JVC KS-FX940, KS-FX840 User Manual

CASSETTE RECEIVER

CASSETTEN-RECEIVER
RADIOCASSETTE
RADIO/CASSETTESPELER

ENGLISH

DEUTSCH

KS-FX940R/KS-FX840R

KS-FX940R

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ATT

SEL

BAND
PROG

DISC

DISC

PRESET

KS-FX840R

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ATT

SEL

ATT

FUNC

For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual.
Angaben zu Einbau und Verkabelung entnehmen Sie bitte der gesonderten Anleitung.
Pour l’installation et les raccordements, se référer au manuel séparé.
Zie de afzonderlijke handleiding voor details aangaande het installeren en verbinden van het
toestel.

INSTRUCTIONS

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

DAB / CD CHANGER CONTROL AUDIO CRUISE

SOUND

DISP

MO/RND

RPT

LO

SSM

789

DAB / CD CHANGER CONTROL

SOUND

DISP

MO/RND

RPT

LO

SSM

789

10 11 12

10 11 12

KS-FX940R

TAPE

40Wx4

DAB

4V OUT

FM/AM

AUX

CD-CH

DOLBY B NR

TP

BBE

PTY

RDS

KS-FX840R

TAPE

DAB

40Wx4

FM/AM

AUX

CD-CH

DOLBY B NR

TP

LOUD

PTY

RDS

FRANÇAIS

NEDERLANDS

FSUN3072-311

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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

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BASIC OPERATIONS ....................................................4

RADIO BASIC OPERATIONS ......................................... 5

Listening to the radio .....................................................................5

Storing stations in memory............................................................ 6

FM station automatic preset: SSM ...............................................6

Manual preset.............................................................................. 7

Tuning into a preset station ........................................................... 8

RDS OPERATIONS....................................................... 9

What you can do with RDS EON..................................................9

Tracing the same programme automatically

(Network-Tracking Reception) ...............................................9

Using Standby Reception.......................................................... 11

Selecting Your Favorite Programme for PTY

Standby Reception.............................................................. 12

Searching Your Favorite Programme..........................................12

Other convenient RDS functions and adjustments.................... 15

Automatic selection of the station when

using the number buttons ....................................................15

Changing the display mode while listening to an FM station ..... 15

Setting the TA volume level ........................................................15

Automatic clock adjustment........................................................16

TAPE OPERATIONS.................................................... 17

Listening to a tape ........................................................................ 17

Automatic tape type detection....................................................18

Prohibiting cassette ejection ......................................................18

Finding the beginning of a tune...................................................19

Other convenient tape functions.................................................. 20

Turning on/off Tuner Call Play ....................................................20

Skipping the blank portions on the tape.....................................20

Playing the current tune repeatedly ...........................................20

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS .............................................21

Turning on/off the BBE function (ONLY FOR KS-FX940R) .................. 21

Turning on/off the loudness function

(ONLY FOR KS-FX840R) ........... 21

Selecting preset sound modes ......................................................22

Adjusting the sound...................................................................... 23

Storing your own sound adjustments .........................................24

BEFORE USE

* For safety....

• Do not raise the volume level too much, as this
will block outside sounds, making driving
dangerous.

* 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.

• Stop the car before performing any complicated
operations.

2

OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS ......................................... 25

Setting the clock ............................................................................25

Changing the general settings (PSM) ........................................ 26

Selecting the clock display .........................................................28

Selecting the CD Text information display (ONLY FOR KS-FX940R) .. 28

Selecting the level display ......................................................... 28

Selecting the dimmer mode .......................................................29

Controlling the volume automatically

(Audio Cruise: ONLY FOR KS-FX940R).............................. 29

Selecting the telephone muting..................................................31

Turning on/off the key-touch tone............................................... 31

Turning on/off the power amplifier switch (ONLY FOR KS-FX940R) ... 31

Selecting the scroll mode (ONLY FOR KS-FX940R) ........................... 32

Setting the name of the external component ............................. 32

Selecting the frequency cutoff point (ONLY FOR KS-FX940R) ........... 32

Detaching the control panel .........................................................33

REMOTE OPERATIONS ...............................................34

Installing the batteries..................................................................34

Using the remote controller .........................................................35

CD CHANGER OPERATIONS ......................................36

Playing CDs ...................................................................................36

Selecting CD playback modes......................................................38

Playing a CD text

(ONLY FOR KS-FX940R) ...........................................38

EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS ..................... 39

Using auxiliary players.................................................................39

Using a subwoofer

(ONLY FOR KS-FX940R)..........................................39

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DAB TUNER OPERATIONS .........................................40

Tuning into an ensemble and one of the services ....................... 40

Storing DAB services in memory ................................................42

Tuning into a preset DAB service ................................................44

MAINTENANCE ......................................................... 45

To extend the lifetime of the unit.................................................45

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................46

SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................47

Note:

For security reasons, a numbered ID card is provided with this unit, and the same ID number is
imprinted on the unit’s chassis. Keep the card in a safe place, as it will help the authorities to
identify your unit if stolen.

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1

BASIC OPERATIONS

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1

2

3

3

ATT

CD-

Note:

When you use this unit for the
first time, set the built-in c lock
correctly. (See page 25.)

2

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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.

TAPE

DAB

FM/AM

AUX

CH

Turn on the power.

Select the source.

To operate the tuner, see pages 5 – 16.
To operate the cassette deck, see pages 17 – 20.
To operate the CD changer, see pages 36 – 38.
To operate the external component connected to the

auxiliary input jack on the front panel, see page 39.

To operate the DAB tuner, see pages 40 – 44.

Adjust the volume.

SEL

Volume level appears.

4

Adjust the sound as you want (see pages 21 – 24).

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.
To resume the previous volume level, press the button briefly again.

To turn off the power

Press for more than 1 second.

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RADIO BASIC OPERATIONS

Listening to the radio

RPT/LO

1

FM/AM

F1

(FM1)F2(FM2)F3(FM3)

2

DAB

To search stations
of higher
frequencies.

To search stations
of lower
frequencies.

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Select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM).

You can select any one of FM1, FM2, and FM3 to listen to an
FM station.

AM

Selected band (or clock time: see page 28)
appears.

Start searching a station.

When a station is received, searching stops.

To stop searching before a station is received, press the same button you have pressed
for searching.

To tune in a particular frequency without searching:

1 Press FM/AM/DAB repeatedly to select the band (FM or AM).
2 Press and hold

Now you can manually change the frequency while “MANU” is flashing.

