JVC RD-D228H User manual

Instruction Manual
FM Boombox
RD-D228H
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Contents
Safety Warnings.............................................................................................................................4
Unpacking......................................................................................................................................6
Product Overview..........................................................................................................................7
Front View.................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Side View.................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Top View..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Rear View ................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Power Source .................................................................................................................................9
Battery Power........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Mains Power ...........................................................................................................................................................10
Connections .................................................................................................................................11
Using the AUX Connection................................................................................................................................11
General Operation.......................................................................................................................12
Powering ON/OFF.................................................................................................................................................12
Selecting Modes....................................................................................................................................................12
Adjusting the Volume..........................................................................................................................................12
FM Operation ...............................................................................................................................13
Auto Scan.................................................................................................................................................................13
Manual Scan ...........................................................................................................................................................13
For Better Reception............................................................................................................................................13
Presetting Stations ...............................................................................................................................................13
Recalling a Preset Station...................................................................................................................................13
Compatible Disc Types ................................................................................................................14
CD Operation ...............................................................................................................................14
Playback ...................................................................................................................................................................14
To Pause Playback.................................................................................................................................................14
To Stop Playback...................................................................................................................................................14
Skipping to Another Track.................................................................................................................................14
Fast Forward and Fast Reverse.........................................................................................................................14
Repeat Playback....................................................................................................................................................15
Programme Setting..............................................................................................................................................15
Programme Cancel...............................................................................................................................................15
AUX Operation.............................................................................................................................15
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................16
Cleaning the Unit / Cassette Compartment................................................................................................16
Handling Discs.......................................................................................................................................................16
Cleaning Discs........................................................................................................................................................16
Storing Discs...........................................................................................................................................................16
Hints and Tips ..............................................................................................................................17
Product Fiche and Specications ...............................................................................................18
Useful Information and Licences................................................................................................19
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Safety Warnings
• Read all the instructions carefully before
using the unit and keep them for future
reference.
• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit
onto a third party make sure to include this
manual.
• Check that the voltage marked on the
rating label matches your mains voltage.
Damage
• Please inspect the unit for damage after
unpacking.
• Do not continue to operate the unit if you
are in any doubt about it working normally,
or if it is damaged in any way - switch o,
withdraw the mains plug and consult your
dealer.
Location of Unit
• The unit must be placed on a at stable
surface and should not be subjected to
vibrations.
• Do not place the unit on sloped or unstable
surfaces as the unit may fall o or tip over.
• The mains socket must be located near the
unit and should be easily accessible.
• This unit is designed for indoor, domestic
use only
Temperature
• Avoid extreme degrees of temperature,
either hot or cold. Place the unit well away
from heat sources such as radiators or gas/
electric res.
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat.
• Attention should be drawn to the use of
apparatus in moderate climates.
Naked Flames
• Never place any type of candle or naked
ame on the top of or near the unit.
Moisture
• To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or
product damage, do not expose this unit
to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. No
objects lled with liquids, such as vases,
should be placed on the unit.
• If you spill any liquid into the unit, it can
cause serious damage. Switch it o at the
mains immediately. Withdraw the mains
plug and consult your dealer.
Ventilation
• To prevent the risk of electric shock or
re hazard due to overheating, ensure
that curtains and other materials do not
obstruct the ventilation vents.
• Do not install or place this unit in a
bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
conned space. Ensure the unit is well
ventilated.
Safety
• Always disconnect the unit from the mains
supply before connecting/ disconnecting
other devices or moving the unit.
• Unplug the unit from the mains socket
before a lightning storm.
Mains Cable
• Make sure the unit or the unit stand is not
resting on top of the mains adapter cable,
as the weight of the unit may damage the
cable and create a safety hazard.
The mains plug is used as
disconnect device, the disconnect
device shall remain readily
operable.
Interference
• Do not place the unit on or near appliances
which may cause electromagnetic
interference. If you do, it may adversely
aect the operating performance of the
unit, and cause a distorted picture or sound.
Batteries
• Keep loose batteries away from young
children and make sure that the battery
holder tray is secure in the unit. Seek
medical advice if you believe a cell has been
swallowed.
• Please dispose of batteries correctly by
following the guidance in this manual.
• Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight
or sources of excessive heat.
• Attention should be drawn to the
environmental aspects of battery disposal.
Earphones
• Listening to loud sounds for prolonged
periods of time may permanently damage
your hearing.
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• Before putting on earphones, turn the
volume down then put the earphones on
and slowly increase the volume until you
reach a comfortable listening level.
Supervision
• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the unit.
