JVC POWERED WOOFER CD RV-B99 BK/BU User manual

RV-B99 BK/BU
POWERED WOOFER CD SYSTEM
INSTRUCTIONS
SLEEP
CLOCK TIMER TIMER
ON/OFF
PROGRAM
RANDOM
REPEAT
AUTO
PRESET
SOUND
DISPLAY
SUPER WOOFER
VOLUME
REVERSE MODE
MULTI CONTROL FM MODE REW FF
RM-RXVB99E
REMOTE CONTROL
TAPE TUNER
BAND
C D
DOWN UP SET
AUX
VOLUME
ACS
LTV0218-002A
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CAUTION
~AC IN
PHONES
AUX IN
DC IN
12V
DANGER: Invisible laser
radiationwhenopen and
interlock failedordefeated.
AVOID DIRECTEXPOSURE
TO BEAM.  (e)
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CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
Caution:
This production contains a laser component 
of higher laser class than Class 1.

MIC/GUITAR
INPUT
MIC LEVEL
GUITAR LEVEL
ThankyouforpurchasingthisJVCproduct. Please read these instructions
carefully before starting operation to be sure to obtain optimum
performance and a longer service life from the unit.
ENGLISH
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
PRECAUTIONS
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 rear cover. There are no user serviceable
parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
4.CAUTION:The CD player uses invisible laser radiation andisequipped
with safety switches which prevent the emission of radiation when the
CD door 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
hazardous radiation.
REPRODUCTION OF LABELS AND THEIR LOCATION
CONTENTS
Name/Rating plate
IMPORTANT (In the United Kingdom)
Mains Supply (AC 230 V`, 50 Hz only)

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, and to replace the fuse cover.
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.
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
accordance with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
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 terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. 

IF IN DOUBT – CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
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. 

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 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
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
Features .................................................................................. 3
Safety precautions ................................................................. 3
Handling precautions ............................................................ 4
Shoulder strap attachment/detachment .............................. 5
Connections ........................................................................... 5
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
Microphone/Guitar input ..................................................... 21
Clock adjustment ................................................................. 22
Timer operations .................................................................. 22
Maintenance ......................................................................... 26
Troubleshooting ................................................................... 27
Specifications....................................................................... 27
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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15 cm 15 cm
15 cm
15 cm 15 cm
10 cm 10 cm
FEATURES
button
When the power cord is connected to a household AC outlet, the
power indicator lights in red indicating the STANDBY mode (only
whenACpowerisused).Whenthe buttonispressed,thepower
indicator goes out and the display window lights (only when AC
power is used).
When this unit is plugged into an AC 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.
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
extendedperiodoftime,disconnectthepowercordfromthehousehold
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. Do not insert any metallic objects into the unit’s woofer ducts, etc.
9. Unplug the power cord when there is a possibility of lightning.
10.If water gets inside the unit, unplug the power cord from the outlet and
consult your dealer.
11.Do not block the unit’s ventilation holes that allow heat to escape.
Do not install the unit in a badly ventilated place.
Side viewFront view
RV-B99
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-B99
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
÷CrO2(type II) tape recording capability
÷2-Banddigitalsynthesizertunerwith45-station(30FM and 15AM (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 and carrying handles
÷Locking mechanism for CD and cassette door
÷DC IN 12V jack for car battery
÷Microphone/guitar input
÷Active Clear Sound (ACS) circuit for enhanced sound reproduction
÷Super woofer volume control
÷Sound mode control
÷One-touch operation (COMPU PLAY)
÷35-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

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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
÷When abnormal operation occurs.
* Unplug theAC power cord from the AC outlet and remove all
the batteries. Then reload the batteries after a few minutes,
reconnect theAC 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, theTV picture could be distorted. If
thishappens, move this unit away from theTV. If thisdoes not correct
the situation, avoid using this unit when the TV is turned on.
8. Cleaning the cabinet
Ifthecabinetgetsdirty,wipeit 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.
÷Forsafety,retract the antenna so that it doesn’t get hookedorbroken
during transport.
Carrying handle
This unit is equipped with a carrying handle at each end.
÷Be sure to hold both handles when you carry the unit. If you carry the
unit by only one handle, because of the length of the unit (69 cm (27–
3/16")), the end may drag on the ground and be damaged as a result.
÷Do not lift the unit by the woofer ducts, and do not insert any metallic
objects into them.
Carrying handle
Woofer duct

