JVC NX-PN7 User manual

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
NX-PN7
INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1864-010A
[A]
English
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
CAUTION
The button in any position does not
disconnect the mains line.
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off
completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off).
The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used
as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
• When the system is on standby, the STANDBY
lamp lights red.
• When the system is turned on, the STANDBY
lamp goes off.
The power can be remote controlled.
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.
CAUTION
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
Excessive sound pressure from earphones or
headphones can cause hearing loss.
CAUTION
• 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.)
• Do not place any naked flame sources, such
as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
• When discarding batteries, environmental
problems must be considered and local rules
or laws governing the disposal of these
batteries must be followed strictly.
• 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 apparatus.
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.
Side viewFront view
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Contents
Introduction................................................. 2
Precautions .................................................................2
Getting Started............................................3
Connections................................................................4
Canceling the Display Demonstration .......................5
Basic Operations ......................................... 6
Main Unit ................................................................... 6
Remote Control ..........................................................8
Playing Back from iPod............................11
Connecting iPod Devices ......................................... 12
Operations ................................................................13
Listening to FM Broadcast.......................15
Playing Back from Other Equipment .....17
Connecting Other Equipment................................... 17
Operations ................................................................17
Setting the Clock and Timer....................18
Setting the Clock ...................................................... 18
Setting the Timer...................................................... 19
Troubleshooting ........................................21
Specifications.............................................22
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.
Please read all instructions carefully before operation, to ensure your complete understanding and
to obtain the best possible performance from the unit.
Precautions
Installation
• Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold—between 5°C and 35°C.
• Install the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat buildup inside the
unit.
• Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV.
• Keep the unit away from the TV to avoid interference with TV.
Power Sources
• When unplugging the unit from the wall outlet, always pull on the plug, not the AC power cord.
Internal Heat
Others
• Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the unit, unplug the AC power cord and consult your
dealer before operating any further.
• If you are not going to operate the unit for an extended period of time, unplug the AC power cord
from the wall outlet.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and consult your dealer.
DO NOT install the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust or vibration.
DO NOT handle the AC power cord with wet hands.
For safety, observe the following carefully:
• Make sure there is good ventilation around the unit. Poor ventilation could overheat
and damage the unit.
• DO NOT block the ventilation openings or holes. If they are blocked by a newspaper
or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.
DO NOT disassemble the unit since there are no user serviceable parts inside.
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Getting Started
Supplied Accessories
After unpacking, check to be sure that you have
all the following items. The number in
parentheses indicates the quantity of each piece
supplied.
• Remote control (1)
• Lithium coin battery CR2025 (1) (The battery
has been installed when shipped from the
factory.)
• AC power cord (1)
• AC adaptor (AA-R1001) (1)
• FM antenna (1)
If anything is missing, consult your dealer
immediately.
CAUTION:
To avoid risk of fire, and to prevent damage.
• Do not use AC adaptors except the supplied
AC adaptor.
• Do not use the supplied AC adaptor for other
equipment.
Prepare the Remote Control
When you use the remote control for the first
time, pull out the insulation sheet.
Replacing the battery in the remote control
Insert the battery into the remote control by
matching the polarity (+ and –) correctly.
• If the range or effectiveness of the remote
control decreases, replace the battery.
WARNINGS:
• Store the battery in a place where children
cannot reach. If a child accidentally swallows
the battery, consult a doctor immediately.
• Do not recharge, short, disassemble or heat
the battery or dispose of it in a fire. Doing any
of these things may cause the battery to give
off heat, crack, or start a fire.
• Do not leave the battery with other metallic
materials. Doing this may cause the battery to
give off heat, crack, or start a fire.
• When throwing away or saving the battery,
wrap it in tape and insulate; otherwise, the
battery may start to give off heat, crack, or
start a fire.
• Do not poke the battery with tweezers or
similar tools. Doing this may cause the battery
to give off heat, crack, or start a fire.
• Dispose of battery in the proper manner,
according to federal, state, and local
regulations.
In this manual, operations using the remote
control are mainly explained; however, you
can use the buttons and controls on the unit if
they have the same (or similar) name and
marks.
Insulation sheet
Front side
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent
type.
Lithium coin battery
(product number:
CR2025)
Rear side
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Connections
Connecting the Antenna
NOTE:
Make sure the FM antenna does not touch any other terminals, connecting cords or the AC power
cord. Also, keep the antenna away from metallic parts of the unit, connecting cords, and the AC
power cord. This could cause poor reception.
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
For better FM reception
Disconnect the supplied FM antenna, and
connect to an outdoor FM antenna using a 75 Ω
wire with coaxial type connector.
