JVC KX-KC15, MX-KC2 User Manual

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

SYSTEME DE COMPOSANTS COMPACT

MX-KC2

Consists of CA-MXKC2 and SP-MXKC2
Se compose de CA-MXKC2 et de SP-MXKC2

MX-KC15

Consists of CA-MXKC15 and SP-MXKC15
Se compose de CA-MXKC15 et de SP-MXKC15

EnglishFrançais

INSTRUCTIONS

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

LVT1346-001A

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Warnings, Cautions and Others /
Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses

(For U.S.A)

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magni­tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and mainte­nance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to section 820-40 of the NEC which
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in partic­ular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building, as close to the
point of cable entry as practical.

For Canada/pour le Canada

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,

MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
PRECAUTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA
PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET
POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.

CAUTION –– % STANDBY/ON button !

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely
(all lamps and indications go off). The % STANDBY/ON
button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.

• When the unit is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.

• When the unit is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off.
The power can be remote controlled.

For Canada/pour le Canada

THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B
LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL
APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING
EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED “DIGITAL APPARATUS,”
ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.

CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE
BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS
NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME
SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR: “APPAREILS
NUMERIQUES”, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES
COMMUNICATIONS.

ATTENTION –– Touche % STANDBY/ON

Déconnectez la fiche de secteur pour mettre l’appareil
complètement hors tension (tous les témoins et toutes les
indications s’éteignent). La touche % STANDBY/ON dans
n’importe quelle position ne déconnec-te pas l’appareil du
secteur.

• Quand l’appareil est en mode d’attente, le témoin
STANDBY est al-lumé en rouge.

• Quand l’appareil est sous tension, le témoin STANDBY
s’éteint.

L’alimentation ne peut pas être commandée à distance.

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IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qual­ified service personnel.

3. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open
and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to
beam.

4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED
INSIDE THE UNIT.

IMPORTANT POUR LES PRODUITS LASER

1. PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1

2. ATTENTION: Radiation laser visible quand l’appareil est
ouvert ou que le verrouillage est en panne ou désactivé.
Eviter une exposition directe au rayon.

3. ATTENTION: Ne pas ouvrir le couvercle du dessus. Il n’y a
aucune pièce utilisable à l’intérieur. Laisser à un personnel
qualifié le soin de réparer votre appareil.

4. REPRODUCTION DES ETIQUETTES: ETIQUETTE
D’AVERTISSEMENT PLACÉE À L’INTERIEUR DE L’APPA­REIL

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:

1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.

2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

3. To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot, fully insert.

CAUTION

1. Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able
to get out.)

2. Do not place any naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on the apparatus.

3. When discarding batteries, environmental prob­lems must be considered and local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be
followed strictly.

4. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, drip­ping or splashing and that no objects filled with liq­uids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.

Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent dam­age, locate the apparatus as follows:

1. Front:
No obstructions and open spacing.

2. Sides/ Top/ Back:
No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown
by the dimensions below.

3. Bottom:
Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air
path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height

of 10cm (3

15

/16 in.) or more.

ATTENTION

Afin d’èviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’lncendie. etc.:

1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir le coffret de
l’appareil.

2. Ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ni à l’humidité.

3. Pour éviter tout risque d’électrocution, faites correspondre la fiche
large de la prise à la fente large puis insérez-la complètement.

ATTENTION

1. Ne bloquez pas les orifices ou les trous de ventila­tion. (Si les orifices ou les trous de ventilation sont
bloqués par un journal un tissu, etc., la chaleur pent
ne pas être évacuée correctement de l’appareil.)

2. Ne placez aucune source de flamme nue, telle
qu’une bougie, sur l’appareil.

3. Lors de la mise au rebut des piles, veuillez prendre
en considération les problèmes de l’environnement
et suivre strictement les règles et, les lois locales
sur la mise au rebut des piles.

4. N’exposez pas cet appareil à la pluie, à l’humidité, à
un égouttement ou à des éclaboussures et ne
placez pas des objets remplis de liquide, tels qu’un
vase, sur l’appareil.

Attention: Aération correcte

Pour prévenir tout risque de décharge électrique ou d’in­cendie et éviter toute détérioration, installez l’appareil de la
manière suivante:

1. Avant:
Bien dégagé de tout objet.

2. Côtés/dessus/dessous:
Assurez-vous que rien ne bloque les espaces indiqués
sur le schéma ci-dessous.

3. Dessous:
Posez l’appareil sur une surface plane et horizontale.
Veillez à ce que sa ventilation correcte puisse se faire
en le plaçant sur un support d’au moins dix
centimètres de hauteur.

Front view
Face

15cm

15

(5 in)

/

16

1cm

7

( in)

/

16

15cm

15

(5 in)

/

16

1cm

7

( in)

Side view
Côt

15cm

/

16

15

(5 in)

/

16

10cm

15

/

(3 in)

16

15cm

15

(5 in)

/

16

15cm

15

(5 in)

/

16

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact Component System.
We hope it will be a valued addition to your home, giving you years of enjoyment.
Be sure to read this instruction manual carefully before operating your new stereo system.

