JVC KT-SR3000 User Manual

SIRIUS Radio

KT-SR3000

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

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

Model No.

Serial No.

LVT1466-001A

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INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the Manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Your new JVC SIRIUS Radio KT-SR3000, called “JVC Plug & Play (PnP),” lets you enjoy SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s digital entertainment channels anywhere you’ve installed either KS-K6012 Car Docking Kit or KS-K6013 Home Docking Kit (sold separately). Use this manual to familiarize yourself with all of JVC PnP’s features and capabilities. For the latest information about this and other JVC PnP products, visit the JVC Web site at <http://www.jvc.com>.

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions ...................................................... 4

Box Contents .............................................................. 5

Installation: Preparation.............................................. 6

Installation in Your Car with KS-K6012 .................... 7

Installation in a Home with KS-K6013 ....................11

JVC PnP’s Controls and Features............................. 12

Activating Your SIRIUS Subscription ...................... 14

Basic Operation ........................................................ 15

Selecting a Program ........................................... 16

Direct Tuning .....................................................17

Presetting the Desired Channels ........................18

Presetting a Frequently Accessed Channel

—Jump Preset ................................................. 19

Enlarging the Indications—Display Button ...... 20

Instant Replay ....................................................20

Searching for Your Favorite Programs

—S-Seek Alert ................................................23

Menu Options Settings ............................................. 26

Basic Setting Procedure ..................................... 26

1 Sirius ID ........................................................26

2 FM Transmitter .............................................27

3 Game Alert .................................................... 27

4 Jump Settings ................................................28

5 Display Settings ............................................ 28

6 Confirm Tone Options .................................. 29

7 Add or Skip ...................................................29

8 Lock Options ................................................ 29

9 Audio Level Options ..................................... 30

0 Antenna Aiming ............................................ 31

- Memory Options ...........................................31

= Time Based Features ..................................... 32

~ Factory Default ............................................. 34

Specifications ........................................................... 35

Troubleshooting ........................................................35

Safety Precautions

WARNINGS:

Take the following precautions to prevent traffic accidents and avoid personal injury:

• Installation must be performed according to this instruction manual. JVC is not responsible for issues arising from incorrect installations.

• Do not install the unit where it may obstruct your view through the windshield or of your vehicle’s indicator displays.

• Do not install the unit where it may hinder the function of safety devices such as an airbag. Doing so may prevent the airbag from functioning properly in the event of an accident.

• The installation and use suggestions contained in this manual are subject to any restrictions or limitations that may be imposed by applicable law—the purchaser should check applicable law for any restrictions or limitations before installing and/ or operating the unit.

•Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings may result in a serious accident.

WARNINGS:

Take the following precautions to prevent fire and avoid personal injury:

•To avoid short circuits, never put or leave any metallic objects (coins, tools, etc.) inside the unit.

• If the unit emits smoke or strange smells, turn the power off immediately and consult your dealer.

• Do not drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks.

• If the LCD display becomes damaged or broken, do not touch the liquid crystal fluid. The fluid may be dangerous to your health or even fatal. If the liquid crystal fluid contacts your body or clothing, immediately wash it off with soap and water.

WARNING:

Do not operate the unit in a way that might divert your attention from driving safely. As a driver, you alone are responsible for safely operating your vehicle in accordance with traffic safety laws at all times.

WARNINGS:

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

Box Contents

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

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

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

CAUTIONS:

Take the following precautions to keep the unit in proper working order:

• Be sure the unit is connected to a 12 V DC power supply with a negative ground connection.

• Do not install the unit where it will be exposed to high levels of humidity, moisture, or dust.

•When replacing a fuse, use only a new one with the proper rating. Using a fuse with the wrong rating may cause the unit to malfunction.

•When drilling holes to mount the unit, make sure not to damage any wiring or other systems.

After you unpack your JVC PnP, make sure everything listed below is included:

SIRIUS Radio

Remote Controller

If anything is missing or damaged, or if your JVC PnP fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. It is recommended that you keep the original packaging in case you need to ship your JVC PnP in the future.

Battery (CR2032)

(The battery has been installed when shipped from the factory.)

Installation: Preparation

To use your JVC PnP in your car or at home, it is required to separately purchase either KS-K6012 Car Docking Kit or KS-K6013 Home Docking Kit.

KS-K6012 includes...

• Installations

• Car Docking Cradle

• Suction Cup Mount

• Cigarette Lighter Adapter

•Magnetic Roof-mount SIRIUS Antenna

Note: KS-K6012 does not include any connecting cord; however, you can also use an optional audio cord or a cassette adapter to send the signals to your car stereo.

KS-K6013 includes...

• Installations

• Home Docking Cradle

• SIRIUS Antenna

•Power Supply

• Audio Cord

How to Remove Your JVC PnP from the Docking Cradle

Slide the locking knob on the back of the cradle into the unlock position and gently slide JVC PnP out of the cradle.

