JVC RV-NB20W, RV-NB20B User's Guide
POWERED WOOFER CD SYSTEM
CHAIN CD A WOOFER AMPLIFIE
RV-NB20B/RV-NB20W
EnglishFrançais
INSTRUCTIONS
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1614-002A
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses
(For U.S.A.)
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.
(For U.S.A.)
CAUTION— ON/STANDBY 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 ON/STANDBY 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.
ATTE NT IO N
Déconnectez la fiche secteur pour mettre l’appareil complètement
hors tension (le témoin STANDBY l s’éteint). Lors de l’installation de
l’appareil, assurez-vous que la fiche soit facilement accessible. La
touche ON/STANDBY 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 ne peut pas être commandée à distance.
—Touche ON/STANDBY!
(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 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.
Caution
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
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.
ATTE NT IO N
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.
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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:
(For U.S.A.) Visible and/or invisible class II laser radiation when
open. Do not stare into beam.
(For Canada) Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser radiation when
open. Do not view directly with optical instruments.
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:
(Pour les Etats-Unis) Radiation laser de classe II visibles et/ou
invisible si l’appareil est ouvert. Ne regardez pas le rayon.
(Pour le Canada) 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:
• 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 peut 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.
[European Union Only]
[Union européenne seulement]
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC Powered Woofer CD System.
Before operating this system, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to obtain the best possible performance from your system, and retain
this manual for future reference.
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Features
Here are some of the things that make your system both powerful and simple to use.
General
• With JVC’s COMPU PLAY you can turn on the system and start playing the iPod connected to the iPod jack with a
single touch, as well as the radio and disc player. (Only when AC power is used.)
• Shoulder strap with carrying case for the iPod and carrying handle
• Active Clear Sound (ACS) circuit for enhancing sound reproduction
• Super woofer volume control that provides powerful bass
• Sound mode control—reproducing various sound fields
• Remote control unit that operates the disc, tuner, and iPod functions
• Locking mechanism for disc door
• Microphone/guitar input
With Quick Portable Link (QP Link) function, the system automatically switches the source to AUX when the connected auxiliary
equipment starts to play.
Disc playback mode includes Skip Play, Search Play, Repeat Play, Random Play, and Program Play.
A 45-station preset capability (30 stations in FM band and 15 stations in AM band) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning.
Clock/timer functions, timer on/off with preset volume function, and sleep timer.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
1. Where to place the system
• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold (between 5°C and 35°C).
• Leave sufficient distance between the system and a TV.
• Do not use the system in a place subject to vibrations.
2. Power cord
• 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.
3. When carrying the system
• Remove a disc from the system.
• Disconnect all the cords from the system.
4. Malfunctions, etc.
• There are no user serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
• Do not insert any foreign object into the system.
• The system is not waterproof or dust proof.
Table of contents
Features............................................................................ 1
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS.............................................. 1
Index of parts and controls .................................. 2
Getting started....................................................... 3
Basic operations ................................................... 7
Listening to the radio............................................ 9
Playing back discs ................................................ 10
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Listening to the iPod............................................. 13
Listening to auxiliary equipment ......................... 14
Using the microphone/guitar ............................... 15
Using the timer ...................................................... 15
Care and maintenance .......................................... 17
Troubleshooting .................................................... 17
Specifications ........................................................ 18
Index of parts and controls
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Display window
How to open the cover
See pages in parentheses for details.
1 ON/STANDBY button (7)
2 Shoulder strap hooks (4)
3 AUX button (3, 14)
• Pressing this button also turns on the system.
4 SOUND button (8)
5 SUPER WOOFER VOLUME +/– control knob (8)
6 LOCK/RELEASE knob (for disc) (10)
7 Disc compartment door (10)
8 VOLUME +/– control knob (7)
9 PRESET TUNING button (9)
p FM MODE button (9)
q ACTIVE CLEAR SOUND button (8)
w iPod jack (6)
e AUX jack (6)
r ACS (Active Clear Sound) indicators (8)
• ON, LEVEL
t STANDBY lamp (7)
y Remote sensor (4)
u MULTI CONTROL buttons (9 – 13)
• 4 (reverse skip), 7, x (forward skip)
i Source and play mode buttons (3, 9 – 13)
•CD 6, iPod 6, FM/AM
Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the system.
