If you press M (MODE), the unit goes into functions mode, then the number buttons work as different function buttons. • When connecting a JVC MP3-compatible CD changer: The 5/∞ buttons will also work as +10/–10 buttons after pressing M (MODE).
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 How to reset your unit ... How to use the M (MODE) button ...
MO (monaural), ST (stereo) k Volume (or audio) level indicator l MP3 indicator • Lights up only when playing an MP3 disc on a JVC MP3-compatible CD changer. (disc) indicator • Lights up only when connecting to a CD changer. z Main display x RND (random) indicator •...
Remote controller SOUND SOURCE 1 • Turns on the unit if pressed when the unit is turned off. • Turns off the unit if pressed and held until “SEE YOU” appears on the display. • Drops the volume level in a moment if pressed briefly.
Preparing the remote controller Before using the remote controller: • Aim the remote controller directly at the remote sensor on the main unit. Make sure there is no obstacle in between. Remote sensor • Do not expose the remote sensor to strong light (direct sunlight or artificial lighting).
Turning on the power Turn on the power. 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. Select the source. To operate the tuner (FM or AM), see pages 9 –...
Setting the clock Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. (PSM: see page 19.) Set the hour. 1 Select “CLOCK H” (hour) if not shown on the display.
Listening to the radio You can use either automatic searching or manual searching to tune in to a particular station. Searching a station automatically: Auto search Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM). Each time you press the button, the band changes as follows: Selected band appears.
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Searching a station manually: Manual search Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM). Each time you press the button, the band changes as follows: Note: This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2, FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to an FM broadcast.
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).
Press and hold the number button (in this example, 1) for more than 2 seconds. “P1” flashes for a few seconds. 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.
Listening to a cassette You can play back type I (normal) tapes. Open the control panel. Note on One-Touch Operation: When a cassette is already in the cassette compartment, pressing TAPE (CD-CH) turns on the unit and starts tape play automatically. Insert a cassette into the cassette compartment.
Finding the beginning of a tune Multi Music Scan (MMS) allows you to automatically start playback from the beginning of a specified tune. You can specify up to 9 tunes ahead of or before the current tune. During playback Specify the tune you want to locate (how many tunes ahead of or before the current tune).
Playing the current tune repeatedly You can play the current tune repeatedly (Repeat Play). Press M (MODE) to enter the functions mode while playing a tune you want to hear over again on a cassette. Press RPT (repeat), while still in the functions mode, so that “REPEAT”...
SOUND ADJUSTMENTS Selecting preset sound modes (C-EQ: custom equalizer) You can select a preset sound mode (C-EQ: custom equalizer) suitable to the music genre. Select the sound mode you want. When you press the button once, the last selected sound mode is recalled and applied to the current source.
Adjusting the sound You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference. Select the item you want to adjust. Each time you press the button, the adjustable items change as follows: (bass) (treble) LOUD (volume) (loudness) Indication To do: BAS* Adjust the bass.
OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS Changing the general settings (PSM) You can change the items listed in the table on page 19 by using the PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) control. Basic Procedure Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display.
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Preferred Setting Mode (PSM) items • For detailed operations of each PSM items, refer to the pages listed in the table. Indications CLOCK H Hour adjustment CLOCK M Minute adjustment LEVEL Level meter B.SKIP Blank skip EXT IN* External component * Displayed only when one of the following sources is selected—FM, AM, and TAPE.
Detaching the control panel 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. Detaching the control panel Before detaching the control panel, be sure to turn off the power.
CD CHANGER OPERATIONS We recommend that you use the JVC MP3- compatible CD changer with your unit. By using this CD changer, you can play back your original CD-Rs (Recordable) and CD-RWs (Rewritable) recorded either in audio CD format or in MP3 format.
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• When the current disc is a CD: Playback starts from the first track of the current disc. Disc number Track number Elapsed playing time Track number Notes: • When you press TAPE (CD-CH), the power automatically comes on. You do not have to press to turn on the power.
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This operation is only possible when using JVC MP3-compatible CD changer (CH-X1500). To go to a track/file quickly Press M (MODE) to enter the functions mode while playing a disc. Press 5 (up) or ∞ (down). To skip 10 tracks/files*...
Selecting the playback modes To play back tracks/files at random (Disc Random/Magazine Random Play) Press M (MODE) to enter the functions mode during play. Press RND (random), while still in the functions mode, so that “DISC RND” or “MAG RND” appears on the display. Each time you press the button, the random play mode changes as follows:...
EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS Playing an external component You can connect the external component to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adapter KS-U57 (not supplied). Preparations: • For connecting the Line Input Adapter KS-U57 and the external component, refer to the Installation/ Connection Manual (separate volume).
TROUBLESHOOTING What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • This unit does not work at all. • SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory) automatic preset does not work.
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Symptoms • “NO CD” appears on the display. • “NO MAG” appears on the display. • MP3 disc is skipped or cannot be played back. • Noise is generated while playing an MP3 disc. • A longer readout time is required for an MP3 disc.
MAINTENANCE This unit requires very little attention, but you will be able to extend the life of the unit if you follow the instructions below. To clean the head • Clean the heads after every 10 hours of use using a wet-type head cleaning tape (available at an audio store).
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Front: 45 W per channel Rear: 45 W per channel Continuous Power Output (RMS): 17 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz Front: to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. 17 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz Rear: to 20 000 Hz at no more than...
• However, you should make adjustments corresponding to your specific car. If you have any questions or require information regarding installation kits, consult your JVC car audio dealer or a company supplying kits. Before mounting: Press (control panel release button) to detach the control panel if already attached.
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• When using the optional stay !"# • • • Fire wall Stay (option) Washer Lock nut Dashboard Screw (option) Sleeve Mounting bolt Install the unit at an angle of less Less than 30° than 30° 30° !"#$% 30° Removing the unit •...
If noise still persists, consult your JVC car audio dealer. • Maximum input of the speakers should be more than 45 W at the rear and 45 W at the front, with an impedance of 4 Ω...
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External component / Line Input Adapter KS-U57 (not supplied with this unit) !"#KS-U57 KS-U57 KS-U57 KS-FX771 JVC CD changer jack !" JVC CD JVC CD JVC CD CAUTION / • To prevent short-circuit, cover the terminals of the UNUSED leads with insulating tape.