3 Press

• If you hold down the button, the frequency k eeps changing (in 50 kHz intervals f or FM and

To tune in FM stations with only strong signals

Press RPT/LO (Repeat/Local) so that the LOCAL indicator lights up on the display.
Each time you press the button, the LOCAL indicator lights up and goes off alternately.

Note:

This function only works while searching FM stations including SSM preset (see page 6).

¢ or 4 repeatedly until the frequency you want is reached.

9 kHz intervals for AM–MW/LW) until you release the button.

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

5

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 (Strong-station Sequential Memory)

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• 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).

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FM/AM

DAB

Select the FM band number (FM1, FM2 or

1

FM3) you want to store FM stations into.

2

F1
(FM1)

F2
(FM2)

SSM

F3
(FM3)

AM

Press and hold both buttons for more than
2 seconds.

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

Local FM stations with the strongest signals are searched and stored automatically in the
band number you hav e 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.

6

Manual preset

You can preset up to 6 stations in each band (FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM) manually.
EXAMPLE: Storing an FM station of 88.3 MHz into the preset number 1 of the FM1 band

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1

2

3

FM/AM

DAB

2

3

1

Select the FM1 band.

Tune into a station of 88.3 MHz.

See page 5 to tune into a station.

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

Preset number and “MEMO”
flashes alternately for a while.

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 suppl y to the memory circuit is interrupted (for example,
during battery replacement). If this occurs, preset the stations again.

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Tuning into a preset station

You can easily tune into a preset station.
Remember that you must store stations first. If you have not stored them yet, see pages 6

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and 7.

DISP

1

FM/AM

DAB

MO/RND/

Select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM)
you want.

2

F1
(FM1)F2(FM2)F3(FM3)

1

AM

2

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

To change the display information while receiving an FM RDS
station

Press DISP. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows:

Station FrequencyPS (Station name) PTY (Programme type)

When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive:

Press MO/RND/
(Mono) indicator lights up on the display. The sound you hear becomes monaural but
reception will be improved.

(Mono/Random) while listening to an FM stereo broadcast. The MO

MO/RND

Lights up when receiving an FM broadcast in stereo.

To restore the stereo effect, press the button again.

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RDS OPERATIONS

What you can do with RDS EON

RDS (Radio Data System) allows FM stations to send an additional signal along with their
regular programme signals. For example, the station send their station names, as well as
information about what type of programme they broadcast, such as sports or music, etc.
Another advantage of RDS function is called “EON (Enhanced Other Networks).” The EON
indicator lights up while receiving an FM station with the EON data. By using the EON data
sent from a station, you can tune into a different station of a different networ k broadcasting
your favorite prog ramme or traffic announcement while listening to another programme or to
another source such as tape.

By receiving the RDS signals, this unit can do the following:

• Tracing the same programme automatically (Network-Tracking Reception)

• Standby Reception of TA (Traffic Announcement) or your favorite programme

• PTY (Programme Type) search

• TA (Traffic Announcement) search

• And some other functions

Tracing the same programme automatically (Network­Tracking Reception)

When driving in an area where FM reception is not good, the tuner built in this unit automatically
tune in another RDS station, broadcasting the same programme with stronger signals. So,
you can continue to listen to the same programme in its finest reception, no matter where you
drive. (See the illustration on the next page.)
Two types of the RDS signals are used to make Network-Tracking Reception work correctly
— PI (Programme Identification) and AF (Alternative Frequency) data.
Without receiving these data correctly from the RDS station you are listening to, Network­Tracking Reception will not operate.

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RDS

TP

To use Network-Tracking Reception, press and hold TP/RDS (Traffic
Programme/Radio Data System) for more than 1 second. Each time you
press and hold the button, Network-Tracking Reception modes change as
follows:

Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3

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Mode 1 (AF:on / REG:off)

Network-Tracking is activated with Regionalization set to “off.”
Switches to another station within the same network when the receiving
signals from the current station become weak.

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Note:

In this mode, the programme may differ from the one currently received.

Mode 2 (AF:on / REG:on)

Network-Tracking is activated with Regionalization set to “on.”
Switches to another station, within the same network, broadcasting the same
programme when the receiving signals from the current station become weak.

Mode 3 (AF:off / REG:off)

Network-Tracking is deactivated.

The same programme can be received on different frequencies.

Programme 1 broadcasting
on frequency A

Programme 1 broadcasting on
frequency B

Programme 1 broadcasting on frequency C

Programme 1 broadcasting on frequency E

Programme 1 broadcasting on frequency D

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Using Standby Reception

Standby Reception allows the unit to switch temporar ily to your favorite programme (PTY:
Programme Type) and T raffic Announcement (TA) from the current source (another FM station,
tape, CD and other connected components).

Note:

Standby Reception will not work if you are listening to an AM station.

TA Standby Reception

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RDS

TP

• When you press TP/RDS while listening to an FM station, the TP indicator
is lit during reception of a TP (T r affic Programme) station and the T A standb y
mode is engaged.

Note:

When the station being received is not a TP sta tion, the TP indicator f lashes. Press

¢ or 4 to engage the TA standby mode. “SEARCH” appears on the
display, and TP station searc h starts. When a TP station is tuned in, the TP indicator
is lit.

• If you are listening to a tape or CD, and wish to listen to a TP station, press

TP/RDS to enter the TA standby mode. (The TP indicator lights up.)

If a traffic programme starts broadcasting while the T A standb y mode is active ,
“TRAFFIC” appears and the playback source changes to the FM band. The
volume increases to the preset TA volume level and the traffic programme
can be heard (see page 15).

To deactivate the TA standby mode, press TP/RDS again.

PTY Standby Reception

PTY

• When you press PTY while listening to an FM station, the PTY indicator is

lit during reception of a PTY station and the PTY standby mode is engaged.
The selected PTY name stored on page 13 flashes for 5 seconds.

Note:

When the station being received is not a PTY station, the PTY indicator f lashes.
Press

¢ or 4 to engage the PTY standby mode. “SEARCH” appears on
the display, and PTY station search starts. When a PTY station is tuned in, the PTY
indicator is lit.

• If you are listening to a tape or CD, and wish to listen to a selected PTY

broadcast, press PTY to enter the PTY standby mode. (The PTY indicator
lights up.)

If the selected PTY programme starts broadcasting while the PTY standby
mode is active, the selected PTY name appears and the playback source
changes to the FM band. The selected PTY programme can then be heard.

