JVC RV-B99 BK/BU, RV-B99 BK, RV-B99 BU Instructions Manual

RV-B99 BK/BU

POWERED WOOFER CD SYSTEM

INSTRUCTIONS

SLEEP

CLOCK TIMER

TIMER
ON/OFF

PROGRAM

RANDOM

REPEAT

AUTO
PRESET

SOUND

DISPLAY

SUPER WOOFER
VOLUME

REVERSE MODE

MULTI CONTROL

FM MODE

REW

FF

RM-RXVB99E

REMOTE CONTROL

TAPE

TUNER

BAND

C D

DOWN UP SET

AUX

VOLUME

ACS

LTV0218-002A

[B]

2

CAUTION

~AC IN

PHONES

AUX IN

DC IN

12V

DANGER: Invisible laser
radiation when op en and
interlock failed or defeated.
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CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

Caution:
This production contains a laser component 
of higher laser class than Class 1.
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MIC/GUITAR

INPUT

MIC LEVEL
GUITAR LEVEL

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Please read these instructions
carefully before starting operation to be sure to obtain optimum
performance and a longer service life from the unit.

ENGLISH

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

PRECAUTIONS

1.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

2.DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or

defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

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

4.CAUTION: The CD player uses invisible laser radiation and is equipped
with safety switches which prevent the emission of radiation when the
CD door is open. It is dangerous to defeat the safety switches.

5.CAUTION: Use of controls for adjustments and the performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to
hazardous radiation.

REPRODUCTION OF LABELS AND THEIR LOCATION

CONTENTS

Name/Rating plate

IMPORTANT (In the United Kingdom)

Mains Supply (AC 230 V`, 50 Hz only)


DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is
not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short
to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as
originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and
dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

IMPORTANT

DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked with
the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or
green-and-yellow.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in
accordance with the following code:

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. 


IF IN DOUBT – CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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. 



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.

Features .................................................................................. 3

Safety precautions ................................................................. 3

Handling precautions ............................................................ 4

Shoulder strap attachment/detachment .............................. 5

Connections ........................................................................... 5

Power supply.......................................................................... 6

Names of parts and their functions...................................... 8

Remote control unit ............................................................. 10

Switching the power on/off ................................................. 11

Volume, sound mode and other controls .......................... 12

Handling CDs........................................................................ 13

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

Handling cassette tapes ...................................................... 16

Cassette playback................................................................ 17

Using with another audio unit............................................. 17

Radio reception .................................................................... 18

Recording ............................................................................. 20

Microphone/Guitar input ..................................................... 21

Clock adjustment ................................................................. 22

Timer operations .................................................................. 22

Maintenance ......................................................................... 26

Troubleshooting................................................................... 27

Specifications....................................................................... 27

WARNING:

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

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15 cm

15 cm

15 cm

15 cm

15 cm

10 cm

10 cm

FEATURES

button

When the power cord is connected to a household AC outlet, the
power indicator lights in red indicating the STANDBY mode (only
when AC power is used). When the button is pressed, the power
indicator goes out and the display window lights (only when AC
power is used).

When this unit is plugged into an AC outlet, it consumes a small
current to operate the remote control and timer, or to back up the
memory of the microprocessor, even when the button is set to
STANDBY.

Prevention of Electric Shocks, Fire Hazards and Damage

1. Even when the button is set to STANDBY, a very small current
will flow. To save power and for safety when not using the unit for an
extended period of time, disconnect the power cord from the household
AC outlet.

2. Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

3. When unplugging from the wall outlet, always grasp and pull the plug,
not the power cord.

4. Consult your nearest dealer when damage, disconnection, or contact
failure affects the cord.

5. Do not bend the cord severely, or pull or twist it.

6. Do not modify the power cord in any manner.

7. To avoid accidents, do not remove screws to disassemble the unit
and do not touch anything inside the unit.

8. Do not insert any metallic objects into the unit’s woofer ducts, etc.

9. Unplug the power cord when there is a possibility of lightning.

10.If water gets inside the unit, unplug the power cord from the outlet and
consult your dealer.

11.Do not block the unit’s ventilation holes that allow heat to escape.
Do not install the unit in a badly ventilated place.

Side viewFront view

RV-B99

Caution:
Proper Ventilation

T o 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 a level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for
ventilation by placing on a table with a height of 10 cm or more.

