CD PORTABLE SYSTEM

RV-B550 BU/RD

CLOCK TIMER TIMER ON/OFF

DOWN UP SET

PROGRAM

RANDOM

AUTO PRESET

REPEAT
FM MODE REVERSE MODE REW MULTI CONTROL FF

DISPLAY

AHB PRO

VOLUME

RM-RXVB55 REMOTE CONTROL

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT0492-002A [B]

ENGLISH

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Please read these instructions carefully before starting operation to be sure to obtain optimum performance and a longer service life from the unit.
Warnings, Cautions and Others
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS REPRODUCTION OF LABELS 1 CLASSIFICATION LABEL, PLACED ON EXTERIOR SURFACE

CONTENTS

Features.... 4 Safety precautions... 4 Handling precautions.. 5 Shoulder strap attachment/detachment.. 5 Connections... 6 Power supply... 6 Names of parts and their functions.. 8 Remote control unit... 10 Switching the power on/off.. 11 Volume, sound mode and other controls. 12 Handling CDs.. 13 Playing CDs... 14 Handling cassette tapes.. 16 Cassette playback... 17 Using with another audio unit.. 17 Radio reception... 18 Recording.... 20 Clock adjustment... 22 Timer operations... 23 Maintenance... 26 Troubleshooting.. 27 Specifications... 27

CLASS LASER

1 PRODUCT
2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT
DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. (e) ADVARSEL:Usynlig laserstrling ved bning, nr sikkerhedsafbrydere erude af funktion. Undgudsttelse for strling. (d) VARNING:Osynliglaserstrlning nr denna del r ppnadoch sprren r urkopplad. Betrakta ej strlen. (s) VARO: Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet alttiina nkymttmlle lasersteilylle. l katso steeseen. (f)
1.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2.DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 3.CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

To reduce the risk or electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1 Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2 Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

IMPORTANT for the U.K.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

IMPORTANT:

DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or green-and-yellow. The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral Brown: Live
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SOME DOS AND DONTS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. ********************************************* DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. ********************************************* DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DONT continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damanged in any way switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DONT remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DONT leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DONT use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DONT listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DONT obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DONT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DONT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock; NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry!

FEATURES

Active Hyper-Bass (AHB) Pro circuit for low-frequency sound reproduction Active Clear Sound (ACS) circuit for enhanced sound reproduction Speaker illumination Sound mode control One-touch operation (COMPU PLAY) 34-key remote control unit operates all CD, cassette deck and tuner functions Skip Play/Search Play/Repeat Play/Random Play Programmed play of up to 20 tracks Full-logic cassette mechanism Auto reverse Auto tape select mechanism Metal (type IV) and CrO2 (type II) tape can be played back for superior tone quality CrO2 (type II) tape recording capability 2-band digital synthesizer tuner with 45-station (30 FM and 15 AM (MW/ LW)) preset capability Seek/manual tuning Auto preset tuning Timer/Clock function Timer on/off with preset volume function Sleep timer can be set for up to 120 minutes Shoulder strap DC IN 12 V jack for car battery

4. Volume setting CDs produce very little noise compared with analog sources. If the volume level is adjusted for these sources, the speakers may be damaged by the sudden increase of output level. Therefore, lower the volume before operation and adjust it as required during play. 5. Safety mechanism This unit incorporates a safety interlock mechanism which switches the laser beam on and off, so that when the CD door is open, the laser beam stops automatically. 6. Do not place cassette tapes, etc. near the speakers Since there are magnets in the speakers, do not place tapes or magnetic cards on them as recorded data could be erased. 7. Keep this unit away from your TV When this unit is used near a TV, the TV picture could be distorted. If this happens, move this unit away from the TV. If this does not correct the situation, avoid using this 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 this could damage your hearing. For safety, do not drive while listening to this unit. 10.Pay attention to the following Do not place the unit on an inclination. Do not apply shock to the unit. For safety, retract the antenna so that it doesnt get hooked or broken during transport.
SHOULDER STRAP ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT
ATTACHMENT As shown in the illustration below, press in the metal fitting at 1 and hook over 2. DETACHMENT Press in the metal fitting at 1 and unhook.

Shoulder strap

Remote control unit
H A Y C P T E I RV -B E A S
Remote control case Remote control unit may be stored in the case.