To deactivate the PTY standby mode, press PTY again.

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Selecting Your Favorite Programme for PTY Standby
Reception

You can select your favorite programme for PTY Standby Reception to store in memory.
When shipped from the factory, “NEWS” is stored as the programme type for PTY Standby
Reception.

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3

2

1, 4

1

SEL

Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2
seconds to call up the Preferred Setting Mode
(PSM: see page 26).

2

Select “PTY STBY (standby)” if not shown on
the display.

3

SEL

4

SEL

Searching Your Favorite Programme

You can search one of your 6 favorite programme types stored in memory.
When shipped from the factory, the following 6 programme types have been stored in the
number buttons (1 to 6).

To change the factory preset settings, see page 13.
To search your favorite programme, see page 14.

Select one of twenty-nine PTY codes. (See
page 16.)

Selected code name appears on the display and is stored
into memory.

Finish setting.

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1

POP M

2

ROCK M

3

EASY M

4

CLASSICS

5

AFFAIRS

6

VARIED

To store your favorite programme types

1

2

3

3

24

1, 5

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Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2

SEL

seconds to call up the Preferred Setting Mode
(PSM: see page 26).

Select “PTY SRCH (search)” if not shown on the
display .

Select one of twenty-nine PTY codes.

SEL

(See page 16.)

Selected code name appears on the display.

• If the code already stored in memory is selected, it will flash
on the display.

4

Press and hold the number button for more than 2 seconds to
store the PTY code selected into the preset number you want.

PTY preset number appears, and selected code name and “MEMORY” alternates on
the display.

5

SEL

Finish setting.

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To search your favorite programme type

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2 1

1

2

PTY

Press and hold PTY (programme type) for
more than 1 second while listening to an FM
station.

The last selected PTY code and preset number appear.

Select one of PTY codes stored in preset
number buttons (1 to 6).

Ex. When “ROCK M” is stored in preset number button 2.

PTY search for your favorite programme starts after 5
seconds.

• If there is a station broadcasting a programme of the same PTY code you selected, that
station is tuned in.

• If there is no station broadcasting a programme of the same PTY code you selected, the
station will not change.

Note:

In some areas, the PTY search will not work correctly.

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Other convenient RDS functions and adjustments

Automatic selection of the station when using the number
buttons

Usually when you press the number button, the preset station is tuned in.
However, when the preset station is an RDS station, something different will happen. If the
signals from that preset station are not sufficient for good reception, this unit starts searching
another station broadcasting the same programme as the original preset station is broadcasting,
then if any station broadcasting the same programme is found, the station will be tuned in.

Changing the display mode while listening to an FM
station

You can change the initial indication on the display to either station name (PS) or to station
frequency, while listening to an FM RDS station.

• See also “Changing the general settings (PSM)” on page 26.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower
part of the display.

2. Select “TU DISP (tuner display)” with

3. Set to the desired indication (either station name or station frequency) with the control dial.

Note:

By pressing DISP, you can also change the display while listening to an FM RDS station.
Each time you press the button, the following information appears on the upper part of the display:

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Station FrequencyPS (Station name) PTY (Programme type)

* Then, the display goes back to the original indication in several seconds.

Setting the TA volume level

You can preset the volume level for TA Standby Reception. When a traffic programme is
received, the volume level automatically changes to the preset level.

• See also “Changing the general settings (PSM)” on page 26.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower
part of the display.

2. Select “TA VOL (volume)” with

3. Set to the desired volume with the control dial.

¢ or 4 .

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Automatic clock adjustment

When shipped from the factory, the clock built in this unit is set to be readjust automatically
using the CT (Clock Time) data in the RDS signal.
If you do not want to use automatic clock adjustment, follow the procedure below.

• See also “Changing the general settings (PSM)” on page 26.

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1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “AUTO ADJ (adjust)” with

3. Select “OFF” by turning the control dial counterclockwise.

Now automatic clock adjustment is canceled.

To reactivate clock adjustment, repeat the same procedure and select “ON” in step 3 by
turning the control dial clockwise.

Note:

It takes about 2 minutes to adjust the time using the CT data. So, you must tune to the station for more
than 2 minutes continuously; otherwise, the clock time will not be adjusted.

PTY codes

NEWS: News
AFFAIRS: Topical programmes

expanding on current news
or affairs

INFO: Programmes which impart

advice on a wide variety of

topics
SPORT: Sport events
EDUCATE: Educational programmes
DRAMA: Radio plays
CULTURE: Programmes on national or

regional culture
SCIENCE: Programmes on natural

science and technology
VARIED: Other programmes like

comedies or ceremonies
POP M: Pop music
ROCK M: Rock music
EASY M: Easy-listening music
LIGHT M: Light music
CLASSICS: Classical music
OTHER M: Other music
WEATHER: Weather information
FINANCE: Reports on commerce,

trading, the Stock Market,

etc.
CHILDREN: Entertainment programmes

for children

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¢ or 4 .

SOCIAL: Programmes on social

activities

RELIGION: Programmes dealing with

any aspect of belief or faith,
or the nature of existence or
ethics

PHONE IN: Programmes where people

can express their views
either by phone or in a
public forum

TRAVEL: Programmes about travel

destinations, package tours,
and travel ideas and
opportunities

LEISURE: Programmes concerned with

recreational activities such
as gardening, cooking,

fishing, etc.
JAZZ: Jazz music
COUNTRY: Country music
NATION M: Current popular music from

another nation or region, in

that country’s language
OLDIES: Classic pop music
FOLK M: Folk music
DOCUMENT: Programmes dealing with

factual matters, presented in

an investigative style

TAPE OPERATIONS

Listening to a tape

1

MO/RND/

3

1

Open the control panel.

2

1. Insert a cassette into the cassette
compartment.

The unit turns on and tape play starts automatically.

2. Close the control panel by hand.

• When one side of the tape reaches its end during play, the other side of the tape
automatically starts playing. (Auto Reverse)

Note on One-Touch Operation:

When a cassette is already in the cassette compartment, pressing TAPE 2 3 turns on the
unit and starts tape play automatically.

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3

TAPE

Select the tape direction.

Each time you press the button, the tape direction changes
alternately – forward (

) and reverse ( ).

To play back tapes recorded with the Dolby B NR

Press the MO/RND/ button to set the Dolb y B NR* system as required in step 2 abov e.
The

indicator lights up, and “DOLBY B” appears on the displa y f or sev eral seconds. To
cancel the Dolby B NR, press the same button again.
* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing

Corporation.
“DOLBY” and the doub le-D symbol
Corporation.

