JVC FS-X 3 User manual

JVC
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
FS.Xl/FS.X3
Consists of CA-FSX1 and SP-FSX1
Consists of CA-FSX3 and SP-FSX3
SP-FSX1 CA-FSX1 SP-FSX1
SP-FSX3
DIGITALAUDIO
CA-FSX3 SP-FSX3
INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model NO._nd Serial NO.
which are located either on the _e_r, bot-
tom or side of the cabinet. Retain this
informationfor future reference.
Mode_No.
Serial NO.
LVT1040-007A
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
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Caution--STANDBY/ON (5/I button!
Disconnect the main plug to shut the power off completely.
The STANDBY/ON (5/I button in any position does not dis-
connect the main line. The power can be remote controlled.
•When the unit is on standby, the STANDBY/ON indicator
lights red.
• When the unit isturned on, the STANDBY/ON indicator
lights green.
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
1. Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock
failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
CAUTION
1.Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
2. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of pro-
cedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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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 the level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height
of 10 cm or more.
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CAUTION
•About the Internal Cooling Fan
This unit includes an internal cooling fan, so as to allow for high-
power operation within a small space.
This fan co_qes on when the sound level is set high, and may also
come on even at low sound levels if the internal temperature rises.
To ensure effective fan operation, please leave at least 15cm
clearance between the rear of the unit and the wall, and at least
lc{_qclearance on each side of the unit.
CAUTION
1.Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by
a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be
able to get out.)
2. Do not place any naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on the apparatus.
3. When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws govern-
ing the disposal of these batteries must be followed
strictly.
4. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture,
dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the appa-
ratus.
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact Component System.
We hope it will be a valued addition to your home, giving you years of enjoyment,
Be sure to read this inslruction manual carefully before operating your new stereo system.
In it you will find all the information you need Io set up and use the syslem.
If you have a query that is not answered by the manual, please contact your dealer.
Features
Here are some of the things that make your System both powerful and simple to use,
The controls and operations have been redesigned to make them very easy Io use, freeing you Io
just enjoy the music.
• With JVC's COMPU PLAY you can turn on the System and automatically start the Radio or
CD Player with a single touch.
The System incorporates AHB (Active Hyper Bass) PRO circuitry to faithfully reproduce low
frequency sound.
A 45-station preset capability (30 FM and 15 AM) in addition to aulo-seek and manual tuning.
CD options that include repeat, random and program play.
Timer functions; Daily Timer and Sleep Timer. The Daily Timer can select one of l0 melodies as a source, in addition to
CD, FM, AM and LINE.
You can connect various external units, such as an MD recorder.
The system can play CD-R and CD-RW after they have been finalized.
You can play back your original CD-R or CD-RW recorded in Music CD format. (However they may not be played back
depending on their characteristics or recording conditions.)
How This Manual Is Organized
•Basic information that is the same for many different functions - e.g. setting the volume - is given in the section
'Basic Operations', and not repeated under each function.
• The names of buttons/controls and display messages are written in all capital lettez:s:e.g. FM/AM, "CD NO DISC".
• System functions are written with an initial capital letter only: e.g. Normal Nay.
Use the table of contents to look up specific information you require.
We have enjoyed making this manual for you, and hope it serves you in enjoying the many features built into your System.
WARNINGS
• DO NOT PUT ANYTHING ON THE CD DOOR. IF THE SYSTEM IS OPERATED WITH
SOMETHING PUT ON THE CD DOOR, IT WILL BE DAMAGED WHEN YOU TRY TO
OPEN THE CD DOOR.
•NEVER REMOVE THE CD DOOR FROM THE UNIT. SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR IF
THE SYSTEM IS OPERATED WITHOUT THE CD DOOR.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
1Installation of the System
• Select a place which is level, dry anti neither too hol nor too cold. (Between 5°C and 35°C)
• Leave sufficient distance between the System and a TV.
• Do no1 use the System in a place subject to vibrations.
2Power cord
•Do no1 handle the power cord with wet hands!
• Some power is always consumed as long as the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
• When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.
3Malfunctions, etc.
• There are no users serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
• Do no1 insert any metallic object into the System.
• Do not insert your hand between the CD door and the main body when the CD door is being closed.
