JVC KD-S737R Stereo Receiver User Manual

ENGLISH
DEUTSCH
CD RECEIVER
FRANÇAIS
CD-RECEIVER
RECEPTEUR CD
CD-RECEIVER
KD-SX838R/S737R/S707R
KD-SX838R
ATT
BAND
PROG
DISC
FUNC
0
DISC
PRESET
MO
RND
40 W x 4
Detachable
¢
TP/RDS
RPT
PTY
SSM
SEL
NEDERLANDS
KS-SX838R
/ATT
4
7
8
CD CHANGER CONTROL
10
9
11
SOUND
DISP
CD
5
BAND
12
CD-CH
TUNER
KD-S737R
0
KS-S737R
/ATT
MO
RND
40 W x 4
¢
TP/RDS
SSM
SEL
RPT
PTY
4
7
8
9
10
11
SOUND
DISP
CD
5
12
AM
FM
KD-S707R
0
KS-S707R
/ATT
MO
RND
35 W x 4
¢
TP/RDS
PTY
SSM
SEL
4
7
8
9
10
11
RPT
SOUND
DISP
CD
5
12
AM
FM
For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual.
Für den Einbau und die Anschlüsse siehe das eigenständige Handbuch.
Pour l’installation et les raccordements, se référer au manuel séparé.
Bijzonderheden over de installatie en aansluiting van het apparaat vindt u in de
desbetreffende handleiding.
INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
VNN3832-311S
[E]
Position And Reproduction
Of Labels
Bottom panel of the main unit
DANGER: Invisible laser
radiation when open and
interlock failed or defeated.
AVOID DIRECTEXPOSURE
TO BEAM.
(e)
ADVARSEL:Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning, når
sikkerhedsafbrydere erude
af funktion. Undgåudsættelse for stråling. (d)
VARNING:Osynlig laserstrålning när denna del
är öppnadoch spärren är
urkopplad. Betrakta ej
strålen.
(s)
VARO: Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet
alttiina näkymättömälle
lasersäteilylle. Älä katso
säteeseen.
(f)
Name/Rating plate
CLASS
LASER
1
PRODUCT
Caution:
This product contains a laser component
of higher laser class than Class 1.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER
PRODUCTS
Precautions:
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. DANGER: 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 parts inside.
Leave all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
4. CAUTION: This CD player uses invisible
laser radiation and is equipped with safety
switches to prevent radiation emission
when unloading CDs. It is dangerous to
defeat the safety switches.
5. CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments or
performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Note:
For security reasons, a numbered ID card is provided with this unit, and the same ID number is
imprinted on the unit’s chassis. Keep the card in a safe place, as it will help the authorities to
identify your unit if stolen.
BEFORE USE
* For safety....
• Do not raise the volume level too much, as this
will block outside sounds, making driving
dangerous.
• Stop the car before performing any complicated
operations.
2
*Temperature inside the car....
If you have parked the car for a long time in hot
or cold weather, wait until the temperature in the
car becomes normal before operating the unit.
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Thank you for purchasing a JVC product. Please read all instructions carefully before operation, to
ensure your complete understanding and to obtain the best possible performance from the unit.
CONTENTS
BASIC OPERATIONS .................................................... 4
RADIO OPERATIONS ................................................... 5
Listening to the radio ..................................................................... 5
Storing stations in memory ............................................................ 6
FM station automatic preset: SSM ............................................... 6
Manual preset.............................................................................. 7
Tuning into a preset station ........................................................... 8
Using RDS functions in the FM band ........................................... 9
RDS (Radio Data System) ........................................................... 9
Other convenient tuner functions ................................................ 16
Selecting FM reception sound.................................................... 16
CD OPERATIONS....................................................... 17
Playing a CD ................................................................................. 17
Locating a track or a particular portion or a CD ...................... 18
Selecting CD playback modes ...................................................... 19
Other convenient CD functions ................................................... 19
Prohibiting CD ejection .............................................................. 19
SOUND ADJUSTMENTS ............................................. 20
Selecting preset sound modes ...................................................... 20
Adjusting the sound ...................................................................... 21
Storing your own sound adjustments ......................................... 22
OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS ......................................... 23
Setting the clock ............................................................................ 23
Storing your own mode settings .................................................. 25
Preferred setting mode cotrol ..................................................... 25
Turning on/off the key-touch tone (ONLY FOR KD-SX838R) .... 26
Selecting the level display (ONLY FOR KD-SX838R/S737R) .... 26
Detaching the control panel ......................................................... 27
REMOTE OPERATIONS...............................................28
(ONLY FOR KD-SX838R)
Installing the batteries .................................................................. 28
Using the remote controller ......................................................... 28
CD CHANGER OPERATIONS ......................................29
(ONLY FOR KD-SX838R)
Playing CDs ................................................................................... 29
Selecting CD playback modes ...................................................... 31
MAINTENANCE ......................................................... 32
Handling CDs ................................................................................ 32
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................33
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 34
3
BASIC OPERATIONS
1
Note:
When you use this unit for the
first time, set the built-in
clock correctly, see page 23.
