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JVC KD-R520

In-Dash Single DIN CD/MP3/WMA Receiver w/ Front USB, and Dual Front/Rear Aux

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Single DIN In-Dash Receiver • AM/FM, CD, MP3, WMA PlayBack • 50W x 4 Chan Max • 20W x 4 Chan RMS • Easy EQ 3-Band Equalizer • 2 Sets of 2.5V Preamp Outputs • Bluetooth Ready • Front USB • Front/Rear Auxiliary

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Product Highlights


Single DIN In-Dash Receiver • AM/FM, CD, MP3, WMA PlayBack • 50W x 4 Chan Max • 20W x 4 Chan RMS • Easy EQ 3-Band Equalizer • 2 Sets of 2.5V Preamp Outputs • Bluetooth Ready • Front USB • Front/Rear Auxiliary

Description


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All new 2011 JVC KD-R520 Receiver

Getting more from an entry level car stereo can sometimes seems like an impossible task. However, the JVC KD-R520 includes the features and system adjustments that you can expect from higher end units. The newest feature to the JVC line of single DIN car stereos is the integration of multiple 3.5mm auxiliary inputs. The KDR520 has a front 3.5mm aux input and a rear aux. The purpose of this is to keep the front auxiliary for portable devices like iPods, MP3 players, smartphones, and other audio players. The rear auxiliary is intended for the JVC KS-BTA100 Bluetooth adapter. Once plugged in and connected, the stereo instantly allows for hands-free talking via Bluetooth. If you don't want to add Bluetooth to the unit, then that rear auxiliary can be used as another source to input music from.

A Easy EQ 3-band equalizer is also built-in to the stereo and features 6 selectable tone curves. Each curve lets you adjust the sound of the music until you find the sound that fits your taste. Or you can adjust it yourself and save a user preset. On the back of the deck are two 2.5 volt preamp outputs that provide clean output to an amplifier when expanding the audio system. For a entry-level car stereo that is anything but basic, consider the JVC KD-R520 for your next car.

 
 
 

General Features:

  • In-dash AM/FM, CD, MP3, WMA player with Remote
  • Detachable face for security
  • Two line LCD text display
  • Wireless remote control included
  • Red Button display color
  • CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
  • Power Output:
    • Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
    • RMS: 20 watts x 4 channels
  • CD Text Display
  • MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

  • Playback of CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and WMA
  • AM/FM tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
  • High pass filter for advanced system tuning
  • Easy EQ 3-band parametric equalizer with 6 selectable tone curves (5 Preset, 1 User)
  • Loudness on/off function
  • Auto dimmer capabilities
  • 32 Step brightness control
  • Source volume adjust saves different volume levels for different sources
  • 2-Way iPod control allows iPod control from the iPod or the stereo

Expandability Options:

  • 2 Sets of 2.5V preamp outputs (front, rear/subwoofer switchable)
  • Bluetooth Ready: JVC KS-BTA100 required and sold separately
  • iPod/iPhone Ready: Standard iPod-to-USB cable (such as the Scosche IPUSB2) required and sold separately
  • Front-panel auxiliary input: 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.
  • Rear-panel auxiliary input: 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to Bluetooth KS-BTA100 add-on module, as well as portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.

Key Features And Comparison Chart

Display
3-Line
Full Dot LCD
2-Line
LCD
2-Line
LCD
2-Line
LCD
1-Line
LCD
2-Line
LCD
1-Line
LCD
2-Line
LCD
3-Line
Full Dot LCD
Variable Color Illumination
 
 
 
Pre-amp Outputs
3 Sets
(2.5 Volts)
2 Sets
(2.5 Volts)
2 Sets
(2.5 Volts)
2 Sets
(2.5 Volts)
1 Set
(2.5 Volts)
3 Sets
(2.5 Volts)
2 Sets
(2.5 Volts)
3 Sets
(2.5 Volts)
3 Sets
(2.5 Volts)
Media Playback
MP3
WMA
WAV
MP3
WMA
WAV
MP3
WMA
MP3
WMA
MP3
WMA
MP3
WMA
MP3
WMA
MP3
WMA
MP3
WMA
WAV
Digital-to-Analog
Converter
24-Bit
TI/Burr-Brown
24-Bit
TI/Burr-Brown
24-Bit
24-Bit
24-Bit
24-Bit
24-Bit
24-Bit
24-Bit
TI/Burr-Brown
Equalizer
3-Band
Parametric
3-Band
Parametric
3-Band
Parametric
3-Band
Parametric
3-Band
Parametric
3-Band
Parametric
3-Band
Parametric
3-Band
Parametric
3-Band
Parametric
AUX Input
(Mini-Jack)
FRONT
FRONT
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
USB Interface
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
FRONT
 