Display window
o Timer indicators (16)
• (timer), ON, OFF
; SLEEP indicator (15)
a CLOCK indicator (8, 15)
s QP LINK indicator (14)
d iPod indicator (13)
f FM mode indicators (9)
• STEREO, MONO
g MP3 indicator (11)
h Repeat indicators (12)
• , ALL, GROUP
j Main display
k PRGM (program) indicator (12)
l RANDOM indicator (12)
/ Frequency unit indicators (8, 9)
•kHz, MHz
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Remote control
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See pages in parentheses for details.
1 Number buttons (9, 11)
2 SLEEP button (15)
3 Multi control buttons (9, 11, 15, 16)
• GROUP UP, GROUP DOWN
• 4, 7, x
4 Source buttons (3, 9 – 14)
• iPod 6, CD 6, AUX, FM/AM
Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the system.
5 PLAY MODE button (12)
6 REPEAT button (12)
7 SOUND button (8)
8 ACS (Active Clear Sound) button (8)
9 ON/STANDBY button (7, 15, 16)
p DISPLAY button (8)
q CANCEL button (12, 15, 16)
w SET button (10, 15, 16)
e CLOCK/TIMER button (15, 16)
r FM MODE button (9)
t QP LINK button (14)
y MUTING button (8)
u VOLUME +/– button (7)
i SUPER WOOFER VOLUME +/– buttons (8)
COMPU PLAY — One Touch Operation
With One Touch Operation you can play a disc, an iPod, or turn on the radio with a single press of the play button for that function. The system
turns on and starts playing the source if it is ready.
The COMPU PLAY buttons are: On the system and remote control
iPod 6 button
CD 6 button
AUX button
FM/AM button
Note: The COMPU PLAY feature is not effective when the system is operated on batteries or car battery (DC12V).
Getting started
Accessories
Check that you have all the following items, which are supplied for the system.
Power cord (1)
Remote control (1)
Shoulder strap with carrying case for the iPod (1)
iPod cable (1)
iPod stand (1)
If any of these items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.
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Carrying the system
Using the carrying handles
Be sure to hold both handles when you carry the system.
If you carry the system by only one handle, because of the length
of the system, the end may drag on the ground and be damaged as a
result.
Do not lift the system by the woofer ducts, and do not insert any
foreign objects into them.
Carrying handle
Woofer duct
Using the shoulder strap
Attach the supplied shoulder strap (adjustable in length) to each
end of the system as illustrated.
To detach the shoulder strap, press in the metal fitting and unhook
it from the shaft.
Using the remote control — RM-SRVNB20A
Installing the batteries
Match the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries with the +
and – markings in the battery compartment.
CAUTION:
To avoid battery leakage or explosion:
• Remove batteries when the remote control is not in use for an
extended period of time.
• When you need to replace the batteries, replace both batteries at
the same time with new ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries together.
Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the system’s
control panel (from a distance of up to 7 m). If you point the
remote control from the slant direction, the distance will be
shortened.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to strong direct sunlight or
artificial lighting.
• Make sure there are no obstacles between the remote sensor and
the remote control.
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Shoulder strap
(supplied)
iPod (not supplied)
iPod case (supplied)
Shoulder strap
R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F)
(not supplied)
Checking the type of your iPod
This system has been designed to operate an iPod (see page 13).
Compatible iPod types:
iPod nano 1G/2G/4G
iPod mini
iPod (4th Generation) 20G/40G
iPod photo (4th Generation) 20G/30G/40G/60G
iPod video (5th Generation) 30G/60G
Remote sensor
If the iPod does not play correctly, please update your iPod
Software to the latest version.
• For details about updating your iPod, check on the Apple web site
<http://www.apple.com>.
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Connections
CAUTION: Make all connection before plugging the system into an AC power outlet.
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Connecting the microphone/guitar
(See page 15.)
(Not supplied)
(Not supplied)
Connecting the headphones (See page 7.)
(Not supplied)
Stereo mini plug
Connecting to the car battery
Car adapter JVC model
CA-R120 (not supplied)
Rear view
Memory backup batteries
To car’s cigarette
lighter socket (DC12V)
CAUTIONS:
• Be sure to use the specified car adapter (JVC model CA-R120) 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 system in a box, etc.
• To prevent malfunctions, do not leave the system in a car for a long time.
• If the power is supplied through the car battery, the display will be blank
with the system turned off (at standby).
Unplug the AC power cord from the system to supply the power
through the car battery; otherwise, the system does not work.
Connecting the AC power cord
Power cord
CAUTIONS:
• ONLY USE THE JVC POWER CORD PROVIDED FOR
THIS SYSTEM TO AVOID MALFUNCTION OR
DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM.
