CASSETTE RECEIVER
KS-F184
For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual.
INSTRUCTIONS
GET0308-001A
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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
LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS ............ 3
Control panel ............................................. 3
BASIC OPERATIONS ....................... 4
Turning on the power ................................ 4
Setting the clock ........................................ 5
RADIO OPERATIONS ...................... 6
Listening to the radio ................................. 6
Storing stations in memory ....................... 7
Tuning in to a preset station ...................... 8
Storing your favorite station in to the
one-touch operation button
(EX—extra) ............................................. 8
TAPE OPERATIONS ........................ 9
Listening to a cassette .............................. 9
SOUND ADJUSTMENTS ................... 10
Adjusting the sound .................................. 10
Turning on/off the super bass function ...... 10
Selecting preset sound modes .................. 11
Storing your own sound adjustments ........ 11
DETACHING THE C0NTROL PANEL ...... 12
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 13
MAINTENANCE ............................. 14
SPECIFICATIONS........................... 15
How to reset your unit
While holding SEL (select), press (standby/on/attenuator) button for more than 2 seconds.
This will reset the built-in microcomputer.
(standby/on/attenuator)
SEL (select)
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.
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Control panel
Display window
LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS
1 (standby/on/attenuator) button
2 S BASS (super bass) button
3 0 (eject) button
4 Display window
5 Cassette compartment
6 1/¡ PROG (program) button
7 SCM (sound control memory) button
8 FM AM button
9 +/– buttons
p SEL (select) button
q Number buttons
w MO (monaural) button
• Also functions as SSM buttons when pressed
together with DISP (display) button.
e DISP (display) button
• Also functions as SSM buttons when pressed
together with MO (monaural) button.
r / buttons
t (control panel release) button
y EX (extra) button
Display window
u FM band indicators
FM1, FM2, FM3
i AM band indicator
o Sound mode indicators
BEAT, SOFT, POP
; Tuner reception indicators
MO (monaural), ST (stereo)
a S.BASS (super bass) indicator
s Main display
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BASIC OPERATIONS
1
3
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 6 – 8.
To operate the EX (extra) button,
see page 8.
To play a tape,
see page 9.
2
3
Adjust the volume.
To increase the volume
To decrease the volume
Volume level appears.
4
Adjust the sound as you want.
(See pages 10 and 11.)
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.
To turn off the power
Press and hold for more than one
second.
“SEE YOU” appears, then the unit turns off.
4
Setting the clock
1
Press and hold SEL (select) for more
than 2 seconds.
“CLOCK H” or “CLOCK M”
appears on the display.
2
Set the hour.
1 Select “CLOCK H” (hour) if not shown on
the display.
2 Adjust the hour.
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3
Set the minute.
1 Select “CLOCK M” (minute).
2 Adjust the minute.
12
4
Finish the setting.
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:
• During tape operation:
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RADIO OPERATIONS
Listening to the radio
You can use either automatic searching or manual
searching to tune in to a particular station.
Note:
When a cassette is in the cassette compartment, you
cannot select the tuner. Be sure to eject the cassette
from the cassette compartment to listen to the radio.
Searching for a station automatically:
Auto search
1
Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM).
Selected band appears.
Lights up when receiving an FM stereo
broadcast with sufficient signal strength.
Note:
This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2,
FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to
an FM broadcast.
2
Start searching for a station.
To search for stations of
higher frequencies
To search for stations of lower frequencies
When a station is received, searching stops.
To stop searching before a station is
received, press the same button you have
pressed for searching.
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Searching for a station manually:
Manual search
1
Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM).
Note:
This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2,
FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to
an FM broadcast.
2
Press and hold or until
“M” (manual) starts flashing on the
display.
3
Tune in to a station you want while
“M” (manual) is still flashing.
To tune in to stations of
higher frequencies
To tune in to stations of lower frequencies
• If you release your finger from the button,
the manual mode will automatically turns
off after 5 seconds.
