DO NOT disassemble the unit since there are no user serviceable parts inside.

Precautions

Installation
Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold between 5C (41F) and 35C (95F). Install the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat built-up in the unit. Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV. Keep the speakers away from the TV to avoid interference with TV.
DO NOT install the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or vibration.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and consult your dealer.
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Contents

Location of the Buttons and Controls.. 3
Front Panel... 4 Remote Control... 5

Getting Started.. 6

Unpacking... 6 Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control. 6 Connecting Antennas.. 6 Connecting Speakers.. 7 Connecting Other Equipment.. 8

Common Operations.. 9

Setting the Clock... 9 Turning On the Power and Selecting the Sources. 9 Adjusting the Volume.. 10 Reinforcing the Bass Sound.. 10 Selecting the Sound Modes.. 10
Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts.. 11
Tuning in a Station... 11 Presetting Stations.. 11 Tuning in a Preset Station.. 11

Playing Back CDs... 12

Loading CDs.. Playing Back CDs.. Basic CD Operations.. Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks Program Play.. 13 13

Playing Back Tapes... 14

Playing Back a Tape.. 14

Recording... 15

Recording Tapes on Deck B.. Resetting the tape counter.. Dubbing Tapes... CD Direct Recording.. 15 15

Using the Timers.. 16

Using Recording and Daily Timer.. 16 Using Sleep Timer.. 18
Maintenance.. 19 Troubleshooting... 20 Specifications... 20
Location of the Buttons and Controls
Become familiar with the buttons and controls on your unit.

OPEN / CLOSE POWER

COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO

9 p q w

PHONES VOLUME COUNTER RESET CLOCK/TIMER

TAPE A/B CD REC START

PROGRAM/SET

h j k l / z

e r t y u i

REPEAT

COMPU PLAY

CONTROL

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Continued

Display Window

REPEAT ALL 1 CD

CD-SYNC

A B REC ST

kHz MHz
See pages in the parentheses for details.

Front Panel

9 p q w e r t y u i o ; a s d f g Carousel POWER button and STANDBY lamp (9) Display window CLOCK/TIMER button (9, 16) COUNTER RESET button (15) DEMO button (8) SOUND MODE button (10) ACTIVE BASS EX. (extension) button (10) Remote sensor FM/AM button (11) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. AUX button (9) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. PROGRAM/SET button (9, 13, 16) PHONES jack (10) REPEAT button (12) PRESET button (11) 4 (reverse search) button (9, 13, 16) 7 (stop) button (12, 15) TUNING + / buttons (11) 1 / (fast left/fast right) buttons (11, 13, 14) 0 EJECT button for deck A (14) Deck A cassette holder (14) Disc number buttons (CD 1, CD 2, CD 3) (12) Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit. 0 OPEN/CLOSE button (12) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. DISC CHANGE button (12) VOLUME control (10) CD 6 (play/pause) button (12) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. TAPE 3 button (14) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. TAPE A/B button (14)

h j k l

CD REC START button (15) A 3 B DUBBING button (15) REC/PAUSE button (15) PRESET + button (11) (forward search) button (9, 13, 16) / EJECT 0 button for deck B (15) z Deck B cassette holder (15)

Display window

9 p q w e Disc indicators CD-SYNC indicator SLEEP indicator BASS indicator Tape operation indicators TAPE and A B (operating deck) indicators SOUND indicator REC indicator (timer) indicator Tuner operation indicators TUNED, MONO and ST (stereo) indicators CD play mode indicators REPEAT and (ALL/1/CD) indicators PRESET and PRGM (program) number indicators Main display Shows the source name, frequency, etc. Volume level indicators
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Remote Control

PROGRAM REPEAT /SET ACTIVE SOUND BASS EX. MODE

w e r t y u i o ;

9 p q w e r t y u i o ; a s
POWER button (9) PROGRAM/SET button (9) REPEAT button (12) CD 0 button (12) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. TAPE A/ B button (14) CD 38 button (12) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. TAPE 3 button (14 15) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. 7 (stop) button (12 13) VOL. + button (10) 4 / 1 (fast rewind/reverse search) button (13 14) VOL. button (10) SLEEP button (18) TIMER ON/OFF button (17) SOUND MODE button (10) ACTIVE BASS EX. (extension) button (10) FM MODE button (11) TUNING MODE button (11) AUX button (9) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. FM/AM button (11) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. DISC SKIP button (12) / (fast forward/forward search) button (13 14) FADE MUTING button (10)

ACTIVE BASS EX.

SOUND MODE
When using the remote control, point it at the remote sensor on the front panel.
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Getting Started

Unpacking
After unpacking, check to be sure that you have all the following items. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity of the pieces supplied. AM loop antenna (1) FM antenna (1) Remote control (1) Batteries (2)

Connecting Antennas

FM antenna

FM antenna (supplied)

FM 7 O 5 C L AXIA
If any is missing, consult your dealer immediately.
Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control
Insert the batteries UM-4/AAA/IEC R03 into the remote control, by matching the polarity (+ and ) on the batteries with the + and markings on the battery compartment. When the remote control can no longer operate the unit, replace both batteries at the same time.
1 Attach the FM antenna to the FM 75

COAXIAL terminal.

2 Extend the FM antenna. 3 Fasten it up in the position which gives you
the best reception, then fix it on the wall, etc.
About the supplied FM antenna The FM antenna supplied with this unit can be used as temporary measure. If reception is poor, you can connect an outdoor FM antenna.
To connect an outdoor FM antenna
Before connecting it, disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
UM-4/AAA/IEC R03 Outdoor FM antenna (not supplied)

OA 5 C

DO NOT use an old battery together with a new one. DO NOT use different types of batteries together. DO NOT expose batteries to heat or flame. DO NOT leave the batteries in the battery compartment when you are not going to use the remote control for an extended period of time. Otherwise, it will be damaged from battery leakage.
A 75 antenna with coaxial type connector should be used.

