JVC UX-EP100 User Manual

MICRO COMPONENT SYSTEM

UX-EP100

—Consists of CA-UXEP100 and SP-UXEP100

Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.

INSTRUCTIONS

GNT0076-017A[US/UB/UW]

0407WMKMDWJMM

©2007 Victor Company of Japan, Limited

Warnings, Cautions and Others

Caution — 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 button in
any position does not disconnect the mains line.

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

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

The power can be remote controlled.

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.

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.

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:

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.

CAUTION:

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

[European Union only]

CAUTION: Proper Ventilation

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate the apparatus as follows:

1. Front: No obstructions and open spacing.

2. Sides/Top/Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below.

3. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of
10 cm or more.

Front view Side view

Precautions

Notes on the power cord

• When you are away on travel or otherwise for an extended period of time, remove the plug from the wall outlet. A small
amount of power (2.5 W) is always consumed while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.

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

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

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

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

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

Avoid moisture, water, dust, and high temperatures

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

• If water gets inside the System, turn off the power and remove the plug from the wall outlet, then consult your dealer. Using

the System in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock.

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

Notes on installation

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

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

• Do not put heavy objects on the System.

To prevent malfunction or damage of the System

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

• Do not block the vents.

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

Basic and Common Operations

Operating on the System

To Pr e ss

Turn on or off
(standby) the power

Select a source*

Adjust the volume

1, 2

Operating on the Remote Control

Turn on or off
(standby) the power

Select a source*

Adjust the volume

Drop the volume in a
moment

Reinforce the bass
sound (Active Hyper
Bass Pro function)

Adjust the tone (Bass/
Treble)

Changing the display
brightness

To Pr e ss

2

The STANDBY lamp on the System turns off/on.

See “Playing Back a Disc/USB Mass Storage Class
Device” on page 4.

See “Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts” on page 5.

See “Listening to Digital Audio Player” on page 6.

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

The STANDBY lamp on the System turns
off/on.

See “Playing Back a Disc/USB Mass Storage
Class Device” on page 4.

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

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

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

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

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

Press and hold until the AHB indicator lights
on the display.

To cancel this function, press and hold again.

• Once: for the bass level

• Twice: for the treble level

Then, press VOLUME + to increase the level or
press VOLUME – to decrease it.

• You can adjust the bass and/or treble level
from –3 to +3.

Press when the System is turned on.

To cancel this function, press again.

Using Headphones

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

• Connecting the headphones will deactivate the speakers.

• Sound adjustments also affect the sound through the headphones.

• Do not put the headphone cord on “touch sensor panel.”

PHONES jack

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

To Pr e ss

Set the Save mode

Changing the display
information (Clock
and Source)

Turn off the System by
using the sleep timer

1

You can operate the source selecting buttons on the System by simply touching,

*

because these buttons are “touch sensor panel.”

*2 The corresponding source indicator lights on the display (not applicable for “LINE”).

NOTE

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

Press and hold for more than 2 seconds when
the System is on standby.

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

To cancel this function, press and hold for
more than 2 seconds again.
Press briefly.

For setting the clock, see “Setting the Clock
and Daily Timer” on page 5.
Press repeatedly to specify the time (in
minutes) as follows (SLEEP indicator lights on
the display):

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

Canceled

Stereo mini plug cord

STANDBY lamp

NOTICE

• Do not put objects such as the
headphone cord on “touch sensor panel.”

• Do not put a fluorescent light near the
System; otherwise, “touch sensor panel”
may not work correctly.

Display Information

Source indicators (See the left table.)

AHB indicator (See the left table.)

RESUME indicator (See page 4.)

File type indicators (See page 4.)

Source indicators (See the left table.)

QPL indicator
(See page 6.)

Play mode indicators (See page 4.)

Main Display

A.STBY (Auto Standby) indicator (See page 4.)

FM reception
indicators
(See page 5.)

SLEEP indicator (See the left table.)

Timer mode indicators (See page 5.)

1

Getting Started Playing Back a Disc/USB Mass Storage Class Device

Supplied Accessories

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

• Remote control (x 1)

• Lithium coin battery CR2025 (x 1) (The battery has been

installed when shipped from the factory.)