Left side
FM antenna (supplied):
Extend it so that you can obtain the best
reception.
Outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)
FM 75 ΩCOAXIAL
terminal
(on the rear panel)
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Connecting the Video Cord to View a Video/Picture from iPod
When viewing a video/picture from your iPod on your TV, use a composite video cord (not
supplied) to connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the unit and the composite video input on your TV.
Connecting the Power Cord
Canceling the Display Demonstration
When you connect the AC power cord for the first time, the display demonstration starts
automatically.
• When you operate the unit, the display demonstration stops temporarily. If no operation is done
for 2 minutes, the unit starts the display demonstration again.
• To activate again, hold down DEMO until “DEMO ON” appears on the display.
• When the ECO mode is activated (P.9), the display demonstration does not function.
Buttons Function
On the Unit On the remote
Hold down until “DEMO OFF” appears on the display.
Video cord (not supplied)
Right side
DC IN
10.7 V 3A
Right side
To a wall outlet
Plug in the AC power cord
only after all connections are
complete.
AC adaptor
(supplied)
AC power cord
(supplied)
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Basic Operations
Main Unit
Operating on the Main Unit
Buttons Functions
Turns on or off (standby) the power.
Changes the color of the illumination bars. (P.10)
• For DEMO button, see page 5.
Activates Sound Turbo. (P.10)
Changes the source to FM or AUDIO IN
(P.17).
Display (P.7)
STANDBY lamp Remote control sensor
Dock A (P.12) Dock B (P.12)
Illumination bars (P.10)
FM AUDIO IN
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Display Information
• Changes the source to iPod /iPod . (P.13)
• Starts playback and pauses for iPod. (P.13)
• iPod (P.13):
Press: Reverse skip/forward skip
Hold down: Reverse search/forward search
• FM (P.15): Tunes in to a station.
Adjusts the volume level (VOL MIN/VOL 1 to VOL 29/VOL MAX).
Symbols Description
iPod Lights up when an iPod is connected to dock A.
iPod Lights up when an iPod is connected to dock B.
S.TURBO Lights up when Sound Turbo is activated. (P.10)
FM Lights up when FM is selected as the source.
TUNED Lights up when a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in.
ST Lights up when FM stereo broadcast is received.
MONO Lights up when FM monaural reception mode is activated.
A.STBY • Lights up when Auto Standby is activated. (P.10)
• Flashes for about 3 minutes before Auto Standby turns off the unit. (P.10)
1/2/3 • Lights up when the Timer is set. (P.20)
• 1/2/3 icon flashes while the Timer is working.
SLEEP Lights up when the Sleep Timer is activated. (P.10)
Buttons Functions
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Using Headphones
Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting headphones.
• Connecting headphones will deactivate the speakers.
Remote Control
Operating on the Remote Control
Basic operations
Buttons Main functions
Turns on or off (standby) the power.
Right side
Stereo mini plug
Headphones (not supplied)
P.9
P.10
P.14
P.14, P.15
P.10
P.10
P.10
P.13, P.18, P.20
P.13, P.15, P.16
P.14, P.16, P.17 – 20
P.13, P.15, P.16,
P.18 – 20
P.10
P.18 – 20
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To dim the display and the illumination bars—DIMMER
You can change the brightness of the display and illumination bars.
To set the ECO mode
Setting the ECO mode allows you to reduce power consumption by turning off the display while on
standby.
• To cancel this function, press ECO/DIMMER again. “ECO OFF” appears for a while then the
clock is shown on the display.
• The battery of the iPod is not charged in ECO mode.
Changes the display information.
• For iPod A/iPod B/AUDIO IN:
• For FM:
• When the unit is turned off:
• Changes the source to iPod /iPod . (P.13)
• Starts playback and pauses for iPod. (P.13)
Changes the source to FM (P.15) or AUDIO IN (P.17).
Adjusts the volume level (VOL MIN/VOL 1 to VOL 29/VOL MAX).
Drops the volume in a moment.
• To restore the volume, press again, or adjust the volume level.
Press repeatedly while the unit is turned on.
DIM 1: Dims the display and the illumination bars.
DIM 2: Dims the display much more than “DIM 1” and the illumination bars are turned off.
Press while the unit is on standby. “ECO ON” appears on the display for a while.
• The clock is not shown on the display when the unit is on standby.
Buttons Main functions
Source name Clock
Day of the week
Frequency
Day of the week
Clock
Clock Day of the week
DIM 1
DIM OFF
(Canceled)
DIM 2
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To change the color of the illumination bars
You can change the color of the illumination bars.
• The color is memorized for each source.
• When the source is iPod or iPod , you can set the color of each illumination bar separately:
the bar below the source iPod.