CAUTION:

Do not put JVC PnP in the cradle until you have completed the installation unless it is required for testing.

Installation in Your Car with KS-K6012

CAUTION:

Do not plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the cigarette lighter until you have completed the installation.

Installing in Your Car

For more illustrated explanations, refer to the Installations supplied with your Car Docking Kit.

Determine where you want to mount JVC PnP.

• Do not install JVC PnP where it may obstruct your view through the windshield or your view of your car’s indicator displays.

• Do not install JVC PnP where it will hinder your access to the car’s controls.

• Do not install JVC PnP where it may hinder the function of safety devices such as an airbag. Doing so may prevent the airbag from functioning properly in the event of an accident.

•Find a location that provides good visibility of and access to JVC PnP’s front panel.

Attach the supplied suction cup mount to the car docking cradle using the supplied screws.

•When using other screws, use screws less than 8 mm (3/8 inch) long with a diameter of 4 mm (3/16 inch).

Plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the back of the cradle—DC 12 V.

Installation in Your Car with KS-K6012 (continued)

Finding the Best Antenna Mounting Location

Temporarily plug the antenna into the back of the cradle—ANT. until it is firmly secured.

Find an antenna location on a metal surface of your car—at least 30 cm × 30 cm (12 inches × 12 inches), and at least 15 cm (6 inches) from a window.

•The antenna’s powerful magnet will secure it to the metal surface. Best reception is achieved with the antenna

• mounted on the roof or the trunk for convertibles.

• If your car has a roof rack or skid ribs, it may be necessary to mount the antenna off-center.

Temporarily plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the cigarette lighter.

Slide JVC PnP all the way into the cradle so that the connector at the bottom of the unit makes proper contact in the cradle.

Slide the locking knob on the back of the cradle into the lock position.

Press the (POWER) button to turn on your JVC PnP.

Activate the FM signal transmitter and preset the frequency

27).

• It is recommended to preset the same frequency

(see “2 FM Transmitter” on page

into your car stereo as you have selected so you can easily tune in to the frequency.

Note: You can also connect a cassette adapter or an audio cord (both not supplied) to the AUDIO jack to send the signals to your car stereo.

An optional hard-wired FM transmitter—FM Switching Box Assembly (Parts No. 112C3159) is available. By connecting this Assembly between the FM OUT terminal of the cradle and the antenna input terminal of your car stereo, you can obtain stable and reliable transmission/reception.

Running the Antenna Cable

Before routing the antenna cable, confirm that the antenna is mounted in a good location.

Press the (POWER) button to turn off your JVC PnP.

• If your JVC PnP has been properly connected and the antenna is receiving the SIRIUS signal, you will hear audio. If your JVC PnP has not been properly

• connected, “Antenna Error” will appear on the display of your JVC PnP. Check the connections and the antenna location. – Make sure your car is not in a garage, or

somewhere the satellite signal could be blocked.

Slide the locking knob into the unlock position.

Remove your JVC PnP from the cradle.

Unplug the cigarette lighter adapter from the cigarette lighter and the antenna from the cradle.

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Installation in Your Car with KS-K6012 (continued)

Route the cable from the antenna into the trunk by tucking it underneath the rubber molding around the rear window.

• Route the cable from the lowest point of the rear window. Take advantage of any existing cable channels or wiring conduits.

•For SUVs, minivans & 5-door vehicles, bring the cable into the car under the rubber molding for the tailgate, and continue under the interior trim.

From the trunk, route the cable around the passenger compartment and to the back of the cradle.

CAUTION:

• Do not pull the cable across sharp edges that could damage it.

• Do not route the cable nearby areas where it could become tangled in the driver’s or passenger’s feet.

Plug the antenna into the back of the cradle— ANT. until it is firmly secured.

Plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the cigarette lighter.

Attach the SIRIUS antenna to the metal surface of the car, such as the roof of your car.

Note: It is strongly recommended to unplug the

cigarette lighter adapter after you turn off the car ignition.

Installation in a Home with KS-K6013

Installation in a Home

For more illustrated explanations, refer to the Installations supplied with your Home Docking Kit.

Plug the audio cord’s mini connector into the back of the cradle—AUDIO.

Plug the audio cord’s white (L ch) and red (R ch) connectors into your audio system.

Plug the power supply into the back of the cradle—DC 12 V.

Plug the antenna into the back of the cradle— ANT. until it is firmly secured.

Place the included antenna near a window.

• Use the map on the next column as a general

placement guideline. See also “0 Antenna Aiming” on page 31.

You can also use FM signal transmitter to output the sound of JVC PnP to your FM tuner. When you use this function, see “2 FM Transmitter” on page 27.

