JVC RD-HA3 Owner Manual

RDHA3[B].book Page 1 Wednesday, June 6, 2007 5:00 PM

CD PORTABLE SYSTEM

RD-HA3B/RD-HA3W

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT1684-007A

[B]


Warnings, Cautions and Others

IMPORTANT for the U.K.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below:

IMPORTANT:

DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or green-and-yellow.

The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

CAUTION

—

(Standby/On) button!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely

(all lamps and indications go off). When installing the apparatus, ensure that the plug is easily accessible. The

(Standby/On) button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.

• When the unit is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.

• When the unit is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off.

The power can be remote controlled.

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:

The supplied AC adaptor is for use with JVC model

RD-HA3B/RD-HA3W.

To avoid risk of fire, and to prevent damage.

• Do not use AC adaptors except the supplied AC adaptor.

• Do not use the supplied AC adaptor for other equipment.

CAUTION

• 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.)

• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

• When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

• 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 apparatus.

CAUTION:

Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2.

CAUTION: Do not open the top cover or cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

3.

CAUTION: Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser radiation when open. Do not view directly with optical instruments.

4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL,

PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT.

G-1


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.

Front view Side view

Dear Customer,

This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.

European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is:

JVC Technology Centre Europe GmbH

Postfach 10 05 52

61145 Friedberg

Germany

Information for Users on Disposal of Old equipment

[European Union]

This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery and recycling in accordance with your national legislation.

Attention:

This symbol is only valid in the European

Union.

By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will help prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product, please contact your local municipal office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

(Business users)

If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page www.jvc-europe.com to obtain information about the take-back of the product.

[Other Countries outside the European Union]

If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment.

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1

Introduction

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.

How to Read This Manual

Contents

Connections................................................... 3

Basic Operations........................................... 5

Turning on the System .................................................5

Adjusting the Volume ..................................................5

Setting the Clock ..........................................................6

Adjusting the Sound.....................................................6

Changing the Display Brightness.................................6

Changing the Character Size........................................6

Turning Off the Power Automatically .........................6

Listening to the Radio .................................. 7

Listening to the Radio ..................................................7

Using Preset Tuning.....................................................8

Using Radio Data System............................. 9

Receiving FM Stations with Radio Data System.........9

Searching for a Program by PTY Codes ....................10

Switching Temporarily to a Program of Your Choice

Automatically .........................................................10

Description of the PTY codes ....................................11

Playing Back Discs/USB Devices............... 12

Playing Back a Disc/a USB Device ...........................12

Programming the Playing Order—Program Play ......14

Playing at Random—Random Play ...........................15

Playing Repeatedly.....................................................15

Prohibiting Disc Ejection ...........................................15

Listening to an iPod.................................... 16

Connecting the iPod ...................................................17

Playing the iPod .........................................................17

Listening to External Components ........... 18

Connecting a Portable Audio Device.........................18

Playing Back a Portable Audio Device......................18

Adjusting the Audio Input Level................................19

Switching to LINE Automatically—QP Link............19

Changing the QP Link Sensitivity..............................19

Timer Operations ....................................... 20

Using Sleep Timer......................................................20

Using Daily Timer......................................................20

Notes on Handling ...................................... 21

Notes on Operation..................................... 22

Playable Disc/File Types............................................22

Learning More about This System.............................22

Troubleshooting .........................................................25

Specifications .............................................. 26

In this manual, operations using the remote control are mainly explained; however, you can use the buttons and controls on the main unit if they have the same (or similar) name and marks.

• Button and control operations are explained in the table below.

• Some related tips and notes are explained later in the

( sections “Notes on Handling” and “Notes on Operation,” but not in the same section explaining the operations

indicates that the content has some information).

Indicates that you press the button briefly .

2 sec.

Remote

ONLY

Main Unit

ONLY

Indicates that you press the button briefly and repeatedly until an option you want is selected.

Indicates that you press one of the buttons.

Indicates that you press and hold the button for a specified period.

Indicates that this operation is only possible using the remote control.

Indicates that this operation is only possible using the main unit.

• In this manual, “file” and “track” are interchangeably used for MP3/WMA/WAV operations.


Parts Description

The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained.

STANDBY lamp

13, 15, 16 6 13 17 10 20 20 6 6

SLEEP CLOCK A.STANDBY

TA NEWS INFO STEREO MONO

ALL WAV WMA MP3 QP LINK

GROUP PRGM RANDOM RESUME

7

5, 20 13

Remote sensor

18 7, 8

7, 13 6 12, 15 5, 17, 18

15 14 13 15 13 19 8, 13, 14, 17

13 17 3 18 3

Remote Control

8, 13

7, 13

6, 8, 13, 14,

17, 20

13

7, 14, 15

15

9, 10

6

6

6

6

To insert batteries into the remote control

5, 20

20

6, 14, 20

6, 8, 19, 20

6, 20

13, 15

6

7, 8, 13,

15, 17, 18

19

5

5, 6,

17, 18

6

R6 (SUM-3)/AA (15F)

(supplied)

• Insert the batteries from the – (minus) end to prevent shortcircuit.

• If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace both batteries.

Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

When using the remote control

Point the top of the remote control toward the remote sensor as directly as possible. If you operate it from a diagonal position, the operating range (approx. 5 m) may be shorter.