CONNECTIONS

Do not switch the power on until all connections are completed.
Connection of external audio units
Connection with a turntable or MD player, etc.
Turntable (with built-in equalizer, optional) or MD player (optional) Connection cable (optional)

AUX IN

Pin-plug x 2

Stereo mini-plug

PHONES

12V DC IN

Note: Do not install the unit near a TV, otherwise the TV picture color will become distorted. If this occurs, move the TV away from the unit, then turn off the TV and turn it on again after 15 to 30 minutes. The TVs automatic degaussing circuit will correct the picture.

POWER SUPPLY

A. Operation on household AC
Connect the AC power cord after all other connections have been made.

CAUTIONS WHEN USING BATTERIES When batteries are used incorrectly, it may result in the leakage of chemicals from the batteries or they may explode. The following care should be taken: Check that the positive and negative terminals of the batteries are positioned correctly and load them as shown in the diagram. Do not mix new and old batteries together, or mix different types of batteries. Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Remove the batteries when the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time. If chemicals from the batteries come in contact with your skin, wash them off immediately with water. If chemicals leak onto the unit, clean the unit completely.
D. Operation on car battery (DC 12 V)

MIXING MIC

To cars cigarette lighter socket (12 V)
Optional exclusive car adapter (JVC model CA-R120E)
First connect the car adapter to the DC IN 12 V jack, not the cigarette lighter socket, because shorting of a plug on the car may cause the fuse to blow out. In addition, be careful not to make a short-circuit between the plugs.
CAUTIONS WHEN USING THIS UNIT IN A CAR When using a car battery, be sure to use the specified car adapter (JVC model CA-R120E) to prevent mishaps or damage resulting from different polarity design. For safety, stop the car before performing operations. Be sure to start the engine when you use the car adapter, otherwise the car battery will be exhausted. During transport, stabilize the unit in a box, etc. This unit is not waterproof or dustproof. To prevent malfunctions, do not leave the unit in a car for long periods. Unplug the power cord from the AC IN jack when using the unit with a car adapter.
NAMES OF PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
CD player/General section

ALL PROGRAM RANDOM

q we r
9 Volume control buttons (+/) p AUX button q STANDBY indicator w e
AHB PRO indicator ACS indicator Remote sensor section Remote control signals are received here. CD 3/8 button Press to select the CD mode. Press to play/pause. Press to turn the power on. MULTI CONTROL buttons (When the mode is set to CD) 4/: Press to locate the beginning of a track during skip play. Press to fast-forward/rewind during search play. 7: Press to stop. Press to cancel program play. Speaker illumination A light in each speaker flashes when SPEAKER ILLUMINATION is on.
Shoulder strap hook button AHB (Active Hyper Bass) PRO button SPEAKER ILLUMINATION/ACS (Active Clear Sound) button SOUND button OPEN knob Turn the OPEN knob to the left to open the CD door. To close the CD door, press it down until it clicks shut. 7 CD door 8 Display window 1 Function/Track number display 2 Play time display 3 Repeat play indicator ( / ALL) 4 Program mode indicator (PROGRAM) 5 Random play indicator (RANDOM) See page 22 for clock adjustment display.

3 Number buttons (1-10, +10)
(When the mode is set to CD) Press to play specific tracks or to program tracks. (When the mode is set to TUNER) Press to select preset stations. Buttons 1-3 are also used for clock adjustment and timer operation (see page 22). REVERSE MODE button DISPLAY button AHB PRO button TIMER ON /OFF button Press to cancel or reset the TIMER. button When the main unit power is supplied from batteries, pressing this button will not turn on the main unit power. (In this case, press the button on the main unit.) SLEEP button PROGRAM button Press to select the program play mode. RANDOM button REPEAT button AUTO PRESET button VOLUME buttons (+/)

9 p q w e

FM MODE

REVERSE MODE

MULTI CONTROL
RM-RXVB55E REMOTE CONTROL

9 p q w e r

Buttons not mentioned here have the same functions as those on the main unit.
SWITCHING THE POWER ON/OFF
CD 3/8 button button TUNER/BAND button

ON/STANDBY

SPEAKER ILLUMINATION /ACS AHB PRO SOUND
PRESET TUNING ONE TOUCH REC

STANDBY AHB PRO ACS

TAPE TUNER

BEAT CUT

AUX button

TAPE 23 button

Switching the power on/off Switching on:

STANDBY

The STANDBY indicator goes out.
The display window lights. (when using DC power, it lights for only 5 seconds)

Switching off:

The STANDBY indicator lights.
The display window light goes off and only the clock time is displayed.
One touch operation (COMPU PLAY)
(only when AC power is used)
Even when the power is set to STANDBY, pressing the button shown below switches on the power and selects the source.

