CD PORTABLE SYSTEM

RC-EZ38S

STANDBY / ON /

MENU/ FM MODE

TUNER/ BAND

STOP/ ENTER

RANDOM

REPEAT

PROGRAM/ PRESET

MUTING

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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.

LVT1494-003A

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NE PAS EXPOSER LA PLUIE NI LHUMIDIT ATTENTION:RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS OUVRIR
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 products 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. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. For Canada Only: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil nurimque de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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. CAUTION Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the users authority to operate the equipment. For Canada/pour le Canada THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED DIGITAL APPARATUS, ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS. CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMIRIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR; APPAREILS NUMERIQUES, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.
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CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. ATTENTION Afin dviter tout risque dlectrocution, dlncendie. etc.: 1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir le coffret de lappareil. 2. Ne pas exposer lappareil la pluie ni lhumidit.
CAUTION STANDBY/ON button ! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (all lamps and indications go off). When installing the product, ensure that the plug is easily STANDBY/ON button in any accessible. The position does not disconnect the mains line. When the unit is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red. When the unit is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off. The power can be remote controlled. ATTENTION Touche STANDBY/ON Dconnectez la fiche de secteur pour mettre lappareil compltement hors tension (tous les tmoins et toutes les indications steignent). Lors de linstallation de lappareil, assurez-vous que la fiche soit facilement STANDBY/ON dans accessible. La touche nimporte quelle position ne dconnec-te pas lappareil du secteur. Quand lappareil est en mode dattente, le tmoin STANDBY est al-lum en rouge. Quand lappareil est sous tension, le tmoin STANDBY steint. Lalimentation ne peut pas tre commande distance.

FEATURES

1 Portable system incorporating CD player CD functions can be operated with the remote control unit as well as on the main unit. 8-cm CD playback capability 2 Digital LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) indicates general playback status. 3 Synchronized recording with CD/USB playback 4 MP3/WMA playback capability 5 Hyper-Bass Sound effect

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Prevention of Electric Shocks, Fire Hazards and Damages
Even when the STANDBY/ON button is set to STANDBY, a very small current will flow. When the unit is turned on, the display window lights up. When the unit is in standby mode, the display window turns off. (Note, however, that the display window does not light even when the unit is turned on if the unit is operated on batteries.) To save power and for safety when not using the unit for an extended period of time, disconnect the power cord from the household AC outlet. Do not handle the power cord with wet hands. When unplugging from the wall outlet, always grasp and pull the plug, not the power cord. Consult your nearest dealer when damage, disconnection, or contact failure is found with the cord. Do not bend the cord sharply, or pull or twist it. Rating label is placed on the exterior of the rear of the unit. Do not modify the power cord in any manner. Do not remove screws to disassemble the unit and do not touch anything inside the unit to avoid accidents. Do not insert any metallic objects into the unit. Unplug the power cord when there is a possibility of lightning. If water gets inside the unit, unplug the power cord from the outlet and consult your dealer. Do not block the ventilation holes of the unit so that heat can escape. Do not install the unit in a badly ventilated place.
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

Do not use this unit in direct sunlight or leave the unit in a closed automobile (or yacht, etc.) where it would be exposed to high temperatures above 40C (104F). 1 Avoid using the unit in the following places: Where the temperature may become excessively high or low; the recommended temperature range is 5C and 35C (41F and 95F). Where it could be subject to vibrations. Where it is excessively humid, such as in a bathroom. Where it could be magnetized by a magnet or speaker. 2 Pay attention to dust. Be sure to close the disc door so that the lens is not contaminated by dust. Do not touch the lens. 3 Condensation Condensation may occur in the following cases, in which the unit may not operate correctly: The unit is in a room where a heater has just been switched on. The unit is in a place where there is smoke or high humidity. The unit has just moved from a cold place to a warm room. In these cases, set the STANDBY/ON button to ON and wait one or two hours before use. 4 Volume control Compact discs produce very little noise compared with analog records. If you adjust the volume by listening to the noise as you do with analog records, the speakers could be damaged by a sudden blast of sound when playback starts. Therefore, turn down the volume before starting and adjust it as required while playing a CD. 5 Safety mechanism The unit incorporates a safety interlock mechanism which switches off the laser beam when the disc door is opened. 6 Do not place magnetic objects such as cassette tapes near the speakers. Since the speakers contain magnets inside, do not place cassette tapes or magnetic cards nearby as recorded data could be erased. 7 Keep the unit away from the TV. When the unit is used near a TV, the TV picture could be distorted. If this happens, move the unit away from the TV. If this does not correct the situation, avoid using the unit when the TV is turned on. 8 Cleaning the cabinet If the cabinet gets dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Never use benzine or thinner as these could damage the surface finish. 9 When listening with headphones Do not listen at high volumes as it could damage your hearing. For safety, do not drive while listening with headphones. 10 Carrying handle Do not raise or lower the carrying handle with the telescopic antenna extended, to avoid damaging the antenna. Position the carrying handle so that it does not interfere with operation.

14 Cassette operation buttons 8 PAUSE button STOP/EJECT button FF button 1 REW button 3 PLAY button REC button STOP/ENTER button button 17 REPEAT/PRESET button 18 button 19 MENU/FM MODE button 20 VOLUME button (+/-) 21 USB terminal

Rear side

BEAT CUT PHONES
22 FM Telescopic antenna 23 BEAT CUT switch 24 PHONES jack Connect stereo mini headphones (3.5-mm (3/16") diameters, impedance of 16 to 32 ) to this jack. The speaker output is switched off with headphones connected.
25 AC IN (AC input) jack 26 Battery compartment cover
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Installing batteries

1 Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control unit. 3 Replace the battery cover.

Battery replacement

2 Insert two AAA (UM-4)/R03-size batteries (not supplied). Insert the batteries with the and terminals matching the indication inside the battery compartment. Insert the ends first.
AAA (UM-4)/R03-size batteries
The maximum operating distance between the remote control unit and the remote sensor section of the unit is approximately 7 meters. When the operating range decreases or remote control operation becomes unstable, replace the batteries with new ones.
Notes on using the remote control unit
Point the top of the remote control unit toward the remote sensor section of the unit as directly as possible. The operable distance from the main unit decreases if you point the remote control unit at an angle. Press the buttons gently and firmly. Do not expose the remote sensor section of the unit to strong light (direct sunlight or artificial lighting) and make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote sensor section and the remote control unit.

