JVC KD-SX8250, KD-SX780 User Manual

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CD RECEIVER KD-SX8250/KD-SX780

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RECEPTOR CON CD KD-SX8250/KD-SX780

RECEPTEUR CD KD-SX8250/KD-SX780

KD-SX8250

Detachable

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.

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

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KD-SX780

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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.

ESPAÑOL

FRANÇAIS

Serial No.

GET0071-001A

[J]

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 front panel using a ball-point 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.

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.

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

How to use the number buttons................ 3

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

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

Preparing the remote controller................ 5

Remote controller .................................... 6

BASIC OPERATIONS ...................... 7

Turning on the power ................................ 7

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

Listening to the radio ................................ 8

Storing stations in memory....................... 9

Tuning in to a preset station ..................... 10

CD OPERATIONS .......................... 11

Playing a CD............................................ 11

Locating a track or particular portion

on a disc................................................ 12

Selecting CD playback modes.................. 12

Prohibiting CD ejection ............................. 13

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS .................. 14

Adjusting the sound ................................. 14

Selecting preset sound modes

(C-EQ: custom equalizer) ...................... 15

Storing your own sound adjustments ....... 16

OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS ............... 17

Setting the clock ...................................... 17

Changing the general settings (PSM) ...... 17

Detaching the control panel...................... 20

CD CHANGER OPERATIONS ............. 21

Playing CDs ............................................. 21

Selecting CD playback modes.................. 23

EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS.. 24

Playing external components ................... 24

TROUBLESHOOTING...................... 25

MAINTENANCE ............................ 26

Handling discs ......................................... 26

SPECIFICATIONS .......................... 27

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How to use the number buttons:

If you press MODE, the unit goes into functions mode and the number buttons work as different function buttons.

Time countdown indicator

Ex.: When you press button 5 to enter the RPT

function mode.

To use these b uttons as number buttons again after pressing MODE, wait for 5 seconds without pressing any number button until the functions mode is cleared.

• Pressing MODE again also clears the functions mode.

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 disc and adjust it as required during playback.

Control panel

Display window

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LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS

1 4 /¢ buttons

2 5 (up) button

3 ∞ (down) button

4 Remote sensor

5 Display window

6 0 (eject) button

7 FM AM button

8 CD CD-CH/MP3 INPUT button

9 (standby/on/attenuator) button

p (control panel release) button

q SEL (select) button

w Control dial

e MO (monaural) button

r INT (intro scan) button

t RPT (repeat) button

y RND (random) button

u Number buttons

i MODE button

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

o DISP (display) button

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Also functions as SSM buttons when pressed together with MODE button.

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t ye

; EQ (equalizer) button a MP3 INPUT jack

i o ;

MP3 INPUT

Display window

s Main display d Volume (or audio) level indicator

Equalization pattern indicator

f Tuner reception indicators

MO (monaural), ST (stereo)

g C-EQ (custom equalizer) indicator h RND (random) indicator j RPT (repeat) indicator k LOUD (loudness) indicator l Sound mode indicators

ROCK, CLASSIC, POPS, HIP HOP, JAZZ, USER.

/ Source/clock display z CD–in indicator

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.

(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)

3. Return the battery holder.

Insert again the battery holder 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 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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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.

Remote controller

RM–RK50

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ATT

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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.

• Skips to the previous disc while listening to the CD changer. Each time you press the button, the disc number decreases, and the selected disc starts playing.

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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.

2 • Selects the band while listening to the radio.

Each time you press the button, the band changes.

• Skips to the next disc while listening to the CD changer. Each time you press the button, the disc number increases, and the selected disc starts playing.

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4 Functions the same as the control dial on the

main unit.

NOTE:

This button does not function for the preferred setting mode adjustment.

5 Selects the sound mode (C-EQ).

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 stations while listening to the radio.

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

• 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 disc.

BASIC OPERATIONS

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Turning on the power

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.

Select the source.

To select the tuner, press FM AM

repeatedly.

FM1 FM2

To select CD, CD changer (or “LINE IN”*),

press CD CD-CH repeatedly.

CD-CH

(or LINE IN)*

* If “LINE IN” does not appear on the display,

see page 19 and select the external input (“LINE IN”).