Operations

Function mode
When this button is pressed with a CD loaded, CD playback begins.
When this button is pressed with a tape loaded, tape playback begins.
When this button is pressed, the tuner is engaged.
A sound source connected to the AUX IN terminal can be engaged.
Notes: COMPU PLAY doesnt function when the unit is used with batteries or a car adapter. Press the button to turn on. To avoid battery exhaustion, the display window normally doesnt light. However, when the button is pressed to turn on or an operation button is pressed, the display window lights for 5 seconds. When switching off the power, be sure to press the button. The COMPU PLAY function on the remote control has the same function as that on the main unit.

Removing the CD from its storage case and loading it. Handling Incorrect
Press the center and lift out.
Cleaning Correct Incorrect

Press to secure the CD.

Note: CDs shaped like a heart, flower, etc. (specially-shaped CDs) cannot be used with this unit. If this type of CD is loaded, it may cause a malfunction to occur.

PLAYING CDs

Playing an entire CD
The following example of playing an entire CD assumes a CD with 12 tracks and a total playing time of 48 minutes 57 seconds. Operate in the order shown When AC power is used (When battery power is used, switch on the operation): button first, then perform
1 Turn the OPEN knob to the left to open the CD door. 2 Load a CD with the label side facing up and close the CD door.

Press the CD door down.

3 Press to start play.
Track number Elapsed playback time
To stop a CD temporarily Press the CD 3/8 button to stop play temporarily (the play time display blinks). When pressed again, play resumes from the point where it was paused. Note: The following indication may appear when a CD is dirty or scratched, or when the CD is loaded upside down. In such a case, check the CD and insert again after cleaning the CD or turning it over.

4 Adjust the volume.

8-cm (3") CDs can be used in this unit without an adapter. To stop in the middle of a CD During play, press the 7 STOP button to stop play.
Do not use the unit at excessively high or low temperatures. The recommended temperature range is from 5C (41F) to 35C (95F). After playback, unload the CD and close the CD door. If mistracking occurs during play, lower the volume. Take the disc out of the unit before transporting it. Do not place anything other than a CD in the CD player, as this may cause damage to the unit. Do not apply shock to the unit or use the unit in an unstable position, otherwise mistracking may occur.
The total number of tracks and total playback time are displayed.

Skip play

During play, it is possible to skip forward to the beginning of the next track or back to the beginning of the track being played or the previous track; when the beginning of the required track has been located, play starts automatically. To listen to the next track. Press the button once to skip to the beginning of the next track.
Search play (to locate the required position on the CD)
The required position can be located using fast-forward or reverse search while playing a CD.
Keep pressing for fastreverse search.
Keep pressing for fastforward search.
Hold down the button; search play starts slowly and then gradually increases in speed. Since low-volume sound (at about one quarter of the normal level) can be heard in the search mode, monitor the sound and release the button when the required position is located.
To listen to the previous track. Press the 4 button to skip to the beginning of the track being played. Press twice quickly to skip to the beginning of the previous track.

Direct access play (using the remote control unit)
Pressing any of the track number buttons will start play from the beginning of the designated track. (This function cannot be used during programmed play.)

TIMER ON/OFF

1 Press the CD 3/8 button to set to the CD mode. 2 Press the 7 button. 3 Designate the required track using the track number buttons.
To designate track numbers 1 to 10, press the track number button corresponding to the track number. To designate track number 11 or higher, press the +10 button* the required number of times, then a track number button. Example: (To designate the 20th track) Press the +10 button once, then press track number button 10. (To designate the 25th track) Press the +10 button twice, then press track number button 5. * +10 button: Each time this button is pressed, the number increases by 10. First press this button to set the 10s digit, then press the track number button to set the 1s digit.
To skip to another track during play When the required track number button is pressed, the display shows the designated track number and play starts from the beginning of the designated track.
Programmed play (using the remote control unit)
Up to 20 tracks can be programmed to be played in any required order. The total playing time of programmed tracks is displayed (up to 99 minutes, 59 seconds). (Example: When programming the 2nd track to be played first, and the 6th track next, then the 12th track, etc.)

4 1, 5 2

To designate the 12th track.