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In it you will find all the information you need to set up and use the system.
If you have a query that is not answered by the manual, please contact your dealer.

Features

Here are some of the things that make your System both powerful and simple to use.

❏ The controls and operations have been redesigned to make them very easy to use, freeing you to just enjoy the

music.

• With JVC’s COMPU PLAY you can turn on the System and automatically start the Radio, Cassette Deck, or
CD Player with a single touch.

❏ The great SEA (Sound Effect Amplifier) effects Rock, Pop and Classics are provided.

❏ The Active Bass EX. (Extension) circuitry faithfully reproduces low frequency sounds.

❏ A 45-station preset capability (30 FM and 15 AM) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning.

❏ CD changer function can operate 3 discs.

• Discs can be changed during play using the Carrousel tray (rotational tray).

• Continuous or program play of 3 discs.

❏ Two Decks enabling tape dubbing.

❏ Timer functions; Daily Timer, REC (Recording) Timer, and Sleep Timer.

❏ You can connect various external units, such as an MD recorder.

❏ The CD Player can play back a CD-R and CD-RW.

How This Manual Is Organized

• Basic information that is the same for many different functions - e.g. setting the volume - is given in the section “Basic Operations”,
and not repeated under each function.

• The names of buttons/controls and display messages are written in all capital letters: e.g. FM/AM, “NO DISC”.

• If the button names on the Unit and the Remote Control are the same, the description on where the button is used will be omitted.

• System functions are written with an initial capital letter only: e.g. Normal Play.

Use the table of contents to look up specific information you require.
We have enjoyed making this manual for you, and hope it serves you in enjoying the many features built into your System.

IMPORTANT CAUTIONS

Installation of the System

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• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold. (Between 5°C and 35°C or 41°F and 95°F.)

• Leave sufficient distance between the System and a TV.

• Do not use the System in a place subject to vibrations.

Power cord

2

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!

• Some power is always consumed as long as the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.

• When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.

Malfunctions, etc.

3

• There are no user serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.

• Do not insert any metallic object into the System.

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Table of Contents

Introduction ...................................................................................................................1

Features.................................................................................................................................................... 1

How This Manual Is Organized............................................................................................................... 1

IMPORTANT CAUTIONS..................................................................................................................... 1

Table of Contents ..........................................................................................................2

Getting Started ..............................................................................................................3

Accessories .............................................................................................................................................. 3

How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control.......................................................................................... 3

Using the Remote Control....................................................................................................................... 3

Connecting the FM Antenna.................................................................................................................... 4

Connecting the AM Antenna................................................................................................................... 5

Connecting the Speakers ......................................................................................................................... 5

Connecting External Equipment.............................................................................................................. 6

Connecting to the Wall Outlet................................................................................................................. 6

DEMO Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 6

COMPU Play........................................................................................................................................... 6

Basic Operations ...........................................................................................................7

Turning the Power On and Off................................................................................................................ 7

ECO Mode (ECO) ................................................................................................................................... 7

Adjusting the Volume.............................................................................................................................. 7

Fade-out Muting (FADE MUTING) ....................................................................................................... 8

Reinforcing the Bass Sound (ACTIVE BASS EX.)................................................................................ 8

Selecting the Sound Mode (SOUND MODE)......................................................................................... 8

Entering the Number with the Remote Control (Numeric Keys) ............................................................ 8

Changing the Display .............................................................................................................................. 8

Using the Tuner .............................................................................................................9

Tuning In a Station .................................................................................................................................. 9

Presetting Stations ................................................................................................................................. 10

To Change the FM Reception Mode ..................................................................................................... 10

Using the CD Player ....................................................................................................11

To Load CDs ......................................................................................................................................... 12

To Unload CDs...................................................................................................................................... 12

Changing the MP3 Playback Mode....................................................................................................... 12

Basics of Using the CD Player-Normal Play......................................................................................... 13

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks...................................................................................... 14

Random Play.......................................................................................................................................... 15

Repeating Tracks ................................................................................................................................... 15

Resume Play for MP3 Disc ................................................................................................................... 15

Tray Lock Function ............................................................................................................................... 15

Using the Cassette Deck (Listening to a Tape) ........................................................16

Playing a Tape ....................................................................................................................................... 16

Using the Cassette Deck (Recording) ......................................................................17

Standard Recording ............................................................................................................................... 18

CD Synchro Recording.......................................................................................................................... 18

Tape to Tape Recording (DUBBING)................................................................................................... 18

Using an External Equipment .................................................................................... 19

Listening to the External Equipment..................................................................................................... 19

Using the Timers ......................................................................................................... 20

Setting the Clock ................................................................................................................................... 20

Fixing the Clock .................................................................................................................................... 20

Setting the Daily Timer ......................................................................................................................... 21

Setting the REC (Recording) Timer...................................................................................................... 22

Setting the SLEEP Timer ...................................................................................................................... 24

Timer Priority ........................................................................................................................................ 24

Care And Maintenance................................................................................................25

Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................26

Specification ................................................................................................................26

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Getting Started

Accessories

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Make sure that you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the System.