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Introduction ........................................................................................................ 1
Features ...................................................................................................................................... t
How This Manual Is Organized ................................................................................................. t
WARNINGS .............................................................................................................................. t
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS ....................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started ................................................................................................... 4
Accessories ................................................................................................................................. 4
How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control ............................................................................ 4
Using the Remote Control .......................................................................................................... 4
Connecting the FM Antenna ...................................................................................................... 5
Connecting the AM Antenna ...................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Speakers (SP-FSX1/SP-FSX3) ......................................................................... 7
Removing the Speaker Grills (SP-FSX1) ................................................................................... 8
Connecting a Powered Subwoofer. ............................................................................................ 8
Connecting an External Equipment ............................................................................................ 8
Connecting an MD RecoNer, etc (Optical Digital Output) ....................................................... 9
COMPU PLAY .......................................................................................................................... 9
Automatic Power On .................................................................................................................. 9
Basic Operations ............................................................................................. 10
Turning the Power On and Off ................................................................................................. t0
Changing the Source ................................................................................................................ 10
Adjusting the Brightness (DIMMER - at Power On) ............................................................... t 1
Power Saving Mode (DIMMER - at Power Oft) ..................................................................... t 1
Adjusting the Volume .............................................................................................................. t 1
Fade-out Muting (FADE MUTING) ........................................................................................ 11
Reinforcing the Bass Sound (Active Hyper Bass Pro.) ............................................................ 11
Tone Control (BASS/TREBLE) ............................................................................................... t 2
Auto Power Off (A.P.oft) ......................................................................................................... 12
Entering the Number with the Remote Control (Numeric Keys) ............................................. 12
Using the Tuner ................................................................................................ 13
Tuning In a Station ................................................................................................................... t3
Presetting Stations .................................................................................................................... t4
To Change the FM Reception Mode ........................................................................................ 14
Beat Cut (AM Reception) ........................................................................................................
Using the CD Player ......................................................................................... lq
To Insert a CD .......................................................................................................................... 6
To Unload a CD ....................................................................................................................... 7
Basics of Using the CD Player - Normal Play ......................................................................... 7
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks - Program Play .............................................. 7
Random Play ............................................................................................................................ 8
Repeating Tracks ......................................................................................................................
CD DOOR LOCK ....................................................................................................................
Using External Equipments ............................................................................ 2q
Listening to External Equipment ..............................................................................................
Changing the Equipment's Name ............................................................................................
Recording the System's Som'ce to External Equipment .......................................................... 2t
Adjusting the Input Level ......................................................................................................... 21
Using the Timers .............................................................................................. 22
Setting the Clock ...................................................................................................................... 22
Showing the Clock (DISPLAY) ............................................................................................... 23
Con'ecting the Clock ................................................................................................................ 23
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Setting the Daily Timer. ........................................................................................................... 23
Setting the SLEEP Timer ......................................................................................................... 26
Timer Priority ........................................................................................................................... 26
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 27
Care And Maintenance .................................................................................... 28
Specifications ................................................................................................... 29
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Accesso_es
Make sure that you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the System.
FM Wire Anlenna (1)
AM Loop Anlenna (1)
Remote Control (1)
Batteries (2)
Speaker Cords (2)
AC plug a_laptor (1)
If any of these items m'e missing, contact your dealer immediately.
How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control
Match the polarity (+ and -) on the batteries with the + and - markings in the battery compartment.
R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F)
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CAUTION:
• Handle batteries properly.
To avoid bauery leakage or explosion:
•Remove balteries when the Remote Control will not be used for a long time.
• When you need to replace the batteries, replace both batteries al the same time with new ones.
• Do not use an old ballery with a new one.
• Do not use different types of balleries together.
Using the Remote Control
The Remote Control makes it easy to use many of the functions of the System from a distance of up to 7m away.
You need to point the Remote Control at the remote sensor on the System's front panel.
Remote Sensor
A
A
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gGeeing Star_d
CAUTION:.
• Make all connections before plugging the System into an AC power ouUet.
Connecting the FM Antenna
Rear Panel of the Center Unit (CA-FSXt/CA-FSX3)
ANTENNA
uAM EXT--
AM LOOP
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COAXIAL
(on the side panel)
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Using the Supplied Wire Antenna If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna.
Using the Coaxial Type Connector
(Not Supplied)
A 75-ohm antenna with coaxial type connector (IEC or
DIN45 325) should be connected to the FM 75-ohm CO-
AXIAL terminal.
FM wire antenna (supplied)
•Fasten it up in the position until you have the best
reception.