To turn off the unit after a certain period of time—Sleep Timer
• To check the time remaining before the shut-off time, press SLEEP once.
If you press the button repeatedly, you can change the shut-off time.
Turning off the unit automatically—Auto Standby
• To cancel this function, hold down AUTO STBY until “OFF” appears on the display.
• This function does not work when FM is selected as the source.
Emphasize the sound—Sound Turbo
This function emphasizes the sound.
• To cancel this function, press SOUND TURBO again. “OFF” appears on the display.
To adjust the tone
You can adjust the bass and treble level.
Press repeatedly to change the color of the illumination bars.
• You can select one of the nine colors.
Press repeatedly to specify the time (in minutes) as follows:
Hold down until “A STBY” appears on the display.
A.STBY starts flashing after playback stops.
If no operation is done for about 3 minutes while A.STBY flashing, the unit will be
turned off.
Press to activate Sound Turbo.
“S-TURBO” appears for a while and S.TURBO lights up on the display.
1Select the item you want to adjust.
2
Adjust the bass or treble level (-5 to +5).
10 20 30 60 90
120
OFF
(Canceled) 150
180
TREBLE
BASS
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Playing Back from iPod
You can connect 2 iPod devices to the unit and enjoy sound and video from the iPod.
Compatible iPod Types:
*Only for still picture.
If the iPod does not play correctly, update your iPod software to the latest version.
• For details about updating your iPod, check on the Apple web site <http://www.apple.com>.
iPod model Audio Video
iPod nano 1GB/2GB/4GB √—
iPod nano (2nd Generation) 2GB/4GB/8GB √—
iPod nano (3rd Generation) 4GB/8GB √√
iPod mini 4GB √—
iPod mini (2nd Generation) 4GB/ 6GB √—
iPod (4th Generation) 20GB/40GB √—
iPod photo (4th Generation) 20GB/30GB/40GB/60GB √√
*
iPod video (5th Generation) 30GB/60GB/80GB √√
iPod classic 80GB/160GB √√
iPod touch 8GB/16GB/32GB √√
iPhone 4GB/8GB/16GB √√
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
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Connecting iPod Devices
Connect the iPod to dock A or B on the unit.
You can have 2 iPod devices connected at the same time.
• Make sure the unit is on standby when you connect an iPod.
NOTES:
• Be careful not to damage the terminal on the dock when connecting/disconnecting the iPod.
• Close the cover of the dock when you do not connect the iPod to the unit.
About the battery charge of the iPod
The battery of the iPod is always charged through the unit except when the unit is in ECO mode
(see page 9).
• When 2 iPod devices are connected, both batteries are charged at the same time.
• For details of the battery charging, see the instruction manual for iPod.
Dock A
Dock B
Dock adapter (supplied with the
iPod or sold separately)
To detach the dock adapter from the dock:
Pull up the dock adapter with your fingernail or a sharp pointed tool using the slot.
• Be careful not to injure your fingertips or damage the terminal of the dock.
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Operations
For details, refer also to the instruction manual for iPod.
*1 Not available for iPhone and iPod touch.
*2 Not equipped with iPhone and iPod touch.
NOTES:
• Before viewing a video/picture from your iPod on your TV, make the appropriate video setting
on the iPod. For details of the setting, see the instruction manual for iPod.
• For iPhone and iPod touch
Operate the iPod directly in the following cases:
– when operating the home button
– when selecting application icons on the Home screen
– when dragging the slider
Buttons
Functions Control of
the iPod
On the Unit On the
remote
Press:
– Selects iPod /iPod as the source and starts
playback.
– Starts playback/pauses.
Hold down*1: iPod is in sleep mode.
38, 3, or
8
Press: Forward skip
Hold down: Forward search x
Press: Reverse skip
Hold down: Reverse search
(Press during playback to back to the beginning of
the track.)
4
—Goes back to the previous menu/screen. MENU*2
—
Selects an item on the menu/screen.
– Press: Selects an item.
– Hold down: Scrolls through a list. To stop
scrolling, press either one of the buttons.
• For iPhone and iPod touch: The buttons work
after starting “Music” or “Videos” by tapping
the corresponding application icon on the Home
screen of the iPod.
• For iPod devices other than above: The buttons
work in the same way as operating the Click
Wheel of the iPod counterclockwise/clockwise.
Click
Wheel*2
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*Not equipped with iPhone and iPod touch.
NOTES:
• JVC is not responsible for any loss of or damage to iPod that might result from the use of this
product.
• Do not touch or hit the terminals of the dock and of the iPod. It might cause damage to these
terminals.
