Caution for DualDisc playback
- General
- Playing a disc
- Playing a CD-R or CD-RW
- Playing an MP3/WMA disc
- Changing the source
- Ejecting a disc
- General settings-PSM
- Other main functions (only for KD-G614)
- Troubleshooting
- Specifications
How to Read This Manual
The following methods are used to make the explanations simple and easy-to-understand:
- Some related tips and notes are explained in "More about this receiver" (see pages 26 and 27).
- Button operations are mainly explained with the illustrations.
How to Use the M MODE Button
If you press M MODE, the receiver goes into functions mode, then the number buttons and $\boldsymbol{\Delta}/\boldsymbol{\nabla}$ buttons work as different function buttons.
Ex.: When number button 2 works as MO (monaural) button.
To use these buttons for original functions again after pressing M MODE, wait for 5 seconds without pressing any of these buttons until the functions mode is cleared. Pressing M MODE again also clears the functions mode.
Caution on volume setting: Discs produce very little noise compared with other sources. Lower the volume before playing a disc to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of the output level.
Control Panel - KD-G614/KD-G514
Parts Identification
Display window:
- 20 Disc information indicators—TAG (ID3 Tag), (folder), ♬ (track/file)
- 21 Main display
- 22 Source display
- 23 Volume level indicator
- 24 EQ (equalizer) indicator, Sound mode (C-EQ: custom equalizer) indicators—ROCK, CLASSIC, POPS, HIP HOP, JAZZ, USER. Also works as the time countdown indicator and level meter during play (see page 20).
- 25 Disc type indicators—WMA, MP3
- 26 Tuner reception indicators—ST (stereo), MO (monaural)
- 27 Playback source indicators—CH: Lights up only when CD-CH is selected as the playback source. DISC: Lights up for the built-in CD player.
- 28 Playback mode / item indicators—RND (random), (disc), (folder), RPT (repeat)
- 29 LOUD (loudness) indicator
- 30 Tr (track) indicator
Buttons:
- 1 $\boldsymbol{\Delta}$ (up) / $\boldsymbol{\nabla}$ (down) buttons
- 2 EQ (equalizer) button
- 3 D DISP (display) button
- 4 S SEL (select) button
- 5 • Control dial
• $\boldsymbol{\Phi}/\boldsymbol{1}$ ATT (standby/on attenuator) button - 6 Display window
- 7 Remote sensor: DO NOT expose the remote sensor to strong light (direct sunlight or artificial lighting).
- 8 $\boldsymbol{\bullet}$ (eject) button
- 9 $\boldsymbol{\leftarrow}/\boldsymbol{\rightarrow}$ buttons
- 10 (control panel release) button
- 11 SOURCE button
- 12 BAND button
- 13 Number buttons
- 14 MO (monaural) button
- 15 SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory) button
- 16 RPT (repeat) button
- 17 RND (random) button
- 18 M MODE button
- 19 AUX (auxiliary) input jack: Only for KD-G614. NOT compatible with digital signals.
Remote Controller - RM-RK50
Installing the Lithium Coin Battery (CR2025)
Warning: Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach to avoid risk of accident. To prevent the battery from over-heating, cracking, or starting a fire: Do not recharge, short, disassemble, or heat the battery or dispose of it in a fire. Do not leave the battery with other metallic materials. Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar tools. Wrap the battery with tape and insulate when throwing away or saving it.
Main Elements and Features
- 1 $\boldsymbol{\Phi}/\boldsymbol{1}$ ATT (standby/on/attenuator) button: Turns on and off the power and also attenuates the sound.
- 2 $\boldsymbol{\Delta}$ U (up) / $\boldsymbol{\nabla}$ D (down) buttons: U: Changes the FM/AM bands. D▼: Changes the preset stations. Changes the folder of the MP3/WMA discs. While playing an MP3 disc on an MP3-compatible CD changer: Changes the disc if pressed briefly. Changes the folder if pressed and held.
- 3 VOL- / VOL + buttons: Adjusts the volume level.