SIRIUS Satellite Map

Due to the paths of SIRIUS satellites over the US, the best location for the antenna in your home depends on where you live. Use the map below as a general placement guideline.

1 : Place the antenna at an EAST-facing

Area

window.

Area 2 : Place the antenna OUTSIDE, away from any

overhead obstructions.

3 : Place the antenna at a WEST-facing window.

Area Area 4 : Place the antenna at a NORTH- or EAST-

facing window.

5 : Place the antenna at a NORTH-facing

Area

window.

Area 6 : Place the antenna at a WEST- or NORTH-

facing window.

1 2 3

4 5 6

JVC PnP’s Controls and Features

SIRIUS Radio Remote Controller

4 5

7 8

Replacing the battery in the Remote Controller

Lithium coin battery (CR2032)

q w e

5 6

1. While pushing the lock lever (1),

2. Replace the new battery on the

2032

3. Insert the battery holder back into

MEMO

SELECT

MUTE

CAT

DISP

q e

POWER

CAT

BAND

DIRECT

JUMP

pull out the battery holder (2).

battery holder with the + side facing up.

position.

1 Main display 2 JUMP

Tunes into the Jump Preset channel.

(POWER)

Turns the power on and off.

4 1

Fast-reverses recorded program.

5 BAND / P.TUNE

Selects the 5 bands of preset channels. Also enters and exits from the Preset Tuning mode if pressed and held.

6 MEMO (memory) / S-SEEK

Stores and recalls information about the current program.

7 CH (channel) 5 / ∞ (CH + / –)

CAT (category) 3 / 2 (CAT + / –)

Navigate through channels, categories and Menu Options screens.

8 ¡

Fast-forwards recorded program.

9 SEL (SELECT)

On the menu and channel list screens: Selects an

• item highlighted.

• On the Normal Operation screen or the Preset Tuning mode screen: Only on the main unit— returns to the previous channel if pressed and held.

p ∑/8

Pauses programs or starts playback of the recording.

q MENU

Enters and exits from the Menu Options settings.

w Number keys 1 – 6 (0 – 9)

Enter the channel numbers (0 – 9) or preset numbers (1 – 6) directly.

e DISP (display)

Changes text size of the artist/team name and song title/score if pressed. Also enters and exits from the Channel List if pressed and held.

r DIRECT

Enables access to channels directly by number keys.

t MUTE

Mutes sounds.

y Insulation sheet

When you use the remote controller for the first time, pull out this sheet.

Activating Your SIRIUS Subscription

Before you can listen to JVC PnP, you must subscribe to SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s service.

1. Make sure that your JVC PnP is properly connected

and that the antenna is oriented to receive the SIRIUS satellite signal (see Installation sections for details).

2.Press

After displaying the SIRIUS logo, JVC PnP updates all Sirius channels. “UPDATING CHANNELS” appears on the top line and “X% Completed” (0%-20%-40%-60%-80%-100%) appears on the bottom line as the updating goes on.

Once all updated SIRIUS channels are received, “Call 1-888-539-SIRIUS to Subscribe” appears on the display and JVC PnP now tunes in to the SIRIUS Satellite Radio’s Preview Channel (Ch184).

•You cannot tune in to any other channels until

(POWER) to turn on your JVC PnP.

Note: Do not press any button or perform any operation until updating has been completed.

you activate your SIRIUS subscription.

3. Press MENU to enter the Menu Options settings.

4. Press CH 5 (or CH + on the remote controller) or

CH ∞ (or CH –) until “Sirius ID” is highlighted,

then press SEL (or SELECT). Now your unit’s unique 12-digit SIRIUS ID Number appears on the display.

• This SIRIUS ID number is also printed on your

JVC PnP packaging.

•Write the number down and have your credit card

handy.

5. Contact SIRIUS on the Internet at

<http://activate.siriusradio.com/>.

•Follow the prompts to activate your subscription.

•You can also call SIRIUS toll-free at 1-888-539-

SIRIUS (7474).

Basic Operation

After you have successfully activated your SIRIUS subscription, the Normal Operation screen will appear: Press CH 5 / ∞ (or CH + / – on the remote controller) to select channels.

• The selected channel will automatically start playing, and the artist name (or team name) and the song title (or score) currently playing will scroll across the display.

If you want to listen to a different entertainment category...

1.Press CAT 3 / 2 (or CAT + / – on the remote

controller) once to activate the Category Selection screen.

2.Press CAT 3 / 2 (or CAT + / – on the remote

controller) repeatedly to scroll through music and entertainment categories.

3.When the category you want is highlighted, press

CH 5 / ∞ (or CH + / –) to highlight the channel you want to listen to, then press SEL (or SELECT on the remote controller). The display returns to the Normal Operation screen for that channel.

•To go back to the previously selected channel, press and hold SEL on the main unit.

Normal Operation screen

To turn off the power, press

(POWER).

Category Selection screen

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