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REMOTE CONTROL RM-SRCBZ6
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
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS
LVT0490-001B
[J]
CD PORTABLE SYSTEM
SISTEMA PORTATIL CON CD
CHAINE PORTABLE A CD
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
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 limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a resi-
dential 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 interfer-
ence 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 tele-
vision reception, which can be determined 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 equip-
ment 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.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
(For U.S.A only)
PRECAUTIONS
1
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2
DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open
and interlock falled or defeated. Avoid direct
exposure to beam.
3
CAUTION: Do not open the rear cover. There
are no user serviceable parts inside the unit;
leave all servicing to qualified service person-
nel.
4
CAUTION: The compact disc player uses invis-
ible laser radiation and is equipped with safety
switches which prevent the emission of radia-
tion when the CD tray is open. It is dangerous to
defeat the safety switches.
5
CAUTION: Use of controls for adjustments and
the performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in exposure to haz-
ardous radiation.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.
ADVERTENCIA:
PARA EVITAR RIESGOS DE INCEN-
DIOS
O
ELECTROCUCIONES,
NO
EXPONGA ESTE APARATO A LA LLU-
VIA O A LA HUMEDAD.
AVERTISSEMENT:
POUR
REDUIRE
LES
RISQUES
D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION,
NE PAS EXPOSER L'APPAREIL A LA
PLUIE OU A L'HUMIDITE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
CAUTION "TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QULIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL."
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilat-
eral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclo-
sure that may be of sufficient magnitude 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 important oper-
ation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the appliance.
(For CANADA)
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
(Pour le CANADA)
PRECAUTION
POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELEC-
TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA
PLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHEDANSLABORNE CORRESPON-
DANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU'AU FOND.
Caution - POWER switch!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off
completely. The POWER switch in any position does
not disconnect the mains line. The power can be
remote controlled.
Attention - Commutateur POWER!
Déconnecter la fiche de secteur poru couper com-
plètement le courant. Le commutateur POWER ne
coupe jamais complètement la ligne de secteur,
quelle que soit sa position. Le courant peut être télé-
commandé.
For Canada/pour le Canada
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR
RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE
INTERRFERENCE-CAUSIING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED "DIGITAL
APPARATUS," ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIO-
ELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE B
PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATAERIEL BROUILLEUR: "APPA-
REILS NUMERIQUES", NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNI-
CATIONS.
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC CD Portable System.
We hope it will be a valued addition to your home as well as to your outdoor life, 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.
Here are some of the things that make your System both powerful and simple to use.
s 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, CD Player, or Cas-
sette Deck with a single touch. (When power is supplied from AC)
s Sound effects; BEAT, POP, and CLEAR.
s The System incorporates AHB (Active Hyper Bass) PRO circuitry to faithfully reproduce low frequency sounds.
s A 30-station preset capability (15 FM and 15 AM) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning.
s A user-friendly timer lets you wake or fall asleep to music.
·
Basic information that is the same for many different functions - e.g. setting the volume - is given in the section `Common Operations',
and not repeated under each function.
·
The names of buttons/controls are written in all capital letters: e.g. TUNER BAND.
·
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've enjoyed making this manual for you, and hope it serves you in enjoying the many features built into your System.
s
1. When carrying the Unit
·
Do not raise or lower the carrying handle of the Unit with the telescopic antenna extended in order to avoid damaging the antenna.
s
2. Where to place the Unit
·
Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold (between 5°C/41°F and 35°C/95°F).
·
Leave sufficient distance between the Unit and a TV.
·
Do not use the Unit in a place subject to vibrations.
s
3. Power cord
·
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!
·
Some power (2.8 W) is always consumed as long as the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
·
When unplugging the Unit from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.
s
4. Malfunctions, etc.
·
There are no user 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.
s
sTable of Contents
Features
How This Manual Is Organized
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
Features ............................................................................... 1
How This Manual Is Organized .......................................... 1
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS ................................................ 1
Getting Started .........................................................2
Common Operations ................................................3
Using the Tuner ........................................................5
Using the CD Player .................................................6
Using the Cassette Deck (Listening to a Tape) ....7
Using the Cassette Deck (Recording) ...................8
Using the Timers ......................................................9
Care And Maintenance ......................................... 11
Troubleshooting .................................................... 12
Specifications ........................................................ 12
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sGetting Started
Check that you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the System.