AM antenna

Connecting Speakers
You can connect a pair of the front speakers.

AM ANT

SPEAKERS

IMPEDANCE 6-16 OHMS.

Black AM loop antenna (supplied) Speaker cord

Red Speaker cord

1 Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM
LOOP terminals as illustrated.
2 Turn the AM loop antenna until you have the

best reception.

Right speaker Left speaker
For better reception of both FM and AM Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals and connecting cords. Keep the antennas away from metallic parts of the unit, connecting cords, and the AC power cord.

1 Press and hold the clamp of the speaker
terminal on the rear of the unit.
2 Insert the end of the speaker cord into the

terminal.

Match the polarity of the speaker terminals: Red (+) to red (+) and black () to black ().
3 Release the finger from the clamp.
IMPORTANT: Use only speakers with the same speaker impedance as indicated by the speaker terminals on the rear of the unit.
Connecting Other Equipment
You can connect an audio equipment used only as a playback device. When you connect and use this equipment, refer also to its manual. Be sure that the plugs of the audio cords are color coded: White plugs and jacks are for left audio signals, and red ones for right audio signals.
NOW, you can plug in the unit and other connected equipment FINALLY!

COAXIAL

DO NOT connect any equipment while the power is on. DO NOT plug in any equipment until all connections are complete.
To connect audio equipment

R AC CORD +

To a wall outlet
To start the display demonstration

AM ANT AUX R IN L

Press DEMO while the unit is turned off (on stand by).

COUNTER RESET DEMO

IMPEDANCE 6-16 OHMS
To stop the display demonstration, press any button.
Audio equipment To audio output
Connect the audio output jacks on the other equipment and the AUX jacks on the rear, using an audio cord (not supplied).

Common Operations

Setting the Clock
Before operating the unit any further, first set the clock built in this unit. There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. If you want to stop clock setting, press CLOCK/TIMER once or wait until the time limit of 15 seconds comes.
To adjust the clock again
If you have adjusted the clock before, you need to press CLOCK/TIMER until the CLOCK is selected. Each time you press the button, the clock/timer setting modes change as follows:
Clock time REC CLOCK TIMER
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER twice.
The CLOCK appears on the display.

CLOCK/TIMER

If there is a power failure The clock loses the setting and is reset to AM 12:00. You need to set the clock again.
Turning On the Power and Selecting the Sources

2 Press PROGRAM/SET.

The hour digits start flashing on the display.
When you press the play button for a particular source (AUX, FM/AM, CD 6, and TAPE 3), the unit turns on (and the unit starts playing the source if it is ready COMPU PLAY CONTROL). To listen to the FM/AM broadcasts, press FM/AM. (See page 11.) To play back CDs, press CD 6. (See pages 12 13.) To play back tapes, press TAPE 3. (See page 14.) To select the external equipment as the source, press AUX.

3 Press 4 or to adjust

the hour, then press PROGRAM/SET.
After hour digits are set, the minute digits start flashing on the display.
To turn on the unit without playing, press POWER so that the STANDBY lamp goes off.

4 Press 4 or to adjust

the minute, then press PROGRAM/SET.
To turn off the unit (on standby), press POWER again so that the STANDBY lamp lights up.
5 Press CLOCK/TIMER twice to
finish the clock setting.

To check the clock time

Press CLOCK/TIMER while playing any source. The clock time appears on the display for a while.
A little power is always consumed even while the unit is on standby. To switch off the power supply completely, unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure occurs The clock is reset to AM 12:00 right away, while the tuner preset stations (see page 11) will be erased in a few days.
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Adjusting the Volume

You can adjust the volume level only while the unit is turned on. Turn VOLUME clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease it.
Reinforcing the Bass Sound
The richness and fullness of the bass sound is maintained regardless of how low you set the volume. You can use this effect only for playback. To get the effect, press ACTIVE BASS EX. so that the BASS indicator appears on the display.
When using the remote control, press VOL. + to increase the volume or press VOL. to decrease it.
To cancel the effect, press the button again so that the indicator also goes off.
For private listening Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack. No sound comes out of the speakers. Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting or putting on headphones on the unit.
Selecting the Sound Modes
You can select one of the 3 preset sound modes (3 SEA Sound Effect Amplifier modes). The sound modes can be applied only to playback sounds, and cannot be used for recording. To select the sound modes, press SOUND MODE until the sound mode you want appears on the display. The SOUND indicator also lights up on the display.

DO NOT turn off (on standby) the unit with the volume set to an extremely high level; otherwise, a sudden blast of sound can damage your hearing, speakers and/or headphones when you turn on the unit or start playing any source next time. REMEMBER you cannot adjust the volume level while the unit is on standby.
To turn down the volume level temporarily
Press FADE MUTING on the remote control.
Each time you press the button, the sound modes change as follows:

(Canceled)

To restore the sound, press the button again.
SEA modes: ROCK: Boosts low and high frequency. Good for acoustic music. POP: Good for vocal music. CLASSIC: Good for classical music. OFF: Cancels the sound mode.
Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts

Tuning in a Station

1 Tune in the station you want to preset.
See Tuning in a Station to the left.

1 Press FM/AM.

FM/AM The unit automatically turns on and tunes in the previously tuned station (either FM or AM). Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM and AM.

2 Select a station.

On the unit: Press and hold TUNING or TUNING + for more than 1 second.

- TUNING TUNING +

The PRGM flashes on the display.

3 Press PRESET or + to

select a preset number.