To select “AUX IN” (component connected to the MP3 INPUT jack on the control panel), press and hold CD CD-CH.

FM3

Adjust the volume.

T o increase the volume.

To decrease the volume.

Volume or audio level (see page 19)

Volume level appears.

Adjust the sound as you want. (See pages 14 – 16.)

indicator

To drop the volume in a moment

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

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

To turn off the power

Press for more than one second. “SEE YOU” appears, then the unit turns off.

Note:

When you use this unit for the first time, set the built-in clock correctly, see page 17.

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RADIO BASIC OPERATIONS

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Listening to the radio

Y ou can use either automatic searching or manual searching to tune in to a particular station.

Searching a station automatically: Auto search

Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM).

FM1 FM2 FM3 AM

(F1) (F2) (F3) (AM)

Selected band appears.*

* When “CLOCK” is set to “ON” (see page 19),

the band indication will soon change to the clock time.

Note:

This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2, FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to an FM broadcast.

While searching stations, “SEEK” appears on the display. When a station is received, searching stops.

To stop searching before a station is received,

press the same button you have pressed for searching.

Searching a station manually: Manual search

Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM.)

FM1 FM2 FM3 AM

(F1) (F2) (F3) (AM)

Note:

This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2, FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to an FM broadcast.

Press and hold ¢ or 4 until “MANU (manual)” starts flashing on the display.

Start searching a station.

Press ¢ to search stations of higher frequencies.

Press 4 to search stations of lower frequencies.

Selected band appears.

Tune in to a station you want while “MANU” is flashing.

Press ¢ to tune in to stations of higher frequencies.

Press 4 to tune in to stations of lower frequencies.

• If you release your finger from the button, the manual mode will automatically turn off after 5 seconds.

• If you hold down the button, the frequency keeps changing (in 200 kHz intervals for FM and 10 kHz for AM) until you release the button.

When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive:

1 Press MODE to enter the functions

mode while listening to an FM stereo broadcast. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons.

2 Press MO (monaural), while

“MODE” is still on the display, so that the MO indicator lights up on the display. Then, each time you press MO (monaural), the MO indicator lights up and goes off alternately.

Lights up when receiving an FM broadcast in stereo.

Storing stations in memory

You can use one of the following two methods to store broadcasting stations in memory.

• Automatic preset of FM stations: SSM (Strongstation Sequential Memory)

• Manual preset of both FM and AM stations

FM station automatic preset: SSM

Y ou can preset 6 local FM stations in each FM band (FM1, FM2 and FM3).

Select the FM band (FM1 – 3) you want to store FM stations into.

Each time you press the button, the band changes as follows:

FM1 FM2 FM3 AM

(F1) (F2) (F3)

Press and hold both buttons for more than 2 seconds.

“SSM” appears, then disappears when automatic preset is over.

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When the MO indicator is lit on the display, the sound you hear becomes monaural but the reception will be improved (the ST indicator goes off).

Local FM stations with the strongest signals are searched and stored automatically in the band number you have selected (FM1, FM2 or FM3). These stations are preset in the number buttons — No.1 (lowest frequency) to No.6 (highest frequency). When automatic preset is over, the station stored in number button 1 will be automatically tuned in.

Manual preset

Y ou can preset up to 6 stations in each band (FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM) manually.

Ex.: Stor ing an FM station of 88.3 MHz into the

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preset number 1 of the FM1 band

Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM) you want to store stations into (in this example, FM1).

Each time you press the button, the band changes as follows:

FM1 FM2 FM3 AM

(F1)

Tune in to a station of 88.3 MHz.

Press ¢ to tune in to stations of higher frequencies.

Press 4 to tune in to stations of lower frequencies.

Repeat the above procedure to store other stations into other preset numbers.

Notes:

• A previously preset station is erased when a ne w station is stored in the same preset number.

• Preset stations are erased when the power supply to the memory circuit is interrupted (for example, during battery replacement). If this occurs, pr eset the stations again.

Tuning in to a preset station

You can easily tune in to a preset station. Remember that you must store stations first. If y ou have not stored them yet, see “Storing stations in memory” on pages 9 and 10.

Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM).