RV-B99

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

÷ CrO2 (type II) tape recording capability
÷ 2-Band digital synthesizer tuner with 45-station (30 FM and 15 AM (MW/

LW)) preset capability

÷ Seek/manual tuning
÷ Auto preset tuning
÷ Timer/Clock function
÷ Timer on/off with preset volume function
÷ Sleep timer can be set for up to 120 minutes
÷ Shoulder strap and carrying handles
÷ Locking mechanism for CD and cassette door
÷ DC IN 12V jack for car battery
÷ Microphone/guitar input

÷ Active Clear Sound (ACS) circuit for enhanced sound reproduction
÷ Super woofer volume control
÷ Sound mode control
÷ One-touch operation (COMPU PLAY)
÷ 35-key remote control unit operates all CD, cassette deck and tuner

functions

÷ Skip Play/Search Play/Repeat Play/Random Play
÷ Programmed play of up to 20 tracks
÷ Full-logic cassette mechanism
÷ Auto reverse
÷ Auto tape select mechanism
÷ Metal (type IV) and CrO2 (type II) tape can be played back for superior

tone quality

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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

÷ When abnormal operation occurs.

* Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet and remove all

the batteries. Then reload the batteries after a few minutes,
reconnect the AC power cord and switch the power ON.

Do not use this unit in direct sunlight where it would be exposed to
high temperatures above 40°C (104°F).

1. Avoid installing in the following places

÷ Where it could be subject to vibrations.
÷ Where it is excessively humid, such as in a bathroom.
÷ Where it could be magnetized by a magnet or speaker.

2. Pay attention to dust

Be sure to close the CD door so that dust does not collect on the lens.

3. Condensation

In the following cases, condensation may occur in the unit, in which
case the unit may not operate correctly.

÷ In a room where a heater has just been switched on.
÷ In a place where there is smoke or high humidity.
÷ When the unit is moved directly from a cold to a warm room.

In these cases, set the

button to ST ANDBY and wait 1 or 2 hours

before use.

4. Volume setting

CDs produce very little noise compared with analog sources. If the
volume level is adjusted for these sources, the speakers may be
damaged by the sudden increase of output level. Therefore, lower the
volume before operation and adjust it as required during play.

5. Safety mechanism

This unit incorporates a safety interlock mechanism which switches
the laser beam on and off, so that when the CD door is open, the laser
beam stops automatically.

6. Do not place cassette tapes, etc. near the speakers

Since there are magnets in the speakers, do not place tapes or
magnetic cards on them as recorded data could be erased.

7. Keep this unit away from your TV

When this unit is used near a TV, the TV picture could be distorted. If
this happens, move this unit away from the TV . If this does not correct
the situation, avoid using this unit when the TV is turned on.

8. Cleaning the cabinet

If the cabinet gets dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Never use benzine
or thinner as these could damage the surface finish.

9. When listening with headphones

÷ Do not listen at high volumes as this could damage your hearing.
÷ For safety, do not drive while listening to this unit.

10.Pay attention to the following

÷ Do not place the unit on an inclination.
÷ Do not apply shock to the unit.
÷ For safety, retract the antenna so that it doesn’t get hooked or broken

during transport.

Carrying handle

This unit is equipped with a carrying handle at each end.

÷ Be sure to hold both handles when you carry the unit. If you carry the

unit by only one handle, because of the length of the unit (69 cm (27–
3/16")), the end may drag on the ground and be damaged as a result.

÷ Do not lift the unit by the woofer ducts, and do not insert any metallic

objects into them.

Carrying handle

Woofer duct

5

L

R

AUX IN

CAUTION

~AC IN

PHONES

AUX IN

DC IN

12V

MIC/GUITAR

INPUT

MIC LEVEL
GUITAR LEVEL

÷ ATTACHMENT

As shown in the illustration below, press in the metal fitting at 1 and
hook over 2.

÷ DETACHMENT

Press in the metal fitting at 1 and unhook.

SHOULDER STRAP ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT

Remote control unit

Shoulder strap

Remote control case

÷ Remote control unit may be stored in the

case.

Shoulder strap

÷ Do not switch the power on until all connections are completed.

Connection of external audio units

÷ Connection with a turntable or MD player, etc.

