JVC Portable CD Player XL PM25BKC User Manual

Concerning Compact Discs  
Only compact discs bearing this mark can be used with this unit.  
XL-PM25BK  
PORTABLE CD PLAYER  
However, continued use of irregular shape CDs (heart-shape, octagonal, etc.) can damage  
the unit.  
CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded with the audio  
CD format can be played back, though some may  
not be played back because of the disc characteris-  
tics or recording condition.  
For Customer Use:  
Enter below the Model No. and Serial  
No. which are located either on the rear,  
bottom or side of the player. Retain this  
information for future reference.  
How to remove a disc from its case  
How to store the disc in its case  
Label side up  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
How to hold a disc  
INSTRUCTIONS  
If the disc surface is dirty  
Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.  
Wipe from the center toward the outer edge.  
Play surface (shiny surface)  
Supplied Accessories  
Check the packing carton for these accessories.  
AC adaptor (AA-R4513) ................................................................................................................. 1 pc.  
Stereo headphones .......................................................................................................................... 1 pc.  
Remote control ................................................................................................................................. 1 pc.  
Rechargeable batteries (BN-R1211J) .......................................................................................... 2 pcs.  
Use numbers in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.  
If moisture has formed on a disc  
When moisture has formed because the  
disc was brought suddenly into a warm  
room from a cold environment, wipe off  
the moisture using a soft dry cloth.  
When storing discs  
Handling precautions  
• On the label side (the side with writing)  
Do not write anything using a pencil,  
ball-point pen, etc. Do not use adhesive  
paper or labels.  
• On the disc (shiny) side  
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.  
Avoid locations which are  
Handle this side carefully to keep it free  
from fingerprints or scratches. Do not  
use record cleaners, solvents, etc.  
• Do not attach labels or stickers to CDs.  
Do not use CDs with exposed adhesive  
from tape or left over peeled off stickers.  
• Do not use scratch-proof protectors or  
covers other than those specified for use  
with this unit.  
• Exposed to direct sunlight.  
• Susceptible to high levels of humidity or  
dust.  
• Directly exposed to heat from a heating  
appliance.  
• On top of a car dashboard or near the  
rear window.  
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Precautions  
Before using this unit, be sure to read the applicable items of the  
operating instructions and these safety-suggestions carefully.  
Afterwards keep them handy for future reference. Take special  
care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as  
in the operating instructions.  
THE FOLLOWING NOTICES ARE APPLIED ONLY FOR THE U.S.A.:  
Maintenance  
POWERED BY NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.  
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.  
(See page 3 for details.)  
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly  
moistened with mild detergent solution.  
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent  
such as alcohol or benzine.  
ATTENTION:  
The product that you have purchased is powered by a re-  
chargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of  
it’s useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be  
illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste  
stream.  
Check with your local solid waste officials for details in  
your area for recycling options or proper disposal.  
Safety  
1. Care of AC adaptor - The cord of the AC adaptor should be  
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by  
items placed upon or against them. Never take hold of the AC  
adaptor if your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug when  
connecting or disconnecting it.  
Service  
1.Damage Requiring Service - The unit should be serviced by  
qualified service personnel when:  
(a) The AC adaptor is damaged; or  
(b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or  
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or  
2. Disconnect when not in use - When not in use, be sure to  
disconnect the AC adaptor from the AC power outlet.  
(d)The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a  
marked change in performance; or  
(e) The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.  
Ni-Cd  
3. Batteries - If the set is not used for a long period of time or is  
used only from an AC power source, remove all the batteries to  
prevent potential damage due to battery leakage. Do not mix  
(old and new ) batteries or different types of batteries.  
CAUTION!  
WARNING:  
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.  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO  
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
Installation  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection  
Environment  
1.Condensation - Moisture may form on the lens in the follow-  
ing conditions…  
• immediately after a heater has been turned on.  
• in a steamy or very humid room.  
• when the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment  
to a warm one. If moisture forms inside this unit, it may not  
operate properly. To correct this problem wait about one  
hour for the moisture to evaporate.  
against harmful interference in  
a
residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio fre-  
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance  
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to ra-  
dio 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 tele-  
vision reception, which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to cor-  
rect the interference by one of the following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and re-  
ceiver.  
• 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!  
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE  
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN  
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.  
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.  
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.  