The 12th track

The total playback time of programmed tracks is displayed.
Press the CD 3/8 button to set to the CD mode. Press the 7 button. Press the PROGRAM button to set to the programming mode. Press to designate the required track number. Designate the remaining tracks by pressing the track number buttons. 5 Press the CD 3/8 button when programming is completed. Programmed play starts.
To clear the programmed tracks. Press the 7 button before playing a CD. During programmed play, press this button twice. When the CD door is opened, programmed tracks are cleared automatically. Notes: If the total playing time of the programmed tracks exceeds 99 minutes 59 seconds, the total playing time indication will go out. No more than 21 tracks can be programmed for playback. When programming tracks to be recorded, the previous step 5 is not needed. Press the ONE TOUCH REC button instead of the CD 3/8 button. If the wrong track number is accidentally pressed, press the 7 button to cancel it and perform the same operation from step 3. If the power is set to STANDBY, the program is erased.

Metal/CrO2 tape detection holes

CASSETTE PLAYBACK

Operate in the order shown When AC power is used (When battery power is used, switch on the operation): button first, then perform
ILLUMINATION /ACS AHB PRO SOUND

SPEAKER

Turn the OPEN knob to the left to open the cassette holder.
Close the cassette holder.
1 Load a cassette tape with side A facing out. 2 Press to start playback. (The power is switched on and the TAPE
mode is engaged to start tape playback.)

3 Adjust the volume.

After loading a cassette tape, simply press the TAPE 23 button. The power is switched on and the tape starts playback. (To select the playback direction, press the TAPE 23 button. The change in direction can be checked with the tape direction indicator (2 or 3).) When the tape plays back with the reverse mode set to (single side play) or (both sides play) mode, the tape stops automatically at the end of the tape after playing one or both sides. When the reverse mode is set to the (continuous play) mode, the tape continuously plays one side after the other until you stop operation.
Notes: Place the unit on a level surface, otherwise the cassette holder may not open when you turn the OPEN knob. Do not turn the OPEN knob until the tape mechanism has stopped moving. When no tape is loaded in the deck, its tape playback direction cannot be switched over.

How to fast-wind tapes

1. Press the TAPE 23 button (to set to TAPE mode). 2. Press the 4 (REW) or (FF) button.
USING WITH ANOTHER AUDIO UNIT
1 Connect the audio unit, turntable, MD player, etc. to the AUX IN jack

(see page 6).

2 Press the AUX button. (The power is switched on and the AUX mode

is engaged.)

3 Start playback on the connected audio unit.
(For more details, refer to the instruction manual of the connected audio unit.) 4 Adjust the volume. (The volume level is displayed in the display window.)

Note: This unit has recording characteristics suitable for normal and CrO2 tapes. Normal and CrO2 tapes have different characteristics from metal tapes.
Synchronized recording with the CD player
In this system, the CD player starts play when the cassette deck enters the recording mode. Operate in the order shown
1 Load a CD and close the CD door. 2 Press the CD 3/8 button to engage the CD mode, then press the
Useful functions for recording
When the tape direction is set to 2 (reverse direction) after a cassette tape is inserted. 1 Press the TAPE 23 button twice to change the tape direction to 3 (forward direction). 2 Press the 7 STOP button. 3 Change the mode to CD by pressing the CD 3/8 button. (If a non-recorded tape with side A facing out is recorded in the reverse direction (2), the recording is stopped immediately.) When non-recorded sections between tunes are not required. 1 Press the CD 3/8 button twice. The CD player enters the pause mode. 2 Press the ONE TOUCH REC button to start recording. Note: Depending on the CD used, non-recorded sections of different lengths may be left between tunes. To record one track. Play the track to be recorded. Then, press the ONE TOUCH REC button to locate the beginning of the track and enter the one track recording mode. After the recording is finished, the CD player and cassette deck both stop. To record only on side B or in the middle of a tape. 1 Load the cassette with the required side facing out. 2 Set the reverse mode to with the remote control unit. 3 Press the ONE TOUCH REC button on the main unit. Synchronized recording starts and the cassette deck stops automatically when CD playback is completed.
7 STOP button to enter the stop mode. 3 Load a cassette with side A facing out. (Wind past the tape leader before starting recording.) Make sure the tape direction is set to 3 (forward direction). 4 Select the required reverse mode ( or ) using the remote control unit. When programmed play is required, program the required tracks using the remote control. (See page 15.) Select tracks with a total playing time which does not exceed the tape length (refer to the liner notes). 5 Press the ONE TOUCH REC button; synchronized recording will start. Recording starts in the forward direction and CD play starts automatically. The forward direction indicator (3) blinks and the REC indicator lights up in the display window. Non-recorded sections of approx. 4 seconds are automatically left between tunes. When the CD player stops, the tape deck stops automatically. To stop recording in the middle, press the 7 STOP button. The cassette deck also stops after 4 seconds. Notes: During CD synchro recording, the CD 3/8 and (4, ) buttons do not function. If a recording is completed in the reverse direction (2), it is possible to continue recording without changing the direction to forward (3), until the tape ends. If continuous play is selected, a recording in the reverse direction (2) automatically stops at the end of the tape. The indicator appears in the display window during recording. CD complete recording function (Synchro recording mode only) If the tape is reversed while a CD is being played, recording will be done on the reverse side of the tape as follows: * When less than 10 seconds of the last tune on the forward side of the tape have been recorded, recording on the other side of the tape will start from the beginning of the previous track. * When more than 10 seconds of the last tune on the forward side of the tape have been recorded, recording on the other side of the tape will start from the beginning of the current track.