2


Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.

Connecting the antenna

AM/FM antenna

To assemble the AM loop antenna

Connections

Connecting to the Front Panel Terminals

Headphones

Headphones

(not supplied)

To connect the AM antenna

To record the playback sound on an external component

To the external component

AM loop antenna

(supplied)

For better FM reception

FM outdoor antenna

(not supplied)

Audio cord with stereo mini plugs

(not supplied)

• You cannot record playback sound from the component connected to the LINE IN jack.

Connect

Disconnect

• Connect to an outdoor FM antenna using a 75 Ω wire with coaxial type connector (IEC or DIN45325).

3


Connecting the Power Cable

AC adaptor

Plug in the System only after all connections are complete.

AC adaptor

(supplied)

Power cord (supplied)

To a wall outlet

• Only use the JVC power cord provided for this System to avoid malfunction or damage to the System.

• Be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet when going out or when the System is not in use for an extended period of time.

• To use the System on a car battery, use a DC/AC converter

(not supplied).

Carrying the System

Inserting Batteries

Memory backup batteries

Install the memory backup batteries to avoid the preset stations or clock setting being erased in case of a power failure or unplugging of the power cord.

• Match the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries with the + and

– markings in the battery compartment.

R6 (SUM-3)/AA (15F)

(not supplied)

To operate the System on batteries

• Match the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries with the + and

– markings in the battery compartment.

Do not carry the System with one hand; otherwise, you may drop it.

• To prevent the System from rolling off, make sure to place the bottom on the floor or the installation place when putting the System down.

• Be sure to disconnect the AC adaptor and connection cables to external components before carrying the System.

R20/D (13F)

(not supplied)

4


Remote control

4 x

Source buttons

DIMMER

DISPLAY

CHARACTER

SIZE

MID/

TREBLE

Main unit

DISPLAY

Basic Operations

Turning on the System

Remote control: Main unit:

STANDBY/ON

CANCEL

SET

CLOCK/

TIMER

AUTO

STBY

The STANDBY lamp on the main unit turns off.

• When the power is supplied from an AC outlet...

– The System also turns on by pressing one of the source buttons.

– While QP Link is activated, the System turns on and sets the source to LINE by starting playback on the external device connected to the LINE IN terminal. (See page 19 for details.)

To turn off (on standby) the System


MUTING

VOLUME

+, –

SUBWOOFER

VOLUME +, –

The STANDBY lamp on the main unit lights in red.

• A small amount of power is always consumed even while on standby.

Adjusting the Volume

You can adjust the volume level from level 0 (VOLUME 0) to level 35 (VOLUME 35).

VOLUME +, –

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL +, –

To drop the volume in a moment

Remote

ONLY

To restore the volume, press again, or adjust the volume level.

For private listening

Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the main unit. The sound will no longer come out of the speakers. Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on the headphones.

• Disconnecting the headphones will activate the speakers again.

5


DO NOT turn off (on standby) the System with the volume set to an extremely high level; otherwise, the sudden blast of sound may damage your hearing, speakers and/or headphones when you turn on the System or start playback.

Setting the Clock

Remote

ONLY

• To return to the previous step, press [CANCEL].

• To cancel the setting during the process, press [CLOCK/

TIMER].

1 Activate the clock setting mode.

CLOCK

To adjust the tone

Remote

ONLY

You can adjust the middle range and treble level from –5 to

+5.

To adjust the middle range

MIDDLE

TREBLE

To adjust the treble

MIDDLE

TREBLE

Changing the Display Brightness

You can dim the display window.

DIMMER OFF

Normal

DIMMER ON

Dimmed

Remote

ONLY

0:00

• If you have already adjusted the clock before, press the button repeatedly until the clock setting mode is selected.

2 Set the time.

• Adjust the hour, then the minute.

• You can also use the number buttons to adjust the hour and minute.

Now the built-in clock starts working.

To check the current clock time during play

Clock

Source information

10:46

Changing the Character Size

Remote

ONLY

For some indications, you can change the character size on the display.

Large character

Normal character

Turning Off the Power Automatically

SET

On

CANCEL

Canceled

Remote

ONLY

Adjusting the Sound

To adjust the subwoofer volume

You can adjust the subwoofer volume from 1 to 6.


When Auto Standby is in use, the A.STANDBY indicator lights up on the display.

Auto Standby starts working (the A.STANDBY indicator starts flashing) in the following cases:

• CD: Playback stops or no disc is inserted.

• USB MEMORY: Playback stops or USB mass storage class device is disconnected.

• iPod: The iPod is disconnected.

• LINE: Playback stops or no component is connected.

If no operation is done or no signal comes in for about 3 minutes after the indicator starts flashing, the System turns off (on standby) automatically.

6


Remote control

Number buttons

PRESET

DOWN

PRESET

UP

FM MODE

Listening to the Radio

SET

TUNING

UP

TUNING

DOWN

FM/AM


To select the band (FM or AM)

Remote control:

FM

AM

Main unit:

FM

AM

To tune in to a station

While FM or AM is selected...


7

Main unit

FM/AM

4 x

DOWN

UP

The frequency starts changing on the display.

When a station (frequency) with sufficient signal strength is tuned in, the frequency stops changing.

• When you repeatedly press the button, the frequency changes step by step.

