JVC NX-PS3B User manual

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
NX-PS3B
—Consists of CA-NXPS3B, SP-NXPS3BF and SP-NXPS3BW
STANDBY
VOLUME
FUNCTION
CA-NXPS3B SP-NXPS3BF SP-NXPS3BWSP-NXPS3BF
INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1722-001A
[B]
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
IMPORTANT for the U.K.
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.
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.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then
follow the instructions given below:
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: Neutral
Brown: Live
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.
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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:
Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.
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.
10 cm
15 cm
15 cm
15 cm
2 cm 2 cm
15 cm
15 cm
2 cm
Front Side
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
“SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT”
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety
standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best
results and safety is to be assured.
Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and
interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or
changing connections.
Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of
your equipment.
Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally,
or if it is damaged in any way—switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated
that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode.
Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to
do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from
the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your
hearing.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft
furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
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DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws—to ensure complete
safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided
according to the instructions.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
– NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any
other opening in the case —this could result in a fatal electrical shock.;
– NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind—it is better
to be safe than sorry!
Dear Customer,
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards
regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.
European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is:
JVC Technology Centre Europe GmbH
P.O. Box 10 05 52
61145 Friedberg
Germany
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Contents
Introduction ............................................. 2
Precautions ..............................................................2
Getting Started ........................................ 3
Connection ..............................................................5
Basic Operations ...................................... 7
Unit .........................................................................7
Remote Control .......................................................9
Setting the Clock and Daily Timer ...... 11
Setting the Clock ...................................................11
Setting the Daily Timer .........................................11
Playing Back from iPod ........................ 13
To Connect iPod ...................................................13
Basic Operations ...................................................14
Playing Back from USB mass storage class
device ................................................... 15
To connect the USB mass storage class device ....15
Basic Operations ...................................................15
Playing Back from the PC .................... 17
How to install the USB drivers .............................17
To playback sounds on the PC ..............................18
Playing Back from Other Equipment .. 19
To connect other equipment .................................19
Troubleshooting ..................................... 20
Specifications ......................................... 21
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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 System in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat buildup inside
the System.
• Leave sufficient distance between the System and the TV.
• Keep the speakers away from the TV to avoid interference with TV.
Power sources
• When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull on the plug, not the AC adaptor.
Internal heat
Others
• Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the System, unplug the AC adaptor and consult your
dealer before operating any further.
• If you are not going to operate the System for an extended period of time, unplug the AC adaptor
from the wall outlet.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC adaptor and consult your dealer.
DO NOT install the System in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust or vibration.
DO NOT handle the AC adaptor with wet hands.
For safety, observe the following carefully:
• Make sure there is good ventilation the main unit. Poor ventilation could overheat
and damage the System.
• 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 System 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.)
• Speaker cords 1.5m (2)
• Speaker cord 2.5m (1)
• AC power cord (1)
• AC adaptor (AA-R2401) (1)
• iPod connection cable (Audio) (1)
• iPod stand (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.
Insulation sheet
(Front side)
Lithium coin battery
(product number: CR2025)
(Rear side)
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Warning
• 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.
• The batteries (battery pack or batteries installed ) shall not be exposed to excessive
heat source such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
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Connection
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
USB
AUDIO
i Pod
DC IN
SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT WOOFER
6-16Ω8-16Ω
23V 2.5A
INPUT
SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT WOOFER
6-16Ω8-16Ω
Subwoofer
Unit
To a wall outlet
Plug the AC power cord
only after all connections
are complete.
AC adaptor
USB AUDIO
terminal
iPod terminal
DC IN
23V 2.5A
Main speaker
Speaker cord (1.5m) Speaker cord (1.5m)
AC adaptor
AC power
cord
Main speaker
Speaker cord (2.5m)
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To connect the speaker cords
Make sure the unit, main speakers, and subwoofer are connected correctly and firmly.
When connecting the speaker cords, match the polarity of the speaker terminals: white cord to
(+) and white cord with black stripe to (-).
NOTES
• DO NOT connect more than one speaker to each terminal.
• DO NOT allow the conductor of the speaker cords to be in touch with the metallic parts of the
System.
e.g. Speaker
2 Insert
1 Hold
3 Release
e.g. Unit
1 Unlock
2 Insert
3 Lock
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Basic Operations
Unit
Operating on the Unit
Buttons Functions
Adjusts the volume level VOLUME MIN / 1 to 29 / VOLUME MAX.
Selects a source. See “Playing Back from iPod” (P.13).
See “Playing Back from USB mass storage class
device” (P.15).
See “Playing Back from the PC” (P. 17).
See “Playing Back from Other Equipment” (P. 19).
Turns on or off (standby) the power.
Operates music.
See “Playing Back from iPod” (P.13).
See “Playing Back from USB mass storage class device” (P.15).