TUNING MODE

PRESET +
On the remote control: 1) Press TUNING MODE so that MANUAL appears on the display. 2) Press and hold 41 or for more than 1 second.
The unit starts searching for stations and stops when a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in. If a program is broadcast in stereo, the ST (stereo) indicator lights up. To stop during searching, press TUNING or TUNING + or (41 or on the remote control).
When you press TUNING or TUNING + (41 or on the remote control) briefly and repeatedly The frequency changes step by step.
4 Press PROGRAM/SET again.
The tuned station in step 1 is stored in the preset number selected in step 3. Storing a new station on a used number erases the previously stored one.
When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure occurs The preset stations will be erased in a few days. If this happens, preset the stations again.
Tuning in a Preset Station
To change the FM reception mode
When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or FM MODE noisy, press FM MODE on the remote control so that the MONO indicator lights up on the display. Reception improves. To restore the stereo effect, press FM MODE again so that the MONO indicator goes off. In this stereo mode, you can hear stereo sounds when a program is broadcast in stereo. The FM reception mode is restored even when the unit is turned off.
2 Select a preset number.
On the unit: Press PRESET or +.

Presetting Stations

You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations. In some cases, test frequencies have been already memorized for the tuner since the factory examined the tuner preset function before shipment. This is not a malfunction. You can preset the stations you want into memory by following the presetting method. There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.

On the remote control: 1) Press TUNING MODE so that PRESET appears on the display. 2) Press 41 or.

Playing Back CDs

Loading CDs Playing Back CDs
You can play CDs continuously.
1 Press 0 OPEN/CLOSE on the
The unit automatically turns on and the carousel comes out.
1 Load CDs. 2 Press REPEAT on the unit
(or REPEAT on the remote control) to select a play mode you want.
Each time you press the button, play modes change as follows:
2 Place one or two discs correctly on the front
slots of the carousel, with its label side up.

CORRECT

INCORRECT

ALL CD

REPEAT 1 REPEAT 1CD

REPEAT ALL CD

ALL CD: When using a CD single (8 cm), place it on the inner circle of the disc tray.
3 If you wish to load a third disc, press
DISC CHANGE on the unit (or DISC SKIP on the remote control).
The carousel rotates by 120.
Plays all loaded CD. (When you turned on the unit, ALL CD is automatically selected.) 1CD: Plays back one CD. REPEAT 1: Repeats one track on one CD. REPEAT ALL CD: Repeats all the tracks on all the CDs , or all the tracks in the program. REPEAT 1CD*: Repeats all the tracks on one CD. *REPEAT 1CD is not used for Program play.
4 Press 0 OPEN/CLOSE again.
The carousel closes, and the corresponding disc number indicator (disc 1 to disc 3) lights up on the display.
3 Select the disc you want to
About the disc indicators Each disc indicator corresponds to the disc tray of the same number.
start play from. On the unit : Press one of the disc number buttons (CD 1, CD 2, and CD 3). On the remote control : Press DISC SKIP repeatedly.

Disc No. flashes

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

Disc number

Disc indicator

Track number

Elapsed playing time
The disc indicator flashes while the corresponding CD is currently selected. The disc indicator goes off when the unit has detected that there is no CD on the corresponding disc tray.
Pressing CD 6 instead of the disc number buttons starts playing back if a CD is on the trays. To stop during play, press 7.
To stop play for a moment

Press CD 6.

PAUSE appears on the display. To resume play, press CD 6 again. To remove the disc, press 0 OPEN/CLOSE.
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Basic CD Operations

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

4 Press 4 or

(4 / 1 or / on the remote control) to select the track number, then press PROGRAM/SET.
To exchange CDs during playback of another
Press DISC CHANGE to eject and exchange the CD.

To locate a particular point in a track
During play, press and hold 1 or. 1 : Fast reverses the disc. : Fast forwards the disc. When using the remote control, press and hold 4 / 1 or /.

TUNING +

Corresponding disc number flashes
Program step number Disc number Track number

To go to another track

Press 4 or repeatedly before or during playback. 4: Goes back to the beginning of the current or previous tracks. : Skips to the beginning of the next or succeeding tracks. When using the remote control, press 4 / 1 or / before playing.
If you press and hold 4 / on the unit You can change the tracks continuously.
5 Program other tracks you want.
To program tracks from the same disc, repeat step 4. To program tracks from a different disc, repeat steps 3 and 4.

6 Press CD 6.

The tracks are played in the order you have programed.
To add more tracks into the program
Press PROGRAM/SET. You can add the tracks into the program before or after play. If you have already programed all 24 tracks, you cannot add more. If you do, it will overwrite the 1st track and so on.
You cannot erase or modify the programmed tracks. If you want to modify the program, erase all the program and start from the beginning.
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks Program Play
You can arrange the order in which the tracks play before you start playing. You can program up to 24 tracks. To repeat the program, select REPEAT ALL CD by pressing REPEAT repeatedly.
To stop during play, press 7. To erase the entire program before or after play, press 7. Ejecting the Carousel will also erase the program.
If your entry is ignored You have tried to program a track from an empty tray, or a track number that does not exist on the CD (for example, selecting track 14 on a CD that only has 12 tracks). Such entries are ignored.

1 Load discs.

If the current playing source is not the CD player, press CD 6, then 7 before going to the next step.
2 Press PROGRAM/SET. 3 Select the disc number.
On the unit: Press one of the disc number buttons (CD 1, CD 2, and CD 3). On the remote control: Press DISC SKIP repeatedly.

Program step number

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Playing Back Tapes

Playing Back a Tape
To stop during play, press 7. To operate the other deck, press TAPE A/B, then TAPE 3. To fast-forward the tape, press or ( / on the remote control). To rewind the tape, press 1 or (4 / 1 on the remote control).

EC 0EJ T

1 Press EJECT 0 for the deck you want to use.
To remove the cassette, press 0 EJECT for deck A or EJECT 0 for deck B.

For Deck B

For Deck A
2 Put a cassette in, with the exposed part of the

tape down.

You can play back only type I.
3 Close the cassette holder gently.
If you put cassettes in both decks A and B, the deck which you have put a cassette into last is selected. To operate the other deck, press TAPE A/B.