To stop searching manually, press either button.

If the FM station has poor reception

Remote

ONLY

MONO

The MONO indicator lights up on the display. Reception will improve though the stereo effect is lost—Monaural reception.

To restore the stereo effect, press the button again (the

MONO indicator disappears).


Using Preset Tuning

To preset the stations

Remote

ONLY

You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations.

1 Tune in to the station you want to preset.

• You can also store the monaural reception mode for FM preset stations if selected.

2 Activate the preset number entry mode.

FM 1 97.00

To tune in to a preset station

7 Using the number buttons

1 Select the band (FM or AM).

Remote

ONLY

FM

AM

• Finish the following process while the indication on the display is flashing.

3 Select a preset number for the station you store.

Examples:

To select preset number 5, press

[5].


[10].


[ 10], [2], then [5].

2 Select the preset number for the station you stored.

Examples:


[5].


[10].


[ 10], [2], then [5].

7 Using [PRESET UP] [PRESET DOWN] buttons

1 Select the band (FM or AM).

FM

AM

• You can also use [PRESET UP] and [PRESET

DOWN].

2 Select a preset station.

4 Store the station.

STORED

8


Remote control

PTY

SEARCH

PTY

SELECT –

PTY

SELECT +

Using Radio Data System

DISPLAY

MODE

TA/News/

Info

Receiving FM Stations with Radio Data

System

Remote

ONLY

Radio Data System allows FM stations to send an additional signal along with their regular program signals.

This System can receive the following types of Radio Data

System signals.

PS (Program Service) Shows commonly known station names.

PTY (Program Type) Shows types of broadcast programs.

RT (Radio Text) Shows text messages the station sends.

Enhanced Other

Networks

Provides information about the types of the programs broadcast by the Radio Data System stations of the different networks.

To show the Radio Data System information

While listening to an FM station...

PS

RT

PTY

PS

(Program

Service)

PTY

(Program

Type)

RT (Radio

Text)

While the System is searching for Radio

Data System information, “WAIT PS” appears and then the station name is displayed. “NO PS” appears if no signal is received.


Data System information, “WAIT

PTY” appears and then the type of the broadcast program is displayed. “NO

PTY” appears if no signal is received.


Data System information, “WAIT RT” appears and then text messages sent by the station are displayed. “NO RT” appears if no signal is received.

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Searching for a Program by

PTY Codes

Remote

ONLY

You can locate a particular kind of program from the preset channels (see page 8) by specifying the PTY codes.

To search for a program using the PTY codes

1 While listening to an FM station...

Switching Temporarily to a Program of

Your Choice Automatically

Remote

ONLY

The Enhanced Other Networks function allows the System to switch temporarily to a preset FM station broadcasting a program of your choice (TA, NEWS, or INFO).

• This function works while listening to an FM station providing the required signals.

While listening to an FM station, select the program type.

TA NEWS INFO TA NEWS

2 Select a PTY code.

Canceled

TA INFO

TA NEWS INFO NEWS INFO

3 Start searching.

FM30 108.00

Classics

Ex. When “Classics” is selected

The System searches 30 preset FM stations, and stops when the System finds the one you have selected. At this time, the selected PTY code flashes.

• If no program is found, “NOT FOUND” appears on the display.

• To search for the next station, press [PTY SEARCH] while the selected PTY code is flashing. After the selected PTY code stops flashing, the System automatically tunes in to the station.

• To stop searching any time during search, press [PTY

SEARCH].

TA NEWS INFO

TA Traffic announcement in your area

NEWS

News

INFO Program the purpose of which is to impart advice in the widest sense

How the Enhanced Other Networks function works:

CASE 1

If there is no station broadcasting the program you have selected:

The System continues tuning in to the current station.

«

When a station starts broadcasting the program you have selected, the System automatically switches to that station.

The program type starts flashing on the display.

«

When the program is over, the System goes back to the previously tuned station, but the Enhanced Other Networks function still remains active.

CASE 2

If there is a station broadcasting the program you have selected:

The System tunes in to the program. The program type starts flashing on the display.

«

When the program is over, the System goes back to the previously tuned station, but the Enhanced Other Networks function still remains active.

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Description of the PTY codes

None:

News:

Affairs:

Info:

Sport:

Educate:

Drama:

Culture:

Science:

Varied:

Pop M:

Rock M:

Easy M:

Light M:

Classics:

Other M:

No program type, undefined program, or difficult to categorize into particular types.

News.

Topical program expanding or enlarging upon the news—debate, or analysis.

Programs the purpose of which is to impart advice in the widest sense.

Programs concerned with any aspect of sports.

Educational programs.

All radio plays and serials.

Programs concerning any aspect of national or regional culture, including language, theater, etc.

Programs about natural sciences and technology.

Used for mainly speech-based programs such as quizzes, panel games and personality interviews.

Commercial music of current popular appeal.

Rock music.

Current contemporary music considered to be “easy-listening”.

Instrumental music, and vocal or choral works.

Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber music, etc.

Music not fitting into any of the other categories.

Weather:

Finance:

Children:

Social:

Religion:

Phone In:

Travel:

Leisure:

Jazz:

Country:

Weather reports and forecasts.

Stock Market reports, commerce, trading etc.

Programs targeted at a young audience.

