JVC MX-KC68 User Manual

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15 cm

15 cm

15 cm

10 cm

1 cm

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SP-MXKC68F CA-MXKC68

SP-MXKC68F

SP-MXKC68W

(5-15/16”)

(5-15/16”)

(7/16”)

(7/16”)

(5-15/16”)

(3-15/16”)

1 cm

(7/16”)

Face

Side
Côté

15 cm

15 cm

CA-MXKC68

(5-15/16”)

(5-15/16”)

SP-MXKC38 CA-MXKC38

SP-MXKC38

CA-MXKC38

MX-KC68

— Consists of CA-MXKC68, SP-MXKC68F

and SP-MXKC68W

MX-KC38

— Consists of CA-MXKC38 and SP-MXKC38

Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.

INSTRUCTIONS

GVT0243-001A [J/C]

0108WMKMDWJMM

©2008 Victor Company of Japan, Limited

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.

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

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 products
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.

Le symbole de l’éclair à l’intérieur d’un triangle
équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur
la présence d’une “tension dangereuse” non
isolée dans le boîtier du produit. Cette tension
est suffisante pour provoquer l’électrocution
de personnes.
Le point d’exclamation à l’intérieur d’un triangle
équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur la
présence d’opérations d’entretien importantes
au sujet desquelles des renseignements se
trouvent dans le manuel d’instructions.

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 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.

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

1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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

3. CAUTION: Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser radiation
when open. Do not view directly with optical instruments.
REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT.

4.

IMPORTANT POUR PRODUITS LASER

1. PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1

2. ATTENTION: N’ouvrez pas le couvercle supérieur ni
le coffret de l’appareil. 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: Rayonnement laser visible et/ou invisible
de classe 1M une fois ouvert. Ne pas regarder directement
avec des instruments optiques.

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

CAUTION

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

CAUTION:

Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones
can cause hearing loss.

ATTENTION:

Une pression acoustique excessive des écouteurs ou du
casque d’écoute peut entraîner une perte auditive.

Caution — (STANDBY/ON) button!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely
(the STANDBY lamp goes off). When installing the apparatus,
ensure that the plug is easily accessible. The (STANDBY/ON)
button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.

•

When the system is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.

• When the system is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off.

The power can be remote controlled.

ATTENTION—Touche (STANDBY/ON)!

Déconnectez la fiche secteur pour mettre l’appareil
complètement hors tension (le témoin STANDBY s’éteint). Lors de
l’installation de l’appareil, assurez-vous que la fiche soit facilement
accessible. La touche (STANDBY/ON), dans n’importe quelle
position, ne déconnecte pas l’appareil du secteur.

• Quand l’appareil est en mode d’attente, le témoin STANDBY

est allumé en rouge.

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

L’alimentation peut être commandée à distance.

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.

CAUTION:

• 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.)

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

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

• 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.

ATTENTION:

• 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.)

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

• 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.

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 (3-15/16”) or more.

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.

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

[European Union only]

[Union européenne seulement]

Basic and Common Operations

Basic Operations

To

Turn on or off
(standby) the
power

Select a
source

Adjust the
volume

Drop the
volume in a
moment

On the

System

Display Settings

To

Set the Save
mode

Changing the
display
brightness

Changing the
display
information
(Clock and
source)

On the

System

On the
remote

—

On the

remote

—

—

—

Press

The STANDBY lamp on the System
turns off/on.

See “Playing Back a Disc” on page 4.

See “Listening to iPod” on page 6.

Press repeatedly to select “FM,” “AM,” or
“AUDIO IN”.

• For “FM” and “AM,” see “Listening to
FM and AM Broadcasts” on page 5.

• For “AUDIO IN,” see “Listening to
Digital Audio Player” on page 6.

You can adjust the volume level from
level 0 (“VOLUME MIN”) to level 31
(“VOLUME MAX”).

To restore the volume, press again, or
adjust the volume level.

Press

Press when the System is on standby.