4 Press TAPE 3.

The tape play starts. When the tape plays to the end, the deck automatically stops.
The use of the C-120 or thinner tape is not recommended, since characteristic deterioration may occur and this tape easily jams in the pinchrollers and the capstans.

Recording

IMPORTANT:
It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic embodied therein. The recording level is automatically set correctly, so it is not affected by the VOLUME control. Thus, during recording you can adjust the sound you are actually listening to without affecting the recording level. While recording, you can hear tunes with sound modes and/or the active bass extension effect through the speakers or headphones. However, the sound is recorded without these effects (see page 10). If the sound recorded have excessive noise or static, the unit may be too close to a TV. Please separate the TV from the unit. You can use only type I tape for recording.
Resetting the tape counter
If you wish to take a note on the counter value at the beginning of each track, reset the counter before starting a recording.
Press COUNTER RESET on the unit to reset the counter.
The counter reading becomes 0000. The counter reading also becomes 0000 when the unit is turned off (stands by).

To demagnetize the heads Turn off the unit, and use a head demagnetizer (available at electronics and record shops).
Avoid the following places to store the tape: In dusty places In direct sunlight or heat In moist areas Near a magnet
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Troubleshooting

If you are having a problem with your unit, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service. If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the unit has been physically damaged, call a qualified person, such as your dealer, for service.
Symptom No sound is heard. Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise. Cause Connections are incorrect or loose. Antennas are disconnected. The AM loop antenna is too close to the unit. The FM antenna is not properly extended and positioned. The disc sound is discontinuous. The disc tray does not open or close. The disc does not play. The cassette holders cannot be opened. Impossible to record. Operations are disabled. The disc is scratched or dirty. The AC power cord is not plugged in. The disc is placed upside down. Power supply from the AC power cord has been cut off while the tape was running. Small tabs on the back of the cassette are removed. The built-in microprocessor may malfunction due to external electrical interference. The path between the remote control unit and the remote sensor on the unit is blocked. The batteries are exhausted. Action Check all connections and make corrections. (See pages 6 to 8.) Reconnect the antennas correctly and securely. Change the position and direction of the AM loop antenna. Extend the FM antenna at the best position. Clean or replace the disc. (See page 19.) Plug the AC power cord. Place the disc with the label side up. Turn on the unit. Cover the holes with adhesive tape. Unplug the AC power cord and then plug it back in. Remove the obstruction.
Unable to operate the unit from the remote control unit.

Replace the batteries.

Specifications
Amplifier section CA-MXJ100
Output Power 40 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 6 at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. Audio input sensitivity/Impedance (at 1 kHz) AUX: 400 mV/50 k Speakers Impedance: 6 16

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

General

AC 120 V , 60 Hz 55 W (at operation) 13 W (on standby) Dimensions (approx.): 270 mm x 317 mm x 380 mm (W/H/D) (10 11/16 in. x 12 1/2 in. x 15 in.) Mass (approx.): 6.9 kg (15.3 lbs) Power requirement: Power consumption:
FM tuning range: 87.5 MHz 108.0 MHz AM tuning range: 530 kHz 1,710 kHz

Supplied accessories

See page 6.
Speaker section SP-MXJ100

Type: Speaker units:

2-way bass-reflex type Woofer: 12 cm (4 3/4") cone x1 Tweeter: 2 cm (13 /16") piezo x1 Power handling capacity: 40 W Impedance: 6 Frequency range: 50 Hz 18,000 Hz Sound pressure level: 87 dB/wm Dimensions (approx.): 219 mm x 317 mm x 219 mm (W/H/D) (8 5/8 in. x 12 1/2 in. x 8 5/8 in.) Mass (approx.): 3.1 kg (6.9 lbs) each

CD player

CD Capacity: Dynamic range: Signal-to-noise ratio: Wow and flutter: 3 CDs 85 dB 90 dB Unmeasurable

Cassette deck

Frequency response Normal (type I): Wow and flutter 0.15% (WRMS) 50 Hz 14,000 Hz
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QUALITY

SERVICE
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
TOLL FREE : 1-800-537-5722 http://www.jvcservice.com Dear customer: In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States, Call 1-800-537-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS
10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641 (973) 396-Corporate Avenue Cypress, CA 90630-0024 (714) 229-Cummings Park Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 376-Lakes Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857 (770) 339-Mapunapuna Place Honolulu, HI 96819-2040 (808) 833-State Road 84 Davie, FL 33324 (954) 472-Enterprise Street Aurora, IL 60504-8149 (630) 851-Hammerly, Suite 110 Houston, TX 77043 (713) 935-Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804 (650) 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 JVC AMERICAS CORP. 1700 Valley Road Wayne, NJ 07470

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

AUDIO-1

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. (The Warranty Period.) 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 number or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed; 2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair; 3. Operational adjustments covered in the 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 MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty last, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. 1700 Valley Road Wayne, NJ 07470

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRO DUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT. For customer use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No.: Purchase date: Serial No.: Name of dealer:
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GROUND CLAMP
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GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 81021) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)
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12) Nonuse Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 13) Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 14) Damage Requiring Service The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when : (a) The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or (b) Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or (c) The appliance has been exposed to rain; or (d) The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (e) The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. 15) Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
10) Power Lines An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
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Introduction

We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products. Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to obtain the best possible performance from your unit, and retain this manual for future reference.

About This Manual

This manual is organized as follows: The manual mainly explains operations using the buttons and controls on the unit. You can also use the buttons on the remote control if they have the same or similar names (or marks) as those on the unit. If operation using the remote control is different from that using the unit, it is then explained. Basic and common information that is the same for many functions is grouped in one place, and is not repeated in each procedure. For instance, we do not repeat the information about turning on/off the unit, setting the volume, changing the sound effects, and others, which are explained in the section Common Operations on pages 9 to 11. The following marks are used in this manual: Gives you warnings and cautions to prevent damage or risk of fire/electric shock. Also gives you information which is not good for obtaining the best possible performance from the unit. Gives you information and hints you had better know.

