JVC KS-FX8RE Instructions Manual

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CASSETTE RECEIVER

CASSETTEN-RECEIVER

RADIOCASSETTE

RADIO/CASSETTESPELER

KS-FX8R

40Wx4

DISP

RDS

PTY

SCM

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

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K S - F X 8 R

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RPT

DAB

DOLBY B NR

TAPE

FM/AM

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Page 1 CASSETTE RECEIVER CASSETTEN-RECEIVER RADIOCASSETTE RADIO/CASSETTESPELER KS-FX8R KS-FX8R 40Wx4 DISP 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.
Page 2: 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 How to reset your unit ... 3 BASIC OPERATIONS ... 4 RADIO BASIC OPERATIONS ...
Page 3: How To Reset Your Unit
OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS ... 25 Setting the clock ... 25 Changing the general settings (PSM) ... 26 Basic Procedure ... 26 Canceling Advanced SCM ... 28 Selecting the clock display ... 28 Selecting the level display ... 28 Selecting the telephone muting ... 29 Selecting the external component to use ...
Page 4: Basic Operations
BASIC OPERATIONS 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. TAPE FM/AM ™ £ Adjust the sound as you want (see pages 21 – 24). To drop the volume in a moment Press briefly while listening to any source.
Page 5: Radio Basic Operations
RADIO BASIC OPERATIONS Listening to the radio FM/AM (FM1) (FM2) (FM3) To search stations of higher frequencies. 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 Press FM/AM repeatedly to select the band (FM or AM).
Page 6: 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 7: 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 FM/AM Repeat the above procedure to store other stations into other preset numbers.
Page 8: 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 6 and 7. FM/AM When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive: Press MO RND (Monaural/Random/Dolby) while listening to an FM stereo broadcast.
Page 9: 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 programme signals. For example, the stations send their station names, as well as information about what type of programme they broadcast, such as sports or music, etc. Another advantage of RDS function is called “EON (Enhanced Other Networks).”...
Page 10 Mode 1 The AF indicator lights up but the REG indicator does not. Network-Tracking is activated with Regionalization set to “off.” Switches to another station within the same network when the receiving signals from the current station become weak. Note: In this mode, the programme may differ from the one currently received.
Page 11: Using Standby Reception
Using Standby Reception Standby Reception allows the unit to switch temporarily to your favorite programme (PTY: Programme Type) and Traffic Announcement (TA) from the current source (another FM station, tape, CD and other connected components). Note: Standby Reception will not work if you are listening to an AM station. TA Standby Reception •...
Page 12: Selecting Your Favorite Programme For Pty Standby Reception
Selecting Your Favorite Programme for PTY Standby Reception You can select your favorite programme for PTY Standby Reception to store in memory. When shipped from the factory, “NEWS” is stored as the programme type for PTY Standby Reception. Searching Your Favorite Programme You can search one of your 6 favorite programme types stored in memory.
Page 13 To store your favorite programme types Press and hold the number button for more than 2 seconds to store the PTY code selected into the preset number you want. PTY preset number appears, and selected code name and “MEMORY” alternates on the display.
Page 14 To search your favorite programme type • If there is a station broadcasting a programme of the same PTY code you selected, that station is tuned in. • If there is no station broadcasting a programme of the same PTY code you selected, the station will not change.
Page 15: 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, using the AF data, tunes in another frequency broadcasting the same programme as the original preset station is broadcasting.
Page 16: Changing The Display Mode While Listening To An Fm Station
Changing the display mode while listening to an FM station You can change the initial indication on the display to either station name (PS NAME) or to station frequency (FREQ), while listening to an FM RDS station. • See also “Changing the general settings (PSM)” on page 26. 1.
Page 17: Tape Operations
Listening to a tape • When one side of the tape reaches its end during play, the other side of the tape automatically starts playing. (Auto Reverse) Note on One-Touch Operation: When a cassette is already in the cassette compartment, pressing TAPE 2 3 turns on the unit and starts tape play automatically.
Page 18: Prohibiting Cassette Ejection
To stop play and eject the cassette Press 0. Tape play stops, the control panel opens, then the cassette automatically ejects from the cassette compartment. If you change the source to FM, AM, CD changer or other connected component, the tape play also stops (without ejecting the cassette this time).
Page 19: Finding The Beginning Of A Tune
Finding the beginning of a tune Multi Music Scan 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 To locate a tune ahead of the current tune on the tape To locate a tune...
Page 20: Other Convenient Tape Functions
Other convenient tape functions Skipping the blank portions on the tape You can skip blank portions between the tunes. (Blank Skip) When this function is on, the unit skips blank portions of 15 seconds or more, fast-forwards to the next tune, then starts playing it. •...
Page 21: Sound Adjustments
SOUND ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the sound You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference. Indication Adjust the bass (Bass) Adjust the treble (Treble) Adjust the front and rear speaker (Fader)* balance Adjust the left and right speaker (Balance) balance LOUD Boost low and high frequencies to (Loudness) produce a well-balanced sound at low volume level.
Page 22: Using The Sound Control Memory
Using the Sound Control Memory You can select and store a preset sound adjustment suitable to each playback source. (Advanced SCM) Selecting and storing the sound modes Once you select a sound mode, it is stored in memory, and will be recalled every time you select the same source.
Page 23: Recalling The Sound Modes
Recalling the sound modes TAPE FM/AM ™ £ Notes: • You can adjust each 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 24.
Page 24: Storing Your Own Sound Adjustments
Storing your own sound adjustments You can adjust the sound modes (BEAT, SOFT, POP: see page 22) to your preference and store your own adjustments in memory. Within 5 seconds 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 22.
