JVC DLA FS-X3 User manual

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SP-FSX1 CA-FSX1 SP-FSX1
SP-FSX3 CA-FSX3 SP-FSX3
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No.
which are located either on the rear, bot-
tom or side of the cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1040-007A
[US]
FS-X1/FS-X3
Consists of CA-FSX1 and SP-FSX1
Consists of CA-FSX3 and SP-FSX3
CA-FSX1 SP-FSX1
CA-FSX3 SP-FSX3
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Caution –– STANDBY/ON button!
Disconnect the main plug to shut the power off completely.
The STANDBY/ON button in any position does not dis-
connect the main line. The power can be remote controlled.
When the unit is on standby, the STANDBY/ON indicator
lights red.
When the unit is turned on, the STANDBY/ON indicator
lights green.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS /
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
1.
Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock
failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
CAUTION
1.
Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
2.
Useofcontrolsadjustmentsorperformance of pro-
cedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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Caution: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate the apparatus as follows:
1 Front: No obstructions and open spacing.
2 Sides/ Top/ Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below.
3 Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height
of 10 cm or more.
CAUTION
About the Internal Cooling Fan
This unit includes an internal cooling fan, so as to allow for high-
power operation within a small space.
This fan comes on when the sound level is set high, and may also
come on even at low sound levels if the internal temperature rises.
To ensure effective fan operation, please leave at least 15cm
clearance between the rear of the unit and the wall, and at least
1cm clearance on each side of the unit.
CAUTION
1.
Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by
a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be
able to get out.)
2.
Do not place any naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on the apparatus.
3.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws govern-
ing the disposal of these batteries must be followed
strictly.
4.
Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the appa-
ratus.
Front view Side view
FS-X1 CA-FSX1
FS-X3
CA-FSX3
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact Component System.
We hope it will be a valued addition to your home, giving you years of enjoyment.
Be sure to read this instruction manual carefully before operating your new stereo system.
In it you will find all the information you need to set up and use the system.
If you have a query that is not answered by the manual, please contact your dealer.
Features
Here are some of the things that make your System both powerful and simple to use.
The controls and operations have been redesigned to make them very easy to use, freeing you to
just enjoy the music.
With JVC’s COMPU PLAY you can turn on the System and automatically start the Radio or
CD Player with a single touch.
The System incorporates AHB (Active Hyper Bass) PRO circuitry to faithfully reproduce low
frequency sound.
A 45-station preset capability (30 FM and 15 AM) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning.
CD options that include repeat, random and program play.
Timer functions; Daily Timer and Sleep Timer. The Daily Timer can select one of 10 melodies as a source, in addition to
CD, FM, AM and LINE.
You can connect various external units, such as an MD recorder.
The system can play CD-R and CD-RW after they have been finalized.
You can play back your original CD-R or CD-RW recorded in Music CD format. (However they may not be played back
depending on their characteristics or recording conditions.)
How This Manual Is Organized
Basic information that is the same for many different functions - e.g. setting the volume - is given in the section
‘Basic Operations’, and not repeated under each function.
The names of buttons/controls and display messages are written in all capital letters: e.g. FM/AM, “CD NO DISC”.
System functions are written with an initial capital letter only: e.g. Normal Play.
Use the table of contents to look up specific information you require.
We have enjoyed making this manual for you, and hope it serves you in enjoying the many features built into your System.
WARNINGS
DO NOT PUT ANYTHING ON THE CD DOOR. IF THE SYSTEM IS OPERATED WITH
SOMETHING PUT ON THE CD DOOR, IT WILL BE DAMAGED WHEN YOU TRY TO
OPEN THE CD DOOR.
NEVER REMOVE THE CD DOOR FROM THE UNIT. SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR IF
THE SYSTEM IS OPERATED WITHOUT THE CD DOOR.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
1
Installation of the System
Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold. (Between 5°C and 35°C)
Leave sufficient distance between the System and a TV.
Do not use the System in a place subject to vibrations.
2
Power cord
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!
Some power is always consumed as long as the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.
3
Malfunctions, etc.
There are no users serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
Do not insert any metallic object into the System.
Do not insert your hand between the CD door and the main body when the CD door is being closed.