Placement  
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
1.Foreign Material - Care should be taken so that objects do not  
fall into and liquids are not spilled into the unit. Do not subject  
this unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, or  
shock.  
2. DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open  
and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct ex-  
posure to beam.  
3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are  
no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all  
servicing to qualitied service personnel.  
2.Magnetism - The unit should be situated away from equip-  
ment or devices that generate strong magnetic fields.  
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equip-  
ment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.  
3. Stacking - Do not place any objects on top of the unit.  
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Maintenance  
Troubleshooting  
Unit  
Symptom  
Check this  
Wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Remove stubborn dirt using a  
cloth which has been dipped in water or soapy water and wrung  
out, and then wipe dry.  
Are the batteries charged?  
Is the AC adaptor securely connected?  
Does not turn on.  
If you intend to use a chemically treated cleaning cloth, read its  
directions first.  
Is the HOLD switch set to OFF position?  
Do not use alcohol or paint thinners.  
Cannot close lid.  
Is the disc properly secured in place?  
Is the disc properly secured in place?  
Cannot play discs.  
Lens  
Is there moisture condensation on the lens?  
(Wait for about an hour and then try again.)  
Are MP3 files recorded on the disc?  
Do MP3 files have the extension code.mp3?  
Are MP3 files recorded in the format compliant with ISO 9660?  
Air blower for  
camera lens  
Cannot hear music  
Is the headphone correctly connected?  
too noisy.  
Is the plug dirty? (Wipe away dirt on the plug.)  
Are you playing a compatible disc? While playing a non-MP3 file, you will hear a noise. (Note it  
may not be an MP3 file although it has the extension code.mp3.)  
Lens  
Are you using the unit too near a TV or tuner? (If the TV or tuner is connected to a simple  
indoor antenna, connect it to an outdoor antenna.)  
TV picture is distorted.  
Radio reception is noisy.  
Is the disc damaged?  
Is the disc playable on this player?  
Has the disc been inserted upside down?  
NO DISCor Erroris  
displayed when a disc is in  
the player.  
If the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this  
unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer.  
Location of Controls  
Portable CD player A A  
Remote control  
B
GROUP buttons (UP, DOWN)  
Stop / power off button (7)  
PROGRAM button  
Display  
MODE button  
Skip / search buttons (+, )  
HOLD switch  
Stop / off button (7)  
Play / pause button (38)  
Volume control  
Play / pause button (3/8)  
SOUND button  
In addition to sound effect selec-  
tion, you can turn on/off HBS  
(Hyper-Bass Sound).  
A.S.P. (Anti-Shock Protection) /  
T.SEARCH (Title Search) button  
Skip / search buttons (4, ¢)  
HOLD switch  
RESUME switch  
DC in jack (DC IN 4.5 V  
Lid open switch (OPEN 3)  
LINE OUT jack  
)
Headphones jack (  
)
Headphones volume control  
(
)
VOLUME  
Display  
Repeat indicator (See page 7)  
MP3 indicator  
Lights when a MP3 disc is used.  
INTRO indicator (See page 7)  
RAND (Random) indicator (See page 7)  
PROG (Program) indicator (See page 7)  
Battery indicator (See page 4)  
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Power Supply Preparations  
3 When recharging is complete, unplug the  
Using rechargeable batteries  
(supplied)  
Using the AC adaptor (supplied)  
AC adaptor from the AC power outlet and  
the DC IN jack.  
Connect the AC adaptor.  
Refer to Using rechargeable batteriesfor connection instructions.  
Be sure to recharge the rechargeable batteries before using them.  
Notes:  
Note:  
Rechargeable batteries have  
a
service life of approximately  
Recharging procedure  
1 Insert the rechargeable batteries.  
300 charge-discharge cycles. If the operating time on one full  
charge becomes noticeably shorter than it used to be, the batteries  
have reached the end of their service life and should be replaced.  
You can recharge the batteries only when the unit is turned off.  
The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may become warm  
while recharging is in progress. This is normal and is not a  
malfunction.  
Even if the unit is turned off, small power is consumed as long as  
the AC adaptor is connected to the AC power outlet.  
Using dry-cell batteries (not supplied)  
After disconnecting the AC adaptor, insert two AA(LR6) alka-  
line batteries.  
The procedure for inserting and removing dry-cell batteries is  
identical to that rechargeable batteries.  
If the battery lid compartment comes loose  
Slide the lid back into place horizontally.  
