JVC CA-MXG50, SP-MXG50 Instructions For Use Manual

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.

LVT0692-001A

[J]

INSTRUCTIONS

MX-G50 — Consists of CA-MXG50 and SP-MXG50.

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

SP-MXG50 SP-MXG50

CA-MXG50

CANCEL
/DEMO

PRESET

COMPU PLAY CONTROL

PLAY & EXCHANGE

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

DISC CHANGE

SOUND

MODE

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

CD-R/RW PLAYBACK

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

MX-G50

CLOCK

/

TIMER

DISPLAY

PHONES

REPEAT PROGRAM

REC START

/STOPCDREC START

DUBBING

TAPE A

TUNING

SET

TAPE B

RANDOM

EJECT

PLAY

FULL - LOGIC CONTROL

A

EJECT

REC/PLAY

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

B

DISC SKIP

VOLUME

VOLUME

+

–

RM–SMXG50A REMOTE CONTROL

STANDBY/ON

12

3

456

78

9

10

+10

SLEEP

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

SOUND
MODE

FM MODE

TAPE A/B

FADE
MUTING

FM/AM

AUX

/

CD

TAPE

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

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.

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 top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to
qualified service personnel.

1. PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1

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

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

Caution –– STANDBY/ON switch!

Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely.
The STANDBY/ON switch in any position does not
disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote control­led.

Attention –– Commutateur STANDBY/ON!

Déconnecter la fiche de secteur pour couper complètement
le courant. Le commutateur STANDBY/ON ne coupe
jamais complètement la ligne de secteur, quelle que soit sa
position. Le courant peut être télécommandé.

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.

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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.

For Canada/pour le Canada

THIS DIGIT AL APPARATUS DOES NO T EXCEED THE CLASS
B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL
APP ARA TUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CA USING
EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED “DIGITAL APPARATUS,”
ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.

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

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Introduction

About This Manual

This manual is organized as follows:

• The manual mainly explains operations using the

buttons and controls on the unit. You can also use the
buttons on the remote control if they have the same or
similar names (or marks) as those on the unit.
If operation using the remote control is different from
that using the unit, 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 9
and 10.

• 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.

Precautions

Installation

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

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.

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.

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

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Contents

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

Front Panel ................................................................. 3

Remote Control .......................................................... 5

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cancelling the Display Demonstration ...................... 8

Common Operations .................................................. 9

Turning On or Of f the Power ....................................... 9

Setting the Clock ........................................................ 9

Selecting the Sources................................................... 9

Adjusting the Volume ............................................... 10

Reinforcing the Bass Sound ..................................... 10

Selecting the Sound Modes ...................................... 10

Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts...................... 11

Tuning in a Station ................................................... 11

Presetting Stations .................................................... 11

Tuning in a Preset Station ........................................ 11

Playing Back CDs ..................................................... 12

Loading CDs ............................................................ 12

Playing Back the Entire Discs

— Continuous Play............................................. 12

Basic CD Operations................................................ 13

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks

— Program Play ................................................. 13

Playing at Random — Random Play ....................... 14

Repeating Tracks or CDs — Repeat Play ................ 14

Prohibiting Disc Ejection — Tray Lock................... 14

Playing Back Tapes ................................................... 15

Playing Back a Tape................................................. 15

Recording .................................................................. 16

Recording a Tape on Deck B.................................... 16

Dubbing Tapes.......................................................... 17

CD Synchro Recording ............................................. 17

Using the Timers....................................................... 18

Using Daily Timer.................................................... 18

Using Recording Timer............................................ 19

Using Sleep Timer.................................................... 20

Timer Priority........................................................... 20

Maintenance .............................................................. 21

Troubleshooting ........................................................ 21

Specifications............................................................. 22

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Location of the Buttons and Controls

Become familiar with the buttons and controls on your unit.

Front Panel

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

PLAY & EXCHANGE

DISC CHANGE

SOUND

MODE

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

CD-R/RW PLAYBACK

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

MX-G50

CLOCK

/

TIMER

DISPLAY

PHONES

REPEAT PROGRAM

REC START

/STOPCDREC START

DUBBING

TAPE A

TUNING

SET

TAPE B

RANDOM

EJECT

PLAY

FULL - LOGIC CONTROL

A

EJECT

REC/PLAY

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

B

1

6

7
8
9

p

q

y

w
e

r

t

5

CANCEL

/DEMO

PRESET

COMPU PLAY CONTROL

f

d

a

j

h

i

u

o

s

g

;

2

3

4

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See pages in the parentheses for details.

Front Panel

1 Carrousel
2 STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY lamp (9)
3 7 (stop) button (12 – 17)
4 SET button (9, 11, 13, 18 – 20)
5 CANCEL button (9, 14, 19, 20)

DEMO button (8)

6 Display window
7 TAPE 3 button and lamp (9, 15, 17)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

8 CD 6 (play/pause) button and lamp (9, 12 – 14)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

9 FM/AM button and lamp (9, 11)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

p AUX button and lamp (9)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

q PHONES jack (10)
w CLOCK/TIMER button (9, 18 – 20)
e DISPLAY button (9)
r REPEAT button (14)

PROGRAM button (13)
RANDOM button (14)

t Deck A cassette holder (15, 17)

• Pressing the 0 EJECT portion opens the holder.

y 0 (CD tray open/close) button (12 – 14)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

u Disc number buttons and lamps (CD1, CD2, and CD3)

(12, 13, 17)

Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit.

i DISC CHANGE button (12, 13)
o Remote sensor
; SOUND MODE control (10)
a PRESET +/– buttons (11)

4 / ¢ (reverse search/forward search) buttons
(9, 13, 18 – 20)

s SUBWOOFER LEVEL control (10)

Continued

d VOLUME control (10)
f TUNING +/– buttons (11)

1 / ¡ (fast left/fast right) buttons (13, 15)

g TAPE A button (15)

TAPE B button (15)

h REC START/STOP button (16)

CD REC START button (17)
DUBBING button (17)

j Deck B cassette holder (15 – 17)

• Pressing the EJECT 0 portion opens the holder.