• AM loop antenna (x 1)

• FM antenna (x 1)

• AC plug adapter (x 1) (not applicable for Hong Kong)

If anything is missing, consult your dealer immediately.

Prepare the Remote Control

When you use the remote control
for the first time, pull out the
insulation sheet.

To Replace the Battery in the Remote Control

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

Connections

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

NOTES

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

• If the cords are covered with vinyl, remove the vinyl to expose the tip of the cord by
twisting the vinyl.

For better FM reception

Outdoor FM antenna

(not supplied)

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

To a wall outlet

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

• If the wall outlet does not match the AC plug, use the supplied AC plug adapter
(not applicable for Hong Kong).

Insulation sheet

Lithium coin battery
(product number: CR2025)

AM loop antenna

(supplied)

Turn it until the best

reception is obtained.

To connect the speaker cords

Make sure the both speakers are connected
correctly and firmly.

• Before connecting the speaker cords, twist and
pull the insulation coat off and remove.

When connecting the speaker cords, match the
polarity of the speaker terminals: black cord with
white stripe to (+) and black cord to (–).

2 4

NOTES

• Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach. If a child accidentally swallows the
battery, consult a doctor immediately.

• Do not recharge, short, disassemble or heat the battery or dispose of it in a fire. Doing any of
these things may cause the battery to give off heat, crack, or start a fire.

• Do not leave the battery with other metallic materials. Doing this may cause the battery to
give off heat, crack, or start a fire.

• When throwing away or saving the battery, wrap it in tape and insulate; otherwise, the
battery may start to give off heat, crack, or start a fire.

• Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar tools. Doing this may cause the battery to
give off heat, crack, or start a fire.

• Dispose of battery in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local regulations.

• The batteries (battery pack or batteries installed ) shall not be exposed to excessive heat
source such as sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION:

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

To assemble the AM loop antenna

To connect the AM loop antenna

FM antenna (supplied)

Extend it so that you can obtain the
best reception.

NOTES

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

• DO NOT allow the conductor of the
speaker cords to be in touch with
the metallic parts of the System.

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

WMA files in ISO 9660 format.

– USB mass storage class device which contains MP3/WMA files.

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

Loading a Disc

1

2

3

or

or

Press to open the disc tray.

• When using an 8 cm disc, place it on
the inner circle of the disc tray.

Press to close the disc tray.

Connecting a USB Mass Storage Class Device

You can connect a USB mass storage class device such as a USB flash
memory device, MP3 player, multimedia card reader, etc. to the System.

Front view

USB cable (not supplied)

NOTES

• When connecting with a USB cable, use the cable whose length is less
than 1 m.

• USB mass storage class device is charged through the USB MEMORY
terminal when the System is turned on and the source is “USB.”

• You cannot connect a computer to the USB MEMORY terminal of the
System.

• Do not disconnect the USB mass storage class device when the System is
turned on. It may cause malfunction of both this System and the device.

• Noise and static electricity may stop the USB mass storage class device
sound. In this case, disconnect and connect the USB mass storage class
device again after turning off the System.

Turning off the System Automatically

—AUTO STANDBY function

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

• The A.STBY indicator starts flashing after playback stops.
If no operation is done for about 3 minutes, the System

turns off.

To cancel this function, press and hold again.

Prohibiting Disc Ejection

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

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

On the System only

Press and hold

To cancel the prohibition, repeat the

same procedure.

Basic Disc/USB Mass Storage Class Device Operations

To

Play back the disc

Play back the USB
mass storage
class device

Stop playback

Select a track

Select a group
(MP3/WMA only)

Forward search/
Reverse search

NOTES

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

• If no USB mass storage class device is connected, “NO USB” appears on the main display.

• If MP3/WMA files are not recorded in the USB mass storage class device, “NO FILE” appears on the main display.

RESUME Play

When you stop the playback by one of the following
operations, this System stores the beginning of the
stopped track on the disc or stores the stopped
position of the file on the USB mass storage class
device.
– Pressing 7 once (The RESUME indicator lights on the

display.)
– Changing the source
– Turning off the System

When you start playback again, playback starts from
the stored position.