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Table of Contents
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Introduction ........................................................................................................1
Features ...................................................................................................................................... 1
How This Manual Is Organized ................................................................................................. 1
WARNINGS ..............................................................................................................................1
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS ....................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started ................................................................................................... 4
Accessories................................................................................................................................. 4
How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control ............................................................................4
Using the Remote Control.......................................................................................................... 4
Connecting the FM Antenna ......................................................................................................5
Connecting the AM Antenna...................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Speakers (SP-FSX1/SP-FSX3) .........................................................................7
Removing the Speaker Grills (SP-FSX1)...................................................................................8
Connecting a Powered Subwoofer ............................................................................................. 8
Connecting an External Equipment............................................................................................ 8
Connecting an MD Recorder, etc (Optical Digital Output) .......................................................9
COMPU PLAY .......................................................................................................................... 9
Automatic Power On.................................................................................................................. 9
Basic Operations .............................................................................................10
Turning the Power On and Off.................................................................................................10
Changing the Source ................................................................................................................10
Adjusting the Brightness (DIMMER - at Power On)...............................................................11
Power Saving Mode (DIMMER - at Power Off) .....................................................................11
Adjusting the Volume .............................................................................................................. 11
Fade-out Muting (FADE MUTING)........................................................................................11
Reinforcing the Bass Sound (Active Hyper Bass Pro.)............................................................ 11
Tone Control (BASS/TREBLE)............................................................................................... 12
Auto Power Off (A.P.off)......................................................................................................... 12
Entering the Number with the Remote Control (Numeric Keys)............................................. 12
Using the Tuner................................................................................................ 13
Tuning In a Station...................................................................................................................13
Presetting Stations .................................................................................................................... 14
To Change the FM Reception Mode ........................................................................................ 14
Beat Cut (AM Reception) ........................................................................................................ 15
Using the CD Player......................................................................................... 16
To Insert a CD .......................................................................................................................... 16
To Unload a CD .......................................................................................................................17
Basics of Using the CD Player Normal Play......................................................................... 17
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks Program Play .............................................. 17
Random Play ............................................................................................................................ 18
Repeating Tracks...................................................................................................................... 19
CD DOOR LOCK ....................................................................................................................19
Using External Equipments ............................................................................ 20
Listening to External Equipment.............................................................................................. 20
Changing the Equipments Name ............................................................................................20
Recording the Systems Source to External Equipment .......................................................... 21
Adjusting the Input Level......................................................................................................... 21
Using the Timers..............................................................................................22
Setting the Clock ...................................................................................................................... 22
Showing the Clock (DISPLAY)............................................................................................... 23
Correcting the Clock ................................................................................................................ 23
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Setting the Daily Timer............................................................................................................ 23
Setting the SLEEP Timer .........................................................................................................26
Timer Priority........................................................................................................................... 26
Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 27
Care And Maintenance .................................................................................... 28
Specifications................................................................................................... 29
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Getting Started
Accessories
Make sure that you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the System.
FM Wire Antenna (1)
AM Loop Antenna (1)
Remote Control (1)
Batteries (2)
Speaker Cords (2)
AC plug adaptor (1)
If any of these items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.
How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control
Match the polarity (+ and ) on the batteries with the + and markings in the battery compartment.
CAUTION:
Handle batteries properly.
To avoid battery leakage or explosion:
Remove batteries when the Remote Control will not be used for a long time.
When you need to replace the batteries, replace both batteries at the same time with new ones.
Do not use an old battery with a new one.
Do not use different types of batteries together.
Using the Remote Control
The Remote Control makes it easy to use many of the functions of the System from a distance of up to 7m away.
You need to point the Remote Control at the remote sensor on the Systems front panel.
R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F)
Remote Sensor
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CAUTION:
Make all connections before plugging the System into an AC power outlet.
Connecting the FM Antenna
Rear Panel of the Center Unit (CA-FSX1/CA-FSX3)
Using the Supplied Wire Antenna
Fasten it up in the position until you have the best
reception.
If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna.
Using the Coaxial Type Connector
(Not Supplied)
A 75-ohm antenna with coaxial type connector (IEC or
DIN45 325) should be connected to the FM 75-ohm CO-
AXIAL terminal.
Before attaching a 75 ohm coaxial lead (the kind with a
round wire going to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the
supplied FM Wire Antenna.