- 4 SOUND button: Selects the sound mode (C-EQ: custom equalizer).
- 5 SOURCE button: Selects the source.
- 6 $\boldsymbol{\leftarrow}$ (reverse) / $\boldsymbol{\rightarrow}$ (forward) buttons: Searches for stations if pressed briefly. Fast-forwards or reverses the track if pressed and held. Changes the tracks of the disc.
Getting Started
Basic Operations
- Power On/Off and Attenuator: Press the $\boldsymbol{\Phi}/\boldsymbol{1}$ ATT button.
- Select Source: Press the SOURCE button to cycle through FM1/FM2/FM3/AM, CD, AUX IN* (KD-G614 only), CD-CH (or EXT IN). You cannot select some sources if they are not ready.
- FM/AM Tuner: Press the BAND button to switch between FM1, FM2, FM3, and AM bands.
- Adjust Volume: Turn the control dial. The volume level appears on the display.
- Adjust Sound: See pages 18 and 19.
- Mute Volume (ATT): Press the $\boldsymbol{\Phi}/\boldsymbol{1}$ ATT button briefly. Press it again to restore the sound.
- Turn Off Power: Press and hold the $\boldsymbol{\Phi}/\boldsymbol{1}$ ATT button until the unit turns off.
Canceling the Display Demonstrations
If no operations are done for about 20 seconds, display demonstration starts. [Initial: DEMO ON]—see page 20.
- Press and hold the S SEL button.
- The display will show DEMO ON/OFF.
- Press the control dial (+) or (-) to select DEMO OFF.
- Press the S SEL button to finish.
To activate the display demonstration: In step 3, select DEMO ON.
Setting the Clock
- Press and hold the S SEL button.
- Set the hour and minute: Select "CLOCK H" (hour), then adjust the hour. Select "CLOCK M" (minute), then adjust the minute.
- Press the S SEL button to finish.
To check the current clock time when the power is turned off: Press the D DISP button.
Radio Operations
Listening to the Radio
- Press the SOURCE button until FM1/FM2/FM3/AM appears.
- Press the BAND button to select the desired band (FM1-FM3 or AM).
- To tune in to a station manually: Press and hold the $\boldsymbol{\leftarrow}$ or $\boldsymbol{\rightarrow}$ buttons on the unit or remote. The unit will search for stations. When a station is received, searching stops. To stop searching, press the same button again.
- Select the desired station frequencies: Use the $\boldsymbol{\leftarrow}$ or $\boldsymbol{\rightarrow}$ buttons.
ST indicator lights up when receiving an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength.
When an FM Stereo Broadcast is Hard to Receive
Press the M MODE button. Then press the MO button (button 8). The MO indicator lights up when monaural mode is activated. Reception improves, but stereo effect will be lost. To restore the stereo effect, repeat the same procedure. "MONO OFF" appears and the MO indicator goes off.
Storing Stations in Memory
You can preset six stations for each band.
FM Station Automatic Presetting - SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory)
- Press the SOURCE button until FM1/FM2/FM3/AM appears.
- Select the FM band (FM1 – FM3) you want to store into by pressing the BAND button.
- Press and hold the M MODE button.
- Press the SSM button (button 9). "SSM" flashes, then disappears when automatic presetting is over. Local FM stations with the strongest signals are searched and stored automatically in the FM band.
Manual Presetting
Ex.: Storing FM station of 92.5 MHz into the preset number 4 of the FM1 band.
- Press the SOURCE button until FM1/FM2/FM3/AM appears.
- Press the BAND button to select the FM band.
- Use the $\boldsymbol{\leftarrow}$ or $\boldsymbol{\rightarrow}$ buttons to tune to the desired frequency (92.5 MHz).
- Press and hold the number button 4. The preset number flashes for a while.
To check the current clock time while listening to an FM or AM station: Press the D DISP button.
Disc Operations
Playing a Disc in the Receiver
All tracks will be played repeatedly until you change the source or eject the disc.