Note:

÷ Do not install the unit near a TV, otherwise the TV picture color will

become distorted. If this occurs, move the TV away from the unit, then
turn off the TV and turn it on again after 15 to 30 minutes. The TV’s
automatic degaussing circuit will correct the picture.

CONNECTIONS

Pin-plug x 2

Stereo mini-plug

Connection cable (optional)

Turntable (with built-in equalizer,optional) or MD player (optional)

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~AC IN

Power cord

POWER SUPPLY

A. Operation on house hold AC

÷ Connect the AC power cord after all other connections have been

made.

CAUTIONS:

1. ONL Y USE WITH JVC POWER CORD PROVIDED WITH THIS UNIT
TO AVOID MALFUNCTION OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.

2. BE SURE TO UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE OUTLET
WHEN GOING OUT OR WHEN THE UNIT IS NOT IN USE FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME.

÷ Open the battery cover by pulling it toward you while pressing the

sections marked with arrows.

Notes:

÷ The three "R6/AA (15F)" size batteries supply the power to the memory

back-up system which prevents the contents of memory being lost when
there is a power failure, or the power cord is disconnected. Battery
power is not consumed when the power cord is connected to the
household AC outlet.
(When the memory backup function is activated, the time is not displayed
to reduce the power consumption.)

÷ When the power cord is not connected or the "R20/D (13F)" size

batteries are not loaded, the batteries should be replaced with new
ones approximately every 12 months.
(Connect the power cord when replacing batteries in order to backup
the memory .)

Battery compartment cover

2

1

3

÷ When removing the batteries, remove battery number 3 first.

"R6/AA (15F)" size batteries

÷ Insert batteries with · end first in the order shown.

B. Batteries for memory back-up system

It is recommended that batteries are loaded to prevent the preset station
memory and timer, etc. from being erased when there is a power failure,
or when the AC power cord is disconnected.

÷ Loading batteries

Load three "R6/AA (15F)" size batteries (optional) into the battery
compartment.

1

2

4

9

8

7

6

3

5

10

"R20/D (13F)" size batteries

C. Operation on batteries

÷ Loading batteries

1. Open the battery cover by pulling it toward you while pressing the
sections marked by the arrows.

2. Insert 10 “R20/D (13F)” size batteries as shown in the diagram.
* Be careful to insert the batteries with the ª and · terminals

positioned correctly.

3. Replace the cover.

Battery replacement

When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the following symptoms may
appear. In this case, replace the batteries with the fresh ones. (Do not
use fresh ones and old ones together.)

For the main unit

Mistracking occurs during CD playback (or sound is distorted intermittently
during T APE playback). When these symptoms occur , “DC OFF” appears
in the display window and the power is turned off after 1 minute.

For the memory back-up

When the AC power cord is unplugged, the stored memory (timer/clock
setting/preset tuning) is erased.
It is recommended that the AC power cord be used when recording
important material or listening to a CD.

÷ For better battery usage

Continuous operation of the unit causes the battery power to be
consumed quicker than noncontinuous operation.
Operation of the unit in a cold place causes the battery power to be
consumed more quickly than in a warm place.

÷ For power supply

The use of household AC is recommended, when continuous operation
of the unit is required over a longer period of time.

CAUTIONS WHEN USING BATTERIES

When batteries are used incorrectly , it may result in the leakage of
chemicals from the batteries or they may explode. The following
care should be taken:
÷ Check that the positive ª and negative · terminals of the

batteries are positioned correctly and load them as shown in the
diagram.

÷ Do not mix new and old batteries together, or mix dif ferent types

of batteries.

÷ Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
÷ Remove the batteries when the unit is not to be used for an

extended period of time.
If chemicals from the batteries come in contact with your skin, wash
them off immediately with water. If chemicals leak onto the unit,
clean the unit completely.

CAUTIONS:
÷ WHEN NOT USING THE UNIT FOR A LONG TIME (MORE THAN

TWO WEEKS) OR WHEN ALWAYS USING HOUSEHOLD AC,
REMOVE THE BATTERIES TO AVOID A MALFUNCTION OR
DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.

÷ WHEN THE JVC POWER CORD PROVIDED WITH THIS UNIT IS

CONNECTED, THE POWER IS AUTOMA TICALLY SWITCHED FROM
THE BATTERIES TO THE HOUSEHOLD AC EVEN WHEN THE
BATTERIES ARE LOADED. HOWEVER, REMOVE THE BA TTERIES
WHEN USING THE POWER CORD.