• Never let anyone especially children push
anything into the holes, slots or any other
openings in the case - this could result in a
fatal electric shock.
Class 1 Laser Product
This unit utilises a laser. Use
of controls, adjustments or
performance of procedures
other than those specied
herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
• Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray
is empty.
• Always remove the disc when the unit is
not in use.
• Failure to do so will risk severely damaging
the disc and the unit.
• Do not stack devices, heat from other
devices may aect the performance of the
unit.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning ash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated“dangerous
voltage” within the unit’s enclosure that
may be of sucient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
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 manual
accompanying the unit.
Service
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove screws. The unit does not contain
any user-serviceable parts. Please leave all
maintenance work to qualied personnel.
• Do not open any xed covers as this may
expose dangerous voltages.
Maintenance
• Ensure the unit is fully unplugged from the
power supply before cleaning.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
~ AC voltage: This symbol indicates that the
rated voltage marked with the symbol is AC
voltage.
DC voltage: This symbol indicates that the
rated voltage marked with the symbol is DC
voltage.
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad or
abrasive cleaning solutions as these may
damage the unit’s surface.
• Do not use liquids to clean the unit.
• This equipment is a Class II or double
insulated electrical appliance. It has
been designed in such a way that it
does not require a safety connection
to electrical earth.
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Unpacking
Remove all items from the packaging. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so
according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
Main Unit Mains Cable
Instruction Manual
Instruction
Manual
Thank you for purchasing your new product.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual
in order that you fully understand all the operational features it oers. You
will also nd some hints and tips to help you resolve any issues.
Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this
instruction manual for future reference.
• If items are missing, or damaged please contact Partmaster (UK only). Tel: [phone] for assistance.
• If you require additional assistance:
For UK, please call our UK Call Centre on 0344 561 1234.
For Ireland, please call our Ireland Call Center on 1 890 818 575.
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Product Overview
Front View
Side View
1. PLAY/PAUSE/STOP Button
2. MODE/ST/MONO Button
3. PRESET Button
4. Display
5. STANDBY Indicator
6. ON/OFF Button
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7. SKIP+ Button
8. SKIP– Button
9. Speakers
10. SOURCE Button
11. Volume – Button
12. Volume + Button
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1. Aerial
2. Handle
3. CD Compartment Cover
4. OPEN/CLOSE Lid
1. AUX IN Socket
2. AC~ IN Socket
AC-IN~
AUX-IN
OPEN/CLOSE
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3
4
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Top View
Rear View
• Visible and invisible laser radiation. If the cover is open, do not look at the beam.
• High voltage! Do not open. You run the risk of getting an electric shock.
• The machine does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
• Modication of the product could result in hazardous radiation of EMC or other unsafe operation.
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Power Source
Whenever convenient, use the mains cable if you want to conserve battery life. Make sure
you remove the plug from the unit and mains socket before inserting batteries.
Battery Power
1. Open the battery door and insert 6 batteries, type UM-2 or C-cells (not included) with
the correct polarity as indicated by the “+” and “–” symbols inside the compartment.
2. Replace the battery door making sure the batteries are rmly and correctly in place. The
unit is now ready to operate.
Handling the Batteries
• Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which could cause
personal injury or damage to property.
• Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and –) indications in the battery
compartment.
• Use only the types of the batteries which are indicated in this manual.
• Do not install new batteries with used ones and do not mix dierent types of batteries.
• Do not dispose of the used batteries as domestic waste. Dispose of them in accordance with local
regulations.
• If you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery
leakage and corrosion.
Underside of unit
Always switch the unit o after use to conserve the battery life.
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Mains Power
Always check you have completely switched o the unit, before you change or disconnect the power
supply.
1. Check that the power voltage shown on the rating label located on the bottom of
the unit, corresponds to your local power supply. If it does not, consult your dealer or
service centre.
2. Connect the mains cable to the AC~IN socket and the mains socket. The unit is now
connected and ready for use.
3. To switch the unit o completely, withdraw the mains cable from the mains socket.
4. Install the unit near a mains socket where the mains plug can be easily reached.
AC-IN~
AUX-IN
Disconnect the mains cable from the mains socket to protect your unit during heavy thunderstorms.
Children could seriously injure themselves as the free end of the cable may still be live if only the
connector is removed from the mains socket at the back of the unit.
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Connections
Using the AUX Connection
Use a 3.5mm to RCA stereo audio cable to connect the audio device’s audio output sockets
to the unit’s AUX IN socket.