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L
R
AUX IN
CAUTION
~AC IN
PHONES
AUX IN
DC IN
12V
MIC/GUITAR
INPUT MIC LEVEL
GUITAR LEVEL
÷ATTACHMENT
As shown in the illustration below, press in the metal fitting at 1and
hook over 2.
÷DETACHMENT
Press in the metal fitting at 1and unhook.
SHOULDER STRAP ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT
Remote control unit
Shoulder strap
Remote control case
÷Remote control unit may be stored in the
case.
Shoulder strap
÷Do not switch the power on until all connections are completed.
Connection of external audio units
÷Connection with a turntable or MD player, etc.
Note:
÷Do not install the unit near a TV, otherwise the TV picture color will
become distorted. If this occurs, move the TV away from the unit, then
turn off the TV and turn it on again after 15 to 30 minutes. The TV’s
automatic degaussing circuit will correct the picture.
CONNECTIONS
Pin-plug x 2
Stereo mini-plug
Connection cable (optional) Turntable (with built-in equalizer,optional) or MD player (optional)

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~AC IN
Power cord
POWER SUPPLY
A. Operation on house hold AC
÷Connect the AC power cord after all other connections have been
made.
CAUTIONS:
1. ONLY USE WITH JVC POWER CORD PROVIDED WITH THIS UNIT
TO AVOID MALFUNCTION OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.
2. BE SURE TO UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE OUTLET
WHEN GOING OUT OR WHEN THE UNIT IS NOT IN USE FORAN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME.
÷Open the battery cover by pulling it toward you while pressing the
sections marked with arrows.
Notes:
÷Thethree "R6/AA (15F)" size batteries supplythe power to the memory
back-upsystemwhichpreventsthecontentsofmemorybeinglostwhen
there is a power failure, or the power cord is disconnected. Battery
power is not consumed when the power cord is connected to the
household AC outlet.
(Whenthememorybackupfunctionisactivated,the time is not displayed
to reduce the power consumption.)
÷When the power cord is not connected or the "R20/D (13F)" size
batteries are not loaded, the batteries should be replaced with new
ones approximately every 12 months.
(Connect the power cord when replacing batteries in order to backup
the memory.)
Battery compartment cover
2
1
3
÷When removing the batteries, remove battery number 3 first.
"R6/AA (15F)" size batteries
÷Insertbatterieswith·endfirst inthe order shown.
B. Batteries for memory back-up system
It is recommended that batteries are loaded to prevent the preset station
memory and timer, etc. from being erased when there is a power failure,
or when the AC power cord is disconnected.
÷Loading batteries
Load three "R6/AA (15F)" size batteries (optional) into the battery
compartment.
1
2
4
9
8
7
6
3
5
10
"R20/D (13F)" size batteries
C. Operation on batteries
÷Loading batteries
1. Open the battery cover by pulling it toward you while pressing the
sections marked by the arrows.
2. Insert 10 “R20/D (13F)” size batteries as shown in the diagram.
* Be careful to insert the batteries with the ªand ·terminals
positioned correctly.
3. Replace the cover.
Battery replacement
When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the following symptoms may
appear. In this case, replace the batteries with the fresh ones. (Do not
use fresh ones and old ones together.)
For the main unit
MistrackingoccursduringCDplayback(orsoundisdistortedintermittently
duringTAPE playback).Whenthese symptoms occur,“DCOFF”appears
in the display window and the power is turned off after 1 minute.
For the memory back-up
When theAC power cord is unplugged, the stored memory (timer/clock
setting/preset tuning) is erased.
It is recommended that the AC power cord be used when recording
important material or listening to a CD.
÷For better battery usage
Continuous operation of the unit causes the battery power to be
consumed quicker than noncontinuous operation.
Operation of the unit in a cold place causes the battery power to be
consumed more quickly than in a warm place.
÷For power supply
Theuse of householdAC is recommended, when continuousoperation
of the unit is required over a longer period of time.
CAUTIONS WHEN USING BATTERIES
When batteries are used incorrectly, it may result in the leakage of
chemicals from the batteries or they may explode. The following
care should be taken:
÷Check that the positive ªand negative ·terminals of the
batteries are positioned correctly and load them as shown in the
diagram.
÷Do not mix new and old batteries together, or mix different types
of batteries.
÷Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
÷Remove the batteries when the unit is not to be used for an
extended period of time.
Ifchemicalsfrom the batteries come incontactwithyour skin, wash
them off immediately with water. If chemicals leak onto the unit,
clean the unit completely.
CAUTIONS:
÷WHEN NOT USING THE UNIT FOR A LONG TIME (MORE THAN
TWO WEEKS) OR WHEN ALWAYS USING HOUSEHOLD AC,
REMOVE THE BATTERIES TO AVOID A MALFUNCTION OR
DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.
÷WHEN THE JVC POWER CORD PROVIDED WITH THIS UNIT IS
CONNECTED, THEPOWER ISAUTOMATICALLY SWITCHED FROM
THE BATTERIES TO THE HOUSEHOLD AC EVEN WHEN THE
BATTERIESARE LOADED. HOWEVER, REMOVE THE BATTERIES
WHEN USING THE POWER CORD.