To clear the stored position, press 7 while playback
is stopped.

Playing Repeatedly—Repeat Play

1

2

3

On the

System

—

—

—

—

Press repeatedly before you start playback to specify the repeat mode
as follows:

REP 1 Repeats the current (or specified) track.

REP GRP

ALL REP ALL Repeats all tracks.

REP OFF Normal playback

or

On the

remote

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

For MP3/WMA files: Before current track number and elapsed

playing time appear, the tag information is scrolled if it is
recorded.

• During playback, press again to pause.

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

Press to select the next tracks.

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

Press to select the next groups while playback is stopped.

Press to select the previous groups while playback is stopped.
Press once or twice to fast-forward the track during playback.

To stop searching, press 6.
Press once or twice to fast-reverse the track during playback.

To stop searching, press 6.

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

Press

• Opening the disc tray or disconnecting the USB
mass storage class device also clears the stored
position.

• When you clear the stored position and start
playback, playback starts...

– For disc: From the beginning of the first track
– For USB mass storage class device: From the

beginning of the current file

If you disconnect the USB mass storage class

device, connect it again, and start playback,
playback starts from the beginning of the first file.

NOTE

This function does not work in program play and
random play (see the right tables).

Programming the Playing Order—

Program Play (not Applicable for MP3/
WMA Discs)

1

2

or

3

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks you want.

4

• If you try to program a 33rd track, “FULL” will appear on
the main display.

5

or

To Operate on the Program Play Mode

To Pr e ss

Check the
programmed
contents

Add tracks

Erase the last
track

Erase the
entire
program

Exit from
program play

Repeat steps 2 and 3 above while playback
is stopped.

Press repeatedly until the PRGM
(program) indicator lights on the
display before playback.

Select a track number to program.

Press to program the selected
track.

The tracks are played back in the
programmed order.

Press while playback is stopped.

or

Press while playback is stopped.

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

Press while playback is stopped.

Press twice while playback is
stopped.

• The stored program is erased.

Playing at Random—Random Play

1

2

or

To Operate on the Random Play Mode

To Pr e ss

Skip a track

Exit from
random play

Press repeatedly until the RND
(random) indicator lights on the
display before you start playback.
Playback starts in random order.

Random Play ends when all
tracks are played back.

• 4 does not work.

Press once while playback is
stopped.

Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts

Basic Tuner Operations

—

—

or

or

Press

Press and hold DOWN 4, then press
when the System is on standby.

Press and hold ¢ UP, then press when
the System is on standby.

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

• The selected frequency appear on the
main display.

Press and hold for more than 2 seconds.

The System starts searching for stations and
stops when a station of sufficient signal
strength is tuned in.

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

• Press during searching to stop.

• Press repeatedly to change the frequency
step by step.

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

• For presetting stations, see below.

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

To restore the stereo effect, press again.

To

Set the AM tuner
intervals to 9 kHz
spacing

Set the AM tuner
intervals to 10 kHz
spacing

Select FM or AM

Select a frequency

Tune in to a preset
station

Change the FM
reception mode
(When an FM stereo
broadcast is hard to
receive or noisy)

On the System On the remote

Press and hold

Press and hold

or

—

—

Presetting Stations

You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations manually.

Tune in to a station you want to preset.

1

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

2
3

4

NOTE

When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure occurs, the preset stations and the
setting of the AM tuner interval spacing will be erased in a few hours.

Press to activate the preset number entry mode.

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

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

or

Press to store the station.

Setting the Clock and Daily Timer

Setting the Clock

Without setting the built-in clock, you cannot use Daily Timer and Sleep Timer.

• “0:00” flashes on the main display until you set the clock.

1

2

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

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

Press to activate the clock setting mode.

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

or

Adjust the hour, then the minute.

Setting the Daily Timer

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

• You can store three Daily Timer settings; however, you can activate only one of Daily Timers.