Recording... 17

Recording a Tape on Deck B. Dubbing Tapes... CD Direct Recording.. Auto Edit Recording.. Using Daily Timer.. Using Recording Timer.. Using Sleep Timer.. Timer Priority... 22 22

Using the Timers.. 20

Maintenance.. 23 Troubleshooting... 23 Specifications... 24
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Location of the Buttons and Controls
Become familiar with the buttons and controls on your unit.

Front Panel

Powered Rolling Panel o
Press PANEL OPEN/ CLOSE to open the panel. To close the panel, press the button again.

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Continued

Display Window
See pages in the parentheses for details.
Disc trays POWER button and STANDBY lamp (9) Display window For MX-J700: SUBWOOFER VOLUME control (10) For MX-J500: ACTIVE BASS EX. (extension) LEVEL control (10) Remote sensor TAPE button and lamp (9, 16) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. AUX button and lamp (9) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. Deck A cassette holder (16) 0 EJECT button for deck A (16) Disc number buttons (CD1, CD2, and CD3) (13) Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit. 0 (CD tray open/close) buttons (13) Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit. VOLUME control (10) CD 8 (play/pause) button and lamp (9, 13) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. PANEL OPEN/CLOSE button (9) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. PHONES jack (10) FM/AM button and lamp (9, 12) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. Deck B cassette holder (16, 17) EJECT 0 button for deck B (16, 17)
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9 p q w e r t y u i

CD REC START button (18, 19) TAPE A/B button (16) CLOCK/TIMER button (9, 20 22) SET button (9, 12, 20 22) 7 (stop) button (13 19) TUNING / + buttons (12) 1 / (fast left/fast right) buttons (11, 14, 16) SEA CONTROL button (11) PROGRAM/RANDOM button (14, 15, 18) EDIT button (19) REPEAT button (15) DISPLAY button (9) SOUND MODE button (10) CANCEL button (9, 15, 20) DEMO button (8)

Display window

1 Tuner operation indicators MONO and STEREO indicators 2 Timer indicators DAILY (Daily Timer), REC (Recording Timer), SLEEP, and (Timer) indicators 3 CD play mode indicators REPEAT (ALL/1CD/1), PROGRAM, and RANDOM indicators 4 CD track number indicators 5 Disc indicators 6 Audio level indicator SEA (Sound Effect Amplifier) pattern indicator 7 For MX-J700: SUBWOOFER indicator (10) For MX-J500: BASS indicator (10) 8 Tape operation indicators (reverse mode), A/B (operating deck), (tape direction), and REC (recording) indicators 9 Main display Shows the source name, frequency, etc. p SOUND MODE indicator

Powered Rolling Panel

o PRESET / + buttons (12) 4 / (reverse search/forward search) buttons (9, 11, 14, 19 22) ; REVERSE MODE button (16 19) a REC START/STOP button (17, 19) s DUBBING button (18)
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Remote Control

1 Disc number buttons (CD1, CD2, and CD3) (13) Pressing one of these buttons also turns on the unit. 2 SOUND MODE button (10) 3 TAPE A/B button (16) 4 REC START/STOP button (17, 19) 5 For MX-J700: SUBWOOFER + / buttons (10) For MX-J500: ACTIVE BASS EX. (extension) + / buttons (10) / 4 (fast left/reverse search) button (14 16) 7 TAPE button (9, 16) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. 8 FADE MUTING button (10) 9 AUX button (9) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. p POWER button (9) q SLEEP button (22) w Number buttons (12, 14) e FM MODE button (12) r / (forward search/fast right) button (14 16) t CD 8 button (9, 13) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. y 7 (stop) button (13 19) u FM/AM button (9, 12) Pressing this button also turns on the unit. i VOLUME + / buttons (10)

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

Unpacking
After unpacking, check to be sure that you have all the following items. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity of the pieces supplied. AM loop antenna (1) FM antenna (1) Remote control (1) Batteries (2)

Connecting Antennas

FM antenna

A ENN ANT

EXT AM LOOP

FM antenna (supplied)

5 FM 7 IAL X CO A
If any is missing, consult your dealer immediately.
Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control
Insert the batteries R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F) into the remote control, by matching the polarity (+ and ) on the batteries with the + and markings on the battery compartment. When the remote control can no longer operate the unit, replace both batteries at the same time.
1 Attach the FM antenna to the FM 75

COAXIAL terminal.

2 Extend the FM antenna. 3 Fasten it up in the position which gives you
the best reception, then fix it on the wall, etc.
About the supplied FM antenna The FM antenna supplied with this unit can be used as temporary measure. If reception is poor, you can connect an outdoor FM antenna.

R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F)

To connect an outdoor FM antenna
Before connecting it, disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
Outdoor FM antenna (not supplied)

When using the remote control, press ACTIVE BASS EX. + to increase the bass sound level or press ACTIVE BASS EX. to decrease it. To cancel the Active Bass Extension, turn the control counterclockwise until BASS OFF appears.
Selecting the Sound Modes
To turn down the volume level temporarily
Press FADE MUTING on the remote control. The volume level gradually decreases to MIN. To restore the sound, press the button again. You can select one of the 6 preset sound modes (3 surround modes and 3 SEA Sound Effect Amplifier modes). This function only affects the playback sound, but does not affect your recording. To select the sound modes, press SOUND MODE until the sound mode you want appears on the display. The SOUND MODE indicator also lights up on the display.
Reinforcing the Bass Sound
This function only affects the playback sound, but does not affect your recording. For MX-J700 The SUBWOOFER VOLUME control provided for this unit can enhance the subwoofer sound if subwoofers are connected to the rear of this unit (see page 7). Turn the SUBWOOFER VOLUME control clockwise to increase the subwoofer sound or counterclockwise to decrease it. The subwoofer level can be adjusted in 6 steps (WOOFER 1 WOOFER 5, and MAX).
Each time you press the button, the sound modes change as follows:

