JVC CA-MXKB25 User Manual
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
CA-MXKB25
INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1390-001A
[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 nontheless 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
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
3. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open
and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to
beam.
4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED
INSIDE 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 con-
sidered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
4 Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splash-
ing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
Caution — STANDBY/ON button!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (all lamps
and indications go off). The STANDBY/ON button in any position
does not disconnect the mains line.
• When the unit is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.
• When the unit is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off.
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
3 Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an ade-
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electric shocks, fire, etc.:
1 Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2 Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
shown by the dimensions below.
quate air path for ventilation by placing on a
stand with a height of 10 cm or more.
Side viewFront view
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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, like 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 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.
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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 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.
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!
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Introduction
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 instruction manual carefully before operating your new stereo system.
In it you will find all the information you need to set up and use the system.
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 to use, freeing you to just enjoy the
music.
• With JVC’s COMPU PLAY you can turn on the System and automatically start the Radio, Cassette Deck, or
CD Player with a single touch.
❏ The great SEA (Sound Effect Amplifier) effects Rock, Pop and Classics are provided.
❏ The Active Bass EX. (Extension) circuitry faithfully reproduces low frequency sounds.
❏ A 20-station preset capability (10 FM and 10 AM (MW)) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning.
❏ CD changer function can operate 3 discs.
• Discs can be changed during play using the Carrousel tray (rotational tray).
• Continuous or program play of 3 discs.
❏ Two Decks enabling tape dubbing.
❏ Timer functions; Daily Timer, REC (Recording) Timer, and Sleep Timer.
❏ You can connect various external units, such as an MD recorder.
❏ The CD Player can play back a CD-R and CD-RW.
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 letters: e.g. FM/AM, “NO DISC”.
• If the button names on the Unit and the Remote Control are the same, the description on where the button is used will be omitted.
• System functions are written with an initial capital letter only: e.g. Normal Play.
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.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
Installation of the System
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• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold. (Between 5°C and 35°C.)
• Leave sufficient distance between the System and a TV.
• Do not use the System in a place subject to vibrations.
Power cord
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• Do not 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.
Malfunctions, etc.
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• There are no user serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
• Do not insert any metallic object into the System.
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Table of Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................................1
Features.................................................................................................................................................... 1
How This Manual Is Organized............................................................................................................... 1
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS..................................................................................................................... 1
Table of Contents ..........................................................................................................2
Getting Started ..............................................................................................................3
Accessories .............................................................................................................................................. 3
How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control.......................................................................................... 3
Using the Remote Control ....................................................................................................................... 3
About the FM Antenna ............................................................................................................................ 4
Connecting the AM (MW) Antenna........................................................................................................ 4
Connecting the Speakers ......................................................................................................................... 5
Connecting External Equipment.............................................................................................................. 5
Connecting to the Wall Outlet ................................................................................................................. 6
DEMO Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 6
COMPU Play........................................................................................................................................... 6
Basic Operations...........................................................................................................7
Turning the Power On and Off ................................................................................................................ 7
ECO Mode (ECO) ................................................................................................................................... 7
Adjusting the Volume.............................................................................................................................. 8
Fade-out Muting (FADE MUTING) ....................................................................................................... 8
Reinforcing the Bass Sound (ACTIVE BASS EX.)................................................................................ 8
Selecting the Sound Mode (SOUND MODE)......................................................................................... 8
Entering the Number with the Remote Control (Numeric Keys)............................................................ 8
Changing the Display .............................................................................................................................. 8
Using the Tuner .............................................................................................................9
Tuning In a Station .................................................................................................................................. 9
Presetting Stations ................................................................................................................................. 10
To Change the FM Reception Mode ..................................................................................................... 10
Using the CD Player ....................................................................................................11
To Load CDs ......................................................................................................................................... 12
To Unload CDs...................................................................................................................................... 12
Changing the MP3 Playback Mode ....................................................................................................... 12
Basics of Using the CD Player-Normal Play......................................................................................... 13
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks...................................................................................... 14
Random Play.......................................................................................................................................... 15
Repeating Tracks ................................................................................................................................... 15
Tray Lock Function ............................................................................................................................... 15
Changing the Display for CD ................................................................................................................ 15
Using the Cassette Deck (Listening to a Tape) ........................................................16
Playing a Tape ....................................................................................................................................... 16
Using the Cassette Deck (Recording) ......................................................................17
Standard Recording ............................................................................................................................... 18
CD Synchro Recording.......................................................................................................................... 18
Tape to Tape Recording (DUBBING)................................................................................................... 18
Using an External Equipment ....................................................................................19
Listening to the External Equipment ..................................................................................................... 19
Using the Timers ......................................................................................................... 20
Setting the Clock ................................................................................................................................... 20
Fixing the Clock .................................................................................................................................... 20
Setting the Daily Timer ......................................................................................................................... 21
Setting the REC (Recording) Timer ...................................................................................................... 22
Setting the SLEEP Timer ...................................................................................................................... 24
Timer Priority ........................................................................................................................................ 24
Care And Maintenance................................................................................................25
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................26
Specification ................................................................................................................26
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Getting Started
Accessories
Make sure that you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the System.
