User ManualTable of ContentsCA-MXKB251INSTRUCTIONS1COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM1CA-MXKB251Warnings, Cautions and Others2IMPORTANT for the U.K.2IMPORTANT:2Caution — STANDBY/ON button!2Caution: Proper Ventilation21 Front: No obstructions and open spacing.22 Sides/ Top/ Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below.23 Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for ventilation by placing on...2CAUTION21 Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.22 Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.2CAUTION21 Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are block...22 Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.23 When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws go...24 Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects fille...2SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS3“SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT”3Introduction4Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact Component System.4We hope it will be a valued addition to your home, giving you years of enjoyment.4Be sure to read this instruction manual carefully before operating your new stereo system.4In it you will find all the information you need to set up and use the system.4If you have a query that is not answered by the manual, please contact your dealer.4Features4Here are some of the things that make your System both powerful and simple to use.4The controls and operations have been redesigned to make them very easy to use, freeing you to ju...4• With JVC’s COMPU PLAY you can turn on the System and automatically start the Radio, Cassette De...4The great SEA (Sound Effect Amplifier) effects Rock, Pop and Classics are provided.4The Active Bass EX. (Extension) circuitry faithfully reproduces low frequency sounds.4A 20-station preset capability (10 FM and 10 AM (MW)) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning.4CD changer function can operate 3 discs.4• Discs can be changed during play using the Carrousel tray (rotational tray).4• Continuous or program play of 3 discs.4Two Decks enabling tape dubbing.4Timer functions; Daily Timer, REC (Recording) Timer, and Sleep Timer.4You can connect various external units, such as an MD recorder.4The CD Player can play back a CD-R and CD-RW.4How This Manual Is Organized4• Basic information that is the same for many different functions - e.g. setting the volume - is ...4• The names of buttons/controls and display messages are written in all capital letters: e.g. FM/...4• If the button names on the Unit and the Remote Control are the same, the description on where t...4• System functions are written with an initial capital letter only: e.g. Normal Play.4Use the table of contents to look up specific information you require.4We have enjoyed making this manual for you, and hope it serves you in enjoying the many features ...4IMPORTANT CAUTIONS41 Installation of the System4• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold. (Between 5 C and 35 C.)4• Leave sufficient distance between the System and a TV.4• Do not use the System in a place subject to vibrations.42 Power cord4• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!4• Some power is always consumed as long as the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.4• When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.43 Malfunctions, etc.4• There are no user serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord an...4• Do not insert any metallic object into the System.4Table of Contents5Getting Started6Accessories6Make sure that you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the System.6AM (MW) Loop Antenna (1)6Remote Control (1)6Batteries (2)6If any of these items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.6How To Put Batteries In the Remote Control6Match the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries with the + and – markings in the battery compartment.6R03 (UM-4)/AAA (24F)6• Handle batteries properly.6• Remove batteries when the Remote Control will not be used for a long time.6• When you need to replace the batteries, replace both batteries at the same time with new ones.6• Do not use an old battery with a new one.6• Do not use different types of batteries together.6Using the Remote Control6The Remote Control makes it easy to use many of the functions of the System from a distance of up...6You need to point the Remote Control at the remote sensor on the System’s front panel.6Remote sensor6• Make all connections before plugging the System into an AC power outlet.7About the FM Antenna7FM wire antenna7Connecting the AM (MW) Antenna7Rear Panel of the Unit7Attach the AM (MW) loop to its base by snapping the tabs