D.CLUB

(Dance CLUB)

STADIUM

ROCK POP CLASSIC

(Canceled)

MANUAL 3

MANUAL 2

MANUAL 1
SUBWOOFER indicator always lights up when the unit is on.
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Surround modes *: D.CLUB: Increases resonance and bass. HALL: Adds depth and brilliance to the sound. STADIUM: Adds clarity and spreads the sound, like in an outdoor stadium. SEA (Sound Effect Amplifier) modes: ROCK: Boosts low and high frequency. Good for acoustic music. POP: Good for vocal music. CLASSIC: Good for classical music. Manual modes: MANUAL 1/2/3: Your individual mode stored in memory. See Creating Your Own Sound Mode Manual Mode. OFF: Cancels the sound mode.
2 Adjust the SEA pattern.
1) Press 4 or to select the frequency range to adjust (LOW, MID, HIGH). 2) Press 1 or to adjust the level (3 to +3) of the selected frequency range. 3) Repeat steps 1) and 2) to adjust the level of the other frequency ranges.
3 Press SEA CONTROL again.
* Surround elements are added to the SEA elements to create a being-there feeling in your room. When one of these modes is selected, the SOUND MODE indicator lights up as
4 Press 4 or to select one of the
MANUAL 1, 2, and 3 modes into which you want to store the SEA pattern.
While one of the SEA modes including manual modes (SEA elements without surround elements) is selected, it lights up as
5 Press SEA CONTROL again.
Creating Your Own Sound Mode Manual Mode

Press 0 corresponding to a CD, not playing or selected currently, to eject and exchange the CD. If you exchange CDs during play, the current play will not stop until all CDs you have exchanged are played.
To stop play for a moment
Press CD 8. While pausing, the elapsed playing time flashes on the display. To resume play, press CD 8 again.
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To locate a particular point in a track
During play, press and hold 1 or. 1: Fast reverses the disc. : Fast forwards the disc. When using the remote control, press and hold 1 / 4 or /.
Each time you press the button, CD play mode changes as follows:
Program Play Random Play Continuous Play
3 Press one of the disc number
buttons (CD1, CD2, and CD3) to select the disc number you want to play.

To go to another track

Press 4 or repeatedly before or during playback. 4: Goes back to the beginning of the current or previous tracks. : Skips to the beginning of the next or succeeding tracks. When using the remote control, press 1 / 4 or /.
If you press and hold 4 / (or 1 / 4 or / before playing) You can change the tracks continuously.

Disc number

Program step number
4 Select a track from the CD selected in the
above step. On the unit: Press 4 or to select the track number, then press SET.
To go to another track directly using the number buttons
Pressing the number button(s) before or during play allows you to start playing the track number you want. Ex.: For track number 5, press 5. For track number 15, press +10, then 5. For track number 20, press +10, then 10. For track number 32, press +10, +10, +10, then 2.
On the remote control: Press the number buttons.
For how to use the number buttons, see To go to another track directly using the number buttons described to the left.
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks Program Play
You can arrange the order in which the tracks play before you start playing. You can program up to 32 tracks. To use Repeat play (see page 15) for Program play, press REPEAT after starting Program play.

1 Load CDs.

If the current playing source is not the CD player, press CD 8, then 7 before going to the next step.
5 Program other tracks you want.
To program tracks from the same disc, repeat step 4. To program tracks from a different disc, repeat steps 3 and 4.

2 Press PROGRAM/RANDOM

repeatedly until PROGRAM appears on the display.

6 Press CD 8.

The tracks are played in the order you have programed. To stop during play, press 7. To exit from Program play mode, press PROGRAM/ RANDOM repeatedly again before or after play so that the unit enters another play mode. (The program you have made is stored in memory until you turn off the unit or erase the program.)

If you try to eject CDs LOCKED appears to inform you that the Tray Lock is in use.

Program Play Random Play

3 Press CD 8.

Continuous Play

The tracks are played at random. Random play ends when all the tracks are played once. To skip the currently playing track, press (or / on the remote control).
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Playing Back Tapes

You can play back type I, type II, and type IV tapes without changing any settings.
To play both sides repeatedly Reverse Mode
Reverse Mode works for both decks at the same time. When it is in use, the tape automatically reverses at the end of a side and the unit starts playing the other side of the tape, and repeats the same process. To use Reverse Mode, press REVERSE MODE so that the Reverse Mode indicator on the display lights up like To cancel Reverse Mode, press the button again so that the Reverse Mode indicator on the display lights up like

Playing Back a Tape

1 Press EJECT (0) for the deck you want to
For Deck B For Deck A When Reverse Mode is on with cassettes in both decks A and B After the reverse (2) side of the tape finishes playing, the tape in the other deck starts playing.
2 Put a cassette in, with the exposed part of the

tape down.

Locating the Beginning of a Song Music Scan
You can use Music Scan to locate the beginning of a song. Music Scan searches for blank portions that usually separate recorded songs, then plays the next song.
3 Close the cassette holder gently.
If you put cassettes in both decks A and B, the last deck you have put a cassette into is selected. To operate the other deck, press TAPE A/B.
To find the beginning of the current song
During play, press 1 / (1 / 4 or / on the remote control) in the opposite direction to the tape play. The tape direction indicator of the opposite direction to the tape play starts flashing slowly. Searching stops automatically at the beginning of the current song, and the current song starts automatically.

