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.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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 POWER switch! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The POWER switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled.

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Welcome !

We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products. Before connecting this unit to the wall outlet, please read the instructions carefully to ensure that you obtain the best possible performance. If you have any questions, please consult your JVC dealer.

Important cautions

Installation of the Unit
Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold (Between 41F-95F or 5C and 35C). Leave sufficient distance between the Unit and a TV. Be sure to place the Unit in a location with good ventilation. Do not use the Unit in a place subject to vibrations. Do not place the Unit on a carpet. Do not place the Unit on top of another heat-generating piece of equipment. Do not handle the power cord with wet hands! When unplugging the Unit from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord. There are no user serviceable parts inside. If anything goes wrong, turn off the power immediately. If the same problem reoccurs when the power is turned on once more, turn off the power again, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer. Do not insert any metallic object into the Unit.

Power cord

Malfunctions, etc.
For safe use, observe the following
Avoid moisture, water and dust
Do not set your machine in moist or dusty places.

Avoid high temperatures

Do not expose your machine to direct sunlight or set near a heating device.

Do not block the vents

Poor-ventilation may damage your machine. So do not block the vents or put the unit in a poorly ventilated place.

When youre away

When away on travel or otherwise for an extended period of time, turn off the power and pull the plug from the electrical socket.

4 CD controls

PLAY MODE: Press repeatdly to select the play mode you desire (PROG RAM, RANDOM, or off (continuous play)). REPEAT: Press repetedly to select the repeat mode (REPEAT ALL, REPEAT 1 CD, REPEAT 1, or off). CD1, CD2, CD3: Press to select a CD tray.

8 CANCEL

Press to cancel a timer operation. Press to erase a CD program step.

M FA U D TI E N G

9 TAPE DIRECTION
Press to change the tape direction when using the cassette deck.
Press to set the preset channel, timer, clock, etc.
(skip back) / < Press to skip or search backward on the CD player after pressing CD,CD1,CD2,CD3, or PLAY MODE. Press to rewind on the cassette deck after pressing TAPE or TAPE CONTROL. Press to select the preset channel after pressing TUNER. Press to set the cassette deck to record pause mode.

o CLOCK/TIMER

Press to set the timer or clock.

; +/R, /L

Press to set the BASS level, TREBLE level, BALANCE, timer, clock, etc.

a Source buttons

AUX: press to select the component connected to the amplifier/tuners AUX jacks as the sound source. TUNER: press to select the tuner as the sound source and set some buttons on the remote to operate the tuner. Press repeatedly to switch the band (FM or AM). CD: press to select the CD player as the sound source and make it start playback of a loaded CD. Press to set some buttons on the remote to operate the CD player. TAPE: press to select the cassette deck as the sound source and make it start playback of a loaded tape. Press to set some buttons on the remote to operate the cassette deck (when using the cassette deck).

q REC PAUSE w 7 (stop) /

Press to stop playback on the CD player after pressing CD,CD1,CD2,CD3, or PLAY MODE. Press to stop playback or recording on the cassette deck after pressing TAPE or TAPE CONTROL. Press to tune manually to a lower frequency after pressing TUNER.

e VOLUME

Press (up) to increase the volume. Press (down) to decreases the volume.

r FADE MUTING

Press to turn the volume all the way down. To restore the volume, press it again.

s SLEEP

Press to set or release the sleep timer.
(skip forward) / > Press to skip or search forward on the CD player after pressing CD,CD1,CD2,CD3, or PLAY MODE. Press to fastforward on the tape deck after pressing TAPE or TAPE CONTROL. Press to select the preset channel after pressing TUNER. Press to start playback on the CD player after pressing CD,CD1,CD2,CD3, or PLAY MODE. Press to start playback on the cassette deck after pressing TAPE or TAPE CONTROL. Press to tune manually to a higher frequency after pressing TUNER.

y (play) /

u TAPE CONTROL
Press to set the buttons on the remote to operate the cassette deck.

Setting up the System

Supplied Accesories
Before setting up your system make sure you received all of the following supplied accesories.
AC power cord x 1 Stereo Audio pin cord x 1 Monaural Audio pin cord x1 Compu Link cable x 1 AM loop antenna x1 FM wire antenna x1 Batteries (R6P(SUM-3)/AA (15F)) x2 Remote Control x1 Flat cable x1

Cautions for Placement

Place the system in the following manner to for proper ventilation and many years of trouble free use. Do not place in any of the following ares. Near a heater or other heat emmitting appliance. In direct sunlight. Do not place the CD player on top of the amplifer/tuner. In a place warmer than 35C (or 95F). In a bathroom, kitchen or other area with steam, humidity, or hot water. In a place with lots of static electricity or dust. In an unstable area. Near appliances that receive electronic wave broadcasts, such as a television or tuner.
When stacking, place the components as illustrated below.
RX-EX90 (Amplifier/tuner) ME-EX90 (Subwoofer amplifier)

XL-EX90 (CD player)

Place the EX series as shown below.

Connections

Before Making Any Connections
Be sure to confirm the locations of the left and right, + and , and IN and OUT terminals on each component and make connections correctly and firmly. Incorrect or incomplete connections may result in degradation of the stereo effect, or no sound at all. As a general rule, use the red plugs on the connecting cords to connect the right channels and the white plugs to connect the left channels. Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections are complete.
Connecting the supplied antennas
Connect the supplied FM (wire) antenna and AM loop antenna as shown below.