* Insert the battery as you push it in the indicated direction.  
Battery indicator  
Caution:  
Battery indicator  
Do not forcibly open the battery lid too wide.  
2 Connect the AC adaptor (supplied).  
AC power outlet  
AC adaptor  
This indicator lights when the batteries are almost out of power.  
Power will be shut off a short while later.  
Removing batteries  
Note:  
Turning off the Anti-Shock Protection (see page 6) will save the  
battery power more or less. (Available for an Audio CD only)  
If the unit malfunctions or freezes during use,  
disconnect the AC adaptor and batteries. Then,  
connect the AC adaptor and batteries, and oper-  
ate the unit again.  
DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V  
)
Recharging will be completed after 10 hours.  
About MP3 files  
MP3 File Compatibility  
This player can read MP3 files that are recorded in the format that is compliant with ISO 9660.  
The player can read or play an MP3 file with the extension code —“.mp3.  
Group/track title can be displayed.  
ID3* tags can be shown on the display.  
*
An MP3 file can contain file information called ID3 Tagwhere its album name, artist, title, etc. are recorded.  
This player can handle only one-byte characters. Any other characters cannot be correctly displayed.  
Playing order of MP3 files  
The illustration below shows the normal playing order of the MP3 files. You will see that the MP3 files are played back in the order from the  
higher hierarchy to the lower one.  
Hierarchy  
Group  
3
4
MP3 file  
6
7
1
2
8
9
10  
5
4
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Basic Play  
This CD player can play back Audio CDs and MP3 files (tracks).  
Follow the steps in the numerical order.  
Play stops auto-  
matically when all  
the tracks have  
been played.  
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R
L
HOLD OFF  
4ON  
For MP3  
For Audio CD  
MP3”  
2
Scrolls  
1
(
ID3 tag  
)
5
9
Track number in play  
Elapsed playing  
time of each track  
Group number  
VOLUME  
VOLUME  
Elapsed playing time of each track  
Track number (in the  
group) in play  
Label side  
3
OPEN  
6
8
VOLUME  
VOLUME  
File name and ID3 tag display (MP3 only):  
During playback, the file name and ID3 tag scroll on the display  
as follows:  
Display/reference  
Audio-CD MP3  
Operation  
Button  
File name ] ID3 tag (Title ] Artist ] Album) ] ID3 tag  
(Title ] Artist ] Album) ] .....  
During play,  
The file name scrolls at first only. Then, the ID3 tag repeatedly  
scrolls.  
For the ID3 tag, the Title, Artist and Album scroll in that order.  
To pause play  
For your reference:  
Press again to restart play.  
During play,  
Total playing time  
Total number of tracks  
Total number of groups  
This indication appears if 3/8 is pressed when no disc is loaded in  
the unit or if the disc is not properly seated.  
To stop play  
Stop mode  
Total number of tracks  
This indication appears when the lid is open.  
In stop mode,  
Removing the disc  
To turn off the  
unit  
Turn off the unit and, after the disc has stopped rotating, remove  
the disc as shown below:  
Off mode  
Skip function  
During play,  
To skip back to the previous track, quickly press  
twice.  
During Program play, the button is used to fast for-  
ward or back through the programmed sequence of  
tracks.  
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Forward  
Fast forward/  
reverse  
Reverse  
During Random play, the skip button cannot be used  
to skip back to tracks that were played previously in  
the random sequence.  
Search function  
Keep depressing during play.  
Auto power off function  
If the unit is left in stop mode for 30 seconds, the unit turns  
itself off automatically to save power.  
Group skips.  
During play (except Random play) or in  
stop mode,  
Group skip  
(MP3 only)  
(
ID3 tag  
)
Reverse  
Forward  
Group number  
During play (except Random play)  
or in stop mode, keep depressing.  
Track number quickly changes over the groups.  
(
ID3 tag  
)
Track skip  
(MP3 only)  
Reverse  
Forward  
Track number  
During play, keep depressing.  
(
ID3 tag  
)
Showing the  
group title  
(MP3 only)  
(Group title)  
To cancel it, keep MODE depressing again.  
MODE  
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Preventing Accidental Operation (Hold mode)  
Anti-Shock Protection  
This function minimizes sound interruption caused by vibrations,  
by utilizing audio data that has been stored in the memory ahead  
of the following time:  
The HOLD switch on the unit/remote control is prepared to pre-  
vent an accidental operation by an unexpected button press.  