Names of buttons

1 STANDBY/ON button 2 TAPE button MENU/FM MODE button CD button USB button TUNER/BAND button button STOP/ENTER button button 4 RANDOM button REPEAT button PROGRAM/PRESET button 5 MUTING button SLEEP button EQ button 6 Number buttons 7 VOLUME +/ buttons

TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF

STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON

STANDBY/ON

button
To switch off the power supply completely
Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. If the batteries are inserted in the unit, take them out. Notes: When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure occurs, the clock is reset to AM 12:00, while the tuner preset stations (see page 17) will be erased in a few days. The clock indication will keep flashing until you set the clock again. Remove the batteries when carrying the unit by hand or in the trunk of a car. This prevents the power from being accidentally turned on, thus avoiding wasteful battery consumption.

Press the STANDBY/ON button on the unit to turn the unit on. button on You can also press the STANDBY/ON the remote control unit. The display window lights up when the unit is turned on. (Note, however, that the display window does not light even when the unit is turned on if the unit is operated on batteries.) The unit comes on ready to play the source selected when the unit was last turned off.

SETTING THE CLOCK

1 2, 4, 6 3, 5 3, 5 1
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 2 again.

To set the sleep timer

When the time you specify elapses, the system will be turned off automatically. On the remote control only.
1 Press STANDBY/ON to turn on. 2 Press and hold CLOCK. The hour digits start flashing.
1 Press SLEEP. Flashing SLEEP 10 and S are displayed.

005 00:01 SLEEP 10

3 Press 4 or to adjust the hour. 4 Press CLOCK. The minute digits start flashing.
Each time you press the SLEEP button, the time length changes as follows: 10=20=30=60=90=120=OFF=(back to the beginning) 2 Wait for a few seconds. Only the S is displayed, and the sleep timer is set. To Confirm the Sleep Time: Press SLEEP once while the sleep timer is set. To Cancel the Sleep Timer Setting: Press SLEEP repeatedly until SLEEP OFF appears. Note: The sleep timer will also be cancelled when the power is turned off.
5 Press 4 or to adjust the minutes. 6 Press CLOCK.
Note: If there is a power failure, the clock loses the setting. The clock indication will keep flashing until you set the clock again.
To show the clock when the unit is on
Press CLOCK. Each time you press the button, the display changes the clock indication and the normal indication alternately.

ADJUSTING THE SOUND

PHONES (on the rear) EQ HBS

VOLUME +/

VOL 5/

Adjusting the volume

Press VOLUME + or VOLUME to increase or decrease the volume. You can press VOL 5 or VOL on the remote control unit to increase or decrease the volume respectively. The volume level can be adjusted in 41 steps (VOLUME MIN, 01, 02,. 39, VOLUME MAX). Note: The volume level is automatically adjusted to 15 when the unit is turned on.
Listening through headphones
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack. No sound comes out of the speakers anymore. Be sure to turn down the volume before connecting headphones.
Reinforcing the bass sound
You can enjoy powerful bass sound with the Hyper-Bass Sound effect. Press HBS once to turn on the effect. To turn off the effect, press HBS one more time. When HBS is pressed, HBS ON or HBS OFF is displayed.
Turning off the sound temporarily
During playback, press MUTING on the remote control unit. The sound is turned off and appears in the display window. To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

Selecting the sound modes
You can select one of the 5 preset sound modes. JAZZ ROCK : Good for jazz music. : Boosts low and high frequency. Good for acoustic music. POP : Good for vocal music. CLASSIC: Good for classical music. FLAT : Normal sound.

To select the sound mode

Press EQ repeatedly until the indicator for the sound mode you want appears in the display window. Each time you press the button, the sound mode changes as follows:

CLASSIC POP

PLAYING COMPACT DISCS

Notes on compact discs

This unit has been designed only to play back the following CDs. Digital audio CD Recordable digital audio CD (CD-R) Rewritable digital audio CD (CD-RW) Playback order of MP3/WMA tracks may be different from the one you have intended while recording. If a folder does not include MP3/WMA tracks, they are ignored.

Handling discs

Since dirty, damaged or warped discs could damage the unit, care should be taken of the following: Do not touch the reflective recorded surface. Do not stick or write anything on the label side. Do not bend discs.
Storage When playing a CD-R or CD-RW
You can play back finalized CD-R or CD-RW recorded in music CD format or in MP3 or WMA format. (If a CD-RW has been recorded in a different format, erase all the data on the CD-RW completely before recording on it.) You can play back CD-R or CD-RW in music CD format like an audio CD. Some CD-R or CD-RW may not be played back on this unit because of their disc characteristics, damage or stain on them, or if the player lens is dirty. The reflection factor of CD-RW is lower than that of other CDs, possibly causing CD-RW to take longer time to read. After removing a disc from the unit, be sure to put it back in its case. Do not expose discs to direct sunlight, high temperatures from a heater, etc., high humidity or dust.

Cleaning discs

Before loading a disc, wipe off any dust, dirt or fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth. Discs should be cleaned by wiping radially, from the center to edge. Never use thinner, benzine, record cleaner or antistatic spray. Removing the disc from its storage case and replacing it
Playing Back a Disc/USB Memory/DAP:
This System cannot play packet write discs. For MP3/WMA playback. MP3/WMA discs are required a longer readout time than regular CDs. (It depends on the complexity of the group/file configuration.) Some MP3/WMA files cannot be played back and will be skipped. This result from their recording processes and conditions. When making MP3/WMA discs, use ISO 9660 Level 1 for the disc format. This System can play back MP3/WMA files with the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of the letter caseupper/lower). Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly on the display. The maximum character number shown on the display is 32 (without the extension code) for files, and 30 for ID3 tag. It is recommended that you make each MP3 file at a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at a bit rate of 128 kbps. Similarly each WMA file at a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at a bit rate of 96 kbps. This System can recognize the total of 999 tracks and of 499 groups. Those exceeding the maximum number cannot be recognized.

Press the center and lift out.
Press to secure the disc. Handling

Incorrect Cleaning

Correct

Incorrect

PLAYING COMPACT DISC
1 Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc door. 2 Load a disc with the label side facing up and close the disc door. 8-cm CD can be played on the unit without an adapter. The following indications are displayed.