FM wire antenna

AM loop antenna

FM antenna

Affix the antenna to a wall (etc.) in a position which provides the best reception.
Fold the loop over the base and push in the direction of the arrow. Place in a position which provides the best reception.
To avoid noise, keep antennas away from this units metallic parts, the audio pin cords, and the AC power cord.

Connecting external antennas
Connect external antennas if reception is not satisfactory with the supplied antennas.

AM EXT AM LOOP GNDGND FM

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire Twist one end AM loop antennas wire together with the vinyl wire and insert.

Outdoor FM antenna

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire
To improve reception of FM stations, disconnect the supplied FM wire antenna and connect an 75-Ohm FM antenna wire (not supplied). To improve reception of AM stations, connect an vinyl-covered wire (not supplied) to the AM EXT terminal in addition to the supplied AM loop antenna.
Connecting the CD player and subwoofer amplifier
RX-EX90 (Amplifier/tuner)
SYNCHRO SPEAKERS SUBWOOFERS
AM EXT AM LOOP GNDGND FM FM (75 )
ME-EX90 (Subwoofer amplifier)
To MD recorder (Refer to the manual supplied with it.) XL-EX90 (CD player)
Be sure to remove the protective cap before using AC POWER CORD the DIGITAL OUT jack. Keep the cap in a safe place so you can replace it when not using the DIGITAL OUT jack.

Audio pin cord

Stereo audio pin cords: Use to connect the CD players ANALOG OUT jacks to the CD input jacks on the RX-EX90 amplifier/tuner. Also use to connect the subwoofer amplifiers SUB-WOOFER IN jack to the SUB-WOOFER OUT jack on the RX-EX90 amplifier/tuner. Be sure to connect jacks with plugs of the same colors for correct L (Left) and R (Right) connections. Monaural audio pin cord: Conect the amplifier/funer's SUB-WOOFER out jack to the subwoofer amplifier's SUB-WOOFER IN jack

COMPU LINK cable

Use the supplied COMPU LINK cable to connect one of the CD players COMPU LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) jacks to either of the COMPU LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) jacks on the ME-EX90 subwoofer amplifier.

Flat cable

Use to connect the ME-EX90 subwoofer amplifiers SYNCHRO socket to the SYNCHRO socket on the RX-EX90 amplifier/tuner.
Optical digital cable (not supplied)
Use to connect the CD players DIGITAL OUT jack to the optical DIGITAL IN jack of an MD recorder. When making connections to the MD recorder connect the CD players DIGITAL OUT jack to the to the MD recorders DIGITAL IN jack. Refer to the instructions provided with the MD recorder for details.

Cautions

Observe the following to avoid battery leakage or explosion: If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries using R6P(SUM-3)/ AA(15F) type dry cells. Do not use an old battery together with a new one. Do not use different types of batteries together. Do not disassemble the batteries or subject them to high temperatures, like an open fire. Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used for a long time.

Setting the Clock

This unit incorporates a clock with a 12-hour display. Be sure to set the clock before operating the unit. The clock can be set either in ON or STANDBY mode of power.
Use the remote control unit to set the clock.

CL / TI OCK ME R

1 Press CLOCK/TIMER.

Blinks.

2 Set the time of the day. 1 Set the hour. Use +/R or /L to display the appropriate hour, then press SET. Hold down +/R or /L to change the hour sequentially.
After setting the hour (before pressing SET) Blinks.
2 Set the minutes. Use +/R or /L to display the appropriate minute, then press SET. Hold down +/R or /L to change the minutes in 10 minutes steps.
If you set the clock while the power is on, the display returns to the previous information after completing the clock setting.
To set the clock precisely
After setting the minutes, press SET in sequence with the time announcement on the TV, radio or telephone service. This starts the clock counting from 0 seconds of the set minute.

Why set the time?

Setting the time allows you to use the daily and recording timer operations. The daily and recording timer operations cannot be set unless the clock has been set. To correct the previously set time, press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly (5 times) so that the hour blinks to enter the clock set mode.
Pressing buttons other than those described above while setting the clock will cancel the clock setup. If this occurs, resume setting the clock from step 1. In case of a power failure (or when the power cord has been unplugged) the clock may show the time of the power failure, or a blinking AM 0:00. If this occurs, reset the clock to the correct time.

The bass can be adjusted in 7 steps from 3 to +3.

TREBL E

Adjusting the treble
1 Press TREBLE. 2 Press +/R or /L to adjust the treble level.
Press +/R to increase the treble. Press /L to decrease the treble.
The treble can be adjusted in 7 steps from 3 to +3. The BASS, and TREBLE cannot be adjusted during DIRECT playback.
Adjusting of the subwoofer level

Rotate SUBWOOFER VOLUME.

6 dB 4 dB 8 dB
Rotate rightward to increase the level or leftward to decrease the level.

Adjusting the Balance

BALANC E
1 Press BALANCE. 2 Press /L or +/R to adjust the balance level.
Press /L to shift the sound to the left speaker. Press +/R to shift the sound toward the right speaker.
Moves to the left when you press /L
Moves to the right when you press +/R
Even if you shift the balance all the way to the right or left, the sound does not completely disappear from the opposing speaker. The BALANCE cannot be adjusted during DIRECT playback.

Direct Playback

Use this function to listen to the original sound of the sound source without any sound adjustments.

Press DIRECT.

DIRECT and ON appear in the display and the DIRECT indicator lights up.
To cancel the DIRECT playback

Press DIRECT again.

DIRECT and OFF appear in the display and the DIRECT indicator goes out. The S.A.BASS, BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE cannot be adjusted during DIRECT playback.

Selecting a Source

Select the input source to be played.

Press INPUT repeatedly.

