Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts
Basic Tuner Operations
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Setting the Clock and Using Timers
Setting the Clock
You cannot use Daily Timer until you set the clock.
•“AM 12:00” flashes on the main display until you set the clock.
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Learning More about This System
Basic and Common Operations (see page 3)•Pressing one of the source buttons also turns on the System and starts playing back.
Playing Back a Disc (see page 4)• This System cannot play “packet write” discs. |
• You can set the clock and Daily Timer even while the Save |
mode is turned on. While setting the clock or Daily Timer, |
the display is turning on. |
• The clock may gain or lose 1 to 2 minutes per month. If this |
Troubleshooting
If you are having a problem with your System, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service.
General
Power does not come on.
\ Power plug is not inserted securely. Plug in securely. |
Radio Operations
Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise.
\ Antenna connections are incorrect or loose. |
\ The AM loop antenna is too close to the System. |
\ The FM antenna is not properly extended and positioned. |
Select FM or AM |
| Press repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM.” |
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• If you have already adjusted the clock before, press the button repeatedly until the clock setting mode is selected.
Adjust the hour, then the minute.
• For MP3/WMA playback... |
– In this manual, “file” and “track” are interchangeably used |
for MP3/WMA operations. |
– This System can show the Tag data (Version 1). |
– MP3/WMA discs are required a longer readout time than |
regular CDs. (It depends on the complexity of the group/ |
file configuration.) |
– Some MP3/WMA files cannot be played back and will be |
happens, readjust the clock. |
• When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure |
occurs, the clock and the timer will be canceled. You need |
to set the clock first, then the timer again. |
Timer Priority:
•If you set the Sleep Timer after Daily Timer starts playing the selected source, Daily Timer is canceled.
Listening to iPod (see page 6)Demonstration starts automatically. |
\ The demonstration function is activated. |
Press and hold the CANCEL/DEMO button on the main |
unit while on standby until “DEMO CLEAR” appears on |
the display. (Refer to the attached sheet “Information |
about the demonstration function”.) |
Adjustments or settings are suddenly canceled before you finish.
\ Electrostatic discharge from your body may cause noise. |
If this happens, turn off and on the System again. |
Timer Operations
Daily Timer does not work.
\ The System has been turned on when the |
comes. Timer starts working only when the System is |
turned off. |
\ When “IPOD” is selected as the playback source, charge |
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Reduce AM beating noises |
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Presetting Stations
You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations manually.
1 | Tune in to a station you want to preset. | |
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2 | Press to activate the preset number entry mode. | |
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3 | Press to select a preset number for the station you store. | |
| • To select number 5, press 5. |
• To exit from the clock setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required.
• To go back to the previous step, press CANCEL.
• You can also use the buttons on the System as well.
Setting the Sleep Timer
Press repeatedly to specify the time (in minutes) as follows:
Canceled
• While the Sleep Timer is working, the SLEEP indicator lights on the display.
• To check the remaining time to turn off after setting the sleep timer, press once.
Setting the Daily Timer
Using Daily Timer, you can wake up with your favorite music.
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21Adjust the hour then the minute for
2Adjust the hour then the minute for
3Select the playback
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| For “DISC”: Select a track. (For MP3/WMA: select a group, then a track number.) |
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| For “AUDIO IN”: Make the connected device ready for playback. |
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preset level after about 10 seconds.
skipped. This result from their recording processes and |
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– When making MP3/WMA discs, use ISO 9660 Level 1 or |
Level 2 for the disc format. |
– This System can play back MP3/WMA files with the |
extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of the |
letter |
– It is recommended that you make each MP3/WMA file at a |
sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at bit rate of 128 kbps. This |
System cannot play back files made at bit rate of less than |
64 kbps. |
– Playback order of MP3/WMA tracks may be different from |
the one you have intended while recording. If a folder |
does not include MP3/WMA tracks, they are ignored. |
• This System can recognize up to 99 groups in a disc. The |
total number of groups and tracks in a disc that can be |
recognized by the System is 512 (for MP3/WMA). |
– Playable files which do not belong to any groups are |
handled as Group 1. |
•If the iPod does not play correctly, update your iPod Software to the latest version. For details about updating your iPod, check on the Apple web site <http://www.apple.com>.
•The iPod battery cannot be charged while the System is in the Save mode.
•When the iPod is not charged through the System, the iPod may not be turned on from the System.
•You cannot send any data to your iPod from the System.
•Sound distortion may occur when playing back audio sources with high recording levels. When distortion occurs, it is recommended to turn off the equalizer of the iPod. For information on operating the iPod, see the iPod instruction manual.
•Do not touch or hit the iPod terminal pins or connector pins directly. It might cause damages to the connector part.
JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data in iPod while using this System.
Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
\There is a time limit. Repeat the procedure again.
Operations are disabled.
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Unable to operate the System from the remote control.
\The path between the remote control and the remote sensor on the System is blocked.
\The batteries are exhausted.
No sound is heard.
\Speaker connections are incorrect or loose.
\Headphones are connected.
The System does not work properly.
\Many functions of this System are implemented by microcomputers. If pressing any button does not result in the normal action, disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet, wait for a while, and connect the cord again.
Disc Operations
The disc does not play.
\The disc is placed upside down. Place the disc with the label side up.
\The disc is recorded with the “packet writing (UDF file system).” It cannot be played. Check the files you want to play back.
MP3/WMA groups and tracks are not played back as you expect.
\The playing order is determined when the groups and tracks were recorded. It depends on the writing application.
The disc sound is discontinuous.
the battery of the iPod through the iPod terminal; |
otherwise, Daily Timer may not work. |
iPod Operations
iPod is not turned on.
\The iPod is not connected properly.
iPod does not play though “CONNECT” appears on the main display.