Track number

4 Adjust the volume.
Notes: When an MP3 or WMA file is loaded, it may take more than 30 seconds to be read in, depending on the amount of information compiled in the disc. The following indication may be displayed when the disc is loaded upside down. Reload the disc correctly.
CD: 001 00:00 Total 12 56:03

Total playing time

CD SCANNED NO DISC Mistracking may occur if a strong shock is applied to the unit or if it is used in a place subject to vibrations (e.g. in a car travelling on a rough road).
Total number of tracks Track number

MP3: WMA

To stop playback

001 00:00 Total 141

Total number of tracks
Press STOP/ENTER. You can press STOP/ENTER on the remote control unit to stop playback.

3 Press CD

to start playback.
You can start playback by pressing CD on the remote control unit. CD:

Main unit

Remote

Elapsed playing time

(Track information scroll) Track number Sampling frequency
Caution: Stop playback before opening the disc door. Check that the disc has completely stopped rotating before unloading the disc.

44 KHZ

128 KBPS

Bit rate

(File information scroll) File format Elapsed playing time

To pause playback

Press CD during playback.
To resume playback, press the button again.
Selecting a desired track directly
Use the number buttons on the remote control unit. Example: To select track 8, press 8. When the total number of tracks is double-digits: To select track 21, press 0 , 2 , then 1. When the total number of tracks is triple-digits: To select track 21, press 0 , 0 , 2 , then 1. To select track 115, press 0 , 1 , 1 , then 5.
Search locating a desired position on the disc (audio CD only)

Press and hold 4 or during playback. Monitor the sound and release the button when the desired position is located.

PLAYING USB

Playing a USB
Operate in the order shown
1 Open the USB terminal cover. 2 Insert a USB. Press the USB 6 button to start play. 3 The track number is displayed.
Elapsed playing time Track number

To stop play

During playback, press the 7 button to stop play.
MP MY HEART WILL GO ON.MP3 3

4 Adjust the sound.

Skipping
To skip back to the previous track During playback, press 4 once to return to the beginning of the current track, press twice to skip back to the beginning of the previous track. To skip to the next track During playback, press to skip to the beginning of the next track.
To stop a USB temporarily Press the USB PLAY/PAUSE 6 button to stop play temporarily. When pressed again, play resumes from the point where it was paused.
IMPORTANT: Always set volume to VOLUME MIN when connecting or disconnecting the other equipment. Connect the USB Memory or DAP directly to the top cabinet of the unit. Connecting via a USB hub may result in malfunction. USB Memory and DAPs compatible with the USB mass storage class specifications are connectable. Some DAPs are not compatible with the unit. Copyrighted tracks (WMA-DRM* tracks) cannot be played on the unit. Coded or encrypted tracks in a special method cannot be played on the unit. * DRM (Digital Rights Management): Any of several technical methods used to control or restrict the use of digital media content on electronic devices with such technologies installed.
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Repeat/Random playback (for CD mode or USB mode)

REPEAT REPEAT

RAN DOM

Repeat playback

Press REPEAT during playback.

Random playback

Press RANDOM in CD mode so that the RANDOM indicator lights up in the display window. You can press RANDOM on the remote control unit to select random playback. Tracks are played in random order. To cancel random playback, press the button again so that the RANDOM indicator goes off.
Main unit Remote Each time you press the button, the repeat mode changes in the following order: In case of an audio CD or USB mode: Repeat playback of a single track
Repeat playback of all tracks on the disc
Repeat playback is canceled.
Programmed playback (for CD mode or USB mode)
Up to 32 tracks can be programmed to play in any desired order. 2 1, 1, 3, 5

1 Press CD

or USB

to enter each mode,

To repeat programmed playback
Press REPEAT on the remote control unit after starting programmed playback.
if the unit is in TUNER or TAPE mode. You can press CD or USB on the remote control unit to enter each mode. 2 Press STOP/ENTER to enter stop mode.
To erase the entire program in the memory
Press STOP/ENTER (or STOP/ENTER on the remote control unit) in stop mode when PROG is displayed. The program is cleared, and the PROG indicator goes off. The program is also cleared when you open the disc door, turn off the unit or change to other audio sources. Note: You cannot program more than 32 tracks. FULL MEMORY is displayed when you program the 32nd track.

3 Press PROGRAM/PRESET.

PROGRAM P 01 T

Track to be programed

4 Press the number buttons on the remote control unit to select a desired track to be programmed. Example: To select track 8, press 8. When the total number of tracks is double-digits: To select track 21, press 0 , 2 , then 1. When the total number of tracks is triple-digits: To select track 21, press 0 , 0 , 2 , then 1. To select track 115, press 0 , 1 , 1 , then 5. 5 Press PROGRAM/PRESET. 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to program other tracks. 7 Press CD

or USB.

The tracks are played in the order you have programmed. You can press CD on the remote control unit to start programmed playback. PROG is displayed.
Confirm/Play MP3 or WMA files on a CD or a USB
1 Press MENU/FM MODE. Floders are displayed.

ROOT ALBUM1

Press 4 or to change to another folder on the same layer. Press STOP/ENTER to change to a lower layer. Press MENU/FM MODE to change to an upper layer. 2 Press 4 or to select a desired track(file). 3 Press STOP/ENTER to play.

: Track

: Folder

RADIO RECEPTION

Tuning in a station
1 Press TUNER/BAND to select the band, FM or AM. You can press TUNER on the remote control unit to select the band. 2 Press and hold 4 or for more than 1 second. The unit starts searching and stops when a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in. If you press 4 or briefly and repeatedly, the frequency changes. 3 Adjust the volume.

Using the antennas

Changing the FM reception mode
When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, reception improves in monaural reception. Press MENU/FM MODE. STEREO indicator appears in the display window. Press the button again to show MONO indicator in the display window. Select either mode for a better reception.
Note: The built-in ferrite core antenna may pick up interference from television receivers in the neighborhood disturbing AM reception.

Press STOP/EJECT. The tape also stops when it reaches the end.

Fast-winding a tape

Press 1 REW or FF. When the tape reaches the end, press STOP/EJECT to release 1 REW or FF.