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DC IN

12V

CAUTION

PHONES

AUX IN

~AC IN

DC IN

12V

MIC/GUITAR

INPUT

MIC LEVEL
GUITAR LEVEL

D. Operation on car battery (DC 12 V)

÷ First connect the car adapter to the DC IN 12 V jack, not the cigarette

lighter socket, because shorting of a plug on the car may cause the
fuse to blow out. In addition, be careful not to make a short-circuit
between the plugs.

To car’s cigarette lighter socket (12 V)

CAUTIONS WHEN USING THIS UNIT IN A CAR

÷ When using a car battery, be sure to use the specified car adapter

(JVC model CA-R120E) to prevent mishaps or damage resulting
from different polarity design.

÷ For safety, stop the car before performing operations.
÷ Be sure to start the engine when you use the car adapter,

otherwise the car battery will be exhausted.

÷ During transport, stabilize the unit in a box, etc.
÷ This unit is not waterproof or dustproof. To prevent malfunctions,

do not leave the unit in a car for long periods.

÷ Unplug the power cord from the AC IN jack when using the unit

with a car adapter.

Optional exclusive car adapter (JVC model CA-R120E)

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NAMES OF PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

CD player/General section

ALL

PROGRAM

RANDOM

TRACK

123

4

5

5

6

78

1

9

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1

2

34

5

1Shoulder strap hook
2 button
3 SUPER WOOFER VOLUME control knob
4 SOUND button
5 Display window

1 Function/Track number display
2 Play time display
3 Repeat play indicator ( ALL)
4 Program mode indicator (PROGRAM)
5 Random play indicator (RANDOM)

÷ See page 22 for clock adjustment display.

6 CD door
7 LOCK/RELEASE knob

LOCK: To secure the CD door.
RELEASE: To open the CD door.

8 VOLUME control knob
9 ACTIVE CLEAR SOUND button and ACS indicators
p Power STANDBY indicator
q Remote sensor section

Remote control signals are received here.

w MULTI CONTROL buttons

(When the mode is set to CD)
4/¢: Press to locate the beginning of a track during skip play.

Press to fast-forward/rewind during search play.

7: Press to stop.

Press to cancel program play.

e CD 3/8 button

Press to select the CD mode.
Press to play/pause.
Press to turn the power on.

9

MHz

STEREO

MONO

REC

12

3

3

4

5

6

78 9

1

2

3

456

7

1DC IN 12V jack ( )
2 Headphone jack (PHONES) (3.5 mm dia. stereo mini plug)

Connect headphones (impedance 16 Ω to 1 kΩ) to this jack.
Speaker sound is automatically switched off when the headphones
are connected.

3 MIC/GUITAR INPUT jack (6.3 mm dia. plug)
4 MIC LEVEL (_)/GUITAR LEVEL ( ) control knob
5 AUX IN (AUX input) jack
6 Telescopic antenna
7 AC IN (AC input) jack
8 Battery compartment cover

1 PRESET TUNING/BEAT CUT button
2 AUX button
3 Display window

1 Band display
2 Radio frequency display
3 Mode display during FM broadcast (STEREO/MONO)
4 Tape (TAPE) display
5 Reverse mode indicator ( / / )
6 Recording indicator (REC)
7 Tape direction indicators (2/3)

4 TAPE 23 button

Press to select the tape mode.
Press to select the tape direction.
Press to turn the power on.

5 TUNER BAND/FM mode button

Press to select the tuner mode.
Press to select the band.
Press to turn the power on.

Tuner/Deck section

6

ONE TOUCH REC button

7 LOCK/RELEASE knob

LOCK: To secure the cassette holder .
RELEASE: To open the cassette holder.

8 Cassette holder
9 MULTI CONTROL buttons

(When the mode is set to TAPE)

4 REW : Press to rewind the tape.

7 STOP : Press to stop the tape.
¢ FF : Press to fast-forward the tape.

(When the mode is set to TUNER)

4/¢ : Auto tuning/Manual tuning

Rear panel

CAUTION

~AC IN

PHONES

AUX IN

DC IN

12V

1

2

56

7

8

3

4

MIC/GUITAR

INPUT

MIC LEVEL
GUITAR LEVEL