FM1 FM2 FM3 AM

(F1) (F2) (F3) (AM)

Press and hold the number button (in this example, 1) for more than 2 seconds.

Selected band/preset number and “MEMO” (memory) appear alternately for a while.

Select the number (1 – 6) for the preset station you want.

Note:

You can also use the 5 (up) or ∞ (down) buttons on the unit to select the next or previous preset stations. Each time you press the 5 (up) or ∞ (down) buttons, the next or previous preset station is tuned in.

CD OPERATIONS

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Playing a CD

Open the control panel.

Note:

When an external component is connected to the MP3 INPUT jack on the control panel, be careful of handling a CD.

Insert a disc into the loading slot.

Close the control panel by hand.

The unit turns on, draws the disc and starts playback automatically.

The CD–in indicator lights up.

Elapsed playing time

Notes:

• When a disc is in the loading slot, selecting “CD” as the source starts CD play.

• When a disc is inserted upside down, the disc automatically ejects (if the control panel is open). If the control panel is closed, “PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear alternately.

• When you open the control panel by pressing 0, the CD automatically ejects.

Current track

Changes to the clock time when “CLOCK” is set to “ON” (see page 19).

To stop play and eject the disc

Press 0. CD play stops, the control panel opens, then the CD automatically ejects from the loading slot. If you change the source, the CD play also stops (without ejecting the CD this time).

Notes:

• If the ejected disc is not removed within 15 seconds, the disc is automatically inserted again into the loading slot to protect it from dust. (CD play will not start this time.)

• You can eject the CD even when the unit is turned off.

Total playing time of the inserted disc

T otal track number of the inserted disc

Locating a track or particular portion on a disc

To fast-forward or reverse the track

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To go to the next track or the previous tracks

To go to a particular track directly

Press the number button corresponding to the track number to start its playback.

• To select a track number from 1 – 6: Press 1 (7) – 6 (12) briefly.

• To select a track number from 7 – 12: Press and hold 1 (7) – 6 (12) for more than 1 second.

Press and hold ¢ while playing a disc, to fast-forward the track.

Press and hold 4 while playing a disc, to reverse the track.

Press ¢ briefly while playing a disc, to go ahead to the beginning of the next track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning of the next tracks is located and played back.

Press 4 briefly while playing a disc, to go back to the beginning of the current track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning of the previous tracks is located and played back.

Selecting CD playback modes

To play back tracks at random (Random Play)

Y ou can play back all tracks on the disc at random.

1 Press MODE to enter the functions

mode while playing a disc. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons.

2 Press RND (random), while

“MODE” is still on the display, so that the RND indicator lights up on the display. Then, each time you press RND (random), the random play mode turns on and off alternately.

RND indicator

When the random mode is turned on, the RND indicator lights up on the display and a track randomly selected starts playing.

To play back tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play)

Y ou can play back the current track repeatedly.

1 Press MODE to enter the functions

mode while playing a disc. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons.

2 Press RPT (repeat), while “MODE”

is still on the display, so that the RPT indicator lights up on the display. Then, each time you press RPT (repeat), the repeat play mode turns on and off alternately.

Track number of the currently playing track

RPT indicator

When the repeat mode is turned on, the RPT indicator lights up on the display.

To play back only intros (Intro Scan)

You can play back the first 15 seconds of each track sequentially.

1 Press MODE to enter the functions

mode while playing a disc. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons.

2 Press INT (intro), while “MODE” is

still on the display. Each time you press INT (intro) while playing a disc, the intro scan mode turns on and off alternately.

Track number of the currently playing track

When the intro scan mode is turned on, “INT” appears on the display for 5 seconds and the track number flashes.

Prohibiting CD ejection

You can prohibit CD ejection and can lock a disc in the loading slot.

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While pressing CD, press and hold

for more than 2 seconds.

“NO EJECT” flashes on the display for about 5 seconds, and the disc is locked and cannot be ejected.

To cancel the prohibition and unlock the disc,

press again for more than 2 seconds, while pressing CD.

“EJECT OK” flashes on the display for about 5 seconds, and the disc is unlocked.

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS

Adjusting the sound

You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference.

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Select the item you want to adjust.

Each time you press the button, the adjustable items change as follows:

BAS

(bass)

VOL

(volume)

Indication To do: Range

BAS Adjust the bass. –06 (min.)