RECORDING

Standard recording
1 Prepare the recording source. When recording from the radio: Set to the tuner mode and tune in a desired station. When recording from a CD: Set to the CD mode and load a CD. 2 Load a blank or erasable cassette. Use only a type-I normal tape. 3 Press REC. 3 PLAY is also depressed, and recording starts.
Synchronized recording with the CD or USB player
In this unit, the CD or USB player starts playback when deck enters the recording mode. 1 Set the STANDBY/ON button to ON. 2 Load a cassette. 3 Load a disc. 4 Set to CD or USB. 5 Press the REC button and 3 PLAY buttons, synchronized recording will start. When the tape reaches the end first, the CD or USB player pauses automatically; when the CD or USB player stops first, the tape continues running. In this case, press the STOP/EJECT button to stop the tape. First of all, press the 8 PAUSE button. Then, press the REC and 3 PLAY buttons, thus entering the record-pause (standby) mode. After that re-press the PAUSE button at the exact moment you want to start recording. This releases the tape to begin recording at a precise moment. Do not leave the unit in pause mode for more than a few minutes. Instead, push the STOP/EJECT button and turn the power off.

To stop recording

Press STOP/EJECT. The tape also stops when it reaches the end. Notes: It should be noted that it may be unlawful to rerecord 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 work embodied therein. The recording level is automatically set correctly, so it is not affected by VOLUME. Thus, during recording you can adjust the sound you are actually listening to without affecting the recording level. If a recording you made has excessive noise or static, the unit may have been too close to a TV which was on during the recording. Either turn off the TV or increase the distance between the TV and the unit.

8 PAUSE button

Erasing
When recording on a pre-recorded tape, the previous recording is automatically erased and only the new material can be heard when the tape is played.
Using the beat-cut function
When recording an AM broadcast, beats may occur. If this happens while recording an AM broadcast, adjust the BEAT CUT switch on the rear to select the beat-cut setting, 1 or 2.
To erase a tape without making a new recording.
1 Press TAPE to enter the tape mode. 2 Press REC to start recording.

Caution: If a recording you make has excessive noise or static, the unit may have been too close to a TV which was on during the recording. Either turn off the TV or increase the distance between the TV and the unit.

BEAT CUT

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MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the heads, capstan and pinch roller
Cleaning is important! When the tape is running, magnetic powder and dust naturally accumulate on the heads, capstan and pinch roller. When they become too dirty; Sound quality deteriorates. The sound output level drops. The previous recording is not completely erased. Recording is not performed satisfactorily. To avoid these, clean the heads, capstan and pinch roller every 10 hours of use.
Head (recording/playback) Pinch roller Erasure head
Cleaning the CD pickup lens
If the CD pickup lens is dirty, the sound may be degraded. Open the disc door and clean the lens. Use a blower (available at a camera store, etc.) to blow off dust on the lens.

Capstan

Open the cassette holder. Clean the heads, capstan and pinch roller. For effective cleaning, use a cleaning kit available at an audio store. After cleaning, make sure that the cleaning fluid has dried completely before loading a cassette. Cautions: Keep magnets and metallic objects away from the head. If the head becomes magnetized, noise will increase and the sound will deteriorate. Demagnetize the recording/playback head every 20 to 30 hours of use with a head demagnetizer available at an audio store. When demagnetizing the head, the unit should be turned off. As the erasure head of the unit is of magnetic type, do not demagnetize it. Do not use anything other than alcohol for cleaning. Thinner and benzine will damage the rubber pinch roller.

Blower

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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.
Symptom Power cannot be turned on.
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.
Action Connect the power cord. Press 8 PAUSE again to release it. Replace the batteries with new ones. Clean the head.
Possible cause The power cord is unplugged.
When 3 PLAY is pressed, tape does not 8 PAUSE is pressed. move. Playback sound is at a very low level. REC does not function. Batteries are run down. The head is dirty.
The safety tabs of the cassette have Reseal the slots with adhesive tape. been broken off. No cassette is loaded. Load a cassette. The disc is upside down. The disc is dirty. The disc is damaged or warped. The lens is dirty. There is moisture condensation. Load the disc with the label side facing up. Clean the disc. Replace the disc with a playable one. Clean the lens. Turn the unit on and wait one or two hours before use. Disconnect the headphones. Clean the pinch roller and capstan. Replace the batteries with new ones. Adjust the antenna correctly.

The disc is loaded but does not play.
No sound from the speakers.
Headphones are connected.
Since the tape speed is irregular, wow The pinch roller or capstan is dirty. and flutter occur. Batteries are run down. Radio reception is poor and there is The antenna is not properly adjusted. much static. Remote control is impossible.
Batteries in the remote control unit are Replace the batteries with new ones. run down. The remote sensor section is exposed Try not to operate the unit under direct to bright light (direct sunlight, etc.) sunlight, etc.
If this product does not function properly even after you have implemented the possible solutions given above Many functions of this product are implemented by microcomputers. If malfunction is caused by thunder or static electricity, or the main unit does not function properly even when you press a button, disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet, wait for a while, and then connect this product again. Note: When the unit is moved from a cold place of around 0C (32F) to a warm place, it may not operate normally, because moisture has formed inside the unit. Normal operation will be restored after waiting one or two hours.

SPECIFICATIONS

CD player
CD capacity Signal-to-noise ratio Dynamic range : 1 CD : 60 dB : 60 dB

General

Speakers Speaker impedance Output power : Main 10 cm cone 2 Tweeter 3.5 cm cone 2 : 3 : 2 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 3 at 1 kHz with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion. : PHONES 1 : AC 120 V , 60 Hz DC 12 V (R20 (SUM-1)/D (13D)-size batteries 8) : 10 W (at operation) 1.4 W (on standby) : 435 mm 165 mm 240 mm (17-3/16" 6-1/2" 9-1/2") (W/H/D) : Approx. 3.6 kg (8lbs) (without batteries) : AC power cord 1 Remote control unit 1
FM tuning range AM tuning range Antennas : 87.5 MHz 108.0 MHz : 520 kHz kHz : Telescopic antenna for FM Ferrite core antenna for AM Output terminals Power supply

Power consumption

Cassette deck
Frequency response Wow & flutter Fast wind time : 100 Hz Hz : 0.35% (WRMS) : Approx. 170 sec. (C-60 cassette)

Dimensions

Mass Accessories provided
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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WARRANTY REPAIR / REPLACEMENT FORM
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING; PLEASE NOTE : P.O. BOXES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE

STREET ADDRESS:

ZIPCODE

DAY TIME PHONE NUMBER:

REASON FOR RETURN

Please do not return your product to the retailer. Instead, please box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured to the JVC repair/replacement facility nearest you.
A COPY OF YOUR BILL OF SALE, A COMPLETED WARRANTY REPAIR/REPLACEMENT FORM AND ALL OF THE ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES WHICH CAME WITH YOUR UNIT MUST ACCOMPANY THE PRODUCT TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR REPAIR/REPLACEMENT UNDER WARRANTY.
To obtain the address of the location nearest you, please call (800) 252-5722 or visit our website http://www.jvc.com. If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Care Center at (800) 252-5722.