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing

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To stop play and eject the cassette

Press 0.
Tape play stops and the cassette automatically ejects from the cassette compartment.
If you change the source to FM, AM, CD changer or AUX, the tape play also stops (without
ejecting the cassette this time).

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• You can also eject the cassette with the unit turned off.

To fast-forward and rewind a tape

• Press ¢ for more than 1 second to fast-forward the tape.
When the tape reaches its end, the tape is reversed and playback
starts from the beginning of the other side.

• Press 4
When the tape reaches its end, playback of the same side starts.

To stop fast forward and rewind at any position on the tape, press TAPE 2 3 .
Tape play starts from that position on the tape.

Note:

While fast-forwarding or rewinding, this unit changes the source to the tuner. (Tuner Call Play)
If you do not want to use Tuner Call Play, you can cancel this function. See page 20 for details.

for more than 1 second to rewind the tape.

Automatic tape type detection

With the Automatic Tape Type Detection mechanism provided for this unit, you can listen to
type I, II and IV tapes without changing any settings.

Prohibiting cassette ejection

You can prohibit the cassette ejection and can “lock” a cassette in the cassette compartment.
Press and hold TAPE 2 3 and
the display for about 5 seconds, and the cassette is “locked.”

To cancel the prohibition and “unlock” the cassette, press and hold TAPE 2 3 and

for more than 2 seconds again. “EJECT OK” flashes f or about 5 seconds, and this

time the cassette is “unlocked.”

for more than 2 seconds. “NO EJECT” flashes on

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Finding the beginning of a tune

Multi Music Scan allows you to automatically start playback from the beginning of a specified
tune. You can specify up to 9 tunes ahead of or before the current tune.

¢

4

During playback

To locate a tune
ahead of the current
tune on the tape

To locate a tune
before the current
tune on the tape

Specify how many tunes ahead of or
before the current tune the tune you
want is located.

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Each time you set the tune, the n umber changes
up to ±9.

When the beginning of the specified tune is located, playback starts automatically.

Notes:

• While locating a specified tune:
– If the tape is rewound to its beginning, playback starts from the beginning of that side.
– If the tape is fast-forwarded to the end, it is reversed and played from the beginning of the other

side.

• In the following cases, the Multi Music Scan function may not operate correctly:
– Tapes with tunes having long pianissimo passages (very quiet parts) or non-recorded portions

between tunes.
– Tapes with short non-recorded sections.
– Tapes with high level of noise or humming between tunes.
– The Dolby NR setting does not match. For example, if Dolby B NR is on and the tape was recorded

with no Dolby NR.

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Other convenient tape functions

Turning on/off Tuner Call Play

When you start fast-forwarding or re winding a tape, the source changes to the tuner temporarily

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and you can listen to the last received station. After fast forward or rewind is stopped, tape
play resumes automatically . When shipped from the factory , T uner Call Play has been activ ated.

• See also “Changing the general settings (PSM)” on page 26.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower
part of the display.

2. Select “TU CALL (tuner call)” with

3. Set to the desired mode with the control dial.
The Tuner Call Play mode alternates between on and off.

Skipping the blank portions on the tape

You can skip blank por tions between the tunes. (Blank Skip)
When this function is on, the unit skips blank portions of 15 seconds or more, fast-forw ards to
the next tune, then starts playing it.

• See also “Changing the general settings (PSM)” on page 26.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower
part of the display.

2. Select “B. SKIP (blank skip)” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.
The Blank Skip mode alternates between on and off.

Note:

When the tape reaches its end w hile fast-forwar ding, the tape dir ection will be changed automatically .

¢ or 4 .

¢ or 4 .

Playing the current tune repeatedly

You can play the current tune repeatedly. (Repeat Play)

RPT

LO

Notes:

• In the following cases, Blank Skip and Repeat Play may not operate correctly:

– T apes with tunes having long pianissimo passages (very quiet parts) or non-r ecor ded portions during

tunes.
– Tapes with short non-recorded sections.
– Tapes with high level noise or humming between tunes.
– The Dolby NR setting does not match. F or e xample, if Dolby B NR is on and the tape was recorded with

no Dolby NR.

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Each time you briefly press RPT/LO (Repeat/Local) while playing a tape ,
Repeat Play turns on and off alternately.

Lights up when Repeat Play is turned on.

SOUND ADJUSTMENTS

BBE (For KS-FX940R)
LOUD (For KS-FX840R)

Turning on/off the BBE function

This section is ONLY FOR KS-FX940R.

The BBE* function restores the brilliance and clarity of the original live sound in recording,
broadcasts, etc.
When a speaker reproduces sound, it introduces frequency-dependent phase shifting, causing
high-frequency sounds to take longer to reach the ear than low frequency sounds. The BBE
function adjusts the phase relationship between the low, mid and high frequencies by adding
a progressively longer delay time to the low and mid frequencies, so that all frequencies
reach the listener’s ears at the proper time.
In addition, the BBE function boosts low and high frequencies, which loudspeakers tend to be
less efficient in reproducing, through dynamic, program-driven augmentation. When combined
with the phase compensation feature, the resulting sound has a clearer , more finely detailed
“live” presence.

Each time you press BBE, the BBE function turns on and off alternately.

BBE

* Under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

is a trademark of BBE Sound, Inc.

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Turning on/off the loudness function

This section is ONLY FOR KS-FX840R.

The human ear is less sensitive to low and high frequencies at low volumes.
The loudness function can boost these frequencies to produce well-balanced sound at low
volume level.

Each time you press LOUD, the loudness function turns on and off alternately.

LOUD

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Selecting preset sound modes

You can select a preset sound adjustment suitable to the music genre.

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Each time you press SOUND, the sound control mode (SCM) changes as follows.

SOUND

Indication For: Preset values

SCM OFF (Flat sound) 00 00 On
BEAT Rock or disco music +02 00 On
SOFT Quiet background +01 –03 Off

music

POP Light music +04 +01 Off

SOUND

Bass Treble BBE (For KS-FX940R)

Loudness (For KS-FX840R)

Notes:

• You can adjust the preset sound control mode to your preference, and store in memory.

If you want to adjust and store your original sound control mode, see “Storing your own sound

adjustments” on page 24.

• T o adjust only the bass and treble r einfor cement levels to your pr efer ence, see “Adjusting the sound”

on page 23.