Power Cord (1)
Remote Control (1)
If any of these items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.
How To Put Batteries In the Unit
1.
Open the battery cover on the back of the Unit by pulling it toward you while pressing the tabs as shown by the arrows.
2.
Put 8 batteries (not supplied) in the battery compartment in the order of "1" to "8" as shown.
3.
Securely close the battery cover.
Note: When you operate your Unit on mains (AC) power, the power source switches automatically from batteries to AC. However, you should
remove the batteries when operating on AC power.
How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control
Match the polarity (+ and ­) on the batteries with the + and ­ markings in the battery compartment.
CAUTION: Handle batteries properly.
To avoid battery leakage or explosion:
·
Remove batteries when the Unit or the Remote Control will not be used for a long time.
·
When you need to replace the batteries, replace batteries at the same time with new ones.
·
Do not use an old battery with new ones.
·
Do not use different types of batteries together.
·
Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
The Remote Control makes it easy to use many of the functions of the Unit from a distance of up to 7m (23 feet) away.
You need to point the Remote Control at the remote sensor on the Unit's front panel.
Note: If you point the Remote Control from the slant direction, the above distance will be shortened.
Accessories
How To Put Batteries
Using the Remote Control
"R20/D (13F)" size batteries
R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F)
(not supplied)
Remote sensor
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Firmly insert the AC power cord supplied with the System into the AC inlet on the back of the Unit.
The provided AC power cord for this unit has certain one-way direction connections to prevent elec-
tric shock. Refer to the illustration for correct connection.
CAUTIONS:
·
ONLY USE THE JVC POWER CORD PROVIDED WITH THIS SYSTEM IN
ORDER TO AVOID MALFUNCTION OR DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM.
·
BE SURE TO UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE OUTLET WHEN
GOING OUT OR WHEN THE SYSTEM IS NOT IN USE FOR AN EXTEND-
ED PERIOD OF TIME.
Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet, and your System is at your command!
JVC's COMPU PLAY feature lets you control the most frequently used System functions with a single touch.
With One Touch Operation you can play a CD or tape, or turn on the radio, with a single press of the play button for that function. One Touch
Operation turns the power on for you, then starts the function you have specified. If the System is not ready (no CD in place), the System still
powers on so you can insert a CD.
How One Touch Operation works in each case is explained in the section dealing with that function.
The COMPU PLAY buttons are:
s
sCommon Operations
Connecting the AC Power Cord
COMPU PLAY (AC power only)
On the Unit
CD
6 button
TUNER BAND button
PLAY (TAPE) button
On the Remote Control
CD
6 button
TUNER BAND button
REMOTE CONTROL RM-SRCBZ6
PHONES
BEAT CUT
NORM-123
...
SOUND
AHB PRO
POWER
POWER indicator
POWER
SOUND
STANDBY indicator
Display
VOLUME control
PHONES
VOLUME +, ­
AHB PRO
Turning the Unit On ----------------
Press the POWER button.
The POWER ON indicator (green) lights up and the display comes
on.
The Unit comes on ready to continue in the mode it was in when the
power was last turned off.
s For example, if the last thing you were doing was listening to a
CD, you are now ready to listen to a CD again. If you wish, you
can change to another source.
s If you were listening to the Tuner last, the Tuner comes on play-
ing the station it was last set to.
Note: When power is supplied from the batteries, the POWER but-
ton on the Remote Control does not work.
Turning the Unit Standby ------------
Press the POWER button again.
When operating on AC power:
The STANDBY indicator lights up and the display is blank.
s When in Standby mode, the Unit continues to a small amount of
power (2.8 W) to run the display.
s To switch off the Unit completely, unplug the AC power cord
from the AC outlet.
Turning the Power On and
Sandby
POWER
STANDBY
POWER ON
POWER
(AC)
or
POWER
STANDBY
POWER ON
POWER
(AC)
or
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