AC-IN~
AUX-IN
AUX IN
Top View of Unit Auxillary device
Audio devices
3.5mm to RCA stereo audio
cable (not included)
3.5mm to 3.5mm
stereo audio cable
(not included)
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General Operation
Powering ON/OFF
When you rst connect the unit to the mains socket, the unit will be in STANDBY mode and
the STANDBY indicator will light up red.
• Press and hold the ON/OFF button on the unit to switch the unit on.
• Press the ON/OFF button on the unit to switch the unit back to STANDBY mode. The
display will show“OFF“ and then go blank. The STANDBY indicator will light up red.
• Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket if you want to switch the unit o
completely.
When the unit volume is close to mute or is idle for approximately 15 minutes, it will automatically switch
to standby mode.
Selecting Modes
Press the SOURCE button repeatedly on the unit to switch between FM,AUX and CD
mode. The selected mode will show on the display.
Adjusting the Volume
• Press the VOLUME +/– button on the unit.
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FM Operation
Press SOURCE repeatedly to select FM mode.
Auto Scan
Press and hold the SKIP+/SKIP– button until the tuner starts searching for a station. Once a
station has been found, the scanning will stop automatically.
The search may not stop at a station with a very weak signal.
Manual Scan
Press SKIP+/SKIP– button repeatedly until your desired frequency is reached.
With FM radio it may be necessary to ne tune each station by pressing the SKIP+/SKIP– buttons
repeatedly. Each press will adjust the frequency by 0.05MHz. If reception is still poor adjust the position of
the aerial or try moving the radio to another location.
For Better Reception
Fully unwind the aerial. Extend the aerial and place it in the
position that oers the best sound reception.
Presetting Stations
You can store up to 20 of your favourite FM stations to
the memory. This will enable you to access your favourite
stations quickly and easily.
1. To store a preset, you must rst be listening to the
station that you would like to save, press and hold
PRESET. The display will show“MEM“ and “P0#“ ’.
2. Press SKIP+/SKIP– button to select your desired preset station number and then press
PRESET to conrm.
Recalling a Preset Station
1. Once you have saved a station to one of the preset buttons, you can recall it by pressing
PRESET button.
2. Press SKIP+/SKIP– button to select your desired preset station number.
3. Press PRESET button to conrm the selection to recall the preset station.
The stored stations will be saved into the memory and power o will not erase it. Storing a new station
into a preset location will erase the previously stored station in that location.
AC-IN~
AUX-IN
Aerial
Rear View of Unit
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Compatible Disc Types
Disc Types Disc Logo Recorded Content
CD-R (CD Recordable) AUDIO
CD-RW (CD-Rewritable) AUDIO
AUDIO-CD (Compact Disc Digital Audio) AUDIO
CD Operation
• CD-ROM, CD-I, CDV, VCD, DVD or computer CDs are not possible for playback.
• CDs encoded with copyright protection technologies by some record companies may be unplayable
by this unit.
Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select CD mode.
Playback
1. Lift up the OPEN/CLOSE lid at the top of the unit.
2. Place the CD disc with the label side up into the CD compartment, and then close the
door.
3. If there is no disc or the disc can’t be read, ‘no’ will show on the display.
4. The total number of tracks will display on the display, then press PLAY/PAUSE/STOP
button to play the rst track of the CD disc automatically.
To Pause Playback
1. Press PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button to pause the playback. The icon will ash on the
display.
2. To resume playback, press PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button again.
To Stop Playback
Press and hold PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button to stop playback.
Skipping to Another Track
• Press SKIP– button to skip to beginning of the current track or the previous track.
• Press SKIP+ button to skip forward to the next track.
Fast Forward and Fast Reverse
• Press and hold SKIP+/SKIP– buttons to fast backward or forward on the current track.
• To resume playback, release SKIP+/SKIP– buttons.
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Repeat Playback
1. Press MODE/ST/MONO once, “ 1“ will show on the display. The CD will play the
current track repeatedly.
2. Press MODE/ST/MONO twice, “ ALL“ will show on the display. The CD will play all
tracks repeatedly.
3. Press MODE/ST/MONO three times, “RAN” will show in the display. The CD will play all
tracks randomly.
4. Press MODE/ST/MONO once more and the repeat function will turn o.
Programme Setting
The user can program up to 20 tracks in CD mode in any desired order.
1. Make sure the disc is not playing.
2. Press PRESET to enter programme mode.
3. Press SKIP+/SKIP– buttons to select the track that you want to preset.
4. Press PRESET to conrm the track.
5. Repeat steps 2-4 to program more tracks. Once it is completed, press the PLAY/PAUSE/
STOP button to start playback of the programmed tracks.