(on the side panel)
FM wire antenna (supplied)
Coaxial cable
FM outdoor
antenna
(Not supplied)
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Connecting the AM Antenna
Rear Panel of the Center Unit (CA-
FSX1/CA-FSX3)
If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl, remove the vinyl by twisting it as shown in the diagram.
Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords and power cord.
This could cause poor reception.
If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop
antenna connected.)
Attach the AM loop to its base by snapping the tabs on
the loop into the slot in the base.
AM loop antenna (Supplied)
Turn the loop until you have the best reception.
Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied)
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Connecting the Speakers (SP-FSX1/SP-FSX3)
These speakers are exclusively for this system. Using with other devices will damage the speakers.
Connect the speaker cords between the speaker terminals of the Unit and those of the Speakers.
When inserting the speaker wire lead, open the speaker terminal.
Connect the black cord to the ( - ) terminal and the cord without a black line to the (+) terminal.
Since both speakers are the same, you can put either one to the right or left side.
Do not connect other speakers to the Unit. The difference of the load impedance causes failures.
Do not use the supplied speakers in parallel with other speakers.
CAUTION:
A TV may display irregular colors if located near the speakers. If this happens, set the speak-
ers away from the TV.
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
Right side (rear view)
Left side (rear view)
BLACK
BLACK BLACK
BLACK
(on the side panel)
SPEAKER terminal description
(on the side panel)
SPEAKER terminal description
SP-FSX1
SP-FSX3
SP-FSX1
SP-FSX3
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Removing the Speaker Grills (SP-FSX1)
The speaker grills can be removed.
When removing:
1. Pull the bottom towards you with your fingers.
2. Also pull the top towards you.
When attaching the speaker grills:
Attach the speaker grills as shown in the diagram.
Connecting a Powered Subwoofer
Connect a signal cord (not supplied) between the Systems SUBWOOFER terminal and the input terminal of an external sub-
woofer. (For the details of connection, please refer to the users manual of the external equipment.)
Connecting an External Equipment
Connect signal cords (not supplied) between the Systems LINE IN/OUT terminals and the output/input terminals of the ex-
ternal MD recorder, tape deck, etc. (For the details of connection, please refer to the users manual of the external equipment.)
You can then listen to the external source through the System or record the Systems CD player or tuner to the external unit.
Signal cord (not supplied)
Subwoofer (not supplied)
Signal cord
(not supplied)
MD recorder or tape deck
(not supplied)
Pin-plug x 2
Pin-plug x 2
Signal cord
(not supplied)
STEREO mini plug
STEREO mini plug
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Connecting an MD Recorder, etc (Optical Digital Output)
Unplug the cap and connect an optical digital cord (not supplied) between the Systems OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT terminal
and the input terminal of the MD recorder, etc.
You can record the digital output signal from the Systems CD Player to the MD recorder, etc.
COMPU PLAY
JVCs COMPU PLAY feature lets you control the most frequently used System functions with a single touch.
With One Touch Operation you can play a CD, turn on the radio, or listen to an external equipment with a single press of the
play button for that function. One Touch Operation turns the power on for you, then starts the function you have specified. If
the System is not ready (no CD in place), the System still powers on so you can insert a CD.
How One Touch Operation works in each case is explained in the section dealing with that function.
The COMPU PLAY buttons are:
Automatic Power On
The System automatically turns on with the following operation.
When you press the 0 CD button on the Unit or the CD DOOR 0 button on the Remote Control, the System automatically
turns on and the CD door opens to allow CD setting. However, this operation does not change the source to CD.
When you press the STANDBY/ON button to turn off the System, the CD door will be automatically closed if it is
opened.
On the Remote Control
CD
3
/8 button
FM/AM button
LINE button
MD recorder, etc.
(not supplied)
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
Cap
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Basic Operations
Turning the Power On and Off
Turning the System On
Press the STANDBY/ON button.
The display comes on and HELLO is displayed once. The
STANDBY/ON indicator lights in green.
The System comes on ready to continue in the mode it was
in when the power was last turned off.
For example, if the last thing you were doing was listen-
ing to a CD, you are now ready to listen to a CD again. If
you wish, you can change to another source.
If you were listening to the Tuner last, the Tuner comes
on playing the station it was last set to.