Display window

1 Timer indicators

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

2 Tape operation indicators

• A/B (operating deck), REC (recording), and 2 / 3 (tape
running) indicators

3 CD play mode indicators

• REPEAT (1, 1 DISC, ALL DISC), PRGM (program),
and RANDOM indicators

4 Tuner operation indicators

• MONO and ST (stereo) indicators

5 SOUND MODE indicator
6 Disc indicators
7 Volume level, Subwoofer level and Sound Mode pattern

indicators

8 SUBWOOFER LEVEL indicator
9 Main display

• Shows the source name, frequency, etc.

p CD track number indicators

Display Window

1

2

6

4

7

8

9

3

5

p

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Remote Control

Remote Control

1 STANDBY/ON button (9)
2 SLEEP button (20)
3 AUX button (9)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

4 Number buttons (11, 13)
5 TAPE 3 button (9, 15)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

6 FM/AM button (9, 11)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

7 CD 6 button (9, 12 – 14)

Pressing this button also turns on the unit.

8 4 (fast rewind/reverse search) button

(11, 13, 15)

9 VOLUME – button (10)
p SUBWOOFER LEVEL button (10)
q SOUND MODE button (10)
w FM MODE button (11)
e TAPE A/B button (15)
r FADE MUTING button (10)
t DISC SKIP button (12)
y VOLUME + button (10)
u ¢ (fast forward/forward search) button

(11, 13, 15)

i 7 (stop) button (12 – 17)

1
2

7

8

r

e

w

p

9

3

t

u

i

DISC SKIP

VOLUME

VOLUME

+

–

RM–SMXG50A REMOTE CONTROL

STANDBY/ON

12

3

4

5

6

78

9

10

+10

SLEEP

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

SOUND

MODE

FM MODE

TAPE A/B

FADE

MUTING

q

y

FM/AM

AUX

/

CD

TAPE

5
6

4

PLAY & EXCHANGE

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

DISC CHANGE

SOUND

MODE

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

CD-R/RW PLAYBACK

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

MX-G50

CLOCK

/

TIMER

DISPLAY

PHONES

REPEAT PROGRAM

REC START

/STOPCDREC START

DUBBING

TAPE A

TUNING

SET

TAPE B

RANDOM

EJECT

PLAY

FULL - LOGIC CONTROL

A

EJECT

REC/PLAY

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

B

CANCEL
/DEMO

PRESET

COMPU PLAY CONTROL

PROGRAM/SET

REPEAT

STANDBY

PLAY

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

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Getting Started

Unpacking

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

• AM loop antenna (1)

• FM 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 — UM-4/AAA/IEC R03 — 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.

1

3

• 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, it will be damaged from battery leakage.

UM-4/AAA/IEC R03

Continued

2

Connecting Antennas

FM antenna

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.

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.

To connect an outdoor FM antenna

Before connecting it, disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

FM antenna (supplied)

Outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)

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

-

+

-

+

FM [75 ]

ANTENNA

AM

FM [75 ]

ANTENNA

AM

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MAIN SPEAKER

SUBWOOFER

4-8

[ ]

6-16

[ ]

RR

LL

1 Press and hold the clamp of the AM

terminals on the rear of the unit.

2 Insert the end of the AM loop antenna cord

into the terminal.

3 Release the finger from the clamp.
4 Turn the AM loop antenna until you have the

best reception.

To connect an outdoor AM antenna

When reception is poor, connect a single vinyl-covered wire
to the AM terminal and extend it horizontally. (The AM loop
antenna must remain connected.)

For better reception of both FM and AM

• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other
terminals and connecting cords.

• Keep the antennas away from metallic parts of the unit,
connecting cords, and the AC power cord.

AM antenna

Vinyl-covered wire
(not supplied)

AM loop antenna
(supplied)

Connecting Speakers

Speaker
cord
(red/black)

2

From left

main
speaker’s
terminals

Speaker cord

(red/black)

Speaker cord
(blue/black)

1 Press and hold the clamp of the speaker

terminal on the rear of the unit.

2 Insert the end of the speaker cord into the

terminal.

Match the polarity (colors): Blue (+) to blue (+) and black
(–) to black (–); Red (+) to red (+) and black (–) to black
(–).

3 Release the finger from the clamp.

IMPORTANT: Use only speakers with the same speaker
impedance as indicated by the speaker terminals on the
rear of the unit.

From right

main

speaker’s

terminals

From left

subwoofer’s

terminals

From right

subwoofer’s

terminals

1

Speaker cord

(blue/black)

Black

Blue

Red

Black

ANTENNA

FM 75

AM

[ ]

2

1

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DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

( )

For playing the other equipment through this unit,

connect between the audio output jacks on the other
equipment and AUX IN jacks by using audio cords (not
supplied).

To audio output

To connect audio equipment with an optical digital
input terminal

You can record CD sound onto the connected digital
equipment.

Connect an optical digital cord (not supplied) between the
optical digital input terminal on the other equipment and the
DIGITAL OUT [OPTICAL] terminal.

NOW, you can plug in the unit and other
connected equipment FINALLY!

Cancelling the Display Demonstration

When connecting the AC power cord into an outlet, the unit
automatically starts display demonstration.

To cancel the display demonstration, press any button on
the unit or on the remote control.

If you press one of the following buttons — source
buttons, 0 (CD tray open/close) button, and disc
number buttons (CD1, CD2, CD3)

The unit turns on.

To start the display demonstration manually

Press and hold DEMO on the unit for more than
2 seconds.

To optical
digital input

Before connecting
the other equipment,
remove the
protective plug from
the terminal.

Audio equipment
with an optical digital
input

Protective
plug

AUX IN

Audio/video
equipment

Connecting Other Equipment

You can connect both analog and digital equipment.

• DO NOT connect any equipment while the power
is on.