3
2
1
Turn on the power.
/ I /ATT
Note on One-Touch Operation:
When you select a source in step 2 below, the power automatically comes on.
You do not have to press this button to turn on the power.
2
KD-SX838R
CD-CH
Select the source.
BAND
TUNER
CD
To operate the tuner, see pages 5 – 16.
To operate the CD player, see pages 17 – 19.
KD-S737R/S707R
AM
FM
3
CD
ONLY FOR KD-SX838R:
To operate the CD changer, see pages 29 – 31.
Adjust the volume.
Volume level indicator (see page 26).
LOUD
Volume level appears.
4
Adjust the sound as you want (see pages 20 – 22).
To drop the volume in a moment
Press
briefly while listening to any source. “ATT” starts flashing on the display, and
the volume level will drop in a moment.
To resume the previous volume level, press the button briefly again.
To turn off the power
Press
4
for more than 1 second.
RADIO OPERATIONS
KD-SX838R
KD-S737R/S707R
2
1
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Listening to the radio
1
1
BAND
KD-SX838R
FM1
TUNER
FM2
Select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM).
You can select any one of FM1, FM2, and FM3 to listen to an
FM station.
Audio level indicator (see page 26).
FM3
AM
(ONLY FOR KD-SX838R/S737R)
KD-S737R/S707R
AM
FM
FM1
FM2
FM3
AM
2
SSM
To search stations
of higher
frequencies.
Start searching a station.
When a station is received, searching stops.
To search stations
of lower
frequencies.
To stop searching before a station is received, press the same button you have pressed
for searching.
To tune in a particular frequency without searching:
1 Select the band (FM or AM).
For KD-SX838R:
Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly.
For KD-S737R/S707R: Press FM or AM.
2 Press and hold ¢
or 4
until “M” starts flashing on the display.
Now you can manually change the frequency while “M” is flashing.
3 Press ¢
or 4
repeatedly until the frequency you want is reached.
• If you hold down the button, the frequency keeps changing (in 50 kHz intervals for FM and
9kHz intervals for AM-MW/LW) until you release the button.
5
Storing stations in memory
You can use one of the following two methods to store broadcasting stations in memory.
• Automatic preset of FM stations: SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory)
• Manual preset of both FM and AM stations
FM station automatic preset: SSM
You can preset 6 local FM stations in each FM band (FM1, FM2, and FM3).
2
1
KD-SX838R
BAND
1
FM1
TUNER
FM2
FM3
AM
Select the FM band number (FM1, FM2 or
FM3) you want to store FM stations into.
KD-S737R/S707R
FM
FM1
2
FM2
FM3
Press and hold both buttons for more than 3
seconds.
SSM
“SSM” appears, then disappears when
automatic preset is over.
Local FM stations with the strongest signals are searched and stored automatically in the
band number you have selected (FM1, FM2 or FM3). These stations are preset in the number
buttons — No. 1 (lowest frequency) to No. 6 (highest frequency).
When automatic preset is over, the station stored in number button 1 will be automatically
tuned in.
6
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Manual preset
You can preset up to 6 stations in each band (FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM) manually.
EXAMPLE: Storing an FM station of 88.3 MHz into the preset number 1 of the FM1 band
2 3
1 KD-SX838R
1
KD-S737R/S707R
Select the FM1 band.
BAND
FM
TUNER
2
Tune into a station of 88.3 MHz.
See page 5 to tune into a station.
SSM
3
1
2
Press and hold the button for more than 1
second.
Preset number “P1” starts flashing for a while.
4
Repeat the above procedure to store other stations into other
preset numbers.
Notes:
• A previously preset station is erased when a new station is stored in the same preset number.
• Preset stations are erased when the power supply to the memory circuit is interrupted (for example,
during battery replacement). If this occurs, preset the stations again.
7
Tuning into a preset station
You can easily tune into a preset station.
Remember that you must store stations first. If you have not stored them yet, see pages 6
and 7.
KD-S737R/S707R
KD-SX838R
2
1 KD-SX838R
BAND
Select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM) you
want.
TUNER
FM1
FM2
1
1
FM3
AM
KD-S737R/S707R
AM
FM
FM1
FM2
FM3
AM
2
1
2
3
4
5
6
Select the number (1 – 6) for the preset station
you want.
8
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Using RDS functions in the FM band
RDS (Radio Data System)
RDS button
TP/RDS
To select Network-Tracking mode, press the RDS button for more than 1
second.
• Mode 1 (AF (Alternative Frequencies): on/REG: off):
Network-Tracking is activated.
Switches between stations belonging to the network being received.
Note:
• In Mode 1, the broadcast may switch between different programmes
even within the same network at certain times.
• Mode 2 (AF: on/REG: on):
Network-Tracking is activated and Regional mode is engaged (switches
between stations broadcasting the same programme, at all times).
• Mode 3 (AF: off/REG: off):
Network-Tracking is deactivated.
Network-Tracking reception
When driving in an area where the signal strength drops, the tuner
automatically uses PI (Programme Identification) and AF codes to retune to
the same programme with a stronger signal from another RDS station in the
network. By utilizing these codes, you can continue to listen to the same
programme in its finest condition, no matter where you drive. (See illustration.)
