Kenwood C-BX3 User Manual
COMPACT HI-FI COMPONENT SYSTEM
C-BX3
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Glass inside
GVT0349-001A [E]
© 2012 JVC KENWOOD Corporation
Warnings, Cautions and Others
¤ CAUTION
The button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the
STANDBY lamp goes off). The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler
is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.
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: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate
the apparatus as follows:
Front: No obstructions and open spacing.1.
Sides/Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown 2.
by the dimensions below.
Bottom: Place on the level surface.3.
Wall
(Front)
10 cm
Side view
¤ 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.
Do not apply strong force or hit a hard material on the top glass; •
otherwise, the top glass may be broken and injury may result.
Do not drag or push the main unit/stand base on the floor or table. •
Otherwise the foot spacers at the bottom of the main unit/stand
base may peeled off or drop.
¤ CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.1.
Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.2.
¤ CAUTION
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.
¤ CAUTION
Do not place a device weighing more than 20 kg on the apparatus. •
Doing so may result in the device to falling down or the apparatus
to toppling over, and injury may result.
Do not place a TV on the edge of the apparatus; otherwise, the •
apparatus may topple over or break, and injury may result.
Do not apply strong force or hit a hard material on the top glass.•
The top glass is made of tempered glass. However, incorrect usage
may result in the glass being broken and injury may result. Do not
scratch the glass with a sharp material. If a scratch remains on the
tempered glass for a long period, the glass may eventually break
by itself. If the glass is scratched, contact your dealer.
Assemble the apparatus with two or more persons. Otherwise, •
backache or injury may result since the apparatus is heavy. Be
careful not to catch your fingers between the parts. Be sure to
tighten the screws securely on each part to maintain the strength;
otherwise, the apparatus may topple over, and injury may result.
Be careful about following when moving the apparatus.•
Remove any items on the top of the apparatus before moving it. –
Do not hold the top glass when you move the apparatus, or –
injury may result.
Before moving the apparatus, turn the power off and remove –
the connection cords of any connected devices; otherwise, an
accident may result.
Do not climb on to or sit on the apparatus; otherwise, the •
apparatus may toppled over, and injury may result. Be especially
careful where children are concerned. Do not place a device
weighing more than 20 kg on the apparatus.
Take measures to prevent the apparatus from falling down or •
toppling over. The apparatus or devices such as TVs may fall down
and injury may result due to an accident such as an earthquake. Be
sure to take appropriate measures.
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Declaration of Conformity with
regard to the EMC Directive
2004/108/EC
Manufacturer:
JVC KENWOOD Corporation
3-12, Moriyacho, Kanagawa-ku, Yokohama-shi,
Kanagawa, 221-0022, Japan
EU Representative's:
Kenwood Electronics Europe BV
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC UITHOORN,
The Netherlands
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and
Electronic Equipment and Batteries (applicable
for EU countries that have adopted separate
waste collection systems)
Products and batteries with the symbol
(crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed
as household waste.
Old electrical and electronic equipment and
batteries should be recycled at a facility capable
of handling these items and their waste
byproducts.
Contact your local authority for details in
locating a recycle facility nearest to you.
Proper recycling and waste disposal will
help conserve resources whilst preventing
detrimental effects on our health and the
environment.
Notice: The sign “Pb” below the symbol for
batteries indicates that this battery
contains lead.
Warnings, Cautions and Others
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Introduction ................................. 4
Playable iPod models ............................................. 4
Notes on handling ................................................... 4
Part list and supplied accessories ................... 5
Getting started ............................. 5
Unpacking and assembling the
system .......................................................................... 5
Placing the system ................................................... 5
About measures to prevent falling
down and toppling over .................................. 6
Preparing the remote control ........................... 6
Using the core filter ................................................. 7
Connecting the TV — viewing the
video/picture from iPod on your TV ......... 7
Connecting external components ................ 7
Connecting the DC power cord ...................... 8
Operations .................................... 8
Basic operation .......................................................... 8
Adjusting the sound level ................................... 9
Using the surround mode .................................. 9
Playing back iPod ..................................................... 9
Buttons and lamps on the front
panel ............................................................................. 10
Troubleshooting .......................... 11
Specifications ............................... 11
English
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Introduction
Auto power save function
When no operation is done in certain situations for 29 minutes, the
unit turns off automatically. This function is on at the initial setting.
For details, refer to “Operations.”
In this manual, the remote control buttons are used for explaining
the operations unless mentioned otherwise. However, if the System
has the same or similar button names, they can also be used for the
operations.
Playable iPod models
Compatible iPod:•
Made for Audio Video
iPod nano (6th generation)
iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
iPod nano (3rd generation)
iPod nano (2nd generation)
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod touch (2nd generation)
iPod touch
iPod classic
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G
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Only for still picture
Also refer to the instruction manual for iPod.•
If incompatible iPod is connected, NOT SUPPORT scrolls on the •
display, then NO SUPP appears.
If iPod does not play correctly, update iPod software to the latest •
version.
For details about updating iPod, check on the Apple web site •
<http://www.apple.com/>.
For the latest information on compatible iPod models, check on our •
web site.
In this manual, “iPod” refers to iPod, iPod touch and iPhone devices.
When iPod touch or iPhone device is referred to directly, “iPod
touch” or “iPhone” is used.
Notes on handling
Important cautions
Installation of the System
Select a place which is level, dry, and neither too hot nor too cold; •
between 5°C and 35°C.
Do not use the System in a location near heat sources, or in a place •
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or vibration.
Install the System in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent •
internal heat buildup.
Power cord
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.•
A small amount of power is always consumed while the power cord is •
connected to the wall outlet.
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Do not pull on the cord to unplug the power cord. When unplugging •
the power cord, always grasp and pull the plug so as not to damage
the cord.
To prevent malfunctions of the System
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If anything goes wrong, •
unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
Do not insert any metallic objects or liquids into the System.•
Safety precautions
Avoid malfunction and/or injury
Do not let children climb up or let anyone sit on top the System.•
Do not place anything heavier than 20 kg on top of the System.•
Avoid moisture, water, and dust
Do not place the System in moist or dusty places.
Avoid high temperatures
Do not expose the System to direct sunlight and do not place it near any
heating devices.
When you are away
When away on holiday or for other reasons for an extended period of
time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
Do not block the vents
Blocking the vents may damage the System.
Care of the glass top
Use only cleaning materials which are free of grit and debris to avoid •
scratching and marking of the glass surface.
Use only detergents and cleaning solutions which are recommended •
for cleaning glass should be used.
Care of the cabinet
Stains on the System 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.
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