RV-B550 BU/RD
CD PORTABLE SYSTEM
INSTRUCTIONS
LVT0492-002A
[B]
SLEEP
CLOCK
TIMER
TIMER
ON/OFF
PROGRAM
RANDOM
REPEAT
AUTO
PRESET
DISPLAY
REVERSE MODE
MULTI CONTROL
REW
FF
RM-RXVB55
REMOTE CONTROL
TAPE
TUNER
BAND
FM MODE
C D
DOWN
UP
SET
AUX
VOLUME
AHB PRO
SOUND
ACS
2
CLASS
1
LASER
PRODUCT
DANGER: Invisible laser
radiationwhenopen and
interlock failedordefeated.
AVOIDDIRECTEXPOSURE
TO BEAM.
(e)
ADVARSEL:Usynliglaser-
stråling ved åbning, når
sikkerhedsafbrydereerude
af funktion.Undgåudsæt-
telse for stråling.
(d)
VARNING:Osynliglaser-
strålning när denna del
är öppnadochspärren är
urkopplad. Betrakta ej
strålen.
(s)
VARO: Avattaessa jasuo-
jalukitus ohitettaessa olet
alttiina näkymättömälle
lasersäteilylle. Älä katso
säteeseen.
(f)
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Please read these instructions
carefully before starting operation to be sure to obtain optimum
performance and a longer service life from the unit.
ENGLISH
CONTENTS
Features .................................................................................. 4
Safety precautions ................................................................. 4
Handling precautions ............................................................ 5
Shoulder strap attachment/detachment .............................. 5
Connections ........................................................................... 6
Power supply .......................................................................... 6
Names of parts and their functions ...................................... 8
Remote control unit ............................................................. 10
Switching the power on/off ................................................. 11
Volume, sound mode and other controls .......................... 12
Handling CDs. ....................................................................... 13
Playing CDs .......................................................................... 14
Handling cassette tapes ...................................................... 16
Cassette playback ................................................................ 17
Using with another audio unit ............................................. 17
Radio reception .................................................................... 18
Recording ............................................................................. 20
Clock adjustment ................................................................. 22
Timer operations .................................................................. 23
Maintenance ......................................................................... 26
Troubleshooting ................................................................... 27
Specifications ....................................................................... 27
Warnings, Cautions and Others
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
REPRODUCTION OF LABELS
1 CLASSIFICATION LABEL, PLACED ON EXTERIOR
SURFACE
2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT
1.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2.DANGER: 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 qualified service personnel.
CAUTION --
switch!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The
switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can
be remote controlled.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk or electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1 Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2 Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
3
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 accord-
ance 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 termi-
nal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
"SOME DO'S 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.
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DO
be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damanged 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 knows 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 road 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!
4
15 cm
15 cm
15 cm
15 cm
15 cm
10 cm
10 cm
ACTIVE
HYPER-BASS
Side view
Front view
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 a level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for
ventilation by placing on a table with a height of 10 cm or more.
RV-B550
RV-B550
Prevention of Electric Shocks, Fire Hazards and Damage
1. Even when the
button is set to STANDBY, a very small current
will flow. To save power and for safety when not using the unit for an
extended period of time, disconnect the power cord from the household
AC outlet.
2. Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
3. When unplugging from the wall outlet, always grasp and pull the plug,
not the power cord.
4. Consult your nearest dealer when damage, disconnection, or contact
failure affects the cord.
5. Do not bend the cord severely, or pull or twist it.
6. Do not modify the power cord in any manner.
7. To avoid accidents, do not remove screws to disassemble the unit
and do not touch anything inside the unit.
8. Unplug the power cord when there is a possibility of lightning.
9. If water gets inside the unit, unplug the power cord from the outlet and
consult your dealer.
10.Do not block the unit's ventilation holes that allow heat to escape.