• When the RDS station to which you are tuned does not provide AF data or
the unit is unable to receive AF data for any reason, Network-Tracking
reception will NOT operate even when the signal strength drops below the
reference level.
The same programme can be received on different frequencies.
Programme 1 broadcasting
on frequency A
Programme 1 broadcasting on frequency E
Programme 1 broadcasting on
frequency B
Programme 1 broadcasting on frequency C
Programme 1 broadcasting on frequency D
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PTY standby mode
Storing your favourite programme type (PTY) into memory (NEWS is factory-preset.)
1 3 2
1
SEL
Press the SEL button for more than 2 seconds
to enter the preferred setting mode (see page
25).
2
Press the ¢ or 4
“PTY STBY” mode.
button to select the
SSM
Each time the ¢ or 4
button is
pressed, the display changes as follows.
Ô
Ô
Ô
Ô
Ô
Ô
Ô
*Ô
Ô
**Ô
*
*Only for KD-SX838R
**Only for KD-SX838R/S737R
3
Press the + or – button to select one of 29
PTYs. (See the table on page 14.)
For example, when “CLASSICS” is selected in the display,
the classical music PTY is stored automatically.
• Press the SEL button to return to the previous mode.
10
PTY
• When the PTY button is briefly pressed in the FM mode,
the “PTY” indicator is lit during reception of a PTY station and the PTY
standby mode is engaged. The selected PTY name stored on page 10 (for
example: Classics) flashes for 5 seconds.
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Setting and operating PTY standby mode
Note:
When the station being received is not a PTY station, the "PTY" indicator flashes.
Press the ¢ or 4
button to engage the PTY standby mode. "SEARCH"
appears in the display, and PTY station search starts. When a PTY station is tuned
in, “PTY” is lit.
• If you are listening to a CD and wish to hear a selected PTY broadcast,
press the PTY button to enter the PTY standby mode. (The “PTY” indicator
lights up.)
If the PTY starts broadcasting while the PTY standby mode is active, the
selected PTY name is displayed and the FM mode is engaged. The selected PTY can then be heard.
Note:
To deactivate the PTY standby mode, press the PTY button again.
TP (Traffic Programme) button
Setting and operating TA (Traffic Announcement) standby mode
• When the TP button is pressed briefly in the FM mode, the “TP” indicator is
lit during reception of a TP station and the TA standby mode is engaged.
TP/RDS
Note:
When the station being received is not a TP station, the TP indicator flashes. Press
the ¢ or 4 button to engage the TA standby mode. "SEARCH" appears in
the display, and TP station search starts. When a TP station is tuned in, “TP” is lit.
• If you’re listening to a CD and wish to hear a TA broadcast, press the TP
button to enter the TA standby mode. (The “TP” indicator lights up.)
If a TA programme starts broadcasting while the TA standby mode is active,
“TRAFFIC” is displayed and the FM mode is engaged. The volume increases
to the preset "TA VOL" level and the TA programme can be heard (see page
15).
Note:
To deactivate the TA standby mode, press the TP button again.
11
PTY search mode
Presetting PTYs in number buttons 1-6
The factory-presets are listed below.
1
2
3
4
5
6
POP M
ROCK M
EASY M
CLASSICS
AFFAIRS
VARIED
2
1
1
3
Press the SEL button for more than
2 seconds to enter the preferred setting mode (see page 25).
SEL
2
Select the “PTY SRCH” mode with
the ¢ or 4 button.
SSM
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
Select the desired PTY with the + or – button (PTYs already stored
flash when they are selected), then press the required number button for
more than 2 seconds to store it. The stored PTY flashes in the display.
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PTY search operation
2
1
2
1
Press and hold the PTY button for more than 1
second in the FM mode. PTY programme search
mode is engaged.
PTY
1
2
3
4
5
6
Recall a PTY stored on page 12 using a number button
(1-6).
Ex. When “CLASSICS” is stored in button 1.
• PTY station search starts after 5 seconds.
Successful programme search results in the desired PTY station being received so its
programme can be heard.
• When a PTY station cannot be tuned in, the previous station is received.
• After searching, the PTY selected last will be memorized, then displayed first when PTY
search is selected again.
Note:
There may be areas where PTY functions (PTY standby mode, PTY search) will not work.
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PTY codes
CULTURE:
PTY display
No.
DISPLAY
No.
DISPLAY
SCIENCE:
1
N EW S
16
W E A T HE R
2
AFFAI R S
17
F INA NCE
3
I N FO
18
CHILDRE N
4
SPO R T
19
S OCIA L
5
ED U C ATE
20
RE LIGION
6
D R AMA
21
P HONE IN
7
C U L TU R E
22
T RA V E L
POP M:
ROCK M:
EASY M:
LIGHT M:
CLASSICS:
OTHER M:
WEATHER:
FINANCE:
8
SC I EN C E
23
LE IS URE
CHILDREN:
9
VAR I ED
24
JA Z Z
10
PO P M
25
COUNT RY
11
ROCK M
26
NA T ION M
12
EASY M
27
OLDIE S
13
LIGHT M
28
F OLK M
14
C L ASSI C S
29
DOCUME NT
15
O TH ER M
VARIED:
SOCIAL:
RELIGION:
PHONE IN:
TRAVEL:
LEISURE:
Descriptions of the PTY Codes
NEWS:
AFFAIRS:
INFO:
SPORT:
EDUCATE:
DRAMA:
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News
Topical programmes expanding
on current news or affairs
Programmes which impart
advice on a wide variety of
topics.
