JVC KD-HDR50 30K Color-Illumination Single-DIN HD Radio CD Receiver with Remote Control USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhone
Product Description
JVC’s KD-HDR50 includes a built-in HD Radio tuner and features a front USB port designed for two-way iPod/iPhone control or flash memory drive connections – allowing full-speed digital audio transfer and iTunes Tagging allowing you to tag your favorite songs on HD Radio so you can purchase them from the iTunes music store. Your iPod stays charged so it’s ready to go after the drive, while song title and information is clearly displayed on the stereo’s screen. The Multi-Color Illumination feature allows selection from over 30,000 customizable faceplate illumination colors. The unit is compatible with MP3 and WMA format, and you can customize the sound to your taste with 3-band parametric iEQ . The MOS-FET power amp and 24-bit Resolution DAC offers an enhanced listening experience. Bluetooth Wireless Technology and Satellite Radio are also available with optional add-on devices.
The built-in HD Radio on JVC’s KD-HDR50 offers a multitude of programming in premium digital sound and an iTunes Tagging feature, which lets you “tag” songs playing on the radio, so you can purchase later from the iTunes store. The front USB port lets you easily play songs from iPod/iPhone and other USB devices, and the 2-way control for iPod/iPhone lets you operate directly from iPod/iPhone or on the headunit itself. Enjoy superior sound with a MOS-FET power amp and 24-bit DAC. And thanks to the Variable-Color Illumination, you can select from 30 existing colors or mix your own to give it the look you want. Other features include front AUX-IN and a 7-band parametric iEQ. Add Bluetooth(R) Wireless Technology, SAT Radio, or a CD Changer to take it to the next level.
 An easy-to-use HD Radio receiver with a bundle of modern features. Click to enlarge. |
 Front panel auxiliary input for external audio devices and USB for music streaming/iPod connection. |
 Control your iPod from the receiver or the device itself, and tag songs from HD radio for later iTunes purchase. |
 Includes full-featured wireless remote. Click to enlarge. |
Discover how good radio can sound
- HD Radio is a Digital technology that allows a radio station to transmit more information in the same radio wave, enabling higher quality sound and additional content. HD Radio technology makes AM Stations have FM Station-like sound quality, while FM Stations are broadcast with CD-like sound quality.
- Unlike typical FM or AM transmission, HD Radio has crystal clear reception with low noise and no audio distortion.
More content, more listening options with Multicasting
- Multicasting allows more channels to be accessed from your radio dial. HD Radio multicast channels can be listened to only by an HD Radio enabled stereo such as the KD-HDR50. These “Stations In Between the Stations” contain additional format options, music genre and talk radio options, and even experimental formats that have, until now, never been heard through other radio broadcast mediums.
- HD Radio broadcasting is completely free of charge–there are no monthly plans or subscription costs for this unique and exciting content.
- National coverage areas–HD Radio content is currently available in close to 200 major markets currently and rapidly expanding. For more information or to find HD Radio stations near you, log on to mobile.jvc.com or www.hdradio.com.
iTunes Tagging
iTunes Tagging allows users to store or “tag” information about that song they are hearing on HD Radio and store it in their receiver. The tagged song information will transfer to their iPod/iPhone and be recalled in iTunes allowing them the option to purchase that song from the iTunes store. How it works:
- When you hear a song you like on the radio, press the “TAG” key to save the information on the headunit.
- Information is transferred to your iPod when you connect to the headunit.
- Information is transferred to iTunes when you sync your iPod to your computer.
- The song shows up on the “Tagged” playlist in iTunes.
- Click on the button to purchase the song from the iTunes Store.
- Enjoy the music!
Conventional Radio
Of course, sometimes you’ll want to tune into non-HD content, so you can also dial in standard AM/FM stations. Tune into your favorite stations instantly with 18 FM and 6 AM presets (all of which can be used for HD stations if you choose).
CDs and More
The KD-HDR50 also features a CD player, which will play your favorite CDs and CD-R/RWs.
