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JVC KD-LX3R Instructions Manual

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CD RECEIVER
CD-RECEIVER
RECEPTEUR CD
CD-RECEIVER
KD-LX3R
For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual.
Angaben zu Einbau und Verkabelung entnehmen Sie bitte der gesonderten Anleitung.
Pour l'installation et les raccordements, se référer au manuel séparé.
Zie de afzonderlijke handleiding voor details aangaande het installeren en verbinden van het
toestel.
SOUND
FUNC
SEL
1
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INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
SSM
RDS KD-LX3R
RPT
RND
INT/LO
MONO
BAND
2
3
4
5
6
MODE
DISP
TP
8
9
10
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12
For Customer Use:
Enter below the password
you have entered for your
security lock.
Retain this password for
futuer reference.
PASSWORD:
OFF/0
PTY
LVT0239-001A
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  • Page 1 Angaben zu Einbau und Verkabelung entnehmen Sie bitte der gesonderten Anleitung. Pour l’installation et les raccordements, se référer au manuel séparé. Zie de afzonderlijke handleiding voor details aangaande het installeren en verbinden van het toestel. INSTRUCTIONS BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING RDS KD-LX3R SOUND INT/LO MONO BAND FUNC MODE DISP...

  • Page 2: Important For Laser Products

    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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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 ... 5 RADIO OPERATIONS ... 6 Listening to the radio ... 6 Searching a station automatically: Auto search ...
  • Page 4 SOUND ADJUSTMENTS ... 24 Adjusting the sound ... 24 Selecting preset sound modes ... 26 Storing your own sound adjustments ... 27 OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS ... 28 Setting the clock ... 28 Controlling the volume automatically (Audio Cruise) ... 29 Changing the general settings (PSM) ...

  • Page 5: Basic Operations

    To operate the tuner, see pages 6 – 18. LINE To operate the CD player, see pages 19 – 23. To operate the CD changer, see pages 43 – 46. changer To operate the external component connected to the LINE IN plugs, To operate the DAB tuner, see pages 48 –...

  • Page 6: Radio Operations

    RADIO OPERATIONS Listening to the radio You can use either automatic searching or manual searching to tune into a particular station. Searching a station automatically: Auto search Note: This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2, FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to an FM broadcast.

  • Page 7: Searching A Station Manually: Manual Search

    Searching a station manually: Manual search Note: This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2, FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to an FM broadcast. Press and hold starts flashing on the display. To tune into stations of higher frequencies To tune into stations of lower frequencies...

  • Page 8: Storing Stations In Memory

    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).

  • Page 9: Manual Preset

    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 Tune into a station of 88.3 MHz. See page 6 to tune into a station.

  • Page 10: Tuning Into A Preset Station

    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 8 and 9. Select the number (1 – 6) for the preset station you want. Select the band.

  • Page 11: Rds Operations

    What you can do with RDS EON RDS (Radio Data System) allows FM stations to send an additional signal along with their regular program signals. For example, the stations send their station names, as well as information about what type of program they broadcast, such as sports or music, etc. Another advantage of RDS function is called “EON (Enhanced Other Networks).”...
  • Page 12 Mode 1 (AF:on / REG:off) Network-Tracking is activated with Regionalization set to “off.” Switches to another station within the same network when the received signals from the current station become weak. Note: In this mode, the program may differ from the one currently received. Mode 2 (AF:on / REG:on) Network-Tracking is activated with Regionalization set to “on.”...

  • Page 13: Using Standby Reception

    Using Standby Reception Standby Reception allows the unit to switch temporarily to your favorite program (PTY: Program TYpe) and Traffic Announcement (TA) from the current source (another FM RDS station, CD, and other connected components). Note: Standby Reception will not work if you are listening to an AM station. TA Standby Reception Press TP/RDS briefly to activate TA Standby Reception.
  • Page 14 PTY Standby Reception Press PTY to activate PTY Standby Reception. The PTY indicator either lights up or flashes on the display. (See below) • If you press the button while listening to an FM RDS station supporting PTY signals, the PTY indicator lights up, and the PTY code name (see “To select your favorite program for PTY Standby Reception”...

  • Page 15: Searching Your Favorite Program (Pty Search)

    Searching your favorite programme (PTY Search) You can search one of your 6 favorite program types stored in memory. When shipped from the factory, the following 6 program types have been stored in the number buttons (1 to 6). POP M ROCK M To store your favorite program types 3 1, 5...
  • Page 16 Finish the setting. To search your favorite program type Press and hold PTY (Program TYpe) for more than 1 second while listening to an FM station. The last selected PTY code and preset number appear. Select one of PTY codes stored in preset number buttons (1 to 6).

  • Page 17: Other Convenient Rds Functions And Adjustments

    Other convenient RDS functions and adjustments Automatic selection of the station when using the number buttons Usually when you press the number button, the preset station is tuned in. However, when the preset station is an RDS station, something different will happen. If the signals from that preset station are not sufficient for good reception, this unit starts searching another station broadcasting the same program as the original preset station is broadcasting, then if any station broadcasting the same program is found, the station will be tuned in.