1

2

3

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

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

To Turn Off the Daily Timer

1

Press repeatedly to select one of the timer setting modes you want to set—DAILY 1 ON time, DAILY 2 ON
time, or DAILY 3 ON time—as follows:

DAILY 1 Timer DAILY 2 Timer DAILY 3 Timer

ON (Time) ON (Time) ON (Time)

Canceled

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

or

3 Select the playback source—“TUNER-FM,” “TUNER-AM,” “DISC,” “LINE,” or “USB.”
4 For “FM/AM”: Select a preset channel.

For “LINE”: Make the connected device ready for playback.
5 Select the volume level.

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

Turn off the System (on standby).

• When the on-time of the daily timer comes, the System sets the volume level gradually to the preset level
after about 10 seconds.

Press repeatedly to select “DAILY 1,”
“DAILY 2,” or “DAILY 3.”

2

To turn on the Daily Timer again, select one of the timer
settings by pressing CLOCK/TIMER, then press SET.

Clock setting mode

(See above.)

Learning More about This System

Basic and Common Operations (see page 3)

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

Playing Back a Disc/USB Mass Storage Class Device
(see page 4)

• This System cannot play “packet write” discs.

• For MP3/WMA playback...

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

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

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

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

skipped. This result from their recording processes and

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

the one you have intended while recording. If a folder

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

• For the USB mass storage class device playback...
– When connecting a USB mass storage class device, also

refer to its manual.
– Connect one USB mass storage class device to the System

at a time. Do not use a USB hub.
– This System is compatible with USB 2.0 Full Speed.
– You can play back MP3/WMA files in a USB mass storage

class device (maximum data transfer rate: 2 Mbps).
– You cannot play back a file larger than 2 Gigabyte.
– This System cannot recognize a USB mass storage class

device whose rating is other than 5 V and does not exceed

500 mA.
– This System may not play back some USB mass storage

class devices and does not support DRM (Digital Rights

Management).

• This System can recognize up to 511 tracks in a disc/USB

mass storage class device. Also, the System can recognize
up to 150 tracks per group and up to 99 groups in a disc/
USB mass storage class device (for MP3/WMA).

– Playable files which do not belong to any groups are

handled as Group 1.

Setting the Clock and Daily Timer (see page 5)

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

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

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

Timer Priority:

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

Listening to Digital Audio Player (see page 6)

• When the sound signal from the Digital Audio Player is too
weak, QP Link may not function correctly.

In this case, turn up the volume of the Digital Audio Player

so that the System can detect the sound signal properly.

• Changing from “LINE” to another source while QP Link works
will deactivate QP Link temporarily.

In this case, the following reactivate QP Link:
– Pressing and holding QP LINK on the remote control.
– When no sound signal comes from the LINE IN jack for

about 30 seconds after the System is turned off.

• If you press
Timer turns the System off while QP Link works, the System
deactivates QP Link temporarily. In such cases, the following
reactivate QP Link:

– When no sound signal comes from the LINE IN jack for

about 30 seconds after the System is turned off.

– When you turn on the power again.

JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data in USB mass
storage class device while using this System.

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

button to turn the System off or if preset

Troubleshooting

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

General

Power does not come on.

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

Adjustments or settings are suddenly canceled before you
finish.

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

Operations are disabled.

\ The built-in microprocessor may malfunction due to

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

Unable to operate the System from the remote control.

\ The path between the remote control and the remote

sensor on the System is blocked.

\ The batteries are exhausted.

No sound is heard.

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

The System does not work properly.

\ Many functions of this System are implemented by

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

Disc/USB Mass Storage Class Device
Operations

The disc/USB mass storage class device does not play.

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

label side up.

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

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

\ The USB mass storage class device is not connected

properly.

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

\ The playing order is determined when the groups

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

The disc/USB mass storage class device sound is
discontinuous.

\ The disc is scratched or dirty.
\ MP3/WMA files have not been properly copied into the

USB mass storage class device.

The USB mass storage class device sound stops.

\ Noise and static electricity may stop the sound. In this

case, disconnect and connect the USB mass storage
class device again after turning off the System.

The disc tray does not open or close.

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

Radio Operations

Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise.