Hold mode prevents the following:  
Powering on the unit accidentally (which can cause the batter-  
ies to go dead).  
For Audio CD: Up to 45 seconds worth (Anti-Shock Protection  
on/off selectable)  
For MP3:  
Up to 120 seconds worth at 128 kbps (Anti-Shock  
Protection is fixed to on.)  
Play being cut off unexpectedly.  
Unexpected operation during play. (Set the HOLD switch to  
the ON position after you start playing disc.)  
Normally, ASPand the A.S.P. progress meters are displayed  
and the Anti-Shock Protection is in effect.  
To set the unit/remote control in Hold mode  
Set the HOLD switch on the unit/remote control to the ON po-  
sition. The all buttons on the unit/remote control are disabled.  
A.S.P. indicator  
HOLDindication  
When the unit is in Hold mode, HOLDwill be displayed if a  
button on the unit is pressed.  
When the disc is played, as the audio data gradually stored in the  
memory, the A.S.P. progress meter progresses.  
[Fully stored]  
To release the Hold mode  
Set the HOLD switch to OFF position.  
HOLD  
To cancel (Audio CD only)  
Press the A.S.P./T.SEARCH button in stop mode or during playback.  
ASP OFFappears on the display.  
Notes:  
Before turning on the unit, be sure that HOLD is OFF.  
Otherwise, you cannot turn on the unit.  
The HOLD switch on the unit is effective for the unit only.  
While, that on the remote control is effective for the remote  
control only.  
To activate again (Audio CD only)  
Press the A.S.P./T.SEARCH button.  
Notes:  
The Anti-Shock Protection can be enabled or disabled during  
play, and this may cause a slight interruption in the sound be-  
cause the discs rotational speed changes.  
Turning off the Anti-Shock Protection will save battery life  
more or less.  
Using the Remote Control  
Using with an audio system  
You can use an audio system by connecting it to the unit with a stereo connection cable (not sup-  
plied).  
Preparation:  
Release the remote control from the Hold mode.  
Connect the cable to the amplifier after turning off its power.  
Do not connect the cable to the PHONO jacks on the amplifier.  
Obtain the optional connecting cable if the amplifier comes with mini-phone jacks.  
Adjust the volume level on the amplifier.  
HOLD  
LINE OUT jack  
Left side panel of the unit  
Stereo connection cable  
How to use the remote control  
(not supplied)  
Amplifier  
Press during off or stop mode.  
(White)  
(Red)  
To start play  
Press during play.  
Note:  
To stop play  
To obtain original sound, turn HBS to OFF. Also, set the sound effect to FLAT. (See page 7)  
Press during stop mode.  
To turn off the unit  
Skip function  
Press during play.  
Forward  
Fast forward/reverse  
Reverse  
Search function  
Keep depressed during play.  
When adjusting the volume using the remote control, set  
the volume control on the unit to an appropriate position.  
To adjust the volume  
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Other Play Methods  
Descriptions are common to Audio CDs and MP3 files unless otherwise noted.  
Random play  
Program play  
RESUME  
You can play all tracks in a random order. After playing all  
tracks, the unit stops.  
You can program up to 64 tracks in any desired order including This function allows you to listen from the beginning of the track  
that was lastly stopped.  
the same tracks.  
For Audio CD, go to step 3. Though the display differs a little,  
operation is the same.  
During playback,  
During playback or in stop mode,  
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(MP3 only)  
Press 6 to resume playback.  
The setting (e.g. sound effect, etc.) are also resumed.  
To cancel, set RESUME to OFF.  
(repeatedly)  
To cancel  
Press MODE . RANDgoes out.  
Or press 7 to stop playback.  
Sound effect  
Notes:  
Program sequence number  
You can enjoy various sound effects.  
You can also select Random play in stop mode.  
During Program play, you can not select Random play.  
SOUND  
2
(MP3 only) Select the desired group number.  
(e.g. 02)  
Repeat play  
Each time you press,  
ROCK  
POP  
FLAT CLASSIC  
JAZZ  
You can repeatedly play one track or one group (for MP3), or all  
tracks.  
During playback,  
Group number  
Hyper-Bass Sound effect  
You can enjoy powerful bass sound.  