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CD PORTABLE SYSTEM

SISTEMA PORTATIL CON CD CHAINE PORTABLE A CD

RC-BZ6BU

REMOTE CONTROL RM-SRCBZ6

INSTRUCTIONS

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES MANUEL DINSTRUCTIONS
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.

LVT0490-001B [J]

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Warnings, Cautions and Others
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
ADVERTENCIA: PARA EVITAR RIESGOS DE INCENDIOS O ELECTROCUCIONES, NO EXPONGA ESTE APARATO A LA LLUVIA O A LA HUMEDAD.
AVERTISSEMENT: POUR REDUIRE LES RISQUES DINCENDIE OU DELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER LAPPAREIL A LA PLUIE OU A LHUMIDITE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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 products 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 operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QULIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
INFORMATION (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.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS (For U.S.A only) PRECAUTIONS
3 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock falled or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. CAUTION: Do not open the rear cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. CAUTION: The compact disc player uses invisible laser radiation and is equipped with safety switches which prevent the emission of radiation when the CD tray is open. It is dangerous to defeat the safety switches. CAUTION: Use of controls for adjustments and the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.
(For CANADA) CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
(Pour le CANADA) PRECAUTION POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHEDANSLABORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.
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. Attention - Commutateur POWER! Dconnecter la fiche de secteur poru couper compltement le courant. Le commutateur POWER ne coupe jamais compltement la ligne de secteur, quelle que soit sa position. Le courant peut tre tlcommand.

For Canada/pour le Canada THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERRFERENCE-CAUSIING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED DIGITAL APPARATUS, ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS. CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATAERIEL BROUILLEUR: APPAREILS NUMERIQUES, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.
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Thank you for purchasing the JVC CD Portable System. We hope it will be a valued addition to your home as well as to your outdoor life, giving you years of enjoyment. Be sure to read this instruction manual carefully before operating your new stereo system. In it you will find all the information you need to set up and use the system. If you have a query that is not answered by the manual, please contact your dealer.

Features

Here are some of the things that make your System both powerful and simple to use. s The controls and operations have been redesigned to make them very easy to use, freeing you to just enjoy the music. With JVCs COMPU PLAY you can turn on the System and automatically start the Radio, CD Player, or Cassette Deck with a single touch. (When power is supplied from AC) s Sound effects; BEAT, POP, and CLEAR. s The System incorporates AHB (Active Hyper Bass) PRO circuitry to faithfully reproduce low frequency sounds. s A 30-station preset capability (15 FM and 15 AM) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning. s A user-friendly timer lets you wake or fall asleep to music.
How This Manual Is Organized
Basic information that is the same for many different functions - e.g. setting the volume - is given in the section Common Operations, and not repeated under each function. The names of buttons/controls are written in all capital letters: e.g. TUNER BAND. System functions are written with an initial capital letter only: e.g. Normal Play. Use the table of contents to look up specific information you require. Weve enjoyed making this manual for you, and hope it serves you in enjoying the many features built into your System.

IMPORTANT CAUTIONS

1. s When carrying the Unit
Do not raise or lower the carrying handle of the Unit with the telescopic antenna extended in order to avoid damaging the antenna.
2. s Where to place the Unit
Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold (between 5C/41F and 35C/95F). Leave sufficient distance between the Unit and a TV. Do not use the Unit in a place subject to vibrations.

3. s Power cord

Do not handle the power cord with wet hands! Some power (2.8 W) is always consumed as long as the power cord is connected to the wall outlet. When unplugging the Unit from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.

4. s Malfunctions, etc.

There are no user serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer. Do not insert any metallic object into the System.

s Table of Contents s

Features... 1 How This Manual Is Organized.. 1 IMPORTANT CAUTIONS.. 1 Getting Started..2 Common Operations..3 Using the Tuner...5 Using the CD Player..6 Using the Cassette Deck (Listening to a Tape).7 Using the Cassette Deck (Recording).8 Using the Timers..9 Care And Maintenance... 11 Troubleshooting.. 12 Specifications... 12

English

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s Getting Started s

Accessories
Check that you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the System. Power Cord (1) Remote Control (1) If any of these items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.

How To Put Batteries

How To Put Batteries In the Unit 1. Open the battery cover on the back of the Unit by pulling it toward you while pressing the tabs as shown by the arrows. 2. Put 8 batteries (not supplied) in the battery compartment in the order of 1 to 8 as shown. 3. Securely close the battery cover. Note: When you operate your Unit on mains (AC) power, the power source switches automatically from batteries to AC. However, you should remove the batteries when operating on AC power.
R20/D (13F) size batteries
How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control Match the polarity (+ and ) on the batteries with the + and markings in the battery compartment. R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F) (not supplied)
CAUTION: Handle batteries properly. To avoid battery leakage or explosion: Remove batteries when the Unit or the Remote Control will not be used for a long time. When you need to replace the batteries, replace batteries at the same time with new ones. Do not use an old battery with new ones. Do not use different types of batteries together. Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.

Using the Remote Control

The Remote Control makes it easy to use many of the functions of the Unit from a distance of up to 7m (23 feet) away. You need to point the Remote Control at the remote sensor on the Units front panel. Note: If you point the Remote Control from the slant direction, the above distance will be shortened.