The name of the selected source appears in the display. Each press of INPUT switches the input source as shown below.

TUNER (FM/AM)

MD AUX
Example) This indicator lights when MD is selected

Source indicators

When the TUNER source is selected, the display shows the frequency of the last received radio station. One touch operation When the unit is in the STANDBY mode, press INPUT to automatically turn the power on and switch to the last source you listened to.
Press AUX, TUNER, CD, or TAPE.
The respective input source is selected. Press TUNER repeatedly to select the band (FM or AM). One touch operation When the power is in the STANDBY mode, press AUX, TUNER, CD, or TAPE to automatically turn the power on and switch to the selected source. When using the optional components together with this unit via the Compu Link connection (page 41) When a source is selected, the selected source component switches ON automatically. If the component is ready for playback, it also starts to play (see page 42).

Tuner Operations

Manual and Automatic Tuning
This section shows you how to tune in an FM or AM broadcast.
1 Press BAND to select the band you desire (FM or AM).
Each press of BAND switches the band between FM and AM. One touch operation When the unit is in the STANDBY mode, press BAND to automatically turn the power on and tune in the last station you listened to.
2 Press KEY MODE so that PRESET does not appear in the display.
After storing stations in the receivers preset memory (page 26), you can use the preset tuning feature (page 27).
3 Tune in the station you desire.
For manual tuning Press > (for higher frequencies) or < (for lower frequencies) repeatedly to locate the frequency of the station you desire. When a station is received, the TUNED indicator lights up. For automatic tuning Hold down > or < until the frequencies start to change, then release. When a station is tuned in, TUNED appears in the display and the frequency stops changing. If you know the frequency of the station you want to receive, keep holding > or < until the amplifier/tuner nears the frequency you desire (this prevents the amplifier/tuner from stopping at other intermediate stations). When a stereo broadcast is received, the STEREO indicator lights up.

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1 Press TUNER to select the band you desire (FM or AM).
In addition to selecting the FM band, this operation also sets the remote control to tuner operation mode. The remote control must be set to the tuner operation mode before proceeding to the following steps, even if the band was previously set to FM using the controls on the front panel.
2 Tune in the station you desire.
For manual tuning Press /\ () (for higher frequencies) or \/ (7) (for lower frequencies) repeatedly to locate the frequency of the station you desire. When a station is received, the TUNED indicator lights up. For automatic tuning Hold down /\ () or \/ (7) until the frequencies start to change, then release. When a station is tuned in, the TUNED indicator lights up and the frequency stops changing. If you know the frequency of the station you want to receive, keep holding /\ () or \/ (7) until the amplifier/tuner nears the frequency you desire (this prevents the amplifier/tuner from stopping at other intermediate stations).
Stereo and monaural reception
Switching to monaural reception is an effective way to reduce noise when receiving weak FM stereo broadcast.
To switch to monaural reception

FM MODE / MUTING

Press FM MODE/MUTING on the remote control so that MONO appears in the display. This switches the reception mode to mono. In this mode, stereo broadcasts are also received in mono.

To switch to stereo reception
Press FM MODE/MUTING on the remote control again so that AUTO appears in the display. This switches the reception mode to auto tuning. When a program is broadcast in stereo the STEREO indicator lights up and you hear the stereo sound. When in monaural, the STEREO indicator goes off and you hear monaural sound.
Normally, it is recommended to use Automatic tuning. If clear reception is not possible with the supplied antenna, connect an external antenna (see page 14).

Presetting Stations

Once stations are preset, they can be called up quickly with preset tuning. You can preset a total of 40 stations, either FM or AM.
1 Tune in the station you want to preset.
Use the buttons on the remote control to tune in the station; otherwise, following operation will not be possible.

2 Press SET.

The unit switches to preset memory mode ( and PRESET blink in the display). Proceed to step 3 during the 4 seconds that and PRESET are blinking. After 4 seconds, preset memory mode is released. If this happens, press SET again to reactivate it.
3 Use the number buttons on the remote control to specify the preset number you desire.
The preset number and PRESET blink in the display. Proceed to step 4 during the 4 seconds that the preset number and PRESET are blinking. After 4 seconds, preset memory mode is released. If this happens, start again from step 2.

4 Press SET again.

MEMORY is displayed and the station is stored at the selected preset number. If another station was previously stored at that preset number, that station is erased and the new station is memorized in its place.
Listening to Preset Stations
This section explains how to tune in preset stations.
1 Press KEY MODE so that PRESET appears in the display. 2 Press > (for higher numbers) or < (for lower numbers) repeatedly to select the preset you desire.
You can tune in the preset stations from the remote control either, by switching through the presets one by one, or by specifying the preset you desire.
1 Press TUNER to select the tuner operations.
2 Select the preset station you desire.
To switch through the preset stations one by one Press > ( ) (for higher numbers) or < (4 1) (for lower numbers) repeatedly to select the preset number you desire. To specify the preset stations Use the number buttons to select a preset number. 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 30, press +10, +10, then 10.

To stop playback

Press &/CANCEL. When playback is stopped, the display shows the total number of tracks and total playing time of the current disc for 4 seconds, then it shows the playing time for track 1.

To pause playback

Press /8. The * indicator lights up. Press again to resume playback from the position where it was paused.

To remove a CD:

Press the respective 0.

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To exchange CDs during playback of another
Press 0 corresponding to a disc number not shown in the display to open that disc tray and exchange the CD. When CDs are exchanged during playback, playback stops after playing the last exchanged CD.
To skip to the beginning of a track
Press once to skip to the beginning of the next track. Press 4 once to skip to the beginning of the current track. Each additional press skips to another track.
To check the playing time of a track
Press 4 or during stop mode to display the desired track number. The playing time for that track is also displayed.

