Page 2 - ENGLISH; IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS; How to reset your unit
2 ENGLISH IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS Precautions: 1.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT2. CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user-serviceable par ts inside. Leave all servicing to quali...
Page 3 - CONTENTS
ENGLISH 3 How to reset your unit .............................. 2 LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS ........... 4 Control panel ............................................ 4 Remote controller ..................................... 5 Preparing the remote controller ............... 6 BASIC OPERATIONS .............
Page 4 - LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS; Control panel; Display window
4 ENGLISH LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS Control panel Control panel 1 Display window 2 CD loading slot 3 ATT / (standby/on / attenuator) button 4 DISP (display) button 5 Auxiliary input jack 6 SEL (select) button 7 EQ LV (Equalizer/Level) button 8 + / – buttons 9 Reset button p MODE button q Cassette comp...
Page 5 - Remote controller
ENGLISH 5 1 Functions the same as the ATT / button on the main unit. 2 • Changes the band while listening to the radio. • Skips to the first file of the next director y if pressed while listening to an MP3 disc. • Changes the tape direction while listening to a tape. • Selects disc numbers in the in...
Page 6 - Preparing the remote controller; Installing the battery
6 ENGLISH Preparing the remote controller Before using the remote controller:• Aim the remote controller directly at the remote sensor on the main unit. Make sure there is noobstacle in between. • Do not expose the remote sensor to strong light (direct sunlight or artificial lighting). EX DIRECTORY ...
Page 7 - BASIC OPERATIONS; To drop the volume in a moment; To turn off the power
ENGLISH 7 BASIC OPERATIONS Note: When you use this unit for the firsttime, set the built-in clock correctly, seepage 29. 1 Turn on the power. “HELLO!” appears on the display. Note on One-Touch Operation: When you select a source in step 2 below, thepower automatically comes on. You do not haveto pre...
Page 8 - RADIO OPERATIONS; Listening to the radio; Start searching for a station.; Press and hold
8 ENGLISH RADIO OPERATIONS Listening to the radio You can use either automatic searching or manualsearching to tune in to a particular station. Searching for a station automatically:Auto search 1 Select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 orAM). Note: This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2, andFM3). You can...
Page 9 - Storing stations in memory; Automatic preset: SSM
9 ENGLISH Storing stations in memory You can use one of the following methods tostore broadcasting stations in memory.• Automatic preset: SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory) • Manual preset• Storing your favorite station into the EX button Automatic preset: SSM You can preset 6 local stations in ...
Page 10 - Tuning in to a preset station
10 ENGLISH Tuning in to a preset station You can easily tune in to a preset station.Remember that you must store stations first. Ifyou have not stored them yet, see page 9. 1 Select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, orAM) you want. 2 Select the number (1 – 6) for thepreset station you want. FM1 FM2 FM3 AM To...
Page 11 - Other convenient tuner functions; Scanning broadcast stations; Showing an assigned name; Select FM reception mode.
11 ENGLISH Other convenient tuner functions Scanning broadcast stations 1 Select “SCAN.” * When receiving an FM stereo broadcast. 2 Star t scanning. Each time a broadcast is tunedin, scanning stops for about 5seconds (tuned frequencynumber flashes on the display),and you can check whatprogram is now...
Page 12 - CD OPERATIONS; Playing a CD; Insert a disc into the loading slot.; To stop play and eject the CD
12 ENGLISH CD OPERATIONS Playing a CD 1 Insert a disc into the loading slot. The unit turns on,draws a CD andstarts playbackautomatically. \ Current track \ Total playing time ofthe inserted disc Total track number ofthe inserted disc Elapsed playing time Note on One-Touch Operation: When a CD is al...
Page 13 - To go to a particular track directly
13 ENGLISH Press ¢ briefly while playing a CD, to go ahead tothe beginning of the nexttrack. Each time you pressthe button consecutively, thebeginning of the next tracks islocated and played back. Press 4 briefly while playing a CD, to go back tothe beginning of the currenttrack. Each time you press...
Page 14 - Selecting CD playback modes
14 ENGLISH Selecting CD playback modes To play back tracks repeatedly(Repeat Play) You can play back the current track repeatedly. 1 Press MODE repeatedly until“REPEAT” appears. 2 Press SEL.Each time you press thebutton, CD repeat play modeturns on (“REPEAT ON”) andoff (“REPEAT OFF”)alternately. Whe...
