JVC CA-MXJ770V, CA-MXJ880V manual Introduction, About This Manual, Precautions

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Introduction

We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products. Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to obtain the best possible performance from your unit, and retain this manual for future reference.

About This Manual

This manual is organized as follows:

The manual mainly explains operations using the buttons and controls on the unit. You can also use the buttons on the remote control if they have the same or similar names (or marks) as those on the unit.

If operation using the remote control is different from that using the unit, it is then explained.

Basic and common information that is the same for many functions is grouped in one place, and is not repeated in each procedure. For instance, we do not repeat the information about turning on/off the unit, setting the volume, changing the sound effects, and others, which are explained in the section “Common Operations” on pages 9 to 11.

The following marks are used in this manual:

Gives you warnings and cautions to prevent damage or risk of fire/electric shock.

Also warns you against actions preventing you from obtaining the best possible performance from the unit.

Gives you information and hints you should know.

Power sources

When unplugging from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the AC power cord.

DO NOT handle the AC power cord with wet hands.

Moisture condensation

Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the following cases:

After starting heating in the room

In a damp room

If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm place Should this occur, the unit may malfunction. In this case, leave the unit turned on for a few hours until the moisture evaporates, unplug the AC power cord, and then plug it in again.

Others

Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the unit, unplug the unit and consult your dealer before operating any further.

If you are not going to operate the unit for an extended period of time, unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.

DO NOT disassemble the unit since there are no user serviceable parts inside.

If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and consult your dealer.

Precautions

Installation

Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold — between 5˚C (41˚F) and 35˚C (95˚F).

Install the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat from building up in the unit.

Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV.

Keep the speakers away from the TV to avoid interference with the TV.

DO NOT install the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or vibration.

Which compact discs can be used?

Many types of compact discs are sold for a variety of uses. The player can play the following compact discs:

Super VCD (SVCD) discs

• Better video resolution using MPEG2 and VBR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Variable Bit Rate) technologies.

 

 

 

 

Up to four languages can be included as subtitles or

 

 

 

 

 

song lyrics.

COMPACT

Up to four languages can be included as audio.

 

 

 

 

SUPER VIDEO

 

 

COMPACT

Video CD discs both with and without PBC.

DIGITAL VIDEO

COMPACT

Audio CD discs

DIGITAL AUDIO

Discs you cannot play back

Any other discs than listed above (such as CD-ROM, DVD, CD-G or CD-I Discs) cannot be played. Playing back such discs may generate noise and damage your speakers.

Even though a logo listed above is printed on the disc, it may not be played if it is a non-standard disc.

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Contents CA-MXJ770V/CA-MXJ880V About This Manual PrecautionsIntroduction Contents Panel Location of the Buttons and ControlsFront Panel Front PanelSee pages in the parentheses for details Powered Rolling PanelDisplay Window FM/AM button and lamp 9Remote Control Remote ControlUnpacking Connecting AntennasGetting Started FM antennaAM antenna Connecting SpeakersRelease the finger from the clamp To connect an outdoor AM antennaTo connect an analog component Connecting Other EquipmentAdjusting the Voltage Selector To connect a TV setSetting the AM Tuner Interval Spacing Turning On and Off the PowerSetting the Clock Common OperationsReinforcing the Bass Sound Adjusting the VolumeTo turn down the volume level temporarily Selecting the Sound ModesSurround modes Creating Your Own Sound Mode Manual ModeTo use your own sound mode SEA Sound Effect Amplifier modesTuning in a Preset Station Tuning in a StationPresetting Stations Listening to FM and AM BroadcastsBasic CD Operations Playing Back Audio CDsLoading CDs Playing Back Several Discs Continuous Press the same 0 you have pressed in stepLoad the CDs On the remote control Press the number buttonsProgram Play Program other tracks you wantProhibiting Disc Ejection Tray Lock To check the program contentsRepeating Tracks or CDs Repeat Play To modify the programLoading CDs Playing Back Video CDs/SVCDsSelecting Video Output PAL, MULTI, Ntsc Playing a Video CDPress PBC on the unit after allowing Basic Concept of the PBC functionYou can view the pictures from the CD Player Few seconds for the disc to be readSpecial Plays for a Video CD Resuming PlayViewing the Highlights of a Video CD Using SubtitlesPlaying a Multiplex Sound CD OperationLocating the Beginning of a Song Music Scan Playing Back TapesPlaying Back a Tape Press Eject 0 for the deck you want to useRecording To clean the heads, capstans, and pinch rollersTo record on both sides Reverse Mode Recording a Tape on Deck BTo record an AM station Beat Cut Dubbing TapesPress Dubbing To stop during dubbing, pressPress Edit Auto Edit RecordingOn the unit only Load CDs Press SETSinging Along with Multiplex Karaoke Discs MPX Using the MicrophonesSinging Along To apply an echo to your voiceRecording Your Singing Microphone mixingUsing the Timers Using Daily TimerWhen selecting Tuner FM or Tuner AM Using Recording TimerWhen selecting CD Press SET to complete the Daily Timer settingUsing Sleep Timer Timer PriorityHandling discs MaintenanceTo clean the disc Handling cassette tapesTroubleshooting SymptomSpecifications Page Important for mains AC line