Do not install the unit in a badly ventilated place.
button
When the power cord is connected to a household AC wall outlet,
the power indicator lights in red indicating the STANDBY mode (only
when AC power is used). When the
button is pressed, the power
indicator goes out and the display window lights (when using DC
power, it lights for only 5 seconds).
When this unit is plugged into an AC wall outlet, it consumes a small
current to operate the remote control and timer, or to back up the
memory of the microprocessor, even when the
button is set to
STANDBY.
FEATURES
÷ Active Hyper-Bass (AHB) Pro circuit for low-frequency sound
reproduction
÷ Active Clear Sound (ACS) circuit for enhanced sound reproduction
÷ Speaker illumination
÷ Sound mode control
÷ One-touch operation (COMPU PLAY)
÷ 34-key remote control unit operates all CD, cassette deck and tuner
functions
÷ Skip Play/Search Play/Repeat Play/Random Play
÷ Programmed play of up to 20 tracks
÷ Full-logic cassette mechanism
÷ Auto reverse
÷ Auto tape select mechanism
÷ Metal (type IV) and CrO2 (type II) tape can be played back for superior
tone quality
÷ CrO2 (type II) tape recording capability
÷ 2-band digital synthesizer tuner with 45-station (30 FM and 15 AM (MW/
LW)) preset capability
÷ Seek/manual tuning
÷ Auto preset tuning
÷ Timer/Clock function
÷ Timer on/off with preset volume function
÷ Sleep timer can be set for up to 120 minutes
÷ Shoulder strap
÷ DC IN 12 V jack for car battery
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
5
ACTIVE
HYPER-BASS
÷ When abnormal operation occurs
* Unplug the AC power cord from the AC wall outlet and remove
all the batteries. Then reload the batteries after a few minutes,
reconnect the AC power cord and switch the power ON.
Do not use this unit in direct sunlight where it would be exposed to
high temperatures above 40°C (104°F).
1. Avoid installing in the following places
÷ Where it could be subject to vibrations.
÷ Where it is excessively humid, such as in a bathroom.
÷ Where it could be magnetized by a magnet or speaker.
2. Pay attention to dust
Be sure to close the CD door so that dust does not collect on the lens.
3. Condensation
In the following cases, condensation may occur in the unit, in which
case the unit may not operate correctly.
÷ In a room where a heater has just been switched on.
÷ In a place where there is smoke or high humidity.
÷ When the unit is moved directly from a cold to a warm room.
In these cases, set the
button to STANDBY and wait 1 or 2 hours
before use.
4. Volume setting
CDs produce very little noise compared with analog sources. If the
volume level is adjusted for these sources, the speakers may be
damaged by the sudden increase of output level. Therefore, lower the
volume before operation and adjust it as required during play.
5. Safety mechanism
This unit incorporates a safety interlock mechanism which switches
the laser beam on and off, so that when the CD door is open, the laser
beam stops automatically.
6. Do not place cassette tapes, etc. near the speakers
Since there are magnets in the speakers, do not place tapes or
magnetic cards on them as recorded data could be erased.
7. Keep this unit away from your TV
When this unit is used near a TV, the TV picture could be distorted. If
this happens, move this unit away from the TV. If this does not correct
the situation, avoid using this unit when the TV is turned on.
8. Cleaning the cabinet
If the cabinet gets dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Never use benzine
or thinner as these could damage the surface finish.
9. When listening with headphones
÷ Do not listen at high volumes as this could damage your hearing.
÷ For safety, do not drive while listening to this unit.
10.Pay attention to the following
÷ Do not place the unit on an inclination.
÷ Do not apply shock to the unit.
÷ For safety, retract the antenna so that it doesn't get hooked or broken
during transport.
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
SHOULDER STRAP ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT
Remote control unit
Shoulder strap
÷ Remote control unit may be stored in the
case.
Shoulder strap
Remote control case
÷ ATTACHMENT
As shown in the illustration below, press in the metal fitting at 1 and
hook over 2.
÷ DETACHMENT
Press in the metal fitting at 1 and unhook.