Page 15 - Prohibiting CD ejection; Other convenient CD functions; Playing a CD Text
15 ENGLISH Prohibiting CD ejection You can prohibit the CD ejection and can “lock” aCD in the loading slot. While pressing CD/CH, pressand hold CD 0 for more than 2 seconds. “CD ” flashes on the display for a while, and the CD islocked and cannot be ejected. To cancel the prohibition and “unlock” th...
Page 16 - Compatible with ID3v1; MP3 INTRODUCTION
16 ENGLISH What is MP3? MP3 is an abbreviation of Motion Picture ExpertsGroup (or MPEG) Audio Layer 3*. MP3 is simplya file for mat with a data compression ratio of 1:10(128 Kbps**). That means, by using MP3 format,one CD-R or CD-RW can contain 10 times asmuch data volume as a regular CD can. * This...
Page 17 - MP3 directory/file configuration; MP3 playback/search order
17 ENGLISH : Root : Directories : MP3 files MP3 directory/file configuration Note: There is no limit on the number of the hierarchy levels (nesteddirectories). However, up to 8 hierarchy levels is recommended forstable operations. MP3 playback/search order • The numbers in circles below the MP3 file...
Page 18 - Playing an MP3 disc; MP3 OPERATIONS
18 ENGLISH Refer also to “CD OPERATIONS” on pages 12 to15. Playing an MP3 disc 1 Insert an MP3 disc into the loadingslot. The unit turns on, drawsan MP3 disc and star tsplayback automatically. Playback star ts automatically from the first file ofthe first director y once file check is completed.Then...
Page 19 - To stop play and eject the disc; To fast-forward or reverse the file
19 ENGLISH To change the display information While playing back an MP3 file,you can change the fileinfor mation shown on the display.Each time you press DISP(display), the display changes toshow the following: • When “TAG ON” is selected (initial setting:see page 32) * If an MP3 file does not hav e ...
Page 20 - To skip 10 files
20 ENGLISH To go to a particular directory directly IMPORTANT: To directly select the directories using thenumber button(s), it is required that directoriesare assigned 2 digit numbers at the beginningof their directory names. (This can only bedone during the recording of CD-Rs or CD-RWs.)Ex.: If di...
Page 21 - Selecting MP3 playback modes; To play back tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play)
21 ENGLISH To play back tracks at random(Random Play) 1 Press MODE repeatedly until“RANDOM” appears. 2 Press SEL.Each time you press thebutton, random play modechanges as follows: Mode RND Plays at random Indicator RANDOM1 ON Lights All files of the currentdirectory, then the filesof the next direct...
Page 22 - TAPE OPERATIONS; Listening to a tape; Select the tape direction.
22 ENGLISH TAPE OPERATIONS Listening to a tape You can play back type 1 (normal) tapes. 1 Insert a cassette into the cassettecompartment. The unit turns on and tape play star tsautomatically.When one side of the tape reaches its endduring play, the other side of the tapeautomatically starts playing....
Page 23 - Finding the beginning of a tune; During playback
23 ENGLISH To stop play and eject the cassette Press TAPE 0 . Tape play stops and the cassette automaticallyejects from the cassette compar tment.If you change the source, the tape play also stops(without ejecting the cassette this time). • You can also eject the cassette by pressing TAPE 0 with the...
Page 24 - Skipping blank portions on the tape; Prohibiting tape ejection
24 ENGLISH Other convenient tapefunctions Skipping blank portions on the tape You can skip blank por tions between the tunes(Blank Skip). 1 Press MODE repeatedly until“B.SKIP” appears. 2 Press SEL.Each time you press thebutton, skip function modeturns on (“B.SKIP ON”) andoff (“B.SKIP OFF”) alternate...
Page 25 - SOUND ADJUSTMENTS; Reinforcing the bass sound; Adjusting the sound; Select the item you want to adjust.; FADER
ENGLISH 25 SOUND ADJUSTMENTS Reinforcing the bass sound You can also adjust the level of Super Bass. 1 Select “S.BASS.” 2 Adjust the level within the rang e of“00” to “08.” Adjusting the sound You can adjust the sound characteristics to yourpreference. 1 Select the item you want to adjust. Each time...
Page 26 - Selecting preset sound modes; Select the sound mode.
26 ENGLISH Selecting preset sound modes You can select a preset sound adjustmentsuitable to the music genre. 1 Select “EQ .” 2 Select the sound mode. The sound modechanges as follows: * Rhythm and Blues ** If you want to adjust and store your originalsound mode (USER), see “Storing your ownsound adj...