Sport events
Educational programmes
Radio plays
JAZZ:
COUNTRY:
NATION M:
OLDIES:
FOLK M:
DOCUMENT:
Programmes on national or
regional culture
Programmes on natural
sciences and technology
Other programmes like comedies
or ceremonies
Pop music
Rock music
Easy-listening music
Light music
Classical music
Other music
Weather information
Reports on commerce, trading,
the Stock Market, etc.
Entertainment programmes for
children
Programmes on social
activities
Programmes dealing with any
aspect of belief or faith, or the
nature of existence or ethics
Programmes where people
can express their views either
by phone or in a public forum
Programmes about travel
destinations, package tours,
and travel ideas and
opportunities
Programmes concerned with
recreational activities such as
gardening, cooking, fishing,
etc.
Jazz music
Country music
Current popular music from
another nation or region, in that
country’s language
Classic pop music
Folk music
Programmes dealing with factual
matters, presented in an
investigative style
EON (Enhanced Other Networks)
• When tuning in a broadcasting station
transmitting EON data, the EON indicator
is lit and the following operations start.
EON automatically stores the frequencies
of stations from other networks transmitting
information codes (TP/TA/AF/PTY/PS
(Programme Service), etc.) so they can be
mutually used. The following points have
been improved:
When listening to a station NOT transmitting
traffic information or the selected PTY for
example, EON automatically tunes to a station
in a local network when this information is
broadcast and then switches back to the
original programme when the broadcast ends.
(However, it does not switch back to the
original programme if the broadcast continues
for a long time.) The transmitted information
(AF and other codes) is constantly and
automatically updated so that preset
programme information can be heard
immediately even if in a different network area.
Traffic information volume control
This function adjusts the volume of traffic
information broadcasts.
1. Press the SEL button for more than 2
seconds to set the preferred setting mode.
2. Select “TA VOL” with the ¢ or 4
button.
3. Set to the desired volume with the + or button. (See page 25.)
Number buttons
When a number button is pressed, if the
station with that frequency is broadcasting a
sufficiently strong signal, the receiver will tune
to that frequency.
When the signal strength is not sufficient for
good reception, by referring to the AF list, the
receiver searches for a station broadcasting
the same programme with a stronger signal.
If a station cannot be found in the AF list, PIseek tuning starts. If a station broadcasting
the same PI code cannot be detected in one
search-cycle, PI-seek tuning is released and
the original preset frequency is tuned to.
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Other RDS functions
CT (Clock Time)
When CT data is received in the RDS signal,
the time is correctly renewed.
• RDS updates the local time according to
Greenwich Mean Time.
• When automatic renewal of clock time is
NOT required, follow the steps below.
1. Press the SEL button for more than 2
seconds to set the preferred setting mode.
2. Select “AUTO ADJ” with the ¢
or
4
button.
3. Press the “–” level control button and set to
“ADJ OFF”. (See page 25.)
Once these steps are completed, clock time
is not renewed even if the CT (Clock Time)
data is received with the RDS signal. When
you wish to reactivate this mode, repeat the
same procedure and in Step 3 press the “+”
Level Control button to set to “ADJ ON.” In
the activated mode, clock time is automatically
renewed when the CT data is received.
Note:
It takes at least 2 minutes to renew the time after
receiving CT data. The station must be received
for more than 2 minutes continuously, otherwise
the clock time will NOT be renewed.
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Display Mode
Setting the main display mode.
1. Press the SEL button for more than 2
seconds to set the preferred setting mode.
2. Select “DISPMODE” with the ¢
or
4
button.
3. Select the desired mode with the + or button.
(Station name (PS NAME) Ô Frequency
being received (FREQ) Ô Clock time
(CLOCK) Ô) (See page 25.)
Display Button
The DISP button is used to select the
Operation (Tuner or CD) and Clock modes.
Each time the button is pressed, the display
changes as follows:
Operation mode (Station name* = Frequency
being received = PTY; or CD) = Clock time.
The display returns to the initially preset mode
after a short while.
* When the RDS or PTY signal is weak or
when not tuned to an RDS or PTY station,
the Station name or PTY is NOT displayed.
Note:
When the “CLOCK” mode is set, clock time
remains on the main display even during playback.
Other convenient tuner functions
MO/RND
Selecting FM reception sound
When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive:
Press MO/RND (Mono/Random) while listening to an FM stereo broadcast. The sound you
hear becomes monaural but reception will be improved.
Lights up when receiving an FM broadcast in stereo.
ST
To restore the stereo effect, press the same button again.