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DC IN
12V
CAUTION
PHONES
AUX IN
~AC IN
DC IN
12V
MIC/GUITAR
INPUT MIC LEVEL
GUITAR LEVEL
D. Operation on car battery (DC 12 V)
÷First connect the car adapter to the DC IN 12 V jack, not the cigarette
lighter socket, because shorting of a plug on the car may cause the
fuse to blow out. In addition, be careful not to make a short-circuit
between the plugs.
To car’s cigarette lighter socket (12 V)
CAUTIONS WHEN USING THIS UNIT IN A CAR
÷Whenusing a car battery, be sureto use the specifiedcar adapter
(JVC model CA-R120E) to prevent mishaps or damage resulting
from different polarity design.
÷For safety, stop the car before performing operations.
÷Be sure to start the engine when you use the car adapter,
otherwise the car battery will be exhausted.
÷During transport, stabilize the unit in a box, etc.
÷This unit is not waterproof or dustproof.To prevent malfunctions,
do not leave the unit in a car for long periods.
÷Unplug the power cord from the AC IN jack when using the unit
with a car adapter.
Optional exclusive car adapter (JVC model CA-R120E)

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NAMES OF PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
CD player/General section
ALL PROGRAM RANDOM
TRACK
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5
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6
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1Shoulder strap hook
2button
3SUPER WOOFER VOLUME control knob
4SOUND button
5Display window
1Function/Track number display
2Play time display
3Repeat play indicator ( ALL)
4Program mode indicator (PROGRAM)
5Random play indicator (RANDOM)
÷See page 22 for clock adjustment display.
6CD door
7LOCK/RELEASE knob
LOCK: To secure the CD door.
RELEASE: To open the CD door.
8VOLUME control knob
9ACTIVE CLEAR SOUND button andACS indicators
pPower STANDBY indicator
qRemote sensor section
Remote control signals are received here.
wMULTI CONTROL buttons
(When the mode is set to CD)
4/¢: Press to locate the beginning of a track during skip play.
Press to fast-forward/rewind during search play.
7: Press to stop.
Press to cancel program play.
eCD 3/8button
Press to select the CD mode.
Press to play/pause.
Press to turn the power on.

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MHz
STEREO
MONO
REC
12 3
3
45
678 9
123
4567
1DC IN 12V jack ( )
2Headphone jack (PHONES) (3.5 mm dia. stereo mini plug)
Connect headphones (impedance 16 Ωto 1 kΩ) to this jack.
Speaker sound is automatically switched off when the headphones
are connected.
3MIC/GUITAR INPUT jack (6.3 mm dia. plug)
4MIC LEVEL (_)/GUITAR LEVEL ( ) control knob
5AUX IN (AUX input) jack
6Telescopic antenna
7AC IN (AC input) jack
8Battery compartment cover
1PRESET TUNING/BEAT CUT button
2AUX button
3Display window
1Band display
2Radio frequency display
3Mode display during FM broadcast (STEREO/MONO)
4Tape (TAPE) display
5Reverse mode indicator ( / / )
6Recording indicator (REC)
7Tape direction indicators (2/3)
4TAPE 23 button
Press to select the tape mode.
Press to select the tape direction.
Press to turn the power on.
5TUNER BAND/FM mode button
Press to select the tuner mode.
Press to select the band.
Press to turn the power on.
Tuner/Deck section
6ONETOUCH REC button
7LOCK/RELEASE knob
LOCK: To secure the cassette holder.
RELEASE: To open the cassette holder.
8Cassette holder
9MULTI CONTROL buttons
(When the mode is set to TAPE)
4REW : Press to rewind the tape.
7STOP : Press to stop the tape.
¢FF : Press to fast-forward the tape.
(When the mode is set to TUNER)
4/¢: Auto tuning/Manual tuning
Rear panel
CAUTION
~AC IN
PHONES
AUX IN
DC IN
12V
1256
7
8
3
4
MIC/GUITAR
INPUT MIC LEVEL
GUITAR LEVEL