• BE SURE TO UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE
OUTLET WHEN GOING OUT OR WHEN THE SYSTEM
IS NOT IN USE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF
TIME.
Battery cover
Match the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries
with the + and – markings in the battery
compartment.
“R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F)”
size batteries (not
supplied)
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Connecting the iPod (See page 13.)
To dock connector
iPod stand
(supplied)
iPod (not supplied)
Disconnecting the iPod
• When disconnecting the iPod, make sure the
system is turned off.
• To remove the iPod cable from the iPod,
hold the buttons on the sides and pull.
To remove the batteries, remove battery
“3” first.
Notes:
• The memory backup batteries will not be
consumed as long as the power is supplied
from an AC outlet, loaded 10 batteries, or
car battery (DC12V). However, if no
power is supplied to the system, the
memory backup batteries should be
replaced with new ones approximately
every 12 months to securely maintain the
contents of the memory.
• Before replacing the memory backup
batteries, always connect the AC power
cord to the system to prevent the contents
of memory from being erased.
• When a power failure occurs, the time
indication disappears from the display to
save the battery power of the memory
backup batteries.
CAUTION:
To avoid battery leakage or explosion:
• When you need to replace the batteries,
replace all batteries at the same time with
new ones. Before replacing, you need to
supply AC power to the system.
• Do not use an old battery with new ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries
together.
Connecting the auxiliary equipment
(See page 14.)
iPod cable
(supplied)
Disconnecting the auxiliary equipment
When disconnecting the auxiliary equipment, make sure the
system is turned off.
Operating the system on
batteries
Battery cover
Match the polarity (+ and –) on the
batteries with the + and – markings in
the battery compartment.
“R20/D(13F)” size
batteries (not supplied)
To headphones jack
Stereo mini plug cable (not supplied)
Auxiliary equipment (not supplied)
Front view
To remove the batteries, remove battery
“10” first.
Notes:
• When you operate the system on mains
(AC) power or on car battery (DC12V), the
power source automatically switches from
batteries to AC or DC12V. However, you
should remove the 10 batteries when
operating on AC power or car battery
(DC12V).
• When the batteries are exhausted, the
following symptoms will occur:
– Mistracking occurs during disc playback.
– “DC OFF” flashes on the display, then the
power goes off.
If this happens, replace the batteries.
CAUTION:
To avoid battery leakage or explosion:
• Remove the 10 batteries when the system is
not in use for an extended period of time.
• When you need to replace the batteries,
replace all batteries at the same time with
new ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries
together.
• If the power is supplied through the
batteries, the display will be blank with the
system turned off (at standby).
Unplug the AC power cord from the
system to supply the power through the
batteries; otherwise, the system does
not work.
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Basic operations
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SOUND
ACS
ON/STANDBY
DISPLAY
SUPER WOOFER
VOLUME +/–
MUTING
VOLUME +/–
Turning the power on and off
Note: The lighting condition for the STANDBY lamp and for the
display differs depending on the power source.
Power source STANDBY lamp/display
• AC power • The STANDBY lamp lights when power is
turned off.
• Backlighting of the display is illuminated
when power is turned on.
• Batteries or car
battery
(DC12V)*
* If no source is playing and no operation is done for about 4
minutes, “DC OFF” starts flashing on the display for about one
minute before the system turns off automatically (except when
the source is FM/AM or AUX, or when the microphone/guitar is
used).
Turning on the system
Press ON/STANDBY.
• When the system is operated on batteries or car battery (DC12V),
press ON/STANDBY on the system.
The STANDBY lamp goes off when the system is operated on AC
power.
The display comes on and the system is ready to continue in the
mode it was in when the power was last turned off.
• The STANDBY lamp does not light.
• Backlighting of the display is not
illuminated.
• With the system turned off (at standby), no
indication is shown on the display.
SUPER WOOFER
VOLUME +/–
SOUND
ON/STANDBY
ACTIVE CLEAR
SOUND
Turning off the system
Press ON/STANDBY again.
The STANDBY lamp lights up when the system is operated on AC
power.
• When the AC power is used, the CLOCK indicator and the time
are displayed without backlighting.
Some power is always consumed even though power is turned
To disconnect the system from mains (AC) supply completely,
Adjusting the volume
You can adjust the volume level between 0 and 50.
Using the system
Turn the VOLUME +/– control clockwise to
increase the volume or turn it
counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
VOLUME +/–
STANDBY lamp
ACS ON/LEVEL
indicator
or
On system
off (called standby mode).
unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. When you
unplug the AC power cord, the clock will be reset to
“AM12:00” if no memory backup batteries are installed.