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MO
CD OPERATIONS
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Playing a CD
1
1
Insert a disc into the loading slot.
The unit turns on, draws a CD and starts playback
automatically.
• When a CD is inserted upside down, “NO DISC” appears
on the display and the CD automatically ejects.
Total playing time of
the inserted disc
Total track number
of the inserted disc
Elapsed playing
time
Current track
Note on One-Touch Operation:
When a CD is already in the loading slot, pressing CD turns on the unit and starts playback
automatically.
CAUTION on Volume Setting
CDs produces very little noise compared with other sources. If the volume level is adjusted
for the tuner, for example, the speakers may be damaged by the sudden increase in the
output level. Therefore, lower the volume before playing a CD and adjust it as required
during playback
To stop play and eject the CD
Press 0.
CD play stops and the CD automatically ejects from the loading slot.
If you change the source to AM/FM (or CD changer for KD-SX838R only), the CD play also
stops (without ejecting the CD this time).
• If the ejected disc is not removed for about 15 seconds , the disc is automatically inserted again into
the loading slot to protect it from dust. (CD play will not start this time.)
• You can eject the CD even when the unit is turned off.
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Locating a track or a particular portion on a CD
¢
4
Number buttons
To fast forward or reverse the track
Press and hold ¢
, while playing a CD, to fast forward the track.
Press and hold 4
, while playing a CD, to reverse the track.
SSM
To go to the next track or the previous track
SSM
Press ¢
briefly, while playing a CD, to go ahead to the beginning of
the next track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning
of the next track is located and played back.
Press 4
briefly, while playing a CD, to go back to the beginning of the
current track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning
of the previous track is located and played back.
To go to a particular track directly
7
1
8
9
2
3
10
4
11
5
12
6
Press the number button corresponding to the track number to start its
playback.
• To select a track number from 1 – 6:
Press 1 (7) – 6 (12) briefly.
• To select a track number from 7 – 12:
Press and hold 1 (7) – 6 (12) for more than 1 second.
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Selecting CD playback modes
MO/
RND
RPT
To play back tracks at random (Random Play)
You can play back all tracks on the CD at random.
MO
RND
Each time you press MO/RND (Mono/Random) while playing a CD, CD
random play mode turns on and off alternatively.
When the random mode is turned on, the RND indicator lights up on the
display and a track randomly selected starts playing.
RND
To play back tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play)
You can play back the current track repeatedly.
RPT
Each time you press RPT (Repeat) while playing a CD, CD repeat play
mode changes turns on and off alternatively.
When the repeat mode is turned on, the RPT indicator lights up on the
display.
RPT
Track number of the currently playing track
Other convenient CD functions
Prohibiting CD ejection
You can prohibit the CD ejection and can “lock” a CD in the loading slot.
Press and hold CD and 0 for more than 2 seconds. “EJECT” flashes on the display for about
5 seconds, and the CD is “locked.”
To cancel the prohibition and “unlock” the CD, press and hold CD and 0 for more than 2
seconds again. “EJECT” appears on the display, and the CD ejects from the loading slot.
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SOUND ADJUSTMENTS
Selecting preset sound modes
You can select a preset sound adjustment suitable to the music genre:
SOUND
Each time you press SOUND, the sound mode changes as follows.
SOUND
Indication
For:
Preset values
Bass
Treble
Loudness
SCM OFF
(Flat sound)
00
00
On
BEAT
Rock or disco music
+2
00
On
SOFT
Quiet background music
+1
–3
Off
POP
Light music
+4
+1
Off
Notes:
• You can adjust the preset sound mode to your preference, and store it in memory.
If you want to adjust and store your original sound mode, see “Storing your own sound adjustments”
on page 22.
• To adjust only the bass and treble reinforcement levels to your preference, see “Adjusting the sound”
on page 21.
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Adjusting the sound
You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference.
1 2
1
SEL
Indication
Select the item you want to adjust.
To do:
Range
BAS
(Bass)
Adjust the bass
–6 (min.) — +6 (max.)
TRE
(Treble)
Adjust the treble
–6 (min.) — +6 (max.)
FAD
(Fader)*
Adjust the front and rear speaker
balance
R6 (rear only) — F6 (front only)
BAL
(Balance)
Adjust the left and right speaker
balance
L6 (left only) — R6 (right only)
LOUD
Boost low and high frequencies to
(Loudness) produce a well-balanced sound at low ON — OFF
volume level.
VOL
(Volume)
Adjust the volume
00 (min.) — 50 (max.)
Note:
* If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to “00” (center).
2
Adjust the level.
Press the + button to turn on the loudness function, and the
– button to turn it off.
Note:
Normally the + and – buttons work as the volume control buttons. So
you do not have to select “VOL” to adjust the volume level.
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Storing your own sound adjustments
You can adjust the sound modes (BEAT, SOFT, POP: see page 20) to your preference and
store your own adjustments in memory.
2 3
1
SOUND
1, 4
Call up the sound mode you want to adjust.
See page 20 for details.
Within
5 seconds
2
SEL
Select "BAS", "TRE" or "LOUD".