  • Page 18: Automatic Clock Adjustment

    Automatic clock adjustment When shipped from the factory, the clock built in this unit is set to be readjusted automatically using the CT (Clock Time) data in the RDS signal. If you do not want to use automatic clock adjustment, follow the procedure below. •...

  • Page 19: Cd Operations

    Playing a CD FUNC Open the loading slot. The display panel moves down, and the loading slot appears. Insert a disc into the loading slot. The unit draws a CD, the display panel moves up, and CD play starts automatically. Total track number of the inserted disc Notes:...

  • Page 20: Playing A Cd Text

    Playing a CD Text In a CD Text, some information about the disc (its disc title, performer and track title) is recorded. You can show these disc information on the display. Select text display mode while playing a CD Text. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Notes: •...

  • Page 21: Locating A Track Or A Particular Portion On A Cd

    Locating a track or a particular portion on a CD To fast-forward or reverse the track Press and hold Press and hold 4 To go to the next tracks or the previous tracks Press the next track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning of the next tracks is located and played back.

  • Page 22: Selecting Cd Playback Modes

    Selecting CD playback modes To play back tracks at random (Random Play) You can play back all tracks on the CD at random. 1 Press MODE while playing a CD. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons can work as different function buttons.

  • Page 23: Prohibiting Cd Ejection

    To play back only intros (Intro Scan) You can play back the first 15 seconds of each track sequentially. 1 Press MODE while playing a CD. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons can work as different function buttons. 2 Press INT/LO (Intro/local), while “MODE”...

  • Page 24: Sound Adjustments

    SOUND ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the sound You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference. Select the item you want to adjust. Indication BASS Adjust the bass. TREBLE Adjust the treble. FADER* Adjust the front and rear speaker balance. BALANCE Adjust the left and right speaker balance.
  • Page 25 What is BBE? The BBE* function restores the brilliance and clarity of the original live sound in recording, broadcasts, etc. When a speaker reproduces sound, it introduces frequency-dependent phase shifting, causing high-frequency sounds to take longer to reach the ear than low frequency sounds. The BBE function adjusts the phase relationship between the low, mid and high frequencies by adding a progressively longer delay time to the low and mid frequencies, so that all frequencies reach the listener’s ears at the proper time.

  • Page 26: Selecting Preset Sound Modes

    Selecting preset sound modes You can select a preset sound adjustment suitable to the music genre. Light “MODE” on the lower part of the display. The number buttons can work as different function buttons. Within 5 seconds Select the sound control mode (SCM) you want. Each time you press SOUND, the sound control mode (SCM) changes as follows.

  • Page 27: Storing Your Own Sound Adjustments

    Storing your own sound adjustments You can adjust the sound control modes (BEAT, SOFT, POP: see page 26) to your preference and store your own adjustments in memory. 4, 5 3, 5 Light “MODE” on the lower part of the display. The number buttons can work as different function buttons.

  • Page 28: Other Main Functions

    OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS Setting the clock You can also set the clock system either to 24 hours or 12 hours. 1, 5 Press and hold SEL (Select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. To check the current clock time while the unit is turned off, press + or –.

  • Page 29: Controlling The Volume Automatically (Audio Cruise)

    Controlling the volume automatically (Audio Cruise) You can select the proper cruise mode for your car. This unit change the volume level automatically (at 3 possible levels) based on the driving speed of your car by detecting the alternator’s generating frequency (Audio Cruise). If you want to use this mode, follow the procedures below.
  • Page 30 When this function is turned on (the CRUISE indicator lights up on the display), the proper volume level is automatically selected among the 3 possible levels according to the driving speed, and the selected level is shown on the display. To adjust the volume increase rate If you find Audio Cruise increases (or decreases) the volume either too much or too little as the driving speed changes, you can adjust the increase rate by changing the boost level.

  • Page 31: Changing The General Settings (Psm)

    Changing the general settings (PSM) You can change the items listed on the next page by using the PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) control. Basic Procedure 1, 4 Press and hold SEL (Select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. Select the PSM item you want to adjust.
  • Page 32 Select. CLOCK HOUR Hour adjustment CLOCK MINUTE Minute adjustment CLOCK24H/12H 24/12-hour time display AUTO ADJUST Automatic setting of the clock CLOCK DISP Clock display TUNER DISP Display mode PTY STANDBY PTY standby PTY SEARCH PTY search TA VOLUME Traffic announcement volume LEVEL METER Level display...
  • Page 33 To select the clock display You can select either the clock or the source name to be shown on the lower part of the display. When shipped from the factory, the clock is selected. • CLK DISP ON: Clock • CLK DISP OFF:Source name (or station band) To check the other information during play Press DISP (Display).
  • Page 34 To turn on/off the key-touch tone 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. • BEEP ON: Activates the key-touch tone. •...