TRE Adjust the treble. –06 (min.)

FAD* Adjust the front R06 (Rear only)

BAL Adjust the left L06 (Left only)

LOUD Boost low and high

WOOFER**

VOL Adjust the volume. 00 (min.)

TRE

(treble)

(only for KD-SX8250)

and rear speaker | balance. F06 (Front only)

and right speaker | balance. R06 (Right only)

frequencies to produce a wellbalanced sound at low volume level.

Adjust the 00 (min.) subwoofer output | level. 08 (max.)

(fader)

WOOFER

FAD

| +06 (max.)

LOUD ON | LOUD OFF

| 50 (max.)

(balance)

LOUD

(loudness)

BAL

Adjust the level.

To increase the level.

T o decrease the level.

Equalization pattern changes as you adjust the bass or treble.

Note:

Normally the control dial works for volume adjustment. So you do not have to select “VOL” to adjust the volume level.

* If you are using a two-speaker system, set the

fader level to “00.”

** Only for KD-SX8250.

Selecting preset sound modes (C-EQ: custom equalizer)

You can select a preset sound mode (C-EQ: Custom Equalizer) suitable to the music genre.

Press EQ.

The last selected sound mode is recalled and applied to the current sound.

Sound mode indicator flashes

Ex.: If you have selected “USER” previously

Select the sound mode you want.

Each time you press the button, the sound modes change as follows:

USER ROCK CLASSIC

JAZZ POPS

HIP HOP

Indication For: Preset values

BAS TRE LOUD USER (Flat sound) 00 00 OFF ROCK Rock or +03 +01 ON

disco music

CLASSIC Classical +01 –02 OFF

music POPS Light music +04 +01 OFF HIP HOP Funk or Rap +02 00 ON

music JAZZ Jazz music +02 +03 OFF

Notes:

• You can adjust each sound mode to your preference,

and store it in memory. If you want to adjust and store your original sound mode, see “Storing your own sound adjustments” on page 16.

• To adjust the bass and treble reinforcement levels or

to turn on/off the loudness function temporarily, see page 14. (Your adjustments will be canceled if another source is selected.)

To store a sound mode separately for each playback source (C-EQ Link)

You can select a sound mode and store it in memory. It will be recalled every time you select the same source and will be shown on the display. A sound mode can be stored for each of the following sources — FM1, FM2, FM3, AM, CD and external components.

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Sound mode indicator flashes.

Ex.: When you select “ROCK”

1 Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2

seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display.

2 Press ¢ or 4 to select “CEQ LINK

(custom equalizer link).”

3 Turn the control dial clockwise to select “LINK

ON.”

4 Press SEL (select) to finish the setting.

To cancel C-EQ Link, repeat the same

procedure and select “LINK OFF” in step 3.

Note:

When you change the “CEQ LINK” setting, sound mode (C-EQ) is automatically reset to “USER.”

• When “CEQ LINK” is set to “LINK ON,”

The selected sound mode can be stored in memory for the current source. Each time you change to the same source, the same sound mode is also recalled and shown

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on the display. The C-EQ indicator also flashes.

• When “CEQ LINK” is set to “LINK OFF”

The selected sound mode effect applies to any source.

Storing your own sound adjustments

Adjust the level.

To increase the level.

T o decrease the level.

Equalization pattern changes as you adjust the bass or treble.

Y ou can adjust the sound modes to your preference and store your own adjustments in memory.

• There is a time limit in doing the following procedure. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.

Call up the sound mode you want to adjust.

The last selected sound mode is recalled and applied to the current sound.

Sound mode indicator flashes

Ex.: If you have selected “ROCK” previously

Select the item you want to adjust.

• See page 14 for details.

Ex.: When you adjust “TRE”

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other items.

Repeat the same procedure to store other sound modes.

To reset to the factory settings, repeat the

same procedure and reassign the preset values listed in the table on page 15.

OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS

Setting the clock

Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. (See page 18.)

Set the hour.

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

the display.

2 Adjust the hour.

Set the minute.

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

To check the current clock time while the unit is turned off, press DISP (display).