Remote sensor

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Firmly insert the AC power cord supplied with the System into the AC inlet on the back of the Unit. The provided AC power cord for this unit has certain one-way direction connections to prevent electric shock. Refer to the illustration for correct connection. CAUTIONS: ONLY USE THE JVC POWER CORD PROVIDED WITH THIS SYSTEM IN ORDER TO AVOID MALFUNCTION OR DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM. BE SURE TO UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE OUTLET WHEN GOING OUT OR WHEN THE SYSTEM IS NOT IN USE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet, and your System is at your command!
COMPU PLAY (AC power only)
JVCs COMPU PLAY feature lets you control the most frequently used System functions with a single touch. With One Touch Operation you can play a CD or tape, or turn on the radio, with a single press of the play button for that function. One Touch Operation turns the power on for you, then starts the function you have specified. If the System is not ready (no CD in place), the System still powers on so you can insert a CD. How One Touch Operation works in each case is explained in the section dealing with that function. The COMPU PLAY buttons are:

On the Unit

CD 6 button TUNER BAND button PLAY (TAPE) button

On the Remote Control

CD 6 button TUNER BAND button

s Common Operations s

Display POWER indicator POWER POWER STANDBY indicator SOUND AHB PRO VOLUME control SOUND AHB PRO VOLUME +,

PHONES

BEAT CUT

NORM-123

Turning the Power On and Sandby

Turning the Unit On

Press the POWER button.
If you were listening to the Tuner last, the Tuner comes on playing the station it was last set to. Note: When power is supplied from the batteries, the POWER button on the Remote Control does not work.

Turning the Unit Standby

Press the POWER button again.
When operating on AC power:

POWER POWER ON

STANDBY
The POWER ON indicator (green) lights up and the display comes on. The Unit comes on ready to continue in the mode it was in when the power was last turned off. s For example, if the last thing you were doing was listening to a CD, you are now ready to listen to a CD again. If you wish, you can change to another source.
The STANDBY indicator lights up and the display is blank. s When in Standby mode, the Unit continues to a small amount of power (2.8 W) to run the display. s To switch off the Unit completely, unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
Connecting the AC Power Cord

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When power is supplied from the batteries: When the Unit is turned off with the POWER button on the Unit (the POWER button on the Remote Control is ineffective), the Standby indicator goes out and the display is blank. To switch off the Unit completely, remove the batteries from the Unit.
Showing the Time (DISPLAY)
In standby mode, both a digital and an analogue are displayed. In Standby mode, both clocks are displayed on the display. When the Unit is turned on, the analogue clock only is displayed. To display both clocks while the Unit is turned on, press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit. To return to the original display, press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit once again.

Adjusting the Volume

You can adjust the volume level between 0 and 25 when the Unit is turned on. Turn the VOLUME control on the Unit to the right or left to increase or decrease the volume level. OR Press the VOLUME + or button on the Remote Control to increase or decrease the volume level.

Digital clock

Analog clock
Note: You need to set the clock first in order for it to work. (See Setting the Clock on page 9.)
CAUTION: DO NOT turn on the Unit and/or start playing any source without first setting the VOLUME control to 0, as a sudden blast of sound can damage your hearing, speakers and/or headphones. 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.
Reinforcing the Bass Sound (AHB PRO)
You can reinforce the bass sound to maintain rich, full bass at low volume (you can use this effect only for playback): To get the effect, press the AHB (Active Hyper Bass) PRO button. The AHB PRO indicator lights up on the display. To cancel the effect, press the button again. The AHB PRO indicator goes out.

Sound Effects (SOUND)

The System has the following preset sound effects that give you control over the way your music sounds, so you can tailor it to the acoustics of your room and the quality of your source. Test the sound effects out to hear how each affects the music. Note that the effects work only during playback. Sound effects FLAT: No sound effect. BEAT: Boosts low and high frequencies. POP: Good for vocal music. CLEAR: For a wide, dynamic stereo sound. To get an effect, press the SOUND button repeatedly until the Sound mode you want appears on the display. Each time you press the SOUND button, the display changes as shown below:

To cancel the effect, press the SOUND button until FLAT appears on the display.
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JOG dial Number keys

TUNER BAND PRESET

TUNER BAND

Band display, Frequency display, Preset channel
(Display when using the Tuner) You can listen to FM and AM stations. Stations can be tuned in manually, automatically, or from preset memory storage.
One Touch Radio (AC power only)
Just press the TUNER BAND button to turn on the Unit and start playing the station you were last tuned to. s You can also switch from any other sound source to the radio by pressing the TUNER BAND button.
Preset Tuning using the Remote Control (Possible only after presetting stations) Select the station by entering its preset number on the number keys. Example:For channel 5, press 5. For channel 15, press +10 then 5. The band and the frequency are displayed.

Tuning In a Station

1. s Press the TUNER BAND button.
The Band and Frequency you were last tuned to appear on the display. Each time you press the button, the band changes as follows:
3. s Turn the antenna for best reception.
For FM broadcast, extend and turn the telescopic antenna. For AM broadcast, turn the Unit itself.

For AM

For FM

FM Auto

FM MONO
2. s Select a station using one of the following methods.

Presetting Stations

You can preset up to 15 FM stations and up to 15 AM stations into memory using the Remote Control.
Manual Tuning Press the 4 or button repeatedly to move from frequency to frequency until you find the station you want.
Auto Presetting (Using the Unit)
In each band, you can automatically preset FM-15, AM-15 stations. Preset numbers will be allocated as stations are found, starting from the station currently tuned to and moving up the frequency.
OR Auto Tuning If you press and hold the 4 or button for one second or more, the frequency changes down, or up, automatically until a station is found. OR Preset Tuning using the Unit (Possible only after presetting stations) Press the 7 PRESET button to select the preset station. After you have selected the preset number, the band and the frequency are displayed. Example:Press the 7 PRESET button until the preset number 12 P- 12 appears.
1. s Select a band (AM or FM) by pressing the TUNER BAND button. 2. s Press the 7 PRESET button for more than two seconds. 3. s Repeat steps 1-2 for the other band.
If you want to change any of the auto preset stations, follow the procedure for Manual Presetting.
CAUTION: If the Unit is unplugged or if a power failure occurs, the preset stations will be erased after approx. five minutes. If this happens, you will need to preset the stations again.