• DO NOT plug in any equipment until all
connections are complete.

To connect an analog component

Be sure that the plugs of the audio cords are color coded:
White plugs and jacks are for left audio signals, and red ones
for right audio signals.

CANCEL

/DEMO

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Common Operations

Turning On or Off the Power

To turn on the unit, press

STANDBY/ON so that the STANDBY

lamp goes off.

To turn off the unit (on standby), press

STANDBY/ON again so that the

STANDBY lamp lights up.

A little power is always consumed even while the unit is on
standby.

To switch off the power supply completely, unplug the AC
power cord from the AC outlet.

When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power
failure occurs

The clock is reset to “– – : – –” soon, while the tuner preset stations
(see page 11) will be erased in a few days.

Setting the Clock

Before operating the unit any further, first set the clock built
in this unit. You can set the clock whether the system is on or
off.

On the unit ONLY:

1

Press CLOCK/TIMER.

The hour digits start flashing on the display.

2

Press 4 or ¢ to adjust the
hour, then press SET.

• If you want to correct the hour after pressing SET,
press CANCEL. The hour digits start flashing
again.

DAILY

Canceled

ON TIME

ON TIME

CLOCK

REC

3

Press 4 or ¢ to adjust the
minute, then press SET.

To check the clock time

Press DISPLAY while playing any source.

• Each time you press the button, the source
indication and the clock time alternate on the
display.

To adjust the clock again

If you have adjusted the clock before, you need to press
CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly until “CLOCK” is selected.

• Each time you press the button, the clock/timer setting
modes change as follows:

If there is a power failure

The clock loses the setting and is reset to “– – : – –.” You need to set
the clock again.

Selecting the Sources

To listen to the FM/AM broadcasts, press FM/AM. (See
page 11.)

To play back CDs, press CD 6. (See pages 12 – 14.)
To play back tapes, press TAPE 3. (See page 15.)
To select the external equipment as the source, press AUX.

When you press the play button for a particular source (AUX,
FM/AM, CD 6, and TAPE 3), the unit turns on (and the
unit starts playing the source if it is ready — COMPU PLAY
CONTROL).

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

PRESET

SET

DISPLAY

CLOCK

/

TIMER

PRESET

SET

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Selecting the Sound Modes

This function only affects the playback sound, but does not
affect your recording.

You can select one of the 6 preset sound modes (3 surround
modes and 3 SEA — Sound Effect Amplifier — modes).

To select the sound modes, turn the
SOUND MODE control until the sound
mode you want appears on the display.

• As you turn the control, the sound modes change as
follows:

Adjusting the Volume

You can adjust the volume level only while the unit is turned
on.

Turn the VOLUME control
clockwise to increase the volume or
counterclockwise to decrease it.

• The volume level can be adjusted in
32 steps (VOL MIN, VOL 1 —
VOL 30, and VOL MAX).

When using the remote control, press VOLUME + to increase
the volume or press VOLUME – to decrease it.

For private listening

Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack. No sound
comes out of the speakers. Be sure to turn down the volume before
connecting or putting on headphones.

DO NOT turn off (on standby) the unit with the
volume set to an extremely high level; otherwise, a
sudden blast of sound can damage your hearing,
speakers and/or headphones when you turn on the
unit or start playing any source next time.
REMEMBER you cannot adjust the volume level
while the unit is on standby.

To turn down the volume level temporarily

Press FADE MUTING on the remote control.
The volume level gradually decreases to “MIN.”
To restore the sound, press the button again.

Reinforcing the Bass Sound

This function only affects the playback sound, but does not
affect your recording.

Turn the SUBWOOFER LEVEL control
clockwise to increase the subwoofer
sound or counterclockwise to decrease it.

• The subwoofer level can be adjusted in 4
steps (LEVEL 1 — LEVEL 4.)
If you turn the control clockwise up to the
volume LEVEL 4, “MAX” flashes on the
display for a few seconds.

When using the remote control, press SUBWOOFER LEVEL
to adjust the subwoofer level. The subwoofer level changes as
LEVEL 1 = LEVEL 2 = LEVEL 3 = LEVEL 4 =
(back to the beginning).

SUBWOOFER LEVEL indicator always
lights up when the unit is on.

FADE

MUTING

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

SOUND

MODE

Surround modes*:
D.CLUB: Increases resonance and bass.
HALL: Adds depth and brilliance to the sound.
STADIUM: Adds clarity and spreads the sound, like in an

outdoor stadium.

SEA (Sound Effect Amplifier) modes:
ROCK: Boosts low and high frequency. Good for

acoustic music.

POP: Good for vocal music.
CLASSIC: Good for classical music.

OFF: Cancels the sound mode.

* Surround elements are added to the SEA elements to create a

being-there feeling in your room.
When one of these modes is selected, the SOUND MODE
indicator lights up as —

While one of the SEA modes (SEA elements without surround
elements) is selected, the SOUND MODE indicator lights up as
—

When using the remote control, press SOUND MODE to
adjust the sound mode.

• Each time you press the button, the sound modes change as
follows:

D.CLUB

(Dance CLUB)

OFF

(Canceled)

HALL STADIUM ROCK

POP

CLASSIC

SOUND MODE indicator
also lights up on the display

D.CLUB

(Dance CLUB)

OFF

(Canceled)

HALL STADIUM ROCK

POP

CLASSIC

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Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts

Tuning in a Station

1

Press FM/AM.

The unit automatically turns on and tunes
in the previously tuned station (either FM
or AM).

• Each time you press the button, the
band alternates between FM and AM.

2

Start searching for stations.
On the unit:
Press and hold TUNING + or
TUNING – for more than 1
second.
On the remote control:
Press and hold 4 or
¢ for more than 1 second.

The unit starts searching for stations
and stops when a station of sufficient
signal strength is tuned in.
If a program is broadcast in stereo, the ST (stereo)
indicator lights up.

To stop during searching, press TUNING + or TUNING –
(or 4 or ¢ on the remote control).