On remote control
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On system
or
On remote control
Using the remote control
Press VOLUME + to increase the volume or
press VOLUME – to decrease it.
When you press and hold VOLUME + or –, the volume changes
rapidly.
CAUTION:
DO NOT start playing any source without setting
the volume to minimum first, as a sudden blast of
sound can damage your hearing, speakers and/or
headphones.
For private listening
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the rear of
the system (see page 5). No sound comes out of the speakers.
Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on
the headphones.
Turning off the sound
temporarily
Using the remote control only
Press MUTING.
“MUTING” appears on the display.
On remote control
To restore the sound, press MUTING again or adjust the volume
(see page 7).
Selecting the sound mode
Sound modes can be selected to enhance the type of music being
played.
Press SOUND to select the sound mode.
Each time you press the button, the sound mode changes as
follows:
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Adjusting the super woofer
volume
During play, you can adjust the bass level between BASS 1
(minimum) and BASS 6 (maximum).
Using the system
Turn the SUPER WOOFER VOLUME +/–
control clockwise to increase the bass level
or turn it counterclockwise to decrease the
bass level.
Using the remote control
Press SUPER WOOFER VOLUME + to
increase the bass level or press SUPER
WOOFER VOLUME – to decrease it.
Note: This function is not effective when the headphones are in
use.
On system
Sound mode selection:
BEAT: Set to this position for music with a heavy
beat, such as rock and disco music.
POP: Set to this position for light music including
popular and vocal music.
CLEAR: Set to this position for crisp and clear
sounding music with transparent highs.
FLAT (no effect): Set to this position not to apply any sound
mode.
On remote control
Showing the time
While the power is turned on, you can see the current time (clock)
at any time, as follows.
Using the remote control only
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows:
Current sound source (e.g. FM103.5 MHz) O (clock)
Note: To let the clock work, you need to set the clock first. (See
“Setting the clock” on page 15.)
Activating clear sound
The Active Clear Sound (ACS) circuit emphasizes high-frequency
sound without lowering the signal-noise ratio, while adjusting its
output according to the input signal level. This results in a better
balance between the high-frequency sound and the low-frequency
heavy bass.
Press ACS (active clear sound) to turn it on
or off.
When it is turned on, the ACS ON indicator lights in red.
or
On system
• The ACS LEVEL indicator flashes in green according to the
input signal level.
On remote control
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Listening to the radio
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Number buttons
SET
4
You can listen to FM and AM stations. Stations can be tuned in manually, automatically, or from preset memory storage.
Before listening to the radio, fully extend the FM telescopic antenna.
Tuning in to a station
1. Press FM/AM repeatedly to select either
FM or AM.
Each time you press FM/AM, the band changes between FM
and AM.
The system tunes in to the last tuned station. The following
information appears on the display.
– When “Manual Tuning” or “Auto Tuning” was used to tune
in to the last tuned station (see below), the band frequency
appears.
x
FM/AM
FM MODE
PRESET TUNING
FM MODE
Preset Tuning (possible only after presetting stations)
Select the desired preset number using PRESET TUNING on
the system or the number buttons on the remote control. The
preset number and then the band frequency appear on the
display.
PRESET TUNING button: Each time you press the button, the
preset number increases.
Number buttons: To select P-5, press 5.
To select P-15, press +10 then 5.
To select P-20, press +10 once then
press 10.
FM/AM
x
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– When “Preset Tuning” was used to tune in to the last tuned
station (see the right column), the preset number (displayed
as “P-XX” on the display) and then the band frequency
appear.
(After one second)
2. Select a station using one of the following
methods.
• When you tune in to an FM stereo broadcast, the STEREO
indicator lights up and you can hear stereo effect.
If an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or
noisy, press FM MODE. The MONO indicator lights up and
the sound becomes monaural, but the reception improves.
When you tune in to another station, the MONO indicator
goes off and stereo effect restores automatically.
Note: AM broadcasts are monaural.
Manual Tuning
Press 4 or x repeatedly to move from frequency to
frequency until you find the station you want.
OR
Auto Tuning
Press and hold 4 or x for one second or more.
The frequency changes automatically until a station frequency
is found.
OR
Notice: To adjust the reception condition
For FM:
For AM:
Adjust the FM telescopic antenna’s length, angle and
direction until the best reception is obtained.
Change the direction of the system to obtain the best
reception.
Placing the system near the window, for example, will
improve AM reception.
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