Programs about sociology, history, geography, psychology and society.

Religious programs.

Involving members of the public expressing their views either by phone or at a public forum.

Travel information.

Programs about recreational activities.

Jazz music.

Songs which originate from, or continue the musical tradition of the American Southern

States.

Nation M:

Oldies:

Current popular music of the nation or region in that country’s language.

Music from the so-called “golden age” of popular music.

Folk M: Music which has its roots in the musical culture of a particular nation.

Document: Programs concerning factual matters, presented in an investigative style.

Test: Broadcasts for testing emergency broadcast equipment or unit.

Alarm: Emergency announcement.

• Classification of the PTY codes for some FM stations may be different from the above list.

NOTE

If an “Alarm” (Emergency) signal is received from a station while listening to an FM radio broadcast with Radio Data System, the System automatically switches to the broadcast sending the “Alarm” signal.

11


Remote control

Playing Back Discs/USB Devices

Playing Back a Disc/a USB Device

To insert a disc

Main Unit

ONLY

Number buttons

7

4 x

GROUP

CD 6

PLAY MODE

REPEAT

Main unit

CANCEL

GROUP UP

GROUP

DOWN

USB MEMORY

6

• When using an 8 cm disc, place it on the inner circle of the disc tray.

To close the disc tray, press [EJECT 0 ] again.

• If you press [CD

6

], the disc tray closes automatically and playback starts.

To connect a USB mass storage class device

You can connect a USB mass storage class device such as a

USB flash memory device, hard disk drive, multimedia card reader etc. to this System.

Flash memory device, portable audio player or other

USB mass storage class device (not supplied)

UP EJECT 0

STOP

CD 6

7

4

USB MEMORY

6

DOWN x

• Do not connect an iPod to the USB MEMORY terminal of the System.

• To disconnect the USB mass storage class device safely, disconnect it after turning the System off.

• You cannot connect a computer to the USB MEMORY terminal of the System.

• When connecting with a USB cable, use the shielded USB cable whose length is less than 1 m.

12


To play back a disc/a USB device

To start/pause: To stop:

CD USB

To select a track directly

Remote

ONLY

You can select a track directly and start playback.

Examples:

To select number 5, press [5].

To select number 10, press [10].

To select number 25, press

[ 10], [2], then [5].

To select number 136, press

[ 10], [ 10], [1], [3], then [6].

• While playing a disc/file: This System can store the stop point, and when you start playback again by pressing [CD

6 ] or [USB MEMORY 6 ] (even while on standby), it starts from the position where you have stopped—

Resume Play. (The RESUME indicator lights up on the display while playback is stopped.)

To stop completely while Resume is activated, press 7 twice. (Resume Play does not work for Audio CDs.)

Audio CD

CD 18

50:46

Music files

Total track number

Total playback time

To select a group

• Group name appears for MP3/

WMA/WAV playback.

• For the numbering system of groups and files, see “Data

Hierarchy” on page 22.

Remote

ONLY

To select a group directly

You can select a group directly and start playback.

MP3

File type indicator

Current group number

USB G 1 1

Current track number

To select a track

• While playing, press

4 twice quickly to skip to the beginning of the previous track.

To locate a particular portion—Search Play

While playing...

• You can scan tracks in fast-forward/fastreverse while holding the button.

To return to the normal playback, release the button.

13


Programming the Playing Order

—Program Play

Remote

ONLY

You can arrange the playing order of tracks (up to 99) before you start playback.

• Program Play cannot be used for files on a USB mass storage class device.

• Resume does not work for Program Play.

1 While playback is stopped, activate Program Play.

To check the programmed contents

While playback is stopped...

In the programmed order.

In the reverse order.

To modify the program


To erase the last track:

CD PROGRAM

2 Select the tracks you want for Program Play.

• For music files:

1 Select a group number.

2 Select a track number.

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 .

• For Audio CD:

1 Select track numbers.

To enter numbers:

PRGM

Examples:

To enter number 5, press [5].

To enter number 10, press

[10].


[ 10], [2], then [5].


[ 10], [ 10], [1], [3], then

[6].

To erase the entire program:

2 sec

To add another track to the program:

Repeat step 2 on page 14.

• Opening the disc tray will also erase the program.

To exit from Program Play


PRGM RANDOM

Canceled

• The program contents will remain.

3 Start playback.

Playback starts in the order you have programmed.

To skip:

To pause/restart: To stop:

14


Playing at Random

—Random Play

Remote

ONLY

You can play all the tracks at random.

• Random Play cannot be used for files on a USB mass storage class device.

1 While playback is stopped, activate Random Play.

Playing Repeatedly

Remote

ONLY

You can repeat playback.

While playing or before playback...

Canceled

GROUP

ALL

RANDOM

CD RANDOM

2 Start playback.

Playback starts in random order. Random

Play ends when the entire disc has been played.

To skip to another track:

To pause/restart: To stop:

Repeats the current track.

GROUP Repeats the current group (only for music files).

ALL Repeats all the tracks on the disc/USB mass storage class device.

Prohibiting Disc Ejection

Main Unit

ONLY

You can lock the disc tray so that no one can eject the loaded disc.

• Change the source to CD before the operation.

• AC power supply is required to do the operation while the

System is turned off.