on the loop into the slot in the base.7• Even when connecting an outside AM (MW) antenna, keep the indoor AM (MW) loop connected.7• To avoid noise, keep antennas away from the System, the connecting cord and the AC power cord.7Connecting the Speakers8Connect the right speaker to the RIGHT speaker terminals and the left speaker to the LEFT speaker...81. Open each of the terminals to connect the speaker wire leads.82. Connect the speaker cords to the Speaker terminals of the Unit. Connect the red (+) and black ...83. Close each of the terminals.8Right side (rear view)8• A TV may display irregular colors if located near the speakers. If this happens, set the speake...8• Use speakers with the correct impedance only. The correct impedance is indicated on the rear pa...8Connecting External Equipment8Connect a signal cord with stereo mini plugs (not supplied) between the System’s AUX jack on the ...8You can then listen to the external source through the System.8Signal cord (not supplied)8Connecting to the Wall Outlet9Plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet.9Now, your System is at your command!9DEMO Mode9When the System is connected to the wall outlet, a DEMO mode displaying some of the system’s feat...9To turn the DEMO display off, press any of the operation buttons. The DEMO display automatically ...9To turn the DEMO display on, press the DEMO button on the Unit.9• While the System is turned on, the DEMO display will automatically starts if no operation is ma...9COMPU Play9JVC’s COMPU PLAY feature lets you control the most frequently used System functions with a single...9With One Touch Operation you can play a CD, a tape, turn on the radio, or listen to an external e...9How One Touch Operation works in each case is explained in the section dealing with that function.9On the Unit9CD 6 button9FM/AM button9TAPE A 3, TAPE B 3 buttons9AUX button9CD1, CD2 and CD 3 buttons9On the Remote Control9CD 6 button9FM/AM button9TAPE A 3, TAPE B 3 buttons9AUX button9CD1, CD2 and CD 3 buttons9Basic Operations10SOUND MODE/ SET10Turning the Power On and Off101 Press the STANDBY/ON button.10or101 Press the STANDBY/ON button again.10or10ECO Mode (ECO)10Adjusting the Volume11Fade-out Muting (FADE MUTING)11Reinforcing the Bass Sound (ACTIVE BASS EX.)11Selecting the Sound Mode (SOUND MODE)11Entering the Number with the Remote Control (Numeric Keys)11Changing the Display11Using the Tuner12FM MODE12Tuning In a Station121 Press the FM/AM button.12on the Unit122 Select a station using one of the following methods.12Presetting Stations13When changing the Band131 Select a band by pressing the FM/AM button.132 Press the 22 or Á button to tune in a station.133 Press the SET button.134 Press the 4 or ¢ button to select the preset number.135 Press the SET button.136 Repeat above steps 2 to 5 for each station you want to store in memory with a preset number.13To Change the FM Reception Mode13Using the CD Player14CD 614Selected Disc indicator15To Load CDs151 Press the CD Open/Close 0 button on the Unit to open the tray.152 Place one or two CDs, with its label side up, onto the tray.15With the label side up153 Press the DISC SKIP button on the Unit and place the next CD.154 Press the CD Open/Close 0 button on the Unit.15To Unload CDs151 While the CD Player is stopped, press the CD Open/Close 0 button on the Unit to open the tray.152 Remove the CD, then press the DISC SKIP button on the Unit.153 Repeat step 2 to remove all the CDs.154 Press the CD Open/Close 0 button on the Unit to close the tray.15Changing the MP3 Playback Mode15GROUP indicator appears when the MP3 playback mode is the GROUP mode.15Basics of Using the CD Player- Normal Play161 Load CDs.162 Press CD 6 button to play.16Track number16Track number16Total track number16Total group number16Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks171 Load CDs.172 In Stop mode, set the CD Player in Program Play mode.173 Press one of the Disc button (CD1-CD3) to select the CD you want to program.17Disc number174 Select the track you want to program.17Disc number175 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program other tracks on the same CD or the other CD.176 To play the program, Press the CD 6 button.17Random Play181 In Stop mode, set the CD Player in Random Play mode.182 Press the CD 6 button.18Repeating Tracks18Tray Lock Function181 Turn on the System and enter CD mode.182 While pressing down the 7 button, press the CD Open/Close 0 button on the Unit.18Changing the Display for CD18Using the Cassette Deck (Listening to a Tape)19TAPE B 319Playing a Tape191 Press the 0 PUSH OPEN part for the deck you want to use.192 When the cassette holder opens, put a cassette in, with the exposed part of the tape down, towa...19Tape