Within
5 seconds
3
Adjust the bass or treble level or turn the
loudness function ON/OFF.
See page 21 for details.
Within
5 seconds
4
SOUND
Press and hold SOUND until the sound mode
you have selected in step 1 flashes on the
display.
Your setting is stored in memory.
5
Repeat the same procedure to store other settings.
To reset to the factory settings
Repeat the same procedure and reassign the preset values listed in the table on page 20.
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Setting the clock
Selecting 24-hour or 12-hour clock display
(Set to 24-hour at the factory)
1. Press the SEL button for more than 2 seconds to set the preferred setting
mode (See page 25.).
2. Select the “24H/12H” mode with the ¢ or 4 button.
3. Select 24H or 12H with the level control buttons (+,–).
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OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS
How to select the clock mode as the main display mode
1. Press the SEL button for more than 2 seconds to set the preferred setting
mode (See page 25.).
2. Select “DISPMODE” with the ¢ or 4 button.
3. Select “CLOCK” with the level control buttons (+,–).
With the clock display mode selected, when any other operation button is pressed, the display mode of the source you selected is shown.
After a few seconds, the display returns to the clock mode.
1
1
Press and hold the button for more than
2 seconds to set the preferred setting mode.
(See page 25.)
SEL
2
2
1
2
Set the hour.
1. Select “CLOCK H” if not shown on the
display.
SSM
2. Adjust the hour.
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3
3
1
4
2
Set the minute.
1. Select “CLOCK M”
SSM
2. Adjust the minute.
4
Start the clock.
DISP
To check the current clock time (changing the display mode)
Press DISP repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display mode changes as follows
During tuner operation:
Frequency
During CD operation:
Clock
Clock
Elapsed
playing time
Disc
number
(See page 16 when RDS is on.)
• If the unit is not in use when you press DISP, the power turns on, the clock time is shown for
5 seconds, then the power turns off.
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Storing your own mode settings
Preferred setting mode control
This mode has been set at the factory, but it can be set to suit your needs.
1
Press the SEL button for
more than 2 seconds to set
the preferred setting mode.
SEL
1 3 2
2
3
SSM
1
SEL
Set the desired mode.
Select each
mode.
2
SSM
3
Select.
Factory-preset See page
settings
Set.
Hour adjustment
Back
Advance
Minute adjustment
Back
Advance
24/12-hour time
display
12H
ADJ OFF
Automatic setting
of the clock
0:00
23-24
24H
24H
23
ADJ ON
ADJ ON
15
PS NAME
16
DISC
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NEWS
10-11
NEWS
12-13
VOL (20)
11, 15
PS NAME
FREQ
CLOCK
Display mode
Changer display
(only for KD-SX838R)
PTY standby
PTY search
TIME
DISC
29 programme types
(See page 14.)
Traffic announcement
VOL (00-50)
VOL (00-50)
volume
Level display
(only for KD-SX838R/S737R) OFF (volume) AUDIO (signal)
Key-touch tone
OFF
ON
(only for KD-SX838R)
AUDIO
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ON
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• Press the SEL button when you have finished setting to return to the previous mode.
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Turning on/off the key-touch tone
This function is ONLY FOR KD-SX838R.
You can deactivate the key-touch tone if you do not want to make it beep when you press a
button. (When shipped from the factory, the key-touch tone is activated.)
1 3 2
1
SEL
Press and hold the button for more than 2
seconds to set the preferred setting mode (see
page 25).
2
SSM
Select “BEEP” if not shown on the display.
3
To activate the key-touch tone (ON).
To deactivate the key-touch tone (OFF).
Selecting the level display (only for KD-SX838R/S737R)
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You can select the level display according to your preference.
1. Press the SEL button for more than 2 seconds to set the preferred setting mode.
2. Select “LEVEL” with the ¢
or 4
button.
3. Select the desired mode with the + or - button.
Volume level (OFF) Ô Signal level (AUDIO) (see page 25)
You can detach the control panel when leaving the car.
When detaching or attaching the control panel, be careful not to damage the connectors on
the back of the control panel and on the panel holder.
How to detach the control
panel
Before detaching the control panel, be sure
to turn off the power.
1
2
3
How to attach the control
panel
1
Unlock the control panel.
Lift and pull the control panel
out of the unit.
Put the detached control
panel into the provided case
(only for KD-SX838R/
S737R).
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Detaching the control panel
2
Insert the left side of the
control panel into the groove
on the panel holder.
Press the right side of the
control panel to fix it to the
panel holder.
Note on cleaning the connectors:
If you frequently detach the control panel, the
connectors will deteriorate.
To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe
the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth
moistened with alcohol, being careful not to
damage the connectors.
Connectors
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REMOTE OPERATIONS
This section is ONLY FOR KD-SX838R.
Remote sensor
Before using the remote controller:
• Aim the remote controller directly at the remote sensor
on the main unit. Make sure there is no obstacle in
between.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to strong light (direct
sunlight or artificial lighting).
Installing the batteries
R03(UM-4)/AAA(24F)
Insert the ·
ends first.
When the controllable
range or effectiveness of
the remote controller
decreases, replace the
batteries – R03(UM-4)/
AAA(24F).