Turning the System Off
Press the STANDBY/ON button again.
SEE YOU is displayed and the display goes out, except for
the clock display. The STANDBY/ON indicator lights in red.
Some power is always consumed even though power is
turned off (called Standby Mode).
To switch off the System completely, unplug the AC
power cord from the wall outlet. When you unplug the
AC power cord, the clock will be reset to 0:00.
Changing the Source
The System has four sound sources, CD, FM, AM and
LINE. Select one of sources you want to listen.
For example, when you want to listen to the CD, select the
source CD.
On the Unit
Turn the Source selector to select the source you want.
Each time you turn it clockwise or counterclockwise, the
source changes as follows.
CD Ô FM Ô AM Ô LINE
The selected source name will appear on the display and the
Source indicator on the Unit will light up.
On the Remote Control
:Press the CD 6 button to select the source CD.
You can listen to the CD. If a CD is inserted, the CD
will be played back.
:Press the FM/AM button to select the source FM or
AM.
You can listen to the FM or AM broadcast.
:Press the LINE button to select the source LINE.
You can listen to the music through external equip-
ment.
DIMMER
A.P. off
VOLUME +,
_
STANDBY/ON
FADE
MUTING
DISPLAY
STANDBY/ON
indicator
PHONES
BASS/TREBLE
CD lamp
(Inside)
AHB PRO
Display
STANDBY/ON
AHB PRO
VOLUME +,
_
LINE
FM/AM
CD 6
Source indicator
Source
selector
CD
FM
/
AM
LINE
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Adjusting the Brightness
(DIMMER - at Power On)
You can adjust the brightness of the display.
When the System is Turned On
At power on, each time you press the DIMMER button on
the Remote Control, the brightness changes as follows:
DIMMER OFF = DIMMER 1 = DIMMER 2 = (back to
the beginning)
DIMMER OFF : Bright
DIMMER 1 : Dark (CD lamp also becomes dark.)
DIMMER 2 : Darker (CD lamp goes out.)
Power Saving Mode
(DIMMER - at Power Off)
In power saving mode, you can save the power while the
System is turned off (Standby Mode).
Each time you press the DIMMER button on the Remote
Control at power off, the display alternates as follows.
DISPLAY ONÔDISPLAY OFF
To enable Power Saving mode, set to DISPLAY
OFF.
The display completely turns off to save the power.
To restore normal power mode,
reset to DISPLAY ON.
The Clock indicator
()
and the clock appear on the display.
Adjusting the Volume
Turn the VOLUME control on the Unit clockwise to in-
crease the volume or turn it counterclockwise to decrease
the volume.
Press the VOLUME + button on the Remote Control to in-
crease the volume or press the VOLUME
_
button on the
Remote Control to decrease the volume.
You can adjust the volume level between 0 and 50.
For private listening
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack. No
sound comes out of the speakers.
Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or put-
ting on headphones.
CAUTION:
DO NOT turn off the System with the volu-
me set to an extremely high level; otherwi-
se a sudden blast of sound could damage
your hearing, speakers and/or headphones
when you turn on the System or start play-
ing any source next time.
REMEMBER you cannot adjust the volume
level while the System is in standby mode.
Fade-out Muting (FADE MUTING)
You can mute the output with one touch operation.
To mute the output, press the FADE MUTING button
on the Remote Control. Then, FADE MUTING blinks
and the output will be faded out and becomes 0.
To release muting, press the FADE MUTING button once
again. Then, the output will be faded in to the original level.
Adjusting the volume causes the muting process (fading
out to 0) to release.
If you use the AHB PRO button or the BASS/TREBLE but-
ton during muting, the FADE MUTING button does not
work to release muting. In this case, turn the VOLUME
control on the Unit or the VOLUME+/
_
button on the Re-
mote Control to newly set the volume.
Reinforcing the Bass Sound
(Active Hyper Bass Pro.)
You can reinforce the bass sound to maintain rich, full bass at
low volume. (This effect does not apply to the headphones.)
To get the effect, press the AHB PRO button on the Unit
or the Remote Control.
AHB PRO ON appears and the BASS indicator lights up.
To cancel the effect, press the AHB PRO button again.
AHB PRO OFF appears and the BASS indicator goes out.