• If you hold down the button, the frequency
keeps changing (in 50 kHz intervals for
FM and 9 kHz intervals for AM) until you
release the button.
When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to
receive:
Press MO (monaural), while
listening to an FM stereo broadcast.
Each time you press the button, the
MO indicator lights up and goes off
alternately.
MO (monaural) indicator
When the MO indicator is lit on the display, the
sound you hear becomes monaural but the
reception will be improved.
To restore the stereo effect, press the same
button again.
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
You can preset 6 local FM stations in each FM
band (FM1, FM2, and FM3).
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
You can preset up to 6 stations in each band
(FM1, FM2, FM3, and AM) manually.
Ex.: Storing FM station of 92.5 MHz into the
preset number 1 of the FM1 band.
1
Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM) you
want to store stations into (in this
example, FM1).
2
Tune in to a station (in this example,
of 92.5 MHz).
To tune in to stations of
higher frequencies
1
Select the FM band (FM1 – 3) you
want to store FM stations into.
2
Press and hold both buttons for
more than 2 seconds.
“SSM” appears, then disappears when
automatic preset is over.
To tune in to stations of lower frequencies
3
Press and hold the number button
(in this example, 1) for more than
2 seconds.
Preset number flashes for a while.
CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE
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4
Repeat the above procedure to store
other stations into other preset
numbers.
Notes:
• A previously preset station is erased when a new
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, preset
the stations again.
Tuning in to a preset station
1
Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM) you
want to store stations into (in this
example, FM1).
2
Tune in to a station (in this example,
of 92.5 MHz).
You can easily tune in to a preset station.
Remember that you must store stations first. If
you have not stored them yet, see “Storing
stations in memory” on pages 7 and 8.
1
Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM).
2
Select the number (1 – 6) for the
preset station you want.
Storing your favorite station in
to the one-touch operation
button (EX—extra)
You can preset an FM or AM station (such as
your favorite station or traffic announcement
station); and recall it by one touch operation even
if the unit is turned off.
Ex.: Storing an FM station of 92.5 MHz in to the
one-touch operation button (EX).
3
Press and hold the button for more
than 2 seconds.
“P0” flashes on the display, showing that the
station has been preset.
Notes:
• A previously preset station is erased when a new
station is stored in the EX button.
• The preset station is erased when the power supply
to the memory circuit is interrupted (for example,
during battery replacement). If this occurs, preset
the station again.
To tune into the favorite station
The unit automatically turns on
(if it has been off).
Your favorite station is tuned
in—except when the tape is
playing.
• If you press the button again,
the last received station will be
tuned in.
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TAPE OPERATIONS
Listening to a cassette
You can play back type I (normal) tapes.
1
Turn on the power.
Note on One-Touch Operation:
When a cassette is already in the cassette
compartment, tape play starts automatically.
However, it is not recommended to leave the
cassette in the compartment when turning off the
power. It may damage the tape head and the
cassette.
2
Insert a cassette into the cassette
compartment.
When one side of the tape
reaches its end during
play, the other side of the
tape automatically starts
playing. (Auto Reverse)
3
Select the tape direction.
Press both buttons at the
same time.
Each time you press both
buttons, the tape direction
changes alternately—
forward ( ) and
reverse ( ).
To stop play and eject the cassette
Press 0.
Tape play stops, the cassette automatically
ejects from the cassette compartment. The
source changes to the previously selected one.
• You cannot change the source if the cassette is
still in the cassette compartment.
To change the source, you must eject the
cassette first.
• You can also eject the cassette by pressing 0
while the unit is turned off.
To fast wind a tape
Press in ¡ or 1.
The tape will be wound in the direction of the
arrows ( or ).
Tape direction
To restart playback, lightly press the other
button which is not pressed in (1 or ¡).
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SOUND ADJUSTMENTS
Adjusting the sound
You can adjust the sound characteristics to your
preference.
