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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No.
which are located either on the rear, bot-
tom or side of the cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1040-013A
[UJ]
FS-X1
Consists of CA-FSX1 and SP-FSX1
SP-FSX1
CA-FSX1
SP-FSX1
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
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.
CAUTION
I About the Internal Cooling Fan
This unit includes an internal cooling fan, so as to allow for high-
power operation within a small space.
This fan comes on when the sound level is set high, and may also
come on even at low sound levels if the internal temperature rises. To
ensure effective fan operation, please leave at least 15cm clearance
between the rear of the unit and the wall, and at least 1cm clearance
on each side of the unit.
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or
defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable
parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualitied service personnel.
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
1.
Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a news-
paper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
2.
Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
3.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must
be considered and local rules or laws governing the dis-
posal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
4.
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.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within
the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient mag-
nitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of impor-
tant operating and maintenance (servicing) instruc-
tions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to section 820-40 of the NEC which provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry
as practical.
INFORMATION (FOR U.S.A.)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These lim-
its are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
­ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
­ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
­ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
15 cm
1 cm
1 cm
15 cm
10 cm
15 cm
15 cm
15 cm
Front view
Side view
FS-X1
CA-FSX1
Caution ­­ STANDBY/ON
button!
Disconnect the main plug to shut the power off completely. The
STANDBY/ON
button in any position does not disconnect the
main line. The power can be remote controlled.
· When the unit is on standby, the STANDBY/ON indicator lights red.
· When the unit is turned on, the STANDBY/ON indicator lights
green.
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact Component System.
We hope it will be a valued addition to your home, giving you years of enjoyment.
Be sure to read this instruction manual carefully before operating your new stereo system.
In it you will find all the information you need to set up and use the system.
If you have a query that is not answered by the manual, please contact your dealer.
Features
Here are some of the things that make your System both powerful and simple to use.
The controls and operations have been redesigned to make them very easy to use, freeing you to
just enjoy the music.
· With JVC's COMPU PLAY you can turn on the System and automatically start the Radio or
CD Player with a single touch.
The System incorporates AHB (Active Hyper Bass) PRO circuitry to faithfully reproduce low
frequency sound.
A 45-station preset capability (30 FM and 15 AM) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning.
CD options that include repeat, random and program play.
Timer functions; Daily Timer and Sleep Timer. The Daily Timer can select one of 10 melodies as a source, in addition to
CD, FM, AM and LINE.
You can connect various external units, such as an MD recorder.
The system can play CD-R and CD-RW after they have been finalized.
You can play back your original CD-R or CD-RW recorded in Music CD format. (However they may not be played back
depending on their characteristics or recording conditions.)
How This Manual Is Organized
· Basic information that is the same for many different functions - e.g. setting the volume - is given in the section
`Basic Operations', and not repeated under each function.
· The names of buttons/controls and display messages are written in all capital letters: e.g. FM/AM, "CD NO DISC".
· System functions are written with an initial capital letter only: e.g. Normal Play.
Use the table of contents to look up specific information you require.
We have enjoyed making this manual for you, and hope it serves you in enjoying the many features built into your System.
WARNINGS
·
DO NOT PUT ANYTHING ON THE CD DOOR. IF THE SYSTEM IS OPERATED WITH
SOMETHING PUT ON THE CD DOOR, IT WILL BE DAMAGED WHEN YOU TRY TO
OPEN THE CD DOOR.
·
NEVER REMOVE THE CD DOOR FROM THE UNIT. SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR IF
THE SYSTEM IS OPERATED WITHOUT THE CD DOOR.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
1 Installation of the System
· Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold. (Between 5°C and 35°C or 41°F and 95°F)
· Leave sufficient distance between the System and a TV.
· Do not use the System in a place subject to vibrations.
2 Power cord
· Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!
· Some power is always consumed as long as the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
· When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.
3 Malfunctions, etc.
· There are no users serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
· Do not insert any metallic object into the System.
· Do not insert your hand between the CD door and the main body when the CD door is being closed.
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Table of Contents
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Introduction ........................................................................................................ 1
Features ...................................................................................................................................... 1
How This Manual Is Organized ................................................................................................. 1
WARNINGS .............................................................................................................................. 1
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS ....................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started ................................................................................................... 4
Accessories................................................................................................................................. 4
How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control ............................................................................ 4
Using the Remote Control.......................................................................................................... 4
Connecting the FM Antenna ...................................................................................................... 5
Connecting the AM Antenna...................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Speakers (SP-FSX1) ......................................................................................... 7
Removing the Speaker Grills (SP-FSX1)................................................................................... 7
Connecting a Powered Subwoofer ............................................................................................. 8
Connecting an External Equipment............................................................................................ 8
Connecting an MD Recorder, etc (Optical Digital Output) ....................................................... 8
COMPU PLAY .......................................................................................................................... 9
Automatic Power On .................................................................................................................. 9
Basic Operations ............................................................................................. 10
Turning the Power On and Off................................................................................................. 10
Changing the Source ................................................................................................................ 10
Adjusting the Brightness (DIMMER - at Power On)............................................................... 11
Power Saving Mode (DIMMER - at Power Off) ..................................................................... 11
Adjusting the Volume .............................................................................................................. 11
Fade-out Muting (FADE MUTING)........................................................................................ 11
Reinforcing the Bass Sound (Active Hyper Bass Pro.)............................................................ 11
Tone Control (BASS/TREBLE)............................................................................................... 12
Auto Power Off (A.P.off)......................................................................................................... 12
Entering the Number with the Remote Control (Numeric Keys)............................................. 12
Using the Tuner................................................................................................ 13
Tuning In a Station ................................................................................................................... 13
Presetting Stations .................................................................................................................... 14
To Change the FM Reception Mode ........................................................................................ 14
Beat Cut (AM Reception) ........................................................................................................ 15
Using the CD Player......................................................................................... 16
To Insert a CD .......................................................................................................................... 16
To Unload a CD ....................................................................................................................... 17
Basics of Using the CD Player ­ Normal Play......................................................................... 17
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks ­ Program Play .............................................. 17
Random Play ............................................................................................................................ 18
Repeating Tracks...................................................................................................................... 19
CD DOOR LOCK ....................................................................................................................19
Using External Equipments ............................................................................ 20
Listening to External Equipment.............................................................................................. 20
Changing the Equipment's Name ............................................................................................ 20
Recording the System's Source to External Equipment .......................................................... 21
Adjusting the Input Level......................................................................................................... 21
Using the Timers .............................................................................................. 22
Setting the Clock ...................................................................................................................... 22
Showing the Clock (DISPLAY)............................................................................................... 23
Correcting the Clock ................................................................................................................ 23
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Table of Contents
Setting the Daily Timer ............................................................................................................ 23
Setting the SLEEP Timer .........................................................................................................26
Timer Priority........................................................................................................................... 26
Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 27
Care And Maintenance .................................................................................... 28
Specifications................................................................................................... 29
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