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

To check other information during play, press DISP (display). Each time you press the button, the other information (either the clock or the source name) will be shown on the lower part of the display for a while.

Changing the general settings (PSM)

You can change the items listed on the next page by using the PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) control.

Basic Procedure

Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. (See page 18.)

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Finish the setting.

Select the PSM item you want to adjust. (See page 18.)

Adjust the PSM item selected.

CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other PSM items if necessary.

Finish the setting.

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Preferred Setting Mode (PSM) items

CLOCK H Hour adjustment CLOCK M Minute adjustment CEQ LINK Custom equalizer link CLOCK Clock display LEVEL Level display

DIMMER* Dimmer mode

BEEP Key-touch tone EXT IN** External component AUX ADJ*** Auxiliary input level

• Press SEL (select) to finish the setting.

* Only for KD-SX8250. ** Displayed only when one of the following sources is selected – FM, AM and CD. *** Displayed only when “AUX IN” is selected as the source.

Set.

Counter-

Select.Hold.

clockwise

Back Advance

LINK OFF

OFF

AUDIO 1

AUTO

A ADJ 00 – A ADJ 05

Clockwise

AdvanceBack

LINK ON 15, 19LINK OFF

ON 19ON

AUDIO 2

OFF

ONOFF ON 19

Factory-preset

settings

1:00 17

AUDIO 2

AUTO

CHANGERLINE INCHANGER

A ADJ 00

See

page

19 19

To set Custom Equalizer Link – CEQ LINK

A different sound mode (C-EQ) can be stored in memory for each source so that you can change the sound modes simply by changing the sources. When shipped from the factory, this mode is deactivated.

• LINK ON: Different sound modes for different

• LINK OFF: One sound mode for all sources.

sources.

To set the clock display – CLOCK

You can set the clock to be shown on the display when the unit is turned on. When shipped from the factory, the clock is set to be shown on the display.

• ON: Clock display is turned on.

• OFF: Clock display is turned off. When “OFF” is selected, the current source name or station band appears instead of the clock when

“LINE IN” is selected as the

source)

display (except

To select the level meter – LEVEL

Y ou can select the level display according to your preference. When shipped from the factory, “AUDIO 2” is selected.

• AUDIO 1: Level meter illuminates from bottom

• AUDIO 2: Alternates level meter (moves from

• OFF: Erases the audio level indicator.

to top.

bottom to top) and illumination display.

To select the dimmer mode – DIMMER

(only for KD-SX8250)

When you turn on the car head lights, the display automatically dims (Auto Dimmer). When shipped from the factory, Auto Dimmer mode is activated.

• AUTO: Activates Auto Dimmer.

• OFF: Cancels Auto Dimmer.

• ON: Always dims the display.

Note:

Auto Dimmer equipped with this unit may not work correctly on some vehicles, particularly on those having a control dial for dimming. In this case, set the dimmer mode to “ON” or “OFF.”

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To turn on/off the key-touch tone – BEEP

You can deactivate the key-touch tone if you do not want it to beep each time you press a button. When shipped from the factory, the key-touch tone is activated.

• ON: Activates the key-touch tone.

• OFF: Deactivates the key-touch tone.

To select the external component to use – EXT IN

Y ou can connect the external component to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 (not supplied). To use the external component as the playback source through this unit, you need to select which component – CD changer or external component – to use. When shipped from the factory, CD changer is selected as the external component.

• LINE IN: T o use the external component other than CD changer.

• CHANGER: To use the CD changer.

Note:

For connecting the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 and the external component, refer to the Installation/Connection Manual (separate volume).

To adjust the auxiliary input level – AUX ADJ

Adjust the auxiliary input level properly when an external component is connected to the MP3 INPUT jack. When shipped from the factory, the auxiliary input level is set at level “00.” If the input level of the connected component is not high enough, increase the input level properly. Without adjusting the line input level, you may be surprised at a loud sound when you change the source from the external component to another source.

Detaching the control panel

You can detach the control panel when leaving the car. When detaching or attaching the control panel,

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be careful not to damage the connectors on the back of the control panel and on the panel holder.

Detaching the control panel

Before detaching the control panel, be sure to turn off the power.

Unlock the control panel.

Pull the control panel out of the unit.