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

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

Timer Operations

Daily Timer does not work.

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

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

IMPORTANT:
It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material without the consent of the copyright owner.

Listening to Digital Audio Player

Front view

To audio output (or headphone out, etc.)

Stereo mini plug cord (not supplied)

1

2

Start playing the Digital Audio Player connected.

3

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

4

Turn the volume to minimum.

Press repeatedly to select “LINE.”

To Adjust the Audio Input Level

If the sound from the Digital Audio Player connected to the LINE IN jack is too loud or too
quiet, you can change the audio input level through the LINE IN jack (without changing
the volume level).

Press and hold for more than 2 seconds while “LINE” is selected as the source.

You can select one of three levels as follows:

Digital Audio Player

5 7

Maintenance SpecificationsListening to Digital Audio Player

Recording on Digital Audio Player

Digital Audio Player equipped

Front view

Start recording or standby recording on the Digital Audio Player.

1
2

,
Start playing the disc, or USB mass storage class device, or tune in to
the station you want to recording.

NOTES

• Before recording on a Digital Audio Player, deactivate QP Link or do not connect the Digital Audio Player to the LINE IN jack;
otherwise, “LINE” will be selected as the source and the recording will stop.

• Sound adjustments (see page 3) do not affect recording on the Digital Audio Player.

, or

To Select the Audio Output Level

If the recorded sound on the Digital Audio Player connected to the LINE OUT jack is too loud or too quiet, you can change the
audio output level through the LINE OUT jack (without changing the volume level).

On the System

Press to change the audio output level.

You can select one of two levels alternately as follows:

with the audio input

To audio input

Stereo mini plug cord (not supplied)

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

Handling discs

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

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

• Put the disc back in its case after use.

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

placing it back in its case.

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

To clean the disc:

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

Cleaning the System

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

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

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

to it.

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

for a long time.

Amplifier section

OUTPUT POWER:

20 W (10 W + 10 W) at 6 Ω (10% THD)

Speakers/Impedance: 6 Ω – 16 Ω
Audio input LINE IN: 500 mV/47 kΩ (at “LINE IN LVL1”)

250 mV/47 kΩ (at “LINE IN LVL2”)
125 mV/47 kΩ (at “LINE IN LVL3”)
Audio output LINE OUT: 1.0 Vrms (47 kΩ) (at “LINE OUT LVL1”)

2.0 Vrms (47 kΩ) (at “LINE OUT LVL2”)
Digital input: USB MEMORY

Tuner section

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

(in 10 kHz spacing)

531 kHz - 1 710 kHz

(in 9 kHz spacing)

CD player section

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

USB storage

USB specification: Compatible with USB 2.0 Full Speed
Compatible device: Mass storage class
Compatible file system: FAT 16, FAT 3 2
Bus power supply: Max. 500 mA

Speakers

Speaker units: 8 cm cone x 1
Impedance: 6 Ω
Dimensions (approx.): 100 mm x 184 mm x 151 mm

(W/H/D)

Mass (approx.): 0.7 kg each

General

Power requirements: AC 110 V - 240 V , 50/60 Hz
AC 220 V , 50 Hz (only Hong Kong)
Power supply to USB mass storage class device:

5 V/500 mA
Power consumption: 20 W (power on)

2.5 W (standby mode)

1.5 W or less (Save Mode)

Dimensions (W x H x D): 287 mm x 70 mm x 220 mm
Mass: 1.7 kg

Specifications and appearance are subject to change without
prior notice.

To Play Back Digital Audio Player Easily

Quick Portable Link (QP Link) automatically switches the source to LINE as the Digital Audio Player connected to the LINE IN
jack starts playback.

Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to activate QP Link.

The QPL indicator lights on the display.

To cancel this function, press and hold for more than 2 seconds again.

When QP Link is activated, connecting a Digital Audio Player to the LINE IN jack and starting playback performs the following:
– While listening to another source...

Changes the source to “LINE” automatically.

– While the System is on standby...

Turns on the System and changes the source to “LINE” automatically (not applicable when the display is turned off).

NOTE

See “Learning More about This System” on page 7.

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