Programme Cancel
Press PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button twice, or open the CD tray door and close it again to erase
the memory.
AUX Operation
There is AUX IN socket located at the top of the unit. Analogue audio sound signals from
other sources can be connected to the unit through the socket.
1. Connect to another audio device using the AUX IN socket via a 3.5 mm stereo audio
cable.
2. While in the ON mode, press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select AUX mode.
3. Press Volume +/– button to adjust the volume to your desired level.
4. In AUX mode, operate your audio device directly for playback features.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the Unit / Cassette Compartment
Ensure the unit is fully unplugged from the mains socket before cleaning.
• To clean the unit, wipe the case with a slightly moist, lint-free cloth.
• Do not use any cleaning uids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives.
• Do not spray an aerosol at or near the unit.
• Use a soft brush to brush o any dust or dirt from the cassette compartment heads.
Handling Discs
• Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
• Do not attach paper or tape to the disc.
Cleaning Discs
• Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc
from the centre outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.
• If you cannot wipe o the dust with a cloth, wipe the disc lightly with a slightly
moistened cloth and nish with a dry cloth.
• Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine, commercially available
cleaners or antistatic spray. They may damage the disc.
Storing Discs
• Do not store discs in places subjected to direct sunlight or near heat sources.
• Do not store discs in places subjected to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near
a humidier.
• Storing discs vertically in a case, stacking discs or placing objects on discs outside of
their cases may cause warping.
Playback side
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Hints and Tips
Problem Description
No sound • Adjust the volume.
Static sound • Signal reception is too low. Adjust the aerial or move the unit
to a stronger signal location.
Sound is distorted • Volume is too high. Adjust the volume.
The unit does not
respond when
pressing any buttons.
• The unit may freeze up during use. Switch the unit o and
then on again.
CD
The disc does not
play
• There is no disc inside the unit (“no” appears on the display).
• Insert the disc correctly with the label side facing up.
• Clean the disc.
• PAUSE mode may be activated, deactivate it.
• A non-valid disc has been inserted.
• Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a
sudden change in temperature. Wait about an hour for it to
clear and try again.
Disc skips • Make sure the unit is on a secure spot. Vibrations or jarring
can cause the disc to skip.
File from Media
storage device does
not play
• Check the le format.
Radio
Desired station not
found
• Weak signal. Use the Manual Tune function.
If any functional abnormality is encountered, unplug the unit from the mains socket and reconnect it
again.
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Product Fiche and Specifications
Brand JVC
Model RD-D228H
Power Requirement AC 230-240 V 50Hz
Power Consumption 11 W
Output Speaker Power 1.5 W RMS × 2
Frequency Response 50 Hz - 15 kHz
Speakers Total Impedance 4 Ω
Disc Format CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Frequency Range FM: 87.5 – 108 MHz
Net Weight 1.1 kg
Dimensions 245 mm (W) × 201 mm (D) × 133 mm (H)
Features and specications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Useful Information and Licences
Visit Partmaster.co.uk today for the easiest way to buy electrical spares and
accessories. With over 1 million spares and accessories available we can
deliver direct to your door the very next day. Visit www.partmaster.co.uk or
call 0344 800 3456 (UK customers only) Calls charged at National Rate.
In the unlikely event of a problem developing, please contact the store where you purchased your equipment.
We continually strive to improve our products; specications may change without prior notice.
For advice on where to purchase accessories, please contact the store where you purchased your equipment.
The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed
of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste
equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical
and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the
time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the environment.
For more information about where you can drop o your waste for recycling, please contact your
local authority, or where you purchased your product.
Notes for battery disposal
The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. To preserve our
environment, dispose of used batteries according to your local laws or regulations. Do not dispose of batteries
with normal household waste.
For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.
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For general information about appliances,
and handy hints and tips check out Kit Guides at
teamknowhow.com or
call UK: 0344 561 1234 Ireland: 1890 818 575
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IB-RD-D228H-190408V4
For Help and Support Call
UK: 0344 561 1234
Ireland: 1890 818 575
The product is distributed and warranted exclusive by DSG Retail Ltd.
“JVC” is the trademark of JVC KENWOOD Corporation,
used by DSG Retail Ltd. under license.
DSG Retail Ltd. (co. no. 504877)
1 Portal Way, London, W3 6RS, UK
EU Representative
DSG Retail Ireland Ltd (259460)
3rd Floor Oce Suite
Omni Park SC, Santry, Dublin 9, Republic of Ireland
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