FM outdoor
antenna
(Not supplied)
Coaxial cable
•Before attaching a 75 ohm coaxJe,I lead (the kind with a
round wJTegoing to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the
supplied FM WJTeAntenna

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Getting Started
Connecting the AM Antenna _]_
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Rear Panel of the Center Unit (CA-FSXt/CA-FSX3)
AM loop antenna (Supplied) Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied)
Attach the AM loop to its base by snapping the tabs on
the loop into the slot in the base Turn the loop until you have the best reception
•If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl remove the vinyl by twisting it as shown in the diagram.
• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords and power cord
This could cause poor reception.
• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to the AM EXT terminal (Keep the AM loop
antenna connected.)
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Connecting the Speakers (SP.FSX1/SP.FSX3)
These speakers are exclusively for this system. Using with other devices will damage the speakers.
Connect 1he speaker cords between the speaker terminals of the Unit anti those of the Speakers.
• When inserting the speaker wire lead, open the speaker terminal.
• Connect the black cord to the ( - ) terminal and the cord without a black line to the (+) terminah
Right side (rear view) Left side (rear view)
SP-FSX1 ___ 1 SP-FSX1
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SPEAKER terminal description
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IMPEDANCEMIN4x3
(on the side panel)
SP-FSX3
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SP-FSX3
SPEAKERterminal description
SPEAKERS
IMPEDANCEMIN4Q
(on the side panel)
•Since both speakers are the same, you can put either one to the right or left side
• Do not connect other speakers to the Unit. The difference of the load impedance causes failures
• Do not use the supphed speakers in parallel with other speakers.
CAUTION:
• A TV may display irregular colors if located near the speakers. If this happens, set the speak-
ers away from the TV.

Getting Started
Removing the Speaker Grills (SP.FSX1)
The speaker grills can be removed.
When removing:
1. Pull the bottom lowards you with your fingers.
2. Also pull the top towards you.
When attaching the speaker grills:
Attach the speaker grills as shown in the diagram.
Connecting a Powered Subwoofer
Connect a signal cord (no1 supplied) between the System's SUBWOOFER terminal and the input terminal of an external sub=
woofer. (For the details of connection, please refer to the user's manual of the external equipment.)
Subwoofer (not supplied)
Signal cord (not supplied)
Connecting an External Equipment
Connect signal cons (no1 supplied) between the System's LINE IN/OUT terminals and Ihe output/input terminals of the ex-
ternal MD recorder, tape deck, elc. (For the details of connection, please refer to the user's manual of 1he external equipment.)
You can then lislen to the external source through the System or record the Syslem's CD player or tuner to the external unit.
Signal cord
(not supplied) Pin-plug x 2
LINE
STEREOminiplug LII_
Signalcord Pin-plugx 2
(notsuppliedI
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Connecting an MD Recorder, etc (Optical Digital Output)
Unplug the cap and connect an optical digital cord (not supplied) between the System's OIVI'ICAL DIGITAL OUT terminal
and the input terminal of the MD recorder, etc.
You can record the digital output signal from the System's CD Player to the MD recorder, etc.
Optical digital cord
(not supplied)
OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT
MDrecorder, etc
I (not supplied)
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COMPU PLAY
JVC's COMPU PLAY feature lets you control the most frequently used System functions with a single touch.
With One Touch Operalion you can play a CD, turn on the radio, or listen to an external equipment with a single press of the
play button for thai function. One Touch Operation turns the power on for you, then starts the function you have specified. If
the System is no1ready (no CD in place), the System still powers on so you can insert a CD.
How One "I_uch Operalion works in each case is explained in the section dealing with thai function.
The COMPU PLAY buttons are:
On the Remote Control
CD I_-/II button
FM/AM button
LINE button
Automatic Power On
The System aulomatically turns on with the following operation.
• When you press the A CD button on the Unit or the CD DOOR A button on the Remote Cootrol, the System automatically
turns on and the CD door opens to allow CD selting, However, this operation does not change the source to CD,
When you press the STANDBY/ON d_/I button to turn off the System, the CD door will be aulomatically closed if it is
opened.
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CDlamp
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STANDBY/ON O/I
indicator STANDBY/ON
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Display
Turning the Power On and Off
Turning the System On
Press the STANDBY/ON 0/I button.
Thedisplayconesonand HELLO isdisplayedonce.The
STANDBY/ON indicator lights in green.