1
Select the item you want to adjust.
Each time you press the
button, the adjustable
items change as follows:
Indication To do: Range
BAS Adjust the bass. –6 (min.)
(Bass) |
+6 (max.)
TRE Adjust the treble. –6 (min.)
(Treble) |
1
FAD*
(Fader) and rear speaker |
BAL Adjust the left L6 (Left only)
(Balance) and right speaker |
VOL*
(Volume) |
Adjust the front R6 (Rear only)
balance. F6 (Front only)
balance. R6 (Right only)
2
Adjust the volume. 00 (min.)
+6 (max.)
50 (max.)
2
Adjust the level.
To increase the level
To decrease the level
Ex.: When you select “TRE” (treble)
3
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to adjust the
other items.
Turning on/off the super bass
function
The super bass function allows you to maintain
the richness and fullness of the bass sound
regardless of how low you set the volume.
Each time you press the
button, the function turns on
and off alternately.
S.BASS indicator
*1If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader
level to “00.”
*2Normally, the + and – buttons work as the volume
control buttons. So you do not have to select “VOL”
to adjust the volume level.
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Selecting preset sound modes
You can select a preset sound adjustment
suitable to the music genre.
Select the sound mode you want.
Each time you press the button,
the sound mode changes as
follows:
1
Call up the sound mode you want to
adjust.
• See on the left column for
details.
2
To adjust the bass or treble level.
1 Select “BAS” (bass) or “TRE” (treble).
Ex.: When you select “BEAT”
Indication For: Preset values
BAS TRE S.BASS
SCM OFF (Flat sound) 00 00 OFF
BEAT Rock or +2 00 ON
disco music
SOFT Quiet +1 –3 OFF
background
music
POP Light music +4 +1 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”
below.
• To adjust the bass and treble reinforcement levels or
to turn on/off the super bass function, see page 10.
Storing your own sound
adjustments
You can adjust the sound modes (BEAT, SOFT,
POP) 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.
2 Adjust the level.
To turn on or off the super bass function.
• See page 10 for details.
3
Repeat step 2 to adjust the other
items.
4
Press and hold SCM until the sound
mode you have selected in step
flashes on the display.
Your adjustment made for
the selected sound mode is
stored in memory.
5
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 the left column.
1
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DETACHING THE C0NTROL PANEL
You can detach the control panel when leaving
the car.
When detaching or attaching the control panel,
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.
1
Unlock the control panel.
2
Lift and pull the control panel out of
the unit.
3
Put the detached control panel into
the provided case.
Attaching the control panel
1
Insert the left side of the control
panel into the groove on the panel
holder.
2
Press the right 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.
To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe the
connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened
with alcohol, being careful not to damage the
connectors.
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Connectors
TROUBLESHOOTING
What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service
center.
Symptoms
• Sound cannot be heard
from the speakers.
• This unit does not work at
General
all.
• SSM (Strong-station
Sequential Memory)
automatic preset does not
work.
FM/AM
• Static noise while listening
to the radio.
• A cassette tape cannot be
inserted.
• Cassette tapes become
hot.
• Tape sound is at very low
Tape Playback
level and sound quality is
degraded.
Causes
The volume level is set to the
minimum level.
Connections are incorrect.
The built-in microcomputer
may have functioned
incorrectly due to noise, etc.
Signals are too weak.
The antenna is not connected
firmly.
You have tried to insert a
cassette in the wrong way.
This is not a malfunction.
The tape head is dirty.
Remedies
Adjust it to the optimum level.
Check the cords and
connections.
While holding SEL, press
for more than 2
seconds to reset the unit. (Your
preset adjustments will also be
erased.) (See page 2.)
Store stations manually.
Connect the antenna firmly.
Insert the cassette with the
exposed tape facing right.
Clean it with a head cleaning
tape.