4 Press TAPE 2 3.

The tape play starts and the tape direction indicator (2 3) starts flashing slowly to indicate the tape running direction. Each time you press the button, the tape direction changes. 3 : plays the front side. 2 : plays the reverse side. When the tape plays to the end, the deck automatically stops if the Reverse Mode is not on. (See To play both sides repeatedly Reverse Mode.) To stop during play, press 7. To operate the other deck, press TAPE A/B, then TAPE 2 3. To fast wind to the left or to the right, press 1 / (1 / 4 or / on the remote control) while the tape is not running. The tape direction indicator (2 3) starts flashing quickly on the display. To remove the cassette, press 0 EJECT for deck A or EJECT 0 for deck B.

To find the beginning of the next song
During play, press 1 / (1 / 4 or / on the remote control) in the same direction as the tape play. The tape direction indicator of the same direction as the tape play starts flashing slowly and quickly alternately. Searching stops automatically at the beginning of the next song, and the next song starts automatically.
Music Scan works by detecting a 4-second long blank between each song, so it will not work well in the following cases No blank at the beginning of a song. Noise (often caused by much use or poor quality dubbing) which fills the blank. Long, very soft passages or pauses in a song.
The use of the C-120 or thinner tape is not recommended, since characteristic deterioration may occur and this tape easily jams in the pinchrollers and the capstans.
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Recording

IMPORTANT:
It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic embodied therein. The recording level is automatically set correctly, so it is not affected by the VOLUME control (and the SUBWOOFER VOLUME control for MX-J700; ACTIVE BASS EX. LEVEL control for MX-J500). Thus, during recording you can adjust the sound you are actually listening to without affecting the recording level. While recording, you can hear sound modes through the speakers or headphones. However, the sound is recorded without these effects (see page 10). If recordings you have made have excessive noise or static, the unit may be too close to a TV. Increase the distance between the TV and the unit. You can use type I and II tapes for recording.
Recording a Tape on Deck B
1 Press EJECT 0 for the deck B.
2 Put in a recordable cassette, with the exposed

part of the tape down.

3 Close the cassette holder gently. 4 Check the tape direction of deck B.
If the tape direction is not correct, press TAPE twice then 7 to change the tape direction.
To protect your recording
Cassettes have two small tabs on the back to protect unexpected erasure or re-recording. To protect your recording, remove these tabs. To re-record on a protected tape, cover the holes with adhesive tape. When using type II tape, be careful not to cover the holes used to detect the tape type.
5 Start playing the source FM, AM*, CD
player, deck A, or auxiliary equipment connected to AUX jacks.

The optimum tape length for the disc appears.
To change the tape length manually If the tape length selected is not satisfactory, you can change the tape length by pressing 4 or. You can select the tape length among the following 40, 46, 50, 54, 60, 64, 70, 74, 80, 84, and 90.
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Using the Timers

There are three timers available Recording Timer, Daily Timer, and Sleep Timer. Before using the timers, you need to set the clock built in the unit. (See page 9.)
2 Press CLOCK/TIMER again.
ON TIME appears for 2 seconds, then the unit enters on-time setting mode.

Using Daily Timer

With Daily Timer, you can wake to your favorite music or radio program.
3 Set the on-time you want the

unit to turn on.

1) Press 4 or to set the hour, then press SET. 2) Press 4 or to set the minute, then press SET. OFF TIME appears for 2 seconds, then the unit enters off-time setting mode.
How Daily Timer actually works
The unit automatically turns on, set the volume level to the preset level, and starts playing the specified source when the on-time comes (the indicator flashes just before the ontime, and continues flashing while the timer is operating). Then, when the off-time comes (OFF flashes just before the off-time), the unit automatically turns off (stands by). The timer setting remains in memory until you change it. There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. If you have made a mistake while setting timer, press CANCEL. (However, this does not always work. If CANCEL does not work, press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly and start from step 1 again.) Before you start. When using a CD as the source to play, make sure there is a CD on the selected disc number tray. When using a tape as the source to play Make sure that a tape is in the deck whose deck indicator (A or B) is lit on the display. Make sure that the tape direction is correct. When using the external component as the source to play, set the timer equipped with the external component at the same time.

4 Set the off-time you want the
unit to turn off (on standby).
1) Press 4 or to set the hour, then press SET. 2) Press 4 or to set the minute, then press SET. The unit enters source selecting mode.
5 Press 4 or to select the
source to play, then press SET.
Each time you press 4 or , the source changes as follows:
TUNER FM TUNER AM CD AUX TAPE
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER until
DAILY appears on the display.
The DAILY (Daily Timer) indicator also starts flashing on the display.
TUNER FM: tunes into a specified preset FM station. = go to step 6. TUNER AM: tunes into a specified preset AM station. = go to step 6. CD : plays a disc from a specified track of a specified disc. = go to step 6. TAPE: plays a tape in deck A or B. = go to step 7. AUX: plays an external source. = go to step 7.
Each time you press the button, the timer setting modes change as follows:
DAILY Canceled ON TIME Clock setting

(See page 9.)

REC ON TIME
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6 When selecting CD

Using Recording Timer
With Recording Timer, you can make a tape of a radio broadcast automatically.
1) Press 4 or to select the disc number, then press SET. 2) Press 4 or to set the track number, then press SET. The unit enters volume setting mode.
How Recording Timer actually works
The unit automatically turns on, tunes into the specified station, sets the volume level to MIN, and starts recording when the on-time comes (the indicator flashes just before the on-time, and continues flashing while the timer is operating). Then, when the off-time comes (OFF appears just before the off-time), the unit automatically turns off (stands by). The timer setting remains in memory until you change it. There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. If you have made a mistake while setting the timer, press CANCEL. (However, this does not always work. If CANCEL does not work, press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly and start from step 1 again.)

When selecting TUNER FM or TUNER AM
Press 4 or to select the preset station number, then press SET. The unit enters volume setting mode.

7 Press 4 or to set the

volume level.
You can select the volume level from among the following VOL , VOL 5, VOL 10, and VOL 15. If you select VOL , the volume is set to the last level when the unit has been turned off.
8 Press SET to complete the Daily

Timer setting.