When you press TUNING + or TUNING –
(or 4 or ¢ on the remote control) briefly and repeatedly

The frequency changes step by step.

To change the FM reception mode

When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or
noisy, press FM MODE on the remote control so
that the “MONO” appears and MONO indicator
also lights up on the display. Reception improves.

To restore the stereo effect, press FM MODE again so that
the “STEREO” appears on the diplay and the MONO
indicator goes off from the display.
In this stereo mode, you can hear stereo sounds when a
program is broadcast in stereo.

Presetting Stations

You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations.

In some cases, test frequencies have been already memorized
for the tuner since the factory examined the tuner preset
function before shipment. This is not a malfunction. You can
preset the stations you want into memory by following the
presetting method.

•

There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting
is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.

On the unit ONLY:

1

Tune in the station you want to preset.

• See “Tuning in a Station” above.

2

Press SET.

3

Press PRESET + or PRESET –
to select a preset number.

4

Press SET again.

The tuned station in step 1 is stored in the preset number
selected in step 3.

• Storing a new station on a used number erases the
previously stored one.

When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power
failure occurs

The preset stations will be erased in a few days. If this happens,
preset the stations again.

Tuning in a Preset Station

1

Press FM/AM.

The unit automatically turns on and
tunes in the previously tuned station
(either FM or AM).

• Each time you press the button, the
band alternates between FM and AM.

2

Select a preset number.
On the unit:
Press PRESET + or PRESET –.
On the remote control:
Press the number buttons.

Ex.: For preset number 5, press 5.

For preset number 15, press +10
then 5.
For preset number 20, press +10,
then 10.
For preset number 25, press +10,
+10, then 5.
For preset number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.

TUNING

FM MODE

SET

PRESET

12

3

4

5

6

78

9

10

+10

SET

PRESET

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Playing Back CDs

This unit has been designed to playback the CDs: Audio CD,
CD-R and CD-RW.

Continued use of irregular shape CDs (heart-shape,
octagonal, etc.) can damage the unit.

When playing a CD-R or CD-RW

User-edited CD-Rs (Recordable) and CD-RWs
(Rewritable) can be played back only if they are already
“finalized”.

• You can play back your original CD-Rs or CD-RWs
recorded in music CD format. (However, they may not
be played back depending on their characteristics or
recording conditions.)

• Before playing back CD-Rs or CD-RWs, read their
instructions or cautions carefully.

• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs may not be played back on
this unit because of their disc characteristics, damage or
stain on them, or if the player’s lens is dirty.

• CD-RWs may require a longer readout time. (This is
caused by the fact that the reflectance of CD-RWs is
lower than for regular CDs.)

Loading CDs

1

Press 0.

The unit automatically turns on and the
carrousel comes out.

2

Place one or two discs correctly on the front
slots of the carrousel, with its label side up.

• When using a CD single (8 cm), place it on the inner
circle of the disc tray.

3

If you wish to load a third disc,
press DISC CHANGE on the unit
or DISC SKIP on the remote
control.

The carrousel rotates by 120˚.

4

Press 0 again.

The carrousel closes.

About the disc indicators

Each disc indicator corresponds to the disc tray of the same number.

• The disc marker lights up for the disc number you have selected.

• The disc indicator rotates while the corresponding CD is being
played.

• The disc indicator goes off when the unit has detected that there is
no CD on the corresponding disc tray.

Playing Back the Entire Discs — Continuous
Play

You can play CDs continuously.

1

Load CDs.

2

Press one of the disc
number buttons (CD1, CD2,
and CD3) for the disc you
want to play.

CD play starts from the first track of
the selected disc.

• Pressing CD 6 instead of the disc number buttons
starts playing back if a CD is on the trays.

When you turn on the unit, ALL DISC indicator lights up on
the display automatically. If you do not want all the CDs to
play back, select 1 DISC by pressing REPEAT.

ALL DISC: Plays all loaded CD.
1 DISC: Plays back one CD.

To stop during play, press 7.
To remove the disc, press 0.

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REPEAT ALL DISC REPEAT 1 DISC

REPEAT 1

1 DISC

ALL DISC

CORRECT

INCORRECT

Disc number

Disc indicator

DISC SKIP

Disc marker

DISC CHANGE

Track number

Elapsed playing time

Track number of the currently playing disc is
flashing. (Track numbers exceeding 16 are
not displayed.)

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CD playback sequence (when ALL DISC is selected)

When 3 CDs are loaded on the disc trays, they are played in one of
the following sequences.

• When CD1 is pressed : CD1 ] CD2 ] CD3 (then stops)

• When CD2 is pressed : CD2 ] CD3 ] CD1 (then stops)

• When CD3 is pressed : CD3 ] CD1 ] CD2 (then stops)
* When only 2 CDs are loaded, they are played in the same order,

but the disc tray without a CD is skipped.

Basic CD Operations

While playing a CD, you can do the following operations.

To exchange CDs during playback of another

Press DISC CHANGE to change the CD and the
carrousel comes out.
If you change CDs during play, the current play
will not stop until all CDs you have changed are
played.
To close the carrousel, press DISC CHANGE or 0.

To skip to the another CD in the carrousel

Press DISC SKIP on the remote control.

To stop play for a moment

Press CD 6.
While pausing, “PAUSE” appears on the
display.

To resume play, press CD 6 again.

To locate a particular point in a track

During play, press and hold 1 or ¡.

• 1: Fast reverses the disc.

• ¡: Fast forwards the disc.
When using the remote control, press and
hold 4 or ¢.

To go to another track

Press 4 or ¢ repeatedly before or
during playback.

• 4: Goes back to the beginning of the
current or previous tracks.

• ¢: Skips to the beginning of the next or
succeeding tracks.

If you press and hold 4 / ¢ on the unit before
playing

You can change the tracks continuously.

To go to another track directly using the number buttons

Pressing the number button(s) before or
during play allows you to start playing the
track number you want.