To exit from Random Play


PRGM RANDOM

Canceled

(at the same time)

LOCKED

To cancel the prohibition, repeat the same procedure.

“UNLOCKED” appears on the display.

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Remote control

4 iPod 6

Main unit

STOP 7 iPod 6

Listening to an iPod

x

VOLUME

+, –

VOLUME +, –

4 x

You can operate an iPod through the System.

• You can also operate the iPod directly even while it is connected to the System. For details on the operations, refer to the instructions of your iPod.

• Before connecting your iPod to the System, check its type and software version.

Compatible iPod types: iPod nano 1G/2G/4G iPod nano (2nd Generation) 2G/4G/8G iPod mini 4G/6G iPod (4th Generation) 20G/40G iPod photo (4th Generation) 20G/30G/40G/60G iPod video (5th Generation) 30G/60G/80G

• iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• If the iPod does not play correctly, update your iPod software to the latest version.

– For details about updating your iPod, check on the Apple web site <http://www.apple.com>.

• The battery in the iPod is charged while the System is on standby or while iPod is selected as the source. (When operating the System on batteries, the battery in the iPod is charged only while the System is turned on and iPod is selected as the source.)

– Refer to the instructions supplied with your iPod for the recharge time.

NOTE

If an iPod which is not on the compatible iPod types list above is connected, the iPod may not be operated from the

System. In this case, deactivate the iPod battery charge function so that the iPod may be operated, but the iPod cannot be charged through the System.

To activate/deactivate the battery charge function

While “iPod” is selected as the source...

Main Unit

ONLY

2 sec iPod CHARGE

ON

ON

OFF

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Connecting the iPod

To pause/restart

5 mark iPod

(not supplied) arrow mark

Stand for iPod

(supplied)

Connecting cable for iPod (supplied)

To select a track

• Press 4 twice quickly to skip to the beginning of the previous track.

To locate a particular portion—Search Play

While playing...

• You can scan tracks in fast-forward/fastreverse while holding the button.

To return to the normal playback, release the button.

To turn off the iPod (sleep mode)

2 sec.

Insert the plug into the iPod terminal on the System with the arrow mark side down and align the arrow mark with

5

mark on the front panel.

• Do not insert the plug forcibly into the iPod terminal with the arrow mark side up; otherwise, the plug and/or the terminal may be damaged or broken.

Playing the iPod

1 Set the volume level to the minimum.

• Turning off the System* or changing “iPod” to another source also turns off the iPod.

* Turning off the System may not turn off the iPod depending on the current source.

2 Start playing the iPod.

The iPod is turned on and starts playing.

3 Adjust the volume to the desired listening level.

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Remote control

Listening to External Components

Connecting a Portable Audio Device

Main unit

LINE

SET

LINE

QP LINK

VOLUME +, –

To the headphone jack

Audio cord with stereo mini plugs (not supplied)

Playing Back a Portable Audio Device

1 Set the volume level to the minimum.

2 Select LINE as the source.

VOLUME +, –

3 Start playing the auxiliary equipment.

• Refer also to the instructions of the connected device.

4 Adjust the volume to the desired listening level.

You cannot record playback sound from the component connected to the LINE IN jack. (No audio signals are emitted from the LINE OUT jack while “LINE” is selected as the source.)

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Adjusting the Audio Input Level

Remote

ONLY

If the sound from the component connected to the LINE IN jack is too loud or is too quiet when changing from another source to “LINE,” you can change the audio input level through the LINE IN jack (without changing the volume level).

While LINE is selected as the source...

2 sec

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 3 LEVEL 2

When QP Link is activated, connecting a portable device to the LINE IN jack and starting playback performs the following:

• While listening to another source...

Changes the source to LINE automatically. (If you change from LINE to another source, QP Link will be canceled.)

• While the System is on standby...

Turns on the System and changes the source to LINE automatically.

To deactivate QP Link

“QP LINK OFF” appears on the display and the QP LINK indicator disappears.

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

Select this when the sound is too loud with

“LEVEL 2” selected. This setting is recommended when connecting an audio device other than a portable audio device to the LINE IN jack.

Select this when the sound is too loud with

“LEVEL 3” selected.

Select this when listening to a portable audio device (initial setting).

Switching to LINE Automatically

—QP Link

Remote

ONLY

Quick Portable Link (QP Link) automatically switches the source to LINE as the auxiliary equipment connected to the

LINE IN jack starts playback.

• Make sure to set the volume of your portable audio device loud enough so that the System can detect the sound signal.

• QP Link does not work when the System is operating on batteries.

To activate QP Link

Changing the QP Link Sensitivity

Remote

ONLY

You can change the LINE IN jack sensitivity if QP Link malfunctions by detecting non-playback signals such as switching noises from the auxiliary equipment.

While LINE is selected as the source...

2 sec

QP: LEVEL1

QP: LEVEL2

QP: LEVEL1 Normally select this. (Initial setting)

QP: LEVEL2

Select this when QP Link works mistakenly.

QP LINK

QP LINK ON

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Timer Operations

1 Enter the timer setting mode.

Remote control

4

STANDBY/ON

SLEEP

CANCEL

SET

CLOCK/

TIMER x

0:00- 0:00

• When the clock has not been set, pressing [CLOCK/

TIMER] makes the System enter the clock setting mode

(see page 6).