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Tone Control (BASS/TREBLE)
You can control the tone by changing the bass (low frequen-
cy) and treble (high frequency).
On the Remote Control
1
Press the BASS/TREBLE button.
Each time you press the button, the Tone Control mode
changes as follows.
BASS = TREBLE = Normal display = (back to the
beginning)
2
While BASS or TREBLE appears on
the display, press the VOLUME + or
-
button to adjust the bass or treble level.
You can change the level within the range of -5 to +5. (0: flat)
3
Press the BASS/TREBLE button until
normal display appears.
Waiting for five seconds will also return the System to
the normal display.
Auto Power Off (A.P.off)
You can automatically turn off the System when no signal
condition continues for three minutes. This function is ef-
fective when the source is set to CD, but not to FM,
AM or LINE.
To Enable the A.P.off function
(When the source is CD)
1
Press the A.P.off button on the Remote
Control until A.P.off SET appears on
the display.
Then, the A.P.off indicator lights up on the display.
Each time you press the button, the display alternates
as follows.
A.P.off SET Ô A.P.off STOP
When no signal condition is detected, the A.P.off indica-
tor will start blinking soon.
No signal condition:
Source CD: CD is stopped or no CD is inserted.
When no signal condition continues, A.P.off 20 sec (20
seconds left before elapsed time reaches three minutes) ap-
pears on the display. The displayed time is counted down
and, finally, the System is turned off (Standby mode).
If a CD is played back, the A.P.off indicator stops
blinking and stays lit again.
If you press a button or turn the VOLUME control,
three-minute counting down is reset and counting down
newly restarts.
To disable the A.P.off function
When the source is CD, press the A.P.off button on the
Remote Control until A.P.off STOP appears on the dis-
play.
Then, the A.P.off indicator goes out.
Entering the Number with the
Remote Control (Numeric Keys)
You will use the Numeric Keys on the Remote Control to
enter numbers for presetting stations, recalling the preset
stations, selecting track number, or programming the play-
ing tracks on a CD.
How to enter the number with the Numeric Keys is ex-
plained here.
Examples:
To enter number 5, press 5.
To enter number 10, press 10.
To enter number 15, press +10 then 5.
To enter number 20, press +10 then 10.
To enter number 25, press +10, +10, then 5.
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Using the Tuner
You can listen to FM and AM stations. Stations can be tuned
in manually, automatically, or from preset memory storage.
Before listening to the radio:
Make sure that both the FM and AM antennas are cor-
rectly connected. (See pages 5 and 6).
Setting the AM Tuner Interval Spacing
When shipped, the AM tuner interval is set to 9 kHz or 10 kHz
spacing (Initial setting: 9 kHz except for South and Central
America). You can change it to 10 kHz or 9 kHz spacing.
To select 10 kHz intervals, while holding down the ¢
button on the Unit in Standby mode, press the STANDBY/
ON button on the Unit to turn on the power. AM
10kHz STEP will appear on the display.
To select 9 kHz intervals, while holding down the 4
button on the Unit in Standby mode, press the STANDBY/
ON button on the Unit to turn on the power. AM 9kHz
STEP will appear on the display.
When you change the setting, the preset AM stations are
erased. You will need to preset the station again. (See
page 14.)
One Touch Radio
Just press the FM/AM button on the Remote Control to turn
on the System and start playing the station you were last
tuned to.
You can switch from any other sound source to the radio
by pressing the FM/AM button.
Tuning In a Station
1
Press the FM/AM button.
The Band and Frequency you were last tuned to appear
on the display.
(If the last station was selected using the preset number,
the preset number appears first.)
Each time you press the button, the band alternates be-
tween FM and AM.
You can also select the band by turning the Source
selector on the Unit.
2
Select a station using one of the follow-
ing methods.
Manual Tuning
Press the ¢ or 4 button on the Unit or the
5
or
button on the Remote Control repeatedly to move
from frequency to frequency until you find the station
you want.
OR
Auto Tuning
If you press and hold the ¢ or 4 button on the
Unit or the
5
or
button on the
Remote Control
for one second or more, the frequency changes up, or
down, automatically until a station is found.
OR
5
2
FM/AM
Multi-control
button
* When the System is in use, the display shows other items as well.