The System comes on ready to continue in the mode it was
in when the power was last turned off.
For example, if the last thing you were doing was listen-
ing to a CD, you are now ready to listen to a CD again. If
you wish, you can change to another source.
If you were listening to the Tuner last, the Tuner comes
on playing the station it was last set to.
Turning the System Off
Press the STANDBY/ON O/I button again.
"SEE YOU" is displayed and the display goes out, except for
the clock display. The STANDBY/ON indicator lights in red.
Some power is always consumed even though power is
turned off (called Standby Mode).
To switch off the System completely, unplug the AC
power cord from the wall outlet. When you unplug the
AC power cord, the clock will be reset to 0:00.
Changing the Source
The System has four sound sources, CD, FM, AM and
LINE. Select one of sources you want to listen.
For example, when you want to lislen to the CD, select the
source "CD".
Onthe Unit
Turn the Source selector 1o select the source you want.
Each time you turn it clockwise or counterclockwise, the
source changes as follows.
CD _ FM _ AM _ LINE
The selected source name will appear on the display and the
Source indicator on the Unit will light up.
Onthe Remote Control
cB :Press the CD I_/11 button to select the source "CD'.
You can listen to the CD. If a CD is inserted, the CD
will be played back.
FM/AM :Press the FlVl/AM button to select the source "FM" or
"AM".
You can listen to the FM or AM broadcast.
(_ } :Press the LINE button to select the source LINE .
You can listen to the music through external equip-
ment.
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gBasic Operations
Adjusting the Brightness
(DIMMER. at Power On)
You can adjust the brightness of the display.
When the System isTurned On
At power on, each time you press 1he DIMMER butlon on
the Remote Control, the brightness changes as follows:
DIMMER OFF _ DIMMER 1 --_ DIMMER 2 --_ (back to
the beginning)
DIMMER OFF: Bright
DIMMER 1 : Dark (CD lamp also becomes dark.)
DIMMER 2 : Darker (CD lamp goes out.)
Power Saving Mode
(DIMMER. at Power Off)
In power saving mode, you can save the power while the
System is turned off (Standby Mode).
Each time you press the DIMMER button on the Remote
Control at power off, the display alternates as follows.
DISPLAY ON-*-_DISPLAY OFF
To enable Power Saving mode, set to "DISPLAY
OFF".
The display completely turns off to save the power.
To restore normal power mode, reset to"DISPLAY ON".
The Clock indicator (J(_)and theclock appearon the display.
Adjusting the Volume
Turn the VOLUME control on the Unit clockwise Io in-
crease the volume or turn it counterclockwise to decrease
the volmne.
Press the VOLUME + button on the Remote Control to in-
crease the volume or press the VOLUME - button on the
Remote Control to decrease the volume.
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You can adjust the volume level between 0 and 50.
Forprivate listening
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack. No
sound comes out of the speakers.
Be sure 1o turn down the volume before connecting or put-
ting on headphones.
CA UTION:
• DO NOT turn off the System with the volu-
me set to an extremely high level; otherwi-
se a sudden blast of sound could damage
your hearing, speakers and/or headphones
when you turn on the System or start play-
ing any source next time.
REMEMBER you cannot adjust the volume
level while the System is in standby mode.
Fade.out Muting (FADE MUTING)
You can mute the output with one touch operation.
To mute the output, press the FADE MUTING button
on the Remote Control, Then, "FADE MUTING" blinks
and the output will be faded out and becomes 0.
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To release muting, press the FADE MUTING button once
again. Then, 1be output will be faded in to the original level.
•Adjusting the volume causes the muting process (fading
out to O)to release.
• If you use the AHB PRO button or the BASS/TREBLE but-
ton during muting, the FADE MUTING button does not
work to release muting. In this case, turn the VOLUME
control on the Unit or the VOLUME+l- button on the Re-
mote Control to newly set the volume.
Reinforcing the Bass Sound
(Active Hyper Bass Pro.)
You can reinforce the bass sound to maintain rich, full bass at
low volume. (This effect does not apply m the headphones.)
TO get the effect, press the AHB PRO button on the Unit
or the Remote Conlrol.
"AHB PRO ON" appears and the "BASS" indicator lights up.
TO cancel the effect, press the AHB PRO button again.
"AHB PRO OFF' appears and the "BASS" indicator goes out.