Ex.: For track number 5, press 5.

For track number 15, press +10, then 5.
For track number 20, press +10, then 10.
For track number 32, press +10, +10,
+10, then 2.

Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks
— Program Play

You can arrange the order in which the tracks play before you
start playing. You can program up to 32 tracks.

• To use Repeat play (see page 14) for Program play, press
REPEAT after starting Program play.

On the unit ONLY:

1

Load CDs.

• If the current playing source is not the CD player, press
CD 6, then 7 before going to the next step.

2

Press PROGRAM so that
“PROGRAM” appears on the
display.

The PRGM (program) indicator also lights up on the
display.

• If a program has been stored in memory, the program is
called up.

3

Press one of the disc number
buttons (CD1, CD2, and CD3)
to select the disc number you
want to play.

4

Press 4 or ¢ to select the track number,
then press SET.

Each time you select a track and press SET, the selected
track number is added to the CD track number indicator.

Track number

TUNING

PRESET

12

3

4

5

6

78

9

10

+10

PRESET

PROGRAM RANDO

MEA

T

DISC CHANGE

Disc number

Program step number

SET

DISC SKIP

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To stop during play, press 7.

• Random play also stops when 0 is pressed.
To exit from Random play mode, press RANDOM again

during play so that the unit enters Continuous play mode.
To use Random play mode, you have to cancel the Program

play mode.

If you press ¢ or 4

Skips to the next track selected randomly.

Repeating Tracks or CDs — Repeat Play

You can have all the CDs, the program or the individual track
currently playing repeat as many times as you like.

To repeat play, press REPEAT during or before
playing.

• Each time you press the button, Repeat play
mode changes as follows, and the following
indicator lights up on the display:

REPEAT 1: Repeats one track on one CD.
REPEAT 1 DISC*: Repeats all the tracks on one CD.
REPEA T ALL DISC: Repeats all the tracks on all the CDs.

* REPEAT 1 DISC is not used for Program play.
To cancel Repeat play, press REPEAT repeatedly until the

REPEAT indicator (REPEAT 1, REPEAT 1 DISC or
REPEAT ALL DISC) goes off from the display.

• Repeat play and Random play cannot be used at the same
time.

Prohibiting Disc Ejection — Tray Lock

You can prohibit CD ejection from the unit and can lock CDs.

• This operation is possible only while the unit is on with CD
selected as the source.

On the unit ONLY:

To prohibit disc ejection, press 0 for the carrousel while

holding 7.
“LOCKED” appears for a while, and the carrousel is locked.

To cancel the prohibition and unlock the CDs, press 0 for
the carrousel while holding 7.
“UNLOCKED” appears for a while, and the carrousel is
unlocked.

If you try to eject CDs

“LOCKED” appears to inform you that the Tray Lock is in use.

5

Program other tracks you want.

• To program tracks from the same disc, repeat step 4.

• To program tracks from a different disc, repeat steps 3
and 4.

6

Press CD 6.

The tracks are played in the order you
have programed.

To stop during play, press 7.
To exit from Program play mode, press PROGRAM again

before or after play so that the unit enters Continuous play
mode. (The program you have made is stored in memory
until you turn off the unit or erase the program.)

To modify the program

Before playing, you can erase the programed
tracks shown on the display by pressing CANCEL.

• Each time you press the button, the last programmed
track is erased from the program.

To check the program during play, press ¢ (or 4) so that the
playing track will change according to the program (or reverse)
order.

To add tracks in the program before play, simply select the disc
numbers and/or track numbers you want to add by following steps 3
and 4 of the programming procedure on page 13.

To erase the entire program before or during play, press 7 twice.

• Ejecting a carrousel will also erase the stored memory.

If you try to program a 33rd track

“FULL” will appear on the display.

If your entry is ignored

You have tried to program a track from an empty tray, or a track
number that does not exist on the CD. Such entries are ignored.

Playing at Random — Random Play

The tracks of the selected CD will play at random.

1

Load a CD.

• If the current playing source is not the CD player, press
CD 6, then 7 before going to the next step.

2

Press RANDOM so that “RANDOM”
appears on the display .

The RANDOM indicator also lights up on the
display.

• The tracks are played automatically at random. Random
play ends when all tracks are played once.

CANCEL

/DEMO

RANDOM

PROGRA

M

REPEAT

REPEAT ALL DISC REPEAT 1 DISC

REPEAT 1

1 DISC

ALL DISC

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Playing Back Tapes

Playing Back a Tape

1

Press EJECT (0) for the deck you want to
use.

2

Put a cassette in, with the exposed part of the
tape down.

• You can play back only type I.

3

Close the cassette holder gently.

If you put cassettes in both decks A and B, the last deck
which you have put a cassette into is selected.
To operate the other deck, press TAPE A or TAPE B (or
TAPE A/B on the remote control).

4

Press TAPE

33

33

3 .

The tape play starts and the tape running
indicator (3) starts flashing slowly.

When the tape plays to the end, the deck
automatically stops.

The use of the C-120 or thinner tape is not
recommended, since characteristic deterioration
may occur and this tape easily jams in the pinch­rollers and the capstans.

To stop during play, press 7.
To operate the other deck, press TAPE A or TAPE B (or

TAPE A/B on the remote control), then TAPE 3.
To fast-forward the tape, press ¡ (or ¢ on the remote

control). The tape running indicator (3) starts flashing
quickly.

To rewind the tape, press 1 (or 4 on the remote
control). The tape running indicator (2) starts flashing
quickly.

To remove the cassette, press 0 EJECT for deck A or
EJECT 0 for deck B.

EJECT

EJECT

For Deck A

For Deck B

EJECT

EJECT

TAPE

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Recording

Recording a Tape on Deck B

On the unit ONLY:

1

Press EJECT 0 for the deck B.

2

Put in a recordable cassette, with the exposed
part of the tape down.

3

Close the cassette holder gently.

4

Start playing the source — FM, AM, CD
player or auxiliary equipment connected to
AUX IN jacks.