• Setting the Save mode allows you
to reduce power consumption by
turning the display off while on
standby.

To cancel this function, press again.
Press repeatedly to select a brightness
level.

Press briefly.
For setting the clock, see “Setting the

Clock and Using Timers” on page 5.

NOTE

DO NOT turn off (standby) the System with the volume set to an extremely high
level; otherwise, the sudden blast of sound can damage your hearing, speakers
and/or headphones when you turn on the System or start playback.

How to cancel the
demonstration

Press and hold CANCEL/
DEMO button while
on standby. (Refer to
the attached sheet
“Information about the
demonstration function”.)

STANDBY lamp

PHONES jack

Using Headphones

Be sure to turn down the volume
before connecting or putting on the
headphones.

• Connecting the headphones will
deactivate the speakers.

• Sound adjustments also affect the sound
through the headphones.

Stereo mini plug

Sound Adjustment

To

Reinforce the
heavy sound

Select a
sound mode

Change the
subwoofer
level (only for
MX-KC68)

On the

System

—

On the

remote

Press

• Sound Turbo indicator lights up.

To cancel this function, press again.
Press repeatedly to select a sound

mode you want.

(Off )

Press repeatedly to select a subwoofer
level.

: SUBWOOFER1
: SUBWOOFER2
: SUBWOOFER3

31

iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Point at the remote sensor on the front panel.
(The operating range is approx. 7 m (23 ft).)

Display Information

Main display

File type indicators
(See page 4.)

(See page 5.)

indicator (See page 4.)

Play mode indicators
(See page 4.)

Sound Turbo indicator (See the left table.)Timer mode indicators

Subwoofer level indicator (See the left table.)

Sound mode indicator (See the left table.)A.STBY (Auto Standby)

FM reception indicators
(See page 5.)

Precautions

Notes on the power cord

• When you are away on travel or otherwise for an extended period of time, remove the plug
from the wall outlet. A small amount of power (less than 1 W) is always consumed while 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.

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the System or moving the System.

• Do not alter, twist or pull the power cord, or put anything heavy on it, which may cause fire,

electric shock, or other accidents.

• If the cord is damaged, consult a dealer and have the power cord replaced with a new one.

Avoid moisture, water, dust, and high temperatures

• Do not place the System in moist or dusty places.

• If water gets inside the System, turn off the power and remove the plug from the wall outlet,

then consult your dealer. Using the System in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock.

• Do not expose the System to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device.

Notes on installation

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

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

• Do not put heavy objects on the System.

To prevent malfunction or damage of the System

• Do not insert any metallic objects, such as wires, hairpins, coins, etc. into the System.

• Do not block the vents.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.

Getting Started

Supplied Accessories

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

• Remote control (x 1) • Batteries (x 2)

• AM loop antenna (x 1) • FM antenna (x 1)

If anything is missing, consult your dealer immediately.

Prepare the Remote Control

Insert the battery into the remote control by matching the polarity (+ and –) correctly.

• If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace both batteries.

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

CAUTION:

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.

• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Connections

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

To connect the FM antenna (supplied)

Extend it so that you can obtain the best reception.

FM antenna
(supplied)

For better FM reception

Outdoor FM antenna

(not supplied)

Disconnect the supplied FM antenna, and connect to an
outdoor FM antenna using a 75 Ω wire with coaxial type
connector.

Subwoofer

Main speaker Main speaker

To assemble the AM loop antenna (supplied)

To connect the AM loop antenna

(Only for

MX-KC68)

To connect the speaker cords

Make sure all speakers are connected correctly and firmly.
When connecting the speaker cords, match the polarity of the

speaker terminals:

• MX-KC68:
– main speakers: blue cord to (+) and black cord to (–)
– subwoofer: red cord to (+) and black cord to (–)

• MX-KC38: red cord to (+) and black cord to (–)

NOTES

• DO NOT connect more than one speaker to each terminal.

• DO NOT allow the

conductor of the
speaker cords to be
in touch with the
metallic parts of the
System.