About MP3 and WMA discs: MP3 and WMA (Windows Media® Audio) "tracks" are recorded in "folders."
When inserting an MP3 or a WMA disc: The display shows the total folder number and total track number. Disc information appears automatically (see page 16).
When inserting an audio CD or a CD Text disc: The display shows the total playing time and total track number. CD Text: Disc title/performer, Track title appears automatically (see page 16).
Clock*2: Elapsed playing time appears for a while if the current disc is an audio CD.
Selected folder number
*1 Either the MP3 or WMA indicator lights up depending on the detected file.
*2 Elapsed playing time appears for a while if the current disc is an audio CD.
To stop play and eject the disc: Use the eject button.
Playing Discs in the CD Changer
All tracks of the inserted discs in the magazine will be played repeatedly until you change the source or eject the magazine from the CD changer.
About the CD Changer: It is recommended to use the JVC MP3-compatible CD changer with your receiver. You can also connect other CH-X series CD changers (except CH-X99 and CH-X100). However, they are not compatible with MP3 discs, so you cannot play back MP3 discs. You cannot use the KD-MK series CD changers with this receiver. Disc text information recorded in the CD Text can be displayed when a JVC CD Text compatible CD changer is connected. Refer also to the Instructions supplied with your CD changer. You cannot control and play any WMA disc in the CD changer.
- Press the SOURCE button until CD-CH appears.
- Select a disc: For disc number from 01 – 06, press the corresponding number button. For disc number from 07 – 12, press and hold the corresponding number button.
Other Main Functions
To locate a particular track (for CD) or folder (for MP3 or WMA discs) directly:
- To select a number from 01 – 06: Press the corresponding number button.
- To select a number from 07 – 12: Press and hold the corresponding number button.
Track 10 → 20 → 30: First time you press +10 or –10 button, the track skips to the nearest higher or lower track with a track number of multiple ten (ex. 10th, 20th, 30th). Then each time you press the button, you can skip 10 tracks. After the last track, the first track will be selected and vice versa.
To use folder search on MP3/WMA discs: Folders are assigned with 2-digit numbers at the beginning of their folder names—01, 02, 03, and so on.
To select a particular track in a folder (for MP3 or WMA disc) after selecting a folder: Use the $\boldsymbol{\leftarrow}$ or $\boldsymbol{\rightarrow}$ buttons.
Prohibiting disc ejection: You can lock a disc in the loading slot. Press SOURCE + $\boldsymbol{\Phi}/\boldsymbol{1}$ ATT and hold. To cancel the prohibition, repeat the same procedure.
Skipping a track quickly during play: For MP3 or WMA disc, you can skip a track within the same folder. Ex.: To select track 32 while playing track 6, press M MODE, then press button 6.
Changing the Display Information
Press the D DISP button to cycle through display options.
While playing an audio CD or a CD Text: Clock and Current track number ↔ Disc title / performer*1 ↔ Elapsed playing time and Current track number (♬ lights up on the display).
*1 For KD-G614: If no title is assigned to an audio CD, “NO NAME” appears. To assign a title to an audio CD, see page 22. For KD-G514: “NO NAME” appears.
While playing an MP3 or WMA disc:
- When “TAG DISP” is set to “TAG ON” (see page 21): Album name / performer (folder name*2) (TAG lights up on the display) ↔ Clock and Current file number ↔ Elapsed playing time and Current file number ↔ Track title (file name*2) (TAG ♬ lights up on the display).
- When “TAG DISP” is set to “TAG OFF”: Clock and Current file number ↔ Elapsed playing time and Current file number ↔ Folder name (lights up on the display) ↔ File name (♬ lights up on the display).
*2 If an MP3/WMA file does not have ID3 tags, folder name and file name appear. In this case, the TAG indicator will not light up.
Selecting the Playback Modes
You can use only one of the following playback modes at a time.
Repeat Play:
- TRK RPT: The current track. RPT lights up.
- FLDR RPT*1: All tracks of the current folder. and RPT light up.