Fast forward / reverse

Press 4 or on the front panel. For fast forward, press and hold down. For reverse, press and hold down 4. Release the button when the part you wish to listen to is reached. These operations cannot be controlled from the remote control unit.
When CD 1, CD 2 or CD 3 is pressed, if there is no CD in the corresponding disc tray , NO DISC appears in the display and the unit enters stop mode.
Example) When disc tray of disc number 2 does not contain CD
When /8 is pressed, if the disc tray corresponding to the disc number shown in the display does not contain a CD, unit checks the other disc trays and automatically plays the first CD it finds. If there are no CDs, the unit enters stop mode when it reaches the last disc tray.

Program Play Mode

This play mode lets you play tracks from up to 3 CDs in the order you desire.
2 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select PROGRAM.
PROGRAM appears in the display and the PROGRAM indicator lights up. If some tracks were previously programmed, the disc, track, and program numbers of each track are displayed.

PROGRAM

Each time you press PLAY MODE, the play modes switch as follows:

RANDOM

Off (Continuous play)
The CD player must be in stop mode when switching the play modes. If necessary, press &/CANCEL to stop playback before pressing PLAY MODE.

3 Program the tracks.

1 Press CD 1, CD 2 or CD 3 to select the disc containing the track you want to program.
Blinks Example) Selecting disc 2.
2 Select a track number by pressing 4 or.
Blinks Example) Selecting track 4.
3 Press PLAY MODE to register the track. The display stops blinking and lights steadily, and the program number is incremented by 1.

E L P RO T AN T O C

Program playback of CD
1 While the CD player is in stop mode, press PLAY MODE of the CD player to PROGRAM. 2 Specify the disc number.
Press one of CD1, CD 2 and CD 3.
3 Specify a track number using the number buttons.
Specify while the display is blinking (for 4 sec.).
4 Program required tracks by repeating steps 2 and 3 for each. 5 Press 3.

Program playback starts.

Recording of cassette deck
1.Load the tape for use in recording in the tape tray. 2 Press TAPE DIRECTION to select the tape running direction. 3 Press REC PAUSE.
The cassette deck enters the record-pause mode.
4 Play the source to be recorded. 5 Press 3.

Recording starts.

Synchronized Recording
When recording CD audio onto an MD, CD audio onto a cassette tape or MD audio on a cassette tape, the recording operation can be synchronized with the playback operation.
Recording CD audio onto an MD (1: Recording the digital input from the CD player)
1 Prepare the MD recorder.
Load a recordable MD (Mini Disc) in the MD recorder.

2 Prepare the CD player.

Load the CD to be recorded in the CD player. Program tracks if required.

REC PAUSE CD REC

3 Press CD REC of the MD recorder.
Synchronized recording starts. To stop the recordind, press &/CANCEL either or the MD recoder or on the CD player. Refer also to the instruction manual of the MD recorder.
Recording CD audio onto an MD (2: Recording the analog input from the CD player)
3 Press REC PAUSE of the MD recorder.
The MD recorder enters record-pause mode.
4 Press INPUT of the MD recorder to select the analog input.
5 Press /8 of the CD player.
Recording CD audio onto a cassette tape (1)
1 Prepare the cassette deck.
Load a tape for use in recording in the cassette deck.
Load the CD to be recorded in the CD player. Program tracks as required.
3 Press CD REC of the cassette deck.
Synchronized recording starts. To stop recording, press &/CANCEL on the CD player or 7 on the casse the deck. Refer also to the instruction manual of the cassette deck.
Recording CD or MD audio onto a cassette tape (2)
2 Prepare the CD player or MD recorder.
To record CD: Load the CD to be recorded in the CD player and program tracks as required. To record MD: Load the MD to be recorded in the MD recorder and program tracks as required.
3 Press REC PAUSE of the cassette deck.
The cassette deck enters the recording standby mode.
4 Press /8 of the CD player or MD recorder.
Synchronized recording starts. Refer also to read the instruction manuals of the other components.

Additional Information

Troubleshooting
If you experience any difficulty with your units, check the following list for a possible solution before calling for service. If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the units have been physically damaged, call a qualified person, such as your dealer, for service.

Check to make sure the all equipment is connected correctly. Adjust the volume on the amplifier/tuner.

Disc tray does not open.

Connect the power cord. Turn the power on. Connect the power cord. Connect the Compu Link cable. Turn the power on.
CD player does not respond.