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Adjusting the sound

You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference.

2

1

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1

SEL

Indication To do: Range

BAS Adjust the bass –06 (min.) — +06 (max.)

(Bass)

TRE Adjust the treble –06 (min.) — +06 (max.)

(Treble)

FAD Adjust the front and rear speaker R06 (rear only) — F06 (front only)

(Fader)* balance

BAL Adjust the left and right speaker L06 (left only) — R06 (right only)

(Balance) balance

WOOFER** Adjust the subwoofer 0 (min.) — 8 (max.)

(Subwoofer)

VOL Adjust the volume 00 (min.) — 50 (max.)

(Volume)

Note:

* If you are using a two-speaker system, set the fader level to “00.”
** ONLY FOR KS-FX940R.

Select the item you want to adjust.

**

2

SEL

Adjust the level.

Note:

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

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Storing your own sound adjustments

You can adjust the sound control modes (BEA T, SOFT , POP: see page 22) to y our preference
and store your own adjustments in memory.

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1, 3

2
2

2

1

2

1

KS-FX940R KS-FX840R

BBE

SEL

5 seconds

SOUND

Within

5 seconds

2

SEL

LOUD

Within

3

SOUND

Call up the sound control mode you want to
adjust.

See page 22 for details.

To adjust the bass or treble level

1 Select “BAS” or “TRE.”

Within

5 seconds

2 Adjust the bass or treble level.

To turn on or off the BBE function
(for KS-FX940R) or the loudness function (f or
KS-FX840R)

See page 21.

Press and hold SOUND until the sound control
mode you selected flashes on the display.

Your setting is stored in memory.

4

Repeat the same procedure to store other settings.

To reset to the factory settings

Repeat the same procedure and reassign the preset values listed in the table on page 22.

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OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS

Setting the clock

You can also set the clock system either to 24 hours or 12 hours.

2, 3, 4

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1

2

3

4

1

1

1

1, 5

SEL

Press and hold SEL (select) f or more than 2 seconds so

2, 3, 4

that one of the PSM items appears on the display.

2

SEL

Set the hour.
1 Select “CLOCK H (Hour)” if not

shown on the display.

2 Adjust the hour.

2

Set the minute.

SEL

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

2

Set the clock system.

SEL

1 Select “24H/12H.”
2 Select “24H” or “12H.”

5

To check the current clock time while the unit is turned off, press DISP.
The power turns on, the clock time is shown for 5 seconds, then the power turns off.

SEL

Start the clock.

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Changing the general settings (PSM)

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

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Basic Procedure

3

1

2

3

4

1, 4

2

Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2

SEL

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

Select the PSM item you want to adjust. (See
page 27.)

Select or adjust the PSM item selected above.

SEL

SEL

Finish setting.

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CLOCK H Hour adjustment
CLOCK M Minute adjustment
24H/12H 24/12-hour time

AUTO ADJ Automatic setting of

CLOCK Clock display
TU DISP Tuner display mode
CH DISP* CD Text display

PTY STBY PTY standby
PTY SRCH PTY search
TA VOL Traffic announcement

LEVEL Level display
DIMMER Dimmer

CRUISE* Audio cruise

RPM SET** Idling speed
BOOST** Boost
TEL Audio mute for

BEEP Key-touch tone
P–AMP SW* Power amplifier switch
SCROLL* Name display

AUX Auxiliary component

CUTOFF F* Frequency cutoff

B.SKIP Blank skip
TU CALL Tuner call

SEL

Select.

Back Advance

display

the clock

FREQ PS NAME

P–TIME

29 programme types
(See page 16.)

volume

AUTO

OFF

cellular phone system

OFF ON ON

ONCE

EXTRA

MID

point

OFF
OFF

* ONLY FOR KS-FX940R.
** These items are ONLY FOR KS-FX940R. When you select “CRUISE 1” or

“CRUISE 2” for Audio Cruise Mode, you can adjust these items.

• Press SEL (select) when the setting is complete.

SEL

Set.

AdvanceBack

D–TITLE

T–TITLE

VOL (00-50) VOL (20)

OFF

ON

CRUISE 1OFF

CRUISE 2

—

MUTING 1

MUTING 2

ONOFF ON

AUTO

OFF

VIDEOTV

CD

MD

HIGH

LOW

ON
ON

Factory-preset
settings

0:00

P–TIME

NEWS

AUTO

800 rpm

ONCE

EXTRA

MID

OFF

ON

See
page

25

2512H 24H 24H

16OFF ON ON
28ON ONOFF

15PS NAME

28

12
12(See page 12.)

15

28AUDIOAUDIOOFF

29

29OFF

30
3001 –15 05

31OFF
31

31

32

32

32
20

20

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Selecting the clock display

You can select either the clock or the source name to be shown on the lower part of the
display. When shipped from the factory, the clock is selected.

• ON: Clock

• OFF: Source name (or station band)

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1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “CLOCK” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.

The clock display mode alternates between on and off.

¢ or 4 .

ON

OFF

To check the 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.

Selecting the CD Text information display
(ONLY FOR KS-FX940R)

You can select what type of the CD Text information to be shown on the display while a CD
Text is playing. When shipped from the factory, the playing time is selected.

• P-TIME: Playing time (elapsed) appears on the display.

• D-TITLE: Disc title appears on the display.

• T-TITLE: Track titles appear on the display.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “CH DISP (display)” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.

The CD Text information display mode changes as follows:

P–TIME D–TITLE

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T–TITLE

To check the other information during play

Press DISP (display). Each time you press the button, the other information (playing time,
disc title, and track titles) will be shown on the upper part of the display for a while.

Selecting the level display

You can select the level display according to your pref erence. When shipped from the factory,
the level indicator on the display shows the audio level.

• AUDIO: Audio level indicator

• OFF: Volume level indicator

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “LEVEL ” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.

The level display setting changes as follows:

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¢ or 4 .

AUDIO

OFF

Selecting the dimmer mode

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.

• ON: Always dims the display.

• OFF: Cancels Auto Dimmer.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lo wer
part of the display.

2. Select “DIMMER” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.
The dimmer mode changes as follows:

Note on Auto Dimmer:

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”.

¢ or 4 .

AUTO ON

OFF

Controlling the volume automatically
(Audio Cruise: ONLY FOR KS-FX940R)

You can select the proper cruise mode for your car.
This unit change the volume level automatically (at 3 possible levels) based on the driving
speed of your car by detecting the alternator’s generating frequency (Audio Cruise).
If you want to use this mode, follow the procedures below. When shipped from the factory,
this mode is set to “OFF.”