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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Preparation before use
÷Installing batteries in the remote control unit
1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control unit.
2. Insert two “R6/AA (15F)” size batteries.
÷Insert the batteries with the ªand ·terminals matching the
indication inside the battery compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
Insert the ·ends first.
The following operations can be performed using the remote control
unit.
÷Check the operation button functions carefully and operate them
correctly.
SLEEP
CLOCK TIMER TIMER
ON/OFF
PROGRAM
RANDOM
REPEAT
SOUND
DISPLAY
SUPER WOOFER
VOLUME
REVERSE MODE
MULTI CONTROL FM MODE REW FF
TAPE TUNER
BAND
C D
DOWN UP SET
AUX
VOLUME
ACS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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r
AUTO
PRESET
REMOTE CONTROL
1TIMER button
Press to change the mode to TIMER.
2CLOCK button
Press to adjust the clock.
3Number buttons (1-10, +10)
(When the mode is set to CD)
Press to play specific tracks or to program tracks.
(When the mode is set to TUNER)
Press to select preset stations.
÷Buttons 1-3 are also used for clock adjustment and timer operation
(see page 22).
4REVERSE MODE button
5DISPLAY button
6SUPER WOOFER VOLUME buttons (+/–)
7TIMER ON /OFF button
Press to cancel or reset the TIMER.
8button
When the main unit power is supplied from batteries, pressing this
button will not turn on the main unit power. (In this case, press the
button on the main unit.)
9SLEEP button
pPROGRAM button
Press to select the program play mode.
qRANDOM button
wREPEAT button
eAUTO PRESET button
rVOLUME buttons (+/–)
÷Buttons not mentioned here have the same functions as those on
the main unit.
÷Battery replacement
When the remote control operation becomes unstable or the distance
from which remote control is possible decreases, replace the batteries.
Using the remote control unit
÷Point at the remote sensor and operate within about 7 m (approx. 23
ft).
÷The remote control range is less when the unit is used at an angle.
÷Do not expose the remote sensor to strong direct sunlight or artificial
lighting.
÷Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote sensor and
the unit.
÷If the radio reception is noisy, move the remote control unit away from
the main unit.

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AUX
CD
BAND
TAPE
TUNER
SWITCHING THE POWER ON/OFF
button
AUX button
Switching the power on/off
÷Switching on:
ON /
STANDBY
STANDBY
÷Switching off:
The STANDBY indicator goes out. ÷The display window lights. (only whenAC power is used)
The STANDBY indicator lights. ÷The display window light goes off and only the clock time is displayed.
ON /
STANDBY
STANDBY
One touch operation (COMPU PLAY)
(only when AC power is used)
Even when the power is set to STANDBY, pressing the button shown
below switches on the power and selects the source.
TUNER
Function mode
When this button is pressed with a tape loaded, tape playback begins.
When this button is pressed, the tuner is engaged.
A sound source connected to theAUX IN terminal can be engaged.
Operations
Notes:
÷COMPU PLAY doesn’t function when the unit is used with batteries or
a car adapter. Press the button to turn on. To avoid battery
exhaustion, the display window doesn’t light either when the power is
switched ON.
÷When switching off the power, be sure to press the button.
÷TheCOMPUPLAYfunction on theremotecontrolhasthesamefunction
as that on the main unit.
AUX
CD
TAPE
When this button is pressed with a CD loaded, CD playback begins.
TUNER/BAND buttonCD 3/8button
TAPE 23 button

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VOLUME control
+ : Use to increase the volume.
– : Use to decrease the volume.
(Control range from VOL 0 to VOL 50.)
÷The volume level is displayed in the display window for 2 seconds.
Sound mode button
Soundmodescanbeselected to enhance the type of music being played.
÷Press the SOUND button to select the sound mode.
÷Each time the SOUND button is pressed the sound mode changes as
follows:
Remote control unitMain unit
SOUND
SOUND
÷The factory-preset is “FLAT”. Each time the SOUND button is pressed, the
display changes as shown.
Sound mode selection
BEAT:
Set to this position for music with a heavy beat, such as rock or disco
music.
POP:
Set to this position for light music including popular and vocal music.
CLEAR:
Set to this position for crisp and clear sounding music with transparent
highs.
FLAT (No sound effect (flat characteristics)):
Set to this position when listening to classical music.
Note:
The selected modes only affect the sound output from the speakers or
headphones. They do not affect the sound when recording.
VOLUME
VOLUME
Main unit Remote control unit
SUPER WOOFER
VOLUME
SUPER WOOFER
VOLUME
Main unit Remote control unit
Note:
Becauseitisrotary,theVOLUMEcontrolknobandthe SUPER WOOFER
VOLUMEcontrolknob do not have avolumestopper. Check the volume
level in the display window when adjusting.
ACTIVE CLEAR SOUND* button
Use the ACTIVE CLEAR SOUND (ACS) button to enhance the sound
reproduction. Press the ACTIVE CLEAR SOUND button to turn it ON/
OFF.
* Active Clear Sound (ACS)
The Active Clear Sound (ACS) circuit emphasizes high-frequency sound
withoutloweringthesignal-noiseratio,whileadjustingitsoutputaccording
to the input signal level. This results in a better balance between the
high-frequency sound and the low-frequency heavy bass sound.
Main unit Remote control unit
ACTIVE
CLEAR SOUND
ON

ACS
LEVEL
ACS
SUPER WOOFER VOLUME control
+ : Use to emphasize the bass sound.
–: Use to tone down the bass sound.
(Control range from BASS 1 to BASS 6.)
÷The volume level is displayed in the display window for 2 seconds.
VOLUME, SOUND MODE AND OTHER CONTROLS
Blinksdependingon thevolume level.
Lights when theACS is ON.