2 4

To the

subwoofer

To the right

speaker

AM loop antenna (supplied)
Turn it until the best
reception is obtained.

NOTE

• Make sure the antenna conductors do not
touch any other terminals, connecting cords
and power cord. Also, keep the antennas
away from metallic parts of the System,
connecting cords, and the AC power cord.
This could cause poor reception.

To a wall outlet

Plug the AC power cord only
after all connections are
complete.

MX-KC38MX-KC68

To the left

speaker

To the right

speaker

To the left

speaker

Playing Back a Disc

This System can play back...
– CD.
– CD-R/CD-RW recorded in audio CD format (CD-DA) or recorded MP3/WMA files

in ISO 9660 format.

• When playing back an MP3 or WMA track, MP3 or WMA indicator lights on the
display.

Loading a Disc

1

2

3

Basic Disc Operations

Play back
the disc

Stop
playback

Select a
track

Select a
track
number

Forward
search/
Reverse
search

NOTE

• If no disc is inserted, “NO DISC” appears on the main display.

On the System only

To

On the

System

—

Press to open the disc tray.

• When using an 8 cm (3-3/16 inches) disc,
place it on the inner circle of the disc
tray.

Press to close the disc tray.

Press

On the

remote

• Current track number and elapsed
playing time appear on the main
display.

For MP3/WMA files: Before current

track number and elapsed playing
time appear, the tag information is
scrolled if it is recorded.

• During playback, press again to
pause.

• While playback is stopped, total track
number and total playing time (for
MP3/WMA files, group number and
track number) appear on the main
display.

Press to select the next tracks.

Press to go back to the beginning of
the current or previous tracks.

• To select number 5, press 5.

• To select number 25, press 10, 2,

then 5.

Press and hold to fast-forward the track
during playback.

Press and hold to fast-reverse the track
during playback.

To Select a Group (for MP3/WMA only)

1

Press briefly.

2

Select a group number.

3

RESUME Play (for MP3/WMA only)

When you stop the playback by one of the following operations, this System
stores the beginning of the stopped track on the disc.
– Pressing 7 once
– Changing the source

When you start playback again, playback starts from the stored position.
To clear the stored position, turn off the System.

• Opening the disc tray also clears the stored position.

NOTE

This function does not work in program play and random play.

Programming the Playing Order—Program Play

1

2

Repeat step 2 to program other tracks you want.

3

• If you try to program a 51st track, “FULL” will appear on the main display.

4

To Operate on the Program Play Mode

To Pr e ss

Check the
programmed
contents

Add tracks Repeat step 2 above while playback is stopped.

Erase the last
track

Erase the entire
program

Exit from
program play

Select a track number.

• You can use also 4 or ¢ buttons.

Press before you start playback.

• The PROG (program) indicator lights on the display.

• For MP3/WMA files: select a group number, then a

track number.

• For CD: select a track number.

The tracks are played back in the programmed order.

or

Press while playback is stopped.

Press while playback is stopped.

• The track number and the program
number of the new last track appear on
the main display.

Press and hold for 2 seconds.

Press while playback is stopped.

Playing at Random—Random Play

1

2

To Operate on the Random Play Mode

To Pr es s

Skip a track

Exit from
random play

Press before you start playback.

• The RND (random) indicator lights on the display.

Playback starts in random order.
Random Play ends when all tracks are played back.

• 4 goes back to the beginning of the
current track.

Press once while playback is stopped.

Playing Repeatedly—Repeat Play

1

Press repeatedly to specify the repeat mode as follows:

REP 1 Repeats the current (or specified) track.

REP

REP ALL Repeats all tracks.
(Off ) Normal playback

Repeats all tracks in the current group (MP3/
WMA only).

2

Turning off the System Automatically

—AUTO STANDBY function

Press until the A.STBY indicator lights
on the display.

• The A.STBY indicator starts flashing
on the display after playback stops.

If no operation is done for about 3

minutes, the System turns off.