• CRUISE 1: Select this if your car is relatively quiet.

• CRUISE 2: Select this if your car is relatively loud.

The volume increase rate is twice as much as that of the CRUISE 1 setting.

• OFF: Cancels Audio Cruise.

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1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower
part of the display.

2. Select “CRUISE” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.
The cruise mode changes as follows:

When this function is turned on (the CRUISE indicator lights up on the display), the proper
volume level is automatically selected among the 3 possible levels according to the driving
speed, and the selected level is shown on the display.

OFF

¢ or 4 .

CRUISE 1 CRUISE 2

When the driving speed increases.

When the driving speed decreases.

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To adjust the volume increase rate

If you find Audio Cruise increases (or decreases) the volume either too much or too little as
the driving speed changes. You can adjust the increase rate by changing the boost level.
To change it, follow the procedure below.

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1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “CRUISE” with

3. Select either “CRUISE 1” or “CRUISE 2” with the control dial.

4. Select “BOOST” with

The current boost level appears on the display.

5. Select the desired boost level (among 01 to 15) as you want while the current boost level

is shown on the display with the control dial.

• To increase the volume increase rate, rotate it clockwise.

• To decrease the volume increase rate, rotate it counterclockwise.

If Audio Cruise does not function correctly

You may need to store the idling speed into memory to make Audio Cruise function correctly.
NOTICE that a number of factors , such as electric power steering, wipers, power windo ws, air

conditioner, etc. do generate noises and, as a result, may cause Audio Cruise not to function
correctly. If this is the main cause of malfunction, connect the memory backup lead (yellow
lead) directly to the car battery to prevent these noises from affecting Audio Cruise.

1. Start the engine and let it warm up.

2. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

3. Select “CRUISE” with

4. Select either “CRUISE 1” or “CRUISE 2” with the control dial.

5. Select “RPM SET” with

6. Select the desired idling speed as you want with the control dial.

¢ or 4 .

¢ or 4 .

¢ or 4 .

¢ or 4 .

When the setting is complete, the unit automatically checks to see if Audio Cruise functions
correctly with this new idling setting. If it does not function correctly, Audio Cruise is canceled
automatically and the idling setting becomes invalid.

• If this happens, see the NOTICE above.

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Selecting the telephone muting

This mode is used when a cellular phone system is connected. Depending on the phone
system used, select either “MUTING 1” or “MUTING 2,” whichever mutes the sounds from this

unit. When shipped from the factory, this mode is deactivated.

• MUTING 1: Select this if this setting can mute the sounds.

• MUTING 2: Select this if this setting can mute the sounds.

• OFF: Cancels the telephone muting.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “TEL (telephone)” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.

The telephone muting mode changes as follows:

MUTING 1 MUTING 2

¢ or 4 .

OFF

Turning on/off the key-touch tone

You can deactivate the key-touch tone if you do not want to make it beep when 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.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower
part of the display.

2. Select “BEEP” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.
The key-touch tone alternates between on and off.

¢ or 4 .

ON

OFF

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Turning on/off the power amplifier switch
(ONLY FOR KS-FX940R)

You can switch off the built-in amplifier and send the audio signals only to the external
amplifier(s) to get clear sounds and to prevent internal heat buildup inside this unit. When
shipped from the factory, the power amplifier switch is turned on so that built-in amplifier
works.

• ON: Select this mode when not using external power amplifier(s).

• OFF: Select this mode when using external power amplifier(s).

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower
part of the display.

2. Select “P–AMP SW (power amplifier switch)” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.
The power amplifier switch alternates between on and off.

ON

OFF

¢ or 4 .

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Selecting the scroll mode
(ONLY FOR KS-FX940R)

You can select the scroll mode for the name display and disc information if it consists of more
than 8 characters. When shipped from the factory, Auto Scroll mode is set to “ONCE.”

• ONCE: Scrolls only once.

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• AUTO: Repeats the scroll (5-second intervals in between).

• OFF: Cancels Auto Scroll.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “SCROLL” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.

The scroll mode changes as follows:

Note:

Even if the scroll mode is set to “OFF,” you can scroll the display by pressing DISP for more than 1
second.

¢ or 4 .

AUTOONCE

OFF

Setting the name of the external component

You can select the name of the external component which will be shown on the upper part of
the display when you press CD-CH/AUX. When shipped from the factory, the name of the
external component is set to “EXTRA.”

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “AUX (auxiliary)” with

3. Select the desired source name with the control dial.

The source name to be shown on the upper part of the display changes as follows:

EXTRA TV

¢ or 4 .

VIDEO

MD CD

Selecting the frequency cutoff point
(ONLY FOR KS-FX940R)

When a subwoofer is connected to the unit, y ou can select the frequency cutoff point to obtain
the response you want. When shipped from the factory, the cutoff point is set to “MID.”

• MID: Frequencies higher than 80 Hz are cut off.

• HIGH: Frequencies higher than 120 Hz are cut off.

• LOW: Frequencies higher than 50 Hz are cut off.

1. Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that “PSM” appears on the lower

part of the display.

2. Select “CUTOFF F (frequency)” with

3. Select the desired mode with the control dial.

The frequencies to be cut off change as follows:

HIGHMID

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LOW

Detaching the control 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.

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How to detach the control
panel

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

1

Unlock the control panel.

2

Pull the control panel out of
the unit.

How to attach the control
panel

1

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

2

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

3

Put the detached control
panel into the provided case.

Note on cleaning the connectors:

If you frequently detach the contr ol 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.

Connectors

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REMOTE OPERATIONS

Before using the remote controller:

Remote sensor

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

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between.

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

Installing the batteries

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

For KS-FX940R:

(back side)

2)

1)

Lithium coin battery
(product number:
CR2025)

1. Remove the battery case.

1) Push in the direction indicated by the arrow with
your right hand thumbnail.

2) Remove the battery case.

2. Replace the battery.

Put the battery in the case with the + side facing
upwards.

3. Return the battery case.

(back side)

WARNING:

• Store the batteries in a place which children cannot reach.
If a child accidentally swallows the battery, immediately consult a doctor.

• Do not recharge, short, disassemble or heat the batteries or dispose of in a fire.
Doing any of these things may cause the batteries to give off heat, crack or start a fire.

• Do not leave the batteries with other metallic materials.
Doing this may cause the batteries to give off heat, crack or start a fire.