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Tone Control (BASS/TREBLE)
You can control the tone by changing the bass (low frequen-
cy) and treble (high frequency).
On the Remote Control
1Press the BASS/TREBLE button.
Each time you press the button, the Tone Control mode
changes as follows.
BASS _ TREBLE --_ Normal display --_ (back Io the
beginning)
2While "BASS" or "TREBLE" appears on
the display, press the VOLUME + or -
button to adjust the bass or treble level.
You can change the level within the range of -5 to +5. (0: flat)
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3Press the BASS/TREBLE button until
normal display appears.
Waiting for five seconds will also return the Syslem to
the normal display.
Auto Power Off (A.P.off)
You can aulomalically turn off the System when no signal
condition continues for three minules. This function is ef-
fective when the source is set to "CD", but not to "FM",
"AM" or" LINE".
To Enable the A.P.off function
(When the source is "CD")
1Press the A.P.off button on the Remote
Control until "A.P.off SET" appears on
the display.
Then, the "A.P.off" indicator lights up on the display.
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•Each time you press the button, the display allernates
as follows.
A.P.off SET _A.P.off STOP
When no signal condition is delecled, the "A.P.off" indica-
tor will start blinking soon.
Basic Operations
No signal condition:
Source CD: CD is stopped or no CD is inserled.
When no signal condition continues, "A.P.off 20 sec" (20
seconds left before elapsed time reaches three minutes) ap-
pears on the display. The displayed time is counted down
and, finally, the System is turned off (Standby mode).
• If a CD is played back, the "A.Roff" indicator slops
blinking and stays lit again.
• If you press a button or turn the VOLUME control,
three-minute counting down is reset and counting down
newly testings.
To disable the A.P.offfunction
When the source is "CD", press the A.P.off button on the
Remote Control until "A.P.off STOP" appears on the dis-
play.
Then, Ihe "A.P.off" indicator goes out.
Entering the Number with the
Remote Control (Numeric Keys)
You will use the Nmneric Keys on Ihe Remote Control to
enter numbers for presetting stations, recalling the preset
stations, selecting track number, or programming the play-
ing tracks on a CD.
How to enter the number with the Numeric Keys is ex-
plained here.
Examples:
•To enter number 5, press 5.
•"Ik_enter number 10, press 10.
•"Ik_enter number 15, press +10 then 5.
•"Ik_enter number 20, press +10 then 10.
• To enter number 25, press +10, +10, then 5.
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FM/PLAYMODE
Source
PM mode indicator
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Band dispEay,Preset channel,
Frequency displa7
*When the System is in use, the display shows other items as well.
For simplicity, we show here only the items described in this section.
button
You can listen to FM and AM stations. Stations can be tuned
in manually, automatically, or from preset memory storage.
Before listening to the radio:
•Make sure that both the FM and AM antennas are cor-
rectly connected. (See pages 5 and 6).
Setting the AM Tuner Interval Spacing
When shipped, the AM tuner interval is set Io 9 kHz or I0 kHz
spacing (Initial setting: 9 kHz except for Soulh and Central
America). You can change it to I0 kHz or 9 kHz spacing.
To select 10 kHz intervals, while holding down 1he
button on the Unit in Standby mode, press the STANDBY/
ON _)/I button on the Unit Io turn on the power. "AM
10kHz STEP" will appear on the display.
TO select 9 kHz intervals, while holding down the
button on the Unit in Standby mode, press the STANDBY/
ON €_)/I button on the Unit to turn on the power. "AM 9kHz
STEP" will appem" on the display.
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(9 kHz interval) (10 kHz interval)
• Whenyouchangethesetting, thepresetAMstationsare
erased You will need to preset the station again. (See
page 14.)
OneTouch Radio
Just press the FM/AM button on the Remote Control to turn
on the System and start playing the station you were l&st
tuned to.
You can switch from any other sound source to the radio
by pressing the FM/AM button.
Tuning In a Station
1Press the FM/AM button.
The Band and Frequency you were last tuned to appear
on the display.
(If the last station was selected using the preset number,
the preset number appears first.)
Each time you press the button, the band alternates be-
tween FM and AM.
• You can also select the band by turning the Source
seleclor on the Unit.
m
FMIi_t FM _AM AM FM
(On the Remote Control) (On the Unit)
2Select a station using one of the follow-
ing methods.