\The battery of the iPod is empty. Leave the iPod connected for more than ten minutes.
iPod is not played back from the System.
\The iPod battery charge function is deactivated.
\The iPod is not compatible with the System. Check the compatibility on the list on page 6.
iPod is not charged.
\The System is in the Save mode (see page 3.)
\The iPod battery charge function is deactivated (see page 6).
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*When “IPOD” is selected as the playback source, charge the iPod battery through the iPod terminal (see page 6); otherwise, Daily Timer may not work.
•To exit from the timer setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required.
•To correct a misentry during the process, press CANCEL. You can return to the previous step.
•You can also use the buttons on the System as well.
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To turn on the Daily Timer again, select “DAILYTIMER” by pressing CLOCK/TIMER, then press SET.
\The disc is scratched or dirty.
The disc tray does not open or close.
\The AC power cord is not plugged in.
\Disc ejection is prohibited (see page 4).
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Listening to iPod
Listening to Digital Audio Player
Specifications
Maintenance
Listening to iPod
Compatible iPod types:•iPod nano 1GB/2GB/4GB
•iPod nano (2nd Generation) 2GB/4GB/8GB
•iPod nano (3rd Generation) 4GB/8GB
•iPod mini 4GB/6GB
•iPod (4th Generation) 20GB/40GB
•iPod photo (4th Generation) 20GB/30GB/40GB/60GB
•iPod video (5th Generation) 30GB/60GB/80GB
•iPod classic 80GB/160GB
•iPod touch 8GB/16GB
Connecting the iPod:Dock adapter (supplied with the iPod or sold separately)
To detach the dock adapter from the dock: Push the slot and pull up to remove the dock adapter.
Basic iPod Operations
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Select a track/ |
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Reverse search |
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Press and hold for more than 2 seconds.
• Turning off the System* or
Listening to Digital Audio Player
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2 | • When operating on the main unit, press FM/AM/AUDIO IN |
Amplifier section
OUTPUT POWER:Main speakers110 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 3 Ω at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion
Speakers/Impedance: | 3 Ω – 6 Ω |
180 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω at 63 Hz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion
Speakers/Impedance: | 8 Ω – 16 Ω |
Tuner section
FM tuning range: | 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz |
AM tuning range: | 530 kHz - 1 710 kHz |
CD player section
Dynamic range: | 90 dB |
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Wow and flutter: | Immeasurable |
Speakers
Main speakersTo get the best performance of the System, keep your discs and mechanism clean.
Handling discs•Remove the disc from its case by holding it at the edge while pressing the center hole lightly.
•Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc, or bend the disc.
•Put the disc back in its case after use.
•Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc when placing it back in its case.
•Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, temperature extremes, and moisture.
To clean the disc:
•Wipe the disc with a soft cloth in a straight line from center to edge.
Cleaning the System• Stains should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the System is |
heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth soaked in |
neutral detergent and wrung well, then wipe clean with a |
dry cloth. |
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Direct Dock for iPod Front view
Turn off the iPod
changing to another source also turns off the iPod.
* Turning off the System may not turn off the iPod depending on the current source.
repeatedly to select “AUDIO IN”. |
3Start playing the connected Digital Audio Player.
4Adjust the volume level to the level you want to listen to.
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Speaker units | 16 cm |
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Mid Range: | 5 cm (2 inches) cone x 1 |
Tweeter: | 2 cm (13/16 inches) dome x 1 |
damaged or get its paint peeled off, be careful about the |
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– DO NOT wipe it strong. |
– DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine. |
– DO NOT apply any volatile substance such as insecticides |
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2The iPod is turned on and the last track you had selected is
played back.
•If the track is not played back automatically, press again.
3Adjust the volume to the level you want to listen to.
NOTES
•When “IPOD” is selected as the source...
–“CONNECT” appears on the main display while an iPod is connected.
–“NO CONNECT” appears on the main display while no iPod is connected.
•The iPod battery is charged through the iPod terminal in the following cases:
–When the System is turned on.
–When the System is turned off and is not in the Save mode.
Disconnecting the iPod:When disconnecting the iPod, make sure this System is turned off.
If an iPod which is not on the compatible iPod types list above is connected, it may not be operated from the System. In this case, deactivate the iPod battery charge function so that the iPod may be operated, but it cannot be charged through the System.
To deactivate the battery charge function, change the source to “IPOD,” then press and hold 7 on the System while no iPod is connected.
•“CHARGE OFF” appears on the main display.
To use the battery charge function, change the source to “IPOD,” then press and hold 7 on the System until “CHARGE ON” appears on the main display.
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Power Handling Capacity:110 W |
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Impedance: | 3 Ω |
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Frequency Range: | 41 Hz - 35 kHz | ||
Sound Pressure Level: | 83 dB/W•m | ||
Dimensions (approx.): | 210 mm x 315 mm x 220 mm (W/H/D) | ||
Mass (approx.): | 3.0 kg (6.7 lbs) each | ||
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Speaker: | 16 cm | ||
Power Handling Capacity:180 W |
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Impedance: | 8 Ω |
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Frequency Range: | 38 Hz - 5 kHz | ||
Sound Pressure Level: | 83 dB/W•m | ||
Dimensions (approx.): | 210 mm x 315 mm x 242 mm (W/H/D) | ||
Mass (approx.): | 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs) | ||
General | AC 120 V | , 60 Hz | |
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Audio input AUDIO IN: 400 mV/47 kΩ | |||
Power supply to iPod: | DC 5 V |
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Power consumption: | 95 W | ||
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0.9W or less - save mode
Dimensions (W x H x D): 215 mm x 307 mm x 309 mm
Mass (approx.): | 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs) |
| 3.6 kg (8.0 lbs) |
Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice.
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– DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in contact |
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