AM Loop Antenna (1)
FM Wire Antenna (1)
Remote Control (1)
Batteries (2)

If any of these items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.

How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control

Match the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries with the + and – markings in the battery compartment.

R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F)

CAUTION:

• Handle batteries properly.

❏ To avoid battery leakage or explosion:

• Remove batteries when the Remote Control will not be used for a long time.

• When you need to replace the batteries, replace both batteries at the same time with new ones.

• Do not use an old battery with a new one.

• Do not use different types of batteries together.

Using the Remote Control

The Remote Control makes it easy to use many of the functions of the System from a distance of up to 7m away.
You need to point the Remote Control at the remote sensor on the System’s front panel.

Remote sensor

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CAUTION:

• Make all connections before plugging the System into an AC power outlet.

Connecting the FM Antenna

Using the Supplied Wire Antenna

FM wire antenna

Getting Started

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Using the Coaxial Type Connector (Not supplied)

A 75-ohm antenna with coaxial type connector (IEC or DIN45 325) should be connected to the FM 75-ohm COAXIAL terminal.

If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna.

FM outdoor antenna

(Not supplied)

Coaxial cable

• Before attaching a 75 ohm coaxial lead (the kind with a round wire going to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the supplied
FM Wire Antenna.

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Getting Started

Connecting the AM Antenna

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Rear Panel of the Unit

AM antenna wire (not supplied)
If reception is poor, connect the outside antenna.

Turn the loop until you
have the best reception.

AM loop antenna (Supplied)

Attach the AM loop to its base by snapping the
tabs on the loop into the slot in the base.

• Even when connecting an outside AM antenna, keep the indoor AM loop connected.

CAUTION:

• To avoid noise, keep antennas away from the System, the connecting cord and the AC power cord.

Connecting the Speakers

Connect the right speaker to the RIGHT speaker terminals and the left speaker to the LEFT speaker terminals. “Right” / “Left” is labeled
on the rear of the speaker.

1. Open each of the terminals to connect the speaker wire leads.

2. Connect the speaker cords to the Speaker terminals of the Unit.
Connect the gray (+) and gray with black stripe (–) cords of the right side speaker to the red (+) and black (–) terminals marked RIGHT
on the System.
Connect the gray (+) and gray with black stripe (–) cords of the left side speaker to the red (+) and black (–) terminals marked LEFT on
the System.

3. Close each of the terminals.

Right side (rear view)

Gray with
black stripe

Gray

Gray

Gray with
black stripe

Left side (rear view)

CAUTIONS:

• A TV may display irregular colors if located near the speakers. If this happens, set the speakers away
from the TV.

• Use speakers with the correct impedance only. The correct impedance is indicated on the rear panel.

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Connecting External Equipment

Getting Started

Connect a signal cord with stereo mini plugs (not supplied) between the System’s AUX IN jack on the front panel and the audio output jack
or output terminals of the external portable CD, MD player, STB, etc.
You can then listen to the external source through the System.

Signal cord (not supplied)

To audio output of
external equipment.

White

Lch

Rch

Red

Connecting to the Wall Outlet

Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet.
Now, your System is at your command!

DEMO Mode

When the System is connected to the wall outlet, a DEMO mode displaying some of the system’s features automatically starts.

To turn the DEMO display off, press any of the operation buttons. The DEMO display automatically stops.
To turn the DEMO display on, press the CANCEL/DEMO button on the Unit for more than 2 seconds.

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(For 2 seconds)

• While the System is turned on, the DEMO display will automatically starts if no operation is made for 2 minutes. To cancel
this auto DEMO display function, press the CANCEL/DEMO button on the Unit during DEMO display.

COMPU Play

JVC’s COMPU PLAY feature lets you control the most frequently used System functions with a single touch.
With One Touch Operation you can play a CD, a tape, turn on the radio, or listen to an external equipment with a single press of the play
button for that function. One Touch Operation turns the power on for you, then starts the function you have specified. If the System is not
ready (no CD or tape in place), the System still powers on so you can insert a CD or tape.
How One Touch Operation works in each case is explained in the section dealing with that function.
The COMPU PLAY buttons are:

On the Unit

CD 6 button
FM/AM button
TAPE A 3, TAPE B 3 buttons
AUX button
CD1, CD2 and CD 3 buttons
CD Open/Close 0 button

On the Remote Control

CD 6 button
FM/AM button
TAPE A 3, TAPE B 3 buttons
AUX button
CD1, CD2 and CD 3 buttons

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