For simplicity, we show here only the items described in this section.
SET
FM/PLAY MODE
3
Numeric
Keys
Source
selector
¢
4
FM mode indicator
Band display, Preset channel,
Frequency display
(9 kHz interval)
(10 kHz interval)
(On the Remote Control) (On the Unit)
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Preset Tuning using the Remote Control
(Possible only after presetting stations)
Select the desired preset number using the
3
or
2
button on the Remote Control. The display will show
the preset numbers band and frequency.
You can also select the desired preset number
using the Numeric Keys. See Entering the
Number with the Remote Control on page 12.
(e.g. Press +10, and then 2 for number 12.)
Example:
Press the
3
button until the preset number 2 ap-
pears.
Presetting Stations
You can preset up to 30 FM stations and up to 15 AM sta-
tions.
Preset numbers may have been set to factory test fre-
quencies prior to shipment. This is not a malfunction. You
can preset the stations you want into memory by following
one of the presetting methods below.
On the Remote Control
1
Select a band by pressing the FM/AM
button.
2
Press the
5
or
button to tune in a sta-
tion.
3
Press the SET button.
Preset number 1 will blink for 5 seconds.
Within 5 seconds, proceed to the next step.
When the display returns to the one set in step 2 after 5
seconds, press the SET button again.
4
Press the Numeric Keys, or the
3
or
2
button within 5 seconds to select the
preset number.
Example:
5
Press the SET button within 5 seconds.
STORED appears and after 2 seconds, the display re-
turns to the broadcast frequency display.
6
Repeat above steps 1 to 5 for each sta-
tion you want to store in memory with a
preset number.
To change the preset stations, repeat the same
steps as above.
CAUTION:
Even if the system is unplugged or if the
power failure occurs, the preset stations
will be stored for about 24 hours. However,
in case the preset stations are erased, you
will need to preset the stations again.
To Change the FM Reception
Mode
When you are tuned into an FM stereo broadcast, the ST.
indicator lights up and you can hear stereo effects.
If an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, you
can select Monaural mode. Reception improves, but you
lose stereo effect.
FM AUTO mode is also useful to suppress static noise be-
tween stations.
To enter Monaural mode while receiving an FM
broadcast, press the FM/PLAY MODE button on the Re-
mote Control until FM MONO appears on the display. Then,
the MONO indicator lights up.
Each time you press the FM/PLAY MODE button, the display
alternates between FM AUTO and FM MONO.
To restore the stereo effect, press the FM/PLAY
MODE button on the Remote Control until FM AUTO ap-
pears on the display. Then, the MONO indicator goes out
and the ST. indicator will light up.
DOWN
UP
3
3
Preset number
or
SET
+10
1 STORED
2
SET
FM
/
AM
When changing the Band
FM = 30, AM = 15
or
FM/PLAY
MODE
FM AUTO Ô FM MONO
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Beat Cut (AM Reception)
Switching the Beat Cut mode may reduce beat noise.
Each time you press the FM/PLAY MODE button while re-
ceiving an AM broadcast, the Beat Cut mode changes as fol-
lows.
BEAT CUT 1
=
BEAT CUT 2
=
BEAT CUT 3
=
BEAT CUT 4
=
(back to the beginning)
Set to the position where beat noise is small.
The best position will differ depending on the AM
broadcast station being received.
In AM broadcast, reception sensitivity will be changed by
turning the AM loop antenna. Turn the AM loop antenna
for best reception.
FM/PLAY
MODE
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Using the CD Player
You can use Normal, Random, Program or Repeat Play. Re-
peat Play can repeat all the tracks or just one of the tracks
on the CD.
Here are the basic things you need to know to play a CD and
locate the different tracks on it.
This Unit has been designed only to playback the follow-
ing CDs.
Digital audio CD
Recordable digital audio CD (CD-R)
Rewritable digital audio CD (CD-RW)
When playing a CD-R or CD-RW
You can play back finalized CD-R or CD-RW recorded
music CD format. (If CD-RW have been recorded in a
different format, erase all the data on CD-RW complete-
ly before recording on the disc.)
You can play back CD-R or CD-RW like CD.
Some CD-R or CD-RW may not be played back on
this Unit because of their disc characteristics, damage
or stain on them, or if the player lens is dirty.