  • Page 35: Assigning Names To The Sources

    Assigning names to the sources You can assign names to CDs and the external component connected to the LINE IN plugs. After assigning a name, it will appear on the display when you select the source. Sources CDs* External component Select a source you want to assign a name to.
  • Page 36 Select the character set you want while “ ” is flashing. Each time you press the button, the character set changes as follows: Select a character. About the available characters, see page 37. Move the cursor to the next (or previous) character position.

  • Page 37: Available Characters

    Available characters Capital letters Small letters Numbers and symbols ” – Notes: • When you assign a name to the 41st disc, “NAME FULL” appears on the display. (In this case, delete unwanted names before assignment.) • When the CD changer CH-X1200 connected, you can assign names to CDs in CH-X1200. These names can also be shown on the display if you insert the CDs in this unit.

  • Page 38: Using The Security Lock

    Using the security lock You can prohibit the unauthorized use of this unit by the others. To use the security lock, you need to set the password first. Once you set the password, the unit will ask you to enter the password when you turn on the unit for the first time after re- installation (or after recovering the car battery exhaustion).
  • Page 39 Select a letter. Move the character entry position to the next. Repeat steps 2 to 4 until you enter all 4 characters. Finish the setting. The password flashes on the display for a while, then the unit returns to the normal operation mode. How to Use the Provided CODE Sticker Attach the provided CODE sticker in a conspicuous position on your car to notify would-be unauthorized users that the security lock function is provided for this unit...
  • Page 40 When Security Lock works? Once you register the password, “ to enter the password in the following cases: • When you turn on the unit for the first time after re-installing the unit. • When you turn on the unit for the first time after replacing the car battery – because it is completely used up.

  • Page 41: Remote Operations

    REMOTE OPERATIONS 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).

  • Page 42: Using The Remote Controller

    Using the remote controller 1 • Turns on the unit if pressed briefly. • 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. Press it again to resume the volume.

  • Page 43: Cd Changer Operations

    CD CHANGER OPERATIONS We recommend that you use one of the CH-X series (ex: CH-X1200) with your unit. 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 (KS-U15K) for connecting it to this unit.
  • Page 44 Press and hold 1 (7) – 6 (12) for more than 1 second. Ex. When disc number 3 is selected To show the CD Text information This is possible only when connecting a JVC CD automatic changer equipped with CD Text reading capability. See “Playing a CD Text” on page 20.

  • Page 45: Selecting Cd Playback Modes

    Selecting CD playback modes To play back tracks at random (Random Play) 1 Press MODE while playing a CD. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons can work as different function buttons. 2 Press RND (Random), while “MODE” is still on the display, so that the RND indicator lights up on the display.
  • Page 46 To play back only intros (Intro Scan) 1 Press MODE while playing a CD. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons can work as different function buttons. 2 Press INT/LO (Intro/local), while “MODE” is still on the display. Each time you press the button, CD intro scan mode changes as follows: Mode Indication...

  • Page 47: External Component Operations

    EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS Playing an external component When connecting an external component to the LINE IN plugs on the rear, you can select the component as the sound source. Select the external component. Each time you press the button, the source changes as described on page 5.

  • Page 48: Dab Tuner Operations

    We recommend that you use DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) tuner KT-DB1500 with your unit. If you have another DAB tuner, consult your JVC IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT dealer. • Refer also to the Instructions supplied with your DAB tuner. What is DAB system? DAB is one of the digital radio broadcasting systems available today.
  • Page 49 To search ensembles of higher frequencies To search ensembles of lower frequencies Select a service you want to listen to. 1 Press MODE. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display. 2 Press is still on the display. To change the display information while tuning into an ensemble Normally service name is shown on the upper part of the display.

  • Page 50: Storing Dab Services In Memory

    Storing DAB services in memory You can preset up to 6 DAB services in each DAB band (DAB1, DAB2 and DAB3) manually. Select the DAB tuner. Each time you press the button, the source changes as described on page 5. Select the DAB band (DAB1, DAB2, or DAB3).
  • Page 51 “MEMO” and preset number flash alternately for a while. Repeat the above procedure to store other DAB services into other preset numbers. Notes: • A previously preset DAB service is erased when a new DAB service is stored in the same preset number.

  • Page 52: Tuning Into A Preset Dab Service

    Tuning into a preset DAB service You can easily tune into a preset DAB service. Remember that you must store services first. If you have not stored them yet, see page 50. Select the DAB tuner. Each time you press the button, the source changes as described on page 5.

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    • 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.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    The antenna is not connected firmly. No CD is in the magazine. This unit is not connected to a CD changer correctly. The CD player may function incorrectly. Security lock is in use. The built-in microcomputer may function incorrectly due to noise, etc.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    [MW Tuner] Sensitivity: 20 µV Selectivity: 35 dB [LW Tuner] Sensitivity: 50 µV SPECIFICATIONS CD PLAYER SECTION Type: Compact disc player Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical pickup (semiconductor laser) Number of channels: 2 channels (stereo) , 40 Frequency Response: 5 to 20,000 Hz...
  • Page 56 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan EN, GE, FR, NL 0399MNMMDWOZK...

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