- DISC RPT*2: All tracks of the current disc. and RPT light up.
- RPT OFF: Cancels.
Random Play:
- FLDR RND*1: All tracks of the current folder, then tracks of the next folder and so on. RND and light up.
- DISC RND: All tracks of the current disc. RND and light up.
- MAG RND*2: All tracks of the inserted discs. RND lights up.
- RND OFF: Cancels.
*1 Only while playing an MP3 or WMA disc.
*2 Only while playing discs in the CD changer.
Sound Adjustments
Selecting Preset Sound Modes (C-EQ: custom equalizer)
You can select a preset sound mode suitable to the music genre.
Indication | For: | Preset values
USER | (Flat sound) | BAS: 00, TRE: 00, LOUD: OFF
ROCK | Rock or disco music | BAS: +03, TRE: +01, LOUD: ON
CLASSIC | Classical music | BAS: +01, TRE: -02, LOUD: OFF
POPS | Light music | BAS: +04, TRE: +01, LOUD: OFF
HIP HOP | Funk or rap music | BAS: +02, TRE: 00, LOUD: ON
JAZZ | Jazz music | BAS: +02, TRE: +03, LOUD: OFF
*1 BAS: Bass
*2 TRE: Treble
*3 LOUD: Loudness
Adjusting the Sound
You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference.
- BAS (bass): Adjust the bass. Range: -06 (min.) to +06 (max.)
- TRE (treble): Adjust the treble. Range: -06 (min.) to +06 (max.)
- FAD (fader): Adjust the front and rear speaker balance. Range: R06 (Rear only) to F06 (Front only). (Only for KD-G614)
- BAL (balance): Adjust the left and right speaker balance. Range: L06 (Left only) to R06 (Right only).
- LOUD (loudness): Boost low and high frequencies to produce a well-balanced sound at low volume level. Options: LOUD ON, LOUD OFF.
- SUB. W (subwoofer): Adjust the subwoofer output level. Range: 00 (min.) to 08 (max.). (Only for KD-G614, when a subwoofer is connected)
- VOL (volume): Adjust the volume. Range: 00 (min.) to 30 or 50 (max.).
*1 When you adjust the bass, treble, or loudness, the adjustment is stored for the currently selected sound mode (C-EQ), including "USER."
General Settings — PSM
Basic Procedure
You can change PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) items listed in the table.
- Press and hold the S SEL button.
- Select a PSM item using the $\boldsymbol{\leftarrow}/\boldsymbol{\rightarrow}$ buttons.
- Adjust the selected PSM item using the control dial.
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other PSM items if necessary.
- Press the S SEL button to finish.
Indications and Selectable Settings:
- DEMO (Display demonstration): DEMO ON (Initial): Display demonstration activated automatically after 20 seconds of inactivity. DEMO OFF: Cancels.
- CLOCK H (Hour adjustment): 1 – 12. [Initial: 1 (1:00)]
- CLOCK M (Minute adjustment): 00 – 59. [Initial: 00 (1:00)]
- LEVEL (Audio level meter): ON (Initial): Activates the audio level indicator. OFF: Cancels; sound mode indicator is shown.
- DIMMER: AUTO (Initial): Dims the display when headlights are on. ON: Activates dimmer. OFF: Cancels.
Other Main Functions (only for KD-G614)
Assigning Titles to the Sources
You can assign titles to station frequencies and CDs (both in this receiver and in the CD changer).
Sources | Maximum number of characters |
---|---|
FM/AM tuner | Up to 8 characters (up to 30 station frequencies including both FM and AM) |
CDs/CD-CH | Up to 32 characters (up to 30 discs) |
* You cannot assign a title to a CD Text or an MP3/WMA disc.
- Select the sources: For FM/AM tuner: Tune in to a station. For a CD in this receiver: Insert a CD. For CDs in the CD changer: Select "CD-CH," then select a disc number.
- Enter the title assignment mode: Press D DISP + S SEL and hold.