• When you dub tapes, see page 17.

• When the source is CD, you can also use CD Synchro
Recording (see “CD Synchro Recording” on page 17.)

5

Start recording.
Press REC START/STOP.

The REC (recording) indicator lights up on
the display and recording starts.

To stop during recording, press REC START/STOP again
or 7.

To remove the cassette, press EJECT 0 for deck B.

IMPORTANT:

• It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record
pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the
consent of the owner of copyright in the sound or video
recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any
literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic embodied
therein.

• The recording level is automatically set correctly, so it is
not affected by the VOLUME control and the
SUBWOOFER LEVEL control. Thus, during recording
you can adjust the sound you are actually listening to
without affecting the recording level.

• While recording, you can hear sound modes through the
speakers or headphones. However, the sound is recorded
without these effects (see page 10).

• If recordings you have made have excessive noise or static,
the unit may be too close to a TV. Place the unit away from
the TV.

• You can use type I tape for recording.

To protect your recording

Cassettes have two small tabs
on the back to protect
unexpected erasure or re­recording.
To protect your recording,
remove these tabs.
To re-record on a protected tape, cover the holes with
adhesive tape.

To keep the best recording and playback sound quality

If the heads, capstans, and pinch rollers of the cassette decks
become dirty, the following will occur:

• Impaired sound quality

• Discontinuous sound

• Fading

• Incomplete erasure

• Difficulty in recording

To clean the head, capstan, and pinch roller

Use a cotton swab moistened with alcohol.

To demagnetize the head

Turn off the unit, and use a head demagnetizer (available at
electronics and audio shops).

Head

Capstan

Pinch roller

EJECT

EJECT

Erase head

REC START

/STOPCDRE

C

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CD Synchro Recording

You can easily record a CD onto a tape.

• You can also record the tracks in order you have made the
program.

On the unit ONLY:

1

Put a recordable cassette into deck B.

2

Place a disc correctly on the circle of the disc
tray, with its label side up.

3

Press one of the disc number buttons (CD1 to
CD3) to select the disc, then 7.

4

Press CD REC START.

“CD REC” appears, and the REC
(recording) indicator lights up on the display.

Deck B starts recording and the CD player starts playing.
When the recording is done, the CD player and deck B
stop.

To stop during CD Synchro Recording, press 7.

To remove the cassette, press EJECT 0 for deck B.

Dubbing Tapes

On the unit ONLY:

1

Press TAPE 3, then 7.

2

Put the source cassette in deck A, and a
recordable cassette into deck B.

3

Press DUBBING.

Dubbing starts.
“DUBBING” appears, and the REC
(recording) indicator lights up on the display.

To stop during dubbing, press 7.
To remove the cassette, press 0 EJECT for deck A and

EJECT 0 for deck B.

RT

DUBBING

RT

CD
REC START

DUBBI

N

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Using the Timers

There are three timers available — Daily Timer, Recording
Timer, and Sleep Timer.

Before using the timers, you need to set the clock built in the
unit. (See “Setting the Clock” on page 9.)

Using Daily Timer

With Daily Timer, you can wake to your favorite music or
radio program. You can set the timer whether the system is on
or off.

How Daily Timer actually works

The unit automatically turns on, set the volume level to the
preset level, and starts playing the specified source when the
on-time comes (the indicator flashes while the timer is
operating). Then, when the off-time comes, the unit
automatically turns off (stands by).
The timer setting remains in memory until you change it.

• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the
setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1
again.

• If you have made a mistake while setting timer, press
CANCEL. (However, this does not always work. If
CANCEL does not work, press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly
and start from step 1 again.)

Before you start...

• When using a CD as the source to play —
– Make sure there is a CD on the currently selected disc

number tray.

• When using a tape as the source to play —
– Make sure that a tape is in the deck whose deck

indicator (A or B) is lit on the display.

• When using the external component as the source to

play —

– Set the timer equipped with the external component at

the same time.

On the unit ONLY:

1

Press CLOCK/TIMER until
“DAILY” appears on the display.

indicator lights up and the DAILY (daily
timer) indicator also starts flashing on the
display.

• Each time you press the button, the timer setting modes

change as follows:

DAILY

Canceled

ON TIME

ON TIME

CLOCK

(See page 9.)

REC

CD

TUNER FM

TUNER AM

TAPE

AUX

2

Press CLOCK/TIMER again.

“ON TIME” appears for 2 seconds, then the
unit enters on-time setting mode.

3

Set the on-time you want the unit
to turn on.

1) Press 4 or ¢ to set the hour, then

press SET.

2) Press 4 or ¢ to set the minute,

then press SET.
“OFF TIME” appears for 2 seconds, then
the unit enters off-time setting mode.

4

Set the off-time you want the unit
to turn off (on standby).

1) Press 4 or ¢ to set the hour, then

press SET.

2) Press 4 or ¢ to set the minute,

then press SET.
The unit enters source selecting mode.

5

Press 4 or ¢ to select the
source to play, then press SET.

• Each time you press 4 or ¢, the
source changes as follows:

TUNER FM: tunes into a specified preset FM station.

= go to step 6.

TUNER AM: tunes into a specified preset AM station.

= go to step 6.

CD: plays a disc from the first track.

= go to step 7.

TAPE: plays a tape in deck A or B. = go to step 7.
AUX: plays an external source. = go to step 7.

Continued

CLOCK

/

TIMER

CLOCK

/

TIMER

PRESET

SET

PRESET

SET

PRESET

SET

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DAILY

Canceled

ON TIME

ON TIME

CLOCK

(See page 9.)

REC

6

Select the preset station number.

Press 4 or ¢ to select the preset
station number, then press SET.
The unit enters volume setting mode.

7

Press 4 or ¢ to set the volume
level.

• You can select the volume level from
VOL MIN, VOL 1 – 30, and VOL
MAX.

8

Press SET to complete the Daily
Timer setting.