FRONT
 
FRONT
FRONT
REAR
USB Control for
iPod/iPhone
 
 
2-Way
iPod Control
 
 
iPhone Pandora
App Control
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
External Mode
for iPod/iPhone
 
 
iTunes Tagging
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AM/FM Tuner
HS-IVI
HS-IVI
HS-IVI
HS-IVI
HS-IVI
DIAS II
DIAS II
DIAS II
HS-IVI
Bluetooth Built-In
Requires
KS-BTA50
Requires
KS-BTA100
Requires
KS-BTA100
Requires
KS-BTA100
Requires
KS-BTA100
Requires
KS-BTA100
Requires
KS-BTA50
Satellite Radio Ready
 
 
 
 
 
 
HD Radio
Requires
KT-HD300
Requires
KT-HD300
 
 
 
Requires
KT-HD300

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Specifications & Details


In-Dash Receiver Specifications
Receiver Size
Single DIN
Anti-Theft Security
Detachable Faceplate
Wireless Remote
Yes
Peak Power Output
50 watts x 4 channel
RMS Power Output
20 watts x 4 channel
Preamp RCA Outputs
2 Sets (4-Channel)
Dedicated Subwoofer Preamp RCA Output
Yes
Preamp Voltage
2.5 volts
Built-In Equalizer
Easy EQ 3-band parametric equalizer with 6 selectable tone curves (5 Preset, 1 User)
Display Type
LCD Text Display
Expandability Features
Inputs
Auxiliary (Front)
Auxiliary (Rear)
Steering Wheel Control Compatible
No
Tuner
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
FM Presets
18
AM Presets
6
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

JVC

Model Number:

KD-R520

Weight:

3.50lbs

Internal SKU:

kdr520

Internal Product ID:

33389

Product and How-to Videos


  • JVC Bluetooth Stereo Control Receivers | CES 2014
  • How To Install a Car Stereo (Single & Double DIN) | Car Audio 101

Customer Ratings & Reviews


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5 star
77%
4 star
14%
3 star
7%
2 star
2%
1 star
0%



Durability
4.6
Value
4.8
Features
4.5
Design
4.7
Usability
4.4

Customer Reviews

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Good but not the best

I love the fact that the shipping was fast and that installing this was easy. I'm not so big on the fact that it doesn't have any preset buttons for the radio. It powers my stock speakers really really well, and my subs seem louder than before, the equalizer for this deck is awesome! It was kinda tricky to figure out at first though (didn't read the manual). I would recommend this product to anyone that is looking for a good head unit for cheap but still wants good sound.

By IRISH SMURF 300 on October 31, 2011

38 found this helpful


Great product for low price

This radio is the best one I have owned. It is easy to use and the USB feature is very convenient.

By Alex on December 23, 2011

37 found this helpful


fair

Purchased this product to play MP3 audio books.
Pro: Works well for the MP3 feature.
Con: Too many steps to select preset stations. Also, I don't care for the red light display.

By Paul on February 1, 2012

36 found this helpful


worked good

Like the 20 watts rms, most decks only put out 17 or less, seems to sound good, simple with a small amount of buttons on it. good for the price, would recommend. also like how the remote is simple, most other remotes i have had like 100 buttons on it, this one is very simple and actually easier to use than the deck buttons.

By Dylan on September 18, 2011

36 found this helpful


GOOD PRICE FOR THE ITEM

If you are looking for a cheap item, but with all the modern hook ups. This is it, but don't expect too much quality.

By NAVA on January 12, 2012

34 found this helpful


good product

This is a good product. I dont like how it does not have all of the features but it still works good for my moms minivan.

By Chris on January 4, 2012

32 found this helpful


Good Starter Deck

I installed this deck in my car and it powers my speakers well. I love the look and really enjoy the fact that i can plug my ipod in through usb and controll the music from my ipod. there are a few features that i still havent figured out but ill get them. the red on the deck looks really good and its nice that its not blue like most. i like the deck and would purchase it again.

By monte.nut on July 16, 2011

33 found this helpful


Great Unit for the price!

Easy to use, remote works great, its a great value for the price.

By Tyler on December 27, 2011

32 found this helpful


Worth every penny

This CD player was a great choice. The price was amazing and the product works great. USB port charges my iPhone while playing music, very useful.

By Steve on April 26, 2012

30 found this helpful


JKC Kd-R520

The product is a good product for the price, when its working. I have had 2 problems that seem to alternate, for some reason my deck cant retain its bass settings in the pro eq section, however i know im doing it correctly, because it retains its mid and treble settings in pro eq. And secondly, mine has had a faulty connection at the back of the deck, causing me to send it in for repairs.

However for the deck itself it has a decent rms and its simple to use, does not require a rocket scientist.

By Bobette on January 17, 2012

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