Page 25: Other Main Functions
OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS Setting the clock You can also set the clock system either to 24 hours or 12 hours. 2,3,4 Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. Finish the setting.
Page 26: 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 FM/AM Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display.
Page 27 Select. CLOCK H Hour adjustment CLOCK M Minute adjustment SCM LINK Sound control memory linkage 24H/12H 24/12-hour time display AUTO ADJ Automatic setting of the clock CLOCK Clock display TU DISP Tuner display mode PTY STBY PTY standby PTY SRCH PTY search TA VOL Traffic announcement...
Page 28: Canceling Advanced Scm
Canceling Advanced SCM You can cancel the Advanced SCM (Sound Control Memory), and unlink the sound modes and the playback sources. When shipped from the factory, a different sound mode can be stored in memory for each source so that you can change the sound modes simply by changing the sources. •...
Page 29: Selecting The Telephone Muting
Selecting the telephone muting This mode is used when a cellular phone system is connected. Depending on the phone system used, select either “MUTING 1” or “MUTING 2,” whichever mutes the sounds from this unit. When shipped from the factory, this mode is deactivated. •...
Page 30: Selecting The External Component To Use
Selecting the external component to use You can connect the external component to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 (not supplied). To use the external component as the playback source through this unit, you need to select which component —...
Page 31: Detaching The Control Panel
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. How to detach the control panel Before detaching the control panel, be sure...
Page 32: Cd Changer Operations
CD CHANGER OPERATIONS We recommend that you use one of the CH-X series 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 33: To Go To A Particular Disc Directly
To fast-forward or reverse the track Press and hold Press and hold 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. Press the current track.
Page 34: Selecting Cd Playback Modes
Selecting CD playback modes To play back tracks at random (Random Play) Each time you press MO RND CD random play mode changes as follows: Mode RND Indicator RND1 Lights RND2 Flashes To play back tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play) Each time you press RPT (Repeat) while playing a CD, CD repeat play mode changes as follows: Mode RPT Indicator...
Page 35: External Component Operations
EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS You can connect the external component to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 (not supplied). Preparations: • For connecting the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 and the external component, refer to the Installation/ Connection Manual (separate volume).
Page 36: 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 37 To search ensembles of higher frequencies. To search ensembles of lower frequencies. ∞ To stop searching before an ensemble is received, press the same button you have pressed for searching. To change the display information while tuning into an ensemble Normally service name is shown on the upper part of the display.
Page 38: 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. FM/AM FM/AM ∞ Select the DAB tuner. Each time you press and hold the button, the DAB tuner and the FM/AM tuner are alternately selected.
Page 39 Press and hold the number button (in this example, 1) for more than 2 seconds. 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 40: 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 pages 38 and 39. FM/AM FM/AM Select the DAB tuner. Each time you press and hold the button, the DAB tuner and the FM/AM tuner are alternately selected.
Page 41: What You Can Do More With Dab
What you can do more with DAB Tracing the same program automatically (Alternative Reception) You can keep listening to the same program • While receiving a DAB service: When driving in an area where a service cannot be received, this unit automatically tunes in another ensemble or FM RDS station broadcasting the same program.
Page 42: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE To extend the lifetime of the unit 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 heads To keep the tape clean CAUTIONS: •...
Page 43: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms • A cassette tape cannot be inserted. • Cassette tapes become hot. • Tape sound is at very low level and sound quality is degraded.
Page 44: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Front: 40 W per channel Rear: 40 W per channel Continuous Power Output (RMS): Front: 16 W per channel into 4 , 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8 % total harmonic distortion. Rear: 16 W per channel into 4 to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8 % total harmonic distortion.
Page 45 Having TROUBLE with operation? Please reset your unit Refer to page of How to reset your unit Haben Sie PROBLEME mit dem Betrieb? Bitte setzen Sie Ihr Gerät zurück Siehe Seite Zurücksetzen des Geräts Vous avez des PROBLÈMES de fonctionnement? Réinitialisez votre appareil Référez-vous à...
Page 46: In-Dash Mounting
Sie entsprechend Ihrem jeweiligen Auto Anpassungen vornehmen. Bei irgendwelchen Fragen oder wenn Sie Informationen hinsichtlich des Einbausatzes brauchen, wenden Sie sich an ihren JVC Autoradiohändler oder ein Unternehmen das diese Einbausätze vertreibt. Vor dem Einbau: Drücken sie (Freigabe der Bedienungsblende), um die Arretierung der Bedienungsblende zu lösen, sofern diese bereits angebracht ist.
Page 47: Electrical Connections
(see connection diagram) to the car’s chassis using shorter and thicker cords, such as copper braiding or gauge wire. If noise still persists, consult your JVC IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT dealer. • Maximum input of the speakers should be more than 40 watts at the rear and 40 watts at the front, with an impedance of 4 to 8 ohms.
Page 48 Batterieanschlußklemme anschließen. • Die gelbe Leitung (A4) wird in diesem Fall nicht verwendet. JVC CD changer/DAB tuner or another When connecting a CD changer, we recommend to use one of the CH-X series CD changers. • If your CD changer is one of the KD-MK series, you need an optional cord (KS-U15K).
Page 49 Haut-parleur avant CD changer and DAB tuner / CD-Wechsler und DAB-Tuner / Changeur CD et tuner DAB You can connect a JVC CD changer and/or a JVC DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) tuner. • For their connections, refer to the instructions supplied with them.

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