The DAILY (daily timer) indicator stops
flashing and remains lit. The settings you have
done are shown on the display in sequence for your
confirmation.

9

Press STANDBY/ON to
turn off the unit (on standby)
if you have set the Daily Timer
with the unit turned on.

If the unit is turned on when the timer-on time comes

Daily Timer does not work.

To turn on or off Daily Timer after its setting is done

1 Press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly until

“DAILY” appears on the display.

2 To turn off the Daily Timer, press

CANCEL.

The DAILY (daily timer) indicator goes off
from the display (“OFF” appears for a while).
The Daily Timer is canceled, but the setting
for the Daily Timer remains in memory.

To turn on the Daily Timer, press SET.

The DAILY (daily timer) indicator lights up on
the display. The settings you have done are
shown on the display in sequence for your
confirmation.

Using Recording Timer

With Recording Timer, you can make a tape of a radio
broadcast automatically. You can set the timer whether the
system is on or off.

How Recording Timer actually works

The unit automatically turns on, tunes into the specified
station, sets the volume level to “MIN,” and starts recording
when the on-time comes (the indicator flashes while the
timer is operating). Then, when the off-time comes, the unit
automatically turns off (stands by).
The timer setting remains in memory until you change it.

• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the
setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1
again.

• If you have made a mistake while setting the timer, press
CANCEL. (However, this does not always work. If
CANCEL does not work, press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly
and start from step 1 again.)

On the unit ONLY:

1

Put a recordable cassette into deck B.

2

Press CLOCK/TIMER until
“REC” appears on the display.

indicator lights up and the REC
(recording timer) indicator also starts flashing
on the display.

• Each time you press the button, the timer setting modes

change as follows:

3

Press CLOCK/TIMER again.

“ON TIME” appears for 2 seconds, then the
unit enters on-time setting mode.

PRESET

SET

PRESET

SET

CLOCK

/

TIMER

CANCEL

/DEMO

SET

CLOCK

/

TIMER

CLOCK

/

TIMER

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

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Recording Timer

7:00

6:30

Sleep Timer

7:30

AM 6:00

Using Sleep Timer

With Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep to music.
You can set Sleep Timer when the unit is turned on.

How Sleep Timer actually works

The unit automatically turns off after the specified time
length passes.

On the remote control ONLY:

1

Press SLEEP.

The time length until the shut-off time appears
and the SLEEP indicator starts flashing on the
display.

• Each time you press the button, the time length changes

as follows:

2

Wait for about 5 seconds after specifying the
time length.

The SLEEP indicator stops flashing and remains lit.

To check the remaining time until the shut-off time, press
SLEEP once so that the remaining time until the shut-off time
appears for about 5 seconds.

To change the shut-off time, press SLEEP repeatedly until
the desired time length appears on the display.

To cancel the setting, press SLEEP repeatedly until “OFF”
appears on the display so that the SLEEP indicator goes off
from the display.

• Sleep Timer is also canceled when you turn off the unit.

Timer Priority

Since each timer can be set separately, you may wonder what
happens if the setting for these timers overlaps.
Here are examples.

• Recording Timer has priority over Daily Timer.

If Daily Timer is set to come on while Recording Timer is
operating, Daily Timer will not come on at all.

• If Sleep Timer overlaps with another timer (either Daily

Timer or Recording Timer), a timer with the earlier shut-off
time has priority.

When using the Recording Timer and Sleep Timer at the
same time, pay special attention to the shut-off time.

4

Set the on-time you want the unit
to turn on.

1) Press 4 or ¢ to set the hour, then

press SET.

2) Press 4 or ¢ to set the minute,

then press SET.
“OFF TIME” appears for 2 seconds, then
the unit enters off-time setting mode.

5

Set the off-time you want the
unit to turn off (on standby).

1) Press 4 or ¢ to set the hour, then

press SET.

2) Press 4 or ¢ to set the minute,

then press SET.
The unit enters preset station selecting
mode.

6

Select the preset station.

1) Press 4 or ¢ to select the band

(“TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM”),
then press SET.

2) Press 4 or ¢ to select a preset

channel number, then press SET.
The REC (recording timer) indicator stops
flashing and remains lit. The settings you
have done are shown on the display in
sequence for your confirmation.

7

Press STANDBY/ON to
turn off the unit (on standby) if
necessary.

If you want to listen to another source while recording

Press REC START/STOP to stop recording. Without stopping it, you
cannot change the source.

To turn on or off Recording Timer after its setting is
done

1 Press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly until

“REC” appears on the display.

2 To turn off the Recording Timer, press

CANCEL.

The REC (recording timer) indicator goes off
from the display (“OFF” appears for a while).
The Recording Timer is canceled, but the
setting for the Recording Timer remains in memory.

To turn on the Recording Timer, press SET.

The REC (recording timer) indicator lights up
on the display. The settings you have done are
shown on the display in sequence for your
confirmation.

PRESET

SET

SET

PRESET

SET

CLOCK

/

TIMER

CANCEL

/DEMO

SET

SLEEP

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

PRESET

canceled.

SLEEP10

OFF

(Canceled)

SLEEP20 SLEEP30 SLEEP60

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Maintenance

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

Handling cassette tapes

• If the tape is loose in its cassette, take
up the slack by inserting a pencil in
one of the reels and rotating.

• If the tape is loose, it may get
stretched, cut, or caught in the
cassette.

• Be careful not to touch the tape
surface.

• Avoid the following places to store the
tape:
— In dusty places
— In direct sunlight or heat
— In moist areas
— Near a magnet

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 to
prevent warping.

• 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.

DO NOT use any solvent — such as conventional
record cleaner, spray, thinner, or benzine — to
clean the disc.

If you are having a problem with your unit, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service.
If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the unit has been physically damaged, call a qualified person,
such as your dealer, for service.

Troubleshooting

Symptom

No sound is heard.

Hard to listen to broadcasts because of
noise.

The disc sound is discontinuous.
The disc tray does not open or close.

