JVC MX-GC5A, MX-GC5C, MX-GC5J, MX-GC5, CA-MXGC5 Instructions Manual

MX-GC5

—Consists of CA-MXGC5 and SP-MXGC5

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

MX-GC5 COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT1344-001A

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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.

SP-MXGC5 SP-MXGC5CA-MXGC5

Warnings, Cautions and Others

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

CAUTION

For U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, 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.

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

Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For the main unit:

Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: MX-GC5

Trade Name: JVC
Responsible Party: JVC Americas Corp.

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.

ATTENTION

Afin d’éviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’incendie, 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.

Address: 1700 Valley Road, Wayne

Telephone Number: 973-317-5000
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

For Canada/pour le Canada

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: 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.

New Jersey 07470

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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

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
NUMIRIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME
SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR: “APPAREILS NUMERIQUES”,
NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES
COMMUNICATIONS.

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

CAUTION!

To avoid personal injury or accidentally
dropping the unit, have two persons unpack,
carry, and install the unit.

ATTENTION!

Pour éviter toute blessure personnelle ou
chute accidentelle de lappareil, faites
déballer, transporter et installer lappareil
par deux personnes.

24.0 kg / 53 lbs

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 PRODUITS LASER

1. PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1

2. ATTENTION: N’ouvrez pas le couvercle supérieur. Il n’y a aucune pièce réparable par l’utilisateur à l’intérieur de l’appareil;
confiez toute réparation à un personnel qualifié.

3. ATTENTION: Risque de radiations laser visible et invisible quand l’appareil est ouvert et que le système de verrouillage ne
fonctionne pas ou a été mis hors service. Évitez toute exposition directe au rayon.

4. REPRODUCTION DE L’ÉTIQUETTE: ÉTIQUETTE DE PRÉCAUTION PLACÉE À L’INTERIEUR DE L’APPAREIL.

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 10 cm or more.

Front view

Face

15 cm

15

(5

/16 in.)

SP-MXGC5

* About the cooling fan

A cooling fan is mounted on the rear panel of the unit to prevent abnormal temperature inside the unit, thus assuring normal operation of the
unit. The cooling fan automatically starts rotating to intake external cool air when the volume is increased up to more than a certain level.

* À propos du ventilateur de refroidissement

Un ventilateur de refroidissement se trouve sur le panneau arrière de l’appareil afin d’éviter la création d’une température anormale à l’intérieur
de l’appareil et permettre ainsi un fonctionnement normal de l’appareil. Le ventilateur de refroidissement commence à tourner et à aspirer de
l’air frais automatiquement quand le volume est augmenté au-dessus d’un certain niveau.

7

(

1 cm

/16 in.)

15 cm

15

(5

CA-MXGC5

/16 in.)

(7/16 in.)

1 cm

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.

Side view

Côté

Cooling fan*

15 cm

(5

SP-MXGC5

Ventilateur de refroidissement*

15

/16 in.)

15 cm

15

(5

/16 in.)

10 cm

15

(3

/16 in.)

CA-MXGC5

15 cm

(5

15

/16 in.)

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Introduction

We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products.

Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to

obtain the best possible performance from your unit, and retain this manual

for future reference.

About This Manual

This manual is organized as follows:

• The manual mainly explains operations using the

buttons and controls on the remote control. You can also
use the buttons on the unit if they have the same or
similar names (or marks) as those on the remote
control.
If operation using the unit is different from that using
the remote control, it is then explained.

• Basic and common information that is the same for many
functions is grouped in one place, and is not repeated in
each procedure. For instance, we do not repeat the
information about turning on/off the unit, setting the
volume, changing the sound effects, and others, which are
explained in the section “Common Operations” on pages
10 to 12.

• The following marks are used in this manual:

Gives you warnings and cautions to prevent
damage or risk of fire/electric shock.
Also gives you information which is not good
for obtaining the best possible performance
from the unit.

Gives you information and hints you had better
know.

Power sources

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

DO NOT handle the AC power cord with wet
hands.

Moisture condensation

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

• After starting heating in the room

• In a damp room

• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm place

Should this occur, the unit may malfunction. In this case,
leave the unit turned on for a few hours until the moisture
evaporates, unplug the AC power cord, and then plug it in
again.

Others

• Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the unit,
unplug the unit and consult your dealer before operating
any further.

• If you are not going to operate the unit for an extended
period of time, unplug the AC power cord from the wall
outlet.

DO NOT disassemble the unit since there are no
user serviceable parts inside.

Precautions

Installation

• Do not grasp the control knobs when moving or carrying
the unit.

• Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor
too cold—between 5˚C and 35˚C (41˚F and 95˚F).

• Install the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to
prevent internal heat built-up in the unit.

• Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV.

• Keep the speakers away from the TV to avoid interference
with TV.

DO NOT install the unit in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or vibration.

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If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and
consult your dealer.

Contents

Location of the Buttons and Controls ....................... 3

Getting Started............................................................ 6

Unpacking .................................................................. 6

Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control ........... 6

Connecting Antennas ................................................. 6

Connecting Speakers .................................................. 7

Connecting Other Equipment ..................................... 8

Canceling the Display Demonstration ....................... 8

Saving the Power Consumption while on Standby—

ECO mode ............................................................ 8

Connecting a Computer.............................................. 9

Common Operations ................................................ 10

Turning On or Off the Power ................................... 10

Setting the Clock ...................................................... 10

Selecting the Sources ............................................... 10

Adjusting the Volume ............................................... 11

Reinforcing the Bass Sound ..................................... 11

Enjoying the Powerful Sound—RHYTHM AX ....... 11

Selecting the Sound Modes ...................................... 12

Turning On or Off the Key-touch Tone .................... 12

Listening to the Radio .............................................. 13

Tuning in to a Station—Auto Search ....................... 13

Presetting Stations .................................................... 13

Tuning in to a Preset Station .................................... 13

Playing Back CDs ..................................................... 14

Loading discs ........................................................... 14

Continuous Playback ................................................ 14

Basic CD Operations ................................................ 16

Changing the MP3 Playback Mode.......................... 17

Turning On or Off the Resume Play for MP3 Disc ...
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks—