Within 2 minutes.

DOWN UP
1 Set the button to ON. 2 Press the CLOCK button; will blink in the display. 3 Set to 13:15 by pressing the DOWN/UP buttons.
(When the button is kept pressed, the minute/hour indication changes continuously.) 4 Press the SET button; the time will light in the display. To set to the nearest second. Press the SET button when you hear the time signal from a TV or radio.
To confirm the time while listening to a CD or radio broadcast Press the DISPLAY button briefly on the remote control unit. Press it again to return to the previous display. Notes: Before performing timer recording or playback, it is necessary to set the current time. If memory back-up batteries are exhausted or not installed, and the power cord is plugged in again after being disconnected, or power is restored after a power failure, CLOCK will blink in the display. Set the current time again.

TIMER OPERATIONS

(USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT) Setting the timer
The current time must be set before the timer can be used.

1 Set the

button to ON.
2 Press the TIMER button.

Within 30 sec.

3 Set the start time.
(Example: To set the timer to 12:15.)
Press to set the start time.

4 Set the stop time.

(Example: To set the timer stop time to 13:15.)
Press to set the timer stop time.

5 Select the TIMER mode.

The selected timer mode is shown in the display.
REC and appears on the display.
When the UP button is pressed to select the timer mode, the mode changes from TUNER (timer reception of a broadcast), to TUNER (timer recording of a broadcast), to CD (timer play of a CD), to TAPE (timer playback of a tape), in this order.

6 Set the volume.

This shows that volume level 1 is selected.
The unit enters the previously engaged mode when timer setting has been completed. (The

indicator lights.)

When the volume setting is set to VOL - (volume level is not specified), the timer playback volume is at the level used before setting the timer. To confirm the timer setting 1. Press the SET button after pressing the TIMER button. Each time the SET button is pressed, the timer setting can be confirmed. 2. When the previously engaged mode is displayed, timer setting has been completed.
Note: When the timer is set incorrectly or the correct mode is not selected, perform Setting the timer from the beginning.
Timer recording of broadcast
The current time must be set before the timer can be used. Make sure that the safety tabs of the cassette have not been broken off. Operations
1 Set the button to ON. 2 Load a cassette.
Insert the cassette with the side to be recorded facing out. Select the required reverse mode ( or ). Set the tape direction to 3 (forward) by pressing the TAPE 23 button. 3 Set the timer. (Refer to Setting the timer on page 23.) Set the timer about a minute before the broadcast to be recorded is scheduled to start. 4 Tune to the station to be recorded. (Refer to page 18.) 5 Set the button to standby. Confirm that the timer mode indicator (REC ) is displayed in the display window. Timer recording will start at timer start time and the power will be switched off at timer stop time. (The timer mode is then released.) To repeat timer recording every day Press the TIMER ON/OFF button to display the timer mode indicator (REC ) in the display window.

Source mode display (Releasing the sleep mode) Sleep time settings of 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes can be set. When you release the SLEEP button, the source is displayed after 5 sec.
Source mode display (Releasing the sleep mode)
The sleep timer operation will start and the power will be switched off after the specified time. Checking the sleep time When the SLEEP button is pressed, the remaining sleep time is displayed. If it is pressed again, a new sleep time can be set. To cancel the sleep timer operation Press the button to switch the power off or press the SLEEP button until the sleep time indicator disappears.
Any source can be selected for sleep timer operation and timer playback. For example; CD play for sleep timer operation and broadcast reception for timer playback. Tuner play for sleep timer operation and CD play for timer playback. However, when broadcast reception is selected for both sleep timer operation and timer playback, the station you heard at night will be tuned to the following morning.