• The AUTO STANDBY function also
works in the following cases:
–

“IPOD” is selected as the source and
no iPod is connected to the System.

–

“AUDIO IN” is selected as the source
and no equipment is connected to
the AUDIO IN terminal.

•

The AUTO STANDBY function does
not work when “FM” or “AM” is
selected as the source.

To cancel this function, press again.

Prohibiting Disc Ejection

You can lock the disc tray so that no one can eject
the loaded disc.

• This is possible while the System is on standby
and the disc tray is closed.

Press and hold

To cancel the prohibition, repeat the same procedure.

On the System only

Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts

Basic Tuner Operations

To

Select FM or AM

Select a frequency

Tune in to a preset station —

Change the FM reception
mode
(When an FM stereo
broadcast is hard to receive
or noisy)
Reduce AM beating noises
(When you hear beating
noises while listening to an
AM station)

Presetting Stations

You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations manually.

Tune in to a station you want to preset.

1

• You can also store the monaural reception mode for FM preset stations if
selected.

2

3

4

Press to activate the preset number entry mode.

• Finish the following steps while the indication on the display is
flashing.

Press to select a preset number for the station you store.

• To select number 5, press 5.

• To select number 25, press

Press to store the station.

On the

System

or

—

—

On the

remote

or

10, 2, then 5.

Press repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM.”

• The selected frequency appears on the main display.

Press and hold for more than 2 seconds.
The System starts searching for stations and stops when a

station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in.

• If an FM program is broadcast in stereo, the ST (stereo)
indicator lights on the display (only when the reception is
good).

• Press during searching to stop.

• Press repeatedly to change the frequency step by step.

Press to select a preset number for the station you store.

• For presetting stations, see below.

Press to improve reception.
The MONO indicator lights on the display.
Reception will improve though the stereo effect is lost.

To restore the stereo effect, press again.

Press repeatedly to select BEAT CUT ON.

Press

Setting the Clock and Using Timers

Setting the Clock

You cannot use Daily Timer until you set the clock.

• “AM 12:00” flashes on the main display until you set the clock.

1

2

• To exit from the clock setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required.

• To go back to the previous step, press CANCEL.

• You can also use the buttons on the System as well.

Setting the Sleep Timer

Setting the Daily Timer

Using Daily Timer, you can wake up with your favorite music.

1

2

3

* When “IPOD” is selected as the playback source, charge

the iPod battery through the iPod terminal (see page 6);
otherwise, Daily Timer may not work.

• To exit from the timer setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as
required.

• To correct a misentry during the process, press CANCEL.
You can return to the previous step.

• You can also use the buttons on the System as well.

Press to activate the clock setting mode.

• If you have already adjusted the clock
before, press the button repeatedly
until the clock setting mode is selected.

or

Press repeatedly to specify the time (in minutes) as follows:

• While the Sleep Timer is working, the SLEEP indicator lights on the display.

• To check the remaining time to turn off after setting the sleep timer, press

once.

Press repeatedly to select “ON”.

1 Adjust the hour then the minute for on-time.

or

2 Adjust the hour then the minute for off-time.
3 Select the playback source—“DISC,” “IPOD*,” “AUDIO IN,” “TUNER FM,” or “TUNER AM.”
4 For FM, AM: Select a preset channel.

For “DISC”: Select a track. (For MP3/WMA: select a group, then a track number.)
For “AUDIO IN”: Make the connected device ready for playback.
5 Select the volume level.

Turn off the System (on standby).

• When the on-time of the daily timer comes, the System sets the volume level gradually to the

Adjust the hour, then the minute.

Canceled

ON (Time)

Canceled

• You can select the volume level (“VOLUME 0” to “VOLUME 31” and “VOLUME – –”). If you select
“VOLUME – –,” the volume is set to the last level when the System is turned off.

preset level after about 10 seconds.

Clock setting mode

(See above.)

To Turn Off the Daily Timer

1

Press repeatedly to select “DAILYTIMER.”