• When throwing away or saving the batteries, wrap in tape and insulate; otherwise, it may cause
the batteries to give off heat, crack or start a fire.

• Do not poke the batteries with tweezers or similar tools.
Doing this may cause the batteries to give off heat, crack or start a fire.

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Insert again the battery case pushing until you hear a
clicking sound.

For KS-FX840R:

R03(UM-4)/AAA(24F)

Using the remote controller

Insert the

· ends first.

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For KS-FX940R

1 Functions the same as the button on the main unit.
2 • Functions as the BAND button while listening to the radio

1

2

3

5

6

(or the DAB tuner).
Each time you press the button, the band changes.

• Functions as the DISC + button while listening to the CD
changer.
Each time you press the button, the disc number increases,
and the selected disc starts playing.

4

• Functions as the PROG button while listening to a tape.
Each time you press the button, the tape direction changes
alternately.

3 • Functions as the PRESET button while listening to the radio

(or the DAB tuner).
Each time you press the button, the preset station number
increases, and the selected station is tuned in.

For KS-FX840R

• Functions as the DISC – button while listening to the CD
changer.

ATT

BAND

12

5

FUNC

PROG

DISC

DISC

PRESET

3

Each time you press the button, the disc number decreases ,
and the selected disc starts playing.

4 Functions the same as the control dial on the main unit.

Note: This b utton does not function for the prefer red setting mode

adjustment.

4

6

5 Selects the source.

Each time you press FUNC (function), the source changes.

6 • Searches stations while listening to the radio.

• Searches ensembles while listening to the DAB tuner.

• Functions as the fast forward or rewind buttons or Multi
Music Scan buttons while listening to a tape.

• F ast-forw ards or reverses the tr ack if pressed and held while
listening to a CD.

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

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CD CHANGER OPERATIONS

We recommend that you use one of the CH-X series (ex: CH-X1200) with your unit.
If you have another CD automatic changer, consult your JVC IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT
dealer for connections.

• F or e xample, if your CD automatic changer is one of the KD-MK ser ies, you need a cord (KS-U15K)
for connecting it to this unit.

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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, remo ve 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, connect
the connecting cord(s) firmly if necessary , then press the reset button of the CD changer.

Playing CDs

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¢

4

AUX

CD-

CH

Track number Elapsed playing time

Note on One-Touch Operation:

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

to turn on the power.

Number buttons CD-CH/AUX

Select the CD automatic changer.

Each time you press the button, you can select the CD
automatic changer and the external component alternately.

CD-CH

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

Disc number (or clock time:
see page 28) appears.

AUX

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 track

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

Press 4
the current track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the
beginning of the previous track is located and played back.

briefly, while playing a CD, to go back to the beginning of

To go to a particular disc directly

7 8 9 10 11 12

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.

Ex. When disc number 3 is selected

Track number

Disc number

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Selecting CD playback modes

To play back tracks at random (Random Play)

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MO/RND

Mode RND Indicator Plays at random

RND1 Lights All tracks of the current disc, then the tracks of the

RND2 Flashes All tracks of all discs inserted in the magazine.

To play back tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play)

RPT

Mode RPT Indicator Plays repeatedly

RPT1 Lights The current track (or specified track).
RPT2 Flashes All tracks of the current disc (or specified disc).

Each time you press MO/RND/ (Mono/Random) while pla ying a CD, CD
random play mode changes as follows:

RND1

(Random1)

RND2

(Random2)

Canceled

next disc, and so on.

Each time you press RPT/LO (Repeat/Local) while pla ying a CD , CD repeat
play mode changes as follows:

LO

RPT1

(Repeat1)

RPT2

(Repeat2)

Canceled

Playing a CD Text

This section is ONLY FOR KS-FX940R.
Only when the CD changer with the CD Text function (ex. CH-X1200) is connected:

In a CD Text, some information about the disc (its disc title, performer and track title) is recorded.
You can show these disc information on the display.

DISP

Notes:

• The display shows up to 8 characters at one time and scrolls if there are more than 8 characters.
See also “Selecting the scroll mode” on page 32.
Some characters or symbols will not be shown (and be blanked) on the display.
(Ex. “ABCå!d#” ] “ABCA D ”)

• When you press DISP while playing a conventional CD, “NO NAME” appears for the disc tittle/
performer and the track title.

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Each time you press the button while playing a CD Text, the display changes

as follows:

Disc Title / Performer

Track Title

Current track and Elapsed playing time

EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS

Using auxiliary players

After connecting an external component to the auxiliary input jack on the front panel, you can
select the component as the sound source.

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Auxiliary input

1

1

Note:

When selecting an external component as the source, what appears on the upper part of the
display depends on the “AUX” setting (see page 32).

Note on One-Touch Operation:

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

AUX

CD-

CH

to turn on the power.

Select the external component.

Each time you press the button, you can select the CD
automatic changer and the external component alternately.

Note:

Use a stereo mini-plug cord to connect
an external component to the unit.

MD player etc.

2

Operate the external component.

• Refer to the instructions supplied with your external component.

Using a subwoofer

This section is ONLY FOR KS-FX940R.

By connecting a subwoofer with the SUB WOOFER cord on the rear, enhanced bass sound
can add a more realistic, theater atmosphere to your stereo system.

• Refer also to the instructions supplied with your subwoofer.

T o select the frequency cutoff point, ref er to “Selecting the frequency cutoff point” on page 32.
To adjust the subwoofer volume, refer to “Adjusting the sound” on page 23.

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DAB TUNER OPERATIONS

We recommend that you use DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) tuner KT-DB1500 with your
unit.
If you have another DAB tuner, consult your JVC IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT dealer.

• Refer also to the Instructions supplied with your DAB tuner.

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What is DAB system?

DAB is one of the digital radio broadcasting systems available today. It can deliver CD
quality sound without any annoying interference and signal distortion. Furthermore, it can
carry text, pictures and data.
In contrast to FM broadcast, where each programme is transmitted on its o wn frequency,
DAB combines several programmes (called “services”) to form one “ensemble.”
With the DAB tuner connected with this unit, you can enjoy these DAB services.

Tuning into an ensemble and one of the services

A typical ensemble has 6 or more programmes (services) broadcast at the same time. After
tuning into an ensemble, you can select a service you want to listen to.

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Before you start....

Press FM/AM/DAB briefly if you are selecting TAPE, CD changer or AUX as the source.

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2

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FM/AM

FM/AM

DAB

DAB

Select the DAB tuner.