- Assign a title: Select a character using the control dial. Move to the next (or previous) character position using the $\boldsymbol{\leftarrow}/\boldsymbol{\rightarrow}$ buttons. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until you finish entering the title.
- Finish the procedure: Press the S SEL button.
To erase the entire title: In step 2, press D DISP + S SEL and hold.
Detaching the control panel
When detaching or attaching the control panel, be careful not to damage the connectors on the back of the control panel and on the panel holder. Before detaching the control panel, be sure to turn off the power.
Detaching the control panel:
- Pull the control panel out.
- Release the rear section.
- Fold the control panel and store it.
Attaching the control panel:
- Align the control panel with the receiver and slide it in.
- Push until it clicks into place.
External Component Operations
Playing an External Component
For KD-G614: You can connect an external component to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adapter KS-U57 (not supplied), and another to the AUX (auxiliary) input jack on the control panel.
For KD-G514: You can connect an external component to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adapter KS-U57 (not supplied).
For connection, see Installation/Connection Manual (separate volume).
- For KD-G614: Press the SOURCE button. Select AUX IN (for external component connected to AUX input jack) or EXT IN (for external component connected to CD changer jack via KS-U57). If "EXT IN" does not appear, see page 21 and select the external input (EXT IN).
- Turn on the connected component and start playing the source.
- Adjust the volume using the control dial.
- Adjust the sound as you want (See pages 18 and 19).
Maintenance
How to Clean the Connectors
Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened with alcohol, being careful not to damage the connectors.
To Keep Discs Clean
A dirty disc may not play correctly. If a disc becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth in a straight line from center to edge. Do not use any solvent (for example, conventional record cleaner, spray, thinner, benzine, etc.) to clean discs.
To Play New Discs
New discs may have some rough spots around the inner and outer edges. If such a disc is used, this receiver may reject the disc. To remove these rough spots, rub the edges with a pencil or ball-point pen, etc.
How to Handle Discs
When removing a disc from its case: Press down the center holder of the case and lift the disc out, holding it by the edges. Always hold the disc by the edges. Do not touch its recording surface.
When storing a disc into its case: Gently insert the disc around the center holder (with the printed surface facing up). Make sure to store discs into the cases after use.
Do not use the following discs: Warped disc, Sticker, Sticker residue, Disc, Stick-on label.
More About This Receiver
Basic Operations
Turning on the power: By pressing SOURCE on the receiver, you can also turn on the power.
Turning off the power: If you turn off the power while listening to a disc, disc play will start from where playback has been stopped previously, next time you turn on the power.
Selecting the sources: When no disc is loaded in the receiver, "CD" cannot be selected. Without connecting to the CD changer, "CD-CH" cannot be selected.
Tuner Operations
Storing Stations in Memory: During SSM search, all previously stored stations are erased and stations are stored newly. Received stations are preset in No. 1 (lowest frequency) to No. 6 (highest frequency). When SSM is over, the station stored in No. 1 will be automatically tuned in. When storing a station manually, a previously preset station is erased when a new station is stored in the same preset number.
Disc 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.
General: This receiver has been designed to reproduce CDs/CD Texts, and CD-Rs (Recordable)/CD-RWs (Rewritable) in audio CD (CD-DA), MP3 and WMA format. When a disc has been loaded, selecting “CD” for the playback source starts disc play.
Inserting a disc: When a disc is inserted upside down, “PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear alternately on the display. Press to eject the disc. Do not insert 8 cm discs (single CD) and unusual shape discs (heart, flower, etc.) into the loading slot.
Playing a disc: While fast-forwarding or reversing on an MP3 or WMA disc, you can only hear intermittent sounds.