Specifications

Amplifier/tuner (RX-EX90) Output Power 20 watts per channel, min. RMS, both channels driven, into 6 ohms from 70 Hz to 20 kHz, with no more than 0.9% total harmonic distortion. Total Harmonic Distortion (6 ohms, 1kHz) 0.08% at 14 watts output (* Measured by JVC Audio Analysis System) Audio Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz) CD, MD 260 mV/49 kohms TAPE 290 mV/54 kohms AUX 370 mV/49 kohms Audio output level/ Impedance (1 kHz) TAPE, MD 210 mV/400 ohms SUB-WOOFER OUT 1.8 V/1 kohm Speaker terminals Impedance ohms Tuner Section FM Tuner Tuning Range AM Tuner Tuning Range
87.5 108.0 MHz 530 1,710 kHz
General Dimensions 323.4 mm (W/H/D) (7-7/8 3-3/16 12-3/4 inches) Mass 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs) Power Specifications Power Requirements AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption 48 watts (at operation) 13 watts (in standby mode)
Subwoofer amplifier (ME-EX90) Output Power 30 watts per channel, min. RMS, both channels driven, into 3 ohms at 70 Hz with no more than 0.9% total harmonic distortion. Input Sensitivity/Impedance (70 Hz) SUB-WOOFER IN 670 mV/47 kohms Speaker terminals Impedance ohms General Dimensions 200 x 80 x 323.4 mm (W/H/D) (7-7/8 3-3/16 12-3/4 inches) Mass 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) Power Specifications Power Requirements AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption 54 watts (at operation) 8.6 watts (in standby mode)
CD Player (XL-EX90) CD Capacity Dynamic Range Signal-To-Noise Ratio Wow And Flutter 3 CDs 95 dB 100 dB Unmeasurable
General Dimensions 310 mm (W/H/D) (7-3/16 3-3/16 12-1/4 inches) Mass 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs) Power Specifications Power Requirements AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption 8 watts (at operation) 3 watts (in standby mode)
Accessories AC power cord (1) Stereo Audio pin cord (1) Monaural Audio pin cord (1) Compu Link cable (1) AM loop antenna (1) FM wire antenna (1) Batteries (R6P(SUM-3)/AA (15F)) Remote Control (1) Flat cable (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

QUALITY

SERVICE
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
TOLL FREE : 1-800-537-5722
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 1-800-5375722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain you Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.
FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS
107 Little Falls Road Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105 (201) 808-Corporate Avenue Cypress, CA 90630-0024 (714) 229-Eliot Street Ashland, MA 0172-2377 (508) 881-5923
1500 Lakes Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5357 (770) 339-Mapunapuna Place Honolulu, HI 96819-2040 (808) 833-Commerce Way Miami Lakes, FL 33016-1512 (305) 362-6252
705 Enterprise Street Aurora, IL 60504-8149 (630) 851-Hammerly, Suite 110 Houston, TX77043 (713) 935-Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804 (415) 871-2666
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 US JVC CORP. 107 Little Falls Road Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105

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.
Dont service it yourself. CAUTION
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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 WARRANTY

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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.) PARTS 1YR LABOR 1YR
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: (800)537-5722. 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 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 Owners 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 MARCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE 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 DIVISION OF US JVC CORP. 41 Slater Drive Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07407

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT 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.: Purchase date: Serial No.: Name of dealer:
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED

0598TTMWSTOZK

CASSETTE DECK

TD-EX90

REC PAUSE

CD REC

AUTO REVERSE

STANDBY

DOLBY REVERSE NR MODE

INSTRUCTIONS

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.

LVT0091-001A

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Warnings, Cautions and Others

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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.
Caution POWER switch! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The POWER switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled.

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Welcome !

We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products. Before connecting this unit to the wall outlet, please read the instructions carefully to ensure that you obtain the best possible performance. If you have any questions, please consult your JVC dealer.

Important cautions

Installation of the Unit
Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold (Between 5C and 35C or 41F95F). Leave sufficient distance between the Unit and a TV. Be sure to place the Unit in a location with good ventilation. Do not use the Unit in a place subject to vibrations. Do not place the Unit on a carpet. Do not place the Unit on top of another heat-generating piece of equipment. Do not handle the power cord with wet hands! When unplugging the Unit from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord. There are no user serviceable parts inside. If anything goes wrong, turn off the power immediately. If the same problem reoccurs when the power is turned on once more, turn off the power again, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer. Do not insert any metallic object into the Unit.

Power cord

Malfunctions, etc.
For safe use, observe the following
Avoid moisture, water and dust
Do not set your machine in moist or dusty places.

Avoid high temperatures

Do not expose your machine to direct sunlight or set near a heating device.

When youre away

When away on travel or otherwise for an extended period of time, turn off the power and pull the plug from the electrical socket.
Do not insert foreign matter into the machine
Do not insert wires, hairpins, coins, etc. into your machine.

Care of the cabinet

When cleaning your machine, use a soft cloth and follow the relevant instructions on the use of chemically-coated cloths. Avoid applying benzene, thinner or other organic solvents and disinfectants. This may cause deformation or discoloring.
If water gets inside the machine
Turn off the power and pull the plug from the electrical socket, then call the store where you made your purchase. Using the machine in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock.
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 program and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic embodied therein.

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Table of Contents

Welcome !... 3 Important cautions... 3 For safe use, observe the following. 3

Parts Index.. 5

Front Panel... 5 Display... 6 Rear Panel... 7
Setting Up the System.. 8
Supplied Accesories.. 8 Placement... 8 Connections... 9

Playback... 10

Tape playback... 10

Recording.. 12

Tape recording (Basic operation).. 12 CD synchronized recording.. 14 MD synchronized recording.. 15

COMPU LINK.. 16

Linked Operation of the Other Optional components(Compu Link).. 16
Additional Information.. 18
Types of cassette tape.. 18 Handling cassette tapes.. 19 Maintenance... 19 Troubleshooting.. 20 Specifications.. 21

Parts Index

Front Panel

TD-EX90 CASSETTE DECK

REC PAUSE CD REC

1 POWER switch

Special attention

To protect from damage or malfunction,do not place this cassette deck on an amplifier or equivalent to generate heat.

Cassette deck

Amplifier

Connections

Amplifier/Tuner
INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER / TUNER @ VOLUME

S. A. BASS PHONES

DIRECT

DOWN UP

KEY MODE

Audio pin cords

Always connect the jacks with the plugs of the same colors so as not to mistake the L (Left) and R (Right) connections. Connect the OUT (PLAY) jacks to the IN (PLAY) jacks of the amplifier/tuner, and the IN (REC) jacks to its OUT (REC) jacks.