2

Learning More about This System

Basic and Common Operations (see page 3)

• Pressing one of the source buttons also turns on the System
and starts playing back.

Playing Back a Disc (see page 4)

• This System cannot play “packet write” discs.

• For MP3/WMA playback...

– In this manual, “file” and “track” are interchangeably used

for MP3/WMA operations.
– This System can show the Tag data (Version 1).
– MP3/WMA discs are required a longer readout time than

regular CDs. (It depends on the complexity of the group/

file configuration.)
– Some MP3/WMA files cannot be played back and will be

skipped. This result from their recording processes and

conditions.
– When making MP3/WMA discs, use ISO 9660 Level 1 or

Level 2 for the disc format.
– This System can play back MP3/WMA files with the

extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of the

letter case—upper/lower).
– It is recommended that you make each MP3/WMA file at a

sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at bit rate of 128 kbps. This

System cannot play back files made at bit rate of less than

64 kbps.
– Playback order of MP3/WMA tracks may be different from

the one you have intended while recording. If a folder

does not include MP3/WMA tracks, they are ignored.

• This System can recognize up to 99 groups in a disc. The

total number of groups and tracks in a disc that can be
recognized by the System is 512 (for MP3/WMA).

– Playable files which do not belong to any groups are

handled as Group 1.

Setting the Clock and Using Timers (see page 5)

• You can set the clock and Daily Timer even while the Save
mode is turned on. While setting the clock or Daily Timer,
the display is turning on.

• The clock may gain or lose 1 to 2 minutes per month. If this
happens, readjust the clock.

• When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure
occurs, the clock and the timer will be canceled. You need
to set the clock first, then the timer again.

Timer Priority:

• If you set the Sleep Timer after Daily Timer starts playing the
selected source, Daily Timer is canceled.

Listening to iPod (see page 6)

• If the iPod does not play correctly, update your iPod
Software to the latest version. For details about updating
your iPod, check on the Apple web site
<http://www.apple.com>.

• The iPod battery cannot be charged while the System is in
the Save mode.

• When the iPod is not charged through the System, the iPod
may not be turned on from the System.

• You cannot send any data to your iPod from the System.

• Sound distortion may occur when playing back audio

sources with high recording levels. When distortion occurs,
it is recommended to turn off the equalizer of the iPod. For
information on operating the iPod, see the iPod instruction
manual.

• Do not touch or hit the iPod terminal pins or connector pins
directly. It might cause damages to the connector part.

JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data in iPod while
using this System.

Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.

Troubleshooting

If you are having a problem with your System, check this list
for a possible solution before calling for service.

General

Power does not come on.

\ Power plug is not inserted securely. Plug in securely.

Demonstration starts automatically.

\ The demonstration function is activated.
Press and hold the CANCEL/DEMO button on the main

unit while on standby until “DEMO CLEAR” appears on
the display. (Refer to the attached sheet “Information
about the demonstration function”.)

Adjustments or settings are suddenly canceled before you
finish.

\ There is a time limit. Repeat the procedure again.

Operations are disabled.

\ The built-in microprocessor may malfunction due to

external electrical interference. Unplug the AC power
cord and then plug it back in.

Unable to operate the System from the remote control.

\ The path between the remote control and the remote

sensor on the System is blocked.

\ The batteries are exhausted.

No sound is heard.

\ Speaker connections are incorrect or loose.
\ Headphones are connected.

The System does not work properly.

\ Many functions of this System are implemented by

microcomputers. If pressing any button does not result
in the normal action, disconnect the AC power cord
from the wall outlet, wait for a while, and connect the
cord again.

Disc Operations

The disc does not play.

\ The disc is placed upside down. Place the disc with the

label side up.

\ The disc is recorded with the “packet writing (UDF file

system).” It cannot be played. Check the files you want to
play back.

MP3/WMA groups and tracks are not played back as you
expect.

\ The playing order is determined when the groups

and tracks were recorded. It depends on the writing
application.