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MAINTENANCE
This unit requires very little attention, but you will
be able to extend the life of the unit if you follow
the instructions below.
To clean the head
• Clean the heads after every 10 hours of use
using a wet-type head cleaning tape (available
at an audio store).
When the head becomes dirty, you may realize
the following symptoms:
– Sound quality is reduced.
– Sound level decreases.
– Sound drops out.
• Do not play dirty or dusty tapes.
• Do not touch the highly-polished head with any
metallic or magnetic tools.
To keep the tape clean
• Always store the cassettes in their storage
cases after use.
• Do not store cassettes in the following places:
– Subject to direct sunlight
– With high humidity
– At extremely hot temperatures
CAUTION:
• Do not play the cassettes with peeling labels;
otherwise, they can damage the unit.
• Tighten tapes to remove slack since loose tape
may become entangled with the mechanism.
• Do not leave a cassette in the cassette
compartment after use, as the tape may become
slack.
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SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION
Maximum Power Output:
Front: 45 W per channel
Rear: 45 W per channel
Continuous Power Output (RMS):
Front: 17 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz
to 20 000 Hz at no more than
0.8% total harmonic distortion.
Rear: 17 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-Out Level/Impedance:
1.0 V/20 kΩ load (250 nWb/m)
TUNER SECTION
Frequency Range:
FM: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz
AM: 531 kHz to 1 602 kHz
[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: 2.0 dB
CASSETTE DECK SECTION
Wow & Flutter: 0.15% (WRMS)
Fast-Wind Time: 190 sec. (C-60)
Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 14 000 Hz
(Normal tape)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 52 dB
Stereo Separation: 40 dB
GENERAL
Power Requirement:
Operating Voltage: DC 14.4 V
(11 V to 16 V allowance)
Grounding System: Negative ground
Allowable Operating Temperature: 0°C to +40°C
Dimensions (W × H × D):
Installation Size (approx.):
182 mm × 52 mm × 150 mm
Panel Size (approx.):
188 mm × 58 mm × 11 mm
Mass (approx.):
1.3 kg (excluding accessories)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
[AM Tuner]
Sensitivity: 20 µV
Selectivity: 35 dB
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Having TROUBLE with operation?
Please reset your unit
Refer to page of How to reset your unit
EN
© 2005 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
0105DTSMDTJEIN
KS-FX384/KS-F184
Installation/Connection Manual
GET0308-002A
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This unit is designed to operate on 12 V DC, NEGATIVE ground electrical systems. If your vehicle does not have this system, a voltage inverter is required, which can be purchased at
JVC car audio dealers.
0105DTSMDTJEIN
EN
Parts list for installation and connection
The following parts are provided for this unit.
After checking them, please set them correctly.
A / B
Hard case/Control panel
F
Washer (ø5)
G
Lock nut (M5)
C
Sleeve
H
Mounting bolt (M5 x 20 mm)
D
Trim plate
I
Rubber cushion
E
Power cord
J
Handles
INSTALLATION (IN-DASH MOUNTING)
The following illustration shows a typical installation. If you have any questions or require information regarding installation kits, consult your JVC car audio dealer or a company supplying kits.
• If you are not sure how to install this unit correctly, have it installed by a qualified technician.
Removing the unit
Before removing the unit, release the rear section.
*1When you stand the unit, be
careful not to damage the fuse
on the rear.
Do the required electrical connections.
Bend the appropriate tabs to hold
the sleeve firmly in place.
Insert the two handles, then pull them as illustrated so
that the unit can be removed.
When using the optional stay
Dashboard
Install the unit at an angle of less than 30˚.
Fire wall
Stay (option)
Screw (option)
When installing the unit without using the sleeve
In a Toyota for example, first remove the car radio and install the unit in its place.
Note : When installing the unit on the mounting bracket, make sure to use the 8 mm-long screws. If longer
TROUBLESHOOTING
• The fuse blows.