s Using the Tuner s

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Manual Presetting (Using the Remote Control)
Number key(s) (hold for 2 seconds)
4. s Repeat steps 1 - 3 for each station.
To change the preset stations, repeat the same steps as above.
To Change the FM Reception Mode
The STEREO indicator lights up and you can hear stereo effects, when a program is broadcast in stereo. However if an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, you can select Monaural mode. Reception improves, but you lose any stereo effect.
1. s Select a band by pressing the TUNER BAND button. 2. s Press the 4 or button to tune in a station. 3. s Set the preset number by pressing and holding the number key on the Remote Control.
To preset numbers 1 to 10: Press the number key and hold down for 2 seconds. To preset numbers 11 to 15: Press and release the +10 button, then press the second number key (1 to 5) and hold down for 2 seconds. When the preset display blinks, the setting is stored and you can release the number key. The display returns to the normal band and frequency display. Example: Preset number = 12
Press the TUNER BAND button to select FM MONO mode.
The MONO indicator lights up on the display. To restore the stereo effect, press the TUNER BAND button to select FM Auto mode. The MONO indicator goes out.

s Using the CD Player s

JOG dial
Number keys REPEAT /8 CD holder CD OPEN
Playing time, Preset number Track number
CD indicator/ Analog clock

Repeat indicator

(Display when using the CD Player)
You can use Normal or Repeat Play. Repeat Play can be set to repeat all or just one of the tracks on the CD.
One Touch CD Player (AC power only) s Just press the CD 6 button.
The power is automatically turned on. If a CD is already inserted, PLAY is displayed and the CD will start playing from the first track. If no CD is inserted, NO DISC is displayed on the display and the CD Player remains in Stop mode.
The first track of the CD begins playing. The CD Player automatically stops when the last track of the CD has finished playing. During playback, the track number being played and the playback time elapsed are shown on the display. To stop playing the CD, press the 7 button. The following information for the CD is displayed.

Total number of tracks

Normal Play
1. s Press the CD OPEN button on the Unit.

The CD holder opens.

Playback time elapsed
2. s Place a CD, with its label side up. 3. s Gently close the CD holder by hand. 4. s Press the CD 6 button.
To pause, press the CD 6. To cancel pause, press the CD 6 again. Play continues from the point where it was paused. Notes: You can place an 8 cm (3'') CD without an adaptor. If the CD cannot be read correctly (because it is scratched, for example), 000000 appears on the display. Even if other function is selected during playing the CD, the last track is memorized.
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During playback, press the 4 or button to select the track you want. The selected track starts playing. Press and release the button to go forward one track at a time. Press and release the 4 button to go back one track at a time.

Repeat Play

You can repeat one track or all the tracks on a CD. During, or before playback, press the REPEAT button on the Remote Control to select the Repeat mode. The Repeat indicator changes with each press of the button, as shown below. = ALL =blank display = (back to the beginning) : Repeats one track. ALL : Repeats all the tracks. To exit Repeat mode, press the REPEAT button until the Repeat indicator on the display goes out.

Search Play

During playback, hold down the 4 or button. This operation will fast forward/backwards the CD so you can quickly find a particular passage in the track you are listening to (the CD is played slowly for a moment and then the playback speed increases).
Locating a Track directly with the Remote Control
Using the number keys on the Remote Control allows you can go directly to the beginning of any track.
s Using the Cassette Deck s

(Listening to a Tape)

TAPE indicator/Analog clock
(Display when using the Cassette Deck)
The Cassette Deck allows you to play and record audio tapes Notes: The Cassette Deck performs best with normal tapes (metal or CrO2 tapes are not recommended). The use of tapes longer than 120 minutes is not recommended, since characteristic deterioration may occur and these tapes easily jam in the pinch-roller and the capstan.

4. s Press the PLAY

button.
One Touch Play (AC power only)
Just press the PLAY TAPE button on the Unit. The power is auTAPE tomatically turned on, TAPE is displayed, and if a tape is already in the deck, it will start to play.
The tape is played and then stops when it reaches the end. The TAPE indicator always turns to the right when the tape is travelling. To pause, press the 8 PAUSE button on the Unit. To cancel pause, press the 8 PAUSE button again. Play continues from the point where it was paused. To stop playing, press the STOP/EJECT button. To remove the tape, stop the tape, and press the STOP/ EJECT button again.

Playback

1. s Press the STOP/EJECT button to open the cassette holder. 2. s Insert a cassette tape with the exposed side facing upward as shown below.

+ Forward direction

To Fast-Forward and Rewind a Tape
Press the 1 (fast-forward) button on the Unit to fast-forward the tape. Press the (rewind) button on the Unit to rewind the tape. The Cassette Deck automatically stops when the tape reaches its end.
3. s Close the holder gently until it clicks.

Skip Play (4 or )

During playback, enter the number of the track you want to listen to using the number keys. The selected track starts playing. Example: For track 5, press 5. For track 15, press +10 then 5. For track 20, press +10, then 10. For track 32, press +10 three times, then 2.
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REC indicator

(Recording)
TAPE indicator Analogue clock
Things To Know Before You Start Recording s 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 work embodied therein. The correct recording level is automatically set by the ALC (Automatic Level Control) function, and is not affected by the VOLUME control on the Unit or by the use of sound effects. Two small tabs on the back of the cassette tape, one for side A and one for side B, can be removed to prevent accidental erasure or recording. To record on a cassette with the tabs removed, you must cover the holes with adhesive tape as shown.
The tape is recorded and then stops when it reaches the end. The TAPE indicator always turns to the right when its tape is travelling. To pause the recording, press the 8 PAUSE button on the Unit. To cancel pause, press the 8 PAUSE button again. Recording continues from the point where it was paused. To stop recording, press the STOP/EJECT button. To remove the tape, stop the tape, and press the STOP/ EJECT button again to open the cassette holder.
Recording an AM station (BEAT CUT)
When recording an AM broadcast, beats may be produced which are not heard when listening to the broadcast. If this happens, you can use the BEAT CUT function. Switch the BEAT CUT switch on the back of the Unit from the NORM-1 to 2 or 3. Note: In regular use, the BEAT CUT switch should be set to the NORM-1 position.
Notes: Use normal tapes (not metal or CrO2 tapes) for recording. At the start and end of cassette tapes, there is leader tape which cannot be recorded onto. If a recorded tape you make has excessive noise or static, the Unit may have been too close to a TV during the recording. Either turn off the TV or increase the distance between the TV and the Unit.