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÷Handling
÷Removing the CD from its storage case and loading it.
Incorrect
Correct Incorrect
÷Cleaning
÷Press to secure the CD.
÷Press the center and lift out.
Note:
CDsshaped like a heart, flower,etc.(specially-shapedCDs) cannot
be used with this unit. If this type of CD is loaded, it will cause a
trouble.
Since dirty, damaged and warped CDs may damage the unit, take care
regarding the following:
1. Usable CDs
Use CDs with the mark shown.
2. Notes on handling CDs
÷Do not touch the reflective recorded surface.
÷Do not stick or write anything on the label side.
÷Do not bend CDs.
3. Storage
÷After removing a CD from the unit, be sure to put it back in its case.
÷Do not expose CDs to direct sunlight, high temperatures from a
heater, etc., high humidity, or dust.
4. Cleaning CDs
÷Before loading a CD, wipe off any dust, dirt or fingerprints with a
soft cloth. CDs should be cleaned by wiping radially from the center
to the edge.
÷Never use thinner, benzine, record cleaner or antistatic spray.
HANDLING CDs

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CD
TRACK
PLAYING CDs
Playing an entire CD
The following example of playing an entire CD assumes a CD with 12
tracks and a total playing time of 48 minutes 57 seconds.
Operate in the order shown
÷When AC power is used. (When battery power is used, switch on the
button first, then perform operation.)
Skip play
÷During play, it is possible to skip forward to the beginning of the next
track or back to the beginning of the track being played or the previous
track; when the beginning of the required track has been located, play
starts automatically.
To listen to the next track...
Press the ¢button once to skip to the beginning of the next track.
STOP
MULTI CONTROL
FF

REW
To listen to the previous track...
Press the 4button to skip to the beginning of the track being played.
Press twice quickly to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
STOP
MULTI CONTROL
FF

REW
STOP
MULTI CONTROL
FF

REW
Keep pressing for fast-
reverse search. Keep pressing for fast-
forward search.
÷Hold down the button; search play starts slowly and then gradually
increases in speed.
÷Since low-volume sound (at about one quarter of the normal level) can
beheard in the search mode,monitor the sound and releasethe button
when the required position is located.
Search play (to locate the required position on the CD)
÷The required position can be located using fast-forward or reverse
search while playing a CD.
LOCK
RELEASE
11
2
2
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LOCK
RELEASE
1Set to RELEASE to open the CD door.
2Load a CD with the label side facing up and close the CD door. Press
theCDdoordownandsettoLOCK, listening for the click that indicates
the CD door is securely closed.
3Press to start play.
Track number
4Adjust the volume.
÷8-cm (3") CDs can be used in this unit without an adapter.
÷To stop in the middle of a CD
During play, press the 7button to stop play.
÷The total number of tracks and total playback time are displayed.
÷To stop a CD temporarily
Press the CD 3/8button to stop play temporarily and the playing time
display blinks.
Whenpressedagain,play resumes from the point where it waspaused.
Note:
÷The following indication may appear when a CD is dirty or scratched,
or when the CD is loaded upside down.
In such a case, check the CD and insert again after cleaning the CD or
turning it over.
or
÷Do not use the unit at excessively high or low temperatures. The
recommended temperature range is from 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F).
÷After playback, unload the CD and close the CD door.
÷If mistracking occurs during play, lower the volume.
÷Take the disc out of the unit before transporting it.
÷Do not place anything other than a CD in the CD player, as this may
cause damage to the unit.
÷Do not apply shock to the unit or use the unit in an unstable position,
otherwise mistracking may occur.
Elapsed playback time