Attaching the control panel

Insert the right side of the control panel into the groove on the panel holder.

Press the left side of the control panel to fix it to the panel holder.

Note on cleaning the connectors:

If you frequently detach the control panel, the connectors will deteriorate. T o minimize this possibility , periodically wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened with alcohol, being careful not to damage the connectors.

Put the detached control panel into the provided case.

Connectors

CD CHANGER OPERATIONS

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We recommend that you use one of the CH-X series with your unit. If you have another CD automatic changer, consult your JVC car audio dealer for connections.

• For example, if your CD automatic changer is one of the KD-MK series, you need a cord (KS-U15K) for connecting it to this unit.

Before operating your CD automatic changer:

• Refer also to the Instructions supplied with your CD changer.

• If no discs are in the magazine of the CD changer or the discs are inserted upside down, “NO DISC” will appear on the display. If this happens, remove the magazine and set the discs correctly.

• If “RESET 1” – “RESET 8” appears on the display, something is wrong with the connection between this unit and the CD changer. If this happens, check the connection and make sure the cords are connected firmly. Then, press the reset button of the CD changer.

Playing CDs

Select the CD automatic changer (CD-CH).

* If you have changed the “EXT IN” setting to

“LINE IN” (see page 19), you cannot select the CD changer.

Playback starts from the first track of the first disc. All tracks of all discs are played back.

Elapsed playing time

* When “CLOCK” is set to “ON” (see page 19),

disc number will soon change to clock time.

Note on One-Touch Operation:

When you press CD CD-CH, the power automatically turns on. You do not have to press to turn on the power.

CD-CH

Track number

Disc number*

To fast-forward or reverse the track

Press and hold ¢ , while playing a CD , to fast-forward the track.

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Press and hold 4 , while playing a CD, to reverse the track.

To go to the next track or the previous tracks

Press ¢ briefly, while playing a CD, to go ahead to the beginning of the next track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning of the next tracks is located and played back.

Press 4 briefly, while playing a CD, to go back to the beginning of the current track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning of the previous tracks is located and played back.

To go to the next discs or the previous discs

Press 5, while playing a disc, to go to the next disc. Each time you press the button consecutively, the first track of the next disc is located and played back.

Press ∞, while playing a disc, to go to the previous disc. Each time you press the button consecutively, the first track of the previous disc is located and played back.

To go to a particular disc directly

Press the number button corresponding to the disc number to start its playback (while the CD changer is playing).

• To select a disc number from 1 – 6: Press 1 (7) – 6 (12) briefly.

• To select a disc number from 7 – 12: Press and hold 1 (7) – 6 (12) for more than 1

second.

Elapsed playing time

Track number

Disc number*

* When “CLOCK” is set to “ON” (see page 19),

disc number will soon change to clock time.

Selecting CD playback modes

To play back tracks at random (Random Play)

1 Press MODE to enter the functions

mode while playing a disc. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons.

2 Press RND (random), while “MODE”

is still on the display, so that the RND indicator lights up on the display. Then, each time you press RND (random), the random play mode changes as follows:

RND1

Canceled

Mode

RND1 Lights All tracks of the current

(random1) disc, then the tracks of

RND2 Flashes All tracks of all discs

(random2) inserted in the magazine.

RND Indicator

To play back tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play)

1 Press MODE to enter the functions

mode while playing a disc. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons.

RND2

Plays at random

the next disc and so on.

To play back only intros (Intro Scan)

You can play back the first 15 seconds of each track sequentially.

1 Press MODE to enter the functions

mode while playing a disc. “MODE” appears on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons.

2 Press INT (intro), while “MODE” is

still on the display. Then, each time you press INT (intro) while playing a disc, the intro scan mode changes as follows:

INT1 INT2

Canceled

Mode

INT1 Track Of all tracks on

INT2 Disc Of the first track

Indication

number all inserted discs. flashes

number on each inserted flashes disc.

Plays the first 15 seconds

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2 Press RPT (repeat), while “MODE” is

still on the display, so that the RPT indicator lights up on the display. Then, each time you press RPT (repeat), the repeat play mode changes as follows:

RPT1 RPT2

Canceled

Mode

RPT1 Lights The current track

RPT2 Flashes All tracks of the current

(repeat2) disc (or specified disc).