SOUND  
1
track repeat  
1 group repeat (MP3 only)  
All tracks repeat  
3
MODE  
(Keep depressing)  
(repeatedly)  
4 Select the desired track. (e.g. 03)  
To cancel  
To cancel  
Keep depressing SOUND. HBSwill go out.  
Press MODE repeatedly until the repeat indicator goes out.  
Notes:  
You can also select Repeat play in stop mode.  
You can also select Repeat play during Program play (except 1  
group repeat).  
Track number  
5
Intro play  
You can successively play the first 10 seconds of every track.  
Intro play stops after playing the last track.  
1
In stop mode,  
6 For MP3, repeat steps 2-5 to select other  
tracks.  
For Audio-CD, repeat steps 4 and 5.  
(repeatedly)  
7
2
Intro play will start from the first track.  
To confirm the program  
To cancel  
In stop mode, press PROGRAM repeatedly. The programmed  
track number will successively appear together with the pro-  
gram sequence number. At this time, you can change the pro-  
gram, if required.  
Press MODE repeatedly until INTROgoes out.  
Notes:  
You can also select Intro play during playback. In this case,  
Intro play after the current track has been played back.  
You can also select Intro play during Program play.  
If the programmed tracks are less than 64, track number “  
appears for the youngest programmable sequence number, enabling  
further programming.  
To delete the entire program  
Set RESUME to OFF, then turn off the unit.  
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Title search (MP3 only)  
File search (Alphabet search)  
3
Select the track title you want.  
1)  
Group search  
You can search a track title you want by specifying up to first five  
characters. For example, to search the track title CHAMPION,  
you can specify C, CH, etc. In the following example, CH”  
are specified.  
You can search a group you want to play.  
Search is made for the group title (folder name) and not for the  
ID3 tag.  
Note that search is made for the track title (file name) and not  
for the ID3 tag.  
1
In stop mode or during playback,  
Gflashes.  
2) Select the track title you want.  
1
In stop mode or during playback,  
Aflashes.  
(Group 1)  
(Group 2)  
A.S.P./T. SEARCH  
(press twice)  
Track title changes.  
2
Press ¢ or 4 repeatedly until the group you  
want is displayed on the first line.  
By pressing SOUND, you can scroll the track title. To cancel  
scrolling, press SOUND again.  
If there is only one track that begins with CH, the track title  
does not change.  
2
Enter the characters CH, for example.  
1) Press ¢ or 4 repeatedly to select C. (Cflashes.)  
(Group 2)  
(Group 3)  
2) Press 6 to enter C.  
4
The first track title that begins with C.  
When you want to play from the first track of the group, skip  
the following 3 and 4, and proceed to 5.  
The selected track starts playback.  
Notes:  
3
To specify a track in the group, keep depressing  
¢ or 4 until the letter T (Track)is displayed.  
Group number  
Track number  
To exit the File search (Alphabet search) mode, press 7 or A.S.P./  
T.SEARCH repeatedly at any time to return to the normal display.  
When playback starts, the File search (Alphabet search) mode  
is automatically released.  
Tflashes.  
If no track title begins with C, NO Fileis displayed. In  
this case, press 7 to cancel the character.  
When you specify only the first letter of the track title, skip  
the following step 3), 4), 5) and proceed to 3.  
3) Keep depressing ¢ until GHIJKL:is displayed for  
entering the next character H.  
If you leave the unit for more than 30 seconds during opera-  
tion, the File search mode will be cancelled and the display re-  
turns to the normal one.  
(Track 1)  
(Track 2)  
By pressing SOUND, you can scroll the group title and track  
title. To cancel scrolling, press SOUND again.  
4
Press ¢ or 4 until the track title you want is  
displayed on the first line.  
Each time ¢ or 4 is kept depressing, the character  
set cyclically changes as follows:  
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[Character set]  
Playback starts from the selected track of the selected group.  
When playback starts, the Group search mode is automati-  
cally released.  
Notes:  
To exit the Group search mode, press 7 or A.S.P./T.SEARCH  
at any time to return to the normal display.  
When you skip the above steps 3 and 4, playback starts from  
the first track of the group you selected in step 2.  
If you leave the unit for more than 30 seconds during opera-  
tion, the Group search mode will be cancelled and the display  
returns to the normal one.  
4) Press ¢ or 4 to select H.  
5) Press 6 to enter H.  
The first track title that begins with CH.  
If no track title begins with CH, NO Fileis displayed.  
In this case, press 7 to cancel the character.  
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