2 Set the timer as you like.

Repeat the procedure for the following settings until finished—

Using Sleep Timer

Remote

ONLY

You can set the shut-off time so that you can go to bed without turning off the System yourself.

1 Specify the time (in minutes).

10 20 30 60

Canceled

180 150

90

120

2 Wait until the set time disappears.

The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display and the display dims.

To check the time remaining until the shut-off time, press

[SLEEP].

• If you press the button repeatedly, you can change the shutoff time.

Using Daily Timer

Remote

ONLY

Using Daily Timer, you can wake up with your favorite music.

• You need to set the built-in clock before using the Daily

Timer (see page 6).

• To exit from the timer settings, press [CLOCK/TIMER] as required.

• To correct a mis-entry during the process, press

[CANCEL]. You can go back to the previous step.

• When using an iPod as the playback source, activate the iPod battery charge function (see page 16).

1 Set the hour then the minute for the on-time.

* 1

2 Set the hour then the minute for the off-time.

* 1

3 Select the playback source—“FM,” “AM,” “CD,”

“USB MEMORY,” or “iPod.”

4 Select the volume level (from “0” to “35” and

“VOL – –” * 2 ).

* 1 You can also use the number buttons to adjust the hour and minute.

* 2 If you select “VOL – –,” the volume is set to the same level as when the System was last turned off.

Once the settings are completed, the Timer setting information appears in sequence.

3 Prepare the source selected in step 2 .

• FM, AM: Select the desired station/channel.

• CD: Set a disc.

• iPod, USB MEMORY: Connect the component.

4 Turn off the System (on standby).

6:00

To cancel or reactivate the Timer

TIMER SET

OFF? CANCEL

To reactivate the Timer

To cancel the Timer

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Notes on Handling

Suitable Locations for the System

• Install the System in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat build-up in the System.

DO NOT install the System in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or vibration.

• Install in 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 the TV.

Precautions

Power sources

• When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull on the plug, not the AC power cord.

• If you are not going to operate the System for an extended period of time, unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.

DO NOT handle the AC power cord with wet hands.

Internal heat

• Make sure there is good ventilation around the System.

Poor ventilation could cause the System to overheat and become damaged.

DO NOT block the ventilation openings or holes. If they are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.

Others

• Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the System, unplug the AC power cord and consult your dealer before operating any further.

DO NOT disassemble the System since there are no user serviceable parts inside.

If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and consult your dealer.

Condensation

Moisture may condense on the lenses inside the System in the following cases:

• After starting to heat the room

• In a damp room

• If the System is brought directly from a cold place into a warm place.

Should this occur, the System may malfunction. In this case, leave the System turned on for a few hours until the moisture evaporates, unplug the AC power cord, then plug it in again.

Maintenance

To get the best performance out of the System, keep your discs and the mechanism clean.

Cleaning the System

• Stains should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the System is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth soaked in waterdiluted neutral detergent and wrung well, then wipe clean with a dry cloth.

• Since the System may deteriorate in quality, become damaged or get its paint peeled off, be careful about the following:

– DO NOT wipe it with a hard cloth.

– DO NOT wipe it forcefully.

– DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine.

– DO NOT apply any volatile substances such as insecticides to it.

– DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in contact for a long time.

Handling discs

• Remove the disc from its case by holding it at the edge while pressing the center hole lightly.

• Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc, or bend the disc.

• Put the disc back in its case after use to prevent warping.

• Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc when placing it back in its case.

• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, extreme temperature, and moisture.

To clean the disc:

Wipe the disc with a soft cloth in a straight line from center to edge.

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Notes on Operation

Playable Disc/File Types

• Audio CD.

• CD-R/-RW recorded in the Audio CD format.

• MP3, WMA or WAV files on DVD-R/-RW, CD-R/

-RW or USB mass storage class device.

In addition to the above discs/files, this System can play back audio data recorded on CD-Extra/CD Text.

• The following discs cannot be played back:

DVD Video, DVD Audio, DVD-RAM, VCD, SVCD,

CD-I (CD-I Ready), CD-ROM, Photo CD, CD-G (CD-

Graphics), and DVD Text.

Playing back these discs will generate noise and damage the speakers.

Caution for DualDisc playback

The Non-DVD side of a “DualDisc” does not comply with the “Compact Disc Digital Audio” standard. Therefore, the use of the Non-DVD side of a DualDisc in this product may not be recommended.

Data Hierarchy

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5

(Root)

Group with its play order

Track with its play order

Learning More about This System

Connections

(see pages 3 and 4)

Connecting the antenna:

• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords or the power cord. Also, keep the antennas away from metallic parts of the System, connecting cords, and the AC adaptor. This could cause poor reception.

To record the playback sound on an external component:

• Sound adjustment does not affect the recorded sound.

Inserting Batteries:

• The memory backup batteries will not be consumed as long as the power is supplied from an AC outlet or 10 loaded batteries. However, if no power is supplied to the System, the memory backup batteries should be replaced with new ones approximately every 12 months to securely maintain the contents of the memory.

• Before replacing the memory backup batteries, always connect the AC adaptor to the System to prevent the contents of memory from being erased.

• When a power failure occurs, the time indication disappears from the display to save the battery power of the memory backup batteries.

• Unplug the AC adaptor from the System to supply the power through the batteries.