AM (MW) Loop Antenna (1)
Remote Control (1)
Batteries (2)
If any of these items are 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.
R03 (UM-4)/AAA (24F)
CAUTION:
• Handle batteries properly.
❏ To avoid battery leakage or explosion:
• Remove batteries when the Remote Control will not be used for a long time.
• When you need to replace the batteries, replace both batteries at the same time with new ones.
• Do not use an old battery with a new one.
• Do not use different types of batteries 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
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CAUTION:
• Make all connections before plugging the System into an AC power outlet.
About the FM Antenna
FM wire antenna
FM wire antenna is supplied with the System.
Getting Started
Connecting the AM (MW) Antenna
Rear Panel of the Unit
AM (MW) antenna wire (not supplied)
If reception is poor, connect the outside antenna.
AM (MW) loop antenna (Supplied)
Attach the AM (MW) loop to its base by snapping the tabs on the loop into the slot in the base.
• Even when connecting an outside AM (MW) antenna, keep the indoor AM (MW) loop connected.
Turn the loop until you
have the best reception.
CAUTION:
• To avoid noise, keep antennas away from the System, the connecting cord and the AC power cord.
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Getting Started
Connecting the Speakers
Connect the right speaker to the RIGHT speaker terminals and the left speaker to the LEFT speaker terminals. “Right” / “Left” is labeled
on the rear of the speaker.
1. Open each of the terminals to connect the speaker wire leads.
2. Connect the speaker cords to the Speaker terminals of the Unit.
Connect the red (+) and black (–) cords of the right side speaker to the red (+) and black (–) terminals marked RIGHT on the System.
Connect the red (+) and black (–) cords of the left side speaker to the red (+) and black (–) terminals marked LEFT on the System.
3. Close each of the terminals.
Right side (rear view)
Left side (rear view)
Red
Black
Red
Black
CAUTIONS:
• A TV may display irregular colors if located near the speakers. If this happens, set the speakers away
from the TV.
• Use speakers with the correct impedance only. The correct impedance is indicated on the rear panel.
Connecting External Equipment
Connect a signal cord with stereo mini plugs (not supplied) between the System’s AUX jack on the front panel and the audio output jack
or output terminals of the external portable CD, MD player, STB, etc.
You can then listen to the external source through the System.
Signal cord (not supplied)
White
Lch
Rch
Red
To audio output of
external equipment.
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Getting Started
Connecting to the Wall Outlet
Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet.
Now, your System is at your command!
DEMO Mode
When the System is connected to the wall outlet, a DEMO mode displaying some of the system’s features automatically starts.
To turn the DEMO display off, press any of the operation buttons. The DEMO display automatically stops.
To turn the DEMO display on, press the DEMO button on the Unit.
• While the System is turned on, the DEMO display will automatically starts if no operation is made for 2 minutes. To cancel
this auto DEMO display function, press the CANCEL button on the Unit during DEMO display.
COMPU Play
JVC’s COMPU PLAY feature lets you control the most frequently used System functions with a single touch.
With One Touch Operation you can play a CD, a tape, turn on the radio, or listen to an external equipment with a single press of the play
button for that function. One Touch Operation turns the power on for you, then starts the function you have specified. If the System is not
ready (no CD or tape in place), the System still powers on so you can insert a CD or tape.
How One Touch Operation works in each case is explained in the section dealing with that function.
The COMPU PLAY buttons are:
On the Unit
CD 6 button
FM/AM button
TAPE A 3, TAPE B 3 buttons
AUX button
CD1, CD2 and CD 3 buttons
On the Remote Control
CD 6 button
FM/AM button
TAPE A 3, TAPE B 3 buttons
AUX button
CD1, CD2 and CD 3 buttons
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Basic Operations
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STANDBY/ON
ACTIVE
BASS EX.
SOUND MODE/
SET
STANDBY/ON
Numeric
keys
STANDBY indicator
FADE
MUTING
VOLUME +,–
ACTIVE BASS EX. indicator
* 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.
ECO
Display
ACTIVE
BASS EX.
PHONES
Various information
Level bar
Status bar (Indicates various statuses.)
SOUND
MODE
VOLUME
Sound Mode
indicator
Turning the Power On and Off
Turning the System On
Press the STANDBY/ON button.
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or
The display comes on. The STANDBY indicator goes out.
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 listening
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 button again.
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or
The display goes out, except for the clock display. The
STANDBY indicator lights up. (The display is dimmed.)