The DAILY (Daily Timer) indicator stops flashing and remains lit. The settings you have done are shown on the display in sequence.
1 Put a recordable cassette into deck B. 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER until REC

appears on the display.

The REC (Recording Timer) indicator also starts flashing on the display.
9 Press POWER to turn off the unit
(on standby) if you have set the Daily Timer with the unit turned on.
To turn on or off Daily Timer after its setting is done
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER repeatedly until DAILY appears on the display. 2 To turn off the Daily Timer, press CANCEL. The DAILY (Daily Timer) indicator goes off from the display (OFF appears for a while). The Daily Timer is canceled, but the setting for the Daily Timer remains in memory. To turn on the Daily Timer, press SET. The DAILY (Daily Timer) indicator lights up on the display. The settings you have done are shown on the display in sequence for your confirmation. Each time you press the button, the timer setting modes change as follows:
3 Press CLOCK/TIMER again.
If the unit is turned on when the timer-on time comes Daily Timer does not work.
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4 Set the on-time you want the unit

to turn on.

Using Sleep Timer
With Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep to music. You can set Sleep Timer when the unit is turned on.
How Sleep Timer actually works
The unit automatically turns off after the specified time length passes.
5 Set the off-time you want the unit
to turn off (on standby).
1) Press 4 or to set the hour, then press SET. 2) Press 4 or to set the minute, then press SET. The unit enters preset station selecting mode.

Unable to operate the unit from the remote control.
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Specifications

MX-J700 Amplifier section CA-MXJ700
Output Power SUBWOOFERS: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 6 at 63 Hz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. MAIN SPEAKERS:50 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 6 at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. Audio input sensitivity/Impedance (at 1 kHz, measured at MAIN SPEAKERS) AUX: 590 mV/50 k Digital output: CD OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUT Signal wave length: 660 nm Output level: 15 dBm to 12 dBm Speakers/Impedance: 6 16
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
MX-J500 Amplifier section CA-MXJ500
Output Power 120 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 6 at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. Audio input sensitivity/Impedance (at 1 kHz) AUX: 580 mV/50 k Digital output: CD OPTICAL DIGITAL OUTPUT Signal wave length: 660 nm Output level: 15 dBm to 12 dBm Speakers/Impedance: 6 16
FM tuning range: 87.5 MHz 108.0 MHz AM tuning range: 530 kHz 1,710 kHz

CD player

CD Capacity: Dynamic range: Signal-to-noise ratio: Wow and flutter: 3 CDs 85 dB 90 dB Immeasurable

Cassette deck

Frequency response Normal (type I): 50 Hz 14,000 Hz CrO2 (type II): 50 Hz 14,000 Hz Metal (type IV): 50 Hz 14,000 Hz (only for playback) Wow and flutter 0.15% (WRMS)

General

AC 120 V , 60 Hz 95 W / 125 VA (at operation) 14 W (on standby) Dimensions (approx.): 265 mm x 335 mm x 368 mm (W/H/D) (10 7/16 in. x 13 1/4 in. x 14 1/2 in.) Mass (approx.): 9.7 kg (21.4 lbs) Power requirement: Power consumption:
AC 120 V , 60 Hz 155 W / 200 VA (at operation) 17 W (on standby) Dimensions (approx.): 265 mm x 335 mm x 368 mm (W/H/D) (10 7/16 in. x 13 1/4 in. x 14 1/2 in.) Mass (approx.): 9.9 kg (21.8 lbs) Power requirement: Power consumption:

Supplied accessories

See page 6.
Speaker section SP-MXJ550
3-way bass-reflex type Woofer: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.) cone x1 Midrange: 5 cm (2 in.) cone x1 Tweeter: 2 cm (13/16 in.) dome x1 Power handling capacity: 120 W Impedance: 6 Frequency range: 45 Hz 25,000 Hz Sound pressure level: 86 dB/Wm Dimensions (approx.): 235 mm x 335 mm x 270 mm (W/H/D) (9 5/16 in. x 13 1/4 in. x 10 11/16 in.) Mass (approx.): 3.7 kg (8.2 lbs) each Speaker units:
Speaker section SP-MXJ700
4-way bass-reflex type Twin Hyper Power-Drive Subwoofer Speaker units: Subwoofer: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.) cone x1 Main Woofer: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.) cone x1 Midrange: 5 cm (2 in.) cone x1 Tweeter: 2 cm (13/16 in.) dome x1 Power handling capacity: Subwoofer: 100 W Main speaker: 50 W Impedance: Subwoofer: 6 Main speaker: 6 Frequency range: Subwoofer: 26 Hz 3,500 Hz Main speaker: 70 Hz 29,000 Hz Sound pressure level: Subwoofer: 75 dB/Wm Main speaker: 88 dB/Wm Dimensions (approx.): 286 mm x 335 mm x 365 mm (W/H/D) (11 5/16 in. x 13 1/4 in. x 14 3/8 in.) Mass (approx.): 6.3 kg (13.9 lbs) each

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QUALITY

SERVICE
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
TOLL FREE : 1-800-537-5722 http://www.jvcservice.com Dear customer: In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States, Call 1-800-537-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS
10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641 (973) 396-Corporate Avenue Cypress, CA 90630-0024 (714) 229-Cummings Park Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 376-Lakes Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857 (770) 339-Mapunapuna Place Honolulu, HI 96819-2040 (808) 833-State Road 84 Davie, FL 33324 (954) 472-Enterprise Street Aurora, IL 60504-8149 (630) 851-Hammerly, Suite 110 Houston, TX 77043 (713) 935-Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804 (650) 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 JVC AMERICAS CORP. 1700 Valley Road Wayne, NJ 07470

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

AUDIO-1

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. (The Warranty Period.) 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 number or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed; 2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair; 3. Operational adjustments covered in the 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 MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty last, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. 1700 Valley Road Wayne, NJ 07470