• When the batteries are exhausted, “LOW BATTERY” appears on the display and mistracking will occur during disc playback. If this happens, replace the batteries.

Basic Operations


Turning on the System:

• When operating the System on batteries...

– The STANDBY lamp does not light.

– The backlight of the display does not turn on.

– While the System is turned off (on standby), the clock indication is not displayed.

– While the System is turned off (on standby), you can use only [ (Standby/On)] on the main unit.

([STANDBY/ON ] on the remote control does not work.)

– While the System is turned off (on standby), you cannot lock/unlock the disc tray.

– QP Link does not work.

– Daily Timer does not work.

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Setting the Clock:

• “0:00” will flash on the display until you set the clock.

• The clock may gain or lose 1 to 2 minutes per month. If this happens, reset the clock.

Adjusting the Sound:

• The subwoofer volume adjustment does not affect the sound through the headphones.

• Tone adjustments affect the sound through the headphones.

Turning Off the Power Automatically:

• Auto Standby does not work while listening to an FM or

AM station.



Using Preset Tuning:

• If you store a new station into an occupied preset number, the previously stored station in that number will be erased.

• To prevent the preset stations from being erased because of a power failure, etc., install memory backup batteries in the

System. (See page 4.)

Using Radio Data System

(see pages 9 to 11)

Receiving FM Stations with Radio Data System:

• The System may not receive a Radio Data System signal from a station if the station is not transmitting the signals properly or if the signal is weak.

Switching Temporarily to a Program of Your Choice

Automatically:

• Turning off the System also cancels the Enhanced Other

Networks function.

• The Enhanced Other Networks data sent from some stations may not be compatible with the System.

• While listening to a program tuned in with the Enhanced

Other Networks function, the station does not change even if another network station starts broadcasting the same

Enhanced Other Networks program.

• While listening to a program tuned in with the Enhanced

Other Networks function, you can only use [TA/News/

Info] and [DISPLAY MODE] for tuner operations. (If you press any other button, “EON LOCKED!” appears on the display.)

• If the station changes intermittently between the station tuned in to by the Enhanced Other Networks function and the current station, press [TA/News/Info] to cancel the

Enhanced Other Networks function.

Playing Back Discs/USB Devices

(see pages 12 to 15)

Playing Back a Disc/a USB Device:

• When you change the source to CD or USB MEMORY, it may take a while to activate the source.

• This System can recognize up to 4 000 tracks on a disc/

USB mass storage class device. Also, the System can recognize up to 150 tracks per group and up to 99 groups on a disc/USB mass storage class device.

– If there are any unplayable files in a folder, those files are also counted in the total file number.

– Playable files which do not belong to any group are handled as group 1.

• Resume Play does not work when you turn on the System by pressing [ (Standby/On)] on the main unit or

[STANDBY/ON ] on the remote control.

• For the playback of files on a USB mass storage class device...

– When connecting a USB mass storage class device, refer also to its instructions.

– JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data on the

USB mass storage class device while using this System.

– You cannot send any data to your USB mass storage class device from this System.

– You can charge the connected USB mass storage class device while USB MEMORY is selected as the source.

– Connect one USB mass storage class device to the

System at a time. Do not use a USB hub.

– While playing back a file on a USB mass storage class device, do not disconnect the device. It may cause malfunction on both the System and the device.

– It will take some time to start up a Digital Audio Player larger than 1 Gigabyte.

– This System cannot recognize a USB mass storage class device whose rating exceeds 5 V/500 mA.

– This System is compatible with USB Full Speed (not compatible with USB 1.1).

– This System may not play back some USB mass storage class devices.

– While the System is reading a disc, changing the source to USB MEMORY may cause the System to continue playing back the CD source. In this case, press

7

to reactivate the USB source.

– You can play back the following types of files on a USB mass storage class device (maximum data transfer rate: 2

Mbps): MP3, WMA, WAV.

– You cannot play back a file larger than 2 Gigabyte.

– When playing a file which has a large transfer rate, sounds may be dropped during playback.

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• For MP3/WMA/WAV playback...

– This System can play back MP3/WMA/WAV files with the extension code <.mp3>, <.wma>, or <.wav>

(regardless of the letter case—upper/lower).

– It is recommended that you make each MP3/WMA file at a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at a bit rate of 128 kbps.

For WAV files: 44.1 kHz/16 bit. This System cannot play back files made at a bit rate of less than 64 kbps.

– This System can play only a disc of ISO 9660 Level 1 or

Level 2.

– This System may not play back some files even though their formats are listed above.

– This System does not support DRM (Digital Rights

Management).

– MP3/WMA/WAV discs require a longer readout time than regular CDs. (It depends on the complexity of the group/file configuration.)

– Some MP3/WMA/WAV files cannot be played back and will be skipped. This results from their recording processes and conditions.

Listening to an iPod


Playing the iPod:

• Sound distortion may occur when playing back audio sources with high recording levels. When this occurs, it is recommended to turn off the equalizer of the iPod, or turn on the sound check function of the iPod. For information on operating the iPod, refer to the instructions supplied with your iPod.

• JVC is not responsible for any loss of or damage to an iPod that might result from the use of this product.

• When you connect your iPod to the cable, make sure it connects all the way in.