• 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 immediately.
ECO Mode (ECO)
The System has three energy modes; power on, power off (Standby) and ECO. In ECO mode, the display goes off and the least
power is consumed.
To enter ECO mode, press the ECO button on the Unit in Standby mode (while the STANDBY indicator lights up). The display
goes off. The STANDBY indicator remains lit.
To cancel ECO mode and turn on the power, press the
STANDBY/ON button on the Unit for a second.
To cancel ECO mode and enter Standby mode, press the
ECO button again for a second.
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Basic Operations
Adjusting the Volume
Turn the VOLUME control on the Unit clockwise to increase the
volume or turn it counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
Press the VOLUME + button on the Remote Control to increase
the volume or press the VOLUME – button on the Remote Control
to decrease the volume.
You can set the volume level to MIN, 1-30, or MAX.
CAUTION:
• DO NOT turn on the System and/or start playing
any source without first setting the VOLUME
control to minimum, as a sudden blast of sound
could damage your hearing, speakers and/or
headphones.
For private listening
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack. No sound
comes out of the speakers.
Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on
headphones.
Fade-out Muting (FADE MUTING)
You can mute the output with one touch operation.
To muting the output, press the FADE MUTING button on the
Remote Control. The output is faded out.
To release muting, press the FADE MUTING button once
again. The output is faded in to the previous level.
• After Fade-out Muting, turning the VOLUME control on the
unit or pressing the VOLUME button on the Remote Control
will increase the volume from MIN. setting.
Reinforcing the Bass Sound (ACTIVE BASS EX.)
Selecting the Sound Mode (SOUND MODE)
You can select one of 3 SEA (Sound Effect Amplifier) modes.
You can use this effect only for playback.
To get the effect, press the SOUND MODE button until Sound
Mode you want appears on the display.
The “SOUND MODE” indicator lights up in the display.
Each time you press the button, the Sound Mode changes as follows:
ROCK = POP = CLASSIC = FLAT = (back to the beginning)
To cancel the effect, press the SOUND MODE button until
“FLAT” appears on the display.
The “SOUND MODE” indicator goes off.
ROCK Boosts low and high frequencies. Good for
acoustic music.
POP Good for vocal music.
CLASSIC Set for wide and dynamic sound stereo
systems.
FLAT No sound effect applies.
Entering the Number with the Remote Control (Numeric Keys)
You will use the number keys on the Remote Control to enter numbers for presetting stations, recalling the preset stations, or programming the playing tracks on CDs.
How to enter the number with the number keys is explained here.
Examples:
• To enter number 5, press 5.
• To enter number 15, press OVER, 1, then 5.
• To enter number 20, press OVER, 2, then 0.
For MP3
• To enter number 5, press 5.
• To enter number 15, press OVER, 0, 1, then 5.
• To enter number 125, press OVER, 1, 2, then 5.
The richness and fullness of the bass sound is maintained regardless of how low you set the volume.
You can use this effect only for playback.
To get the effect, press the ACTIVE BASS EX. (Extension)
button.
The “ACTIVE BASS EX.” indicator lights up and “BASS ON”
appears on the display.
To cancel the effect, press the button again.
The “ACTIVE BASS EX.” indicator goes out and “BASS OFF”
appears on the display.
Changing the Display
Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the display changes as
shown below:
Currently selected source ï Current time
For CD
For CD, see “Changing the Display for CD” on page 15.
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Using the Tuner
Numeric keys
FM/AM
You can listen to FM and AM (MW) 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 (MW) antennas are correctly connected. (See page 4.)
FM MODE
FM/AM
SET
22
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Band display, Frequency display, Preset number
* 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.
One Touch Radio
Just press the FM/AM button to turn on the System and start playing the station you were last tuned to.
❏ You can switch from any other sound source to the radio by
pressing the FM/AM button.
Tuning In a Station
Press the FM/AM button.
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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 and frequency appear.)
Each time you press the button, the band alternates between
FM and AM (MW).
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FM mode indicators
• Manual Tuning
Briefly press the 22 or Á button to move from frequency to frequency until you find the station you want.
OR
• Auto Tuning
If you hold down the 22 or Á button for 1 second or
more and then release it, the frequency changes down, or up,
automatically until a station is found.
OR
• Preset Tuning (Possible only after presetting stations)
Preset tuning using the Unit:
Select the preset number you want, using the 4 or ¢
button.
Example:
Press the ¢ button until the preset number “8” appears on
the display. The display will show the preset number and
frequency.
or
on the Unit on the Remote Control
Select a station using one of the following
2
methods.
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Preset tuning using the Remote Control:
Enter the preset number you want to recall using the numeric keys. See “Entering the Number with the Remote Control” on page 8.
Example:
Press 8 to recall the preset number 8. Then, the display will
show the preset number and frequency.
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