Compu Link cable

Connect to the COMPU LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) jack of another component equipped with Compu Link remote control system.

Playback

Tape playback
Three tape types including normal (Type I), High position (Type II) and Metal (Type IV) tapes can be played back. The type of tape is identified automatically by the cassette deck.

1 Press 0.

The tape tray comes out open. Shortcut: Pressing 0 while the power is in the STANDBY mode automatically switches the power ON and opens the tape tray.
2 Place a tape on the tray, with the side A facing
Fit in the caved-in area so that the edge where tape is exposed faces toward the inside of the unit.

3 Press 0.

The tape tray closes.

4 Press or.

Playback starts. Pressing starts playback of side A (top side). The indicator blinks slowly. Pressing starts playback of side B (bottom side). The indicator blinks slowly. If or is pressed while the tape tray is open, the tape tray closes before playback starts. Shortcut Pressing or while the power is in the STANDBY mode automatically switches the power ON and starts playback. Note: It will take about 6 seconds to start playing. Press 7 to stop playback in the middle. Press 0 to eject the tape.

Caution

Playback may be interfered with noise if there is a TV set nearby. In this case, turn off the TV or increase the distance between the TV and this unit.
To fast forward or rewind tape:
Press 1 or while tape is in stop mode. The tape indicator blinks at a high speed during fast forward or rewind operation. Fast forward If the current tape transport direction is , press. If the current tape transport direction is , press 1. Rewind If the current tape transport direction is , press 1. If the current tape transport direction is , press.

Skipping to the beginning of music (Music Scan)
The beginning of the piece of music located before or after the current playback position can be located easily by making use of blanks between music. Press 1 or while tape is in play mode. The tape indicator blinks rhythmically during skip operation. Skipping to the beginning of next music If the current tape transport direction is , press. If the current tape transport direction is , press 1. Skipping to the beginning of current music being played If the current tape transport direction is , press 1. If the current tape transport direction is , press. The beginning of the desired music may not be located properly if blanks between music are too short, the blanks contain too much noise or the music itself contains very low-level or silent part.
To play both sides of tape continuously:
Press REVERSE MODE. The reverse mode indicator () lights up when the reverse mode is on, and turns off when it is off. When the reverse mode is on The two sides of tape will be played continuously and repeatedly. When the reverse mode is off Tape stops after one side has been played.
To play a tape recorded using Dolby NR:
Press DOLBY NR. Each press switches the Dolby NR mode as shown below.
DOLBY B NR DOLBY C NR (Indicator lit) (Indicator lit) Off (Canceled)
Select B or C according to the Dolby NR type used when the tape was recorded. The indicator of the selected type should light up. The Dolby NR allows to reduce hiss noise in playback. Dolby Noise Reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Recording

Tape recording (Basic operation)
Three tape types including normal (Type I), High position (Type II) and Metal (Type IV) tapes can be recorded onto. The type of tape is identified automatically by the cassette deck.
1 Load the tape for use in recording, with the

side A facing up.

Press 0 to open the tape tray, place a tape on it and press 0 to close it. It is not possible to record onto a cassette tape with the broken accidental erasure tab. Use a cassette the tab of which is not broken.
2 Prepare the recording source (Tuner, CD or

MD, etc.).

To record radio broadcast, receive a station with the tuner. To record CDs, load the desired CDs and program tracks if required. To record an MD, load the desired MD and program tracks if required. To record a component connected to AUX, prepare it as required. * Refer to the instruction manual of the source component for its operating procedure.
3 Select the recording source with the
amplifiers input selector. 4 Press REC PAUSE.
The REC indicator lights in red to indicate record-pause mode.
5 Start playing the source component.
If you want to record CD or MD tracks from the first track, first perform step 6 below (i.e. start recording) then start playing the source.

6 Press or.

Pressing starts recoding on side A (top side). Pressing starts recoding on side B (bottom side). The tape indicator starts blinking to indicate that the recording is under way. The recording level is set automatically. Press 7 to stop recording. Press 0 to eject the tape.
To let recording pause temporarily:
Press REC PAUSE. The tape indicator stops blinking and lights steadily. Press or to resume recording.
To record continuously on both sides of tape:
1 Load a tape so that you can start recording from the direction. 2 Press REVERSE MODE to switch the reverse mode on. Press so that the reverse mode indicator () lights up. 3 Prepare recording of the associated components. 4 Press REC PAUSE. 5 Press to start recording. The recording in the reverse mode stops after completing recording in the direction. Be sure to start recording from the direction. When the reverse mode is switched off, recording stops after having recorded onto one side of tape. Note: The side erasure tab is removed (refer to P.19) will not be recorded even though the reverse mode is swithed on.
To record audio using Dolby NR
The Dolby NR is used to record audio to reduce hiss noise when the tape is played back later. The Dolby NR includes type B for popular use and type C for even improved noise reduction effect. Press DOLBY NR so that either the B or C indicator lights up.
A tape recorded using Dolby NR should be played back using the Dolby NR of the same type as that used in recording. The audio quality will be affected if a different type is used in playback.
CD synchronized recording
CDs can be recorded with a simple, one-touch operation. By using the features of the CD player you can easily create an original tape of your favorite music. Be sure to make the Compu Link connection among the EX series components.
1 Load the tape for use in recording.
Press 0 to open the tape tray, place a tape on it and press 0 to close it. It is not possible to record onto a cassette tape with the broken accidental erasure tab. Use a cassette the tab of which is not broken. If you want to record music on both sides of tape continuously, switch the reverse mode on (see page 13). If you want to use Dolby Noise Reduction, press DOLBY NR to select B or C (see page 13).

