Listening to a USB device

You can operate the USB device in the same way you operate the files on a disc. (page 8)

This unit can play MP3/WMA files stored in a USB mass storage class device (such as a USB memory, Digital Audio Player, etc.).

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USB input terminal

] Turn on the power.

USB cable (not supplied)

All tracks will be played repeatedly until you change the source or disconnect the USB device.

Cautions:

Make sure all important data has been backed up.

You cannot connect a computer or portable HDD to the USB input terminal of the unit.

Avoid using the USB device if it might hinder your safety driving.

Electrostatic shock at connecting a USB device may cause abnormal playback of the device. In this case, disconnect the USB device then reset this unit and the USB device.

Do not leave a USB device in the car, expose to direct sunlight, or high temperature to avoid deformation or cause damages to the device.

This unit may not play back files in a USB device properly when using a USB extension cord.

USB devices equipped with special functions such as data security functions cannot be used with the unit.

When connecting a USB cable, use the USB 2.0 cable.

Do not use a USB device with 2 or more partitions.

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.

This unit cannot recognize a USB device whose rating is other than 5 V and exceeds 500 mA.

Do not pull out and attach the USB device repeatedly while “READING” is shown on the display.

This unit may not recognize a memory card inserted into the USB card reader.

Connect only one USB device to the unit at a time. Do not use a USB hub.

Operation and power supply may not work as intended for some USB devices.

The maximum number of characters for:

–Folder names : 63 characters

–File names : 63 characters

–MP3 Tag : 60 characters

–WMA Tag : 60 characters

This unit can recognize a total of 65 025 files, 255 folders (255 files per folder including folder without unsupported files), and of 8 hierarchies.

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JVC KD-R422, KD-R521, KD-R421, KD-R45 manual Listening to a USB device

KD-R521, KD-R422, KD-R45, KD-R421 specifications

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