The disc does not play.
The cassette holders cannot be opened.

Impossible to record.

Operations are disabled.

Unable to operate the unit from the remote
control.

Cause

Connections are incorrect or loose.

• Antennas are disconnected.

• The AM loop antenna is too close to the
unit.

• The FM antenna is not properly extended
and positioned.

The disc is scratched or dirty.

• The AC power cord is not plugged in.

• Trays are locked.

The disc is placed upside down.
Power supply from the AC power cord has

been cut off while the tape was running.
Small tabs on the back of the cassette are

removed.
The built-in microprocessor may

malfunction due to external electrical
interference.

• The path between the remote control and
the remote sensor on the unit is blocked.

• The batteries are exhausted.

Action

Check all connections and make
corrections. (See pages 6 to 8.)

• Reconnect the antennas correctly and
securely.

• Change the position and direction of the
AM loop antenna.

• Extend the FM antenna at the best
position.

Clean or replace the disc. (See above.)

• Plug the AC power cord.

• Unlock the trays. (See page 14.)

Place the disc with the label side up.
Turn on the unit.

Cover the holes with adhesive tape.

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

• Remove the obstruction.

• Replace the batteries.

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Specifications

Amplifier section — CA-MXG50

Output Power

SUBWOOFERS: 80 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into

6 Ω at 63 Hz with no more than 10% total
harmonic distortion.

MAIN SPEAKERS:40 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into

6 Ω at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total
harmonic distortion.

Audio input sensitivity/Impedance

(at 1 kHz, measured at MAIN SPEAKERS)

AUX: 400 mV/50 kΩ

Digital output: DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)

Signal wave length: 660 nm
Output level: –21 dBm to –15 dBm

Speakers/Impedance: 6 Ω – 16 Ω

Tuner

FM tuning range: 87.50 MHz – 108.00 MHz
AM tuning range: 530 kHz – 1 710 kHz

CD player

CD Capacity: 3 CDs
Dynamic range: 85 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio: 85 dB

Cassette deck

Frequency response

Normal (type I): 50 Hz — 14 000 Hz

Wow and flutter

0.15% (WRMS)

General

Power requirement: AC 120 V , 60 Hz
Power consumption: 130 W / 200 VA (at operation)

17 W (on standby)

Dimensions (approx.): 270 mm x 317 mm x 447 mm (W/H/D)

(10

11

/16 in. x 12 1/2 in. x 17 5/8 in.)

Mass (approx.): 8.9 kg (19.6 lbs)

Supplied accessories

See page 6.

Speaker section — SP-MXG50

Type: 3-way bass-reflex type

Twin Hyper Power-Drive Subwoofer

Speaker units: Subwoofer: 13.5 cm (5 3/8 in.) cone x1

Main Woofer: 13.5 cm (5

3

/8 in.) cone x1

Tweeter: 5 cm (2 in.) cone x1

Power handling capacity:

Subwoofer: 80 W
Main speaker: 40 W

Impedance: Subwoofer: 6 Ω

Main speaker: 4 Ω

Frequency range: Subwoofer: 26 Hz — 92 Hz

Main speaker: 92 Hz — 20 000 Hz

Sound pressure level: Subwoofer: 75 dB/W•m

Main speaker: 88 dB/W•m

Dimensions (approx.): 275 mm x 317 mm x 309 mm (W/H/D)

(10

11

/16 in. x 12 1/2 in. x 12 3/16 in.)

Mass (approx.): 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs) each

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of

the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level of performance for which JVC is world famous. The
JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.

1700 Valley Road

Wayne, NJ 07470

QUALITY SERVICE

HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER

TOLL FREE : 1-800-537-5722

http://www.jvcservice.com

Dear customer:
In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair

is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental
United States, Call 1-800-537-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.

—JVC

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING

COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.

FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS

10 New Maple Avenue
Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641
[phone]

5665 Corporate Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630-0024
[phone]

13 Cummings Park
Woburn, MA 01801
[phone]

705 Enterprise Street
Aurora, IL 60504-8149
[phone]

10700 Hammerly, Suite 110
Houston, TX 77043
[phone]

890 Dubuque Avenue
South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804
[phone]

1500 Lakes Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857
[phone]

2969 Mapunapuna Place
Honolulu, HI 96819-2040
[phone]

8192 State Road 84
Davie, FL 33324
[phone]

(1099)

If you ship the product • • •

Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent

size and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating the
problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the
receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your
JVC unit. Print your home return address on the outside
and the inside of the carton. Send to the appropriate JVC
Factory Service Center as listed above.

CAUTION

To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. No user

serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Don’t service it yourself.

ACCESSORIES

To purchase accessories for your JVC product, you may contact your local JVC Dealer.

Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free : 800-882-2345

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LIMITED W ARRANTY AUDIO-1

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail

purchase for the period as shown below. (“The Warranty Period.”)

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY(50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN
COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.

WHAT WE WILL DO:

If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such
repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers.
Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period. All products and parts thereof may be
brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry-in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and
above which are covered on an in-home basis.

WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:

Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale. For your nearest JVC authorized
service center, please call toll free: [phone].
If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with a copy of
your bill of sale plus and letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and location
of which will be given to you by the toll-free number.
If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Relations Department.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover:

1. Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty

installation, lack of reasonable care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC to
render such service, or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products, or if the model number or serial number
has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed;

2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair;

3. Operational adjustments covered in the Owner’s Manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning;

4. Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, and cosmetic damage;

5. Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge;

6. Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus(Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase;

7. Accessories;

8. Batteries (except the Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase);
There are no express warranties except as listed above.

THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN.

JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER
DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO
TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF
THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied
warranty last, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA 1700 Valley Road

DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. Wayne, NJ 07470

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF
REFURBISHED PRO DUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION
PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.

For customer use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this

information for future reference.

Model No.: Serial No.:
Purchase date: Name of dealer:

PARTS LABOR

1YR 1YR

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