STANDBY
VOLUME
FUNCTION
AUX PHONES
USB
MEMORY
4
3
2
1
Display
STANDBY lamp
Remote control
sensor
Operation
buttons
Adjust the volume
Select a source
STANDBY/ON button
AUX jack
PHONES jack
USB MEMORY terminal
Opening the front panel cover
STANDBY
FUNCTION
AUX PHONES
USB
MEMORY
Using Headphones
Be sure to turn down the volume before
connecting or wearing the headphones.
• Connecting the headphones will
deactivate the speakers.
VOLUME
1
FUNCTION
2iPod USB MEMORY
AUX USB AUDIO
3
4
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Display Information
While selecting iPod / USB AUDIO:
While selecting USB MEMORY:
While selecting AUX:
Volume level
Source name
Current status
⇔ Clock display
Elapsed playing time
Current track number
Current group number
File information ⇔Clock display
Volume level
Volume level
Source name
No display ⇔Clock display
Symbols Description
RND Lights when Random Play mode is activated in USB MEMORY mode. (P.17)
1/ ALL/ GR Lights when Repeat mode is activated in USB MEMORY mode. (P.17)
FLAT/ROCK/POP/
JAZZ/CLAS(CLASSIC)
Displays an selected EQ setting. (P.10)
Lights when the USB mass storage class device is connected and the USB
MEMORY mode is selected.
SLEEP Lights when the Sleep Timer is activated. (P.10)
Lights when Daily Timer is set. (P.11)
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Remote Control
Operating on the Remote Control
Others
4
3
9
2
1
5
6
7
10
8
Sleep timer
Adjust the volume
STANDBY/ON button
Change the display information
Select a source
Dimmer/ECO mode
Adjust the tone
FADE MUTING button
Buttons Functions
Turns on or off (standby) the power
Changes the display information.
USB MEMORY mode : Clock display ⇔ File information
Other mode : Clock display ⇔Source information
Changes source to iPod.
See “Playing Back from iPod” (P.13).
Changes source to USB MEMORY.
See “Playing Back from USB mass storage class device” (P.15).
Changes source to USB AUDIO and AUX.
See “Playing Back from the PC” (P.17).
See “Playing Back from Other Equipment” (P.19).
Adjusts the volume level VOLUME MIN / 1 to 29 / VOLUME MAX.
Drops the volume in a moment.
To restore the volume, press again, or adjust the volume level.
1
2
3
4
5
Buttons Reference pages
CLOCK/TIMER set (P.11)
CLOCK/TIMER set (P.11)
USB MEMORY (P.15)
AUX (P.19)
CLOCK/TIMER set (P.11)
USB MEMORY (P.15)
6
7
8
Buttons Reference pages
CLOCK/TIMER set (P.11)
iPod (P.13)
USB MEMORY (P15)
USB MEMORY (P.15)
9
10
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To dim the display—DIMMER
• To cancel this function, press DIMMER/ECO again. “DIMMER OFF” appears.
To set the ECO mode.
In ECO mode, the dispaly goes off and the least power is consumed.
• To cancel this function, press DIMMER/ECO again.
“ECO OFF” appears and then the clock is displayed.
To turn off the System 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
To adjust the tone
Press while the System is turned on. “DIMMER ON” appears.
Press While the System is turned off. “ECO ON” appears and then nothing is displayed.
1Press repeatedly to specify the time (in minutes) as follows:
2Wait until the set time goes off.
1Selects an item as follows :
2
• Adjust the bass and treble level with VOLUME +/- from -5 to +5.
• Select a EQ setting as follows with VOLUME +/-:
When the bass or treble level is adjusted, EQ is not effective and EQ symbol disappears.
BASS/TREBLE adjustment will not work at the same time as the EQ. The last setting made will become
effective.
10 20 30 60 90 120
OFF (Canceled)
EQ BASS TREBLE
FLAT
CLAS JAZZ
ROCK
ROCK POP
ROCK Boosts low and high frequency. Good for acoustic music.
POP Good for vocal music.
JAZZ Good for jazz music.
CLAS
(CLASSIC)
Good for classical music.
FLAT Normal sound.
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Setting the Clock and Daily Timer
Setting the Clock
• To go back to the previous step, press CANCEL.
• If there is a power failure, the clock loses the setting and is reset to “0:00”. You need to set the
clock again.
Setting the Daily Timer
Without setting the built-in clock, you cannot use Daily Timer.
Using Daily Timer, you can wake up with music, etc.
Connect the iPod or USB mass storage device, or other equipment, to the Unit beforehand. (P.13,
P.15, P.19)
• To exit from the timer setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required.
• To correct a misentry during the process, press CANCEL. You can return to the previous step.
• Do not set to ECO mode after setting Daily Timer.
1Activate the clock setting mode (“Clock Adjust” appears).
