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JVC KD-HDR50 30K Color-Illumination Single-DIN HD Radio CD Receiver with Remote Control USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhone

JVC KD-HDR50 30K Color-Illumination Single-DIN HD Radio CD Receiver with Remote Control USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhoneBrand: JVC

List Price: $179.95
Buy New: $132.66
as of 3/11/2010 12:18 CST details
You Save: $47.29 (26%)

In Stock


Seller: mistermoney-hq
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 57 reviews

Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 9.7 x 10.7 x 4.5
Warranty: 1

MPN: KDHDR50
Model: KDHDR50
UPC: 046838036941
EAN: 0046838036941

Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

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

Editorial Reviews:

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 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:

  1. When you hear a song you like on the radio, press the "TAG" key to save the information on the headunit.
  2. Information is transferred to your iPod when you connect to the headunit.
  3. Information is transferred to iTunes when you sync your iPod to your computer.
  4. The song shows up on the "Tagged" playlist in iTunes.
  5. Click on the button to purchase the song from the iTunes Store.
  6. 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


Customer Reviews:
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2 out of 5 stars Barely OK   March 8, 2010
Dfcu (Northville, MI)
Do you want to do 3 things to change the station? This one is for you. Do you want balance or fade? This one is not for you. Do you want bass and treble control. Look elsewhere. Sounds OK but to hard to use and not enough control.


5 out of 5 stars Awesome Radio/Awesome Price   March 4, 2010
M. Savaglio (Los Angeles, CA, USA)
I've accuatly been shopping around for a new head unit for a long time (got tired of my stock GM am/fm only one). After much research I decided this was the best choice as far as price and features. Sure other head units out there might have higher output watts...etc...etc... but lets be honest, hardcore audio buffs would be using amps and nice speakers anyway.

Some of my favorite features of this head unit are the IPOD-USB direct connection, HD Radio with the ability to Store 16 preset stations, and the ability to choose the display color.

I hooked in my IPOD, grabbed the remote provided, and never had to reach for a radio dial/button again.

Some words of warning, be sure to check if your IPOD's Generation is supported by the USB. Also, when installing into my truck, I had purchase antenna adapter. Finally, due to GM's brillant plan to run all the warning chimes through the factory original radio, I had to purchase an additional GM Chime Retention Device.

You should try disconnecting the wiring harness from the back of your orginal radio first, then test if your warning chimes still work. This might save you some greef if your like me and tend to leave your keys in the ignition or your dome light on.



4 out of 5 stars great radio for the price   February 22, 2010
Joseph Watson
great radio, HD doesnt always work, but sounds great, love all the colors and all the presets


5 out of 5 stars What a Great Radio For The Price!   February 18, 2010
M. McDonough (Albany, NY)
Ok, so you could get nit-picky about things like this radio's awkward "buttonology" as I call it (how you have to change stations, change presets, etc.) but bottom line, this is an awesome HD Radio at this price point. It works flawlessly with my iPhone 3GS and sounds great when I'm streaming radio stations from all over the country into my truck.

Who needs satellite radio anyway???



5 out of 5 stars Fantastic radio once you get used to the navigation of it   February 7, 2010
mike
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

It's is true what many have said that this radio takes some getting used to.
But once you get used to it, I find it to be a fantastic radio.

Fortunately for me, I was replacing a JVC KD-HDR20, so all I had to do is remove the wire connector from the back of the HDR20, and plug it into this unit, and I was up and running (I also use the JVC Ipod connector as well).
So far so good.

I didn't notice the "tinny" sound that others have mentioned. Perhaps that's because mine is hooked up to a monsoon system (not sure).

I really do appreciate being able to change the illumination to a color similar to the other components on my dash board.

UPDATE: I guess you can actually use the ipod to search if you don't want to use the head unit for it. In the settings (when and ipod is plugged in), there is an option in the menu settings called "Ipod Switch"(I think). From there you have the option to select either the head unit, or the ipod itself (Ipod mode) to search for songs. There is a stipulation that states the Video file can not be searched. That may be for legal reasons.

This unit will also allow you to set the auxiliary input to be louder/quieter than the FM stations. In the event that your Aux device tends to be kind of quiet. Very nice feature in my opinion. I always hate having the turn the volume down when changing from one source to another because of one source being so much louder than another.

If you have a Zune, you'll also need to use the headphone jack, and this unit (like most) does not recognize the Zune through the USB.

So all in all, I thought the sound quality was great. The overall functionality is great. It simply takes some time and patience to get used to it.

For $120 I haven't seen any other radios that compare.



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