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PROGRAM
C D
C D
12
3
45
PROGRAM
TRACK
PROGRAM
TRACK
REC
SLEEP
PROGRAM
RANDOM
REPEAT
AUTO
PRESET
REVERSE MODE
MULTI CONTROL FM MODE REW FF
TAPE TUNER
BAND
C D
DOWN UP SET
AUX
1, 5
2
4
3
Direct access play (using the remote control unit)
÷Pressing any of the track number buttons will start play from the
beginningofthedesignated track. (This function cannot be used during
programmed play.)
The 12th track
To designate the 12th track.
Programmed play (using the remote control unit)
÷Up to 20 tracks can be programmed to be played in any required order.
The total playing time of programmed tracks is displayed (up to 99
minutes, 59 seconds).
(Example: When programming the 2nd track to be played first, and the
6th track next, then the 12th track, etc.)
The total playback time of programmed tracks is displayed.
To clear the programmed tracks...
Press the 7button before playing a CD. During programmed play, press
this button twice. When the CD door is opened, programmed tracks are
cleared automatically.
Notes:
÷If the total playing time of the programmed tracks exceeds 99 minutes
59 seconds, the total playing time indication will go out.
÷No more than 21 tracks can be programmed for playback.
÷When programming tracks to be recorded, the previous step 5is not
needed. Press the ONE TOUCH REC button instead of the CD 3/8
button.
÷If the wrong track number is accidentally pressed, press the 7(stop)
button to cancel it and perform the same operation from step3.
÷If the power is set to STANDBY, the program is erased.
1Press the CD 3/8button to set to the CD mode.
2Press the 7button.
3Designate the required track using the track number buttons.
÷To designate track numbers 1 to 10, press the track number button
corresponding to the track number.
÷To designate track number 11 or higher, press the +10 button* the
required number of times, then a track number button.
Example:
(To designate the 20th track)
Press the +10 button once, then press track number button 10.
(To designate the 25th track)
Press the +10 button twice, then press track number button 5.
* +10 button:
Each time this button is pressed, the number increases by 10. First
press this button to set the 10's digit, then press the track number
button to set the 1's digit.
÷To skip to another track during play
When the required track number button is pressed, the display shows
the designated track number and play starts from the beginning of the
designated track.
SLEEP
CLOCK TIMER TIMER
ON/OFF
PROGRAM
RANDOM
REPEAT
AUTO
PRESET
REVERSE MODE
MULTI CONTROL FM MODE REW FF
TAPE TUNER
BAND
C D
DOWN UP SET
AUX
3
12
To confirm the details of a program...
Press the PROGRAM button; the tracks making up the program will be
displayed in programmed order.
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
Program order number
Track number
1Press the CD 3/8button to set to the CD mode.
2Press the 7button.
3Press the PROGRAM button to set to the programming mode.
4Press to designate the required track number.
Designatethe remaining tracks by pressingthe track number buttons.
5Press the CD 3/8button when programming is completed.
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Repeat play (using the remote control unit)
Press the REPEAT button before or during play. A single track or all the
tracks can be repeated.
Whether a single track or all tracks are to be repeated can be specified.
Each time the REPEAT button is pressed, the mode will change from a
single track ( ), to all the tracks ( ALL), to the clear mode, in this
order.
ALL
REPEAT
Single track
Goes off.
Repeat playback is released.
All tracks
Random play (using the remote control unit)
Press the RANDOM button.
“RANDOM” appears in the display window. After all tracks are played
back once in random order, playback stops and random play is released.
Note:
MovetheunitasfarawaypossiblefromaTVorotherradioset.Otherwise,
the CD playback sound will be degraded or the TV picture may be
distorted.
RANDOM
HANDLING CASSETTE TAPES
÷Single track repeat ( )
The current or specified track will be played repeatedly.
÷All tracks repeat ( ALL)
All tracks or the programmed tracks of a CD will be played repeatedly.
Cassette loading
1.SettheLOCK/RELEASEknobtoRELEASE to open thecassetteholder.
2. Insert a cassette tape as shown.
3. Close the cassette tape holder and set the LOCK/RELEASE knob to
LOCK, listening for the click that indicates the cassette holder is
securely closed.
Adhesive tape
Tab “A”
Side “B”Tab “B”
Side “A”
Turn the pencil to tighten the tape.
Cassette tapes
1. Loose tape may cause trouble. Using a pencil or like object, gently
tighten the tape as shown.
2. To prevent recordings from being erased accidentally, remove the
tab(s) with a screwdriver, etc. Reseal the slots with adhesive tape to
erase and re-record after the tabs have been removed.
3. C-120 cassettes are not recommended because they are prone to
malfunction.
Note:
If the power is switched off while tape is running, it may be impossible to
remove the cassette. If this happens, switch the power on again before
attempting to remove the cassette.
Auto tape select mechanism
ThisunithasanAutoTapeSelectmechanismwhichdistinguishes between
different types of tape using detection holes in the cassette. After the
type of tape has been detected, bias and equalization suitable for the
tape are set.
÷Cassettes with detection holes:
Metal tape (EQ: 70 µs) .................... Type IV
CrO2(chrome) tape (EQ: 70 µs) ..... Type II
÷Cassettes without detection holes:
Normal tape (EQ: 120 µs) ............... Type I
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Set to RELEASE to open. Press the cassette holder in and set to
LOCK to close, listening for the click that
indicates the cassette holder is securely
closed.
CASSETTE PLAYBACK
Operate in the order shown
÷WhenAC power is used.
(Whenbatterypowerisused,switchonthe buttonfirst,thenperform
operation.)
1Load a cassette tape with side A facing out.
2Press to start playback. (The power is switched on and the TAPE
mode is engaged to start tape playback.)
3Adjust the volume.
÷After loading a cassette tape, simply press the TAPE 23 button. The
power is switched on and the tape starts playback. (To select the
playbackdirection,press theTAPE23 button.The changeindirection
can be checked in the tape direction indicator (2or 3).)
÷When the tape plays back with the reverse mode set to (single side
play) or (both side play) mode, the tape stops automatically at the
endof the tape after playingone or both sides. Whenthe reverse mode
is set to the (continuous play) mode, the tape continuously plays
one side after the other until you stop operation.
Notes:
÷Do not turn the LOCK/RELEASE knob until the tape mechanism has
stopped moving.
÷When no tape is loaded in the deck, its tape playback direction can not
be switched over.
How to fast-wind tapes
1. Press the TAPE 23 button (to set to TAPE mode).
2. Press the 4(REW) or ¢(FF) button.
LOCK
RELEASE
LOCK
RELEASE
1
1
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USING WITH ANOTHER AUDIO UNIT
Operate in the order shown
÷When AC power is used. (When battery power is used, switch on the
button first, then perform operation.)
1Connect the audio unit, turntable, MD player, etc. to the AUX IN jack
(see page 5).
2Press theAUX button. (The power is switched on and theAUX mode
is engaged.)
3Start playback on the connected audio unit.
(For more details, refer to the instruction manual of the connected
audio unit.)
4Adjust the volume.
(The volume level is displayed in the display window.)
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AUX
2