The hour digit of the time indication blinks on the display.
• If you have already adjusted the clock before, press the button repeatedly
until “Clock Adjust” appears.
If the clock has not been adjusted, “Clock Adjust” appears first.
21 Adjust the hour. The minute digits of the time indication blink
on the display.
2 Adjust the minute. The built-in clock starts working.
1Select the timer setting mode.
2
1 Adjust the hour then the minute for Daily Timer on-time.
2 Adjust the hour then the minute for Daily Timer off-time.
• The on-time and off-time of the Daily Timer cannot be set to the same time.
3 Select the playback source—“iPod,” “USB MEMORY,” or “AUX.”
• If “USB MEMORY” is selected, select the GROUP number (“001” to
“500” and “---”) and then select the TRACK number (“001” to “999”
and “---”).
If you select “---,” TRACK1 in GROUP1 is set.
4 Select the volume level (“VOLUME MIN / 1 to 29 / VOLUME MAX”).
“SET OK” appears briefly followed by setting information, then the
icon appears on the display.
3Turn off the System (on standby).
Current timer settings
Canceled
Timer setting Clock Adjust
or
(Twice) Current timer settings Timer setting
Canceled Clock Adjust
or
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To cancel the Daily Timer
To turn on the Daily Timer again (Turn on a timer setting you have made
beforehand.)
1Select the current timer settings mode.
2icon disappears.
1Select the current timer settings mode.
2icon appears on the display.
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Playing Back from iPod
This system is equipped with an iPod terminal on the rear panel. You can connect your iPod to this
terminal and enjoy the sound from your iPod.
Compatible iPod types:
If the iPod does not play correctly, please update your iPod software to the latest version.
• For details about updating your iPod, check on the Apple web site <http://www.apple.com>.
To Connect iPod
Connect the iPod to the System using the supplied cable.
Make sure the System is turned off when you connect it.
Connect the arrow of iPod terminal and the arrow of the connector facing each other.
iPod nano 1GB/2GB/4GB
iPod nano (2nd Generation) 2GB/4GB/8GB
iPod mini 4GB/6GB
iPod (4th Generation) 20GB/40GB
iPod photo (4th Generation) 20GB/30GB/40GB/60GB
iPod video (5th Generation) 30GB/60GB/80GB
iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
USB
AUDIO
i Pod
DC IN
SPEAKERS
RIGHT LEFT WOOFER
8-16Ω
23V 2.5A
1
2
You can place the iPod on
the supplied iPod stand.
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When disconnecting the iPod, make sure that the System is turned off.
Basic Operations
NOTES
• The iPod battery is charged while the System is turned on or on standby (except in ECO mode).
See the iPod instruction manual about battery charging.
• If you connect an iPod to the iPod terminal and a USB mass storage class device to the USB
MEMORY terminal at the same time, the system might be overloaded.
• Sound distortion may occur when playing back audio sources with high recording levels. When
distortion occurs, it is recommended to turn off the equalizer of the iPod. For information on
operating the iPod, see the iPod instruction manual.
• JVC is not responsible for any loss of or damage to iPod that might result from the use of this
product.
• When you connect your iPod to the cable, make sure it connects all the way in.
• Do not carry the System with iPod connected. You might drop it down or it might cause damages
to the connector part.
• Do not touch or hit the iPod terminal pins or the connector pins directly. It might cause damages
to the connector part.
• Remove the iPod from the cable when you do not use.
• Always set volume to the minimum level when connecting or disconnecting the other equipment.
Button Function
On the Unit On the remote
Start playback / Pause
Press and hold : The iPod is in sleep mode
Increase the track numbers
Press and hold : Fast forward search
Decrease the track numbers
Press and hold : Fast reverse search
(Press this button during playback to jump back to the beginning of
the track.)
To remove the connector from
your iPod, squeeze the buttons
on the sides and pull.
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Playing Back from USB mass storage class device
This System is equipped with a USB MEMORY terminal on the front panel. You can connect a
USB mass storage class device such as a USB flash memory device, Digital Audio Player (DAP),
etc. to this System.
This System cannot recognize a USB mass storage class device whose rating exceeds 5V/500mA.
To connect the USB mass storage class device
When connecting a USB mass storage class device, refer also to its manual.
• When disconnecting the USB mass storage class device, make sure that the System is in the stop condition.
Basic Operations
For MP3/WMA playback
Button Function
On the Unit On the remote
Starts playback / Pauses
Stops playback
Increases the track numbers.
Press and hold : Fast forward search
Decreases the track numbers.
Press and hold : Fast reverse search
(Press this button during playback to jump back to the beginning of
the track.)
1Set Number select mode.
2
Input the Group number, then
input the Track number.
STANDBY
AUX PHONES
USB
MEMORY
DAP
or
or
Track number
Group number
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