The reflection factor of CD-RW is lower than that of
other CD, possibly causing CD-RW to take longer to
read.
CD-R and CD-RW of MP3 format are not played
back.
The Quickest Way To Start a CD Is With the One
Touch Operation
Press the CD 6 button on the Remote Control.
The power is automatically turned on and, if a CD is
already inserted, it will start playing from the first track.
If no CD is inserted, CD NO DISC appears on the dis-
play and the CD Player remains in Stop mode.
To Insert a CD
1
Select the source CD using the
Source selector on the Unit.
2
Press the
0
CD button on the Unit or
the CD DOOR
0
button on the Remote
Control.
The CD door opens.
3
Place a CD, with its label side up as
shown below. Press down on the CDs
center until you hear a click.
4
Press the
0
CD button on the Unit or the
CD DOOR
0
button on the Remote Con-
trol again to close the CD door.
CD DOOR CLOSE appears and then, CD READ-
ING appears on the display. At that time, Disc indica-
tor ( ) will also be lit on the display.
To close the CD door and play the CD, you can just
press the
6
button on the Unit or the CD 6 but-
ton on the Remote Control.
You can place an 8 cm CD without an adaptor.
If the CD cannot be read correctly (because it is scratch-
ed, for example), CD CANT PLAY appears on the
display.
Source
selector
0 CD
SET
2
Numeric
Keys
REPEAT
5
CD 6
3
CD DOOR 0
* When the System is in use, the display shows other items as well.
For simplicity, we show here only the items described in this section.
¢
7
6
CD door
CANCEL
Disc
indicator
Play mode
indicator
4
7
Repeat indicator
FM/PLAY MODE
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You can insert a CD while listening to the other source.
However, while the CD door is operating (opening or
closing), the other source will be muted.
CAUTION:
DO NOT try to open or close the CD door by
hands as it will be damaged.
To Unload a CD
Take out the CD as shown below.
Basics of Using the CD Player
– Normal Play
To Play a CD
1
Select the source CD.
2
Insert a CD.
3
Press the
6
button on the Unit or the
CD
6
button on the Remote Control.
The first track of the CD begins playing.
The CD Player automatically stops when the last
track of the CD has finished playing.
To stop playing the CD, press the 7 button.
The following information for the CD is displayed.
To stop playing and remove the CD, press the 0CD
button on the Unit or the CD DOOR 0 button on the Re-
mote Control to open the CD door.
To pause, press the
6
button on the Unit or the CD 6
button on the Remote Control. The playback time blinks on
the display.
To cancel pause, press the same button again. Play con-
tinues from the point where it was paused.
To Select a Track or Passage within a Track
During playback
Press the ¢ or 4 button on the Unit or the 3 or 2 but-
ton on the Remote Control to select the track you want.
The selected track starts playing.
Press the ¢ (or 3) button once to skip to the
beginning of the next track.
Press the 4 (or 2) button to skip to the beginning
of the track being played. Press twice quickly to skip
to the beginning of the previous track.
When the 3 or 2 button on the Remote Control is
kept pressing, the track continuously skips.
Press the Numeric Keys to select truck number (See
page 12).
In Stop mode
Press the ¢ or 4 (or 3 or 2) button to skip the
track.
Hold down the ¢ or 4 (or 3 or 2 ) button to
continuously skip the tracks.
Search Play
Holding down the ¢ or 4 button on the Unit or the 5
or button on the Remote Control, during playback, will
fast forward/backwards the CD so you can quickly find a
particular passage in the track you are listening to.
Programming the Playing Order
of the Tracks – Program Play
You can program up to 32 tracks in any desired order in-
cluding the same tracks.
You can only make a program when the CD Player is
stopped.
On the Remote Control
1
Insert a CD.
2
Press the CD
6
button.
3
Press the
7
button to stop the CD.
4
Press the FM/PLAY MODE button until
CD PROGRAM appears.
The System enters the Program Play mode and the
PRGM indicator lights up.
Each time you press the button, the play mode changes
as follows.
CD PROGRAM=CD RANDOM=CD NORMAL=
(back to the beginning)
If already programmed, the track number and preset
number of the last programmed track will appear.
Track number Playback time
Total track number Total playback time
(After a few seconds)
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