* Are the red and black leads connected correctly?
• Power cannot be turned on.
* Is the yellow lead connected?
• No sound from the speakers.
* Is the speaker output lead short-circuited?
• Sound is distorted.
* Is the speaker output lead grounded?
* Are the “–” terminals of L and R speakers grounded in common?
• Noise interfere with sounds.
* Is the rear ground terminal connected to the car’s chassis using shorter and thicker cords?
• Unit becomes hot.
* Is the speaker output lead grounded?
* Are the “–” terminals of L and R speakers grounded in common?
• This unit does not work at all.
* Have you reset your unit?
* Not included for this unit.
Flat type screws (M5 x 8 mm)*
Bracket*
Flat type screws (M5 x 8 mm)*
Pocket
Bracket*
screws are used, they could damage the unit.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
1
2
15
3
To prevent short circuits, we recommend that you disconnect the battery’s negative terminal and make all electrical connections before installing the unit.
• Be sure to ground this unit to the car’s chassis again after installation.
Notes:
• Replace the fuse with one of the specified rating. If the fuse blows frequently, consult your JVC car audio dealer.
• Maximum input of the speakers should be more than 45 W at the rear and 45 W at the front, with an impedance of 4 Ω to 8 Ω.
• To prevent short-circuit, cover the terminals of the UNUSED leads with insulating tape.
• The heat sink becomes very hot after use. Be careful not to touch it when removing this unit.
A
Typical Connections
Before connecting: Check the wiring in the vehicle carefully. Incorrect connection may cause serious damage to this unit.
The leads of the power cord and those of the connector from the car body may be different in color.
1
Connect the colored leads of the power cord in the order specified in the illustration below.
2
Connect the antenna cord.
3
Finally connect the wiring harness to the unit.
To CD Changer—only for KS-FX384 (see diagram )
Rear ground
terminal
15 A fuse
Heat sink
Antenna
terminal
*2Before checking the operation of this unit prior to
installation, this lead must be connected, otherwise
power cannot be turned on.
White with black
stripe
Line out (see diagram )
Gray with black stripeWhite
Black
2
Yellow*
Red
Blue with white stripe
*1Not included for this unit
To metallic body or chassis of the car
To a live terminal in the fuse block connecting to the car battery
(bypassing the ignition switch) (constant 12 V)
To an accessory terminal in the fuse block
To the remote lead of other equipment or
automatic antenna if any (200 mA max.)
Green with black stripeGray Green Purple with black stripe Purple
Left speaker (rear)Right speaker (front)Left speaker (front) Right speaker (rear)
Ignition switch
Fuse block
Connections Adding Other Equipment
B
Amplifier
You can connect an amplifier to upgrade your car stereo system.
• Connect the remote lead (blue with white stripe) to the remote lead of the other equipment so that it can be controlled through this unit.
• Disconnect the speakers from this unit, connect them to the amplifier. Leave the speaker leads of this unit unused.
Rear speakers
Y-connector (not supplied for this unit)
Signal cord (not supplied for this unit)
Front speakers
Remote lead
JVC Amplifier
Remote lead (Blue with white stripe)
To the remote lead of other equipment or
automatic antenna if any
CD Changer
Only for KS-FX384
Refer also to page 13 of the INSTRUCTIONS.
Connecting cord supplied for your CD changer
*3Firmly attach the ground wire to the metallic body or to
the chassis of the car—to the place not coated with
paint (if coated with paint, remove the paint before
attaching the wire). Failure to do so may cause
damage to the unit.
JVC CD changer
PRECAUTIONS on power supply and speaker connections:
• DO NOT connect the speaker leads of the power cord to the car battery; otherwise, the
unit will be seriously damaged.
• BEFORE connecting the speaker leads of the power cord to the speakers, check the speaker
wiring in your car.
CAUTION:
• Before connecting the CD changer, make sure that the
unit is turned off.
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