•Manual Tuning
Press the _ or _ button on lhe Unit or the • or
• button on the Remote Control repeatedly lo move
from frequency to frequency until you find the station
you want.
OR
•Auto Tuning
If you press anti hold lhe _ or _ button on the
Unit or the • or • button on the Remote Control
for one second or more, the frequency changes up, or
down, automatically until a station is found.
OR
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•Preset Tuning using the Remote Control
(Possible only after presetting stations)
Select the desired preset number using the I_ or <1
button on the Remote Contmh The display will show
the preset number's band and frequency.
•You can also select the desired preset number
using the Nmneric Keys. See "Entering the
Nmnber with the Remote Control" on page 12.
(e.g. Press +10, and then 2 for number 12.)
Example:
Press the I_ button until the preset nmnber "2" ap-
pears.
UP Preset number DOWN
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Presetting Stations
You can preset up to 30 FM stations and up to 15 AM sta-
tions.
•Preset numbers may have been set to factory lost fro-
quencJes prior to shipment. This L<not a malfunction. You
can preset the stations you want into memory by following
one of the presetting methods below.
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W_en Changing the Band
Onthe Remote Control
1Select a band by pressing the FM/AM
button.
2Press the •or •button to tune in a sta-
tion.
3Press the SET button.
Preset number "l" will blink for 5 seconds.
Within 5 seconds, proceed to the next step.
When the display returns Io the one set in step 2 after 5
seconds, press the SET button again.
Using the Tuner
4Press the Numeric Keys, or the _or <
button within 5 seconds to select the
preset number.
Example:
\tl/
/11\
Press the SET button within 5 seconds,
"STORED" appears and after 2 seconds, the display re-
turns to the broadcast frequency display.
6Repeat above steps 1 to 5 for each sta-
tion you want to store in memory with a
preset number.
To change the preset stations, repeat the same
steps &s above.
CA UTION:
•Even if the system is unplugged or if the
power failure occurs, the preset stations
will be stored for about 24 hours. However,
in case the preset stations are erased, you
will need to preset the stations again.
To Change the FM Reception
Mode
When you are tuned into an FM stereo broadcast, the "ST."
indicator lights up and you can hear stereo effects.
If an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, you
can select Monaural mode. Reception improves, but you
lose stereo effect.
FM AUTO mode is also useful Io suppress static noise be-
tween stations.
To enter Monaural mode while receiving an FM
broadcast, press the FM/PLAY MODE button on the Re-
mote Control unlil "FM MONO" appears on the display. Then,
the "MONO" iodicator lights up.
Each time you press the FM/PLAY MODE button, the display
alternates between "FM AUTO" and "FM MONO".
FM/pLAy
MODE
FM AUTO _ FM MONO
To restore the stereo effect, press the FM/PLAY
MODE button on the Remote Conlrol until "FM AUTO" ap-
pears on the display. Then, the "MONO" indicator goes out
and the "ST." indicator will light up.
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Using the Tuner
Beat Cut (AM Reception)
Switching the Beat Cut mode may reduce beat noise.
Each time you press the FM/PLAY MODE button while re-
ceiving an AM broadcast, the Beat Cut mode changes as fol-
lows.
BEAT CUT l -_ BEAT CUT 2 --* BEAT CUT 3 -_
BEAT CUT 4 -_ (back to the beginning)
FM/PLAY
MODE
Set to the ix_sition where beal noise is small.
•The best position will differ depending on the AM
broadcast station being received.
•In AM broadcast, reception sensitivity will be changed by
turning the AM loop antenna. Turn the AM loop antenna
for best reception
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U FO,PLAYMOOE
Disc
indicator
[ndicatorPEaym°de_N _ Repeat indicator
Source
selector
o
*When the System is in use, the display shows ether items as well.
For simplicity, we show here only the items described in this section.
You can use Normal, Random, Program or Repeat Play. Re-
peat Play can repeat all the tracks or just one of the tracks
on the CD.
Here are the basic things you need to know to play a CD and
locate the different tracks on it.
This Unit has been designed only to playback the follow-
ing CDs.
• Digital audio CD
• Recordable digital audio CD (CD-R)
• Rewritable digital audio CD (CD-RW)
When playing a CD-R or CD-RW
You can play back finalized CD-R or CD-RW recorded
music CD format. (If CD-RW have been recorded in a
different format, erase all the data on CD-RW complete-
ly before recording on the disc.)