Using the remote controller
ATT
1
BAND
PROG
DISC
4
FUNC
2
3
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DISC
PRESET
5
6
1 Functions the same as the
button on the main unit.
2 Select the source.
Each time you press FUNC (function), the source changes.
3 Functions as the +/– buttons on the main unit.
• Does not function for the preferred setting mode adjustment.
4 • Functions as the BAND button while listening to the radio.
Each time you press the button, the band changes.
• Functions as the DISC + button while listening to the CD
changer.
Each time you press the button, the disc number increases,
and selected disc starts playing.
• Does not function as the PROG button.
5 • Functions as the PRESET button while listening to the radio.
Each time you press the button, the preset station number
increases, and selected station is tuned in.
• Functions as the DISC – button while listening to the CD
changer.
Each time you press the button, the disc number decreases,
and selected disc starts playing.
6 • Searches stations while listening to the radio.
• Fast forwards or reverses the track if pressed and held
while listening to the CD.
• Skips to the beginning of the next tracks or go back to the
beginning of the current (or previous tracks) if pressed
briefly while listening to the CD.
This section is ONLY FOR KD-SX838R, when used with a JVC CD automatic changer
(separately purchased).
We recommend that you use one of the CH-X series with your KD-SX838R.
If you have another CD automatic changer, consult your JVC IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT
dealer for connections.
• For example, if your CD automatic changer is one of the KD-MK series, you need a cord (KSU15K) for connecting it to this unit.
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CD CHANGER OPERATIONS
Before operating your CD automatic changer:
• Refer also to the Instructions supplied with your CD changer.
• If no discs are in the magazine of the CD changer or the discs are inserted upside
down, “NO CD” or “NO DISC” will appear on the display. If this happens, remove the
magazine and set the discs correctly.
• If “RESET 1 - RESET 8” appears on the display, something is wrong with the connection
between this unit and the CD changer. If this happens, check the connection, connect
the connecting cord(s) firmly if necessary, then press the reset button of the CD changer.
Playing CDs
¢
4
1
CD-CH
Number buttons
1
Select the CD automatic changer.
Playback starts from the first track of the first disc.
All tracks of all discs are played back.
• "DISC" or "TIME" can be selected in the preferred setting mode control
(see page 25).
When "DISC" is selected
Disc number
Track number
When "TIME" is selected
Elapsed playing time
Note on One-Touch Operation:
When you press CD-CH, the power automatically comes on. You do not have to press
to turn on the power.
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To fast forward or reverse the track
Press and hold ¢
, while playing a CD, to fast forward the track.
Press and hold 4
, while playing a CD, to reverse the track.
SSM
To go to the next track or the previous track
SSM
Press ¢
briefly, while playing a CD, to go ahead to the beginning of
the next track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning
of the next track is located and played back.
Press 4
briefly, while playing a CD, to go back to the beginning of the
current track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning
of the previous track is located and played back.
To go to a particular disc directly
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1
8
9
2
3
10
4
11
5
12
6
Press the number button corresponding to the disc number to start its
playback (while the CD changer is playing).
• To select a disc number from 1 – 6:
Press 1 (7) – 6 (12) briefly.
• To select a disc number from 7 – 12:
Press and hold 1 (7) – 6 (12) for more than 1 second.
Ex. When disc number 3 is selected
Disc number
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Track number
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Selecting CD playback modes
MO/
RND
RPT
To play back tracks at random (Random Play)
MO
RND
Mode
Each time you press MO/RND (Mono/Random) while playing a CD, CD
random play mode changes as follows:
RND1
RND2
(Random1)
(Random2)
RND Indicator
Canceled
Plays at random
RND1
Lights
All tracks of the current disc, then the tracks of the
next disc, and so on.
RND2
Flashes
All tracks of all discs inserted in the magazine.
To play back tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play)
RPT
Mode
Each time you press RPT (Repeat) while playing a CD, CD repeat play
mode changes as follows:
RPT1
RPT2
(Repeat1)
(Repeat2)
RPT Indicator
Canceled
Plays repeatedly
RPT1
Lights
The current track (or specified track).
RPT2
Flashes
All tracks of the current disc (or specified disc).
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MAINTENANCE
Handling CDs
COMPACT
This unit has been designed only to reproduce the CDs bearing the
Other discs cannot be played back.
DIGITAL AUDIO
mark.
How to handle CDs
When removing a CD from its case, press down the center holder of
the case and lift the CD out, holding it by the edges.
• Always hold the CD by the edges. Do not touch its recording surface.
Center holder
When storing a CD into its case, gently insert the CD around the
center holder (with the printed surface facing up).
• Make sure to store CDs into the cases after use.
To keep CDs clean
A dirty CD may not play correctly. If a CD does becomes dirty, wipe it with
a soft cloth in a straight line from center to edge.
To play new CDs
New CDs may have some rough spots around the inner and outer edges.
If such a CD is used, this unit may reject the CD.
To remove these rough spots, rub the edges with a pencil or ball-point
pen, etc.
