JVC KD-S790, KD-SC800 User Manual

CD RECEIVER KD-SC800/KD-S790

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RECEPTOR CON CD KD-SC800/KD-S790

RECEPTEUR CD KD-SC800/KD-S790

KD-SC800

KD-S790

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COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual.
Para la instalación y las conexiones, refiérase al manual separado.
Pour l’installation et les raccordements, se référer au manuel séparé.

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INSTRUCTIONS

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

For customer Use:

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

Model No.

Serial No.

GET0142-001A

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INFORMATION (For U.S.A.)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

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may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

Precautions:

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct
exposure to beam.

3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Leave all
servicing to qualified service personnel.

4. CAUTION: This CD player uses invisible laser radiation, however, is equipped with safety switches
to prevent radiation emission when unloading CDs. It is dangerous to defeat the safety switches.

5. CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

How to reset your unit

After detaching the control panel, press the
reset button on the panel holder using a ball­point pen or a similar tool.
This will reset the built-in microcomputer.

Note:

Your preset adjustments—such as preset channels
or sound adjustments—will also be erased.

BEFORE USE

*For safety....

• Do not raise the volume level too much, as this will

block outside sounds, making driving dangerous.

• Stop the car before performing any complicated

operations.

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*Temperature inside the car....

If you have parked the car for a long time in hot or
cold weather, wait until the temperature in the car
becomes normal before operating the unit.

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.

CONTENTS

How to reset your unit ............................... 2

How to use the M (MODE) button ............. 3

LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS ............ 4

Control panel ............................................. 4

Remote controller—RM-RK41

(for KD-SC800) ....................................... 5

Remote controller—RM-RK60

(for KD-S790) ......................................... 6

Preparing the remote controller ................ 7

BASIC OPERATIONS ....................... 8

Turning on the power ................................ 8

Setting the clock ........................................ 9

RADIO OPERATIONS ...................... 10

Listening to the radio ................................. 10

Storing stations in memory ....................... 11

Tuning in to a preset station ...................... 12

CD OPERATIONS ........................... 13

Playing a CD ............................................. 13

Locating a track or a particular portion

on a CD .................................................. 14

Selecting CD playback modes .................. 15

Prohibiting CD ejection ............................. 16

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS ................... 17

Selecting preset sound modes

(C-EQ: custom equalizer) ....................... 17

Adjusting the sound .................................. 18

OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS ................ 19

Selecting the display color

(only for KD-SC800) ............................... 19

Setting the dimmer mode

(only for KD-SC800) ............................... 19

Selecting the level display ......................... 20

Detaching the control panel ...................... 21

Changing the standard plate

(only for KD-SC800) ............................... 22

TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 23

MAINTENANCE ............................. 24

Handling discs ........................................... 24

SPECIFICATIONS........................... 25

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How to use the M (MODE) button

If you press M (MODE), the unit goes into functions mode, then the number buttons and 5/∞ buttons
work as different function buttons.

Ex.: When number button 2 works as MO (monaural) button.

Time countdown indicator

To use these buttons for original functions again after pressing M (MODE), wait for 5 seconds
without pressing any of these buttons until the functions mode is cleared.

• Pressing M (MODE) again also clears the functions mode.

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Control panel

Display window

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LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS

1 Remote sensor
2 Control dial
3 (standby/on/attenuator) button
4 SEL (select) button
5 Screws—M2 × 5 mm (1/4") (only for KD-SC800)
6 Plate cover and standard plate

(only for KD-SC800)

7 FM/AM button
8 5 (up) button

+10 button

9 0 (eject) button
p 4 /¢ buttons
q (control panel release) button
w DISP (display) button

• Also functions as SSM buttons when pressed
together with M (MODE) button.

e M (MODE) button

• Also functions as SSM buttons when pressed
together with DISP (display) button.

r Display window
t MO (monaural) button
y RPT (repeat) button

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u RND (random) button
i Number buttons
o E (EQ: equalizer) button
; CD button
a ∞ (down) button

–10 button

Display window

s LOUD indicator
d EQ (equalizer) indicator
f CD–in indicator
g CD indicator
h FM band indicators (FM1, FM2, FM3)
j AM band indicator
k Tuner reception indicators

MO (monaural), ST (stereo)

l RND (disc random) indicator
/ Volume (or audio) level indicator
z Main display
x RPT (repeat) indicator

Remote controller—RM-RK41

This section is for KD-SC800.

1 • Turns on the unit if pressed when the unit is

turned off.

• Turns off the unit if pressed and held until
“SEE YOU” appears on the display.

• Drops the volume level in a moment if

pressed briefly.
Press again to resume the volume.

3 • Selects the preset stations while listening to

the radio.
Each time you press the button, the preset
station number increases, and the selected
station is tuned in.

• Does not function as the DISC – button.

4 Functions the same as the control dial on the

main unit.

