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- 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
Amazon.com Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description 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 … More >>
November 7, 2009 at 11:26 pm
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.
Rating: 3 / 5
November 8, 2009 at 1:38 am
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.
Rating: 1 / 5
November 8, 2009 at 3:09 am
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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Rating: 4 / 5
November 8, 2009 at 3:25 am
After reading several reviews and doing hours of research, I picked this receiver as a replacement for my Sony CD player. I wasn’t disappointed in this purchase. I was looking for HD radio and IPod connection, this unit has it all and for under $140.00 is a big plus. The only down side is no preset buttons for the radio, but it’s such a minor thing for what you get in the overall features and performance. You can still get to the presets through the menu or the arrow buttons. I’m getting a second for my other car.
Rating: 5 / 5
November 8, 2009 at 5:50 am
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.
Rating: 4 / 5