Each time you press and hold the button for more than 1
second, the DAB tuner and the FM/AM tuner are alternately
selected.

DAB

FM/AM

Select the DAB band (DAB1, DAB2, or DAB3).

You can select any one of DAB1, DAB2, and DAB3 to tune
into an ensemble.

DAB 1 DAB 2

DAB 3

3

To search
ensembles of higher
frequencies.

Start searching an ensemble.

When an ensemble is received, searching stops.

To search
ensembles of lower
frequencies.

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To stop sear ching before an ensemble is received, press the same button you ha ve pressed
for searching.

MO/RND

RPT

Select an service you want to listen to.

LO

To change the display information while tuning into an
ensemble

Normally service name is shown on the upper part of the display.
If you want to check the ensemble name or its frequency, press DISP.
Each time you press the button, the following information appears for a while on the upper
part of the display.

Ensemble nameService name

Frequency

To restore the FM/AM tuner

Press and hold FM/AM/DAB for more than 1 second again.

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To tune in a particular ensemble without searching:

1 Press and hold FM/AM/DAB for more than 1 second.
2 Press FM/AM/DAB repeatedly to select the DAB band (DAB1, DAB2, or DAB3).
3 Press and hold
4 Press

• If you hold down the button, the frequency keeps changing until you release the button.

¢ or 4 repeatedly until the ensemble you want is reached.

¢ or 4 for more than 1 second.

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Storing DAB services in memory

You can preset up to 6 DAB services in each DAB band (DAB1, DAB2 and DAB3) manually.

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2

3

FM/AM

FM/AM

DAB

DAB

5

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Select the DAB tuner.

Each time you press and hold the button, the D AB tuner and
the FM/AM tuner are alternately selected.

DAB

FM/AM

Select the DAB band (D AB1, D AB2, or DAB3)
you want.

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

DAB 1 DAB 2

DAB 3

Tune into an ensemble you want.

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4

MO/RND

RPT

Select a service of the ensemble you want.

LO

5

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

Preset number and “MEMO”
flashes alternately for a while.

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Repeat the above procedure to store other DAB services into
other preset numbers.

Notes:

• A previously preset DAB service is erased when a new DAB service is stored in the same preset
number.

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

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Tuning into a preset DAB service

You can easily tune into a preset DAB service.
Remember that you must store services first. If you have not stored them yet, see pages 42

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and 43.

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2

3

FM/AM

FM/AM

DAB

DAB

3

1, 2

Select the DAB tuner.

Each time you press and hold the button, the D AB tuner and
the FM/AM tuner are alternately selected.

DAB

FM/AM

Select the DAB band (DAB1, DAB2, or DAB3)
you want.

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

DAB 1 DAB 2

DAB 3

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

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MAINTENANCE

To extend the lifetime of the unit

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 heads

• 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 tapes to their storage cases
after use.

• Do not store tapes in the following places:
– Subject to direct sunlight
– With high humidity
– At extremely hot temperatures

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CAUTIONS:

• Do not play the tapes 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.

The function below is also provided to ensure the longer life of this unit.

Ignition key-off Release/Ignition key-on play

• When you turn off the ignition key with a cassette in the compartment, the unit automatically
releases the tape from its head.

• When you turn on the ignition key with a cassette in the compartment, playback automatically
starts.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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

Symptoms

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• A cassette tape cannot be
inserted.

• Cassette tapes become hot.

• Tape sound is at very low
level and sound quality is
degraded.

• Sound is sometimes
interrupted.

• Sound cannot be heard from
the speakers.

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

• Static noise while listening
to the radio.

• “NO DISC” appears on the
display.

Causes

You have tried to insert a
cassette in the wrong way.

This is not a malfunction.
The tape head is dirty.

Connections are not good.

The volume is turned to the
minimum level.

Connections are incorrect.

Signals are too weak.

The antenna is not connected
firmly.

No CD is in the magazine.
CDs are inserted incorrectly.

Remedies

I

nsert the cassette with the

exposed tape facing right.

Clean it with a head cleaning
tape.

Check the cords and
connections.

Adjust it to the optimum level.

Check the cords and
connections.

Store stations manually.

Connect the antenna firmly.

Insert CDs into the magazine.
Insert them correctly.

• “RESET 8” appears on the
display.

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

• This unit does not work at
all.

• The CD changer does not
work at all.

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This unit is not connected to a
CD changer correctly.

The built-in microcomputer
may function incorrectly due to
noise, etc.

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.

While holding SEL, press

for more than 2
seconds to reset the unit. (The
clock setting and preset
stations stored in memory are
erased.)

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION

Maximum Power Output:

Front: 40 watts per channel
Rear: 40 watts per channel

Continuous Power Output (RMS):

Front: 16 watts per channel into 4 Ω, 40

to 20,000 Hz at no more than

0.8 % total harmonic distortion.

Rear: 16 watts per channel into 4 Ω, 40

to 20,000 Hz at no more than

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

Bass: ±10 dB at 100 Hz

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

KS-FX940R: 4.0 V/20 kΩ load (CD

changer mode)

KS-FX840R: 2.0 V/20 kΩ load (CD

changer mode)
Output Impedance: 1 kΩ
Input: AUX (3.5 mm dia. stereo mini jack)

TUNER SECTION

Frequency Range:

FM: 87.5 to 108.0 MHz
AM: (MW) 522 to 1,620 kHz

(LW) 144 to 279 kHz

CASSETTE DECK SECTION

Wow & Flutter: 0.11% (WRMS)
Fast-Wind Time: 100 sec. (C-60)
Frequency Response (Dolby NR-OFF):

30 to 18,000 Hz (Metal/CrO
30 to 16,000 Hz (Normal tape)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: (Normal tape)

(Dolby NR-ON): 65 dB
(Dolby NR-OFF): 56 dB

Stereo Separation: 40 dB

2 tape)

GENERAL

Power Requirement:
Operating Voltage: DC 14.4 volts (11 to 16

volts allowance)

Allowable Operating Temperature:

0˚C to +40˚C
Grounding System: Negative ground
Dimensions (W x H x D)

Installation Size:

182 x 52 x 150 mm

Panel Size: 188 x 58 x 11 mm

Mass: 1.4 kg (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 to 15,000 Hz
Stereo Separation: 30 dB
Capture Ratio: 1.5 dB

[MW Tuner]

Sensitivity: 20 µV
Selectivity: 35 dB

[LW Tuner]

Sensitivity: 50 µV

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