JVC CA-MXJ950RB Instruction Manual

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

CA-MXJ950R

COMPACT

DIGIT AL AUDIO

TAPE

FM/AM

AUX

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No. Serial No.

GVT0037-008A

[ B ]

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.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

REPRODUCTION OF LABELS

1 CLASSIFICATION LABEL, PLACED ON REAR ENCLOSURE

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT

DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. (e)

VARNING: Osynlig laserstrålning när denna del är öppnad och spärren är urkopplad. Betrakta ej strålen. (s)

ADVARSEL: Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning, når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion. Undgå udsættelse for stråling (d)

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock f ailed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user service- able parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

VARO: Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet alttiina näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle. Älä katso säteeseen. (f)

Caution –– switch!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled.

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.

Front view

15 cm

/16 in.)

1 cm

(

/16 in.)

15 cm

/16 in.)

1 cm

(

/16 in.)

CA-MXJ950R

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.

Side view

15 cm

(5 15/16 in.)

15 cm

/16 in.)

CA-MXJ950R

15 cm

/16 in.)

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10 cm

/16 in.)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

“SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT”

This equipment has been disigned and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, lik e any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

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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 withdra w 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.

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DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally , or if it is damaged in an y way–s witch 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 f or 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. 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 an ything 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!

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Introduction

We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products.

Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to

obtain the best possible performance from your unit, and retain this manual

for future reference.

About This Manual

This manual is organized as follows:

• The manual mainly explains operations using the

buttons and controls on the unit. You can also use the buttons on the remote control if they have the same or similar names (or marks) as those on the unit. If operation using the remote control is different from that using the unit, it is then explained.

• Basic and common information that is the same for many functions is grouped in one place, and is not repeated in each procedure. For instance, we do not repeat the information about turning on/off the unit, setting the volume, changing the sound effects, and others, which are explained in the section “Common Operations” on pages 9 to 11.

• The following marks are used in this manual:

Gives you warnings and cautions to prevent damage or risk of fire/electric shock. Also gives you information which is not good for obtaining the best possible performance from the unit.

Gives you information and hints you had better know.

Power sources

• When unplugging from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the AC power cord.

DO NOT handle the AC power cord with wet hands.

Moisture condensation

Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the following cases:

• After starting heating in the room

• In a damp room

• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm place

Should this occur, the unit may malfunction. In this case, leave the unit turned on for a few hours until the moisture evaporates, unplug the AC power cord, and then plug it in again.

Others

• Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the unit, unplug the unit 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.

Precautions

Installation

• Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold — between 5˚C (41˚F) and 35˚C (95˚F).

• Install the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat built-up in the unit.

• Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV.

• Keep the speakers away from the TV to avoid interference with TV.

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 disassemble the unit since there are no user serviceable parts inside.

If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and consult your dealer.

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Contents

Location of the Buttons and Controls....................... 3

Front Panel ................................................................. 3

Remote Control .......................................................... 5

Getting Started............................................................ 6

Unpacking .................................................................. 6

Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control ........... 6

Connecting Antennas ................................................. 6

Connecting Speakers .................................................. 7

Connecting Other Equipment..................................... 8

Common Operations .................................................. 9

Turning On or Of f the Power ....................................... 9

Setting the Clock ........................................................ 9

Selecting the Sources................................................... 9

Adjusting the Volume ............................................... 10

Reinforcing the Bass Sound ..................................... 10

Selecting the Sound Modes ...................................... 10

Creating Your Own Sound Mode

— Manual Mode................................................. 11

Listening to FM and AM (LW/MW) Broadcasts ... 12

Tuning in a Station ................................................... 12

Presetting Stations .................................................... 12

Tuning in a Preset Station ........................................ 12

Playing Back Tapes ................................................... 18

Playing Back a Tape ................................................. 18

Locating the Beginning of a Song — Music Scan ... 18

Recording .................................................................. 19

Recording a Tape on Deck B.................................... 19

Dubbing Tapes.......................................................... 20

CD Direct Recording................................................. 20

Auto Edit Recording.................................................. 21

Using the Timers....................................................... 22

Using Daily Timer.................................................... 22

Using Recording Timer............................................ 23

Using Sleep Timer.................................................... 24

Timer Priority........................................................... 24

Maintenance .............................................................. 25

Troubleshooting ........................................................ 26

Additional Information ............................................ 27

Specifications............................................................. 28

Receiving FM Stations with RDS ............................ 13

Changing the RDS Information ............................... 13

Searching for Programs by PTY Codes

(PTY Search) ...................................................... 13

Switching to a Program Type of Your

Choice T emporarily ............................................ 14

Playing Back CDs ..................................................... 15

Loading CDs ............................................................ 15

Playing Back the Entire Discs

— Continuous Play............................................. 15

Basic CD Operations................................................ 15

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks

— Program Play ................................................. 16

Playing at Random — Random Play ....................... 17

Repeating Tracks or CDs — Repeat Play ................ 17

Prohibiting Disc Ejection — Tray Lock................... 17

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Location of the Buttons and Controls

Become familiar with the buttons and controls on your unit.

Front Panel

Powered Rolling Panel

Press PANEL OPEN/ CLOSE to open the panel. To close the panel, press the button again.