The disc sound is discontinuous.

\ The disc is scratched or dirty.

The disc tray does not open or close.

\ The AC power cord is not plugged in.
\ Disc ejection is prohibited (see page 4).

Radio Operations

Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise.

\ Antenna connections are incorrect or loose.
\ The AM loop antenna is too close to the System.
\ The FM antenna is not properly extended and positioned.
\ Electrostatic discharge from your body may cause noise.

If this happens, turn off and on the System again.

Timer Operations

Daily Timer does not work.

\ The System has been turned on when the on-time

comes. Timer starts working only when the System is
turned off.

\ When “IPOD” is selected as the playback source, charge

the battery of the iPod through the iPod terminal;
otherwise, Daily Timer may not work.

iPod Operations

iPod is not turned on.

\ The iPod is not connected properly.

iPod does not play though “CONNECT” appears on the
main display.

\ The battery of the iPod is empty. Leave the iPod

connected for more than ten minutes.

iPod is not played back from the System.

\ The iPod battery charge function is deactivated.
\ The iPod is not compatible with the System. Check the

compatibility on the list on page 6.

iPod is not charged.

\ The System is in the Save mode (see page 3.)
\ The iPod battery charge function is deactivated (see

page 6).

Listening to iPod

Listening to iPod

Compatible iPod types:

• iPod nano 1GB/2GB/4GB

• iPod nano (2nd Generation) 2GB/4GB/8GB

• iPod nano (3rd Generation) 4GB/8GB

• iPod mini 4GB/6GB

• iPod (4th Generation) 20GB/40GB

• iPod photo (4th Generation) 20GB/30GB/40GB/60GB

• iPod video (5th Generation) 30GB/60GB/80GB

• iPod classic 80GB/160GB

• iPod touch 8GB/16GB

Connecting the iPod:

Dock adapter (supplied with
the iPod or sold separately)

Direct Dock for iPod

Front view

To detach the dock
adapter from the dock:

Push the slot and pull
up to remove the dock
adapter.

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or Set the volume to minimum.

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Adjust the volume to the level you want to listen to.

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NOTES

• When “IPOD” is selected as the source...
– “CONNECT” appears on the main display while an iPod is connected.
– “NO CONNECT” appears on the main display while no iPod is connected.

• The iPod battery is charged through the iPod terminal in the following cases:
– When the System is turned on.
– When the System is turned off and is not in the Save mode.

Disconnecting the iPod:

When disconnecting the iPod, make sure this System is turned off.

If an iPod which is not on the compatible iPod types list above is connected, it may
not be operated from the System. In this case, deactivate the iPod battery charge
function so that the iPod may be operated, but it cannot be charged through the
System.

To use the battery charge function, change the source to “IPOD,” then press and
hold 7 on the System until “CHARGE ON” appears on the main display.

The iPod is turned on and the last track you had selected is
played back.

• If the track is not played back automatically, press again.

To deactivate the battery charge function, change the source to “IPOD,”
then press and hold 7 on the System while no iPod is connected.

• “CHARGE OFF” appears on the main display.

Basic iPod Operations

To

Play back

Select a track/
Forward search/
Reverse search

Turn off the iPod

Turn on the
backlight of the
iPod
Display the
menu/Go back
to the previous
menu

Select an item
on the menu

Play back at
random

Play back
repeatedly

On the

System

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On the

remote

or

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Press

• During playback, press again to
pause.

• Press to select the next track.

• Press and hold to fast-forward

the track during playback.

• Press to go back to the
beginning of the current or
previous track.

• Press and hold to fast-reverse the
track during playback.

Press and hold for more than 2
seconds.

• Turning off the System* or
changing to another source also
turns off the iPod.

* Turning off the System may not

turn off the iPod depending on
the current source.

Press and hold for more than 2
seconds.

• The UP/DOWN buttons
work in the same way as
operating the iPod’s click wheel
counterclockwise/clockwise.
(Refer to the iPod’s instruction
manual for details.)