You can play back CD-R or CD-RW like CD.
Some CD-R or CD-RW may no1 be played back on
this Unit because of their disc characteristics, damage
or stain on them, or if the player lens is dirty.
The reflection factor of CD-RW is lower than that of
other CD, possibly causing CD-RW to take longer to
read.
CD-R and CD-RW of MP3 format are not played
back.
The Quickest Way To Start a CD Is With the One
Touch Operation
Press the CD _-/11 button on the Remote Contmh
•The power is automatically turned on and, if a CD is
already inserted, it will start playing from the first track.
• If no CD is inserted, "CD NO DISC" appears on the dis-
play and the CD Player remains in Stop mode.
To Insert a CD
1Select the source "CD" using the
Source selector on the Unit.
2Press the --ACDbutton on the Unit or
the CD DOOR Abutton on the Remote
Control.
The CD door opens.
3Place a CD, with its label side up as
shown below. Press down on the CD's
center until you hear a click.
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4Press the -=CD button on the Unit or the
CD DOOR -= button on the Remote Con-
trol again to close the CD door.
"CD DOOR CLOSE" appears and then, "CD READ-
ING" appears on the display. At that time, Disc indica-
tor (_) will also be lit on the display.
•"Ib close the CD door and play the CD, you can just
press the I_/ll button on the Unit or the CD F/II but-
ton on the Remote Control.
FI You can place an 8 cm CD without an adaptor.
FlIf the CD cannol be read correctly (because it is scratch-
ed, for example), "CD CAN'T PLAY" appears on the
display.
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gUsing the CDPlayer
CI You can insert a CD while listening to the other source.
• However, while the CD door is operating (opening or
closing), the other source will be muted.
CAUTION:
• DO NOT try to open or close the CD door by
hands as it will be damaged.
To Unload a CD
Take out the CD as shown below.
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Basics of Using the CD Player
-Normal Play
To Play a CD
1Select the source "CD".
2Insert a CD.
3Press the I_/11button on the Unit or the
CD I_/11button on the Remote Control.
The first track of the CD begins playing.
i i i i i'D i i'D i
Track number Playback time
•The CD Player automatically stops when the last
track of 1he CD has finished playing.
TO stop playing the CD, press the •button.
The following information for the CD is displayed.
-." " o ,a,.-- 4b
TotN track number Total playback time
To stop playing and remove the CD, press the --CD
button on the Unit or the CD DOOR -- button on the Re-
mote Control to open 1he CD door.
TO pause, press the I_/11button on the Unit or the CD I,_/11
button on the Remote Control. The playback time blinks on
the display.
TO cancel pause, press the same button again. Play con-
tinues fi'om the point where it was paused.
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To Select a Track or Passagewithin a Track
During playback
P_ss the _ or _ button on the Unit or the I,_ or <1 but-
Ion on the Remote Control to select the track you want.
• The selected track starts playing.
• Press the _ (or I,_) button once Io skip to the
beginning of the next track.
• Press the _ (or <) button to skip 1o the beginning
of the track being played. Press twice quickly to skip
1o the beginning of the previous track.
• When the I,_ or <button on the Remote Control is
kept pressing, the track continuously skips.
• Press the Numeric Keys Io select truck number (See
page 12).
In Stopmode
•Press the _ or _ (or I,_ or <1) button to skip the
track.
• Hold down the _ or _ (or I,_ or <1 ) button to
continuously skip the tracks.
Search Play
HoMing down the _ or b<l<l button on the Unit or the •
or • button on the Remote Control, during playback, will
fast forward/baekwards the CD so you can quickly find a
particular passage in the track you are listening to.
Programming the Playing Order
of the Tracks -Program Play
You can program up to 32 tracks in any desired order in-
cluding the same tracks.
71You can only make a program when 1he CD Player is
stopped.
On the Remote Control
1Insert a CD.
2Press the CD I_/11button.
3Press the • button to stop the CD.
4Press the FM/PLAY MODE button until
"CD PROGRAM" appears.
The System enters the Program Play mode and the
"PRGM" indicator lights up.
Each time you press the button, the play mode changes
as follows.
CD PROGRAM-*CD RANDOM-+CD NORMAL -+
(back to the beginning)
rP, p_nn_H
If, I,i_ ...........
_ (After afew seconds)
-- PRaM.--
•If already programmed, the track number and preset
number of the last programmed track will appear.