Moisture condensation
Moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD player in the following cases:
• After starting the heater in the car.
• If it becomes very humid inside the car.
Should this occur, the CD player may malfunction. In this case, eject the CD and leave the
unit turned on for a few hours until the moisture evaporates.
CAUTIONS:
• Do not insert 8cm (3 3/16") CDs (single CDs) into the loading slot. (Such CDs cannot be
ejected.)
• Do not insert any CD of unusual shape – like a heart or flower; otherwise, it will cause a
malfunction.
• Do not expose CDs to direct sunlight or any heat source or place them in a place subject to high
temperature and humidity. Do not leave them in a car.
• Do not use any solvent (for example, conventional record cleaner, spray, thinner, benzine, etc.)
to clean CDs.
About mistracking:
Mistracking may result from driving on extremely rough roads. This does not damage the
unit and the CD, but will be annoying.
We recommend that you stop CD play while driving on such rough roads.
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What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a
service centre.
Symptoms
Causes
Remedies
• CD cannot be played back.
CD is inserted upside down.
Insert the CD correctly.
• CD sound is sometimes
interrupted.
You are driving on rough
roads.
Stop CD play while driving on
rough roads.
CD is scratched.
Change the CD.
Connections are incorrect.
Check the cords and
connections.
The volume control is turned
to the minimum level.
Adjust it to the optimum level.
Connections are incorrect.
Check the cords and
connections.
• SSM (Strong-station
Sequential Memory)
automatic preset does not
work.
Signals are too weak.
Store stations manually.
• Static noise while listening
to the radio.
The antenna is not connected
firmly.
Connect the antenna firmly.
• “NO CD” or “NO DISC”
appears on the display.
No CD is in the loading slot (or
in the magazine).
Insert CD.
CD is inserted incorrectly.
Insert it correctly.
This unit is not connected to a
CD changer correctly.
Connect this unit and the CD
changer correctly and press
the reset button of the CD
changer.
• Sound cannot be heard from
the speakers.
• “RESET 8” appears on the
display.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Press the reset button of the
CD changer.
• “RESET 1-RESET 7”
appears on the display.
• CD can be neither played
back nor ejected.
The CD player may function
incorrectly.
Press
and 0 at the
same time for more than 2
seconds. Be careful not to
drop CD when it is ejected.
• The unit does not work at
all.
The built-in microcomputer
may function incorrectly due to
noise, etc.
Press
and SEL at
the same time for more than 2
seconds to reset the unit. (The
clock setting and preset
stations stored in memory are
erased.)
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SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION
FOR KD-SX838R/S737R:
Maximum Power Output:
Front: 40 watts per channel
Rear: 40 watts per channel
Continuous Power Output (RMS):
Front: 16 watts per channel into 4 Ω, 40
to 20,000 Hz at no more than 0.8%
total harmonic distortion.
Rear: 16 watts per channel into 4 Ω, 40
to 20,000 Hz at no more than 0.8%
total harmonic distortion.
FOR KD-S707R:
Maximum Power Output:
Front: 35 watts per channel
Rear: 35 watts per channel
Continuous Power Output (RMS):
Front: 15 watts per channel into 4 Ω, 40
to 20,000 Hz at no more than 0.8%
total harmonic distortion.
Rear: 15 watts per channel into 4 Ω, 40
to 20,000 Hz at no more than 0.8%
total harmonic distortion.
FOR KD-SX838R/S737R/S707R:
Load Impedance: 4 Ω (4 to 8 Ω allowance)
Tone Control Range
Bass: ±10 dB at 100 Hz
Treble: ±10 dB at 10 kHz
Frequency Response: 40 to 20,000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB
Line-Out Level/Impedance: 2.0 V/20 kΩ load
(full scale) (KD-SX838R/S737R only)
Output Impedance: 1 kΩ
TUNER SECTION
Frequency Range
FM: 87.5 to 108.0 MHz
AM: (MW) 522 to 1,620 kHz
(LW) 144 to 279 kHz
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[FM Tuner]
Usable Sensitivity: 11.3 dBf (1.0 µV/75 Ω)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity:
16.3 dBf (1.8 µV/75 Ω)
Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz):
65 dB
Frequency Response: 40 to 15,000 Hz
Stereo Separation: 30 dB
Capture Ratio: 1.5 dB
[MW Tuner]
Sensitivity: 20 µV
Selectivity: 35 dB
[LW Tuner]
Sensitivity: 50 µV
CD PLAYER SECTION
Type: Compact disc player
Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical
pickup (semiconductor laser)
Number of channels: 2 channels (stereo)
Frequency Response: 5 to 20,000 Hz
Dynamic Range: 96 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 98 dB
Wow and Flutter: Less than measurable limit
GENERAL
Power Requirement
Operating Voltage: DC 14.4 volts (11 to 16
volts allowance)
Grounding System: Negative ground
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Installation Size:
182 x 52 x 150 mm
Panel Size: 188 x 58 x 14 mm
Mass: 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) (excluding accessories)
Design and specifications subject to change
without notice.
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
EN, GE, FR, NL
Printed in Singapore
1297MNMUIAJES