• Refer to the iPod’s instruction
manual for details.

• Refer to the iPod’s instruction
manual for details.

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To turn on the Daily Timer again, select “DAILYTIMER” by
pressing CLOCK/TIMER, then press SET.

Listening to Digital Audio Player

Digital Audio Player

To audio output (or headphone
out, etc.)

Front view

Stereo mini plug cord (not supplied)

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or Set the volume to minimum.

2

Start playing the connected Digital Audio Player.

3

Adjust the volume level to the level you want to listen to.

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• When operating on the main unit, press FM/AM/AUDIO IN
repeatedly to select “AUDIO IN”.

Amplifier section

OUTPUT POWER:

Main speakers

110 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 3 Ω at 1 kHz
with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion

Speakers/Impedance: 3 Ω – 6 Ω

Subwoofer (for MX-KC68)

180 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω at 63 Hz
with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion

Speakers/Impedance: 8 Ω – 16 Ω

Tuner section

FM tuning range: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
AM tuning range: 530 kHz - 1 710 kHz

CD player section

Dynamic range: 90 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio: 85 dB
Wow and flutter: Immeasurable

Speakers

Main speakers (SP-MXKC68F/SP-MXKC38)

Type: 3-Way 3-Speaker Bass-Reflex Type
Speaker units
Main Woofer: 16 cm (6-5/16 inches) cone x 1
Mid Range: 5 cm (2 inches) cone x 1
Tweeter: 2 cm (13/16 inches) dome x 1
Power Handling Capacity:110 W
Impedance: 3 Ω
Frequency Range: 41 Hz - 35 kHz
Sound Pressure Level: 83 dB/W•m
Dimensions (approx.):

(8-5/16 inches x 12-7/16 inches x 8-11/16 inches)
Mass (approx.): 3.0 kg (6.7 lbs) each

Subwoofer (SP-MXKC68W)

Type: 1-Way Bass-Reflex Type
Speaker: 16 cm (6-5/16 inches) cone x 1
Power Handling Capacity:180 W
Impedance: 8 Ω
Frequency Range: 38 Hz - 5 kHz
Sound Pressure Level: 83 dB/W•m
Dimensions (approx.):

(8-5/16 inches x 12-7/16 inches x 9-9/16 inches)
Mass (approx.): 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs)

210 mm x 315 mm x 220 mm (W/H/D)

210 mm x 315 mm x 242 mm (W/H/D)

General

Power requirements: AC 120 V , 60 Hz
Audio input AUDIO IN: 400 mV/47 kΩ
Power supply to iPod: DC 5 V 500 mA
Power consumption: 95 W (MX-KC68) - power on

60 W (MX-KC38) - power on

9 W - standby mode, without

0.9 W or less - save mode
Dimensions (W x H x D): 215 mm x 307 mm x 309 mm
(8-1/2 inches x 12-1/8 inches x 12-3/16 inches)
Mass (approx.): 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs) (MX-KC68)

3.6 kg (8.0 lbs) (MX-KC38)

Specifications and appearance are subject to change without
prior notice.

charging iPod

MaintenanceSpecificationsListening to Digital Audio Player

To get the best performance of the System, keep your discs
and mechanism clean.

Handling discs

• Remove the disc from its case by holding it at the edge
while pressing the center hole lightly.

• Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc, or bend the disc.

• Put the disc back in its case after use.

• Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc when

placing it back in its case.

• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, temperature extremes,
and moisture.

To clean the disc:

• Wipe the disc with a soft cloth in a straight line from center
to edge.

Cleaning the System

• Stains should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the System is
heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth soaked in water-diluted
neutral detergent and wrung well, then wipe clean with a
dry cloth.

• Since the System may deteriorate in quality, become
damaged or get its paint peeled off, be careful about the
following:

– DO NOT wipe it strong.
– DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine.
– DO NOT apply any volatile substance such as insecticides

to it.

– DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in contact

for a long time.

BT-51018-5
(0306)

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