Program Play ...................................................... 18

Playing at Random—Random Play ......................... 19

Repeating Tracks or CDs—Repeat Play .................. 19

Prohibiting Disc Ejection—Carrousel Lock ............ 19

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

Using Daily Timer .................................................... 20

Using Sleep Timer .................................................... 21

Troubleshooting ........................................................ 22

Maintenance .............................................................. 23

Specifications............................................................. 24

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Location of the Buttons and Controls

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Become familiar with the buttons and controls on your unit.

Front Panel

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Display Window

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Continued

See pages in the parentheses for details.

Front Panel

1 Display window
2 RHYTHM AX lamp (11)
3 DEMO button (8)
4 ECO button (8)
5 STANDBY lamp (10)
6 (standby/on) button (10)
7 • 7 (stop) button (15, 19)

• BEEP button (12)

8 • TUNING – button (13)

• 1 (fast reverse) button (16)

9 • PRESET +/– control (13)

• ¢ / 4 (forward search/reverse search) control

(16, 17)

p Source selecting buttons

• CD 6 (play/pause) button (10, 14, 15, 16)

• FM/AM button (10, 13)

• AUX/USB button (8 – 10)

Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit.

q PHONES jack (11)
w USB AUDIO terminal (9)
e Carrousel
r SUBWOOFER lamp (11)
t Remote sensor (5)
y DISC SKIP button (14, 16)
u Disc tray selecting buttons and lamps (10, 14 – 16)

• CD1, CD2, and CD3 buttons

Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit.

i 0 (carrousel open/close) button (14 – 16, 19)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

o • TUNING + button (13)

• ¡ (fast forward) button (16)

; VOLUME +/– control (11)

a Sound effect controls

• SOUND MODE control (12)

• RHYTHM AX control (11)

• SUBWOOFER +/– control (11)

s AUX jack (8)

Display Window

1 BEEP ON indicator
2 Timer indicators

• DAILY (daily timer), SLEEP (sleep timer), and
(timer) indicators

3 Main display

• Shows the source name, frequency, etc.

4 PROGRAM indicator
5 RANDOM indicator
6 REPEAT mode indicators

• REPEAT ALL, 1, DISC indicators

7 Volume level, Subwoofer level and Sound mode pattern

indicators

8 TRACK indicator
9 GROUP indicator
0 Disc tray number (CD No., 1, 2, and 3) indicators

• Shows tray and playback conditions.

- Sound effect indicators

• S.MODE (sound mode) and SURR. (surround)
indicators

= Tuner operation indicators

• ST (stereo) and MONO indicators

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1 Number buttons (13, 17, 18)
2 DISPLAY button (10)
3 4/1 (reverse search/fast reverse) button

(10, 13, 16 – 18, 20, 21)

4 Disc tray selecting buttons (10, 14 – 16, 18, 19)

• CD1, CD2, and CD3 buttons

5 REPEAT button (19)
6 PROGRAM/RANDOM button (18, 19)
7 FM/AM button (10, 13)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

8 SUBWOOFER LEVEL +/– buttons (11)
9 SOUND MODE button (12)
p FADE MUTING button (11)
q STANDBY/ON button (10, 21)
w SLEEP button (21)
e CANCEL button (10, 18, 20, 21)
r SET/RESUME button (10, 13, 17, 20, 21)
t • FM MODE button (13)

• MP3 button (17)

y CLOCK/TIMER button (10, 20, 21)
u ¢/¡ (forward search/fast forward) button

(10, 13, 16 – 18, 20, 21)

i 7 (stop) button (15, 18, 19)
o CD 6 (play/pause) button (10, 14 – 18)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

; AUX/USB button (8 – 10)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

a RHYTHM AX button (11)
s BEEP button (12)
d VOLUME +/– button (11)

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When using the remote control, point it at
the remote sensor on the front panel.

FM coaxial

AM
LOOP

GND

AM EXT

(75 )

ANTENNA

Getting Started

AM
LOOP

GND

AM EXT

ANTENNA

FM coaxial

(75 )

Do not connect the AC power cord until all other
connections have been made.

Continued

Unpacking

After unpacking, check to be sure that you have all the
following items.
The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity of each
piece supplied.

• FM antenna (1)

• AM loop antenna (1)

• Remote control (1)

• Batteries (2)

If any is missing, consult your dealer immediately.

Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control

Insert the batteries—R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F)—into the remote
control, by matching the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries
with the + and – markings on the battery compartment.
When the remote control can no longer operate the unit,
replace both batteries at the same time.

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Connecting Antennas

FM antenna

FM antenna (supplied)

1

Attach the FM antenna to the FM [75 Ω]
coaxial terminal.

2

Extend the FM antenna.

3

Fasten it up in the position which gives you
the best reception, then fix it on the wall, etc.

2

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

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• DO NOT use an old battery together with a new one.

• DO NOT use different types of batteries together.

• DO NOT expose batteries to heat or flame.

• DO NOT leave the batteries in the battery
compartment when you are not going to use the
remote control for an extended period of time.
Otherwise, the remote control will be damaged from
battery leakage.

About the supplied FM antenna

The FM antenna supplied with this unit can be used as temporary
measure. If reception is poor, you can connect an outdoor FM
antenna (not supplied).

To connect an outdoor FM antenna

Before connecting it, disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

Outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)

A 75 Ω antenna with coaxial type connector should be
used.

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