MAINTENANCE

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 output sound level drops. Previously recorded tape is not completely erased. Recording is not performed satisfactorily. Therefore, you should clean the heads, etc. after every 10 hours of use for optimal recording conditions. Cleaning the heads, capstan and pinch roller Open the cassette holder. Clean the heads, pinch roller and capstan. For effective cleaning, use a cleaning kit available from an audio store. After cleaning, be sure that the cleaning fluid has dried completely before loading a cassette. Cautions: 1. Keep magnets and metallic objects away from the head. If the head becomes magnetized, noise will increase and the sound will deteriorate. Demagnetize the head every 20-30 hours of use with a head eraser (available from an audio store). (When demagnetizing the head, the button should be set to STANDBY.) 2. Do not use anything other than alcohol for cleaning. Thinner and benzine will damage the rubber pinch roller.

Erase head

Record/play head

Capstan shaft(s)

Pinch roller(s)
Cleaning the lens If the lens in the CD pickup is dirty, dropout, etc., could degrade sound. Open the CD door and clean the lens as shown. Use a blower (available from a camera store) to blow dust off the lens. If there are fingerprints, etc. on the lens, gently wipe clean with a cotton swab.

Blower

TROUBLESHOOTING
What appears to be trouble is not always serious. First make sure. Power cannot be turned on. * Is the power cord unplugged? No sound from the speakers. * Are headphones connected? Clock time is blinking in the display. * Was there a power failure? * Was the power cord unplugged while the memory back-up batteries were not installed? (CD Player Section) The CD player does not play. * Is the CD upside down? * Is the CD dirty? * Is there condensation on the lens? (See Cleaning the lens on page 26.) A certain portion of the CD does not play correctly. * Is the CD scratched? * Is there condensation on the lens? Operation stops. * Switch to STANDBY and then to ON again. (Cassette Deck Section) Playback sound is at a very low level. * Is the head dirty? The ONE TOUCH REC button does not function. * Have the safety tabs of the cassette been broken off?

(Tuner Section) Reception is noisy. * Try adjusting the antenna. * Is there a TV set or computer device near the unit? (Timer Section) Timer operation does not start. * Is the current time set correctly? * Is the timer mode indicator ( ) displayed? (Remote Control) Remote control is impossible. * Are the batteries in the remote control exhausted? * Is the remote sensor section exposed to bright light (direct sunlight, etc.)? Notes: When the above remedies do not help Many operations of this unit are performed by the control of a microprocessor. If none of the buttons function, unplug the power cord and remove all the batteries, wait for a while, then load the batteries again and plug it back in. Reset the correct values for the clock and timer. Before making an important recording, be sure to make a test recording first to check that the deck, etc. is working correctly.

SPECIFICATIONS

CD player section Type Signal detection system Number of channels Frequency response Signal-to-noise ratio Wow & flutter Radio section Frequency range General Speakers (Impedance) Power output
: Compact disc player : : : : : Non-contact optical pickup 2 channels 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz 90 dB Less than measurable limit

Antennas

: FM 87.5 - 108 MHz AM: (MW) 522 - 1,629 kHz (LW) 144-288 kHz : Telescopic antenna for FM Ferrite core antenna for AM (MW/LW)
Tape deck section Track system Motor Heads
: 4-track 2-channel stereo : Electronic governor DC motor for capstan : Hard permalloy head for recording/playback, 2 gap ferrite head for erasure (Combination head) Frequency response : 60 - 14,000 Hz (with CrO2 tape) Wow & flutter : 0.15% (WRMS) Fast wind time : Approx. 150 sec (C-60 cassette)
Full range: 10 cm x 2 (4 ) : (Max.) 26 W (13 W +13 W) at 4 (10% THD) 20 W (10 W + 10 W) at 4 Input terminals : AUX IN (300 mV/47 k) Output terminals : PHONES (Output level: 0 - 12 mW/ch, 32 , Matching impedance: 16 - 1 k) Power requirements : AC 230 V, 50 Hz DC 12 V (R20/D (13F) batteries x 8) Ext. DC 12 V (car battery via optional CA-R120E car adapter) SW ON) Power consumption : 27 W (with SW STANDBY) 3.0 W (with Dimensions : 541 (W) x 215 (H) x 259 (D) mm, including knobs Mass : 6.3 kg (without batteries) 7.2 kg (with batteries) Accessories provided : AC power cord x 1 Remote control unit (RM-RXVB55E) x 1 R6/AA (15F) batteries x 2 Shoulder strap x 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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