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Operate in the order shown
÷When AC power is used. (When battery power is used, switch on the
button first, then perform operation.)
RADIO RECEPTION
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1Press the TUNER BAND button.
÷The power is switched on.
2Select the band by pressing the TUNER BAND button.
÷Pressing this button switches between FM auto, FM mono andAM.
3Tune to the required station.
÷Seektuning(autotuning)andmanualtuningareavailable(see “Seek
tuning (auto tuning)” and “Manual tuning” on this page for details).
4Adjust the antenna (see page 19).
5Adjust the volume.
To listen to an FM stereo broadcast
FM auto
Set to this position by pressing the TUNER BAND button when listening
to or recording an FM broadcast. If an FM stereo broadcast is received,
the“STEREO” indicator is lit in thedisplay window, and the FMbroadcast
can be heard in stereo.
FM mono
Set to this position by pressing the TUNER BAND button if FM stereo
reception is noisy. The “MONO” indicator is lit and the sound becomes
monaural, but the reception will be improved.
When another station is tuned to in this mode, the “MONO” indicator
goes off and the unit returns to the FM auto automatically.
Note:
AM broadcasts are monaural.
Seek tuning (auto tuning)
Press the 4or ¢button for one second or more. The unit enters the
seek tuning mode to tune in the nearest station automatically, so the
broadcast can be heard. In AM operation, the frequency moves
continuously from the MW to the LW band and vice versa.
Auto preset tuning
This function scans the current band, detecting frequencies used to
broadcast signals, and stores the first 30 FM frequencies and 15 AM
(MW/LW) frequencies in memory automatically.
(Using the main unit)
Press the PRESET TUNING button for more than 2 seconds.
(Using the remote control unit)
Press theAUTO PRESET button.
The frequencies of stations’ broadcasting signals are stored in memory
automatically in the order of increasing frequency. (30 stations in FM
band and 15 stations in AM (MW/LW) band.)
Notes:
÷When seek tuning to the required station is not possible because the
broadcast signal is too weak, press the 4or ¢button momentarily
to perform manual tuning.
÷When the power is set to STANDBY, or another mode (TAPE or CD) is
selected,thelasttuned frequency is stored in memory.Whenthepower
is switched on again and TUNER BAND button is pressed, the same
station will be tuned to.
Manual tuning
Each time the 4or ¢button is pressed, the unit steps through the
current frequency band. Tuning is done in steps of 50 kHz for FM and 9
kHz for AM (MW/LW). In AM operation, the tuned frequency moves
continuouslyfromtheMW (522-1,629 kHz) to the LW(144-288kHz)band
and vice versa.
Press to move to lower
frequencies. Press to move to higher
frequencies.
STOP
MULTI CONTROL
FF