Front Panel

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d f

g h

j k l

x c

v b n

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Display Window

Continued

1 2 3

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Front Panel

1 Disc trays 2 (Standby/On) button and STANDBY lamp (9) 3 Display window 4 SUBWOOFER VOLUME control (10) 5 Remote sensor 6 TAPE 2 3 button and lamp (9, 18)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

7 AUX button and lamp (9)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

8 Deck A cassette holder (18) 9 0 EJECT button for deck A (18) p Disc number buttons (CD1, CD2, and CD3) (15)

Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit.

q 0 (CD tray open/close) buttons (15)

Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit.

w VOLUME control (10) e CD £¥8 (play/pause) button and lamp (9, 15)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

r PANEL OPEN/CLOSE button (9)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

t PHONES jack (10) y FM/AM button and lamp (9, 12)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

u Deck B cassette holder (18, 19) i EJECT 0 button for deck B (18, 19)

Powered Rolling Panel

o PRESET – / + buttons (12)

4 / ¢ (reverse search/forward search) buttons (9, 11, 16, 21 – 24)

; REVERSE MODE button (18 – 21) a REC START/STOP button (19, 21) s DUBBING button (20) d CD REC START button (20, 21) f TAPE A/B button (18) g CLOCK/TIMER button (9, 22 – 24) h SET button (9, 12, 16, 21 – 24) j 7 (stop) button (15 – 21) k TUNING – / + buttons (12)

1 / ¡ (fast left/fast right) buttons (11, 16, 18)

l SEA CONTROL button (11) / PROGRAM/RANDOM button (16, 17, 20) z EDIT button (21) x REPEAT button (17) c DISPLAY button (9) v SOUND MODE button (10) b CANCEL button (9, 17, 22)

DEMO button (8)

n RDS operation buttons (13)

• DISPLAY MODE, PTY/EON, and SELECT – / + buttons

Display window

1 RDS operation indicators

• RDS, EON, and TA/NEWS/INFO indicators

2 Timer indicators

• DAILY (Daily Timer), REC (Recording Timer), SLEEP, and (Timer) indicators

3 CD play mode indicators

• REPEAT (ALL/1CD/1), PROGRAM, and RANDOM indicators

4 CD track number indicators 5 Disc indicators 6 Audio level indicator

SEA (Sound Effect Amplifier) pattern indicator

7 SUBWOOFER indicator (10) 8 Tuner operation indicators

• MONO and STEREO indicators

9 Tape operation indicators

• (reverse mode), A/B (operating deck), 2 3 (tape direction), and REC (recording) indicators

p SOUND MODE indicator q Main display

• Shows the source name, frequency, etc.

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Remote Control

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4 5 6

7 8

p q

CANCEL

y u

i o

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s d

Remote Control

1 Disc number buttons (CD1, CD2, and CD3) (15)

Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit.

2 SOUND MODE button (10) 3 Number buttons (12, 16) 4 RDS operation buttons (13)

• DISPLAY MODE, PTY/EON, and SELECT – / + buttons

5 PROGRAM/RANDOM button (16, 17, 20) 6 REC START/STOP button (19, 21) 7 TAPE A/B button (18) 8 1 / 4 (fast left/reverse search) button (16 – 18) 9 SUBWOOFER + / – buttons (10) p CD £¥8 button (9, 15)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

q TAPE 2 3 button (9, 18)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

w (Standby/On) button (9) e SLEEP button (24) r FM MODE button (12) t REPEAT button (17) y CANCEL button (9, 17, 22) u SET button (9, 12, 16, 21 – 24) i 7 (stop) button (15 – 21) o ¢ / ¡ (forward search/fast right) button (16 – 18) ; FADE MUTING button (10) a VOLUME + / – buttons (10) s FM/AM button (9, 12)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

d AUX button (9)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

When using the remote control, point it at the remote sensor on the front panel.

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Getting Started

Continued

Unpacking

After unpacking, check to be sure that you have all the following items. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity of the pieces supplied.

• AM (LW/MW) loop antenna (1)

• FM antenna (1)

• Remote control (1)

• Batteries (2)

If any is missing, consult your dealer immediately.

Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control

Insert the batteries — R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F) — into the remote control, by matching the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries with the + and – markings on the battery compartment. When the remote control can no longer operate the unit, replace both batteries at the same time.

Connecting Antennas

FM antenna

AM EXT

LOOP

FM antenna (supplied)

1 Attach the FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω

COAXIAL terminal.

2 Extend the FM antenna. 3 Fasten it up in the position which gives you

the best reception, then fix it on the wall, etc.

R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F)

About the supplied FM antenna

The FM antenna supplied with this unit can be used as temporary measure. If reception is poor, you can connect an outdoor FM antenna.

To connect an outdoor FM antenna

Before connecting it, disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

Outdoor FM antenna

(not supplied)

ANTENNA

XIA

• DO NOT use an old battery together with a new one.

• DO NOT use different types of batteries together.

• DO NOT expose batteries to heat or flame.

• DO NOT leave the batteries in the battery compartment when you are not going to use the remote control for an extended period of time. Otherwise, it will be damaged from battery leakage.

A 75 Ω antenna with coaxial type connector (DIN 45325) should be used.

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AM (LW/MW) antenna

Connecting Speakers

ANTENNA

AM (LW/MW) loop antenna (supplied)

AM EXT

AM LOOP

FM 75

COAXIAL

Vinyl-covered wire (not supplied)

Speaker cord (blue/black)

Red

2, 3

Blue

Speaker cord (blue/black)

Black

1 Connect the AM (LW/MW) loop antenna to

the AM LOOP terminals as illustrated.

2 Turn the AM (LW/MW) loop antenna until

you have the best reception.

To connect an outdoor AM (LW/MW) antenna

When reception is poor, connect a single vinyl-covered wire to the AM EXT terminal and extend it horizontally. (The AM (LW/MW) loop antenna must remain connected.)

For better reception of both FM and AM (LW/MW)

• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals and connecting cords.

• Keep the antennas away from metallic parts of the unit, connecting cords, and the AC power cord.

To right

speaker

Black

Speaker cord

(red/black)

To left

speaker

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