Playing a CD-R or CD-RW: Use only "finalized" CD-Rs or CD-RWs. This receiver can play back only the files of the same type which is first detected if a disc includes both audio CD (CD-DA) files and MP3/WMA files. This receiver can play back multi-session discs; however, unclosed sessions will be skipped while playing. Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs may not play back on this receiver because of their disc characteristics, and for the following causes: Discs are dirty or scratched. Moisture condensation occurs on the lens inside the receiver. The pickup lens inside the receiver is dirty. CD-R/CD-RW on which the files are written with "Packet Write" method. There are improper recording conditions (missing data, etc.) or media conditions (stain, scratch, warp, etc.). CD-RWs may require a longer readout time since the reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than that of regular CDs. Do not use the following CD-Rs or CD-RWs: Discs with stickers, labels, or protective seal stuck to the surface. Discs on which labels can be directly printed by an ink jet printer. Using these discs under high temperatures or high humidities may cause malfunctions or damages to discs.
Playing an MP3/WMA disc: This receiver can play back MP3/WMA files with the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of the letter case-upper/lower). This receiver can show the names of albums, artists (performer), and ID3 Tag (Version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, or 2.4) for MP3 files and for WMA files. This receiver can display only one-byte characters. No other characters can be correctly displayed. This receiver can play back MP3/WMA files meeting the conditions below: Bit rate: 8 kbps – 320 kbps. Sampling frequency: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz (for MPEG-1); 24 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 16 kHz (for MPEG-2). Disc format: ISO 9660 Level 1/ Level 2, Romeo, Joliet, Windows long file name. The maximum number of characters for file/folder names vary among the disc format used (includes 4 extension characters—<.mp3> or <.wma>). ISO 9660 Level 1: up to 12 characters. ISO 9660 Level 2: up to 31 characters. Romeo*: up to 128 (72) characters. Joliet*: up to 64 (36) characters. Windows long file name*: up to 128 (72) characters. * The parenthetic figure is the maximum number of characters for file/folder names in case the total number of files and folders is 313 or more. This receiver can recognize the total of 512 files, of 200 folders, and of 8 hierarchies. This receiver can play back the files recorded in VBR (variable bit rate). The files recorded in VBR have a discrepancy in elapsed time display, and do not show the actual elapsed time. Especially, after performing the search function, this difference becomes noticeable. This receiver cannot play back the following files: MP3 files encoded with MP3i and MP3 PRO format. MP3 files encoded in an unappropriated format. MP3 files encoded with Layer 1/2. WMA files encoded with lossless, professional, and voice format. WMA files which are not based upon Windows Media® Audio. WMA files copy-protected with DRM. Files which have the data such as WAVE, ATRAC3, etc. The search function works but search speed is not constant.
Changing the source: If you change the source, playback also stops (without ejecting the disc). Next time you select “CD” for the playback source, disc play starts from where it has been stopped previously.
Ejecting a disc: If the ejected disc is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc is automatically inserted again into the loading slot to prevent it from dust. (Disc will not play this time.)
General settings-PSM: If you change the “AMP GAIN” setting from "HIGH PWR” to “LOW PWR” while the volume level is set higher than “VOL 30,” the receiver automatically changes the volume level to "VOL 30."
Other main functions (only for KD-G614): If you try to assign a title to a 31st disc or to the 31st station frequency, “NAMEFULL” flashes on the display. Delete unwanted titles before assignment. Titles assigned to discs in the CD changer can also be shown if you playback the disc from the receiver.