2 Prepare the CD player.

Load CDs, press CD 1, 2 or 3 according to the disc you want to record, and press &/CANCEL of the CD player. This selects the playing CD. Now set the CD player to the program play mode, etc., as required. * Refer to the instruction manual of the CD player for the CD player operating procedures.

3 Press CD REC.

The CD player and cassette deck start simultaneously and synchronized recording starts. During recording, the CD source is selected automatically by the amplifier/tuner. During recording, the amplifier/tuners input source cannot be changed even by pressing its INPUT.

To stop recording:

Press &/CANCEL of the CD player to stop recording. The cassette deck will stop after leaving a non-recorded blank of 4 seconds. If you want to stop recording immediately, press 7 of the cassette deck.
MD synchronized recording
Synchronized recording makes it possible to start cassette recording in synchronism with the playback of the MD recorder. Be sure to make the Compu Link connection among the EX series components.
2 Prepare the MD recorder.
Load the MD to be played. Program MD tracks if required. * Refer to the instruction manual of the MD recorder for the MD recorder operating procedures.

3 Press REC PAUSE.

The cassette deck enters record-pause mode.
4 Press /8 of the MD recorder.
Synchronized recording starts.

/CANCEL

Press &/CANCEL of the MD recorder to stop recording. The cassette deck will stop after leaving a non-recorded blank of 4 seconds. If you want to stop recording immediately, press 7 of the cassette deck.

COMPU LINK

Linked Operation of the Other Optional components (Compu Link)
The EX series components can be controlled under linked operation provided by the JVCs Compu Link remote control system.

Compu Link

The world of single components, in which you purchase a cassette deck, CD player, amplifier and other components separately and enjoy your own composition, is an effective means for pursuit of high-quality reproduction. However, in terms of operability, the need of controlling components independently makes their control complicated and their linked operation impossible. Then, isnt it possible to combine single components and control them as simply as an integrated audio system? The Compu Link remote control system is the response to such a requirement. The components in the JVC EX series are equipped with jacks named COMPU LINK-3 (COMPU LINK jacks). By connecting the COMPU LINK jacks of these components, they can be controlled simply with a systematized, linked operation.

Compu Link connections

Using Compu Link cables, connect the COMPU LINK jacks of EX series components. Connect so that the Compu Link cables can bridge all of the EX series components you have. The components can be connected in any order.

Compu Link-3 features

The Compu Link-3 system of the EX series components makes the following operations possible.

Shortcut playback

Simply selecting an input source of the amplifier/tuner starts playback of the selected source component (CD player, MD recorder or cassette deck). Also, even if you do not touch the amplifier/tuner, starting playback of a source component sets the amplifiers input source automatically to the played component. * Refer to the instruction manual of the amplifier/tuner.

System control from a single remote control unit
The remote control unit provided with the amplifier/tuner can also be used to control the CD player or cassette deck.

Synchronized recording

Recording can be started automatically in synchronism with the start of playback of a source component. (See pages 14 and 15.)

Timer operation

The timer function built into the amplifier/tuner can be used to start recording or playback of other components at the reserved time of the day or switch the power to the STANDBY mode in the reserved time period. * Refer to the instruction manual of the amplifier/tuner.

Additional Information

Types of cassette tape
This cassette deck incorporates an auto tape select function. The auto tape select function uses the tape-type detection holes to distinguishes which type of tape was inserted, and sets the bias and equalizer to the optimum settings for that tape automatically. The following types of tapes may be used with this cassette deck.

Normal tape

TYPE I BIAS:NORMAL EQ:120s
Normal (No detection slots) Tab (to prevent accidental erasure)
High Position (CrO2) tape

TYPE II BIAS:HIGH EQ:70s

High position detection slots

Metallic tape

TYPE IV BIAS:METAL EQ:70s

Metal detection slots

Tapes longer than 90 minutes, such as C-120 or C-150 tapes, are extremely thin and stretch easily. Please note that frequent rewinding and fast forwarding of small sections of tape may cause these tapes to jam in the pinch rollers and capstans. Note: The use of these types of tapes is not recommended to avoid troubles. Certain early period metal and high position (CrO2) tapes may not have tape-type detection slots. The cassette deck cannot obtain the correct characteristics for these tapes. Ferrochromite (FeCr) TYPE III tapes cannot be used with this cassette deck.

Handling cassette tapes

Cautions regarding handling
Do not touch the surface of the tape or pull the tape out of the cassette. Tape spooled loosely around the hubs is likely to jam in the pinch rollers and capstans. Before loading the tape into the cassette holder, take up the slack in the tape as shown below.

Maintenance

Cleaning the tape heads
Since the tape is always touching the heads as it travels through the tape transport, in time magnetic particles and dust build up, making the heads dirty. When the heads become extremely dirty, the sound quality becomes poor, the output level is reduced, recording doesnt work, and previously recorded sounds cannot be erased (etc.). In order to prevent important recordings from coming out as failures, we recommend cleaning the heads, pinch rollers and capstans on a regular basis (after about every 10 hours of use), before the symptoms described above begin to appear.

Tape storage

Place tapes in their cases for storage. Avoid storing tapes on top of TVs or speakers, in sunlight or places of high temperature, or in humid or dusty areas.