REW

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Presettingthe desiredstations (usingthe remotecontrol unit)
30 stations in FM band and 15 stations in AM (MW/LW) band can be
preset as follows:
÷Example: (Presetting an FM station broadcasting on 103.5 MHz to preset
button “15”)
1Press the TUNER BAND/FM MODE button.
2Select the FM band using the TUNER BAND/FM MODE button.
3Tune to the required station.
4Press preset button “+10”, then “5” for more than 2 sec.
(When “15” blinks in the preset station display, the station has been
stored.)
÷Repeat the previous procedure for each of the other stations, using a
different preset button each time.
÷Repeat the previous procedure for the other band.
÷To change preset stations
Perform step 4after tuning to the required station.
Notes:
÷The previously stored station is erased when a new station is stored,
because the new station’s frequency replaces the previous frequency
in memory.
÷When listening to an AM (MW/LW) broadcast, noise may be heard if
the remote control unit is used.
SLEEP
PROGRAM
RANDOM
REPEAT
AUTO
PRESET
SOUND
DISPLAY
REVERSE MODE
MULTI CONTROL FM MODE REW FF
TAPE TUNER
BAND
C D
DOWN UP SET
AUX
ACS
4
1
2
3
MHz
To prevent the preset stations from being erased because of a power
failure, etc., install memory back-up batteries in the unit (see page
6).
Preset station tuning
(Receiving the preset stations)
÷The stations must be preset before this operation can be performed.
(Using the main unit)
1Press the TUNER BAND button.
2Select the band using the TUNER BAND button.
3Each time the PRESET TUNING button is pressed, the next preset
station is selected.
(Using the remote control unit)
1Press the TUNER BAND/FM MODE button.
2Select the band using the TUNER BAND/FM MODE button.
3Press the required preset station buttons (No. 1 – No. 10 and +10).
÷The preset station number and frequency corresponding to the button
pressed are shown.
FM: Adjust the telescopic antenna’s length, angle and
direction until optimum reception is received.
AM (MW/LW): Install the unit wheresuitablereceptionispossible(beside
a window, etc.) or change the direction of the unit.
Note:
The built-in ferrite core antenna can pick up interference from television
receiversintheneighborhoodandtherebydisturbAM (MW/LW)reception.
FM
AM (MW/LW)
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Synchronized recording with the CD player
÷In this system, the CD player starts play when the cassette deck enters
the recording mode.
Operate in the order shown
Note:
Thisunit has recording characteristics suitablefor normal and CrO2
tapes. Normal and CrO2tapes have different characteristics from
metal tapes.
1Load a CD and close the CD door.
2Press the CD 3/8button to engage the CD mode, then press the 7
STOP button to enter the stop mode.
3Load a cassette with side A facing out. (Wind past the tape leader
before starting recording.)
÷Make sure the tape direction is set to 3(forward direction).
4Select the required reverse mode ( or ).
÷When programmed play is required, program the required tracks
using the remote control. (See page 15.)
÷Select tracks with a total playing time which does not exceed the
tape length (refer to the liner notes).
5PresstheONE TOUCHRECbutton;synchronizedrecordingwillstart.
÷Recording starts in the forward direction and CD play starts
automatically.
÷The forward direction indicator (3) blinks and the REC indicator
lights up in the display window.
÷Non-recorded sections of approx. 4 seconds are automatically left
between tunes.
÷When the CD player stops, the tape deck stops automatically.
÷To stoprecordinginthemiddle, pressthe 7STOPbutton.Thecassette
deck also stops after 4 seconds.
Note:
÷During CD synchro recording, the CD 3/8and (4, ¢) buttons do
not function.
÷If a recording is completed in the reverse direction (2), it is possible to
continue recording without changing the direction to forward (3), until
the tape ends.
÷If continuous play is selected, a recording in the reverse direction
(2)automaticallystopsat the end of the tape. The indicator appears
in the display window during recording.
RECORDING
÷Duringrecording,theALC (Automatic Level Control) circuit automatically
optimizes the recording level, so manual recording level adjustment is
unnecessary.
÷Check that the safety tab on the cassette tape is not broken off.
Before recording
Whenthetapedirectionissetto2(reverse direction) after a cassette
tape is inserted...
1Press the TAPE 23 button twice to change the tape direction to 3
(forward direction).
2Press the 7STOP button.
3Change the mode to CD by pressing the CD 3/8button.
(Ifanon-recordedtape with sideAfacingoutisrecorded in the reverse
direction (2), the recording is stopped immediately.)
When non-recorded section between tunes is not required...
1Press the CD 3/8button twice. The CD player enters the pause
mode.
2Press the ONE TOUCH REC button to start recording.
Note:
÷Depending on the CD used, non-recorded sections of different lengths
may be left between tunes.
How to rewind a tape
1Press the TAPE 23 button (to set TAPE mode).
2Press the 7STOP button.
3Press the 4(REW) button.
To record one track...
Play the track to be recorded. Then press the ONETOUCH REC button
to locate the beginning of the track and enter the one track recording
mode. After the recording is finished, the CD player and cassette deck
both stop.
To record only on side B or in the middle of a tape...
1Load the cassette with the required side facing out.
2Set the reverse mode to with the remote control unit.
3Press the ONE TOUCH REC button on the main unit.
Synchronizedrecordingstartsandthecassettedeck stops automatically
when CD playback is completed.
÷CD complete recording function (Synchro recording mode only)
If the tape is reversed while a CD is being played, recording will be
done on the reverse side of the tape as follows:
* When less than 10 seconds of the last tune on the forward side of the
tape have been recorded, recording on the other side of the tape will
start from the beginning of the previous track.
* When more than 10 seconds of the last tune on the forward side of
the tape have been recorded, recording on the other side of the tape
will start from the beginning of the current track.
SLEEP
PROGRAM
RANDOM
REPEAT
AUTO
PRESET
SOUND
DISPLAY
REVERSE MODE
MULTI CONTROL FM MODE REW FF
TAPE TUNER
BAND
C D
DOWN UP SET
AUX
ACS
4
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