Troubleshooting
Symptoms | Causes | Remedies |
---|---|---|
General • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. | The volume level is set to the minimum level. Connections are incorrect. | Adjust it to the optimum level. Check the cords and connections. |
• The receiver does not work at all. | The built-in microcomputer may have functioned incorrectly due to noise, etc. | Reset the receiver (see page 2). |
FM/AM • SSM automatic presetting does not work. | Signals are too weak. | Store stations manually. |
• Static noise while listening to the radio. | The antenna is not connected firmly. | Connect the antenna firmly. |
Disc playback • Disc cannot be played back. | Disc is inserted upside down. CD-R/CD-RW is not finalized. | Insert the disc correctly. Insert a finalized CD-R/CD-RW. Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW with the component which you used for recording. |
• Tracks on the CD-R/CD-RW cannot be skipped. | Disc is locked. | Unlock the disc (see page 15). |
• Disc can be neither played back nor ejected. | The CD player may have functioned incorrectly. | Eject the disc forcibly (see page 2). |
• Disc sound is sometimes interrupted. | You are driving on rough roads. Disc is scratched. Connections are incorrect. | Stop playback while driving on rough roads. Change the disc. Check the cords and connections. |
• “NO DISC” appears on the display. | Disc is inserted incorrectly. | Insert the disc correctly. |
MP3/WMA playback • Disc cannot be played back. | No MP3/WMA tracks are recorded on the disc. MP3/WMA tracks do not have the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> in their file names. MP3/WMA tracks are not recorded in the format compliant with ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2, Romeo, or Joliet. | Change the disc. Add the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to their file names. Change the disc. (Record MP3/WMA tracks using a compliant application.) |
• Noise is generated. | The track played back is not an MP3/WMA file (although it has the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma>). | Skip to another track or change the disc. (Do not add the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to non-MP3 or WMA tracks.) |
• A longer readout time is required (“CHECK” keeps flashing on the display). | Readout time varies due to the complexity of the folder/file configuration. | Do not use too many hierarchies and folders. |
• Tracks cannot be played back as you have intended them to play. | Playback order is determined when the files are recorded. | |
• Elapsed playing time is not correct. | This sometimes occurs during play. This is caused by how the tracks are recorded on the disc. | |
• “NO FILES” appears on the display. | The current disc does not contain any MP3/WMA tracks. | Insert a disc that contains MP3/WMA tracks. |
• Correct characters are not displayed (e.g. album name). | This receiver can only display alphabets (capital: A – Z), numbers, and a limited number of symbols. | |
CD changer • “NO DISC” appears on the display. | No disc is in the magazine. | Insert disc into the magazine. |
• “NO MAG” appears on the display. | Disc is inserted upside down. | Insert disc correctly. |
• “RESET 8” appears on the display. | No magazine is loaded in the CD changer. | Insert the magazine. |
• "RESET 1" – "RESET 7" appears on the display. | This receiver is not connected to the CD changer correctly. | Connect this receiver and the CD changer correctly and press the reset button of the CD changer. |
• The CD changer does not work at all. | The built-in microcomputer may function incorrectly due to noise, etc. | Press the reset button of the CD changer. Reset the receiver (see page 2). |
Specifications
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION
- Maximum Power Output: Front: 50 W per channel, Rear: 50 W per channel
- Continuous Power Output (RMS): Front/Rear: 19 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.
- Load Impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowance)
- Tone Control Range: Bass: ±10 dB at 100 Hz, Treble: ±10 dB at 10 kHz
- Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB
- Line-Out Level/Impedance: 2.5 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
- Output Impedance: 1 ΚΩ
- Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance (KD-G614): 2.0 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
- Other Terminals: CD changer, SUBWOOFER (only for KD-G614)
TUNER SECTION
- Frequency Range: FM: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz, AM: 531 kHz to 1 602 kHz
- [FM Tuner] Usable Sensitivity: 11.3 dBf (1.0 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: 35 dB, Capture Ratio: 1.5 dB
- [AM Tuner] Sensitivity: 20 μV, Selectivity: 35 dB
CD PLAYER SECTION
- Type: Compact disc player
- Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical pickup (semiconductor laser)
- Number of Channels: 2 channels (stereo)
- Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 20 000 Hz
- Dynamic Range: 96 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 98 dB
- Wow and Flutter: Less than measurable limit
- MP3 Decoding Format: MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3, Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps
- WMA Decoding Format: Max. Bit Rate: 192 kbps
GENERAL
- Power Requirement: Operating Voltage: DC 14.4 V (11 V to 16 V allowance), Grounding System: Negative ground
- Allowable Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C
- Dimensions (W × H × D): Installation Size (approx.): 182 mm × 52 mm × 150 mm, Panel Size (approx.): 188 mm × 58 mm × 11 mm
- Mass (approx.): 1.5 kg (excluding accessories)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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