Cleaning method

Clean the heads, capstans and pinch rollers using a wet-type head cleaning tape, available from an audio store. For more details, refer to the Instructions of the Head Cleaning Tape.
To prevent accidental erasure
Cassette tapes have tabs to prevent accidental erasure. If you remove the tabs after making a recording, the cassette deck cannot be set to record when that tape is loaded. Remove the tabs so that valuable recordings will not be accidentally erased. Recording (erasure) is not possible when the tabs are removed.
Demagnetizing the tape heads
After the cassette deck has been used for long period of time, the metal parts which contact the tape may become magnetically charged. When this occurs, tape hiss increases, and the high pitched sounds on recorded tapes will be erased. The same type of malfunction could also be caused by bringing a charged metal object (such as a screwdriver) near the tape heads. We recommend demagnetizing the tape heads regularly (after about every 20 to 30 hours of use) with a commercially available tape head demagnetizer. You may also use cassette type demagnetizers with this cassette deck. When doing so, be sure to turn the volume of the amplifier all the way down, or you may harm the amplifier or speakers. For details, read the instructions that come with the tape head demagnetizer.
Tab for side A Tab for side B
To make another recording on a tape whose tabs have been removed, cover the tab holes with adhesive tape.
Tape type detection slot Adhesive tape
Be careful not to cover the tape-type detection slots.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any difficulty with your cassette deck, check the following list for a possible solution before calling for service. If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the cassette deck has been physically damaged, call a qualified person, such as your dealer, for service.

SYMPTOM

Recording is not possible

POSSIBLE CAUSE

The tabs on the cassette have been removed.

ACTION

Use a different cassette tape. If you dont mind erasing the previously recorded material, cover the holes with tape. Press or to release the pause. Check to make sure the all equipment is connected correctly. Adjust the volume on the amplifier. Set the source selector (INPUT) to tape. Try a different cassette tape. Clean the heads, capstans, and pinch rollers. Demagnetize the heads.

No sound

The deck is set to pause. Connections are incorrect or incomplete. Volume control on amplifier is turned all the way down. The source selector (INPUT) on the amplifier is set to a different source. The blank spaces between songs is too short. The heads, capstans, and pinch rollers are dirty. The play and record heads have become magnetically charged. The erase head is dirty. The Dolby NR setting is different from that used for recording. The AC power cord is unplugged. Cassette deck is directly above or below the amplifier/tuner. Condensation is produced inside the cassete deck immediately after starting the room heating or when it is transported from a cold to warm place. The microcomputer is malfunctioning due to external noise or lightning.
Music scan does not work Sound level is low or sound is intermittent Tape hiss or absence of high frequency sounds Previously recorded material is not erased when recorded over Bad sound quality or absence of high frequency sounds Cassette holder will not open (or close) Humming noise
Clean the erase head. Set the Dolby NR to the same setting used for recording. Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. Move cassette deck away from amplifier/tuner. Unplug the power cord, wait a few hours and plug it again.

Operation is abnormal.

Unplug the power cord then plug it in again.

Specifications

Audio performance
Frequency response (20 dB recording)

Signal-to-noise ratio

Type IV tape :30 Hz to 17 kHz (40Hz to 17kHz ( 3 dB)) Type I I tape :30 Hz to 16 kHz (40Hz to 16kHz ( 3 dB)) Type I tape :30 Hz to 15 kHz (40Hz to 15kHz ( 3 dB)) 54 dB (S=315 Hz , k3=3% , N=A-weighted , Type IV tape) The S/N is improved by about 15 dB at 500 Hz and by max. 20 dB at 1 kHz to 10 kHz with Dolby C NR on and improved by 5 dB at 1 kHz and by 10 dB at above 5 kHz with Dolby B NR on. MOL Improved 4 dB at 10kHz

Input/Output Terminals

Wow and flutter

General

0.09%(WRMS)
ANALOG IN (REC) ANALOG OUT (PLAY)
Input level / Impedance : 220mV (0 VU) / 19 kohms Output level / Impedance : 300mV (0 VU) / 2.9 kohms
Format Track System Tape Speed Heads
Motors Fast forward / Rewind time Power requirements Power Consumption Dimensions

Accessories

Mass Audio pin cord Compu Link cable AC power cord
Compact Cassette Stereo 4-track , 2channel 4.8 cm/sec. (1-7/8inch/sec.) Record/Playback : METAPERM head 1 Erase : 2-gap ferrite haed Capstan : Electronic govemed DC moter Tray:DC motor 1 Approx. 120 sec. with C-60 cassette AC120 60Hz 7watts (OPERETE ON) , 3watts (OPERETE STANDBY) 305 mm (W H D) (7-7/8 3-3/16 12-1/16 inches) 2.4 kg (5,3 lbs) (2) (1) (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

QUALITY

SERVICE
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
TOLL FREE : 1-800-537-5722
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 1-800-5375722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain you Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.
FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS
107 Little Falls Road Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105 (201) 808-Corporate Avenue Cypress, CA 90630-0024 (714) 229-Eliot Street Ashland, MA 0172-2377 (508) 881-5923
1500 Lakes Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5357 (770) 339-Mapunapuna Place Honolulu, HI 96819-2040 (808) 833-Commerce Way Miami Lakes, FL 33016-1512 (305) 362-6252
705 Enterprise Street Aurora, IL 60504-8149 (630) 851-Hammerly, Suite 110 Houston, TX77043 (713) 935-Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804 (415) 871-2666
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 US JVC CORP. 107 Little Falls Road Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105

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.
Dont service it yourself. CAUTION
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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 WARRANTY

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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.) PARTS 1YR LABOR 1YR
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: (800)537-5722. 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 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 Owners 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 MARCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE 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 DIVISION OF US JVC CORP. 41 Slater Drive Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07407

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT 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.: Purchase date: Serial No.: Name of dealer:
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