RPT Indicator

Plays repeatedly

(or specified track).

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EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS

Portable MP3 player, etc.

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MP3 INPUT*

* Not compatible with digital signals.

Playing external components

You can connect two external components to this unit. Connect one to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 (not supplied), and the other to the MP3 INPUT jack on the control panel.

Preparations:

• For connecting the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 and the external component, refer to the Installation/ Connection Manual (separate volume).

• Before operating the external component using the following procedure, select the external input correctly. (See “To select the external component to use – EXT IN” on page 19.)

Select the external component (LINE IN or AUX IN).

To select “LINE IN” (component connected to the CD changer jack on the rear), press CD CD-CH repeatedly.

LINE IN

To select “AUX IN” (component connected to the MP3 INPUT jack on the control panel), press and hold CD CD-CH.

Turn on the connected component and start playing the source.

Adjust the volume.

Adjust the sound characteristics you want. (See pages 14 – 16.)

• If “LINE IN” does not appear on the display, see page 19 and select the external input (“LINE IN”).

• Displayed only when one of the following sources is selected – FM, AM and CD.

Note on One-Touch Operation:

When you press CD CD-CH, the power automatically comes on. You do not have to press to turn on the power.

TROUBLESHOOTING

What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center.

Symptoms

• CD cannot be played back.

• Sound is sometimes interrupted.

• CD-R/CD-RW cannot be

played back.

• Tracks on the CD-R/CD-RW cannot be skipped.

• Sound cannot be heard from the speakers.

General Playback

• “NO DISC” appears on the display .

• Disc cannot be ejected.

• This unit does not work at all.

Causes

Disc is inserted upside down. You are driving on rough

roads. Disc is scratched. Connections are incorrect.

CD-R/CD-RW is not finalized.

The volume level is set to the minimum level.

Connections are incorrect.

No disc in the loading slot. Disc is inserted incorrectly. Disc is locked. The built-in microcomputer

may function incorrectly due to noise, etc.

Insert the disc correctly. Stop playback while driving on

rough roads. Change the disc. Check the cords and

connections.

• Insert a finalized CD-R/CD-RW.

• Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW with the component which you used for recording.

Adjust it to the optimum level.

Check the cords and connections.

Insert a disc into the loading slot. Insert the disc correctly. Unlock the disc (See page 13.) Press the reset button on the

panel holder using a ball-point pen after detaching the control panel. (The clock setting and preset stations stored in memory are erased.) (See page 2.)

Remedies

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• SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory) automatic preset does not work.

FM/AM

• Static noise while listening to the radio.

• “NO DISC” appears on the display .

• “RESET 8” appears on the display .

CD Changer

• “RESET 1” – “RESET 7” appears on the display.

Signals are too weak.

The antenna is not connected firmly.

No disc in the magazine.

This unit is not connected to a CD changer correctly.

Store stations manually.

Connect the antenna firmly.

Insert a disc.

Connect this unit and the CD changer correctly and press the reset button of the CD changer.

Press the reset button of the CD changer.

MAINTENANCE

Handling discs

This unit has been designed to reproduce CDs and CD-Rs.

• You can play back your original CD-Rs

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(Recordable) and CD-RWs (Rewritable) on this receiver.

• This unit is not compatible with MP3.

How to handle discs

When removing a disc from its case, press

down the center holder of the case and lift the disc out, holding it by the edges.

• Always hold the disc by the edges. Do not touch its recording surface.

When storing a disc into its case, gently insert the disc around the center holder (with the printed surface facing up).

• Make sure to store discs into the cases after use.

To keep discs clean

A dirty disc may not play correctly. If a disc does become dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth in a straight line from center to edge.

Center holder

Moisture condensation

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

• After starting the heater in the car.

• If it becomes very humid inside the car. Should this occur, the unit may malfunction. In this case, eject the disc and leave the unit turned on for a few hours until the moisture evaporates.

When playing a CD-R or CD-RW

User-edited CD-Rs (Recordable) and CD-RWs (Rewritable), can be played back only if they are already “finalized.”

• You can play back your original CD-Rs or

CD-RWs recorded in music CD format. (However, they may not be played back depending on their characteristics or recording conditions.)