travelling direction193 Close the cassette holder gently.194 Press the TAPE A 3 or TAPE B 3 button.19Using the Cassette Deck (Recording)20Adhesive tape20Standard Recording211 Insert a blank or erasable tape into the Deck B and wind past the tape leader.21Tape travelling direction212 Prepare the source, by, for example, tuning in a radio station, loading CDs, or turning on conn...213 Press the REC START/STOP button on the Unit.211 Set to AM station and start recording.212 Press the FM MODE button on the Remote Control to eliminate the beats.21CD Synchro Recording211 Prepare CDs. (See page 12.)212 Insert a blank or erasable tape into the Deck B and wind past the tape leader.213 Press the CD REC START button on the Unit.21Tape to Tape Recording (DUBBING)211 Insert the source cassette you want to copy from into Deck A for playback.212 Press the TAPE A 3 button, and then press the 7 button.213 Insert a blank or erasable cassette you want to copy onto into Deck B for recording.214 Press the DUBBING button on the Unit.21Using an External Equipment22AUX22Listening to the External Equipment221 Set the volume level to the minimum position.222 Press the AUX button.223 Start playing the external equipment.224 Adjust the volume level to the level you want listen to.225 Apply the following sound effects, if you wish.22Using the Timers23¢23Setting the Clock231 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button.232 Press the 4 or ¢ button to set the hour.233 Press the SET button.234 Press the 4 or ¢ button to set the minute.235 Press the SET button.23Fixing the Clock231 Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn on the System.232 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button repeatedly until clock setting display (time indication) appears o...233 Follow steps 2 to 5 of “Setting the Clock” mentioned above.23Setting the Daily Timer241 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button until “ON TIME” immediately after “DAILY” appears on the display.242 Setting the ON time (Example: 10:15).241. Press the ¢ or 4 button to set the hour you want the System to come on, then press the SET but...242. Press the ¢ or 4 button to set the minute, then press the SET button.243 Setting the OFF time (Example: 13:15).241. Press the ¢ or 4 button to set the hour you want the System to be turned off, then press the S...242. Press the ¢ or 4 button to set the minute, then press the SET button.244 Selecting the music source.245 Setting the volume level.256 Press the SET button.257 Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn off the System if neccessary.251 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit repeatedly until the “DAILY” appears on the display.252 Press the CANCEL button on the Unit.251 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit repeatedly until the “DAILY” appears on the display.252 Press the SET button on the Unit.25Setting the REC (Recording) Timer251 Insert a blank or erasable tape into the Deck B and wind past the tape leader.262 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button until “ON TIME” immediately after “REC TU” appears on the display.263 Setting the ON time you want the System to turn on.261. Press the 4 or ¢ button to set the hour, then press the SET button.262. Press the 4 or ¢ button to set the minute, then press the SET button.264 Setting the OFF time you want the System to turn off.261. Press the 4 or ¢ button to set the hour, then press the SET button.262. Press the 4 or ¢ button to set the minute, then press the SET button.265 Select the preset station for recording.261. Press the 4 or ¢ button to set the band (TUNER FM or TUNER AM), then press the SET button.262. Press the 4 or ¢ button to set the preset number, then press the SET button.266 Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn off the System, if necessary.261 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit repeatedly until “REC TU” appears on the display.262 Press the CANCEL button on the Unit.261 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button on the Unit repeatedly until “REC TU” appears on the display.262 Press the SET button on the Unit.26Setting the SLEEP Timer271 During playback a source, press the SLEEP button.272 Set the length of time you want the source to play before shutting off.273 Wait for 5 seconds.27Timer Priority27REC Timer27Care And Maintenance28Heads28Troubleshooting29• If you are having a problem with your System, check this list for a possible solution before ca...29• If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the System has been physically da...29Specification29SP-MXKB2533Precautions34SPECIFICATIONS34Size: 3.73 MBPages: 38Language: EnglishOpen manual