What’s more, you can burn an MP3 or WMA disc and enjoy hours of audio complete with ID3 tagging for displaying track information.
USB Port
Stream MP3/WMA files from USB thumb drives and other devices via the included USB port.
iPod Connectivity
You can also operate your iPod via the USB port. Control your iPod/iPhone from either the player itself or from the receiver’s controls, while allowing song and artist information display, play, pause, skip, or back commands from either device.
Input and Output
Two pairs of preamp outputs are provided for system expansion if you want to add a little more power to the KD-HDR50′s onboard 50W x 4 amplifier.
A 3.5mm front panel auxiliary input is also included for use with iPods, MP3 players, or other external audio devices.
Room to Grow
The KD-HDR50′s is a great system, but there’s room to expand your options. Add JVC modules for Bluetooth, CD changers or SAT Radio to take your system to the next level.
Wireless Remote
A full-featured wireless remote is include for controlling receiver functions.
What’s in the Box
JVC KD-HDR50 Receiver, trim ring, sleeve, remote control, wiring harness, installation hardware, installation manual, instructions
Features:
- AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA, USB, iPod, HD Radio receiver
- 4 x 50 Watts maximum power with two pre-amp outputs
- Detachable face with white-on-black display
- Includes auxiliary input, USB port, iPod control; add JVC modules for SAT radio, CD Changer, Bluetooth
- One-year limited warranty
Price: Too low to display
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Had a reception problem that turned out to be due to a problem with my antenna adapter. Once I fixed it, reception was crystal clear. No complaints about the unit. I actually like the way they handle presets – contrary to many other reviewers.
After setting my 18 pre-set stations, I realized how difficult navigation is. To jump from one pre-set to the next, you have to click MENU, then turn the Volume wheel to scroll through the 18 pre-sets. Your pre-set stations are not presented in number (94.5) but are displayed by call letters (KTBZ-FM). I don’t know about you, but I know NONE of the call letters of the several stations I normally listen to. There is no option to change this to display the frequency number instead of the call letters. Clicking a button to use the scroll wheel to find stations by call letters is not convenient or quick. With other radios you can choose your pre-sets in a blink. With this radio, you have to take your eyes off the road for several minutes to try to figure out what staion your Volume wheel is displaying.
Also, the display is not legible during the daytime (when the sun is out).
This may be a feature-rich radio, but the features I need are not easily accessable which make this a poor design. I did not try out the other options. Instead, I am replacing the radio.
This product is very good. My speakers are, I guess, very low quality ones, so I still cannot have the full insight in the product. Still, the sound is very decent.
I haven’t tried the HD radio yet, but I can’t wait to hear how that sounds
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I have enjoyed the system since installing it in my car. I did quite a bit of research before purchasing the unit and am very satified with the results. Is easy to use and works great with an Ipod and the tagging feature is really cool. Some of the feedback details that ones preset radio stations can be a little difficult to scan through with the dial. I do not see this as cumbersome. If you use the remote to scran through FM preset stations it is quite easy. I use the remote for most general functions without an issue. Unless you are a car stereo enthusist this is a great system for just every day use that will provide great sound with a easy to use features (USB, Ipod, preset stations, tagging, hd radio, and don’t forget the fun colors you can create). I would recommend this system to anyone looking for an alternative to their factory system. And best of all you can’t beat the price. Lastly, it is really easy to install in yourself. I had never installed a car stereo in my life, but googled how to do it, there is a lot of how-to info online. Purchased the installation materials for less than $40 on Amazon. It tool less than 1.5hrs to install, and presto, looks like it was installed in the factory. You can save $100 dollars and DIY.
I wanted to replace the ancient receiver in my VW with something more modern. The two features I wanted were a USB that could control an iPhone, and HD Radio. This has both. The HD radio works reasonable, and tagging works great with my iPhone. The only odd thing is the head unit tends to struggle if I have my phone locked and hook it up.