• Do not carry the System with an iPod connected. You might drop it down or it might cause damages to the connectors.

• Do not touch or hit the iPod terminal pins or the connector pins directly. They might be damaged.

• Remove the iPod from the cable when not in use.

• You cannot send any data to your iPod from the System.

Listening to External Components


Switching to LINE Automatically—QP Link:

• When QP Link fails due to a weak sound signal from the

LINE IN jack, Auto Standby may turn the System off even if you can hear the sound from the speakers.

In such cases, adjust the volume level of the external component louder so that the System can detect the sound signal properly.

• Doing one of the following operations will deactivate QP

Link temporarily.

– Changing from LINE to another source.

– Pressing [ (Standby/On)] to turn the System off.

– Turning the System off by the preset Timer.

In such cases, the following will reactivate QP Link:

– When the sound signal from the LINE IN jack stops or is too weak for about 30 seconds.

– Unplugging the component from the LINE IN jack, then plugging it in again.

• QP Link may start working when you just plug in the component to the LINE IN jack or unplug it. This is not a malfunction.

Timer Operations

(see page 20)

Using Daily Timer:

• Daily Timer does not function with iPods that are not compatible with this System.

• Daily Timer does not function when operating the System on batteries.

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Troubleshooting

General:

Adjustments or settings are suddenly canceled before you finish.

s There is a time limit. Repeat procedure again.

Operations are disabled.

s The built-in microprocessor may malfunction due to external electrical interference.

Unplug the AC power cord and then plug it back in.

Unable to operate the System from the remote control.

s The path between the remote control and the remote sensor on the System is blocked.

s The batteries are exhausted. Replace the batteries.

No sound is heard.

s Headphones are connected.

Radio Operations:

Hard to hear broadcasts because of noise.

s Antenna connections are incorrect or loose.

s The AM loop antenna is too close to the System.

s The FM antenna is not properly extended and positioned.

Disc/File Playback Operations:

The disc does not play.

s The disc is placed upside down. Place the disc with the label side up.

The disc tray does not open.

s Unlock the disc tray (see page 15).

ID3 Tag on an MP3 file cannot be shown.

s There are two types of ID3 Tag—Version 1 and Version

2. This System can only show ID3 Tag Version 1.

Groups and tracks are not played back as you expect.

s The playing order is determined when the groups and tracks were recorded. It depends on the writing application.

The disc sound is discontinuous.

s The disc is scratched or dirty.

QP Link Operations:

The System automatically turns on even if the Timer turns the System to standby or if you turn the System to standby while playback is going on the portable audio device. s In this case, deactivate QP Link or stop playback on the device connected to the LINE IN jack.

Timer Operations:

Daily Timer does not work.

s The System has already been turned on when the ontime has come. Daily Timer starts working only when the System is turned off.

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Specifications

Amplifier

Output Power

(10% THD) 10 W (5 W + 5 W) at 4 Ω (full range),

30 W (15 W + 15 W) at 4 Ω (woofer)

Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz)

LINE IN 500 mV/47 k

250 mV/47 k

125 mV/47 k

Ω (at “LEVEL 1”)



Output Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz)

PHONES 16 Ω – 1 k Ω

LINE OUT

0 – 12 mW/ch output into 32

500 mV/4.7 k Ω

Ω

Disc Player

Playable disc CD/CD-R/CD-RW (CD-DA/MP3/

WMA/WAV format)

DVD-R/-RW (MP3/WMA/WAV

Playable file

Dynamic range format)

MP3/WMA/WAV

90 dB

Signal-to-noise ratio 95 dB

Wow and Flutter Immeasurable

USB

Compatible with USB 2.0 Full Speed

Compatible Device Mass Storage Class

Playable file

Compatible File System

MP3/WMA/WAV

Bus Power Supply

FAT16, FAT32

Max. 500 mA

Tuner

FM Tuner

Tuning Range

AM Tuner

Tuning Range

Antenna

87.50 MHz – 108.00 MHz

522 kHz – 1 629 kHz

FM telescopic antenna

Outdoor FM antenna jack

AM loop antenna

Speakers

Full range

Subwoofer

8 cm × 2, 4 Ω

13 cm × 2, 4 Ω

General

Dimensions (W/H/D) 630 mm × 223 mm × 205 mm

Mass 7.7 kg (without batteries)

8.9 kg (with batteries)

Power Specifications

Power Source DC 15 V (“R20/D(13F)” batteries ×10)

DC 18 V (EXTERNAL DC IN)

DC 3 V (“R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F)” batteries × 2, for memory backup)

AC Adaptor (AA-R1802)

Input AC 230 V , 50 Hz

Output DC 18 V , 1.0 A

Power Supply to iPod 5 V/500 mA

Power Consumption

AC 230 V , 50 Hz

23 W (power on mode)

0.9 W (in standby mode)

Supplied Accessories

• AM loop antenna (×1)

• Remote control (×1)

• Batteries—R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F) (×2)

• Power cord (×1)

• AC adaptor (×1)

• Connection cable for iPod (×1)

• Stand for iPod (×1)

• Core filter (×1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

• Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the

United States and/or other countries.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

“SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT”

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

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Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

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DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way—switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode.

Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this.

Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings.

Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws—to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

– NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case —this could result in a fatal electrical shock.

– NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind—it is better to be safe than sorry!

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