• Before playing back CD-Rs or CD-RWs, read their instructions or cautions carefully.

• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs may not be played back on this unit because of their disc characteristics, damage or stain on them, or if the player’s lens is dirty.

• CD-Rs or CD-RWs are susceptible to high temperatures or high humidity; so do not leave them inside your car.

• CD-RWs may require a longer readout time. (This is caused by the fact that the reflectance of CD-RWs is lower than for regular CDs.)

To play new discs

New discs may have some rough spots around the inner and outer edges. If such a disc is used, this unit may reject the disc. To remove these rough spots, rub the edges with a pencil or ball-point pen, etc.

About mistracking:

Mistracking may result from driving on extremely rough roads. This does not damage the unit and the disc, but will be annoying. We recommend that you stop disc playback while driving on such rough roads.

CAUTIONS:

• Do not insert 8 cm (3 3/16") discs (single CDs) into the loading slot. (Such discs cannot be ejected.)

• Do not insert any disc of unusual shape — like a heart or flower; otherwise, it will cause a malfunction.

• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or any heat source or place them in a place subject to high temperature and humidity. Do not leave them in a car.

• Do not use any solvent (for example , conventional record cleaner, spray, thinner, benzine, etc.) to clean discs.

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION

Maximum Power Output:

Front: 50 W per channel Rear: 50 W per channel

Continuous Power Output (RMS):

Front: 19 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to

20 000 Hz at no more than

0.8 % total harmonic distortion.

Rear: 19 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to

20 000 Hz at no more than

0.8 % total harmonic distortion. Load Impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowance) Tone Control Range:

Bass: ±10 dB at 100 Hz

Treble: ±10 dB at 10 kHz Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB Line-In Level/Impedance:

MP3 INPUT :3.5 mm dia. stereo mini jack

(analog)

Line-Out Level/Impedance:

For KD-SX8250: 4.0 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)

For KD-SX780: 2.0 V/20 kΩ load (full scale) Output Impedance: 1 kΩ

TUNER SECTION

Frequency Range:

FM: 87.5 MHz to 107.9 MHz

AM: 530 kHz to 1 710 kHz

CD PLAYER SECTION

Type: Compact disc player Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical

pickup (semiconductor laser) Number of channels: 2 channels (stereo) Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 20 000 Hz Dynamic Range: 96 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 98 dB Wow and flutter: Less than measurable limit

GENERAL

Power Requirement:

Operating Voltage: DC 14.4 V

(11 V to 16 V allowance) Grounding System: Negative ground Allowable Operating T emperature:

0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F) Dimensions (W x H x D):

Installation Size:

182 mm x 52 mm x 150 mm

(7-3/16" x 2-1/16" x 5-15/16")

Panel Size: 188 mm x 58 mm x 14 mm

(7-7/16" x 2-5/16" x 5/8") Mass: 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs) (excluding accessories)

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

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[FM Tuner]

Usable Sensitivity: 11.3 dBf (1.0 µV/75 Ω) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity:

16.3 dBf (1.8 µV/75 Ω)

Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz):

65 dB Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 15 000 Hz Stereo Separation: 35 dB Capture Ratio: 1.5 dB

[AM Tuner]

Sensitivity: 20 µV Selectivity: 35 dB

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JVC KD-SX8250, KD-SX780 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CD RECEIVER KD-SX8250/KD-SX780

How to reset your unit

CONTENTS

How to use the number buttons:

Control panel

LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS

Preparing the remote controller

Remote controller

BASIC OPERATIONS

Turning on the power

RADIO BASIC OPERATIONS

Listening to the radio

Storing stations in memory

Tuning in to a preset station

CD OPERATIONS

Playing a CD

Locating a track or particular portion on a disc

Selecting CD playback modes

Prohibiting CD ejection

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS

Adjusting the sound

Selecting preset sound modes (C-EQ: custom equalizer)

Storing your own sound adjustments

OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS

Setting the clock

Changing the general settings (PSM)

Detaching the control panel

CD CHANGER OPERATIONS

Playing CDs

Selecting CD playback modes

EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS

Playing external components

TROUBLESHOOTING

MAINTENANCE

Handling discs

SPECIFICATIONS