Recording from the CD

The CD Player can be started with the Cassette Deck for synchronous recording and everything on the CD recorded onto the tape in the order it is on the CD.
1. s Insert a cassette tape in the Cassette Deck and wind past the leader tape. 2. s Load a CD. 3. s Press the CD 6 button. 4. s Press the 7 button to stop the CD.
You can check the number of tracks and the total playback time of the CD on the display. (See page 6.)

Recording from the Radio

1. s Press the STOP/EJECT button to open the cassette holder. 2. s Insert a blank or erasable cassette tape with the exposed side facing upward as shown below and wind past the leader tape.
5. s Select the Repeat mode of the CD if desired.
To select the Repeat mode ( or ALL), press the REPEAT button on the Remote Control.
6. s Choose whether to have approx. four seconds of blank tape between tracks. 3. s Close the holder gently until it clicks. 4. s Tune in to a radio station. 5. s Press the REC button on the Unit.
The PLAY button is pressed at the same time, the REC indicator lights up, and the Unit begins recording. If you want the blank section, skip this step. If you do not want the blank section, perform the following operation on the CD Player. Press the CD 6 button twice.
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The PLAY button is pressed at the same time, the REC indicator lights up, and the synchronous recording begins. The tape is recorded and then stops when it reaches the end. To continue recording to the other side of the tape, perform the following steps. 1. Reverse the cassette tape and wind past the leader tape. 2. Press the CD 6 button and then press the REC button. Then, the synchronous recording begins from the beginning of the last track that was stopped at the end of the first side of the tape. To stop recording, press the STOP/EJECT button. To remove the tape, stop the tape, and press the STOP/ EJECT button again to open the cassette holder. Notes: If the CD reaches its end before the tape, the tape will continue to run until stopped. Press STOP/EJECT button to stop the tape. During synchronous recording, the CD 6, 4, and buttons for the CD Player do not function. If you press the REC button during playback the CD, recording will start from the beginning of the track being played.
When the tape reached its end and stopped, carry out the following to continue recording to the other side of the tape. 1. Reverse the cassette tape and wind past the leader tape. 2. Press the REC button again. The synchronous recording will begin from the last track that was stopped at the end of the first side of the tape.

s Using the Timers s

SLEEP JOG dial Timer indicator CLOCK/TIMER Analog clock
(Display when using the Timer)
The timers let you control listening functions automatically.
3. s Press the CLOCK/TIMER button.
The CLOCK indicator stays lit. The Units current set time blinks on the display.

Setting the Clock

You can set the clock when the Unit is turned on. Notes: The clock must be correctly set for the timers to work. When setting the timers, you have two minutes in which to complete the procedure. Otherwise, the setting is cleared and must be repeated from the beginning.
4. s Turn the JOG dial to set the time.
Turn the JOG dial to the right or left to increase or decrease the time. Turning it rapidly advances or decreases the time faster.
5. s Press the CLOCK/TIMER button.
Then wait for 5 seconds or press the CLOCK/TIMER button once again to return to the original display. The selected time is set and the seconds start counting from 0.
(For 2 seconds) (Display CLOCK) (Select the time)
1. s Press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit and hold for more than two seconds. tor blinks on the display.
The display changes as follows:
CAUTION: If there is a power failure, the clock loses its setting after approx. five minutes. The display shows AM12:00 and the CLOCK indicator blinks, and the clock must be reset.
2. s Turn the JOG dial until the CLOCK indica-

Setting the Daily Timer

Once you have set the Daily Timer. The timer will be activated at the same time every day. You can cancel or re-activate the Daily Timer. Note that the Timer indicator ( ) on the display shows that the Daily Timer you have set is in effect. Note: Perform each setting within 30 seconds. Otherwise, setting is cleared and must be repeated from the beginning.
(For 2 seconds) (CLOCKindicator) (Select the time)
7. s Press the REC button on the Unit.
To Continue Recording to the Other Side of the Tape
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1. s Press the POWER button to turn on the Unit. 2. s Setting the ON time (Example: AM7:00)
1. Press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit and hold for more than 2 seconds. 2. Turn the JOG dial until the indicator blinks on the display. 3. Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. The current ON time blinks on the display. 4. Turn the JOG dial to set the time you want the Unit to come on. Turn the JOG dial to the right or left to advance or decrease the time. Turning it rapidly advances or decreases the time faster.
Cancelling the Daily Timer
To cancel the Daily Timer, turn off the Timer indicator as follows:

(Hold for 2 seconds)

(2 time)
1. s Press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit for more than 2 seconds. blinks on the display. 2. s Turn the JOG dial until the indicator

If the heads become magnetized, the Unit will produce noise or lose high frequency notes. To demagnetize the heads, turn off the Unit, and use a head demagnetizer (available at electronics and record shops).

General Notes

To ensure top performance, keep your CDs and the mechanism clean. Store CDs in their cases, and keep them in cabinets or on shelves. Keep the CD holder closed when not in use.

s Care And Maintenance s

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s Troubleshooting s

If you have a problem with your System, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service. If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the System has been physically damaged, call a qualified person, such as your dealer, for service. Symptom No sound is heard. Unable to record. Poor radio reception Possible Cause The power cord is disconnected. The batteries in the Unit have lost their charge. Headphones are connected. Action Connect it firmly Replace the batteries. Disconnect the headphones. Cassette record protect tabs are removed. The CD skips. The CD does not play. Unable to operate the Remote Control. The System is not properly positioned. The Antenna is not properly positioned. Cover the holes on the back edge of the cassette with tape. Turn the System to the best reception position. Extend the Antenna and turn it to the best reception position. Clean or replace the CD. Put the CD in with the label side up. Remove the obstruction. Replace the batteries.
The CD is dirty or scratched. The CD is upside down. The path between the Remote Control and the sensor on the Unit is blocked. The batteries have lost their charge.

Operations are disabled.

The cassette door cannot be opened.
The built-in microprocessor has malfunctioned due to external electrical interference. During tape playing, the power cord was unplugged.
Unplug the Unit then plug it back in.
Plug in the power cord, press the POWER button, and then press the STOP/EJECT button.