Page 27 - Adjust the selected sound element.; Indication; Store the adjustments.; LOW LEVEL
ENGLISH 27 3 Adjust the selected sound element. • Refer to the table below for adjusting theselected soundelement. Indication Range LOW FREQ. 50 Hz , 80 Hz , 120 Hz LOW LEVEL –06 (min.) — +06 (max.) MID FREQ. 700 Hz , 1 kHz , 2 kHz MID LEVEL –06 (min.) — +06 (max.) HIGH FREQ. 8 kHz , 12 kHz HIGH LEV...
Page 28 - LEVEL METER SETTING; Selecting level meter patterns; Level meter patterns
28 ENGLISH 3. SideWinder Level meter is displayed horizontally. 4. Full Size Level meter is displayed on the main display. 5. Spin Spin in the right meter. 6. Double Waves are displayed on both level meters. 7. HIGH WAY As if you were driving along a highway. 8. Dolphin A dolphin is swimming in the ...
Page 29 - OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS; To deactivate the demonstration mode; Setting the clock
ENGLISH 29 OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS About the demonstration mode(DEMO MODE) When shipped from the factory, “DEMO” is set to“DEMO ON” in this unit. The demonstration willstar t automatically if no sound comes in for 3minutes. (See page 31.) To deactivate the demonstration mode 1 Press and hold SEL (selec...
Page 30 - Basic Procedure; Adjust the PSM item selected.
30 ENGLISH Changing general settings (PSM) You can change the settings for this unit by usingthe PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) control. Basic Procedure • There is a time limit in doing the following procedure. If the setting is canceled before youfinish, star t from step 1 again. 1 Press and hold SEL...
Page 32 - Turning the tag display on or off – TAG DISP; Selecting the dimmer mode – DIMMER; Selecting the scroll mode – SCROLL
32 ENGLISH Notes: • If the current source is CD changer or external component, this setting does not appear. • For connecting the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 and the external component, refer to the Installation/Connection Manual (separate volume). Adjusting the auxiliary input level– AUX ADJ Adjust t...
Page 33 - Assigning names to the sources; Sources; To erase the input characters
ENGLISH 33 Assigning names to the sources You can assign names to station frequencies,CDs, and the external component connected tothe auxiliary (AUX) input jack.After assigning a name, it will appear on thedisplay when you select the source. Sources Maximum numberof the characters Station frequencie...
Page 34 - EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS; Select the external component.
34 ENGLISH EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS You can connect two external components to thisunit.Connect one to the auxiliary (AUX) input jack onthe control panel, and the other to the CDchanger jack on the rear. Preparations: • For connecting the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 and the external component, re...
Page 35 - CD CHANGER OPERATIONS; Playing CDs; To change the display information
ENGLISH 35 CD CHANGER OPERATIONS We recommend that you use one of the CH-Xser ies with your unit.If you have another CD automatic changer,consult your JVC car audio dealer forconnections. • For example, if your CD automatic changer is one of the KD-MK series, y ou need a cord (KS-U15K)for connecting...
Page 38 - Handling cassettes; ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
38 ENGLISH Handling cassettes The cassette deck built in this unit requires verylittle attention, but you will be able to extend thelife of the cassette deck if you follow theinstructions right column. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION To clean the heads • Clean the heads after every 10 hours of use using a we...
Page 39 - Ignition key-off release; Handling discs; How to handle discs; To keep discs clean
ENGLISH 39 The function below is also provided to ensurethe longer life of the cassette deck. Ignition key-off release When you tur n off the ignition key with acassette in the compar tment, the unitautomatically releases the tape from its head. Handling discs The CD player built in this unit has be...
Page 40 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Symptoms; Causes
40 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a servicecenter. Symptoms • Sound is sometimes interrupted. • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • This unit does not work at all. • SSM automatic preset does not work. • Stat...
Page 42 - Having TROUBLE with operation?; Refer to page of How to reset your unit
42 ENGLISH Symptoms • A cassette tape cannot be inserted. • Cassette tapes become hot. • Tape sound is at ver y low level and sound quality isdegraded. • “NO MAGAZINE” appears on the display. • “RESET 8” appears on the display. • “RESET 1 − RESET 7” appears on the display. • The CD changer does not ...
Page 43 - SPECIFICATIONS; AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION
ENGLISH 43 SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Front: 45 W per channel Rear: 45 W per channel Contin uous Power Output (RMS): Front: 17 W per channel into 4 Ω , 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no morethan 0.8% total harmonicdistor tion. Rear: 17 W per channel into 4 Ω , 40 Hz to 20 00...
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