Note:

These buttons do not used for adjusting
“CLOCK H,” “CLOCK M,” “LEVEL,” and
“DIMMER” (see pages 9, 19, and 20).

5 Selects the sound mode (C-EQ: custom

equalizer).
Each time you press the button, the sound
mode (C-EQ) changes.

6 Selects the source.

Each time you press the button, the source
changes.

7 • Searches for stations while listening to the

radio.

• Does not function as the 5 (up) or ∞ (down)

button while listening to the radio.

• Fast-forwards or reverses the track if
pressed and held while listening to a CD.

• Skips to the beginning of the next track or
goes back to the beginning of the current (or
previous) track if pressed briefly while
listening to a CD.

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2 • Selects the band while listening to the radio.

Each time you press the button, the band
changes.

• Does not function as the PROG button.

• Does not function as the DISC + button.

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Remote controller—RM-RK60

This section is for KD-S790.

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1 • Turns on the unit if pressed when the unit is

turned off.

• Turns off the unit if pressed and held until
“SEE YOU” appears on the display.

• Drops the volume level in a moment if

pressed briefly.
Press again to resume the volume.

3 Selects the preset stations while listening to

the radio.
Each time you press the button, the preset
station number increases, and the selected
station is tuned in.

4 Selects the sound mode (C-EQ: custom

equalizer).
Each time you press the button, the sound
mode (C-EQ) changes.

5 Selects the band while listening to the radio.

Each time you press the button, the band
changes.

6 Selects the source.

Each time you press the button, the source
changes.

7 Functions the same as the control dial on the

main unit.

Note:

These buttons do not used for adjusting
“CLOCK H,” “CLOCK M,” and “LEVEL”
(see pages 9 and 20).

2 • Searches for stations while listening to the

radio.

• Fast-forwards or reverses the track if
pressed and held while listening to a CD.

• Skips to the beginning of the next track or
goes back to the beginning of the current (or
previous) tracks if pressed briefly while
listening to a CD.

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Preparing the remote controller

Before using the remote controller:

• Aim the remote controller directly at the remote
sensor on the main unit. Make sure there is no
obstacle in between.

Remote sensor

• Do not expose the remote sensor to strong
light (direct sunlight or artificial lighting).

Installing the battery

When the controllable range or effectiveness of
the remote controller decreases, replace the
battery.

1. Remove the battery holder.

1) Push out the battery holder in the direction
indicated by the arrow using a ball-point
pen or a similar tool.

2) Remove the battery holder.

3. Return the battery holder.

Insert again the battery holder by pushing it
until you hear a clicking sound.

(back side)

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.

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(back side)

2. Place the battery.

Slide the battery into the holder with the +
side facing upwards so that the battery is
fixed in the holder.

Lithium coin
battery (product
number: CR2025)

CAUTION:

DO NOT leave the remote controller in a place
(such as dashboards) exposed to direct sunlight for
a long time. Otherwise, it may be damaged.

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BASIC OPERATIONS

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Turning on the power

1

Turn on the power.

Note on One-Touch Operation:

When you select a source in step 2 below, the
power automatically comes on. You do not have
to press this button to turn on the power.

2

Select the source.

To operate the tuner (FM or AM),

see pages 10 – 12.

To play a CD,

see pages 13 – 16.

3

Adjust the volume.

To increase the volume

To decrease the volume

Volume (or audio) level indicator

(see page 20)

4

Adjust the sound as you want. (See
pages 17 and 18.)

To drop the volume in a moment

Press briefly while listening to any
source. “AT T ” starts flashing on the display, and
the volume level will drop in a moment.
To resume the previous volume level, press the
button briefly again.

• If you turn the control dial, you can also restore
the sound.

To turn off the power

Press and hold for more than one
second.

“SEE YOU” appears, then the unit turns off.

• If you turn off the power while listening to a

CD, CD play will start from where playback has
been stopped previously, next time you turn on
the power.

CAUTION on Volume Setting:

CDs produce very little noise compared with other
sources. If the volume level is adjusted for the
tuner, for example, the speakers may be damaged
by the sudden increase in the output level.
Therefore, lower the volume before playing a CD
and adjust it as required during playback.

Volume level appears.

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Setting the clock

1

Press and hold SEL (select) for more
than 2 seconds.

“CLOCK H,” “CLOCK M,”
“LEVEL,” or “DIMMER*”

appears on the display.
* Only for KD-SC800

2

Set the hour.

1 Select “CLOCK H” (hour) if not shown on

the display.

2 Adjust the hour.

1 2

3

Set the minute.

1 Select “CLOCK M” (minute).
2 Adjust the minute.

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To check the current clock time or change the
display mode

Press DISP (display)
repeatedly.
Each time you press the
button, the display mode
changes as follows:

• During tuner operation:

Frequency

• During CD operation:

Elapsed playing time Clock

• During power off:

The power turns on and the clock time is
shown for 5 seconds, then the power turns
off.

Clock

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Finish the setting.

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