• When you connect your iPod to the dock, make sure the terminal on the dock is fully inserted into
the iPod.
• Always set the volume to the minimum level when connecting or disconnecting an iPod.
• Sound distortion may occur when playing back audio sources with a high recording level. When
distortion occurs, it is recommended to turn off the equalizer of the iPod. For information on
operating the iPod, see the instruction manual for iPod.
• Do not carry the unit with iPod connected. You might drop it down or it might cause damage to
the connector part.
• Turn off the unit when disconnecting an iPod.
• Remove the iPod from the dock when you do not use it.
• When you cannot operate the connected iPod through the unit or using the remote control, operate
the iPod directly.
• After connecting an iPod, wait until the unit is ready for operation (about 3 seconds).
Buttons
Functions Control of
the iPod
On the Unit On the
remote
—
Confirms an item on the menu/screen. Center
button*
—
Select the desired shuffle mode.
“SHUFFLE” appears on the display for a
while.
• The shuffle icon lights up on the display/screen
of the iPod.
• To cancel, press again until the shuffle icon
disappears.
• Shuffle play applies to the iPod selected as the
source.
—
—
Select the desired repeat mode.
“REPEAT” appears on the display for a while.
• The repeat icon lights up on the display/screen
of the iPod.
• To cancel, press again until the repeat icon
disappears.
• Repeat play applies to the iPod selected as the
source.
—
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Listening to FM Broadcast
Basic Operations
Buttons Functions
On the Unit On the remote
Selects FM as the source.
When an FM programme is broadcast in stereo, ST (stereo)
lights up on the display (only when the reception is good).
Press: Changes the frequency.
Hold down and release: The unit starts searching for stations
and stops when a station of sufficient signal strength is found.
• To stop searching, press again.
—
Tunes in to a preset station: Press repeatedly to select a preset
station number. (For presetting stations, see page 16.)
—
Changes the FM reception mode: When an FM stereo
broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, press to improve
reception. MONO (monaural) lights up on the display.
Reception will improve though the stereo effect is lost.
• To restore the stereo effect, press again.
FM AUDIO IN
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Presetting Stations
You can preset 30 FM stations.
NOTES:
• When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure occurs, the preset stations will be erased
in a few days.
• If you store a new station onto an occupied preset number, the station previously stored on that
number will be erased.
1Select FM as the source.
2Tune in to the station you want to preset.
• You can also store the monaural reception mode for FM preset stations if
selected.
3Activate the preset number entry mode.
“SET” flashes on the display for a few seconds.
• Finish the following operations while the indication is flashing.
4
Select a preset number for the station you want to store.
5
Store the station.
“STORED” appears on the display for a while.
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Playing Back from Other Equipment
Connecting Other Equipment
By using a stereo mini plug cord (not supplied), you can connect other equipment with analog audio
output jacks, such as a portable audio player, etc.
• Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the equipment.
NOTE:
Make sure the unit is on standby when connecting or disconnecting other equipment.
Operations
To Listen to Other Equipment
To Adjust the Sound Input Level from the Equipment
You can adjust the sound input level from the connected equipment, if the incoming signal is too
small or too large.
1Select AUDIO IN as the source.
2Start playing the equipment.
1Select AUDIO IN as the source.
2
Hold down to adjust the sound input level.
LEVEL 1: Ordinary input level.
LEVEL 2: Increases the input level.
LEVEL 3: Increases the input level more than “LEVEL 2.”
Stereo mini plug cord
(not supplied)
Portable audio device
Right side
FM AUDIO IN
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 2
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Setting the Clock and Timer
Setting the Clock
Set the built-in clock before using the Timer.
• You can set the clock when the unit is turned on or on standby.
• To exit from the clock setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required.
• To correct a misentry during the process, press MENU/CANCEL. You can return to the previous
step.
• If there is a power failure, the clock loses the setting and is reset to “0:00.” You need to set the
clock again.
1
Activate the clock setting mode.
“AdjCLOCK” appears then the hour digit of the time indication flashes on
the display.
• If you have already adjusted the clock before, press the button 2 times to
activate the clock setting mode.
2
1Adjust the hour while the hour digits of the time indication flashes on the
display.
2Adjust the minute while the minute digits of the time indication flash on the
display.
3Select the day of the week.
“CLOCK OK” appears and the built-in clock starts working.
Clock settingTIMER 1/TIMER 2/TIMER 3*
Canceled
*See page 19.
MON DAY
(Monday)
TUE DAY
(Tuesday)
WED DAY
(Wednesday)
THU DAY
(Thursday)
FRI DAY
(Friday)
SAT DAY
(Saturday) Back to the beginning
SUN DAY
(Sunday)
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